2008 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA recommended oil

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Maintenance Schedule ....................................................... 7-2
Periodic Maintenance Schedule ........................................ 7-2
Maintenance Recommended under
Severe Driving
Conditions ........................................................................\
... 7-5
Drive Belt ........................................................................\
..... 7-7
Engine
Oil and Filter ........................................................... 7-8
Engine Coolant ..............................................................•..... \
7-13
Air Cleaner ., ........................................................................\
. 7-16
Spark Plugs ........................................................................\
. 7-17
Gear
Oil .................................................... ; ........................... 7-19
Clutch Pedal ........................................................................\

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Automatic Transmission (AT) Fluid .................................. 7-21
Fuel Filter (Diesel engine) .................................................. 7-23
Brakes ........................................................................\
.......... 7-23
60G41 0 Steering ........................................................................\
........ 7-25
Power Steering
(if equipped) ............................................. 7-25
Tires ........................................................................\
.............. 7-26
Battery ........................................................................\
.......... 7-28
Fuses ...........................................
: ........................................ 7-30
Headlight Aiming ................................................................. 7-35
Head
Light Washer Fluid .................................................... 7-35
Bulb Replacement ............................................................... 7-35
Wiper Blades ....................................................................... \
7-42
Windshield Washer Fluid ................................................... 7-46
Air Conditioning System .................................................... 7-46

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Maintenance Recommended under Severe Driving Conditions
If the car is usually used under the conditions corresponding to any severe condition code given below, it is recommended that applicable maintenance operation be performed at the particular interval as given in the chart below.
Severe condition code A -Repeated short trips B -Driving on rough and/or muddy roads C -Driving on dusty roads D -Driving in extremely cold weather and/or salted roads E -Repeated short trips in extremely cold weather F -Leaded fuel use G -Low quality fuel use H -Trailer towing (if admitted)
Severe
Maintenance
Condition Code
-B C D - -- -Engine accessory drive.belt (Gasoline engine)
-B C D ----Engine accessory drive belt (Diesel engine) Including tensioner, idlers
A -C D E ---Camshaft timing belt (Diesel engine only)
Including tensioner
A -C D E F -H Engine oil and oil filter (Gasoline engine) (Diesel engine)
- --- --G -Engine oil and oil
filter (Diesel engine)
-B - -- - --Exhaust
pipe mountings
A B C -E F -H Spark plugs
7-5
Maintenance
Maintenance Interval Operation
I Every 15000 km (9000 miles) or 12 months
R Every 45000 km (27000 miles) or 36 months
R Every 30000 km (18000 miles) or 24 months
R Every 45000 km (27000 miles) or 36 months
R Every 7500 km (4500 miles) or 6 months
R Every 5000 km (3000 miles) or 6 months
I Every 15000 km (9000 miles) or 12 months
R Every 30000 km (18000 miles) or 24 months

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2.0 L or 3.2 L engine
15W-40 :> 10W-40 :> (2)
~
1 QW-30 :>
:> 5W-;lQ 'C -30 -20
-10
0 10
20 30 40 I I I I I
I I I 'F -22 -4 14
32 50 68 86 104
78K082
(2) Preferred
Be sure that the engine oil you use comes
under the quality classification of SG, SH, SJ, SL or SM. Select the appropriate oil
viscosity according to the above chart.
SAE 5W-30 (2) is the best choice for good
fuel economy, and good starting in cold
weather.
7-9
(For Diesel Engine Model)
(3) 1 ~W-40
"'I :> 5W-3Q
1 OW-30 :> 'c -30 -20
-10
0 10 20
30 40 'F-:22 I
I I I I
I I -4 14 32 50 68 86 104
78K102
(3) Preferred
Be sure
that the engine oil you use comes
under the quality classification of ~CEA C3 or C4 which is mandatory for DPp!9. Select the appropriate oil viscosity according to
the above chart.
SAE 5W-30 (3) is the best choice for good
fuel economy, and good starting in cold
weather.
CAUTION
Use only the recommended ACEA C3 or C4. Use of non-recommended
engine oil will cause a.Jfamage of the
diesel engine and DPpiY.
Oil Level Check
Engine oil dipstick
(For
Gasoline Engine Model)
(For Diesel Engine Model)
80G064
EXAMPLE
64J227

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Refill with Oil and Check for Leaks 1) Pour oil through the filler hole and install the filler cap. For the approximate capacity of the oil, refer to the "Capacities" item in the "SPECIFICATIONS" section. 2) Start the engine and look carefully for leaks at the oil filter and drain plug. Run
the engine at various speeds for at least 5 minutes. 3) Stop the engine and wait about 5 min­
utes. Check the oil level again and add oil if necessary. Check for leaks again.
CAUTION
• When replacing the oil filter, it is recommended that you use a genu­
ine SUZUKI replacement filter. If you use an aftermarket filter, make
sure it is of equivalent quality and follow the manufacturer's instruc­
tions.
• Oil leaks from around the oil filter or drain plug indicate incorrect installation or gasket damage. If you find any leaks or are not sure
that the filter has been properly tightened, have the vehicle inspected by your SUZUKI dealer.
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Engine Coolant
(For Gasoline Engine Model)
EXAMPLE
64J151
(For Gasoline Engine Model)
EXAMPLE
(For Diesel Engine Model)
64J249
.A WARNING
It is hazardous to remove the degas­
sing tank cap for Diesel engine when
the water temperature is high,
because scalding fluid and steam may be blown out under pressure.
Wait until the coolant temperature
has lowered before removing the cap.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine NOTE: Do not check the fluid level if you have just driven the vehicle for a long time at high
speed, if you have driven in city traffic in hot weather, or if the vehicle has been pull­
ing a trailer. Wait until the fluid cools down
(about
30 minutes), or the fluid level indica­
tion will not be correct.
3} Park your vehicle on level ground. 4} Apply the parking brake and then start
the engine in "P" (Park). Let it idle for two minutes and keep it running during
the fluid level check. . 5} With your foot on the brake pedal, move the gearshift lever through each range,
pausing for about three seconds in each range. Then move it back to the "P" (Park) position.
A. WARNING
Be sure to depress the brake pedal
when moving the gearshift lever, or the vehicle can move suddenly.
EXAMPLE or
60A205
6} The handle of the AfT fluid dipstick is colored red for easy identification.
Remove the dipstick, clean it and push it back in until the cap seats. Then pull out the dipstick. 7} Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lowest level. The fluid level should be between the two marks in the "HOT' range on the dipstick.
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(3)
I?
~ (1)
(2) Co
(1) FULL HOT (2) LOW HOT (3) The lowest point = Fluid level
64J188
8} Add just enough specified fluid through the dipstick hole to fill the transmission to the proper level.
CAUTION
After checking or adding oil, be sure to insert the dipstick securely.
Changing Oil Since special procedures, materials, and tools are required to change the automatic
transmission oil, it is recommended that you trust this job to your authorized . SUZUKI dealer.
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