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GENERAL INFORMATION
53MH0-74E
Vehicle Identification
Chassis Serial Number
53M-12-001
The chassis and/or engine serial numbers
are used to register the vehicle. They are
also used to assist your dealer when order-
ing or referring to special service informa-
tion. Whenever you have occasion to
consult your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer,
remember to identify your vehicle with this
number. Should you find the number diffi-
cult to read, you will also find it on the iden-
tification plate.
Engine Serial Number
ALTO 800
53M-12-002
ALTO K10
53M-12-003
The engine serial number is stamped on
the cylinder block as shown in the illustra-
tion. 
         
        
        
     
        
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SPECIFICATIONS
53MH0-74E
ITEM: Engine
ALTO 800 ALTO K10
Ty p e F 8 D K 1 0 B
Number of cylinders 3 3
Bore 68.5 mm 73 mm
Stroke 72.0 mm 79.5 mm
Piston displacement 796 cm
3 (796 cc) 998 cm3 (998 cc)
Compression ratio 10.95 ± 0.4 : 1
11 ± 0.4 : 1
ITEM: Electrical
                            ALTO 800 ALTO K10
Standard spark plug Nickel plug NGK DCPR7E, BOSCH YR7DC
NGK, KR6A-10 
Battery 12V 34B1912V 34B19
Fuses See “INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE” section. 
         
        
        
     
        
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SPECIFICATIONS
53MH0-74E
*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