2022 SUZUKI JIMNY Traction
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NOTICE
Never operate your vehicle in 114H" or 114L11 on dry pavement and, as much as possible, avoid using 114H" or 114L" on wet pavement, as this puts severe stress on the drive train, especially during tight cornering, and can d~mage it. Also, you may have some d1ff1~ culty in steering.
Off-Road Driving
Your vehicle has specific design characteristics for off-road driving. When you leave the paved road, you will encounter driving surfaces of all kinds which may change continually as you drive. In most cases, offroad driving requires the use of 4-wheel drive.
Use Caution on Steep Inclines
Always inspect hills before you attempt to drive up them. Know what is on the other side and how you will get back down. If you have any doubt that it. is safe, do not attempt to drive over a hill. Nev".r d_nve your vehicle up an extremely steep incline. Coming down a steep hill can be trickier than getting up one. Keep the vehicle heading straight down the hill and use low gear. Do not lock the brake~. If the vehicle begins to slide, accelerate slightly to regain steering control.
DRIVING TIPS
Do not Drive Across the Side of
Hills
Driving across the side of a hill can be extremely hazardous. Most of the vehicle'.s weight will be transferred to the downhill tyres, which could result in the vehicle rolling sideways. Whenever possible, avoid this potential hazard. Also, 1f you have to exit your vehicle on a side-hill, always get out on the uphill side.
Wear Your Seat Belts at All Times
You and your passengers should use the seat belts at all times when driving offroad. For proper seat belt use, refer to the "Seat Belts" section in this manual.
Avoid Sudden Reactions in Mud,
Ice, or Snow
Be careful when off-road conditions are slippery. Reduce your speed and avoid sudden movements of the vehicle. Be aware that driving in deep snow or mud can cause a loss of traction and an increase in the resistance to the vehicle's forward motion. Use 4WD low gear (4L) and maintain a steady but moderate speed with a light touch on the steering wheel and brakes.
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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.
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INDEX
Seat belt warning ................................................................. 10-3 Transfer lever ....................................................................... 3-16
Seat belts and child restraint systems ................................ 1-7 Transfer oil.. .......................................................................... 6-31
Seat position adjustment lever ............................................. 1-3 Trip meter ..................................................................... 2-20, 2-32
Seatback angle adjustment lever ......................................... 1-3 Turn signal control lever ..................................................... 2-66
Selection of coolant. ............................................................ 6-28 Turn signal indicators .......................................................... 2-52
Selector position/ Gearshift indicator ............................... 2-19 Turn signal operation .......................................................... 2-66
Setting mode ........................................................................ 2-23 Tyre changing tool ................................................................. 7-1
Side airbags and side curtain airbags ............................... 1-41 Tyre inspection ..................................................................... 6-37
Side door locks ...................................................................... 2-2 Tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) ......................... 3-63
Side turn signal light ........................................................... 6-49 Tyre rotation ......................................................................... 6-38
Spark plugs .......................................................................... 6-30 Tyres ...................................................................................... 6-36
Specified oil .......................................................................... 6-23 u Speed limiter ........................................................................ 3-25 USB socket ............................................................................. 5-7 Speedometer ............................................................... 2-16, 2-26 Using transmission ................................................................ 3-8 Stability control system ...................................................... 3-56 V Starting engine ....................................................................... 3-7
Steering wheel ..................................................................... 6-36 Vehicle cleaning ..................................................................... 8-2
Vehicle identification ............................................................. 9-1 Sun visor ................................................................................ 5-4
Supplemental restraint system (airbags) .......................... 1-35
SUZUKI SAFETY SUPPORT ................................................ 3-27
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Tachometer ................................................................. 2-16, 2-26
Tailgate ................................................................................... 2-3
Theft deterrent alarm system ............................................... 2-8
Vehicle swaying warning ..................................................... 3-34
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Warning and indicator lights ............................................... 2-39
Warning and indicator messages ....................................... 2-35
Washing .................................................................................. 8-4
Waxing .................................................................................... 8-6
Windows ............................................................................... 2-10 Theft deterrent light ............................................................. 2-10 Windshield washer ............................................................... 2-68 Thermometer ............................................................... 2-19, 2-29 Windshield washer fluid ...................................................... 6-57 Tilt steering lock lever. ........................................................ 2-70
Towing your vehicle (recreational towing) .......................... 7-6
Traction control system ...................................................... 3-56
Traffic sign recognition ....................................................... 3-39
Trailer towing ....................................................................... 2-72
Windshield wiper and washer lever ................................... 2-67
Windshield wipers ................................................................ 2-68
Wiper and washer operation ............................................... 2-68
Wiper blades ......................................................................... 6-54
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