2008 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA warning

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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
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Folding SeatsFolding Rear SeatsTo fold the rear seats forward:
1) Remove the luggage compartment
cover.
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2) Stow the seat belt buckles of the center
and left seating position into the pocket
of the seat cushion as shown in the
illustration.3) Lower the adjustable head restraint
fully.
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4) Pull the release lever forward on the top
of each split seat, and fold the seat-
backs forward.
WARNING
Gasoline is extremely flammable. Do
not smoke when refueling, and make
sure there are no open flames or
sparks in the area.
WARNING
If you need to replace the fuel cap,
use a genuine SUZUKI cap. Use of an
improper cap can result in a malfunc-
tion of the fuel system or emission
control system. It may also result in
fuel leakage in the event of an acci-
dent.
CAUTION
When you fold the rear seatback for-
ward, stow the seat belt buckles of
the center and left seating position
into the pocket first. This helps pre-
vent being caught by the seat and
being damaged.
CAUTION
Make sure the belt webbing is not
caught by the seat.
Fuel Filler Cap: 5
Folding Seats: 14

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5) Pull the lock release strap (1) rearward
to unlatch the seat cushion.
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6) Fold the entire seat forward.
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7) Push down the adjuster (2) to make the
strap slack, and then unhook the strap
by pushing down the hook (3).
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8) Hook the strap (4) to the front seat
head restraint and re-tighten the
adjuster (2) to apply a tension on the
strap as shown in the illustration.
WARNING
When you unlatch the rear seat cush-
ion, be careful that your face or
hands are not injured from the seat
popping up.
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CAUTION
When securing the folded rear seat
with a strap, adjust the strap length
so that the rear seat will not move.
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Folding Seats: 14

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To return the seat to the normal position,
follow the procedure below.
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1) Unhook the strap from the head
restraint and stow the strap to the back
of the seat cushion.
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2) Pull down the seat cushion until it locks
into place.
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3) Raise the seatback until it locks into
place.
After returning the seat, try moving the
seat and seatback to make sure they are
securely latched.
WARNING
Luggage or other cargo should be
stowed in the luggage compartment
with the rear seat in an upright posi-
tion, whenever possible. If you need
to carry cargo in the passenger com-
partment with the rear seat back
folded forward, be sure to secure the
cargo or it may be thrown about,
causing injury. Never pile cargo
higher than the seatbacks.
WARNING
When returning the rear seat cushion
to the normal position, be careful that
your finger is not caught between the
lock and the floor.
CAUTION
 When returning the rear seat cush-
ion to the normal position, make
sure that there is nothing around
the striker. This prevents the seat
cushion from being locked
securely.
 When returning the rear seat cush-
ion to the normal position, make
sure that there is nothing under the
seat cushion. This prevents dam-
age to the seat cushion.
Folding Seats: 14

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Assist Grips (if equipped)
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Assist grips are provided for convenience.
WARNING
Improperly using the seat heater can
be hazardous. An occupant can suf-
fer burns even if the heating tempera-
ture is fairly low, if the occupant is
wearing thin pants, a thin skirt or
shorts and leaves the heater on for
long periods.
Avoid using the seat heater for these
occupants:
 People who have reduced feeling in
their legs, including the elderly or
those with certain disabilities.
 Small children, or anyone with sen-
sitive skin.
 People who are asleep or under the
influence of alcohol or other drugs
which make them tired.
CAUTION
To avoid damaging the heater ele-
ment:
 Do not subject the front seats to
heavy impacts, such as children
jumping on them.
 Do not cover the seat with any
insulating materials such as blan-
kets or cushions.
Front Seat Heater: 8

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Coat Hooks (if equipped)
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You can hang clothing on the coat hooks.
These hooks are not designed for large or
heavy items.
Sunroof (if equipped)You can tilt or slide the sunroof by operat-
ing the “TILT” part of the sunroof switch or
the “SLIDE” part of the sunroof switch
when the ignition switch is in the “ON”
position.
There is a system to prevent being
pinched by the sunroof.
When the system senses that something is
pinched when the sunroof is sliding for-
ward, the sunroof will automatically
reverse direction and slide rearward. This
system will operate when the sunroof is
closing automatically. This system does
not operate when tilting the sunroof down.
Make sure there are no hands or other
obstructions in the path of the sunroof
when you close the sunroof even though
there is a system to prevent being pinched
by the sunroof.
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To tilt the sunroof up, slide the sun shade
rearward by hand and push the “TILT UP”
part (1) of the sunroof switch. To tilt the
sunroof down, push the “SLIDE OPEN”
part (2) of the sunroof switch.
If you push the switch for more than a sec-
ond, the sunroof will automatically tilt up or
down fully. To stop the sunroof halfway,
push the switch briefly.
WARNING
If your vehicle is equipped with side
curtain air bags, do not hang sharp
items like a hanger on the coat hook.
When hanging the clothes, hang it on
hook without using a hanger.
WARNING
 The system to prevent being
pinched by the sunroof does not
work in the area where the sunroof
is almost completely closed.
 The system to prevent being
pinched by the sunroof may not
work if the battery is not suffi-
ciently charged.
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Assist Grips: 3
Coat Hooks:
Sunroof: 5, 8

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 Be sure to close the sunroof when you
leave the vehicle unattended.
 Periodically inspect the guide rail for dirt
and clean it if any dirt has accumulated.
Engine Hood
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To open the engine hood:
1) Pull the hood release handle located on
the outboard side of the driver’s side of
the instrument panel. This will disen-
gage the engine hood lock halfway.
WARNING
 Never allow any part of your body
such as hands or head to get out of
the sunroof opening while the vehi-
cle is moving.
 Be sure there are no hands or other
obstructions in the path of the sun-
roof when you close the sunroof.
 Always remove the ignition key
when leaving the vehicle even if for
a short time. Also do not leave chil-
dren alone in a parked vehicle.
Unattended children could use the
sunroof switches and get trapped
by the sunroof.
CAUTION
Do not put your body weight on the
roof around the sunroof such as by
sitting on it.
Sunroof: 5, 8

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2) Push the under-hood release lever
sideways with your finger, as shown in
the illustration. While pushing the lever,
lift up the engine hood.
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3) Continue to lift up the hood until it is
high enough to support with the prop
rod.
To close the engine hood:
1) Lift the hood up slightly and remove the
prop rod from the hole. Put the prop rod
back to the holding clip.
2) Lower the hood close to the bumper,
then let it drop down.
Make sure the hood is securely latched
after closing.
Cup Holder and Storage Bin
(if equipped)Cup holders and a storage bin are pro-
vided as shown.
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To access a bin, push the release button.
WARNING
Make sure the hood is fully closed
and latched before driving. If it is not,
it can fly up unexpectedly during
driving, obstructing your view and
resulting in an accident.
EXAMPLE
Engine Hood: 5

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To use the console bin, pull the lever up
and open the lid.
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To use the rear cup holders, open the lid.Bottle holder
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You should hold a bottle with a cap in the
bottle holder.
Overhead Console Box
(if equipped)
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To use the overhead console box, push on
the front edge (1) and open the lid. To
close the lid, push the front edge (1) until it
latches. Do not put heavy or sharp items in
the box.
WARNING
Do not use the cup holder or the stor-
age bin to hold cups containing hot
liquids or sharp-edged, hard or
breakable objects. Objects in these
bins may be thrown about during a
sudden stop or impact, and could
cause personal injury.
EXAMPLE
WARNING
Never drive with the overhead con-
sole box lid open. It could cause
injury if an accident occurs.
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Cup Holder and Storage Bin: 3, 14