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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
54P00-01E
ENG A-STOP system
(engine auto stop start
system) (if equipped)
The ENG A-STOP system (engine auto
stop start system) automatically stops and
restarts the engine without operating the
ignition switch or the engine switch when
the vehicle is stopped, such as at a traffic
signal or in a traffic jam, to reduce exhaust
gases and fuel consumption.
• When the vehicle will be stopped for a
long time or when you will leave the
vehicle unattended, turn the ignition
switch to “LOCK” position or press the
engine switch to stop the engine.
NOTE:
If your vehicle is equipped with the auto air
conditioning system, you can change the
auto engine stop condition via the informa-
tion display. Refer to “Information display”
in “BEFORE DRIVING” section.
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The ENG A-STOP system is automatically
activated when the ignition switch is turned
to “ON” position or the engine switch is
pressed to change the ignition mode to
“ON”.
The system activation also requires the fol-
lowing conditions:
• Driver’s seat belt is fastened.
• Driver’s door is closed.
• Engine hood is closed.
For more details, refer to the explanation
below.
WA R N I N G
• Do not get out of the vehicle when
the engine is stopping by the ENG
A-STOP system. If the driver’s seat
belt is unfastened and the driver’s
door is opened, the engine will
stall.
• When the engine does not restart
automatically even if you operate it
properly, start the engine using the
ignition switch or engine switch.
– Continuously stopping on the
road may result in rear crash.
– In case the vehicle moves, the
steering and braking operation
will require more efforts.
NOTICE
Only use the vehicle battery types
that have been approved by SUZUKI
vehicle manufacturer, otherwise you
could damage your vehicle, and the
ENG A-STOP system could not be
available. If a vehicle battery has to
be replaced, consult your authorized
SUZUKI dealer.
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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
54P00-01E
Emergency stop signal (ESS) (if equipped)
ESS stands for Emergency Stop Signal.
ESS is a feature that gives a warning to a following vehicle by flashing all turn signal lights
faster than usual if all the following conditions are met. Also, within these conditions, it will
flash along with your turn signal in the instrument cluster.
• When you slam down on the brakes at speeds of approximately 55 km/h (34 mph) or
over.
• When the ABS is activated or when you suddenly brake similar to activating the ABS.
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The ESS will stop functioning in the following situations:
• When you release the brake
• When the ABS is no longer activated
• When you turn on the hazard warning switch
• When the car is no longer rapidly decelerating
EXAMPLENOTE:
• The ESS feature cannot be deactivated.
• Use of the hazard warning switch should
be given preference over the ESS.
• When driving on the following surfaces
and the ABS gives out momentarily, the
ESS may not function.
– When driving on slippery surfaces
– When driving over bumps on the road
such as highway joint seams
WA R N I N G
Although the ESS is designed to
reduce the number of rear-end
crashes that occur from sudden brak-
ing, by warning a following vehicle, it
cannot prevent all crashes. Always
make an effort to drive safely and
avoid unnecessary sudden braking
when stopping or decelerating.
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NOTE:
• The information display shows the
above warning and indicator message
when this light comes on.
• When the tire inflation pressure is
adjusted in high altitude areas, the low
tire pressure light may not turn off even
after tire inflation pressure adjustment. In
this case, adjust the inflation pressure to
a slightly higher pressure than the one
shown on the tire information placard.
• The low tire pressure warning light may
turn off temporarily after coming on. This
could be due to increase of surface tem-
perature after long distance driving or
traveling to a high temperature area.
Even if the tire pressure warning light
turns off after coming on, check the infla-
tion pressure of all tires.
• To reduce the chance that the low tire
pressure warning light will come on due
to normal changes in temperature and
atmospheric pressure, it is important to
check and adjust the tire pressures
when the tires are cold. If you check tiresafter driving, they are warm. Even if the
tire pressure seems to be good in this
condition, it could fall below the specified
pressure when tires cool down. Also, if
tires are inflated to the specified pres-
sure in a warm garage, the tire pressure
could fall below the specified one when
you drive the vehicle outside in very cold
temperature. If you adjust the tire pres-
sure in a garage that is warmer than the
outside temperature, you should add
1 kPa to the recommended cold tire
inflation pressure for every 0.8°C differ-
ence between garage temperature and
outside temperature.
TPMS malfunction indicator
Your vehicle has also been equipped with
a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate
when the system is not operating properly.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is com-
bined with the low tire pressure telltale.
When the system detects a malfunction,
the telltale will flash for about 75 seconds
and then remain continuously illuminated.
This sequence will continue upon subse-
quent vehicle start-ups as long as the mal-
function exists.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is not
reset even after the engine is turned off; it
remains in the on state until the normal
conditions are restored.
When the malfunction indicator is illumi-
nated, the system may not be able to
detect or signal low tire pressure as
intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur
for a variety of reasons, including the
installation of replacement or alternate
tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent
the TPMS from functioning properly.
Always check the TPMS malfunction tell-
tale after replacing one or more tires or
wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the
replacement or alternate tires and wheels
allow the TPMS to continue to function
properly.
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
54P00-01E
Selecting the reception band
Press the “FM/AM/DAB” button (1).
Each time the button is pressed, the recep-
tion band will change as follows:
Seek tuning
Press UP button (2) or DOWN button (3).
The unit stops searching for a station at a
frequency where a broadcast station is
available.
NOTE:
If AF is on, the unit searches for RDS sta-
tions only.
Manual tuning
Turn “TUNE/FLD PUSH SOUND” knob (4).
The frequency being received is displayed.Preset memory
1) Select the desired station.
2) Hold down a desired button ([1] to [6])
of PRESET buttons (5) to which you
want to store the station for 2 seconds
or longer.
Auto store
Hold down “AS” button (6) for 2 seconds or
longer.
6 stations in good reception will automati-
cally be stored to PRESET buttons (5) in
order, starting from a station whose fre-
quency is the lowest.
NOTE:
• Auto store can be released by pressing
“AS” button (6) while auto store is under
way.
• When the auto store is performed, the
station previously stored in the memory
at the position is overwritten.
• When there are fewer than 6 stations that
can be stored even if 1 round of auto
store operation is performed, no station
will be stored at the remaining PRESET
buttons (5).
• 6 stations can be preset for FM1 and
FM2 in common, and 6 stations for MW
in auto store mode.
• If AF is on, the unit searches for RDS
stations only.Auto store mode on/off
Press “AS” button (6).
Each time the button is pressed, the mode
is switched as follows:
Radio reception
Radio reception can be affected by envi-
ronment, atmospheric conditions, or radio
signal’s power and distance from the sta-
tion. Nearby mountains and buildings may
interfere or deflect radio reception, causing
poor reception. Poor reception or radio
static can also be caused by electric cur-
rent from overhead wires or high voltage
power lines.
FM1 FM2 DAB1 (if equipped)
MW LW DAB2 (if equipped)
AS mode on AS mode off
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
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Selecting the FM band
Press “FM” button (1).
Each time the button is pressed, the recep-
tion band will change as follows:
Selecting the AM band
Press “AM” button (2).
Seek tuning
Press UP button (3) or DOWN button (4).
The unit stops searching for a station at a
frequency where a broadcast station is
available.
Manual tuning
Turn “TUNE/FLD PUSH SOUND” knob (5).
The frequency being received is displayed.
Preset memory
1) Select the desired station.
2) Hold down a desired button ([1] to [6])
of the PRESET buttons (6) to which you
want to store the station for 2 seconds
or longer.Auto store
Hold down “AS” button (7) for 2 seconds or
longer.
6 stations in good reception will automati-
cally be stored to PRESET buttons (6) in
order, starting from a station whose fre-
quency is the lowest.
NOTE:
• Auto store can be released by pressing
“AS” button (7) while auto store is under
way.
• When the auto store is performed, the
station previously stored in the memory
at the position is overwritten.
• When there are fewer than 6 stations
that can be stored even if 1 round of
auto store operation is performed, no
station will be stored at the remaining
PRESET buttons (6).
• 6 stations can be preset for FM1 and
FM2 in common, and 6 stations for AM
in auto store mode.
Auto store mode on/off
Press “AS” button (7).
Each time the button is pressed, the mode
is switched as follows:Radio reception
Radio reception can be affected by envi-
ronment, atmospheric conditions, or radio
signal’s power and distance from the sta-
tion. Nearby mountains and buildings may
interfere or deflect radio reception, causing
poor reception. Poor reception or radio
static can also be caused by electric cur-
rent from overhead wires or high voltage
power lines.
FM1 FM2
AS mode on AS mode off
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
54P00-01E
Troubleshooting
When encountering a problem, check and follow the instructions below.
If the described suggestions do not solve the problem, it is recommended to take the unit to your authorized SUZUKI dealer.
ProblemPossible causePossible solution
Common
Unable to operate The security function is on.When “SECURITY” is displayed, enter
the ID.
When “HELP” is displayed, contact your
authorized SUZUKI dealer.
Unable to turn on the power
(No sound is produced)Fuse is blown. Contact your authorized SUZUKI dealer.
Radio
Much noiseIt may not be exactly tuned in to the sta-
tion.Tune it in exactly to the station.
Unable to receive by auto tuningThere may be no station emitting signals
powerful enough.Pick up a station by manual tuning.
If AF is on, the unit searches for RDS sta-
tions only.Turn off AF.
CD
Sound skips or noise producedThe disc is dirty. Wipe the disc with a soft cloth.
The disc has a major scratch or is
warped.Replace the disc with the one which has
no scratch and warp.
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VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING
54P00-01E
WA R N I N G
Your vehicle should be handled in a
different way when towing a trailer.
For the safety of yourself and others,
observe the following precautions:
• Practice turning, stopping, and
reversing before you begin towing
a trailer in traffic. Do not tow a
trailer in traffic until you are confi-
dent that you can handle the vehi-
cle and trailer safely.
• Never exceed towing speed limits
or 80 km/h (50 mph), whichever is
lower.
• Never drive at a speed that causes
shaking or swaying of the trailer. If
you notice even the slightest sign
of shaking or swaying, slow down.
• When roads are wet, slippery or
rough, drive at a slower speed than
you would on dry or smooth roads.
Failure to slow down when road
conditions are bad can result in
loss of control.
• Always have someone guide you
when reversing.
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WA R N I N G
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• Allow adequate stopping distance.
Stopping distance is increased
when you tow a trailer. For each 16
km/h (10 mph) of speed, allow at
least one vehicle and trailer length
between you and the vehicle
ahead. Allow a greater stopping
distance if roads are wet or slip-
pery.
• If the trailer has over-run brakes,
apply the brakes gradually to avoid
snatching caused by the trailer
wheels locking.
• Slow down before corners and
maintain a steady speed while cor-
nering. Deceleration or accelera-
tion while cornering can result in
loss of control. Remember that a
larger than normal turning radius is
needed because the trailer wheels
will be closer than vehicle wheels
to the inside of the turn.
• Avoid sudden acceleration and
stopping of the vehicle. Do not
make quick maneuvers unless they
are necessary.
• Slow down in cross winds and be
prepared for gusts of wind from
large passing vehicles.
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WA R N I N G
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• Be careful when overtaking other
vehicles. Allow enough room for
your trailer before changing lanes,
and use turn signal lights properly
in advance.
• Slow down and shift into a lower
gear before you reach long or steep
downhill grades. It is hazardous to
attempt downshifting while you are
descending a hill.
• Do not step on the brake pedal
strongly. This could cause the
brakes to over-heat resulting in
reduced braking efficiency. Use
engine braking as much as possi-
ble.
• Because of the added trailer
weight, your engine may overheat
on hot days when going up long or
steep hills. Pay attention to your
engine temperature gauge. If it indi-
cates overheating, pull off the road
and stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Refer to “Engine trouble: Overheat-
ing” in “EMERGENCY SERVICE”
section.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
54P00-01E
Side turn signal light (if equipped)
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Since the bulb is built-in type, replace it as
the light assembly. Remove the light
assembly by sliding the light housing left-
ward with your finger.
Front turn signal light and front position light
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(1) Front turn signal light
(2) Front position light
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1) Open the engine hood. To remove the
bulb holder of the front turn signal light
(1) or the front position light (2) from the
light housing, turn the holder counter-
clockwise and pull it out.
(1)(2)
(1) (2)