MARUTI SUZUKI ZEN-AX, Owner'S Manual

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72F-74E
Manual Transmission
Starting off
To start off, depress and maintain pressure
upon the clutch pedal and change into 1st
gear. After releasing the parking brake,
gradually release the clutch. When you hear
a change in the engine’s sound (speed),
gently apply pressure to the accelerator to
keep the engine sound (speed) constant
whilst continuing to gradually release the
clutch.
Gear changing
All forward gears are synchronized, which
provides for quiet, easy changing. Always
depress the clutch pedal fully before
changing gears. To help gearshift, the
following chart shows the recommended
speed range in each gear.
Min speed Max. speed
First – 30 km/h
Second 10 km/h 50 km/h
Third 20 km/h 90 km/h
Fourth 30 km/h 120 km/h
Fifth 40 km/h Top Speed
• 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.
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CAUTION
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• 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
70F-04-005E