A WARNING
In addition to following the driving tips in this section, it is important to observe the following precautions for on-road and off-road driving. Driver and passengers should wear seat belts at all times. Do not let anyone else drive your vehicle unless they are also aware of the vehicle characteristics and handling differences described in this section. Avoid loaning your vehicle to any• one unless you accompany them. Make sure your tyres are in good condition and always maintain the specified tyre pressure. Refer to "Tyres" in the "INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE" section for details. Do not use tyres other than those specified by SUZUKI. Never use dif• ferent sizes or types of tyres on the front and rear wheels. For informa• lion regarding the specified tyres, refer to the "SPECIFICATIONS" section. Never use oversized tyres or special shock absorbers and springs to raise uack up) your vehicle. This will raise the center of gravity of the vehicle and change its handling characteristics. (Continued)
A WARNING
(Continued) After driving through water, mud, or sandy ground, test the brakes while driving at a slow speed to see if they have maintained their nor• mal 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 nor• mal effectiveness. After extended operation in mud, sand, or water, have the brakes, bearings and joint parts etc. inspected by a SUZUKI dealer as soon as possible.
DRIVING TIPS
Running-in
NOTICE
The future performance and reliabil• ity of the engine depends on the care and restraint exercised during its early life. It is especially important to observe the following precautions during the first 960 km (600 miles) of vehicle operation. • After starting, do not race the engine. Warm ii up gradually. • Avoid prolonged vehicle operation at a constant speed. Moving parts will break in better if you vary your speed. Start off from a stop slowly. Avoid full throttle starts. Avoid hard braking, especially during the first 320 km (200 miles) of driving. Do not drive slowly with the !rans• mission in a high gear. Drive the vehicle at moderate engine speeds. Do not tow a trailer during the first 960 km (600 miles) of vehicle oper• ation.
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Improving fuel economy
The following instructions will help you improve fuel economy.
Avoid excessive idling If you park your vehicle for more than one minute, stop the engine and start it again later. When warming up a cold engine, do not allow the engine to idle or apply full throttle until the engine has reached operating temperature. Allow the engine to warm up by driving.
Avoid fast starts F~st starts away from lights or stop signs will consume fuel unnecessarily and shorten engine life. Start off slowly.
Avoid unnecessary stops Avoid unnecessary deceleration and stopping. Try to maintain a moderate, steady speed whenever possible. Slowing down and then accelerating again uses more fuel.
Keep a steady cruising speed Drive at a constant speed that road and traffic conditions will permit.
Keep the air cleaner clean
EXAMPLE
60A183
If the air cleaner is clogged with dust, there will be greater intake resistance, resulting m decreased power output and increased fuel consumption.
Keep weight to a minimum The heavier the load is, the more fuel the vehicle consumes. Unload any unnecessary luggage or cargo.
Keep tyre pressures correct Under-infiation of the tyres can waste fuel due to increased rolling resistance of the tyres. Keep your tyres infiated to the correct pressure shown in the label on driver's door lock pillar.
DRIVING TIPS
Highway driving
When driving at highway speeds, pay attention to the following: • Stopping distance progressively increases with vehicle speed. Apply the brakes far enough ahead of the stopping prnnt to allow for the extra stopping distance. On rainy days, hydroplaning can occur. Hydroplaning is the loss of direct contact between the road surface and the vehicle's tyres due to a water film forming between them. Steering or braking the vehicle during hydroplaning can be very difficult, and loss of control can occur. Keep speed down when the road surface is wet. At high speeds, the vehicle may be affected by side winds. Therefore, reduce speed and be prepared for unexpected buffeting, which can occur at the exits of tunnels, when passing by a cut of a hill, or when being overtaken by large vehicles, etc.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Interval: This interval should be judged byI km (x1000)I 15 I 30 I 45 I 60 I 75 90 odometer reading or months, whichever, miles (x1000)I 9 I 18 I 27 I 36 I 45 54 comes first. 1 monthsI 12 I 24 I 36 I 48 I 60 I 72 BRAKE *5-1. Brake discs and pads (front) I I I I I I Brake drums and shoes (rear) -I -I -I *5-2. Brake hoses and pipes -I -I -I 5-3. Brake fluid (#2) Check, *Replacement -R -R -R *5-4. Brake (Pedal and fluid level) I I I I I I 5-5. Brake lever and cable Check, *Adjustment (1st 15000 km only) I -----CHASSIS AND BODY *6-1. Clutch fluid (#2) -R -R -R *6-2. Clutch (pedal and fluid level) I I I I I I 6-3. Tyres/Wheels I I I I I I *6-4. Wheel bearings -I -I -I *6-5. Propeller shafts --I --I *6-6. Suspension system -I -I -I "6-7. Steering system -I -I -I *6-8. Manual transmission oil Genuine "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W" Inspect every 30000 km (18000 miles) or 24 months. Other than "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W" (1: 1st 15000 km only) I
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6-12. All latches, hinges and locks -I -I -I *6-13. Air conditioner filter element -I R -I R
#2: Clutch fluid is supplied from brake fluid reservoir.
A WARNING
The shock absorbers are filled with high pressure gas. Never attempt to disassemble them or throw them into a fire. Avoid storing them near a heater or heating device. When scrapping the absorber, the gas must be released from the absorber safely. Ask your dealer for assistance.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Interval: This interval should be judged by1l--------------------=cic-c+T.C~~,'-,--+----,i'--+ odometer reading or months, whicheverI km (x1000) 7.5 I 15 I 22.5 I 30 I 37.5 45 miles (x1000) 4.5 I 9 I 13.5 I 18 I 22.5 27 comes first. 11-------------------~='---'c=cc=l-";c--+----.,,-+ months 6 I 12 I 18 I 24 I 30 36 BRAKE *5-1. Brake discs and pads (front) Brake drums and shoes (rear) *5-2. Brake hoses and pipes 5-3. Brake fluid (#2) *5-4. Brake (Pedal and fluid level) 5-5. Brake lever and cable CHASSIS AND BODY "6-1. Clutch fluid (#2) *6-2. Clutch (pedal and fluid level) 6-3. Tyres/Wheels *6-4. Wheel bearings *6-5. Propeller shafts *6-6. Suspension system *6-7. Steering system *6-8. Manual transmission oil
6-9. Automatic transmission
*6-10. Transfer oil
*6-11. Differential oil 6-12. All latches, hinges and locks *6-13. Air conditioner filter element •3
Genuine "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W"
Other than "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W"
Genuine "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W"
Other than "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W"
Check, *Replacement
Check, *Adjustment (1st 15000 km only)
Flu!d level *Fluid change
*Fluid hose
Genuine "SUZUKI SUPER GEAR OIL 75W-85 SYNTHETIC"
#2: Clutch fiuid is supplied from brake fiuid reservoir
A WARNING
-I -I -I ---I -----I -----R ---I -I -I -I ----
---R ---I -I -I -I -I -I -I -I -I -I -I -I ---I --· ---I --Inspect every 30000 km (18000 miles) or 24 months. Replace every 60000 km (36000 miles) or 48 months.
= I = I = I 7 I = I = Replace every 30000 km (18000 miles) or 24 months. Inspect every 60000 km (36000 miles) or 48 months. Inspect every 30000 km (18000 miles) or 24 months. Replace every 60000 km (36000 m!les) or 48 months. ---R --R R
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The shock absorbers are filled with high pressure gas. Never attempt to disassemble them or throw them into a fire. Avoid storing them near a heater or heating device. When scrapping the absorber, the gas must be released from the absorber safely. Ask your dealer for assistance.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Interval: This interval should be judged bylf---------------------a"'-<"~ccfl---c~+--,;;;.-+~ odometer reading or months, whichever1 km (x1000)I 20 I 40 I 60 I 80 I 100 I 120 miles (x1000)I 12.5 I 25 I 37.5 I 50 I 62.5 I 75 comes first. If-----------------------"='-"'-'-=-;?l----'-~+---:a,;-+~ months! 12 24 I 36 I 48 I 60 I 72
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM •4-1. PCV valve •4-2. Fuel evaporative emission control system BRAKE *5-1. Brake discs and pads (front) Brake drums and shoes (rear) *5-2. Brake hoses and pipes 5-3. Brake fluid (#3) *5-4. Brake (Pedal and fluid level) 5-5. Brake lever and cable CHASSIS AND BODY *6-1. Clutch fluid (#3) *6-2. Clutch (Pedal and fluid level) 6-3. Tyres/Wheels *6-4. Wheel bearings •6-5. Propeller shafts *6-6. Suspension system *6-7. Steering system *6-8. Manual transmission oil
*6-9. Automatic transmission oil
*6-10. Transfer oil
*6-11. Differential oil 6-12. All latches, hinges and locks *6-13. Air conditioner filter element
Check, *Replacement
Check, *Adjustment (1st 20000 km only)
Genuine "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W" Other than "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W" Fluid level *Fluid change *Fluid hose Genuine "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W" Other than "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W" Genuine "SUZUKI SUPER GEAR OIL 75W-85 SYNTHETIC"
#3: Clutch fluid is supplied from brake fluid reservoir.
A WARNING
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-I -I -I -I -I -I -I -I -I -I -I -I Inspect every 40000 km (25000 miles) or 24 months.
= I 7 I = I 7 I = I 7 Replace every 165000 km (99000 miles). -I -I I I -I -I I Inspect every 40000 km (25000 miles) or 24 months. -R -R -R R
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The shock absorbers are filled with high pressure gas. Never attempt to disassemble them or throw them into a fire. Avoid storing them near a heater or heating device. When scrapping the absorber, the gas must be released from the absorber
safely. Ask your dealer for assistance.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Interval: This interval should be judged byl, -----------------------=~"-f""'~----a'ica-l--i;ee+ odometer reading or months, whicheveq,r ___________________ =='='c~:,f-"'ii"-+-:;;;'----!-km (x100D) 10 I 20 I 30 I 40 I 50 I 60 miles (x1000) 6.25 I 12.5 I 18.75 I 25 I 31,25 I 37.5 comes first. I
BRAKE *5-1. Brake discs and pads (front) Brake drums and shoes (rear) *5-2. Brake hoses and pipes 5-3. Brake fluid (#3)
months
Check, *Replacement *5-4. Brake (Pedal and fluid level) 5-5. Brake lever and cable Check, *Adjustment (1st 20000 km only) CHASSIS ANO BODY *6-1. Clutch fluid (#3) *6-2. Clutch (Pedal and fluid level) 6-3. Tyres/Wheels *6-4. Wheel bearings *6-5. Propeller shafts *6-6. Suspension system *6-7. Steering system *6-8. Manual transmission oil
6-9. Automatic transmission
*6-10. Transfer oil
*6-11. Differential all 6-12. All latches, hinges and locks *6-13. Air conditioner filter elemenr·3
Genuine "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W"
Other than "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W"
Genuine "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W"
Other than "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W"
Fluid level *Fluid change *Fluid hose
Genuine "SUZUKI SUPER GEAR OIL 75W-85 SYNTHETIC"
#3: Clutch fiuid is supplied from brake fiuid reservoir.
A WARNING
6 I 12 I 18 I 24 I 30 I 36
-I -I -I ---I -----I -----R ---I -I -I -I ----
---R ---I -I -I -I -I -I -I -I -I -I -I -I ---I -----I --Inspect every 20000 km (12500 miles) or 12 months. Replace every 80000 km (50000 miles) or 48 months.
= I ~ I = I ~ I = I ~ Replace every 30000 km (18000 miles). Inspect every 60000 km (37500 miles). Inspect every 20000 km (12500 miles) or 12 months. Replace every 80000 km (50000 miles) or 48. months. -R -R -R -R ---R
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The shock absorbers are filled with high pressure gas. Never attempt to disassemble them or throw them into a fire. Avoid storing them near a heater or heating device. When scrapping the absorber, the gas must be released from the absorber safely. Ask your dealer for assistance.
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Brake discs and brake drums
Brake disc
Brake location Minimum thickness
Front wheels 8.0 mm (0.3 in.)
Brake drum
Brake location Maximum inner diameter
Rear wheels 222 mm (8.74 in.)
If the measured thickness or inner diameter of the most worn part falls below or exceeds the value indicated above, the parts should be replaced with a new one. The measurement involves disassembling each brake and requires the use of a micrometer or caliper, which must be done according to the instructions described in the relevant service manual or available from the relevant repair information site.
Steering wheel
78RB07012
Steering wheel play 11c": 0-30 mm (0.0 -1.2 in.)
Check the free 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 the specified values.
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 not as specified or you find anything else to be wrong, an inspection must be performed by a SUZUKI dealer.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Tyres
78RB07013
The front and rear tyre pressure specifications are listed in the tyre information label. Both front and rear tyres should have the specified tyre pressure.
NOTE: The tyre pressure will change due to changes in atmospheric pressure, temperature or tyre temperature when driving. To reduce the chance that the low tyre pressure warning light (if equipped) will come on due to normal changes in temperature and atmospheric pressure, it is important to check and adjust the tyre pressures when the tyres are cold. If you check tyres after driving, they are warm. Even if the tyre pressure seems to be good in this condition, it could fall below the
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specified pressure when tyres cool down. Also, tyres that are inflated to the specified pressure in a warm garage may have pressure below the specification when the vehicle is driven outside in very cold temperature. If you adjust the tyre pressure in a garage that is warmer than the outside temperature, you should add 1 kPa to the recommended cold tyre pressure for every O.B'C difference between garage temperature and outside temperature.
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Tyre inspection
Inspect your vehicle's tyres at least once a month or before long trip 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.
A WARNING
• Air pressures should be checked when 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 under-inflate or over-inflate the tyres. Under-inflation 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. Over-inflation can cause the lyre to burst, resulting in personal injury. Over-inflation can also cause unusual handling characteristics which may result in an accident.
(1)
~ (2)
78RB07048
(1) Tread wear indicator (2) Indicator location mark
2) Check that the depth of the tread groove is more than 1.6 mm (0.06 in.). To help you check this, the tyres have molded-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 a SUZUKI dealer.