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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

79K20-03E

For rear wipers:

80G146

1) Hold the wiper arm away from the win-

dow.

2) Remove the wiper frame from the arm

as shown.

3) Slide the blade out as shown.

65D151

NOTE:
Do not flex the wiper blade frame end more
than necessary. If you do, it can break off.

54G135

(1) Retainer

4) If the new blade is provided without the

two metal retainers, move them from
the old blade to the new one.

5) Install the new blade in the reverse

order of removal.
Make sure the blade is properly
retained by all the hooks.

6) Reinstall wiper frame to arm in the

reverse order of removal.

Summary of Contents for 2009 Grand Vitara

Page 1: ...ATION Fuel recommendation Brake and clutch fluid Engine oil recommendation Tire cold pressure Engine oil with Starburst symbol For further details see Engine Oil and Filter in the INSPECTION AND MAINT...

Page 2: ...79K20 03E This owner s manual applies to the GRAND VITARA series 79K035 NOTE The illustrated model is one of the GRAND VITARA series COPYRIGHT SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION 2008...

Page 3: ...RPORATION believes in conservation and protection of Earth s natural resources To that end we encourage every vehicle owner to recycle trade in or properly dis pose of as appropriate used motor oil co...

Page 4: ...y other comments which you may have When we receive your correspon dence we will be pleased to contact the Owner of your dealership and assist in resolving your concern For owners outside the continen...

Page 5: ...dify this 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 mo...

Page 6: ...79K20 03E MEMO...

Page 7: ...ully before operating your vehicle Afterwards keep this Manual in the glove box for future reference Should you resell the vehicle please leave this Manual with it for the next owner In addition to th...

Page 8: ...low see section 7 5 Automatic transmission fluid dipstick Red see section 7 6 Engine coolant see section 7 7 Windshield washer fluid see section 7 8 Battery see section 7 9 Tire pressure see tire info...

Page 9: ...to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm FUEL RECOMMENDATION 1 BEFORE DRIVING 2 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 3 DRIVING TIPS 4 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT 5 VE...

Page 10: ...9 2 Engine Hood P 5 37 3 Windshield Wiper P 2 77 4 Roof Rails or Roof Rack Anchors if equipped P 5 52 5 Radio Antenna P 5 8 6 Spare Wheel P 8 3 7 Tailgate P 2 3 8 Fuel Filler Cap P 5 36 9 Outside Rear...

Page 11: ...n Air Bags P 2 46 5 Sun Visor P 5 38 6 Overhead Console Box if equipped P 5 45 7 Spot Light P 5 40 P 7 41 8 Inside Rearview Mirror P 2 17 9 Luggage Compartment Cover P 5 48 10 Rear Seats P 2 22 11 Sid...

Page 12: ...Remote Audio Controls if equipped P 5 30 4 Front Air Bags P 2 45 5 Cruise Control P 3 26 6 Hazard Warning Switch P 2 77 7 Heating and Air Conditioning System P 5 1 8 Fuel Lid Opener Lever P 5 36 9 Fro...

Page 13: ...and Washer Switch P 2 79 4 Rear Window Defroster and Outside Rearview Mirrors Defroster Switch if equipped P 2 80 5 Front Fog Light Switch if equipped P 2 76 6 Engine Hood Release Handle P 5 37 7 Horn...

Page 14: ...abel 3 Passenger seat belt warning label 4 Jacking warning label 5 Jacking warning label 6 Fuel filler cap message 7 Transfer switch warning label 8 Brake fluid cap message 9 Engine cooling fan warnin...

Page 15: ...FUEL RECOMMENDATION 1 79K20 03E 65D394 FUEL RECOMMENDATION Fuel Recommendation 1 1...

Page 16: ...5 methanol under any circumstances Fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems resulting from the use of such fuels are not the responsibility of SUZUKI and may not be covered under the New Ve...

Page 17: ...System air bags 2 43 Instrument Cluster 2 54 Warning and Indicator Lights 2 55 Speedometer 2 63 Tachometer 2 63 Fuel Gauge 2 64 Temperature Gauge 2 64 Brightness Control 2 65 Information Display if eq...

Page 18: ...r 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 Door Locks Side Door Locks 60A009 To lock a front door from o...

Page 19: ...ipped 64J003 You can lock and unlock all doors includ ing the tailgate simultaneously by Turning the key in the driver s door lock or Pushing the power door locking switch located on the door panel of...

Page 20: ...nside the vehicle When the lock lever is in the LOCK position 1 the rear door can only be opened from outside When the lock lever is in the UNLOCK position 2 the rear door can be opened from inside or...

Page 21: ...lever be sure to see your SUZUKI dealer Keyless Start System Remote Controller Keyless Entry System Transmitter 66J111 Your vehicle is equipped with either a key less start system remote controller Ty...

Page 22: ...ll flash twice If the interior light switch is in the DOOR position the interior light will turn on for about 15 seconds and then fade out If you push in the ignition switch or insert the key during t...

Page 23: ...itch on one of the door handles once The turn signal lights will flash once when the doors are locked To unlock a door or all doors Push the request switch on the door handle once to unlock only one d...

Page 24: ...ction correctly in certain environments or under certain operating conditions such as the following When there are strong signals coming from a television power station or a cel lular phone When the r...

Page 25: ...tion switch in a position other than LOCK The red indicator light will turn off within several seconds after the remote controller is returned to an area of the vehicle other than the rear luggage are...

Page 26: ...emote controller firmly 4 Make sure the door locks can be oper ated with the remote controller 5 Dispose of the used battery properly according to applicable rules or regula tions Do not dispose of li...

Page 27: ...oor is unlocked 3 Insert the key into the ignition switch 4 Complete steps 1 through 6 described below within 25 seconds after step 3 79K005 1 Push the power door locking switch of the driver s door t...

Page 28: ...and key less entry system operate properly by operating each remote controller 1 For USA This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the fol lowing two conditions 1 Thi...

Page 29: ...program the new transmitter code in your vehicle s memory so that the old code is erased or perform the program ming procedure yourself according to the instructions in this section PANIC button 3 fun...

Page 30: ...he oldest code will be cleared automatically To purchase new transmitters see your SUZUKI dealer Before you begin programming have all of your transmitters available To program a new transmitter 1 Con...

Page 31: ...transmitter codes in the vehicle s memory with the code for the transmitter you are using 2 If you want to program up to two addi tional transmitters repeat the program ming procedure shown in this s...

Page 32: ...y system Windows Power Window Controls if equipped Driver s side 79K010 The power windows can only be operated when the ignition switch is in the ON posi tion The driver s door has switches 1 2 4 5 to...

Page 33: ...2 3 4 or 5 To restore normal operation release the lock switch by pushing again NOTE If you drive with one of the rear windows open you may hear a loud sound caused by air vibration To reduce the soun...

Page 34: ...of your vehicle in the mirrors The passenger s side mirror is a convex curved surface mirror Objects seen in this mirror will look smaller and appear far ther away than when seen in a flat mirror 1 Da...

Page 35: ...prevent unintended adjustment NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with the outside rearview mirrors defroster refer to Rear Window Defroster and Outside Rearview Mirrors Defroster if equipped Switch in t...

Page 36: ...uster lever on the outboard side of the seat raise or lower the seat by pull ing up or down the adjuster lever Adjusting Seatbacks 64J018 To adjust the seatback angle of front seat pull up the lever o...

Page 37: ...t while holding in the release knob 3 If a head restraint must be removed for cleaning replacement etc push in the release knob and pull the head restraint all the way out NOTE It may be necessary to...

Page 38: ...cator light below the switch will go off 86G064 4 EXAMPLE WARNING Improperly using the seat heater can be hazardous An occupant can suf fer burns even if the heating tempera ture is fairly low if the...

Page 39: ...N To avoid damaging the heater ele ment Do not subject the front seats to heavy impacts such as children jumping on them Do not cover the seat with any insulating materials such as blan kets or cushio...

Page 40: ...on the restraint while holding in the release knob 3 If a head restraint must be removed for cleaning replacement etc push in the release knob and pull the head restraint all the way out When install...

Page 41: ...Pull the release lever forward on the top of each split seat and fold the seat backs forward 64J088 5 Pull the lock release strap 1 rearward to unlatch the seat cushion CAUTION When you fold the rear...

Page 42: ...stow the strap to the back of the seat cushion as shown in the illustration Make sure to adjust the strap length to avoid any slack or twist 2 3 CAUTION When securing the folded rear seat with a stra...

Page 43: ...ion to the normal position make sure that there is nothing around the striker Any foreign materials prevent the seat cushion from being locked securely When returning the rear seat cush ion to the nor...

Page 44: ...ued Above the pelvis WARNING Continued Seat belts should 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 d...

Page 45: ...ious injury in the event of an accident Periodically inspect seat belt assemblies for excessive wear and damage Seat belts should be replaced if webbing becomes frayed contaminated or damaged in any w...

Page 46: ...lling the shoulder portion of the belt upward through the latch plate The length of the diagonal shoulder strap adjusts itself to allow freedom of movement 60A036 To fasten the seat belt sit up straig...

Page 47: ...ted into the wrong buckle 60A039 To unfasten the belt push the red PRESS button on the buckle and allow the belt to retract Seat Belt Reminder Driver s seat belt reminder light 79K013 Front passenger...

Page 48: ...seat belts at all times Persons who are not wearing seat belts have a much greater risk of injury if an accident occurs Make a regular habit of buck ling your seat belt before putting the key in the...

Page 49: ...ver s seat belt reminder will be auto matically canceled when the driver s seat belt is buckled or the ignition switch is turned off Front passenger s seat belt reminder The front passenger s seat bel...

Page 50: ...rear seat only 65D202 EXAMPLE WARNING Be sure to inspect all seat belt assemblies after any collision Any seat belt assembly which was in use during a collision other than a very minor one should be r...

Page 51: ...l dren are safer when properly restrained in rear seating positions than in front seating positions If you must use a front facing child restraint in the front passenger s seat be sure to move the fro...

Page 52: ...pull all of the shoulder webbing out of the retractor Then let the webbing retract a little and pull it out and repeat this a few times If the belt is locked each time you pull the belt the belt is th...

Page 53: ...system manufacturer If you install the child restraint system in the front seat be sure to slide the seat to the rearmost position After making sure that the seat belt is securely latched A ELR type 8...

Page 54: ...or has con verted to the ALR mode by trying to pull webbing out of the retractor If the retractor is in the ALR mode the belt will be locked A ELR type 65D234 A ELR type 65D235 4 Try moving the child...

Page 55: ...the child restraint system manufacturer After installing the child restraint system try moving it in all directions especially for ward to make sure the flexible straps or rigid connecting bars are s...

Page 56: ...ng bars these general instructions apply 1 If possible fold the seatback rearward for easier installation 2 Place the child restraint in the rear seat inserting the connecting bars through the slots i...

Page 57: ...ed on the back of the rear seat as shown in the illustration Install the child restraint system as follows 1 Remove the luggage compartment cover 2 Secure the child restraint on the rear seat using th...

Page 58: ...e seats should be adjusted as far back as possible your dealer can select the appropriate seat belt extender A seat belt extender should only be used for the person vehicle and seating loca tion it wa...

Page 59: ...ensioners are activated Upon activation some noise will occur and some smoke may be released These conditions are not harmful and do not indicate a fire in the vehicle The driver and all passengers mu...

Page 60: ...nents or wiring must be per formed only by an authorized SUZUKI dealer who is specially trained Improper service could result in unintended activa tion of pretensioners or could render the pretensione...

Page 61: ...o a lap shoulder belt at each front seating position 1 Driver s front air bag 2 Front passenger s front air bag 3 Seat belt pretensioners 4 Air bag controller 5 Occupant classification module 6 PASS A...

Page 62: ...ed by an authorized SUZUKI dealer as soon as possible Front Air Bags 63J259 64J032 The driver s front air bag is located behind the center pad of the steering wheel and the front passenger s front air...

Page 63: ...le injuries that may occur in an accident Your vehicle has dual stage front air bags which adjust the air bag inflation force according to crash severity Also your vehicle has a front passenger sensin...

Page 64: ...RBAG are molded into the pillar to identify the loca tion of the side curtain air bags Side collision range 64J036 Side air bags are designed to inflate only in severe side impact collisions Side curt...

Page 65: ...he front passenger s front air bag and seat belt pretensioner under certain conditions This system works using a sen sor mat that is part of the front passenger s seat The front passenger sensing syst...

Page 66: ...ll child in a booster seat A smaller person such as a child who has outgrown child restraints or a very small adolescent is seated in the front passenger seat NOTE If the front passenger seat is unocc...

Page 67: ...that person isn t sitting properly in the seat If this happens unfasten the seat belts sit upright in the center of the seat with the seatback nearly vertical and your legs outstretched and refasten t...

Page 68: ...the vehicle The inflators inflate the appropriate air bags with nitrogen or argon gas The inflated air bags provide a cushion for your head front air bags and side curtain air bags only and upper body...

Page 69: ...over the steering wheel or dashboard Front occu pants should not lean on or sleep against the door Please refer to the Seat Adjust ment section and the Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems section i...

Page 70: ...ult in unintended air bag deployment or could render the air bags inoperative Either of these two conditions may result in severe injury To prevent damage or unintended inflation of the air bag system...

Page 71: ...DRIVING 79K20 03E Instrument Cluster 1 Speedometer 2 Tachometer 3 Fuel gauge 4 Temperature gauge 5 Information display 6 MODE ILL knob 7 TRIP knob 8 Warning and indicator lights 79K018 1 3 2 5 8 8 6...

Page 72: ...light is working When the low tire pressure warning light is lit one or more of your tires is significantly under inflated You should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to...

Page 73: ...ve an authorized SUZUKI dealer check the system WARNING The load rating of your tires is reduced at lower inflation pressures If your tires become even moderately under inflated the vehicle load may e...

Page 74: ...ti Lock Brake system ABS in the OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE section SLIP Indicator Light 79K019 ESP is a registered trademark of Daimler AG This light blinks 5 times per second when one of the following sy...

Page 75: ...eed is greater than approximately 30 km h 19 mph the ESP systems other than ABS will turn on automatically and the light will go out When the transfer switch if equipped is turned to the 4L LOCK posit...

Page 76: ...ignition switch is turned to the ON position and goes out when the engine is started The light will come on and remain on if there is insufficient oil pressure If the light comes on when driving pull...

Page 77: ...rovided on the instrument panel to indicate when it is necessary to have the emission control system serviced The malfunction indicator light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON posi...

Page 78: ...ssage when this light comes on Open Door Warning Light 54G391 This light remains on until all doors includ ing the tailgate are completely closed NOTE The information display shows the warning and ind...

Page 79: ...the following three conditions are all met Whenever the D R L system is oper ating the D R L indicator light remains on Conditions for D R L system operation 1 The engine is running 2 The parking bra...

Page 80: ...r has a problem Master Warning Indicator Light 78K049 When the information display shows warn ing and indicator messages this indicator light may also come on or blink For details refer to Information...

Page 81: ...epending on road condi tions for example slope or curve and driving conditions because of fuel moving in the tank The mark 2 indicates that the fuel filler door is located on the right side of the veh...

Page 82: ...panel lights turn the brightness control knob 1 counterclockwise 79K062 NOTE If you do not turn the brightness control knob within about 5 seconds of activat ing the brightness control display the br...

Page 83: ...g and indicator messages may appear on the display when the igni tion switch is in the ACC or the LOCK position A T Selector Position for automatic transmission 79K064 The display A shows the automati...

Page 84: ...mati cally by resetting trip meter A Reset manually the value of average fuel consumption will be reset by push ing and holding the MODE ILL knob 2 when the display indicates the average fuel consumpt...

Page 85: ...and thermometer Also the display D shows the odometer reading 79K066 f Trip meter A g Trip meter B h Thermometer i odometer To switch the display indication C push the TRIP knob 1 quickly Odometer The...

Page 86: ...K069 NOTE Current settings appear with reversed text and background colors NOTE If you push and hold the MODE ILL knob to enter the setting mode when the dis play B shows average fuel consump tion or...

Page 87: ...t you If warning and indicator messages appear on the display follow the messages Master warning indicator 78K049 When the display shows warning and indi cator messages the master warning indi cator m...

Page 88: ...K070 Off Off Any door including the tailgate is open when the vehicle is stopped 1 Close all doors completely 79K071 Blinks Ding There may be a problem with the ESP system Have your vehicle inspected...

Page 89: ...erate the ESP OFF switch if equipped the information display may show messages other than those in the above chart Refer to Electronic Stability Program ESP in the OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE section for d...

Page 90: ...ting system is controlled by three main systems the Lighting switch the Auto On Headlight System when the lighting switch is in the AUTO position and the Daytime Running Light D R L system WARNING To...

Page 91: ...ghts 2 AUTO D R L ON Parking lights Tail lights ON ON Head lights ON ON 3 D R L ON ON Parking lights Tail lights ON ON ON ON ON ON Head lights 4 D R L Parking lights Tail lights ON ON ON ON ON ON Head...

Page 92: ...s for Auto on headlight system operation 1 It is dark around the light sensor 5 2 The lighting control lever in the AUTO position 3 The ignition switch is in the ON posi tion 4 The parking brake is re...

Page 93: ...lights to operate at full brightness and the tail lights to be on Lights On reminder A buzzer sounds to remind you to turn off the lights if they are left on when the igni tion key is removed and the...

Page 94: ...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 it Hazard Warning Switch 64J054 Push in t...

Page 95: ...n on continuously at low speed 63J302 If the lever is equipped with the INT TIME control turn the control forward or rear ward to adjust the intermittent wiper opera tion to the desired interval Winds...

Page 96: ...ake 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 w...

Page 97: ...ing wheel to sound the horn The horn will sound with the ignition switch in any position Rear Window Defroster and Outside Rearview Mirrors Defroster if equipped Switch 78K074 When the rear window is...

Page 98: ...the switch 1 again NOTE The defogger will work only when the engine is running The defogger will automatically turn off after the defogger remains on for 15 min utes to prevent discharging of the bat...

Page 99: ...3 2 Ignition Switch 3 3 Parking Brake Lever 3 7 Pedals 3 8 Starting the Engine 3 9 Engine Block Heater if equipped 3 10 Using the Transmission 3 11 Using the Transfer Switch if equipped 3 15 Cruise Co...

Page 100: ...the fan is at high speed Avoid operating the vehicle with the rear door tailgate or rear win dow open If it is necessary to oper ate the vehicle with the rear door tailgate or rear window open make su...

Page 101: ...the ON or START position 12 Check all gauges 13 Make sure that the BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING light turns off when the parking brake is released Once a week or each time you fill your fuel tank perform the...

Page 102: ...e ignition and prevents normal use of the steering wheel after the key is removed Automatic transmission vehicles The gearshift lever must be in the P Park position to turn the key to the LOCK positio...

Page 103: ...n it from the LOCK position to the ACC position To return to the LOCK position from the ACC position turn the ignition switch counterclockwise while pushing in the switch Automatic transmission vehicl...

Page 104: ...the key can be removed It locks the ignition and prevents normal use of the steering wheel For vehicles with an automatic transmis sion the gearshift lever must be in the P Park position to turn the k...

Page 105: ...is moving The steering wheel will lock and you will not be able to steer the vehicle Continued WARNING Continued Always return the ignition switch to the LOCK position and remove the ignition key and...

Page 106: ...When preparing to drive the vehicle move the gearshift lever out of the P position before releasing the parking brake EXAMPLE 2 3 1 WARNING Never drive your vehicle with the parking brake set rear bra...

Page 107: ...ntal factors such as cold wet snow etc Accelerator Pedal 3 This pedal controls the speed of the engine Depressing the accelerator pedal increases power output and speed 1 2 3 EXAMPLE 2 3 EXAMPLE CAUTI...

Page 108: ...key when the engine starts If the engine does not start after 15 sec onds of cranking wait about 15 seconds then press down the accelerator pedal to 1 3 of its travel and try cranking the engine again...

Page 109: ...e However as the heating time varies depending on the ambient temperature and other factors adjust the time by observing the engine cranking condition After using the block heater 1 Unplug the extensi...

Page 110: ...hly with less frequent gearshifting Going down a steep hill Some engine braking is provided NOTE With the transfer switch in the 4L LOCK position the 5 speed automatic transmis sion will remain in the...

Page 111: ...ll need to press the accelerator pedal to get a downshift 4 Low 3 Use this position for driving on moderate uphill and downhill gradients The engine braking effect on moderate downhills can be used in...

Page 112: ...tion unless the ignition switch is in the ON position and the brake pedal is depressed CAUTION Be sure to take the following precau tions to help avoid damage to the automatic transmission Make sure t...

Page 113: ...The transmission shifts up only to 3rd gear 2 Low 2 Use this position to provide extra power when climbing hills or to provide engine braking when going down hills L Low 1 Use this position to provid...

Page 114: ...ut of Park 1 Be sure the parking brake is firmly applied 2 If the engine is running stop the engine 3 Make sure the key is in the ON or ACC position 4 Remove the cover 1 on the hole 5 With inserting t...

Page 115: ...6 1 11 10 8 1 Front differential 2 Engine 3 Transmission 4 High Low clutch 5 Transfer case 6 Center differential 7 Differential lock clutch 8 Chain 9 Rear propeller shaft 10 Rear differential 11 Fron...

Page 116: ...front or rear axles Only use this position for towing your vehicle When you turn the transfer switch to the N position N indicator will come on with the buzzer sound WARNING Never leave the transfer s...

Page 117: ...3 18 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 79K20 03E 4H 4 wheel drive high range 64J220 In this position engine power is supplied to the front and rear axles Use this position for normal driving Braking 6...

Page 118: ...ntial lock 64J221 In this position engine power is supplied to the front and rear axles and you get better traction than when driving in 4H Use this position when you need better traction than 4H prov...

Page 119: ...ippery hills etc NOTE When the transfer switch if equipped is turned to the 4L LOCK position the ESP systems other than ABS will be canceled to provide improved vehicle trac tion and the ESP OFF indic...

Page 120: ...push in and turn the switch to shift into 4L LOCK From 4L LOCK to 4H LOCK Stop the vehicle completely place the transmission in N Neutral and depress the brake pedal and the clutch pedal fully if equ...

Page 121: ...perate the transfer switch while tires are racing Do not operate your vehicle in 4H LOCK or 4L LOCK on dry hard surfaces Continued CAUTION Continued Do not operate the vehicle while a 4WD mode indicat...

Page 122: ...h range mode 4H LOCK 4 wheel drive high range center differential lock mode 4L LOCK 4 wheel drive low range center differential lock mode Current Position Current Indicator Target Position Target Indi...

Page 123: ...d by an authorized SUZUKI dealer In N position 79K077 Blinks Series of Beeps This message informs you that the transfer switch is in N which is used only for towing your vehicle Move the transfer swit...

Page 124: ...pedal Depress the brake pedal Shift the automatic transmission gear shift lever to the N position 79K081 Off Beep For manual transmission The desired transfer gear has not been engaged Release your f...

Page 125: ...79K049 To Set Cruising Speed Turn on the cruise control system by push ing the ON OFF switch 1 Accelerate to the desired speed and push the SET COAST switch 3 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal...

Page 126: ...reset a cruising speed by pushing the SET COAST switch 3 Cruise control operation will also be can celed any time the vehicle speed falls below 40 km h 25 mph To Resume a Previously Set Speed After c...

Page 127: ...you avoid skidding by elec tronically controlling braking pressure It will also help you maintain steering control when braking on slippery surfaces or when braking hard The ABS works automatically so...

Page 128: ...han conditions will safely allow WARNING If the ABS warning light 1 or 2 on the instrument panel comes on and stays on while driving there may be a problem with the ABS system If this happens 1 Pull o...

Page 129: ...e vehicle from skidding when cor nering on a slippery road surface or when turning the steering wheel abruptly Traction Control System The traction control system automatically helps prevent the spinn...

Page 130: ...ed NOTE When the SLIP indicator light comes on and stays on while driving indicating a malfunction of the ESP systems other than ABS the brake system will function as an ordinary ABS with no additiona...

Page 131: ...nstrument cluster comes on NOTE When the ESP warning light comes on or stays on while driving indicating a mal function of the ESP systems other than ABS the brake system will function as an ordinary...

Page 132: ...istribute drive power to the other wheels for increased climbing abil ity or for better performance on a rolling hill or a slippery surface If the ESP systems operate continu ously such as when drivin...

Page 133: ...escent control system applies the brakes to main tain the vehicle speed If the accelerator or brake pedal is depressed while the hill descent control system is activated the system will stop working t...

Page 134: ...hill descent control system and the hill hold control system Have your vehicle inspected by an authorized SUZUKI dealer NOTE You cannot activate the hill descent control system while this message is d...

Page 135: ...tire pres sure monitoring system controller When the inflation pressure of one or more tires indicates significant under inflation the low tire pressure warning light shown below comes on NOTE The TP...

Page 136: ...essure as specified on the vehicle s tire information placard and in the owner s manual Refer to Tires in the INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE section WARNING If the low tire pressure warning light does not...

Page 137: ...hen the tires are cold Tires that appear to be at the specified pressure when checked after driving when the tires are warm could have pressure below the specification when the tires cool down Also ti...

Page 138: ...authorized SUZUKI dealer set up the TPMS to recognize the ID code of the spare tire TPMS sensor If you need to replace any wheels on your vehicle your dealer must make sure that TPMS sensors are inst...

Page 139: ...expressly approved by the party responsible for com pliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Traveling to CANADA Please note that service for the tire pres sure monitoring syst...

Page 140: ...3 41 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 79K20 03E MEMO...

Page 141: ...DRIVING TIPS 4 79K20 03E 60G409 DRIVING TIPS Important Vehicle Design Features To Know 4 1 Break In 4 2 Catalytic Converter 4 2 Improving Fuel Economy 4 3 On Pavement Driving 4 4 Off Road Driving 4 6...

Page 142: ...ur Multipurpose Vehicle and Ordinary Passenger Cars Higher Ground Clearance The higher ground clearance of your vehi cle enables it to clear off road obstacles such as rocks and tree stumps that ordi...

Page 143: ...converters is prohibited by federal law because lead deactivates the pollutant reducing components of the catalyst sys tem The converter is designed to last the life of the vehicle under normal usage...

Page 144: ...nimize the possibility of 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 misfire or oth...

Page 145: ...d condi tions Rollovers On the Roadway If for any reason your vehicle slides side ways or spins out of control at highway speeds while on the paved portion of the roadway the risk of rollover is great...

Page 146: ...on icy snowcovered or muddy roads reduce your speed and avoid sudden acceleration abrupt braking or sharp steering movements Use 4 wheel drive high range 4H if equipped for bet ter traction NOTE Avoid...

Page 147: ...l side Wear Your Seat Belts at All Times You and your passengers should use the seat belts at all times when driving off road For proper seat belt use refer to the Seat Belts and Child Restraint Syste...

Page 148: ...water blocks the tailpipe the engine may not start or run If the water is deep enough to get drawn into the engine intake system the engine will be badly damaged Submerged brakes will have poor brak i...

Page 149: ...on regarding the specified tires refer to the Tire Inflation Pressure Label located on the driver s side door pillar or the SPECIFICA TIONS section Continued WARNING Continued Never use oversized tire...

Page 150: ...4 9 DRIVING TIPS 79K20 03E MEMO...

Page 151: ...f equipped 5 40 Cigarette Lighter and Ashtray if equipped 5 41 Sunroof if equipped 5 42 Assist Grips if equipped 5 44 Coat Hooks if equipped 5 45 Glove Box 5 45 Overhead Console Box if equipped 5 45 C...

Page 152: ...and Air Conditioning System Climate Control Air Outlet 66J250 1 1 2 2 3 3 5 5 5 5 4 EXAMPLE 1 Windshield defroster outlet 2 Side defroster outlet 3 Side outlet 4 Center outlet 5 Floor outlet Center ou...

Page 153: ...utlets regardless of the air flow selector position Description of Controls 79K020 1 Temperature selector 2 Blower speed selector 3 Air intake selector 4 Air flow selector 5 Defrost switch 6 OFF switc...

Page 154: ...ditioning system push in the switch and A C will appear on the LCD display To turn off the air condi tioning system push in the switch again and A C will go off Blower speed selector 2 78K048 The blow...

Page 155: ...ol down the vehicle FRESH AIR b When this mode is selected outside air is introduced FRESH AIR and RECIRCULATED AIR are selected alternately each time the air intake selector is pushed NOTE If you sel...

Page 156: ...ver the air from the floor outlets and the air from the center and side outlets will be the same temperature Heat e 64J071 Temperature controlled air comes out of the floor outlets and the side outlet...

Page 157: ...turn the air conditioning switch off the climate control system cannot lower the inside temperature below outside tempera ture To turn the climate control system off push the OFF switch 6 NOTE If the...

Page 158: ...you do not use the air conditioner for a long period such as during winter it may not give the best performance when you start using it again To help maintain opti mum performance and durability of y...

Page 159: ...elow Type 1 79K103 AM FM XM CD PLAYER WITH CD CHANGER CONTROL Type 2 79K104 AM FM XM 6 CD PLAYER WITH CD CHANGER CONTROL CAUTION To avoid damage to the radio antenna Remove the antenna before using an...

Page 160: ...he unit to an authorized SUZUKI dealer or a Clarion service Department Cautions on Handling 52D274 This unit has been designed specifically for playback of compact discs bearing the mark A No other di...

Page 161: ...arge scratches are misshaped or cracked etc Use of such discs will cause damage or prevent the system from operating prop erly 52D351 Do not expose compact discs to direct sun light or any heat source...

Page 162: ...XM CD PLAYER WITH CD CHANGER CONTROL Type 2 AM FM XM 6 CD PLAYER WITH CD CHANGER CONTROL Display 79K086 1 Power on off knob Volume control knob 2 Tone balance fader control knob 3 Preset button 5 4 P...

Page 163: ...der 1 Press the tone balance fader control knob 2 Each time it is pressed sound adjust ment is changed as follows 66J224 2 Turn the tone balance fader control knob 2 to adjust the sound Adjusting the...

Page 164: ...R WITH CD CHANGER CONTROL Type 2 AM FM XM 6 CD PLAYER WITH CD CHANGER CONTROL Display 66J097 1 Band switch button FM AM 2 Seek up button 3 Seek down button 4 Manual tuning knob 5 Preset buttons 1 to 6...

Page 165: ...tions in total are automatically stored to the preset buttons 5 in sequen tial order starting from the lower frequen cies NOTE When the auto store is performed the station previously stored in the mem...

Page 166: ...y recorded in CD R CD RW format may not be used 52D291 A CD is inserted with its label facing upward When there is a CD already loaded in the unit another CD cannot be loaded at the same time Do not u...

Page 167: ...Fast forward button 5 Track down button Rewind button 6 Repeat button RPT A Mode indicator B Track number C Play time D Repeat indicator NOTE About Single CDs 8 cm CDs No adapter is required to play...

Page 168: ...is inside the unit the CD indicator A is lit on the display unit Selecting a track Press the track up button 4 to listen to the next track Press the track down button 5 twice to listen to the previous...

Page 169: ...6J102 1 Load button LOAD 2 Disc select buttons 1 to 6 3 CD insertion slot 4 CD eject button 5 Disc button CD AUX 6 Track up button Fast forward button 7 Track down button Rewind button 8 Repeat button...

Page 170: ...ink for about 15 seconds 2 Load a CD into the CD insertion slot 3 3 The indication In and the next disc number will blink in the display Load the next CD 4 After loading the required number of CD s pr...

Page 171: ...track Press the track down button 7 twice to listen to the previous track When the track down button 7 is pressed once the track being currently played will return to the beginning Fast forwarding Re...

Page 172: ...LAYER WITH CD CHANGER CONTROL Display Type 1 66J104 Display Type 2 66J105 1 Sound control knob 2 Repeat button RPT 3 Track up button Fast forward button 4 Track down button Rewind button 5 Display but...

Page 173: ...et the copy protect attribute on the WMA file to enable this unit to play back NOTE Never assign the mp3 or wma file name extension to a file that is not in the MP3 WMA format This may not only pro du...

Page 174: ...1 Level 2 Apple Extension to ISO 9660 Joliet Romeo Maximum number of files folders Maximum number of files CD Player 999 files folders 6 CD Player 512 files folders Maximum number of files in one fol...

Page 175: ...n the disc currently being played finish playing play starts again at the beginning of the disc Selecting a track Press the track up button 3 to listen to the next track Press the track down button 4...

Page 176: ...gory button CAT 3 Seek up button 4 Seek down button 5 Manual tuning knob 6 Display button DISP 7 Preset button 1 to 6 8 Scan button SCAN A Band B Channel number C Category indicator If you want to pur...

Page 177: ...egory function is on only those channels included in the selected category can be selected Selecting the item to be displayed Press the display button 6 Each time the button is pressed the item on dis...

Page 178: ...e 2 AM FM XM 6 CD PLAYER WITH CD CHANGER CONTROL Display 66J221 1 Aux button CD AUX A Mode indicator Aux function This system has an external input terminal so you can listen to audio from an external...

Page 179: ...CONTROL Type 2 AM FM XM 6 CD PLAYER WITH CD CHANGER CONTROL Display 66J113 1 Disc button CD AUX 2 Disc select buttons 1 to 6 3 Track up button Fast forward button 4 Track down button Rewind button 5...

Page 180: ...Fast forwarding Rewinding a track Hold in the fast forward button 3 to advance a track rapidly Hold in the rewind button 4 to rewind a track Random play Press the category button 6 Each time the butto...

Page 181: ...e the volume push the upper part of the switch 1 The volume contin ues to increase until you release the switch To decrease the volume push the lower part of the switch 1 The volume contin ues to decr...

Page 182: ...e to the next track on a CD push the upper part of the switch 4 briefly To select the previous track on a CD push the lower part of the switch 4 Anti Theft Feature 79K113 1 2 3 1 2 3 Type 1 AM FM XM C...

Page 183: ...ress the power on off knob 1 while pressing and holding the track up but ton 2 The ENTRY 0000 will blink and the audio system enter PIN input mode NOTE Establish your PIN by combining numbers from 1 t...

Page 184: ...ry etc you will have to confirm your PIN to be able to use the audio system To confirm your PIN 66J122 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position 66J125 2 Input your PIN If the PIN that you input...

Page 185: ...cy Stations cannot be selected by seek tuning There is no station with strong radio waves Select stations by manual tuning Phenomenon Cause Remedy Compact disc cannot be loaded Another compact disc is...

Page 186: ...ff the unit and contact your SUZUKI dealer Error display Measures to be taken CD CD changer Mechanical error This error display indicates a mechanical failure in the CD changer failure to change or ej...

Page 187: ...p 1 Open the fuel filler door 2 Remove the cap by turning it counter clockwise 79K054 NOTE The cap holder 1 can hold the fuel filler cap 2 when refueling To reinstall the fuel filler cap 1 Turn the ca...

Page 188: ...age the engine hood lock halfway 64J111 2 Push the under hood release lever sideways with your finger as shown in the illustration While pushing the lever lift up the engine hood WARNING If you need t...

Page 189: ...block glare coming through the windshield or they can be unhooked and turned to the side to block glare coming through the side window The extension 1 can be drawn out to block glare widely Interior L...

Page 190: ...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 Luggage Compartment Light 66J047 The luggage com...

Page 191: ...03E remains off regardless of whether the door s is are opened or closed Spot Light 65J093 Push the switch 1 to turn on the light and push it again to turn off the light Accessory Socket if equipped...

Page 192: ...posi tion To use the cigarette lighter push it all the way into the receptacle and release it It will automatically heat up and will pop out to its normal position when it is ready for use CAUTION To...

Page 193: ...hands or other obstructions in the path of the sunroof when you close the sunroof even though there is a system to prevent being pinched by the sunroof 79K097 To tilt the sunroof up slide the sun shad...

Page 194: ...being pinched by the sunroof When you disconnect the negative ter minal from the battery or change the fuses the features below will not operate The system to prevent being pinched by the sliding sunr...

Page 195: ...your body such as hands or head to get out of the sunroof opening while the vehi cle is moving Be sure there are no hands or other obstructions in the path of the sun roof when you close the sunroof...

Page 196: ...ounterclock wise Overhead Console Box if equipped 79K056 To use the overhead console box push on the front edge 1 and open the lid To close the lid push the front edge 1 until it latches Do not put he...

Page 197: ...To use the console bin pull the lever up and open the lid 64J116 To use the rear cup holders open the lid CAUTION If you park your vehicle outdoors in direct sunlight or in hot weather the eyeglasses...

Page 198: ...age compartment You can hang the shopping bag or other suitable objects on the hook This hook is not designed for large or heavy items WARNING Do not use the cup holder or the stor age bin to hold cup...

Page 199: ...removing or installing the luggage com partment cover To remove the luggage compartment cover 66J203 1 Release the three hooks a from the rear seat backs CAUTION To avoid damage to the armrest do not...

Page 200: ...n the quar ter window opening c so enough clearance is established on the other end to swing the cover down and out 66J206 5 Tilt the luggage compartment cover and then remove the compartment cover fr...

Page 201: ...age room To reinstall the luggage compartment cover 66J208 1 Fold roll the luggage compartment cover and place one end in the quarter window opening c to swing the other end into position 66J209 2 Ali...

Page 202: ...aps A to open the bin Luggage Restraint Loops if equipped 64J129 Four luggage restraint loops are provided on the luggage compartment floor An optional rubber net can be hooked to these loops to help...

Page 203: ...e to install the attachments properly and securely according to the instructions provided Do not mount cargo directly on the roof panel The cargo can damage the roof panel The gross weight of the roof...

Page 204: ...ivate devices such as gate operators garage door openers entry door locks security systems even home lighting Additional HomeLink infor mation can be found on the Internet at www homelink com or by ca...

Page 205: ...ttons one and three releasing only when the indica tor light begins to flash after 20 sec onds Do not hold the buttons for longer than 30 seconds and do not repeat step 1 to program a second and or th...

Page 206: ...ink buttons begin with Programming HomeLink step 2 Do not repeat step 1 For questions or comments please con tact HomeLink at www homelink com or 1 800 355 3515 Gate Operator Canadian Program ming Can...

Page 207: ...rogrammed as outlined below follow the step noted Press and hold the two outer HomeLink buttons until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Release both but tons Do not hold for longer...

Page 208: ...the cover 1 and then remove the cover 1 78K053 The frame hooks 2 are provided for ship ping purposes only WARNING Do not use the frame hooks to tow another vehicle or to have your vehi cle towed on th...

Page 209: ...VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING 6 79K20 03E 54G215 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Vehicle Loading 6 1 Trailer Towing 6 2 Towing Your Vehicle recreational towing 6 7...

Page 210: ...city remains available for occu pants cargo and trailer tongue weight if towing a trailer Contact your dealer for further information Actual weight of the loaded vehicle and actual loads at the front...

Page 211: ...n for attaching safety chains Always leave just enough slack to permit full turning Never allow safety chains to drag on the road Trailer Lights Make sure your trailer is equipped with lights which me...

Page 212: ...easured with the trailer disconnected from the towing vehicle Gross trailer weight must never exceed 1360 kg 3000 pounds If you intend to tow a trailer having a gross trailer weight greater than 450 k...

Page 213: ...e Weight is the weight of the fully loaded vehicle including all the occu pants accessories and cargo plus the trailer tongue weight The gross vehicle weight must never exceed the Gross Vehi cle Weigh...

Page 214: ...le and trailer safely Never exceed posted towing speed limits or 72 km h 45 mph which ever is lower Never drive at a speed that causes shaking or swaying of the trailer If you notice even the slightes...

Page 215: ...ure 1 Apply the vehicle s brakes firmly 2 Have another person place wheel chocks under the wheels of the vehicle and the trailer while you are holding the brakes 3 Slowly release the brakes until the...

Page 216: ...able to select the proper towing method for your vehicle and carefully follow the corresponding instructions Be sure to use proper towing equipment designed for recreational tow ing and make sure that...

Page 217: ...il the N indicator blinks then turn the switch to the N position When you turn the transfer switch to the N position N indicator will come on with the buzzer sound 4 Make sure the N light on the instr...

Page 218: ...ine With the manual transmission lever in 2nd gear or the auto matic transmission lever in D and the transfer switch in neutral rev the engine for about one minute with the clutch engaged if equipped...

Page 219: ...key to the ACC posi tion to unlock the steering wheel 3 Make sure the front wheels are facing straight forward and secure the steering wheel with a steering wheel clamping device designed for towing C...

Page 220: ...6 11 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING 79K20 03E 52D082 TOWING METHOD B FRONT WHEELS ON THE GROUND AND REAR WHEELS ON A DOLLY Towing Your Vehicle recreational towing 13...

Page 221: ...riving Conditions 7 7 Drive Belt 7 9 Engine Oil and Filter 7 10 Engine Coolant 7 13 Air Cleaner 7 16 Spark Plugs 7 16 Gear Oil 7 17 Clutch Pedal 7 20 Automatic Transmission Fluid 7 20 Brakes 7 22 Stee...

Page 222: ...from the moving fan and fan belt When it is necessary to do service work with the engine running make sure that the parking brake is set fully and the transmission is in Neutral for manual transmissi...

Page 223: ...NG SUZUKI recommends that mainte nance on items marked with an aster isk be performed by your authorized SUZUKI dealer or a quali fied service technician If you are qualified you may perform mainte na...

Page 224: ...5 75 ENGINE EMISSION CONTROL 1 Drive belt Inspect for damage I I 2 Valve lash clearance for 2 4 L engine I I 3 Engine oil and oil filter R R R R R R R R R R 4 Cooling system hoses and connections I I...

Page 225: ...l filter R R R R R R R R R R 4 Cooling system hoses and connections I I I 5 Engine coolant SUZUKI LLC Standard Green R R R SUZUKI LLC Super Blue 2 First time only Replace at 150000 km 90000 miles or 9...

Page 226: ...pedal stroke check adjustment I I I I I 6 Parking brake lever and cable Lever movement check adjustment I I I I I 7 Tires including tire rotation I I I I I I I I I I 8 Wheel discs I I I I I I I I I I...

Page 227: ...front rear I I I I I Brake drums and shoes if equipped I I I I I 3 Brake hoses and pipes I I I I I 4 Brake fluid level check replacement I I R I I 5 Brake pedal stroke check adjustment I I I I I 6 Par...

Page 228: ...a trailer Severe Condition Code Maintenance Maintenance Operation Maintenance Interval A C D E H Engine oil and oil filter R Every 5000 km 3000 miles or 3 months A B D H Exhaust pipes and mountings I...

Page 229: ...ntenance Maintenance Operation Maintenance Interval B E H Automatic transmission A T fluid R Every 25000 km 15000 miles or 15 months B E H Transfer Differential and Extension oil R Every 25000 km 1500...

Page 230: ...eed to replace or adjust the belt have it done by your SUZUKI dealer WARNING When the engine is running keep hands hair clothing tools etc away from the moving fan and drive belts 79K041 PS GE AC 100...

Page 231: ...ate if the vehicle is on a slope The oil level should be checked either before starting the engine or at least 5 minutes after stopping the engine 52D084 The handle of the engine oil dipstick is col o...

Page 232: ...the engine oil 5 Reinstall the drain plug and gasket Tighten the plug with a wrench to the specified torque 6 Reinstall the engine under cover Close Open EXAMPLE WARNING The engine oil temperature may...

Page 233: ...ealer for oil filter replacement Refill with Oil and Check for Leaks 1 Pour oil through the filler hole and install the filler cap For the approximate capacity of the oil refer to the Capacities item...

Page 234: ...protection against freezing and boiling Gives proper protection against corro sion and rust Failure to use the proper coolant can dam age your cooling system Your authorized SUZUKI dealer can help you...

Page 235: ...ors or addi tives They may not be compatible with your cooling system Do not mix different types of base coolants Doing so may result in accelerated seal wear and or the possibility of severe overheat...

Page 236: ...ll it with engine coolant to the FULL line 5 Tighten the drain plug on the radiator fill the radiator with engine coolant and install the radiator cap 6 After filling let the engine idle for about 2 3...

Page 237: ...eaner case cover 2 This air cleaner element is of dry type Remember that it needs cleaning according to the following method 3 Blow off dust on cleaner element by compressed air from inside the ele me...

Page 238: ...en replacing gear oil use gear oil with the appropriate viscosity and grade as shown in the charts below We highly rec ommend you use SAE 75W 90 gear oil SAE 80W 90 for front differential oil rear dif...

Page 239: ...ase 66J005 1 Oil filler and level plug 2 Oil drain plug Extension case 2WD 66J165 1 Oil filler and level plug 2 Oil drain plug API GRADE Transmission Extension case GL 4 Transfer case GL 5 Hypoid gear...

Page 240: ...the oil level reaches the bottom of the filler hole then reinstall the plug Gear Oil Replacement To change the gear oil in the manual trans mission transfer case extension case or differential s use t...

Page 241: ...warm up the transmission fluid drive the vehicle or idle the engine until the temperature gauge indicates normal operating temperature 2 Then drive for ten more minutes Oil Filler Plug Oil Drain Plug...

Page 242: ...n move it back to the P Park position 60A205 The handle of the A T fluid dipstick is col ored red for easy identification 65D109 6 Remove the dipstick clean it and push it back in until the cap seats...

Page 243: ...ould be inspected by your SUZUKI dealer immediately Brake fluid can harm your eyes and damage painted surfaces Use cau tion when refilling the reservoir Continued WARNING Continued Do not use any flui...

Page 244: ...is less than the minimum distance required have your vehicle inspected by your SUZUKI dealer NOTE When measuring the distance between the brake pedal and floor wall push in the floor carpet as far as...

Page 245: ...fied values Check that the steering wheel turns easily and smoothly without rattling by turning it all the way to the right and to the left while driving very slowly in an open area If the amount of f...

Page 246: ...ety Standards The letters and numbers following the DOT marking is the Tire Iden tification Number TIN The TIN identifies the tire manufacturer and plant tire size and date the tire was manufactured E...

Page 247: ...ided by the tire section width D Construction Code This letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire The letter R means radial ply tire construction the letter D means diag...

Page 248: ...are warm could have pressure below the specification when the tires cool down Also tires that are inflated to the specified pres sure in a warm garage may have pres sure below the specification when...

Page 249: ...mm 0 06 in To help you check this the tires have molded in tread wear indica tors in the grooves When the indi cators appear on the tread surface the remaining depth of the tread is WARNING Air press...

Page 250: ...e The size and type of tires used should be only those approved by SUZUKI Motor Corporation as standard or optional equipment for your vehicle WARNING Replacing the wheels and tires equipped on your v...

Page 251: ...ences in road characteristics and climate Traction AA A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured un...

Page 252: ...a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off WARNING Vehicle equipped with P225 65R17 tires have a spare wheel a...

Page 253: ...name molding that is higher or deeper than the same molding on the other side wall of the tire or 2 the outward fac ing sidewall of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that must always fac...

Page 254: ...y and the cargo load capacity The GVWR and GAWR front and rear are listed on the Safety Certification Label which is located below the driver s side door latch striker The total load capacity and seat...

Page 255: ...eps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The com bined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle s plac ard 2 Determine the combined weig...

Page 256: ...combined weight of vehicle occu pants increase the vehicle s cargo and luggage capacity decreases Suppose again that you were to take a trip in your vehicle with the same three passengers described ab...

Page 257: ...ttery Primary Fuses These fuses are between the main fuse and individual fuses and are for electrical load groups Individual Fuses These fuses are for indi vidual electrical circuits For details on pr...

Page 258: ...otor fuse 10 30A ABS 2 ABS actuator fuse 11 50A ABS 1 ABS actuator fuse 12 20A FI Main fuse 13 Blank 14 10A H L L Head light high beam fuse left 15 10A H L R Head light high beam fuse right 16 10A H L...

Page 259: ...ocket fuse E 10A CRUISE Cruise control fuse F 15A ACC 2 Cigar or Accessory socket fuse G 20A WIP Wiper fuse H 15A IG2 SIG Ignition signal Seat heater fuse I 10A BACK Back lamp fuse J 10A ABS ESP ABS o...

Page 260: ...ZUKI dealer for headlight alignment WARNING Always be sure to replace a blown fuse with a fuse of the correct amper age Never use a substitute such as aluminum foil or wire to replace a blown fuse If...

Page 261: ...in screw driver 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 WARNING Light bulbs can be hot enough to burn your finger right...

Page 262: ...terclockwise Pull out the bulb Headlights Low beam Halogen headlamp 79K089 66J108 Open the engine hood Disconnect the coupler Remove the sealing rubber Push the retaining spring forward and unhook it...

Page 263: ...the clips 1 by twist the driver as shown in the illustra tion 2 Remove the bolt 3 by a Phillips head screw driver 79K091 3 Remove the clip 4 with the same way as No 1 78F072 4 Open the fender cover D...

Page 264: ...etal type 2 To remove and install a full glass type bulb 1 simply pull out or push in the bulb To remove a glass metal type bulb 2 from a bulb holder push in the bulb and turn it counterclockwise To i...

Page 265: ...owings are the general procedure for replace the bulbs of high mount stop light Since special procedures are required we recommend you take your vehicle to your SUZUKI dealer for the bulbs of high mou...

Page 266: ...the flat head etc through the service holes as shown in the illustration 64J183 3 Close the tailgate Remove a high mounted stop light housing 2 from the tailgate 64J184 4 Remove the each bulb 5 Repla...

Page 267: ...may be different from the ones described here depending on vehicle specifications If so consult your SUZUKI dealer for proper replacement method For windshield wipers 70G119 1 Hold the wiper arm away...

Page 268: ...them from the old blade to the new one Installation 52D125 4 Locked end 5 Install the new blade in the reverse order of removal with the locked end positioned toward the wiper arm Make sure the blade...

Page 269: ...NOTE Do not flex the wiper blade frame end more than necessary If you do it can break off 54G135 1 Retainer 4 If the new blade is provided without the two metal retainers move them from the old blade...

Page 270: ...during winter it may not give the best performance when you start using it again To help maintain opti mum performance and durability of your air conditioner it needs to be run periodically Operate th...

Page 271: ...ire Changing Tool 8 1 Spare Tire Nut Lock if equipped 8 1 Jacking Instructions 8 2 Changing Wheels 8 3 Jump Starting Instructions 8 7 Towing a Disabled Vehicle 8 8 If the Starter Does Not Operate 8 8...

Page 272: ...Tire Nut Lock if equipped 64J172 A nut lock is used for the spare tire To unlock the spare tire nut insert the ignition key into the lock as far as the key will go and remove the lock with the key in...

Page 273: ...nd rear of the wheel diagonally opposite of the wheel being lifted 5 Place the spare wheel near the wheel being lifted as shown in the illustration in case that the jack slips 64J194 79K058 1 Jacking...

Page 274: ...k 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 designated jacking point near the wheel...

Page 275: ...oosen but do not remove the wheel nuts 2 Jack up the vehicle follow the jacking instructions in this section 3 Remove the wheel nuts and wheel 4 Before installing the new wheel clean any mud or dirt o...

Page 276: ...78K063 NOTE When you install the spare tire full cover make sure the position of the upper claws marked on outside 5 and holes then hook them first WARNING Use genuine wheel nuts and tighten them to t...

Page 277: ...ese vehicles are intended for temporary emergency use only The wheel is painted yellow to remind you that the wheel and tire are for temporary use only Continu ous use of this spare can result in tire...

Page 278: ...at your hands and the jumper cables remain clear from pulleys belts or fans Batteries produce flammable hydrogen gas Keep flames and sparks away from the battery or an explosion may occur Never smoke...

Page 279: ...in the Towing Your Vehicle recreational towing sec tion but with the wheels lifted by the tow truck instead of on a towing dolly Be sure to carefully follow the specific instructions provided in the T...

Page 280: ...ange 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 2 Check the coolant level in the reservoir If it is found t...

Page 281: ...because scalding fluid and steam may be blown out under pressure The cap should only be taken off when the coolant temper ature has lowered To prevent personal injury keep hands tools and clothing awa...

Page 282: ...8 11 EMERGENCY SERVICE 79K20 03E MEMO...

Page 283: ...APPEARANCE CARE 9 79K20 03E 60G412 APPEARANCE CARE Corrosion Prevention 9 1 Vehicle Cleaning 9 3...

Page 284: ...any damage to the paint or protective coatings as soon as possible How to Help Prevent Corrosion Wash your vehicle frequently The best way to preserve the finish on your vehicle and to help avoid corr...

Page 285: ...as is practical are the best The fittings for such shields should also be cor rosion resistant Please check with your authorized SUZUKI dealer for information on these shields Store your vehicle in a...

Page 286: ...n seat belts with a mild soap and water Do not use bleach or dye on the belts They may weaken the fabric in the belts Vinyl floor mats Ordinary dirt can be removed from vinyl with water or mild soap U...

Page 287: ...ouch 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...

Page 288: ...9 5 APPEARANCE CARE 79K20 03E MEMO...

Page 289: ...54G072 GENERAL INFORMATION Identification Numbers 10 1 Safety Certification Label 10 2 Emission Compliance Label for U S A 10 2 Warranties 10 2 On Board Vehicle Computers and Event Data Recorders 10...

Page 290: ...above illustrations This number is used to register the vehicle It is also used to assist your dealer when ordering parts or referring to special service information Engine Serial Number 2 4 L engine...

Page 291: ...warranties covering your vehicle are explained in a separate New Vehicle War ranty Information booklet given to you at the time of sale Please read this booklet carefully so you can understand your ri...

Page 292: ...uter systems that are commonly called Event Data Recorders EDRs In a crash event EDRs such as the Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Mod ule SDM in your vehicle may record information about the condition o...

Page 293: ...line toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Ave SE Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other infor mation about...

Page 294: ...10 5 GENERAL INFORMATION 79K20 03E MEMO...

Page 295: ...essor fuse 2 YELLOW 20 O2 HTR O2 sensor heater fuse 3 BLUE 15 THR MOT Throttle motor fuse 4 YELLOW 20 AT Automatic transmission fuse 5 CLEAR 25 RR DEF Rear defogger fuse 6 BLUE 15 HORN Horn fuse 7 YEL...

Page 296: ...12 YELLOW 20 FI Main fuse 13 Blank 14 RED 10 H L L Head light high beam fuse left 15 RED 10 H L R Head light high beam fuse right 16 RED 10 H L Head light fuse 17 GREEN 40 ST MTR Starter motor fuse 18...

Page 297: ...se F BLUE 15 ACC 2 Cigar or Accessory socket fuse R RED 10 TAIL Tail light fuse G YELLOW 20 WIP Wiper fuse S YELLOW 20 D L Door lock actuator fuse H BLUE 15 IG2 SIG Ignition signal Seat heater fuse T...

Page 298: ...11 4 FUSES AND PROTECTED CIRCUITS 79K20 03E MEMO...

Page 299: ...th 4500 177 1 Overall width 1810 71 3 Overall height 4WD 1695 66 7 2WD 1683 66 3 Wheelbase 2640 103 9 Tread front 1540 60 6 rear 1560 61 4 Minimum running ground clearance 4WD 200 7 9 2WD 188 7 4 ITEM...

Page 300: ...85 6 mm 3 37 in Piston displacement 2393 cm3 146 0 cu in 2393 cc 3195 cm3 194 9 cu in 3195 cc Compression ratio 10 0 1 10 0 1 ITEM Electrical Ignition timing 5 B T D C Standard spark plug 2 4 L NGK S...

Page 301: ...W 7443 License plate light 12V 5W W5W Reversing light 12V 21W 7440 High mount stop light 12V 5W W5W Door illumination light 12V 5W Dome light Spot light 12V 8W Center light 12V 10W Rear light 12V 10W...

Page 302: ...US gal Engine oil replaced with filter 2 4 L 4 8 L 10 1 US pt 3 2 L 6 0 L 12 7 US pt Transmission oil M T 1 9 L 4 0 US pt A T 2 4 L 2 5 L 5 3 US pt when drained 3 2 L 3 0 L 6 3 US pt when drained Dif...

Page 303: ...k Braking System ABS 3 31 Armrest 5 48 Assist Grips 5 44 Audio Systems 5 8 Automatic Heating and Air Conditioning System Climate Control 5 1 Automatic Locking Retractor ALR 2 28 Automatic Transmission...

Page 304: ...76 Front Passenger s Seat Belt Reminder Light 2 55 Front Seat Back Pocket 5 47 Front Seat Heater 2 21 Front Seats 2 18 Fuel Consumption 2 66 Fuel Filler Cap 5 36 Fuel Gauge 2 64 Fuel Pump Labeling 1 1...

Page 305: ...stem Remote Controller Keyless Entry System Transmitter 2 4 Keys 2 1 L Lap Shoulder Belt 2 28 Lighting Control Lever 2 73 Lighting Operation 2 74 Lights On reminder 2 76 Listening to a CD 5 15 Listeni...

Page 306: ...fication Label 10 2 Seat Adjustment 2 18 2 22 Seat Belt Extender 2 41 Seat Belt Inspection 2 33 Seat Belt Pretensioner System 2 42 Seat Belt Reminder 2 30 Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems 2 26 S...

Page 307: ...5 34 Turn Signal Control Lever 2 76 Turn Signal Indicators 2 62 Turn Signal Operation 2 77 U Underfloor Bins 5 51 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 7 30 Using the Transfer Switch 3 15 Using the Transmissio...

Page 308: ...13 6 INDEX 79K20 03E MEMO...

Page 309: ...79K20 03E Prepared by June 2008 Part No 99011 79K20 03E Printed in Japan TP306...

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