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  • Page 9 MARUTI SUZUKI INDIA LIMITED new MARUTI SUZUKI and review the reserves the right to make production manual from time to time. It contains MARUTI SUZUKI INDIA LIMITED changes at any time, without notice and important information on safety, operation without incurring any obligation to and maintenance.
  • Page 10 Consult your NOTICE authorised Maruti Suzuki workshop Indicates a potential hazard that or qualified service technician for could result in vehicle damage. advice. NOTICE NOTE: Indicates special information to make Severe damage may be caused by maintenance easier or instructions clearer.
  • Page 11: Warranty Policy

    (3) Maruti Suzuki Warranty Obligation: ries. If any defect(s) should be found in a Maruti Suzuki vehicle within Any vehicle on which parts or accessories not approved by the term stipulated above, Maruti Suzuki’s only obligation is to Maruti Suzuki have been used.
  • Page 12 This warranty is the entire written warranty given by Maruti Suzuki cerning replacement of the “Owner’s Manual and Service Book- for Maruti Suzuki vehicles and no dealer or its or his agent or let”. employee is authorised to extend or enlarge this warranty and no...
  • Page 13 EMISSION WARRANTY POLICY 3. The method of examination for deciding the warranty of the parts will be at the sole discretion of Maruti Suzuki and it’s dealer and results of the examination will be final and binding. Maruti Suzuki offers the Emission Warranty on all Maruti Suzuki...
  • Page 14 1. In the absence of valid PUC certificate. 9. PCV (Positive Crankcase Ventilation) Valve. 10. Oil Filler Cap. 2. Vehicle not serviced from Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop as per the schedule specified in this Owner’s Manual and Ser- 11. Catalytic Convertor.
  • Page 15: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS FUEL RECOMMENDATION BEFORE DRIVING OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE DRIVING TIPS OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE EMERGENCY SERVICE APPEARANCE CARE GENERAL INFORMATION SPECIFICATIONS SERVICE NETWORK 82PH0-74E...
  • Page 17: Fuel Recommendation

    FUEL RECOMMENDATION FUEL RECOMMENDATION Fuel Recommendation ............1-1 53MH0-74E...
  • Page 18 If fuel is from the use of such fuels are not the spilled on the vehicle body, wipe it up responsibility of MARUTI SUZUKI and may immediately. Fuels containing alco- not be covered under the New Vehicle hol can cause paint damage, which is Warranty.
  • Page 19: Before Driving

    BEFORE DRIVING BEFORE DRIVING Keys ..................2-1 Ignition Key Reminder (if equipped) ......... 2-2 Door Locks ................2-2 Keyless Entry System (if equipped) ........2-5 Windows ................2-10 Mirrors .................. 2-11 Front Seats ................2-12 Rear Seats ................2-13 Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems ......2-14 Supplemental Restraint System (air bags) (if equipped) ............
  • Page 20: Keys

    The key communi- the ignition switch when using your cates the identification code to the vehicle MARUTI SUZUKI, or the engine may not when the key is turned to the “ON” posi- be started because they may interfere tion.
  • Page 21: Ignition Key Reminder (If Equipped)

    BEFORE DRIVING Ignition Key Reminder Door Locks Side Door Locks (if equipped) (if equipped) A buzzer sounds intermittently to remind LOCK UNLOCK you to remove the ignition key if it is in the ignition switch when the driver’s door is opened.
  • Page 22 BEFORE DRIVING Central Door Locking System To lock a rear door from outside the vehi- (if equipped) cle, push the lock knob down and close the door. You do not need to pull and hold the Driver’s door door handle as you close the door. EXAMPLE EXAMPLE LOCK...
  • Page 23 BEFORE DRIVING Child-Proof Locks (rear door) Tailgate EXAMPLE EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 53M-04-009 53M-04-007 53M-04-008 You can also unlatch the tailgate by pulling (1) LOCK the release lever (if equipped) located on To open the tailgate, insert the key and (2) UNLOCK turn it clockwise to unlatch and lift the tail- the outboard side of the driver’s seat.
  • Page 24: Keyless Entry System (If Equipped)

    BEFORE DRIVING Keyless Entry System (if • If you lose any of the transmitters (keys), GENERAL FEATURES contact your MARUTI SUZUKI autho- equipped) Illuminated Entry rised dealer as soon as possible for When vehicle is unlocked, the room lamp erasing the transmitter ID from vehicle...
  • Page 25 BEFORE DRIVING PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES Auto Unlock Mode EXAMPLE Drive unlock can be set to Auto Unlock System has some features which can be mode or can be turned OFF. When set to programmed by user according to their Auto Unlock mode, turning Ignition ON to choice.
  • Page 26 BEFORE DRIVING Programming Auto Lock/Unlock Mode a) When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position and the vehicle is stationary, push the odometer/trip meter/meter illu- mination selector knob, to switch the information display indication to the odometer reading. b) Push and hold the odometer/trip meter/ meter illumination selector knob until the display shows “A-LOC”.
  • Page 27 (2) and pry WARNING advisable to get battery replaced from it open. MARUTI SUZUKI Authorized workshop. Swallowing a lithium battery may cause 4) Replace the battery (3) (Lithium disc serious internal injury. Do not allow...
  • Page 28 BEFORE DRIVING TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOMS PROBABLE CAUSES REMEDIES Transmitter function (Unlock/Lock/Car 1) Battery of the transmitter is weak. 1) Check the battery. Locator) not working 2) Transmitter is exposed to water or it is 2) Dry the transmitter and check it. wet.
  • Page 29: Windows

    BEFORE DRIVING Windows Electric Window Controls EXAMPLE (if equipped) Manual Window Control The electric windows can only be operated (if equipped) when the ignition switch is in the “ON” posi- tion. EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 81A009 To open a window, push the top part of the 53M-04-016 switch and to close the window, lift up the Raise or lower the door windows by turning...
  • Page 30: Mirrors

    BEFORE DRIVING Mirrors Type 1 WARNING EXAMPLE Inside Rearview Mirror • To avoid injuring an occupant by window entrapment, be sure no EXAMPLE part of the occupant’s body such as hands or head is in the path of the electric windows when closing them.
  • Page 31: Front Seats

    BEFORE DRIVING Front Seats Adjusting Seat Position adjustment lever and slide the seat forward or rearward. Type 1 Seat Adjustment After adjustment, try to move the seat for- ward and rearward to ensure that it is WARNING securely latched. Adjusting Seatbacks Never attempt to adjust the driver’s seat or seatback while driving.
  • Page 32: Rear Seats

    BEFORE DRIVING Rear Seats EXAMPLE WARNING Folding Rear Seat If you need to carry cargo in the pas- senger compartment with the rear The rear seat of your vehicle can be folded seat back folded forward, be sure to forward to provide additional cargo space. secure the cargo or it may be thrown To fold the rear seat forward: about, causing injury.
  • Page 33: Seat Belts And Child Restraint Systems

    BEFORE DRIVING Seat Belts and Child Restraint NOTICE Systems • When returning the rear seatback to the normal position, do not allow EXAMPLE any foreign material to enter the lock opening. This may prevent the seatback from being locked securely. •...
  • Page 34 BEFORE DRIVING EXAMPLE EXAMPLE EXAMPLE as low as possible across the hips Above the pelvis Across the pelvis 65D606 65D201 65D199 WARNING WARNING WARNING (Continued) • Never allow persons to ride in the (Continued) • Pregnant women should use seat cargo area of a vehicle.
  • Page 35 BEFORE DRIVING Lap-Shoulder Belt Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) WARNING WARNING (if equipped) (Continued) (Continued) The seat belt has an emergency locking • Never use the same seat belt on • For children, if the shoulder belt retractor (ELR), which is designed to lock more than one occupant and never irritates the neck or face, move the the seat belt only during a sudden stop or...
  • Page 36 BEFORE DRIVING All Seat Belts Except Rear Center EXAMPLE EXAMPLE All seat belts except rear center are the lap-shoulder belt. Low on hips EXAMPLE 60A040 60A039 To reduce the risk of sliding under the belt To unfasten the seat belt, push the button during a collision, position the lap portion on the buckle and retract the belt slowly of the belt across your lap as low on your...
  • Page 37 BEFORE DRIVING Seat Belt Hanger the belt. The latch plate should then be TO TIGHTEN refitted into the buckle and the belt tight- ened as previously described. To unfasten the belt, press the release but- ton on the buckle catch. Low on hips EXAMPLE EXAMPLE...
  • Page 38 BEFORE DRIVING Seat Belt Inspection Child Restraint Systems Child restraint EXAMPLE EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 53M-04-041 53M-04-043 53M-04-040 Booster seat Infant restraint Periodically inspect the seat belts to make sure they work properly and are not dam- EXAMPLE EXAMPLE aged. Check the webbing, buckles, latch plates, retractors, anchorages, and guide loops.
  • Page 39 BEFORE DRIVING MARUTI SUZUKI highly recommends that WARNING EXAMPLE you use a child restraint system to restrain infants and small children. Many different If your vehicle is equipped with a types of child restraint systems are avail- front passenger air bag, do not install able;...
  • Page 40 BEFORE DRIVING Child Restraint System for India Child Restraint The suitability of each passenger’s seat position for carriage of children and fitting of child restraint system is shown in the table below. Whenever you carry children up to 12 years of age, properly use the child restraints which conform to AIS 072, the standard for child restraints, referring to the table.
  • Page 41: Supplemental Restraint System (Air Bags) (If Equipped)

    “AIR BAG” light stays on, or comes on while driving, the air bag system may not work properly. Have the air bag system inspected by an authorized MAR- UTI SUZUKI dealer as soon as possible. 2-22 53MH0-74E...
  • Page 42 BEFORE DRIVING Front Air Bag (Driver side) Frontal collision range EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 53M-04-055 • In collisions such as above at an angle of about 30 degrees (1) or less from the 53M-04-053 front. Front air bag is designed to inflate in 53M-04-051 severe frontal collisions.
  • Page 43 BEFORE DRIVING 53M-04-062 53M-04-057 53M-04-060 • Approximately 50 km/h (30 mph) or • Falling into a deep hole or ditch • Collision from the side lower speed frontal collision to a stopped vehicle 53M-04-058 • Landing hard or falling 53M-04-061 •...
  • Page 44 BEFORE DRIVING EXAMPLE 53M-04-067 • Collision angle is offset from the vehicle angle (offset collision) 53M-04-064 Front air bags are not designed to inflate • Collision with a utility pole or stumpage in rear impacts, side impacts, rollovers or minor frontal collisions, since they would offer no protection in those types of acci- 58MS030 dents.
  • Page 45 BEFORE DRIVING Air bag symbol (if equipped) meaning vated. The air bag will neither hinder your WARNING view nor make it harder to exit the vehicle. EXAMPLE If the AIR BAG light in the instrument Air bags must inflate quickly and forcefully cluster ever comes on and stays on, in order to reduce the chance of serious or it means that something may be...
  • Page 46 The module records information service work on your MARUTI SUZUKI. Do about overall system status, which sensors not touch air bag system components or activated the deployment, and for a certain wires.
  • Page 47: Instrument Cluster

    BEFORE DRIVING Instrument Cluster Type 1 ALTO 800 EXAMPLE (1) Speedometer (2) Odometer/Trip meter (3) Odometer/Trip meter/Meter illumination selector knob (4) Fuel gauge (5) Warning and indicator lights 53M-04-069 Type 2 EXAMPLE 53MH0237 2-28 53MH0-74E...
  • Page 48 BEFORE DRIVING Instrument Cluster without tachometer EXAMPLE ALTO K10 (1) Speedometer (2) information display (3) Odometer/Trip meter/Meter illumination selector knob (4) Fuel gauge (5) Warning and indicator lights (6) Tachometer (if equipped) 53M-04-070 with tachometer EXAMPLE (3) (5) 53M-04-071 2-29 53MH0-74E...
  • Page 49: Warning And Indicator Lights

    If any of the following conditions occur, you should immediately ask 1) Pull off the road and stop carefully. your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer to WARNING inspect the brake system. • If the brake system warning light Remember that stopping distance...
  • Page 50 Bring the vehicle to your MARUTI SUZUKI The light will come on and stay on if there ignition mode to “ON” so you can check the dealer to have the damage fixed.
  • Page 51 Check the oil level and add oil if necessary. If there is enough oil, the lubrication sys- tem should be inspected by your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer before you drive the vehi- cle again. 53M-04-079 53M-04-077...
  • Page 52 Have speed and / or engine revolution. No gear the vehicle inspected by MARUTI SUZUKI shifting is required. authorized dealer. NOTE:...
  • Page 53: Speedometer

    BEFORE DRIVING Turn Signal Indicators Front Fog Light Switch (if Speedometer equipped) ALTO 800 Type 1 EXAMPLE 53M-04-084 53M-04-086 When you turn on the left or right turn sig- nals, the corresponding green arrow on the The front fog light comes on when front fog instrument panel will flash along with the light operates.
  • Page 54: Fuel Gauge

    BEFORE DRIVING ALTO K10 Fuel Gauge With tachometer EXAMPLE Type 1 ALTO 800 EXAMPLE Type 1 EXAMPLE 53M-04-092 Automated Manual Transaxle EXAMPLE 53M-04-090 Type 2 EXAMPLE 53M-04-088 Type 2 EXAMPLE 53MH0239 ALTO K10 Without tachometer 53M-04-093 EXAMPLE When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, this gauge gives an approximate indication of the amount of fuel in the fuel tank.
  • Page 55: Information Display

    BEFORE DRIVING Information Display ALTO K10 When the fuel meter indicator shows only one segment to “E”, refill the tank as soon Manual transaxle ALTO 800 as possible. Without tachometer EXAMPLE NOTE: EXAMPLE • If the last segment blinks, it means that the fuel is almost empty.
  • Page 56 BEFORE DRIVING With tachometer tor and meter illumination control knob (3) to advance the hour display. Release EXAMPLE the indication selector and meter illumi- nation control knob (3) for 5 seconds to set the hour display. Odometer/Trip meter (2) The odometer/trip meter is shown when the ignition switch is in the “ON”...
  • Page 57: Lighting Control Lever

    BEFORE DRIVING Meter illumination control Lighting Control Lever When the ignition switch is turned to “ON” and the position lights, tail lights and/or the headlights are on, the display shows four EXAMPLE types of indication; odometer (A), trip meter A (B), trip meter B (C), clock (D) and indication of illumination intensity (E).
  • Page 58 BEFORE DRIVING Lighting Operation OFF (1) Type 2 All lights are off. EXAMPLE Type 1 EXAMPLE Front position lights, tail lights, license plate light and instrument lights are on, but headlights are off. Front position lights, tail lights, license plate light, instrument lights and head lights are on.
  • Page 59: Headlight Leveling Switch

    BEFORE DRIVING Headlight Leveling Switch Normal turn signal Driver + 4 Type 1 passen- gers, EXAMPLE Cargo added Driver + Full cargo Turn Signal Control Lever EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 53M-04-111 53M-04-109 Move the lever all the way upward or down- Level the headlight beam according to the ward to signal.
  • Page 60: Hazard Warning Switch

    BEFORE DRIVING Lane change signal Hazard Warning Switch Windshield Wiper and Washer Lever Type 1 EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 53M-04-113 EXAMPLE Type 2 53MH0227 EXAMPLE Push in the hazard warning switch to acti- 65D611 vate the hazard warning lights. All turn sig- nal lights and both turn signal indicators WARNING will flash simultaneously.
  • Page 61 BEFORE DRIVING Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer NOTICE EXAMPLE EXAMPLE To help prevent damage to the wind- shield wiper and washer system components, you should take the fol- lowing precautions: • Do not continue to hold in the lever when there windshield washer fluid being sprayed or the washer motor can be damaged.
  • Page 62: Horn

    BEFORE DRIVING Horn EXAMPLE 53MH0230 Press the horn button of the steering wheel to sound the horn. The horn will sound with the ignition switch in any position. 2-43 53MH0-74E...
  • Page 63: Operating Your Vehicle

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust Gas Warning ............3-1 Daily Inspection Checklist ..........3-1 Engine Oil Consumption ............ 3-2 Ignition Switch ..............3-3 Parking Brake Lever ............3-5 Pedal ..................3-6 Starting the Engine ............. 3-7 Using the Transaxle ............3-7 Braking .................
  • Page 64: Exhaust Gas Warning

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust Gas Warning Daily Inspection Checklist WARNING Before Driving EXAMPLE (Continued) • Do not park with the engine run- EXAMPLE ning for a long period of time, even in an open area. If it is necessary to sit for a short time in a parked vehi- cle with the engine running, make sure the air intake selector is set to...
  • Page 65: Engine Oil Consumption

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Consumption 4) Make sure the hood is fully closed and latches, hinges & locks” of “CHASSIS latched. AND BODY” in the “Periodic Mainte- It is normal for the engine to consume 5) Check the headlights, turn signal lights, nance Schedule”...
  • Page 66: Ignition Switch

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Ignition Switch You should also be aware that the diluting EXAMPLE ingredients evaporate out when the vehicle is subsequently driven at high speeds, EXAMPLE such as on an expressway, making it appear that oil is excessively consumed after high-speed driving.
  • Page 67 MAR- while turning the key. UTI SUZUKI dealer. • Do not leave the ignition switch in the “ON” position if the engine is Accessories such as the radio can oper- not running as the battery will dis- ate, but the engine is off.
  • Page 68: Parking Brake Lever

    Automated manual transaxle - inspected immediately by an autho- shift into reverse or first gear and rized MARUTI SUZUKI dealer. check the gear position indicator in the instrument cluster to make sure that the transaxle is engaged...
  • Page 69: Pedal

    Depressing the accelerator pedal braking. increases power output and speed. Brake Pedal (2) 80J2121 Auto Gear Shift Your MARUTI SUZUKI vehicle is equipped with front disc brakes and rear drum EXAMPLE brakes. Depressing brake pedal applies both sets of brakes.
  • Page 70: Starting The Engine

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Starting the Engine Starting a Cold and Warm Engine Using the Transaxle With your foot off the accelerator pedal, Before Starting the Engine Manual Transaxle crank the engine by turning the ignition key to “START”. Release the key when the engine starts.
  • Page 71 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Downshifting maximum allowable WARNING NOTICE speeds • Reduce your speed and downshift • To help avoid clutch damage, do For F8D engine to a lower gear before going down not use the clutch pedal as a foot- a long or steep hill.
  • Page 72 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Starting the engine NOTE: If the driver’s door is opened and/or the EXAMPLE When starting the engine, always place the parking brake lever is engaged with the gearshift lever in the “N” position and gear in the “M”, “D” or “R” position, the depress the brake pedal firmly.
  • Page 73 In this case, ask your MAR- transaxle vehicle with accelerator then shift to “D” again. UTI SUZUKI dealer to inspect the and brake pedals depressed together Auto Gear Shift system as soon as will cause overheating of the clutch.
  • Page 74 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Starting off on an uphill/downhill: Upshift and downshift: clutch will be engaged when the vehicle speed increases. Uphill Upshifting Using engine braking: 1) Apply the parking brake firmly so that the vehicle does not roll backwards. When driving on a downhill slope, down- 2) Shift the gearshift lever to the “D”...
  • Page 75 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Downshifting WARNING • Be careful when accelerating, upshifting, downshifting or braking on a slippery surface. Sudden acceleration engine braking could cause the vehicle to spin or 76MH0A061 skid. The gear position is displayed on the gear • To drive down a long or steep hill, position indicator.
  • Page 76 In ation with the gearshift lever in the they do not indicate a malfunction. this case, ask your MARUTI SUZUKI “M” or “D” position. If you perform • The “N” indicator will flash, the depress...
  • Page 77 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Starting off on an uphill/downhill You should depress the brake pedal and depressed, the clutch will be engaged shift the gearshift lever to “N” position, slope: when the vehicle speed increases. then shift to “R” position again a few sec- Backing up Uphill onds later.
  • Page 78 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE • If the gearshift lever is in the “M” posi- 3) turn the ignition switch to “LOCK” posi- NOTICE tion, the gear will be downshifted to 1st tion. when the vehicle stops. • On a slope, never hold the vehicle NOTE: •...
  • Page 79: Braking

    The braking distance needed, for and then ask your MARUTI SUZUKI example, at 60 km/h (37 mph) will be dealer to inspect your vehicle. Other-...
  • Page 80 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE senses that the wheels are locking up. You WARNING WARNING may feel the brake pedal moves a little while the ABS is operating. If water gets into the brake drums, Even without reserve power in the brake performance may become poor NOTE: brake system, you can still stop the and unpredictable.
  • Page 81 However, remember that Ask your SUZUKI dealer to inspect change braking pressure several times ABS will not compensate for bad the ABS system immediately. If the each second to prevent the wheels from road or weather conditions or poor ABS system becomes inoperative, locking.
  • Page 83: Driving Tips

    DRIVING TIPS DRIVING TIPS Running-in ................4-1 Catalytic Converter ............. 4-1 Improving Fuel Economy ........... 4-2 Highway Driving ..............4-3 Driving on Hills ..............4-3 Driving on Slippery Roads ..........4-4 Do’s and Dont’s for Safe Driving ........4-4 Margin for Safety ..............4-4 60G409 53MH0-74E...
  • Page 84: Running-In

    DRIVING TIPS Running-in Catalytic Converter EXAMPLE 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 68PHM4001 observe the following precautions during the initial 960 km of vehicle WARNING operation.
  • Page 85: Improving Fuel Economy

    DRIVING TIPS Improving Fuel Economy NOTICE EXAMPLE The following instructions will help you To avoid damaging catalyst or other improve fuel economy. vehicle damage: Avoid excessive idling • Maintain the engine in the proper operating condition. If you are to wait for more than a minute •...
  • Page 86: Highway Driving

    DRIVING TIPS Keep the air cleaner clean Highway Driving Driving on Hills EXAMPLE When driving at high 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.
  • Page 87: Driving On Slippery Roads

    DRIVING TIPS Driving on Slippery Roads Tire Chains WARNING Tire chains should only be used if they are EXAMPLE Try not to hold the brake pedal down needed to increase traction or are required too long or too often while going by law.
  • Page 88 Driving On Wet Roads to consult your authorised Maruti • Never use oversized tires or spe- Suzuki workshop or a roadside assis- cial shock absorbers and springs tance service. If a towing service is not CAUTION to raise (jack up) your vehicle.
  • Page 89 DRIVING TIPS 72F08008 82PHM04001 72F08002 Do’s and Dont’s for Safe 3) Turn ON the turn signal at least 30 3) Before moving, look around your vehi- meters before making a turn or chang- Driving cle to confirm safety. ing the lane so as not to be hit. 4) Don’t accelerate suddenly, since it is 4) Before entering a corner, decelerate to dangerous and wastes fuel.
  • Page 90 DRIVING TIPS Braking 72F08015 9) Do not attempt sharp handling during high speed driving. You may lose your 72F08012 control over your vehicle. 10)When overtaking or changing lanes Use foot brake in three stages while driving at a high speed, keep 1.
  • Page 91 DRIVING TIPS Night time driving Margin for Safety 3) Don’t use headlights on high beam unless its use is inevitable. It may cause visual impairment to the driver of the It is important to allow yourself a margin for oncoming vehicle or the vehicle ahead safety during driving so that you can cope of you, which may cause an accident.
  • Page 93: Other Controls And Equipment

    OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System (if equipped) ................. 5-1 Fuel Filler Cap ..............5-6 Engine Hood ................ 5-7 Sun Visor ................5-8 Interior Light Switch ............5-8 Accessory Socket (if equipped) ......... 5-9 Assist Grips (if equipped) ..........
  • Page 94: Manual Heating And Air Conditioning System (If Equipped)

    OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System (if equipped) Side outlet ALTO 800 EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 53MM05001 ALTO K10 EXAMPLE 53M-07-003 53MM05002 When “Open”, air comes out regardless of (1) Windshield defroster outlet the air flow selector position. (2) Side defroster outlet (3) Side outlet (4) Center outlet...
  • Page 95 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Description of Controls Temperature selector (1) ALTO K10 This is used to select the temperature by ALTO 800 turning the selector. Blower speed selector (2) This is used to turn on the blower and to select blower speed by turning the selec- EXAMPLE tor.
  • Page 96 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT HEAT & DEFROST (d) ALTO K10 air from the floor outlets and the air from the center and side outlets will be the ALTO 800 same temperature. HEAT (c) ALTO 800 EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 53M-07-016 Temperature-controlled air comes out of 53MH0508 the windshield defroster outlets, the side ALTO K10...
  • Page 97 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Fresh Air (f) Head cooled/Feet warmed heating Less operation of the compressor results in better fuel economy. Select BI-LEVEL and FRESH AIR, the When this mode is selected by moving the temperature selector to the desired tem- lever to right, outside air is used.
  • Page 98 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT tion, an indicator light will come on when NOTE: Maintenance the air conditioning system is on. To turn Because the air conditioner dehumidifies If you do not use the air conditioner for a off the air conditioning system, push the the air, turning it on will help keep the win- long period, such as during winter, it may “A/C”...
  • Page 99: Fuel Filler Cap

    OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Fuel Filler Cap To remove the fuel filler cap: EXAMPLE 1) Open the fuel filler door. ALTO 800 2) Remove the cap by turning it counter- clockwise. CAUTION Remove the fuel filler cap slowly. The fuel may be under pressure and may spray out, causing injury.
  • Page 100: Engine Hood

    OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT To open the engine hood: 3) Continue to lift up the hood until it is WARNING 1) Pull the hood release handle located on high enough to support with the prop the outboard side of the driver’s side. rod.
  • Page 101: Sun Visor

    OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Sun Visor Interior Light Switch EXAMPLE EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 53MH0519 NOTE: 79J161 82JN065 The number of doors involved in the light- The sun visors can be pulled down to block This light switch has three positions which ing operation of the interior light depends glare coming through the windshield, or function as described below:...
  • Page 102: Accessory Socket (If Equipped)

    OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Accessory Socket Automated Manual Transaxle Assist Grips (if equipped) (if equipped) EXAMPLE ALTO 800 EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 53M-07-034 53MH0518 The accessory socket will work when the Assist grips are provided for convenience. ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” posi- 53M-07-032 tion.
  • Page 103: Glove Box

    OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Glove Box Cup Holder and Storage Area WARNING EXAMPLE (Continued) • Do not use the cup holders to hold sharp-edged, hard, or breakable objects. Objects in the cup holders may be thrown about during a sud- den stop or impact, and could cause personal injury.
  • Page 104: Shopping Hook (If Equipped)

    OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Shopping hook (if equipped) Luggage Compartment Cover the operation of the pedals, MARUTI GEN- UINE floor mats are recommended. (if equipped) Whenever you put the driver’s side floor You can hang the shopping bag or other mat back in the vehicle after it has been suitable objects on the hook located on the EXAMPLE...
  • Page 105: Frame Hooks

    OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Frame Hooks Front Speakers Provision To tow your vehicle on the road or highway, (if equipped) follow the instruction of “Towing” in “EMER- Front GENCY SERVICE” or “VEHICLE LOAD- ALTO 800 ING AND TOWING” section. WARNING Do not use the frame hooks to tow another vehicle or to have your vehi- cle towed on the road or highway.
  • Page 106: Audio System (If Equipped)

    Avoid pay- Please bring the unit to an authorized ing extended attention to operating MARUTI SUZUKI dealer. the audio system or viewing the Cautions on Handling audio system display.
  • Page 107 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT case and lift the disc out, holding it care- Use of such discs will cause damage or fully by the edges. prevent the system from operating prop- erly. Always handle the compact disc by the edges. Never touch the surface.
  • Page 108: Basic Operations

    OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Basic Operations (1) VOL PUSH POWER knob (2) SOUND button (3) MUTE button EXAMPLE (4) BAND button (5) MODE button 53M-07-056 5-15 53MH0-74E...
  • Page 109 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Turning power on/off Adjusting bass/treble/balance / Preset-EQ fader Press the VOL PUSH POWER knob (1). Preset-EQ calls up various sound types in The unit starts in the function mode it was accordance with the listening music type. 1) Press the SOUND button (2).
  • Page 110 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Listening to Radio Display EXAMPLE 53M-07-060 (1) BAND button (2) Up button (3) Down button (4) Preset buttons ([1] to [6]) (5) AST button (A) Band (B) Stereo (C) preset Channel Number (D) Frequency 53M-07-059 5-17 53MH0-74E...
  • Page 111 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Selecting the reception BAND Preset memory Radio Reception Press the BAND button (1). Each time the 1) Select the desired station. Radio reception can be affected by envi- button is pressed, the reception band will 2) Hold down a desired button ([1] to [6]) ronment, atmospheric conditions, or radio change as follows: of the Preset buttons (4) to which you...
  • Page 112: Listening To A Cd

    OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Listening to a CD Display EXAMPLE 53MM05011 (1) Eject button (2) Insertion slot (3) Media Source Mode button (4) Up button (5) Down button (6) DIPS button (7) RDM button (8) RPT button (9) SCAN button (A) Track number (B) Play time NOTE:...
  • Page 113 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT NOTE: CAUTION • If a disc is inserted after the previous disc is removed from the unit, the unit • Never insert your finger or hand starts playback from the beginning of the into the CD insertion slot. Never first track.
  • Page 114 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Listening to a CD Random playback Display change Track Random When a CD is inserted, playback will auto- Press the DISP button (8). matically start. Press the RDM button (7). Each time the Each time the button is pressed, display When a CD is already inside the unit, button is pressed, the mode will change as will change as follows:...
  • Page 115 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Listening to an MP3/WMA/AAC Disc Display EXAMPLE 53-07-071 (1) SCAN button (2) RPT button (3) RDM button (4) DISP button (1 to 6) (5) FLD - button (6) FLD + button (7) TRACK DOWN button (8) TRACK UP button (A) Disc type (B) Folder number (C) Track time...
  • Page 116 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Selecting a folder Scan play Repeat playback File scan Track repeat • Press the Folder Up button (6) to select next folder. Press the SCAN button (1). The first 10 Press the RPT button (4). • Press the Folder Down button (5) select seconds of each file is sequence.
  • Page 117 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Playing limitations • The number of tracks and folders that • Supports only v7/8/9, DRM/Professional/ can be played on one disc is as follows: Loseless/Voice are not supported • The total number of folders + total •...
  • Page 118 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT • As the number of folders recorded on the CAUTION disc increases, the time to read the disc information also increases. • The playback order may differ Limitations of displayed depending on the writing software. information •...
  • Page 119 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Listening to files stored in a USB device Display EXAMPLE 53M-07-074 (1) Media Source Mode button (2) SCAN button (3) RPT button (4) RDM button (5) DISP button (6) FLD - button (7) FLD + button (8) TRACK DOWN button (A) USB indicator (B) Folder number...
  • Page 120: Random Playback

    OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Fast forwarding/Rewinding a track Random playback NOTICE • Hold down the Up button (9) to fast for- Track random ward the track. Do not connect any USB device other • Hold down the Down button (8) to fast Press the RDM button (4).
  • Page 121: Repeat Playback

    OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Repeat playback Press the DISP (6) for 1 second or lon- ger. File repeat Each time this button is pressed, the dis- Press the RPT button (3). The repeat indi- play switches as follows. First 8 character cator “RPT”...
  • Page 122 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT USB device connection Recording MP3/WMA/AAC • Supports only v7/8/9, DRM/Professional/ files on a USB device • When connecting a USB device, make Loseless/Voice are not supported sure that the connector is pushed all the • Bit rate:48, 64, 80, 96, 128, 160, 192 •...
  • Page 123 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT ® Listening to an iPod Display EXAMPLE 53M-07-078 (1) Media Source Mode button (2) RPT button (3) RDM button (4) DISP button (5) iPod MENU button (6) ENTER button (7) Up button (8) Down button (A) iPod indicator (B) Track number (C) Play time number (D) Title information...
  • Page 124 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT ® Selecting an iPod mode Display change • The random indicator “FOLD.” and “RDM” will light. The folder random is the Press the Media Source Mode button (1) to Press the DISP button (4). same as song shuffle or iPod. select USB (iPod) mode.
  • Page 125 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT iPod® menu mode About resume play Caution for connecting iPod When connecting iPod to car stereo, iPod • When iPod EQ setting is ON, sound may 1) Press the MENU button (5). will start playing the song which played be distorted.
  • Page 126 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Supported iPod “Made for iPod,” and “Made for iPhone,” mean that an electronic accessory has Software been designed to connect specifically to iPod/ iPhone models Version iPod, or iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet iPhone®...
  • Page 127 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT AUX Function AUX connection To listen to auxiliary audio sources (sold EXAMPLE separately) through the unit, follow the instruction below. 1) Press the Media Source Mode button (1). 2) Connect the auxiliary audio source to the AUX socket with an AUX cable.
  • Page 128: Troubleshooting

    OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Troubleshooting FM/AM SYMPTOM CAUSE REMEDY The connection of the car antenna has The station cannot be received. Check the connection of the car antenna. not been made correctly. Automatic tuning is not possible. The broadcast signal is too weak. Perform manual setting.
  • Page 129 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Troubleshooting SYMPTOM CAUSE REMEDY Connect USB memory device properly. NO Device USB device is not connected Also check if USB connector area is clean. Check data stored in USB memory No File There is no playable music files device is in supported format Check if data stored in USB memory Unsupported (Check 04)
  • Page 130 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT IPod/Phone SYMPTOM CAUSE REMEDY It may take some time to recognize iPod. Check iPod or cable to be connected NO Device iPod is not connected properly. Or check if iPod connector area is clean. Check if data stored in iPod is in sup- No File There is no playable music files ported format...
  • Page 131 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Error Display Messages USB/IPod SYMPTOM CAUSE REMEDY Use supported USB device with properly encoded audio files. The connected USB device is not sup- Check USB memory device if connected ported. CHECK 04 properly. If it's not connected properly, reconnect, and select the file which The USB device cannot be read.
  • Page 133: Vehicle Loading And Towing

    VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Vehicle Loading ..............6-1 Trailer Towing ..............6-1 Towing Your Vehicle ............6-2 53MH0-74E...
  • Page 134: Vehicle Loading

    MAR- weights of the vehicle, all the occu- Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the UTI SUZUKI does not recommend you use pants, accessories, cargo plus trailer Permissible maximum Axle Weight (PAW, your vehicle to tow a trailer. Towing a trailer nose weight if towing a trailer) must front and rear).
  • Page 135 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Towing Your Vehicle TOWING INSTRUCTION TABLE A: 2WD VEHICLES WITH MANUAL TRANSAXLE OR AUTOMATED MAN- UAL TRANSAXLE DRIVE TRANS TOWING Your vehicle may be towed behind another TRAIN MISSION METHOD vehicle (such as a motorhome), provided 1) Secure the front wheels on a towing your vehicle is 2 wheel drive (2WD) and dolly according to the instructions pro-...
  • Page 136 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING B: 2WD VEHICLES WITH MANUAL TRANSAXLE OR AUTO GEAR SHIFT 1) Shift the gearshift lever into neutral. 2) Turn the ignition key to the “ACC” posi- tion to unlock the steering wheel. 3) Release the parking brake. NOTICE After shifting the auto gear shift gear- shift lever to the “N”...
  • Page 137: Inspection And Maintenance

    INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Maintenance Schedule ............7-2 Periodic Maintenance Schedule ........7-2 Drive Belt ................7-10 Engine Oil and Filter ............7-10 Engine Coolant ..............7-13 Air Cleaner ................7-15 Spark Plugs ................. 7-15 Gear Oil ................7-16 Clutch Pedal ................
  • Page 138 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE WARNING WARNING (Continued) (Continued) • To prevent damage or unintended • When it is necessary to do service activation of the air bag system or work with the engine running, make seat belt pretensioner system, be sure that the parking brake is set sure the battery is disconnected fully and the transaxle is in Neutral.
  • Page 139: Maintenance Schedule

    “L” : Lubricate maintenance your MARUTI “T” : Tighten to Specified Torque “O”: Rotate SUZUKI vehicle be performed by MARUTI SUZUKI Authorised Dealer/ NOTE: Service Station. This table includes services as scheduled up to 80,000 km mileage. Beyond 80,000 km, carry out the same services at the same intervals respectively.
  • Page 140 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE *Interval: This interval should be judged by km (x 1,000) FREE INSPECTIONS PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE AT COST odometer reading or months, whichever comes months first. ENGINE Water pump drive belt (Tension, Wear) Engine Coolant (Level, Leakage) Engine oil and Oil filter Cooling system hoses and connections (Leakage, Damage) Engine bolts (All cylinder head and manifold fixings) –...
  • Page 141 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE *Interval: This interval should be judged by km (x 1,000) FREE INSPECTIONS PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE AT COST odometer reading or months, whichever comes months first. BRAKE Brake fluid (Level, Leakage) Brake pedal (Pedal-to-wall clearance) Parking brake lever and cable (Play, Damage) a.
  • Page 142 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE *Interval: This interval should be judged by km (x 1,000) FREE INSPECTIONS PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE AT COST odometer reading or months, whichever comes months first. ROAD TEST Operation of Brakes, Gear shifting and speedometer Body and Chassis noise AIR CONDITIONER (if equipped) Check belt tension Tighten compressor mounting bolts...
  • Page 143 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Periodic Maintenance Schedule ALTO K10 “A”: Adjust “C”: Clean “R”: Replace or Change “I” : Inspect, clean, adjust, lubricate or replace as necessary “L” : Lubricate “T” : Tighten to Specified Torque “O”: Rotate NOTE: This table includes services as scheduled up to 80,000 km mileage.
  • Page 144 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE *Interval: This interval should be judged by km (x 1,000) FREE INSPECTIONS PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE AT COST odometer reading or months, whichever comes months first. ENGINE Water pump drive belt (Tension, Wear) – – – – – –...
  • Page 145 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE *Interval: This interval should be judged by km (x 1,000) FREE INSPECTIONS PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE AT COST odometer reading or months, whichever comes months first. Parking brake level and cable (Play, Damage) a. Brake discs and pads (Wear) –...
  • Page 146 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE *Interval: This interval should be judged by km (x 1,000) FREE INSPECTIONS PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE AT COST odometer reading or months, whichever comes months first. AIR CONDITIONER (if equipped) Check belt tension Tighten compressor mounting bolts – Check all hose joints (Check, Tighten) Check functioning of Recirculating flap Clean condenser with low pressure water...
  • Page 147: Drive Belt

    EXAMPLE If you need to replace or adjust the belt weather. have it done by your MARUTI SUZUKI Specified Oil (ALTO K10) dealer. 53M-09-005 (1) Preferred Be sure that the engine oil you use comes under the quality classification of SL, SM and SN.
  • Page 148 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE SAE 0W-20 (1) is the best choice for good Changing Engine Oil and Filter limit, add enough oil to raise the level to the fuel economy, and good starting in cold upper limit. Drain the engine oil while the engine is still weather.
  • Page 149 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE ALTO K10 Tightening (viewed from filter top) 4) Reinstall the drain plug and new gas- ket. Tighten the plug with a wrench to EXAMPLE EXAMPLE the specified torque. Replace the Oil Filter 1) Using an oil filter wrench, turn the oil fil- ter counterclockwise and remove it.
  • Page 150: Engine Coolant

    • When replacing the oil filter, it is rec- age your cooling system. Your authorized plain water. ommended that you use a genuine MARUTI SUZUKI dealer can help you • Do not add extra inhibitors or addi- MARUTI SUZUKI replacement filter. select the proper coolant.
  • Page 151 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Adding Coolant ALTO K10 WARNING EXAMPLE ALTO 800 Engine coolant is harmful or fatal if EXAMPLE swallowed or inhaled. Do not drink antifreeze or coolant solution. If swal- lowed, do not induce vomiting. Imme- diately contact a poison control center or a physician.
  • Page 152: Air Cleaner

    If it appears to be dirty, recommend you take your vehicle to your NOTE: replace it with a new one. MARUTI SUZUKI dealer coolant When installation, make sure the wires, replacement. Spark Plugs couplers, sealing rubber of top cover and Air Cleaner washers, are correctly returned in place.
  • Page 153: Gear Oil

    INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE ALTO 800 Gear Oil Level Check EXAMPLE NGK DCPR7E, BOSCH YR7DC 0.8 - 0.9 mm (0.031 - 0.035 in.) EXAMPLE ALTO K10 NGK KR6A-10: 0.95 - 1.05 mm (0.037 - 0.041 in.) NOTICE When replacing spark plugs, you should use the brand and type speci- 60G160S fied for your vehicle.
  • Page 154: Clutch Pedal

    MARUTI SUZUKI dealer. recommend you take your vehicle to your pedal should be between the specified val- MARUTI SUZUKI dealer for fuel filter ues. If the play is more or less than the above, or clutch dragging is felt with the replacement.
  • Page 155: Brakes

    BRAKE FLUID (MGBF). you depress it. If not, have the brake sys- ers. It is essential that foreign parti- tem inspected by your MARUTI SUZUKI cles and other liquids are kept out dealer. If you doubt the brake pedal for the of the brake fluid reservoir.
  • Page 156 • Excessive noise should be securely locked. If the parking inspected by your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer. • Pedal pulsation (pedal pulsates brake is not properly adjusted or the when depressed).
  • Page 157: Steering

    If the sary. Remember to check the spare amount of free play is outside the specifi- tire, too. cation or you find anything else to be wrong, an inspection must be performed by your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer. 53M-09-034 7-20 53MH0-74E...
  • Page 158 Tire Rotation (1) Tread wear indicator WARNING (2) Indicator location mark • Your MARUTI SUZUKI is equipped 2) Check that the depth of the tread with tires which are all the same groove is more than 1.6 mm (0.06 in.).
  • Page 159: Battery

    8) In case of any problem, please get in sparks away from the battery or an air pressure is maintained by the sealing touch with Maruti Suzuki Authorized explosion may occur. Never smoke between tire bead and wheel rim. Tubeless Workshop.
  • Page 160: Fuses

    INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Replacement of the battery To install the battery: EXAMPLE 1) Install the battery in the reverse order of EXAMPLE removal. 2) Tighten the retainer nuts and battery cables securely. NOTE: When the battery is disconnected, some of the vehicle’s function will be initialized and/ or deactivated.
  • Page 161 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Fuses in the Engine Compartment Battery1 ALTO K10 Headlight (left) fuse Headlight (right) fuse – Blank (10) – Radiator fan relay (11) – Blank (12) – Blank (13) – Blank (14) All electric load 53M-09-040 (15) – Blank 53M-09-038 MAIN FUSE / PRIMARY FUSE...
  • Page 162 MARUTI the individual fuses are located in the SUZUKI dealer. Always use a genuine engine compartment. If the main fuse MARUTI replacement. Never use a blows, no electrical component will func- substitute such as a wire even for a tion.
  • Page 163 (21) Power steering (11) Accessory of time, you may have a major electri- (22) ST SIG (12) – Blank problem. Have your vehicle inspected immediately your (23) Horn/Hazard (13) Power window MARUTI SUZUKI dealer. (14) Ignition switch 7-26 53MH0-74E...
  • Page 164: Bulb Replacement

    (3) forward and unhook it. Then Frequent replacement of a bulb indi- remove the bulb. Install a new bulb in the reverse order. cates the need for an inspection of the electrical system. This should be carried out by your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer. 7-27 53MH0-74E...
  • Page 165 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Side Turn Signal Light Front turn signal light (1) (1) Removal Front position light (2) (2) Installation ALTO 800 To remove a bulb holder from a light hous- EXAMPLE ing, turn the holder counterclockwise and pull it out. To install the holder, push the holder in and turn it clockwise.
  • Page 166: Wiper Blades

    Some wiper blades may be different from EXAMPLE 53M-09-058 the ones described here depending on 53M-09-056 vehicle specifications. If so, consult your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer proper Remove the screw (1). Remove the combi- replacement method. nation light (2) by pulling it outside. 7-29...
  • Page 167 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE For windshield wipers: 2) Squeeze lock (1) towards wiper arm (2) 4) If the new blade is provided without the and remove the wiper frame from the two metal retainers, move them from EXAMPLE arm as shown. the old blade to the new one.
  • Page 168: Windshield Washer Fluid

    INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: Windshield Washer Fluid Air Conditioning System When you install the metal retainers (3), make sure the direction of metal retainers Front If you do not use the air conditioner for a as shown in the above illustrations. long period, such as during winter, it may EXAMPLE not give the best performance when you...
  • Page 169: Emergency Service

    EMERGENCY SERVICE EMERGENCY SERVICE Tire Changing Tool ..............8-1 Jacking Instructions ...............8-1 Changing Wheels ..............8-4 Jump Starting Instructions ............8-5 Towing ..................8-6 If the Starter Does Not Operate ..........8-6 If the Engine is Flooded ............8-6 If the Engine Overheats ............8-7 Warning Triangle ..............8-8 53MH0-74E...
  • Page 170: Tire Changing Tool

    EMERGENCY SERVICE Tire Changing Tool The jack handle and wheel brace are CAUTION stowed in the storage bag. EXAMPLE The jack should be used only to change wheels. It is important to read the jacking instructions in this sec- tion before attempting to use the jack.
  • Page 171 EMERGENCY SERVICE 3) Turn on the hazard warning flasher if WARNING EXAMPLE your vehicle is near traffic. 4) Block the front and rear of the wheel • Use the jack only to change wheels diagonally opposite of the wheel being on level, hard ground.
  • Page 172 (4) Rear axle (5) Jacking point for garage jack NOTICE Never apply a garage jack to the exhaust pipe or engine undercover and rear torsion beam. NOTE: For more details, please contact an autho- rized MARUTI SUZUKI dealer. 53MH0805 53MH0-74E...
  • Page 173: Changing Wheels

    If you do not have a torque wrench, have the wheel nut torque checked by an authorized 54G117 SUZUKI dealer. When installing the cover, make sure that it is positioned so that it does not cover or foul the air valve.
  • Page 174: Jump Starting Instructions

    EXAMPLE your vehicle inspected battery. Run the engine at moderate authorized MARUTI SUZUKI dealer. speed. • To avoid harm to yourself or dam- 5) Start the engine of the vehicle with the age to your vehicle or battery, fol- flat battery.
  • Page 175: Towing

    MAR- either of the following methods. still cannot be put in neutral, you can- UTI SUZUKI dealer. not tow the vehicle without using a 1) From the front, with the front wheels If the Engine is Flooded towing dolly.
  • Page 176: If The Engine Overheats

    MARUTI stop the vehicle in a safe place and ing. SUZUKI dealer. immediately turn off the engine to let it cool. Do not open the hood when steam is present. When the steam...
  • Page 177: Warning Triangle

    EMERGENCY SERVICE Warning Triangle • Remove the warning triangle carefully from the cover as shown by arrow 1. • Open both the reflector arms as shown EXAMPLE by arrow and lock the arms with each other with the clip provided in the right arm.
  • Page 179: Appearance Care

    APPEARANCE CARE APPEARANCE CARE Corrosion Prevention ............9-1 Vehicle Cleaning ..............9-2 53MH0-74E...
  • Page 180: Corrosion Prevention

    APPEARANCE CARE Corrosion Prevention vehicle which are not well ventilated to required. Be sure that any cleaner you use permit quick drying. is not harmful to painted surfaces and is It is important to take good care of your specifically intended for your purposes. This information illustrates the necessity of vehicle to protect it from corrosion.
  • Page 181: Vehicle Cleaning

    APPEARANCE CARE Store your vehicle in a dry, well-venti- Vehicle Cleaning Cleaning the Interior lated area Vinyl upholstery Do not park your vehicle in a damp, poorly EXAMPLE Prepare a solution of soap or mild deter- ventilated area. If you often wash your gent mixed with warm water.
  • Page 182 APPEARANCE CARE Carpets Washing When washing the vehicle, park it where Remove dirt and soil as much as possible direct sunlight does not fall on it and follow with a vacuum cleaner. Using a mild soap EXAMPLE the instructions below: solution, rub stained areas with a clean 1) Flush the underside of body and wheel damp cloth.
  • Page 183 APPEARANCE CARE 3) Wash the entire exterior with a mild NOTICE detergent or car wash soap using a sponge or soft cloth. The sponge or If you use an automatic car wash, cloth should be frequently soaked in the make sure that your vehicle’s body soap solution.
  • Page 185: General Information

    GENERAL INFORMATION GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Identification ............10-1 53MH0-74E...
  • Page 186 Whenever you have occasion to consult your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer, remember to identify your vehicle with this number. Should you find the number diffi- cult to read, you will also find it on the iden- tification plate.
  • Page 187: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without notice. ITEM: Dimensions UNIT: mm ALTO 800 ALTO K10 Overall length 3430 3545 With Body Side Molding 1515 1515 Overall width Without Body Side Molding 1490 1490 Overall height 1475 1475 Wheelbase 2360 2360...
  • Page 188 SPECIFICATIONS ITEM: Engine ALTO 800 ALTO K10 Type K10B Number of cylinders Bore 68.5 mm 73 mm Stroke 72.0 mm 79.5 mm Piston displacement 796 cm (796 cc) 998 cm (998 cc) Compression ratio 10.95 ± 0.4 : 1 11 ± 0.4 : 1 ITEM: Electrical ALTO 800 ALTO K10...
  • Page 189 SPECIFICATIONS ITEM: Lights ALTO 800 ALTO K10 WATTAGE BULB No. WATTAGE BULB No. Headlight 12V 60/55W 12V 60/55W Front 12V 21W P21W PY21W 12V 21W Turn signal light Rear 12V 21W PY21W 12V 21W PY21W Side turn signal light 12V 5W 12V 5W Position light 12V 5W...
  • Page 190 SPECIFICATIONS ITEM: Wheels and Tires ALTO 800 ALTO K10 145/80R12 74S*1 155/65 R13 73S*1 Tire size, front and rear 145/80R12 74H*1 155/65 R13 73T*1 145/80R12 74T*1 — 145/80R12 74S*1: 12 × 3.50B 155/65 R13 73S*1 : 13X4 1/2J Rim size 145/80R12 74H*1: 12 ×...

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