Suzuki NEXA BALENO, Owner'S Manual & Service Booklet

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ADVICE FOR YOUR DRIVING
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When Encountering a Flooded Area
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Avoid driving in a flooded area or a deep
puddle. If driving in a flooded area is
unavoidable, go slowly in the lowest gear.
In case that you have driven in a flooded
area, stop the vehicle in a safe and non
flooded place while checking the brake
effectiveness. Then, ask Maruti Suzuki
authorised workshop to check the follow-
ing inspection items.
• Function of brake
• Function of electrical components
• Changes of oil level and quality for
engine, transmission and differential. In
case that the oil is turbid whitely, water
has been mixed in the oil and an oil
change is required.
• Lubricant condition of the bearings, sus-
pension joints, etc.
Highway Driving
When driving at highway speeds, pay
attention to the following:
• Stopping distance progressively
increases with vehicle speed. Apply the
brakes far enough ahead of the stopping
point to allow for the extra stopping dis-
tance.
• On rainy days, hydroplaning can occur.
Hydroplaning is the loss of direct contact
between the road surface and the vehi-
cle’s tyres due to a water film forming
between them. Steering or braking the
vehicle during hydroplaning can be very
difficult, and loss of control can occur.
Keep speed down when the road sur-
face is wet.
• At high speeds, the vehicle may be
affected by side winds. Therefore,
reduce speed and be prepared for unex-
pected buffeting, which can occur at the
exits of tunnels, when passing by a cut
of a hill, or when being overtaken by
large vehicles, etc.
NOTICE
Avoid driving in a flooded area or a
deep puddle. It may cause an engine
stall, short in electrical components,
engine and transmission damages,
etc.