2008 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA check engine light

11-4
APPEARANCE CARE
66J22-03E
WashingWhen washing the vehicle, follow the
instructions below:
1) Flush the underside of body and wheel
housings with pressurized water to
remove mud and debris. Use plenty of
water.2) Rinse the body to loosen the dirt.
Remove dirt and mud from the body
exterior with running water. You may
use a soft sponge or brush. Do not use
hard materials which can scratch the
paint or plastic. Remember that the
headlight covers or lenses are made of
plastic in many cases.
3) Wash the entire exterior with a mild
detergent or car wash soap using a
sponge or soft cloth. The sponge or
cloth should be frequently soaked in the
soap solution.
4) Once the dirt has been completely
removed, rinse off the detergent with
running water.
5) After rinsing, wipe off the vehicle body
with a wet chamois or cloth and allow it
to dry in the shade.6) Check carefully for damage to painted
surfaces. If there is any damage,
“touch-up” the damage following the
procedure below:
1. Clean all damaged spots and allow
them to dry.
2. Stir the paint and “touch-up” the
damaged spots lightly using a small
brush.
3. Allow the paint to dry completely.
Waxing
60B211S
After washing the vehicle, waxing and pol-
ishing are recommended to further protect
and beautify the paint.
 Only use waxes and polishes of good
quality.
 When using waxes and polishes,
observe the precautions specified by the
manufacturers.
WARNING
 Never attempt to wash and wax
your vehicle with the engine run-
ning.
 When cleaning the underside of the
body and fender, where there may
be sharp-edged parts, you should
wear gloves and a long-sleeved
shirt to protect your hands and
arms from being cut.
 After washing your vehicle, care-
fully test the brakes before driving
to make sure they have maintained
their normal effectiveness.
CAUTION
 When washing the vehicle, avoid
directing steam or hot water of
more than 80°C (176°F) on plastic
parts.
 To avoid damaging engine compo-
nents, do not use pressurized
water in the engine compartment.
CAUTION
To avoid damage to the paint or plas-
tic surface, do not wipe the dirt off
without ample water. Be sure to fol-
low above procedure.
CAUTION
When using a commercial car wash
product, observe the cautions speci-
fied by the manufacturer. Never use
strong household detergents or
soaps.
Vehicle Cleaning: 5

15-2INDEX
66J22-03E
Cup Holder and Storage Bin
...............................................5-14
DDaily Inspection Checklist
..................................................6-2
Daytime Running Light (D.R.L.) Indicator Light
...............4-10
Daytime Running Light (D.R.L.) System
............................3-7
Door Locks
...........................................................................2-2
Drive Belt
..............................................................................9-9
Driver’s Seat Belt Reminder Light
.....................................4-7
EElectronic Stability Program (ESP®)
.................................6-18
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) .................................2-22
Emission Compliance Label (for U.S.A.)
...........................12-2
Engine Block Heater
............................................................6-4
Engine Coolant
....................................................................9-17
Engine Coolant Level Check
..............................................9-17
Engine Coolant Replacement .............................................9-18
Engine Hood
........................................................................5-13
Engine Oil and Filter
............................................................9-9
Engine Serial Number .........................................................12-1
Exhaust Gas Warning .........................................................6-1
FFluid Level Check
................................................................9-15
Folding Rear Seats ..............................................................5-4
Folding Seats
.......................................................................5-4
Frame Hooks ........................................................................5-17
Front Air Bags ......................................................................2-39
Front Fog Light Switch
.......................................................4-16
Front Passenger’s Seat Belt Reminder Light
...................4-3
Front Seat Back Pocket
......................................................5-19
Front Seat Heater
.................................................................5-9
Fuel Consumption and Driving Range
..............................4-18Fuel Filler Cap
..................................................................... 5-3
Fuel Gauge
.......................................................................... 4-13
Fuel Pump Labeling
............................................................ 1-1
Fuel Recommendation ....................................................... 1-1
Fuse under the Dash Board
............................................... 9-37
Fuses
.................................................................................... 9-36
FUSES AND PROTECTED CIRCUITS
................................ 13-1
GGasoline Containing MTBE
................................................ 1-1
Gasoline/Ethanol blends
.................................................... 1-1
Gasoline/Methanol blends ................................................. 1-1
Gear Oil
................................................................................ 9-13
Gear Oil Level Check
.......................................................... 9-14
Gear Oil Replacement ......................................................... 9-15
Gearshift Lever
.................................................................... 5-2
GLOSSARY OF TIRE TERMINOLOGY
............................... 9-32
Glove Box
............................................................................ 4-17
HHazard Warning Switch
...................................................... 4-15
Head Restraints
................................................................... 2-19
Headlight Aiming ................................................................ 9-39
High Beam Indicator Light
................................................. 4-10
HomeLink®
.......................................................................... 5-25
Horn
...................................................................................... 3-12
IIdentification Numbers
....................................................... 12-1
If the Engine is Flooded ..................................................... 10-5
If the Engine Overheats ...................................................... 10-5
If the Starter Does Not Operate
......................................... 10-4
If You Can Not Shift Automatic Transmission Gearshift
Lever Out of “P” (PARK)
.................................................... 10-6

15-4INDEX
66J22-03E
PParking Brake Lever
.................................................... 5-1
, 9-23
Pedals
...................................................................................5-1
Periodic Maintenance Schedule
.........................................9-3
Power Assisted Brakes
.......................................................6-16
Power Door Locking System
..............................................2-2
Power Mirror Control
...........................................................2-17
Power Steering
....................................................................9-24
Power Steering Fluid
...........................................................9-24
Power Window Controls
.....................................................2-14
RRadio Antenna
.....................................................................4-35
Rear Window Defroster and Outside Rearview Mirrors
Defroster Switch ..................................................................4-15
Rear Window Wiper/Washer Switch
..................................3-9
Refill with Oil and Check for Leaks ....................................9-12
Remote Audio Controls
............................................ 3-12
, 4-49
Replace the Oil Filter
...........................................................9-11
Replacing Tires and/or Wheels
..........................................6-24
Reporting Safety Defects
....................................................12-4
Roof Rails or Roof Rack Anchors
......................................5-23
SSafety Certification Label
...................................................12-2
Seat Adjustment
..................................................................2-17
Seat Belt Extender ...............................................................2-35
Seat Belt Inspection ............................................................2-27
Seat Belt Pretensioner System
..........................................2-36
Seat Belt Reminder
..............................................................2-24
Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems
...........................2-20
Selection of Coolant
............................................................9-17
Shopping Hook
....................................................................5-19Shoulder anchor height adjuster
....................................... 2-26
Side Air Bags and Side Curtain Air Bags
......................... 2-40
Side Door Locks
.................................................................. 2-2
SLIP Indicator Light
.....................................................4-6
, 6-19
Snow Tires
........................................................................... 9-32
Spare Tire Nut Lock
............................................................ 2-1
Spark Plugs
......................................................................... 9-20
SPECIFICATIONS
................................................................ 14-1
Specified Fluid
.................................................................... 9-15
Specified Gear Oil ............................................................... 9-13
Specified Oil
........................................................................ 9-9
Speedometer ....................................................................... 4-11
Spot Light
............................................................................ 5-8
Stability Control System
.................................................... 6-18
Starting the Engine
............................................................. 6-2
Steering Wheel
.................................................................... 9-23
Sun Visor
............................................................................. 5-7
Sunroof
................................................................................ 5-11
Supplemental Restraint System (air bags)
....................... 2-37
TTachometer
.......................................................................... 4-13
Tailgate
................................................................................ 2-14
Temperature Gauge
............................................................ 4-14
Theft Deterrent Light .......................................................... 4-21
Thermometer
....................................................................... 4-18
Tilt Steering Lock Lever
..................................................... 3-10
Tire Chains
.......................................................................... 7-5
Tire Changing Tool
............................................................. 5-18
Tire Inflation Pressure ........................................................ 9-26
Tire Inspection
.................................................................... 9-27
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
........................ 6-21