Page 1 Earth’s may be discrepancies between informa- manual carefully before operating your natural resources. tion in this manual and your vehicle. new MARUTI SUZUKI and review the To that end, we encourage every vehicle MARUTI SUZUKI INDIA LIMITED manual from time to time.
Page 2 • Words like car, model/variant are invari- ing in vehicle performance problems. could result in minor or moderate ably used in this manual to denote the Consult your Maruti Suzuki authorised injury. “Vehicle”. workshop or qualified service techni- • Pictorial representations used in this cian for advice on installing such manual are for reference purposes only.
Page 3 “WARNING” Vehicle may break-down , meet with an Avoid driving into or starting the vehicle in a accident catch fire due to heavily water logged area. Vehicle may break- down or engine may fail due to 1. Installation of 1. Water entry into the engine (which may lead to hydrostatic lock). - High wattage bulbs - Non genuine lamps / horns 2.
Page 4 “CAUTION” 1. Retro-fitment of LPG / CNG kit may deteriorate vehicle performance, reduce engine & engine related component’s life and also warranty will be null and void for such vehicles. 2. Do not use domestic LPG/LPG cylinder for your factory fitted LPG vehicles. 3.
Page 5 VIN: MODEL: OWNER NAME & VARIANT: ADDRESS COLOUR: ENGINE NO.: CONTACT NO. KEY NO.: E-mail ID: INVOICE DATE: SELLING ODOMETER READING DEALER NAME & CODE REGISTRATION NO.: BATTERY MAKE: DEALER BATTERY NO.: SHOWROOM ADDRESS & CONTACT NO. BATTERY BATCH (STAMP) TYRE MAKE BATCH CODE...
Page 6 Paid inspection service - 110000 KM / 132 Months Paid inspection service - 120000 KM / 144 Months Paid inspection service - 130000 KM / 156 Months Maruti Suzuki Network can be viewed by installing below Mobile Apps: For Arena Models; For Nexa Models;...
Page 7 1ST. FREE INSPECTION COUPON 1ST. FREE INSPECTION COUPON 1ST. FREE INSPECTION COUPON (Customer’s copy) (1,000 KM or 1 MONTH) (Selling dealer copy) (1,000 KM or 1 MONTH) (Servicing W/S copy) (1,000 KM or 1 MONTH) Model Name Model Name Model Name Model Code* Model Code* Model Code*...
Page 8 MSIL on monthly basis. monthly basis. monthly basis. FOR BAR CODE FOR BAR CODE FOR BAR CODE Service Division Service Division Service Division Maruti Suzuki India Limited Maruti Suzuki India Limited Maruti Suzuki India Limited...
Page 9 2ND. FREE INSPECTION COUPON 2ND. FREE INSPECTION COUPON 2ND. FREE INSPECTION COUPON (Customer’s copy) (5,000 KM or 6 MONTHS) (Selling dealer copy) (5,000 KM or 6 MONTHS) (Servicing W/S copy (5,000 KM or 6 MONTHS) Model Name Model Name Model Name Model Code* Model Code* Model Code*...
Page 10 MSIL on monthly basis. monthly basis. monthly basis. FOR BAR CODE FOR BAR CODE FOR BAR CODE Service Division Service Division Service Division Maruti Suzuki India Limited Maruti Suzuki India Limited Maruti Suzuki India Limited...
Page 11 3RD. FREE INSPECTION COUPON 3RD. FREE INSPECTION COUPON 3RD. FREE INSPECTION COUPON (Customer’s copy) (10,000 KM or 12 MONTHS) (Selling dealer copy) (10,000 KM or 12 MONTHS) (Servicing W/S copy) (10,000 KM or 12 MONTHS) Model Name Model Name Model Name Model Code* Model Code* Model Code*...
Page 12 MSIL on monthly basis. monthly basis. monthly basis. FOR BAR CODE FOR BAR CODE FOR BAR CODE Service Division Service Division Service Division Maruti Suzuki India Limited Maruti Suzuki India Limited Maruti Suzuki India Limited...
Page 13 (3) Maruti Suzuki Warranty Obligation: mal use, insufficient care, vandalism, theft, riot, fire, flooding - If any defect(s) should be found in a Maruti Suzuki vehicle within not limited to entry of water in the components resulting in the term stipulated above, Maruti Suzuki’s only obligation is to engine seizure, hydrostatic lock, etc.
Page 14 This warranty is the entire written warranty given by Maruti Suzuki (m) Any damage or deterioration caused by airborne fallout, for Maruti Suzuki vehicles and no dealer or its or his agent or industrial fallout, acid rain, hail or hail storm, wind storm,...
Page 15 (7) Owner’s Warranty Obligations: (8) Disclaimer of Consequential Damage: Maruti Suzuki assumes no responsibility for loss of vehicle, loss of time, inconvenience or any other indirect incidental or consequen- NOTICE tial damage resulting from the vehicle not being available to the The owner shall not use the vehicle in a damaged condi- owner because of any defect covered by this warranty.
Page 16 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 Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop and results of the examination will Maruti Suzuki offers the Emission Warranty on all Maruti Suzuki be final and binding.
Page 17 8. Fuel Tank and Filler Cap. 1. In the absence of valid PUC certificate. 9. PCV (Positive Crankcase Ventilation) Valve. 2. Vehicle not serviced from Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop 10. Oil Filler Cap. as per the schedule specified in the Owner’s Manual.
Page 21 FUEL RECOMMENDATION FUEL RECOMMENDATION Fuel Recommendation ............1-1 53MH0-74E...
Page 22 FUEL RECOMMENDATION Fuel Recommendation CAUTION To avoid damaging the catalytic converter, spurious, quality, you must use unleaded petrol with an adulterated fuel can cause damage to octane number (RON) or 91 or higher. Do the engine & engine auxilliaries, not use petrol with additives containing affect functioning of engine and metal.
Page 23 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 ......2-15 Child Restraint System for India ........
Page 24 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 25 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 26 BEFORE DRIVING To lock a rear door from outside the vehi- Central Door Locking System cle, push the lock knob down and close the (if equipped) door. You do not need to pull and hold the Driver’s door door handle as you close the door. EXAMPLE EXAMPLE LOCK...
Page 27 BEFORE DRIVING Child-Proof Locks (rear door) Tailgate EXAMPLE (if equipped) EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 53M-04-009 53M-04-008 You can also unlatch the tailgate by pulling 53M-04-007 To open the tailgate, insert the key and the release lever (if equipped) located on (1) LOCK turn it clockwise to unlatch and lift the tail- the outboard side of the driver’s seat.
Page 28 BEFORE DRIVING Keyless Entry System (if • If you lose any of the transmitters (keys), GENERAL FEATURES contact your Maruti Suzuki authorised equipped) Illuminated Entry workshop as soon as possible for eras- When vehicle is unlocked, the room lamp ing the transmitter ID from vehicle con-...
Page 29 BEFORE DRIVING Radio Frequency Lock Out PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES Auto Unlock Mode Drive unlock can be set to Auto Unlock Key Lock/Unlock/Panic will cease to func- System has some features which can be mode or can be turned OFF. When set to tion when key is inside Key cylinder.
Page 30 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 31 (2) and pry WARNING advisable to get battery replaced from it open. Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop. Swallowing a lithium battery may cause 4) Replace the battery (3) (Lithium disc serious internal injury. Do not allow...
Page 32 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 33 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” position. 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 34 BEFORE DRIVING Mirrors WARNING CAUTION WARNING • To avoid injuring an occupant by Do not modify the inside rearview window entrapment, be sure no mirror or install a non-genuine wide Failure to observe following point part of the occupant’s body such as mirror.
Page 35 BEFORE DRIVING Type 2 Front Seats WARNING EXAMPLE Precaution for front passenger seat Do not leave cigarette lighters or Refer to the NOTICE in the “Front passen- spray cans on the floor. If a cigarette ger’s seat belt reminder” section. lighter or spray can is on the floor, it Seat Adjustment may light accidentally when luggage...
Page 36 BEFORE DRIVING Adjusting Seatbacks NOTE: Rear Seats To operate the seat back smoothly pull the seat back adjustment lever (2) in upward Folding Rear Seat WARNING direction. Ensure to move seat back only The rear seat of your vehicle can be folded All seatbacks should always be in an after lever is moved to fully up position.
Page 37 BEFORE DRIVING EXAMPLE WARNING If you need to carry cargo in the pas- senger compartment with the rear seat back folded forward, be sure to secure the cargo or it may be thrown about, causing injury. Never pile cargo higher than the seatback. To return the seat to the normal position, follow the procedure below.
Page 38 BEFORE DRIVING Seat Belts and Child Restraint NOTICE WARNING Systems • When returning the rear seatback • Wear Your Seat Belts at All Times. to the normal position, do not allow • An air bag supplements, or adds to, EXAMPLE any foreign material to enter the the frontal crash protection offered lock opening.
Page 39 BEFORE DRIVING EXAMPLE EXAMPLE WARNING • Never allow persons to ride in the cargo area of a vehicle. In the event of an accident, there is a much greater risk of injury for persons as low as possible who are not riding in a seat with across the hips Across the pelvis their seat belt securely fastened.
Page 40 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 41 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 red during a collision, position the lap portion “PRESS”...
Page 42 BEFORE DRIVING across your lap as low on your hips as pos- To lengthen, release the latch plate from Driver’s Seat Belt Warning Light / sible and adjust it to a snug fit. the buckle, pull the latch plate (adjuster) in Front Passenger’s Seat Belt Warn- the direction of the arrow, at right angles to ing Light...
Page 43 MARUTI “ON” position, the reminder works as fol- SUZUKI highly recommends that lows: you use MARUTI SUZUKI genuine 1) The driver’s seat belt reminder light will seat cover exclusively for this vehi- come on. cle. 2) After the vehicle’s speed has reached (Continued) about 15 km/h, the driver’s seat belt...
Page 44 BEFORE DRIVING NOTE: Seat Belt Inspection NOTICE Maruti Suzuki recommends use of Maruti Suzuki Genuine accessory of “Seat cover”. EXAMPLE • If you spill liquid such as liquid aro- matics, soft drinks or juice on the Seat Belt Hanger front passenger’s seat cushion, the sensor of the front passenger’s...
Page 45 BEFORE DRIVING Child Restraint Systems Child restraint MARUTI SUZUKI highly recommends that you use a child restraint system to restrain EXAMPLE EXAMPLE infants and small children. Many different types of child restraint systems are avail- able; make sure that the restraint system you select meets applicable safety stan- dards.
Page 46 BEFORE DRIVING Installation with Lap-Shoulder Seat 53M-04-047 Belts WARNING WARNING ELR type belt (if equipped) If you install a child restraint system Children could be endangered in a in the rear seat, slide the front seat EXAMPLE crash if their child restraints are not far enough forward so that the child’s properly secured in the vehicle.
Page 47 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 48 “AIR BAG” light stays on, or 53M-04-052 comes on while driving, the air bag system may not work properly. Have the air bag system inspected by a Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop as soon as possible. 2-25 53MH0-74E...
Page 49 BEFORE DRIVING Front passenger’s front air bag Conditions of front air bags deployment (if equipped) (inflation) EXAMPLE EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 80J097 • Frontal collision with a fixed wall that 61M0241 does not move or deform at more than about 25 km/h. 53MM02019 WARNING The driver’s front air bag is located behind...
Page 50 BEFORE DRIVING Conditions when front air bags may EXAMPLE inflate EXAMPLE Receiving a strong impact to the lower body of your vehicle, the front air bags may inflate. EXAMPLE 80J101 80J103 • Landing hard or falling. • Collision that the front of your vehicle goes under the bed of a truck etc.
Page 51 BEFORE DRIVING • Collision with a fixed wall or guardrail at Front air bags are not designed to inflate left and right angles of greater than in rear impacts, side impacts, rollovers or EXAMPLE minor frontal collisions, since they would about 30 degrees (1) from the front of offer no protection in those types of acci- your vehicle.
Page 52 BEFORE DRIVING Air bag symbol meaning (if equipped) Door Lock Canceller System WARNING (if equipped) EXAMPLE If the AIR BAG light in the instrument If SRS Airbag system is activated all doors cluster ever comes on and stays on, are unlocked automatically. it means that something may be NOTE: wrong with the air bag system.
Page 53 The module records information seconds before performing any electrical about overall system status, which sensors service work on your MARUTI SUZUKI. Do activated the deployment, and for a certain not touch air bag system components or vehicle only, whether the driver’s seat belt wires.
Page 54 BEFORE DRIVING Scrapping a vehicle that has an uninflated air bag can be hazardous. Ask your dealer, body repair shop or scrap yard for help with disposal. 2-31 53MH0-74E...
Page 55 BEFORE DRIVING Instrument Cluster Type A (without Tachometer) EXAMPLE (1) Speedometer (2) information display (3) Odometer/Trip meter/Meter illumina- tion selector knob (4) Fuel gauge (5) Warning and indicator lights (6) Tachometer (if equipped) 53MM02007 Type B (with Tachometer) EXAMPLE (3) (5) 53MM02008 2-32 53MH0-74E...
Page 56 If any of the following conditions 1) Pull off the road and stop carefully. occur, you should immediately ask your Maruti Suzuki authorised work- WARNING shop to inspect the brake system. • If the brake system warning light...
Page 57 ABS system. system may not work properly. Have If one of these happens, have the system both systems inspected by a Maruti inspected by a Maruti Suzuki authorised Suzuki authorised workshop. workshop. 53M-04-073 If the ABS becomes inoperative, the brake...
Page 58 (if equipped) (if equipped) damage with the emission control system. Bring the vehicle to your Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop to have the damage fixed. Also, if the light comes on, there may be something wrong with the transaxle sys- tem.
Page 59 If there is enough oil, the lubrication sys- Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop. engine is overheating. Follow the instruc- tem should be inspected by your Maruti tions in the “If the Engine Overheats” of Suzuki authorised workshop before you “EMERGENCY SERVICE”...
Page 60 Have position is optimal for vehicle’s current observed such as fast blinking, there may the vehicle inspected by Maruti Suzuki speed and / or engine revolution. No gear be malfunction in the turn signal system.
Page 61 BEFORE DRIVING Depress Brake Pedal Indicator Speedometer Main Beam (high beam) Indicator (if equipped) Type A Light EXAMPLE 76MH0A047 53M-04-085 Refer to “Auto Gear Shift” in the “OPERAT- This indicator comes on when headlight ING YOUR VEHICLE” section for details. main beams (high beams) are turned on.
Page 62 BEFORE DRIVING Speed Alert System Fuel Gauge When the ignition switch is in the “ON” The speed alert system gives audible position, this gauge gives an approximate warning for alert of over-speed to driver. Manual Transaxle indication of the amount of fuel in the fuel When vehicle speed...
Page 63 BEFORE DRIVING Information Display Manual transaxle WARNING Type 1 Type A If you attempt to adjust the display EXAMPLE EXAMPLE while driving, you could lose control of the vehicle. Do not attempt to adjust the display while driving. Clock (1) (if equipped) 53M-04-097 The clock is shown when the ignition Type 2...
Page 64 BEFORE DRIVING can be used to measure the distance trav- eled on short trips or between fuel stops. EXAMPLE NOTICE Keep track of your odometer reading and check the maintenance sched- ule regularly for required services. Increased wear or damage to certain parts can result from failure to per- form required services at the proper mileage intervals.
Page 65 BEFORE DRIVING Meter illumination control Lighting Control Lever Lighting Operation Type 1 EXAMPLE EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 53M-04-105 53M-04-103 53M-04-104 Type 2 When the display shows the indication of WARNING illumination intensity (E), you can dim or EXAMPLE brighten the meter illumination. To avoid possible injury, do not oper- To change the meter illumination bright- ate controls by reaching through the...
Page 66 When the high headlights are off. Condition beams (main beams) are on, a light on the Alto Alto instrument panel will come on. To momen- tarily activate the high beams (main Front position lights, tail lights, license...
Page 67 BEFORE DRIVING Turn Signal Control Lever Normal turn signal Lane change signal Type 1 Type 1 EXAMPLE EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 53M-04-110 53M-04-111 53M-04-113 Move the lever all the way upward or WARNING Type 2 downward to signal. When the turn is com- To avoid possible injury, do not oper- pleted, the signal will cancel and the lever EXAMPLE...
Page 68 BEFORE DRIVING Hazard Warning Switch Windshield Wiper and Washer Windshield Wipers Lever EXAMPLE EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 53MH0228 53MM02015 To turn the windshield wipers on, move the Push in the hazard warning switch to acti- 65D611 lever down to one of the three operating vate the hazard warning lights.
Page 69 BEFORE DRIVING Windshield Washer Horn NOTICE EXAMPLE To help prevent damage to the wind- EXAMPLE 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.
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Page 71 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust Gas Warning ............3-1 Daily Inspection Checklist ..........3-2 Engine Oil Consumption ............ 3-3 Ignition Switch ..............3-3 Parking Brake Lever ............3-5 Pedal ..................3-6 Starting the Engine ............. 3-7 Using the Transaxle ............3-8 Parking Sensors ..............
Page 72 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust Gas Warning WARNING WARNING (Continued) EXAMPLE (Continued) • Keep the exhaust tailpipe area clear • Do not park with the engine run- of snow and other material to help ning for a long period of time, even reduce the buildup of exhaust in an open area.
Page 73 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Daily Inspection Checklist 4) Make sure the hood is fully closed and ing for proper latch operation. See “All latched. latches, hinges & locks” of “CHASSIS 5) Check the headlights, turn signal lights, AND BODY” in the “Periodic Mainte- Before Driving brake lights and horn for proper opera- nance Schedule”...
Page 74 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Consumption Ignition Switch You should also be aware that the diluting ingredients evaporate out when the vehicle It is normal for the engine to consume is subsequently driven at high speeds, EXAMPLE some engine oil during normal vehicle such as on an expressway, making it operation.
Page 75 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE It locks the ignition, and prevents normal EXAMPLE use of the steering wheel after the key is EXAMPLE removed. To release the steering lock, insert the key and turn it clockwise to one of the other positions. If you have trouble turning the key to unlock the steering, try turning the steering wheel slightly to the right or left while turning the key.
Page 76 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Parking Brake Lever NOTICE WARNING • Do not use the starter motor for EXAMPLE • Never drive your vehicle with the more than 15 seconds at a time. If parking brake on: rear brake effec- the engine does not start, wait 15 tiveness can be reduced from over- seconds before trying again.
Page 77 Brake Pedal (2) switch “LOCK” position. 80J2121 3) Get out of the vehicle and put Auto Gear Shift Your MARUTI SUZUKI vehicle is equipped chocks under the wheels. with front disc brakes and rear drum EXAMPLE 4) Release the parking brake.
Page 78 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Starting the Engine Starting a Cold and Warm Engine WARNING With your foot off the accelerator pedal, Before Starting the Engine If brake squeal is excessive and crank the engine by turning the ignition key occurs each time the brakes are to “START”.
Page 79 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Using the Transaxle Downshifting maximum allowable WARNING speeds Manual Transaxle • Reduce your speed and downshift For F8D engine to a lower gear before going down Downshifting km/h (mph) a long or steep hill. A lower gear will allow the engine to provide 2nd to 1st 35 (22)
Page 80 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Starting the engine NOTICE When starting the engine, always place the EXAMPLE gearshift lever in the “N” position and • To help avoid clutch damage, do depress the brake pedal firmly. The engine not use the clutch pedal as a foot- cannot be started unless the gearshift rest while driving or use the clutch lever is in the “N”...
Page 81 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: the “D” position, the gear will be shifted If the driver’s door is opened and/or the to 1st. WARNING parking brake lever is engaged with the • While driving the vehicle, do not gear in the “M”, “D” or “R” position, the shift the gearshift lever to the “N”...
Page 82 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Starting off on an uphill/downhill: Downhill NOTICE Uphill 1) Depress the brake pedal and shift the not operate system as 1) Apply the parking brake firmly so that the gearshift lever to the “D” position. Make vehicle does not roll backwards. described below.
Page 83 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Upshift and downshift: Downshifting Upshifting 76MH0A061 The gear position is displayed on the gear position indicator. The gear position indica- tor shows the transaxle gear position. Before starting off, always check the gear position indicator to make sure that the transaxle is engaged in 1st or reverse, then depress the accelerator pedal.
Page 84 In skid. to 1st. Before starting off, always make this case, ask your Maruti Suzuki • To drive down a long or steep hill, sure that the intended gear is engaged authorised workshop to inspect the reduce your speed and downshift.
Page 85 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Starting off on an uphill/downhill 3) Release the parking brake and brake pedal. Depress the accelerator pedal NOTICE slope: slowly for smooth starting. not operate system as Uphill described below. The life cycle of the 1) Apply the parking brake firmly so that WARNING clutch may be reduced.
Page 86 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE depressed, the clutch will be engaged You should depress the brake pedal and • If the gearshift lever is in the “M” posi- when the vehicle speed increases. shift the gearshift lever to “N” position, tion, the gear will be downshifted to 1st then shift to “R”...
Page 87 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Parking NOTICE Unlike an automatic transaxle, Auto Gear WARNING Shift does not have a parking position. The • On a slope, never hold the vehicle • If the gear is not engaged properly vehicle can be parked with the gearshift at a stop using only the accelerator and completely before the ignition lever in any position.
Page 88 “R” position. This function is helpful in and then ask your Maruti Suzuki the following cases: pulling over to the authorised workshop to inspect your curb;...
Page 89 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING • The parking sensor warns you of obstacles with buzzers. However, you still have to drive with particu- lar care. • The sensors can detect obstacles only within a limited area and only when the vehicle is moving within a limited speed range.
Page 90 Otherwise, the sensors may be damaged. • If the bumper hits a hard object, the sensors on it may not work prop- erly. If this occurs, have the sen- sors inspected by a Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop. 3-19 53MH0-74E...
Page 91 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Approximate areas where obstacles can be detected WARNING WARNING EXAMPLE Under the following conditions, the (Continued) parking sensor system may not work – Sensors have intercepted ultra- normally because the sensors cannot sonic noise from another vehi- detect obstacles correctly.
Page 92 Wipe it clean with a soft cloth. If the buzzer does not stop after wiping, there may be prob- lem with the parking sensor system. Have your vehicle inspected by a Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop. 3-21 53MH0-74E...
Page 93 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE You may feel the brake pedal moves a little WARNING while the ABS is operating. WARNING Even without reserve power in the NOTE: (Continued) • The ABS will not work if vehicle speed is brake system, you can still stop the •...
Page 94 ABS system. skidding situation, computer will Ask your Maruti Suzuki authorised change braking pressure several times workshop to inspect the ABS sys- each second to prevent the wheels from tem immediately. If the ABS system locking.
Page 95 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 Driving on Wet Roads ............4-5 Off-road Driving ..............4-6 When Encountering a Flooded Area ........
Page 96 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 97 DRIVING TIPS Improving Fuel Economy NOTICE EXAMPLE The following instructions will help you To avoid damaging catalyst or other improve fuel economy. vehicle damage: • Maintain the engine in the proper NOTE: operating condition. Fuel economy (mileage) of the vehicle may •...
Page 98 DRIVING TIPS Highway Driving Driving on Hills Keep the air cleaner clean When driving at high speeds, pay attention EXAMPLE 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 99 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 100 DRIVING TIPS If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck WARNING WARNING If your vehicle gets stuck in snow, mud, or sand, follow the directions below: Do not allow anyone to stand near • In addition to following the driving the vehicle when you are rocking it, tips in this section, it is important 1) Shift the transaxle back and forth and do not spin the wheels faster...
Page 101 Then, ask a Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop If you drive in the field covered with grass, to check the following inspection items. it may cause accident or fire or vehicle damage by getting caught in grown grass.
Page 102 DRIVING TIPS Do’s and Dont’s for Safe 3) Before moving, look around your vehi- 5) When overtaking other vehicles, watch cle to confirm safety. out for oncoming vehicles and carefully Driving 4) Don’t accelerate suddenly, since it is ensure safety. dangerous and wastes fuel.
Page 103 DRIVING TIPS Braking Night time driving 72F08012 72F08020 Use foot brake in three stages 1) Drive at lower speeds during the night 1. Warn the vehicle behind you than in the daytime, as the visual range 2. Gradually apply the brake. is restricted at night.
Page 104 DRIVING TIPS 3) Don’t use headlights on high beam Margin for Safety unless its use is inevitable. It may cause visual impairment to the driver of It is important to allow yourself a margin for the oncoming vehicle or the vehicle safety during driving so that you can cope ahead of you, which may cause an with erroneous or unexpected driving of...
Page 105 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System (if equipped) ................. 5-1 Fuel Filler Cap ..............5-5 Engine Hood ................ 5-6 Sun Visor ................5-7 Interior Light Switch ............5-8 Accessory Socket (if equipped) ......... 5-8 AUX/USB socket (if equipped) ..........
Page 106 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System (if equipped) Side outlet EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 53M-07-003 When “Open”, air comes out regardless of the air flow selector position. Description of Controls 53MM05015 (1) Windshield defroster outlet (2) Side defroster outlet 53M-07-005 (3) Side outlet Temperature selector (1)
Page 107 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Air flow selector (3) BI-LEVEL (b) HEAT & DEFROST (d) EXAMPLE EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 53M-07-010 53M-07-014 Temperature-controlled air comes out of Temperature-controlled air comes out of the floor outlets and cooler air comes out the floor outlets, the windshield defroster of the center and side outlets.
Page 108 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Air intake selector (4) Air conditioning switch (5) (if equipped) NOTE: To turn on the air conditioning system, set If you select RECIRCULATED AIR for an the blower speed selector to a position extended period of time, the air in the vehi- other than “OFF”...
Page 109 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Normal heating (using outside air) the blower speed selector to a higher NOTE: Select HEAT and FRESH AIR, the tem- blower speed position increases cooling • If you select RECIRCULATED AIR for an perature selector to the desired tempera- efficiency.
Page 110 1993 for automotive applications. Other 53MH0512 • set the air flow selector to DEFROST, refrigerants are available, including recy- ALTO K10 • set the blower speed selector to high, cled R-12, but only R-134a should be used • adjust the temperature selector to the in your vehicle.
Page 111 WARNING spray out, causing injury. If you need to replace the fuel cap, use a Maruti Suzuki genuine cap. Use EXAMPLE of an improper cap can result in a malfunction of the fuel system or emission control system.
Page 112 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT To open the engine hood: 3) Continue to lift up the hood until it is Sun Visor 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 113 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Interior Light Switch Accessory Socket (if equipped) EXAMPLE Manual Transaxle EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 53MH0519 NOTE: 82JN065 53M-07-033 The number of doors involved in the light- Auto Gear Shift This light switch has three positions which ing operation of the interior light depends function as described below: on the vehicle specification.
Page 114 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Type B sories. Check that the cap remains on the Assist Grips (if equipped) socket when socket is not in use. NOTICE Use of inappropriate electrical acces- sories can cause damage to your TUNE / FLD VOL / PWR vehicle’s electrical system.
Page 115 To open the glove box, pull the latch lever. 1) Front cup holder and bottle holder (if To close it, push the lid until it latches equipped) Maruti Suzuki recommends to use maxi- securely. 2) Rear bottle holder (if equipped) mum 1 liter capacity of bottle.
Page 116 When you replace the floor mats in your vehicle with a different type such as all- weather floor mats, we highly recommend using MARUTI SUZUKI GENUINE floor mats for proper fitting. 53M-07-040 WARNING Luggage or other cargo placed in the lug-...
Page 117 EXAMPLE 53MM05003 NOTICE 53M-07-045 Rear ALTO K10 When you use the towing hook (1), avoid the driving that gives signifi- cant physical shock on hook. Such operation can damage the hook, or the vehicle body. Do not sudden accelerate.
Page 118 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Audio system (if equipped) ALTO EXAMPLE TUNE / FLD VOL / PWR MENU DISP/ MODE 69RM05009 NOTE: For vehicle equipped with SMARTPLAY STUDIO INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM, refer to audio manual available with the vehicle. 5-13 53MH0-74E...
Page 119 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Safety information under the License is on an “AS IS” BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDI- NOTICE TIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or WARNING implied. • Avoid spraying or spilling of clear- If you pay too much attention to See the License for specific language gov- ing solutions, perfumes, car fresh- operating the audio system or view-...
Page 120 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Basic operations Turning on/off power Press “VOL/PWR” knob (1) to turn on the power. The unit starts to operate in the pre- EXAMPLE vious mode that the power was turned off. • To turn off the power, press and hold “VOL/PWR”...
Page 121 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT switches or any other interrupt such as Equalizer Adjusting bass/treble/balance/fader handsfree calling etc. The equalizer can set various types of 1) Turn “TUNE/FLD” knob (6) to select sounds depending on the type of music. “Bass”, “Treble”, “Balance” or “Fader”, Sound settings 1) Turn “TUNE/FLD”...
Page 122 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Adjusting the AVC (Auto volume con- System settings Security setting trol) Refer to “Anti-theft feature” later in this 1) Press “MENU” button (5). Setup menu The Auto Volume Control (AVC) function section. will be displayed. automatically adjusts (increases/ 2) Turn “TUNE/FLD”...
Page 123 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT 1) Turn “TUNE/FLD” knob (6) to select NOTE: “Auto Scroll”. An Apple device can be connected in 2) Press “TUNE/FLD” knob (6) to select either Bluetooth® or iPod mode. Blue- “ON” or “OFF”. tooth® mode has higher priority over iPod Mode.
Page 124 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Listening to the radio (1) UP button (2) DOWN button (3) “MODE” button EXAMPLE (4) “TUNE/FLD” knob (A) Frequency (B) Band (C) Auto store mode indication (D) RDS data NOTE: Radio Reception Radio reception can be affected by envi- ronment, atmospheric conditions, or radio TUNE / FLD VOL / PWR...
Page 125 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Selecting the band Preset memory Auto store 1) Press and hold “MODE” button (3) to 1) Tune to the desired station. 1) Press and hold “TUNE/FLD” knob (4) to change to the list of available modes. 2) Press “TUNE/FLD”...
Page 126 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Listening to files stored in a USB device (1) UP button (2) DOWN button (3) “MODE” button EXAMPLE (4) “DISP/BACK” button (5) “MENU” button (6) “TUNE/FLD” knob (A) Track number (B) Play time (C) Current Active track information (if supported by audio device) (D) Repeat/Random status Indication NOTICE...
Page 127 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Selecting a USB device mode Repeat playback Random playback 1) Press and hold “MODE” button (3) to 1) Press and hold “MENU” button (5) to 1) Press and hold “MENU” button (5) to change the display. change the display.
Page 128 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Display change Notes on USB device USB device connection Press “DISP/BACK” button (4). • When connecting a USB device, make Compatible USB devices Each time the button is pressed, display sure that the connector is pushed all the •...
Page 129 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Compatible compression formats Maximum number of files/folders • Maximum number of files: 2500 • Bit rate • Maximum number of files in a folder: 255 MPEG1 Audio Layer III: 32 up to 320 kbps • Maximum number of folders: 255 MPEG2 Audio Layer III: 8 up to 160 kbps –...
Page 130 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Listening to an iPod (1) UP button (2) DOWN button (3) “MODE” button EXAMPLE (4) “DISP/BACK” button (5) “MENU” button (6) “TUNE/FLD” knob (A) Track number (B) Play time (C) Current Active track information (if supported by audio device) Selecting an iPod mode 1) Press and hold “MODE”...
Page 131 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Fast forwarding/rewinding a track Random playback Display change • Press and hold UP button (1) to fast for- 1) Press and hold “MENU” button (5) to Press “DISP/BACK” button (4). ward the track. change the display. Each time the button is pressed, display •...
Page 132 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Notes on iPod/iPhone iPod Made for iPod/iPhone • iPod touch (6th generation)* • iPod touch (5th generation)* • iPod nano (7th generation)* • iPhone 8 Plus • iPhone 8 • iPhone 7 Plus 69RH201 • iPhone 7 •...
Page 133 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT AUX function Display EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 69RH160 AUX connection To listen to auxiliary audio sources (sold separately) through the unit, follow the TUNE / FLD VOL / PWR instruction below. 1) Connect the auxiliary audio source to MENU DISP/ MODE...
Page 134 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT CAUTION • Before connection, mute the unit, and also keep the volume of the auxiliary audio source within a range that will not cause distortion. • When the audio source is turned off, noise may be emitted. Be sure to turn off the unit or switch to another mode before turning off the audio source.
Page 135 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT ® Setting of Bluetooth devices WARNING EXAMPLE ® Do not register or set the Bluetooth device while driving. Stop your vehi- cle in a safe area before registering the device. ® Bluetooth related settings can be entered only when the vehicle is in stationary con- dition.
Page 136 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT ® 3) Turn “TUNE/FLD” knob (5) to select 2) Turn “TUNE/FLD” knob (5) to select Selection from the Bluetooth audio list ® “Pairing”, and press the knob (5) to “Bluetooth Settings”, and press the The list of paired Bluetooth audio is dis- determine the selection.
Page 137 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT NOTE: Automatic connection with the Blue- The device status will be displayed ® If a device is deleted from audio list, it will tooth device 1) Press “MENU” button (3). Setup menu be deleted from phone list as well. If the “BT Power”...
Page 138 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT 4) Turn “TUNE/FLD” knob (5) to select munication radios. “Initialize BT”, and press the knob (5) to You should stop using this unit immedi- determine the selection. ately whenever you are notified that your 5) Turn “TUNE/FLD” knob (5) to select unit disturbs other wireless communica- “YES”, and press the knob (5) to deter- tion.
Page 139 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT ® Bluetooth hands-free NOTICE EXAMPLE • Do not leave your mobile phone inside your vehicle. If the tempera- ture inside the vehicle increases, it may damage your mobile phone. • When disposing your vehicle, make sure to delete all personal informa- tion saved to the audio system.
Page 140 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT – When there is an adverse effect to the It is possible to register a mobile phone NOTE: sound quality of the phone or network and register the phone number to the • If you receive a call from a registered that you are using.
Page 141 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT ® Move call to Private mode Adjust the volume with the Bluetooth Use the call history If you wish to move a call to private mode, settings 1) Turn “TUNE/FLD” knob (7) to select press the “DISP/BACK” button (4). 1) Press “MENU”...
Page 142 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Transfer all contacts from your mobile 6) Turn “TUNE/FLD” knob (7) to select 5) Turn “TUNE/FLD” knob (7) to select phone “YES”, and press the knob (7) to deter- “Add/Modify”, and press the knob (7) to 1) Press “MENU”...
Page 143 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT press the knob (7) to determine the selection. • If you select “Delete Contact”, select the name for delete. 7) Turn “TUNE/FLD” knob (7) to select “YES”, and press the knob (7) to deter- mine the selection. Automatic transfer of the phonebook/ call history When registering the mobile phone, you...
Page 144 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT ® Bluetooth audio (1) UP button (2) DOWN button (3) “MODE” button EXAMPLE (4) “DISP/BACK” button (5) “MENU” button (6) “TUNE/FLD” knob (A) Track number (B) Play time (C) Text information display NOTE: Some functions may not be usable on ®...
Page 145 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Selecting a track Display change • Press UP button (1) to listen to the next Press “DISP/BACK” button (4). track. Each time the button is pressed, display • Press DOWN button (2) twice to listen to will change as follows: SONG the previous track.
Page 146 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT ® Disclaimer for Bluetooth function • Depending on the mobile phone models, some phones may not be compatible fully or partially (some function may be restricted). • Media playback and handsfree calling through third-party applications is not guaranteed and may have limited sup- port.
Page 147 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Anti-theft feature Display EXAMPLE 69RH162 Setting the anti-theft function 1) Press “MENU” button (2). Setup menu will be displayed. 2) Turn “TUNE/FLD” knob (1) to select “System Settings”, and press the knob TUNE / FLD VOL / PWR (1) to determine the selection.
Page 148 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Canceling the anti-theft feature Confirming the Personal Identification “Suzuki Smartplay Dock” applica- To cancel the anti-theft function, delete the Number (PIN) tion registered PIN. When the main power source is discon- “Suzuki Smartplay Dock” is an application 1) Press “MENU”...
Page 149 NOTE: • For further information on compatible phones and application download pro- cess, please refer to MARUTI SUZUKI website. • Application is compatible with smart- phones supporting iOS version 9.0, Android OS 5.0 and above.
Page 150 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Troubleshooting When encountering a problem, check and follow the instructions below. If the described suggestions do not solve the problem, it is recommended to take the unit to a Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop. Problem Possible cause...
Page 151 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Display Possible solution Display ® Bluetooth The distance between this unit and the Blue- ® ® tooth ready device is too far, or a metallic Change the location of the Bluetooth ready ® object may be located between the Bluetooth device.
Page 152 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Error display messages The following messages (flashing) will be displayed onto the screen depending on the condition of the audio system. Display Possible solution When the USB device or iPod reading error occurs, this message will be displayed. Reconnect the USB device or iPod connection cable.
Page 153 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Display Possible solution When the maximum limit for number of phonebook data transfer is reached, this message will be dis- played. MEMORY FULL Delete registered data of unnecessary number in phonebook and try to transfer the register phone numbers in the phonebook again.
Page 154 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Voice Recognition (VR) Button (if equipped) EXAMPLE 53MH0527 1) Voice recognition (VR) button It can be used with a device having a voice recognition function. To use the function, it is necessary to perform a corresponding setting on your device.
Page 155 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT ALTO K10 EXAMPLE 53MM05012 5-50 53MH0-74E...
Page 156 • Set the sound volume to a level Please bring the unit to a Maruti Suzuki that will allow you to continue to be authorised workshop. aware of road and traffic conditions while driving.
Page 157 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Do not expose compact discs to direct sun- light or any heat source. NOTE: • Do not use commercially available CD protection sheets or discs equipped with stabilizers, etc. These may get caught in the internal mechanism and damage the disc.
Page 158 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 5-53 53MH0-74E...
Page 159 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 160 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 5-55 53MH0-74E...
Page 161 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 162 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 163 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 164 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Listening to a CD Random playback Display change When a CD is inserted, playback will auto- Track Random 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 165 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 166 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Selecting a folder Scan play Repeat playback • Press the Folder Up button (6) to select File scan Track repeat 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 167 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 168 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT • As the number of folders recorded on the disc increases, the time to read the CAUTION disc information also increases. • The playback order may differ Limitations of displayed depending on the writing software. information •...
Page 169 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 170 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Fast forwarding/Rewinding a track Random playback NOTICE • Hold down the Up button (9) to fast for- ward the track. Track random Do not connect any USB device other • Hold down the Down button (8) to fast Press the RDM button (4).
Page 171 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 172 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 173 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 174 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT ® Selecting an iPod mode • The random indicator “FOLD.” and Display change “RDM” will light. The folder random is the Press the Media Source Mode button (1) Press the DISP button (4). same as song shuffle or iPod. to select USB (iPod) mode.
Page 175 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT iPod® menu mode About resume play Caution for connecting iPod 1) Press the MENU button (5). When connecting iPod to car stereo, iPod • When iPod EQ setting is ON, sound may 2) Press the Up button (8) or Down button will start playing the song which played be distorted.
Page 176 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Supported iPod “Made for iPod,” and “Made for iPhone,” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to Software iPod/ iPhone models iPod, or iPhone, respectively, and has Version been certified by the developer to meet iPhone®...
Page 177 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 178 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 179 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 180 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 181 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 182 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Vehicle Loading ..............6-1 Trailer Towing ..............6-1 Towing Your Vehicle ............6-2 53MH0-74E...
Page 183 Vehicle Loading Trailer Towing WARNING Your vehicle was designed for specific Your MARUTI SUZUKI was originally Never overload your vehicle. The weight capacities. The weight capacities of designed to carry people and a normal gross vehicle weight (sum of the your vehicle are indicated by the Gross amount of cargo, not to tow a trailer.
Page 184 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Towing Your Vehicle TOWING INSTRUCTION TABLE A: 2WD VEHICLES WITH MANUAL TRANSAXLE OR AUTO GEAR SHIFT Your vehicle may be towed behind another DRIVE TRANS TOWING 1) Secure the front wheels on a towing vehicle (such as a motorhome), provided TRAIN MISSION METHOD...
Page 185 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 186 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 187 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 188 “C”: Clean “R”: Replace or Change “I” : Inspect, clean, adjust, lubricate or WARNING replace as necessary MARUTI SUZUKI recommends that “L” : Lubricate maintenance your MARUTI “T” : Tighten to Specified Torque “O”: Rotate SUZUKI vehicle be performed by Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop.
Page 189 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 mounting and manifold fixings (Loose, Damage) –...
Page 190 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) Brake discs and pads (Wear) –...
Page 191 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. All latches, hinges and locks (Function) I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L...
Page 192 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 193 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 194 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) Brake discs and pads (Wear) –...
Page 195 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 196 SAE 5W-30 (1) is the best choice for good fuel economy, and good starting in cold If you need to replace or adjust the belt EXAMPLE weather. have it done by your Maruti Suzuki autho- rised workshop. Specified Oil (ALTO K10) 53M-09-005 (1) Preferred...
Page 197 Wait until the drain plug is cool enough to touch with your bare hands. ALTO EXAMPLE 68KH066 It is important to keep the engine oil at the correct level for proper lubrication of your vehicle’s engine.
Page 198 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE ALTO K10 4) Reinstall the drain plug and new gas- Tightening (viewed from filter top) 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 199 Check the coolant level at the reservoir inspected by your Maruti Suzuki tank, not at the radiator. With the engine authorised workshop. cool, the coolant level should be between the “FULL” and “LOW” marks.
Page 200 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Adding Coolant ALTO K10 WARNING EXAMPLE ALTO 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 201 Remove carbon Right Wrong deposits with a wire or pin and adjust the spark plug gap. NOTE: For ALTO K10: Unclamp the air filter bolt and then remove the air cleaner case. ALTO K10 EXAMPLE 53MM07008 53MM07007...
Page 202 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 203 Replace the Fuel Filter suring the distance it moves until you feel you trust this job to your Maruti Suzuki Since special procedures are required, we slight resistance. The play in the clutch authorised workshop.
Page 204 Solution can be poisonous Should the light come on, immedi- to animals. Keep out of the reach of ately ask your Maruti Suzuki autho- children and animals. rised workshop to inspect the EXAMPLE brake system.
Page 205 Pedal to floor carpet minimum dis- tance “a”: EXAMPLE ALTO : 72 mm (2.8 in.) 54G109 ALTO K10: 79 mm (3.1 in.) 60G104S Ratchet tooth specification “b”: 4th – 9th With the engine running, measure the dis- WARNING Lever pull force (1):...
Page 206 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 authorised work- shop. 53M-09-034 7-20 53MH0-74E...
Page 207 (1) Tread wear indicator Tire Rotation (2) Indicator location mark WARNING • 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 208 8) In case of any problem, please get in hydrogen gas. Keep flames and air pressure is maintained by the sealing touch with Maruti Suzuki authorised sparks away from the battery or an between tire bead and wheel rim. Tubeless workshop.
Page 209 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Replacement of the battery WARNING EXAMPLE EXAMPLE If the battery is used with battery level being less than the lower level line “MIN”, it may cause reduced bat- tery life, an exothermic heat, or an explosion by hydrogen gas occurring from the battery.
Page 210 Fuses in the Engine Compartment (16) A/c compressor Primary fuses (17) 7.5A CNG valve ALTO These fuses are between the main fuse (18) ABS motor and individual fuses, and are for electrical load groups. (19) Battery 2 Individual fuses These fuses are for individual electrical cir- cuits.
Page 211 If a primary fuse blows, no electrical ABS Solenoid blows, be sure to have your vehicle component in the corresponding load inspected by a Maruti Suzuki autho- Ignition switch fuse group will function. When replacing the rised workshop. Always use a genu- main fuse, a primary fuse or an individual ine MARUTI replacement.
Page 212 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Fuses under the Dash Board ALTO K10 – Blank Blower fan motor EXAMPLE Stop light Tail light Radio/Audio Door lock (10) – Blank (11) Accessory 53M-09-044 (12) – Blank (13) Power window SECONDARY FUSE (14) Ignition coil...
Page 213 • The headlight bulbs are filled with (21) Power steering inspected immediately your pressurized halogen gas. They can Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop. (22) Starting motor burst and injure you if they are hit or dropped. Handle them carefully. Horn/Hazard warning (23)
Page 214 However if EXAMPLE there is water leakage inside the lamp, contact your Maruti Suzuki authorised 53M-09-050 workshop. Pull down the lens by using a flat blade screwdriver covered with a soft cloth as Interior Light shown.
Page 215 To install the holder, push the holder in and turn it clockwise. Bulb EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 53M-09-055 53MM07001 ALTO K10 ALTO K10 EXAMPLE 53M-09-052 (3) Removal (4) Installation There are two types of bulb, “Full glass type” (1) and “Glass/metal type” (2).
Page 216 EXAMPLE NOTE: Some wiper blades may be different from 53M-09-058 the ones described here depending on vehicle specifications. If so, consult your Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop for proper replacement method. 53M-09-061 7-30 53MH0-74E...
Page 217 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 2) Squeeze lock (1) towards wiper arm (2) 4) If the new blade is provided without the NOTE: and remove the wiper frame from the two metal retainers, move them from When you install the metal retainers (3), arm as shown.
Page 218 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE WARNING Do not use “anti-freeze” solution in the windshield washer reservoir. This can severely impair visibility when sprayed on the windshield, and also damage your vehicle’s paint. NOTICE Damage may result if the washer motor is operated with no fluid in the washer tank.
Page 220 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 ..........8-7 If the Engine is Flooded ............8-7 If the Engine Overheats ............8-7 Warning Triangle ..............8-8 53MH0-74E...
Page 221 EMERGENCY SERVICE Tire Changing Tool The jack handle and wheel brace are stowed in the storage bag. CAUTION 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 222 EMERGENCY SERVICE 3) Turn on the hazard warning flasher if your vehicle is near traffic. WARNING EXAMPLE 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 223 EMERGENCY SERVICE (1) Front (2) Rear EXAMPLE (3) Jack bracket (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 a Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop.
Page 224 Do not touch these areas ther assistance contact your nearest immediately after the vehicle has Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop. been driven. To change a wheel, use the following pro- 5) Remove the wheel nuts and wheel.
Page 225 EMERGENCY SERVICE Full Wheel Cover (if equipped) Jump Starting Instructions EXAMPLE WARNING • Never attempt to jump start your vehicle if the battery appears to be frozen. Batteries in this condition may explode or rupture if jump starting is attempted. •...
Page 226 EMERGENCY SERVICE Towing 3) Make jump lead connections as follows: NOTICE 1. Connect one end of the first jump If you need to have your vehicle towed, Your vehicle should not be started by lead to the positive (+) terminal of contact a professional service.
Page 227 Have the vehi- These procedures may help put the If you see or hear escaping steam, cle inspected by your Maruti Suzuki transaxle in neutral. If the transaxle stop the vehicle in a safe place and authorised workshop.
Page 228 EMERGENCY SERVICE Warning Triangle 2) Check the coolant level in the reservoir. If it is found to be lower than the “LOW” WARNING line, look for leaks at the radiator, water EXAMPLE • It is hazardous to remove the radia- pump, and radiator and heater hoses.
Page 229 EMERGENCY SERVICE • Remove the warning triangle carefully from the cover as shown by arrow 1. • Open both the reflector arms as shown by arrow and lock the arms with each other with the clip provided in the right arm.
Page 230 APPEARANCE CARE APPEARANCE CARE Corrosion Prevention ............9-1 Vehicle Cleaning ..............9-2 53MH0-74E...
Page 231 APPEARANCE CARE Corrosion Prevention 3) Moisture in certain areas of a vehicle Remove foreign material deposits for an extended period of time may pro- Foreign material such as salts, chemicals, It is important to take good care of your mote corrosion even though other body road oil or tar, tree sap, bird droppings and vehicle to protect it from corrosion.
Page 232 APPEARANCE CARE Vehicle Cleaning Cleaning the Interior spill or leak does occur, clean and dry the area immediately. Vinyl upholstery Prepare a solution of soap or mild deter- EXAMPLE Store your vehicle in a dry, well-venti- gent mixed with warm water. Apply the lated area solution to the vinyl with a sponge or soft Park your vehicle to save it from continu-...
Page 233 APPEARANCE CARE Washing Carpets CAUTION Remove dirt and soil as much as possible with a vacuum cleaner. Using a mild soap EXAMPLE • Do not spill liquid or semi-solid on solution, rub stained areas with a clean the front passenger's seat. If you damp cloth.
Page 234 APPEARANCE CARE When washing the vehicle, park it where 3) Wash the entire exterior with a mild direct sunlight does not fall on it and follow detergent or car wash soap using a NOTICE the instructions below: sponge or soft cloth. The sponge or If you use an automatic car wash, 1) Flush the underside of body and wheel cloth should be frequently soaked in the...
Page 235 APPEARANCE CARE MEMO 53MH0-74E...
Page 236 GENERAL INFORMATION GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Identification ............10-1 FASTag (if equipped) ............10-1 High Security Registration Plate (HSRP) ......10-2 53MH0-74E...
Page 237 Government of India. In case of any damage to FASTag or replacement of front windscreen, please contact your nearest Maruti Suzuki autho- rised workshop. EXAMPLE 53M-12-002 ALTO K10...
Page 238 GENERAL INFORMATION As seen from inside of the vehicle As seen from outside of the vehicle High Security Registration Plate (HSRP) EXAMPLE EXAMPLE As per Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, every new vehicle must have HSRP. Easy to Cruise HSRP contains;...
Page 239 GENERAL INFORMATION Third license plate - As seen from out- • Use of any sharp objects on the label side of the vehicle can damage the label. • In the event of any replacement of the EXAMPLE third license plate may please contact the approved authority.
Page 240 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without notice. ITEM: Dimensions UNIT: mm ALTO ALTO K10 Overall length 3445 3545 With Body Side Molding 1515 1515 Overall width Without Body Side Molding 1490 1490 Overall height 1475 1475 Wheelbase...
Page 241 SPECIFICATIONS ITEM: Engine ALTO 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...
Page 242 SPECIFICATIONS ITEM: Lights ALTO 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...
Page 243 SPECIFICATIONS ITEM: Wheels and Tires ALTO ALTO K10 — 155/65 R13 73S Tire size, front and rear 145/80R12 74S 155/65 R13 73T 145/80R12 74T — — — Tire size, spare — — — 155/65 R13 73S : 13X4 1/2J Rim size 145/80R12 74T : 12 ×...

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