2020 SUZUKI JIMNY brake pedal

The ESP® has the following three sys­tems:
Stability control system
The vehicle stability control system helps provide integrated control of systems such as anti-lock brakes, traction control, engine control, etc. This system automatically controls the brakes and engine to help pre­vent the vehicle from skidding when cor­nering on a slippery road surface or when turning the steering wheel abruptly.
Traction control system
The traction control system automatically helps prevent the spinning of wheels when the vehicle is started or accelerated on slippery road surfaces. The system oper­ates only if it senses that some of the wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction. When this happens, the system operates the front or rear brakes and reduces engine power to l1m1t wheel spin.
NOTE: You may hear an operation sound when you start the engine or after the vehicle begins to move. This means that the above systems are in the self-check mode. This sound does not indicate a malfunc­tion.
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
ABS will help you avoid skidding by elec­tronically controlling braking pressure. It will also help you maintain steering control when braking on slippery surfaces or when braking hard. The ABS works automati­cally, so you do not have to use any spe­cial braking technique. Just push the brak_e pedal down without pumping. The ABS will operate whenever it senses that wheels are locking up. You may feel the brake pedal pulsate while the ABS is operating. (For more information on ABS, see "Brak­ing" in this section.)
NOTE: The ABS will not work if vehicle speed is under about 9 km/h (6 mph).
A WARNING
The ESP® may not work properly if tyres or wheels other than those specified in the owner's manual are used. When replacing tyres or wheels, use only the size and type specified in this owner's manual. • The ESP® may not work properly if ·tyres are not inflated to the recom­
mended ~re pressure. The ESP" may not work properly if tyres are fitted with snow chains. (Continued)
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
A WARNING
(Continued) • The ESP® may not work properly if the tyres are excessively worn. Replace tyres when the tread wear indicators in the grooves appear on the tread surface. • The ESP® is not a substitute for winter tyres or snow chains on a snowMcovered road.
A WARNING
• The ESP® may not work properly if engine related parts such as the muffler are not equivalent to stan­dard equipment or are extremely deteriorated. Do not modify the vehicle's sus­pension since the ESP® may not work properly.
NOTE: • If the Espi!) system is activated, you may hear a clunking noise and/or feel pulsat­ing in the brake pedal. This is. normal and indicates that the brake flwd pres­sure is being controlled properly. You may hear an operation sound when you start the engine or after the vehicle begins to move. This means that the above systems are in the self-check mode. This sound does not indicate a malfunction.
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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
ABS warning light/ brake system
warning light
See "Braking" in this section.
Hill descent control system
The hill descent control system is designed to reduce the driver's workload when going down steep, rough and/or slippery hills where the vehicle cannot decelerate enough by engine braking alone. The hill descent control system helps to control vehicle speed by automatically engaging the vehicle's brakes, as needed, so you can concentrate on steering the vehicle.
.A. WARNING
Do not rely excessively on the hill descent control system. The hill descent control system may not con­trol the vehicle speed on a hill under all load or road conditions. Always be prepa!ed to control vehicle speed by applying the brakes. Failure to pay attention and control vehicle speed using the brakes when necessary may result in loss of control or an accident.
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Hill descent control switch
(1) Hill descent control switch
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To activate the hill descent control system: 1) Shift the transfer lever into 4-wheel drive hiQh range position ("4H") or 4-wh!"el drive low '.ange position ("4L"). 2) Shift the gearsh1ft lever into a forward gear or reverse gear. 3) Push the hill descent control switch (1) when the vehicle speed is under 25 km/h (15 mph). The hill descent control indica­tor on the instrument cluster will come on and the hill descent control system will be activated.
4-wheel drive high range position When the vehicle speed exceeds about 1 o km/h (6 mph) without depressing the accelerator pedal, the hill descent control system applies the brakes automatically to maintain the vehicle speed at about 1 O km/ h (6 mph).
4-wheel drive low range position When the vehicle speed exceeds about 5 km/h (3 mph) without depressing the accelerator pedal, the hill descent control system applies the brakes automatically to maintain the vehicle speed at about 5 km/h (3 mph).
• When braking, the brake/tail lights come on and the ESP® warning light blinks. When the vehicle speed exceeds about 40 km/h (25 mph), the hill descent con­trol system stops functioning and the hill descent control indicator goes off. When the vehicle slows down below about 25 km/h (16 mph), the hill descent control system will be activated again and the hill descent control indicator will come on.

A WARNING
• When the hill descent control sys­tem is used continuously for a long time, the temperature of the bra~e system may increase and the hill descent control system may be deactivated temporarily to protect the device of the brake system. The hill descent control indicator blinks to let you know the system is deac­tivated. Depress the brake pedal and stop the vehicle in a safe place. When the temperature of the brake system goes down, the hill descent control indicator will come on and the system is activated again. • The hill descent control system may be activated when the gear­shift lever is in "N" (Neutral) posi~ tion, but engine braking will not work. Always use the hill descent control system with the gearshift lever in a forward gear or reverse
gear. When using the hill descent control system, push the hill descent con­trol switch and make sure that the hill descent control indicator light comes on and no warning message are indicated on the information display.
NOTE: You may hear a sound coming from the engine when the hill descent control sys­tem is activated. This sound is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.
To turn off the hill descent control system, push the hill descent control switch and turn off the hill descent control indicator
light.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
Hill descent control indicator light
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When the ignition switch is in "ON" posi­tion, this light comes on briefiy so you can check that the light is working.
When you push the hill descent control switch and the hill descent control operat­ing conditions are fulfilled, the hill desce~t control indicator comes on. If the hill descent control indicator blinks, the hill descent control will not be activated.
If hill descent control indicator light comes on while not operating the hill descent con­trol switch, or the indicator light does not come on after the switch is pushed, there is a problem in this system. Have your vehicle inspected by a SUZUKI dealer.
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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
NOTE: If the hill descent control indicator blinks when you push the hill descent control switch, check the following conditions. • The transfer lever is in 4-wheel drive high range position ("4H'? or 4-wheel drive low range position("4L '? • The gearshift lever is in a forward gear or reverse gear • The vehicle speed is under 25 km/h (15 mph) • The brake system is under normal oper-ating temperature
NOTE: If any of the following conditions occur, there may be a problem with the hill descent control system or the ESP8 sys­tem. Have your vehicle inspected by a SUZUKI dealer. The hill descent control indicator does not come on or blink when you push the hill descent control switch. The hill descent control indicator stays on when driving without pushing the hill descent control switch.
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ESP
HILL HOLD DISABLE
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If the message shown in the above illustra­tion appears on the information display, master warning indicator light blinks and the interior buzzer beeps, there may be a problem with the hill descent control sys­tem and the hill hold control system. Have your vehicle inspected by a SUZUKI dealer.
NOTE: You cannot activate the hill descent control system while this message is displayed.
Hill hold control system
The hill hold control system is designed to assist you in starting to move up hills. When you start to move up a hill, the sys­tem helps prevent the vehicle from rolling downward (for approximately 2 seconds) while you move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal.
A WARNING
• Do not rely excessively on the hill hold control system. The hill hold control system may not prevent the vehicle from rolling downward on a hill under all load or road condi­tions. Always be prepared to depress the brake pedal to prevent the vehicle from rolling downward. Failure to pay attention and depress the brake pedal to hold the vehicle on a hill when necessary, may result in loss of control or an accident. The hill hold control system is not designed to stop the vehicle on a hill. (Continued)

A WARNING
(Continued) After you release your foot from the brake pedal, accelerate the vehicle to move up immediately. If you release your foot from the brake pedal over 2 seconds, the hill hold control system will be canceled. If so, the vehicle may roll downward, which can result in an accident depending on the degree of slope. And, the engine may stall and the power assist for the steering and brakes will not work so steering and braking will be much harder than usual which can result in an accident or vehicle damage. If you drive on the steep slope, the gravel, the sclnow-covered road, or the muddy r I'd and the hill hold control system is activated, there may be a possibility that the wheels will be locked and then the vehicle may lose the control.
The hill hold control system activates for a maximum of about 2 seconds if your foot is moved from the brake pedal when the fol­lowing conditions are all met.
1) The gearshift lever is in a forward gear or reverse gear. 2) The parking brake is released. 3) The vehicle is on an upward incline.
NOTE: When the hill hold control system is acti­vated, the following conditions may be found, but this is not a malfunction. You may hear a sound from the engine room. As brake pedal becomes heavy, it may be difficult for you to depress it.
ESP
HILL HOLD DISABLE
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If the message shown in the above illustra­tion appears on the information display, master warning indicator light blinks and the interior buzzer beeps, there may be a problem with the hill descent control sys­tem and the hill hold control system. Have your vehicle inspected by a SUZUKI dealer.
NOTE: The hill hold control system will not acti­vate while this message is displayed.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
How to turn off Hill hold control system When driving on a steep slope, or a slip­pery road (icy, snow-covered, muddy, etc), it is possible to deactivate the hill hold con­trol system.
To deactivate the hill hold control system: 1) Make sure that the gear shift lever is in "N" (Neutral) position for manual trans­mission vehicles and automatic trans­mission vehicles. 2) Shift the transfer lever from 4-wheel high range position ("4H") to 4-wheel low range position ("4L").
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3) When the ESP® OFF switch is pushed and held to turn off the ESP® system (other than ABS), the ESP® OFF indi­cator light comes on for the vehicles with Instrument cluster (Type A) or the message is shown on the display for the vehicles with instrument cluster (Type B) and the hill hold control sys­tem is deactivated.
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DRIVING TIPS
Driving on hills
Manual transmission
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Automatic transmission
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When driving on steep hills, the vehicle may begin to slow down and show a lack of power. If this happens, you should shift to a lower gear so that the engine will again be operating in its higher power range. Shift rapidly to prevent the vehicle from losing momentum. When driving down a hill, the engine should be used for braking by shifting to the next lower gear.
A WARNING
Do not hold the brake pedal down too long or too often while going down a steep or long hill. This could cause the brakes to overheat, resulting in reduced braking efficiency. Failure to take this precaution could result in loss of vehicle control.
NOTICE
When descending a downhill, Never turn the ignition key to "LOCK" posiM lion. Emission control system and automatic transmission damage may result.

INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Maintenance schedule ........................................................ 6-2
Periodic maintenance schedule
(except for EU countries and Israel) .................................. 6-3
Maintenance recommended under severe driving
conditions (except for EU countries and Israel) .............. 6-8
Periodic maintenance schedule
(for EU countries and Israel) .............................................. 6-13
Maintenance recommended under severe driving
conditions (for EU countries and Israel) ........................... 6-18
Drive belt .............................................................................. 6-23 -
Engine oil and filter ............................................................. 6-23
Engine coolant .................................................................... 6-28
Air cleaner ............................................................................ 6-30
Spark plugs .......................................................................... 6-30
Gear oil ................................................................................. 6-31
60G410 Clutch pedal ......................................................................... 6-33
Brakes .................................................................................. 6-33
Steering wheel ..................................................................... 6-36
Tyres ..................................................................................... 6-36
Battery .................................................................................. 6-41
Fuses .................................................................................... 6-42
Headlight aiming ................................................................. 6-46
Headlight Washer Fluid ...................................................... 6-46
Bulb replacement ................................................................ 6-47
Wiper blades ........................................................................ 6-54
Windshield washer fluid ..................................................... 6-57
Air conditioning system ..................................................... 6-58

INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Interval: This interval should be judged byI km (x1000)I 15 I 30 I 45 I 60 I 75 90 odometer reading or months, whichever, miles (x1000)I 9 I 18 I 27 I 36 I 45 54 comes first. 1 monthsI 12 I 24 I 36 I 48 I 60 I 72 BRAKE *5-1. Brake discs and pads (front) I I I I I I Brake drums and shoes (rear) -I -I -I *5-2. Brake hoses and pipes -I -I -I 5-3. Brake fluid (#2) Check, *Replacement -R -R -R *5-4. Brake (Pedal and fluid level) I I I I I I 5-5. Brake lever and cable Check, *Adjustment (1st 15000 km only) I -----CHASSIS AND BODY *6-1. Clutch fluid (#2) -R -R -R *6-2. Clutch (pedal and fluid level) I I I I I I 6-3. Tyres/Wheels I I I I I I *6-4. Wheel bearings -I -I -I *6-5. Propeller shafts --I --I *6-6. Suspension system -I -I -I "6-7. Steering system -I -I -I *6-8. Manual transmission oil Genuine "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W" Inspect every 30000 km (18000 miles) or 24 months. Other than "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W" (1: 1st 15000 km only) I
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R 6-9. Automatic transmission Fluid level -I -I -I *Fluid change Replace every 165000 km (99000 miles). *Fluid hose -I -I -I I I -I -*6-10. Transfer oil Genuine "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W" Inspect every 30000 km (18000 miles) or 24 months. Other than "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W" (I: 1st 15000 km only) I -R --R *6-11. Differential oil (R: 1 st 15000 km only) Genuine "SUZUKI SUPER GEAR OIL 75W-85 SYNTHETIC" R -I -I -
6-12. All latches, hinges and locks -I -I -I *6-13. Air conditioner filter element -I R -I R
#2: Clutch fluid is supplied from brake fluid reservoir.
A WARNING
The shock absorbers are filled with high pressure gas. Never attempt to disassemble them or throw them into a fire. Avoid storing them near a heater or heating device. When scrapping the absorber, the gas must be released from the absorber safely. Ask your dealer for assistance.
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