2021 SUZUKI JIMNY Fender

DRIVING TIPS
Snow chains
Snow chains should only be used if they are needed to increase traction or are required by law. Check that the chains you use are the correct size for your vehicle's tyres. Also check that there is enough clearance between the fenders and the chains as installed on the tyres. Install the chains on the rear tyres tightly, according to the chain manufacturer's instructions. Retighten the chains after driving about 1.0 km (1/2 mile) if neces­sary. With the chains installed, drive slowly.
NOTICE
If you hear the chains hitting against the vehicle body while driving, stop and tighten them.
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Do not drive in the field covered
with grown grass
If you drive in the field covered with grass, it may cause accident or vehicle damage by getting caught in grown grass.
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
If your vehicle gets stuck in snow, mud, or sand, follow the directions below:
1) Shift the transfer shift lever into the "4L"
position. 2) Shift the transmission back and forth between a forward range (or first gear for manual transmission) and reverse. This will create a rocking motion which may give you enough momentum to free the vehicle. Press gently on the accelerator to keep wheel spin to a min­imum. Remove your foot from the accelerator while shifting. Do not race the engine. Excessive wheel spin will cause the tyres to dig deeper, making it more difficult to free the vehicle. 3) If your vehicle remains stuck after a few minutes of rocking, get another vehicle to pull you out.
A WARNING
Do not allow anyone to stand near the vehicle when you are rocking it, and do not spin the wheels faster than an indicated 40 km/h (25 mph) on the speedometer. Personal injury and/or vehicle damage may result from spinning the wheels too fast.
NOTICE
• Release the accelerator pedal when operating the gearshift lever or the transfer lever. Operating the gear­shift lever or the transfer lever with the engine racing can damage the gears and the free axle mechanism. • Do not continue rocking the vehicle for more than a few minutes. Pro­longed rocking can cause engine overheating, transmission, trans­fer case, axles, propeller shaft or differential damage, or tyre dam­age.

A WARNING
In addition to following the driving tips in this section, it is important to observe the following precautions. • Check that your tyres are in good condition and always maintain the specified tyre pressure. Refer to "Tyres" in "INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE" section for details. (Continued)
A WARNING
(Continued) Do not use tyres other than those specified by SUZUKI. Never use dif­ferent sizes or types of tyres on the front and rear wheels. For informa­tion regarding the specified tyres, refer to the tyre information label located on the driver's door lock pillar. Never use oversized tyres or spe~ cial shock absorbers and springs to raise uack up) your vehicle. This will change the handling character­istics. Oversized tyres may also rub against the fender over bumps, causing vehicle damage, drive train damage or tyre failure. After driving through water, test the brakes while driving at a slow speed to see if they have main­tained their normal effectiveness. If the brakes are less effective than normal, dry them by repeatedly applying the brakes while driving slowly until the brakes have regained their normal effective­ness.
DRIVING TIPS
When encountering a flooded area
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Avoid driving in a flooded area or a deep puddle. If driving in a flooded area is unavoidable, go slowly in the lowest gear. In case that you have driven in a flooded area, stop the vehicle in a safe place while checking the brake effectiveness. Then, ask a SUZUKI dealer or a qualified work­shop to check the following inspection items. Function of brake Function of electrical components Changes of oil level and quality for engine, transmission and differential. In case that the oil is turbid whitely, water has been mixed in the oil and an oil change is required. Lubricant condition of the bearings, sus­pension joints, etc.
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Front fog light (if equipped)
1) Start the engine. Turn the steering
wheel to the opposite side of the b~6 light to be replaced to repla_ce the easily. Then turn off the engine.
2) Remove the clips (1) and screw (2) at
the bottom of bumper. d For removing the clip, use a _flat-blade screwdriver as shown in the ,11ustrat1on.
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3) Open the end of the cover inside the fender.
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4) Disconnect the coupler (3) ~Y1t~~~~:~ the lock release. Turn the u . (4) counterclockwise and remove ,t.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Daytime running light (if equipped)
Models without front fog light
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Models with front fog light
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1) To approach the daytime running light, open the end of the cover inside the front fender. Refer to the procedure for the bulb replacement of the "Front Fog Light" in this section.
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2) Disconnect the coupler by pushing the lock release. Turn the bulb holder coun­terclockwise and remove ii.
NOTE: Depending on the vehicle's specification, the daytime running light is located under the front fog light, but the replace method is same as the above.
Rear combination light
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1) Remove the nuts (1) and pull the rear combination light from the rear bumper by pushing the hooks (A).

NOTICE
Never apply a garage jack to the exhaust pipe, front fender splash guard, side sill splash, rear fender splash guard, front differential or rear differential.
NOTE: For more details, contact a SUZUKI dealer.
Changing wheels
To change a wheel, use the following pro­
cedure: 1) Prepare the jack, tools and spare tyre. 2) Loosen, but do not remove the wheel nuts. 3) Jack up the vehicle (follow the jacking instructions in this section).
A WARNING
Shift into "P" (Park) for an automatic transmission, or into 11R" (Reverse) for a manual transmission vehicle when you jack up the vehicle. Never jack up the vehicle with the transmission in "N" (Neutral). OthR erwise, unstable jack may cause an accident.
4) Remove the wheel nuts and wheel.
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5) Clean any mud or dirt off from the sur­face of the wheel (1 ), hub (2), thread part (3) and surface of the wheel nuts (4) with a clean cloth. Clean the hub carefully; it may be hot from driving.
EMERGENCY SERVICE
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.
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Tightening torque for wheel nut 100 Nm (10.0 kg-m, 72.3 lb-ft)
7) Lower the jack and fully tighten the nuts with a wheel wrench in numerical order as shown in the illustration.
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NOTICE
Do not use chemical products that contain silicon to wipe electrical components such as the air condi­tioning system, audio1 navigation system, or other switches. These will cause damage to the components.
NOTICE
Liquid such as liquid aromatics, soft drinks or juice may cause dis­coloration, wrinkles, and cracking to resin-based parts and textiles. Immediately wipe it dry with tissue paper or a soft cloth. Do not leave leather products with color, fur or vinyl products, etc. in your vehicle for long periods. It may cause discoloration or deterio­ration of interior.
Cleaning exterior
NOTICE
It is important that your vehicle be kept clean and free from dirt. Failure to keep your vehicle clean may result in fading of the paint or corrosion to various parts of the vehicle body.
Caring for aluminum wheels
NOTE: Do not use an acidic or alkaline deter­gent, or a cleaner containing petroleum solvent to wash aluminum wheels. These types of cleaner will cause per­manent spots, disco/oration and cracks on finished surfaces and damage to cen­ter caps. Do not use a bristle brush and soap con­taining an abrasive material. These will damage finished surfaces.
APPEARANCE CARE
Washing
A WARNING
Never attempt to wash and wax your vehicle with the engine run­ning. When cleaning the underside of the body and fender, where there may be sharp-edged parts, wear gloves and a long-sleeved shirt to protect your hands and arms from being cut. After washing your vehicle, care­
fully test the brakes before driving to check that they have maintained their normal effectiveness.
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