APPEARANCE CARE
Corrosion prevention
It is_ important to take good care of your vehicle to protect it from corrosion. Listed below are instructions for how to maintain your vehicle to prevent corrosion. Please read and follow these instructions carefully.
Important information about corro
sion
Common causes of corrosion 1) Accumulation of road salt, dirt moisture or chemicals in hard-to-reach areas of the vehicle underbody or frame. 2) Chipping, scratches and any damage to treated or painted metal surfaces resulting from minor accidents or abrasion by stones and gravel.
Environmental conditions which accelerate corrosion 1) Road salt, dust control chemicals, sea breeze or industrial pollution will all accelerate the corrosion of metal. 2) High humidity will increase the rate of corrosion particularly when the temperature range is just above the freezing point. 3) Moisture in certain areas of a vehicle for an extended period of lime may promote corrosion even though other body sections may be completely dry.
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4) High temperatures will cause an accelerated rate of corrosion to parts of the vehicle which are not well-ventilated to permit quick drying.
This information illustrates the necessity of keeping your vehicle (particularly the ~nderbody) as clean and dry as possible. It Is equally important to repair any damage to the paint or protective coatings as soon as possible.
How to help prevent corrosion
Wash your vehicle frequently The_ best way to preserve the finish on your vehicle and to help avoid corrosion is to keep it clean with frequent washing. Wash your vehicle at least once during the winter and once immediately after the winter. K<:ep your vehicle, particularly the underside, as clean and dry as possible. If you frequently drive on salted roads your vehicle should be washed at least once a month during the winter. If you live near the ocean, your vehicle should be washed at least once a month throughout the year.
For washing instructions, refer to "Vehicle cleaning" section.
Remove foreign material deposits Foreign materials such as salts chemicals road oil or tar, tree sap, bird droppings and industnal fall-out may damage the finish of your vehicle if it is left on painted surfaces. Remove these types of deposits as quickly as possible. If these deposits are difficult to wash off, an additional cleaner may be required. Check that any cleaner you use is not harmful to painted surfaces and is specifically intended for your purposes. Follow the manufacturer's directions when using these special cleaners.
Repair finish damage Carefully examine your vehicle for damage to the painted surfaces. Should you find any chip~ or scratches in the paint, touch them up 1mmed1ately to prevent corrosion from starting. If the chips or scratches have gone through to the bare metal have a qualified body shop make the rep~ir.
Keep passenger and luggage compartments clean Moisture, dirt or mud can accumulate under the floor mats and may cause corrosion. Occasionally, check under these mats to ensure that this area is clean and dry. More fr~quent checks are necessary if the vehicle Is used for off-road driving or in wet weather. Certain cargos such as chemicals, fertilizers, cleaners, salts, etc. are extremely corrosive by nature. These products should be transported in sealed containers. If they
SPECIFICATION
Vehicle identification
Chassis serial number
78RB10001
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for some vehicles)
00000
78RB10003
The chassis and/or engine serial numbers are used to register the vehicle. They are also used to assist a SUZUKI dealer when ordering or referring to special service information. Whenever you have occasion to consult a SUZUKI dealer, remember to identify your vehicle with this number. Should you find the number difficult to read, you will also find it on the identifica
tion plate.
Engine serial number
78RB10004
The engine serial number is stamped on the cylinder block as shown in the illustration.
SPECIFICATION
ITEM: Recommended fuel/ lubricants and capacities (approx.)
Manual transmission oil "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W" 1.2 L (2.1 Imp pt)
Automatic transmission oil "SUZUKI ATF 3317 or Mobil ATF3309 or equivalent to DEXRON® -111" 5.7 L (10.0 Imp pt)
Differential oil Front 1.6 L (2.8 Imp pt) "SUZUKI SUPER GEAR OIL 75W-85 SYNTHETIC" Rear 1.3 L (2.3 Imp pt)
Transfer oil "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W" 1.21 L (2.1 Imp pt)
Brake fluid / Clutch fiuid SAE J1703 or DOT3 -
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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
No.Using Conditions • When temperature under -40-C . • On miring or sand ground . • On big gradient road . • In extreme nature condition: rainstorm, typhoon, cyclone, snowstorm, thunder•storm. etc . • Loading dangerous heavy, for instance: melted metal. acidity substance, radioactivity substance or specially crisp goods • • Contact with hood directly . • Using on boat. • The ground with difference in level.
Operation Instructions Whenever a wheel is changed, always remove any corrosion that may be present on inside of wheel and wheel mounting surface on vehicle. Details: Please operate according to the "operation instructions", Operate the jack on the level ground while checking the jack and the load. Musln"I operate under raising load, unless the load is fastened surely . • Park the car on the nat, love ground and apply the brake firmly. • Set transmission in "reverse"(automalic transmission in ·park") . • Turn on the hazard warning Hasher . • Remove jacklng tools and spare tire from stowage area . • Block fFont and rear of wheel diagonally opposlte wheel being removed before operating jack .
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Maintenance • Please prevent the JACK SCREW from accretion of dirt . • Check the nameplate, keep the shape same as original. • No-re jigger the Jack's construction privately . • After any use, consult immediately your Suzuki Dealer or Service Partner for inspection and maintenance of the jack . • If the label (slicker) is damaged, pt ease consult your Suzuki Dealer or Service Partner.