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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT

53MH0-74E

Troubleshooting

FM/AM

SYMPTOM

CAUSE

REMEDY

The station cannot be received.

The connection of the car antenna has
not been made correctly.

Check the connection of the car antenna.

Automatic tuning is not possible.

The broadcast signal is too weak.

Perform manual setting.

The radio sensitivity is poor.

Car antenna is not extended fully or

inclining.

Check the car antenna.

No sound is coming out from front

speaker or rear speaker.

Adjustment of the front and rear speakers

tilts towards either of the side.

According to “Adjusting the audio”, adjust

the FAD level.

For the 2 speakers, adjust the FAD level
to “0”.

Summary of Contents for Alto

Page 1: ...c tion of this manual is essential for prolong ing the life of the vehicle and for safe driving Vehicle and the available features acces sories therein should be used and plied by the owner user in accordance with the applicable legal requirements MARUTI SUZUKI INDIA LIMITED believes in conservation and protection of Earth s natural resources To that end we encourage every vehicle owner to recycle...

Page 2: ...lt in minor or moderate injury NOTICE Indicates a potential hazard that could result in vehicle damage WARNING Do not modify your vehicle Modifica tion could adversely affect safety handling performance or durability and may violate governmental regula tions In addition damage or perfor mance problems resulting from modification shall not be covered under warranty NOTICE Improper installation of m...

Page 3: ...ABLE MATERIALS IN THE VEHICLE break down accident catch fire Avoid driving into or starting the vehicle in a heavily water logged area Vehicle may break down or engine may fail due to 1 Water entry into the engine which may lead to hydrostatic lock 2 Short circuiting of the electrical systems If the vehicle is stuck in deep water start crank the vehicle until the level of water drops below the lev...

Page 4: ... confined areas with passengers inside This may result in accumulation of carbon monoxide in cabin and may lead to suffocation or breathing problems 7 Do not park vehicle on dry leaves or grass This may lead to fire due to hot catalytic converter igniting the dry leaves grass 8 If the vehicle is equipped with CNG LPG ensure availability of fire extinguisher in the vehicle all the time 9 Always wea...

Page 5: ...TTERY BATCH TYRE MAKE BATCH CODE Front Right CONTACT NO FOR SERVICE APPOINTMENT SUPPORT Front Left Rear Right Rear Left Spare For any assistance with regard to our product please contact General Manager Works Manager at any of our Dealer or Authorised workshop For additional enquiry you may contact our Regional Office or Service Department The addresses and phone numbers are given in Service Netwo...

Page 6: ...ion service 40000 KM 48 Months 4th Paid inspection service 50000 KM 60 Months 5th Paid inspection service 60000 KM 72 Months 6th Paid inspection service 70000 KM 84 Months 7th Paid inspection service 80000 KM 96 Months 8th Paid inspection service 90000 KM 108 Months 9th Paid inspection service 100000 KM 120 Months 10th Paid inspection service 110000 KM 132 Months 11th Paid inspection service 12000...

Page 7: ...Inspection Registration No Customer Name Ph No Service workshop MASS Code fill below Workshop In charge Signature Model Name Model Code VIN Engine No Mileage Invoice Date Date of Inspection Registration No Customer Name Ph No Service workshop MASS Code fill below Workshop In charge Signature Model Name Model Code VIN Engine No Mileage Invoice Date Date of Inspection Registration No Customer Name P...

Page 8: ...r name and Phone No details legibly and correctly for the latest owner 4 Free service coupon of selling dealer not operational at present should be sent to MSIL on monthly basis Service Division Maruti Suzuki India Limited 1ST FREE INSPECTION COUPON Customer s copy 1 000 KM or 1 MONTH For Servicing Workshop 1 Please Fill up Model codes correctly 2 Please fill up Complete VIN 3 Please fill up custo...

Page 9: ...f Inspection Registration No Customer Name Ph No Service workshop MASS Code fill below Workshop In charge Signature Model Name Model Code VIN Engine No Mileage Invoice Date Date of Inspection Registration No Customer Name Ph No Service workshop MASS Code fill below Workshop In charge Signature Model Name Model Code VIN Engine No Mileage Invoice Date Date of Inspection Registration No Customer Name...

Page 10: ...er name and Phone No details legibly and correctly for the latest owner 4 Free service coupon of selling dealer not operational at present should be sent to MSIL on monthly basis Service Division Maruti Suzuki India Limited 2ND FREE INSPECTION COUPON Customer s copy 5 000 KM or 6 MONTHS For Servicing Workshop 1 Please Fill up Model codes correctly 2 Please fill up Complete VIN 3 Please fill up cus...

Page 11: ...e of Inspection Registration No Customer Name Ph No Service workshop MASS Code fill below Workshop In charge Signature Model Name Model Code VIN Engine No Mileage Invoice Date Date of Inspection Registration No Customer Name Ph No Service workshop MASS Code fill below Workshop In charge Signature Model Name Model Code VIN Engine No Mileage Invoice Date Date of Inspection Registration No Customer N...

Page 12: ...mer name and Phone No details legibly and correctly for the latest owner 4 Free service coupon of selling dealer not operational at present should be sent to MSIL on monthly basis Service Division Maruti Suzuki India Limited 3RD FREE INSPECTION COUPON Customer s copy 10 000 KM or 12 MONTHS For Servicing Workshop 1 Please Fill up Model codes correctly 2 Please fill up Complete VIN 3 Please fill up ...

Page 13: ...ding 4 Limitation This warranty shall not apply to a Normal maintenance service required other than the three free services including without limitation oil and fluid changes Consumables headlight aiming fastener retighten ing wheel balancing wheel alignment and tyre rotation cleaning of injectors adjustments of clutch and valve clear ance b The normal wear of parts including without limitation bu...

Page 14: ...ching the service records v The damage s caused to the vehicle being unattended despite knowledge that the defect exists and ignorance by the owner user of the vehicle w Any damage s caused to vehicle including battery tyre due to parking of the vehicle in idle condition for long duration of time periods x Any vehicle on which the retro fitment is not authorized and or type approved as per the sta...

Page 15: ...e owner should consult the Maruti Suzuki authorised dealer from whom the vehicle was purchased for instructions con cerning replacement of the Owner s Manual and Service Book let 8 Disclaimer of Consequential Damage Maruti Suzuki assumes no responsibility for loss of vehicle loss of time inconvenience or any other indirect incidental or consequen tial damage resulting from the vehicle not being av...

Page 16: ...scretion of Maruti Suzuki and Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop and results of the examination will be final and binding If after examination the warrantable con dition is not established Maruti Suzuki and Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop 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 ...

Page 17: ...ner s Manual 3 Vehicle subjected to abnormal use accident motor race ral lies or for the purpose of establishing the records etc 4 Use of non MSGP Maruti Suzuki Genuine Part 5 Vehicle that has been tampered with 6 Tampering with odometer so that the actual kilometer reading cannot be determined 7 Use of adulterated fuel and or unspecified oils Engine oil Transmission oil and Brake oil etc Annexure...

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Page 21: ...FUEL RECOMMENDATION 1 53MH0 74E FUEL RECOMMENDATION Fuel Recommendation 1 1 ...

Page 22: ...our vehicle in the MTBE content is not greater than 15 This oxygenated fuel does not contain alcohol CAUTION Use of spurious low quality adulterated fuel can cause damage to the engine engine auxilliaries affect functioning of engine and degrade engine performance including but not limited to engine seizure NOTICE The fuel tank has an air space to allow for fuel expansion in hot weather If you con...

Page 23: ...t Belts and Child Restraint Systems 2 15 Child Restraint System for India 2 24 Supplemental Restraint System air bags 2 25 Instrument Cluster 2 32 Warning and Indicator Lights 2 33 Speedometer 2 38 Fuel Gauge 2 39 Information Display 2 40 Lighting Control Lever 2 42 Headlight Leveling Switch 2 43 Turn Signal Control Lever 2 44 Hazard Warning Switch 2 45 Windshield Wiper and Washer Lever 2 45 Horn ...

Page 24: ...rkshop The vehicle must be programmed with the correct identification code for the spare keys A key made by an ordinary locksmith will not work 54G003 If the immobilizer system light 1 blinks when the ignition switch is in the ON position there may be something wrong with your key or with the immobilizer sys tem Ask your Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop to inspect the system NOTE If you lose your...

Page 25: ...from outside the vehicle insert the key and turn the top of the key toward the front of the vehicle To lock a front passenger s door from out side the vehicle push the lock knob down then pull and hold the door handle as you close the door Side Door Locks if equipped 60B008 To lock a driver s door from outside the vehicle Insert the key and turn the top of the key toward the rear of the vehicle or...

Page 26: ...river s door 60B008 You can lock and unlock all doors simulta neously by using the key in the driver s door lock To lock all doors simultaneously insert the key in the driver s door lock and turn the top of the key toward the rear of the vehi cle To unlock all doors simultaneously insert the key in a driver s door lock and turn the top of the key toward the front of the vehicle 53M 04 006 You can ...

Page 27: ...ey and turn it clockwise to unlatch and lift the tail gate 53M 04 009 You can also unlatch the tailgate by pulling the release lever if equipped located on the outboard side of the driver s seat WARNING Be sure to place the child proof lock in the LOCK position whenever children are seated in the rear EXAMPLE NOTICE Do not use the key to lift up the tail gate or the key may break off in the lock E...

Page 28: ... con troller memory In case you need a new transmitter place an order with your dealer Key cylinder mentioned in this section is the key hole mounted on steering col umn where key is inserted to start the vehicle GENERAL FEATURES Illuminated Entry When vehicle is unlocked the room lamp will turn ON to facilitate illuminated entry into the vehicle The room lamp will turn OFF when the door is closed...

Page 29: ...ABLE FEATURES System has some features which can be programmed by user according to their choice Auto Lock Mode Drive lock mode can be set to Auto Lock mode or can be turned OFF If drive lock mode is set to auto lock all the vehicle doors will lock when vehicle attains the speed of 15 Km hr If drive is set to OFF no door will lock by speed NOTE Auto Lock Mode will get cancelled if any door is open...

Page 30: ... knob until the display shows A LOC c Push the odometer trip meter meter illumination selector knob to select a function that you want to set up accord ing to the below mentioned table d To program a Auto Lock Auto Unlock mode function first select the desired function and then press and hold the odometer trip meter meter illumination selector knob One flash of the indicator light will con firms t...

Page 31: ...stall and tighten the screw 1 7 Make sure the door locks can be oper ated with the transmitter NOTE Normal battery life is approximately 2 years but varies depending on usage It is advisable to get battery replaced from Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop 53M 04 015 EXAMPLE CAUTION Do not remove the screw from the key unnecessarily as it damages the screw head Kindly replace the screw once the trans...

Page 32: ...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 Car Locator is not working 1 Battery of the transmitter is weak 2 Strong RF interference e g Radio Towers High Voltage Transmission line near by 1 Check the battery 2 Drive the vehicle away from the particu lar spo...

Page 33: ...Controls if equipped The electric windows can only be operated when the ignition switch is in the ON position 53M 04 017 The center console has a switch 1 to operate the driver s window and a switch 2 to operate the front passenger s win dow 81A009 To open a window push the top part of the switch and to close the window lift up the top part of the switch EXAMPLE EXAMPLE EXAMPLE ...

Page 34: ...n if only for a short time Also do not leave children alone in a parked vehicle Unattended children could use the electric window switches and get trapped by the window WARNING Failure to observe following point may result in loss of vehicle control and cause an accident leading to death or serious injury always follow below points while driving Do not adjust the mirrors while driving Always unfol...

Page 35: ...is securely latched EXAMPLE WARNING Never attempt to adjust the driver s seat or seatback while driving The seat or seatback could move unex pectedly causing loss of control Make sure that the driver s seat and seatback are properly adjusted before you start driving WARNING To avoid excessive seat belt slack which reduces the effectiveness of the seat belts as a safety device make sure that the se...

Page 36: ... and backward Rear Seats Folding Rear Seat The rear seat of your vehicle can be folded forward to provide additional cargo space To fold the rear seat forward 53MH0211 1 Hook the webbing of the outboard lap shoulder belts in the belt hangers WARNING All seatbacks should always be in an upright position when driving or seat belt effectiveness may be reduced Seat belts are designed to offer maxi mum...

Page 37: ... the seatback from being locked securely EXAMPLE WARNING If you need to carry cargo in the pas senger compartment with the rear seat back folded forward be sure to secure the cargo or it may be thrown about causing injury Never pile cargo higher than the seatback WARNING When returning the rear seatback to the normal position make sure that there is nothing around the striker Any foreign materials...

Page 38: ...se it for any other purpose Incorrect use of it may cause dam age to the inside of the lock and prevent the seatback from being locked securely EXAMPLE WARNING Wear Your Seat Belts at All Times An air bag supplements or adds to the frontal crash protection offered by seat belts The driver and all passengers must be properly restrained by wearing seat belts at all times even if driving for a very s...

Page 39: ...ld never be worn with the straps twisted and should be adjusted as tightly as is com fortable to provide the protection for which they have been designed A slack belt will provide less pro tection than one which is snug Check that seat belt latch plate tongue is inserted into the proper buckle especially in the rear seats It is not possible to insert into the wrong buckles in the rear seats Contin...

Page 40: ...n age 12 and under should ride properly restrained in the rear seat Infants and small children should never be transported unless they are properly restrained Restraint systems for infants and small chil dren can be purchased locally and should be used Make sure that the system you purchase meets appli cable safety standards Read and follow all the directions provided by the manufacturer Continued...

Page 41: ...to the seat belt across your body and press it straight into the buckle until you hear a click 60A039 To unfasten the seat belt push the red PRESS button on the buckle and retract the belt slowly while attaching a hand to the belt or and the latch plate NOTE If the seat belt cannot be pulled from its fully retracted position firmly pull the belt and release it the smoothly pull the belt out of the...

Page 42: ...should then be refitted into the buckle and the belt tight ened as previously described To unfasten the belt press the release but ton on the buckle catch 80JS031 NOTE The word CENTER is marked on the buckle and latch plate for the rear center belt The buckles are designed so a latch plate cannot be inserted into the wrong buckle Driver s Seat Belt Warning Light Front Passenger s Seat Belt Warn in...

Page 43: ...s turned off Front passenger s seat belt reminder If there is a person sitting in the front pas senger seat and the front passenger seat belt is unbuckled when the ignition switch is turned to ON position the front pas senger s seat belt reminder will activate 69RH203 2 The sensor of the front passenger s seat belt reminder The seat belt reminder sensor 2 detects whether a person is sitting in the...

Page 44: ... passenger s seat belt reminder located in the seat cushion can be damaged Immediately wipe it dry with a soft cloth when spilled When sitting on the front passen ger s seat it is very important that the passenger sits upright leaning against the seat backrest and cen tered on the seat cushion in order for the seatbelt reminder system to function effectively An occupant sitting improperly slouches...

Page 45: ...traint systems are avail able make sure that the restraint system you select meets applicable safety stan dards All child restraint systems are designed to be secured on vehicle seats by either seat belts the lap portion of lap shoulder belts or by special rigid lower anchor bars built into the seat NOTE Observe any statutory regulation about child restraints 61M0241 EXAMPLE EXAMPLE EXAMPLE EXAMPL...

Page 46: ...ard so that the child s feet do not touch the front seatback This will help avoid injury to the child in the event of an accident EXAMPLE EXAMPLE WARNING Children could be endangered in a crash if their child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle When installing a child restraint sys tem be sure to follow the instruc tions below Be sure to secure the child in the restraint system acco...

Page 47: ...serted in the above table U Suitable for universal category restraints approved for use in this mass group X Seat position not suitable for children in this mass group N 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 Passenger Rear Outboard Rear Centre In...

Page 48: ...oes not blink or come on when the ignition switch is first turned to the ON position or the AIR BAG light stays on or comes on while driving the air bag system may not work properly Have the air bag system inspected by a Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop as soon as possible Front Air Bag 53M 04 051 Driver s front air bag 53M 04 052 WARNING This section of the owner s manual describes the protectio...

Page 49: ...e air bags 61M0241 Please refer to the Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems section in this section for details on securing your child Conditions of front air bags deployment inflation 80J097 Frontal collision with a fixed wall that does not move or deform at more than about 25 km h 80J098E Strong impact equivalent to frontal crash such as above at left and right angles of about 30 degrees 1 or ...

Page 50: ...ving being like animals was easy to be deformed or moved or the collided portion of your vehi cle was easy to be deformed Also front air bags may not inflate in many cases when the crash angle is greater than about 30 degrees at left and right angles from the front of your vehicle Also in certain collisions at low speed the air bags may not inflate 80J102 Frontal collision to a stopped vehicle at ...

Page 51: ... frontal collisions since they would offer no protection in those types of acci dents Remember since an air bag deploys only one time during an accident seat belts are needed to restrain occu pants from further movements during the accident Therefore an air bag is NOT a substitute for seat belts To maximize your protection ALWAYS WEAR YOUR SEAT BELTS Be aware that no system can prevent all pos sib...

Page 52: ...may not even realize that it has acti vated The air bag will neither hinder your view nor make it harder to exit the vehicle Air bags must inflate quickly and forcefully in order to reduce the chance of serious or fatal injuries However an unavoidable consequence of the quick inflation is that the air bag may irritate bare skin such as the facial area Also upon inflation a loud noise will occur an...

Page 53: ... controller could be damaged If it does have the air bag system inspected by the Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop as soon as possible Special procedures are required for servic ing or replacing an air bag For that rea son only a Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop should be allowed to service or replace your air bags Please remind any one who services your MARUTI SUZUKI that it has air bag Service ...

Page 54: ...2 31 BEFORE DRIVING 53MH0 74E Scrapping a vehicle that has an uninflated air bag can be hazardous Ask your dealer body repair shop or scrap yard for help with disposal ...

Page 55: ...ter 2 information display 3 Odometer Trip meter Meter illumina tion selector knob 4 Fuel gauge 5 Warning and indicator lights 6 Tachometer if equipped Type A without Tachometer 53MM02007 Type B with Tachometer 53MM02008 1 2 4 3 5 5 EXAMPLE 1 6 5 2 4 3 5 EXAMPLE ...

Page 56: ... something wrong with the vehicle s brake system If this happens you should 1 Pull off the road and stop carefully 2 Test the brakes by carefully starting and stopping at the side of the road If you determine that it is safe drive carefully at low speed to the nearest dealer for repairs or Have the vehicle towed to the nearest dealer for repairs NOTE Because the disc brake system is self adjusting...

Page 57: ...system is normal If the warn ing light still stays on something is wrong with the system If this light and the brake system warning light stay on or come on simultaneously when driving there may be something wrong with both the rear brake force con trol function and anti lock function of the ABS system If one of these happens have the system inspected by a Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop If the ...

Page 58: ... the auto matic transaxle system Ask your Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop to have the system inspected NOTE If the Auto Gear Shift system temperature becomes too high this light will blink Stop the vehicle in a safe place and let the sys tem cool down Electric Power Steering Light if equipped 53M 04 077 This light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and goes out when t...

Page 59: ...tery charging system If the light comes on when the engine is running the charging system should be inspected immediately by your Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop High Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light 53M 04 080 When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position this light comes on briefly so you can check that the light is working If this light blinks while driving it means the engine...

Page 60: ...pshift Indicator This symbol indicates that lower gear posi tion is selected for vehicle s current speed and or engine revolution Changing to higher gear position is recommended Stay Indicator This symbol indicates that current gear position is optimal for vehicle s current speed and or engine revolution No gear shifting is required NOTE While driving in optimal gear position the upshift downshift...

Page 61: ...d on Front Fog Light Switch if equipped 53M 04 086 The front fog light comes on when front fog light operates Depress Brake Pedal Indicator if equipped 76MH0A047 Refer to Auto Gear Shift in the OPERAT ING YOUR VEHICLE section for details Speedometer Type A 53M 04 088 Type B 53M 04 089 The speedometer indicates vehicle speed in km h EXAMPLE EXAMPLE ...

Page 62: ...ype 2 53M 04 092 Auto Gear Shift 53M 04 093 When the ignition switch is in the ON position this gauge gives an approximate indication of the amount of fuel in the fuel tank F stands for full and E stands for empty The mark 1 indicates that the fuel filler door is located on the left side of the vehi cle When the fuel meter indicator shows only one segment to E refill the tank as soon as possible N...

Page 63: ...y while the minute display is flashing Release the indicator selector and meter illumination control knob 3 for 5 sec onds to set the minute display The hour display flash after the minute display is set Push the indicator selector and meter illumination control knob 3 to advance the hour display Release the indicator selector and meter illumination control knob 3 for 5 seconds to set the hour dis...

Page 64: ...pes of indication odometer A trip meter A B trip meter B C clock D and indication of illumination intensity E Push the MODE knob 3 quickly to switch the indication among the five When the indi cation shows E you can control the meter illumination intensity Refer to Meter illumination control section below for details on how to dim or brighten the meter illumination 53M 04 102 To reset the trip met...

Page 65: ... brightest condition after it reaches the dimmest NOTE When you reconnect the negative ter minal to the battery the brightness of the instrument panel lights will be reinitialized Readjust the brightness according to your preference Lighting Control Lever 53M 04 104 Lighting Operation Type 1 53M 04 105 Type 2 53M 04 106 To turn the lights on or off twist the knob on the end of the lever There are ...

Page 66: ...ams main beams as a passing signal pull the lever slightly toward you and release it when you have completed the signal Headlight Leveling Switch 53MM02017 Level the headlight beam according to the load condition of your vehicle by turning this switch The chart below shows the appropriate switch position for different vehicle load conditions For petrol model For CNG model EXAMPLE EXAMPLE EXAMPLE V...

Page 67: ...ill cancel and the lever will return to its normal position Type 2 53M 04 112 Lane change signal Type 1 53M 04 113 Type 2 53M 04 114 Sometimes such as when changing lanes the steering wheel is not turned far enough to cancel the turn signal For convenience you can flash the turn signal by moving the lever part way and holding it there The lever will return to its normal position when you release i...

Page 68: ...ition switch is in the ON position you can use the wiper washer lever or switch if equipped Windshield Wipers 53MH0228 To turn the windshield wipers on move the lever down to one of the three operating positions In the INT position if equipped the wipers operate intermit tently The INT position if equipped is very convenient for driving in mist or light rain In the LO position the wipers oper ate ...

Page 69: ...on the windshield and can also damage your vehicle s paint EXAMPLE NOTICE To help prevent damage to the wind shield wiper and washer system components you should take the fol lowing precautions Do not continue to hold in the lever when there is no windshield washer fluid being sprayed or the washer motor can be damaged Do not attempt to remove dirt from a dry windshield with the wipers or you can ...

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Page 71: ...ERATING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust Gas Warning 3 1 Daily Inspection Checklist 3 2 Engine Oil Consumption 3 3 Ignition Switch 3 3 Parking Brake Lever 3 5 Pedal 3 6 Starting the Engine 3 7 Using the Transaxle 3 8 Parking Sensors 3 17 Braking 3 21 ...

Page 72: ...ehicle is a possibility when the engine is running If it is necessary to sit for a short time in a parked vehicle with the engine running make sure the air intake selector is set to FRESH AIR and the fan is at high speed Avoid operating the vehicle with the tailgate or trunk open If it is necessary to operate the vehicle with the tailgate or trunk open make sure all windows are closed and the blow...

Page 73: ... 11 Check all gauges 12 Make sure that the BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING light turns off when the park ing brake is released Once a week or each time you fill your fuel tank or before a long distance driving like highway driving perform the following under hood checks 1 Engine oil level 2 Coolant level 3 Brake fluid level 4 Windshield washer fluid level 5 Battery solution level 6 Hood latch operation Pull ...

Page 74: ...s driving Oil consumption Max 1 0 L per 1000 km When judging the amount of oil consump tion note that the oil may become diluted and make it difficult to accurately judge the true oil level As an example if a vehicle is used for repeated short trips and consumes a nor mal amount of oil the dipstick may not show any drop in the oil level at all even after 1000 km or more of driving This is because ...

Page 75: ...e on START This is the position for starting the engine using the starter motor The key should be released from this position as soon as the engine starts Ignition key reminder if equipped A buzzer sounds intermittently to remind you to remove the ignition key if it is in the ignition switch when the driver s door is opened 81A297S EXAMPLE Turn to LOCK Push EXAMPLE WARNING Never remove the ignitio...

Page 76: ...ter several attempts check the fuel and igni tion systems or consult your Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop Do not leave the ignition switch in the ON position if the engine is not running as the battery will dis charge 2 3 1 EXAMPLE WARNING Never drive your vehicle with the parking brake on rear brake effec tiveness can be reduced from over heating brake life may be shortened or permanent brake d...

Page 77: ...le vehicle is in D Drive mode and about to move This is a normal phenomenon WARNING When parking the vehicle in extremely cold weather the following procedure should be used 1 Set the parking brake 2 Manual transmission Turn off the engine then shift into reverse or first gear with ignition key ON position Auto Gear Shift Shift into reverse or first gear and check the gear position indicator in th...

Page 78: ...holding the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor while cranking This should clear the engine if it is flooded WARNING If brake squeal is excessive and occurs each time the brakes are applied you should have the brakes checked by your Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop WARNING Do not ride the brakes by applying them continuously or resting your foot on the brake pedal This will result in overh...

Page 79: ... once 3 Again depress the clutch pedal and shift from N to R Downshifting km h mph 2nd to 1st 35 22 3rd to 2nd 65 40 4th to 3rd 100 62 5th to 4th OK at all Downshifting km h mph 2nd to 1st 35 22 3rd to 2nd 80 50 4th to 3rd 120 75 5th to 4th OK at all NOTICE When downshifting to a lower gear make sure not to downshift at a speed faster than the maximum allowable speeds or severe engine damage may r...

Page 80: ...not be started unless the gearshift lever is in the N position and the brake pedal is depressed 76MH0A056 Clutch operation You can select either the Drive D mode or the Manual M mode Since this vehicle controls clutch operation electronically in either mode you do not need to operate the clutch Creeping function This vehicle has a creeping function that helps the vehicle to start smoothly by engag...

Page 81: ...ulse sound will sound if any of the following cases occur 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 and shift the gearshift lever to N position then shift to D again 3 Release the parking brake and brake pedal 4 Depress the accelerator pedal slowly NOTICE A buzzer w...

Page 82: ...the Manual M mode Manual M mode The gears are not shifted automatically To shift the transaxle the driver must operate the gearshift lever to the or direc tion As for conventional manual transaxle vehicles releasing the accelerator pedal a little may help the transaxle to shift smoothly NOTICE Do not operate the system as described below The life cycle of the clutch may be reduced Using the accele...

Page 83: ...n the gear position indicator The gear position indica tor shows the transaxle gear position Before starting off always check the gear position indicator to make sure that the transaxle is engaged in 1st or reverse then depress the accelerator pedal NOTE To downshift smoothly the engine runs fast in some cases This is done inten tionally by the system and is not a mal function When driving down a ...

Page 84: ...fting downshifting or braking on a slippery surface Sudden acceleration or engine braking could cause the vehicle to spin or skid To drive down a long or steep hill reduce your speed and downshift Remember if you ride the brakes excessively they may overheat and fail While driving the vehicle do not shift the gearshift lever to N posi tion The engine brake may not work and you may get involved in ...

Page 85: ...h the engine run ning These operations prevent the vehicle from starting due to unin tended activation of the creeping function NOTICE Do not operate the system as described below The life cycle of the clutch 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 perform this operation for a certain period...

Page 86: ... below about 3 km h the gear will be shifted to reverse Make sure that the vehicle has stopped completely before shifting to the R position Stopping The vehicle can be stopped by depressing the brake pedal regardless of the gear position This is because the clutch is auto matically disengaged to prevent the engine from stopping If the gearshift lever is in the D position the gear will be downshift...

Page 87: ...en turn the ignition switch off to stop the engine Release the brake pedal after a few seconds NOTICE On a slope never hold the vehicle at a stop using only the accelerator pedal or the creeping function If you perform this operation for a certain period of time a warning buzzer will sound and in some cases the engine will stall This can also cause excessive damage to the clutch If the gearshift l...

Page 88: ...ion then shift to D or M position again a few sec onds later R indicator blinking When the gear indicator lamp blinks R you should depress the brake pedal and shift the gearshift lever to N position then shift to R position again a few seconds later Parking sensors The parking sensor system uses ultra sonic sensors to detect obstacles near the rear bumper If obstacles are sensed while you are park...

Page 89: ... particu lar care The sensors can detect obstacles only within a limited area and only when the vehicle is moving within a limited speed range So in tricky areas you must move the vehicle slowly while checking around it using your direct vision or rearview mirrors There is increased risk of an accident if you control the vehi cle relying only on the parking sen sor NOTICE Parking sensors are only ...

Page 90: ...ensor areas Otherwise the sensors may be damaged If the bumper hits a hard object the sensors on it may not work prop erly If this occurs have the sen sors inspected by a Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop 1 EXAMPLE Working sensors The sensors work depending on the gearshift lever position as follows Gearshift lever position Manual transmission Auto Gear Shift R N 1st 5th R N D M Rear sensors On Of...

Page 91: ...r s sensing area Items such as tow hooks com mercially available corner poles radio antenna etc are installed on the bumper The height of the bumper is changed due to alteration to the suspension or other causes The sensor areas are extremely hot from direct sunlight or cold due to freezing weather The vehicle is on a rough sur face slope gravel road or grass field The vehicle is at a steep angle ...

Page 92: ...raking distance needed at 30 km h 19 mph Start to brake the vehicle when there is plenty of distance between your vehicle and the stopping point and slow down gradually Power Assisted Brakes Your vehicle has power assisted brakes If power assistance is lost due to a stalled engine or other failures the system is still fully operational on reserve power and you can bring the vehicle to a complete s...

Page 93: ...led properly You may hear an operation sound when you start the engine or after the vehicle begins to move This means that the above systems are in the self check mode This sound does not indicate a malfunction 63J081 1 ABS warning light 2 Brake system warning light WARNING Even without reserve power in the brake system you can still stop the vehicle by pressing the brake pedal harder than normall...

Page 94: ... immediately If the ABS system becomes inoperative the brake system will function as an ordinary brake system that has no ABS If the ABS warning light 1 and the Brake system warning light 2 on the instrument panel simultane ously stays on or comes on when driving both anti lock function and rear brake force control function proportioning valve function of the ABS system may have failed If so the r...

Page 95: ...atalytic Converter 4 1 Improving Fuel Economy 4 2 Highway Driving 4 3 Driving on Hills 4 3 Driving on Slippery Roads 4 4 Driving on Wet Roads 4 5 Off road Driving 4 6 When Encountering a Flooded Area 4 6 Do s and Dont s for Safe Driving 4 7 Margin for Safety 4 9 ...

Page 96: ...hould be properly restrained at all times using the seat belts provided Refer to the Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems section for instructions on proper use of the seat belts Never drive while under the influ ence of alcohol or other drugs Alcohol and drugs can seriously impair your ability to drive safely greatly increasing the risk of injury to yourself and others You should also avoid dri...

Page 97: ...ting again uses more fuel Keep a steady cruising speed Keep as constant a speed as road and traffic conditions will permit NOTICE To avoid damaging catalyst or other vehicle damage Maintain the engine in the proper operating condition In the event of an engine malfunc tion particularly one involving engine misfiring or other apparent loss of performance have the vehi cle serviced promptly Do not t...

Page 98: ...or the extra stopping dis tance On rainy days hydroplaning can occur Hydroplaning is the loss of direct contact between the road surface and the vehi cle s tires due to a water film forming between them Steering or braking the vehicle while hydroplaning can be very difficult and loss of control can occur Keep speed down when the road sur face is wet At high speeds the vehicle may be affected by si...

Page 99: ...ke sure that the chains you use are the correct size for your vehicle s tires Also make sure that there is enough clear ance between the fenders and the chains as installed on the tires Install the chains on the front tires tightly according to the chain manufacturer s instructions Retighten the chains after driving about 1 0 km 1 2 mile if neces sary With the chains installed drive slowly WARNING...

Page 100: ...vehicle for more than a few minutes Pro longed rocking can cause engine overheating or transaxle damage CAUTION When driving on wet roads avoid driving through large amount of standing water on the road Large amount of water entering the engine compartment may cause damage to the engine and or elec trical components If stuck in deep water do not start till water level drops Water is incompressible...

Page 101: ...hicle in a safe place while checking the brake effectiveness Then ask a Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop to check the following inspection items Function of brake Function of electrical components Changes of oil level and quality for engine transmission and differential In case that the oil is turbid whitely water has been mixed in the oil and an oil change is required Lubricant condition of the ...

Page 102: ... follow other vehicles at a safe distance in order to prevent a rear end collision in case the vehicle ahead makes a sudden stop 72F08008 3 Turn ON the turn signal at least 30 meters before making a turn or chang ing the lane so as not to be hit 4 Before entering a corner decelerate to a safe speed Don t apply brakes during cornering or skidding may occur 5 When overtaking other vehicles watch out...

Page 103: ... brake 3 Bring the vehicle to a halt 3 When driving downhill try not to apply the brake but use the engine brake effectively Overuse of the foot brake may result in reduction of brake effec tiveness Long distance driving 1 Be sure to perform safety checks before starting a trip 2 Take rest at certain intervals to prevent an accident which may occur due to feeling sleepy or tired Night time driving...

Page 104: ...ivers 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 Conclusion A perfect driver does not exist The endeavour of every motorist should...

Page 105: ... Hood 5 6 Sun Visor 5 7 Interior Light Switch 5 8 Accessory Socket if equipped 5 8 AUX USB socket if equipped 5 9 Assist Grips if equipped 5 9 Glove Box 5 10 Cup Holder and Storage Area 5 10 Floor Mats 5 10 Shopping Hook if equipped 5 11 Luggage Compartment Cover if equipped 5 11 Frame Hooks 5 12 Front Speaker Provision 5 12 Audio System if equipped 5 13 ...

Page 106: ...t 5 Front floor outlet 5 5 2 3 2 4 4 3 1 1 EXAMPLE Side outlet 53M 07 003 When Open air comes out regardless of the air flow selector position Description of Controls 53M 07 005 Temperature selector 1 This is used to select the temperature by turning the selector Blower speed selector 2 This is used to turn on the blower and to select blower speed by turning the selec tor EXAMPLE 1 4 3 2 5 ...

Page 107: ...rom the floor outlets and the air from the center and side outlets will be the same temperature HEAT c 53M 07 0012 Temperature controlled air comes out of the floor outlets and the side outlets also comes out of the windshield defroster out lets and also comes slightly out of the side defroster outlets HEAT DEFROST d 53M 07 014 Temperature controlled air comes out of the floor outlets the windshie...

Page 108: ... the windshield and or the side windows quickly set the air flow selector 4 to HEAT DEFROST or DEFROST and air intake selector 3 to FRESH AIR These positioning will clear the fogged windshield and or the side win dows faster than the RECIRCULATED AIR Air conditioning switch 5 if equipped To turn on the air conditioning system set the blower speed selector to a position other than OFF and push in t...

Page 109: ...ther FRESH AIR or RECIRCULATED AIR as you desire Choosing RECIRCU LATED AIR increases cooling efficiency Quick cooling using recirculated air The control settings are the same as for normal cooling except you select RECIR CULATED AIR and the highest blower speed NOTE To turn on the air conditioning system push in the A C switch and set the blower speed selector to a position other than OFF With th...

Page 110: ...air conditioner it needs to be run periodically Operate the air conditioner at least once a month for one minute with the engine idling This circulates the refrigerant and oil and helps protect the internal components NOTE Your vehicle uses the air conditioning refrigerant HFC 134a commonly called R 134a R 134a replaced R 12 around 1993 for automotive applications Other refrigerants are available ...

Page 111: ...to hold fuel filler cap while refueling To reinstall the fuel filler cap 1 Turn the cap clockwise until you hear several clicks 2 Close the fuel filler door Engine Hood 53MH0515 EXAMPLE Open Close EXAMPLE CAUTION Remove the fuel filler cap slowly The fuel may be under pressure and may spray out causing injury 1 EXAMPLE WARNING Fuel is extremely flammable Do not smoke when refueling and make sure t...

Page 112: ...rop rod from the hole Put the prop rod back to the holding clip 2 Lower the hood close to the bumper then let it drop down Make sure the hood is securely latched after closing Sun Visor 79J161 The sun visors can be pulled down to block glare coming through the windshield or they can be unhooked and turned to the side to block glare coming through the side window EXAMPLE EXAMPLE WARNING Make sure t...

Page 113: ... in the light ing operation of the interior light depends on the vehicle specification If there is a switch rubber projection at the door opening as shown the door is involved in the lighting operation The tailgate is also involved in this operation even without the rubber projection Accessory Socket if equipped Manual Transaxle 53M 07 033 Auto Gear Shift 53M 07 034 The accessory socket will work ...

Page 114: ...ist grips are provided for convenience NOTICE Use of inappropriate electrical acces sories can cause damage to your vehicle s electrical system Make sure that any electrical accessories you use are designed to plug into this type of socket 12V 120W USB AUX EXAMPLE NOTICE Always close the cap when not in use since entry of foreign material dust water conductive liquids may damage the audio system o...

Page 115: ... could cause injury if an acci dent occurs EXAMPLE WARNING Failure to take the precautions listed below could cause personal injury or vehicle damage Be careful when you are using the cup holders to hold a cup contain ing hot liquid Spilling out hot liq uid can cause burn injury Continued EXAMPLE 1 2 WARNING Continued Do not use the cup holders to hold sharp edged hard or breakable objects Objects...

Page 116: ...r heavy items 53M 07 039 Luggage Compartment Cover if equipped 53M 07 040 Luggage or other cargo placed in the lug gage compartment is hidden from view by a luggage compartment cover WARNING Failure to take the following precau tions may result in the driver s side floor mat interfering with the pedals and causing a loss of vehicle control or an accident Make sure that the floor mat grom met s is ...

Page 117: ...ped ALTO 53M 07 045 ALTO K10 53M 07 046 Space for fitment of front speaker is pro vided on the front doors 1 EXAMPLE 2 EXAMPLE WARNING Do not use the frame hooks to tow another vehicle or to have your vehi cle towed on the road or highway The hooks 1 is designed for use in emergency situations only such as if your vehicle or another vehicle gets stuck in deep mud or snow The hook 2 is provided for...

Page 118: ...ND EQUIPMENT 53MH0 74E Audio system if equipped ALTO 69RM05009 NOTE For vehicle equipped with SMARTPLAY STUDIO INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM refer to audio manual available with the vehicle MENU TUNE FLD VOL PWR AUX MODE DISP EXAMPLE ...

Page 119: ...h as a wire less LAN and other wireless communica tion radios You should stop using this unit whenever you are notified that your unit disturbs other wireless communication immediately WARNING If you pay too much attention to operating the audio system or view ing the audio system display while driving an accident can occur If you set the sound volume too loud it could prevent you from being aware...

Page 120: ...PWR knob 1 for about 2 sec onds Adjusting the volume Turn VOL PWR knob 1 Turning it clockwise increases the vol ume Turning it counterclockwise decreases the volume Mute Press VOL PWR knob 1 to mute the sound To cancel mute press any button NOTE For the purpose of safe driving adjust the audio volume to a level that allows you to hear sounds outside of the vehicle includ ing car horns and particul...

Page 121: ... determine the selection mark appears at both left and right ends of the currently selected equalizer Adjusting bass treble balance fader 1 Turn TUNE FLD knob 6 to select Bass Treble Balance or Fader and press the knob 6 to determine the selection 2 Turn TUNE FLD knob 6 to adjust the sound and press the knob 6 to deter mine the selection Bass Treble Can be adjusted in levels 6 to 0 to 6 Turn TUNE ...

Page 122: ... follows and press the knob 6 to determine the selection Beep on off Beep sound is activated when error mes sage is displayed or during operations of few button Beep setting can be turned on or off through the following steps 1 Turn TUNE FLD knob 6 to select Beep 2 Press TUNE FLD knob 6 to select ON or OFF Security setting Refer to Anti theft feature later in this section Initialize setting You ca...

Page 123: ...y when RDS signal is included in FM radio waves The messages are displayed program service name only Smartphone app setting Refer to section 5 49 for details about smartphone application Smartphone app can be used only when app setting is enable as ON Refer to Suzuki Smartplay Dock applica tion later in this section for details 1 Turn TUNE FLD knob 6 to select SmartPhone APP 2 Press TUNE FLD knob ...

Page 124: ... Frequency B Band C Auto store mode indication D RDS data NOTE Radio Reception Radio reception can be affected by envi ronment atmospheric conditions or radio signal s power and distance from the sta tion Nearby mountains and buildings may inter fere or deflect radio reception causing poor reception Poor reception or radio static can also be caused by electric cur rent from overhead wires or high ...

Page 125: ...the preset chan nel list press TUNE FLD knob 4 to change the display to the preset chan nel list Turn TUNE FLD knob 4 to select one of the channels and press the knob 4 to determine the selection NOTE 12 stations can be stored for FM and 6 stations can be stored for AM In case a station is stored over an existing preset station previous data will be overid den Auto store 1 Press and hold TUNE FLD ...

Page 126: ...n 5 MENU button 6 TUNE FLD knob A Track number B Play time C Current Active track information if supported by audio device D Repeat Random status Indication NOTICE Do not connect any USB device other than a USB memory or a USB audio player Do not connect multiple USB devices to the USB connector using a USB hub etc Supplying power to multiple USB devices from the con nector could cause overheating...

Page 127: ...ss and hold DOWN button 2 to fast rewind the track Releasing the button can stop the fast forwarding rewinding Repeat playback 1 Press and hold MENU button 5 to change the display 2 Turn TUNE FLD knob 6 to select Repeat 3 Press and rotate TUNE FLD knob 6 to select one of the settings as below and then press TUNE FLD knob 6 to determine selection FILE The track currently being played will be played...

Page 128: ...recognized as audio systems for playing music and USB READ ERROR mes sage may be displayed USB device connection When connecting a USB device make sure that the connector is pushed all the way into the port present on audio sys tem Depending on the USB flash drive that you are using non brand product USB flash drive that has been externally dam aged it may disable connection or cause unstable oper...

Page 129: ...Ver 7 Ver 8 Ver 9 Standard compliant Bit rate 32 up to 320 kbps VBR up to 384 kbps MAX Sampling frequency 32 44 1 48 kHz WMA tag Ver 8 0 Channel 2 Channels AAC Bit rate 16 up to 320 kbps VBR up to 320 kbps MAX Sampling frequency 32 44 1 48 kHz AAC tag iTunes m4a metadata Maximum number of files folders Maximum number of files 2500 Maximum number of files in a folder 255 Maximum number of folders 2...

Page 130: ...tion if supported by audio device Selecting an iPod mode 1 Press and hold MODE button 3 to change the display 2 Turn TUNE FLD knob 6 to select iPod and press the knob 6 to deter mine the selection NOTE You can also switch the display in sequence by short pressing the MODE button 3 Selecting a track Press UP button 1 to listen to the next track Press DOWN button 2 twice to listen to the previous tr...

Page 131: ...ect Random 3 Press TUNE FLD knob 6 to select one of the settings as follows SONG The tracks in the iPod will be played in random order NOTE Settings may be displayed depending on the model of iPod Display change Press DISP BACK button 4 Each time the button is pressed display will change as follows NOTE NO TITLE will be displayed when there is no text information in the file currently being played...

Page 132: ...ned to con nect specifically to the Apple product s identified in the badge and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards Please note that the use of this acces sory with an Apple product may affect wireless performance Apple iPod touch iPod nano iPhone and...

Page 133: ... to auxiliary audio sources sold separately through the unit follow the instruction below 1 Connect the auxiliary audio source to the AUX socket 1 with an AUX cable 2 Press and hold MODE button 2 to change the display 3 Turn TUNE FLD knob 3 to select AUX and press the knob 3 to deter mine the selection NOTE You can also switch the display in sequence by short pressing the MODE button 2 EXAMPLE ...

Page 134: ...ontrols of the auxiliary audio source can be adjusted on the unit In AUX mode the volume which is set is different from another mode CAUTION Before connection mute the unit and also keep the volume of the auxiliary audio source within a range that will not cause distortion When the audio source is turned off noise may be emitted Be sure to turn off the unit or switch to another mode before turning...

Page 135: ...m Up to 5 Bluetooth devices can be registered NOTE Certain functions cannot be used depending on the Bluetooth device Refer to the instruction manual of your Bluetooth device regarding the opera tion method of Bluetooth If the pairing cannot be established the connection operation is canceled For the Bluetooth device pairing method refer to the instruction manual of your Bluetooth device or try pa...

Page 136: ...urn TUNE FLD knob 5 to select one of the registered mobile phones and press the knob 5 to determine the selection NOTE mark appears at the left end of the currently connected mobile phone 6 Turn TUNE FLD knob 5 to select one of the settings as follows and press the knob 5 to determine the selection Connect Connect a registered mobile phone Disconnect Disconnect a registered mobile phone Delete Del...

Page 137: ...MENU button 3 Setup menu will be displayed 2 Turn TUNE FLD knob 5 to select Bluetooth Settings and press the knob 5 to determine the selection 3 Turn TUNE FLD knob 5 to select Initial Settings and press the knob 5 to determine the selection 4 Turn TUNE FLD knob 5 to select BT Power 5 Press TUNE FLD knob 5 to select ON or OFF NOTE When BT Power is set to OFF the audio system disconnects from the re...

Page 138: ... of the National Telecommunications Commission Stop using this unit and a Bluetooth ready device whenever requested This unit shares the communication fre quency with other private or public wire less communication equipment such as a wireless LAN and other wireless com munication radios You should stop using this unit immedi ately whenever you are notified that your unit disturbs other wireless c...

Page 139: ...s your voice may not be heard clearly by the person on the other line When driving on unpaved roads If there is loud traffic noise When driving at high speeds When driving with the window open If the air conditioner is blowing directly towards the microphone When the sound of the air conditioner fan is loud NOTICE Do not leave your mobile phone inside your vehicle If the tempera ture inside the ve...

Page 140: ...the oldest one first and the latest call history information is displayed in descend ing order Up to 6 phone numbers can be saved to the speed dial list When attempts to establish the pairing fail within 60 seconds the connecting operation will be canceled Try to estab lish the pairing again or refer to the man ual of the phone in use for how to establish the pairing with the phone Answer the phon...

Page 141: ...D knob 7 to select Talk volume or Ring volume and press the knob 7 to determine the selection 5 Turn TUNE FLD knob 7 to adjust the volume and press the knob 7 to determine the selection Make a call Press the OFF HOOK button 2 to enter the telephone mode Use the phonebook 1 Turn TUNE FLD knob 7 to select Contacts and press the knob 7 to determine the selection 2 Turn TUNE FLD knob 7 to select the d...

Page 142: ...7 to determine the selection 5 Turn TUNE FLD knob 7 to select Delete Call Log and press the knob 7 to determine the selection 6 Turn TUNE FLD knob 7 to select YES and press the knob 7 to deter mine the selection Registration in speed dial 1 Press MENU button 5 Setup menu will be displayed 2 Turn TUNE FLD knob 7 to select Bluetooth Settings and press the knob 7 to determine the selection 3 Turn TUN...

Page 143: ...fer the phonebook and call history from your device each time after phone is connected Select according to the following steps 1 Press MENU button 5 Setup menu will be displayed 2 Turn TUNE FLD knob 7 to select Bluetooth Settings and press the knob 7 to determine the selection 3 Turn TUNE FLD knob 7 to select Dial and press the knob 7 to deter mine the selection 4 Turn TUNE FLD knob 7 to select Se...

Page 144: ...number B Play time C Text information display NOTE Some functions may not be usable on some Bluetooth devices Selecting Bluetooth audio mode 1 Press and hold MODE button 3 to change the display 2 Turn TUNE FLD knob 6 to select Bluetooth and press the knob 6 to determine the selection NOTE You can also switch the display in sequence by short pressing the MODE button 3 Selecting a group only for sup...

Page 145: ...ne of the settings as below and press TUNE FLD knob 6 again to determine the selection SONG The track currently being played will be played repeatedly NOTE Settings may be displayed depending on the Bluetooth device Random playback if supported by device 1 Press and hold MENU button 5 to change the display 2 Turn TUNE FLD knob 6 to select Random 3 Press and then turn TUNE FLD knob 6 to select one ...

Page 146: ...ing through third party applications is not guaranteed and may have limited sup port Playback display contents connectivity or voice quality etc may get affected depending on circumstances After the ignition switch is turned to ON position the audio system takes few sec onds to detect and connect to the Bluetooth device if already paired Make sure that you are aware of all applicable local laws an...

Page 147: ...162 Setting the anti theft function 1 Press MENU button 2 Setup menu will be displayed 2 Turn TUNE FLD knob 1 to select System Settings and press the knob 1 to determine the selection 3 Turn TUNE FLD knob 1 to select Security and press the knob 1 to determine the selection 4 Turn TUNE FLD knob 1 to select ON and press the knob 1 will be displayed 5 Enter a 4 digit number to be registered as PIN by...

Page 148: ... as when the battery is replaced etc it is required to enter the PIN to make the unit operable again 1 Set the ignition switch to ACC posi tion SECURITY will be displayed 2 Press TUNE FLD knob 1 will be displayed 3 Enter a 4 digit number to be registered as PIN by turning and pressing the TUNE FLD knob 1 4 Press and hold TUNE FLD knob 1 for a while When the same PIN as registered is entered the po...

Page 149: ...on functioning is dependent on mobile data carrier and smartphone hardware OS performance The smartphone manufacturers are responsible for the content and functions of smartphone applications The device merely provides the option to display and operate these applications If many apps are installed your smart phone might work slowly For information on using smartphone applications please read your ...

Page 150: ...r No sound is produced Fuse is blown Contact a Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop Radio Much noise It may not be exactly tuned in to the station Tune it in exactly to the station Unable to receive by auto tun ing There may be no station emitting signals pow erful enough Pick up a station by manual tuning USB Playback does not start when the USB device is connected There is no supported format file ...

Page 151: ... the Bluetooth ready device is off Refer to the manual of the Bluetooth ready device Some devices have the power saving function that automatically activates after a certain time Unable to receive a call Your current location may be out of service area Drive your vehicle to the service area of the phone The voice quality of hands free is low Distortion noise etc Another wireless device may be loca...

Page 152: ...this message will be displayed Remove the USB device or iPod and check the USB device or the iPod ERROR 3 If the USB device or iPod does not operate due to an over current this message will be displayed Remove the USB device or iPod and check the USB device or the iPod HUB NOT SUPPORTED When the USB hub is connected this message will be displayed Disconnect the USB hub UNSUPPORTED When an unsuppor...

Page 153: ...ible solution MEMORY FULL When the maximum limit for number of phonebook data transfer is reached this message will be dis played Delete registered data of unnecessary number in phonebook and try to transfer the register phone numbers in the phonebook again ...

Page 154: ...ce recognition VR button It can be used with a device having a voice recognition function To use the function it is necessary to perform a corresponding setting on your device For operation of the audio system refer to the Smartplay Stu dio Infotainment System manual provided along with it 1 EXAMPLE ...

Page 155: ...5 50 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT 53MH0 74E ALTO K10 53MM05012 EXAMPLE ...

Page 156: ...mark A shown above 53M 07 049 To remove the compact disc from its stor age case press down on the center of the case and lift the disc out holding it care fully by the edges Always handle the compact disc by the edges Never touch the surface 53M 07 050 To remove fingermarks and dust use a soft cloth and wipe in a straight line from the center of the compact disc to the cir cumference If you pay ex...

Page 157: ...d or cracked etc Use of such discs will cause damage or prevent the system from operating prop erly 53M 07 055 Do not expose compact discs to direct sun light or any heat source NOTE Do not use commercially available CD protection sheets or discs equipped with stabilizers etc These may get caught in the internal mechanism and damage the disc It may be impossible to play CD R discs with this unit d...

Page 158: ...5 53 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT 53MH0 74E Basic Operations 53M 07 056 1 VOL PUSH POWER knob 2 SOUND button 3 MUTE button 4 BAND button 5 MODE button EXAMPLE ...

Page 159: ...1 to adjust the sound Beep tone Each time SOUND button 2 is pressed more than 1 second beep tone mode switches as follows Preset EQ Preset EQ calls up various sound types in accordance with the listening music type 1 Press the SOUND button 2 several times until FLAT appears 2 Turn the VOL PUSH POWER knob 2 Each time the knob is turned preset EQ mode will change as follows NOTE Once the set is swit...

Page 160: ...TROLS AND EQUIPMENT 53MH0 74E Listening to Radio 53M 07 059 Display 53M 07 060 1 BAND button 2 Up button 3 Down button 4 Preset buttons 1 to 6 5 AST button A Band B Stereo C preset Channel Number D Frequency EXAMPLE ...

Page 161: ...tations in good reception will automatically be stored to the Preset buttons 4 in order starting from a station whose frequency is the lowest NOTE Auto store can be released by pressing AS button 5 while auto store is under way When the auto store is performed the station previously stored in the memory at the position is over written When there are fewer than 6 stations that can be stored even if...

Page 162: ...y 53MM05011 1 Eject button 2 Insertion slot 3 Media Source Mode button 4 Up button 5 Down button 6 DIPS button 7 RDM button 8 RPT button 9 SCAN button A Track number B Play time NOTE This product does not support 8 cm CD sometimes called as mini single CD 3 inch CD CD3 etc EXAMPLE ...

Page 163: ...nd within few second so of turning ON the ACC the unit starts playback from the position from where it has accepted If you press the EJECT button and leave the disc for roughly 15 seconds the disc is automatically reinserted into the unit to protect the disc In this case the unit doesn t start playback automati cally Selecting a CD mode Press the Media Source Mode button 3 Each time the button is ...

Page 164: ...isc Random playback Track Random Press the RDM button 7 Each time the button is pressed the mode will change as follows 53M 07 067 The random indicator RDM will light The tracks in the loaded disc will be played in random order NOTE To cancel random playback press the RDM button 7 again or eject the disc Repeat playback Track Repeat Press the RPT button 8 Each time the button is pressed the mode w...

Page 165: ...istening to an MP3 WMA AAC Disc 53M 07 070 Display 53 07 071 1 SCAN button 2 RPT button 3 RDM button 4 DISP button 1 to 6 5 FLD button 6 FLD button 7 TRACK DOWN button 8 TRACK UP button A Disc type B Folder number C Track time D Play type EXAMPLE ...

Page 166: ...rst file in each folder stored in the disc is played in sequence NOTE To cancel the scan play press the SCAN button 1 again or switch to another mode or turn the power off or eject the disc Random playback Track random Press the RDM button 5 the random indicator RDM will light The tracks in the loaded disc will be played in random order Folder random Press the RDM button 3 for 1 second or longer T...

Page 167: ... a folder 256 Maximum depth of tree structure 8 Maximum number of folders 255 Root folder is included Playing limitations The number of tracks and folders that can be played on one disc is as follows The total number of folders total tracks 512 However maximum number of folder is 255 Also maximum number of the folder level is 8 The compression bit rate of MP3 files that can be played with the unit...

Page 168: ... before using on the unit When naming an MP3 WMA AAC file make sure to attach the exten sion mp3 wma m4a to the file name Do not attach the extension mp3 wma m4a to files other than MP3 WMA AAC files If a disc with such a file is played it will be mistakenly recognized and it may cause excessive noise to be emitted damaging the speaker The unit may not be able to play certain discs depending on di...

Page 169: ...to files stored in a USB device 53M 07 073 Display 53M 07 074 1 Media Source Mode button 2 SCAN button 3 RPT button 4 RDM button 5 DISP button 6 FLD button 7 FLD button 8 TRACK DOWN button A USB indicator B Folder number C Track number D Play time EXAMPLE ...

Page 170: ...irst track Scan play File Scan Press the SCAN button 2 The first 10 seconds of each file is play in sequence Folder Scan press the SCAN button 2 for 1 second or longer The first 10 seconds of the first file in each folder stored in the USB is played in sequence NOTE To cancel the scan play press the SCAN button 2 again or eject the USB Random playback Track random Press the RDM button 4 the random...

Page 171: ...display will change as follows 53M 07 076 Press the DISP 6 for 1 second or lon ger Each time this button is pressed the dis play switches as follows First 8 character next 8 characters A total of 16 characters can be dis played If the number of character is 8or less dis play doesn t switch If the ID3 tag tag info is not available on the track NO TITLE will be displayed Notes on USB device Compatib...

Page 172: ...mem ory the files may be played in different order from the order that the files were stored During initialization the reading time of USB device may vary depending upon factors such as file structure size and contents other than music files When files recorded contains VBR vari able bit rate during playback fast for ward or reverse operation are done The sound quality of MP3 WMA AAC files general...

Page 173: ...ning to an iPod 53M 07 077 Display 53M 07 078 1 Media Source Mode button 2 RPT button 3 RDM button 4 DISP button 5 iPod MENU button 6 ENTER button 7 Up button 8 Down button A iPod indicator B Track number C Play time number D Title information EXAMPLE ...

Page 174: ... repeat indicator RPT will light The track Repeat is the same behavior as one track repeat of the iPod NOTE To cancel repeat playback press the RPT button 2 again or eject the iPod The unit will always trigger Repeat mode No indication will be displayed on unit in iPod automatically when iPod is con nected when repeat mode is triggered the unit will play all the songs in the category repeatedly Re...

Page 175: ...rivate usage and may not be used without authorities Copyright privacy is against the law Operating may be different for each iPod software version How to connect iPod Connect the iPod cable into USB inser tion slot Caution for connecting iPod When iPod EQ setting is ON sound may be distorted Before or after connecting setting such as shuffle repeat and etc may be changed Remove all equipments hea...

Page 176: ...vice or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod or iPhone may affect wireless performance iPhone iPod iPod classic iPod nano and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries iPod iPhone models Software Version iPhone 5S 7 1 1 iPhone 5C 7 1 1 iPhone 5 7 1 1 iPhone 4S 7 1 1 iPhone 4 7 1 1 iPod touch ...

Page 177: ...rchase for details about whether a given auxil iary audio source can be connected and the proper auxiliary cord to use The volume and tone controls of the auxiliary audio source can be adjusted on the unit CAUTION Before connection set the volume for the unit to 0 When AUX mode is selected and also keep the volume of the auxiliary audio source within a range that will not cause distortion When the...

Page 178: ... Automatic tuning is not possible The broadcast signal is too weak Perform manual setting The radio sensitivity is poor Car antenna is not extended fully or inclining Check the car antenna No sound is coming out from front speaker or rear speaker Adjustment of the front and rear speakers tilts towards either of the side According to Adjusting the audio adjust the FAD level For the 2 speakers adjus...

Page 179: ...panding data damaged file recorded by others may not be supported Check USB memory device if connected properly If it s not connected properly reconnect and select the file which player is able to read and check the data stored in USB memory You must format the USB memory if necessary Operation Error Cannot be controlled by some reason Switch POWER or ACC ON OFF If still not recovered remove the U...

Page 180: ...p ported format SYMPTOM CAUSE REMEDY CHECK 01 A disc is loaded upside down inside the CD deck and does not play An unsupported disc format is being used Eject the disc then reinsert correctly with the printed side upwards Use supported disc format only CHECK 02 A disc is caught inside the CD deck and is not ejected Make sure there is no blockage at the CD slot If problem persists turn off the unit...

Page 181: ...onnect and select the file which player is able to read and check the data stored in USB memory You must format the USB memory if necessary CHECK 05 Over current is detected Use other USB memory device whose current consumption is 1A or below Also check if USB connector area is clean NO DEV The USB device iPod is not connected Connect USB memory device iPod prop erly Also check if USB connector ar...

Page 182: ...VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING 6 53MH0 74E VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Vehicle Loading 6 1 Trailer Towing 6 1 Towing Your Vehicle 6 2 ...

Page 183: ... ratings you must remove enough weight to bring the load down to the rated capacity Trailer Towing Your MARUTI SUZUKI was originally designed to carry people and a normal amount of cargo not to tow a trailer MARUTI SUZUKI does not recommend you use your vehicle to tow a trailer Tow ing a trailer can adversely affect handling durability and fuel economy WARNING Never overload your vehicle The gross...

Page 184: ...ed for recreational tow ing and make sure that towing speed does not exceed 90 km h 55 mph TOWING INSTRUCTION TABLE 53MM06001 A 2WD VEHICLES WITH MANUAL TRANSAXLE OR AUTO GEAR SHIFT 1 Secure the front wheels on a towing dolly according to the instructions pro vided by the dolly manufacturer 2 Release the parking brake 53MM06002 WARNING When you tow your vehicle follow the instructions below to avo...

Page 185: ... N position to make sure that the tran saxle is disengaged If the transaxle cannot be put in neutral turn the key from the OFF to the ON position and move the auto gear shift lever from N to D M or R then back to N again Then turn the key from the ON to the OFF posi tion These procedures may help put the transaxle in neutral If the transaxle still cannot be put in neutral you can not tow the vehic...

Page 186: ...hedule 7 2 Drive Belt 7 10 Engine Oil and Filter 7 10 Engine Coolant 7 13 Air Cleaner 7 15 Spark Plugs 7 15 Gear Oil 7 16 Clutch Pedal 7 17 Fuel Filter 7 17 Brakes 7 18 Steering 7 20 Tires 7 20 Battery 7 22 Fuses 7 24 Bulb Replacement 7 27 Wiper Blades 7 30 Windshield Washer Fluid 7 31 Air Conditioning System 7 32 ...

Page 187: ...eep hands clothing tools and other objects away from the fan and drive belt Even though the fan may not be moving it can automatically turn on without warning Continued WARNING Continued When it is necessary to do service work with the engine running make sure that the parking brake is set fully and the transaxle is in Neutral Do not touch ignition wires or other ignition system parts when start i...

Page 188: ... or Change I Inspect clean adjust lubricate or replace as necessary L Lubricate T Tighten to Specified Torque O Rotate 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 intervals respectively WARNING MARUTI SUZUKI recommends that maintenance on your MARUTI SUZUKI vehicle be performed by Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop ...

Page 189: ... etc I I I I I 9 Positive crankcase ventilation System Hoses Connections and Valve I I I I I IGNITION 1 Ignition wiring Damage Deterioration I I I I 2 Spark plugs Clean and Adjust the gap I R I R I R I R FUEL 1 Air cleaner Paved road Clean every 5 000 km Replace after every 40 000 km Dusty condition Clean every 2 500 km or as required Replace after every 40 000 km More frequent replacement if dust...

Page 190: ...I O 2 Wheels Damage I I I I I I I I I I 3 Front Rear wheel bearings Loose Damage I I I I I I I I I I 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 and Torsion rod Loose Damage I I I I I I I I I 3 Rear spring Damage I 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...

Page 191: ...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 AIR CONDITIONER if equipped 1 Check belt tension I I I I I I I I I I 2 Tighten compressor mounting bolts T T T T T T T T T 3 All hose joints Check Tighten I I I I I I I I I I 4 Check functioning of Recirculating flap I I I I I I I I I I 5 Clean condenser with low pressure ...

Page 192: ...t C Clean R Replace or Change I Inspect clean adjust lubricate or replace as necessary L Lubricate T Tighten to Specified Torque O Rotate 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 intervals respectively ...

Page 193: ...and Valve I I I I I IGNITION 1 Ignition wiring Damage Deterioration I I I I 2 Spark plugs R R FUEL 1 Air cleaner Paved road Clean every 5 000 km Replace after every 40 000 km Dusty condition Clean every 2 500 km or as required Replace after every 40 000 km More frequent replacement if dust condition is severe 2 Fuel tank cap fuel lines and connections Leakage Damage I I I 3 Fuel filter Leakage I I...

Page 194: ...NSION 1 Suspension strut Oil leakage Damage I I I I I I I I I I 2 Suspension arms knuckle support and Torsion rod Loose Damage I I I I I I I I I 3 Rear spring Damage I 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 Tension rods Loose Damage I I I I I I I I I STEERING 1 Steering wheel Play Loose I I I I I...

Page 195: ... 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 bolts T T T T T T T T T 3 Check all hose joints Check Tighten I I I I I I I I I I 4 Check functioning of Recirculating 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 I 7 Che...

Page 196: ...ngine Oil and Filter Specified Oil ALTO 53M 09 004 1 Preferred Be sure that the engine oil you use comes under the quality classification of SG SL SM and SN Select the appropriate oil vis cosity according to the above chart SAE 5W 30 1 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather Specified Oil ALTO K10 53M 09 005 1 Preferred Be sure that the engine oil you use comes u...

Page 197: ...level to the upper limit Refilling 53M 09 007 Remove the oil filler cap and pour oil slowly through the filler hole to bring the oil level to the upper limit on the dipstick Be careful not to overfill Too much oil is almost as bad as too little oil After refilling start the engine and allow it to idle for about a minute Stop the engine wait about 5 minutes and check the oil level again Changing En...

Page 198: ...ified torque using an oil filter wrench Tightening torque for oil filter 1 turn or 14 Nm 1 4 kg m 10 1 lb ft WARNING New and used oil can be hazardous Children and pets may be harmed by swallowing new or used oil Keep new and used oil and used oil filters away from children and pets Continuous contact with used engine oil may cause skin cancer laboratory animals Brief contact with used oil may irr...

Page 199: ...t the radiator With the engine cool the coolant level should be between the FULL and LOW marks NOTICE When replacing the oil filter it is rec ommended that you use a genuine MARUTI SUZUKI replacement filter If you use an aftermarket filter make sure it is of equivalent quality and follow the manufacturer s instruc tions Oil leaks from around the oil filter or drain plug indicate incorrect installa...

Page 200: ...ing Imme diately contact a poison control center or a physician Avoid inhaling mist or hot vapors if inhaled remove to fresh air If coolant gets in eyes flush eyes with water and seek medi cal attention Wash thoroughly after handling Solution can be poisonous to animals Keep out of the reach of children and animals NOTICE The mixture you use should con tain 50 concentration of anti freeze If the l...

Page 201: ...ed Remove carbon deposits with a wire or pin and adjust the spark plug gap NOTE For ALTO K10 Unclamp the air filter bolt and then remove the air cleaner case ALTO K10 53M 09 019 To access the spark plugs 1 If necessary disconnect the coupler 1 while pushing the release lever 2 Remove the ignition coil bolts 2 3 Pullout the ignition coil 3 and remove the spark plug NOTE When installation make sure ...

Page 202: ...eck the inside of the hole with your finger If the oil level comes up to the bottom of the plug hole the oil level is correct If so reinstall the plug 4 If the oil level is low add gear oil through the oil filler plug hole 1 or 2 until the oil level reaches the bottom of the filler hole then reinstall the plug Tightening torque 1 21 Nm 2 1 kg m 15 5 lb ft NOTICE When installing the spark plugs scr...

Page 203: ...ssed have the clutch inspected by your Maruti Suzuki autho rised workshop Fuel Filter The fuel filter is located on the way of the fuel hose line under the vehicle body 53MM07011 1 Fuel filter 2 Fuel inlet hose 3 Fuel outlet hose Replace the Fuel Filter Since special procedures are required we recommend you take your vehicle to your Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop for fuel filter replacement CAU...

Page 204: ...stru ment panel will come on the engine must be running with the parking brake fully disengaged Should the light come on immedi ately ask your Maruti Suzuki autho rised workshop to inspect the brake system A rapid fluid loss indicates a leak in the brake system which should be inspected by your Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop immediately Do not use any fluid other than MARUTI GENUINE BRAKE FLUID...

Page 205: ...Brake 54G109 Ratchet tooth specification b 4th 9th Lever pull force 1 200 N 20 kg 45 lbs Check the parking brake for proper adjust ment by counting the number of clicks made by the ratchet teeth as you slowly pull up on the parking brake lever to the point of full engagement The parking brake lever should stop between the speci fied ratchet teeth and the rear wheels should be securely locked If th...

Page 206: ... the Tire Information Label Both the front and rear tires should have the specified tire pres sure Tire Inspection Inspect your vehicle s tires at least once a month by performing the following checks 1 Measure the air pressure with a tire gauge Adjust the pressure if neces sary Remember to check the spare tire too 53M 09 034 EXAMPLE EXAMPLE WARNING Air pressures should be checked when the tires a...

Page 207: ... at Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop Wheel Alignment In case of abnormal tire wear or pulling towards one side have the wheel aligned at Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop CAUTION Hitting curbs and running over rocks can damage tires and affect wheel alignment Be sure to have tires and wheel alignment checked periodi cally by your Maruti Suzuki autho rised workshop WARNING Your MARUTI SUZUKI is eq...

Page 208: ...WI Tread Wear Indicator The tire is recom mended to be replaced when the remaining tread has worn to this point The indicators are spaced across the tread around the tire marked by a trian gular symbol TWI 7 Always prefer tubeless tire mounting machine In case of manual mounting tire wheel rim damage may occur 8 In case of any problem please get in touch with Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop Batt...

Page 209: ...gative cable 1 2 Disconnect the positive cable 2 3 Remove the retainer bolts 3 and remove the retainer 4 4 Remove the battery along with cover assembly 5 if equipped EXAMPLE WARNING If the battery is used with battery level being less than the lower level line MIN it may cause reduced bat tery life an exothermic heat or an explosion by hydrogen gas occurring from the battery Do not use the bat ter...

Page 210: ... These fuses are for individual electrical cir cuits To remove a fuse use the fuse puller provided in the fuse box NOTE Blank indicates that fuse is not applica ble in the variant even though name of fuse might be available on cover of fuse box of your vehicle Some fuse may not be applicable to your vehicle according to the variant of vehi cle even though it is not mentioned as blank 53M 09 038 Fu...

Page 211: ...t the fuse box always carries spare fuses and fuse puller MAIN FUSE PRIMARY FUSE 1 7 5A Spare 2 20A Spare 3 25A ABS Solenoid 4 50A Ignition switch fuse 5 50A Battery1 6 15A Headlight left fuse 7 15A Headlight right fuse 8 7 5A CNG if equipped 10A Front fog light if equipped 9 15A Spare 10 30A Spare 11 10A Spare 12 80A Main fuse 13 Blank 14 30A Radiator fan fuse 15 15A Fuel injection Petrol 16 10A ...

Page 212: ...y 12 Blank 13 30A Power window 14 15A Ignition coil 15 10A Back up light 16 10A Meter 17 10A Navigation 18 Blank 19 10A Air bag 20 10A ABS Controller 21 30A Power steering 22 30A Starting motor 23 15A Horn Hazard warning light SECONDARY FUSE 1 10A Ignition 2 signal 2 15A Front wiper 3 7 5A CNG valve if equipped Auto Gear Shift if equipped 4 7 5A Auto Gear Shift 2 if equipped 5 30A Blower fan 6 10A...

Page 213: ...ruti Suzuki authorised workshop CAUTION Light bulbs can be hot enough to burn your finger right after being turned off This is true especially for halogen headlight bulbs Replace the bulbs after they become cool enough The headlight bulbs are filled with pressurized halogen gas They can burst and injure you if they are hit or dropped Handle them carefully NOTICE The oils from your skin may cause a...

Page 214: ...d workshop Interior Light 53M 09 046 Pull down the lens by using a flat blade screwdriver covered with a soft cloth as shown To install it simply push it back in The bulb can be removed by simply pulling it out When replacing the bulb make sure that the contact springs are holding the bulb securely Headlight 53M 09 049 Disconnect the coupler 1 Remove the sealing rubber 2 Push the retaining spring ...

Page 215: ...d install a full glass type bulb 1 simply pull out or push in the bulb To remove a glass metal type bulb 2 from a bulb holder push in the bulb and turn it counterclockwise To install a new bulb push it in and turn it clockwise You can access the individual bulb or bulb holders as follows Front turn signal light 1 Front position light 2 ALTO 53MM07001 ALTO K10 53M 09 054 Rear combination light ALTO...

Page 216: ...hicle specifications If so consult your Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop for proper replacement method For windshield wipers 53M 09 060 1 Hold the wiper arm away from the win dow NOTE When raising both of the front wiper arms pull the driver s side wiper arm up first When returning the wiper arms lower the passenger s side wiper arm first Other wise the wiper arms may interfere with each other 53...

Page 217: ...he metal retainers 3 make sure the direction of metal retainers as shown in the above illustrations 5 Install the new blade in the reverse order of removal with the locked end positioned toward the wiper arm Make sure the blade is properly retained by all the hooks Lock the blade end into place 6 Reinstall wiper frame to arm making sure that the lock lever is snapped securely into the arm Windshie...

Page 218: ...nditioner it needs to be run periodically Operate the air conditioner at least once a month for one minute with the engine idling This circulates the refrigerant and oil and helps protect the internal components WARNING Do not use anti freeze solution in the windshield washer reservoir This can severely impair visibility when sprayed on the windshield and also damage your vehicle s paint NOTICE Da...

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Page 220: ...ENCY SERVICE Tire Changing Tool 8 1 Jacking Instructions 8 1 Changing Wheels 8 4 Jump Starting Instructions 8 5 Towing 8 6 If the Starter Does Not Operate 8 7 If the Engine is Flooded 8 7 If the Engine Overheats 8 7 Warning Triangle 8 8 ...

Page 221: ...ft clockwise until the jack is securely held in place Jacking Instructions 53M 10 004 1 Place the vehicle on level hard ground 2 Set the parking brake firmly and shift into R Reverse if your vehicle has a manual transaxle 1 EXAMPLE EXAMPLE WARNING After using the tire changing tools be sure to stow them securely or they can cause injury if an accident occurs 2 CAUTION The jack should be used only ...

Page 222: ...ply the garage jack to one of the points indicated below EXAMPLE EXAMPLE EXAMPLE WARNING Use the jack only to change wheels on level hard ground Never jack up the vehicle on an inclined surface Never raise the vehicle with the jack in a location other than the specified jacking point shown in the illustration near the wheel to be changed Make sure that the jack is raised at least 51 mm 2 inches be...

Page 223: ... 1 EXAMPLE 1 Front 2 Rear 3 Jack bracket 4 Rear axle 5 Jacking point for garage jack NOTE For more details please contact a Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop NOTICE Never apply a garage jack to the exhaust pipe or engine undercover and rear torsion beam ...

Page 224: ...l nut 85 Nm 8 5 kg m 61 5 lb ft 8 Lower the jack and fully tighten the nuts in a crisscross fashion with a wrench as shown in the illustration WARNING Never change a wheel in traffic lane Always move the vehicle off the road on level hard ground away from traf fic for changing a wheel for any fur ther assistance contact your nearest Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop CAUTION Immediately after the v...

Page 225: ...oosely fixed tire may cause noise during driving and damage paint on vehicle body 1 EXAMPLE EXAMPLE WARNING Never attempt to jump start your vehicle if the battery appears to be frozen Batteries in this condition may explode or rupture if jump starting is attempted When making jump lead connec tions be certain that your hands and the jump leads remain clear from pulleys belts or fans Batteries pro...

Page 226: ...the flat battery 6 Remove the jump leads in the exact reverse order in which you connected them Towing If you need to have your vehicle towed contact a professional service Your dealer can provide you with detailed towing instructions 2 Wheel Drive 2WD Manual Transaxle or Auto Gear Shift Manual transaxle vehicles or Auto Gear Shift may be towed using either of the fol lowing methods 1 From the fro...

Page 227: ...peed for a few minutes until the high engine coolant temperature warning light goes off If the high engine coolant temperature warning light does not go off 1 Turn off the engine and check that the water pump belt and pulleys are not damaged or slipping If any abnormality is found correct it NOTICE After shifting the auto gear shift gear shift lever to the N position always check the gear position...

Page 228: ...r vehicle could become a potential traffic hazard keep the warning triangle provided with your vehicle on the road free from any obstacles behind your vehicle so as to warn the approaching traffic at an approxi mate distance of 50 100 m The reflecting side of the triangle should face the on com ing traffic Please activate the hazard warning lamps before alighting the vehicle to keep the warning tr...

Page 229: ...lector arms as shown by arrow and lock the arms with each other with the clip provided in the right arm Open the bottom stand in counter clock wise direction as shown by arrow 3 Position the warning triangle behind the vehicle on a plain surface Reverse the removal procedure for keeping inside the cover 53M 10 016 EXAMPLE ...

Page 230: ...APPEARANCE CARE 9 53MH0 74E APPEARANCE CARE Corrosion Prevention 9 1 Vehicle Cleaning 9 2 ...

Page 231: ...he finish on your vehicle and to help avoid corrosion is to keep it clean with frequent washing Wash your vehicle at least once during the winter and once immediately after the winter Keep your vehicle particularly the under side as clean and dry as possible If you frequently drive on salted roads your vehi cle should be washed at least once a month during the winter If you live near the ocean you...

Page 232: ... dirt and the soap solution If some dirt still remains on the surface repeat this procedure Fabric upholstery Except front passen ger seat Remove loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner Using a mild soap solution rub stained areas with a clean damp cloth To remove soap rub the areas again with a cloth dampened with water Repeat this until the stain is removed or use a commercial fab ric cleaner for tough...

Page 233: ...luminum wheels These types of detergent will cause permanent spots discoloration and cracks on fin ished surfaces Do not use a bristle brush and soap con taining an abrasive material These will damage finished surfaces Washing 60B212S CAUTION Do not spill liquid or semi solid on the front passenger s seat If you spill it on the front passenger s seat immediately wipe it dry with a soft cloth Conta...

Page 234: ...e is any damage touch up the damage following the procedure below 1 Clean all damaged spots and allow them to dry 2 Stir the paint and touch up the damaged spots lightly using a small brush 3 Allow the paint to dry completely Waxing 60B211S After washing the vehicle waxing and pol ishing are recommended to further protect and beautify the paint Only use waxes and polishes of good quality When usin...

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Page 236: ...GENERAL INFORMATION 10 53MH0 74E GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Identification 10 1 FASTag if equipped 10 1 High Security Registration Plate HSRP 10 2 ...

Page 237: ...number difficult to read you will also find it on the identification plate Engine Serial Number ALTO 53M 12 002 ALTO K10 53M 12 003 The engine serial number is stamped on the cylinder block as shown in the illustra tion FASTag if equipped As per Ministry of Road Transport and Highways the FASTag 1 is mandatory for each vehicle for the purpose of electronic toll collection or any other purpose as m...

Page 238: ...sult in permanent dam age to the tag Use of chemical cleaners to clean the windscreen area where the tag is mounted can damage the tag Use of any sharp objects on the tag can damage the tag High Security Registration Plate HSRP As per Ministry of Road Transport and Highways every new vehicle must have HSRP HSRP contains Front and rear HSRP which will be fitted with 2 snap locks each on number plat...

Page 239: ...creen area where the label is mounted can damage the same Use of any sharp objects on the label can damage the label In the event of any replacement of the third license plate may please contact the approved authority Third license plate As seen from inside of the vehicle 64MM01009 NOTE The picture shown is for indicative purpose only NOTE Color of third license plate back is as per HSRP regulatio...

Page 240: ...ength 3445 3545 Overall width With Body Side Molding 1515 1515 Without Body Side Molding 1490 1490 Overall height 1475 1475 Wheelbase 2360 2360 Track Front 1295 1295 Rear 1290 1290 ITEM Mass weight UNIT kg ALTO ALTO K10 Curb mass weight 730 762 769 784 Gross vehicle mass weight rating 1185 1210 Permissible maximum Axle Weight Front 630 630 Rear 630 630 ...

Page 241: ...re 68 5 mm 73 mm Stroke 72 0 mm 79 5 mm Piston displacement 796 cm3 796 cc 998 cm3 998 cc Compression ratio 10 95 0 4 1 11 0 4 1 ITEM Electrical ALTO ALTO K10 Standard spark plug Nickel plug NGK DCPR7E BOSCH YR7DC NGK KR6A 10 Battery 12V 34B19 12V 34B19 Fuses See INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE section ...

Page 242: ...1W P21W 12V 21W PY21W Rear 12V 21W PY21W 12V 21W PY21W Side turn signal light 12V 5W W5W 12V 5W W5W Position light 12V 5W W5W 12V 5W W5W Brake tail light 12V 21 5W P21 5W 12V 21 5W P21 5W License plate light 12V 5W W5W 12V 5W W5W Reversing light 12V 21W P21W 12V 21W P21W Interior light 12V 8W C8W 12V 8W C8W High mount stop light 12V 16W W16W 12V 16W W16W ...

Page 243: ...2 74T 1 Tire size spare 4 Rim size 155 65 R13 73S 1 13X4 1 2J 145 80R12 74T 1 12 3 50B 155 65 R13 73T 1 13X4 1 2J 145 80R12 74T 1 12 3 50B Tire pressures For the specified tire pressure see the Tire Information Label located the driver s door lock pillar ITEM Capacities approx Fuel tank 35 L Coolant ALTO See INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE section 3 5 L including reservoir tank ALTO K10 4 5 L including...

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