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comes on briefly so you can check that the
light is working.
This light comes on if there is any prob-
lem with the intelligent all wheel drive (i-
AWD) system. The drive mode will then
automatically switch to the two-wheel
drive (2WD) mode.
The light flashes if the vehicle is in any of
the following conditions, and the drive
train mode will then automatically switch
to the 2WD mode.
– Wheels of different diameters are fitted
to the vehicle.
– Drive train components overheat as a
result of spinning of a drive wheel in
the mud or snow.
The light should normally come on when
you press the engine switch to change
the ignition mode to “ON” and continue
to light or go out depending on the drive
train mode engaged.
NOTE:
Should the light flash, immediately move
the vehicle to a safe place and park it there
to protect the drive train components. If
you let the engine run at idle for a while,
the light will stop flashing and then stay lit,
and the i-AWD mode will resume.
Electric Power Steering Warning
Light
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This light comes on while the engine is
running if there is any problem with the
electric power steering system.
The light should normally come on when
you press the engine switch to change
the ignition mode to “ON” and go out as
soon as the engine is started.
NOTE:
The following conditions may indicate a
problem with the electric power steering
system. In the event of any of these con-
ditions, have your vehicle inspected by
an authorized SUZUKI dealer.
– The light comes on while driving.
– The light does not come on even when
you press the engine switch to change
the ignition mode to “ON”.
– The light stays on after the engine has
started.
The electric power steering system
stops functioning if it has any problem.
Without the system operating, the steer-
ing wheel will require more effort to turn
than usual.
Master Warning Indicator Light
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When you press the engine switch to
change the ignition mode to “ON”, the light
comes on briefly so you can check that the
light is working. When the information dis-
play shows warning and indicator mes-
sages, this indicator light may also come
on or blink.
For details, refer to “Information Display” in
this section.

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Setting ModeWhen the ignition mode is changed to
“ON” by pressing the engine switch and
the vehicle is stationary, you can enter the
setting mode of the information display by
pulling and holding the DISP switch (2) for
more than 3 seconds.
To select the setting that you want to
change, pull the TRIP switch (3).
To change the setting, pull the DISP
switch (2).
To exit the setting mode, select “Back”
and pull the DISP switch (2).
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NOTE:
Current settings appear with reversed text
and background colors.NOTE:
If you pull and hold the DISP switch (2)
to enter the setting mode when the dis-
play (B) shows average fuel consump-
tion or average speed, the value will be
reset simultaneously. If you do not want
to reset the value, pull the DISP switch
quickly to switch the indication of the dis-
play.
If you press the engine switch or start to
move the vehicle when the display is in
the setting mode, the setting mode will
be canceled automatically.
Distance units
You can change the units odo/trip meter
distance is displayed in.
NOTE:
When you change the units odo/trip meter
distance is displayed in, the trip meter will
be reset automatically.
Fuel economy units
You can change the units that fuel con-
sumption is displayed in.
Language
You can change the language of the infor-
mation display.
Avg. fuel economy reset
You can change when the value of average
fuel consumption is reset.Temperature units
You can change the units that temperature
is displayed in.
NOTE:
When you change the units that tempera-
ture is displayed in, the air conditioning
system temperature display units will be
changed automatically.
Foot lights
The foot lights can be programmed for
interlocked operation with either lighting
control or door operation and for no light-
ing.
Default setting
If you select “YES” and pull the DISP
switch (2), all settings will be reinitialized.

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Warning and Indicator
MessageMaster Warning
IndicatorSound Cause and Remedy
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Blinks “Ping” (one time from interior
buzzer)There is a problem with the steering lock
system.
Have your vehicle inspected by an autho-
rized SUZUKI dealer.
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Blinks “Ping” (one time from interior
buzzer)There is a problem with the keyless push
start system.
Have your vehicle inspected by an autho-
rized SUZUKI dealer.

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– There were already raindrops on the
windshield before starting rain-sensing
wiper operation. You should remove
the raindrops by operating the wipers
under manual control.
– The rain sensor is hotter than 80°C
(176°F) in the sun or lower than –10°C
(14°F) in freezing weather. (The wip-
ers do not operate under this condi-
tion.)
– The windshield is coated with a water-
repellent substance, which causes
raindrops to run down quickly. This will
give a clearer view and the wipers may
seem to operate too frequently. In this
case, decrease the system’s sensitiv-
ity.
– The sensor area is covered with a
sticker.
– The wiper blades are damaged. You
should replace them.
The following conditions may indicate
problems with the rain-sensing wiper
system. If your system exhibits any of
the following conditions, have it
inspected by an authorized SUZUKI
dealer.
– Rainfall/snowfall rate varies but the
wiping interval remains constant.
– Rain/snow is falling but the wipers do
not operate.Reprogramming the Rain-sensing
Wiper Function
The AUTO position operation of the rain-
sensing wiper function can be customized
to your preference by reprogramming its
setting as follows. Please contact an
authorized SUZUKI dealer for this customi-
zation.
Semi-automatic wiping
The system automatically selects the most
appropriate of the following wiping modes:
intermittent wiping, low-speed wiping, or
high-speed wiping. (The wipers do not stop
automatically.)
Intermittent wiping
The wipers operate only in the intermittent
wiping mode. The wiping interval can be
changed with the ring control (3).
Full-automatic wiping (factory setting)
The system automatically selects the most
appropriate of the following wiping modes,
no wiping, intermittent wiping, low-speed
wiping, and high-speed wiping.
Windshield Washer
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To spray windshield washer fluid, pull the
lever toward you. The windshield wipers
will automatically turn on at low speed.
WARNING
To prevent windshield icing in cold
weather, turn on the defroster to
heat the windshield before and dur-
ing windshield washer use.
Do not use radiator antifreeze in
the windshield washer reservoir. It
can severely impair visibility when
sprayed on the windshield, and can
also damage your vehicle’s paint.EXAMPLE

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
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57L20-03E
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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLEExhaust Gas Warning ......................................................... 3-1
Daily Inspection Checklist .................................................. 3-1
Engine Switch ...................................................................... 3-2
Keyless Push Start System ................................................ 3-4
Starting the Engine ............................................................. 3-7
Parking Brake Lever ........................................................... 3-10
Pedals ................................................................................... 3-11
Engine Block Heater (if equipped) ..................................... 3-12
Using the Transaxle ............................................................ 3-13
Using the 2WD/i-AWD (intelligent All Wheel Drive)
Switch (if equipped) ............................................................ 3-19
Cruise Control (if equipped) ............................................... 3-21
Parking Sensors (if equipped) ........................................... 3-23
Braking ................................................................................. 3-28
Electronic Stability Program (ESP
®) (if equipped) ........... 3-31
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if equipped) .. 3-34

3-3OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
57L20-03E
TION SWITCH POSITION “ACC”. Refer to
“Information Display” in the “Before Driv-
ing” section for details.
ON
• With the engine off You can use such electric equipment as
the power windows and wipers with the
engine off. When this ignition mode is
selected by pressing the engine switch,
the information display in the instrument
cluster shows the following message:
IGNITION SWITCH POSITION “ON”.
With the engine on All electric equipment is operational. The
vehicle can be driven when you have
selected this ignition mode by pressing
the engine switch.
START
CVT – Provided you have the keyless start
system remote controller with you, the
engine automatically starts when you
press the engine switch to select this igni-
tion mode after placing the gearshift lever
in the “P” position and depressing the
brake pedal. (If you need to re-start the
engine while the vehicle is moving, shift
into “N”.)
Manual Transaxle – Provided you have the
keyless start system remote controller with
you, the engine automat ically starts when
you press the engine switch to select this
ignition mode after shifting to “N” (Neutral) and depressing the brake and clutch ped-
als.
NOTE:
You do not need to keep the engine switch
pressed to start the engine.
NOTE:
The steering lock may not be released if
some load is acting on the steering
wheel. If this happens, turn the steering
wheel to the right or left to relieve it from
the load before you press the engine
switch again to change to the desired
ignition mode.
In the presence of strong radio signals or
noise, you may not be able to change
the ignition mode to “ACC” or “ON” or to
start the engine using the engine switch.
In this case, the information display on
the instrument cluster will show the fol-
lowing message: KEY FOB NOT
DETECTED.
Unreleased Steering Lock WarningIf the steering lock remains engaged when
you press the engine switch to change the
ignition mode to “ON”, the information dis-
play in the instrument cluster will show a
message to alert you to that condition.
Refer to “Information display” in the “Before
Driving” section for details.
CAUTION
Do not leave the engine switch in the
“ACC” or “ON” mode when the
engine is not running. Avoid using
the radio or other electric accesso-
ries for a long time when the engine
switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” mode
when the engine is not running, oth-
erwise the battery may discharge.
Lighting/Turn Signal Control Lever: 8

3-4
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
57L20-03E
Keyless Push Start SystemProvided the keyless start system remote
controller is within the “interior workable
area” (Refer to the related explanation in
this section), you can use the engine
switch for starting the engine and selecting
a power supply mode (“ACC” or “ON”). In
addition, the following functions can be
used:
Keyless entry function. Refer to “KeylessStart System Remote Controller” in the
“Before Driving” section for details.
Locking and unlocking doors using a request switch. Refer to “Keyless Start
System Remote Controller” in the
“Before Driving” section for details.
Opening the trunk lid from outside using the trunk lid request switch.
Immobilizer (anti-theft) function. Refer to “Immobilizer System” in the “Before Driv-
ing” section for details.Engine Switch IlluminationThe engine switch is illuminated lit in the
following situations:
The driver’s door is open (only when the
engine is not in operation).
For 15 seconds after the driver’s door is closed (only when the engine is not in
operation).
The position lights are on.
The illumination will fade out when it is not
required.
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NOTE:
To save the battery, the illumination will be
automatically turned off when both of the
following conditions are simultaneously
met (battery saver function):
The headlights and position lights are turned off.
A period of 15 minutes has elapsed after opening the driver’s door.
Selection of Power Supply ModesPress the engine switch to select the
“ACC” or “ON” mode as follows when you
use an electric accessory or check the
operation of instruments without running
the engine.
1) Bring the keyless start system remote controller with you and sit in the driver’s
seat.
2) Without depressing the brake pedal, press the engine switch (1).
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Every time you push the engine switch
without the brake pedal depressed, the
power supply mode changes as follows.
(1)
Lighting/Turn Signal Control Lever: 8
Windshield Wiper and Washer Lever: 8

3-5OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
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NOTE:
CVT – If the gearshift lever is in any posi-tion other than “P”, the ignition mode
cannot be returned to “LOCK” (OFF). When selecting the power supply
modes, the information display in the
instrument cluster shows certain mes-
sages. Refer to “Information Display” in
the “Before Driving” section for details.
If the master warning indicator light
flashes and the power supply modes
cannot be selected
Your keyless start system remote controller
may not be sensed as being within the
“interior workable area” (Refer to the
related explanation in this section). Try
again after making sure you have the
remote controller with you. If the power
supply modes still can not be selected, the
battery of the remote controller may be dis-
charged. To be able to select a power sup-
ply mode, you must then use the following
method:
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1) Without depressing the brake pedal, push the engine switch (1).
2) Within about 10 seconds during which the master warning indicator light in the
instrument cluster is flashing and the
“PLACE KEY FOB ON START
SWITCH” message appears on the
information display, touch the engine
switch with the lock switch end of the
remote controller (2) for about 2 sec-
onds.
NOTE:
If you still cannot select the power supply modes, there may be some problem with
the keyless start system. Contact an
authorized SUZUKI dealer for an inspec-
tion of the system.
The immobilizer/keyless start system warning light will light for about 5 sec-
onds while the master warning indicator
light is flashing. In addition, the informa-
tion display in the instrument cluster will
show a message during this time. Refer
to “Information Display” in the “Before
Driving” section for details.
You may customize the system to cause
the interior buzzer to sound once for the
“remote controller out of sensing range”
warning. To incorporate this customiza-
tion, please contact an authorized
SUZUKI dealer.
If the battery of the remote controller is
about to become completely discharged,
the corresponding message will appear
P
P
(OFF)
ON
ACC
LOCK
(Audio equipment)Gearshift lever in a
position other thanGearshift lever in
CVT
(OFF)
ON
ACC
LOCK
(Audio equipment)
Manual transaxle
(1)
(2)
Windshield Wiper and Washer Lever: 8
Rear Window Wiper/Washer Switch: 8