2017 SUZUKI SWIFT Owners Manual

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Trim Partition (if equipped)Luggage Compartment Light
(if equipped)
71LMT0505
When you open the tailgate with the lug-
gage compartment light switch in the “ON”
position (1), the light comes on andremains on as long as you keep the tail-
gate open.
When the luggage compartment light
switch is in the “OFF” position (2), the light
remains off regardless of whether the tail-
gate is opened or closed.
Trunk Light (if equipped)
74LHM0501
When you open the trunk lid, the trunk light
comes on and remains on as long as you
keep the lid open.
Accessory Socket (if
equipped)Front
74LHT0517
Rear
60MK061
This socket can be used to provide 12 volt/
120 watt power for electrical accessories.
WA R N I N G
Do not carry items on top of the Trim
partition cover, even if they are small
and light. Objects on top of the cover
could be thrown about in an accident,
causing injury, or could obstruct the
driver’s rear view.EXAMPLE
(1) (2)
CAUTION
Do not leave the tailgate open with
the luggage compartment light
switch in the “ON” position for a long
time, or the battery will discharge.
NOTICE
Do not leave the trunk lid open for a
long time, or the battery will dis-
charge.
NOTICE
Use of inappropriate electrical acces-
sories can cause damage to your
vehicle’s electrical system. Make
sure that any electrical accessories
you use are designed to plug into this
type of socket.EXAMPLEEXAMPLE

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AUX/USB Socket (if equipped)
74LHT0518
Connect your portable digital music player,
etc. to this socket to enjoy music through
the vehicle’s audio system using it as a
source. Refer to “Audio System” in the
“OTHER CONTROL AND EQUIPMENT”
section.Assist Grips
54G249
Assist grips are provided for passenger
convenience.Assist grips is not provided on driver seat.
Glove Box
74LHT0519
To open the glove box, pull the latch lever.
To close it, push the lid until it latches
securely.Cup Holder and Storage Area (if
equipped)
Front
74LHT0520
Passenger side
74LHT0529
To use the cup holder, push it. The cup
holder slides out automatically. After using
the holder, push it back to return it.Rear
74LHT0527
The storage area is provided in the center
console.
NOTICE
To avoid damaging the assist grip
and the molded headlining, do not
hang down the assist grip.EXAMPLE
WA R N I N G
Never drive with the glove box lid
open. It could cause injury if an acci-
dent occurs.
EXAMPLE

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Bottle holder
Front
74LHT0522
Rear
68LM542
You should hold a bottle with a cap in the
holder.
Front Seat Back Pocket
(if equipped)
74LHT0535
This pocket is provided for holding light
and soft things such as gloves, newspa-
pers or magazines.
Floor Mats (if equipped)
74LHT0534
To prevent the driver’s side floor mat from
sliding forward and possibly interfering with
the operation of the pedals, genuine
MARUTI SUZUKI floor mats are recom-
mended.
Whenever you put the driver’s side floor
mat back in the vehicle after it has been
removed, be sure to hook the floor mat
grommets to the fasteners and position the
floor mat properly in the footwell.
When you replace the floor mats in your
vehicle with a different type such as all-
weather floor mats, we highly recommend
using genuine MARUTI SUZUKI floor mats
for proper fitting.
CAUTION
Do not use the cup holder to hold
cups containing hot liquids, or sharp-
edged, hard or breakable objects.
Objects in the cup holder may be
thrown about during a sudden stop
or impact, and could cause personal
injury.EXAMPLEEXAMPLE
CAUTION
Do not put hard or breakable objects
in the pocket. If an accident occurs,
objects such as bottles, cans, etc.
can injure the occupants in the rear
seat.EXAMPLE
EXAMPLE

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Shopping Hook (if equipped)The shopping hooks are located on the
both sides of the luggage compartment.
You can hang the shopping bag or other
suitable objects on the hook.
This hook is not designed for large or
heavy items.Rear
74LHT0524
Luggage Area Cover (if equipped)
74LHT0525
Luggage or other cargo placed in the lug-
gage area is hidden from view by a lug-
gage area cover.
Frame Hooks Front
63J117
The towing hook (1) is provided on the
front of the vehicle for use in emergency
situations only.
To install the hook (1), follow the procedure
below.
WA R N I N G
Failure to take the following precau-
tions may result in the driver’s side
floor mat interfering with the pedals
and causing a loss of vehicle control
or an accident.
Make sure that the floor mat grom-
mets are hooked to the fasteners.
Never place additional floor mats
on top of the existing floor mats.
NOTICE
To avoid breaking the hook, do not
hang items heavier than following
weight.
Shopping hook: 2 kg (4.4 Ibs)
EXAMPLEEXAMPLE
WA R N I N G
Do not carry items on top of the lug-
gage area cover, even if they are
small and light. Objects on top of the
cover could be thrown about in an
accident, causing injury, or could
obstruct the driver’s rear view.
NOTICE
To avoid damaging the luggage area
cover:
Do not push down on it or lean on it
Handle it carefully when installing
or removing.
(1)
EXAMPLE

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(with spare tyre)
74LHT0528
1) Pick up the towing hook (1), jack handle
(A) and wheel brace (B) kept in the stor-
age bag under the spare tyre in the lug-
gage compartment
68LM546
2) Remove the cover (C) by using a jack
handle (A) covered with a soft cloth as
shown in the illustration.
63J120
3) Install the towing hook (1) by hand.
62J161
4) To tighten the towing hook (1), turn it
clockwise by using a wheel brace (B)
until the hook (1) is securely installed.To remove the towing hook (1), reverse the
procedure used to install the towing hook.
Rear
68LM547
The frame hook (2) is provided on the rear
of the vehicle for use in emergency situa-
tions and trailer/train shipping purposes
only.
To tow your vehicle on the road or highway,
follow the instruction of “Towing” in “EMER-
GENCY SERVICE” section.
(1)(A)(B)
(C)
(A)
EXAMPLE
NOTICE
When you use the towing hook (1),
avoid the driving that gives signifi-
cant physical shock on hook. Such
operation can damage the hook, or
the vehicle body.
Do not sudden accelerate.
(1)
EXAMPLE
(1)
(B)
EXAMPLE
NOTICE
When you use the frame hook (2),
avoid the driving that gives signifi-
cant physical shock on hook. Such
operation can damage the hook, the
vehicle body or the drive system.
Do not sudden accelerate.
Do not tow the vehicle heavier
than your vehicle.
(2)
EXAMPLE

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Other Hooks
74LHT0536
The hooks (3) (if equipped) is provided for
trailer/train shipping purposes only. The
hooks (4) are provided for sea shipping-
purpose only.
Luggage Carpet Hook (if equipped)The hook (1) is provided in the luggage
compartment area to hang the luggage
carpet.
WA R N I N G
Do not use the frame hooks to tow
another vehicle or to have your vehi-
cle towed on the road or highway.
The hook (1) is designed for use in
emergency situations only, such as if
your vehicle or another vehicle gets
stuck in deep mud or snow. The hook
(2) is designed for use in emergency
situations and trailer/train shipping
only.
The hooks (3) (if equipped) is pro-
vided for trailer/train shipping pur-
poses only. The hooks (4) are
provided for sea shipping purpose
only.
(4)(3)
EXAMPLE
NOTICE
Never use the hooks (1) for trailer/
train shipping and sea shipping pur-
poses to prevent damage to the vehi-
cle.
(1)
EXAMPLE

VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING
VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING
Vehicle Loading ................................................................... 6-1
Trailer Towing ...................................................................... 6-1
Vehicle/Trailer Loading ....................................................... 6-2
Additional Trailer Towing Warnings .................................. 6-3
Towing Your Vehicle ........................................................... 6-4
Towing Instruction Table .................................................... 6-4
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Vehicle LoadingYour vehicle was designed for specific
weight capacities. The weight capacities of
your vehicle are indicated by the Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR, front
and rear). The GVWR and GAWR (front
and rear) are listed in the “SPECIFICA-
TIONS” section.
GVWR – Maximum permissible overall
weight of the fully loaded vehicle (including
all the occupants, accessories and cargo
plus the trailer nose weight if towing a
trailer).
GAWR – (Front and Rear) Maximum per-
missible 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 GAWR (front and rear). If the gross
vehicle weight or the load on either axle
exceeds these ratings, you must remove
enough weight to bring the load down to
the rated capacity.
Trailer TowingYour MARUTI SUZUKI was originally
designed to carry people and a normal
amount of cargo, not to tow a trailer.
MARUTI SUZUKI does not recommend
you use your vehicle to tow a trailer. Tow-
ing a trailer can adversely affect handling,
durability,
Some countries have regulations which
specifically allow trailer towing up to a
specified maximum trailer weight (regis-
tered or statutory towing capacity, which-
ever is smaller); vehicles sold in these
countries can be used to tow a light trailer,
provided the trailer does not exceed the
maximum trailer weight specified in the
country’s regulations.
If you use your MARUTI SUZUKI to tow a
trailer, you should always observe the
requirements and recommendations in this
section. If you intend to tow a trailer, it is
essential to select a trailer and trailer tow-
ing equipment which are compatible. A
reputable towing specialist can help you.
and fuel economy.
WA R N I N G
Never overload your vehicle. The
gross vehicle weight (sum of the
weights of the vehicle, all the occu-
pants, accessories, cargo plus trailer
nose weight if towing a trailer) must
never exceed the Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR). In addition,
never distribute a load so that the
weight on either the front or rear axle
exceeds the Gross Axle Weight Rat-
ing (GAWR).
WA R N I N G
Always distribute cargo evenly. To
avoid personal injury or damage to
your vehicle, always secure cargo to
prevent it from shifting if the vehicle
moves 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.
NOTICE
Trailer towing puts additional stress
on the engine, drive train, and brakes
of your vehicle. Never tow a trailer
during the first 960 km (600 miles) of
vehicle operation.
Vehicle Loading: 11
Trailer Towing: 5, 11