TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR SAFE DRIVING BEFORE DRIVING OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE DRIVING TIPS OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE EMERGENCY SERVICE APPEARANCE CARE SPECIFICATIONS SERVICE NETWORK 69RH0-74E...
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FOR SAFE DRIVING FOR SAFE DRIVING Floor Mats (if equipped) ............. 1-1 Front Seats ................1-1 Rear Seats ................1-3 Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems ......1-8 Child Restraint System for India......... 1-18 Supplemental Restraint System (airbags) ......1-24 Exhaust Gas Warning ............
• The seat will not be latched. using MARUTI SUZUKI genuine floor mats for proper fitting. 72RH0-74E...
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FOR SAFE DRIVING Adjusting Seatbacks Head Restraints WARNING WARNING EXAMPLE Do not leave cigarette lighters or spray cans on the floor. If a cigarette All seatbacks should always be in an lighter or spray can is on the floor, it upright position when driving, or seat may light accidentally when luggage belt effectiveness may be reduced.
FOR SAFE DRIVING Rear Seats After adjustment, try to move the seat for- EXAMPLE ward and rearward to ensure that it is Seat Adjustment securely latched. WARNING NOTICE When the 3rd row seat is folded for- To avoid excessive seat belt slack, which reduces the effectiveness of ward, adjust the 2nd row seat not to the seat belts as a safety device,...
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FOR SAFE DRIVING To adjust the seatback angle of 2nd row Walk-in Type Seats seats, pull up the lever on the outboard WARNING For 2nd row seats side of the seat, move the seatback to the Do not pull down the backrest more desired position, and release the lever to EXAMPLE than required, the seat belt cannot...
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FOR SAFE DRIVING The walk-in type seat can be moved to Head Restraints 2nd row seats provide easy entry to and exit from the 3rd Head restraints are designed to help EXAMPLE row seats. You can move a walk-in seat by reduce the risk of neck injuries in the case lifting up the release lever and pushing the of an accident.
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FOR SAFE DRIVING To raise the rear head restraint, pull upward on the restraint until it clicks. To NOTICE NOTICE lower the restraint, push down on the • When you move a seatback, make When the 2nd row seat head restraint restraint while holding in the lock lever.
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FOR SAFE DRIVING 3rd row seats To fold the 3rd row seat forward: 1) Lower the head restraint fully. EXAMPLE EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 73R0006 73R0007 Raise the seatback until it locks into place. 3) Lift up the release lever on the top of seat, and fold the seatback forward.
FOR SAFE DRIVING Seat Belts and Child Restraint WARNING NOTICE Systems If you need to carry cargo in the pas- Do not allow items in the luggage box senger compartment with the 3rd row to extend above the top of the lug- EXAMPLE seatback folded forward, be sure to gage box.
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FOR SAFE DRIVING EXAMPLE EXAMPLE EXAMPLE as low as possible across the hips Across the pelvis Above the pelvis 65D606 65D201 65D199 WARNING WARNING WARNING • Never allow persons to ride in the (Continued) (Continued) cargo area of a vehicle. In the event •...
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FOR SAFE DRIVING Lap-Shoulder Belt WARNING WARNING Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) (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...
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FOR SAFE DRIVING All Seat Belts Except Center of 2nd Center Seat Belt of 2nd Row Seat EXAMPLE Row Seat Lap belt Low on hips EXAMPLE EXAMPLE EXAMPLE TO TIGHTEN Low on hips 60A036 60A040 To fasten the seat belt, sit up straight and To reduce the risk of sliding under the belt well back in the seat, pull the latch plate during a collision, position the lap portion...
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FOR SAFE DRIVING Driver’s seat belt reminder light / EXAMPLE EXAMPLE Front passenger’s seat belt TO LOOSEN reminder light EXAMPLE Right angle 80JS029 79MH0239 To lengthen, release the latch plate from NOTE: the buckle, pull the latch plate (adjuster) in The word “CENTER”...
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FOR SAFE DRIVING Driver’s seat belt reminder Front passenger’s seat belt reminder If the driver’s seat belt remains unbuckled If there is a person sitting in the front pas- WARNING when the ignition switch is in “ON” position, senger seat and the front passenger seat It is absolutely essential that the the reminder works as follows: belt is unbuckled when the ignition switch...
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Immediately wipe it dry with a soft and the interior buzzer may not beep. the seat belts are not caught by the cloth when spilled. • Maruti Suzuki recommends use of seatback, seat hinge, or seat latch. (Continued) Maruti Suzuki Genuine accessory of This helps prevent damage to the belt “Seat cover”.
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FOR SAFE DRIVING Seat Belt Inspection Infant restraint - rear seat only WARNING EXAMPLE EXAMPLE Inspect all seat belt assemblies after any collision. Any seat belt assembly which was in use during a collision (other than a very minor one) should be replaced, even if damage to the assembly is not obvious.
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EXAMPLE 61M0241 79J223 MARUTI SUZUKI highly recommends that WARNING you use a child restraint system to restrain infants and small children. Many different Do not install a child restraint system...
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FOR SAFE DRIVING EXAMPLE 65D609S WARNING Children could be endangered in a collision if their child restraint sys- tems are not properly secured in the vehicle. When installing a child restraint system, follow the instruc- tions below. secure the child in the restraint system according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
FOR SAFE 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.
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FOR SAFE DRIVING Installation with lap-shoulder seat ELR type belt Installation with ISOFIX type belts anchorages EXAMPLE CAUTION EXAMPLE If your vehicle is equipped with the rear head restraint, adjust the height of the head restraint or remove it for fitting the child restraint, as neces- sary.
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FOR SAFE DRIVING restraint system in all directions especially Here is a general instruction: forward to check that connecting bars are EXAMPLE securely latched to the anchorages. CAUTION If your vehicle is equipped with the EXAMPLE rear head restraint, adjust the height of the rear head restraint or remove it for fitting the child restraint, as nec- essary.
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FOR SAFE DRIVING 2) Use your hands to carefully align the Installation of child restraint with EXAMPLE connecting bar tips with the anchor- top tether ages. Take care not to pinch your fin- gers. CAUTION If your vehicle is equipped with the EXAMPLE rear head restraint, adjust the height of the rear head restraint or remove it...
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FOR SAFE DRIVING NOTE: EXAMPLE EXAMPLE Maruti Suzuki recommends use of Maruti Suzuki Genuine accessory of “Child seat, Front ISOFIX”. Seat belt pretensioner system EXAMPLE and/or 73R0175 Some child restraint systems require the use of a top tether strap. Top tether anchor- age brackets are provided in your vehicle at the locations shown in the illustrations.
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Have is equipped at their seating position, to pretensioner system. You can use the pre- both systems inspected by a Maruti Suzuki minimize the risk of severe injury or death tensioner seat belts in the same manner as authorised workshop as soon as possible.
EXAMPLE System (airbags) WARNING This section of the owner’s manual describes the protection provided by your Maruti Suzuki’s supplemental restraint system (airbags). Please read and follow all these instructions carefully to minimize your risk of severe injury or death in the event of a collision.
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(or the seat belt pretensioner system) may from further movements during the acci- not work properly. Have the airbag system dent. inspected by a Maruti Suzuki authorised Therefore, an airbag is not a substitute for workshop as soon as possible. seat belts. To maximize your protection, 72R0143 always fasten your seat belts.
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Have your vehicle inspected by a EXAMPLE Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop. Refer to “Seat belts and child restraint sys- 80J098E tems” section for details on securing your • Strong impact equivalent to frontal colli- child.
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FOR SAFE DRIVING Front airbags may not inflate EXAMPLE EXAMPLE The front airbags may not inflate when a strong impact has not occurred since the collision object was easy to be deformed or moved, or the collided portion of your vehicle was easy to be deformed.
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FOR SAFE DRIVING Airbag symbol meaning EXAMPLE EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 80J106 80J119 • Frontal collision with a fixed wall that • Impact from the side does not move or deform at less than about 25 km/h EXAMPLE 72M00150 You may find this label on the sun visor. Front airbags do not inflate Front airbags do not inflate in rear impacts, WARNING...
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FOR SAFE DRIVING How the System Works A seat belt helps keep you in the proper WARNING position for maximum protection when an In a frontal collision, the collision sensors airbag inflates. Adjust your seat as far will detect rapid deceleration, and if the •...
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Please remind anyone who services your MARUTI SUZUKI that it has Note that even though your vehicle may be airbags. moderately damaged in a collision, the col-...
FOR SAFE DRIVING Exhaust Gas Warning WARNING EXAMPLE (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 “FRESH AIR”...
BEFORE DRIVING BEFORE DRIVING Fuel gauge ................2-14 Brightness Control .............. 2-15 Information Display ............. 2-16 Instrument Cluster (Type B) (if equipped) ......2-23 Speedometer ............... 2-24 Tachometer ................2-24 Fuel gauge ................2-24 Temperature Gauge ............2-25 Brightness Control .............. 2-25 Information Display .............
The key communicates • If you lose your immobilizer ignition key, the identification code to the vehicle when ask a Maruti Suzuki authorised work- the ignition switch is turned “ON”. If you shop as soon as possible to deactivate need to make spare keys, see a Maruti the lost one, and to make a new key.
BEFORE DRIVING Door Locks NOTICE EXAMPLE Side Door Locks Do not modify or remove the immobi- lizer system. EXAMPLE If modified or removed, the system cannot be properly operated. This immobilizer system is maintenance- free. Ignition Key Reminder A buzzer sounds intermittently to remind you to remove the ignition key if it is in the ignition switch when the driver’s door is 73R0001...
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BEFORE DRIVING Central Door Locking System NOTE: • All doors are automatically unlocked EXAMPLE EXAMPLE when you turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position and pull out the key. • All doors are automatically locked for safety when the vehicle speed reaches 15 km/h.
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If the tailgate cannot be unlatched by push- 2) Open the cover (2) in the lock mecha- ing the unlatch switch (1), have the vehicle nism of the tailgate. inspected by a Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop. NOTE: Be careful not to lose the cover (2)
BEFORE DRIVING Keyless entry system Keyless Entry System Transmitter Central door locking system • To lock all doors, push LOCK button (1) transmitter EXAMPLE once. • To unlock only the driver’s door, push UNLOCK button (2) once. • To unlock other doors, push UNLOCK button (2) once again.
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• If you lose one of the transmitters, ask a Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop as soon as possible for a replacement. Be sure to have your dealer program the 72RH0-74E...
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8) Dispose of the used battery properly ordinary household trash. about disposing of or recycling the used according to applicable rules or regula- battery, consult a Maruti Suzuki authorised tions. Do not dispose of lithium batter- workshop. ies as ordinary household trash.
To set the shock sen- rity system is going to drive your vehicle, dentally triggered, avoid arming it while sor, ask your Maruti Suzuki authorised we recommend you explain the system anyone remains inside the vehicle. The workshop or use the setting mode of the and its operation to the person.
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BEFORE DRIVING • If any door is not operated within approx- • Even after the alarm has stopped at the Security system indication imately 30 seconds after the doors have end of the predetermined operation time, • If any of the doors or tailgate are opened been unlocked using the keyless entry it will be triggered again if any of the without unlocking by the keyless entry...
BEFORE DRIVING Theft deterrent light Windows Passenger’s door / rear door EXAMPLE Power Window Controls EXAMPLE The power windows can only be operated when the ignition switch is in the ON posi- tion. Driver’s side EXAMPLE 74LHT0205 73R0178 The passenger’s door has a switch (5) to This light will blink with the ignition switch operate the passenger’s window.
BEFORE DRIVING The driver’s window has AUTO-DOWN Mirrors WARNING features for greater convenience (at toll booths or drive-through restaurants, for Inside Rearview Mirror • You should always lock the pas- example). These features allow the driver You can adjust the inside rearview mirror senger’s window operation when to open the window without holding the by hand to see the rear of your vehicle in...
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BEFORE DRIVING Outside Rearview Mirrors Folding EXAMPLE WARNING Switch • Always adjust the mirror with the EXAMPLE selector set to the day position. • Only use the night position if it is necessary to reduce glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you. Be aware that in this position you may not be able to see some objects that could be seen in the...
BEFORE DRIVING Speedometer Tachometer Fuel gauge EXAMPLE EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 72R0050 72R0051 52RM20470 The speedometer indicates vehicle speed The tachometer indicates engine speed in When the ignition switch is in “ON” posi- in km/h. revolutions per minute. tion, this gauge gives a rough indication of the amount of fuel in the fuel tank.
BEFORE DRIVING NOTE: Brightness Control The activation point of the low fuel warning EXAMPLE light (1) varies depending on road condi- EXAMPLE tions (for example, slope or curve) and (Brightest) driving conditions because of fuel move- ment in the tank. (Initial setting) Refer to “Low fuel warning light”...
BEFORE DRIVING NOTE: Information Display (1) Trip meter selector knob • If you do not turn the brightness control (2) Indicator selector knob Information display is shown when the igni- knob within several seconds of activat- (3) Information display tion switch is turned “ON”. ing the brightness control display, the The information display shows the follow- brightness control display will be can-...
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BEFORE DRIVING right repeatedly when the minute indi- Gear Shift Indicator EXAMPLE cation blinks. To change the minute Refer to “Gearshift Indicator” in “OPERAT- indication quickly, turn and hold the ING YOUR VEHICLE” section. indicator selector knob (2). To set the minute indication, push the indicator Trip meter / Odometer / Instanta- selector knob (2).
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BEFORE DRIVING Trip meter Instantaneous Fuel Consumption Push the trip meter selector The trip meter can be used to measure the The display shows the value of instanta- knob (1). distance traveled on short trips or between neous fuel consumption only when the fuel stops.
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BEFORE DRIVING Average fuel consumption NOTE: NOTE: If you previously selected average fuel • When you change the units that average • If you refuel when the ignition switch is in consumption setting, the display shows fuel consumption is displayed in, the “ON”...
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BEFORE DRIVING Setting Mode In the setting mode, you can set up and customize the following functions. Indication Functions Time indication of clock “ ” Central door locking system “ ” Automatic door locking function “ ” Automatic door unlocking function “ ”...
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BEFORE DRIVING Indication Functions Shock sensor “ ” (if equipped) Pre-warning sensitivity of the shock sensor “ ” (if equipped) Full blast warning sensitivity of the shock sensor “ ” (if equipped) Initialization setting “ ” Exit the setting mode “ ”...
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BEFORE DRIVING Central door locking system “ ” Additional flashes Full blast warning sensitivity of the • : Unlock all doors by turning the of the turn signal “ ” shock sensor “ ” key. • : Turn signal flashes three •...
BEFORE DRIVING Speedometer Tachometer Fuel gauge EXAMPLE EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 72R0056 72R0057 72R0058 The speedometer indicates vehicle speed The tachometer indicates engine speed in When the ignition switch is in “ON” posi- in km/h. revolutions per minute. tion, this gauge gives a rough indication of the amount of fuel in the fuel tank.
BEFORE DRIVING Temperature Gauge Brightness Control If the low fuel warning light (1) comes on, refill the fuel tank as soon as possible. EXAMPLE EXAMPLE NOTE: The activation point of the low fuel warning light (1) varies depending on road condi- tions (for example, slope or curve) and driving conditions because of fuel move- ment in the tank.
BEFORE DRIVING When the ignition switch is turned “ON”, NOTE: Information Display the instrument panel lights come on. If you adjust to the maximum brightness The information display is shown when the level when the position lights or headlights ignition switch is in “ON” position. Your vehicle has a system to automatically are on, the following functions will be can- dim the brightness of the instrument panel...
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BEFORE DRIVING (2) Trip meter selector knob Clock (3) Indicator selector knob EXAMPLE When the ignition switch is in “ON” posi- tion, the display (A) shows the time. The information display shows the follow- ing information. To set the clock, follow “Setting mode” instructions in this section.
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BEFORE DRIVING Fuel Consumption / Driving Range / Average Speed / Driving Time / Clock and Date / Motion (if equipped) / Torque and Power / Accelerator and Brake (if equipped) When there are no warning or indicator messages on the display (B), you can select one of the following indications to appear on the display: instantaneous fuel consumption, average fuel consumption,...
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BEFORE DRIVING To switch the display indication, push the EXAMPLE indicator selector knob (3) quickly. NOTE: The value of instantaneous fuel consump- tion, average fuel consumption, driving range, average speed, motion equipped), torque and power and acceler- ator and brake (if equipped) shown on the display are affected by the following condi- tions;...
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BEFORE DRIVING Instantaneous fuel consumption • The indication on the display may be If you selected average fuel consumption The display shows instantaneous fuel con- delayed if fuel consumption is greatly the last time you drove the vehicle, the dis- sumption with a bar graph only when the affected by driving conditions.
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BEFORE DRIVING NOTE: (1-driving cycle average fuel consump- Driving range If you add only a small amount of fuel tion) EXAMPLE when you select “Reset after refuel”, the EXAMPLE average fuel consumption value may not be reset. (5-minute average fuel consumption) EXAMPLE 52RM21090 52R30840...
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BEFORE DRIVING amount of fuel, the correct value will not be If you selected average speed the last time (5-minute average speed) displayed. you drove the vehicle, the display indicates EXAMPLE the last value of average speed from previ- NOTE: ous driving when the ignition switch is •...
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BEFORE DRIVING Driving time Clock and date hide. For details, refer to “Setting mode” in Date and time are shown. For the setting this section. EXAMPLE procedure, refer to “Setting mode” in this section. WARNING Motion Do not look in the display intensively while driving.
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BEFORE DRIVING Information shown after driving Gearshift Indicator When you turn the ignition switch to LOCK NOTICE position, the following information appears EXAMPLE Keep track of your odometer reading for several seconds on the information dis- and check the maintenance sched- play.
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BEFORE DRIVING Distance unit Clock setting EXAMPLE (Odometer / trip meter / driving range / (Adjusting the clock) average speed distance unit setting) • Adjust the clock by selecting “Clock set- You can change the units in which odome- ting” in “Setting mode”. Then, select ter / trip meter / driving range / average “Adjust clock”.
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BEFORE DRIVING Door lock (Door lock setting) Lights (“Fuel eco hist” setting) (Door unlock) (Lane change setting) Transitional indication of average fuel con- • All Doors: The turn signal and its indicator can be set sumption can be switched to time indica- Unlock all doors by turning the key, or whether they flash three times even if you tion and driving cycle indication.
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BEFORE DRIVING Warning and Indicator Messages • When you push and hold the indicator selector knob (2) for about 2 seconds The display shows warning and indicator while a message is displayed, the mes- messages to let you know about certain sage will disappear temporarily.
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BEFORE DRIVING Warning and indicator messages All model Warning and indicator Master warning Sound Cause and remedy message indicator light Blinks Beep (one time from interior A door or tailgate is not properly closed. (only while vehicle buzzer; only while vehicle is Stop the vehicle in a safe place and close is in motion) in motion)
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BEFORE DRIVING Warning and indicator Master warning Sound Cause and remedy message indicator light Blinks Continuous beep (from inte- The headlights and/or the position lights are rior buzzer) left on. Turn them off. 52RM21170 2-39 72RH0-74E...
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BEFORE DRIVING Warning and indicator Master warning Sound Cause and remedy message indicator light Beep (one time from interior Fuel is low. Refill it immediately. (#1) buzzer) 52RM21180 (#1) This message will disappear after a while even if the problem that caused the message to appear is not corrected. 2-40 72RH0-74E...
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Also, the vehicle lead-acid battery voltage may be decreased. When the message is displayed even if you start the engine with normal voltage of the vehicle lead-acid battery, have your vehicle inspected by a Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop. 52RM21240 2-41 72RH0-74E...
Maruti Suzuki authorised work- NOTE: The light should go out after starting the shop for repairs or tow the vehicle to...
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BEFORE DRIVING Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) If one of the above occurs, have the sys- tem inspected by a Maruti Suzuki autho- NOTICE Warning Light rised workshop. • If you operate the engine with this If the ABS becomes inoperative, the brake...
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WARNING tem. Front passenger’s seat belt Bring the vehicle to a Maruti Suzuki autho- reminder light If the AIRBAG light does not blink or rised workshop to have the damage fixed. come on briefly when the ignition switch is turned “ON”, stays on for...
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NOTE: engine with normal voltage of the vehicle The activation point of this light varies lead-acid battery, ask a Maruti Suzuki depending on road conditions (for exam- authorised workshop. ple, slope or curve) and driving conditions because of fuel movement in the tank.
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(if equipped) Turn Signal Indicators erly. Have the system inspected by a Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop. NOTE: The following steering wheel operations may gradually take more effort while park- ing or driving at a very low speed. This is...
If this light blinks, there is a problem with the system. Have your vehicle inspected by a Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop. High engine coolant temperature warn- 52RS20100 ing light (red color)
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BEFORE DRIVING Lighting Operation Light Reminder Buzzer EXAMPLE The interior buzzer continuously beeps if EXAMPLE you open the driver’s door without turning off the headlights and position lights. This function is triggered under the following condition: The headlights and/or position lights are on even after the ignition switch is turned off.
BEFORE DRIVING Turn Signal Control Lever Turn Signal Operation Lane change signal With the ignition switch in “ON” position, EXAMPLE move the lever upward or downward to EXAMPLE activate the right or left turn signals. Normal turn signal EXAMPLE 72RM02006 65D611S Move the lever partially upward or down- ward to turn right or left and hold the lever...
If you cannot use the wipers after a while, ard when you park your vehicle in case of there may be another problem. Ask a emergency. Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop to have the wipers inspected. 2-51 72RH0-74E...
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BEFORE DRIVING Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer NOTICE EXAMPLE EXAMPLE To help prevent damage to the wind- shield wiper and washer system MIST 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...
BEFORE DRIVING Tilt Steering Lock Lever Horn Vehicle Loading Your vehicle was designed for specific EXAMPLE EXAMPLE weight capacities. The weight capacities of your vehicle are indicated by the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Permissible maximum Axle Weight (PAW, front and rear).
BEFORE DRIVING Trailer Towing your vehicle WARNING Your MARUTI SUZUKI was originally designed to carry people and a normal Never overload your vehicle. The amount of cargo, not to tow a trailer. gross vehicle weight (sum of the weights of the vehicle, all the occu-...
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Daily Inspection Checklist NOTE: releasing the secondary latch. Be sure It is normal for water to drip from the air to close the hood securely after check- Before Driving conditioning system while and after use. ing for proper latch operation. See the item “All latches, hinges and locks”...
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Consumption Oil consumption: Ignition Switch Max. 1.0 L per 1000 km It is normal for the engine to consume When judging the amount of oil consump- EXAMPLE some engine oil during normal vehicle tion, note that the oil may become diluted operation.
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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE EXAMPLE Accessories such as the radio can oper- EXAMPLE ate, but the engine is off. Turn to “LOCK” This is the normal operating position. All electrical systems are on. Push START This is the position for starting the engine using the starter motor.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Parking Brake Lever WARNING NOTICE EXAMPLE • Never return the ignition switch to • Do not use the starter motor for the LOCK position and remove the more than 12 seconds at a time. If ignition key while the vehicle is the engine does not start, wait 15 moving.
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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Parking Brake Reminder Buzzer WARNING A buzzer sounds intermittently to remind WARNING you to release the parking brake if you • Never drive your vehicle with the When parking vehicle start the vehicle without fully releasing the parking brake on: rear brake effec- extremely cold weather, the following parking brake.
WARNING If brake squeal is excessive and occurs each time the brakes are applied, you should have the brakes 80J2121 checked by a Maruti Suzuki autho- Clutch Pedal (1) rised workshop. 72RM03005 A clutch pedal is used to disengage the 1) Make sure the parking brake is set fully.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Starting a Cold and Warm Engine Using the Transmission Shifting All forward gears are synchronized, which With your foot taken off the accelerator provides for quiet and easy shifting. WARNING pedal, crank the engine by turning the igni- Always depress the clutch pedal all the tion key to “START”.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Gearshift Indicator WARNING WARNING EXAMPLE • Reduce your speed and downshift The gearshift indicator is designed to to a lower gear before going down indicate optimal gear position for a long or steep hill. A lower gear your driving, however, a driver will will allow the engine to provide not be relieved from the duty of care...
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Example of the gearshift indicator Parking Sensors Indication Description The parking sensor system uses ultrasonic Lower gear position is selected for the vehicle speed and/or sensors to detect obstacles near the rear engine revolution. Changing to a higher gear position is recom- bumper.
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So, in tricky erly. If this occurs, have the sen- areas, you must move the vehicle sors inspected by a Maruti Suzuki slowly while checking around it authorised workshop. using your direct vision or rearview 72R0035 mirrors.
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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Working sensors Approximate areas where obstacles can The sensors work depending on the position of gearshift lever as shown in the below be detected table: EXAMPLE Gearshift lever position N, 1st - 5th Center Rear sensors Corner 60MH126 •...
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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: WARNING WARNING • Thin poles or obstacles lower than the sensors may become undetectable as • Under the following conditions, the (Continued) the vehicle moves closer to them even if parking sensor system may not – Sensors have intercepted ultra- they have been detected from longer work normally because the sensors sonic noise from another vehi-...
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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Obstacle Indication by Parking Sen- • Warnings when obstacles such as wall are detected by corner sensors Distance (approx.) Buzzer Symbol Information display symbol 45 – 60 cm Short beeps at short intervals Three lines (18 – 24 in) EXAMPLE 35 –...
There may be a problem with the lines in a sen- double parking sensor system. sor location. beeps Have your vehicle inspected by a Maruti Suzuki authorised work- shop. 68PH02303 One blinking Series of The indicated sensor is contami- 60G165A...
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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Power-Assisted Brakes Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) WARNING Your vehicle has power-assisted brakes. If ABS will help you avoid skidding by elec- power assistance is lost due to a stalled tronically controlling braking pressure. It If water gets into the brake devices, engine or other failures, the system is still will also help you maintain steering control brake performance may become poor...
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ABS be a problem with the ABS system. may be slightly greater than the Ask a Maruti Suzuki authorised one required for a comparable vehi- workshop to inspect the ABS sys- cle with a conventional brake sys- tem immediately.
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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE How the ABS Works A computer continuously monitors wheel speed. computer compares changes in wheel speed when braking. If the wheels slow suddenly, indicating a skidding situation, computer will change braking pressure several times each second to prevent the wheels from locking.
DRIVING TIPS Running-in Catalytic Converter EXAMPLE 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 observe the following precautions during the first 960 km of vehicle operation.
DRIVING TIPS Improving Fuel Economy EXAMPLE NOTICE The following instructions will help you improve fuel economy. To minimize the possibility of cata- lytic converter or other vehicle dam- Avoid excessive idling age: If you park your vehicle for more than one •...
DRIVING TIPS Keep the air cleaner clean Highway Driving Driving on Hills EXAMPLE When driving at highway speeds, pay attention to the following: EXAMPLE • 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.
DRIVING TIPS While moving uphill/gradient from a Driving on Slippery Roads Snow Chains stand still condition Snow chains should only be used if they • Apply the parking brake firmly so that the are needed to increase traction or are EXAMPLE vehicle does not roll backwards.
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For information regarding overheating or transmission damage. minutes of rocking, we recommend you the specified tires, refer to the tire to consult a Maruti Suzuki authorised information label located on the EXAMPLE workshop or a roadside assistance ser- driver’s door lock pillar.
Then, by getting caught in grown grass. ask a Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop to check the following inspection items. • Function of brake • Function of electrical components •...
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. Exercise care in handling your vehicle.
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DRIVING TIPS Braking Night Time Driving EXAMPLE EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 72RM04006 72RM04005 1) Drive at lower speeds during the night Use foot brake in three stages than in the daytime, as the visual range 1. Warn the vehicle behind you. is restricted at night. 2.
DRIVING TIPS Margin for safety EXAMPLE It is important to allow yourself a margin for safety during driving so that you can cope with erroneous or unexpected driving of other drivers. For that, observe the follow- ing. • Drive at a safe speed. •...
OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Heating and Air Conditioning System ....... 5-1 Radio Antenna ..............5-9 Installation of Radio Frequency Transmitters ....5-9 Audio System ..............5-9 Fuel Filler Cap ..............5-42 Engine Hood ................ 5-43 Sun Visor ................5-45 Interior Light ................
OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Heating and Air Conditioning System 1. Windshield defroster outlet 2. Side defroster outlet Air Outlet 3. Side outlet 4. Center outlet 5. Floor outlet EXAMPLE 6. Cup holder outlet 72RM05002 72RH0-74E...
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Center outlet Side outlet EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 73R0075 73R0076 Move the knob (1) vertically or horizontally to adjust the direction of air flow as desired. When open, air comes out regardless of the air flow selector position. Move the knob (1) vertically or horizontally, to adjust the direction of air flow as desired.
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Overhead rear air conditioning system CAUTION EXAMPLE Prolonged exposure to hot air from the heater or air conditioner could result in low temperature burns. All vehicle occupants, particularly chil- dren, the elderly, those with special needs, individuals with delicate skin, sleeping individuals, should...
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Description of Controls Temperature selector (1) This is used to adjust the temperature. EXAMPLE Blower speed selector (2) This is used to turn on the blower and to select blower speed. Air intake selector (3) EXAMPLE 72R0016 This selector is used to select the following modes.
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT RECIRCULATED AIR (b) NOTE: VENTILATION (c) When this mode is selected by moving the The mark of “USE WITH” (6) EXAMPLE lever to left, outside air is shut out and To clear fog on the windshield and/or the inside air is recirculated.
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT BI-LEVEL (d) HEAT (e) HEAT & DEFROST (f) EXAMPLE EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 72R0129 72R0017 72R0018 Temperature-controlled air comes out of Temperature-controlled air comes out of Temperature-controlled air comes out of the floor outlets and cooler air comes out the floor outlets and the side outlets, also the floor outlets, the windshield defroster of the center, side and cup holder outlets.
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT DEFROST (g) Less operation of the compressor results Head cooled/Feet warmed heating in better fuel economy. Select BI-LEVEL and FRESH AIR, the EXAMPLE temperature selector to the desired tem- System Operating Instructions perature position, and the blower speed selector to the desired blower speed posi- Natural ventilation tion.
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT • If your vehicle has been left in the sun NOTE: with the windows closed, it will cool If you need maximum defrosting: NOTICE faster if you open the windows briefly • select DEFROST and FRESH AIR, Using the wrong refrigerant may while you operate the air conditioner with •...
Radio Antenna Installation of Radio Audio System Frequency Transmitters Safety Information EXAMPLE We recommend that you always ask a Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop about WARNING frequency band, output power, If you pay too much attention to oper- antenna position at vehicle and specific...
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Basic Operations Slide touch operation Operate several functions with the slide ® The Bluetooth word mark and logo are EXAMPLE touch operation. Touch the panel and slide registered trademarks and are owned by up or down with your finger for increase/ the Bluetooth SIG, Ink.
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Functions available with the slide touch operation Sound settings 1) Touch the “SETUP” button (5). Mode Function •Touch for 1 second or longer when using radio mode. 2) Touch or slide the “TUNE/TRACK” Up/ Common Volume up/down –...
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Adjusting bass/treble/balance /fader Adjusting the AVC (Auto volume con- System settings The preset EQ can set various types of trol) Change the “Beep”, “Slide”, and “SW Sen- sounds depending on the type of music. The Auto Volume Control (AVC) function sitivity”...
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Touch panel sensitivity settings Display Selecting the band Change the touch panel sensitivity. 1) Touch the “RADIO” button (3) for 1 sec- Manual preset 1) Touch or slide the “TUNE/TRACK” Up/ ond or longer. EXAMPLE Down button (2) from the “System” •...
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Auto store Auto preset channel Display 1) Touch the “AS” button (5) for 1 second 1) Touch the “RADIO” button (3) for 1 sec- EXAMPLE or longer. ond or longer and select AM (AS) or • Start searching from a station whose fre- FM (AS).
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Fast forwarding/Rewinding a track Repeat playback NOTE: 1) Hold down the “TUNE/TRACK” Up/ 1) Touch the “SETUP” (random/repeat) • “NO TITLE” will be displayed when there Down button (1). button (5). is no text information in the USB device •...
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT USB device connection Compression formats Maximum number of files/folders • When connecting a USB device, make • Maximum number of files: 2500 sure that the connector is pushed all the • Bit rate • Maximum number of files in a folder: 255 way into the port.
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT ® ® iPod Selecting an iPod mode Select a category ® 1) Touch the “MEDIA” button (6). 1) Touch the “FLD” (iPod menu) button EXAMPLE • Each time the button is touched, the (4). mode will change as follows: 2) Touch or slide the “TUNE/TRACK”...
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT ® ® Random playback Notes on iPod iPod 1) Touch the “SETUP” (shuffle/repeat) but- ® EXAMPLE Supported iPod ton (5). ® • iPod nano: 2) Touch or slide the “TUNE/TRACK” Up/ ® – iPod nano (7th generation) Down button (1), select “Shuffle”, and ®...
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT ® Setting of Bluetooth devices NOTICE EXAMPLE EXAMPLE • 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.
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT (1) “TUNE/TRACK” Up/Down button method, refer to the user manual NOTE: ® (2) “ENT” (enter) button included with your device or try pairing • If the Bluetooth device contains music (3) BACK button again. player and mobile phone function, both (4) “SETUP”...
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT ® 3) Touch or slide the “TUNE/TRACK” Up/ Delete a registered mobile phone Connect a registered Bluetooth audio Down button (1), select “List Phone”, 1) Touch or slide the “TUNE/TRACK” Up/ 1) Touch or slide the “TUNE/TRACK” Up/ and touch the “ENT”...
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT NOTE: • From Car: • In order to cancel the number that you • In case audio device does not re-con- Operate from the audio system to con- entered and return to the previous digit, ® nect after following above steps, delete nect to the Bluetooth device.
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT NOTE: Initialize • HF Sound Setting: • When “Bluetooth Power” is set to “OFF”, It is possible to initialize the audio system's – Reception/ringtone volume ® the audio system disconnects from the Bluetooth settings or device information. –...
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT ® ® Notes on Bluetooth Profile Bluetooth hands-free (if equipped) ® ® • SSP (Secure Simple Pairing) To use Bluetooth devices (Bluetooth EXAMPLE • PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile) audio or mobile phone) on the audio sys- •...
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Steering switch (6) “ENT” (enter) button – When driving with the window open. ® (7) Bluetooth setting button – If the air conditioner is blowing directly EXAMPLE (8) Off-hook button towards the microphone. (9) On-hook button –...
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT • Up to 30 phone numbers can be saved Make a call on call waiting NOTE: to the call history menu (missed calls/ When the screen is displayed during a call, The volume and microphone sensitivity incoming/outgoing calls.) it is possible to hold the call and answer settings vary depending on the specifica-...
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT 5) Touch or slide the “VOLUME” button Use the call history Transfer/delete the phonebook ® (4). 1) Touch or slide the “TUNE/TRACK” Up/ 1) Display the Bluetooth setup menu. • To increase the volume, touch Down button (1), select “All Calls,” •...
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Transfer 1 contact from your mobile Transfer/delete the call history Delete the call history ® phone 1) Display the Bluetooth setup menu. 1) Touch or slide the “TUNE/TRACK” Up/ 1) Touch or slide the “TUNE/TRACK” Up/ •...
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Registration in speed dial Deletion of speed dial 4) Touch or slide the “TUNE/TRACK” Up/ 1) Touch or slide the “TUNE/TRACK” Up/ 1) Touch or slide the “TUNE/TRACK” Up/ Down button (1), select “On” or “Off”, Down button (1) from the “Setup Speed Down button (1) from the “Setup Speed and touch the “ENT”...
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Display • Releasing the button can stop the fast Random playback forwarding/rewinding. 1) Touch the “SETUP” (random/repeat) EXAMPLE button (5). Selecting a track 2) Touch or slide the “TUNE/TRACK” Up/ 1) Touch the “TUNE/TRACK” Up/Down Down button (1), select “Random”, and button (1).
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• If an incorrect PIN is entered 10 times or Take a note of the registered PIN and keep more, “HELP” will be displayed and the it for the future use. audio system will become inoperable. In this case, contact a Maruti Suzuki autho- rised workshop. 5-31 72RH0-74E...
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Confirming the Personal Identification Steering Switch (if equipped) Selection button (2) Number (PIN) • FM1, FM2, AM mode: Use the steering wheel button to operate When the main power source is discon- – Press > to transfer to the next preset the basic functions of the audio system.
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Mute button (3) Remote Controller • Hands-free mode CAUTION Each time you press the button the mute CAUTION (Continued) will switch from ON/OFF. • Remove battery from Operational precautions regarding ® ® • USB (iPod ), Bluetooth audio mode: remote controller if the remote con- remote controller use:...
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT 1) Pull out the battery insulated sheet tab from the remote controller in the direc- tion indicated by the arrow. Remote controller operation EXAMPLE (10) (12) (11) (13) (14) (16) (15) 72R0092 5-34 72RH0-74E...
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Button Function POWER button: • Turns the power to the audio system on / off (press and hold) Mute button: • Sound mute on / off MODE button: • Switches between audio sources – The mode changes in the following order each time the button is pressed: ®...
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Button Function TUNE/TRACK down button: • RADIO: Tune down / Seek down (press and hold) ® ® • USB, iPod , and Bluetooth audio: – Normal mode: Track (file) down / Fast down (press and hold) ®...
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Button Function Preset [4] / FLD button: • RADIO: (14) Calls preset channels / Stores channel as preset (press and hold) ® ® • USB, iPod , and Bluetooth audio: ® Switches between Folder operation / iPod menus / Group operation mode Preset [5] / BACK button: •...
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Battery replacement 1) Use a Phillips screwdriver (sold sepa- rately) of the proper size to remove the CAUTION screw and pull out the battery slot cover • Store batteries in their original in the direction indicated by the arrow. packaging out of reach of children EXAMPLE until ready for use.
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Troubleshooting When encountered a problem, check and follow the instructions as described 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...
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Problem Possible cause Possible solution ® Bluetooth ® The distance between this unit and the Bluetooth ® ready device is too far, or a metallic object may be Change the location of the Bluetooth ready ® located between the Bluetooth ready device and this device.
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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. Message Description ® Reading When the USB device or iPod file format is being read,, this message will be displayed. ®...
OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Fuel Filler Cap The fuel filler cap is located on the left rear EXAMPLE side of the vehicle. The fuel filler door can be unlocked by pulling up the opener lever EXAMPLE located on the outboard lower side of the driver’s seat and locked by simply closing the door.
WARNING If you need to replace the fuel cap, in the outboard position. This will disen- use a MARUTI SUZUKI genuine cap. gage the engine hood lock halfway. • Never allow children to open or Use of an improper cap can result in close the hood.
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT EXAMPLE NOTICE CAUTION Check that the wiper arms are not • The prop rod can be hot enough to raised before you lift up the engine burn your finger right after driving. hood to avoid damaging the wiper Hold the prop rod by protector (1) arms and the engine hood.
OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Sun Visor Card holder WARNING EXAMPLE EXAMPLE Make sure the hood is fully closed and latched before driving. If it is not, it can fly up unexpectedly during driving, obstructing your view and resulting in an accident. CAUTION To avoid injury, check that no part of the occupant’s body such as hands...
OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Vanity mirror (if equipped) Interior Light Interior light switch has three positions which function as described below: EXAMPLE Front ON (1) EXAMPLE The light comes on and stays on regard- less of whether the door is open or closed. NOTE: The light will automatically be turned off to prevent the lead-acid battery from dis-...
OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT DOOR (2) NOTE: Accessory Socket • The light comes on when the door is The number of doors involved in the light- opened. After closing all doors, the light ing operation of the interior light depends Center console will remain on for 15 seconds and then on the vehicle specification.
54G249 If they occur, disconnect the item from the accessory socket and check whether the electrical equip- ments work properly. If the problem persists, ask a Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop to have the system inspected. 5-48 72RH0-74E...
OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT 3rd Row Seat Glove Box WARNING EXAMPLE EXAMPLE Do not leave cigarette lighters or spray cans in the glove box. If a ciga- rette lighter or spray can is in a place such as the glove box, it may light accidentally when luggage is loaded, causing a fire.
OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT AUX/USB Socket Cup Holder and Storage Area WARNING Front EXAMPLE Do not put items in the vehicle that EXAMPLE may fall or roll around in the vehicle while driving. Objects getting caught in the brake pedal or accelerator pedal may prevent proper operation of the pedals, which may result in an accident.
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• If you spill, or drop liquid acciden- tally, have your vehicle inspected by a Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop. 73R0100 You should hold a bottle with a cap in the holder.
OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT NOTE: Bill/coin Holder Front Seat Back Pocket Maruti Suzuki recommends to use maxi- (if equipped) mum 1 liter capacity of bottle. EXAMPLE EXAMPLE Rear Armrest EXAMPLE 73R0216 Pull the upper portion of the holder, down- 72RM05003 ward to open the cover.
OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Luggage Box (if equipped) Frame Hooks Front It is not recommended that you use the EXAMPLE EXAMPLE frame hooks for towing another vehicle. They were originally designed to tow your vehicle in emergency situation. If your vehicle needs to be towed in an emergency, refer to “Towing your vehicle”...
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT To install the hook (1), follow the procedure EXAMPLE EXAMPLE below. EXAMPLE (1) (A) (B) 73R0184 73R0103 2) Remove the cover (C) by using a jack 3) Install the towing eye (1) by hand. 52RM50170 handle (A) covered with a soft cloth as 1) Pick up the towing eye (1), jack handle shown in the illustration.
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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Rear Other Holes EXAMPLE EXAMPLE EXAMPLE (B) 73R0185 4) To tighten the towing eye (1), turn it 73R0104 73R0105 clockwise by using a wheel wrench (B) The frame hook (2) is provided on the rear The frame holes (3) are provided only for until the towing eye (1) is securely of the vehicle for use in emergency situa- transporting by a car carrier trailer.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Maintenance Schedule ............6-2 Periodic Maintenance Schedule ........6-2 Drive Belt ................6-6 Engine Oil and Filter ............6-6 Engine Coolant ..............6-10 Air Cleaner ................6-12 Spark Plugs (for petrol model) ........... 6-12 Gear Oil ................
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90 seconds before performing hoses. any electrical service work on your • Do not allow smoking, sparks, or MARUTI SUZUKI vehicle. Do not flames around fuel or the lead-acid touch airbag system components, battery. Flammable fumes are pres- seat belt pretensioner system com- ent.
“T”: Tighten to Specified Torque WARNING “O”: Rotate MARUTI SUZUKI recommends that NOTE: maintenance on your Maruti Suzuki This table includes services as scheduled vehicle should be performed by a up to 80,000 km mileage. Beyond 80,000 Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE FREE INSPECTION PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AT COST Interval: This interval should be judged by odom- km (x1000) eter reading or months, whichever comes first. months ENGINE 1-1. Water pump drive belt (Tension, Wear) – – 1-2. Engine Coolant (Level, Leakage) 1-3.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE FREE INSPECTION PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AT COST Interval: This interval should be judged by odom- km (x1000) eter reading or months, whichever comes first. months DRIVE SHAFT 5-1. Drive shaft noise 5-2. Drive shaft boot (boot damage) – BRAKE 6-1.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE FREE INSPECTION PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AT COST Interval: This interval should be judged by odom- km (x1000) eter reading or months, whichever comes first. months STEERING 9-1. Steering wheel (Play, Loose) 9-2. All rods and arms (Loose, Damage, Wear) 9-3.
If you need to replace or adjust the belt Check that the engine oil you use comes Drive belt deflection have it done by a Maruti Suzuki authorised under the quality classification of SN. (100 N (10 kg, 22 lbs) press) workshop.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Oil Level Check It is important to keep the engine oil at the Refilling correct level for proper lubrication of your EXAMPLE vehicle’s engine. Check the oil level with EXAMPLE the vehicle on a level surface. The oil level indication may be inaccurate if the vehicle is on a slope.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Changing Engine Oil and Filter EXAMPLE WARNING Drain the engine oil while the engine is still warm. (Continued) • To minimize your exposure to used EXAMPLE oil, wear a long-sleeve shirt and moisture-proof gloves (such as dishwashing gloves) when chang- Open Close ing oil.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Oil Filter Replacement Tightening (viewed from filter top) 5) Tighten the filter as specified below from the point of contact with the EXAMPLE mounting surface (or to the specified 1) Using an oil filter wrench, turn the oil fil- torque) using an oil filter wrench.
Failure to use the proper coolant can dam- • Do not add extra inhibitors or addi- NOTICE age your cooling system, Maruti Suzuki tives. They may not be compatible authorised workshop can help you select with your cooling system.
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Since special procedures are required, ask container. severe injury or death. Inhaling cool- a Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop for ant mist or vapors or getting coolant this job. in your eyes could result in severe EXAMPLE injury.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Air Cleaner Spark Plugs EXAMPLE If the air cleaner is clogged with dust, there For nickel spark plugs (traditional type): will be greater intake resistance, resulting You should inspect spark plugs periodically in decreased power output and increased for carbon deposits.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Gear Oil EXAMPLE EXAMPLE Loosen Specified Gear Oil When adding gear oil, use gear oil with the appropriate viscosity and grade as shown 0.95 – 1.05mm Tighten in the chart below. (0.037 – 0.041 in.) We highly recommend you use: “MARUTI GEAR OIL 75W”...
Since special procedures, materials and 3) If gear oil flows from the plug hole, the ine Brake Fluid (MGBF) or DOT 3. tools are required, ask a Maruti Suzuki oil level is correct. Reinstall the plug. If We highly recommend to use “Maruti Gen- authorised workshop for this job.
(the engine must be running with the parking brake fully disengaged). Should the light come on, immedi- ately ask a Maruti Suzuki autho- rised workshop to inspect the brake system. EXAMPLE • A rapid fluid loss indicates a leak-...
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If not, have the brake sys- lowed, and harmful if it comes in con- minimum distance required is as specified. tem inspected by a Maruti Suzuki autho- tact with skin or eyes. If swallowed, Since your vehicle’s brake system is self- rised workshop.
Maruti Suzuki autho- bead, resulting in an accident or rised workshop. damage to the tire or rim. 73R0118 Overinflation can cause the tire to The front and rear tire pressure specifica- burst, resulting in personal injury.
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Wheel Balancing WARNING If the vehicle vibrates abnormally on 5-tire rotation smooth road, have the wheel balanced at • Your MARUTI SUZUKI vehicle is EXAMPLE Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop. equipped with tires which are all Wheel Alignment the same type and size. This is...
8) In case of any problem, please get in metal objects to contact the lead- 69RM06006 touch with a Maruti Suzuki authorised acid battery posts and the vehicle For maintenance-free battery (cap-less workshop. at the same time.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Replacement of the battery NOTE: WARNING • When the battery is disconnected, some of the vehicle’s functions will be initial- EXAMPLE If the battery is used with battery ized and/or deactivated. level being less than the lower level These functions are required to be reset line “MIN”, it may cause reduced bat- after the battery is reconnected.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Fuses EXAMPLE EXAMPLE Your vehicle has three types of fuses, as described below: NOTICE THIS VEHICLE USES SPECIAL BATTERY. Main fuse ONLY USE BATTERY TYPE APPROVED BY THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURER FOR THIS VEHICLE. The main fuse takes current directly from FOR MORE DETAILS REFER OWNER’S MANUAL.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Main fuse box (22) 25 A Headlight HI MAIN FUSE / PRIMARY FUSE (23) 15 A Headlight (Left) 120 A (24) 15 A Headlight (Right) 100 A (25) – Fuel pump 80 A (26) 50 A Ignition switch -2 100 A –...
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If a primary fuse blows, no electrical by a Maruti Suzuki authorised work- component in the corresponding load shop. Always use a MARUTI SUZUKI group will function. When replacing the genuine replacement.
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15 A Washer may have a major electrical problem. Have your vehicle inspected immedi- (15) Ignition-1 signal 3 (37) 25 A Front wiper ately by a Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop. (16) 10 A Dome light-2 (38) 10 A Stop light (17)
EXAMPLE this job. cates the need for an inspection of the electrical system. This should Bulb Replacement be carried out by a Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop. • During bulb replacement always CAUTION use same bulb number as used in • Light bulbs can be hot enough to vehicle.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE High beam Front turn signal light 1) Open the engine hood while the engine is stopped. To remove the bulb holder Front position light EXAMPLE of the front turn signal light or the front EXAMPLE position light from the light housing, turn the holder counterclockwise and pull it out.
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Side Turn Signal Light EXAMPLE Outside rearview mirror type LED is used. It is recommended that you take your vehicle to a Maruti Suzuki autho- rised workshop for bulb replacement since special procedures are required. 73RM06001 1) To remove the bulb holder of the rear...
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE License plate light EXAMPLE EXAMPLE EXAMPLE (4) / (5) 73RM06002 73R0188 (6) Removal 73R0211 EXAMPLE (7) Installation 1) Remove the cover (1) by turning it counterclockwise. 2) To remove and install the bulb of the rear turn signal light (4) or the reversing EXAMPLE light (5), simply pull out or push in the bulb.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE High-mount stop light Rear Wiper Blades LED is used. It is recommended that you EXAMPLE take your vehicle to a Maruti Suzuki autho- EXAMPLE rised workshop for bulb replacement since special procedures are required. Interior Light Front...
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE For windshield wipers: Removal EXAMPLE EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 72RM06001 60A260 1) Hold the wiper arm away from the win- Installation dow. EXAMPLE NOTE: When raising both of the front wiper arms, pull the driver’s side wiper arm up first. When returning the wiper arms, lower the passenger’s side wiper arm first.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE NOTE: Windshield Washer Fluid EXAMPLE When you install the metal retainers (4), make sure the direction of metal retainers EXAMPLE as shown in the above illustrations. 5) Install the new blade in the reverse order of removal, with the locked end (4) positioned toward the wiper arm.
This circulates the refrigerant and oil and helps protect the internal components. Air conditioner filter replacement Since special procedures are required, ask a Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop for 73R0202 this job. 2) Remove the cover (1) and pull out the air conditioner filter (2).
EMERGENCY SERVICE Tire Changing Tool NOTE: If you are difficult to use the jack handle EXAMPLE (3), use jack handle and wheel wrench (2) EXAMPLE as shown in the illustration. EXAMPLE 73R0126 To remove the jack (1), turn its shaft coun- 61MM0B100 terclockwise by using jack handle (3) and (1) Jack...
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EMERGENCY SERVICE The spare tire is stowed under the rear floor. EXAMPLE EXAMPLE To remove the spare tire: EXAMPLE Tighten 73R0206 73R0128 Loosen After temporarily holding the jack (1) until it 2) Unhook the spare tire holder and lower contacts the storage bracket, turn the shaft it slowly.
EMERGENCY SERVICE Jacking Instructions 3) Turn on the hazard warning switch if NOTICE your vehicle is near traffic. 4) Block the front and rear of the wheel EXAMPLE Make sure that the spare tire is fixed diagonally opposite of the wheel being securely.
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EMERGENCY SERVICE Raising vehicle with garage jack EXAMPLE WARNING • Apply the garage jack to one of the points indicated below. • Use the jack only to change wheels • Always support the raised vehicle with on level, hard ground. jack stands (commercially available) at •...
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EMERGENCY SERVICE (1) Front EXAMPLE (2) Jack stand (3) Jacking point for onboard jack (4) Rear (5) Front suspension frame (6) Jacking point for garage jack (7) Application point for two-column lift and jack stand NOTICE • Never apply a garage jack to the exhaust pipe or engine undercover and rear torsion beam.
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4) Remove the wheel nuts and wheel. facing the wheel. Tighten each nut torque checked by a Maruti Suzuki snugly by hand until the wheel is authorised workshop. securely seated on the hub.
• If your lead-acid battery discharges EXAMPLE repeatedly, for no apparent reason, have your vehicle inspected by a Maruti Suzuki authorised work- shop. • To avoid harm to yourself or dam- age to your vehicle or lead-acid battery, follow the jump-starting 60MH074 instructions below.
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EMERGENCY SERVICE 3. Connect one end of the second jump NOTICE EXAMPLE lead to the negative (–) terminal of the booster battery (2). Your vehicle should not be started by 4. Make the final connection to an pushing or towing. This starting unpainted, heavy metal...
Have the vehi- distances at low speed. cle inspected by a Maruti Suzuki autho- rised workshop. 2-Wheel Drive (2WD) The vehicle may be towed using either of the following methods.
If the engine still does not start have your radiator hoses for leakage. If leakage for a few minutes until the high engine vehicle inspected at a Maruti Suzuki autho- that may cause overheating is found, coolant temperature warning light goes rised workshop.
EMERGENCY SERVICE Warning Triangle • Remove the warning triangle carefully WARNING from the cover as shown by arrow 1. • Open both the reflector arms as shown EXAMPLE • It is hazardous to remove the radia- by arrow and lock the arms with each tor cap when the water temperature other with the clip provided in the right is high, because scalding fluid and...
APPEARANCE CARE APPEARANCE CARE Corrosion Prevention ............8-1 Vehicle Cleaning ..............8-2 72RM08000 72RH0-74E...
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APPEARANCE CARE Corrosion Prevention This information illustrates the necessity of specifically intended for your purposes. keeping your vehicle (particularly the Follow the manufacturer’s directions when It is important to take good care of your underbody) as clean and dry as possible. It using these special cleaners.
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APPEARANCE CARE Park your vehicle in a dry, well-venti- Vehicle Cleaning Cleaning Interior lated area Leather upholstery Do not park your vehicle in a damp, poorly EXAMPLE Remove loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. ventilated area. If you often wash your Using a mild soap or saddle soap solution, vehicle in the garage and place it there in wipe dirt off with a clean damp soft cloth.
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APPEARANCE CARE Vinyl upholstery Fabric upholstery (For front passenger Carpets Prepare a solution of soap or mild deter- seat) Remove dirt and soil as much as possible gent mixed with warm water. Apply the Do not use liquid for cleaning as it may with a vacuum cleaner.
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APPEARANCE CARE Cleaning Exterior Washing NOTICE NOTICE WARNING • Liquid such as liquid aromatics, soft drinks or juice may cause dis- It is important that your vehicle be • Never attempt to wash and wax coloration, wrinkles, and cracking kept clean and free from dirt. Failure your vehicle with the engine run- to resin-based parts and textiles.
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APPEARANCE CARE When washing the vehicle, park it in the 3) Wash the entire exterior with a mild Washing by an automatic car wash place where direct sunlight does not fall on detergent or car wash soap using a it as much as possible and follow the sponge or soft cloth.
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APPEARANCE CARE Waxing EXAMPLE 60B211S After washing the vehicle, waxing and pol- ishing are recommended to further protect and beautify the paint. • Only use waxes and polishes of good quality. • When using waxes polishes, observe the precautions specified by the manufacturers.
FASTag (if equipped) are used to register the vehicle. They are As per Ministry of Road Transport and also used to assist a Maruti Suzuki autho- Vehicle Identification Highways, the FASTag (1) is mandatory for rised workshop when ordering or referring each vehicle for the purpose of electronic to special service information.
SPECIFICATIONS As seen from inside of the vehicle As seen from outside of the vehicle High Security Registration Plate (HSRP) (if equipped) EXAMPLE EXAMPLE As per Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, every new vehicle must have HSRP. Easy to Cruise HSRP contains;...
SPECIFICATIONS Third license plate - As seen from out- • In the event of any replacement of the Fuel side of the vehicle third license plate may please contact Petrol Engine the approved authority. EXAMPLE To avoid damaging catalytic converter, you must use unleaded petrol with an octane Third license plate - As seen from number (RON) of 90 or higher.
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SPECIFICATIONS NOTICE The fuel tank has an air space to allow for fuel expansion in hot weather. If you continue to add fuel after the filler nozzle has automati- cally shut off or an initial blowback occurs, the air chamber will become full.
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SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without notice. ITEM: Dimensions UNIT: mm Overall length 4395 Overall width 1735 Overall height (Unladen) 1690 Wheelbase 2740 Front 1510 Track Rear 1520 ITEM: Mass (weight) UNIT: kg Curb mass (weight) 1145 Gross vehicle mass (weight) rating 1730 Front...
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SPECIFICATIONS ITEM: Engine Type K15B (DOHC) Number of cylinders Bore 74.0 mm Stroke 85.0 mm Piston displacement 1462 cm Compression ratio 10.5 : 1 ITEM: Electrical Standard spark plug NGK KR6A-10 Lead-acid battery 12V 34B19L Fuses See “INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE” section. 72RH0-74E...
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SPECIFICATIONS ITEM: Lights WATTAGE BULB No. High beam 12V 60W Headlight Low beam 12V 55W Front 12V 21W WY21W Turn signal light Rear 12V 21W PY21W Side turn signal light Position light 12V 5W Tail/brake light License plate light 12V 5W Reversing light 12V 16W W16W...
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SPECIFICATIONS ITEM: Capacities (approx.) Fuel tank 45 L Coolant See “INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE” 4.7 L (including reservoir tank) section. Classification: API SN Engine oil 3.1 L (replacement with oil filter) Viscosity: SAE 0W-16 Transmission oil “MARUTI GENUINE GEAR OIL 75W” 2.6 L Refill to the proper oil level MARUTI GENUINE BRAKE FLUID (MGBF)
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