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When the low fuel warning light (1) comes
on, a ding sounds once to remind you to fill
the fuel.
If you do not fill the fuel, a ding sounds
every time when the ignition switch is
turned to “ON” position.
NOTE:
The activation point of the low fuel warning
light (1) varies depending on road condi-
tions (for example, slope or curve) and
driving conditions because of fuel moving
in the tank.
The mark (2) indicates that the fuel filler
door is located on the left side of the vehi-
cle.
Temperature Gauge
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When the ignition switch is in the “ON”
position or the ignition mode is "ON", this
gauge indicates the engine coolant tem-perature. Under normal driving conditions,
the indicator should stay within the normal,
acceptable temperature range between “H”
and “C”. If the indicator approaches “H”,
overheating is indicated. Follow the
instructions for engine overheating in the
“EMERGENCY SERVICE” section.
Brightness Control
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When the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position or the engine switch is
pressed to change the ignition mode is
"ON", the pointer lights come on.
Your vehicle has a system to automatically
dim the brightness of the instrument panellights when the position lights or headlights
are on.
When the position lights and/or headlights
are ON, you can control the meter illumina-
tion intensity.
To increase the brightness of the instru-
ment panel lights, turn the brightness con-
trol knob (1) clockwise.
To reduce the brightness of the instrument
panel lights, turn the brightness control
knob (1) counterclockwise.
NOTE:
• If you do not turn the brightness control
knob within about 5 seconds of activat-
ing the brightness control display, the
brightness control display will be can-
celed automatically.
• When you reconnect the battery, the
brightness of the instrument panel lights
will be reinitialized. Readjust the bright-
ness according to your preference.
NOTICE
Continuing to drive the vehicle when
engine overheating is indicated can
result in severe engine damage.
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EXAMPLE
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display (B) indicates the gear position (b).
For details on how to use the transmission
refer to “Using the transmission in the
“OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE” section.
Gear position indicator (for Auto
Gear Shift models)
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When the ignition switch is in the “ON”
position, the display (D) indicates the gear
position.
For details on how to use the transaxle,
refer to “Using the Transaxle” in the
“OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE” section.
Trip meter / Instantaneous fuel con-
sumption / Average fuel consumption /
Driving range
When the ignition switch is in the “ON”
position or the ignition mode is “ON”, the
display (B) shows one of the following five
indications, trip meter A, trip meter B,
Instantaneous fuel consumption, Average
fuel consumption or Driving range.
To switch the display indication (B), push
the trip meter selector knob (1) or the indi-
cator selector knob (2) quickly.
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(b) Trip meter A
(c) Trip meter B
(d) Instantaneous Fuel Consumption
(e) Average fuel consumption
(f) Driving rangeNOTE:
• Indications will change when you push
and release a knob.
• The display shows estimated values.
Indications may not be the same as
actual values.
Trip meter
The trip meter can be used to measure the
distance traveled on short trips or between
fuel stops.
You can use the trip meter A or trip meter B
independently.
To reset the trip meter to zero, push and
hold the trip meter selector knob (1) for a
while when the display shows the trip
meter.
NOTE:
The indicated maximum value of the trip
meter is 9999.9. When you run past the
maximum value, the indicated value will
return to 0.0.
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption
If you selected instantaneous fuel con-
sumption the last time you drove the vehi-
cle, the display does not shows the last
EXAMPLE
Push the trip meter selector
knob (1).
Push the indicator selector
knob (2).
EXAMPLE
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
WA R N I N G
If you attempt to adjust the display
while driving, you could lose control
of the vehicle.
Do not attempt to adjust the display
while driving.
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Exhaust Gas Warning
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Daily Inspection ChecklistBefore Driving
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1) Make sure that windows, mirrors, lightsand reflectors are clean and unob-
structed.
2) Visually check the tyres for the following points:
– the depth of the tread groove
– abnormal wear, cracks and damage
– loose wheel bolts
– existence of foreign material such as nails, stones, etc.
Refer to “Tyres” in “INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE” section for details.
3) Look for fluid and oil leaks.
NOTE:
It is normal for water to drip from the air
conditioning system after use.
4) Make sure the bonnet is fully closed and latched.
WA R N I N G
Avoid breathing exhaust gases.
Exhaust gases contain carbon mon-
oxide, a potentially lethal gas that is
colorless and odorless. Since carbon
monoxide is difficult to detect by
itself, be sure to take the following
precautions to help prevent carbon
monoxide from entering your vehicle.
Do not leave the engine running in garages or other confined areas. (Continued)
WA R N I N G
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Do not park with the engine run-ning for a long period of time, even
in an open area. If it is necessary to
sit for a short time in a parked vehi-
cle with the engine running, make
sure the air intake selector is set to
“FRESH AIR” and the blower is at
high speed.
Avoid operating the vehicle with the tailgate or trunk open. If it is
necessary to operate the vehicle
with the tailgate or trunk open,
make sure all windows are closed,
and the blower is at high speed
with the air intake selector set to
“FRESH AIR”.
To allow proper operation of your
vehicle’s ventilation system, keep
the air inlet grille in front of the
windshield clear of snow, leaves or
other obstructions at all times.
Keep the exhaust tailpipe area clear of snow and other material to help
reduce the buildup of exhaust
gases under the vehicle. This is
particularly important when parked
in blizzard conditions.
Have the exhaust system inspected periodically for damage and leaks.
Any damage or leaks should be
repaired immediately.
Exhaust Gas Warning: NO
Daily Inspection Checklist: NO
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5) Check the headlights, turn signal lights,
brake lights and horn for proper opera-
tion.
6) Adjust the seat and adjustable head
restraint (if equipped).
7) Check the brake pedal and the parking
brake lever.
8) Adjust the mirrors.
9) Make sure that you and all passengers
have properly fastened your seat belts.
10)Make sure that all warning lights come
on as the key is turned to the “ON” posi-
tion or the engine is pressed to change
the ignition mode to “ON”.
11)Check all gauges.
12)Make sure that the BRAKE SYSTEM
WARNING light turns off when the
parking brake is released.
Once a week, or each time you fill your fuel
tank, perform the following under-hood
checks:
1) Engine oil level
2) Coolant level
3) Brake fluid level
4) Battery solution level
5) Windshield washer fluid level
6) Hood latch operation
Pull the bonnet hood release handle
inside the vehicle. Make sure that you
cannot open the hood all the way with-
out releasing the secondary latch. Be
sure to close the hood securely after
checking for proper latch operation.
See “All latches, hinges and locks” of“CHASSIS AND BODY” in the “Periodic
Maintenance Schedule” in the
“INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE”
section for lubrication schedule.
Once a month, or each time you fill your
fuel tank, check the tire pressure using a
tire pressure gauge. Also check the tire
pressure of the spare tire.
Engine Oil ConsumptionIt is normal for the engine to consume
some engine oil during normal vehicle
operation.
The amount of engine oil consumed
depends on the viscosity of the oil, the
quality of the oil and the conditions the
vehicle is driven under.
More oil is consumed during high-speed
driving and when there is frequent acceler-
ation and deceleration. Under high loads,
your engine also will consume more oil.
A new engine also consumes more oil,
since its pistons, piston rings and cylinder
walls have not yet become conditioned.
New engines reach the normal level of oilconsumption only after approximately 5000
km driving.
Oil consumption:
Max. 1.0 L per 1000 km When judging the amount of oil consump-
tion, note that the oil may become diluted
and make it difficult to accurately judge the
true oil level.
As an example, if a vehicle is used for
repeated short trips, and consumes a nor-
mal amount of oil, the dipstick may not
show any drop in the oil level at all, even
after 1000 km or more of driving. This is
because the oil is gradually becoming
diluted with fuel or moisture, making it
appear that the oil level has not changed.
You should also be aware that the diluting
ingredients evaporate out when the vehicle
is subsequently driven at high speeds,
such as on an expressway, making it
appear that oil is excessively consumed
after high-speed driving.
WA R N I N G
Make sure the hood is fully closed
and latched before driving. If it is not,
it can fly up unexpectedly during
driving, obstructing your view and
resulting in an accident.
Daily Inspection Checklist: NO
Engine Oil Consumption:
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Engine Switch
(Vehicle with Keyless Push
Start System)
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LOCK (OFF)This mode is for parking the vehicle. When
this mode is selected by pressing the engine
switch and then any door is opened or closed,
the steering will be locked automatically.
ACC
Press the engine switch to select this igni-
tion mode to use such electric equipment
as the audio system, outside rearview mir-
rors and accessory socket with the engine
off. When this position is selected, the
information display in the instrument clus-
ter come on. Refer to “Warning and Indica-
tor Lights” in the “BEFORE DRIVING”
section for details.
ON
With the engine off
You can use such electric equipment as
the power windows and wipers with the
engine off. When this ignition mode is
selected by pressing the engine switch,
the information display in the instrument
cluster will come on.
With the engine on
All electric equipment is operational. The
vehicle can be driven when you have
selected this ignition mode by pressing
the engine switch.
START
Automatic transaxle – Provided you have
the keyless push start system remote con-
troller with you, the engine automatically
starts when you press the engine switch to
select this ignition mode after placing the
gearshift lever in the “P” position and
depressing the brake pedal. (If you need to
re-start the engine while the vehicle is
moving, shift into “N”.)
WA R N I N G
(Continued)
Always return the ignition switch to
the “LOCK” position and remove
the ignition key when leaving the
vehicle even if only for a short time.
Also do not leave children alone in
a parked vehicle. Unattended chil-
dren could cause accidental move-
ment of the vehicle or could tamper
with power windows or power sun-
roof. They also could suffer from
heat stroke in warm or hot weather.
These could result in severe injury
or even death.
NOTICE
Do not use the starter motor for
more than 12 seconds at a time. If
the engine does not start, wait 15
seconds before trying again. If the
engine does not start after several
attempts, check the fuel and igni-
tion systems or consult your MAR-
UTI SUZUKI dealer.
Do not leave the ignition switch in
the “ON” position if the engine is
not running as the battery will dis-
charge.
NOTICE
If you stop the engine while the vehi-
cle is in motion, the automatic
transaxle may be damaged. Avoid
stopping the engine while driving.EXAMPLE
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Manual transaxle – Provided you have the
keyless push start system remote control-
ler with you, the engine automatically
starts when you press the engine switch to
select this ignition mode after shifting to
“N” (Neutral) and depressing the brake and
clutch pedals.
Auto Gear Shift – Provided you have the
keyless push start system remote control-
ler with you, the engine automatically
starts when you press the engine switch to
select this ignition mode after placing the
gearshift lever in the “N” position and
depressing the brake pedal.
NOTE:
You do not need to keep the engine switch
pressed to start the engine.
NOTE:
The steering lock may not be released if
some load is acting on the steering
wheel. If this happens, turn the steering
wheel to the right or left to relieve it from
the load before you press the engineswitch again to change to the desired
ignition mode.
In the presence of strong radio signals or
noise, you may not be able to change
the ignition mode to “ACC” or “ON” or to
start the engine using the engine switch.
Keyless Push Start System
(if equipped)Provided the keyless push start system
remote controller is within the “interior work-
able area” (refer to the related explanation
in this section), you can use the engine
switch for starting the engine and selecting
an ignition mode (“ACC” or “ON”). In addi-
tion, the following functions can be used: Keyless entry function. Refer to “Keyless
Push Start System Remote Controller” in the
“BEFORE DRIVING” section for details. Locking and unlocking doors using a
request switch. Refer to “Keyless Push
Start System Remote Controller” in the
“BEFORE DRIVING” section for details.
Immobilizer (anti-theft) function. Refer to
“Immobilizer System” in the “BEFORE
DRIVING” section for details.
Engine Switch IlluminationThe engine switch is illuminated (lit) in the
following situations:
When the engine is off and the driver’s
door is open, or for 15 seconds after the
driver’s door is closed. The illumination
will fade out after the 15 seconds past.
When the engine is off and the position
lights are on. The illumination will go out
when the position lights are turned off.
When the engine is on and the position
lights and/or the headlights are on. The
illumination will go out when the head-
lights are turned off.
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NOTE:
To save the battery, the illumination will be
automatically turned off when both of the
following conditions are simultaneously
met:
The headlights and position lights are
turned off.
A period of 15 minutes has elapsed after
opening the driver’s door.
NOTICE
Do not leave the engine switch in the
“ACC” or “ON” mode when the
engine is not running. Avoid using
the radio or other electric accesso-
ries for a long time when the engine
switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” mode
when the engine is not running, oth-
erwise the battery may discharge.
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Selection of Ignition ModesPress the engine switch to select the
“ACC” or “ON” mode as follows when you
use an electric accessory or check the
operation of instruments without running
the engine.
1) Bring the keyless push start system
remote controller with you and sit in the
driver’s seat.
2) Without depressing the clutch pedal,
press the engine switch (1).
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Every time you press the engine switch,
the ignition mode changes as follows.
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If the “PUSH” indicator light blinks and
the ignition modes cannot be selected
Your keyless push start system remote con-
troller may not be sensed as being within the
“interior workable area” (refer to the related
explanation in this section). Try again after
making sure you have the remote controller
with you. If the ignition modes still cannot be
selected, the battery of the remote controller
may be discharged. To be able to select an
ignition mode, you must then use the follow-
ing method:
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1) Without depressing the brake pedal
and the clutch pedal, push the engine
switch (1).
2) Within about 10 seconds during which
the “PUSH” indicator light in the instru-
ment cluster is blinking, touch the
engine switch with the lock switch end
of the remote controller (2) for about 2
seconds.NOTE:
If you still cannot select the ignition
modes, there may be some problem with
the keyless push start system. Contact
an authorized MARUTI SUZUKI dealer
for an inspection of the system.
The immobilizer/keyless push start sys-
tem warning light come on for about 5
seconds while the “PUSH” indicator light
is blinking. Refer to “Warning and Indica-
tor Lights” in the “BEFORE DRIVING”
section for details.
You may customize the system to cause
the interior buzzer to sound once for the
“remote controller out of sensing range”
warning. To incorporate this customiza-
tion, please contact an authorized MAR-
UTI SUZUKI dealer.
If the battery of the remote controller is
about to become completely discharged,
the keyless push start system remote con-
troller battery consumption warning light in
the instrument cluster will come on for a
few seconds when you press the engine
switch to change the ignition mode to
“ON”. Refer to “Warning and Indicator
Lights” in the “BEFORE DRIVING” section
for details. For details on replacing the bat-
tery, refer to the “Keyless Push Start Sys-
tem Remote Controller” in the “BEFORE
DRIVING” section.
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(OFF)
(Audio equipment)
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EXAMPLE
Using the Transaxle: 10
Braking: 6
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“Remote Controller Outside” Warn-
ingWhen the conditions described below are
met, the system gives a “remote controller
outside” warning by sounding the interior
and exterior buzzers and blinking the
immobilizer/keyless push start system
warning light.
Any door is opened and then closed
while the remote controller is not inside
the vehicle and the engine is running or
the ignition mode has been changed to
“ACC” or “ON” by pressing the engine
switch.
The remote controller is not inside the
vehicle when you attempt to start the
engine after changing the ignition mode
to “ACC” or “ON” by pressing the engine
switch.
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(1) Immobilizer/keyless push start sys-
tem warning light (blinks)NOTE:
If the warning is given, locate the remote
controller as soon as possible.
Any attempt to start the engine will fail
while the warning is active. Blinking of
the immobilizer/keyless push start sys-
tem warning light in the instrument clus-
ter will indicate this condition. Refer to
“Warning and Indicator Lights” in the
“BEFORE DRIVING” section for details.
Blinking of the immobilizer/keyless push
start system warning light should stop
shortly after the remote controller is
brought back inside the vehicle. If they
do not stop blinking, change the ignition
mode to “LOCK” (OFF) by pressing the
engine switch and then perform the
engine starting operation.
Always keep the remote controller with
you as the driver.
Interior Workable Area for Engine
Starting, Ignition Mode Selection and
“Remote Controller Outside” WarningSwift
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Swift Dzire
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(1) Interior workable areaThe “interior workable area” for these functions
is defined as all the interior spaces except for
the space above the instrument panel.NOTE:
Even when the remote controller is in the
“interior workable area”, if it is in any of
the following conditions, you may not be
able to start the engine or select the igni-
tion modes, and the “remote controller
outside” warning may be given.
–The remote controller’s battery is low.
–The remote controller is affected by
strong radio signals or noise.
–The remote controller is in contact with
or covered by a metallic object.
–The remote controller is in stowage like
the glove box or a door pocket.
–The remote controller is in the sun visor
pocket or on the floor. Even when the remote controller is outside
the “interior workable area”, if it is in any of
the following conditions, you may be able
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EXAMPLE
EXAMPLE
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