Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Slippery road mode
When the "AfT POWER" switch is on with
shift in "2" (Low 2) position, the gear will be
fixed in second while driving or when start
driving. Therefore, you can drive smoothly
on slippery road.
NOTE: • When you start driving with the gearshift lever in "2" (Low 2) position while the "AI T POWER" switch is on, the gear will be fixed in second. If you need to shift up, shift the' lever into "3" (Low 3) or "0" (Drive) position. • When the "AfT POWER" is on, if you
shift the gearshift lever from "3" (Low 3) or "0" (Drive) position to "2" (Low 2) position, the gear will be fixed in second. Gearshift
lever
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The
gearshift lever is designed that it cannot be shifted out of the "P" position unless
the ignition switch is in the "ON" position and. the brake pedal is depressed.
A WARNING
Always depress the brake pedal before shifting from' "P" (Park) (or "N" (Neutral) if the vehicle is stationary) to a forward or reverse gear, to help prevent the vehicle from moving
unexpectedly when you shift.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
For all normal driving, make sure that the "POWER" indicator light is off, then put the
gearshift lever into "0" (Drive). Use the
other gearshift lever positions as described
below: .
P (Park)
Use this position
to lock the transmission
when the vehicle is parked or when starting the engine. Shift into Park only when
the vehicle is completely stationary.
A WARNING
If you have a 4-wheel drive vehicle,
never leave the transfer switch in "N" (Neutral) when parked.
Otherwise the vehicle may roll even if the transmission is in Park ..
R (Reverse) Use this position to reverse the vehicle from stop. Make sure that vehicle is com
pletely stationary before shifting into
Reverse.
N (Neutral)
Use this position for starting the engine if
the engine
stalls and you need to restart it while the vehicle is moving. You may also
shift into Neutral and depress the brake
pedal to hold the I('ehicle stationary during
idling.
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(1) (2)
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BRAKE (3)
(1) ABS warning light Type 1 (2) ABS warning light Type 2 (3) Brake system warning light
A WARNING
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If the ABS warning light «1) or (2» on
the instrument panel comes on and
stays on while driving, there may be a
problem with the ABS system. If this happens:
1) Pull off the road and stop care
fully.
2) Turn the ignition switch to "LOCK" and then start the engine again.
(Continued)
A WARNING
(Continued) If the warning light comes on briefly then turns off, the system is normal.
If the. warning light still stays on,
have the system inspected by your
SUZUKI dealer immediately.
If the ABS system becomes inoperative, the brake system will function as
an ordinary brake system that has no
ABS.
A WARNING
If the ABS warning light «1) or (2» and the Brake system warning light (3) on the instrument panel simulta
neously stays on or comes on when
driving, both anti-lock function and
rear brake force control function (proportioning valve function) of the ABS system may have failed. If so, the rear wheels may easily skid or the vehicle can even spin in the worst case when
braking on a slippery road or when
hard braking even on a dry paved
road. Ask your SUZUKI dealer to inspect the ABS system immediately. Drive carefully, avoiding hard braking
as much as possible.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
How the ABS Works A computer continuously monitors wheel speed. The' computer compares the
changes in wheel speed when braking. If the wheels slow suddenly, indicating a
skidding Situation, the computer will change braking pressure several times
each second to prevent the wheels from locking. When you start your vehicle or when you accelerate after a hard stop, you may hear a momentary motor or clicking sound as the system resets or checks itself.
A WARNING
The ABS may not work properly if
tires or wheels other than those
specified in the owner's manual are
used. This is because the ABS works
by comparing changes in wheel speed. When replacing tires or wheels, use only the size and type
specified in this owner's manual.
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