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Vehicle Loading
Your vehicle was designed for specific weight capacities. The weight capacities ofyour vehicle are indicated by the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Permissible maximum Axle Weight (PAW,front and rear). The GVWR and PAW (front and rear) are listed in the “SPECIFICA- TIONS” section.
GVWR – Maximum permissible overall weight of the fully loaded vehicle (includingall the occupants, accessories and cargo plus the trailer nose weight if towing a trailer).PAW – (Front and Rear) Maximum permis- sible weight on an individual axle.
Actual weight of the loaded vehicle and actual loads at the front and rear axles can only be determined by weighing the vehi-cle. Compare these weights to the GVWR and PAW (front and rear). If the gross vehi- cle weight or the load on either axleexceeds these ratings, you must remove enough weight to bring the load down to the rated capacity.
Trailer Towing
Your MARUTI SUZUKI was originallydesigned to carry people and a normal amount of cargo, not to tow a trailer.MAR- UTI SUZUKI does not recommend you useyour vehicle to tow a trailer. Towing a trailer can adversely affect handling, durability, and fuel economy.
Towing Your Vehicle
Your vehicle may be towed behind anothervehicle (such as a motorhome), providedyour vehicle is 2 wheel drive (2WD) and you use the proper towing method speci- fied for your vehicle. The towing methodyou must use depends on the specifica- tions of your vehicle: whether it is a manual transaxle vehicle or an Auto Gear Shiftvehicle.
Use the towing instruction table to select the proper towing method for your vehicle, and carefully follow the corresponding instructions. Be sure to use proper towingequipment designed for recreational tow- ing and make sure that towing speed does not exceed 90 km/h (55 mph).
WA R N I N G
Never overload your vehicle. Thegross vehicle weight (sum of theweights of the vehicle, all the occu- pants, accessories, cargo plus trailer nose weight if towing a trailer) mustnever exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). In addition, never distribute a load so that theweight on either th e front or rear axle exceeds the Permissible maximum Axle Weight (PAW).
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Always distribute cargo evenly. Toavoid personal injury or damage to your vehicle, always secure cargo to prevent it from shifting if the vehiclemoves suddenly. Place heavier objects on the floor and as far for- ward in the cargo area as possible.Never pile cargo higher than the top of the seat backs.
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When you tow your vehicle, follow the instructions below to avoid acci-dents and damage to your vehicle. In addition, be sure to observe govern- ment and local requirements regard-ing vehicle lighting and trailer hitches or tow bars.
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A safety chain should always be used when you tow your vehicle.
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TOWING INSTRUCTION TABLE
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A: 2WD VEHICLES WITH MANUAL TRANSAXLE OR AUTO GEAR SHIFT 1) Secure the front wheels on a towingdolly according to the instructions pro- vided by the dolly manufacturer. 2) Release the parking brake.
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B: 2WD VEHICLES WITH MANUAL TRANSAXLE OR AUTO GEAR SHIFT 1) Shift the gearshift lever into neutral. 2) Turn the ignition key to the
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Interval: This interval should be judged by odometer reading or months, whichever comes first.
FREE INSPECTIONPERIODIC MAINTENANCE AT COST
km (x1000) 1 5 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
months 1 6 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
4-4. Transmission Oil (Level, Leakage)Replace at 1,60,000 km or 10 years whichever comes first
Drive shaft
5-1.Drive shaft boot (boot cut / damage)-lllllllll
5-2. Noise from drive shafts I I I I I I I I I I
BRAKE
6-1. Brake Fluid (Level, Leakage) I I I R I R I R I R
6-2. Brake pedal (pedal - carpet clearance) I I I I I I I I I I
6-3. Parking brake lever and cable (Play, damage) I I I I I I I I I I
6-4. Brake disc and pad (Wear) – I I I I I I I I I
6-5.Brake drum and shoes (Wear) – – I I I I I I I I
6-6. Master cylinder and wheel cylinder or caliper, brake hoses and pipes (Fluid leakage, damage) IIIIIIIIII
WHEEL
7-1. Tyres (air pressure, abnormal wear, crack and rotation) II&O I&OI&OI&OI&OI&OI&O I&OI&O
7-2. Wheels (Damage) I I I I I I I I I I
7-3. Front/Rear wheel bearing (Loose, damage) –I I I I I I I I I
FRONT / REAR SUSPENSION
8-1. Suspension strut (Oil leakage, damage) I I I I I I I I I I
8-2. Suspension arms / Knuckle supp ort (Loose, damage) – I I I I I I I I I
8-3. Rear spring (Damage) – I I I I I I I I I
8-4. Shock absorbers (Oil leakage, damage) I I I I I I I I I I
8-5.All bolts and nuts (Loose)– T T T T T T T T T
8-6. Suspension arms and torsion rods – I I I I I I I I I
STEERING 9-1.Steering wheel (Play, loose) I I I I I I I I I I
9-2. All rods and arms (Loose, damage, wear) I I I I I I I I I I
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NOTE: When measuring the distance between the brake pedal and floor wall, be sure not toinclude the floor mat or rubber on the floor wall in your measurement.
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Parking Brake
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Ratchet tooth speci fication “b”: 4th – 9th Lever pull force (1): 200 N (20 kg, 45 lbs)
Check the parking brake for proper adjust- ment by counting the number of clicksmade by the ratchet teeth as you slowly pull up on the parking brake lever to the point of full engagement. The parkingbrake lever should stop between the speci- fied ratchet teeth and the rear wheels should be securely locked. If the parkingbrake is not properly adjusted or the brakes drag after the lever has been fully released, have the parking brake inspectedand/or adjusted by your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.
Steering
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Steering wheel play “c”: 0 – 30 mm (0.0 – 1.2 in.)
Check the play of the steering wheel by gently turning it from left to right and mea-suring the distance that it moves before you feel slight resistance. The play should be between the specified values.
Check that the steering wheel turns easily and smoothly without rattling by turning itall the way to the right and to the left while driving very slowly in an open area. If the amount of free play is outside the specifi-cation or you find anything else to be wrong, an inspection must be performed by your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.
WA R N I N G
If you experience any of the following problems with your vehicle’s brake system, have the vehicle inspectedimmediately by your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer. • Poor braking performance• Uneven braking (brakes not work- ing uniformly on all wheels.) • Excessive pedal travel• Brake dragging • Excessive noise • Pedal pulsation (pedal pulsateswhen depressed.)
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Tires
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The front and rear tire pressure specifica- tions for your vehicle are listed on the TireInformation Label. Both the front and rear tires should have the specified tire pres- sure.Note that the value does not apply to the compact spare tire, if equipped.
Tire InspectionInspect your vehicle’s tires at least once a month by performing the following checks:
1) Measure the air pressure with a tire gauge. Adjust the pressure if neces- sary. Remember to check the spare tire, too.
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(1) Tread wear indicator(2) Indicator location mark
2) Check that the depth of the tread groove is more than 1.6 mm (0.06 in.).To help you check this, the tires have molded-in tread wear indicators in the grooves. When the indicators appearon the tread surface, the remaining depth of the tread is 1.6 mm (0.06 in.) or less and the tire should be replaced.3) Check for abnormal wear, cracks and damage. Any tires with cracks or other damage should be replaced. If any tiresshow abnormal wear, have them inspected by your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.
4) Check for loose wheel nuts. 5) Check that there are no nails, stones orother objects sticking into the tires.
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WA R N I N G
• Air pressures should be checkedwhen the tires are cold or you mayget inaccurate readings. • Check the inflation pressure from time to time whil e inflating the tire gradually, until the specified pres- sure is obtained. • Never under inflate or over inflatethe tires. Under inflation can cause unusual handling characteristics or cancause the rim to slip on the tire bead, resulting in an accident or damage to the tire or rim.• Overinflation can cause the tire to burst, resulting in personal injury. Overinflation can also causeunusual handling characteristics which may result in an accident.
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CAUTION
Hitting curbs and running over rocks can damage tires and affect wheelalignment. Be sure to have tires and wheel alignment checked periodi- cally by your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.
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Tire Rotation
5-tire rotation and 4-tire rotation
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To avoid uneven wear of your tires and to prolong their life, rotate the tires as illus- trated. Tires should be rotated as men-tioned in periodic maintenance schedule. After rotation, adjust front and rear tire pressures to the specification listed onyour vehicle’s Tire Information Label.
Wheel Balancing
If the vehicle vibrates abnormally on smooth road, have the wheel balanced atMARUTI SUZUKI Authorized Workshop
Wheel Alignment
In case of abnormal tire wear or pulling towards one side, have the wheel aligned at MARUTI SUZUKI Authorized Workshop.
BatteryWA R N I N G
• This is important to ensure propersteering and handling of the vehi-cle. Never mix tires of different size or type on the four wheels of your vehicle. The size and type of tiresused should be only those approved by MARUTI SUZUKI as standard or optional equipment foryour vehicle. • Replacing the wheels and tires equipped on your vehicle with cer-tain combinations of aftermarket wheels and tires can significantly change the steering and handlingcharacteristics of your vehicle. • Therefore, use only those wheel and tire combinations approved byMARUTI SUZUKI as standard or optional equipment for your vehi- cle.
NOTICE
Replacing the original tires with tires of a different size may result in false speedometer or odometer readings.
WA R N I N G
• Batteries produce flammable hydrogen gas. Keep flames and sparks away from the battery or an explosion may occur. Never smokewhen working in the vicinity of the battery. • When checking or servicing thebattery, disconnect the negative cable. Be careful not to cause a short circuit by allowing metalobjects to contact the battery posts and the vehicle at the same time. • To avoid harm to yourself or dam-age to your vehicl e or battery, fol- low the jump starting instructions in the “EMERGENCY SERVICE”section of this manual if it is neces- sary to jump start your vehicle.
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(4) Removal (5) Install
3) To remove and install the bulb of the turn signal light (3), simply pull out orpush in the bulb.
Front Turn Signal Light (1)
Front Position Light (2)
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1) Open the engine hood. To remove the bulb holder of the front turn signal light (1) or the front position light (2) from thelight housing, turn the holder counter- clockwise and pull it out.
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(3) Removal(4) Install
2) To remove the bulb of the front turn sig- nal light (1) from the bulb holder, push in the bulb and turn it counterclockwise.To install a new bulb, push it in and turn it clockwise. To remove and install the bulb of thefront position light (2), simply pull out or push in the bulb.
Front Fog Light (if equipped)
1) Start the engine. Turn the steeringwheel to the opposite side of the replac- ing fog light to replace the bulb easily.Then turn off the engine.
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2) Remove the clips (1) by prying it off witha flat blade screwdriver as shown in theillustration.
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EMERGENCY SERVICETire Changing Tool ............................................................. 8-1
Jacking Instructions ........................................................... 8-1
Changing Wheels ................................................................ 8-3
Jump Starting Instructions ................................................ 8-4
Towing .................................................................................. 8-5
If the Starter Does Not Operate .......................................... 8-6
If the Engine is Flooded ...................................................... 8-6
If the Engine Overheats ...................................................... 8-6