NOTE: SUZUKI highly recommends the use of ECSTAR brend brake fluid. ECSTAR has been specially formulated for your SUZUKI product and contributes to the desired vehicle performance and ideal driving experience.
A WARNING
Failure to follow the guidelines below can result in personal injury or serious damage to the brake system. . If the brake fluid in the reservoir drops below a certain level, the brake warning light on the instrument cluster will come on (the engine must be running with the parking brake fully dise~gaged). Should the light come on, 1mmed1-ately ask a SUZUKI dealer to inspect the brake system. A rapid fluid loss indicates leakage in the brake system which should be inspected by a SUZUKI dealer immediately. Do not use any fluid other than DOT3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid. Do not use reclaimed fluid or fluid that has been stored in old or open containers. It is essential that foreign particles and other liquids are kept out of the brake fluid reservoir.
A CAUTION
Brake fluid can harm your eyes and damage painted surfaces. Be careful when refilling the reservoir.
A WARNING
Brake fluid is harmful or fatal if swallowed, and harmful if it comes in contact with skin or eyes. If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Immediately contact a poison control center or a physician. If brake fluid gets in eye~, flush eyes with water and seek medical attention. Wash thoroughly after handling. Solution can be poisonous to animals. Keep out of reach of children and animals.
NOTE: • The fluid /eve/ can be expected to gredually fall as the brake pad and/or shoe wear. Brake fluid absorbs water over time and brake fluid with high water content may cause vapor lock or breke system malfunction. Replace your breke fluid in accordance with the maintenance schedule m your Owner's Manual.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Brake pedal
Check brake pedal stroke. If the stroke is so large, have the brake system inspected by a SUZUKI dealer. If you doubt th_e brake pedal is at its normal height, check 1t as follows:
54G108
Minimum distance between brake pedal and floor carpet "a"
LHD 101 mm (4.0 in)
RHD 89 mm (3.5 in)
6-34
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
With the engine running, measure the distance between the brake pedal and floor carpet when the pedal is depressed with approximately 30 kg (66 lbs) of force. The minimum distance required is as specified. Since your vehicle's brake system is selfadjusting, there is no need for pedal adjustment. If the pedal to floor carpet distance as measured above is less than the minimum distance required, have your vehicle inspected by a SUZUKI dealer.
NOTE: • When measuring the distance between the brake pedal and floor wall, be sure not to include the floor mat or rubber on the floor carpet in your measurement. Measure the distance at the brake pedal's side facing toward the passenger's door.
6-35
52RM70500
A WARNING
If you experience any of the following problems with your vehicle's brake system, have the vehicle inspected immediately by a SUZUKI dealer. Poor braking performance Uneven braking (brakes not working uniformly on all wheels.) Excessive pedal travel Brake dragging Excessive noise
Parking brake
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54G109
Ratchet tooth specification 11b": 4th-9th Lever pull force (1 ): 200 N (20 kg, 45 lbs)
Check the parking brake for proper adjustment by counting the number of clicks made by the ratchet teeth as you slowly pull up on the parking brake lever to the point of full engagement. The parking brake lever should stop between the specified ratchet teeth and the rear wheels should be securely locked. If the parking brake is not properly adjusted or the brakes drag is suspected even after the lever has been fully released, have the parking brake inspected and/or adjusted by a SUZUKI dealer.
INDEX
INDEX Brake system warning light ................................................ 2-41
Brakes ................................................................................... 6-33 Symbols Braking .................................................................................. 3-53 "SOS" button ..................................................................... 10-12 Brightness control ...................................................... 2-17. 2-26
A Built date ............................................................................... 10-1
Accelerator pedal ................................................................... 3-7 Bulb replacement ................................................................. 6-47
Accessory socket .................................................................. 5-6 C Adding coolant. .................................................................... 6-29 Catalytic converter ................................................................. 4-9 Adjusting headlight pattern ................................................ 2-60 Central door locking system ................................................. 2-3
Air cleaner ............................................................................ 6-30 Changing engine oil and filter ............................................. 6-26 Air conditioning system ...................................................... 6-58 Changing wheels .................................................................... 7-4 AIRBAG light ............................................................... 1-36. 2-45 Charging light ....................................................................... 2-44
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ................................... 3-54. 3-56 Chassis serial number ........................................................... 9-1 Anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light.. ................... 2-42 Child restraint ....................................................................... 10-1 Anti-theft feature .................................................................. 5-76 Child restraint system for countries applied Assist grips ............................................................................ 5-8 for UN Regulation No.16 ............................................. 1-20. 10-7 Automatic headlight leveling system warning light.. ....... 2-50 Child restraint systems ....................................................... 1-18
Automatic heating and air conditioning system Clock ............................................................................ 2-19. 2-29 (climate control) ................................................................... 5-23 Clutch pedal ................................................................... 3-7. 6-33 Automatic light operation ................................................... 2-56 Coolant level check .............................................................. 6-29 Automatic transmission ...................................................... 3-1 O Coolant replacement... ......................................................... 6-29 Average fuel consumption ......................................... 2-20. 2-30 Corrosion prevention ............................................................. 8-1 Average speed ..................................................................... 2-30 Cup holder ............................................................................ 5-11
8 Cup holder and storage area .............................................. 5-1 O
Battery .................................................................................. 6-41 D
Battery replacement .............................................................. 2-7
Bluetooth® audio ................................................................. 5-71
Bluetooth® hands-free ......................................................... 5-62
Daily inspection check list ..................................................... 3-1
Daytime running light .......................................................... 6-50
Daytime running light (D.R.L.) system ............................... 2-58 Brake assist system ............................................................ 3-53 Door locks ............................................................................... 2-2
Brake fluid ............................................................................ 6-33 Drive belt ............................................................................... 6-23 Brake pedal ................................................................... 3-7. 6-34
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INDEX
Listening to a CD ................................................................. 5-48
Listening to an iPod ............................................................ 5-58
Listening to an MP3/WMA/AAC disc .................................. 5-51
Listening to files stored in a USB device .......................... 5-55
Listening to the radio ................................................. 5-41, 5-43
Low engine coolant temperature light (blue color) .......... 2-48
Low fuel warning light ......................................................... 2-47
Low tyre pressure warning light ............................... 2-39, 3-64
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Main beam (high beam) indicator light .............................. 2-52
Maintenance recommended under severe
driving conditions .............................................................. 10-25
Maintenance recommended under severe
driving conditions (except for EU countries and Israel) .... 6-8
Maintenance recommended under severe
driving conditions (for EU countries and Israel) .............. 6-18
Maintenance schedule .......................................................... 6-2
Malfunction indicator light .................................................. 2-45
Manual heating and air conditioning system .................... 5-17
Manual transmission ............................................................. 3-8
Master warning indicator light ............................................ 2-54
Mirrors .................................................................................. 2-13
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Odometer ..................................................................... 2-20, 2-32
Oil change reminder light ................................................... 2-53
Oil filter replacement ........................................................•.. 6-27
Oil level check ...................................................................... 6-24
Oil pressure light ...................................•.................•........... 2-44
Open door warning light ..................................................... 2-47
Outside rearview mirrors ..........................•......................... 2-13
Outside rearview mirrors folding switch ........................... 2-14
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Parking brake ....................................................................... 6-35
Parking brake lever ................................................................ 3-5
Pedal ........•............................................................................... 3-6
Periodic maintenance schedule
(except for EU countries and lsrael) ..................................... 6-3
Periodic maintenance schedule
(for EU countries and Israel) ............................................... 6-13
Pinching prevention function ............................................. 2-12
Power-assisted brakes ........................................................ 3-53
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Radio antenna ...................................................................... 5-30
Raising vehicle with garage jack .......................................... 7-3
RDS (Radio Data System) .................................................... 5-45
Rear combination light ........................................................ 6-51
Rear differential oil.. ............................................................. 6-31
Rear fog light indicator light ............................................... 2-53
Rear fog light switch ............................................................ 2-60
Rear passenger's seat belt reminder light... ...................... 2-45
Rear seats ............................................................................... 1-5
Rear window wiper/washer switch ..................................... 2-69
Refill with oil and oil leakage check ................................... 6-28
Refilling ................................................................................. 6-25
Remote audio controls ........................................................ 5-74
Replacing tyres and/or wheels ........................................... 3-71
Running-in .............................................................................• 4-8
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Seat adjustment ..................................................................... 1-2
Seat belt inspection ............................................................. 1-17
Seat belt pretensioner system ............................................ 1-33
Seat belt reminder ................................................................ 1-15