Driving On Slippery Roads; Tire Chains - Suzuki Swift 2015 Owner's Manual

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WARNING
Try not to hold the brake pedal down
too long or too often while going
down a steep or long hill. This could
cause the brakes to overheat, result-
ing in reduced braking efficiency.
Failure to take this precaution could
result in loss of vehicle control.
While moving uphill/gradient from a
stand still condition
Apply the parking
brake firmly so that the
vehicle does not roll backwards.
Depress the Clutch pedal and Shift the
st
gearshift lever to 1
Select position.
Do not slip the clutch.
When ready to start, press accelerator
pedal and slowly release the clutch
pedal simultaneously. When the vehicle
starts to move, gradually release the
parking brake.
NOTICE
When
descending
down
a
NEVER turn the ignition key to the
"LOCK" position. Emission control
system damage may result.

Driving on Slippery Roads

EXAMPLE
Under wet road conditions you should
drive at a lower speed than on dry roads
due to possible slippage of tires during
braking. When driving on icy, snow-cov-
ered, or muddy roads, reduce your speed
and avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt
braking, or sharp steering movements.
hill,
DRIVING TIPS

Tire Chains

Tire chains should only be used if they are
needed to increase traction or are required
by law. Make sure that the chains you use
are the correct size for your vehicle's tires.
Also make sure that there is enough clear-
ance between the fenders and the chains
as installed on the tires.
Install the chains on the front tires tightly,
according to the chain manufacturer's
instructions. Retighten the chains after
driving about 1.0 km if necessary. With the
chains installed, drive slowly.
NOTICE
• If you hear the chains hitting
74LHM0407
against the vehicle body while driv-
ing, stop and tighten them.
• If your vehicle is equipped with full
wheel caps, remove the wheel caps
before installing the chains or the
wheel caps can be damaged by the
chain bands.
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