2013 SUZUKI ALTO fuel

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
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SAE 0W-20 (1) is the best choice for good
fuel economy, and good starting in cold
weather.
Oil Level Check
68KH066
It is important to keep the engine oil at the
correct level for proper lubrication of your
vehicle’s engine. Check the oil level with
the vehicle on a level surface. The oil level
indication may be inaccurate if the vehicle
is on a slope. The oil level should be
checked either before starting the engine
or at least 5 minutes after stopping the
engine.
Pull out the oil dipstick, wipe oil off with a
clean cloth, insert the dipstick all the way
into the engine, then remove it again. The
oil on the stick should be between the
upper and lower limits shown on the stick.
If the oil level indication is near the lowerlimit, add enough oil to raise the level to the
upper limit.
Refilling
53M-09-007
Remove the oil filler cap and pour oil slowly
through the filler hole to bring the oil level
to the upper limit on the dipstick. Be careful
not to overfill. Too much oil is almost as
bad as too little oil. After refilling, start the
engine and allow it to idle for about a min-
ute. Stop the engine, wait about 5 minutes
and check the oil level again.
Changing Engine Oil and Filter
Drain the engine oil while the engine is still
warm.
1) Remove the oil filler cap.
2) Place a drain pan under the drain plug.
3) Using a wrench, remove the drain plug
and drain out the engine oil.
ALTO 800
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Tightening torque for drain plug (1):
49 Nm (4.9 kg-m, 36.0 lb-ft)
EXAMPLE
NOTICE
Failure to check the oil level regularly
could lead to serious engine trouble
due to insufficient oil.
EXAMPLE
CAUTION
The engine oil temperature may be
high enough to burn your fingers
when the drain plug is loosened. Wait
until the drain plug is cool enough to
touch with your bare hands.
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Gear Oil Change
Since special procedures, materials and
tools are required, it is recommended that
you trust this job to your authorized
MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.
Clutch Pedal
Cable control clutch
(For Manual Transaxle Model)
54G274
Clutch pedal play “d”:
10 - 15 mm (0.4 - 0.6 in.)
Measure the clutch pedal play by moving
the clutch pedal with your hand and mea-
suring the distance it moves until you feel
slight resistance. The play in the clutch
pedal should be between the specified val-
ues. If the play is more or less than the
above, or clutch dragging is felt with the
pedal fully depressed, have the clutch
inspected by your MARUTI SUZUKI
dealer.
Fuel Filter
The fuel filter is located on the way of the
fuel hose line under the vehicle body.
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(1) Fuel filter
(2) Fuel inlet hose
(3) Fuel outlet hose
Replace the Fuel Filter
Since special procedures are required, we
recommend you take your vehicle to your
MARUTI SUZUKI dealer for fuel filter
replacement.
CAUTION
After driving the vehicle, the
transaxle oil temperature may be
high enough to burn your skin. Wait
until the oil filler plug is cool enough
to touch with your bare hands before
inspecting transaxle oil.
NOTICE
When tightening the plug, apply the
following sealing compound or
equivalent to the plug threads to pre-
vent oil leakage.
Manual transaxle sealant:
MARUTI SUZUKI Bond No. “1216E”
or “1217G”
EXAMPLE
(1)
(3)
(2)
EXAMPLE

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Fuses in the Engine Compartment
ALTO 800
53M-09-039
Fuses in the Engine Compartment
ALTO K10
53M-09-040
MAIN FUSE / PRIMARY FUSE
(1) – Blank
(2) – Blank
(3) – Blank
(4) – Blank
(5) 50A Ignition switch fuse
(6) 50A Battery1
(7) 15A Headlight (left) fuse
(8) 15A Headlight (right) fuse
(9) – Blank
(10) –
Radiator fan relay
(11) – Blank
(12) –
Blank
(13) – Blank
(14) 80A All electric load
(15) – Blank
(16) – Main relay
(17) 30A Radiator fan fuse
(18) 15A Fuel injection fuse
(19) 10A A/c compressor fuse
(20) – Fuel pump relay
(21) – Blank
(22) – Blank
(23) 30A Battery 2 fuse
MAIN FUSE / PRIMARY FUSE
(1)
—Blank
(2)
—Blank
(3)
10AFont fog light
(4)
—A/c compressor relay
(5) 50A Ignition switch fuse
(6)
50ABattery1
(7) 15A Headlight (left) fuse
(8) 15A Headlight (right) fuse
(9)
—Blank
(10) — Radiator fan relay
(11) — Blank
(12) — Blank
(13) — Blank

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The main fuse, primary fuses and some of
the individual fuses are located in the
engine compartment. If the main fuse
blows, no electrical component will func-
tion. If a primary fuse blows, no electrical
component in the corresponding load
group will function. When replacing the
main fuse, a primary fuse or an individual
fuse, use a Maruti Genuine replacement.
To remove a fuse, use the fuse puller pro-
vided in the fuse box. The amperage of
each fuse is shown in side the fuse box
cover.
60G111
NOTE:
Make sure that the fuse box always carries
spare fuses and fuse puller.
Fuses under the Dash Board
68KH078
ALTO 800
53M-09-043
(14) 80A All electric load
(15) — Blank
(16) — Main relay
(17) 30A Radiator fan fuse
(18) 15A Fuel injection fuse
(19) 10A Air compressor fuse
(20) — Fuel pump relay
(21) 7.5AAutomated Manual Tran-
saxle (if equipped)
(22) 40AAutomated Manual Tran-
saxle pump (if equipped)
(23) 30A Battery 2
WA R N I N G
If the main fuse or a primary fuse
blows, be sure to have your vehicle
inspected by an authorized MARUTI
SUZUKI dealer. Always use a genuine
MARUTI replacement. Never use a
substitute such as a wire even for a
temporary repair, or extensive electri-
cal damage and a fire can result.
EXAMPLE
BLOWNOK
EXAMPLE

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SPECIFICATIONS
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*1: When tire replacement is necessary and if the specified load index and speed rated tire is not available, then use a tire of higher load
index and speed rating.ITEM: Wheels and Tires
ALTO 800 ALTO K10
Tire size, front and rear145/80R12 74S*1 155/65 R13 73S*1
145/80R12 74H*1 155/65 R13 73T*1
145/80R12 74T*1 —
Rim size145/80R12 74S*1: 12 × 3.50B 155/65 R13 73S*1 : 13X4 1/2J
145/80R12 74H*1: 12 × 3.50B 155/65 R13 73T*1 : 13X4 1/2J
145/80R12 74T*1: 12 × 3.50B —
Tire pressuresFor the specified tire pressure, see the Tire Information Label located the driver’s door
lock pillar.
ITEM: Capacities (approx.)
ALTO 800 ALTO K10
Coolant (including reservoir tank) 3.5 L
4.5 L
Fuel tank 35 L35 L
Engine oil 3.0 L (replacement with oil filter)2.8 L (replacement with oil filter)
Transaxle oil 1.5 L
1.45 L