Suzuki GRAND VITARA 2008, Owner'S Manual

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
78KS0-37E
Parking Brake Lever
64J081
(1) To set
(2) To release
(3) To release
The parking brake lever is located between
the seats. To set the parking brake, hold
the brake pedal down and pull the parking
brake lever all the way up. To release the
parking brake, hold the brake pedal down,
pull up slightly on the parking brake lever,
push the button on the end of the lever with
your thumb, and lower the lever to its origi-
nal position.
WARNING
(Continued)
• Always return the ignition switch to
the “LOCK” position and remove
the ignition key and the remote
controller (if equipped) when leav-
ing the vehicle even if a short time.
Also do not leave children or pets
alone in a parked vehicle. Unat-
tended children or pets could
cause accidental movement of the
vehicle or could tamper with power
windows or power sunroof. They
also could suffer from heat stroke
in warm or hot weather. These
could result in severe injury or
even death.
CAUTION
• Do not use the starter motor for
more than 15 seconds at a time.
For diesel engine model, do not
use the starter motor for more than
30 seconds at a time. If the engine
does not start, wait 15 seconds
before trying again. If the engine
does not start after several
attempts, check the fuel and igni-
tion systems or consult your
SUZUKI dealer.
• Do not leave the ignition switch in
the “ON” position if the engine is
not running as the battery will dis-
charge.
EXAMPLE
(2)
(3)
(1)
Using the Transmission: 10