2020 SUZUKI JIMNY trailer

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
Other than the described above, the dual sensor cannot be detected the vehicle in front of you or light source, and there is a case where high beam assist may not acti­vate properly. Refer to "Situations where the dual sensor may not activate properly" in this section for details.
Under the following situations, switch high beam or low beam manually, When switching back and forth between the high beams (main beams) and low beams frequently When there is a problem using the high beams (main beams) When it is considered disturbing to other drivers or pedestrians
There is a case where high beams (main beams) is switched to low beams by the fog lights of the vehicle in front of you.
Street lights, traffic signals, and illumina­tion of billboards or signs may cause the high beams (main beams) to switch to the low beams, or low beam to remain on.
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Dual sensor brake support OFF switch
You can turn off the dual sensor brake support system. In the following situations, push and hold the dual sensor brake support OFF switch as unexpected dangers may be possible if ii is activated. -When the vehicle is placed upon ates­ter such as when undergoing a vehicle inspection -When the vehicle is put up on a lift, and the tyres are idling -When the vehicle is being towed -When the vehicle is being carried on a car carrier -When the vehicle is being operated on a race track -When there is vinyl curtains or pendu­lous branches in front of the vehicle -When driving in the field covered with grown grass -When using an automatic car washer -When the vehicle is placed upon a car elevator or placed in a mechanical parking lot -With a spare tyre or snow chains equipped -When you have a temporarily repaired flat tyre -When you have an accident or break­down -When the automatic brake system is activated frequently
-When tyres are not inflated to the rec­ommended tyre pressure -With worn tyres equipped -With non-specified sized tyres or wheels equipped -With a modified suspension equipped -When attaching an item which inter-feres with the visibility of the dual sen­sor -When the vehicle is being weighed down by heavy items -When the vehicle is used to tow a trailer
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When your vehicle is weighed down by heavy items in the luggage compartment or rear seat When wheel alignment is deviated When the tyres are not infiated to the recommended tyre pressure or the tyres are worn With snow chains or non-specified sized tyres equipped When you have a temporarily repaired fiat tyre With a modified suspension equipped When passing through the entrance or exit of the tunnel and the brightness is changed extremely When driving without lighting the head­lights at night or in tunnels When driving on the following roads -On sharp curves or extremely rough surfaces -On a steep slope -On seam of the road When vehicle is swaying When the optical axis of the headlight is deviated
With modified headlights and/or front fog lights equipped When the headlights are covered in dirt, snow, ice or mud
When the following types of a vehicle are in front of you, or when the following situa­tions occur, the dual sensor may not detect a vehicle in front of you or may need more time to detect a vehicle. ·
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Vehicles in front of you have small, low, or uneven backs as shown below: -A track without side or back gates, and when mounting no luggage on the cargo bed -A vehicle with luggage protruding out from the back -A specially shaped vehicle such as a car carrier trailer or a motorcycle with side car -A low-slung vehicle When ground clearance of vehicle in front of you is extremely high. When a vehicle is oncoming or retreating vehicle
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
When a vehicle facing sideways When a vehicle in front of you without turning on the tail lights at night or in tun­nels When a vehicle in front of you refiects sunlight strongly When there is a wall in front of the parked vehicle When there is another obstacle beside a vehicle
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When only a part of the vehicle in front of you is within the dual sensor detection field When the difference of speed between the vehicle in front of you and your vehi­cle is increased When the distance to the vehicle in front of you is short When the vehicle in front of you is diffi­cult to refiect the laser beam When driving on a curve For a while after escaping from a curve When the vehicle in front of you turns, accelerates or decelerates suddenly When a vehicle in front of you jumps out
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A WARNING
In addition to following the driving tips in this section, it is important to observe the following precautions for on-road and off-road driving. Driver and passengers should wear seat belts at all times. Do not let anyone else drive your vehicle unless they are also aware of the vehicle characteristics and handling differences described in this section. Avoid loaning your vehicle to any• one unless you accompany them. Make sure your tyres are in good condition and always maintain the specified tyre pressure. Refer to "Tyres" in the "INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE" section for details. Do not use tyres other than those specified by SUZUKI. Never use dif• ferent sizes or types of tyres on the front and rear wheels. For informa• lion regarding the specified tyres, refer to the "SPECIFICATIONS" section. Never use oversized tyres or spe­cial shock absorbers and springs to raise uack up) your vehicle. This will raise the center of gravity of the vehicle and change its handling characteristics. (Continued)
A WARNING
(Continued) After driving through water, mud, or sandy ground, test the brakes while driving at a slow speed to see if they have maintained their nor• mal effectiveness. If the brakes are less effective than normal, dry them by repeatedly applying the brakes while driving slowly until the brakes have regained their nor• mal effectiveness. After extended operation in mud, sand, or water, have the brakes, bearings and joint parts etc. inspected by a SUZUKI dealer as soon as possible.
DRIVING TIPS
Running-in
NOTICE
The future performance and reliabil• ity of the engine depends on the care and restraint exercised during its early life. It is especially important to observe the following precautions during the first 960 km (600 miles) of vehicle operation. • After starting, do not race the engine. Warm ii up gradually. • Avoid prolonged vehicle operation at a constant speed. Moving parts will break in better if you vary your speed. Start off from a stop slowly. Avoid full throttle starts. Avoid hard braking, especially during the first 320 km (200 miles) of driving. Do not drive slowly with the !rans• mission in a high gear. Drive the vehicle at moderate engine speeds. Do not tow a trailer during the first 960 km (600 miles) of vehicle oper• ation.
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Frame hooks
It is not recommended that you use the frame hooks for towing another vehicle. They were originally designed to tow your vehicle in emergency situation. If your vehicle needs to be towed in an emergency, refer to "Towing your vehicle (recreational vehicle)" in "EMERGENCY SERVICE" section.
A WARNING
Observe the following instructions when using frame hooks. The frame hook or vehicle body may break and cause serious injury or damage: • Do not use the frame hooks for towing another vehicle. Avoid pulling the vehicle to get out of severe snowy, muddy or sandy conditions, sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which could cause excessive stress on the frame hook.
In such case, we recommend that you contact a professional service.
OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
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NOTICE
When you use the frame hook (1), avoid the driving that gives signifi­cant physical shock on hook. Such operation can damage the hook, or the vehicle body. Do not sudden accelerate.
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The hook (A) is provided for trailer/train/ sea shipping purposes only.
NOTICE
Do not use the hook (A) in emergency situation. If you use this hook (A), the hook or the vehicle may be damaged.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Maintenance recommended under severe driving conditions (except for EU countries and Israel)
Follow this schedule if your vehicle is mainly operated under one or more of the following conditions: • When most trips are less than 6 km (4 miles). • When most trips are less than 16 km (10 miles) and outside temperature remains below freezing. Idling and/or low-speed operation in stop-and-go traffic. Operating in extremely cold weather and/or on salted roads. Operating in rough and/or muddy areas. Operating in dusty areas. Repeated high speed drive or high engine revolutions. Towing a trailer, if admitted. Schedule should also be followed if the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi or other commercial applications.
NdTE: For the Maintenance Recommended under Severe Driving Conditions of Russian models, refer to "For Russia" in the "SUPPLEMENT" section.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Maintenance recommended under severe driving conditions (for EU countries and Israel)
Follow this schedule if your vehicle is mainly operated under one or more of the following conditions:
• When most trips are less than 6 km (4 miles). When most trips are less than 16 km (1 O miles) and outside temperature remains below freezing.
Idling and/or low-speed operation in stop-and-go traffic. Operating in extremely cold weather and/or on salted roads. Operating in rough and/or muddy areas. Operating in dusty areas. Repeated high speed drive or high engine revolutions. Towing a trailer, if admitted. Schedule should also be followed if the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi or other commercial applications.
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3) Connect jump leads as follows:
1. Connect one end of the first jump lead to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery (1 ). 2. Connect the other end to the positive (+) terminal of the booster battery (2). 3. Connect one end of the second jump lead to the negative (-) terminal of the booster battery (2).
4. Make the final connection to an unpainted metal part (3) of engine cylinder head in the vehicle with the discharged battery (1 ).
A WARNING
Never connect the jump lead directly to the negative (-) terminal of the dis­charged battery, or an explosion may occur.
4) If the booster battery you are using is fitted to another vehicle, start the engine of the vehicle with the booster battery. Run the engine at moderate speed. 5) Start the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery. 6) Remove the jump leads in the exact reverse order in which you connected them.
EMERGENCY SERVICE
Towing your vehicle
(recreational towing)
If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional service. A SUZUKI dealer can provide you with detailed tow­ing instructions.
A WARNING
When you tow your vehicle, follow the instructions below to avoid acci­dents and damage to your vehicle. In addition, be sure to observe govern­ment and local requirements regard­ing vehicle lighting and trailer hitches or tow bars.
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INDEX
Seat belt warning ................................................................. 10-3 Transfer lever ....................................................................... 3-16
Seat belts and child restraint systems ................................ 1-7 Transfer oil.. .......................................................................... 6-31
Seat position adjustment lever ............................................. 1-3 Trip meter ..................................................................... 2-20, 2-32
Seatback angle adjustment lever ......................................... 1-3 Turn signal control lever ..................................................... 2-66
Selection of coolant. ............................................................ 6-28 Turn signal indicators .......................................................... 2-52
Selector position/ Gearshift indicator ............................... 2-19 Turn signal operation .......................................................... 2-66
Setting mode ........................................................................ 2-23 Tyre changing tool ................................................................. 7-1
Side airbags and side curtain airbags ............................... 1-41 Tyre inspection ..................................................................... 6-37
Side door locks ...................................................................... 2-2 Tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) ......................... 3-63
Side turn signal light ........................................................... 6-49 Tyre rotation ......................................................................... 6-38
Spark plugs .......................................................................... 6-30 Tyres ...................................................................................... 6-36
Specified oil .......................................................................... 6-23 u Speed limiter ........................................................................ 3-25 USB socket ............................................................................. 5-7 Speedometer ............................................................... 2-16, 2-26 Using transmission ................................................................ 3-8 Stability control system ...................................................... 3-56 V Starting engine ....................................................................... 3-7
Steering wheel ..................................................................... 6-36 Vehicle cleaning ..................................................................... 8-2
Vehicle identification ............................................................. 9-1 Sun visor ................................................................................ 5-4
Supplemental restraint system (airbags) .......................... 1-35
SUZUKI SAFETY SUPPORT ................................................ 3-27
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Tachometer ................................................................. 2-16, 2-26
Tailgate ................................................................................... 2-3
Theft deterrent alarm system ............................................... 2-8
Vehicle swaying warning ..................................................... 3-34
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Warning and indicator lights ............................................... 2-39
Warning and indicator messages ....................................... 2-35
Washing .................................................................................. 8-4
Waxing .................................................................................... 8-6
Windows ............................................................................... 2-10 Theft deterrent light ............................................................. 2-10 Windshield washer ............................................................... 2-68 Thermometer ............................................................... 2-19, 2-29 Windshield washer fluid ...................................................... 6-57 Tilt steering lock lever. ........................................................ 2-70
Towing your vehicle (recreational towing) .......................... 7-6
Traction control system ...................................................... 3-56
Traffic sign recognition ....................................................... 3-39
Trailer towing ....................................................................... 2-72
Windshield wiper and washer lever ................................... 2-67
Windshield wipers ................................................................ 2-68
Wiper and washer operation ............................................... 2-68
Wiper blades ......................................................................... 6-54
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