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4-3.
Transmission Oil (Manual / Auto Gear Shift)
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Replace at 1,60,000 km or 10 years whichever comes first
4-4. Automatic Transmission Fluid (Level, Leakage) Replace at 1,65,000 km or 11years whichever comes first
4-5.
Hose, Automatic Transmission Fluid
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Drive shaft
5-1.
Drive shaft boot (boot damage)
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BRAKE
6-1.
Brake Fluid (Level, Leakage)
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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)
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6-4. Brake disc and pad (Wear) – I I I I I I I I I
6-5.
Brake drum and shoes (Wear)
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6-6.Master cylinder, wheel cylinder, caliper piston
(Fluid leakage, boot/seal damage)IIIIIIIIII
6-7.
Brake hoses and pipes (Fluid leakage, damage)
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WHEEL
7-1.
Tires (air pressure, abnormal wear, crack and rotation)
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I&O
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I&O
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I&O
7-2. Wheels (Damage) I I I I I I I I I I
7-3.
Front/Rear wheel bearing (Loose, damage)
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FRONT / REAR SUSPENSION
8-1.
Suspension strut (Oil leakage, damage)
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8-2. Suspension arms / Knuckle support (Loose, damage) – I I I I I I I I I
8-3.
Rear spring (Damage)
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8-4. Shock absorbers (Oil leakage, damage) I I I I I I I I I I
8-5.
All bolts and nuts (Loose)
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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 IInterval: This interval should be judged by odometer reading
or months, whichever comes first.
FREE INSPECTION
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AT COST
km (x1000)
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5
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
months
1
6
12
24
36
48
60
72
84
96
Drive Belt: 1, 2
Engine Oil and Filter: 1, 2
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9-2.
All rods and arms (Loose, damage, wear)
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10-1. Battery electrolyte (Level, leakage) I I I I I I I I I I
ELECTRICAL
10-2. Wiring harness connection (Loose, damage)
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Lightening system (Operation, stains, damage)
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10-4. Horn (Operation) I I I I I I I I I I
10-5.
System Voltage
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BODY
11-1.
All chassis bolts and nuts (Tighten)
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11-2. All latches, hinges and locks (Function)) I I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L
ROAD TEST12-1.
Operation of Brakes, gear shifting and speedometer
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12-2.
Body and chassis noise
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AIR CONDITIONER (If equipped)
13-1.
Check belt tension
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13-2. Tighten compressor mounting bolt
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13-3.
All hose joint (Check, tighten)
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13-4. Check functioning of Recirc flap I I I I I I I I I I
13-5.
Clean condenser with low pressure water
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13-6. Check belt for frayed edges I I I I I I I I I I
13-7.
Check all mounting bolts
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13-8. Air conditioner filter element (if equipped) I I I I R I I R I I
Interval: This interval should be judged by odometer reading
or months, whichever comes first.
FREE INSPECTION
PERIODIC 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
Engine Oil and Filter: 1, 2
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
74LH0-74E
52KM122
For nickel spark plugs (traditional
type):You should inspect spark plugs periodically
for carbon deposits. When carbon accu-
mulates on a spark plug, a strong spark
may not be produced. Remove carbon
deposits with a wire or pin and adjust the
spark plug gap.
To access the spark plugs:
1) Unclamp the air cleaner cover.
2) Remove the engine top cover.
3) If necessary, disconnect the coupler (1)
while pushing the release lever.
4) Remove the igniter bolts.5) Pull the
spark plug boots out.
NOTE:
When installation, make sure the wires,
couplers, sealing rubber of top cover and
washers, are correctly returned in place.
60G102
60G160S54G106
Spark plug gap “a”
1.0 mm +/- 0.05 mm
NOTICE
When disconnecting the spark plug
cables, pull on the boot, not on the
cable itself. Pulling on the cable
can damage it.
When servicing the iridium/plati-
num spark plugs (slender center
electrode type plugs), do not touch
the center electrode, as it is easy to
damage.
NOTICE
When installing the spark plugs,
screw them in with your fingers to
avoid stripping the threads.
Tighten with a torque wrench to
17.5 Nm (1.8 kg-m, 12.916 lb-ft). Do
not allow contaminants to enter the
engine through the spark plug
holes when the plugs are removed.
Never use spark plugs with the
wrong thread size.
NOTICE
When replacing spark plugs, you
should use the brand and type speci-
fied for your vehicle. For the speci-
fied spark plugs, refer to the
“SPECIFICATIONS” section at the
end of this book. If you wish to use a
brand of spark plug other than the
specified plugs, consult your
MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.
Engine Coolant: 1, 2
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74LH0-74E
6) The handle of the A/T fluid dipstick is
colored red for easy identification.
Remove the dipstick, clean it and push
it back in until the cap seats. Then pull
out the dipstick.
7) 7) Check both sides of the dipstick, and
read the lowest level. The fluid level
should be between the two marks in the
“HOT” range on the dipstick.(1) FULL HOT
(2) LOW HOT
(3) The lowest point = Fluid level
8) Add just enough specified fluid through
the dipstick hole to fill the transaxle oil
to the proper level.
Changing Oil
Since special procedures, materials, and
tools are required to change the automatic
transaxle oil, it is recommended that you
trust this job to your authorized MARUTI
SUZUKI dealer.
Fuel Filter (Diesel Engine)
74LHT0703
The fuel filter works as a water sedimentor
as well.
Drain water according to the Periodic
Maintenance Schedule. To drain water:
1) Remove the battery. (Refer to “Battery”
in this section.)
2) Place a pan or ample rag under the fuel
filter drain nozzle.
3) Loosen the drain knob. The water will
be drained.
4) Tighten the drain knob when the water
changes to the diesel fuel.
5) Tighten the drain knob.
Tightening torque for drain knob
1.5 Nm (0.15 kg-m, 1.1 lb-ft)
NOTE:
Trust this job to be carried out at Maruti
Suzuki authorized dealer.
WA R N I N G
Be sure to depress the brake pedal
when moving the gearshift lever, or
the vehicle can move suddenly.
EXAMPLE
(1)(2) (3)(1)
(2)(3)
EXAMPLE
NOTICE
After checking or adding oil, be sure
to insert the dipstick securely.
Air Cleaner: 1, 2
Spark Plugs: 1, 2
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74LH0-74E
Tire Rotation
60G-09-019E
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 on
your vehicle’s Tire Inflation Pressure Label.
Wheel Balancing
If the vehicle vibrates abnormally on
smooth road, have the wheel balanced at
Maruti 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.Tubeless Tires (If equipped)
The vehicle is equipped with Tubeless
Tires. In tubeless tire, a thin layer of butyl
rubber is used for lining the inside of the
tubeless tire. This layer is to prevent air
loss and fulfilling the purpose of tube. The
air pressure is maintained by the sealing
between tire bead and wheel rim. Tubelesstires are having advantage of slow air loss
and preventing sudden deflation while driv-
ing.
Care and maintenance tips for tubeless
tires
1) Always maintain recommended inflation
pressure. Driving continuously at low
inflation pressure can lead to tire dam-
age.
2) In case any leakage is found, check for
any nail penetration/valve core dam-
age or rim bent. Damaged wheel must
not be used.
3) In case tire has run at low pressure, it
must be inspected for any defect.
4) Whenever new tire is fitted, replace the
valve.
5) If continuous high speed driving is
required, increase tires pressure by 5
psi over recommended inflation pres-
sure.
6) Never run the tire beyond TWI (Tread
wear indicator). The tire is recom-
mended to be replaced when the
remaining tread has worn to this point.
The indicators are spaced across the
tread around the tire marked by a trian-
gular symbol (TWI).
7) Always prefer tubeless tire mounting
machine. In case of manual mounting-
tire/wheel rim damage may occur.
8) In case of any problem, please get in
touch with MARUTI SUZUKI Authorized
workshop.
WA R N I N G
Your MARUTI SUZUKI 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 MARUTI
SUZUKI as standard or optional
equipment for your vehicle.
Replacing the wheels and tires
equipped on your vehicle with cer-
tain combinations of after-market
wheels and tires can significantly
change the steering and handling
characteristics of your vehicle.
Therefore, use only those wheel
and tire combinations approved by
MARUTI 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.
Brakes: 6
Steering: 6
Power Steering: 6
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Diesel
The level of the battery solution must be
kept between the “Max” and the “Min” level
lines at all times. If the level is found to be
below the “Min” level line, add distilled
water to bring level between “Max” and
“Min”. You should, however, periodically
check the battery, battery terminals and
battery hold-down bracket for corrosion.
Remove corrosion using a stiff brush and
ammonia mixed with water, or baking soda
mixed with water. After removing corrosion,
rinse with clean water.
If your vehicle is not going to be driven for
a month or longer, disconnect the cable
from the negative terminal of the battery to
help prevent discharge..Replacement of the battery
TYPE 1
51KM038
TYPE 2
51KM039
To remove the battery:
1) Disconnect the negative cable (1).
2) Disconnect the positive cable (2).
For Type 1
3) Remove the retainer nuts (3) and
remove the retainer (4).
For Type 2
3) Remove the bracket bolt (3) and
remove the bracket (4).
4) Remove the battery.
To install the battery:
1) Install the battery in the reverse order of
removal.
2) Tighten the retainer nuts and battery
cables securely.
NOTE:
When the battery is disconnected, some of
the vehicle’s function will be initialized and/
or deactivated.
These function are required to reset after
the battery is reconnected.
EXAMPLE-2
Max
Min
EXAMPLE
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
EXAMPLE
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
EXAMPLE
NOTICE
Ensure that battery should not be
removed without cover assembly.
When the battery is reassembled
into the vehicle, kindly ensure that
battery cover is also installed along
with battery.
Tires: 6
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NOTE:
Do not flex the wiper blade frame end more
than necessary. If you do, it can break off.
54G135
(1) Retainer
4) If the new blade is provided without the
two metal retainers, move them from
the old blade to the new one.
5) Install the new blade in the reverse
order of removal.
Make sure the blade is properly
retained by all the hooks.
6) Reinstall wiper frame to arm in the
reverse order of removal.Windshield Washer Fluid
80JM078
Check that there is washer fluid in the tank.
Refill it if necessary. Use a good quality
windshield washer fluid, diluted with water
as necessary.Air Conditioning SystemIf you do not use the air conditioner for a
long period, such as during winter, it may
not give the best performance when you
start using it again. To help maintain opti-
mum performance and durability of your air
conditioner, it needs to be run periodically.
Operate the air conditioner at least once a
month for one minute with the engine
idling. This circulates the refrigerant and oil
and helps protect the internal components.
Replacement of the Air Conditioner
Filter (if equipped)Since special procedures are required, we
recommend you take your vehicle to your
MARUTI SUZUKI dealer for the air condi-
tioner filter replacement.
74LHM0701
1) To approach the air conditioner filter,
press inward on both side of the grove
box and remove it.
EXAMPLE
WA R N I N G
Do not use “anti-freeze” solution in
the windshield washer reservoir. This
can severely impair visibility when
sprayed on the windshield, and also
damage your vehicle’s paint.
NOTICE
Damage may result if the washer
motor is operated with no fluid in the
washer tank.