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SUZUKI

1995

OWNER'S MANUAL

Keep With Vehicle At All Times.

Contains Important Information

On Safety, Operation & Maintenance.

SUZUKI

Caring for Customers

Part No. 99011-60A26-03E

June, 1994

Содержание SIDEKICK 1995

Страница 1: ...SUZUKI 1995 OWNER S MANUAL Keep With Vehicle At All Times Contains Important Information On Safety Operation Maintenance SUZUKI Caring for Customers Part No 99011 60A26 03E June 1994...

Страница 2: ...60A23 00010 This owner s manual applies to the following models of the SIDEKICK series p CANVAS TOP 2 DOOR HARDTOP 4 D00R HARDTOP COPYRIGHT SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION 1994...

Страница 3: ...OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE DRIVING TIPS VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE EMERGENCY SERVICE APPEARANCE CARE GENERAL INFORMATION Including Reporting Safety...

Страница 4: ...warranty or service of your vehicle please take the following action Consult the Service Manager and the Owner of the Suzuki Automotive Dealer ship Explain your problem and ask their assistance in res...

Страница 5: ...motor oil coolant and other fluids batteries and tires SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION IMPORTANT CAUTION NOTE Please read this manual and follow its in structions carefully To emphasize special information t...

Страница 6: ...ON 60A23 01000 FUEL RECOMMENDATION Fuel recommendation 1 1 6OA23 O2O00 BEFORE DRIVING Keys 2 1 Door Locks 2 1 Windows 2 4 Mirrors 2 5 Seat Adjustment 2 7 Head Restraints 2 9 Seat Belts and Child Restr...

Страница 7: ...le performance problems resulting from the use of such fuels are not the respon sibility of SUZUKI and may not be covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Fuels containing 5 or less methanol may...

Страница 8: ...keys made Write the number below for your future reference Ignition Key Reminder A buzzer sounds to remind you to remove the ignition key if it is in the ignition switch when the driver s door is open...

Страница 9: ...g the key in the driver s side door lock or in the rear door lock or b Operating the power door lock switch For 2 Door model Pushing down on the switch locks both side doors and rear door and pulling...

Страница 10: ...ned from inside or outside Rear Door Lock To lock the rear door insert the key and turn it counterclockwise To unlock the door turn the key clockwise Power Rear Door Lock If Equipped The power rear do...

Страница 11: ...window D The power windows can only be operated when the ignition switch is in the ON position For 2 Door model To open a window push the lower part of the switch and to close a window push the upper...

Страница 12: ...on Day Night Rearview Mirror If Equipped To adjust the inside rearview mirror set the selector tab to the day position then move the mirror up down or sideways to obtain the best view When driving at...

Страница 13: ...rther away than when seen in a flat mirror Be careful when judging the size or distance of a vehicle or other object seen in the side convex mirror Be aware that objects look smaller and appear farthe...

Страница 14: ...on the outboard side The adjustment levers for each split folding rear seat in the 2 door model are located under the front and rear of the seat on the inboard side To adjust the seat position pull up...

Страница 15: ...epiece seat Split folding rear seat in the 2 door model 5 positions b Move the seatback to one of the lock positions Split folding seats in the 2 door model have five lock positions and other rear sea...

Страница 16: ...will automatically slide forward and the seatback will fold forward Before returning a walk in seat to its normal seating position make sure that the feet of the passenger in the rear seat are out of...

Страница 17: ...t clicks To lower the restraint push down on the restraint while holding in the lock lever If a head restraint must be removed for cleaning replacement etc push in the lock lever and pull the head res...

Страница 18: ...tch NOTE The front passenger s seat belt and the rear seat belts havs emergency locking retractors ELRs that can be temporarily converted to function as automatic lock ing retractors ALRs The ALR mode...

Страница 19: ...ild restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle When installing a child restraint system be sure to follow the instructions below Installation Child Restraint with no Top Strap Install your chi...

Страница 20: ...talled install the child restraint system as follows 1 Secure the child restraint on the rear seat using the procedure described above for securing a restraint system that does not require a top strap...

Страница 21: ...for securing a restraint system that does not reguire a top strap 2 Pass the top strap between the head restraint and the seatback and snap the top strap hook through the hole on the latch plate of t...

Страница 22: ...ause serious injury in the event of an ac cident Pregnant women should use seat belts although specific recommen dations about restraint use should be made by the woman s physi cian Periodically inspe...

Страница 23: ...00 STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS Ignition Switch 3 1 Lighting Turn Signal Control Lever 3 3 Hazard Warning Switch 3 4 Windshield Wiper and Washer Lever 3 4 Tilt Steering Lock Lever If Equipped 3 5 Cruise C...

Страница 24: ...in which the key can be removed MANUAL TRANSMISSION PUSH TURN TO LOCK Manual Transmission Vehicles You must push in the key to turn it to the LOCK position It locks the igni tion and prevents normal...

Страница 25: ...ng position All electrical systems are on START This is the position for starting the engine using the starter motor The key should be released from this position as soon as the engine starts For manu...

Страница 26: ...nt panel will come on To momentarily activate the high beams as a passing signal pull the lever slightly toward you and release it when you have completed the signal Day time Running Light D R L Syste...

Страница 27: ...the hazard warning lights All four turn signal lights and both turn signal in dicators will flash simultaneously To turn off the lights push the switch again Use the hazard warning lights to warn oth...

Страница 28: ...windshield with the wipers or you can damage the windshield and the wiper blades Always wet the windshield with washer fluid before operating the wipers Clear ice or packed snow from the wiper blades...

Страница 29: ...l and the set speed will be maintained With the cruise control on you can in crease speed for passing by using the ac celerator pedal When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will return to...

Страница 30: ...turned off each time the ignition switch is turned off 60A23 03070 HORN To Resume a Previously Set Speed After canceling cruise control operation without turning off the instrument panel switch you c...

Страница 31: ...7 Temperature Gauge 4 7 Instrument Light Brightness Control 4 7 Rear Window Wiper Washer Switch If Equipped 4 8 Rear Window Defroster Switch If Equipped 4 8 Cigarette Lighter and Ashtray 4 8 Clock If...

Страница 32: ...n signal and dimmer switch Windshield wiper and washer switch Hazard warning switch Other switches if equipped Heater control panel Radio if equipped Cigarette lighter if equipped Ashtray Clock if equ...

Страница 33: ...eter Odometer Trip meter Trip meter reset knob Fuel gauge Temperature gauge Warning and indicator lights Speedometer Odometer Trip meter Trip meter reset knob Tachometer if equipped Fuel gauge Tempera...

Страница 34: ...f the road 3 If you determine that it is safe drive cautiously at low speed to the nearest dealer for repairs or 4 Have the vehicle towed to the nearest dealer for repairs If any of the following cond...

Страница 35: ...uzzer sounds as a reminder if the driver s seat belt is not buckled It is absolutely essential that the driver and passengers wear their seat belts at all times Persons who are not wearing seat belts...

Страница 36: ...sion in the 4 speed mode 3 speeds plus overdrive this light comes on brief ly to let you know the bulb is working When the automatic transmission is con verted to the 3 speed mode overdrive is off wit...

Страница 37: ...osition The speedometer indicates vehicle speed The tachometer indicates engine speed in in km h and miles h The odometer revolutions per minute records the total distance the vehicle has been driven...

Страница 38: ...coolant temperature Under normal driving conditions the in dicator should stay within the normal ac ceptable temperature range between H and C If the indicator goes outside this range and approaches H...

Страница 39: ...To turn off the defroster push the switch again CAUTION Clear ice or snow from the rear win dow and rear wiper blade before us ing the rear wiper Accumulated ice or snow could prevent the wiper blade...

Страница 40: ...ructions below To set the minute display Push the S knob to reset the minute display to zero The hour display may also be affected when the minute display is reset For example times bet ween 1 01 1 29...

Страница 41: ...ANEL 60A23 04130 HEATER SYSTEM The heater system provides heating defrosting and ventilation a Windshield defroster b Side defroster c Side outlet d Center outlet e Floor outlet FRESH AIR 41 4 10 RECI...

Страница 42: ...hat comes out of the air outlets Fan Lever 9 This lever is used to turn on the fan and to select fan speed There are five positions OFF LOW MEDIUM MEDIUM HIGH and HIGH System Operating Instructions Na...

Страница 43: ...oning it will have an A C button located to the right of the air intake lever The air conditioning system can be used to provide cooling and dehumidifying as described below To turn on the air con dit...

Страница 44: ...r even when blowing heated air using the DEFROST or HEATER DEFROST functions NOTE There are two types of air conditioning systems used in SUZUKI vehicles One type uses refrigerant CFC 12 commonly call...

Страница 45: ...M at each push of the button If you hold the button in the frequency changes con tinuously If you hold one side of the manual tuning button down for longer than half a se cond seek tuning is activated...

Страница 46: ...you wish to preset 2 Hold in one of the preset buttons for about two seconds When the station is preset the number of the preset channel appears on the preset chan nel indicator 3 Repeat the above pro...

Страница 47: ...Gearshift Lever 5 2 Transfer Lever 5 3 Free Wheeling Hubs 5 3 Fuel Filler Cap 5 5 Folding Seats 5 6 Canvas Top If Equipped 5 8 Sun Visor 5 24 Interior Light Switch 5 24 Spot Light If Equipped 5 25 Coa...

Страница 48: ...ke set rear brake effec tiveness can be reduced from over heating brake life may be short ened or permanent brake damage may result If the parking brake does not hold the vehicle securely or does not...

Страница 49: ...r SUZUKI dealer Do not ride the brakes by applying them continuously or resting your foot on the pedal This will result in overheating of the brakes which could cause unpredictable braking action long...

Страница 50: ...RATING YOUR VEHICLE section Manual Free Wheeling Hubs Turn both hub dials to the FREE posi tion when you shift the transfer lever to 2H Turning the hubs to the FREE posi tion keeps the front axle comp...

Страница 51: ...provides lubrication to the front axle components When locking and unlocking a hub turn the hub dial all the way until it stops and the two marks are aligned If you set a hub dial to a half engaged po...

Страница 52: ...ee wheeling hubs For fuel filler lid lock LOCK UNLOCK The fuel filler cap is located on the right rear side of the vehicle There are three different types of fuel filler doors One type can be opened b...

Страница 53: ...it is flat 1 Remove the head restraint 2 Slide the seat fully forward 3 Recline the seatback fully NOTE Refer to the HEAD RESTRAINTS section for details on how to raise the head restraint Refer to th...

Страница 54: ...n reverse the procedure used to fold the seat s forward After returning the seat s to the normal position try mov ing the seat and seatback to make sure they are securely latched When returning a rear...

Страница 55: ...w glass slightly opened There are two types of canvas tops the tuck type and the full removal type Both types have two special features a folding sunroof and a removable rear window The tuck type top...

Страница 56: ...id opening the folding sunroof or removing the canvas top when the temperature is below 41 F 5 C Bending or folding the can vas in cold temperatures can cause damage to the canvas Do not run your canv...

Страница 57: ...the radio antenna all the way in then pull back the swing arm as shown in the illustration Make sure that the canvas folds outward as shown 3 Fasten the strap as shown in the il lustration to hold th...

Страница 58: ...t points when you pull the swing arm forward 2 Make sure that you hear a click when you close each of the front lat ches the click indicates that the latch has locked into place Opening and Closing th...

Страница 59: ...ear window 3 Unzip the zipper fully 4 Hang down the rear window rearward 5 Push up the rear window frame lock on the left end and pull the rear window frame rearward 6 Slide the rear window sideward t...

Страница 60: ...nd both corner flaps are fastened or exhaust gas can enter the vehicle Removing and Installing the Side Window For tuck type top To remove the side window 1 Unfasten the top end and rear end of the si...

Страница 61: ...ow on the rear part of the ve hicle body temporarily to engage the zipper end 2 push the end of the zipper all the way in and 3 push in the inner lip of the side win dow inside the canvas top while zi...

Страница 62: ...he canvas top 2 Open the rear window and hang down it inside the luggage com partment 3 Unfasten the snap of the roof side tension straps 4 Unfasten the snaps that secure the canvas top to the roof pi...

Страница 63: ...emove the canvas from the swing arm Return the swing arm forward and hook it securely 7 Pull the tension straps located above the door frame out through the plastic ring 8 Lay the front half of the ca...

Страница 64: ...f the canvas top by pulling the rear end of the bottom corner hook sideways and downward 10 Put the rear bottom corners of the canvas top into the luggage com partment 11 Lower the top bows CAUTION Wh...

Страница 65: ...trap on the left seat belt shoulder anchor bracket To raise the canvas top reverse the procedure used to lower it NOTE After installing the canvas top make sure that the canvas extension is located ou...

Страница 66: ...ipper and remove the rear window To install the rear window reverse the procedure used to remove it Make sure that the end of the zipper is pushed all the way in as shown in the illustration below bef...

Страница 67: ...sten the side window canvas from the side window frames as shown in the above illustration then securely hook the frames back to the vehicle body 5 Unsnap the tension straps located above the door fra...

Страница 68: ...ing arm make sure that all of the hooks especially the two end hooks and both ends of the canvas are com pletely attached Incomplete or im proper installation of the canvas top may damage it 5 21 9 Pu...

Страница 69: ...a clean flat surface with the inside facing up Fold roll and store them as shown in the illustra tion that follows Before folding and rolling up the plastic windows make sure that they are clean so th...

Страница 70: ...pport rods toward the top bow and fasten them securely to the top bow clamps Snap Strap Rubber support if equipped Fold the top bow back and secure it to the vehicle by fastening the strap located at...

Страница 71: ...arm Side window frames Top bow Top bow support rods The sun visors can be pulled down to block glare coming through the wind shield or they can be unhooked and turned to the side to block glare comin...

Страница 72: ...n the light ing operation of the interior light 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...

Страница 73: ...the engine hood 1 Pull the hood release knob located inside the glove box This will disen gage the engine hood lock halfway 2 Push the under hood release lever sideways with your finger as shown in t...

Страница 74: ...e right front seat and the jack handle is secured to the floor under the left front seat To remove the jack turn its shaft counter clockwise and pull the jack out of the storage bracket To stow the ja...

Страница 75: ...rning 6 1 Daily Inspection Checklist 6 1 Starting the Engine 6 2 Using the Transmission 6 2 Using the Transfer Lever 6 8 Braking 6 9 Break In 6 10 Catalytic Converter 6 10 Improving Fuel Economy 6 11...

Страница 76: ...ESH AIR To allow proper operation of your vehicle s ventilation system keep the air inlet grille in front of the windshield clear of snow leaves or other obstructions at all times Keep the exhaust tai...

Страница 77: ...tarter system can be damag ed Do not crank the engine for more than 5 seconds at a time If the engine doesn t start on the first try wait about 5 10 seconds before trying again If the engine does not...

Страница 78: ...se this position to provide extra power when climbing hills or to provide engine braking when going down hills Do not shift into Low 2 at speeds greater than 65 mph 110 km h with the transfer lever in...

Страница 79: ...the overdrive off switch again The switch remains in and the O D OFF indicator light goes off NOTE With the transfer lever in the 4L posi tion the 4 speed automatic transmission will remain in the 3...

Страница 80: ...o provide engine braking when going down hills The transmission can not be downshifted into Low 2 gear at speeds greater than 62 mph 100 km h with the transfer lever in 2H or 4H and can not be shifted...

Страница 81: ...the ON or ACC position 5 Move the return plate rearward until it stops 6 While holding the return plate in the rearward position shift the trans mission lever to the desired position 7 Replace the acc...

Страница 82: ...MPH 31 MPH 15 Km h 50 Km h 12 MPH 43 MPH 19 Km h 69 Km h 25 MPH 56 MPH 40 Km h 90 Km h Reduce your speed and down shift to a lower gear before going down a long or steep hill Down shifting will allow...

Страница 83: ...esired you may shift the transfer lever while the vehicle is moving If your vehicle has automatic free wheel ing hubs stop the vehicle completely shift into 4H then begin driving From 4H to 4L Stop th...

Страница 84: ...ay become poor and unpredictable After driving through water or washing the under side of the vehicle test the brakes while driving at a slow speed to see if they have maintained their normal effectiv...

Страница 85: ...trogen Use of lead ed fuel in vehicles equipped with catalytic converters is prohibited by federal law because lead deactivates the pollutant reducing components of the catalyst system The converter i...

Страница 86: ...r stop signs will consume fuel unnecessarily and shorten engine life Start off slowly Avoid unnecessary stops Avoid unnecessary deceleration and stop ping Try to maintain a slow steady speed whenever...

Страница 87: ...IVING TIPS Important Vehicle Characteristics to Know 7 1 On Pavement Driving 7 2 Off Road Driving 7 3 60A23 08000 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Vehicle Loading 8 1 Trailer Towing 8 2 Towing Your Vehicle...

Страница 88: ...view of the road allowing you to anticipate problems They are not designed for cor nering at the same speed as conventional passenger cars any more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform...

Страница 89: ...the seat belts provided Refer to the SEAT BELTS AND CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS section for instructions on proper use of the seat belts Don t Make Sharp Turns As mentioned before small multipur pose veh...

Страница 90: ...ou have to exit your vehicle on a side hill always get out on the uphill side Wear Your Seatbelt at all Times You and your passengers should use the seatbelts at all times when driving off road For pr...

Страница 91: ...good condition and always maintain the specified tire pressure Refer to TIRES in the INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE section for details Do not use tires other than those specified by SUZUKI Never use dif...

Страница 92: ...o the GVWR and GAWR front and rear listed on the Safety Certification Label If the gross vehicle weight or the load on either axle exceeds these ratings you must remove enough weight to bring the load...

Страница 93: ...se a genuine SUZUKI trailer hitch bracket and trailer hitch available as options or equivalent Never use a bumper hitch or a hitch which attaches to the axle of your vehicle Safety Chains Always attac...

Страница 94: ...railer weights using a vehicle scale and can measure tongue weight using a bathroom scale Gross Trailer Weight is the weight of the trailer plus all cargo in it measured with the trailer disconnected...

Страница 95: ...ross vehicle weight must never exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR listed on the Safe ty Certification Lavel Gross Axle Weight Front and Rear is the weight supported by an individual axle with...

Страница 96: ...gin tow ing in traffic Do not tow in traffic until you are confident that you can handle the vehicle and trailer safely Never exceed posted towing speed limits or 45 mph 72 km h which ever is lower Al...

Страница 97: ...use the follow ing procedure 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 rel...

Страница 98: ...mission AfT or a manual transmission M T and for 4WD vehicles whether it is equipped with manual free wheeling hubs or automatic free wheeling hubs Use the towing instruction table to select the prope...

Страница 99: ...g wheel 2 Release the parking brake 3 Shift into 2nd gear 4 Shift the transfer lever into neutral 5 Set the manual free wheeling hubs to the FREE position Stop towing the vehicle every 200 miles 300 k...

Страница 100: ...wheel 2 Release the parking brake 3 Shift into P park 4 Shift the transfer lever into neutral 5 Set the manual free wheeling hubs to the FREE position Stop towing the vehicle every 200 miles 300 km Wi...

Страница 101: ...rer 2 Set the manual free wheeling hubs to the FREE position 3 Turn the ignition key to the ACC position to unlock the steering wheel 4 Make sure the front wheels are facing straight forward and secur...

Страница 102: ...ly according to the instructions pro vided by the dolly manufacturer 3 Turn the ignition key to the ACC position to unlock the steering wheel 4 Make sure the front wheels are facing straight forward a...

Страница 103: ...lly manufacturer 2 Turn the ignition key to the ACC position to unlock the steering wheel 3 Make sure the front wheels are facing straight forward and secure the steer ing wheel with a steering wheel...

Страница 104: ...ended Under Severe Driving Conditions 9 5 Fan Belt 9 7 Engine Oil and Filter 9 7 Gear Oil 9 10 Automatic Transmission Fluid 9 13 Engine Coolant 9 14 Windshield Washer Fluid 9 16 Air Cleaner 9 16 Spark...

Страница 105: ...and other fluids away from children and pets Dispose of used fluids proper ly never pour them on the ground into sewers etc NOTICE For U S A Maintenance replacement or repair of the emission control d...

Страница 106: ...hange Fluid hose linkage Item 9 I inspect for wear and proper lubrication The rear shock absorber is filled with high pressure gas Never attempt to dis assemble it or throw it into a fire Avoid storin...

Страница 107: ...tem hoses and connections 6 Engine coolant 7 Exhaust pipes and mountings 8 PCV valve 9 Heated oxygen sensor 10 Three way catalytic converter 11 EVAP canister 12 Emission related hoses tubes 13 EGR sys...

Страница 108: ...lash clearance 4 Engine oil and oil filter 5 Cooling system hoses and connections 6 Engine coolant 7 Exhaust pipes and mountings 8 PCV valve 9 Heated Oxygen sensor 10 Catalytic converter 11 Charcoal...

Страница 109: ...and oil filter Exhaust pipes and mountings Air cleaner filter element 1 Distributor cap and Ignition wiring 2 Brake discs and pads Front Brake drums and shoes Rear Propeller shafts Maintenance Operat...

Страница 110: ...Operation R R 4 speed A T 3 speed A T R T I I Maintenance Interval Every 15 000 miles 25 000 km or 15 months Every 15 000 miles 25 000 km or 15 months Every 52 500 miles 87 500 km or 52 5 months Ever...

Страница 111: ...an belt should also be examined to ensure that it is not damaged If the belt needs to be replaced or adjusted have it done by your SUZUKI dealer Specified oil Be sure that the engine oil you use comes...

Страница 112: ...h a clean cloth insert the dipstick all the way into the engine then remove it again The oil on the stick should be between the upper and lower limits shown on the stick If the oil level indication is...

Страница 113: ...To minimize your exposure to used oil wear a long sleeve shirt and moisture proof gloves such as dishwashing gloves when changing oil If oil con tacts your skin wash thoroughly with soap and water Lau...

Страница 114: ...st 5 minutes 3 Stop the engine and wait a few min utes Check the oil level again and add oil if necessary Check for leaks again A CAUTION When replacing the oil filter it is recommended that you use a...

Страница 115: ...poid gear oil GL 5 Hypoid gear oil CAPACITY 3 2 pt 1 5 liter 3 6 pt 1 7 liter 2 1 pt 1 0 liter 4 6 pt 2 2 liter 5 if equipped Specified Gear Oil When replacing gear oil use the appro priate viscosity...

Страница 116: ...plug1 2 Remove the drain plug drain the oil and reinstall the drain plug 3 Pour new gear oil of the specified type through the filler hole until the oil level reaches the bottom of the filler hole 4...

Страница 117: ...a long time at high speed if you have driven in city traf fic in hot weather or if the vehicle has been pulling a trailer Wait until the fluid cools down about 30 minutes or the fluid indicator will n...

Страница 118: ...ized SUZUKI dealer Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level at the reserve tank not at the radiator With the engine cool the engine coolant level should be between the FULL and LOW ma...

Страница 119: ...cap Wait until any pressure is released then press down on the cap and continue turning it to the left It is hazardous to remove the radiator cap when the engine coolant tem perature is high because s...

Страница 120: ...e replaced with the vehicle on level ground Check that there is washer fluid in the tank Refill it if necessary Use a good quality windshield washer fluid diluted with water as necessary Do not use an...

Страница 121: ...s with a wire or pin and ad just the spark plug gap to 0 7 0 8 mm 0 028 0 031 in 8 valve engine model 16 valve engine model LOOSEN A CAUTION When disconnecting the spark plug cables pull on the boot n...

Страница 122: ...MAX and MIN lines If the brake fluid level is near the MIN line fill it up to the MAX line with DOT 3 brake fluid Failure to follow the guidelines below can result in personal injury or serious damage...

Страница 123: ...all when the pedal is de pressed with approximately 30 kg 66 lbs of force The minimum distance re quired is 5 1 in 130 mm Since your vehicle s brake system is self adjusting there is no need for pedal...

Страница 124: ...istance The play should be between 10 30 mm 0 4 1 2 in Check that the steering wheel turns easily and smoothly without rattl ing by turning it all the way to the right and to the left whrle driving ve...

Страница 125: ...clutch pedal with your hand and measuring the distance it moves until you feel slight resistance The play in the clutch pedal should be between 15 25 mm 0 6 1 0 in If the play is more or less than th...

Страница 126: ...s When the indicators appear on the tread surface the remaining depth of the tread is 0 06 in 1 6 mm or less and the tire should be replaced 3 Check for abnormal wear cracks and damage Any tires with...

Страница 127: ...ion To avoid uneven wear of your tires and to prolong their life rotate the tires as il lustrated Tires should be rotated every 7 500 miles 12 500 km as recommend ed in the periodic maintenance schedu...

Страница 128: ...t to cause a short circuit by allowing metal objects to contact the battery posts and the vehicle at the same time To avoid harm to yourself or damage to your vehicle or battery follow the jump starti...

Страница 129: ...the engine compartment If the main fuse blows no electrical com ponent will function If a primary fuse blows no electrical component in the corresponding load group will function When replacing the ma...

Страница 130: ...finger right after being turned off This is true especially for halogen headligh bulbs Replace the bulbs after they be come cool enough The headlight bulbs are filled with pressurized halogen gas The...

Страница 131: ...if equipped Remove the spot light housing by remov ing the two screws in front of the hous ing The bulb can be removed by simply pulling it out When replacing the bulb make sure that the contact spri...

Страница 132: ...it counterclockwise To install a new bulb push it in and turn it clockwise To remove a bulb holder from a light housing turn the holder counterclock wise and pull it out To install the holder push th...

Страница 133: ...tboard end then push in the other end Outboard Side door Side marker light for rear light of 2 door hard top model Undo the screw securing the light hous ing to the vehicle body and remove the housing...

Страница 134: ...A CAUTION To avoid scratching or breaking the window do not let the wiper arm strike the window while replacing the wiper blade NOTE Some wiper blades may be different from the ones described here dep...

Страница 135: ...into place 9 31 6 Reinstall wiper frame to arm making sure that the lock lever is snapped securely into the arm For some rear wipers 1 Hold the arm away from the window 2 Squeeze the lock piece toward...

Страница 136: ...10000 EMERGENCY SERVICE Jacking Instructions 10 1 Jump Starting Instructions 10 2 Towing a Disabled Vehicle 10 3 Emergency Remedies 10 3 60A23 11000 APPEARANCE CARE Corrosion Prevention Vehicle Clean...

Страница 137: ...oss 5 Continue to raise the jack slowly and smoothly until the tire clears the ground Do not raise the vehicle more than necessary Use the jack only to change wheels Never jack up the vehicle on an in...

Страница 138: ...ll for qualified road service A CAUTION Your vehicle should not be started by pushing or towing This starting method could result in permanent damage to the catalytic converter Use jumper cables to st...

Страница 139: ...ING section A CAUTION If vehicle damage such as steering or drivetrain damage inability to release automatic free wheeling hubs etc prevent normal use of the towing pro cedures for your vehicle descri...

Страница 140: ...tops boiling before you proceed If the temperature indication does not come down to within the normal accep table range 1 Turn off the engine and check that the water pump belt and pulleys are not dam...

Страница 141: ...ly The best way to preserve the finish on your vehicle and to help avoid corrosion is to keep it clean with frequent washing Wash your vehicle at least once during the winter and once immediately afte...

Страница 142: ...or around exhaust system components such as the catalytic converter ex haust pipes etc A fire could be started if the undercoating substance becomes overheated Cover your vehicle If you can not regul...

Страница 143: ...body Washing Never attempt to wash and wax your vehicle with the engine run ning When cleaning the underside of the body and fender where there may be sharp edged parts you should wear gloves and a l...

Страница 144: ...are so pliable that they can be scratched if special care is not taken Care for your windows as outlined below To wipe off dust use a soft cotton cloth dampened with clean water Move the cloth in one...

Страница 145: ...GENERAL INFORMATION 60A23 12000 GENERAL INFORMATION Identification Numbers 12 1 Safety Certification Label 12 2 Emission Compliance Label 12 2 Warranties 12 2 Reporting Safety Defects 12 3 147...

Страница 146: ...found in the two locations shown in the 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 infor...

Страница 147: ...formation needed to perform an engine tune up on your vehicle 60A23 12040 WARRANTIES The warranties covering your vehicle are explained in a separate New Vehicle War ranty Information booklet given to...

Страница 148: ...ividual problems between you your dealer or American Suzuki Motor Corp To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in Wash ington D C area or w...

Страница 149: ...METER WIPER WASHER REAR DEF TURN BACK HEATER HEAD R HEAD L TAIL DOME STOP HORN HAZARD Rear Wheel Anti lock Brake System Right Side Headlamp Left Side Headlamp High Beam Indicator Dome Lamp Rear Park R...

Страница 150: ...Fl AIR COND MAIN FUSE AIR COND COLOR SIZE AMPS YELLOW 20 BLUE 15 TAN 0 3 mm2 fusible link YELLOW 20 PROTECTED CIRCUIT Rear Wheel Anti Lock Brake System Electronic Fuel Injection System Air conditionin...

Страница 151: ...in 1 630mm 64 2 in 4WD 1 654mm 65 1 in 2WD 1 633mm 64 3 in 2 200mm 86 6 in 1 395mm 54 9 in 1 400mm 55 1 in 4WD 200mm 7 9 in 2WD 192mm 7 6 in DX 1 135 kg 2 502 lbs 2 DOOR HARDTOP See the safety certifi...

Страница 152: ...ilot warning indicator High mount stop light G16A G16B G16A G16B lights ALL MODELS G16A 8 valve SOHC or G16B 16 valve SOHC 4 75 0mm 2 95 in 90 0mm 3 54 in 1590cm3 1590cc 97 0 cu in 8 9 1 G16A 9 5 1 G1...

Страница 153: ...30 1 30 Manual Transmission 5 3 L 11 2 9 3 US Imp pt Automatic Transmission 5 2 L 11 0 9 2 US Imp pt 42 L 11 1 9 2 US Imp gal 2 DOOR 55 L 14 5 12 1 US Imp gal 4 DOOR 4 5 L 9 5 7 9 US Imp pt 4 2 L 8 9...

Страница 154: ...ild Restraint Systems 2 12 Cigarette Lighter 4 8 Clock 4 9 Clutch Pedal 9 21 Clutch Pedal 5 1 157 Coat Hook 5 25 Corrosion Prevention 11 1 D Daily Inspection Checklist 6 1 Day Night Rearview Mirror 2...

Страница 155: ...Jacking Instructions 10 1 Jump Starting Instructions 10 2 K Keys 2 1 15 2 L Lane Change Signal 3 4 Lighting Control Lever 3 3 Lights On Reminder 3 3 M Maintenance 9 0 Maintenance Schedule 9 1 Malfunct...

Страница 156: ...arting The Engine 6 2 Steering Wheel 9 20 Sun Visor 5 24 159 Tachometer 4 6 Temperature Gauge 4 7 Tilt Steering Lock Lever 3 5 Tire Changing Tools 5 27 Tire Rotation 9 23 Tires 9 21 Towing 8 2 Towing...

Страница 157: ...INDEX Wiper Blades 9 30 3 Speed Automatic Transmission 6 2 4 Speed Automatic Transmission 6 4 4WD Indicator Light 4 5 15 4 160...

Страница 158: ...Prepared by SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION Automobile Department Overseas Service Division June 1994 Part No 99011 60A26 03E Printed in Japan TP160...

Страница 159: ...or SH or SH ILSAC GF 1 For further details see ENGINE OIL AND FILTER in the INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE section Brake and clutch fluid DOT3 Automatic transmission fluid An equivalent of DEXRON III Tire...

Страница 160: ...Well this is my contribution to all the VITARA owners Scanned and OCR d with ABBY Finereeader 7 0 Pro by JimmyZ Thassos Greece 2005 02 08...

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