2008 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA tailgate

5-9OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
66J22-03E
Luggage Compartment Light
66J047
The luggage compartment light is located
at the left side of the rear luggage compart-
ment.
When you open any of the doors including
the tailgate with the luggage compartment
light switch in the “ON” position (1), the
light comes on and remains on as long as
you keep the door open.
After closing all doors, the light will remain
on for about 15 seconds and then fade out.
If you insert the key into the ignition switch
during that time, the light will start to fade
out immediately.
After removing the key from the ignition
switch, the light will turn on for about 15
seconds and then fade out.
When the luggage compartment light
switch is in the “OFF” position (2), the lightremains off regardless of whether the
door(s) is(are) opened or closed.
Front Seat Heater
(if equipped)
64J106
With the ignition switch in the “ON” posi-
tion, push in one or both of the seat heater
switches to warm the corresponding
seat(s). The indicator light below the
switch will also come on. To turn off the
seat heater, push in the switch again. The
indicator light below the switch will go off.
(1)(2)
EXAMPLE
Luggage Compartment Light: 7
Front Door Light:

6-1OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
66J22-03E
Exhaust Gas Warning
52D334
WARNING
Avoid breathing exhaust gases.
Exhaust gases contain carbon mon-
oxide, a potentially lethal gas that is
colorless and odorless. Since carbon
monoxide is difficult to detect by
itself, be sure to take the following
precautions to help prevent carbon
monoxide from entering your vehicle.
 Do not leave the engine running in
garages or other confined areas.
(Continued)
WARNING
(Continued)
 Do not park with the engine run-
ning for a long period of time, even
in an open area. If it is necessary to
sit for a short time in a parked vehi-
cle with the engine running, make
sure the air intake lever is set to
“FRESH AIR” and the fan is at high
speed.
 Avoid operating the vehicle with
the rear side door, tailgate or rear
window open. If it is necessary to
operate the vehicle with the rear
side door, tailgate or rear window
open, make sure the folding sun-
roof (if equipped) and all the win-
dows are closed, and the fan is at
high speed with the air intake
selector set to “FRESH AIR”.
 To allow proper operation of your
vehicle’s ventilation system, keep
the air inlet grille in front of the
windshield clear of snow, leaves or
other obstructions at all times.
 Keep the exhaust tailpipe area clear
of snow and other material to help
reduce the buildup of exhaust
gases under the vehicle. This is
particularly important when parked
in blizzard conditions.
(Continued)
WARNING
(Continued)
 Have the exhaust system inspected
periodically for damage and leaks.
Any damage or leaks should be
repaired immediately.
Exhaust Gas Warning: NO

9-43INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
66J22-03E
Luggage compartment light
64J166
High-mount stop light (if equipped)
64J181
To remove a high-mounted stop light hous-
ing the following procedure:
1) Open the tailgate, and remove the trim
(1) as shown in the illustration.
64J182
2) Release the claws of the light housing
by the flat head etc. through the service
holes as shown in the illustration.
(1)
Air Conditioning System: 4

9-44
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
66J22-03E
64J183
3) Close the tailgate. Remove a high-
mounted stop light housing (2) from the
tailgate.
64J184
4) Remove the each bulb.
5) Replace the bulbs.
To install a high-mounted stop light
housing in the reverse order of removal.
Wiper Blades
54G129
If the wiper blades become brittle or dam-
aged, or make streaks when wiping,
replace the wiper blades.
To install new wiper blades, follow the pro-
cedures below.
NOTE:
Some wiper blades may be different from
the ones described here depending on
vehicle specifications. If so, consult your
SUZUKI dealer for proper replacement
method.
(2)
CAUTION
To avoid scratching or breaking the
window, do not let the wiper arm
strike the window while replacing the
wiper blade.

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