2021 SUZUKI ALTO Owners Manual

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE9-23NOTE:When measuring the distance between the
brake pedal and floor wall, be sure not toinclude any floor covering other thansilencer mat in the measurement.If you experience any of the following
problems with your vehicle’s brake
system, have the vehicle inspected
immediately by your MARUTI SUZUKI
dealer.
Poor braking performance
Uneven braking (Brakes not working uniformly on all wheels.)
Excessive pedal travel
Brake dragging
Excessive noise
Pedal pulsation (Pedal pulsates
when depressed.)
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Ratchet tooth specification "b"
4th- 9th
Lever pull force (1)
200 N (20kg. 44 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 after
the lever has been fully released, have the
parking brake inspected and/or adjusted by
your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.
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STEERINGCheck the play of the steering wheel by
gently turning it from left to right and
measuring the distance that it moves before
you feel slight resistance. The play should
be between 0 – 30 mm (0.0 – 1.2 in).
Check that the steering wheel turns easily
and smoothly without rattling by turning it
all the way to the right and to the left while
driving very slowly in an open area. If the
amount of free play is outside the
specification or you find anything else to be
wrong, an inspection must be performed by
your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.
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EXAMPLE
PARKING BRAKE

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CLUTCH PEDAL
Measure the clutch pedal play by moving
the clutch pedal with your hand and
measuring the distance it moves until you
feel slight resistance. The play in the clutch
pedal should be between 15 – 20 mm (0.6
– 0.8 in) If the play is more or less than
the above, or clutch dragging is felt with the
pedal fully depressed, have the clutch
inspected by your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.
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TYRESThe front and rear tyre pressure
specifications for your vehicle are listed on
the Tyre Inflation Pressure Label and in the
“SPECIFICATIONS” section at the end of
this book. Both the front and rear tyres
should have the specified tyre pressure.
Tyre Inspection
Inspect your vehicle’s tyres periodically by
performing the following checks:
1) Measure the air pressure with a tyre gauge. Adjust the pressure if necessary.
Remember to check the spare tyre too.
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Air pressures should be checkedwhen the tyres are cold or you may
get inaccurate readings.
Check the inflation pressure from time to time while inflating the tyre
gradually, until the specified
pressure is obtained.
Never underinflate or overinflate the tyres.
Underinflation can cause unusual
handling characteristics or can
cause the rim to slip on the tyre
bead, resulting in an accident or
damage to the tyre or rim.
Overinflation can cause the tyre to
burst, resulting in personal injury.
Overinflation can also cause
unusual handling characteristics
which may result in an accident.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE9-252) Check that the depth of the tread grooveis more than 1.6 mm (0.06 in). To help
you check this, the tyres have moulded-
in tread wear indicators in the grooves.
When the indicators appear on the tread
surface, the remaining depth of the tread
is 1.6 mm (0.06 in) or less and the tyre
should be replaced.
3) Check for abnormal wear, cracks and damage. Any tyres with cracks or other
damage should be replaced. If any tyres
show abnormal wear, have them
inspected by your MARUTI SUZUKI
dealer.
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Hitting curbs and running over rocks
can damage tyres and affect wheel
alignment. Be sure to have tyres and
wheel alignment checked periodically
by your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.
4) Check for loose wheel nuts.
5) Check that there are no nails, stones, or other objects sticking into the tyres.
Your MARUTI SUZUKI is equipped
with tyres which are all the same type
and size. This is important to ensure
proper steering and handling of the
vehicle. Never mix tyres of different
size or type on the four wheels of
your vehicle. The size and type of
tyres used should be only those
approved by MARUTI SUZUKI as
standard or optional equipment for
your vehicle.
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Replacing the wheels and tyres
equipped on your vehicle with certain
combinations of aftermarket wheels
and tyres can significantly change the
steering and handling characteristics
of your vehicle. Therefore, use only
those wheel and tyre combinations
approved by MARUTI SUZUKI as
standard or optional equipment for
your vehicle.
Replacing the original tyres with tyres
of a different size may result in false
speedometer or odometer readings.
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Tyre RotationTo avoid uneven wear of your tyres and to
prolong their life, rotate the tyres as
illustrated. Tyres should be rotated as
recommended in the periodic maintenance
schedule. After rotation, adjust front and rear
tyre pressures to the specification listed on
your vehicle’s Tyre Inflation Pressure Label.Wheel Balancing
If the vehicle vibrates abnormally on smooth
road, have the wheels balanced at Maruti
Suzuki authorized workshop.
Wheel Alignment
In case of abnormal tyre wear or pulling
towards one side, have the wheel aligned
at Maruti Suzuki authorized workshop.
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Changing Wheels
To change a wheel, use the following
procedure:
1) Remove the jack , tools and spare wheelfrom the vehicleNOTE:If it is hard to loosen the bolt that securesthe spare tyre, use the jack crank as
illustrated.2) Loosen, but do not remove the wheel nuts.
3) Jack up the vehicle (follow the jacking instructions in the EMERGENCY
SERVICE section in this manual)
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4) Remove the wheel nuts and wheel.
5) Before installing the new wheel, cleanany mud or dirt off from the surface of
the wheel and hub with a clean cloth.
Clean the hub carefully; it may be hot
from driving.
6) Install the new wheel and replace the wheel nuts with their cone shaped end
facing the wheel. Tighten each nut
snugly by hand until the wheel is
securely seated on the hub.
7) Lower the jack and fully tighten the nuts [to 8.5 kg-m (61.5 lb-ft)] in a crisscross
fashion with a wrench as shown in the
illustration.
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Use MARUTI Genuine wheel nuts and
tighten them to the specified torque
as soon as possible after changing
wheels. Incorrect wheel nuts or
improperly tightened wheel nuts may
come loose or fall off, which can
result in an accident. If you do not
have a torque wrench, have the wheel
nut torque checked by a MARUTI
SUZUKI authorized dealer.
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Tubeless Tyres (If equipped)
The vehicle is equipped with Tubeless
Tyres. In tubeless tyre, a thin layer of butyl
rubber is used for lining the inside of the
tubeless tyre. This layer is to prevent air
loss and fulfilling the purpose of tube. The
air pressure is maintained by the sealing
between tyre bead and wheel rim. Tubeless
tyres are having advantage of slow air loss
and preventing sudden deflation while
driving.
Care and maintenance tips for tubeless
tyres
1. Always maintain recommended inflation
pressure. Driving continously at low
inflation pressure can lead to tyre dam-
age.
2. In case any leakage is found, check for any nail penetration/valve core damage
or rim bent. Damaged wheel must not
be used.
3. In case tyre has run at low pressue, it must be inspected for any defect.
4. Whenver new tyre is fitted, replace the valve.
5. If continous high speed driving is required, increase tyres pressure by 5
psi over recommended inflation pressure.

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6. Never run the tyre beyond TWI (Treadwear indicator). The tyre is recommen-
ded to be replaced when the remaining
tread has worn to this point. The indica-
tors are spaced across the tread around
the tyre marked by a triagular symbol
(TWI).
7. Always prefer tubeless tyre mounting machine. In case of manual mounting-
tyre/wheel rim damage may occur.
8. In case of any problem, please get in touch with MARUTI SUZUKI authorised
dealer.
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76G-09-038
Batteries produce flammable hydrogen
gas. Keep flames and sparks away
from the battery or an explosion may
occur. Never smoke when working in
the vicinity of the battery.
When checking or servicing the
battery, disconnect the negative cable.
Be careful not to cause a short circuit
by allowing metal objects to contact
the battery posts and the vehicle at
the same time.
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EXAMPLE-1
EXAMPLE-2BATTERY

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE9-29To avoid harm to yourself or damage
to your vehicle or battery, follow the
jump starting instructions in the
EMERGENCY SERVICE section of this
manual if it is necessary to jump start
your vehicle.
The level of the battery solution must be
kept between the “MAX” and the “MIN” level
lines at all times. If the level is found to be
below the “MIN” level line, add distilled
water to the “MAX” level line. You should
periodically check the battery, battery
terminals, and battery hold-down bracket for
corrosion. Remove corrosion using a stiff
brush and ammonia mixed with water, or
baking soda mixed with water. After
removing corrosion, rinse with clean water.
If your vehicle is not going to be driven for
a month or longer, disconnect the cable from
the negative terminal of the battery to help
prevent discharge.
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FUSES
1 . Main fuse
2 . Primary fuse (IG)
3 . Primary fuse (Not under ignition switch)
4 . Empty
5 . Empty
6 . Headlight (R)
7 . Headlight (L)
8 . Empty
9 . Radiator fan motor fuse
0 . Fuel injection system fuse
c . Air conditioner (If equipped)
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1. Main fuse
2 . Primary fuse (IG)
3 . Primary fuse (Not under ignition switch)
4 . Empty
5 . Empty
6 . Headlight (R)
7 . Headlight (L)
8 . Blower
9 . Radiator fan motor fuse
0 . Fuel injection system fuse
c . Air conditioner (If equipped)
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ALTO ALTO K10

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This vehicle has three types of fuses, as
described below :
Main Fuse - The main fuse takes current
directly from the battery.
Primary Fuses - These fuses are between
the main fuse and individual fuses, and are
for electrical load groups.
Individual Fuses - These fuses are in the
fuse box and for individual electrical circuits.
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EXAMPLE1. HEATER 10A
2 . WIPER/WASHER 15A
3 . BLANK
4 . STOP 10A
5 . TAIL 10A
6 . RADIO/DOME 15A
7 . HORN HAZARD 15A
8 . BLOWER 25A
9 . IG 15A
0 . TURN/BACK 10A
c . STEERING 30A
d . CIGAR 15A
e . STARTER FUSE 30A
f . FUSE PULLER
Main Fuse and Primary Fuses
The main fuse and primary fuses are
located in the engine compartment. If the
main fuse blows, no electrical component
will function. If a primary fuse blows, no
electrical component in the corresponding
load group will function. When replacing the
main fuse or a primary fuse, use a MARUTI
genuine replacement.
If the main fuse or a primary fuse
blows, be sure to have your vehicle
inspected by an authorized MARUTI
SUZUKI dealer. Always use a MARUTI
genuine replacement. Never use a
substitute such as a wire even for a
temporary repair, or extensive
electrical damage and a fire can result.
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MAIN FUSE / PRIMARY FUSES
80A All Electric Load
60A CIGAR, TURN/BACK, I.G./METER,
(IG) HEATER, REAR DEFG, WIPER/
WASHER, POWER WINDOW
60A DOOR LOCK, TAIL, STOP, RADIO/
DOME, HORN/HAZARD
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ALTO