Long Distance Driving - Suzuki Swift 2015 Owner's Manual

DRIVING TIPS
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9) Do not attempt sharp handling during
high speed driving. You may lose your
control over your vehicle.
10) When overtaking or changing lanes
while driving at a high speed, keep
ample vehicle-to-vehicle distance.
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Braking
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1) Use the parking brake firmly when park-
ing your vehicle and shift the gear shift
lever into the first gear or reverse gear
position for the sake of safety and con-
firm the gear position by checking the
gear position indicator before turn igni-
tion switch OFF. Remember, even
though the transaxle is in gear, you
must see the gear, you must set the
parking brake firmly.
2) Don't use hand-braking unless
unavoidable. It causes the vehicle to
skid and a collision may occur. It is
especially dangerous when the tyres
are worn out as they skid more.
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Use foot brake in three stages
1. Warn the vehicle behind you
2. Gradually apply the brake.
3. Bring the vehicle to a halt.
3) When driving downhill, try not to apply
the brake but use the engine brake
effectively. Overuse of the foot-brake
may result in reduction of brake effec-
tiveness.

Long distance driving

1) Be sure to perform safety checks
before starting a trip.
2) Take rest at regular intervals to prevent
accidents which may occur due to feel-
ing sleepy or tired.
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