MARUTI SUZUKI Automobile, User Manual

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Keep the engine speed so it does not get
into the red zone of tachometer.
• Reduce your speed and change
down to a lower gear before going
down a long or steep hill. A lower
gear will allow the engine to
provide braking. Avoid riding the
brakes or they may overheat,
resulting in brake failure.
• When driving on slippery roads,
be sure to slow down before
changing down. Excessive and or
sudden changes in engine speed
may cause loss of traction, which
could cause you to lose control.
• Make sure that the vehicle is
completely stationary before you
change into reverse.
CAUTION
• To help avoid clutch damage, do
not use the clutch pedal as a
footrest while driving or use the
clutch to keep the vehicle
stationary on a hill. Depress the
clutch fully when changing gear.
• When changing gears or starting
off, do not race the engine. Racing
the engine can shorten engine life
and prevent smooth operation.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
5-5
Downshifting maximum allowable
speeds
For Petrol Engine
Downshifting Km/h (mph)
2nd to 1st 50 (31)
3rd to 2nd 90 (56)
4th to 3rd 135 (84)
5th to 4th 180 (122)*
For Diesel engine
Downshifting Km/h (mph)
2nd to 1st 40 (25)
3rd to 2nd 70 (43)
4th to 3rd 115 (71)
5th to 4th 155 (96)*
NOTE: (*)
You may not accelerate to the maximum
allowable speed because of the driving sit-
uation and/or the vehicle condition.
CAUTION
When downshifting to a lower gear,
make sure not to operate with the
speed faster than the maximum
allowable speeds for the next lower
gear, or severe engine damage can
result.