Running-In; Catalytic Converter - Suzuki Jimny 2022 Manual

ADVICE FOR YOUR DRIVING
tion Advisory Committee, and is based
on the API standard while indicating
even higher performance specifica-
tions such as for fuel conservation and
durability.
*3: SAE viscosity is a standard that deter-
mines the viscosity of lubricating oil.
The number on the left side (the num-
ber with a "W") means the viscosity at
low temperature. The smaller this figure
is, the stronger the oil resistance to
coldness is and the better the engine
start capability is. The number on the
right side means the viscosity at high
temperature. The larger this figure is,
the stronger the oil resistance to heat is
and the better the engine protection
performance is.
6-17

Running-in

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 (600 miles) of
vehicle operation.
• After starting, do not race the
engine. Warm it up gradually.
• Avoid prolonged vehicle operation
at a constant speed. Moving parts
will break in better if you vary your
speed.
• Start off from a stop slowly. Avoid
full throttle starts.
• Avoid hard braking, especially
during the first 320 km (200 miles)
of driving.
• Do not drive slowly with the trans-
mission in a high gear.
• Drive the vehicle at moderate
engine speeds.
• Do not tow a trailer during the first
960 km (600 miles) of vehicle oper-
ation.

Catalytic Converter

The purpose of the catalytic converter is to
minimize the amount of harmful pollutants
in your vehicle's exhaust. Use of leaded
fuel in vehicles equipped with catalytic
converters is prohibited, because lead
deactivates the pollutant-reducing compo-
nents of the catalyst system.
The converter is designed to last the life of
the vehicle under normal usage and when
unleaded fuel is used. No special mainte-
nance is required on the converter. How-
ever, it is very important to keep the engine
properly tuned. Engine misfiring, which can
result from an improperly tuned engine,
may cause overheating of the catalytic
converter. This may result in permanent
heat damage to the catalytic converter and
other vehicle components.
80TS - 01E
80G106