3-1OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
57L20-03E
Exhaust Gas Warning
52D334
Daily Inspection ChecklistBefore Driving1) Make sure that windows, mirrors, lights
and reflectors are clean and unob-
structed.
2) Visually check the tires for the following
points:
– the depth of the tread groove
– abnormal wear, cracks and damage
– loose wheel nuts
– existence of foreign material such as
nails, stones, etc.
Refer to “Tires” in “INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE” section for details.
3) Look for fluid, oil leaks.
NOTE:
It is normal for water to drip from the air
conditioning system after use.
4) Make sure the hood is fully closed and
latched.
5) Check the headlights, turn signal lights,
brake lights and horn for proper opera-
tion.
6) Lock all doors.
7) Adjust the seat and adjustable head
restraints (if equipped).
8) Check the brake pedal.
9) Adjust the mirrors.
10)Make sure that you and all passengers
have properly fastened your seat belts.
11)Make sure that all warning lights come
on as the ignition mode is changed to
“ON” by pressing the engine switch.
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.
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WARNING
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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 selector is set to
“FRESH AIR” and the blower is at
high speed.
Avoid operating the vehicle with
the trunk open. If it is necessary to
operate the vehicle with the trunk
open, make sure the sunroof (if
equipped) and all windows are
closed, and the blower 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.
Have the exhaust system inspected
periodically for damage and leaks.
Any damage or leaks should be
repaired immediately.
Ignition Switch: 8
OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
5
57L20-03E
60G407
OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENTAutomatic Heating and Air Conditioning System
(Climate Control) ................................................................. 5-1
Radio Antenna ..................................................................... 5-9
Audio Systems .................................................................... 5-10
Fuel Filler Door .................................................................... 5-73
Fuel Filler Cap ..................................................................... 5-74
Engine Hood ........................................................................ 5-75
Sun Visor ............................................................................. 5-77
Interior Light Switch ........................................................... 5-78
Courtesy Lights ................................................................... 5-79
Footwell Lights .................................................................... 5-79
Trunk Light .......................................................................... 5-79
Spot Light ............................................................................ 5-80
Accessory Socket ............................................................... 5-80
Assist Grips ......................................................................... 5-82
Coat Hooks .......................................................................... 5-83
Sunroof (if equipped) .......................................................... 5-83
Glove Box ............................................................................ 5-85
Overhead Console .............................................................. 5-86
Lidded Instrument Panel Box ............................................ 5-87
Cup Holder and Storage Area (if equipped) ..................... 5-87
Front Seat Back Pocket (if equipped) ............................... 5-89
Footrest ................................................................................ 5-89
Center Console Box ............................................................ 5-89
Armrest ................................................................................ 5-90
Floor Mats (if equipped) ..................................................... 5-91
Luggage Under-box ............................................................ 5-92
Net/Rope Hooks .................................................................. 5-92
Roof Rack Anchors (if equipped) ...................................... 5-92
HomeLink
® (if equipped) .................................................... 5-93
Frame Hooks ....................................................................... 5-96
5-92
OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
57L20-03E
Luggage Under-boxUse this stowage for carrying small bag-
gage or the like.
To access the stowage, raise the floor-
board by holding the handle (1) on it and
hang the hook (2) on the edge of the
trunk.
57L51050
Net/Rope Hooks
57L50049
There are two net hooks (1), one on each
of the trunk opening sides.
There are four rope hooks (2) provided on
the trunk floor.
Pull out these hooks to use as shown in
the illustration.
An optional rubber net can be hooked to
these hooks to help keep cargo from mov-
ing around in the luggage compartment
during normal driving.
Roof Rack Anchors (if
equipped)
80J082
You can use the roof rack anchors to
attach the optional roof rack which is avail-
able at your SUZUKI dealer. If you use a
roof rack, observe the instructions and pre-
cautions in this section and provided with
the roof rack.
Make sure the roof rack is securely
installed.
To mount various types of cargo (such
as skis, bicycles, etc.) properly, use suit-
able attachments which are available
from your SUZUKI dealer. Be sure to
install the attachments properly and
securely according to the instructions
provided. Do not mount cargo directly on
the roof panel. The cargo can damage
the roof panel.
(1) (2)
(2)
CAUTION
Use the net and rope hooks only for
holding light objects.
(2) (1)
5-93OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
57L20-03E
The gross weight of the roof rack plus
cargo must not exceed the loading
capacity (50 kg (110 lbs)). Also, do not
let the gross vehicle weight (fully loaded
vehicle including driver, passengers,
cargo, roof load and trailer tongue
weight) exceed the Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) listed in the
driver’s door lock pillar.
Mount and secure the cargo onto the
roof rack properly according to the
instructions provided. Be sure to stow
the heaviest items at the bottom and dis-
tribute the cargo as evenly as possible.
Do not carry items so large that they
hang over the bumpers or the sides of
the vehicle, or block your view.
Secure the front and rear ends of long
items – such as wood panels, surfboards
and so forth – to both the front and rear
of the vehicle. You should protect the
painted surfaces of the vehicle from
scuffing caused by tie-down ropes.
Check periodically to make sure the roof
rack is securely installed and free from
damage.
For vehicles with roof rack anchors,
make sure the anchors are covered with
the caps when not in use.
HomeLink
® (if equipped)
66J092
HomeLink
®: HomeLink
® is a registered
trademark of Johnson Controls Technology
Company.
The HomeLink
® Wireless Control System
provides a convenient way to replace up to
three hand-held radio-frequency (RF)
transmitters used to activate devices such
as gate operators, garage door openers,
entry door locks, security systems, even
home lighting. Additional HomeLink
® infor-
mation can be found on the Internet at
www.homelink.com
or by calling 1-800-
355-3515.
Before programming HomeLink
® to a
garage door opener or gate operator, make
sure that people and objects are out of the
way of the device to prevent potential harm
or damage. When programming a garage
door opener, it is advised to park outside of
the garage. Do not use HomeLink® with
any garage door opener that lacks safety
stop and reverse features as required by
U.S. federal safety standards (this includes
WARNING
Abrupt maneuvers or failure to
properly secure cargo can allow the
cargo to fly off the vehicle and hit
others, causing personal injury or
property damage.
Mount cargo securely and avoid
abrupt maneuvers such as “jack-
rabbit” starts, sharp turns, fast cor-
nering and sudden braking. Check
periodically to make sure that
cargo is securely fastened.
Large, bulky, long, or flat items can
affect vehicle aerodynamics or be
caught by the wind, and can reduce
vehicle control resulting in an acci-
dent and personal injury. Drive cau-
tiously at a safely reduced speed
when carrying this type of cargo.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
57L20-03E
GLOSSARY OF TIRE TERMINOL-
OGY
Accessory Weight – the combined
weight (in excess of those standard
items which may be replaced) of CVT,
power steering, power brakes, power
windows, power seats, radio, and
heater, to the extent that these items
are available as factory-installed
equipment (whether installed or not).
Cold Tire Inflation Pressure – the pres-
sure in a tire that has been driven less
than 1 mile or has been standing for
three hours or more.
Curb Weight – the weight of a motor
vehicle with standard equipment
including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil, and coolant, and, if so
equipped, air conditioning and addi-
tional weight optional engine.
Intended Outboard Sidewall – (1) the
sidewall that contains a whitewall,
bears white lettering or bears manu-
facturer, brand, and/or model name
molding that is higher or deeper than
the same molding on the other side-
wall of the tire, or (2) the outward fac-
ing sidewall of an asymmetrical tire
that has a particular side that must
always face outward when mounted
on a vehicle.Maximum Inflation Pressure – the max-
imum cold inflation pressure a tire is
designed to support in normal service.
Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight –
the sum of curb weight, accessory
weight, vehicle capacity weight (total
load capacity), and production options
weight.
Normal Occupant Weight – 68 kilo-
grams times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of
Table 1 (shown below).
Occupant distribution – distribution of
occupants in a vehicle as specified in
the third column of Table 1 (shown
below).
Production Options Weight – the com-
bined weight of those installed regular
production options weighing over 2.3
kilograms in excess of those standard
items which they replace, not previ-
ously considered in curb weight or
accessory weight, including heavy
duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack,
heavy duty battery, and special trim.
Recommended Inflation Pressure –
the cold tire inflation pressure recom-
mended by a manufacturer.
Rim – metal support for a tire or tire
and tube assembly upon which the tire
beads are seated.Vehicle Capacity Weight – the rated
cargo and luggage load plus 68 kilo-
grams (150 lbs) times the vehicle’s
designated seating capacity.
Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire –
the load on an individual tire that is
determined by distributing to each axle
its share of the maximum loaded vehi-
cle weight and dividing by two.
Vehicle Normal Load on the Tire – the
load on an individual tire that is deter-
mined by distributing to each axle its
share of the curb weight, accessory
weight, and normal occupant weight
(distributed in accordance with Table 1
shown below) and dividing by 2.
TABLE 1 – Occupant Loading and
Distribution For Vehicle Normal
Load For Various Designated Seat-
ing Capacities
Designated
seating
capacity,
number of
occupantsVehicle nor-
mal load,
number of
occupants
Occupant
distribution
in a nor-
mally loaded
vehicle
2 through 4 2 2 in front5 through 10
32 in front,
1 in second
seat
13-4INDEX
57L20-03E
NNet/Rope Hooks ................................................................... 5-92OOdometer .............................................................................. 2-84
Oil Level Check .................................................................... 7-15
Oil Pressure Light ................................................................ 2-72
On-Board Vehicle Computers and Event Data
Recorders ............................................................................. 10-3
Open Door Warning Light ................................................... 2-75
Outside Rearview Mirrors ................................................... 2-22
Overhead Console ............................................................... 5-86PParking Brake Lever ................................................... 3-10, 7-27
Parking Sensors .................................................................. 3-23
Pedals ................................................................................... 3-11
Periodic Maintenance Schedule ........................................... 7-3
Power Door Locking System ................................................ 2-4
Power Mirror Control ........................................................... 2-22
Power Window Controls ..................................................... 2-17
Power-Assisted Brakes ....................................................... 3-28RRadio Antenna ....................................................................... 5-9
Rain-sensing Wipers ......................................................... 2-108
Rain-sensing Wipers and Washer Lever ......................... 2-107
Rear Center Seat Belt .......................................................... 2-38
Rear Seats ............................................................................ 2-29
Refill with Oil and Check for Leaks .................................... 7-18
Refilling................................................................................. 7-16
Replace the Oil Filter ........................................................... 7-17
Replacing Tires and/or Wheels .......................................... 3-38
Reporting Safety Defects .................................................... 10-4 Roof Rack Anchors .............................................................. 5-92
SSafety Certification Label .................................................... 10-2
Seat Belt Extender ............................................................... 2-53
Seat Belt Inspection ............................................................. 2-43
Seat Belt Pretensioner System ........................................... 2-54
Seat Belt Reminder .............................................................. 2-40
Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems ............................ 2-34
Seat Position Memory System ............................................ 2-26
Selection of Coolant ............................................................ 7-18
Selection of Power Supply Modes........................................ 3-4
Setting Mode......................................................................... 2-85
Shoulder Anchor Height Adjuster ...................................... 2-43
Side Air Bags and Side Curtain Air Bags .......................... 2-59
Side Door Locks ..................................................................... 2-3
Snow Tires ............................................................................ 7-35
Spark Plugs .......................................................................... 7-20
SPECIFICATIONS .......
.......................................................... 12-1
Specified Fluid...................................................................... 7-24
Specified Gear Oil ................................................................ 7-22
Specified Oil ......................................................................... 7-15
Speedometer ........................................................................ 2-78
Spot Light ............................................................................. 5-80
Stability Control System...................................................... 3-31
Starting the Engine ................................................................ 3-7
Steering Wheel ..................................................................... 7-27
Sun Visor .............................................................................. 5-77
Sunroof ................................................................................. 5-83
Supplemental Restraint System (a ir bags) ........................ 2-55TTachometer ........................................................................... 2-78