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Without tachometer
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NOTE: • To prevent the alarm from being acci-dentally triggered, avoid arming it while anyone remains inside the vehicle. The alarm will be triggered if any person inside opens the door or engine hood, orswings the vehicle (if the shock sensor is in the enabled state).• The security system is not armed whenall doors are locked using the key fromoutside, or using the door lock knobs or the central door locking switch frominside.• If any door is not operated within approx-imately 30 seconds after the doors havebeen unlocked using the keyless entry system transmitter, the doors are auto-matically locked again. When the doors are locked, the security system will be
armed in about 5 seconds if the system is in the enabled state.• If the security system indicator (1) blinkswhen the ignition switch is in the “ON”position, there may be something wrong with the security system. Ask your MAR-UTI SUZUKI dealer to inspect the sys- tem.
How to disarm the security systemSimply unlock the doors using the keyless entry system transmitter. The security sys-tem indicator will go out, indicating that the security system is disarmed.
How to stop the alarm Should the alarm be triggered accidentally, unlock the doors using the keyless entrysystem transmitter, or insert the key in the ignition switch and turn it to “ON” position. The alarm will then stop.
NOTE: • Even after the alarm has stopped, if youlock the doors using the keyless entry system transmitter, the security system will be rearmed with a delay of about 5seconds.• If you disconnect the battery while thesecurity system is in the armed conditionor the alarm is actually in operation, the alarm will be re-triggered when the bat- tery is then reconnected.• Even after the alarm has stopped at theend of the predetermined operation time,it will be triggered again if any of thedoors or engine hood is opened, or the
vehicle feels a shock (if the shock sen- sor is in the enabled state), without dis- arming the security system.
Checking whether the alarm has beentriggered during parkingIf the alarm was triggered and you then turn the ignition switch to “ON” position, the security system indicator will blink rapidlyfor about 8 seconds and a buzzer will beep 4 times during this period. If this happens, check whether the vehicle has been bro-ken into while you were away from it.
Enabling and disabling the security system The security system can be either enabled or disabled.
When enabled If any of the doors are opened withoutunlocking by the keyless entry system transmitter, all turn signal lights start to blink and the interior buzzer beeps inter-mittently. After 5 seconds, the siren will sound for about 27.5 seconds. The secu- rity system indicator continues to blinkduring this time. If the engine hood is opened, all turn sig-nal lights blink, and the siren sounds forabout 27.5 seconds. The security sys- tem indicator continues to blink during this time.
(If the shock sensor is in the enabled state) If the vehicle feels a shock, the sirensounds for about 2 seconds (pre-warn- ing). If the vehicle continues to feel a
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NOTE: • As shown in the above illustration,“ ” indicates on the display of cur- rently setting item.• To go back to the higher level displayduring operation, turn the indicatorselector knob (2) to display “bACK” or“-bAC” and then push the indicatorselector knob (2).• If the security system “S1” is in the dis-abled state, the shock sensor “S2”, pre-warning sensitivity “S3” and full blastwarning sensitivity “S4” cannot be setup.
5) To exit the setting mode, switch the dis-play to show “End” and then push theindicator selector knob (2).
Warning and Indicator Lights
Brake System Warning Light
65D477
Three different types of operations existdepending on the vehicle’s specification.
1) The light comes on briefly when theignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.2) The light comes on when the parkingbrake is engaged with the ignition switch in the “ON” position.3) The light comes on when under eitheror both of above two conditions.
The light also comes on when the fluid in the brake fluid reservoir falls below the specified level.The light should go out after starting the engine and fully releasing the parking brake, if the fluid level in the brake fluid res-ervoir is adequate. The light also comes on together with the ABS warning light when the rear brakeforce control function (proportioning valve function) of the ABS system fails. If the brake system warning light comes onwhile you are driving the vehicle, it may mean that there is something wrong with
the vehicle’s brake system. If this happens,you should:
1) Pull off the road and stop carefully.
2) Test the brakes by carefully starting andstopping at the side of the road.– If you determine that it is safe, drivecarefully at low speed to the nearest dealer for repairs, or– Have the vehicle towed to the nearestdealer for repairs.
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Remember that stopping distancemay be longer, you may have to push harder on the pedal, and the pedal may go down farther than normal.
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If any of the following conditions occur, you should immediately ask your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer toinspect the brake system. • If the brake system warning lightdoes not go out after the engine has been started and the parking brake has been fully released.• If the brake system warning lightdoes not come on when the igni-tion switch is turned to the “ON” position.• If the brake system warning lightcomes on at any time during vehi-cle operation.
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NOTE: Because the disc brake system is self- adjusting, the fluid level will drop as thebrake pads become worn. Replenishing the brake fluid reservoir is considered nor- mal periodic maintenance.
NOTE: (Parking Brake Reminder Buzzer) (ifequipped) A buzzer sounds intermittently to remind you to release the parking brake if youstart the vehicle without releasing the park- ing brake. Make sure that the parking brake is fully released and the brake sys-tem warning light turns off.
Seat Belt Warning Light
(if equipped)
60G049
This light blinks as a reminder until the driver’s seat belt is buckled.
For details about the seat belt reminder, refer to “Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems” in this section.
“AIR BAG” Light (if equipped)
63J030
This light blinks or comes on for severalseconds when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position so you can check if the light is working.
The light will come on and stay on if there is a problem in the air bag system (ifequipped).
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
Warning Light (if equipped)
65D529
When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the light comes on briefly so you can check that the light is working. If the light stays on, or comes on whendriving, there may be something wrong with the ABS.
If this happens: 1) Pull off the road and stop carefully.2) Turn the ignition switch to “LOCK” andthen start the engine again.
If the warning light comes on briefly then turns off, the system is normal. If the warn- ing light still stays on, the system will besomething wrong.
If the light and the brake system warning light stay on, or come on simultaneously when driving, your ABS system is equipped with the rear brake force controlfunction (proportioning valve function) and there may be something wrong with both the rear brake force control function andanti-lock function of the ABS system.
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If the “AIR BAG” light does not blinkor come on briefly when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position,stays on for more than 10 seconds, or comes on while driving, the air bag system (if equipped) may not workproperly. Have both systems inspected by an authorized MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.
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If one of these happens, have the system inspected by your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer. If the ABS becomes inoperative, the brake system will function as an ordinary brake system that does not have this ABS sys-tem.
Malfunction Indicator Light
63J031
Your vehicle has a computer-controlledemission control system. A malfunctionindicator light is provided on the instrument panel to indicate when it is necessary to have the emission control system serviced.The malfunction indicator light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to “ON” position to let you know the light is workingand goes out when the engine is started.
If the malfunction indicator light comes on when the engine is running, there is a damage with the emission control system.Bring the vehicle to your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer to have the damage fixed.
Also, if the light comes on, there may be something wrong with the Auto Gear Shift system. Have the system inspected by an authorized MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.
Transaxle Warning Light
(if equipped)
80J219
This light comes on for several seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position so you can check the light isworking. If this light comes on when the engine is running, there is a problem with the AutoGear Shift system. Ask your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer to have the system inspected.
NOTE: If the Auto Gear Shift system temperaturebecomes too high, this light will blink. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and let the sys- tem cool down.
Electric Power Steering Light
79J039
This light comes on when the ignitionswitch is turned to the “ON” position, and goes out when the engine is started.
If this light comes on while driving, the power steering system may not work prop- erly. Have the system inspected by yourMARUTI SUZUKI dealer.
NOTE: Following operations of the steering wheel while parking or driving at a very low- speed may have steering effort biggergradually. This is not a malfunction of the steering system, but the power steering control system limits the power assist inorder to prevent them from overheating. • The steering wheel is operated veryoften.• The steering wheel is kept in a fullyturned position for a long while. When the power steering control system cool down, the power steering system back to the original condition. However, repeating these operations couldcause the power steering system dam-aged.
NOTICE
Continuing to drive the vehicle whenthe malfunction indicator light is oncan cause permanent damage to the vehicle’s emission control system, and can affect fuel economy anddriveability.
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Hazard Warning Switch
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Push in the hazard warning switch to acti- vate the hazard warning lights. All turn sig-nal lights and both turn signal indicators will flash simultaneously. To turn off the lights, push the switch again.Use the hazard warning lights to warn other traffic during emergency parking or when your vehicle could otherwise becomea traffic hazard.
Windshield Wiper and Washer
Lever
65D611
Wiper and Washer Operation When the ignition switch is in the “ON”position, you can use the wiper/washer lever or switch (if equipped).
Windshield Wipers
76MH0A049
To turn the windshield wipers on, move the lever down to one of the three operating positions. In the “INT” position, the wipers operate intermittently. The “INT” position isvery convenient for driving in mist or light rain. In the “LO” position, the wipers oper- ate at a steady low speed. In the “HI” posi-tion, the wipers operate at a steady high speed. To turn off the wipers, move the lever back to the “OFF” position.Move the lever up and hold it to the “MIST” position, the windshield wipers will turn on continuously at low speed.
EXAMPLE
WA R N I N G
To avoid possible injury, do not oper- ate controls by reaching through the steering wheel.
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NOTE: It is normal for water to drip from the air conditioning system after use.
4) Make sure the hood is fully closed and latched.5) Check the headlights, turn signal lights, brake lights and horn for proper opera- tion.6) Adjust the seat and head restraint (if equipped). 7) Check the brake pedal and the parkingbrake lever. 8) Adjust the mirrors. 9) Make sure that you and all passengershave properly fastened your seat belts. 10)Make sure that all warning lights come on as the key is turned to the “ON” posi-tion. 11)Check all gauges. 12)Make sure that the BRAKE SYSTEMWARNING 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 level3) Brake fluid level 4) Windshield washer fluid level 5) Battery solution level6) Hood latch operation Pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle. Make sure that you cannotopen the hood all the way without
releasing the secondary latch. Be sure to close the hood securely after check- ing for proper latch operation. See “Alllatches, hinges & locks” of “CHASSIS AND BODY” in the “Periodic Mainte- nance Schedule” in the “INSPECTIONAND MAINTENANCE” section for lubri- cation schedule.
Once a month, or each time you fill your fuel tank, check the tire pressure using a tire pressure gauge. Also check the tirepressure of the spare tire.
Engine Oil Consumption
It 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, thequality of the oil and the conditions the vehicle is driven under. More oil is consumed during high-speeddriving 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 oil consumption only after approximately 5000km (3000 miles) driving.
Oil consumption: Max. 1.0 L per 1000 km (1 Qt. per 600 miles)
When judging the amount of oil consump- tion, note that the oil may become diluted and make it difficult to accurately judge thetrue 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 (600 miles) or more of driv-ing. This is because the oil is gradually becoming diluted with fuel or moisture, making it appear that the oil level has notchanged. You should also be aware that the diluting ingredients evaporate out when the vehicleis subsequently driven at high speeds, such as on an expressway, making it appear that oil is excessively consumedafter high-speed driving.
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Make sure the hood is fully closed and latched before driv ing. If it is not, it can fly up unexpectedly duringdriving, obstructing your view and resulting in an accident.
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Ignition Switch
65D611
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The ignition switch has the following four positions: LOCK This is the normal parking position. It is theonly position in which the key can be removed.
60G033
You must push in the key to turn it to the “LOCK” position. It lo cks the ignition, and prevents normal use of the steering wheel after the key is removed.
To release the steering lock, insert the key and turn it clockwise to one of the other positions. If you have trouble turning thekey to unlock the steering, try turning the steering wheel slightly to the right or left while turning the key.
ACC Accessories such as the radio can oper-ate, but the engine is off.
ON This is the normal operating position. All electrical systems are on.
START This is the position for starting the engine using the starter motor. The key should bereleased from this position as soon as the engine starts.
Ignition key reminder (if equipped) A buzzer sounds intermittently to remind you to remove the ignition key if it is in theignition switch when the driver’s door is opened.
81A297S
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To avoid possible injury, do not oper- ate controls by reaching through thesteering wheel.
EXAMPLE
Turn to “LOCK”
Push
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• Never remove the ignition keywhile the vehicle is moving. The steering wheel will lock and you will not be able to steer the vehicle.(Continued)
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Parking Brake Lever
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(1) To set (2) To release(3) To release
The parking brake lever is located between the seats. To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down and pull the parking brake lever all the way up. To release theparking brake, hold the brake pedal down, pull up slightly on the parking brake lever, push the button on the end of the lever withyour thumb, and lower the lever to its origi- nal position.
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(Continued) • Always remove the ignition keywhen leaving the vehicle even if only for a short time. Also do not leave children alone in a parkedvehicle. Unattended children could cause accidental movement of the vehicle or could tamper with powerwindows or power sunroof. They also could suffer from heat stroke in warm or hot weather. Thesecould result in severe injury or even death.
NOTICE
• Do not use the starter motor for more than 12 seconds at a time.For diesel engine model, do not use the starter motor for more than 30 seconds at a time. If the enginedoes not start, wait 15 seconds before trying again. If the engine does not start after severalattempts, 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.
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• Never drive your vehicle with theparking brake on: rear brake effec-tiveness can be reduced from over- heating, brake life may be shortened, or permanent brakedamage may result. • If the parking brake does not hold the vehicle securely or does notfully release, have your vehicle inspected immediately by an autho- rized MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.
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Always set the pa rking brake fully before leaving your vehicle or it may move, causing injury or damage. When parking, make sure the gear-shift lever is in reverse or first gear. Remember, even though the transaxle is in gear, you must set theparking brake fully.
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