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SERVICE STATION INFORMATION
See page 1-1
Engine oil recommendation:
Quality: SG, SH, SJ, SL, SM or SN
Viscosity: SAE 0W-20, 5W-30, 10W-30, 10W-40,
15W-40 or 20W-40
For further details, see "Engine Oil and Filter" in the
Part No. 99011-81A2G-01E
Suzuki Red: Magenta 100%, Yellow 100%
Suzuki Blue: Cyan 100%, Magenta 70%
Takumi Blue: Cyan 100%, Black 85%
Black
10.5 mm
DOT3 or SAE J1703
SUZUKI ATF3317 or Mobil ATF3309 or equivalent to
DEXRON ® -III.
Tire cold pressure:
See the "Tire Information Label" located on the
driver's door lock pillar.
March, 2015
Printed in Japan
OWNER'S MANUAL
Keep With Vehicle At All Times.
Contains Important Information
On Safety, Operation & Maintenance.

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  • Page 1 DOT3 or SAE J1703 Engine oil recommendation: Automatic transmission fluid: Quality: SG, SH, SJ, SL, SM or SN SUZUKI ATF3317 or Mobil ATF3309 or equivalent to Viscosity: SAE 0W-20, 5W-30, 10W-30, 10W-40, DEXRON ® -III. 15W-40 or 20W-40 Tire cold pressure: For further details, see “Engine Oil and Filter”...
  • Page 2 NOTE: The illustrated model is one of the JIMNY series. © 2015 All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, for any purpose, without the express written permission of Suzuki Motor Corporation. 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 3 INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing SUZUKI and welcome to our growing family. Your choice was a wise one; SUZUKI products are a great value that will give you years of driving pleasure. This Owner’s Manual was prepared to help you have a safe, enjoyable, and trouble-free experience with your SUZUKI. In it you will learn about the vehicle’s operation, its safety features and maintenance requirements.
  • Page 4 A wide variety of non-genuine replacement parts and accessories for SUZUKI vehicles are currently available in the market. Using these parts and accessories can affect the vehicle performance and shorten its useful life. Therefore, installation of non-genuine SUZUKI parts and accessories is not covered under warranty.
  • Page 5 SERVICE STATION GUIDE Battery Battery Fuel Fuel Fuel Tire changing tools Tire changing tools See Section 8 See Section 8 See Section 1 See Section 1 See Section 1 See Section 4 See Section 4 (RHD) (RHD) Engine hood (RHD) Engine hood See Section 4 Spare tire...
  • Page 6 MEMO 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS BEFORE DRIVING STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS INSTRUMENT PANEL OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE DRIVING TIPS VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE EMERGENCY SERVICE APPEARANCE CARE GENERAL INFORMATION SPECIFICATIONS SUPPLEMENT INDEX 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 8 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 9 SUZUKI and before operating your new SUZUKI and words WARNING, CAUTION, NOTICE words WARNING, CAUTION, NOTICE SUZUKI...
  • Page 10 CB (Citizen’s Band) radios may cause electronic interfer- ence with your vehicle’s ignition sys- tem, resulting in vehicle performance problems. Consult your SUZUKI dealer or qualified service technician for advice on installing such mobile communication equipment. 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    BEFORE DRIVING BEFORE DRIVING Fuel Recommendation ............1-1 Keys ..................1-2 Spare Tire Nut Lock (if equipped) ........1-3 Door Locks ................1-3 Windows ................1-7 Mirrors .................. 1-9 Seat Adjustment ..............1-10 Head Restraints (if equipped) ..........1-12 Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems ......1-13 Child Restraint System for EU Countries ......
  • Page 12: Before Driving

    (RON) of 85 or higher. spilled on the vehicle body, wipe it up responsibility of SUZUKI and may not be Note, it is preferable to use unleaded gaso- immediately. Fuels containing alco- covered under the New Vehicle Warranty.
  • Page 13: Keys

    The key communi- If you lose your immobilizer ignition key, see your SUZUKI dealer as soon as pos- cates the identification code to the vehicle sible. when the key is turned to the “ON” posi- tion.
  • Page 14: Spare Tire Nut Lock (If Equipped)

    Spare Tire Nut Lock: 5 Door Locks: 3, 5, 8 BEFORE DRIVING Spare Tire Nut Lock Door Locks EXAMPLE (if equipped) Side Door Locks UNLOCK Insert LOCK UNLOCK UNLOCK LOCK Rear Push To LOCK 54G005 Front To lock a door from inside the vehicle, push the lock knob down.
  • Page 15 Door Locks: 3, 5, 8 BEFORE DRIVING Central Door Locking System Keyless Entry System (if equipped) (if equipped) 81A282 You can also lock and unlock all the side 81A281 doors and the tailgate by pushing down or 81A184 pulling up the driver’s door lock knob. You can lock and unlock all the side doors (1) “LOCK”...
  • Page 16 3) Put the edge of a flat blade screwdriver • If you lose your transmitter, ask your in the slot of the transmitter (2) and pry SUZUKI dealer as soon as possible for a it open. replacement and to have the lost one 4) Replace the battery (3) so its + terminal deactivated.
  • Page 17 For more detailed infor- vehicle, for example by means of a warn- mation about disposing or recycling of the ing triangle or other devices according to used battery, consult your SUZUKI dealer. national requirements for use on the road. 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 18: Windows

    Windows: 3, 8 BEFORE DRIVING Windows Electric Window Controls (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 Driver’s side EXAMPLE 81A166 (2) Tailgate inside lever (if equipped) You can also lock and unlock the tailgate 60G010 from inside by pushing down or pulling up...
  • Page 19 Windows: 3, 8 BEFORE DRIVING Passenger’s door Lock switch CLOSE OPEN 81A009 81A159 81A011 To open a window, push the top part of the The passenger’s door has a switch (3) to The driver’s door also has a lock switch for switch and to close the window lift up the operate the passenger’s window.
  • Page 20: Mirrors

    Mirrors: 3, 8 BEFORE DRIVING Mirrors Outside Rearview Mirrors WARNING Day-Night Rearview Mirror EXAMPLE (Continued) (if equipped) • 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 21: Seat Adjustment

    Seat Adjustment: 3 BEFORE DRIVING Electric Mirrors (if equipped) Seat Adjustment Adjusting Seat Position Front EXAMPLE WARNING Never attempt to adjust the driver’s seat or seatback while driving. The seat or seatback could move unex- pectedly, causing loss of control. Make sure that the driver’s seat and seatback properly...
  • Page 22 Seat Adjustment: 3 BEFORE DRIVING Adjusting Seatbacks Rear Walk-in Type Seats (if equipped) EXAMPLE WARNING All seatbacks should always be in an upright position when driving, or seat belt effectiveness may be reduced. Seat belts are designed to offer maxi- mum protection when seatbacks are in the upright position.
  • Page 23: Head Restraints (If Equipped)

    Adjustable Head Restraints: 3 Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems: 3 BEFORE DRIVING Head Restraints (if equipped) EXAMPLE 81A2024 81A2025 You can move the front passenger’s seat To raise the head restraint, pull upward on 63J256 from inside the vehicle by depressing the the restraint until it clicks.
  • Page 24: Seat Belts And Child Restraint Systems

    Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems: 3 BEFORE DRIVING Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems Above the pelvis Across the pelvis 65D606 65D201 WARNING WARNING 65D231S • Never allow persons to ride in the (Continued) cargo area of a vehicle. In the event •...
  • Page 25 Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems: 3 BEFORE DRIVING WARNING WARNING (Continued) (Continued) • Never use the same seat belt on • For children, if the shoulder belt more than one occupant and never irritates the neck or face, move the attach a seat belt over an infant or child closer to the center of the as low as possible...
  • Page 26 Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems: 3 BEFORE DRIVING Seat Belts Safety reminder To reduce the risk of sliding under the belt during a collision, position the lap portion Lap-shoulder belts of the belt across your lap as low on your Sit up straight and fully back hips as possible and adjust it to a snug fit...
  • Page 27 Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems: 3 BEFORE DRIVING Driver’s Seat Belt Reminder (if equipped) There are two kinds of operations on the driver’s seat belt reminder depending on the vehicle’s specification. EXAMPLE 54G018 60A039 To fasten the seat belt, sit up straight and To unfasten the seat belt, push the button well back in the seat, pull the latch plate on the buckle and retract the belt slowly...
  • Page 28 Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems: 3 BEFORE DRIVING If the driver’s seat belt remains unbuckled when the ignition switch is turned to the WARNING WARNING “ON” position, the reminder works as fol- It is absolutely essential that the Be sure to inspect all seat belt lows: driver and passengers wear their seat assemblies after any collision.
  • Page 29: Child Restraint System For Eu Countries

    (For EU countries) When purchasing a child restraint and install it to your SUZUKI, refer to the infor- mation about suitability for child restraints shown in “Child Restraint System for EU Countries” in this section.
  • Page 30 Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems: 3 BEFORE DRIVING WARNING Children could be endangered in a crash if their child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle. When installing a child restraint sys- tem, be sure to follow the instruc- tions below.
  • Page 31 Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems: 3 BEFORE DRIVING Child Restraint System for EU Countries 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 under 12 years of age or smaller than 150 cm, properly use the child restraints which conform to ECE-R Norm 44, the standard for child restraints, referring to the table.
  • Page 32 Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems: 3 BEFORE DRIVING Table of vehicle handbook information on ISOFIX child restraint systems installation suitability for various ISOFIX positions Vehicle ISOFIX positions Size Mass group Fixture Front Rear Rear Intermediate Intermediate Others class Passenger Outboard Center Outboard...
  • Page 33 IUF : Suitable for ISOFIX forward child restraint systems of universal category approved for use in this mass group *SUZUKI recommends RÖMER DUO plus (SUZUKI Genuine Accessory part number: 99000-990YA-020) IL : Suitable for particular ISOFIX child restraint systems are those of the ‘specific vehicle’, ‘restricted’ or ‘semi-universal’ categories...
  • Page 34 Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems: 3 BEFORE DRIVING Installation with Lap-Shoulder Seat Installation with ISOFIX type Install the ISOFIX type child restraint sys- Belts Anchorages tem according to the instructions provided by the child restraint system manufacturer. ELR type belt After installing, try moving the child restraint system in all directions especially EXAMPLE...
  • Page 35 Supplemental Restraint System (air bags): 3, 9, 12 BEFORE DRIVING Here is a general instruction: 1) Pull upward on the rear head restraint EXAMPLE EXAMPLE (if equipped) until it clicks. EXAMPLE 81A2046 54G184 3) Use your hands to carefully align the 4) Push the child restraint toward the connecting bar tips with the anchor- anchorages so that the connecting bar...
  • Page 36 Supplemental Restraint System (air bags): 3, 9, 12 BEFORE DRIVING Installation of Child Restraint with 3) Hook the top strap to the anchor Top Strap bracket and tighten the top strap EXAMPLE according to the instructions provided by the child restraint system manufac- EXAMPLE turer.
  • Page 37 This section of the owner’s manual pant’s body more snugly in the event of a 81A2030 describes your SUZUKI’s SEAT BELT frontal crash. The retractors will remain 4) When routing the top strap, be sure to PRETENSIONER SYSTEM.
  • Page 38 The wires are wrapped tensioner system serviced by an autho- with yellow tape or yellow tubing, and the rized SUZUKI dealer as soon as possible. 54G022 couplers are yellow. When scrapping your If the “AIR BAG” light on the instrument...
  • Page 39 BEFORE DRIVING WARNING An air bag supplements, or adds to, the frontal crash protection offered by seat belts. The driver and all pas- sengers must be properly restrained by wearing seat belts at all times, whether or not an air bag is mounted at their seating position, to minimize the risk of severe injury or death in the event of a crash.
  • Page 40 Please refer to the “Seat 65D237 rized SUZUKI dealer as soon as possible. Belts and Child Restraint Systems” section in the “BEFORE DRIVING” section for details on securing your child.
  • Page 41 BEFORE DRIVING Air bag symbol How the system works Air bags must inflate quickly and forcefully in order to reduce the chance of serious or fatal injuries. However, an unavoidable EXAMPLE consequence of the quick inflation is that the air bag may irritate bare skin, such as WARNING AVERTISSEMENT the facial area.
  • Page 42 Either of these two conditions against the dashboard, or other- an authorized SUZUKI dealer to ensure it may result in severe injury. wise get too close to the dash- is in proper working order.
  • Page 43: Steering Column Controls

    STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS Ignition Switch ..............2-1 Lighting/Turn Signal Control Lever ........2-2 Windshield Wiper and Washer Lever ........ 2-4 Horn ..................2-6 60G405 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 44: Steering Column Controls

    Ignition Switch: 8 STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS Ignition Switch If your vehicle is equipped with the auto- matic transmission key inter lock system, the key can be turned to the “LOCK” posi- tion only when the gearshift lever is in the “P”...
  • Page 45 EXAMPLE SUZUKI dealer. • Do not leave the ignition switch in ( 3 ) the “ON” position if the engine is not running as the battery will dis- charge. 81A297S...
  • Page 46: Instrument Panel

    Lighting/Turn Signal Control Lever: 8 STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS Day time running light control Turn Signal Operation Front position lights, tail lights, license (if equipped) With the ignition switch in the “ON” posi- plate light, instrument lights and headlights When the engine is started, this system tion, move the lever up or down to activate are on.
  • Page 47 Lighting/Turn Signal Control Lever: 8 Windshield Wiper and Washer Lever: 8 STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS Lane change signal Windshield Wiper and Washer Windshield Wipers Lever EXAMPLE EXAMPLE Wiper and Washer Operation MIST When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, you can use the wiper/washer lever or switch.
  • Page 48 Windshield Wiper and Washer Lever: 8 Rear Window Wiper/Washer Switch: 8 Horn: 6 STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS Windshield Washer Rear Window Wiper/Washer Switch NOTICE EXAMPLE EXAMPLE To help prevent damage to the wind- shield wiper and washer system Washer components, you should take the fol- lowing precautions: •...
  • Page 49 STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS Horn NOTICE Clear ice or snow from the rear win- EXAMPLE dow and rear wiper blade before using the rear wiper. Accumulated ice or snow could prevent the wiper blade from moving, causing damage to the wiper motor. 81A2077 Press the horn button of the steering wheel to sound the horn.
  • Page 50 STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS MEMO 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 51: Table Of Contents

    INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL Instrument Panel ..............3-1 Instrument Cluster .............. 3-2 Warning and Indicator Lights ..........3-3 Speedometer ............... 3-10 Tachometer ................3-10 Fuel Gauge ................3-10 Temperature Gauge ............3-11 Information Display ............. 3-11 Hazard Warning Switch ............3-14 Heated Rear Window (and heated outside rearview mirrors –...
  • Page 52 Instrument Panel: 3, 8 INSTRUMENT PANEL Instrument Panel Right-hand drive 1. Instrument cluster 3 / 4 3 / 4 2. Ignition switch 3. Lighting switch/Turn signal and dim- mer switch 4. Windshield wiper and washer switch/ Rear window wiper and washer switch 5.
  • Page 53: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument Cluster: 8 INSTRUMENT PANEL Instrument Cluster EXAMPLE 1. Speedometer 2. Tachometer 3. Fuel gauge 4. Temperature gauge 5. Information display 6. Trip meter selector knob 7. Clock knob 8. Warning and indicator lights 81A2097 * These marks are explanation of the knobs 6 and 7. Refer to “Information Display” in this section for detail of knobs.
  • Page 54 SUZUKI dealer. Even if the light turns sure monitoring system (TPMS) that uses cle placard. off after blinking, indicating that the a low tire pressure warning light to inform...
  • Page 55 Warning and Indicator Lights: 8 INSTRUMENT PANEL Refer to “Tire Pressure Monitoring System” WARNING WARNING in the “OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE” sec- tion for additional details on the tire pres- The load-carrying capacity of your Continuing to drive with the low tire sure monitoring system.
  • Page 56 The light also comes on when the fluid in your SUZUKI dealer to inspect the If the light stays on, or comes on when the brake fluid reservoir falls below the brake system.
  • Page 57 ESC systems (other NOTE: than ABS). You should have the system • If the vehicle speed is greater than inspected by an authorized SUZUKI approximately 30 km/h (19 mph), the dealer. ESC systems (other than ABS) will turn on automatically and the light will go out.
  • Page 58 Check the oil level and add oil if necessary. should be inspected immediately by your If there is enough oil, the lubrication sys- SUZUKI dealer. tem should be inspected by your SUZUKI dealer before you drive the vehicle again. NOTICE • If you operate the engine with this light on, severe engine damage can result.
  • Page 59 If the “AIR BAG” light does not blink is a damage in the emission control sys- or come on briefly when the ignition tem. Bring the vehicle to your SUZUKI switch is turned to the “ON” position, dealer to have the damage fixed.
  • Page 60 If so, have the 54G391 This indicator comes on when headlight system corrected by your SUZUKI dealer. main beams (high beams) are turned on. This light remains on until all doors (includ- For details on how to change the transfer ing the tailgate) are completely closed.
  • Page 61: Tachometer

    Tachometer: 8 Fuel Gauge: 8 INSTRUMENT PANEL Low Fuel Warning Light Speedometer Fuel Gauge The speedometer indicates vehicle speed. EXAMPLE Tachometer The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute. 54G343 NOTICE If this light comes on, fill the fuel tank Never drive the vehicle with the immediately.
  • Page 62: Temperature Gauge

    Temperature Gauge: 8 Hazard Warning Switch: 8 Heated Rear Window (and heated outside rearview mirrors) Switch: 8 INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: Temperature Gauge Information Display The activation point of the low fuel warning light (1) varies depending on road condi- EXAMPLE tions (for example, slope or curve) and driving conditions because of fuel moving in the tank.
  • Page 63 Heated Rear Window (and heated outside rearview mirrors) Switch: 8 Front Seat Heater Switch: 8 INSTRUMENT PANEL When the ignition switch is in the “ON” A/T Selector Position Indicator / Clock position, the information display shows the Gearshift Indicator When the ignition switch is in the “ON” following information.
  • Page 64 Front Seat Heater Switch: 8 2WD/4WD Switches: Headlight Leveling Switch: 8, 11 INSTRUMENT PANEL Trip Meter / Meter Illumination Control Meter illumination control Odometer When the ignition switch is in the “ON” When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the display (C) shows the trip position, the display (D) shows the odome- meter A or B.
  • Page 65: Hazard Warning Switch

    Headlight Leveling Switch: 8, 11 Fog Light Switch: 8 Cigarette Lighter and Ashtray: 3, 8 INSTRUMENT PANEL Hazard Warning Switch Heated Rear Window NOTICE (and heated outside rearview The heated rear window (and the mirrors – if equipped) Switch heated outside rearview mirrors – if (if equipped) equipped) uses a large amount of electricity.
  • Page 66: Front Seat Heater Switch (If Equipped)

    Accessory Socket: Clock: 8 INSTRUMENT PANEL Front Seat Heater Switch NOTICE (if equipped) To avoid damaging the heater ele- ment: EXAMPLE • Do not subject the front seats to heavy impacts, such as children jumping on them. • Do not cover the seat with any insulating materials such as blan- kets or cushions.
  • Page 67: Wd/4Wd Switches

    Glove Box: 3 Heating System: 4 INSTRUMENT PANEL 2WD/4WD Switches ESC OFF Switch (if equipped) Headlight Leveling Switch (if equipped) 81A249 81A2069 The 2WD/4WD switches are located on the The ESC OFF switch is located on the 80G025 center of the instrument panel. instrument panel.
  • Page 68: Ashtray

    Heating System: 4 INSTRUMENT PANEL Fog Light Switch (if equipped) Ashtray Switch Vehicle Load Condition Position Front Rear Driver only Driver + 1 passenger (in front seat) Driver + full passengers, no cargo Driver + full passengers, cargo added Driver + full cargo EXAMPLE 81A250 81A2003...
  • Page 69: Accessory Socket

    Heating System: 4 INSTRUMENT PANEL Accessory Socket Glove Box 81A239 81A251 The accessory socket will work when the To open the glove box, pull the latch lever. ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” posi- To close it, push the lid until it latches tion.
  • Page 70: Heating System

    Heating System: 4 Air Conditioner System: 4 INSTRUMENT PANEL Heating System Side outlet The heating system provides heating, defrosting and ventilation. 81A302 81A252 When “Open”, air comes out regardless of 1. Windshield defroster outlet the air flow selector position. 2. Side defroster outlet 3.
  • Page 71 INSTRUMENT PANEL Description of Controls Bi-level (3) Heat & defrost (5) EXAMPLE (4) (5) 81A255 81A257 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 72 INSTRUMENT PANEL Temperature selector (8) System Operating Instructions Head cooled/Feet warmed heating This selector is used to control the temper- Select “BI-LEVEL” and “FRESH AIR”, the Natural ventilation ature of the air that comes out of the air temperature selector to the desired tem- Select “VENTILATION”...
  • Page 73: Air Conditioning System (If Equipped)

    INSTRUMENT PANEL Air Conditioning System During operation of the air conditioner, you System Operating Instructions may notice slight changes in engine (if equipped) Normal cooling speed. These changes are normal, the Set the air flow selector to “VENTILA- system is designed so that the compressor TION”, the temperature selector to the turns on or off to maintain the desired tem- desired temperature position and the...
  • Page 74 INSTRUMENT PANEL Dehumidifying Maintenance Set the air flow selector to a desired air If you do not use the air conditioner for a flow selector position, the temperature long period, such as during winter, it may selector to the desired temperature posi- not give the best performance when you tion and the blower speed selector to the start using it again.
  • Page 75: Other Controls And Equipment

    OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Parking Brake Lever ............4-1 Pedal ..................4-2 Gearshift Lever ..............4-3 Fuel Filler Cap ..............4-3 Folding Seats ............... 4-5 Sun Visor ................4-6 Interior Light Switch ............4-7 Assist Grips (if equipped) ..........4-8 Frame Hooks ...............
  • Page 76 To release the Automatic transmission - shift into rized SUZUKI dealer. parking brake, hold the brake pedal down, “P” (Park) and turn off the engine. pull up slightly on the parking brake lever,...
  • Page 77 Depressing the accelerator pedal braking. increases power output and speed. Brake Pedal (2) 80J2121 Your SUZUKI vehicle is equipped with front Automatic transmission disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Depressing the brake pedal applies both EXAMPLE sets of brakes.
  • Page 78 Gearshift Lever: 10 Fuel Filler Cap: 5 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Gearshift Lever Your vehicle is equipped with either a man- Fuel Filler Cap ual transmission or automatic transmis- Manual transmission sion. gearshift lever each EXAMPLE transmission type is shown. For details on EXAMPLE how to use the transmission, refer to “Using the Transmission”...
  • Page 79 Open Close WARNING If you need to replace the fuel cap, use a genuine SUZUKI cap. Use of an improper cap can result in a malfunc- tion of the fuel system or emission control system. It may also result in...
  • Page 80 Folding Seats: 3 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Folding Seats Folding rear seats The rear seat(s) of your vehicle can be NOTE: folded forward to provide additional cargo Refer to the “Head Restraints” section for space. To fold the rear seatback(s) for- details on how to remove the head ward: restraint.
  • Page 81 Folding Seats: 3 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Sun Visor WARNING • Luggage or other cargo should be stowed in the luggage compart- ment with the rear seat in an upright position, whenever possi- ble. If you need to carry cargo in the passenger compartment with the rear seatback folded forward, be sure to secure the cargo or it...
  • Page 82 Sun Visor: 5 Interior Light Switch: 7 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Card holder (if equipped) Vanity mirror (if equipped) Interior Light Switch EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 81A2004 81A2005 (1) Mirror cover (3) Vanity mirror 81A175 (2) Card holder This light switch has three positions which To use the vanity mirror (3) on the back of function as described below: You can put a card in the card holder (2) on...
  • Page 83 Assist Grips: 3 Frame Hooks: 5, 6 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Assist Grips (if equipped) Frame Hooks Front 81A039 NOTE: 60B110 The number of doors involved in the light- 81A2036 Assist grips are provided for convenience. ing operation of the interior light depends Rear on the vehicle specification.
  • Page 84 Engine Hood: 5 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Hooks are provided on the front and rear of The hook (3) is provided for trailer/train/sea Engine Hood the vehicle for use in emergency situa- shipping purposes only. tions. EXAMPLE To tow your vehicle on the road or highway, follow the instruction of “Towing”...
  • Page 85 Cup Holder: 3 Tire Changing Tool: 3, 5 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT To close the engine hood: 1) Lift the hood up slightly and remove the prop rod from the hole. Put the prop rod back to the holding clip. 81A2047 81A2048 2) Push the under-hood release lever up...
  • Page 86 Roof Rails: 5, 13 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Cup Holder (if equipped) Tire Changing Tool WARNING EXAMPLE Failure to take the precautions listed below could cause personal injury or vehicle damage. • Be careful when you are using the cup holders to hold a cup contain- ing hot liquid.
  • Page 87 When you replace the floor mats in your vehicle with a different type such as all- weather floor mats, we highly recommend using genuine SUZUKI floor mats for proper fitting. 4-12 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 88 SUZUKI dealer. If you use the roof rack, and so forth--to both the front and rear of when carrying this type of cargo.
  • Page 89 Installation of Radio Frequency Transmitters EXAMPLE We recommend that you always ask a SUZUKI dealer about frequency band, max output power, antenna position at vehicle and specific conditions for installa- tion and/or use before installing a radio transmitter in your vehicle. Such equip-...
  • Page 90 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT MEMO 4-15 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 91: Operating Your Vehicle

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust Gas Warning ............5-1 Daily Inspection Checklist ..........5-1 Engine Oil Consumption ............ 5-2 Starting the Engine ............. 5-3 Using the Transmission ............. 5-4 Gearshift Indicator (if equipped) ........5-7 Using the 2WD/4WD Switches (if equipped) ..... 5-9 Braking .................
  • Page 92 Exhaust Gas Warning: NO Daily Inspection Checklist: NO OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust Gas Warning Daily Inspection Checklist WARNING Before Driving (Continued) • Do not park with the engine run- 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 93 Daily Inspection Checklist: NO Engine Oil Consumption: OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 4) Make sure the hood is fully closed and ing for proper latch operation. See “All Engine Oil Consumption latched. Latches, Hinges & Locks” of “CHASSIS It is normal for the engine to consume 5) Check the headlights, turn signal lights, AND BODY”...
  • Page 94 Engine Oil Consumption: Starting the Engine: 1 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE making it appear that the oil level has not Starting the Engine changed. WARNING You should also be aware that the diluting Before Starting the Engine Make sure that the parking brake is ingredients evaporate out when the vehicle set fully and the transmission is in is subsequently driven at high speeds,...
  • Page 95 Starting the Engine: 1 Using the Transmission: 10 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE floor while cranking. This should clear the Using the Transmission Gearshift lever engine if it is flooded. 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 81A267 81A266 WARNING Always depress the brake pedal 4-speed automatic transmission mode before shifting from “P”...
  • Page 96 Using the Transmission: 10 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE R (Reverse) through deep snow or mud, or to provide Manual Transmission Use this position to reverse the vehicle maximum engine braking when going from stop. Make sure that vehicle is com- down steep hills. pletely stationary before shifting into Reverse.
  • Page 97 Using the Transmission: 10 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Downshifting maximum allowable speeds WARNING EXAMPLE For 1.3 L engine with the transfer gear in “2H” or “4H” position • Reduce your speed and downshift to a lower gear before going down Downshifting Km/h (mph) a long or steep hill.
  • Page 98 Using the Transmission: 10 Using the 2WD/4WD Switches: 10 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Gearshift Indicator The electronic control system monitors NOTE: driving condition (such as vehicle speed • The gearshift indicator is not indicated (if equipped) and/or engine revolution), and it shows when the gear position is in “N”...
  • Page 99 Using the 2WD/4WD Switches: 10 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Example of the gearshift indicator Indication Description Lower gear position is selected for the vehicle speed and/or engine revolution. Changing to a higher gear posi- tion is recommended. • In this case, shifting up to 4th gear position is recommended. Current gear position is optimal for the vehicle speed and/or engine revolution.
  • Page 100 Using the 2WD/4WD Switches: 10 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Using the 2WD/4WD Switches Free axle mechanism Description of Transfer Case Positions (if equipped) “FREE” 2H (2-Wheel Drive High Range) In this position, engine power is supplied to the rear axle only. Use this position for nor- mal driving (on dry, hard surfaces).
  • Page 101 Using the 2WD/4WD Switches: 10 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE From 2H/4H to 4L • A buzzer will sound intermittently while NOTICE Stop the vehicle completely, place the shifting to or from the “4L” position. transmission in “N” (Neutral) or depress • When shifting to or from the “4L” position Never operate your vehicle in “4H”...
  • Page 102 Have the sys- clutch pedal fully then push the tem inspected by an authorized operation switch, otherwise the SUZUKI dealer. shift function will not work. For vehicles with an automatic transmission, shift the gearshift lever into the “N” position then...
  • Page 103 Braking: 6 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE The basic operation for 2WD/4WD Switches Shift Operation Current Position Current Indicator Target Indicator Target Position ON Switch – 4WD-L – 4WD-L 5-12 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 104 Running-In: 6 Catalytic Converter: NO OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Shift Operation Current Position Current Indicator Target Indicator Target Position ON Switch – 2H : 2-wheel drive position 4H : 4-wheel drive high range position 4L : 4-wheel drive low range position 5-13 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 105 Catalytic Converter: NO Improving Fuel Economy: NO OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Braking WARNING WARNING If water gets into the brake drums, Even without reserve power in the brake performance may become poor brake system, you can still stop the unpredictable. After driving vehicle by pressing the brake pedal through water or washing the under-...
  • Page 106 ABS system. Ask • On regular paved roads, some driv- under about 9 km/h (6 mph). your SUZUKI dealer to inspect the ers may be able to obtain slightly ABS system immediately. If the ABS shorter stopping distances with...
  • Page 107 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE How the ABS Works ESC (Electronic Stability The ESC has the following three systems: A computer continuously monitors wheel Control) System (if equipped) speed. computer compares Stability Control System The ESC (Electronic Stability Control) Sys- changes in wheel speed when braking. If The vehicle stability control system helps tem helps to control the vehicle during cor- the wheels slow suddenly, indicating a...
  • Page 108 (other than ABS). You should have deteriorated. the systems inspected by an autho- • Do not modify the vehicle’s sus- rized SUZUKI dealer. pension since the ESC may not operate correctly. NOTE: When the ESC warning light comes on and...
  • Page 109 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE ESC OFF Indicator Light ESC OFF Switch When the transfer gear is in “4L” (4- wheel drive low range) position, brake- traction control can be activated. Brake- traction control brakes the spinning wheel to distribute drive power to the other wheels for increased climbing abil- ity or for better performance on a rolling hill or a slippery surface.
  • Page 110 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Tire Pressure Warning Light Please note that the TPMS is not a substi- tute for proper tire maintenance, and it is System (TPMS) (if equipped) the driver’s responsibility to maintain cor- The tire pressure monitoring system is rect tire pressure, even if under-inflation designed to alert you when one or more of has not reached the level to trigger illumi-...
  • Page 111 SUZUKI dealer. Even if the light turns Check and adjust your tire inflation steering control and brake effective- off after blinking, indicating that the pressure at least once a month.
  • Page 112 SUZUKI dealer. traveling to a high temperature area. Even if the tire pressure warning light turns off after coming on, make sure to check the inflation pressure of all tires.
  • Page 113 • When you use non-genuine SUZUKI monitoring system. wheels or tires. the TPMS from functioning properly. • When the pressure of any tire is too...
  • Page 114 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE TPMS Setting To set the initial value of tire pressure You can set one of the initial value of tire EXAMPLE EXAMPLE pressure below that is indicated on the tire information label. – Unladen Mode – Laden Mode WARNING 81A2076 When...
  • Page 115 NOTICE tion. If the low tire pressure warning light does not go off even when you use above procedure, there may be a problem with the TPMS. Have your vehicle inspected by an authorized SUZUKI dealer. 5-24 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 116 • After starting, do not race the engine. Warm it up gradually. Use of tires or wheels not recom- • Avoid prolonged vehicle operation mended by SUZUKI can result in fail- at a constant speed. Moving parts if equipped ure of the TPMS.
  • Page 117 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE damage to the catalyst and other vehicle Improving Fuel Economy components. The following instructions will help you improve fuel economy. NOTICE Avoid excessive idling To avoid damaging catalyst or other If you are to wait for more than a minute vehicle damage: while you are parked, stop the engine and •...
  • Page 118 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Keep the air cleaner clean EXAMPLE 60A183S If the air cleaner is clogged with dust, there will be greater intake resistance, resulting in decreased power output and increased fuel consumption. Keep weight to a minimum The heavier the load, the more fuel the vehicle consumes.
  • Page 119: Driving Tips

    DRIVING TIPS DRIVING TIPS Important Vehicle Design Features to Know ....6-1 On-Paved Road Driving ............6-2 Off-Road Driving ..............6-3 60G409 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 120 Multipurpose vehicles such as your new unavoidable result of this higher ground at the front seating positions, the SUZUKI have higher ground clearance and clearance is that the vehicle also has a driver and all passengers should a narrower track than conventional pas- higher center of gravity.
  • Page 121 Important Vehicle Characteristics to Know: NO On-Paved Road Driving: NO DRIVING TIPS Narrower Body Width and Track On-Paved Road Driving All Types of Rollover Accidents Your vehicle is narrower than the average As with many kinds of automobile acci- The data of accidents show that most roll- passenger car so that it can pass through dents, rollovers can be greatly reduced by over accidents for multi-purpose vehicles...
  • Page 122 On-Paved Road Driving: NO Off-Road Driving: NO DRIVING TIPS Remember, small multipurpose vehicles Off-Road Driving have more responsive steering and a NOTICE Your vehicle has specific design character- higher center of gravity than conventional istics for off-road driving. When you leave Never operate your vehicle in “4H”...
  • Page 123 3) If your vehicle remains stuck after a few tions: minutes of rocking, get another vehicle • Use SUZUKI genuine snow chains or to pull you out. equivalent small link chain or wire chain. • Choose a safe place away from traffic to install the chain.
  • Page 124 • Do not use tires other than those which could cause the engine to stall. If your vehicle gets stuck in snow, specified by SUZUKI. Never use dif- • Even when driving through shallow or mud or sand do not run the engine at...
  • Page 125: Vehicle Loading And Towing

    VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Vehicle Loading ..............7-1 Trailer Towing ..............7-1 Towing Your Vehicle (recreational towing) ...... 7-6 54G215 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 126 SUZUKI can be used to tow a your vehicle, always secure cargo to only be determined by weighing the vehi-...
  • Page 127 Trailer Towing: 5, 11 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING these countries have towing capacities Tow Bars which match the maximum trailer weight Only use a tow bar that is designed to WARNING permitted. attach to the chassis of your vehicle, and a Never connect trailer lights directly hitch that is designed to bolt to this bracket.
  • Page 128 Trailer Towing: 5, 11 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Mirrors Additional Trailer Towing Warnings Check to see if your vehicle’s mirrors meet WARNING local requirements for mirrors used on tow- WARNING Improper weight distribution of your ing vehicles. If they do not, you must install trailer may result in poor vehicle han- Connect trailer lights and hook up the required mirrors before you tow.
  • Page 129 Trailer Towing: 5, 11 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING WARNING WARNING WARNING Your vehicle will handle differently (Continued) (Continued) when towing a trailer. For your safety • If the trailer has over-run brakes, • Avoid “riding” the brakes. This and the safety of others, you should apply the brakes gradually to avoid could cause the brakes to over- observe the following precautions:...
  • Page 130 Trailer Towing: 5, 11 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Trailer hitch installation points WARNING (Continued) When starting out after parking: 1) Depress the clutch (if equipped) and start the engine. 2) Shift into gear, release the parking brake, and slowly pull away from the chocks.
  • Page 131 Towing Your Vehicle (recreational towing): 13 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Towing Your Vehicle Before towing (recreational towing) 54G585 81A2102 NOTICE If you tow your vehicle with the front 54G586 wheels on the ground, shift the transmis- Do not tow your vehicle with the rear sion into Neutral and make sure the 4WD wheels directly on the ground (and WARNING...
  • Page 132 Towing Your Vehicle (recreational towing): 13 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Your vehicles should only be towed from the rear with the rear wheels secured to a (All models) towing dolly. Be sure to use proper towing Front wheels on the ground equipment designed for recreational tow- and rear wheels on a dolly ing and make sure that towing speed does...
  • Page 133: Inspection And Maintenance

    INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Maintenance Schedule ............8-2 Periodic Maintenance Schedule ........8-2 Maintenance Recommended under Severe Driving Conditions ................8-5 Drive Belt ................8-7 Engine Oil and Filter ............8-7 Gear Oil ................8-11 Automatic Transmission (AT) Fluid ........8-13 Engine Coolant ..............
  • Page 134 Dispose of used fluids properly; belt. Even though the fan may not SUZUKI. Do not touch air bag sys- never pour them on the ground, be moving, it can automatically tem components, seat belt preten- into sewers, etc.
  • Page 135 SUZUKI dealer or a quali- “L” : Lubricate tion and other services. These intervals fied service technician. If you are should be shortened if driving is usually...
  • Page 136 #1: Be sure to perform the engine coolant level check under the daily inspection in “OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE” section. If you replace the engine coolant other than the SUZUKI LLC: Super (Blue), follow the schedule of SUZUKI LLC: Standard (Green).
  • Page 137 Genuine “SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W-80” (I*1: 1st 15000 km only) – – – Replace every 150000 km (90000 miles) or 120 months. Other than “SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W-80” (I: 1st 15000 km only) – – – *6-8. Transfer oil –...
  • Page 138 Maintenance Recommended under Severe Driving Condi- tions: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Maintenance Recommended under Severe Driving Conditions If the vehicle is usually used under the conditions corresponding to any severe condition code given below, it is recommended that appli- cable maintenance operation be performed at the particular interval as given in the chart below.
  • Page 139 – B – D E – – H Propeller shaft or 12 months First time only: 15000 km (9000 miles) • Other than “SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W-80” oil for or 12 months manual transmission – B – – E – – H Second time and after: •...
  • Page 140: Drive Belt

    (1) Preferred →: 10 kg (22 lbs) press If you need to replace or adjust the belt have it done by your SUZUKI dealer. GE: Generator Be sure that the engine oil you use comes FA: Fan...
  • Page 141 Engine Oil and Filter: 1, 2 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Oil Level Check Refilling UPPER EXAMPLE LOWER EXAMPLE EXAMPLE Open Close 52D084 80G064 81A147 Pull out the oil dipstick, wipe oil off with a clean cloth, insert the dipstick all the way It is important to keep the engine oil at the Remove the oil filler cap and pour oil slowly into the engine, then remove it again.
  • Page 142 Engine Oil and Filter: 1, 2 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Changing Engine Oil and Filter Drain the engine oil while the engine is still WARNING EXAMPLE warm. New and used oil can be hazardous. Children and pets may be harmed by EXAMPLE swallowing new or used oil.
  • Page 143 4) Screw on the new filter by hand until the first contacts the mounting surface. recommended that you use a genu- filter gasket contacts the mounting sur- ine SUZUKI replacement filter. If face. you use an aftermarket filter, make 5) Tighten the filter specified turn from the...
  • Page 144 We highly recommend you use: tightened, have vehicle “SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W-80” for manual inspected by your SUZUKI dealer. transmission gear oil. 80J2147 We highly recommend you use: API GL-4 SAE 75W-90 for transfer gear oil.
  • Page 145 (2) 27 Nm (2.7 kg-m, 19.5 lb-ft) is cool enough to touch with your bare hands before inspecting gear oil. NOTICE When tightening the plug, apply seal- ing compound “SUZUKI Bond No. 1217G” or equivalent to the plug threads to prevent oil leakage. 8-12 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 146 1) Remove the oil filler plug (1). automatic transmission fluid 2) Remove the drain plug (2), drain the oil, SUZUKI ATF3317 or Mobil ATF3309 or ® equivalent to DEXRON -III. and reinstall the drain plug. 3) Pour new gear oil of the specified type...
  • Page 147 If you replace the engine coolant other out the dipstick. 8) Add just enough specified fluid through than the SUZUKI LLC: Super (Blue), follow 7) Check both sides of the dipstick, and the dipstick hole to fill the transmission the schedule of SUZUKI LLC: Standard read the lowest level.
  • Page 148 Engine Coolant: 1, 2 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE SUZUKI dealer can help you select the Adding Coolant If the coolant level is below the “LOW” proper coolant. mark, more coolant should be added. Remove the reservoir tank cap and add EXAMPLE...
  • Page 149 Engine Coolant: 1, 2 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Coolant Replacement NOTICE SUZUKI LLC: Standard (Green) cool- Close Open ant; • The mixture you use should con- tain 50% concentration of anti- freeze. • If the lowest ambient temperature in your area is expected to be –35ºC (–31ºF) or below, use higher...
  • Page 150 Engine Coolant: 1, 2 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Windshield Washer Fluid Air Cleaner Front and rear EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 54G102 3) Loosen the drain plug attached to the 81A091 lower part of the radiator and drain the 54G103 If the air cleaner is clogged with dust, there coolant into a suitable container.
  • Page 151 Windshield Washer Fluid: 3 Air Cleaner: 1, 2 Spark Plugs: 1, 2 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Spark Plugs EXAMPLE Loosen EXAMPLE Correct Wrong Tighten 78K179 60G160S 54G105 NOTICE NOTICE For nickel spark plugs (traditional type): You should inspect spark plugs periodically •...
  • Page 152 (the engine must be running with the parking brake fully disengaged). Should the light come on, immedi- ately ask your SUZUKI dealer to inspect the brake system. 54G106 • A rapid fluid loss indicates a leak in Spark plug gap “a”...
  • Page 153 30 kg (66 lbs) of force. The you depress it. If not, have the brake sys- tem inspected by your SUZUKI dealer. If minimum distance required is as specified. Since your vehicle’s brake system is self- you doubt the brake pedal for the regular...
  • Page 154 • Pedal pulsation (pedal pulsates should be securely locked. If the parking when depressed.) brake is not properly adjusted or the brakes drag after the lever has been fully released, have the parking brake inspected and/or adjusted by your SUZUKI dealer. 8-21 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 155 Check that the fluid level is between the inspected by your SUZUKI dealer. driving very slowly in an open area. If the “MAX” and “MIN” lines. If the fluid level is amount of free play is outside the specifi- near the “MIN”...
  • Page 156 Clutch Pedal: 6 Tires: 6 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Tires NOTE: Tire Inspection The tire inflation pressure will change due Inspect your vehicle’s tires at least once a to changes in atmospheric pressure, tem- month by performing the following checks: perature or tire temperature when driving. 1) Measure the air pressure with a tire To reduce the chance that the low tire gauge.
  • Page 157 CAUTION WARNING EXAMPLE Hitting curbs and running over rocks • Your SUZUKI is equipped with tires can damage tires and affect wheel which are all the same type and alignment. Be sure to have tires and size. This is important to ensure...
  • Page 158 Tires: 6 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Tire Rotation 4-tire rotation Changing Wheels 5-tire rotation 65D459 81A310 To avoid uneven wear of your tires and to 65D445 To change a wheel, use the following pro- prolong their life, rotate the tires as illus- L: Left hand drive cedure: trated.
  • Page 159 Battery: 9 Fuses: 7 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: 6) Install the new wheel and replace the How to remove the spare wheel: wheel nuts with their cone shaped end facing the wheel. Tighten each nut snugly by hand until the wheel is securely seated on the hub.
  • Page 160: Emergency Service

    • When checking or servicing the torque checked by an authorized battery, disconnect the negative SUZUKI dealer. cable. Be careful not to cause a short circuit by allowing metal NOTE: objects to contact the battery posts...
  • Page 161 These function are required to reset after natural resources. For more detailed infor- the battery is reconnected. mation about disposing or recycling of the used battery, consult your SUZUKI dealer. 8-28 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 162 If a primary fuse blows, no 13 14 15 16 17 (10) electrical component in the corresponding load group will function. When replacing the main fuse or a primary fuse, use a gen- uine SUZUKI replacement. 81A2088 81A2087 8-29 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 163 Ignition coil inspected by an authorized SUZUKI of the fuse box cover. Remove the fuse box (14) dealer. Always use a genuine SUZUKI cover by pushing in at both ends and pull- replacement. Never use a substitute (15) Back-up light ing off the cover.
  • Page 164 Have your vehicle cates the need for an inspection of inspected immediately your the electrical system. This should be SUZUKI dealer. carried out by your SUZUKI dealer. NOTE: Make sure that the fuse box always carries spare fuses. 8-31 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 165 Bulb Replacement: 7 Wiper Blades: 3 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Headlight Other General Lights Bulb Bulb holder EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 54G124 81A092 (3) Removal Open the engine hood. Disconnect the 54G123 (4) Installation coupler. Remove the sealing rubber. (1) Removal Push the retaining spring forward and (2) Installation There are two types of bulb, “Full glass unhook it.
  • Page 166 Wiper Blades: 3 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Front position light (1) Rear combination light Side turn signal light Front turn signal light (2) Type A 64J195 54G276 As the bulb is built-in type, the light assem- 81A366 bly must be replaced. Remove the light Type B assembly by sliding the light housing left- ward with your finger.
  • Page 167 NOTE: 81A368 Some wiper blades may be different from the ones described here depending on vehicle specifications. If so, consult your SUZUKI dealer for proper replacement method. 8-34 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 168 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Type A (Removal) Type B (Removal) EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 60A260 54G133 Type A (Installation) Type B (Installation) 54G130 2) Squeeze lock (1) towards wiper arm (2) and remove the wiper frame from the 54G132 54G134 arm as shown. (1) Locked end (1) Locked end 3) Unlock the lock end of the wiper blade...
  • Page 169 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Type C Air Conditioning System If you do not use the air conditioner for a long period, such as during winter, it may not give the best performance when you start using it again. To help maintain opti- mum performance and durability of your air conditioner, it needs to be run periodically.
  • Page 170 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE MEMO 8-37 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 171 EMERGENCY SERVICE EMERGENCY SERVICE Jacking Instructions ............9-1 Jump Starting Instructions ..........9-2 Towing .................. 9-4 Emergency Remedies ............9-6 60G411 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 172 Jacking Instructions: 5 EMERGENCY SERVICE Jacking Instructions 75F062 81A061 1) Place the vehicle on level, hard ground. Front wheel/Rear wheel 81A310 2) Set the parking brake firmly and shift into “P” (Park) if your vehicle has an automatic transmission, or shift into “R” (Reverse) if your vehicle has a manual transmission.
  • Page 173 • Never run the engine when the rized SUZUKI dealer. vehicle is supported by the jack • To avoid harm to yourself or dam- and never allow passengers to age to your vehicle or battery, fol- remain in the vehicle.
  • Page 174 Jump Starting Instructions: 9, 10 Towing: 6 EMERGENCY SERVICE When Jump Starting Your Vehicle, Use the Following Procedure: WARNING Never connect the jump lead directly to the negative (–) terminal of the dis- charged battery, or an explosion may occur. 4) If the booster battery you are using is fitted to another vehicle, start the engine of the vehicle with the booster...
  • Page 175 Towing: 6 EMERGENCY SERVICE Towing Before towing Towing a Disabled Vehicle If your vehicle is disabled, and if the steer- If you need to have your vehicle towed, ing and drive train are in good condition contact a professional service. Your dealer (and the engine can be started for 4WD can provide you with detailed towing vehicles), the vehicle can be towed accord-...
  • Page 176 Towing: 6 EMERGENCY SERVICE Rear wheels lifted Your vehicle may be towed by a tow truck Rear wheels lifted (all models) with the rear wheels lifted and the front wheels on the ground. Towing speed should not exceed 90 km/h (55 mph). For this type of towing: 1) Shift the manual transmission to Neu- tral or the automatic transmission to “P”...
  • Page 177 Have the vehi- inspected your authorized 65D614 If the temperature indication does not SUZUKI dealer. come down to within the normal, accept- WARNING able range: If the Engine is Flooded • It is hazardous to remove the radia-...
  • Page 178 Emergency Remedies: 9, 2 EMERGENCY SERVICE MEMO 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 179: Appearance Care

    APPEARANCE CARE APPEARANCE CARE Corrosion Prevention ............10-1 Vehicle Cleaning ..............10-2 60G412 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 180 Corrosion Prevention: 5 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.
  • Page 181 Please check with your Fabric upholstery authorized SUZUKI dealer for information Remove loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. on these shields. Using a mild soap solution, rub stained areas with a clean damp cloth. To remove...
  • Page 182 Vehicle Cleaning: 5 APPEARANCE CARE and precautions. Do not use solvent type Washing cleaners or abrasive cleaners. NOTICE Do not use chemical products that Seat belts contain silicon to wipe electrical Clean seat belts with a mild soap and components such as the air condi- water.
  • Page 183 Vehicle Cleaning: 5 APPEARANCE CARE When washing the vehicle, park it where 3) Wash the entire exterior with a mild Waxing direct sunlight does not fall on it and follow detergent or car wash soap using a the instructions below: sponge or soft cloth.
  • Page 184 APPEARANCE CARE MEMO 10-5 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 185: General Information

    GENERAL INFORMATION GENERAL INFORMATION Vehicle Identification ............11-1 Fuel Consumption (for Europe Euro VI) ......11-2 Fuel Consumption (for Europe Euro V) ......11-3 84MM01001 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 186 Whenever you have occasion to and/or consult your SUZUKI dealer, remember to identify your vehicle with this number. Should you find the number difficult to read, you will also find it on the identifica- tion plate.
  • Page 187 Fuel Consumption (for Europe): 2 GENERAL INFORMATION Fuel Consumption (for Europe Euro VI) M/T: Manual transmission A/T: Automatic transmission M13A 8.9/204 Urban (L/100km)/CO (g/km) 9.0/207 6.0/138 Extra-urban (L/100km)/CO (g/km) 6.3/144 7.1/162 Combined (L/100km)/CO (g/km) 7.3/167 NOTE: As these data are obtained under certain specific conditions, actual fuel consumption of your vehicle will be different from these data. 11-2 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 188 GENERAL INFORMATION Fuel Consumption (for Europe Euro V) M/T: Manual transmission A/T: Automatic transmission M13A 9.1/216 Urban (L/100km)/CO (g/km) 9.6/229 6.1/144 Extra-urban (L/100km)/CO (g/km) 6.4/154 7.2/171 Combined (L/100km)/CO (g/km) 7.6/181 NOTE: As these data are obtained under certain specific conditions, actual fuel consumption of your vehicle will be different from these data. 11-3 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 189: Specifications

    Specifications: 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS NOTE: Specifications are subject to change with- M/T: Manual transmission out notice. A/T: Automatic transmission ITEM: Dimensions UNIT: mm (in.) Overall length 3675 (144.7) Overall length (with hard spare tire cover) 3695 (145.5) Overall width 1600 (63.0)
  • Page 190 Specifications: 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11 SPECIFICATIONS ITEM: Engine Type M13A (16 valve DOHC) Number of cylinders Bore 78.0 mm (3.07 in.) Stroke 69.5 mm (2.74 in.) Piston displacement 1328 cm (1328 cc, 81.0 cu.in) Compression ratio 9.5 : 1 ITEM : Electrical Standard spark plug Iridium plug...
  • Page 191 Specifications: 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11 SPECIFICATIONS ITEM: Light WATTAGE BULB No. Headlight 12V 60/55W Turn signal light Front 12V 21W PY21W Rear 12V 16W W16W Side turn signal light 12V 5W – Position light 12V 5W Brake/tail light 12V 21/5W W21/5W License plate light...
  • Page 192 Specifications: 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11 SPECIFICATIONS ITEM: Steering Toe-in Front 4 ± 2 mm (0.16 ± 0.08 in.) Camber angle Front 0° 30’ Caster angle Front 1° 55’ ITEM: Capacities (approx.) Coolant 5.9 L (10.4 Imp pt) (fully empty condition) Fuel tank 40 L (8.8 Imp gal) (fully empty condition/not when refilling) Engine oil...
  • Page 193: Supplement

    SUPPLEMENT SUPPLEMENT For Australia ................ 13-1 For GCC Countries .............. 13-4 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 194 SUPPLEMENT For Australia Child Restraint follow the Installation Instructions attached to it. Built Date EXAMPLE Anchorage location Built date is located on Vehicle Identifica- Front Anchorages are located on the floor of the tion plate. rear cargo area, along the outside edge. “Built Date”...
  • Page 195 Belts and Child Restraint Systems” section If you have any queries regarding the in the “BEFORE DRIVING” section for installation of a child restraint, please see details on securing your child. your SUZUKI dealer for advice. WARNING Child restraint anchorages...
  • Page 196 SUPPLEMENT Air bag symbol Seat Belt Warning Follow this WARNING in addition to the WARNING SEAT BELT instruction in this book. EXAMPLE (Continued) • Each belt assembly must only be WARNING WARNING AVERTISSEMENT used by one occupant; it is danger- ADVERTENCIA WARNUNG ous to put a belt around a child...
  • Page 197 SUPPLEMENT For GCC Countries Technical data Max power : 60 kw/5500 rpm Max torque : 110 Nm/4500 rpm Max speed : 140 km/h (M/T) 135 km/h (A/T) 13-4 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 198 SUPPLEMENT 13-5 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 199: Index

    INDEX INDEX Braking..................5-14 Bulb Replacement..............8-31 Symbols “AIR BAG” Light ..............3-8 Caring for Aluminum Wheels..........10-3 Numerics Catalytic Converter .............. 5-25 2WD/4WD Switches ............. 3-16 Central Door Locking System..........1-4 4-Speed Automatic Transmission........5-4 Changing Engine Oil and Filter..........8-9 4WD Indicator Lights............. 3-9 Changing Oil.................
  • Page 200: Ignition Switch

    INDEX Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ......... 1-15 Gasoline/Ethanol blends ............1-1 Emergency Remedies ............9-6 Gasoline/Methanol blends............. 1-1 Engine Coolant ..............8-14 Gear Oil .................8-11 Engine Hood................4-9 Gear Oil Change ..............8-13 Engine Oil and Filter.............. 8-7 Gear Oil Level Check ............8-12 Engine Oil Consumption............
  • Page 201: Lighting/Turn Signal Control Lever

    INDEX Instrument Panel..............3-1 On-Paved Road Driving ............6-2 Interior Light Switch .............. 4-7 Open Door Warning Light ............. 3-9 Outside Rearview Mirrors............1-9 Jacking Instructions.............. 9-1 Jump Starting Instructions ........... 9-2 Parking Brake ...............8-21 Parking Brake Lever .............. 4-1 Pedal..................
  • Page 202: Windshield Wiper And Washer Lever

    INDEX Spark Plugs ................8-18 SPECIFICATIONS..............12-1 Using the 2WD/4WD Switches ..........5-9 Specified Fluid ..............8-13 Using the Transmission ............5-4 Specified Oil ................8-7 Speedometer ................ 3-10 Vehicle Cleaning ..............10-2 Stability Control System ............. 5-16 Vehicle Identification ............11-1 Starting the Engine..............
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  • Page 213: Pantograph Jack

    5-6-12 Chiyoda, Sakado-shi, Saitama, 350-0214 Japan Y : LOAD (t) Tel: 049-248-1661 M : MODEL Fax:049-284-4340 T : TYPE CHANGZHOU RIKENSEIKO MACHINERY CO., LTD. No. 1903 Zhongwu Ave. Zhonglou Changzhou, Jiangsu CHINA Suzuki Type- 0.95 Tel: 0519-327-5284 Suzuki Type- 0.95 175.5 Fax:0519-327-0811 Suzuki Type- 0.95...
  • Page 214 - No-rejigger the jack’s construction privately. - After any use, consult immediately your Suzuki Dealer or Service Partner for inspection and maintenance of the jack. - If the label (sticker) is damaged, please consult your Suzuki Dealer or Service Partner. 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 215 FIG. 2. -40°C. RIKENKAKI CO., LTD. 5-6-12 Chiyoda, Sakado-shi, Saitama, 350-0214 : 049-248-1661 :049-284-4340 CHANGZHOU RIKENSEIKO MACHINERY CO., LTD. No. 1903 Zhongwu Ave. Zhonglou Changzhou, Jiangsu : 0519-327-5284 :0519-327-0811 " ". : EN 1494:2000+A1:2008 „ “ „Park“). – Suzuki Suzuki 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 216 - Provjerite nazivnu plo icu, mora zadržati svoj izvorni oblik. Bijela pozadina - Nemojte samostalno obavljati promjene na dizalici. - Nakon svake uporabe, odmah kontaktirajte vašeg Suzuki dobavlja a ili servisnog partnera za pregled i Ovaj simbol ozna ava zabranu zalaženja ispod vozila Crno održavanje dizalice.
  • Page 217 - Zkontrolujte jmenný štítek a tvar udržujte stejný jako p vodn . - Neupravujte konstrukci zvedáku sami. Bílé pozadí - Po jakémkoli použití se obra te na prodejce Suzuki i na servisního partnera, aby provedl prohlídku a Tento symbol ozna uje zákaz vstupování pod vozidlo erný...
  • Page 218 - Det er forbudt selv at foretage ændringer på donkraftens konstruktion. Dette symbol betyder, at du aldrig må kravle ind under et Sort - Efter ethvert brug, skal du øjeblikkeligt konsultere din Suzuki-forhandler eller servicepartner, for eftersyn og køretøj, der er løftet med donkraften. Rød vedligeholdelse af donkraften.
  • Page 219 - Na ieder gebruik dient u onmiddellijk uw Suzuki-dealer of Servicepartner te raadplegen voor de inspectie gaan dat door de krik opgetild is. en het onderhoud van de krik. Rood - Als het label (de sticker) beschadigd is, neemt u contact op met uw Suzuki-dealer of Servicepartner. 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 220 - Kontrollige andmeplaati, säilitage originaalvorm. - Mitte muuta iseseisvalt tungraua konstruktsiooni. See märk hoiatab, et tungraua kasutamise ajal ei tohi ronida Must - Pärast iga kasutamist pöörduge tungraua ülevaatuses ja hoolduseks viivitamatult oma Suzuki edasimüüja sõiduki alla. või teenindusesindaja poole. Punane - Kahjustatud sildi (kleebise) korral pöörduge oma Suzuki edasimüüja või teenindusesindaja poole.
  • Page 221 - Tarkista nimikilpi. pidä se alkuperäisessä kunnossa. - Tunkkiin ei saa tehdä rakennemuutoksia itse. Osoittaa kieltoa mennä auton alle, kun se on pelkän tunkin Musta - Minkä tahansa käytön jälkeen kysy heti lisäohjeita Suzuki-jälleenmyyjältäsi tai huoltokumppaniltasi tunkin varassa. Punaine tarkastukseen ja huoltoon liittyvissä asioissa.
  • Page 222 - Après toute utilisation, consultez immédiatement votre concessionnaire ou le service après-vente lorsqu'il est monté sur cric. partenaire Suzuki pour procéder au contrôle et à l’entretien du cric. Roug - Si l'étiquette (autocollant) est endommagée, veuillez consulter votre concessionnaire ou le service après-vente partenaire Suzuki.
  • Page 223 - Wenden Sie sich nach jeglichem Gebrauch umgehend an Ihren Suzuki-Vertragshändler oder das Fahrzeug begeben dürfen, wenn es angehoben ist. Servicepartner für die Inspektion und Wartung des Wagenhebers. - Wenn das Etikett (der Aufkleber) beschädigt ist, wenden Sie sich bitte an Ihren Suzuki-Vertragshändler oder Servicepartner. 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 224 5-6-12 Chiyoda, Sakado-shi, Saitama, 350-0214 .: 049-248-1661 : 049-284-4340 CHANGZHOU RIKENSEIKO MACHINERY CO., LTD. No. 1903 Zhongwu Ave. Zhonglou Changzhou, Jiangsu .: 0519-327-5284 : 0519-327-0811 « ». : EN 1494:2000+A1:2008 « » ( « »). Suzuki Service Suzuki Service. 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 225 - Ne szerelje szét az emel szerkezetét. Ez a szimbólum azt jelzi, hogy soha ne másszon be a járm Fekete - Minden használat után azonnal vegye fel a kapcsolatot egy Suzuki-értékesít vel vagy szervizpartnerrel az alá, amikor azt az emel tartja meg. emel bevizsgálásához és karbantartásához.
  • Page 226 Questo simbolo indica che non si deve mai infilarsi sotto il Nero - Dopo ogni utilizzo, consultare immediatamente il proprio rivenditore Suzuki o un partner di assistenza per veicolo quando è sollevato con il cric. l’ispezione e la manutenzione del cric.
  • Page 227 Šis simbols noz m , ka J s nek d gad jum nedr kstat l st Melns - Ja eti ete (uzl me) ir boj ta, l dzu, sazinieties ar Suzuki d leri vai servisa partneri. zem transportl dzek a, ja tas ir pacelts ar domkratu.
  • Page 228 - Patikrinkite duomen lentel , išsaugokite originali form . Baltas fonas - Nekeiskite domkrato konstrukcijos patys. - Jei taip atsitikt , iš karto kreipkit s „Suzuki“ pardavimo atstov ar Technin s prieži ros partner , kad Šis simbolis rodo, kad niekada netur tum te l sti po Juoda apži r t ir pataisyt domkrat .
  • Page 229 - Nie modyfikuj samodzielnie konstrukcji podno nika. Ten symbol oznacza, e nie nale y nigdy wchodzi pod Czarny - Po ka dym U yciu, nale y natychmiast skontaktowa si ze sprzedawc Suzuki lub partnerem pojazd podniesiony podno nikiem. serwisowym w celu kontroli lub konserwacji podno nika.
  • Page 230 - Depois de qualquer Utilização, consulte imediatamente o seu Concessionário Suzuki ou Parceiro de um veículo quando este está a ser elevado por um macaco. Assistência para inspeção ou manutenção do Macaco. Vermelho - Se a Etiqueta (autocolante) estiver danificada, por favor, consulte o seu Concessionário Suzuki ou Parceiro de Assistência. 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 231 - Dup fiecare utilizare, consulta i imediat dealerul Suzuki sau partenerul de service pentru verificarea i este ridicat pe cric. între inerea cricului. Ro u - Dac eticheta (autocolantul) este deteriorat , v rug m s consulta i dealerul Suzuki sau partenerul de service. 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 232 Biele pozadie - Používate nesmie upravova konštrukciu zdviháka. Tento symbol znamená zákaz pracova pod vozidlom, ke je - Po každom použití sa okamžite obrá te na vášho dodávate a alebo servisného partnera Suzuki kvôli ierna kontrole a údržbe zdviháka. zdvihnuté pomocou zdviháka.
  • Page 233 - Prosimo prepre ite kopi enje ne isto na DVIGALKI - Preverite ploš ico s podatki, ohranite prvotno obliko. - Prepovedano je spreminjanje konstrukcije dvigalke. - Po vsaki uporabi se takoj obrnite na prodajalca opreme Suzuki ali servisnega partnerja za pregled in Belo ozadje vzdrževanje dvigalke.
  • Page 234 Rojo - Si la etiqueta (pegatina) está dañada, consulte con su concesionario Suzuki o con un servicio técnico asociado. 81A2G-01E...
  • Page 235 - Kontrollera märkplåten och se till att formen förblir som den var ursprungligen. - Ändra inte på domkraftens konstruktion själv. Vit bakgrund - Efter varje användning, kontakta omedelbart din Suzuki-återförsäljare eller servicepartner för inspektion och underhåll av domkraften. Denna symbol betyder att du aldrig ska stå under fordonet när Svart - Om etiketten (dekalen) är skadad, kontakta din Suzuki-återförsäljare eller servicepartner.
  • Page 236 - simli i kontrol edin, ürünün orijinal eklini koruyun. Beyaz arka plan. - Krikonun yapısını özel olarak de i tirmeyin. - Herhangi bir Kullanımdan sonra, Krikonun kontrol ve bakım i lemleri için hemen Suzuki Satıcınıza veya Bu simge, kriko ile desteklenen bir aracın altına girmemeniz Siyah Hizmet Orta ına danı...
  • Page 237 BATTERY LABEL SYMBOL MEANINGS No smoking, no naked flames, no sparks Battery acid Shield eyes Note operating instructions Keep away from children Explosive gas Prepared by March, 2015 Part No. 99011-81A2G-01E Printed in Japan TP234 81A2G-01E...

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