Suzuki GRAND VITARA 2008, Owner'S Manual

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
78KS0-37E
5-Speed Automatic Transmission
66J055
(1) Power mode selector switch
D:
5-speed automatic transmission mode
4:
4-speed automatic transmission mode
The 4-speed mode is suitable for the fol-
lowing driving conditions:
• Driving on hilly, winding roads
– You can drive more smoothly 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 4-speed mode.
Power mode selector switch
65D448
When you need more power for climbing
hills or smooth starting on slippery road,
push the “A/T POWER” switch. To activate
the power mode selector, push the “A/T
POWER” switch, and the “POWER” indica-
tor light in the instrument cluster comes on.
To deactivate, push the switch again, and
the “POWER” indicator light goes off.
Power driving mode
When the “A/T POWER” switch is on with
shift in “D” (Drive) or “4” (Low 3) position, if
you depress the accelerator pedal, the
shifting points are delayed so the engine
can rev higher in each gear. Therefore, you
can drive more powerfully than normal
driving.
CAUTION
• To help avoid clutch damage, do
not use the clutch pedal as a foot-
rest while driving or use the clutch
to keep the vehicle stationary on a
hill. Depress the clutch fully when
shifting.
• When shifting or starting off, do not
race the engine. Racing the engine
can shorten engine life and affect
smooth shifting.
(1)
EXAMPLE
Using the Transfer Switch: 10