Suzuki Jimny, Manual

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DRIVING TIPS
78RB1-01E
Running-in
WARNING
In addition to following the driving
tips in this section, it is important to
observe the following precautions for
on-road and off-road driving.
• Driver and passengers should wear
seat belts at all times.
• Do not let anyone else drive your
vehicle unless they are also aware
of the vehicle characteristics and
handling differences described in
this section.
• Avoid loaning your vehicle to any-
one unless you accompany them.
• Make sure your tyres are in good
condition and always maintain the
specified tyre pressure. Refer to
“Tyres” in the “INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE” section for
details.
• Do not use tyres other than those
specified by SUZUKI. Never use dif-
ferent sizes or types of tyres on the
front and rear wheels. For informa-
tion regarding the specified tyres,
refer to the “SPECIFICATIONS”
section.
• Never use oversized tyres or spe-
cial shock absorbers and springs
to raise (jack up) your vehicle. This
will raise the center of gravity of
the vehicle and change its handling
characteristics.
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WARNING
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• After driving through water, mud,
or sandy ground, test the brakes
while driving at a slow speed to see
if they have maintained their nor-
mal effectiveness. If the brakes are
less effective than normal, dry
them by repeatedly applying the
brakes while driving slowly until
the brakes have regained their nor-
mal effectiveness.
• After extended operation in mud,
sand, or water, have the brakes,
bearings and joint parts etc.
inspected by a SUZUKI dealer as
soon as possible.
NOTICE
The future performance and reliabil-
ity of the engine depends on the care
and restraint exercised during its
early life. It is especially important to
observe the following precautions
during the first 960 km (600 miles) of
vehicle operation.
• After starting, do not race the
engine. Warm it up gradually.
• Avoid prolonged vehicle operation
at a constant speed. Moving parts
will break in better if you vary your
speed.
• Start off from a stop slowly. Avoid
full throttle starts.
• Avoid hard braking, especially
during the first 320 km (200 miles)
of driving.
• Do not drive slowly with the trans-
mission in a high gear.
• Drive the vehicle at moderate
engine speeds.
• Do not tow a trailer during the first
960 km (600 miles) of vehicle oper-
ation.