2017 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA steering

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
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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 appear
on 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 tires
show abnormal wear, have them
inspected by your SUZUKI dealer.4) Check for loose wheel bolts.
5) Check that there are no nails, stones or
other objects sticking into the tires.
EXAMPLECAUTION
Hitting curbs and running over rocks
can damage tires and affect wheel
alignment. Have tires and wheel
alignment checked periodically by
your SUZUKI dealer.
WA R N I N G
• Your SUZUKI vehicle is equipped
with tires which are all the same
type and size. This is important to
ensure proper steering and han-
dling of the vehicle. Never mix tires
of different size or type on the four
wheels of your vehicle. The size
and type of tires used should be
only those approved by SUZUKI as
standard or optional equipment for
your 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 handling
characteristics of your vehicle.
• Therefore, use only those wheel
and tire combinations approved by
SUZUKI as standard or optional
equipment for your vehicle.
NOTICE
Replacing the original tires with tires
of a different size may result in false
speedometer or odometer readings.
Check with your SUZUKI dealer
before purchasing replacement tires
that differ in size from the original
tires.
NOTICE
For 4WD models, replacing a tire with
one of a different size, or using differ-
ent brands among the four tires can
result in damage to the drive train.

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
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NOTE:
Check that the fuse box always carries
spare fuses.
Fuses under dashboard
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61MM0B071
NOTE:
To approach the fuses, remove the screws
and remove the cover (1).
68LM701
WA R N I N G
If the main fuse or a primary fuse
blows, have your vehicle inspected
by an authorized SUZUKI dealer.
Always use a genuine SUZUKI
replacement. Never use a substitute
such as a wire even for a temporary
repair, or extensive electrical damage
and a fire can result.
EXAMPLE
BLOWNOK
EXAMPLE
(1)
PRIMARY FUSE
(1) 30 A Seat belt
(2) 20 A Power window timer
(3) 15 A Steering lock
(4) 20 A Rear defogger
(5) 20 A Sunroof
(6) 10 A DRL
(7) 10 A Heated mirror
(8) 7.5 A Starting signal
(9) 15 A Accessory socket 2
(10) 30 A Power window
(11) 10 A Hazard
(1)
(12)(10)
(13)
(36) (2) (3)
(4)
(5)(6)
(7) (8)(9)
(11) (14) (15)
(16) (17) (18) (19) (20) (21) (22)
(23) (24) (25) (26) (27) (28) (29)
(30) (31) (32) (33) (34) (35)

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
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61MM0B078
(3) Removal
(4) Installation
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 the
front position light (2), simply pull out or
push in the bulb.
Front fog light (if equipped)
1) Start the engine. Turn the steering
wheel to the opposite side of the fog
light to be replaced to replace the bulb
easily. Then turn off the engine.
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2) Remove the screws (1).
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3) Remove the clips (2) by prying them off
with a flat-bladed screwdriver as shown
in the illustration.
(2)
(1) (3)
(4)
EXAMPLE
(1)
EXAMPLE
(2)
EXAMPLE

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
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1) Start the engine. Turn the steering
wheel to the opposite side of the fog
light to be replaced the bulb easily.
Then turn off the engine.
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2) Remove the screws (1).
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3) Remove the clips (2) by prying them off
with a flat-bladed screwdriver as shown
in the illustration.
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4) Remove the end of the front fender
splash guard (3), and open the end of
the cover (4) inside the fender.(1)
EXAMPLE
(2)
EXAMPLE
(3)(4)
EXAMPLE

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EMERGENCY SERVICE
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Towing
If you need to have your vehicle towed,
contact a professional service. Your dealer
can provide you with detailed towing
instructions.
2-wheel drive (2WD) manual tran-saxle
Manual transaxle vehicles may be towed
using either of the following methods.
1) From the front, with the front wheels
lifted and the rear wheels on the
ground. Before towing, check that the
parking brake is released.
2) From the rear, with the rear wheels
lifted and the front wheels on the
ground, provided the steering and
drivetrain are in operational condition.
Before towing, check that transaxle is in
neutral, the steering wheel is unlocked
(vehicle without keyless push start sys-
tem - the ignition key should be in
“ACC” position) (vehicle with keyless
push start system - the ignition mode is
“ACC”), and the steering wheel is
secured with a clamping device
designed for towing service.
4-wheel drive (4WD)
Your vehicle should be towed under one of
the following conditions:
1) With all four wheels on a flat-bed truck.
2) With the front or rear wheels lifted and a
dolly under the other wheels.
WA R N I N G
For vehicles equipped with the radar
brake support system, if your vehicle
is towed with the engine on, press
radar brake support OFF switch and
turn off the radar brake support sys-
tem. If not, unexpected accidents
related to the system being turned on
may occur.
NOTICE
Observe the following instructions
when towing your vehicle.
• To help avoid damage to your vehi-
cle during towing, proper equip-
ment and towing procedures must
be used.
• Using the frame hook, tow your
vehicle on paved roads for short
distances at low speed.
NOTICE
The steering column is not strong
enough to withstand shocks trans-
mitted from the front wheels during
towing. Always unlock the steering
wheel before towing.

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INDEX
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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

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INDEX
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Replacing tires and/or wheels ............................................ 3-91
Reversing light ..................................................................... 7-52
Roof rails or roof rack anchors .......................................... 5-19
Running-in .............................................................................. 4-1
S
Seat adjustment .......................................................... 2-21, 2-24
Seat belt inspection ............................................................. 2-37
Seat belt pretensioner system............................................ 2-48
Seat belt reminder ............................................................... 2-34
Seat belt warning ................................................................. 12-3
Seat belts and child restraint systems .............................. 2-28
Seat height adjustment lever .............................................. 2-22
Seat position adjustment lever........................................... 2-22
Seatback angle adjustment lever .............................. 2-22, 2-25
Selection of coolant............................................................. 7-26
Selection of ignition modes .................................................. 3-7
Setting mode ........................................................................ 2-71
Shopping hook..................................................................... 5-16
Shoulder anchor height adjuster ....................................... 2-36
Side air bags and side curtain air bags ............................. 2-55
Side door locks ...................................................................... 2-2
Side turn signal light ........................................................... 7-46
Spark plugs .......................................................................... 7-29
SPECIFICATIONS................................................................. 11-1
Specified oil................................................................. 7-20, 12-4
Speed limiter ........................................................................ 3-45
Speedometer ........................................................................ 2-64
Stability control system ...................................................... 3-77
Starting engine
(vehicle with keyless push start system) .......................... 3-14Starting engine
(vehicle without keyless push start system) ..................... 3-12
Steering ................................................................................. 7-35
Stuck vehicle .......................................................................... 4-5
Sun visor ................................................................................. 5-4
Sunroof ................................................................................... 5-9
Supplemental restraint system (air bags).......................... 2-50
T
Tachometer ........................................................................... 2-64
Tailgate.................................................................................... 2-5
Temperature gauge .............................................................. 2-65
Temporary-use spare tire (compact spare tire)................. 12-1
Theft deterrent alarm system .............................................. 12-5
Theft deterrent light ............................................................. 2-16
Thermometer ........................................................................ 2-67
Tilt/telescoping steering lock lever .................................. 2-114
Tire chains .............................................................................. 4-4
Tire changing tool .................................................................. 8-1
Tire inspection...................................................................... 7-36
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) .......................... 3-83
Tire rotation .......................................................................... 7-38
Tires....................................................................................... 7-36
Towing................................................................................... 8-10
Traction control system ...................................................... 3-77
Trailer hitch installation points ............................................. 6-5
Trailer towing.......................................................................... 6-1
Transfer oil............................................................................ 7-30
Trip meter.............................................................................. 2-71
Turn signal control lever ................................................... 2-108
Turn signal indicators.......................................................... 2-98
Turn signal operation ........................................................ 2-109