2010 SUZUKI SX4 Owners Manual

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80J23-03E
56KN078
NOTE:
The cap holder (1) can hold the fuel filler
cap (2) when refueling.
To reinstall the fuel filler cap:
1) Turn the cap clockwise until you hear
several clicks.
2) Close the fuel filler door.
Engine Hood
79J077
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.
80J045
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.
WARNING
Fuel is extremely flammable. Do not
smoke when refueling, and make
sure there are no open flames or
sparks in the area.
(1)
(2)
EXAMPLE
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.
EXAMPLE
EXAMPLE

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80JS024
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.
Sun Visor
79K055
The sun visors can be pulled down to block
glare coming through the windshield, or
they can be unhooked and turned to the
side to block glare coming through the side
window.
The extension (1) can be drawn out to
block glare widely.
Interior Light Switch
64J104
The interior light switch has three posi-
tions, which functions as described below.
ON (1)
The light comes on and stays on regard-
less of whether the door is open or closed.
DOOR (2)
The light comes on when the door is
opened. After closing all doors, the light
will remain on for about 15 seconds and
then fade out. If you push in the ignition
switch or insert the key during this 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.
OFF (3)
The light remains off even when the door is
opened.
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.
CAUTION
When unhooking and hooking a sun
visor, be sure to handle it by the hard
plastic parts or the sun visor can be
damaged.
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EXAMPLE
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(2)
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79J075
NOTE:
The number of doors involved in the light-
ing operation of the interior light depends
on the vehicle specification. If there is a
switch (rubber projection) at the door
opening as shown, the door is involved in
the lighting operation. The tailgate of SX4
is also involved in this operation even with-
out the rubber projection.
Luggage Compartment Light
(SX4)
79J053
When you open the tailgate with the lug-
gage compartment light switch in the “ON”
position (1), the light comes on and
remains on as long as you keep the tail-
gate open.
When the luggage compartment light
switch is in the “OFF” position (2), the light
remains off regardless of whether the tail-
gate is opened or closed.
Trunk Light (SX4 SEDAN)
56KN038
When you open the trunk lid, the trunk light
comes on and remains on as long as you
keep the lid open.
EXAMPLE
CAUTION
Do not leave the tailgate open with
the luggage compartment light
switch in the “ON” position for a long
time, or the battery will discharge.
(1) (2)
EXAMPLE
CAUTION
Do not leave the trunk lid open for a
long time, or the battery will dis-
charge.

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Spot Light
79J074
Push the switch to turn on the light and
push it again to turn off the light.
Accessory Socket
(if equipped)
80J2046
The accessory socket will work when the
ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” posi-
tion.
This socket can be used to provide 12 volt/
120 watt power for electrical accessories.
Cigarette Lighter and Ashtray
(if equipped)Cigarette Lighter (if equipped)
80J2067
The cigarette lighter will work when the
ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” posi-
tion.
To use the cigarette lighter, push it all the
way into the receptacle and release it. It
will automatically heat up and will pop out
to its normal position when it is ready for
use.
CAUTION
Use of inappropriate electrical acces-
sories can cause damage to your
vehicle’s electrical system. Make
sure that any electrical accessories
you use are designed to plug into this
type of socket.
CAUTION
Holding the cigarette lighter in can
overheat and damage the lighter.
Release the lighter after you push it
in.

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Ashtray (if equipped)
79J047
You can fit the ashtray into any of the cup
holders on the center console.
Assist Grips (if equipped)
54G249
Assist grips are provided for convenience.
CAUTION
To avoid damage to the cigarette
lighter socket, do not use it as an
accessory power source. Some
accessories’ power plug can damage
the inner mechanism of the cigarette
lighter socket.
WARNING
Make sure tobacco is fully extin-
guished before closing the ashtrays.
Never throw waste in the ashtrays: it
could create a fire hazard.
EXAMPLE
CAUTION
To avoid damaging the assist grip
and the molded headlining, do not
hang down the assist grip.

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Glove Box
79J120
To open the glove box, pull the latch lever.
To close it, push the lid until it latches
securely.
Cup Holder and Storage Area
(if equipped)
80J046
79J052
Cup holders are provided in the center
console.
Bottle holderFront
80JM055
WARNING
Never drive with the glove box lid
open. It could cause injury if an acci-
dent occurs.
EXAMPLEEXAMPLE
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.

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Rear
80JM143
You should hold a bottle with a cap in the
holder.Luggage compartment pocket (SX4)
80JM124
To open the lid, slide the lever (1) and pull
the lid.
80JM108
The lid can be installed on the back of the
luggage compartment board.
Front Seat Back Pocket
(if equipped)
80JC089
This pocket is provided for holding light
and soft things such as gloves, newspa-
pers or magazines.
(1)
WARNING
Do not put hard or breakable objects
in the pocket. If an accident occurs,
objects such as bottles, cans, etc.
can injure the occupants in the rear
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Armrest (if equipped)
80J2068
To use the armrest, pivot it down from the
stowed (fully up) position. When not in use,
return the armrest to the stowed position.
Shopping Hook (if equipped)Luggage compartment
80JM058
You can hang the shopping bag or other
suitable objects on the hook.
This hook is not designed for large or
heavy items.
Floor Mats (if equipped)
80J2014
Your vehicle has a fastener to keep the
driver’s side floor mat from sliding forward
and possibly interfering with the pedals.
Whenever you put the driver’s side floor
mat back in the vehicle after it has been
removed, be sure to hook the floor mat
grommet(s) to the fastener(s) and position
the floor mat properly in the footwell.
When you replace the floor mats in your
vehicle with a different type such as all-
weather floor mats, we highly recommend
using genuine SUZUKI floor mats for
proper fitting.
CAUTION
To avoid damage to the armrest, do
not lean onto it or allow a child ride
on it.
EXAMPLE