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FOREWORDThis manual is an essential part of yourvehicle and should remain with the vehiclewhen resold or otherwise transferred to anew owner or operator. Please read thismanual carefully before operating yournew MARUTI SUZUKI and review themanual from time to time. It containsimportant information on safety, operationand maintenance. You are invited to availthe three Free Inspection Services asdescribed in the manual. Three freeinspection coupons are attached to thismanual. Please show this manual to yourdealer while you take your MARUTISUZUKI for any Service.To prolong the life of your vehicle andreduce maintenance cost, the periodicmaintenance must be carried out accord-ing to “PERIODIC MAINTENANCESCHEDULE” described in “INSPECTIONAND MAINTENANCE” section of this man-ual. It is essential for preventing troubleand accidents to ensure your satisfactionand safety.Daily inspection and care as per “DAILYINSPECTION CHECKLIST” described inthe “INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE”section of this manual is essential for pro-longing the life of the vehicle and for safedriving.

MARUTI SUZUKI INDIA LIMITED believesin conservation and protection of Earth’snatural resources.To that end, we encourage every vehicleowner to recycle, trade-in or properly dis-pose of, as appropriate, used Engine Oil,coolant and other fluids, batteries andtyres etc.

MARUTI SUZUKI INDIA LIMITED

All information in this manual is basedon the latest product information avail-able at the time of publication. Due toimprovements or other changes, theremay be discrepancies between informa-tion in this manual and your vehicle.MARUTI SUZUKI INDIA LIMITEDreserves the right to make productionchanges at any time, without notice andwithout incurring any obligation tomake the same or similar changes tovehicles previously built or sold.

This vehicle may not comply with stan-dards or regulations of other countries.Before attempting to register this vehi-cle in any other country, check all appli-cable regulations and make anynecessary modifications.

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IMPORTANTWARNING/ CAUTION/NOTICE/

NOTEPlease read this manual and follow itsinstructions carefully. To emphasize spe-cial information, the symbol and the wordsWARNING, CAUTION, NOTICE andNOTE have special meanings. Pay particu-lar attention to messages highlighted bythese signal words:

NOTE:Indicates special information to makemaintenance easier or instructions clearer.

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The circle with a slash in this manualmeans “Don’t do this” or “Don’t let this hap-pen”.

MODIFICATION WARNING

WARNING

Indicates a potential hazard thatcould result in death or seriousinjury.

CAUTION

Indicates a potential hazard thatcould result in minor or moderateinjury.

NOTICE

Indicates a potential hazard thatcould result in vehicle damage.

WARNING

Do not modify your vehicle. Modifica-tion could adversely affect safety,handling, performance, or durabilityand may violate governmental regula-tions. In addition, damage or perfor-mance problems resulting frommodification may not be coveredunder warranty.

NOTICE

Improper installation of mobile com-munication equipment such as cellu-lar telephones, CB (Citizen’s Band)radios or any other wireless transmit-ters may cause electronic interfer-ence with your vehicle’s ignitionsystem, resulting in vehicle perfor-mance problems. Consult your MAR-UTI SUZUKI dealer or qualifiedservice technician for advice.

WARNING

Severe damage may be caused bythe use of either poor quality fueland/or lubricants not recommendedby MARUTI SUZUKI.

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WARRANTY POLICY

Maruti Suzuki India Limited (hereinafter called “Maruti Suzuki”),warrants that each new Maruti Suzuki vehicle distributed in Indiaby Maruti Suzuki and sold by an authorised Maruti Suzuki dealerwill be free, under normal use and service, from any defects inmaterial and workmanship at the time of manufacture SUBJECTTO THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

(1) Qualification:To qualify for this warranty the vehicle must be delivered by aMaruti Suzuki authorised dealer and set-up, and serviced by aMaruti Suzuki authorised dealer / service station.

(2) Term:The term of the warranty shall be twenty-four (24) months or40,000 kilometers (whichever occurs first) from the date ofInvoice to the first owner.

(3) Maruti Suzuki Warranty Obligation:If any defect(s) should be found in a Maruti Suzuki vehicle withinthe term stipulated above, Maruti Suzuki’s only obligation is torepair or replace at its sole discretion any part shown to be defec-tive, with a new part or the equivalent at no cost to the owner forparts or labour, when Maruti Suzuki acknowledges that such adefect is attributable to faulty material or workmanship at the timeof manufacture. The owner is responsible for any repair or replace-ments which are not covered by this warranty.

(4) Limitation:

This warranty shall not apply to:

(a) Normal maintenance service required other than the threefree services, including without limitation, oil and fluidchanges, headlight aiming, fastener retightening, wheel bal-ancing, wheel alignment and tyre rotation, cleaning of injec-tors, adjustments of clutch and valve clearance.

(b) The replacement of normal wear parts including without lim-itation, bulbs, tyres and tubes, spark plugs, belts, hoses, fil-ters, wiper blades, brushes, contact points, fuses, clutchdisc, brake shoes, brake pads, cable and all rubber parts(except oil seal and glass run).

(c) Any vehicle which has been used for competition or racing.(d) Any repairs or replacement required as a result of accidents

or collision.(e) Any defects caused by misuse, negligence, abnormal use or

insufficient care.(f) Any vehicle which has been modified or altered, including

without limitation, the installation of performance accesso-ries.

(g) Any vehicle on which parts or accessories not approved byMaruti Suzuki have been used.

(h) Any vehicle which has not been operated in accordance withthe operating instructions in this Owner’s Manual and Ser-vice Booklet.

(i) Any vehicle which has not received, during the warranty term,the service inspections prescribed in this Owner’s Manualand Service Booklet.

(j) Any vehicle which has been assembled, disassembled,adjusted or repaired by other than an Maruti Suzuki autho-rised dealer/service station.

(k) Any vehicle which has been used for purposes other thanwhat it was designed for.

(l) Any damage or deterioration caused by industrial pollutionand bird droppings.

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(m) Insignificant defects which do not affect the function of thevehicle including without limitation, sound, vibration and fluidseep.

(n) Any natural wear and tear including without limitation, agingetc.

(o) Installation and usage of domestic LPG gas/LPG Cylinder.(p) V-belts, hoses and gas leaks.(q) Any vehicle retrofitted with LPG/CNG kits.

(5) Extent of Warranty:This warranty is the entire written warranty given by Maruti Suzukifor Maruti Suzuki vehicles and no dealer or its or his agent oremployee is authorised to extend or enlarge this warranty and nodealer or its or his agent or employee is authorised to make anyoral warranty on Maruti Suzuki’s behalf.Maruti Suzuki reserves the right to add any improvements orchange the design of any model at any time with no obligation tomake the same changes on units previously sold.

(6) Warranty Service:To obtain warranty service, the complete vehicle must be pre-sented at the owner’s expenses to any authorised Maruti Suzukidealer.

(7) Owner’s Warranty Responsibilities:It is responsibility of each owner to:

– Make certain that the PDl card was completed at the time ofdelivery of the vehicle;

– Have performed, at his own expenses, by an Maruti Suzukiauthorised dealer/service station all the service inspectionsspecified in the Maruti Suzuki “Owner’s Manual and ServiceBooklet and maintain adequate proof that such serviceinspections have been performed.

– Make certain that the Maruti Suzuki authorised dealer/ser-vice station performing the service inspection has certifiedthe work on the “Maintenance Service Record” page in the“Owner’s Manual and Service Booklet and

– Present the Maruti Suzuki “Owner’s Manual and ServiceBooklet to the authorised Maruti Suzuki dealer wheneverrequesting service inspections or warranty service.

If the “Owner’s Manual and Service Booklet should be lost ordestroyed the owner should consult the authorised Maruti Suzukidealer from whom the vehicle was purchased for instructions con-cerning replacement of the “Owner’s Manual and Service Booklet.

(8) Disclaimer of Consequential Damage:Maruti Suzuki assumes no responsibility for loss of vehicle, loss oftime, inconvenience or any other indirect incidental or consequen-tial damage resulting from the vehicle not being available to theowner because of any defect covered by this warranty.

(9) Change of OwnerEven if ownership of the vehicle changes, the remaining warrantyperiod is effective for the new owner.

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EMISSION WARRANTY POLICY

Maruti Suzuki offers the Emission Warranty on all Maruti Suzukivehicles (apart from the Regular Warranty and will run parallel tothe regular product warranty) only in four metropolitan cities (NewDelhi, Kolkata, Mumbai and Chennai) with effect from July 1st,2001.

Terms:The Emission Warranty will be applicable for 80,000 kms or 3years (Whichever comes earlier) from the date of delivery to thefirst owner. The remaining warranty terms will be valid in case ofany change in ownership provided the production of all valid docu-ments.

Conditions:1. Under Emission Warranty, Warranty claims will be admitted for

a prima facie examination, in case vehicle fails to meet theEmission Standard as specified in sub rule (2) of rule no. 115of Central Motor Vehicles Rules (CMVR), 1989.

2. The warranty claims will only be accepted after examinationcarried out by Maruti Suzuki or it’s dealer which leads to firmconclusions that thea) Original settings have not been tempered in any case. b) Part (as given in Annexure - A) has a manufacturing defect. c) Vehicle is unable to meet the Emission Standards (as given

in 1.), inspite of the vehicle having been maintained andused in accordance with the instructions as specified inOwner’s Manual and Service Booklet and the used fuel anddifferent oils (Engine oil, Transmission oil, Brake oil etc.) arealso as per specification.

3. The method of examination for deciding the warranty of theparts will be at the sole discretion of Maruti Suzuki and it’sdealer and results of the examination will be final and binding.If after examination, the warrantable condition is not estab-lished, Maruti Suzuki and it’s dealer has the right to charge all,or part of the cost of such examination.

4. Under Emission Warranty, the parts (as given in Annexure - A)will be changed free of cost, but the consumables will becharged as per actual.

5. If the part covered under Emission Warranty or the associatedparts, are not independently replaceable, on account of thesebeing integral parts of a complete assembly, Maruti Suzuki andit’s dealer will have the sole discretion to replace either theentire assembly or by using some of the parts of the systemthrough suitable repairs or modifications.

6. Any consequential repairs or replacement of parts which maybe found necessary to establish compliance of Emission War-ranty, will not be considered under warranty, unless the same isunder product warranty. The consumable will be charged asper actual under such repair or replacement.

7. Maruti Suzuki will not be responsible for the cost of transporta-tion of the vehicle to the nearest Maruti Suzuki dealer work-shop or any loss due to non-availability of the vehicle duringthe period of lodging of a warranty claim and examination and/or repair by Maruti Suzuki dealer.

8. Maruti Suzuki will not be responsible for any penalty that maybe charged by statutory authorities on account of failure tocomply with the EMISSION STANDARDS.

9. Emission Warranty will not be affected on the change of owner,provided all the documents are available.

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10.All maintenance actions (as specified in the Owner’s Manualand Service Booklet) need to be followed and recorded in themanual for emission warranty.

11.The customer needs to produce the PUC (Pollution UnderControl) certificate valid for the period preceding the test duringwhich the failure is discovered. The receipts (for the mainte-nance of the vehicle as per specification in Owner’s Manualand Service Booklet from the date of original purchase of thevehicle) will also be required.

Conditions under which the Emission Warranty is notAPPLICABLE1. In the absence of valid PUC certificate.

2. Vehicle not serviced from Maruti Suzuki authorised workshopas per the schedule specified in this Owner’s Manual and Ser-vice Booklet.

3. Vehicle subjected to abnormal use (accident, motor race, ral-lies or for the purpose of establishing the records etc).

4. Use of non MGP (Maruti Genuine Part).

5. Vehicle that has been tempered with.6. Tampering with odometer so that the actual kilometer reading

can not be determined.

7. Use of adulterated fuel and/or unspecified oils (Engine oil,Transmission oil and Brake oil etc).

Annexure - AList of parts covered under Emission Warranty

1. Fuel Injection Assembly, Pressure Regulator, Throttle BodyAssembly

2. Electronic Control Module (ECM).3. Intake Manifold.4. EGR valve.5. Ignition Coil.6. Canister Assembly.7. Vapour Liquid Seperator.8. Fuel Tank and Filler Cap.9. PCV (Positive Crankcase Ventilation) Valve.

10. Oil Filler Cap.11. Catalytic Convertor.12. Exhaust Manifold.13. All Fuel Injection System related SENSORS.14. High Pressure Fuel Pump.15. Glow Plug.16. Glow Plug Controller.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS FUEL RECOMMENDATION 1

BEFORE DRIVING 2

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 3

DRIVING TIPS 4

OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT 5

VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING 6

INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 7

EMERGENCY SERVICE 8

APPEARANCE CARE 9

GENERAL INFORMATION 10

SPECIFICATIONS 11

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Fuel RecommendationYou must use unleaded petrol with anoctane number (RON) of 91 or higher.

Petrol/Ethanol blendsBlends of unleaded petrol and ethanol(grain alcohol), also known as gasohol, arecommercially available in some areas.Blends of this type may be used in yourvehicle if they are no more than 10% etha-nol. Make sure this petrol-ethanol blendhas octane ratings no lower than thoserecommended for petrol.

Petrol/Methanol blendsBlends of unleaded petrol and methanol(wood alcohol) are also commercially avail-able in some areas. DO NOT USE fuelscontaining more than 5% methanol underany circumstances. Fuel system damageor vehicle performance problems resultingfrom the use of such fuels are not theresponsibility of MARUTI SUZUKI and maynot be covered under the New VehicleWarranty.Fuels containing 5% or less methanol maybe suitable for use in your vehicle if theycontain cosolvents and corrosion inhibi-tors.

NOTE:If you are not satisfied with the driveabilityor fuel economy of your vehicle when youare using a petrol/alcohol blend, you

should switch back to unleaded petrol con-taining no alcohol.

CAUTION

The fuel tank has an air space toallow for fuel expansion in hotweather. If you continue to add fuelafter the filler nozzle has automati-cally shut off or an initial blowbackoccurs, the air chamber will becomefull. Exposure to heat when fullyfuelled in this manner will result inleakage due to fuel expansion. Toprevent such fuel leakage, stop fillingafter the filler nozzle has automati-cally shut off, or when using an alter-native non-automatic system, initialvent blowback occurs.

CAUTION

Be careful not to spill fuel containingalcohol while refueling. If fuel isspilled on the vehicle body, wipe it upimmediately. Fuels containing alco-hol can cause paint damage, which isnot covered under the New VehicleLimited Warranty.

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BEFORE DRIVINGKeys ...................................................................................... 2-1Door Locks .......................................................................... 2-2Keyless Entry Cum Alarm System (if equipped) .............. 2-4Windows .............................................................................. 2-12Mirrors .................................................................................. 2-13Front Seats .......................................................................... 2-14Rear Seats ............................................................................ 2-16Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems ........................... 2-17Supplemental Restraint System (air bags) (if equipped) ......................................................................... 2-26Instrument Cluster .............................................................. 2-32Warning and Indicator Lights ............................................ 2-33Speedometer/Odometer/Trip meter/Meter Illumination Control ................................................................................. 2-37Tachometer (if equipped) ................................................... 2-38Fuel Gauge ........................................................................... 2-39Information Display (if equipped) ...................................... 2-39Lighting Control Lever ........................................................ 2-41Rear Fog Light Switch (if equipped) .................................. 2-42Front Fog Light Switch (if equipped) ................................ 2-43Headlight Leveling Switch .................................................. 2-43Turn Signal Control Lever .................................................. 2-43Hazard Warning Switch ...................................................... 2-44Windshield Wiper and Washer Lever ................................ 2-44Tilt Steering Lock Lever (if equipped) ............................... 2-46Horn ...................................................................................... 2-46Heated Rear Window Switch (if equipped) ....................... 2-47Remote Audio Controls (if equipped) ............................... 2-47

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Keys

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Your vehicle comes with a pair of identicalkeys. Keep the spare key in a safe place.One key can open all of the locks on thevehicle.

The key identification number is stampedon a metal tag provided with the keys or onthe keys. Keep the tag in a safe place. Ifyou lose your keys, you will need this num-ber to have new keys made. Write thenumber below for your future reference.

Immobilizer SystemThis system is designed to help preventvehicle theft by electronically disabling theengine starting system.The engine can be started only with yourvehicle’s original immobilizer ignition keywhich has an electronic identification codeprogrammed into it. The key communi-cates the identification code to the vehiclewhen the key is turned to the “ON” posi-tion. If you need to make spare keys, con-tact your MARUTI SUZUKI authorisedworkshop. The vehicle must be pro-grammed with the correct identificationcode for the spare keys. A key made by anordinary locksmith will not work.

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If the immobilizer system light (1) blinkswhen the ignition switch is in the “ON” posi-tion, there may be something wrong withyour key or with the immobilizer system.Ask your MARUTI SUZUKI authorisedworkshop to inspect the system.

NOTE:• If you lose your immobilizer ignition key,

contact your MARUTI SUZUKI autho-rised workshop as soon as possible tohave the lost one deactivated, then havethe new key made by them.

• If you own other vehicles with immobi-lizer keys, keep those keys away fromthe ignition switch when using yourMARUTI SUZUKI, or the engine may notbe started because they may interferewith your MARUTI SUZUKI’s immobi-lizer system.

• If you attach any metal objects to theimmobilizer key, it may not start theengine.

Ignition Key Reminder (if equipped)A buzzer sounds intermittently to remindyou to remove the ignition key if it is in theignition switch when the driver’s door isopened.

KEY NUMBER:

EXAMPLE

NOTICE

The immobilizer key is a sensitiveelectronic instrument. To avoid dam-aging the immobilizer key:• Do not expose it to impacts, mois-

ture or high temperature such ason the dashboard under direct sun-light.

• Keep the immobilizer key awayfrom magnetic objects.

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Door Locks

Side Door Locks

Driver’s door

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To lock a driver’s door from outside thevehicle:

• Insert the key and turn the top of the keytoward the rear of the vehicle, or

• Turn the lock knob forward, then pull andhold the door handle as you close thedoor.

To unlock a driver’s door from outside thevehicle, insert the key and turn the top ofthe key toward the front of the vehicle.

To lock a front passenger’s door from out-side the vehicle, turn the lock knob back-ward, then pull and hold the door handleas you close the door.

To lock a rear door from outside the vehi-cle, turn the lock knob forward and closethe door. You do not need to hold the doorhandle up as you close the door.

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To lock a door from inside the vehicle, turnthe lock knob forward. Turn the lock knobbackward to unlock the door.

Central Door Locking System (if equipped)

Driver’s doorYou can lock and unlock all doors simulta-neously by using the key in the driver’sdoor lock.

To lock all doors simultaneously, insert thekey in the driver’s door lock and turn thetop of the key toward the rear of the vehi-cle.

To unlock all doors simultaneously, insertthe key in a driver’s door lock and turn thetop of the key towards the front of the vehi-cle.

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You can also lock or unlock all doors byturning the lock knob (1) forward or back-ward, respectively.

NOTE:If your vehicle is equipped with keylessentry system, you can also lock or unlockall doors by operating the transmitter.Refer to “Keyless Entry System Transmit-ter”.

NOTE:If your vehicle is equipped with securitysystem, all doors are automaticallyunlocked when you turn the ignition switchto the “LOCK” position and pull out the key.

UNLOCK

LOCKFront

Rear

UNLOCKLOCK

EXAMPLE

(1)

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(1) LOCK(2) UNLOCK

Each of the rear doors is equipped with achild-proof lock which can be used to helpprevent unwanted opening of the door frominside the vehicle. When the lock lever is inthe “LOCK” position (1), the rear door canonly be opened from outside. When the

lock lever is in the “UNLOCK” position (2),the rear door can be opened from inside oroutside.

Tailgate

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To open the tailgate, insert the key andturn it clockwise to unlatch and lift the tail-gate.

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You can also unlatch the tailgate by pullingthe release lever located on the outboardside of the driver’s seat.

EXAMPLE (2)

(1)

WARNING

Be sure to place the child-proof lockin the “LOCK” position wheneverchildren are seated in the rear.

EXAMPLE

WARNING

Always make sure that the tailgate isclosed and latched securely. Com-pletely closing the tailgate helps pre-vent occupants from being thrownfrom the vehicle in the event of anaccident. Completely closing it alsohelps keep exhaust gases from enter-ing the car.

CAUTION

Do not use the key to lift up the lid, orthe key may break off in the lock.

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Keyless Entry Cum Alarm System (if equipped)

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The Keyless Entry Cum Alarm System hastwo basic functions.1. Keyless Entry2. Alarm System

Keyless EntryYou can lock / unlock all doors simultane-ously by operating the transmitter near thevehicle.

• To lock all doors, press “LOCK” buttononce. All indicator lights will flash oncewhen doors are locked.

• To unlock all doors, press the “UNLOCK”button once. All indicator lights will flashtwice when doors are unlocked.

NOTE:• The operating distance of the keyless

entry system transmitter is about 20meters, but this may vary depending onthe condition of transmitter’s battery andsurroundings especially near other

transmitting devices such as radio tow-ers.

• The door locks cannot be operated withthe transmitter if the ignition key isinserted in the key cylinder or if any dooris open.

• When any door is open, the vehicle cannot be locked through transmitters. Besure to close the doors and windowsbefore locking.

• If you lose any of the transmitters/keys,contact your MARUTI SUZUKI autho-rised workshop as soon as possible forerasing the transmitter ID from vehiclecontroller memory. In case you need anew transmitter, place an order with yourdealer.

Alarm SystemThe Alarm System has two basic modes ofoperation.

VALET MODEIn Valet mode all the security Alarm fea-tures of the system like arm/disarm, triggerare deactivated. In this mode, system willwork as a Keyless Entry only. When thevehicle is given for servicing or valet park-ing, turn the system into Valet mode.

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ALARM MODEThe Alarm mode is designed to protectyour vehicle from unauthorised entry. Itoperates in three stags:

First : Arm StageSecond : Trigger StageThird : Disarm Stage.

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CAUTION

The transmitter is a sensitive elec-tronic instrument. To avoid damagingthe transmitter:• Do not expose it to impacts, mois-

ture or high temperature such asby leaving it on the dashboardunder direct sunlight.

• Do not tamper with internal parts.• Keep the transmitter away from

magnetic objects such as a televi-sion.

Warning LED

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Arm StageIn Arm Stage, your vehicle is monitored forany unauthorised entry. In order to arm:press the key LOCK button once:As response to locking/arming:1) Doors will get locked and vehicle will

get armed. This is indicated by onesiren chirp & one light flash of all indica-tor lights.

2) Visible theft warning LED on securityswitch will flash slowly.

NOTE:1. Three siren chips and one light flash of

all indicator lights will indicate that hoodis open. However locking and arming ofall doors take place.

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2. Be sure to close the doors and windowsbefore locking/arming the vehicle.

3. System will not Lock/Arm in followingconditions

a) If any of door is open (except Hood) b) If key is in key cylinder.

Trigger StageIn the event of any unauthorized entry(without unlocking/disarming) into the vehi-cle, the alarm triggers and all indicatorlights flash. The triggering of the alarm is intwo stages. First acting as a warning to theintruder and then full blast drawing the sur-rounding attention. In order to bring thesystem to disarm stage, press UNLOCKbutton on the key or enter the EmergencyPin. (Described in Emergency disarm sec-tion).

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Disarm StageSystem should be brought in Disarm Modewhile you are entering the vehicle. In orderto disarm: Press the key UNLOCK buttononce.

As response to unlocking/disarming:1) Doors will unlock and vehicle will dis-

arm. This is indicated by two sirenchirps and two light flashes of all indica-tor lights.

2) Visible theft warning LED on securityswitch will flash faster than in arm stageindicating Auto rearm (described inauto rearm section).

GENERAL FEATURES

Illuminated EntryWhen vehicle is unlocked, the room lampwill turn ON to facilitate illuminated entryinto the vehicle. If no door is opened inabout 15 seconds of above operation,room lamp will fade out.If any door is opened after 15 seconds, theroom lamp turns ON again and after 15seconds of closing all doors room lamp willfade out.If within 15 seconds after closing all thedoors the driver inserts the key into the keycylinder, then the room lamp will fade out.

Illuminated ExitWhen key is removed from the key cylin-der,the room lamp will turn ON to facilitateilluminated exit. If no door is opened inabout 15 seconds of key removal from keycylinder, the room lamp will fade out.When door is opened to exit the vehicle,the room lamp will turn ON again (if it hasturned OFF after 15 seconds of keyremoval from key cylinder) and will turnOFF after 15 seconds of closing all thedoors.If within 15 seconds of all doors closure,vehicle is locked by pressing the LOCKbutton, the room lamp will fade out.

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NOTE: Room lamp will fade out graduallyapproximately in 2 seconds.

Mute Lock/UnlockTo Arm/Disarm the vehicle without sirenchirps use this function.a) Press and release the Key LOCK &

UNLOCK buttons simultaneously.b) Press and release Key LOCK or

UNLOCK button for desired function.

Example: To Lock/arm the system withoutthe Siren chirp sound, press and releasethe Key LOCK & UNLOCK button simulta-neously, then press and release the KeyLOCK button once.

Auto RearmIn case of accidental Unlock/Disarm ofvehicle by Key, vehicle will automaticallyLock & Arm within 30 sec. without any indi-cation. Auto rearm cycle gets canceled ifuser does any of the following operationwithin 30 seconds.

NOTE: If the vehicle is in Valet mode, sys-tem will only lock the vehicle.

Radio Frequency Lock OutKey Lock/Unlock/Panic will cease to func-tion when Key is inside Key cylinder.

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Panic Alarm (Car Locater)

Panic Alarm feature can be used to bringthe surrounding attention to the vehicle orto locate the vehicle in congested parkingarea.a) Press and hold the Key LOCK &

UNLOCK button simultaneously for 3seconds or more.

b) Panic alarm will be activated and sirenwill sound and indicator lights will flashfor 30 seconds.

c) Press and release the Key LOCK &UNLOCK button simultaneously to can-cel the Panic alarm.

Flashing LED Status

The flashing LED always reflects the statusof the system as following.

Intrusion AlertThe system gives a report if it has beenintruded in your absence. Four chirps aregiven when UNLOCK button is pressedafter an intrusion.

PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES

System has some features which can beprogrammed by user according to theirchoice.

Siren on for 30 sec.

Light flashes for 30 sec.

SYSTEM CONDITION LED STATUS

Disarmed condition LED does not glow

Armed condition Slow Flashes of LED

Auto Arming Condition Fast Flashes

Diagnostic report Visual-LED Sound

Built in ShockSensor Trigger 2 Flashes Four

Chirps

Door/Trunk/Hood Intrusion 3 Flashes Four

Chirps

Ignition 5 Flashes Four Chirps

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Drive Lock ModeDrive lock mode can be programmed bySPEED LOCK or can be turned OFF. Ifdrive lock mode is programmed to SPEEDLOCK, all the vehicle doors will lock whenvehicle attains the speed of 20 Km/hr.

NOTE:In case of SPEED LOCK Mode, if any dooris open while driving, it will get cancelled.Once vehicle Speed crosses 20 Km/hr, theLED on Security Switch will blink for 5 sec-onds as indication of door open.

Drive Unlock ModeDrive unlock can be programmed to KEYor can be turned OFF. When programmedto KEY, turning Ignition ON to OFF, thenremoving the key from the key cylinder willunlock all the doors. If drive unlock is pro-grammed to OFF then no door will unlockby removing key from key cylinder.

Siren Chirp ON/OFF feature Siren Chirps can be programmed to ON orOFF. When siren chirp feature disabled,siren will not chirp after Arm/Disarm byLOCK/UNLOCK button.

Shock Sensor feature This is a very important feature of securitysystem. It enables protection of your vehi-cle against any major impact. If anybodytries to intrude into the vehicle, the alarmtriggers. The triggering of the alarm is intwo stages, first acting as a warning to theintruder and then at full blast. The sensitiv-

ity of shock sensor can be adjusted asdesired by the user.

PROCEDURE TO PROGRAM FEATURE

Programming Drive Lock Modea) Open the Driver Door of your vehicle.b) With your vehicle key in the Key cylin-

der, turn Ignition ON and then switch itOFF.

c) Press and release the Security switchOne time.

d) Press and hold the Security switch.e) One chirp sound confirms entry into

Drive Lock programming mode.f) Press the Key “Lock” button (while hold-

ing the Security switch), a single chirpsound confirms mode changed tospeed lock.

g) Two-Siren chirp sound confirms Drivelock mode OFF.

h) Release the Security switch.i) Turn the Ignition ON.

Programming Drive Unlock Modea) Open the Driver Door of your vehicle.b) With your vehicle key in the Key cylin-


c) Press and release the Security switchtwo times.

d) Press and hold the Security switch.e) Two-chirp sound confirms entry into

Drive unlock programming mode.f) Press the Key Lock button (while hold-

ing the Security switch), a single chirpsound confirms the mode changed tokey Unlock.

g) Two-siren chirp sound confirms themode changed to Drive Unlock modeOFF.

h) Release the Security switch.i) Turn the Ignition ON.Programming Siren Chirp ON/OFFa) Open the Driver Door of your vehicle.b) With your vehicle key in the Key cylin-

der, turn Ignition ON and then switch it OFF.

c) Press and release the Security switchThree times.

d) Press and hold the Security switch.e) Three-chirp sound confirms entry into

Siren Chirp ON/OFF programmingmode.

f) Press the Key Lock button (while hold-ing the Security switch), a single chirp

No. Feature 1 Chirp 2 Chirps Default

1. Drive Lock Mode Speed OFF Speed

2. Drive Unlock Mode Key OFF Key

3. Siren chirp ON/OFF ON OFF ON

4. Shock Sen-sor ON/OFF ON OFF ON

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sound confirms the mode changed toSiren Chirp ON.

g) Two-Siren chirp sound confirms themode changed to Siren Chirp OFF.


Programming Shock Sensor ON/OFFa) Open the Driver Door of your vehicle.b) With your vehicle key in the Key cylin-


c) Press and release the Security switchFour times.

d) Press and hold the Security switch.e) Four-chirp sound confirms entry into

Shock Sensor ON/OFF programmingmode.

f) Press the Key Lock button (while hold-ing the Security switch), a single chirpsound confirms the mode changed toshock sensor ON.

g) Two-Siren chirp sound confirms themode changed to shock sensor OFF.


Shock Sensor Sensitivity Adjustmentvia KeyFull Blast adjustment

Full Blast can be adjusted in 16 levels asmentioned below.

a) Press Unlock button on Key to Unlock/Disarm the System.

b) Press Lock button on Key to Lock/Armthe System.

c) Within 5 sec press Lock & Unlock buttonsimultaneously for at least 2 sec. Sirenwill give Long chirp to confirm entry intosensitivity adjustment mode i) Press key LOCK button to adjust the

sensitivity one step lower. Siren willgive one chirp every time LOCK but-ton is pressed till at level 1 where itwill give a long chirp. When adjustedto level 1, Full Blast will turn OFF

ii) Press key UNLOCK button to adjustthe sensitivity one step higher. Sirenwill give two chirp every timeUNLOCK button is pressed till atlevel 16 where it will give a longchirp.

Pre-warn AdjustmentPre-warn can be adjusted in 16 levels asmentioned below:a) Press LOCK button on Key to Lock/Arm

the Systemb) Press UNLOCK button on Key to

UNLOCK/Disarm the Systemc) Within 5 sec press Lock & Unlock button

simultaneously for at least 2 sec. Sirenwill give Long chirp to confirm entry intoSensitivity Adjustment Mode. i) Press LOCK button to adjust the sen-

sitivity one step lower. Siren will giveone chirp every time LOCK button ispressed till at level 1 where it willgive a long chirp. When adjusted tolevel 1, pre-warn will turn OFF.

ii) Press UNLOCK button to adjust thesensitivity one step higher. Siren willgive two Chirp every time UNLOCKbutton is pressed till at level 16where it will give a long chirp.

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Mode Programming (Valet/Alarm)The valet mode can be programmed as fol-lows:a) Close the driver door.b) Turn Ignition ON-OFF quickly.c) Press and hold Security switch for 3 sec

minimum.d) Change to valet mode is confirmed by

LED ON for 1 minute.The alarm mode can be programmed asfollows:Repeat step (i)-(iii) to program the systemto alarm mode.Change to alarm mode will be confirmedby one long siren chirp and LED OFF.

Program Customer Pin-code (Personalized Pin-code)The Personalized 4-digit number can bechanged from the factory default to ensurePersonalized Security.

Pin code entrya) Disarm the system.b) Open the Driver Door.c) Turn Ignition ON then OFF.d) Within 5 seconds press and release

Valet switch 5 times. A short chirp fol-lowed by long chirps confirms entry intoPin Code programming mode.

e) Press Lock button on Key, after a singlechirp enter the First digit (within 1-9) bypressing Valet switch (for e.g. to enter 2

press and release Valet switch twotimes).

f) Press Lock button on Key, after twochirp enter the Second digit (within 1-9)by pressing Valet switch.

g) Press Lock button on Key, after 3-chirpsenter the Third digit (within 1-9) bypressing Valet switch.

h) Press Lock button on Key, after 4-chirpsenter the Fourth digit (within 1-9) bypressing Valet switch.

Emergency Disarm by Personalized pincodeThe Personalized 4- Digit Pin Code acts asa secret Key, to Emergency Disarm thevehicle.a) Turn the Ignition ON, OFF and then ON.b) Enter the First digit (for e. g. to enter 2

press and release Valet switch twice)c) Turn the Ignition OFF then ON.d) Enter the Second digit.e) Turn the Ignition OFF and then ON.f) Enter the Third Digit.g) Turn the Ignition OFF and then ONh) Enter the Last Digit.i) Turn the Ignition OFF and then ON.j) The vehicle will get disarmed.

NOTE: The default pin will be provided by thedealer at the time of delivery. It is recom-mended to personalize the pin for increasedsecurity. The pin must be remembered as it isnot possible to retrieve a lost pin.

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Transmitter battery Replacement of the Battery

67LM2007

If the transmitter battery gets discharged,replace the battery with a new one.

To replace the battery of the transmitter:

1) Remove the screw (1), and open thetransmitter cover.

2) Remove the transmitter (2). 3) Put the edge of a flat blade screwdriver

in the slot of the transmitter (2) and pryit open.

4) Replace the battery (3) so its + terminalfaces the “+” mark of the transmitter.

5) Close the transmitter and install it intothe transmitter holder.

6) Close the transmitter cover, install andtighten the screw (1).

7) Make sure the door locks can be oper-ated with the transmitter.

Note: Normal battery life is approximately2 years, but varies depending on usage. Itis advisable to get battery replaced fromMARUTI SUZUKI Authorized workshop.

80MJ133

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

CAUTION

Do not remove the screw from thekey unnecessarily as it damages thescrew head. Kindly replace the screwonce the transmitter battery ischanged.

CAUTION

Dispose off the used battery properlyaccording to applicable rules or regu-lations. Do not dispose off lithiumbatteries with ordinary householdtrash.

WARNING

Swallowing a lithium battery maycause serious internal injury. Do notallow anyone to swallow a lithiumbattery. Keep lithium batteries awayfrom children and pets. If swallowed,contact a physician immediately.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

SYMPTOMS PROBABLE CAUSES REMEDIES

Transmitter function (Unlock/Lock/Panic) not working

1. Battery of the transmitter is weak. 2. Transmitter is exposed to water or it is

wet.3. D/L or Dome fuse for controller is blown

in the vehicle. 4. In case if any door is open or door

sensor is shorted with the body ground,remote will not activate the centrallocking/ alarm system.

1. Check the battery. 2. Dry the transmitter and check it. 3. Check and replace the D/L or Dome

fuse.4. Check if all doors are properly closed

and door switch functioning is O.K.

Operation distance of the transmitter is less than 20m but still transmitter (Unlock/Lock/Panic) is not working

1. Battery of the transmitter is weak. 2. Strong RF interference. (e.g. Radio

Towers, High Voltage Transmission linenear by)

1. Check the battery.2. Drive the vehicle away from the

particular spot and re-test the controldistance.

It is difficult to activate or deactivate the system in certain area using the transmitter.

1. The strong interference caused byexcessive RF activity in a particulararea

1. The interference is temporary and onlywhile the vehicle is in that area.

Alarm is not triggered even if any door(s)/hood/trunk opened in arm stage.

1. The contact point of the door(s), frontbonnet or rear boot switch is faulty.

2. The connection of the door(s), frontbonnet or rear boot switch is loose.

1. Replace the defective Switch.

2. Make proper connection.

Siren does not sound when alarm is triggered.

1. The connection of the siren wire isloose.

2. Siren is faulty.

1. Make proper connection. 2. Change the siren.

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Windows

Manual Window Control (if equipped)

60G010

Raise or lower the door windows by turningthe handle located on the door panel.

Electric Window Controls (if equipped)The electric windows can only be operatedwhen the ignition switch is in the “ON” posi-tion.

Driver’s door (type A)

67LH014

Driver’s door (type B)

67LH015

The driver’s door has a switch (1) to oper-ate the driver’s window, and a switch (2) tooperate the front passenger’s window orthere are switches (4), (5), to operate the

rear right and left passenger windows,respectively.

Passenger’s door

67LH016

The passenger’s door has a switch (3) tooperate the passenger’s window.

81A009

EXAMPLE

(1)

(2)

EXAMPLE

(1)

(2)

(4)

(5)

EXAMPLE

(3)

EXAMPLE

CLOSE

OPEN

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To open a window, push the top part of theswitch and to close the window, lift up thetop part of the switch.The driver’s window has an “auto-down”feature for added convenience (at tollbooths or drive-through restaurants, forexample). This means you can open thewindow without holding the window switchin the “Down” position. Press the driver’swindow switch completely down andrelease it. To stop the window before itreaches the bottom, pull the switch upbriefly.

Lock switch (type A)

67LH017

Lock switch (type B)

67LH018

The driver’s door also has a lock switch forthe passenger’s windows. When you pushin the lock switch, the passenger’s win-dows cannot be raised or lowered by oper-ating any of the switches (2), (3), (4) or (5).To restore normal operation, release thelock switch by pushing again.

NOTE:If you drive with one of the rear windowsopen, you may hear a loud sound causedby air vibration. To reduce the sound, openthe driver’s or front passenger’s window, ornarrow the rear window opening.

MirrorsInside Rearview Mirror

You can adjust the inside rearview mirrorby hand so as to see the rear of your vehi-cle in the mirror.

Type1

74LHT0235

Type2

68LMT0205

68LMT0206

(2) Day driving(3) Night driving

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLE

WARNING

• You should always lock the pas-senger’s window operation whenthere are children in the vehicle.Children can be seriously injured ifthey get part of their body caughtby the window during operation.

• To avoid injuring an occupant bywindow entrapment, be sure nopart of the occupant’s body such ashands or head is in the path of theelectric windows when closingthem.

• Always remove the ignition keywhen leaving the vehicle even ifonly for a short time. Also do notleave children alone in a parkedvehicle. Unattended children coulduse the electric window switchesand get trapped by the window.

(1)

(2) (3)

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To adjust the mirror, set the selector tab (1)to the day position, then move the mirrorup, down or sideways by hand to obtain thebest view.

When driving at night, you can move theselector tab to the night position to reduceglare from the headlights of vehiclesbehind you.

Outside Rearview MirrorsAdjust the outside rearview mirrors so youcan just see the side of your vehicle in themirrors.

68KH008

Electric Mirrors (if equipped)

67LH019

The switch to control the electric mirrors islocated on the driver’s door panel. You canadjust the mirrors when the ignition switchis in the “ACC” or “ON” position. To adjustthe mirrors:

1) Move the selector switch to the left orright to select the mirror you wish toadjust.

2) Press the outer part of the switch thatcorresponds to the direction in whichyou wish to move the mirror.

3) Return the selector switch to the centerposition to help prevent unintendedadjustment.

Front SeatsSeat Adjustment

WARNING

• Always adjust the mirror with theselector set to the day position.

• Only use the night position if it isnecessary to reduce glare from theheadlights of vehicles behind you.Be aware that in this position youmay not be able to see someobjects that could be seen in theday position.

WARNING

Be careful when judging the size ordistance of a vehicle or other objectseen in the side convex mirror. Beaware that objects look smaller andappear farther away than when seenin a flat mirror.

EXAMPLE

(1)

(3)(2)

(4)

(2)

(4)

(3)

(1)

EXAMPLE

WARNING

Never attempt to adjust the driver’sseat or seatback while driving. Theseat or seatback could move unex-pectedly, causing loss of control.Make sure that the driver’s seat andseatback are properly adjustedbefore you start driving.

WARNING

To avoid excessive seat belt slack,which reduces the effectiveness ofthe seat belts as a safety device,make sure that the seats are adjustedbefore the seat belts are fastened.

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Adjusting Seat Position

67LH020

The adjustment lever for each front seat islocated under the front of the seat. Toadjust the seat position, pull up on theadjustment lever and slide the seat forwardor rearward. After adjustment, try to move the seat for-ward and rearward to ensure that it issecurely latched.

Adjusting Seatbacks

67LH021

To adjust the seatback angle of front seats,pull up the lever on the outboard side ofthe seat, move the seatback to the desiredposition, and release the lever to lock theseatback in place.

Head Restraints (if equipped)

63J246

Head restraints are designed to helpreduce the risk of neck injuries in the caseof an accident. Adjust the head restraint tothe position which places the center of thehead restraint closest to the top of yourears. If this is not possible for very tall pas-sengers, adjust the head restraint as highas possible.

NOTE:It may be necessary to recline the seat-back to provide enough overhead clear-ance to remove the head restraint.

Front

67LH022

WARNING

All seatbacks should always be in anupright position when driving, or seatbelt effectiveness may be reduced.Seat belts are designed to offer maxi-mum protection when seatbacks arein the upright position.

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLE

WARNING

• Never drive the vehicle with thehead restraints removed.

• Do not attempt to adjust the headrestraint while driving.

EXAMPLE

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To raise the front head restraint, pullupward on the restraint until it clicks. Tolower the restraint, push down on therestraint while holding in the lock lever. If ahead restraint must be removed (for clean-ing, replacement, etc.), push in the locklever and pull the head restraint all the wayout.

Rear Seats

Head Restraints (if equipped)Head restraints are designed to helpreduce the risk of neck injuries in the caseof an accident.

NOTE:It may be necessary to fold forward theseatback to provide enough overheadclearance to remove the head restraint.

Adjust the head restraint to the positionwhich places the center of the headrestraint closest to the top of your ears. Ifthis is not possible for very tall passengersadjust the head restraint as high as possi-ble.

67LH023

To raise the rear head restraint, pullupward on the restraint until it clicks. Tolower the restraint, push down the restraintwhile holding in the lock lever. If a headrestraint must be removed (for cleaning,replacement, etc.), push in the lock leverand pull the head restraint all the way out.

When installing a child restraint system,raise the head restraint to the most upperposition.

Folding Rear SeatThe rear seat of your vehicle can be foldedforward to provide additional cargo space.

To fold the rear seat forward:

67LH024

1) Hook the webbing of the outboard lap-shoulder belts in the belt hangers.

2) Lower the head restraint (if equipped)fully.

WARNING

• Never drive the vehicle with thehead restraints removed.

• Do not attempt to adjust the headrestraint while driving.

EXAMPLE

CAUTION

• When you move a seatback, makesure the belt webbing is hooked inthe seat belt hangers so the seatbelts are not caught by the seat-back, seat hinge, or seat latch. Thishelps prevent damage to the beltsystem.

• Make sure the belt webbing is nottwisted.

EXAMPLE

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67LH025

3) Pull up the knob on the top of each splitseat, and fold the seatbacks forward.

To return the seat to the normal position,follow the procedure below.

67LH026

Raise the seatback until it locks into place.

After returning the seat, try moving theseatback to make sure they are securelylatched.

Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems

67LM4001

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLE

WARNING

• Luggage or other cargo should bestowed in the luggage compart-ment with the rear seat in anupright position, whenever possi-ble. If you need to carry cargo inthe passenger compartment withthe rear seatback folded forward,be sure to secure the cargo or itmay be thrown about, causinginjury. Never pile cargo higher thanthe seatbacks.

• When returning a rear seatback tothe normal position, make sure theseatback is securely latched.

WARNING

Wear Your Seat Belts at All Times.

WARNING

An air bag supplements, or adds to,the frontal crash protection offeredby seat belts. The driver and all pas-sengers must be properly restrainedby wearing seat belts at all times,whether or not an air bag is mountedat their seating position, to minimizethe risk of severe injury or death inthe event of a crash.

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65D606 65D201 65D199

WARNING

• Never allow persons to ride in thecargo area of a vehicle. In the eventof an accident, there is a muchgreater risk of injury for personswho are not riding in a seat withtheir seat belt securely fastened.

• Seat belts should always beadjusted as follows:– the lap portion of the belt should

be worn low across the pelvis,not across the waist.

– the shoulder straps should beworn on the outside shoulderonly, and never under the arm.

– the shoulder straps should beaway from your face and neck,but not falling off your shoulder.

(Continued)

Above the pelvis

WARNING

(Continued)• Seat belts should never be worn

with the straps twisted and shouldbe adjusted as tightly as is com-fortable to provide the protectionfor which they have been designed.A slack belt will provide less pro-tection than one which is snug.

• Make sure that each seat beltbuckle is inserted into the properbuckle catch. It is possible to crossthe buckles in the rear seat.

(Continued)

Across the pelvis

WARNING

(Continued)• Pregnant women should use seat

belts, although specific recommen-dations about driving should bemade by the woman’s medical advi-sor. Remember that the lap portionof the belt should be worn as lowas possible across the hips, asshown in the diagram.

• Do not wear your seat belt overhard or breakable objects in yourpockets or on your clothing. If anaccident occurs, objects such asglasses, pens, etc. under the seatbelt can cause injury.

(Continued)

as low as possible across the hips

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Lap-Shoulder Belt

Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)The seat belt has an emergency lockingretractor (ELR), which is designed to lockthe seat belt only during a sudden stop orimpact. It also may lock if you pull the beltacross your body very quickly. If this hap-pens, let the belt go back to unlock it, thenpull the belt across your body more slowly.

Safety reminder

60A038

60A040

To reduce the risk of sliding under the beltduring a collision, position the lap portionof the belt across your lap as low on yourhips as possible and adjust it to a snug fit

WARNING

(Continued)• Never use the same seat belt on

more than one occupant and neverattach a seat belt over an infant orchild being held on an occupant’slap. Such seat belt use could causeserious injury in the event of anaccident.

• Periodically inspect seat beltassemblies for excessive wear anddamage. Seat belts should bereplaced if webbing becomesfrayed, contaminated, or damagedin any way. It is essential to replacethe entire seat belt assembly after ithas been worn in a severe impact,even if damage to the assembly isnot obvious.

• Children age 12 and under shouldride properly restrained in the rearseat.

• Infants and small children shouldnever be transported unless theyare properly restrained. Restraintsystems for infants and small chil-dren can be purchased locally andshould be used. Make sure that thesystem you purchase meets appli-cable safety standards. Read andfollow all the directions providedby the manufacturer.

(Continued)

WARNING

(Continued)• For children, if the shoulder belt

irritates the neck or face, move thechild closer to the center of thevehicle.

• Avoid contamination of seat beltwebbing by polishes, oils, chemi-cals, and particularly battery acid.Cleaning may safely be carried outusing mild soap and water.

• Do not insert any items such ascoins, clips, etc. into the seat beltbuckles, and be careful not to spillliquids into these parts. If foreignmaterials get into a seat beltbuckle, the seat belt may not workproperly.

Sit up straight and fully back

Low on hips

Low on hips

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by pulling the shoulder portion of the beltupward through the latch plate. The lengthof the diagonal shoulder strap adjusts itselfto allow freedom of movement.

All Seat Belts Except Rear CenterAll seat belts except rear center are thelap-shoulder belt.

60A036

To fasten the seat belt, sit up straight andwell back in the seat, pull the latch plateattached to the seat belt across your bodyand press it straight into the buckle untilyou hear a “click”.

60A039

To unfasten the seat belt, push the buttonon the buckle and retract the belt slowlywhile attaching a hand to the belt or/andthe latch plate.

Rear Center Seat Belt

Rear center seat belt is the lap belt.To fasten the belt, pull the latch plateattached to the seat belt across your hipsand press it straight into the buckle untilyou hear a “click”. To reduce the risk ofsliding under the belt during a collision,position the belt across your lap as low onyour hips as possible and adjust it to asnug fit.

60B038

To tighten the belt, pull the free end of thebelt across alongside the lap strap.

60A046

To lengthen, release the latch plate fromthe buckle, pull the latch plate (adjuster) inthe direction of the arrow, at right angles to

TO TIGHTEN

Low on hips

Right angle

TO LOOSEN

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the buckle. The latch plate should then berefitted into the buckle and the belt tight-ened as previously described.

To unfasten the belt, press the release but-ton on the buckle catch.

60G028

NOTE:To identify the center seat belt buckle andlatch plate in the rear seat, “CENTER” ismarked on the buckle and latch plate of thecenter lap belt. The buckles are designedso a latch plate cannot be inserted into thewrong buckle.

Driver’s Seat Belt Reminder (if equipped)

67LH027

When the driver doesn’t buckle his or herseat belt with the ignition switch in the “ON”position, the driver’s seat belt reminderlight in the instrument cluster will blink untilthe driver’s seat belt is buckled.

The reminder will be automatically can-celed when the driver’s seat belt is buckledor the ignition switch is turned off.

Seat Belt Hanger

67LH024

EXAMPLE

WARNING

It is absolutely essential that thedriver and passengers wear their seatbelts at all times. Persons who arenot wearing seat belts have a muchgreater risk of injury if an accidentoccurs. Make a regular habit of buck-ling your seat belt before putting thekey in the ignition.

EXAMPLE

CAUTION

• When you move a seatback, makesure the webbing is hooked in theseat belt hangers so the seat beltsare not caught by the seatback,seat hinge, or seat latch. This helpsprevent damage to the belt system.

• Make sure the belt webbing is nottwisted.

EXAMPLE

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Seat Belt Inspection

65D209S

Periodically inspect the seat belts to makesure they work properly and are not dam-aged. Check the webbing, buckles, latchplates, retractors, anchorages, and guideloops. Replace any seat belts which do notwork properly or are damaged.

Child Restraint Systems

67LM2012

Infant restraint

79J221

Child restraint

79J222

Booster seat

79J223

MARUTI SUZUKI highly recommends thatyou use a child restraint system to restraininfants and small children. Many different

WARNING

Be sure to inspect all seat beltassemblies after any collision. Anyseat belt assembly which was in useduring a collision (other than a veryminor one) should be replaced, evenif damage to the assembly is notobvious. Any seat belt assemblywhich was not in use during a colli-sion should be replaced if it does notfunction properly or is damaged inany way.

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLE

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types of child restraint systems are avail-able; make sure that the restraint systemyou select meets applicable safety stan-dards.

All child restraint systems are designed tobe secured on vehicle seats by either seatbelts (lap belts or the lap portion of lap-shoulder belts). Whenever possible, MAR-UTI SUZUKI recommends that childrestraint systems be installed on the rearseat. According to accident statistics, chil-dren are safer when properly restrained inrear seating positions than in front seatingpositions. If you must use a front-facingchild restraint in the front passenger’s seat,adjust the passenger’s seat as far back aspossible.

NOTE:Observe any statutory regulation aboutchild restraints.

65D607

65D608

65D609

WARNING

If your vehicle is equipped with afront passenger air bag, do not installa rear-facing child restraint in thefront passenger’s seat. If the passen-ger’s air bag inflates, a child in a rear-facing child restraint could be killedor seriously injured. The back of arear-facing child restraint would betoo close to the inflating air bag.

WARNING

If you install a child restraint systemin the rear seat, slide the front seatfar enough forward so that the child’sfeet do not touch the front seatback.This will help avoid injury to the childin the event of an accident.

WARNING

Children could be endangered in acrash if their child restraints are notproperly secured in the vehicle.When installing a child restraint sys-tem, be sure to follow the instruc-tions below. Be sure to secure thechild in the restraint system accord-ing to the manufacturer’s instruc-tions.

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Installation with Lap-Shoulder SeatBelts

ELR type belt

80JC021

Install your child restraint system accord-ing to the instructions provided by the childrestraint system manufacturer.

Make sure that the seat belt is securelylatched.

Try to move the child restraint system in alldirections to make sure it is securelyinstalled.

NOTICE

Before installing a child restraint sys-tem in the rear seat, raise the headrestraint (if equipped) to the mostupper position.

EXAMPLE

Child Restraint System for IndiaChild Restraint

The suitability of each passenger’s seat position for carriage of children and fitting of child restraint system is shown in the table below. Whenever you carry children up to 12 years of age, properly use the child restraints which conform to AIS 072, the standard for child restraints, referring to the table.

Key of letters to be inserted in the above table:U =Suitable for ‘universal’ category restraints approved for use in this mass groupX =Seat position not suitable for children in this mass groupN.A = Seat position not available for children in this mass group. NOTE: ‘universal’ is the category in the AIS 072. : ‘Outboard’ indicates window side seat.

MASS GROUP

Seating position (or other site)

Front Passen-

ger

Rear Outboard

Rear Centre

Intermedi-ate

Outboard

Intermedi-ate Centre

Group 0Up to 10 kg X U X N.A. N.A.

Group 0+Up to 13 kg X U X N.A. N.A.

Group I9 to 18 kg X U X N.A. N.A.

Group II15 to 25 kg X U X N.A. N.A.

Group III22 to 36 kg X U X N.A. N.A.

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Seat Belt Pretensioner System (if equipped)

67LM2008

To determine if your vehicle is equippedwith a seat belt pretensioner system at thefront seating positions, check the label onthe front seat belt at the bottom part. If theletters “p” and/or “PRE” appear as illus-trated, your vehicle is equipped with theseat belt pretensioner system. You can usethe pretensioner seat belts in the samemanner as ordinary seat belts.Read this section and the “SupplementalRestraint System (air bags)” section tolearn more about the pretensioner system.

The seat belt pretensioner system workswith the SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINTSYSTEM (Air Bags). The crash sensorsand the electronic controller of the air bagsystem also control the seat belt preten-sioners. The pretensioners are activated inthe event of a frontal crash which is severeenough to trigger the air bags.

For precautions and general informationincluding servicing the pretensioner system,refer to the “Supplemental Restraint System(air bags)” section in addition to this “SeatBelt Pretensioner System” section, and fol-low all those precautions.

The pretensioner is located in each frontseat belt retractor. The pretensioner tight-ens the seat belt so the belt fits the occu-pant’s body more snugly in the event of afrontal crash. The retractors will remainlocked after the pretensioners are activated.Upon activation, some noise will occur and

some smoke may be released. These con-ditions are not harmful and do not indicate afire in the vehicle.

The driver and all passengers must beproperly restrained by wearing seat belts atall times, whether or not a pretensioner isequipped at their seating position, to mini-mize the risk of severe injury or death in theevent of a crash.

Sit fully back in the seat; sit up straight; donot lean forward or sideways. Adjust the beltso the lap portion of the belt is worn lowacross the pelvis, not across the waist.Please refer to the “Seat Adjustment” sec-tion and the instructions and precautionsabout the seat belts in this “Seat Belts andChild Restraint Systems” section for detailson proper seat and seat belt adjustments.

Please note that the pretensioners alongwith the air bags will activate in severe fron-tal collisions. They are not designed to acti-vate in rear impacts, side impacts, roll-overs, or minor frontal collisions. The pre-tensioners can be activated only once. If thepretensioners are activated (that is, if the airbags are activated), have the pretensionersystem serviced by an authorised MarutiSuzuki workshop as soon as possible.If the “AIR BAG” light on the instrumentcluster does not blink or come on brieflywhen the ignition switch is turned to the“ON” position stays on for more than 10seconds, or comes on while driving, the

WARNING

This section of the owner’s manualdescribes your Vehicle’s SEAT BELTPRETENSIONER SYSTEM. Pleaseread and follow ALL these instruc-tions carefully to minimize your riskof severe injury or death.

and/or

Label

EXAMPLE

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pretensioner system or the air bag systemmay not work properly. Have both systemsinspected by an authorised Maruti Suzukiworkshop as soon as possible.

Service on or around the pretensioner sys-tem components or wiring must be per-formed only by an authorised MarutiSuzuki workshop who is specially trained.Improper service could result in unin-tended activation of pretensioners or couldrender the pretensioner inoperative. Eitherof these two conditions may result in per-sonal injury.

To prevent damage or unintended activa-tion of the pretensioners, be sure the bat-tery is disconnected and the ignition switchhas been in the “LOCK” position for atleast 90 seconds before performing anyelectrical service work on your vehicle.

Do not touch pretensioner system compo-nents or wiring. The wires are wrappedwith yellow tape or yellow tubing, and thecouplers are yellow. When scrapping yourVehicle, ask your authorised Maruti Suzukiworkshop body repair shop, or scrap yardfor assistance.

Supplemental Restraint System (air bags) (if equipped)

Your vehicle is equipped with a Supple-mental Restraint System consisting of thefollowing components in addition to a lap-shoulder belt at each front seating position.

1. Driver’s front air bag module (ifequipped)

2. Front passenger’s front air bag module(if equipped)

3. Air bag controller (if equipped)

67LM2009

63J030

If the “AIR BAG” light on the instrumentcluster does not blink or come on when theignition switch is first turned to the “ON”position, or the “AIR BAG” light stays on, orcomes on while driving, the air bag systemmay not work properly. Have the air bagsystem inspected by an MARUTI SUZUKIauthorised workshop as soon as possible.

WARNING

This section of the owner’s manualdescribes the protection provided byyour MARUTI SUZUKI’s SUPPLE-MENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (airbags). Please read and follow ALL theseinstructions carefully to minimizeyour risk of severe injury or death inthe event of a collision.

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Front Air Bags

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The driver’s front air bag is located behindthe center pad of the steering wheel andthe front passenger’s front air bag (ifequipped) is located behind the passen-ger’s side of the dashboard. The words“SRS AIRBAG” are molded into the air bagcovers to identify the location of the airbags.

Conditions of front air bags deployment(inflation)

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• In frontal collisions with a fixed wall thatdoes not move or deform in more thanabout 25 km/h (15 mph)

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• In collisions such as above at an angle ofabout 30 degrees (1) or less from thefront

Conditions of front air bags may inflateReceiving a strong impact to the lower bodyof your vehicle, the front air bags will inflatein many cases.

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• Hitting a curb or medial strip

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• Falling into a deep hole or ditch

80J101

• Landing hard or falling

Front air bags may inflate in a strongimpact

80J120

• Collision from the rear

80J119

• Collision from the side

80J110

• Vehicle rollover

Front air bags may not inflateThe front air bags may not inflate when theimpact is absorbed since the collisionobject moved, vehicle body deformed, orcollision angle was greater than about 30degrees from the front.

80J102

• Approximately 50 km/h or lower speedfrontal collision to a stopped vehicle

80J103

• Collision that the front of your vehiclegoes under the bed of a truck etc.

80J104

• Collision with a utility pole or stumpage

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• Collision with a fixed wall or guardrail atan angle of greater than about 30degrees (1) from the front

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• In frontal collisions with a fixed wall thatdoes not move or deform in less thanabout 25 km/h

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• Collision angle is offset from the vehicleangle (offset collision)

Front air bags are not designed to inflate inrear impacts, side impacts, rollovers orminor frontal collisions, since they wouldoffer no protection in those types of acci-dents. Remember, since an air bagdeploys only one time during an accident,seat belts are needed to restrain occu-pants from further movements during theaccident.

Therefore, an air bag is NOT a substitutefor seat belts. To maximize your protection,ALWAYS WEAR YOUR SEAT BELTS. Beaware that no system can prevent all pos-sible injuries that may occur in an accident.

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Please refer to “Seat Belts and ChildRestraint Systems” in this section fordetails on securing your child.

Air bag symbol (if equipped) meaning

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You may find this label on the sun visor.

WARNING

An air bag supplements, or adds to,the crash protection offered by seatbelts. The driver and all passengersmust be properly restrained by wear-ing seat belts at all times, whether ornot an air bag is mounted at theirseating position, to minimize the riskof severe injury or death in the eventof a crash.

WARNING

Do not install a rear-facing childrestraint in the front passenger’sseat. If the passenger’s front air baginflates, a child in a rear-facing childrestraint could be killed or severelyinjured. The back of a rear-facingchild restraint would be too close tothe inflating air bag.

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How the system worksIn a frontal collision, the crash sensors willdetect rapid deceleration, and if the con-troller judges that the deceleration rep-resents a severe frontal crash, thecontroller will trigger the inflators. The infla-tors inflate the air bags with nitrogen orargon gas. The inflated air bags provide acushion for your head and upper body. Theair bag inflates and deflates so quickly thatyou may not even realize that it has acti-vated. The air bag will neither hinder yourview nor make it harder to exit the vehicle.

Air bags must inflate quickly and forcefullyin order to reduce the chance of serious or

fatal injuries. However, an unavoidableconsequence of the quick inflation is thatthe air bag may irritate bare skin, such asthe facial area. Also, upon inflation, a loudnoise will occur and some powder andsmoke will be released. These conditionsare not harmful and do not indicate a fire inthe vehicle. Be aware, however, that someair bag components may be hot for a whileafter inflation.

A seat belt helps keep you in the properposition for maximum protection when anair bag inflates. Adjust your seat as farback as possible while still maintainingcontrol of the vehicle. Sit fully back in yourseat; sit up straight; do not lean over thesteering wheel. Please refer to the “FrontSeat” section and the “Seat Belts andChild Restraint Systems” section in thissection for details on proper seat and seatbelt adjustments.

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Note that even though your vehicle may bemoderately damaged in a frontal collision,the collision may not have been severeenough to trigger the air bags to inflate. Ifyour car sustains ANY front-end damage,have the air bag system inspected by anMARUTI SUZUKI authorised workshop toensure it is in proper working order.

Your vehicle is equipped with a diagnosticmodule which records information aboutthe air bag system if the air bags deploy ina crash. The module records informationabout overall system status, which sensorsactivated the deployment, and for a certainvehicle only, whether the driver’s seat beltwas in use.

WARNING

NEVER use a rearward facing childrestraint on a seat protected by anACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it, DEATHor SERIOUS INJURY to the CHILDcan occur.

WARNING

If the AIR BAG light in the instrumentcluster ever comes on and stays on,it means that something may bewrong with the air bag system. If thisever happens, have the vehicle ser-viced immediately, because the airbags may not offer the protection forwhich they were designed.

WARNING

• The driver should not lean over thesteering wheel. In these situations,the out-of-position occupant wouldbe too close to an inflating air bag,and may suffer severe injury.

• Do not attach any objects to, orplace any objects over, the steeringwheel. Do not place any objectsbetween the air bag and the driver.These objects may interfere with airbag operation or may be propelledby the air bag in the event of acrash. Either of these conditionsmay cause severe injury.

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Servicing the air bag systemIf the air bags inflate, have the air bags andrelated components replaced by an autho-rized MARUTI SUZUKI dealer as soon aspossible.

If your vehicle ever gets in deep water andthe driver’s floor is submerged, the air bagcontroller could be damaged. If it does,have the air bag system inspected by theMARUTI SUZUKI authorised workshop assoon as possible.

Special procedures are required for servic-ing or replacing an air bag. For that reason,only an MARUTI SUZUKI authorised work-shop should be allowed to service orreplace your air bags. Please remind any-one who services your MARUTI SUZUKIthat it has air bags.

Service on or around air bag componentsor wiring must be performed only by anMARUTI SUZUKI authorised workshop.Improper service could result in unin-tended air bag deployment or could renderthe air bag inoperative. Either of these twoconditions may result in severe injury.

To prevent damage or unintended inflationof the air bag system, be sure the batteryis disconnected and the ignition switch hasbeen in the “LOCK” position for at least 90seconds before performing any electricalservice work on your MARUTI SUZUKI. Donot touch air bag system components orwires. The wires are wrapped with yellow

tape or yellow tubing, and the couplers areyellow for easy identification.

Scrapping a car that has an uninflated airbag can be hazardous. Ask your dealer,body repair shop or scrap yard for helpwith disposal.

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Instrument Cluster1. Speedometer2. Odometer/Trip meter3. Indication selector knob4. Tachometer5. Fuel gauge6. Warning and indicator lights

with tachometer

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without tachometer

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6 35 2

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Warning and Indicator Lights

Brake System Warning Light

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Three different types of operations existdepending on the vehicle’s specification.

1) The light comes on briefly when theignition switch is turned to the “ON”position.

2) The light comes on when the parkingbrake is engaged with the ignitionswitch in the “ON” position.

3) The light comes on when under eitheror both of above two conditions.

The light also comes on when the fluid inthe brake fluid reservoir falls below thespecified level.

The light should go out after starting theengine and fully releasing the parkingbrake, if the fluid level in the brake fluid res-ervoir is adequate.

The light also comes on together with theABS warning light when the rear brakeforce control function (proportioning valvefunction) of the ABS system fails.

If the brake system warning light comes onwhile you are driving the vehicle, it maymean that there is something wrong withthe vehicle’s brake system. If this happens,you should:

1) Pull off the road and stop carefully.

2) Test the brakes by carefully starting andstopping at the side of the road.

– If you determine that it is safe, drivecarefully at low speed to the nearestdealer for repairs, or

– Have the vehicle towed to the nearestdealer for repairs. NOTE:

Because the brake system is self-adjust-ing, the fluid level will drop as the brakepads become worn. Replenishing thebrake fluid reservoir is considered normalperiodic maintenance.

Driver’s Seat Belt Warning Light (if equipped)

60G049

WARNING

Remember that stopping distancemay be longer, you may have to pushharder on the pedal, and the pedalmay go down farther than normal.

WARNING

If any of the following conditionsoccur, you should immediately askyour MARUTI SUZUKI authorisedworkshop to inspect the brake sys-tem.• If the brake system warning light

does not go out after the enginehas been started and the parkingbrake has been fully released.

• If the brake system warning lightdoes not come on when the igni-tion switch is turned to the “ON”position.

• If the brake system warning lightcomes on at any time during vehi-cle operation.

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If the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled whenthe ignition switch is turned to the “ON”position, this light will blink until the driver’sseat belt is buckled.

For details about the seat belt reminder,refer to “Seat Belts and Child RestraintSystems” in this section.

“AIR BAG” Light (if equipped)

63J030

This light blinks or comes on for severalseconds when the ignition switch is turnedto the “ON” position so you can check if thelight is working.

The light will come on and stay on if thereis a problem in the air bag system.

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light (if equipped)

65D529

When the ignition switch is turned to the“ON” position, the light comes on briefly soyou can check that the light is working.If the light stays on, or comes on whendriving, there may be something wrongwith the ABS.

If this happens: 1) Pull off the road and stop carefully.2) Turn the ignition switch to “LOCK” and

then start the engine again.

If the warning light comes on briefly thenturns off, the system is normal. If the warn-ing light still stays on, the system will besomething wrong.

If the light and the brake system warninglight stay on, or come on simultaneouslywhen driving, your ABS system isequipped with the rear brake force controlfunction (proportioning valve function) andthere may be something wrong with boththe rear brake force control function andanti-lock function of the ABS system.

If one of these happens, have the systeminspected by your MARUTI SUZUKI autho-rised workshop. If the ABS becomes inoperative, the brakesystem will function as an ordinary brakesystem that does not have this ABS sys-tem.

Malfunction Indicator Light

63J031

Your vehicle has a computer-controlledemission control system. A malfunctionindicator light is provided on the instrumentpanel to indicate when it is necessary tohave the emission control system serviced.The malfunction indicator light comes onwhen the ignition switch is turned to “ON”and goes out when the engine is started.

If the malfunction indicator light comes onwhen the engine is running, there is aproblem with the emission control system.Bring the vehicle to your MARUTI SUZUKIauthorised workshop to have the problemcorrected.

WARNING

If the “AIR BAG” light does not blinkor come on briefly when the ignitionswitch is turned to the “ON” position,stays on for more than 10 seconds,or comes on while driving, the air bagsystem may not work properly. Haveboth systems inspected by an MAR-UTI SUZUKI authorised workshop.

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Electric Power Steering Light (if equipped)

79J039

This light comes on when the ignitionswitch is turned to the “ON” position, andgoes out when the engine is started.

If this light comes on while driving, thepower steering system may not work prop-erly. Have the system inspected by yourMARUTI SUZUKI authorised workshop.

NOTE:Following operations of the steering wheelwhile parking or driving at a very low-speed may have steering effort biggergradually. This is not a malfunction of thesteering system, but the power steering

control system limits the power assist inorder to prevent them from overheating.• The steering wheel is operated very

often.• The steering wheel is kept in a fully

turned position for a long while. When the power steering control systemcool down, the power steering systemback to the original condition.However, repeating these operations couldcause the power steering system dam-aged.

NOTE:If the power steering system does not workproperly, you will feel heavier to steer butyou still will be able to steer.

Oil Pressure Light

50G051

This light comes on when the ignitionswitch is turned to the “ON” position, andgoes out when the engine is started. Thelight will come on and remain on if there isinsufficient oil pressure. If the light comeson when driving, pull off the road as soonas you can and stop the engine.

Check the oil level and add oil if necessary.If there is enough oil, the lubrication sys-tem should be inspected by your MARUTISUZUKI authorised workshop before youdrive the vehicle again.

Charging Light

50G052

This light comes on when the ignitionswitch is turned to the “ON” position, andgoes out when the engine is started. Thelight will come on and remain on if there issomething wrong with the battery chargingsystem. If the light comes on when theengine is running, the charging systemshould be inspected immediately by yourMARUTI SUZUKI authorised workshop.

NOTICE

Continuing to drive the vehicle whenthe malfunction indicator light is oncan cause permanent damage to thevehicle’s emission control system,and can affect fuel economy anddriveability.

CAUTION

• If you operate the engine with thislight on, severe engine damage canresult.

• Do not rely on the Oil PressureLight to indicate the need to addoil. Be sure to periodically checkthe engine oil level.

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High Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light (red color)

54G344

When the ignition switch is turned to the“ON” position, this light comes on briefly soyou can check that the light is working. Ifthis light blinks while driving, it means theengine is running hot. Avoid driving condi-tions that may lead to actual overheating. Ifthe light stays on without blinking, then theengine is overheating. Follow the instruc-tions in the “If the Engine Overheats” of“EMERGENCY SERVICE” section.

Immobilizer System Light

65D239

This light comes on when the ignitionswitch is turned to the “ON” position, andgoes out when the engine is started. If thislight blinks with the ignition switch turned to“ON”, there may be something wrong withthe immobilizer system. Ask your MARUTISUZUKI authorised workshop to have thesystem inspected.

Turn Signal Indicators

50G055

When you turn on the left or right turn sig-nals, the corresponding green arrow on theinstrument panel will flash along with therespective turn signal lights. When youturn on the hazard warning switch, botharrows will flash along with all of the turnsignal lights.

Main Beam (high beam) Indicator Light

50G056

This indicator comes on when headlightmain beams (high beams) are turned on.

Rear Fog Light Indicator Light (if equipped)

54G491

The rear fog light indicator light comes onwhen the rear fog light operates.

CAUTION

Continuing to drive the vehicle whenengine overheating is indicated canresult in severe engine damage.

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Transaxle Warning Light (if equipped)

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This light comes on for several secondswhen the ignition switch is turned to the“ON” position so you can check the light isworking.If this light comes on when the engine isrunning, there is a problem with the AutoGear Shift system. Ask your MARUTISUZUKI dealer to have the systeminspected.

NOTE:If the Auto Gear Shift system temperaturebecomes too high, this light will blink. Stopthe vehicle in a safe place and let the sys-tem cool down.

Depress Brake Pedal Indicator (if equipped)

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Refer to “Auto Gear Shift” in the “OPERAT-ING YOUR VEHICLE” section for details.

Speedometer/Odometer/Trip meter/Meter Illumination Control

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(1) Speedometer(2) Display(3) Indication selector knob

SpeedometerThe speedometer indicates vehicle speedin km/h.

Odometer/Trip meterThe odometer/trip meter is shown whenthe ignition switch is in the “ON” position.The odometer records the total distancethe vehicle has been driven. The trip metercan be used to measure the distance trav-eled on short trips or between fuel stops.

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When the ignition switch is turned to “ON”,the display shows three or six types of indi-

L/100kmkm/L

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EXAMPLE

CAUTION

Keep track of your odometer readingand check the maintenance sched-ule regularly for required services.Increased wear or damage to certainparts can result from failure to per-form required services at the propermileage intervals.

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cation; odometer (a), trip meter A (b), tripmeter B (c), and if your vehicle is equippedwith the information display, instantaneousfuel consumption (d), average fuel con-sumption (e), and driving range (f). Pushthe indication selector knob (3) quickly toswitch the indication among three or six.For the indication (d), (e), or (f), refer to“Information Display” in this section fordetails.

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To reset the trip meter to zero, hold theindication selector knob (3) for more than 2seconds.

Meter illumination control

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When the display shows the indication oftrip meter B (c) or driving range (f) if yourvehicle is equipped with the informationdisplay and the headlights are on, you canchange the indication to illumination inten-sity by pushing the indication selector knob(3).

To change the meter illumination bright-ness, push and hold in the indication selec-tor knob (3). The indication will change asshown in the illustration. The illuminationgets dimmer then returns to the brightestcondition after it reaches the dimmest.

NOTE:When you reconnect the negative (-) termi-nal to the battery, the brightness of theinstrument panel lights will be reinitialized.Readjust the brightness according to yourpreference.

Tachometer (if equipped)

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The tachometer indicates engine speed inrevolutions per minute.

WARNING

If you attempt to adjust the displaywhile driving, you could lose controlof the vehicle.

Do not attempt to adjust the displaywhile driving.

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(Brightest) (Initial setting)

(Dimmest)

CAUTION

Never drive with the engine speedindicator in the red zone or severeengine damage can result. Whendownshifting to a lower gear, makesure not to operate with excessiverevolution speeds of the engine.Refer to “Downshifting maximumallowable speeds” in the “OPERAT-ING YOUR VEHICLE” section.

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Fuel Gauge

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When the ignition switch is in the “ON”position, this gauge gives an approximateindication of the amount of fuel in the fueltank. “F” stands for full and “E” stands forempty.

The mark (1) indicates that the fuel fillerdoor is located on the left side of the vehi-cle.

When the fuel meter indicator shows onlyone segment to “E”, refill the tank as soonas possible.

NOTE:If the last segment blinks, it means that thefuel is almost empty.

NOTE:The fuel meter indicator varies dependingon road conditions (for example, slope orcurve) and driving conditions because offuel moving in the tank.

Information Display

Type-1

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(1) Instantaneous fuel consumption/Aver-age fuel consumption/ Driving range

(2) Indication selector knob

Type-2

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Fuel Consumption and Driving RangeThis display can be changed to showinstantaneous fuel consumption, averagefuel consumption, or driving range. Also,the display shows odometer and trip meter.

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Every time you push the indication selectorknob (2), the display will be changedamong the following six displays.

(a) Odometer(b) Trip meter A

(1)

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(c) Trip meter B(d) Instantaneous fuel consumption(e) Average fuel consumption(f) Driving range

NOTE:Refer to “Speedometer/ Odometer/ Tripmeter” in this section for details of (a), (b),and (c) indication.

Instantaneous fuel consumption (d)If you selected instantaneous fuel con-sumption the last time you drove the vehi-cle, the display indicates “--.-” when theignition switch is turned to the “ON” posi-tion. Unless the vehicle is moving, the dis-play will indicate “--.-”.

NOTE:• Depending on the vehicle’s specification,

the fuel consumption units of initial set-ting are indicated as L/100km or km/L.

• For “L/100km” or “km/L” setting, the indi-cated maximum value of instantaneousfuel consumption is 30. No more than 30will be indicated on the display even if

the actual instantaneous fuel consump-tion is higher.

Average fuel consumption (e)If you selected average fuel consumptionthe last time you drove the vehicle, the dis-play shows the last value of average fuelconsumption when the ignition switch isturned to the “ON” position. Unless youreset the value of average fuel consump-tion, the display indicates the value of aver-age fuel consumption which includesaverage fuel consumption during previousdriving.

To reset the value of average fuel con-sumption, hold in the indication selectorknob (2) for a while when the displayshows the average fuel consumption.

The display will indicate “--.-” and then willshow a new average fuel consumptionvalue after driving for a short time.

NOTE:When you reset the indication or reconnectthe negative (–) terminal to the battery, thevalue of average fuel consumption will beshown after driving for a while.

Driving range (f)If you selected driving range the last timeyou drove the vehicle, the display shows “---”for a few seconds and then shows the cur-rent driving range when the ignition switch isturned to the “ON” position.

The driving range shown in the display isthe approximate distance you can driveuntil the fuel gauge indicates “E” basedcurrent driving conditions.

When the remaining fuel in fuel tankreaches a low level, the display “---” willappear.If the low fuel warning light comes on, fillthe fuel tank immediately regardless of thevalue of driving range shown in the display.As the driving range after refueling is cal-culated based on the last driving condition,the value is different each time you refuel.

NOTE:• If you refuel when the ignition switch is in

the “ON” position, the driving range maynot indicate the correct value.

• When you reconnect the negative (–)terminal to the battery, the value of driv-ing range will be shown after driving for awhile.

• For a new vehicle with low mileage, thedriving range may not be shownpromptly in the display when beginningto drive. The driving range will be shownafter a while.

NOTE:The values of fuel consumption and drivingrange shown in the display are affected byconditions such as the following;• road condition• surrounding traffic condition• driving condition

WARNING

If you attempt to adjust the displaywhile driving, you could lose controlof the vehicle.

Do not attempt to adjust the displaywhile driving.

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• vehicle condition• when the malfunction indicator light

comes on or blinks

Unit indication of fuel consumption (For “L/100km” or “km/L” setting)You can change the unit indication of fuelconsumption when selecting instanta-neous fuel consumption in the display.

You should operate the display before thevehicle moves.To change the unit indication in the display,hold in the indication selector knob (2) formore than 2 seconds.

Every time you hold in the indication selec-tor knob (2) for more than 2 seconds, theunit indication in the display will bechanged between the following two dis-plays.

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NOTE:When you reconnect the negative (–) ter-minal to the battery, the information displaywill be reinitialized. Readjust the display. Ifyou select driving range, the display will beshown after driving for a while.

Gear position indicator (for Auto Gear Shift models)

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When the ignition switch is in the “ON”position, the display (D) indicates the gearposition.For details on how to use the transaxle,refer to “Using the Transaxle” in the“OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE” section.

Lighting Control Lever

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km/L

L/100km

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLE

WARNING

To avoid possible injury, do not oper-ate controls by reaching through thesteering wheel.

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Lighting Operation

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To turn the lights on or off, twist the knobon the end of the lever. There are threepositions:

OFF (1)All lights are off.

(2)Front position lights, tail lights, licenseplate light and instrument lights are on, butheadlights are off.

(3)Front position lights, tail lights, licenseplate light, instrument lights and headlights are on.

61J061

With the headlights on, push the lever for-ward to switch to the high beams (mainbeams) or pull the lever toward you toswitch to the low beams. When the highbeams (main beams) are on, a light on theinstrument panel will come on. To momen-tarily activate the high beams (mainbeams) as a passing signal, pull the leverslightly toward you and release it when youhave completed the signal.

Lights “On” reminder (if equipped)A buzzer/chime sounds to remind you toturn off the lights if they are left on whenthe ignition key is removed and the driver’sdoor is opened.

Rear Fog Light Switch (if equipped)

67LH040

To turn the rear fog light on, twist the knobas shown in the illustration with the headlights are on. When the rear fog light is on,an indicator light on the instrument clusterwill come on. Do not turn the rear fog lightswitch unless the head lights are on.

NOTE:When the head light switch is returned tothe “OFF” position, the rear fog light switchwill be cancelled automatically.

(2) (1)

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EXAMPLE

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Front Fog Light Switch (if equipped)

67LH041

The front fog light comes on when the foglight switch is pushed in with the positionlights, tail lights and/or the headlights areon. An indicator light above the switch willbe lit when the front fog light is on.

NOTE:In some countries the lighting operationmay be different from the above descrip-tion according to local regulations.

Headlight Leveling Switch

67LH042

Level the headlight beam according to theload condition of your vehicle by turningthis switch when the position lights, taillights and/or headlights are on. The chartbelow shows the appropriate switch posi-tion for different vehicle-load conditions.

Turn Signal Control Lever

65D611

Turn Signal OperationWith the ignition switch in the “ON” posi-tion, move the lever up or down to activatethe right or left turn signals.

Normal turn signal

61J062

EXAMPLE

Vehicle Load Condition Switch Position

Driver only 0

Driver + 1 passenger (in front seat) 0

Driver + 4 passengers, no cargo 1

Driver + 4 passengers, cargo added 2

Driver + full cargo 3

Dummy 4

EXAMPLE

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Move the lever all the way upward or down-ward to signal. When the turn is com-pleted, the signal will cancel and the leverwill return to its normal position.

Lane change signal

61J063

Sometimes, such as when changing lanes,the steering wheel is not turned far enoughto cancel the turn signal. For convenience,you can flash the turn signal by moving thelever part way and holding it there. Thelever will return to its normal position whenyou release it.

Hazard Warning Switch

67LH30211

Push in the hazard warning switch to acti-vate the hazard warning lights. All turn sig-nal lights and both turn signal indicatorswill flash simultaneously. To turn off thelights, push the switch again.Use the hazard warning lights to warnother traffic during emergency parking orwhen your vehicle could otherwise becomea traffic hazard.

Windshield Wiper and Washer Lever

65D611

Wiper and Washer OperationWhen the ignition switch is in the “ON”position, you can use the wiper/washerlever or switch (if equipped).

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLE

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Windshield Wipers

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To turn the windshield wipers on, move thelever down to one of the three operatingpositions. In the “INT” position, the wipersoperate intermittently. The “INT” position isvery convenient for driving in mist or lightrain. In the “LO” position, the wipers oper-ate at a steady low speed. In the “HI” posi-tion, the wipers operate at a steady highspeed. To turn off the wipers, move thelever back to the “OFF” position.Move the lever up and hold it to the “MIST”position, the windshield wipers will turn oncontinuously at low speed.

Windshield Washer

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To spray windshield washer fluid, pull thelever toward you. The windshield wiperswill automatically turn on at low speed ifthey are not already on and the “INT” posi-tion is equipped.

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WARNING

• To prevent windshield icing in coldweather, turn on the defroster toheat the windshield before andduring windshield washer use.

• Do not use radiator antifreeze inthe windshield washer reservoir. Itcan severely impair visibility whensprayed on the windshield, and canalso damage your vehicle’s paint.

EXAMPLECAUTION

To help prevent damage to the wind-shield wiper and washer systemcomponents, you should take the fol-lowing precautions:• Do not continue to hold in the lever

when there is no windshieldwasher fluid being sprayed or thewasher motor can be damaged.

• Do not attempt to remove dirt froma dry windshield with the wipers oryou can damage the windshieldand the wiper blades. Always wetthe windshield with washer fluidbefore operating the wipers.

• Clear ice or packed snow from thewiper blades before using the wip-ers.

• Check the washer fluid level regu-larly. Check it often when theweather is bad.

• Only fill the washer fluid reservoir3/4 full during cold weather to allowroom for expansion if the tempera-ture falls low enough to freeze thesolution.

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Rear Window Wiper/Washer Switch (if equipped)

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To turn the rear wiper on, twist the rearwiper switch on the end of the lever for-ward to the “ON” position. To turn the rearwiper off, twist the switch rearward to the“OFF” position.

With the rear wiper in the “OFF” position,twist the switch rearward and hold it thereto spray window washer fluid.

With the rear wiper in the “ON” position,turn the switch forward and hold it there tospray window washer fluid.The rear wiperwill turn on automatically while sprayingthe window washer fluid.

Tilt Steering Lock Lever (if equipped)

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The lock lever is located under the steeringcolumn. To adjust the steering wheelheight:

1) Push down the lock lever to unlock thesteering column.

2) Adjust the steering wheel to the desiredheight and lock the steering column bypull up the lock lever.

3) Try moving the steering wheel up anddown to make sure it is securely lockedin position.

Horn

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Press the horn button of the steering wheelto sound the horn. The horn will sound withthe ignition switch in any position.

Intermittent wiper

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CAUTION

Clear ice or snow from the rear win-dow and rear wiper blade beforeusing the rear wiper. Accumulatedice or snow could prevent the wiperblade from moving, causing damageto the wiper motor.

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WARNING

Never attempt to adjust the steeringwheel height while the vehicle ismoving or you could lose control ofthe vehicle.

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Heated Rear Window Switch (if equipped)

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When the rear window is misted, push thisswitch (1) to clear the window.

An indicator light will be lit when the defog-ger is on. The defogger will work onlywhen the engine is running. To turn off thedefogger, push the switch (1) again.

NOTE:• The defogger will work only when the

engine is running.• The defogger will automatically turn off

after the defogger remains on for 15 min-utes to prevent discharging of the bat-tery.

Remote Audio Controls(if equipped)Controlling of basic functions of the audiosystem is available using the switches onthe steering wheel.

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Adjusting the volume• To increase the volume, hold down “+”

of the VOL switch (1). The volume willkeep on being increased until theswitch is released.

• To decrease the volume, hold down “-”of the VOL switch (1). The volume willkeep on being decreased until theswitch is released.

• To mute the sound, press the switch(2).

Selecting the modePress the switch (3).Each time the button is pressed, the modewill change as follows:

It is possible to turn on the audio system bypressing the switch (3).Selecting the radio station (FM1, FM2,FM3, AM mode)• To select the next preset station, press

“ ” of the switch (4) only for a moment.• To select the previous preset station,

press “ ” of the switch (4) only for amoment.

• To scan a higher frequency radio sta-tion, press “ ” of the switch (4) for 1second or longer.

• To scan a lower frequency radio sta-tion, press “ ” of the switch (4) for 1second or longer.

CAUTION

The heated rear window uses a largeamount of electricity. Be sure to turnoff after the window has become clear.

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Selecting the track (CD, USB (iPod®)mode)• To skip to the next track, press “ ” of

the switch (4) only for a moment.• To skip to the previous track, press “ ”

of the switch (4) twice only for amoment.When the switch (4) is pushed downonce only for a moment, the track cur-rently being played will start from thebeginning again.

Fast forwarding/Rewinding a track• To fast forward, press “ ” of the switch

(4) for 1 second or longer.• To fast rewind, press “ ” of the switch

(4) for 1 second or longer.

Audio System (if equipped)If your vehicle is equipped with Audio sys-tem, refer to supplementary owner’s man-ual provided along with the vehicle.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLEExhaust Gas Warning ......................................................... 3-1Daily Inspection Checklist .................................................. 3-1Engine Oil Consumption .................................................... 3-2Ignition Switch ..................................................................... 3-3Parking Brake Lever ........................................................... 3-4Pedal ..................................................................................... 3-5Starting the Engine ............................................................. 3-6Using the Transaxle ............................................................ 3-6Braking ................................................................................. 3-15

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Exhaust Gas Warning

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Daily Inspection Checklist

Before Driving

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1) Make sure that windows, mirrors, lights,and reflectors are clean and unob-structed.

2) Visually check the tires for the followingpoints:

– the depth of the tread groove– abnormal wear, cracks and damage– loose wheel nuts– existence of foreign material such as

nails, stones, etc.Refer to “Tires” in “INSPECTION ANDMAINTENANCE” section for details.3) Look for fluid and oil leaks.

NOTE:It is normal for water to drip from the airconditioning system after use.

WARNING

Avoid breathing exhaust gases.Exhaust gases contain carbon mon-oxide, a potentially lethal gas that iscolorless and odorless. Since carbonmonoxide is difficult to detect byitself, be sure to take the followingprecautions to help prevent carbonmonoxide from entering your vehicle.• Do not leave the engine running in

garages or other confined areas.(Continued)

WARNING

(Continued)• Do not park with the engine run-

ning for a long period of time, evenin an open area. If it is necessary tosit for a short time in a parked vehi-cle with the engine running, makesure the air intake selector is set to“FRESH AIR” and the fan is at highspeed.

• Avoid operating the vehicle withthe tailgate or trunk open. If it isnecessary to operate the vehiclewith the tailgate or trunk open,make sure the sunroof (if equipped)and all windows are closed, and theblower is at high speed with the airintake selector set to “FRESH AIR”.

• To allow proper operation of yourvehicle’s ventilation system, keepthe air inlet grille in front of thewindshield clear of snow, leaves, orother obstructions at all times.

• Keep the exhaust tailpipe area clearof snow and other material to helpreduce the buildup of exhaustgases under the vehicle. This isparticularly important when parkedin blizzard conditions.

• Have the exhaust system inspectedperiodically for damage and leaks.Any damage or leaks should berepaired immediately.

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4) Make sure the hood is fully closed andlatched.

5) Check the headlights, turn signal lights,brake lights and horn for proper opera-tion.

6) Adjust the seat and head restraint (ifequipped).

7) Check the brake pedal and the parkingbrake lever.

8) Adjust the mirrors.9) Make sure that you and all passengers

have properly fastened your seat belts.10)Make sure that all warning lights come

on as the key is turned to the “ON” posi-tion.

11)Check all gauges.12)Make sure that the BRAKE SYSTEM

WARNING light turns off when theparking brake is released.

Once a week, or each time you fill your fueltank, perform the following under-hoodchecks:

1) Engine oil level2) Coolant level3) Brake fluid level4) Windshield washer fluid level5) Battery solution level6) Hood latch operation

Pull the hood release handle inside thevehicle. Make sure that you cannotopen the hood all the way withoutreleasing the secondary latch. Be sureto close the hood securely after check-ing for proper latch operation. See “All

latches, hinges & locks” of “CHASSISAND BODY” in the “Periodic Mainte-nance Schedule” in the “INSPECTIONAND MAINTENANCE” section for lubri-cation schedule.

Once a month, or each time you fill yourfuel tank, check the tire pressure using atire pressure gauge. Also check the tirepressure of the spare tire.

Engine Oil ConsumptionIt is normal for the engine to consumesome engine oil during normal vehicleoperation.

The amount of engine oil consumeddepends on the viscosity of the oil, thequality of the oil and the conditions thevehicle is driven under.More oil is consumed during high-speeddriving and when there is frequent acceler-ation and deceleration. Under high loads,your engine also will consume more oil.A new engine also consumes more oil,since its pistons, piston rings and cylinderwalls have not yet become conditioned.New engines reach the normal level of oil

consumption only after approximately 5000km driving.

Oil consumption:Max. 1.0 L per 1000km

When judging the amount of oil consump-tion, note that the oil may become dilutedand make it difficult to accurately judge thetrue oil level.As an example, if a vehicle is used forrepeated short trips, and consumes a nor-mal amount of oil, the dipstick may notshow any drop in the oil level at all, evenafter 1000 km or more of driving. This isbecause the oil is gradually becomingdiluted with fuel or moisture, making itappear that the oil level has not changed.You should also be aware that the dilutingingredients evaporate out when the vehicleis subsequently driven at high speeds,such as on an expressway, making itappear that oil is excessively consumedafter high-speed driving.

WARNING

Make sure the hood is fully closedand latched before driving. If it is not,it can fly up unexpectedly duringdriving, obstructing your view andresulting in an accident.

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Ignition Switch

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The ignition switch has the following fourpositions:

LOCKThis is the normal parking position. It is theonly position in which the key can beremoved.Manual transaxle

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You must push in the key to turn it to the“LOCK” position. It locks the ignition, andprevents normal use of the steering wheelafter the key is removed.

To release the steering lock, insert the keyand turn it clockwise to one of the otherpositions. If you have trouble turning thekey to unlock the steering, try turning thesteering wheel slightly to the right or leftwhile turning the key.

ACCAccessories such as the radio can oper-ate, but the engine is off.

ONThis is the normal operating position. Allelectrical systems are on.

STARTThis is the position for starting the engineusing the starter motor. The key should bereleased from this position as soon as theengine starts.

Ignition key reminder (if equipped)A buzzer sounds intermittently to remindyou to remove the ignition key if it is in theignition switch when the driver’s door isopened.

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Parking Brake Lever

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(1) To set(2) To release(3) To release

The parking brake lever is located betweenthe seats. To set the parking brake, holdthe brake pedal down and pull the parkingbrake lever all the way up. To release theparking brake, hold the brake pedal down,pull up slightly on the parking brake lever,push the button on the end of the lever withyour thumb, and lower the lever to its origi-nal position.

WARNING

• Never remove the ignition keywhile the vehicle is moving. Thesteering wheel will lock and youwill not be able to steer the vehicle.

• Always remove the ignition keywhen leaving the vehicle even ifonly for a short time. Also do notleave children alone in a parkedvehicle. Unattended children couldcause accidental movement of thevehicle or could tamper with powerwindows or power sunroof. Theyalso could suffer from heat strokein warm or hot weather. Thesecould result in severe injury oreven death.

CAUTION

• Do not use the starter motor formore than 15 seconds at a time. Ifthe engine does not start, wait 15seconds before trying again. If theengine does not start after severalattempts, check the fuel and igni-tion systems or consult your MAR-UTI SUZUKI dealer.

• Do not leave the ignition switch inthe “ON” position if the engine isnot running as the battery will dis-charge.

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• Never drive your vehicle with theparking brake on: rear brake effec-tiveness can be reduced from over-heating, brake life may beshortened, or permanent brakedamage may result.

• If the parking brake does not holdthe vehicle securely or does notfully release, have your vehicleinspected immediately by an autho-rised MARUTI SUZUKI workshop.

WARNING

Always set the parking brake fullybefore leaving your vehicle or it maymove, causing injury or damage.When parking, check that the gear-shift lever is in one of the followingpositions;

– 1st gear or “R” (Reverse) formanual transaxle vehicles.

– “D”, “M” or “R” for Auto GearShift vehicles. Also, check theinstrument cluster to make surethat the transaxle is engaged in“1” or “R” position.

Remember, even though thetransaxle is in gear, you must set theparking brake fully.

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Pedal

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Clutch Pedal (1) The clutch pedal is used to disengage thedrive to the wheels when starting theengine, stopping, or shifting the gearshiftlever. Depressing the pedal disengagesthe clutch.

Brake Pedal (2)

Your MARUTI SUZUKI vehicle is equippedwith front disc brakes and rear drumbrakes. Depressing the brake pedalapplies both sets of brakes.

You may hear occasional brake squealwhen you apply the brakes. This is a nor-mal condition caused by environmentalfactors such as cold, wet, snow, etc.

Accelerator Pedal (3)This pedal controls the speed of theengine. Depressing the accelerator pedalincreases power output and speed.

WARNING

When parking the vehicle inextremely cold weather, the followingprocedure should be used:1) Set the parking brake.2) Turn off the engine, then shift into

reverse or first gear.3) Get out of the vehicle and put

chocks under the wheels.4) Release the parking brake.

When you return to your vehicle,you must remember to first set theparking brake, then remove thewheel chocks.

CAUTION

Do not drive with your foot resting onthe clutch pedal. It could result inexcessive clutch wear, clutch dam-age, or unexpected loss of enginebraking.

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WARNING

If brake squeal is excessive andoccurs each time the brakes areapplied, you should have the brakeschecked by your authorised MARUTISUZUKI workshop.

WARNING

Do not “ride” the brakes by applyingthem continuously or resting yourfoot on the pedal. This will result inoverheating of the brakes whichcould cause unpredictable brakingaction, longer stopping distances, orpermanent brake damage.

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Starting the Engine

Before Starting the Engine

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1) Make sure the parking brake is set fully.2) Manual transaxle – Shift into “N” (Neu-

tral) and depress the clutch pedal allthe way to the floor. Hold the clutchpedal while starting the engine. Auto Gear Shift – Shift into “N” (Neutral)and depress the brake pedal. Hold thebrake pedal while starting the engine.

Starting a Cold and Warm Engine

With your foot off the accelerator pedal,crank the engine by turning the ignition keyto “START”. Release the key when theengine starts.

If the engine does not start after 15 sec-onds of cranking, wait about 15 seconds,then press down the accelerator pedal to1/3 of its travel and try cranking the engineagain. Release the key and acceleratorpedal when the engine starts.

If the engine still does not start, try holdingthe accelerator pedal all the way to thefloor while cranking. This should clear theengine if it is flooded.

Using the TransaxleManual Transaxle

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Starting offTo start off, depress the clutch pedal all theway to the floor and shift into 1st gear.After releasing the parking brake, graduallyrelease the clutch. When you hear achange in the engine’s sound, slowly pressthe accelerator while continuing to gradu-ally release the clutch.

ShiftingAll forward gears are synchronized, whichprovides for quiet, and easy shifting.Always push in the clutch pedal fully beforeshifting gears.

WARNING

Make sure that the parking brake isset fully and the transaxle is in Neu-tral before attempting to start theengine.

Auto Gear Shift

NOTICE

• Stop turning the starter immedi-ately after the engine has started orthe starter system can be damaged.

• Do not crank the engine for morethan 15 seconds at a time. If theengine doesn’t start on the first try,wait about 15 seconds before try-ing again.

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Upshifting maximum allowable speeds

Downshifting maximum allowable speeds

To avoid shock loads on the driveline, thedownshifing speed should not exceed thefollowing.

*NOTE:You may not accelerate to the maximumallowable speed because of the driving sit-uation and/or the vehicle condition.

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Keep the engine speed so it does not getinto the red zone of tachometer.

Upshifting Km/h

1st to 2nd 40

2nd to 3rd 75

3rd to 4th 115

4th to 5th 155

Downshifting Km/h

2nd to 1st 10

3rd to 2nd 37

4th to 3rd 55

5th to 4th OK at all

NOTICE

When downshifting to a lower gear,make sure not to downshift at thespeed faster than the maximumallowable speeds, or severe enginedamage can result.

EXAMPLE

WARNING

• Reduce your speed and downshiftto a lower gear before going downa long or steep hill. A lower gearwill allow the engine to providebraking. Avoid riding the brakes orthey may overheat, resulting inbrake failure.

• When driving on slippery roads, besure to slow down before down-shifting. Excessive and or suddenchanges in engine speed maycause loss of traction, which couldcause you to lose control.

• Make sure that the vehicle is com-pletely stationary before you shiftinto reverse.

CAUTION

• To help avoid clutch damage, donot use the clutch pedal as a foot-rest while driving or use the clutchto keep the vehicle stationary on aslope. Depress the clutch fullywhen shifting.

• When shifting or starting off, do notrace the engine. Racing the enginecan shorten engine life and affectsmooth shifting.

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Auto Gear Shift

Auto Gear Shift is a 5-speed forward/reverse transaxle.Auto Gear Shift has the basic features ofconventional manual transaxle, but clutchoperation and transaxle gear shifting arecontrolled electronically.

NOTE:When you open the driver’s door, the AutoGear Shift systems run automatically andyou may hear an operating noise. Thissound does not indicate a malfunction.

The features are as follows:

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Depress brake pedal indicator

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This light will come on if you do notdepress the brake pedal in the followingsituations.• When starting the engine.• When the engine is on and the gearshift

lever is shifted from “N” position to “D”,“M” or “R” position.

• When the ignition switch is in the “ON”position and the engine is off, the gear-shift lever is shifted into any position.

This light will also come on if one of thegears cannot be engaged and the systemis unable to re-try shifting when you shiftthe gearshift lever from “N” position to “D”,“M” or “R” position.

Starting the engine

When starting the engine, always place thegearshift lever in the “N” position anddepress the brake pedal firmly. The enginecannot be started unless the gearshiftlever is in the “N” position and the brakepedal is depressed.If you parked vehicle with gear engaged onlast time (if you can see “1” or “R”), shiftinto “N” (Neutral) and depress the brakepedal. Hold the brake pedal while startingthe engine. You can hear buzzer in shorttime.

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Clutch operationYou can select either the Drive (D) mode orthe Manual (M) mode. Since this vehiclecontrols clutch operation electronically ineither mode, you do not need to operatethe clutch.

Creeping functionThis vehicle has a creeping function thathelps the vehicle to start smoothly byengaging the clutch. When the gearshiftlever is in any of the positions “D”, “M” or“R”, and you release your foot from thebrake pedal, the vehicle starts slowly with-out depressing the accelerator pedal. Thecreeping function is disabled if you depress

NOTICE

Do not depress both the brake pedaland accelerator pedal simultane-ously. This can cause damage oroverheating to the clutch.

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the brake pedal or pull up the parkingbrake lever.Creep is not possible in manualmode with 2nd gear engaged.

NOTE:If the driver’s door is opened and/or theparking brake lever is engaged with thegear in the “M”, “D” or “R” position, thecreeping function will not operate.

Parking and Stopping the vehicleAuto Gear Shift does not have a parkingposition. Park the vehicle with a gearengaged. Make sure that the gearshiftlever is “D”, “M”, or “R”. Also, check theinstrument cluster to make sure that thetransaxle is engaged in “1” or “R” position.

Drive (D) modeWhen the Drive (D) mode is activated, themost appropriate gear position is automati-cally selected upon operation of the accel-erator pedal and variation of vehicle speed.

Normal driving:

1) Start the engine as instructed in “Start-ing the engine” in this section.

2) With your foot on the brake pedal, shiftthe gearshift lever to the “D” position.When the gearshift lever is shifted tothe “D” position, the gear will be shiftedto 1st.

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NOTE:If 1st gear cannot be engaged even thoughthe gearshift lever has been shifted fromthe “N” to the “D” position, the system willre-try shifting automatically. This will takesome time, noise may be heard from thegears, and shifting gear shock may occur.However, they do not indicate a malfunc-tion.• The “N” indicator will flash, the depress

brake pedal indicator will come on and awarning buzzer (long pulse sound) willsound if any of the following casesoccur;– If you shift the gearshift lever from the

“N” to the “D” position without depress-ing the brake pedal

– If the system is unable to re-try shifting

You should depress the brake pedal andshift the gearshift lever to “N” position,then shift to “D” again.

3) Release the parking brake and brakepedal.

4) Depress the accelerator pedal slowly.

NOTICE

A buzzer will sound continuously ifthe vehicle is operated with the gear-shift lever in-between of each shiftpositions. The vehicle will becomeinoperative if you continue to operatethe vehicle with the gearshift lever in-between shift positions.

WARNING

• While driving the vehicle, do notshift the gearshift lever to the “N”position. The engine brake may notwork and you may get involved inan unexpected accident. If youreturn the gearshift lever from “N”to “D” because of unintended shift-ing, the gear position will be shiftedaccording to the current vehiclespeed.

• Always keep your foot on the brakepedal while stopped with theengine running. This operation pre-vents the vehicle from moving dueto unintended activation of thecreeping function.

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Starting off on an uphill/downhill:

Uphill1) Apply the parking brake firmly so that the

vehicle does not roll backwards.2) Shift the gearshift lever to the “D” posi-

tion while depressing the brake pedal.Make sure that the gear position indica-tor in the instrumental cluster displays1st gear.

3) Release the brake pedal and depressthe accelerator pedal gradually, andwhen the vehicle starts to move, releasethe parking brake and depress the accel-erator pedal to start off.

Downhill1) Depress the brake pedal and shift the

gearshift lever to the “D” position. Makesure that the gear is in 1st by checkingthe gear position indicator.

2) Release the brake pedal and depressthe accelerator pedal slowly. Even if theaccelerator pedal is not depressed, theclutch will be engaged when the vehiclespeed increases.

Using engine braking:When driving on a downhill slope, down-shifting is recommended. So you can useengine braking.By placing the gearshift lever in the “M”position, the Manual (M) mode is selected,and you can shift to a lower gear manually.For details of downshift operation, refer to“Upshift and downshift” in the “Manual (M)mode”.

Manual (M) modeThe gears are not shifted automatically. Toshift the transaxle, the driver must operatethe gearshift lever to the “+” or “–” direc-tion. As for conventional manual transaxlevehicles, releasing the accelerator pedal alittle may help the transaxle to shiftsmoothly.

Upshift and downshift:Upshifting

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NOTICE

If the gearshift lever cannot shift intoany position, or the gear is changedto “N” position automatically whenthe vehicle speed becomes less than10 km/h there may be a systematicmalfunction. In this case, ask yourMARUTI SUZUKI dealer to inspect theAuto Gear Shift system as soon aspossible.

NOTICE

Do not operate the system asdescribed below. The life cycle of theclutch may be reduced.• Using the accelerator pedal to hold

the vehicle on an uphill slope withthe gearshift lever in the “D” or “M”position. If you perform this opera-tion for a certain period of time, awarning buzzer will sound.

• Shifting the gearshift lever to the“D”, “M” or “R” position while rac-ing the engine.

• Driving at low speed using a highgear.

• Holding the vehicle on an uphillslope using the creeping function.If you perform this operation for acertain period of time, a warningbuzzer will sound.

NOTICE

On an uphill slope, never hold thevehicle at a stop using only the accel-erator pedal or the creeping function.If you perform this operation for acertain period of time, a warningbuzzer will sound, and in some casesthe engine will stall. This can alsocause excessive damage to theclutch.

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Pull the gearshift lever to the “+” directionand release it. Every time the lever is oper-ated, the transaxle is upshifting 1 step inthe order of 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5thgear.

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Downshifting

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Push the gearshift lever to the “–” directionand release it. Every time the lever is oper-ated, the transaxle is downshifted in theorder 5th 4th 3rd 2nd 1st gear.

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The gear position is displayed on the gearposition indicator. The gear position indica-tor shows the transaxle gear position.Before starting off, always check the gearposition indicator to make sure that thetransaxle is engaged in 1st or reverse, thendepress the accelerator pedal. It is possi-ble to start vehicle in 2nd gear using man-ual mode, from stop condition.

NOTE:• Always use 1st gear while starting off on

an uphill slope, otherwise you can dam-age the clutch.

• To downshift smoothly, the engine runsfast in some cases. This is done inten-tionally by the system and is not a mal-function.

• When driving down a hill, downshift anduse the engine braking appropriately. Ifnecessary, continuous downshifting ispossible. However, if downshifting morethan 3 steps, gear shifting will take moretime.

• When the gear is shifting, a noise can beheard in some case. This is not a mal-function.

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WARNING

• Be careful when accelerating,upshifting, downshifting or brakingon a slippery surface. Suddenacceleration or engine brakingcould cause the vehicle to spin orskid.While starting off on a slipperyor snowy roads, please use 2ndgear (if required).

• To drive down a long or steep hill,reduce your speed and downshift.Remember, if you ride the brakesexcessively, they may overheat andfail.

• While driving the vehicle, do notshift the gearshift lever to “N” posi-tion. The engine brake may notwork and you may get involved inan unexpected accident. If youreturn the gearshift lever from “N”to “M” because of unintended shift-ing, the gear position will be shiftedaccording to the current vehiclespeed.

• Do not apply the parking brakewhile driving. Otherwise, it couldcause a skid and you may getinvolved in an unexpected acci-dent.

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Starting off:1) Start the engine as instructed in “Start-

ing the engine” in this section.2) With your foot on the brake pedal, shift

the gearshift lever to the “M” position.When the gearshift lever is shifted tothe “M” position, the gear will be shiftedto 1st. Before starting off, always makesure that the intended gear is engagedby checking the gear position indicator,then depress the accelerator pedal.

NOTE:• If 1st gear cannot be engaged even

though the gearshift lever has beenshifted from the “N” to the “M” position,the system will re-try shifting automati-cally. This will take some time, noisemay be heard from the gears, and shift-ing gear shock may occur. However,they do not indicate a malfunction.

• The “N” indicator will flash, the depressbrake pedal indicator will come on and awarning buzzer (long pulse sound) willsound if any of the following casesoccur;– If you shift the gearshift lever from the

“N” to the “M” position withoutdepressing the brake pedal

– If the system is unable to re-try shiftingYou should depress the brake pedal andshift the gearshift lever to “N” position,then shift to “M” position again a fewseconds later.

3) Release the parking brake and brakepedal. Depress the accelerator pedalslowly for smooth starting.

NOTICE

• If the gearshift lever cannot shiftinto any position, or the gear ischanged to “N” position automati-cally when the vehicle speedbecomes less than 10 km/h theremay be a systematic malfunction. Inthis case, ask your MARUTI SUZUKIdealer to inspect the Auto Gear Shiftsystem as soon as possible.

• The manual (M) mode does notupshift even if the engine speedreaches the rev-limit.

• The system will not allow shifting upor down to a gear that would causeengine over-revving or under-rev-ving.

• If frequently driving at low speedusing a high gear position, the lifecycle of the clutch may be reduced.

• Frequent downshifting (more than 3positions consecutively) causes thereduction of transaxle life.

WARNING

Always keep your foot on the brakepedal or pull up the parking leverwhile stopping with the engine run-ning. These operations prevent thevehicle from starting due to unin-tended activation of the creepingfunction.

NOTICE

Do not operate the system asdescribed below. The life cycle of theclutch may be reduced.• Using the accelerator pedal to hold

the vehicle on an uphill slope oper-ation with the gearshift lever in the“M” or “D” position. If you performthis operation for a certain periodof time, a warning buzzer willsound.

• Shifting the gearshift lever to the“M”, “D” or “R” position while rac-ing the engine.

• Driving at low speed using a highgear.

• Stopping on a slope using thecreeping function. If you performthis operation for a certain periodof time, a warning buzzer willsound.

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Starting off on an uphill/downhill slope:

Uphill1) Apply the parking brake firmly so that

the vehicle does not roll backwards.2) Shift the gearshift lever to the “M” posi-

tion while depressing the brake pedal.Make sure that the gear position indica-tor in the instrumental cluster displays1st gear.

3) Release the brake pedal and depressthe accelerator pedal gradually, andwhen the vehicle starts to move,release the parking brake and depressthe accelerator pedal to start off.

Downhill1) Depress the brake pedal and shift the

gearshift lever to the “M” position.

Check the gear position indicator tomake sure that the gear is in 1st.

2) Release the brake pedal and depressthe accelerator pedal slowly. Eventhough the accelerator pedal is notdepressed, the clutch will be engagedwhen the vehicle speed increases.

Backing upAfter the vehicle has stopped completely,depress the brake pedal and shift the gear-shift lever to the “R” position. Depress theaccelerator pedal slowly as when startingoff in 1st gear. Before backing up, makesure that reverse gear is selected bychecking the gear position indicator.

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NOTE:• If reverse gear cannot be engaged even

though the gearshift lever has beenshifted from the “N” to the “R” position,the system will re-try shifting automati-cally. This will take some time, noisemay be heard from the gears, and shift-ing gear shock may occur. However,they do not indicate a malfunction.

• The “N” indicator will flash, the depressbrake pedal indicator will come on and awarning buzzer (long pulse sound) will

sound if any of the following casesoccur;– If you shift the gearshift lever from the

“N” to the “R” position without depress-ing the brake pedal

– If the system is unable to re-try shiftingYou should depress the brake pedal andshift the gearshift lever to “N” position, then shift to “R” position again a few sec-onds later.• The system will not allow shifting to the

“R” position if the vehicle speed is overabout 3 km/h (2 mph). If the gearshiftlever is operated under this condition,the “N” indicator in the instrument clusterwill blink. However, when the vehiclespeed drops below about 3 km/h (2mph), the gear will be shifted to reverse.Make sure that the vehicle has stoppedcompletely before shifting to the “R”position.

NOTICE

On an uphill slope, never hold thevehicle at a stop using only the accel-erator pedal or creeping function. Ifyou perform this operation for a cer-tain period of time, a warning buzzerwill sound, and in some cases theengine will stall. This can also causeexcessive damage to the clutch.Incase the warning buzzer is on,shifting to 2nd gear will not be possi-ble in manual mode. Always use 1stgear while starting off on an uphillslope, otherwise you may damagethe clutch.

NOTICE

On a downhill slope, never hold thevehicle at a stop using only the accel-erator pedal or the creeping function.If you perform this operation for acertain period of time, a warningbuzzer will sound, and in some casesthe engine will stall. This can alsocause excessive damage to theclutch.

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StoppingThe vehicle can be stopped by depressingthe brake pedal regardless of the gearposition. This is because the clutch is auto-matically disengaged to prevent the enginefrom stopping. • If the gearshift lever is in the “D” position,

the gear will be downshifted to 1st whenthe vehicle stops.

• If the gearshift lever is in the “M” posi-tion, the gear will be downshifted to 1stwhen the vehicle stops.

ParkingUnlike an automatic transaxle, Auto GearShift does not have a parking position.Park the vehicle with a gear engaged.1) Apply the parking brake firmly.2) While depressing the brake pedal, shift

the gearshift lever to the “R” position ona downhill slope, and to the 1st positionin the drive (D) mode or the “M” positionin the manual (M) mode on an uphillslope and confirm the gear position bychecking the gear position indicator.

3) Stop the engine.

WARNING

• When stopping, for example, at atraffic light, be sure to depress thebrake pedal firmly. For your safety,apply the parking brake, too, whenstopping on a hill.

• When racing the engine, make surethat the gear is in the “N” positionby checking the gear position indi-cator. If the accelerator is operatedwith the gear in any other position,the vehicle may move resulting inan unexpected accident.

• Do not leave your vehicle unat-tended while the engine is running.

• When leaving the vehicle, stop theengine and park the vehicle with agear engaged. If you need to leavethe vehicle with the engine running,apply the parking brakes firmly,and shift the gearshift lever to the“N” position. Otherwise, the vehi-cle may move unexpectedly andmay cause an accident.

NOTICE

• On a slope, never hold the vehicleat a stop using only the acceleratorpedal or the creeping function. Ifyou perform this operation for acertain period of time, a warningbuzzer will sound, and in somecases the engine will stall. This canalso cause excessive damage tothe clutch.

• If the gearshift lever is operatedmore than necessary, the systemmay not allow operation of thegearshift lever for a certain periodof time, and the gear may not beshifted appropriately. Therefore, donot operate the gearshift lever if notnecessary.

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NOTE:• After the engine is stopped, the gear in

the transaxle does not change even ifyou shift the gearshift lever in any posi-tion. Always shift the gearshift leverbefore stop the engine.

• Check the transaxle gear position bylooking at the gear position indicator,then turn the ignition switch off to stopthe engine. Release the brake pedalafter a few seconds.

Parking cancelDepress the brake pedal, turn the ignitionswitch to the “ON” position, and shift thegearshift lever to the “N” position. The gearwill be disengaged.

Warning functionsA warning buzzer will sound or the indica-tor will blink under the following conditions.

Warning buzzer• The clutch is heated due to excessive

load.• The creeping function is being activated

for a long period of time.

• The ignition switch is turned to the“LOCK” position with the gear in 2nd,3rd, 4th or 5th. In this case, turn the igni-tion switch to the “ON” position and shiftthe gearshift lever in the “N” position,shift it to the “D” or “M” or “R” position,then turn the ignition switch to “LOCK”.

• During a stop, the driver’s door isopened with the gearshift lever in the“R”, “D” or “M” position while the engineis running.

“N” indicator blinkingWhen the gear indicator lamp blinks “N”,you should depress the brake pedal andshift the gearshift lever to “N” position.

“1st” indicator blinkingWhen the gear indicator lamp blinks “1st”,you should depress the brake pedal andshift the gearshift lever to “N” position, thenshift to “D” or “M” position again a few sec-onds later.

“R” indicator blinkingWhen the gear indicator lamp blinks “R”,you should depress the brake pedal andshift the gearshift lever to “N” position, thenshift to “R” position again a few secondslater.

Braking

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The distance needed to bring any vehicleto a halt increases with the speed of thevehicle. The braking distance needed, forexample, at 60 km/h will be approximately4 times greater than the braking distanceneeded at 30 km/h. Start to brake the vehi-

WARNING

• If the gear is not engaged properlyand completely before the ignitionswitch is turned off, the vehiclemay not be parked with the gearengaged. Always confirm the gearposition by checking the gear posi-tion indicator when parking.

• On a downhill slope, the gearshould be put in reverse, and in 1stgear on an uphill slope. Otherwise,the vehicle may move, and causean unexpected accident. If the gearis left in the “N” position, the vehi-cle cannot be parked with a gearengaged.

NOTICE

In the above cases, pull over to theside of the road and stop the engine,and then ask your MARUTI SUZUKIdealer to inspect your vehicle. Other-wise, the clutch disc may be dam-aged. EXAMPLE

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cle when there is plenty of distancebetween your vehicle and the stoppingpoint, and slow down gradually.

Power-Assisted BrakesYour vehicle has power-assisted brakes. Ifpower assistance is lost due to a stalledengine or other failures, the system is stillfully operational on reserve power and youcan bring the vehicle to a complete stop bypressing the brake pedal once and holdingit down. The reserve power is partly usedup when you depress the brake pedal andreduces each time the pedal is pressed.Apply smooth and even pressure to thepedal. Do not pump the pedal.

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) (if equipped)ABS will help you avoid skidding by elec-tronically controlling braking pressure. Itwill also help you maintain steering controlwhen braking on slippery surfaces or whenbraking hard.The ABS works automatically, so you donot need any special braking technique.Just push the brake pedal down withoutpumping. The ABS will operate whenever itsenses that the wheels are locking up. Youmay feel the brake pedal moves a littlewhile the ABS is operating.

NOTE:The ABS will not work if vehicle speed isunder about 10 km/h.

WARNING

If water gets into the brake drums,brake performance may become poorand unpredictable. After driving through water or wash-ing the underside of the vehicle, testthe brakes while driving at a slowspeed to see if they have maintainedtheir normal effectiveness. If thebrakes are less effective than normal,dry them by repeatedly applying thebrakes while driving slowly until thebrakes have regained their normaleffectiveness.

WARNING

Even without reserve power in thebrake system, you can still stop thevehicle by pressing the brake pedalharder than normally required. How-ever, the stopping distance may belonger.

WARNING

• On some types of loose surfaces(such as gravel, snow-coveredroads, etc.) the stopping distancerequired for an ABS-equipped vehi-cle may be slightly greater than fora comparable vehicle with a con-ventional brake system. With a con-ventional brake system, skiddingtires are able to “plow” the gravelor snow layer, shortening the stop-ping distance, ABS minimizes thisresistance effect. Allow for extrastopping distance when driving onloose surfaces.

• On regular paved roads, some driv-ers may be able to obtain slightlyshorter stopping distances withconventional brake systems thanwith ABS.

• In both of the above conditions,ABS will still offer the advantage ofhelping you maintain directionalcontrol. However, remember thatABS will not compensate for badroad or weather conditions or poordriver judgment. Use good judg-ment and do not drive faster thanconditions will safely allow.

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(1) ABS warning light(2) Brake system warning light

How the ABS WorksA computer continuously monitors wheelspeed. The computer compares thechanges in wheel speed when braking. Ifthe wheels slow suddenly, indicating askidding situation, the computer willchange braking pressure several timeseach second to prevent the wheels fromlocking. When you start your vehicle after astop you may hear a momentary motornoise as the system checks itself.

WARNING

• If the ABS warning light (1) on theinstrument panel comes on andstays on while driving, there maybe a problem with the ABS system.Ask your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer toinspect the ABS system immedi-ately. If the ABS system becomesinoperative, the brake system willfunction as an ordinary brake sys-tem that has no ABS.

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WARNING

(Continued)• If the ABS warning light (1) and the

Brake system warning light (2) onthe instrument panel simultane-ously stays on or comes on whendriving, both anti-lock function andrear brake force control function(proportioning valve function) ofthe ABS system may have failed. Ifso, the rear wheels may easily skidor the vehicle can even spin in theworst case when braking on a slip-pery road or when hard brakingeven on a dry paved road. Ask yourMARUTI SUZUKI dealer to inspectthe ABS system immediately. Drivecarefully, avoiding hard braking asmuch as possible.

WARNING

The ABS may not work properly iftires or wheels other than thosespecified in the owner’s manual areused. This is because the ABS worksby comparing changes in wheelspeed. When replacing tires orwheels, use only the size and typespecified in this owner’s manual.

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DRIVING TIPSRunning-in ........................................................................... 4-1Catalytic Converter ............................................................. 4-1Improving Fuel Economy ................................................... 4-2Highway Driving .................................................................. 4-3Driving on Hills .................................................................... 4-3Driving on Slippery Roads ................................................. 4-4Driving on Wet Roads ......................................................... 4-5Do’s & Don’ts for Safe Driving ........................................... 4-5Driving on Hills .................................................................... 4-8

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Running-in Catalytic Converter

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The purpose of the catalytic converter is tominimize the amount of harmful pollutantsin your vehicle’s exhaust. Use of leadedfuel in vehicles equipped with catalyticconverters is prohibited, because leaddeactivates the pollutant-reducing compo-nents of the catalyst system.

The converter is designed to last the life ofthe vehicle under normal usage and whenunleaded fuel is used. No special mainte-nance is required on the converter. How-ever, it is very important to keep the engineproperly tuned. Engine misfiring, which canresult from an improperly tuned engine,may cause overheating of the catalyst.This may result in permanent heat damageto the catalyst and other vehicle compo-nents.

WARNING

• WEAR YOUR SEAT BELTS AT ALLTIMES. Even though air bags areequipped at the front seating posi-tions, the driver and all passengersshould be properly restrained at alltimes, using the seat belts pro-vided. Refer to the “Seat Belts andChild Restraint Systems” sectionfor instructions on proper use ofthe seat belts.

• Never drive while under the influ-ence of alcohol or other drugs.Alcohol and drugs can seriouslyimpair your ability to drive safely,greatly increasing the risk of injuryto yourself and others. You shouldalso avoid driving when you aretired, sick, irritated, or understress.

EXAMPLE

NOTICE

The future performance and reliabil-ity of the engine depends on the careand restraint exercised during itsearly life. It is especially important toobserve the following precautionsduring the initial 960 km of vehicleoperation.• After starting, do not race the

engine. Warm it up gradually.• Avoid prolonged vehicle operation

at a constant speed. Moving partswill break in better if you vary yourspeed.

• Start off from a stop slowly. Avoidfull throttle starts.

• Avoid hard braking, especiallyduring the first 320 km of driving.

• Do not drive slowly with the trans-axle in a high gear.

• Drive the vehicle at moderateengine speeds.

• Do not tow a trailer.

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Improving Fuel EconomyThe following instructions will help youimprove fuel economy.

Avoid excessive idlingIf you are to wait for more than a minutewhile you are parked, stop the engine andstart it again later. When warming up acold engine, do not allow the engine to idleor apply full throttle until the engine hasreached operating temperature. Allow theengine to warm up by driving.

Avoid sudden accelerationSudden acceleration starting from rest orwhile driving will consume fuel unneces-sarily and shorten engine life. Start offslowly.

Avoid unnecessary stopsAvoid unnecessary deceleration and stop-ping. Try to maintain a slow, steady speedwhenever possible. Slowing down andthen accelerating again uses more fuel.

Keep a steady cruising speedKeep as constant a speed as road andtraffic conditions will permit.

NOTICE

To minimize the possibility of catalystor other vehicle damage:• Maintain the engine in the proper

operating condition.• In the event of an engine malfunc-

tion, particularly one involvingengine misfire or other apparentloss of performance, have the vehi-cle serviced promptly.

• Do not turn off the engine or inter-rupt the ignition when the transaxleis in gear and the vehicle is inmotion.

• Do not try to start the engine bypushing or towing the vehicle, orcoasting down a hill.

• Do not idle the engine with anyspark plug wires disconnected orremoved, such as during diagnos-tic testing.

• Do not idle the vehicle for pro-longed periods if idling seemsrough or there are other malfunc-tions.

• Do not allow the fuel tank to getnear the empty level.

• Avoid driving your vehicle atexcessively high engine speeds, inor around the red zone of thetachometer (if equipped).

WARNING

Be careful where you park and drive;the catalytic converter and otherexhaust components can get veryhot. As with any vehicle, do not parkor operate this vehicle in areas wherecombustible materials such as drygrass or leaves can come in contactwith a hot exhaust system.

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Keep the air cleaner clean

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If the air cleaner is clogged with dust, therewill be greater intake resistance, resultingin decreased power output and increasedfuel consumption.

Keep weight to a minimumHeavier the load, more fuel the vehicleconsumes. Take out any luggage or cargowhen it is not necessary.

Keep tire pressures correctUnderinflation of the tires can waste fueldue to increased running resistance of thetires. Keep your tires inflated to the correctpressure shown on the label on the driver’sdoor lock pillar.

Highway DrivingWhen driving at high speeds, pay attentionto the following:• Stopping distance progressively

increases with vehicle speed. Apply thebrakes far enough ahead of the stoppingpoint to allow for the extra stopping dis-tance.

• On rainy days, hydroplaning can occur.Hydroplaning is the loss of direct contactbetween the road surface and the vehi-cle’s tires due to a water film formingbetween them. Steering or braking thevehicle while hydroplaning can be verydifficult, and loss of control can occur.Keep speed down when the road sur-face is wet.

• At high speeds, the vehicle may beaffected by side winds. Therefore,reduce speed and be prepared for unex-pected buffeting, which can occur at theexits of tunnels, when passing by a cutof a hill, or when being overtaken bylarge vehicles, etc.

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• When climbing steep hills, the vehiclemay begin to slow down and show a lackof power. If this happens, you shouldshift to a lower gear so that the enginewill again be operating in its normalpower range. Shift rapidly to prevent thevehicle from losing momentum.

• When driving down a hill, the engineshould be used for braking by shifting tonext lower gear.

EXAMPLE

WARNING

Try not to hold the brake pedal downtoo long or too often while goingdown a steep or long hill. This couldcause the brakes to overheat, result-ing in reduced braking efficiency.Failure to take this precaution couldresult in loss of vehicle control.

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While moving uphill/gradient from astand still condition• Apply the parking brake firmly so that the vehicle does not roll backwards.• Depress the Clutch pedal and Shift the

gearshift lever to 1st Select position.• Do not slip the clutch.• When ready to start, press accelerator

pedal and slowly release the clutchpedal simultaneously. When the vehiclestarts to move, gradually release theparking brake.

Driving on Slippery Roads

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Under wet road conditions you shoulddrive at a lower speed than on dry roadsdue to possible slippage of tires duringbraking. When driving on icy, snow-cov-ered, or muddy roads, reduce your speedand avoid sudden acceleration, abruptbraking, or sharp steering movements.

Tire ChainsTire chains should only be used if they areneeded to increase traction or are requiredby law. Make sure that the chains you useare the correct size for your vehicle’s tires.Also make sure that there is enough clear-ance between the fenders and the chainsas installed on the tires.

Install the chains on the front tires tightly,according to the chain manufacturer’sinstructions. Retighten the chains afterdriving about 1.0 km if necessary. With thechains installed, drive slowly.

If Your Vehicle Gets StuckIf your vehicle gets stuck in snow, mud, orsand, follow the directions below:

1) Shift the transaxle back and forthbetween a forward range (or first gearfor manual transaxle) and reverse. Thiswill create a rocking motion which maygive you enough momentum to free thevehicle. Press gently on the acceleratorto keep wheel spinning to a minimumwheel rpm. Remove your foot from theaccelerator while shifting. Do not race the engine. Excessivewheel spin will cause the tires to digdeeper, making it more difficult to freethe vehicle.

2) If your vehicle remains stuck after a fewminutes of rocking, we recommend youto consult your authorised MarutiSuzuki workshop or a roadside assis-tance service. If a towing service is notavailable in an emergency, your vehiclemay be temporarily towed by a towingcable or chain secured to the towinghook either on the front of the vehicle oron the rear of the vehicle. Refer to“Frame Hooks” in the “OTHER CON-TROLS AND EQUIPMENT” section.

NOTICE

When descending down a hill,NEVER turn the ignition key to the“LOCK” position. Emission controlsystem damage may result.

EXAMPLE NOTICE

• If you hear the chains hittingagainst the vehicle body while driv-ing, stop and tighten them.

• If your vehicle is equipped with fullwheel caps, remove the wheel capsbefore installing the chains or thewheel caps can be damaged by thechain bands.

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Driving on Wet Roads

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Do’s and Dont’s for Safe DrivingExercise care in handling your vehicle. Beconscious of not only your own safety butalso the safety of others on the road, andthus enjoy the best and most comfortabledriving experience.

Following are basic rules for safe driving.Read them carefully for good understand-ing of the content so that you can enjoysafe and pleasant driving in your vehicle.

Starting1) Adjust the driver’s seat for the proper

driving posture.2) Adjust the rear view mirror so as to

obtain the best possible rear view.

WARNING

Do not allow anyone to stand nearthe vehicle when you are rocking it,and do not spin the wheels fasterthan an indicated 40 km/h on thespeedometer. Personal injury and/orvehicle damage may result from spin-ning the wheels too fast.

NOTICE

Do not continue rocking the vehiclefor more than a few minutes. Pro-longed rocking can cause engineoverheating or transaxle damage.

NOTICE

• When driving on wet roads, avoiddriving through large amount ofstanding water on the road. Largeamount of water entering theengine compartment may causedamage to the engine and or elec-trical components.

• If stuck in deep water, do not startthe engine.

• Water is incompressible substance,water inside engine is harmful tothe engine.

WARNING

In addition to following the drivingtips in this section, it is important toobserve the following precautions.• Make sure your tires are in good

condition and always maintain thespecified tire pressure. Refer to“Tires” in the “INSPECTION ANDMAINTENANCE” section fordetails.

• Do not use tires other than thosespecified by MARUTI SUZUKI.Never use different sizes or typesof tires on the front and rearwheels. For information regardingthe specified tires, refer to the TireInformation Label located on thedriver’s door lock pillar.

• Never use oversized tires or spe-cial shock absorbers and springsto raise (jack up) your vehicle. Thiswill change the handling character-istics. Oversized tires may also rubagainst the vehicle body overbumps, causing vehicle damage ortire failure.

• After driving through water, test thebrakes while driving at a slowspeed to see if they have main-tained their normal effectiveness. Ifthey are less effective than normal,dry them by repeatedly applyingthe brakes while driving slowlyuntil the brakes have regained theirnormal effectiveness.

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3) Before moving, look around your vehi-cle to confirm safety.

4) Don’t accelerate suddenly, since it isdangerous and wastes fuel.

General driving1) Be sure to stop before a stop light or

stop sign. When moving into an inter-section without any traffic lights orsigns, drive slowly to confirm safety.

2) Always follow other vehicles at a safedistance in order to prevent a rear-endcollision, in case the vehicle aheadmakes a sudden stop.

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3) Turn ON the turn signal at least 30meters before making a turn or chang-ing the lane so as to not be hit.

4) Before entering a corner, decelerate toa safe speed. Don’t apply brakes duringcornering, or skidding may occur.

5) When overtaking other vehicles, watchout for oncoming vehicles and carefullyensure safety.

6) Don’t attempt zigzag driving as it willhinder your control over the vehicle andmay cause an accident.

7) Avoid reckless high speed driving andtry to drive at a safe speed suitable forthe road conditions while maintaining aconstant speed.

8) Higher the speed, narrower the driver’svisual range becomes. In such a state,it is difficult to anticipate any hazard andthe driver feels fatigued.

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9) Do not attempt sharp handling duringhigh speed driving. You may lose yourcontrol over your vehicle.

10)When overtaking or changing laneswhile driving at a high speed, keepample vehicle-to-vehicle distance.

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Braking

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1) Use the parking brake when parkingyour vehicle and shift the gear shiftlever into the first gear or reverse gearposition for the sake of safety.

2) Don’t use hand-braking unlessunavoidable. It causes the vehicle toskid and a collision may occur. It isespecially dangerous when the tyresare worn out as they skid more.

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Use foot brake in three stages1. Warn the vehicle behind you2. Gradually apply the brake.3. Bring the vehicle to a halt.

3) When driving downhill, try not to applythe brake but use the engine brakeeffectively. Overuse of the foot-brakemay result in reduction of brake effec-tiveness.

Long distance driving1) Be sure to perform safety checks

before starting a trip.2) Take rest at regular intervals to prevent

accidents which may occur due to feel-ing sleepy or tired.

Night time driving

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1) Drive at lower speeds during the nightthan in the daytime, as the visual rangeis restricted at night.

2) Avoid overtaking other vehicles at night.Darkness bothers your sense of speedand hinders your judgment of vehicle-to-vehicle distance.

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3) Don’t use headlights on high beamunless its use is inevitable. It maycause visual impairment to the driver ofthe oncoming vehicle or the vehicleahead of you, which may cause anaccident.

4) Always keep the window glasses clean.Don’t operate the windshield wiperwhen the windshield glass is dry elsethe wiper blade and glass may getdamaged.

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Margin for SafetyIt is important to allow yourself a margin forsafety during driving so that you can copewith erroneous or unexpected driving ofother drivers. For that, observe the follow-ing.• Drive at a safe speed.• Maintain a sufficient distance between

your vehicle and the vehicle ahead.• Don’t force yourself to overtake other

vehicles.• Don’t accelerate suddenly, steer sharply

or stop suddenly.• Keep ample gaps between driving

schedules.• Observe traffic rules and regulations.

ConclusionA perfect driver does not exist. Theendeavour of every motorist should be tostrive for perfection. Safety consciousnessnot only ensures your safety and the safetyof other road users, it also helps reducethe wear and tear on your vehicle, length-ens its life, gives better fuel efficiency andensures a comfortable driving experience.Follow the do’s and dont’s listed, anddriving will never be the same again.

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67L-74E OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT

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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENTManual Heating and Air Conditioning System ................. 5-1Radio Antenna ..................................................................... 5-5Fuel Filler Cap ..................................................................... 5-6Engine Hood ........................................................................ 5-7Sun Visor ............................................................................. 5-8Interior Light Switch ........................................................... 5-9Accessory Socket (if equipped) ......................................... 5-10Assist Grips (if equipped) .................................................. 5-10Glove Box ............................................................................ 5-10Instrument Panel Upper Box .............................................. 5-11Cup Holder ........................................................................... 5-11Underseat Container (if equipped) .................................... 5-12Front Seat Back Pocket ...................................................... 5-12Floor Mats ............................................................................ 5-13Shopping Hook (if equipped) ............................................. 5-13Luggage Area Cover (if equipped) .................................... 5-14Roof Rails (if equipped) ...................................................... 5-14Frame Hooks ....................................................................... 5-16

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Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System

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1. Windshield defroster outlet2. Side defroster outlet3. Side outlet4. Center outlet5. Front floor outlet

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Side outlet

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When “Open”, air comes out regardless ofthe air flow selector position.

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Description of Controls

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Temperature selector (1)This is used to select the temperature byturning the selector.

Blower speed selector (2)This is used to turn on the blower and toselect blower speed by turning the selec-tor.

Air flow selector (3)

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This is used to select one of the functionsdescribed below.

Ventilation (a)

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Temperature-controlled air comes out ofthe center and side air outlets.

Bi-level (b)

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Temperature-controlled air comes out ofthe floor outlets and cooler air comes outof the center and side outlets. When thetemperature selector (1) is in the fullyCOLD position or fully HOT position, how-ever, the air from the floor outlets and theair from the center and side outlets will bethe same temperature.

Foot (c)

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Temperature-controlled air comes out ofthe floor outlets and the side outlets, alsocomes out of the windshield defroster out-lets and also comes slightly out of the sidedefroster outlets.

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Foot & defrost (d)

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Temperature-controlled air comes out ofthe floor outlets, the windshield defrosteroutlets, the side defroster outlets and theside outlets.

Defrost (e)

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Temperature-controlled air comes out ofthe windshield defroster outlets, the sidedefroster outlets and the side outlets.

Air intake selector (4)

68KH050

This selector is used to select the followingmodes.

Fresh Air (f)When this mode is selected by moving thelever to right, outside air is used.

Recirculated Air (g)When this mode is selected by moving thelever to left, outside air is shut out andinside air is recirculated. This mode is suit-able when driving through dusty or pollutedair such as in a tunnel, or when attemptingto quickly cool down the interior.

NOTE:If you select “RECIRCULATED AIR” for anextended period of time, the air in the vehi-cle can become contaminated. Therefore,you should occasionally select “FRESHAIR”.

Air conditioning switch (5)To turn on the air conditioning system, setthe blower speed selector to a positionother than “OFF” and push in the “A/C”switch. With this “A/C” switch operation, aindicator light will come on when the air-conditioning system is on. To turn off theair conditioning system, push the “A/C”switch again.

During operation of the air conditioner, youmay notice slight changes in enginespeed. These changes are normal, thesystem is designed so that the compressorturns on or off to maintain the desired tem-perature.

Less operation of the compressor resultsin better fuel economy.

(g) (f)

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System Operating Instructions

Natural ventilationSelect “VENTILATION” and “FRESH AIR”,the temperature selector to the desiredtemperature position, and the blowerspeed selector to “OFF”. Fresh air will flowthrough the vehicle during driving.

Forced ventilationThe control settings are the same as fornatural ventilation except you set theblower speed selector to a position otherthan “OFF”.

Normal heating (using outside air)Select “HEAT” and “FRESH AIR”, the tem-perature selector to the desired tempera-ture position and the blower speed selectorto the desired blower speed position. Set-ting the blower speed selector to a higherblower speed position increases heatingefficiency.

Quick heating (using recirculated air)The control settings are the same as fornormal heating except you select “RECIR-CULATED AIR”. If you use this heatingmethod for an extended period of time, theair in the vehicle can become contami-nated and the windows can become misty.Therefore, use this method only for quickheating and change to the normal heatingmethod as soon as possible.

Head cooled/Feet warmed heatingSelect “BI-LEVEL” and “FRESH AIR”, thetemperature selector to the desired tem-perature position, and the blower speedselector to the desired blower speed posi-tion. Unless the temperature selector is inthe fully COLD position or fully HOT posi-tion, the air that comes out of the centerand side outlets will be cooler than the airthat comes out of the floor outlets.

Normal coolingSet the air flow selector to “VENTILATION”,the temperature selector to the desired tem-perature position and the blower speedselector to the desired blower speed posi-tion, and turn on the “A/C” switch. Settingthe blower speed selector to a higherblower speed position increases coolingefficiency.

You can switch the air intake selector toeither “FRESH AIR” or “RECIRCULATEDAIR” as you desire. Choosing “RECIRCU-LATED AIR” increases cooling efficiency.

Quick cooling (using recirculated air)The control settings are the same as fornormal cooling except you select “RECIR-CULATED AIR” and the highest blowerspeed.

NOTE:• To turn on the air conditioning system,

push in the “A/C” switch and set theblower speed selector to a position otherthan “OFF”. With this “A/C” switch opera-

tion, an indicator light will come on whenthe air conditioning system is on. To turnoff the air conditioning system, push the“A/C” switch again.

• During operation of the air conditioner,you may notice slight changes in enginespeed. These changes are normal, thesystem is designed so that the compres-sor turns on or off to maintain thedesired temperature. Less operation ofthe compressor results in better fueleconomy.

NOTE:• If you select “RECIRCULATED AIR” for

an extended period of time, the air in thevehicle can become contaminated.Therefore, you should occasionallyselect “FRESH AIR”.

• If your vehicle has been left in the sunwith the windows closed, it will coolfaster if you open the windows brieflywhile you operate the air conditioner withthe air intake selector at “FRESH AIR”and the blower at high speed.

DehumidifyingSet the air flow selector to a desired airflow selector position, the temperatureselector to the desired temperature posi-tion and the blower speed selector to thedesired blower speed position. Also select“FRESH AIR” and turn on the “A/C” switch.

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NOTE:Because the air conditioner dehumidifiesthe air, turning it on will help keep the win-dows clear, even when blowing heated airusing the “DEFROST” or “HEAT &DEFROST” functions.

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NOTE:If you need maximum defrosting:• Set the air flow selector to “DEFROST”

and “FRESH AIR”.• Set the blower speed selector to HIGH.• Adjust the temperature selector to the

HOT end.• Turn on the “A/C” switch.• Adjust the side outlets so the air blows

on the side windows.

MaintenanceIf you do not use the air conditioner for along period, such as during winter, it maynot give the best performance when youstart using it again. To help maintain opti-mum performance and durability of your airconditioner, it needs to be run periodically.Operate the air conditioner at least once amonth for one minute with the engineidling. This circulates the refrigerant and oiland helps protect the internal components.

NOTE:Your vehicle uses the air conditioningrefrigerant HFC-134a, commonly called“R-134a”. R-134a replaced R-12 around1993 for automotive applications. Otherrefrigerants are available, including recy-cled R-12, but only R-134a should be usedin your vehicle.

Radio Antenna

70K093

The radio antenna can be pulled in orpulled out.

EXAMPLE

CAUTION

Using the wrong refrigerant maydamage your air conditioning sys-tem. Use R-134a only. Do not mix orreplace the R-134a with other refrig-erants.

CAUTION

To avoid damage to the radioantenna, pull in the antenna in belowcases.• Using an automatic car wash.• The antenna hits anything such as

a low ceiling in a parking garage.• Putting a car cover over your car.

EXAMPLE

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Fuel Filler Cap

67LH059

67LH060

The fuel filler cap is located on the left rearside of the vehicle. The fuel filler door canbe unlocked by pulling up the opener lever

located on the outboard side of the driver’sseat and locked by simply closing the door.

68KN048

To remove the fuel filler cap:1) Open the fuel filler door.2) Remove the cap by turning it counter-

clockwise.

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NOTE:If the cap holder (1) is equipped with thefuel filler door, hold the fuel filler cap whenrefueling.

To reinstall the fuel filler cap:1) Turn the cap clockwise until you hear

several clicks.2) Close the fuel filler door.

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLE

WARNING

Remove the fuel filler cap slowly. Thefuel may be under pressure and mayspray out, causing injury.

Open Close

EXAMPLE

WARNING

Fuel is extremely flammable. Do notsmoke when refueling, and makesure there are no open flames orsparks in the area.

(1)

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Engine Hood

67LH061

To open the engine hood:1) Pull the hood release handle located on

the outboard side of the driver’s side.This will disengage the engine hoodlock halfway.

67LH30508

2) Push the under-hood release lever upwith your finger, as shown in the illus-tration. While pushing the lever, lift upthe engine hood.

67LH30509

3) Continue to lift up the hood until it ishigh enough to support with the proprod.

To close the engine hood:1) Lift the hood up slightly and remove the

prop rod from the hole. Put the prop rodback to the holding clip.

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2) Lower the hood to about 20 cm abovethe bumper, then let it drop down.Make sure the hood is securely latchedafter closing.

WARNING

If you need to replace the fuel cap,use a MARUTI genuine cap. Use of animproper cap can result in a malfunc-tion of the fuel system or emissioncontrol system. It may also result infuel leakage in the event of an acci-dent.

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLE

WARNING

Make sure the hood is fully closedand latched before driving. If it is not,it can fly up unexpectedly duringdriving, obstructing your view andresulting in an accident.

EXAMPLE

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Sun Visor

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The sun visors can be pulled down to blockglare coming through the windshield, orthey can be unhooked and turned to theside to block glare coming through the sidewindow.

Card holder (if equipped)

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(1) Card holder

You can put a card in the card holder (1) onthe back of the sun visor.

Vanity mirror (if equipped)

67LH065

(2) Vanity mirror

There is a vanity mirror (2) on the back ofthe sun visor.

CAUTION

When unhooking and hooking a sunvisor, be sure to handle it by the hardplastic parts or the sun visor can bedamaged.

CAUTION

When you park your vehicle outdoorsin direct sunlight or in hot weather,do not leave plastic cards in theholder. The heat may distort them.

(1)

EXAMPLE

WARNING

• Do not use the mirror while drivingyour vehicle or could lose controlof the vehicle.

• When using the vanity mirror, donot move too close to a front airbag location or lean against it. Ifthe front air bag is accidentallyinflated, it could hit you hard.

(2)

EXAMPLE

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Interior Light Switch

Front

64J104

Rear (if equipped)

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This light switch has three positions whichfunction as described below:

ON(1)The light comes on and stays on regard-less of whether the door is open or closed.

DOOR(2)The light comes on when the door isopened. After closing all doors, the light will remainon for about 15 seconds (if this function isequipped) and then fade out. If you insertthe key into the ignition switch during thattime, the light will start to fade out immedi-ately. After removing the key from the igni-tion switch, the light will turn on for about15 seconds and then fade out.

OFF(3)The light remains off even when the door isopened.

67LH067

NOTE:The number of doors involved in the light-ing operation of the interior light dependson the vehicle specification. If there is aswitch (rubber projection) at the dooropening as shown, the door is involved inthe lighting operation. The tailgate mayalso be involved in this operation evenwithout the rubber projection.

(1)(2)(3)

(3) (2) (1)

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Accessory Socket (if equipped)

67LH068

The accessory socket will work when theignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” posi-tion. This socket can be used to provide 12volt/120 watt power for electrical accesso-ries.

Assist Grips (if equipped)

54G249

Assist grips are provided for convenience.

Glove Box

67LH069

To open the glove box, pull the latch lever.To close it, push the lid until it latchessecurely.

CAUTION

Use of inappropriate electrical acces-sories can cause damage to yourvehicle’s electrical system. Makesure that any electrical accessoriesyou use are designed to plug into thistype of socket.

EXAMPLE

CAUTION

To avoid damaging the assist gripand the molded headlining, do nothang down the assist grip.

WARNING

Never drive with the glove box lidopen. It could cause injury if an acci-dent occurs.

EXAMPLE

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Instrument Panel Upper BoxUse for putting small articles, accessories& personal belongings. To open push thebottom of lid (1) to release the lock and liftthe lid to open the box.

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Cup Holder

Driver’s side

67LH070

Passenger’s side

67LH071

To use the cup holder, push and pull it out.After using the holder, push it back.

Rear

67LH072

The cup holder is provided in the centerconsole.

WARNING

Never drive with the instrument panelbox lid open. There is a chance ofinside objects flying out that couldcause injury during braking, acceler-ation or at the time of collision. Closethe lid after putting the objects insidethe box.

EXAM-

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLE

WARNING

Do not use the cup holder to holdcups containing hot liquids, or sharp-edged, hard or breakable objects.Objects in the cup holder may bethrown about during a sudden stopor impact, and could cause personalinjury.

EXAMPLE

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Underseat Container (if equipped)

78F049

The container is located under the frontpassenger’s seat. Pull the loop and raisethe seat cushion forward to use the con-tainer. If it is hard to pull the loop, fold theseatback rearward slightly.This bucket is provided for holding lightand soft things such as gloves, shoes,newspapers or magazines. Do not puthard or breakable objects in the bucket.

70K106

70K196

The container can be removed by simplylifting up. When returning the container,make sure that the container is set exactlyin place.

Front Seat Back Pocket

67LH074

This pocket is provided for holding lightand soft things such as gloves, newspa-pers or magazines.

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLE

CAUTION

Piling items over the shaded part (inthe illustration) can damage the seatcushion. Do not pile items over theshaded part.To avoid breaking of underseat con-tainer do not hold the items weighingmore than 2.5 kg.

EXAMPLE

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Floor Mats

80J2014

To prevent the driver’s side floor mat fromsliding forward and possibly interfering withthe operation of the pedals, genuine MAR-UTI SUZUKI floor mats are recommended.Whenever you put the driver’s side floormat back in the vehicle after it has beenremoved, be sure to hook the floor matgrommets to the fasteners and position thefloor mat properly in the footwell. Whenyou replace the floor mats in your vehicle

with a different type such as allweatherfloor mats, we highly recommend usinggenuine MARUTI SUZUKI floor mats forproper fitting.

Shopping Hook (if equipped)You can hang the shopping bag or othersuitable objects on the hook. This hook isnot designed for large or heavy items.

Instrument panel

67LH075

WARNING

Do not put hard or breakable objectsin the pocket. If an accident occurs,objects such as bottles, cans, etc.can injure the occupants in the rearseat.

EXAMPLE

WARNING

Failure to take the following precau-tions may result in the driver’s sidefloor mat interfering with the pedalsand causing a loss of vehicle controlor an accident.• Make sure that the floor mat grom-

mets are hooked to the fasteners.• Never place additional floor mats

on top of the existing floor mat.

CAUTION

To avoid breaking the hook, do nothang items heavier than 2 kg (4.4 Ibs).

EXAMPLE

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Luggage Area Cover (if equipped)

67LH073

Luggage or other cargo placed in the lug-gage compartment is hidden from view bya luggage area cover.

Roof Rails (if equipped)

Roof rails

67LH076

You can use the roof rails to attach theoptional roof rack which is available at yourMARUTI SUZUKI authorised workshop. Ifyou use a roof rack, observe the instruc-tions and precautions in this section andprovided with the roof rack.

• Make sure the roof rack is securelyinstalled.

• To mount various types of cargo (suchas skis, bicycles, etc.) properly, use suit-able attachments which are availablefrom your MARUTI SUZUKI authorisedworkshop. Be sure to install the attach-ments properly and securely accordingto the instructions provided. Do notmount cargo directly on the roof panel.The cargo can damage the roof panel.

WARNING

Do not carry items on top of the lug-gage area cover, even if they aresmall and light. Objects on top of thecover could be thrown about in anaccident, causing injury, or couldobstruct the driver’s rear view.

EXAMPLE

CAUTION

To avoid damaging the luggage areacover:• Do not push down on it or lean on

it.• Handle it carefully when installing

or removing.

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• The gross weight of the roof rack pluscargo must not exceed the loadingcapacity (20 kg (44 lbs)). Also, do not letthe gross vehicle weight (fully loadedvehicle including driver, passengers,cargo, roof load and trailer tongueweight) exceed the Gross VehicleWeight Rating (GVWR) listed in the“SPECIFICATIONS” section of this man-ual.

• Mount and secure the cargo onto theroof rack properly according to theinstructions provided. Be sure to stowthe heaviest items at the bottom and dis-tribute the cargo as evenly as possible.

• Do not carry items so large that theyhang over the bumpers or the sides ofthe vehicle, or block your view.

• Secure the front and rear ends of longitems – such as wood panels, surfboardsand so forth – to both the front and rearof the vehicle. You should protect thepainted surfaces of the vehicle fromscuffing caused by tie-down ropes.

• Check periodically to make sure the roofrack is securely installed and free fromdamage.

WARNING

• Abrupt maneuvers or failure toproperly secure cargo can allowthe cargo to fly off the vehicle andhit others, causing personal injuryor property damage.

• Mount cargo securely and avoidabrupt maneuvers such as “jack-rabbit” starts, sharp turns, fast cor-nering and sudden braking. Checkperiodically to make sure thatcargo is securely fastened.

• Large, bulky, long, or flat items canaffect vehicle aerodynamics or becaught by the wind, and can reducevehicle control resulting in an acci-dent and personal injury. Drive cau-tiously at a safely reduced speedwhen carrying this type of cargo.

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Frame Hooks

Front

67LH30513

Rear

67LH078

The frame hooks are provided on the front(1) and rear (2) of the vehicle. The hooks(1) are used for emergency situations. Thehooks (1) and (2) are used for trailer/trainshipping purpose.

To tow your vehicle on the road or high-way, follow the instruction of “Towing” in“EMERGENCY SERVICE” section.

Never use the hook (2) for trailer/train ship-ping purposes to prevent damage to thevehicle.

(1)

EXAMPLE

(2)

EXAMPLE

WARNING

Do not use the frame hooks to towanother vehicle or to have your vehi-cle towed on the road or highway.The hooks (1) are designed for use inemergency situations only, such as ifyour vehicle or another vehicle getsstuck in deep mud or snow.The hook (2) is provided for trailer/train shipping purposes.

CAUTION

When you use the towing hook (1),avoid the driving that gives signifi-cant physical shock on hook. Suchoperation can damage the hook, orthe vehicle body.

Do not accelerate suddenly.

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VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING

Vehicle Loading ................................................................... 6-1Trailer Towing ...................................................................... 6-1Towing Your Vehicle ........................................................... 6-1

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Vehicle LoadingYour vehicle was designed for specificweight capacities. The weight capacities ofyour vehicle are indicated by the GrossVehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and thePermissible maximum Axle Weight (PAW,front and rear). The GVWR and PAW (frontand rear) are listed in the “SPECIFICA-TIONS” section.

GVWR – Maximum permissible overallweight of the fully loaded vehicle (includingall the occupants, accessories and cargoplus the trailer nose weight if towing atrailer).PAW – (Front and Rear) Maximum permis-sible weight on an individual axle.

Actual weight of the loaded vehicle andactual loads at the front and rear axles canonly be determined by weighing the vehi-cle. Compare these weights to the GVWRand PAW (front and rear). If the gross vehi-cle weight or the load on either axleexceeds these ratings, you must removeenough weight to bring the load down tothe rated capacity.

Trailer TowingYour MARUTI SUZUKI was originallydesigned to carry people and a normalamount of cargo, not to tow a trailer.MAR-UTI SUZUKI does not recommend you useyour vehicle to tow a trailer. Towing a trailercan adversely affect handling, durability,and fuel economy.

Towing Your Vehicle Your vehicle may be towed behind anothervehicle, provided your vehicle is 2 wheeldrive (2WD) and you use the proper towingmethod specified for your vehicle. The tow-ing method you must use depends on thespecifications of your vehicle: whether it isa manual transaxle vehicle or an AutoGear Shift vehicle.

Use the towing instruction table to selectthe proper towing method for your vehicle,and carefully follow the correspondinginstructions.3.

WARNING

Never overload your vehicle. Thegross vehicle weight (sum of theweights of the vehicle, all the occu-pants, accessories, cargo plus trailernose weight if towing a trailer) mustnever exceed the Gross VehicleWeight Rating (GVWR). In addition,never distribute a load so that theweight on either the front or rear axleexceeds the Permissible maximumAxle Weight (PAW).

WARNING

Always distribute cargo evenly. Toavoid personal injury or damage toyour vehicle, always secure cargo toprevent it from shifting if the vehiclemoves suddenly. Place heavierobjects on the floor and as far for-ward in the cargo area as possible.Never pile cargo higher than the topof the seat backs.

WARNING

When you tow your vehicle, followthe instructions below to avoid acci-dents and damage to your vehicle. Inaddition, be sure to observe govern-ment and local requirements regard-ing vehicle lighting and trailer hitchesor tow bars.

WARNING

A safety chain should always be usedwhen you tow your vehicle.

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TOWING INSTRUCTION TABLE

76MH022

A: 2WD VEHICLES WITH MANUALTRANSAXLE OR AUTO GEAR SHIFT1) Secure the front wheels on a towing

dolly according to the instructions pro-vided by the dolly manufacturer.

2) Release the parking brake.

76MH023

B: 2WD VEHICLES WITH MANUALTRANSAXLE OR AUTO GEAR SHIFT1) Shift the gearshift lever into neutral.2) Turn the ignition key to the “ACC” posi-

tion to unlock the steering wheel.3) Release the parking brake.

DRIVE TRAIN

TRAN-SAXLE

TOWING METHOD

2WDM/T A B

Auto Gear Shift A B

TOWING METHOD A

FROM THE FRONT:FRONT WHEELS ON A DOLLY AND REAR WHEELS ON THE GROUND

M/T, Auto Gear Shift

2WD

TOWING METHOD B

FROM THE FRONT:FOUR WHEELS ON THE GROUND

NOTICE

After shifting the Auto Gear Shiftlever to the “N” position, alwayscheck the gear position indicator inthe instrument cluster shows the “N”position to make sure that thetransaxle is disengaged.If the transaxle cannot be put in neu-tral, turn the key from the “LOCK” tothe “ON” position, and move theAuto Gear Shift lever from “N” to “D”,“M” or “R”, then back to “N” again.Then turn the key from the “ON” tothe “LOCK” position.These procedures may help put thetransaxle in neutral. If the transaxlestill cannot be put in neutral, you can-not tow the vehicle without using atowing dolly.

NOTICE

The steering column is not strongenough to withstand shocks trans-mitted from the front wheels duringtowing. Always unlock the steeringwheel before towing.

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCEMaintenance Schedule ....................................................... 7-1Periodic Maintenance Schedule ........................................ 7-2Drive Belt ............................................................................. 7-6Engine Oil and Filter ........................................................... 7-6Engine Coolant .................................................................... 7-9Air Cleaner ........................................................................... 7-10Spark Plugs ......................................................................... 7-11Gear Oil ................................................................................ 7-12Clutch Pedal ........................................................................ 7-13Fuel Filter (if equipped) ...................................................... 7-13Brakes .................................................................................. 7-14Steering ................................................................................ 7-16Tires ...................................................................................... 7-16Battery .................................................................................. 7-19Fuses .................................................................................... 7-19Bulb Replacement ............................................................... 7-23Wiper Blades ....................................................................... 7-27Windshield Washer Fluid ................................................... 7-29Air Conditioning System .................................................... 7-29

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Maintenance ScheduleThe following table shows the times whenyou should perform regular maintenanceon your vehicle. This table shows in kilo-meters and months when you should per-form inspections, adjustments, lubricationand other services. These intervals shouldbe shortened if driving is usually doneunder severe conditions.

WARNING

You should take extreme care whenworking on your vehicle to preventaccidental injury. Here are a few pre-cautions that you should be espe-cially careful to observe:• To prevent damage or unintended

activation of the air bag system, besure the battery is disconnectedand the ignition switch has been inthe “LOCK” position for at least 90seconds before performing anyelectrical service work on yourMARUTI SUZUKI. Do not touch airbag system components or wires. The wires are wrapped with yellowtape or yellow tubing, and the cou-plers are yellow for easy identifica-tion.

(Continued)

WARNING

(Continued)• Do not leave the engine running in

garages or other confined areas.• When the engine is running, keep

hands, clothing, tools, and otherobjects away from the fan and drivebelt. Even though the fan may notbe moving, it can automaticallyturn on without warning.

• When it is necessary to do servicework with the engine running, makesure that the parking brake is setfully and the transaxle is in Neutral.

• Do not touch ignition wires or otherignition system parts when start-ing the engine or when the engineis running, or you could receive anelectric shock.

• Be careful not to touch a hotengine, exhaust manifold andpipes, muffler, radiator and waterhoses.

• Do not allow smoking, sparks, orflames around fuel or the battery.Flammable fumes are present.

• Do not get under your vehicle if it issupported only with the portablejack provided in your vehicle.

• Be careful not to cause accidentalshort circuits between the positiveand negative battery terminals.

(Continued)

WARNING

(Continued)• Keep used oil, coolant, and other

fluids away from children and pets.Dispose of used fluids properly;never pour them on the ground,into sewers, etc.

WARNING

MARUTI SUZUKI recommends thatmaintenance should be performed byyour MARUTI SUZUKI authorisedworkshop. If you are not surewhether you can successfully com-plete any maintenance jobs, ask yourMARUTI SUZUKI authorised work-shop to do the maintenance for you.

CAUTION

Whenever it becomes necessary toreplace parts on your vehicle, it isrecommended that you use MARUTIgenuine parts.

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NOTE:This table includes services as scheduled up to 80,000 km mileage. Beyond 80,000 km, carry out the same services at the same inter-vals respectively.

Periodic Maintenance ScheduleA ..... Adjust.T ......Tighten to Specified Torque.R ..... Replace or Change.L ..... Lubricate.

I ..... Inspect and correct or replace if necessary.C ... Clean.O ... Rotate.

Interval: This interval should be judged by odometer reading or months, whichever comes first.

km (x 1,000) months

FREE INSPECTION PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE AT COST

1 5 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80

1 6 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96

ENGINE

1. Water pump drive belt (Tension, Wear) – – – – – I – – – R

2. Engine coolant (Level, Leakage) l l l R l R l R l R

3. Engine oil (API GRADE SL) & Oil filter – – R R R R R R R R

4. Cooling system hoses and connections (Leakage and Damage) l l l l l l l l l l

5. Engine cylinder head bolts – – T – T – T – T –

6. Engine Mounting and manifold fixing (Loose, Damage) – – I – I – I – I –

7. Valve Clearance – – – – I – – I – –

8. Exhaust System (Noise, Leakage or otherwise defective) – l – l – I – I – l

9. Positive Crankcase Ventilation System (Hoses, Connections and Valve) – l – l – I – I – l

IGNITION

1. Ignition wiring (Damage, Deterioration) – – – l – l – l – l

2. Spark Plug – – – – – R – – – R

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1 5 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80

1 6 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96

FUEL

1. Air cleaner filter element

Paved-road Clean every 5,000 KM. Replace every 40,000 KM.

Dusty Condition Clean after every 2,500 KM or as required. Replace every 40,000 KM. More frequent replacement if dust condition is severe.

2. Accelerator cable and Throttle shafts – l&L l&L l&L l&L l&L l&L l&L l&L l&L

3. Fuel tank cap, fuel lines and connections (Leakage, Damage) – – – – – I – – – I

4. Fuel Filter (Leakage) I I I I I R I I I R

CLUTCH AND TRANSMISSION

1. Clutch Pedal (Play) I I I I I I I I I I

2. Clutch slipping (Dragging or Excessive Damage) l l l I l I l I l I

3. Transmission oil (Level Leakage) l l l l l l l l l l

Replace every 1,60,000kms or 10 years, whichever comes earlier

DRIVE SHAFTS

1. Drive shaft boots (boot cut / damage) – l l l l l l l l l

2. Noise from drive shafts I I I I I I I I I I

BRAKE

1. Brake Fluid (Level, Leakage) I I I R I R I R I R

2. Brake pedal (pedal-to-ball clearance) I I I I I I I I I I

3. Parking brake lever and cable (Play, Damage) I I I I I I I I I I

4.a. Brake discs and pads (Wear) – I I I I I I I I I

b. Brake drums and shoes – – I I I I I I I I

5. Brake hoses and pipes (Fluid leakage, Damage) I I I I I I I I I I

6. Master cylinder, wheel cylinder and caliper piston(Fluid leakage, boot/seal damage) I I I I I I I I I I

WHEEL

1. Tyres (air pressure, abnormal wear, crack and rotation) I I&O I&O I&O I&O I&O I&O I&O I&O I&O

2. Wheels (Damage) I I I I I I I I I I

3. Front wheel bearing (Loose, Damage, Noise) – I I I I I I I I I

4. Rear wheel bearing (Loose, Damage, Noise) – I I I I I I I I I

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1 5 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80

1 6 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96

FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION

1. Suspension strut (Oil leakage, damage) I I I I I I I I I I

2. Suspension arms / Knuckle support (Loose, damage) – I I I I I I I I I

3. Rear spring (Damage) – I I I I I I I I I

4. Shock absorbers (Oil leakage, damage) I I I I I I I I I I

5. All bolts and nuts (Loose) – T T T T T T T T T

6. Suspension arms and torsion rods – I I I I I I I I I

STEERING

1. Steering wheel (Play, loose) I I I I I I I I I I

2. All rods and arms (Loose, damage, wear) I I I I I I I I I I

ELECTRICAL

1. Battery electrolyte (Level, leakage) I I I I I I I I I I

2. Wiring harness connection (Loose, damage) – I I I I I I I I I

3. Lighting system (Operation, stains, damage) I I I I I I I I I I

4. Horn (Operation) I I I I I I I I I I

5. System Voltage – I I I I I I I I I

BODY

1. All chassis bolts and nuts (Tighten) – I T T T T T T T T

2. All latches, Hinges and locks (Function)) I I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L

ROAD TEST

1. Operation of Brakes, gear shifting and speedometer I I I I I I I I I I

2. Body and chassis noise I I I I I I I I I I

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1 5 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80

1 6 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96

AIR CONDITIONER (If equipped)

1. Check belt tension I I I I I I I I I I

2. Tighten compressor mounting bolt – T T T T T T T T T

3. Check all hose joints, tighten if necessary I I I I I I I I I I

4. Check functioning of Recirc flap I I I I I I I I I I

5. Clean condenser with low pressure water – C C C C C C C C C

6. Check belt for frayed edges, change if necessary – I I I I I I I I I

7. Check all mounting bolts – I I I I I I I I I

WARNING

The rear 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 theabsorber safely. Ask your dealer for assistance.

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Drive Belt

Make sure the drive belt tension is correct.If the belt is too loose, insufficient batterycharging, engine overheating, poor powersteering, poor air conditioning, or exces-sive belt wear can result. When you pressthe belt with your thumb midway betweenthe pulleys, there should be a deflectionaccording to the following chart.

The belts should also be examined toensure that they are not damaged.

If you need to replace or adjust the belthave it done by your MARUTI SUZUKIauthorised workshop.

K10B

51KM036

Engine Oil and Filter

Specified Oil

Be sure that the engine oil you use comesunder the quality classification of SL.

SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fueleconomy, and good starting in coldweather.

WARNING

When the engine is running, keephands, hair, clothing, tools, etc. awayfrom the moving fan and drive belts.

: 100 N (10 kg, 22 lbs) pressGE: GeneratorDEF: DeflectionAC: Air conditioner compressor

DEF: 4.0 – 4.5 mm (0.16 – 0.18 in.)

GE

AC

DEF: 7 – 8 mm (0.28 – 0.31 in.)

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Oil Level Check

68KH066

It is important to keep the engine oil at thecorrect level for proper lubrication of yourvehicle’s engine. Check the oil level withthe vehicle on a level surface. The oil levelindication may be inaccurate if the vehicleis on a slope. The oil level should bechecked either before starting the engineor at least 5 minutes after stopping theengine.

The handle of the engine oil dipstick is col-ored yellow for easy identification. Pull outthe oil dipstick, wipe oil off with a cleancloth, insert the dipstick all the way into theengine, then remove it again. The oil onthe stick should be between the upper andlower limits shown on the stick. If the oillevel indication is near the lower limit, addenough oil to raise the level to the upperlimit.

Refilling

81A147

Remove the oil filler cap and pour oil slowlythrough the filler hole to bring the oil levelto the upper limit on the dipstick. Be carefulnot to overfill. Too much oil is almost asbad as too little oil. After refilling, start theengine and allow it to idle for about a min-ute. Stop the engine, wait about 5 minutesand check the oil level again.

Changing Engine Oil and FilterDrain the engine oil while the engine is stillwarm.

68KH067

1) Remove the oil filler cap.2) Place a drain pan under the drain plug.3) Using a wrench, remove the drain plug

and drain out the engine oil.

EXAMPLECAUTION

Failure to check the oil level regularlycould lead to serious engine troubledue to insufficient oil.

CloseOpen

EXAMPLE

WARNING

The engine oil temperature may behigh enough to burn your fingerswhen the drain plug is loosened. Waituntil the drain plug is cool enough totouch with your bare hands.

Open Close

EXAMPLE

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68KH068

Tightening torque for drain plug (1):35 Nm (3.5 kg-m, 25.5 lb-ft)

4) Reinstall the drain plug and new gas-ket. Tighten the plug with a wrench tothe specified torque.

Replace the Oil Filter1) Using an oil filter wrench, turn the oil fil-

ter counterclockwise and remove it.2) Using a clean rag, wipe off the mount-

ing surface on the engine where thenew filter will be seated.

3) Smear a little engine oil around the rub-ber gasket of the new oil filter.

4) Screw on the new filter by hand until thefilter gasket contacts the mounting sur-face.

54G092

(1) Loosen(2) Tighten

Tightening (viewed from filter top)

82JN146

(1) Oil filter(2) 1 turn

WARNING

New and used oil can be hazardous.Children and pets may be harmed byswallowing new or used oil. Keepnew and used oil and used oil filtersaway from children and pets.Repeated, prolonged contact withused engine oil may cause skin can-cer.Brief contact with used oil may irri-tate skin.

(Continued)

(1)

EXAMPLE WARNING

(Continued)To minimize your exposure to usedoil, wear a long-sleeve shirt andmoisture-proof gloves (such as dish-washing gloves) when changing oil. Ifoil contacts your skin, wash thor-oughly with soap and water.Launder any clothing or rags if wetwith oil.Recycle or properly dispose of usedoil and filters.

(1)

(2)

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5) Tighten the filter specified turn from thepoint of contact with the mounting sur-face (or to the specified torque) usingan oil filter wrench.

Tightening torque for oil filter1 turn or 14 Nm (1.4 kg-m, 10.5 lb-ft)

Refill with Oil and Check for Leaks1) Pour oil through the filler hole and

install the filler cap. For the approximate capacity of the oil,refer to the “Capacities” item in the“SPECIFICATIONS” section.

2) Start the engine and look carefully forleaks at the oil filter and drain plug. Runthe engine at various speeds for at least5 minutes.

3) Stop the engine and wait about 5 min-utes. Check the oil level again and addoil if necessary. Check for leaks again.

Engine CoolantSelection of CoolantTo maintain optimum performance anddurability of your engine, use MARUTIGenuine Coolant or equivalent.This type of coolant is best for your coolingsystem as it:• Helps maintain proper engine tempera-

ture.• Gives proper protection against freezing

and boiling.• Gives proper protection against corro-

sion and rust.Failure to use the proper coolant can dam-age your cooling system. Your MARUTISUZUKI authorised workshop can helpyou select the proper coolant.

Coolant Level CheckCheck the coolant level at the reservoirtank, not at the radiator. With the enginecool, the coolant level should be betweenthe “FULL” and “LOW” marks.

NOTICE

To tighten the oil filter properly, it isImportant to accurately identify theposition at which the filter gasketfirst contacts the mounting surface.

NOTICE

To prevent oil leakage, make surethat the oil filter is tight, but do notover-tighten it.

NOTICE

• When replacing the oil filter, it is rec-ommended that you use a MARUTIgenuine replacement filter. If youuse an aftermarket filter, make sureit is of equivalent quality and followthe manufacturer’s instructions.

• Oil leaks from around the oil filteror drain plug indicate incorrectinstallation or gasket damage. Ifyou find any leaks or are not surethat the filter has been properlytightened, have the vehicleinspected by your MARUTI SUZUKIauthorised workshop.

NOTICE

To avoid damaging your cooling sys-tem:• Always use a high quality ethylene

glycol base non-silicate type cool-ant diluted with distilled water atthe correct mixture concentration.

• Make sure that the proper mix is 30/70 coolant to distilled water and inno case higher than 70/30. Concen-trations greater than 70/30 coolantto distilled water will cause over-heating conditions.

• Do not use straight coolant norplain water.

• Do not add extra inhibitors or addi-tives. They may not be compatiblewith your cooling system.

• Do not mix different types of basecoolants. Doing so may result inaccelerated seal wear and/or thepossibility of severe overheatingand extensive engine damage.

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Adding Coolant

67LH079

68KH070

If the coolant level is below the “LOW”mark, more coolant should be added.Remove the reservoir tank cap and addcoolant until the reservoir tank level

reaches the “FULL” mark. Never fill the res-ervoir tank above the “FULL” mark.

Coolant ReplacementSince special procedures are required, werecommend you take your vehicle to yourMARUTI SUZUKI authorised workshop forcoolant replacement.

Air Cleaner

67LH080

If the air cleaner is clogged with dust, therewill be greater intake resistance, resultingin decreased power output and increasedfuel consumption.

Unclamp the upper clamps, and removethe element from the air cleaner case. If itappears to be dirty, replace it with a newone.

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLE

WARNING

Engine coolant is harmful or fatal ifswallowed or inhaled. Do not drinkantifreeze or coolant solution. If swal-lowed, do not induce vomiting. Imme-diately contact a poison controlcenter or a physician. Avoid inhalingmist or hot vapors; if inhaled, moveto fresh air area. If coolant gets ineyes, flush eyes with water and seekmedical attention. Wash thoroughlyafter handling. Solution can be poi-sonous to animals. Keep out of thereach of children and animals.

CAUTION

• The mixture you use should con-tain 50% concentration of anti-freeze.

• If the lowest ambient temperaturein your area is expected to be –35°C (–31°F) or below, use higherconcentrations up to 60% followingthe instructions on the antifreezecontainer.

• When putting the cap on the reser-voir tank, line up the mark on thecap and the mark on the tank. Fail-ure to follow this can result in cool-ant leakage.

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Spark Plugs

67LH080

68KH072

For nickel spark plugs (traditional type):You should inspect spark plugs periodicallyfor carbon deposits. When carbon accu-mulates on a spark plug, a strong spark

may not be produced. Remove carbondeposits with a wire or pin and adjust thespark plug gap.

To access the spark plugs:1) Unclamp and remove the air cleaner

case.2) If necessary, disconnect the coupler (1)

while pushing the release lever.3) Remove the ignitor bolts.4) Pull the spark plug boots out.

NOTE:When installation, make sure the wires,couplers, sealing rubber of top cover andwashers, are correctly returned in place.

67LM7004

60G160S

(1)

Correct Wrong

EXAMPLE

CAUTION

• When disconnecting the spark plugcables, pull on the boot, not on thecable itself. Pulling on the cablecan damage it.

• When servicing the iridium/plati-num spark plugs (slender centerelectrode type plugs), do not touchthe center electrode, as it is easy todamage.

Loosen

Tighten

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60B307

Spark plug gap “a”NGK KR6A-10: 0.95 – 1.05 mm

Gear Oil

Manual Transaxle Oil/Auto Gear shift OilWhen adding gear oil, use gear oil with theappropriate viscosity and grade.

We highly recommend you use:“MARUTI SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W-80” formanual transaxle gear oil or Auto GearShift oil.

Manual transaxle oil (API GL-4)

57L71007

Gear Oil Level Check

Manual transaxle

68KH073

(1) Oil filler and level plug

To check the gear oil level, use the follow-ing procedure:

1) Park the vehicle on a level surface withthe parking brake applied. Then, stopthe engine.

2) Remove the oil filler plug (1).3) Check the inside of the hole with your

finger. If the oil level comes up to thebottom of the plug hole, the oil level iscorrect. If so, reinstall the plug.

4) If the oil level is low, add gear oilthrough the oil filler plug hole (1) untilthe oil level reaches the bottom of thefiller hole, then reinstall the plug.

CAUTION

• When installing the spark plugs,screw them in with your fingers toavoid stripping the threads.Tighten with a torque wrench to17.5 Nm (1.8 kg-m, 13.0 lb-ft). Donot allow contaminants to enter theengine through the spark plugholes when the plugs are removed.

• Never use spark plugs with thewrong thread size.

CAUTION

When replacing spark plugs, youshould use the brand and type speci-fied for your vehicle. For the speci-fied plugs, refer to the“SPECIFICATIONS” section at theend of this book. If you wish to use abrand of spark plug other than thespecified plugs, consult your MAR-UTI SUZUKI authorised workshop.

CFo

o -30-22

-20-4

-1014 32 50 68 86 104

0 10 20 30 40

75W-80

(1)

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Tightening torque (1):21 Nm (2.1 kg-m, 15.5 lb-ft)

Gear Oil ChangeSince special procedures, materials andtools are required, it is recommended thatyou trust this job to your MARUTI SUZUKIauthorised workshop.

Clutch Pedal

Cable control clutch

54G274

Clutch pedal play “d”:10 - 15 mm (0.4 - 0.6 in.)

Measure the clutch pedal play by movingthe clutch pedal with your hand and mea-suring the distance it moves until you feelslight resistance. The play in the clutchpedal should be between the specified val-ues. If the play is more or less than theabove, or clutch dragging is felt with thepedal fully depressed, have the clutchinspected by your MARUTI SUZUKI autho-rised workshop.

Fuel Filter (if equipped)The fuel filter is located on the way of thefuel hose line under the vehicle body.

68KH128

(1) Fuel filter(2) Fuel inlet hose(3) Fuel outlet hose

Replace the Fuel FilterSince special procedures are required, werecommend you take your vehicle to yourMARUTI SUZUKI authorised workshop forfuel filter replacement.

WARNING

After driving the vehicle, thetransaxle oil temperature may behigh enough to burn your skin. Waituntil the oil filler plug is cool enoughto touch with your bare hands beforeinspecting transaxle oil.

CAUTION

When tightening the plug, apply thefollowing sealing compound orequivalent to the plug threads to pre-vent oil leakage.

Manual transaxle sealant:MARUTI Bond No. “1217G”

EXAMPLE

(1)

(3)

(2)

EXAMPLE

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Brakes

Brake Fluid

67LH081

Check the brake fluid level by looking atthe reservoir in the engine compartment.Check that the fluid level is between the“MAX” and “MIN” lines. If the brake fluidlevel is near the “MIN” line, fill it up to the“MAX” line with SAE J1703 or DOT3 brakefluid.

NOTE:With disc brakes, the fluid level can beexpected to gradually fall as the brakepads wear.

WARNING

Failure to follow the guidelines belowcan result in personal injury or seri-ous damage to the brake system.• If the brake fluid in the reservoir

drops below a certain level, thebrake warning light on the instru-ment panel will come on (theengine must be running with theparking brake fully disengaged).Should the light come on, immedi-ately ask your MARUTI SUZUKIauthorised workshop to inspect thebrake system.

• A rapid fluid loss indicates a leak inthe brake system which should beinspected by your MARUTI SUZUKIauthorised workshop immediately.

• Brake fluid can harm your eyes anddamage painted surfaces. Use cau-tion when refilling the reservoir.

• Do not use any fluid other than SAEJ1703 or DOT3 brake fluid. Do notuse reclaimed fluid or fluid that hasbeen stored in old or open contain-ers. It is essential that foreign parti-cles and other liquids are kept outof the brake fluid reservoir.

WARNING

Brake fluid is harmful or fatal if swal-lowed, and harmful if it comes in con-tact with skin or eyes. If swallowed,do not induce vomiting. Immediatelycontact a poison control center or aphysician. If brake fluid gets in eyes,flush eyes with water and seek medi-cal attention. Wash thoroughly afterhandling. Solution can be poisonousto animals. Keep out of the reach ofchildren and animals.

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Brake PedalCheck if the brake pedal stops at the regu-lar height without “spongy” feeling whenyou depress it. If not, have the brake sys-tem inspected by your MARUTI SUZUKIauthorised workshop. If you doubt thebrake pedal for the regular height, check itas follows:

54G108

Pedal to floor carpet minimum dis-tance “a”:59 mm (2.3 in.)

With the engine running, measure the dis-tance between the brake pedal and floorcarpet when the pedal is depressed withapproximately 30 kg (66 lbs) of force. Theminimum distance required is as specified.Since your vehicle’s brake system is self-adjusting, there is no need for pedaladjustment.

If the pedal to floor carpet distance asmeasured above is less than the minimumdistance required, have your vehicleinspected by your MARUTI SUZUKI autho-rised workshop.

NOTE:When measuring the distance between thebrake pedal and floor wall, be sure not toinclude the floor mat or rubber on the floorwall in your measurement.

60G104S

EXAMPLE

WARNING

If you experience any of the followingproblems with your vehicle’s brakesystem, have the vehicle inspectedimmediately by your MARUTI SUZUKIauthorised workshop.• Poor braking performance• Uneven braking (brakes not work-

ing uniformly on all wheels.)• Excessive pedal travel• Brake dragging• Excessive noise• (Except ABS equipped vehicle)

Pedal pulsation (pedal pulsateswhen depressed.)

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Parking Brake

60MHM07001

Ratchet tooth specification “b”: 4th – 9thLever pull force (1):200 N (20 kg, 44 lbs)

Check the parking brake for proper adjust-ment by counting the number of clicksmade by the ratchet teeth as you slowlypull up on the parking brake lever to thepoint of full engagement. The parkingbrake lever should stop between the speci-fied ratchet teeth and the rear wheelsshould be securely locked. If the parkingbrake is not properly adjusted or thebrakes drag after the lever has been fullyreleased, have the parking brake inspectedand/or adjusted by your MARUTI SUZUKIauthorised workshop.

Steering

67LH082

Steering wheel play “c”: 0 – 30 mm (0.0 – 1.2 in.)

Check the play of the steering wheel bygently turning it from left to right and mea-suring the distance that it moves beforeyou feel slight resistance. The play shouldbe between the specified values.

Check that the steering wheel turns easilyand smoothly without rattling by turning itall the way to the right and to the left whiledriving very slowly in an open area. If theamount of free play is outside the specifi-cation or you find anything else to bewrong, an inspection must be performedby your MARUTI SUZUKI authorised work-shop.

Tires

68KH075

The front and rear tire pressure specifica-tions for your vehicle are listed on the TireInformation Label. Both the front and reartires should have the specified tire pres-sure.Note that the value does not apply to thecompact spare tire, if equipped.

(1)

“b”

EXAMPLE

“c”

EXAMPLE EXAMPLE

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Tire InspectionInspect your vehicle’s tires at least once amonth by performing the following checks:

1) Measure the air pressure with a tiregauge. Adjust the pressure if neces-sary. Remember to check the sparetire, too.

52KM110

(1) Tread wear indicator(2) Indicator location mark

2) Check that the depth of the treadgroove is more than 1.6 mm (0.06 in.).To help you check this, the tires havemolded-in tread wear indicators in thegrooves. When the indicators appearon the tread surface, the remainingdepth of the tread is 1.6 mm (0.06 in.)or less and the tire should be replaced.

3) Check for abnormal wear, cracks anddamage. Any tires with cracks or otherdamage should be replaced. If any tiresshow abnormal wear, have theminspected by your MARUTI SUZUKIauthorised workshop.

4) Check for loose wheel nuts.5) Check that there are no nails, stones or

other objects sticking into the tires.

WARNING

• Air pressures should be checkedwhen the tires are cold or you mayget inaccurate readings.

• Check the inflation pressure fromtime to time while inflating the tiregradually, until the specified pres-sure is obtained.

• Never underinflate or overinflatethe tires. Underinflation can cause unusualhandling characteristics or cancause the rim to slip on the tirebead, resulting in an accident ordamage to the tire or rim. Overinflation can cause the tire toburst, resulting in personal injury.Overinflation can also causeunusual handling characteristicswhich may result in an accident.

(1)

(2)

EXAMPLE WARNING

Hitting curbs and running over rockscan damage tires and affect wheelalignment. Be sure to have tires andwheel alignment checked periodi-cally by your MARUTI SUZUKI autho-rised workshop.

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Tyre Rotation

60G-09-019E

To avoid uneven wear of your tyres and toprolong their life, rotate the tyres as illus-trated. Tyres should be rotated as men-tioned in periodic maintenance schedule.After rotation, adjust front and rear tyrepressures to the specification listed onyour vehicle’s Tyre Inflation PressureLabel.

Wheel BalancingIf the vehicle vibrates abnormally onsmooth road, have the wheel balanced atMaruti Suzuki authorised workshop.

Wheel AlignmentIn case of abnormal tyre wear or pullingtowards one side, have the wheel alignedat Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop.

Tubeless Tyres (If equipped)The vehicle is equipped with TubelessTyres. In tubeless tyre, a thin layer of butylrubber is used for lining the inside of thetubeless tyre. This layer is to prevent airloss and fulfilling the purpose of tube. Theair pressure is maintained by the sealingbetween tyre bead and wheel rim. Tube-less tyres are having advantage of slow airloss and preventing sudden deflation whiledriving.

Care and maintenance tips for tubelesstyres1) Always maintain recommended inflation

pressure. Driving continuously at lowinflation pressure can lead to tyre dam-age.

2) In case any leakage is found, check forany nail penetration/valve core dam-age or rim bent. Damaged wheel mustnot be used.

3) In case tyre has run at low pressure, itmust be inspected for any defect.

4) Whenever new tyre is fitted, replace thevalve.

5) If continuous high speed driving isrequired, increase tyres pressure by 5psi over recommended inflation pres-sure.

6) Never run the tyre beyond TWI (Treadwear indicator). The tyre is recommen-ded to be replaced when the remainingtread has worn to this point. The indica-tors are spaced across the tread

WARNING

• Your MARUTI SUZUKI is equippedwith tires which are all the sametype and size. This is important toensure proper steering and han-dling of the vehicle. Never mix tiresof different size or type on the fourwheels of your vehicle. The sizeand type of tires used should beonly those approved by MARUTISUZUKI as standard or optionalequipment for your vehicle.

• Replacing the wheels and tiresequipped on your vehicle with cer-tain combinations of aftermarketwheels and tires can significantlychange the steering and handlingcharacteristics of your vehicle.

• Therefore, use only those wheeland tire combinations approved byMARUTI SUZUKI as standard oroptional equipment for your vehi-cle.

CAUTION

Replacing the original tires with tiresof a different size may result in falsespeedometer or odometer readings.

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around the tyre marked by a triangularsymbol (TWI).

7) Always prefer tubeless tyre mountingmachine. In case of manual mounting-tyre/wheel rim damage may occur.

8) In case of any problem, please get intouch with MARUTI SUZUKI authorisedworkshop.

NOTE:All tyres fitted to this vehicle comply to IS: 15633

Battery67LM7001

For maintenance-free battery (cap-lesstype), you need not add water. For tradi-tional type battery, which has water fillercaps, the level of the battery solution mustbe kept between the “MAX” and the “MIN”levels at all times. If the level is found to bebelow the “MIN” level, add distilled water tothe “MAX” level. You should periodicallycheck the battery, battery terminals, andbattery hold-down bracket for corrosion.Remove corrosion using a stiff brush andammonia mixed with water, or baking sodamixed with water. After removing corrosion,rinse with clean water.

If your vehicle is not going to be driven fora month or longer, disconnect the cablefrom the negative terminal of the battery tohelp prevent discharge.

FusesYour vehicle has three types of fuses, asdescribed below:

Main fuseThe main fuse takes current directly fromthe battery.

Primary fusesThese fuses are between the main fuseand individual fuses, and are for electricalload groups.

Individual fusesThese fuses are for individual electrical cir-cuits.

To remove a fuse, use the fuse puller pro-vided in the fuse box cover.

WARNING

• Batteries produce flammablehydrogen gas. Keep flames andsparks away from the battery or anexplosion may occur. Never smokewhen working in the vicinity of thebattery.

• When checking or servicing thebattery, disconnect the negativecable. Be careful not to cause ashort circuit by allowing metalobjects to contact the battery postsand the vehicle at the same time.

• To avoid harm to yourself or dam-age to your vehicle or battery, fol-low the jump starting instructionsin the “EMERGENCY SERVICE”section of this manual if it is neces-sary to jump start your vehicle.

EXAMPLE

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Fuses in the Engine Compartment

68KH076

68KH077

67LM7005

(1)

(2)

(3)

(27)

(28)

(4)

(24) (25) (26)

(13) (14) (15) (16) (17) (18) (19) (20) (21) (22) (23)

(10)

(11)

(12)

(5) (6) (7) (8) (9)

FUSE

(1) 80A All electric load

(2) 50A Dome, Tail light, Rear defogger, Door lock

(3) 50A Power window, Heater, Wiper, Ignition

(4) – Front fog light relay

(5) – Starting motor relay

(6)– CNG VLV relay*1

– Blank*2

(7)– Blank*1

– Headlight low (Left) Relay*2

(8) – A/C compressor relay

(9)– Blank*1

– Headlight low (Right) Relay*2

(10) 30A ABS control module fuse 2

(11) 40A Power steering fuse

(12) 40A ABS control module fuse 1

(13) 30A Ignition switch fuse

(14) 10A A/C compressor fuse

(15)7.5A CNG VLV fuse*1

15A Headlight high (Left) fuse*2

(16) 15A Front fog light fuse

(30)

(31)

(32)

(33)

(34)

(35)

(36)

ZZ(37)

(29)

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*1: WAGON R*2: WAGON R STRINGRAY

The main fuse, primary fuses and some ofthe individual fuses are located in theengine compartment. If the main fuseblows, no electrical component will func-tion. If a primary fuse blows, no electricalcomponent in the corresponding loadgroup will function. When replacing themain fuse, a primary fuse or an individualfuse, use a MARUTI genuine replacement.To remove a fuse, use the fuse puller pro-vided in the fuse box. The amperage ofeach fuse is shown in the back of the fusebox cover.

60G111

NOTE:Make sure that the fuse box always carriesspare fuses and fuse puller.

(17) 30A Radiator fan fuse

(18) – Blank

(19)15A Headlight (Left) fuse*1

15A Headlight high (Right) fuse*2

(20) 15A Headlight (Right) fuse*1

(20)15A Headlight high (Left)

fuse*2

– Blank

(21) 15A Headlight low (Right) fuse*2

(22) 30A Starting motor fuse

(23) 15A Fuel injection fuse

(24) – Radiator fan relay

(25) – Fuel pump relay

(26) – Main relay

(27) 80AHead light, Air compres-sor, Front fog light, Radia-tor fan

(28) 80A Power steering, ABS

(29) 30A T/M Pump

(30) 10A T/M

(31) 10A T/M 2

(32) – Blank

(33) – Blank

(34) – Blank

(35) – Blank

(36) – Blank

(37) – Blank

EXAMPLE

BLOWN

OK

WARNING

If the main fuse or a primary fuseblows, be sure to have your vehicleinspected by an MARUTI SUZUKIauthorised workshop. Always use aMARUTI genuine replacement. Neveruse a substitute such as a wire evenfor a temporary repair, or extensiveelectrical damage and a fire canresult.

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Fuses under the Dash Board

67LH083

67LH30604

The fuse box is located under the driver’sside of the dashboard.Remove the fuse box cover by pushing inat both ends and pulling off the cover.

81A283

EXAMPLEFUSE

(1) 10A Stop light

(2) 30A Blower motor

(3) 10A ST SIG

(4) 15A Accessory

(5) 10A Rear fog light

(6) 10A Tail light

(7) 7.5A CNG

(8) 10A Back-up light

(9) 10A ABS

(10) 10A Meter

(11) 15A Ignition coil

(12) 20A Wiper/Washer

(13) 10A IG2 SIG

(14) 10A IG1 SIG

(15) 10A Air bag

(16) – Blank

(17) 20A Door lock

(18) 15A Horn/Hazard

(19) 15A Rear defogger

(20) 10A Dome

(21) 30A Power window

WARNING

Always be sure to replace a blownfuse with a fuse of the correct amper-age. Never use a substitute such asaluminum foil or wire to replace ablown fuse. If you replace a fuse andthe new one blows in a short periodof time, you may have a major electri-cal problem. Have your vehicleinspected immediately by your MAR-UTI SUZUKI authorised workshop.

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Bulb Replacement Interior Light

Front

60G115

Rear (if equipped)

67LH084

Pull down the lens by using a flat bladescrewdriver covered with a soft cloth asshown. To install it, simply push it back in.

The bulb can be removed by simply pullingit out. When replacing the bulb, make surethat the contact springs are holding thebulb securely.

WARNING

• Light bulbs can be hot enough toburn your finger right after beingturned off. This is true especiallyfor halogen headlight bulbs.Replace the bulbs after theybecome cool enough.

• The headlight bulbs are filled withpressurized halogen gas. They canburst and injure you if they are hitor dropped. Handle them carefully.

CAUTION

The oils from your skin may cause ahalogen bulb to overheat and burstwhen the lights are on. Grasp a newbulb with a clean cloth.

CAUTION

Frequent replacement of a bulb indi-cates the need for an inspection ofthe electrical system. This should becarried out by your MARUTI SUZUKIauthorised workshop.

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WAGON RHeadlight

67LH085

Open the engine hood. Disconnect thecoupler (1). Remove the sealing rubber (2).

Push the retaining spring (3) forward andunhook it. Then remove the bulb. Install anew bulb in the reverse order of removal.

WAGON R

67LH087

NOTE:You can see the position of retaining spring (3) from the hole of headlight.

WAGON R STINGRAYHeadlight (Low Beam)

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Open the engine hood. Remove the steer-ing rubber (1) and disconnect the coupler (2). Push the retaining spring (3) foreword and unlock it. Then remove the bulb. Install a new bulb in the reverse order of removal.

Headlight (High Beam)

67LM7002

Open the engine hood. Remove the steer-ing rubber (1). Remove the bulb with cou-pler (2) by pushing the coupler upwards.Disconnect the bulb (3) from coupler (4) bypulling the bulb out. Install a new bulb inthe reverse order of removal. While instal-lation ensure that lug (a) on the bulbmatches with the slot (b) on the headlamp.

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(1)

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Front Fog Light (if equipped)

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1) Insert a flat blade screwdriver into thehole (2) and remove the clips (1) bytwist the driver as shown in the illustra-tion.

78F072

2) Open the fender cover. Disconnect thecoupler with pushing the lock release.Turn the bulb holder counterclockwiseand remove it.

Side Turn Signal Light

64J195

Remove the light housing by sliding to leftwith your finger.

68KH103

To remove a bulb holder from a light hous-ing, turn the holder clockwise and pull itout. Then remove the bulb. Install a newbulb in the reverse order.

Other General Lights

Bulb holder

54G123

(1) Removal(2) Installation

To remove a bulb holder from a light hous-ing, turn the holder counterclockwise andpull it out. To install the holder, push theholder in and turn it clockwise.

(2)(1)

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Bulb

54G124

(3) Removal(4) Installation

There are two types of bulb, “Full glasstype” (1) and “Glass/metal type” (2).

To remove and install a full glass type bulb(1), simply pull out or push in the bulb.

To remove a glass metal type bulb (2) froma bulb holder, push in the bulb and turn itcounterclockwise. To install a new bulb,push it in and turn it clockwise.

You can access the individual bulb or bulbholders as follows.

Front position light (1)Front turn signal light (2)

WAGON R

67LH088

WAGON R STINGRAY

67LH30602

Rear combination light

67LH089

License plate light

75F087

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

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Rear fog light (if equipped)

67LH090

Since special procedures are required, werecommend you take your vehicle to yourMARUTI SUZUKI authorised workshop forbulb replacement.

High-mount stop light (if equipped)

67LH091

To remove a high-mounted stop light hous-ing the following procedure:

1) Remove the covers (1). Remove thebolts (2) and remove the high-mountedstop light housing from the tailgate.

67LH092

2) Pushing the clips (3) toward inside andremove the bulb holder (4).

3) Replace the bulbs. To install a high-mounted stop light housing in thereverse order of removal.

Wiper Blades

54G129

If the wiper blades become brittle or dam-aged, or make streaks when wiping,replace the wiper blades.

To install new wiper blades, follow the pro-cedures below.

(1)

(2)

(3) (4) (3)

CAUTION

To avoid scratching or breaking thewindow, do not let the wiper armstrike the window while replacing thewiper blade.

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NOTE:Some wiper blades may be different fromthe ones described here depending onvehicle specifications. If so, consult yourMARUTI SUZUKI authorised workshop forproper replacement method.

For windshield wipers:

70G119

1) Hold the wiper arm away from the win-dow.

67LM7003

2) Squeeze lock (1) towards wiper arm (2)and remove the wiper frame from thearm as shown.

3) Unlock the lock end of the wiper bladeand slide the blade out as shown.

Removal

60A260

Installation

54G132

(1) Locked end

54G135

(1) Retainer

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4) If the new blade is provided without thetwo metal retainers, move them fromthe old blade to the new one.

5) Install the new blade in the reverseorder of removal, with the locked endpositioned toward the wiper arm. Make sure the blade is properlyretained by all the hooks. Lock theblade end into place.

6) Reinstall wiper frame to arm, makingsure that the lock lever is snappedsecurely into the arm.

Windshield Washer Fluid

Front and rear (if equipped)

67LH093

Check that there is washer fluid in the tank.Refill it if necessary. Use a good qualitywindshield washer fluid, diluted with wateras necessary.

Air Conditioning SystemIf you do not use the air conditioner for along period, such as during winter, it maynot give the best performance when youstart using it again. To help maintain opti-mum performance and durability of your airconditioner, it needs to be run periodically.Operate the air conditioner at least once amonth for one minute with the engineidling. This circulates the refrigerant and oiland helps protect the internal components.

WARNING

Do not use “antifreeze” solution inthe windshield washer reservoir. Thiscan severely impair visibility whensprayed on the windshield, and canalso damage your vehicle’s paint.

CAUTION

Damage may result if the washermotor is operated with no fluid in thewasher tank.

EXAMPLE

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EMERGENCY SERVICETire Changing Tool .................................................................8-1Jacking Instructions ...............................................................8-1Changing Wheels ....................................................................8-3Jump Starting Instructions ....................................................8-4Towing ......................................................................................8-5If the Starter Does Not Operate ..............................................8-5If the Engine is Flooded ..........................................................8-5If the Engine Overheats ..........................................................8-5Warning triangle ......................................................................8-7

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Tire Changing Tool

67LH094

The jack, wheel brace and jack handle arestowed in the luggage compartment.

68KH091

To remove the spare tire, turn its bolt (1)counterclockwise and remove it.

Jacking Instructions

52KM119

1) Place the vehicle on level, hard ground.2) Set the parking brake firmly and shift

into “R” (Reverse) if your vehicle has amanual transaxle.

3) Turn on the hazard warning flasher ifyour vehicle is near traffic.

4) Block the front and rear of the wheeldiagonally opposite of the wheel beinglifted.

5) Place the spare wheel near the wheelbeing lifted as shown in the illustrationin case that the jack slips.

EXAMPLE

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WARNING

The jack should be used only tochange wheels. It is important to readthe jacking instructions in this sec-tion before attempting to use thejack.

WARNING

After using the tire changing tools, besure to stow them securely or theycan cause injury if an accidentoccurs.

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54G253

63J100

63J101

6) Position the jack vertically and raise thejack by turning the jack handle clock-wise until the jack head groove fitsaround the jacking bar beneath thevehicle body. See illustrations.

7) Continue to raise the jack slowly andsmoothly until the tire clears theground. Do not raise the vehicle morethan necessary.

WARNING

• Use the jack only to change wheelson level, hard ground.

• Never jack up the vehicle on aninclined surface.

• Never raise the vehicle with thejack in a location other than thespecified jacking point (shown inthe illustration) near the wheel tobe changed.

• Make sure that the jack is raised atleast 51 mm (2 inches) before itcontacts the suspension arm boss.Use of the jack when it is within 51mm (2 inches) of being fully col-lapsed may result in failure of thejack.

• Never get under the vehicle when itis supported by the jack.

• Never run the engine when thevehicle is supported by the jackand never allow passengers toremain in the vehicle.

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Changing WheelsTo change a wheel, use the following pro-cedure:

1) Clear all passengers and luggage fromthe vehicle.

2) Remove the jack, tools and sparewheel from the vehicle.

3) Loosen, but do not remove the wheelnuts.

4) Jack up the vehicle.5) Remove the wheel nuts and wheel.6) Before installing the new wheel, clean

any mud or dirt off from the surface ofthe wheel and hub with a clean cloth.Clean the hub carefully; it may be hotfrom driving.

7) Install the new wheel and replace thewheel nuts with their cone shaped endfacing the wheel. Tighten each nutsnugly by hand until the wheel issecurely seated on the hub.

54G116

Tightening torque for wheel nut105 Nm (10.5 kg-m, 75.9 lb-ft)

8) Lower the jack and fully tighten the nutsin a crisscross fashion with a wrench asshown in the illustration.

Full Wheel Cover (if equipped)

60G309

Insert a piece of cloth between the spokesof the wheel cover and try to pull the coveroutward (as shown in figure). Take out thedetached wheel cover from the wheel rim.For installation first match the slot at thewheel cover with the air filling nozzle of thewheel. Apply equal pressure at the circum-ference of the wheel cover to fix it in thewheel rim.

54G117

When installing the cover, make sure that itis positioned so that it does not cover orfoul the air valve.

WARNING

Use genuine wheel nuts and tightenthem to the specified torque as soonas possible after changing wheels.Incorrect wheel nuts or improperlytightened wheel nuts may comeloose or fall off, which can result inan accident. If you do not have atorque wrench, have the wheel nuttorque checked by a MARUTI SUZUKIauthorised workshop.

Loosen

Tighten

EXAMPLE

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Jump Starting Instructions

When Jump Starting Your Vehicle, Use the Following Procedure:

1) Use only a 12-volt battery to jump startyour vehicle. Position the good 12-voltbattery close to your vehicle so that thejump leads will reach both batteries.When using a battery installed onanother vehicle, DO NOT LET THEVEHICLES TOUCH. Set the parkingbrakes fully on both vehicles.

2) Turn off all vehicle accessories, exceptthose necessary for safety reasons (forexample, headlights or hazard lights).

67LH30701

3) Make jump lead connections as follows:

1. Connect one end of the first jumplead to the positive (+) terminal ofthe flat battery (1).

2. Connect the other end to the positive(+) terminal of the booster battery(2).

3. Connect one end of the second jumplead to the negative (–) terminal ofthe booster battery (3).

4. Make the final connection to anunpainted, heavy metal part (i.e.engine mounting stud/nut (4)) of theengine of the vehicle with the flatbattery (1).

4) If the booster battery you are using isfitted to another vehicle, start theengine of the vehicle with the boosterbattery. Run the engine at moderatespeed.

5) Start the engine of the vehicle with theflat battery.

6) Remove the jump leads in the exactreverse order in which you connectedthem.

WARNING

• Never attempt to jump start yourvehicle if the battery appears to befrozen. Batteries in this conditionmay explode or rupture if jumpstarting is attempted.

• When making jump lead connec-tions, be certain that your handsand the jump leads remain clearfrom pulleys, belts, or fans.

• Batteries produce flammablehydrogen gas. Keep flames andsparks away from the battery or anexplosion may occur. Never smokewhen working in the vicinity of thebattery.

• If the booster battery you use forjump starting is installed in anothervehicle, make sure the two vehiclesare not touching each other.

• If your battery discharges repeat-edly, for no apparent reason, haveyour vehicle inspected by an MAR-UTI SUZUKI authorised workshop.

• To avoid harm to yourself or dam-age to your vehicle or battery, fol-low the jump starting instructionsbelow precisely and in order. If you are in doubt, call for qualifiedroad service.

CAUTION

Your vehicle should not be started bypushing or towing. This startingmethod could result in permanentdamage to the catalytic converter.Use jump leads to start a vehicle witha weak or flat battery.

EXAMPLE

WARNING

Never connect the jump lead directlyto the negative (–) terminal of the dis-charged battery, or an explosion mayoccur.

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TowingIf you need to have your vehicle towed,contact a professional service. Your dealercan provide you with detailed towinginstructions.

2-Wheel Drive (2WD) Manual Trans-missionManual transmission vehicles may betowed using either of the following meth-ods.

1) From the front, with the front wheelslifted and the rear wheels on theground. Before towing, make sure thatthe parking brake is released.

2) From the rear, with the rear wheelslifted and the front wheels on theground, provided the steering anddrivetrain are in operational condition.Before towing, make sure that transaxleis in neutral, the steering wheel isunlocked (the ignition key should be inthe “ACC” position), and the steeringwheel is secured with a clampingdevice designed for towing service.

If the Starter Does Not Operate1) Try turning the ignition switch to the

“START” position with the headlightsturned on to determine the battery con-dition. If the headlights go excessivelydim or go off, it usually means thateither the battery is flat or the batteryterminal contact is poor. Recharge thebattery or correct battery terminal con-tact as necessary.

2) If the headlights remain bright, checkthe fuses. If the reason for failure of thestarter is not obvious, there may be amajor electrical problem. Have the vehi-cle inspected by your MARUTI SUZUKIauthorised workshop.

If the Engine is FloodedIf the engine is flooded with petrol, it maybe hard to start. If this happens, press theaccelerator pedal all the way to the floorand hold it there while cranking the engine.(Do not operate the starter motor for morethan 15 seconds).

If the Engine OverheatsThe engine could overheat temporarilyunder severe driving conditions. If the highengine coolant temperature warning lightcomes on as overheating during driving:1) Turn off the air conditioner, if equipped.2) Take the vehicle to a safe place and

park.3) Let the engine run at the normal idle

speed for a few minutes until the highengine coolant temperature warninglight goes off.

If the high engine coolant temperaturewarning light does not go off:1) Turn off the engine and check that the

water pump belt and pulleys are notdamaged or slipping. If any abnormalityis found, correct it.

CAUTION

To help avoid damage to your vehicleduring towing, proper equipment andtowing procedures must be used.

CAUTION

The steering column is not strongenough to withstand shocks trans-mitted from the front wheels duringtowing. Always unlock the steeringwheel before towing.

WARNING

If you see or hear escaping steam,stop the vehicle in a safe place andimmediately turn off the engine to letit cool. Do not open the hood whensteam is present. When the steamcan no longer be seen or heard, openthe hood to see if the coolant is stillboiling. If it is, you must wait until itstops boiling before you proceed.

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2) Check the coolant level in the reservoir.If it is found to be lower than the “LOW”line, look for leaks at the radiator, waterpump, and radiator and heater hoses. Ifyou locate any leaks that may havecaused the overheating, do not run theengine until these problems have beencorrected.

3) If you do not find a leak, carefully addcoolant to the reservoir and then theradiator, if necessary. (Refer to “EngineCoolant” in the “INSPECTION ANDMAINTENANCE” section.)

NOTE:If your engine overheats and you areunsure what to do, contact your nearestMARUTI SUZUKI workshop.

65D614

EXAMPLE

WARNING

• It is hazardous to remove the radia-tor cap (or degassing tank cap for adiesel engine) when the water tem-perature is high, because scaldingfluid and steam may be blown outunder pressure. The cap shouldonly be taken off when the coolanttemperature has lowered.

• To help prevent personal injury,keep hands, tools and clothingaway from the engine cooling fanand air-conditioner fan (ifequipped). These electric fans canautomatically turn on without warn-ing.

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Warning Triangle

MHO-07-001

In case of vehicle break-down or duringemergency stopping, where, your vehiclecould become a potential traffic hazard,keep the warning triangle, provided withyour vehicle, on the road free from anyobstacles behind your vehicle so as towarn the approaching traffic, at an approxi-mate distance of 50-100 m. The reflectingside of the triangle should face the on com-ing traffic. Please activate the hazardwarning lamps before alighting the vehicleto keep the warning triangle.

MHO-07-014

• Remove the warning triangle carefullyfrom the cover as shown by arrow 1.

• Open both the reflector arms as shownby arrow and lock the arms with eachother with the clip provided in the rightarm. Open the bottom stand in counterclock-wise direction as shown by arrow3. Position the warning triangle behindthe vehicle on a plain surface.

• Reverse the removal procedure forkeeping inside the cover.

MHO-07-014

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APPEARANCE CARE 67L-74E

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60G412

APPEARANCE CARECorrosion Prevention ......................................................... 9-1Vehicle Cleaning ................................................................. 9-2

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Corrosion PreventionIt is important to take good care of yourvehicle to protect it from corrosion. Listedbelow are instructions for how to maintainyour vehicle to prevent corrosion. Pleaseread and follow these instructions carefully.

Important Information About Corrosion

Common causes of corrosion1) Accumulation of road salt, dirt, mois-

ture, or chemicals in hard-to-reachareas of the vehicle underbody orframe.

2) Chipping, scratches and any damage totreated or painted metal surfacesresulting from minor accidents or abra-sion by stones and gravel.

Environmental conditions which accel-erate corrosion1) Road salt, dust control chemicals, sea

air or industrial pollution will all acceler-ate the corrosion of metal.

2) High humidity will increase the rate ofcorrosion particularly when the tem-perature range is just above the freez-ing point.

3) Moisture in certain areas of a vehiclefor an extended period of time may pro-mote corrosion even though other bodysections may be completely dry.

4) High temperatures will cause an accel-erated rate of corrosion to parts of the

vehicle which are not well ventilated topermit quick drying.

This information illustrates the necessity ofkeeping your vehicle (particularly theunderbody) as clean and dry as possible. Itis equally important to repair any damageto the paint or protective coatings as soonas possible.

How to Help Prevent Corrosion

Wash your vehicle frequentlyThe best way to preserve the finish on yourvehicle and to help avoid corrosion is tokeep it clean with frequent washing.Wash your vehicle at least once during thewinter and once immediately after the win-ter. Keep your vehicle, particularly theunderside, as clean and dry as possible.If you frequently drive on salted roads,your vehicle should be washed at leastonce a month during the winter. If you livenear the ocean, your vehicle should bewashed at least once a month throughoutthe year.

For washing instructions, refer to the “Vehi-cle Cleaning” section.

Remove foreign material depositsForeign material such as salts, chemicals,road oil or tar, tree sap, bird droppings andindustrial fall-out may damage the finish ofyour vehicle if it is left on painted surfaces.Remove these types of deposits as quicklyas possible. If these deposits are difficult to

wash off, an additional cleaner may berequired. Be sure that any cleaner you useis not harmful to painted surfaces and isspecifically intended for your purposes.Follow the manufacturer’s directions whenusing these special cleaners.

Repair finish damageCarefully examine your vehicle for damageto the painted surfaces. Should you findany chips or scratches in the paint, touchthem up immediately to prevent corrosionfrom starting. If the chips or scratches havegone through to the bare metal, have aqualified body shop make the repair.

Keep passenger and luggage compart-ments cleanMoisture, dirt or mud can accumulateunder the floor mats and may cause corro-sion. Occasionally, check under thesemats to ensure that this area is clean anddry. More frequent checks are necessary ifthe vehicle is used off road or in wetweather.Certain cargos such as chemicals, fertiliz-ers, cleaners, salts, etc. are extremely cor-rosive by nature. These products shouldbe transported in sealed containers. If aspill or leak does occur, clean and dry thearea immediately.

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Store your vehicle in a dry, well-venti-lated areaDo not park your vehicle in a damp, poorlyventilated area. If you often wash yourvehicle in the garage or if you frequentlydrive it in when wet, your garage may bedamp. The high humidity in the garagemay cause or accelerate corrosion. A wetvehicle may corrode even in a heatedgarage if the ventilation is poor.

Vehicle Cleaning

76G044S

Cleaning the Interior

Vinyl upholsteryPrepare a solution of soap or mild deter-gent mixed with warm water. Apply thesolution to the vinyl with a sponge or softcloth and let it soak for a few minutes toloosen dirt.Rub the surface with a clean, damp clothto remove dirt and the soap solution. Ifsome dirt still remains on the surface,repeat this procedure.

Fabric upholsteryRemove loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.Using a mild soap solution, rub stainedareas with a clean damp cloth. To removesoap, rub the areas again with a clothdampened with water. Repeat this until thestain is removed, or use a commercial fab-ric cleaner for tougher stains. If you use afabric cleaner, carefully follow the manu-facturer’s instructions and precautions.

Seat beltsClean seat belts with a mild soap andwater. Do not use bleach or dye on thebelts. They may weaken the fabric in thebelts.

Vinyl floor matsOrdinary dirt can be removed from vinylwith water or mild soap. Use a brush tohelp loosen dirt. After the dirt is loosened,rinse the mat thoroughly with water anddry it in the shade.

WARNING

Do not apply additional undercoatingor rust preventive coating on oraround exhaust system componentssuch as the catalytic converter,exhaust pipes, etc. A fire could bestarted if the undercoating substancebecomes overheated.

WARNING

When cleaning the interior or exteriorof the vehicle, NEVER USE flammablesolvents such as lacquer thinners,petrol, benzene or cleaning materialssuch as bleaches or strong house-hold detergents. The materials couldcause personal injury or damage tothe vehicle.

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CarpetsRemove dirt and soil as much as possiblewith a vacuum cleaner. Using a mild soapsolution, rub stained areas with a cleandamp cloth. To remove soap, rub the areasagain with a cloth dampened with water.Repeat this until the stain is removed, oruse a commercial carpet cleaner fortougher stains. If you use a carpet cleaner,carefully follow the manufacturer’s instruc-tions and precautions.

Cleaning the Exterior

Caring for Aluminum Wheels

NOTE:• Do not use an acidic or alkaline deter-

gent to wash aluminum wheels. Thesetypes of detergent will cause permanentspots, discoloration and cracks on fin-ished surfaces.

• Do not use a bristle brush and soap con-taining an abrasive material. These willdamage finished surfaces.

Washing

60B212S

When washing the vehicle, park it wheredirect sunlight does not fall on it and followthe instructions below:1) Flush the underside of body and wheel

housings with pressurized water toremove mud and debris. Use plenty ofwater.

2) Rinse the body to loosen the dirt.Remove dirt and mud from the bodyexterior with running water. You mayuse a soft sponge or brush. Do not usehard materials which can scratch thepaint or plastic. Remember that theheadlight covers or lenses are made ofplastic in many cases.

CAUTION

It is important that your vehicle bekept clean and free from dirt. Failureto keep your vehicle clean may resultin fading of the paint or corrosion tovarious parts of the vehicle body.

WARNING

• Never attempt to wash and waxyour vehicle with the engine run-ning.

• When cleaning the underside of thebody and fender, where there maybe sharp-edged parts, you shouldwear gloves and a long-sleevedshirt to protect your hands andarms from being cut.

• After washing your vehicle, care-fully test the brakes before drivingto make sure they have maintainedtheir normal effectiveness.

CAUTION

When washing the vehicle:• Avoid directing steam or hot water

of more than 80°C (176°F) on plas-tic parts.

• To avoid damaging engine compo-nents, do not use pressurizedwater in the engine compartment.

CAUTION

To avoid damage to the paint or plas-tic surface, do not wipe the dirt offwithout ample water. Be sure to fol-low above procedure.

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3) Wash the entire exterior with a milddetergent or car wash soap using asponge or soft cloth. The sponge orcloth should be frequently soaked in thesoap solution.

4) Once the dirt has been completelyremoved, rinse off the detergent withrunning water.

5) After rinsing, wipe off the vehicle bodywith a wet chamois or cloth and allow itto dry in the shade.

6) Check carefully for damage to paintedsurfaces. If there is any damage,“touch-up” the damage following theprocedure below:1. Clean all damaged spots and allow

them to dry.2. Stir the paint and “touch-up” the

damaged spots lightly using a smallbrush.

3. Allow the paint to dry completely.

Waxing

60B211S

After washing the vehicle, waxing and pol-ishing are recommended to further protectand beautify the paint.

• Only use waxes and polishes of goodquality.

• When using waxes and polishes,observe the precautions specified by themanufacturers.

CAUTION

When using a commercial car washproduct, observe the cautions speci-fied by the manufacturer. Never usestrong household detergents orsoaps.

CAUTION

If you use an automatic car wash,make sure that your vehicle’s bodyparts, such as spoilers, cannot bedamaged. If you are in doubt, consultthe car wash operator for advice.

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GENERAL INFORMATIONVehicle Identification .......................................................... 10-1Radio frequency identification (RFID) tag (if equipped) ...................................................... 10-2

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Vehicle Identification

Chassis Serial Number

67LH096

The chassis and/or engine serial numbersare used to register the vehicle. They arealso used to assist your dealer whenordering or referring to special serviceinformation. Whenever you have occasionto consult your MARUTI SUZUKI autho-rised workshop, remember to identify yourvehicle with this number. Should you findthe number difficult to read, you will alsofind it on the identification plate.

Engine Serial Number

54G082

The engine serial number is stamped on the cylinder block as shown in the illustration.

EXAMPLE

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Radio frequency identification (RFID) tag (if equipped)

As per Ministry of Road Transport andHighways, the Radio frequency identifica-tion (RFID) tag (1) is mandatory for eachvehicle for the purpose of electronic tollcollection or any other purpose as may bedefined by the Government of India.

In case of any damage to RFID tag orreplacement of front windscreen, pleasecontact your nearest MARUTI SUZUKIAuthorized workshop.

76MH1001

As seen from inside of the vehicle

76MH1002

NOTE:The picture shown is for indicative purposeonly. Internal structure of actual devicemounted on vehicle may be different.

As seen from outside of the vehicle

76MH1003

NOTE:The picture shown is for indicative purposeonly. Internal structure of actual devicemounted on vehicle may be different.

NOTE:• RFID tag needs to be registered by gov-

ernment authorized agency (if applica-ble).

• Any attempt to remove the tag from thewindscreen will result in permanent dam-age to the tag.

• Use of chemical cleaners to clean thewindscreen area where the tag ismounted can damage the tag.

• Use of any sharp objects on the tag candamage the tag.

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SPECIFICATIONSNOTE:Specifications are subject to change without notice.

ITEM: Dimensions UNIT: mm (in.) WAGON R WAGON R STINGRAY

Overall length 3599 3636

Overall width 1475 - 1495 1475

Overall height 1670 - 1700 1670

Wheelbase 2400 2400

Track Front 1295 1295

Rear 1290 1290

Ground clearance (Unladen condition) 165 165

ITEM: Mass (weight) UNIT: kg (lbs)

Curb mass (weight) WAGON R 860 - 895

WAGON R STINGRAY 870 - 895

Gross vehicle mass (weight) rating 1350

Maximum Permissible

Gross axle mass (weight) rating

Front 700

Rear 720

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SPECIFICATIONS 67L-74E

67LH3-74E

ITEM: Engine

Type K10B (DOHC)

Number of cylinders 3

Bore 73.0 mm

Stroke 79.5 mm

Piston displacement 998 cm3

Compression ratio 10 : 1

ITEM: Electrical

Standard spark plug Nickel plug NGK KR6A-10

Battery 12V 34B20L

Fuses See “INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE” section.

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67L-74E SPECIFICATIONS

67LH3-74E

ITEM: Lights WATTAGE BULB No.

Headlight

WAGON R (High / Low) 12V 60W / 55W H4

WAGON R

STINGRAY

Low 12V 55W H7

High 12V 55W H7

Front turn signal light 12V 21W PY21W

Rear turn signal light 12V 21W PY21W

Side turn signal light WAGON R 12V 5W W5W

WAGON R STINGRAY 12V 5W WY5W

Position light 12V 5W W5W

Brake/tail light 12V 21/5W P21/5W

License plate light 12V 5W W5W

Reversing light 12V 16W W16W

Interior light Front 12V 10W –

Rear 12V 10W –

Front fog light 12V 35W H8

Rear fog light 12V 21W P21W

High mount stop light 12V 5W W5W

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SPECIFICATIONS 67L-74E

67LH3-74E

*1: When tire replacement is necessary and if the specified load index and speed rated tire is not available, then use a tire of higherload index and speed rating.

*2: The spare wheel provided for WagonR Stingray with alloy wheel variant is steel wheel rim, hence follow 4 tire rotation only. (Refer: Tirerotation under section “Inspection and maintenance”)

ITEM: Wheel and Suspension

Tire size, front and rear WAGON R 145/80R13 75T*1, 155/65R14 75T*1,155/65R14 75H*1

WAGON R STINGRAY 155/65R14*1

Rim size 155 tire: 14 x 4 1/2J*2, 145 tire: 13 x 4J

Tire pressures front/rear 145 Tire 2.3 kg/cm2

155 Tire 2.5 kg/cm2

ITEM: Steering

Toe-in Each wheel 3 min ± 5 min

Total wheel 6 min ± 5min

Camber angle 00 18, ± 10

Caster angle 30 52, ± 20

ITEM: Capacities (approx.)

Coolant (including reservoir tank) 4.3 L

Fuel tank 35 L

Engine oil 2.9 L (replacement with oil filter)

Transaxle oil 2.2 L

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