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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
54P00-01E
If the coolant level is below “LOW” mark,
more coolant should be added. When the
engine is cool, remove the degassing tank
cap by turning it counterclockwise slowly to
release any pressure. And add coolant
until the degassing tank level reaches
“FULL” mark. Never fill the degassing tank
above “FULL” mark.
Coolant replacement
Since special procedures are required, ask
your authorized SUZUKI dealer for this job.
Air cleaner
If the air cleaner is clogged with dust, there
will be greater intake resistance, resulting
in decreased power output and increased
fuel consumption.
(For gasoline engine model)
61MM0B063
1) Remove the air cleaner inlet hose (1).
2) Remove the bolts (2), loosen the bolt
(3) and lift the air cleaner case (4)
directly above.
61MM0B064
3) Unclamp the side clamps, and remove
the element from the air cleaner case. If
it appears to be dirty, replace it with a
new one.
4) Clamp the side clamps or tighten the
bolts securely.
WA R N I N G
It is hazardous to remove the reser-
voir tank cap (degassing tank cap) for
a diesel engine when the water tem-
perature is high, because scalding
fluid and steam may be blown out
under pressure. Wait until the coolant
temperature has lowered before
removing the cap.
NOTICE
When lifting the air cleaner, check that
the air cleaner does not interfere with
the engine oil dipstick (5) to avoid
damage the dipstick.
(4)(5)
(1) (2)
(3)

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
54P00-01E
To check the gear oil level, use the fol-
lowing procedure:
1) Park the vehicle on a level surface with
the parking brake applied. Then, stop
the engine.
2) Remove the oil filler and level plug.
For the manual transaxle;
3) If gear oil flows from the plug hole, the
oil level is correct. Reinstall the plug. If
gear oil does not flow from the plug
hole, add oil through the filler plug hole
until oil flows a little from the plug hole.
For the transfer and rear differential;
3) Check the inside of the hole with your
finger. If the oil level comes up to the
bottom of the plug hole, the oil level is
correct. If so, reinstall the plug.
4) If the oil level is low, add gear oil
through the oil filler and level plug hole
until the oil level reaches the bottom of
the filler hole, and then reinstall the
plug.
Tightening torque for oil filler and level
plug
Manual transaxle (1) or (2):
21 Nm (2.1 kg-m, 15.5 lb-ft)
Transfer (3) / Rear differential (4):
23 Nm (2.3 kg-m, 17.0 lb-ft)
Gear oil change
Since special procedures, materials and
tools are required, ask your authorized
SUZUKI dealer for this job.
Clutch pedal
Fluid control clutch
61MM0B067
Check the clutch pedal for smooth opera-
tion and clutch fluid level from time to time.
If clutch dragging is felt with the pedal fully
depressed, have the clutch inspected by
your SUZUKI dealer. If the clutch fluid level
is near “MIN” line, fill it up to “MAX” line
with SAE J1704 or DOT4 brake fluid.
CAUTION
After driving the vehicle, the gear oil
temperature may be high enough to
burn you. Wait until the oil filler and
level plug are cool enough to touch
with your bare hands before inspect-
ing gear oil level.
NOTICE
When tightening the plug, apply the
following sealing compound or
equivalent to the plug threads to pre-
vent oil leakage.
SUZUKI Bond No. “1217G”

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
54P00-01E
Tires
80JS025
The front and rear tire pressure specifica-
tions are listed on the tire information label.
Both front and rear tires should have the
specified tire pressure.
Note that the value does not apply to the
compact spare tire, if equipped.
NOTE:
The tire inflation pressure will change due
to changes in atmospheric pressure, tem-
perature or tire temperature when driving.
To reduce the chance that the low tire
pressure warning light (if equipped) will
come on due to normal changes in tem-
perature and atmospheric pressure, it is
important to check and adjust the tire pres-
sures when the tires are cold. If you check
tires after driving, they are warm. Even ifthe tire pressure seems to be good in this
condition, it could fall below the specified
pressure when tires cool down. Also, tires
that are inflated to the specified pressure
in a warm garage may have pressure
below the specification when the vehicle is
driven outside in very cold temperature. If
you adjust the tire pressure in a garage
that is warmer than the outside tempera-
ture, you should add 1 kPa to the recom-
mended cold tire inflation pressure for
every 0.8°C difference between garage
temperature and outside temperature.
Tire inspection
Inspect 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.
EXAMPLE
WA R N I N G
• Air pressures should be checked
when the tires are cold or you may
get inaccurate readings.
• Check the inflation pressure from
time to time while inflating the tire
gradually, until the specified pres-
sure is obtained.
• Never under-inflate or over-inflate
the tires.
Under-inflation can cause unusual
handling characteristics or can
cause the rim to slip on the tire
bead, resulting in an accident or
damage to the tire or rim.
Over-inflation can cause the tire to
burst, resulting in personal injury.
Over-inflation can also cause
unusual handling characteristics
which may result in an accident.

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
54P00-01E
Bulb replacementHeadlights
54P000709
(1) Headlight (high beam)
(2) Headlight (low beam) (if equipped)
80JM071
Open the engine hood. Disconnect the
coupler by pushing the lock release. Turn
the bulb holder counterclockwise and
remove it.
CAUTION
• Light bulbs can be hot enough to
burn your finger right after turning
off lights. This is true especially for
halogen headlight bulbs. Replace
the bulbs after they become cool
enough.
• The headlight bulbs are filled with
pressurized halogen gas. They can
burst and injure you if they are hit
or dropped. Handle them carefully.
• To avoid injury by sharp-edged
parts of the body, wear gloves and
a long-sleeved shirt when replacing
light bulbs.
NOTICE
The oils from your skin may cause a
halogen bulb to overheat and burst
when the lights are on. Grasp a new
bulb with a clean cloth.
NOTICE
Frequent bulb replacement indicates
the need for an inspection of the elec-
trical system. This should be carried
out by your SUZUKI dealer.
(1) (2)
EXAMPLE

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EMERGENCY SERVICE
54P00-01E
Engine trouble: Overheating
The engine could overheat temporarily
under severe driving conditions. If the
engine coolant temperature gauge indi-
cates overheating during driving:
1) Turn off the air conditioner, if equipped.
2) Take the vehicle to a safe place and
park.
3) Run the engine at a normal idle speed
for a few minutes until the indicator is
within the normal, acceptable tempera-
ture range between “H” and “C”.If the temperature indication does not
come down to within the normal, accept-
able range:
1) Turn off the engine and check that the
water pump belt and pulleys are not
damaged or slipping. If any abnormality
is found, correct it.
2) Check the coolant level in the reservoir.
If it is found to be lower than “LOW”
line, check radiator, water pump, radia-
tor hoses and heater hoses for leakage.
If leakage that may cause overheating
is found, do not run the engine until
these problems have been corrected.
3) If leakage is not found, carefully add
coolant to the reservoir and then the
radiator, if necessary. (Refer to “Engine
coolant” in “INSPECTION AND MAIN-
TENANCE” section.)
NOTE:
If engine overheats and you are not sure
what to do, contact your SUZUKI dealer.
79J007
WA R N I N G
If you see or hear escaping steam,
stop the vehicle in a safe place and
immediately turn off the engine to
cool it. Do not open the hood when
steam is present. When the steam
can no longer be seen or heard, open
the hood to see if the coolant is still
boiling. If it is, you must wait until it
stops boiling before you proceed.WA R N I N G
• It is hazardous to remove the radia-
tor cap (or degassing tank cap for a
diesel engine) when the water tem-
perature is high, because scalding
fluid and steam may be blown out
under pressure. The cap should
only be taken off when the coolant
temperature has lowered.
• To help prevent personal injury,
keep hands, tools and clothing
away from the engine cooling fan
and air-conditioner fan (if
equipped). These electric fans can
automatically turn on without warn-
ing.

11-5
SPECIFICATIONS
54P00-01E
ITEM: Recommended fuel / lubricants and capacities (approx.)
Fuel See “FUEL RECOMMENDATION” section. 47 L (10.3 Imp gal)
Engine oil
Gasoline
Except
for
MexicoClassification: ACEA A1/B1, A3/B3, A3/B4, A5/B5
API SL, SM or SN
ILSAC GF-3, GF-4 or GF-5
Viscosity: SAE 0W-203.9 L (6.9 Imp pt)
(replacement with oil filter)
For
MexicoEngine oil with “Starburst” symbol
DieselClassification: ACEA C2
Viscosity: SAE 0W-305.65 L (9.9 Imp pt)
(replacement with oil filter)
Engine coolant
Gasoline
“SUZUKI LLC: Super (Blue) Coolant”5.8 L (10.2 Imp pt)
(including reservoir tank)
Diesel5.5 L (9.7 Imp pt)
(including reservoir tank)
Manual transaxle oil 5M/T
“SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W-80”2.5 L (4.4 Imp pt)
6M/T 2.1 L (3.7 Imp pt)
Transfer oil 4WD “SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W-85” 0.93 L (1.6 Imp pt)
Rear differential oil 4WD “SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W-85” 0.8 L (1.4 Imp pt)
Brake fluid / Clutch fluid
SAE J1704 or DOT4Refill to the proper oil level according
to the instructions in “INSPECTION
AND MAINTENANCE” section.

13-1
INDEX
13
54P00-01E
INDEX
Symbols
“ENG A-STOP OFF” light .................................................. 2-101
“ENG A-STOP” indicator light .......................................... 2-101
Numerics
4WD warning light ............................................................... 2-98
A
Accelerator pedal................................................................. 3-12
Accessory socket .................................................................. 5-8
Adding coolant..................................................................... 7-27
AIR BAG light .............................................................. 2-51, 2-93
Air cleaner ............................................................................ 7-28
Air conditioning system ...................................................... 7-59
AM/FM CD PLAYER ............................................................. 5-40
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ................................... 3-75, 3-77
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ..................... 2-91
Anti-theft feature .................................................................. 5-83
Assist grips .......................................................................... 5-11
Audio system ....................................................................... 5-40
Automatic headlight leveling system warning light ......... 2-97
Automatic heating and air conditioning system
(climate control) ................................................................... 5-32
Automatic light operation ................................................. 2-104
Average fuel consumption.................................................. 2-67
Average speed ..................................................................... 2-67
B
Battery .................................................................................. 7-39
Battery replacement ................................................... 2-14, 7-39
Bluetooth
® audio ................................................................. 5-78
Bluetooth® hands-free......................................................... 5-70Brake assist system............................................................. 3-75
Brake fluid............................................................................. 7-33
Brake pedal ..................................................................3-12, 7-34
Brake system warning light ................................................ 2-90
Brakes ................................................................................... 7-33
Braking .................................................................................. 3-74
Brightness control ............................................................... 2-65
Built date ............................................................................... 12-1
Bulb replacement ................................................................. 7-45
C
Cargo net hooks ................................................................... 5-17
Catalytic converter ................................................................. 4-1
Central door locking system ................................................. 2-3
Changing engine oil and filter............................................. 7-23
Changing wheels.................................................................... 8-4
Charging light ....................................................................... 2-93
Chassis serial number ......................................................... 10-1
Child restraint ..............................................................2-40, 12-1
Child restraint system ......................................................... 2-40
Child restraint systems ....................................................... 2-37
Child-proof locks (rear door) ................................................ 2-5
Clock ............................................................................2-67, 5-15
Clutch pedal.................................................................3-12, 7-32
Coat hooks............................................................................ 5-11
Compact spare tire............................................................... 7-38
Coolant level check.............................................................. 7-27
Coolant replacement............................................................ 7-28
Corrosion prevention............................................................. 9-1
Cruise control ....................................................................... 3-42
Cup holder and storage area .............................................. 5-13

13-2
INDEX
54P00-01E
D
Daily inspection checklist ..................................................... 3-1
Daytime running light (D.R.L.) system............................. 2-107
Dead lock system .................................................................. 2-4
Diesel engine.......................................................................... 1-2
Diesel particulate filter (DPF
®)............................................ 3-18
Diesel particulate filter (DPF®) warning light .................. 2-101
Door locks .............................................................................. 2-2
Drive belt .............................................................................. 7-20
Driver’s seat belt reminder light / Front passenger’s
seat belt reminder light ....................................................... 2-93
Driving on hills ....................................................................... 4-3
Driving on slippery roads ..................................................... 4-4
Driving range........................................................................ 2-67
E
Electric mirrors .................................................................... 2-20
Electric power steering light............................................... 2-95
Electric window controls .................................................... 2-17
Electronic stability program (ESP
®)................................... 3-76
Emergency locking retractor (ELR) ................................... 2-30
ENG A-STOP system (engine auto stop start system)..... 3-29
Engine coolant ..................................................................... 7-26
Engine hood ........................................................................... 5-2
Engine oil and filter .................................................... 7-20, 12-4
Engine oil consumption ........................................................ 3-2
Engine serial number .......................................................... 10-1
Engine switch......................................................................... 3-5
Engine trouble: Flooded engine ......................................... 8-11
Engine trouble: Overheating .............................................. 8-12
Engine trouble: Starter does not operate .......................... 8-11
ESP
® OFF indicator light............................................ 2-92, 3-78ESP
® OFF switch ................................................................. 3-78
ESP® warning light .....................................................2-91, 3-78
Exhaust gas warning ............................................................. 3-1
F
Flat tire repair kit .................................................................... 8-5
Floor mats ............................................................................. 5-16
Fluid control clutch .............................................................. 7-32
FM/LW/MW CD player .......................................................... 5-40
Folding rear seats ................................................................ 2-26
Footrest ................................................................................. 5-15
Footwell lights ........................................................................ 5-6
For Australia ......................................................................... 12-1
For European countries, Mexico and South Africa........... 12-5
For Mexico ............................................................................ 12-3
Four-mode 4WD system ...................................................... 3-23
Frame hooks ......................................................................... 5-20
Front air bags ....................................................................... 2-51
Front bottle holder ............................................................... 5-14
Front cup holders................................................................. 5-14
Front fog light ....................................................................... 7-47
Front fog light switch......................................................... 2-107
Front passenger air bag deactivation system ................... 2-60
Front position light .............................................................. 7-46
Front seat back pocket ........................................................ 5-14
Front seat heater .................................................................. 2-23
Front seats ............................................................................ 2-21
Front turn signal light .......................................................... 7-46
Fuel consumption ................................................................ 10-2
Fuel filler cap .......................................................................... 5-1
Fuel filter (diesel engine) ..................................................... 7-33
Fuel filter warning light (for diesel engine model) .......... 2-100