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Suzuki 2007 XL7 Owner's Manual

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    Part no. 99011-78j00-03e september, 2006 owner’s manual 99011-78j00-03e xl7 printed in u.S.A. See page 5-2 keep with vehicle at all times. Contains important information on safety, operation & maintenance. Service station information fuel recommendation: brake and clutch fluid: tire cold pressure: d...

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    78j00-03e prepared by september, 2006 part no. 99011-78j00-03e printed in u.S.A. Tp270

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    78j00-03e this owner’s manual applies to the xl7 series: note: the illustrated model is one of the xl7 series. © copyright suzuki motor corporation 2006.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    78j00-03e 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 yo...

  • Page 5: Service Station Guide

    78j00-03e service station guide 1. Fuel (see section 5) 2. Engine hood (see section 5) 3. Tire changing tools (see section 5) 4. Engine oil dipstick (see section 5) 5. Engine coolant (see section 5) 6. Windshield washer fluid (see section 5) 7. Battery (see section 5) 8. Tire pressure (see tire info...

  • Page 6: Table of Contents

    78j00-03e table of contents california proposition 65 warning warning engine exhaust, some of its constitu- ents, and certain product compo- nents contain or emit chemicals known to the state of california to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Seats and restraint systems 1 fe...

  • Page 7: Location of Warning

    78j00-03e location of warning messages read and follow all of the warnings (labels etc.) on your vehicle. Make sure you understand all of them. Keep them on the vehicle. Do not remove the messages for any reason. If a label comes off or the messages become difficult to read, have it corrected by you...

  • Page 8: Foreword

    0-1 78j00-03e foreword all information in this manual is based on the latest product information avail- able at the time of publication. Due to improvements or other changes, there may be discrepancies between informa- tion in this manual and your vehicle. Suzuki motor corporation reserves the right...

  • Page 9: Important

    0-2 78j00-03e important warning/caution/note please read this manual and follow its instructions carefully. To emphasize spe- cial information, the symbol and the words warning, caution and note have special meanings. Pay special atten- tion to the messages highlighted by these signal words: note: i...

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    0-3 78j00-03e vehicle symbols your vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols, used on your vehicle, are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gauge or indicator. If you need help figurin...

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  • Page 12: Seats and Restraint Systems

    Seats and restraint systems 1 78j00-03e seats and restraint systems front seats .......................................................................... 1-1 rear seats ............................................................................ 1-6 safety belts .......................................

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    1-1 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e front seats manual seats 808318 lift the bar located under the front of the seat to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar. Try to move the seat with your body to be sure the seat is locked in place. Driver seat height adjuster 16...

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    1-2 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e manual lumbar 1211985 if your vehicle has this feature, the knob is located on the front of the driver seat lower cushion on the inboard side. Turn the knob clockwise or counterclock- wise to increase or decrease the lumbar support. Heated seats 1761660 if y...

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    1-3 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e driver’s seat with manual recline and manual height adjuster shown 1618868 to adjust the seatback on the driver’s seat, lift the lever on the rear outboard side of the seat and move the seatback to the desired position. Then release the lever to lock the sea...

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    1-4 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e do not have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. Head restraints 805677 adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant’s head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash...

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    1-5 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e passenger folding seatback the front passenger’s seatback may fold flat. To fold the seatback, do the following: 1) lower the head restraint all the way. 2) lift the bar under the front of the seat to unlock it. Slide the seat as far back as it will go and r...

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    1-6 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e to raise the seatback, do the following: 1) lift the recliner lever, located on the outboard side of the seat, up fully and push up on the seatback. 2) continue raising the seatback until the seatback re-engages. 3) push and pull on the seatback to make sure...

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    1-7 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e 5) push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. To recline the seatback, do the following: 1) lift and hold the lever located on top of the seatback. 2) tilt the seatback rearward, then release the lever when the seatback is in the desired positi...

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    1-8 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e third row seat if the vehicle has a third row seat, the seat- back(s) can be folded. Folding the seatback(s) to fold the seatback, do the following: 1) remove all items on the seat cushion. 1811392 2) lift the lever, located on the top of the seatback on the...

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    1-9 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e safety belts safety belts: they are for everyone this part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. Your vehicle has indicators to remind you and your passengers to buckle yo...

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    1-10 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e 805928 get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. 805931 the person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 809245 or the instrument panel... 805935 or the safety belts! With safety b...

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    1-11 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e question: if i am a good driver, and i never drive far from home, why should i wear safety belts? Answer: you may be an excellent driver, but if you are in an accident – even one that is not your fault – you and your passengers can be hurt. Being a good dri...

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    1-12 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e it may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants. 809246 the lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies ...

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    1-13 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e question: what is wrong with this? 805942 answer: the belt is buckled in the wrong place. Question: what is wrong with this? 805947 answer: the shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. Question: what is wrong wi...

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    1-14 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e 1378915 to unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. Shoulder belt heigh...

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    1-15 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e right front passenger position to learn how to wear the right front pas- senger’s safety belt properly, refer to “driver position” in this section. The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same way as the driver’s safety belt – except for the follo...

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    1-16 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e strong pelvic bones. And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the ch...

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    1-17 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e 1379299 2) slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 1397291 3) be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies f...

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    1-18 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e safety belt pretensioners your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for the driver and right front passenger. Although you cannot see them, they are part of the safety belt assembly. They help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate ...

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    1-19 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e 1379302 question: what if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck? Answer: if the child is sitting in a seat next to a win- dow, move the child toward the center of t...

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    1-20 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e 1379304 1379315 question: what are the different types of add-on child restraints? Answer: add-on child restraints, which are pur- chased by the vehicle’s owner, are avail- able in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consi...

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    1-21 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e the restraint manufacturer’s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particu- lar child restraint. In addition, there are many kinds of restraints available for chil- dren with special needs. Child restraint s...

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    1-22 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e 1383218 a rear-facing infant seat (b) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. 1395252 a forward-facing chi...

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    1-23 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e question: how should i use a child restraint? Answer: a child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built- in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add-on ...

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    1-24 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e endangered in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint. Where to put the restraint accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. We recommend that child restraints ...

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    1-25 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e 1507697 a. Occupant prohibited b. Child restraint using latch 1507698 a. Child restraint using latch b. No occupant recommended c. Child restraint or occupant using safety belt configurations for use of three child restraints 1507710 a. Child restraint or o...

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    1-26 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e 1507704 a. Child restraint or occupant using safety belt b. Child restraint using latch wherever you install a child restraint, be sure to secure the child restraint properly. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or ...

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    1-27 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e top tether anchor 1550581 a top tether (a, c) anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle. The top tether attachment (b) on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in orde...

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    1-28 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e to put the restraint” in this section for additional information. Securing a child restraint designed for the latch system 1252139 a. Passenger’s side rear seat lower anchors b. Center rear seat lower anchors c. Driver’s side rear seat lower anchors make su...

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    1-29 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e the child restraint with the top tether and the safety belts. Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual. 1. Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position. 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3....

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    1-30 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e 1379321 3) buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1379324 4) pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 1379355 5) to...

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    1-31 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e securing a child restraint in the right front seat position your vehicle has a right front passenger's airbag. A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward-facing child restraint. Refer to “where to put the restraint” in this section. In addition, your ...

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    1-32 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e restraint. Refer to “manual seats” in this section. If your child restraint has the latch sys- tem, refer to “lower anchors and tethers for children (latch)” in this section. There is no top tether anchor at the right front seating position. Do not secure a...

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    1-33 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. If you are using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. You should not be able to pull more of the...

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    1-34 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e warning you can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt – even if you have airbags. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it. Airb...

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    1-35 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e 808302 there is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. Refer to “airbag readiness ligh...

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    1-36 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e 1177533 the roof-mounted rollover airbag for the driver and the person seated directly behind the driver is located in the ceiling above the side windows. 1197154 the roof-mounted rollover airbag for the right front passenger and the person directly behind ...

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    1-37 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e when should an airbag inflate? The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. But they are designed to inflate only if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment thr...

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    1-38 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e impact, and how quickly the vehicle slows down. For roof-mounted rollover airbags, inflation is determined by the location and severity of the impact or a rollover event. What makes an airbag inflate? In an impact of sufficient severity, the air- bag sensin...

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    1-39 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e in many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag, windshields are broken by vehi- cle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag. • airbags are designed to inflate only once. After an airbag inflates,...

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    1-40 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e if your vehicle does not have a rear seat that will accommodate a rear-facing child restraint, never put a child in a rear-facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat unless the passenger airbag status indicator shows off and the airbag is off....

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    1-41 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e if, after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, check to make sure that the vehi- cle’s seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the seat cushion. If this hap- pens, slightly recline the vehicle...

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    1-42 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e servicing your airbag-equipped vehicle airbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the airbag system in several places around your vehi- cle. You do not want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your dea...

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    1-43 seats and restraint systems 78j00-03e replacing restraint system parts after a crash if you have had a crash, do you need new belts or latch system parts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash...

  • Page 56: Features and Controls

    Features and controls 2 78j00-03e features and controls keys ...................................................................................... 2-1 doors and locks ................................................................. 2-5 windows .........................................................

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    2-1 features and controls 78j00-03e keys 805686 one key is used for the ignition and all of the locks. Key code information can be obtained by your dealer. These code numbers can be used to make new keys. Additional keys that are needed can be made at any retail service facility provided you have th...

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    2-2 features and controls 78j00-03e remote keyless entry (rke) system operation the vehicle’s doors can be locked and unlocked from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 65 feet (20 m) away with the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter. If your vehicle has the remote start feature you can also start your vehic...

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    2-3 features and controls 78j00-03e transmitter will disarm the content theft- deterrent system. Refer to “content theft- deterrent” in this section. (vehicle locator/panic alarm): press and release this button to locate your vehicle. The turn signal lamps will flash and the horn will sound three ti...

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    2-4 features and controls 78j00-03e remote vehicle start your vehicle may have the remote start feature. This feature allows you to start the engine from outside the vehicle. Refer to “remote start” under “dic vehicle personalization” in “driver information center (dic)” in the “instrument panel” se...

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    2-5 features and controls 78j00-03e the remote vehicle start feature will not operate if: • the vehicle’s key is in the ignition. • the vehicle’s hood, liftgate or doors are not closed. • the hazard warning flashers are on. • there is an emission control system malfunction. • the engine coolant temp...

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    2-6 features and controls 78j00-03e delayed locking a chime will sound three times to indicate a door or liftgate is open when you try to lock the doors with the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter or the power door lock switch. The doors will not lock, and the theft-deterrent system will not arm...

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    2-7 features and controls 78j00-03e liftgate to unlock the liftgate, press the unlock but- ton on the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter twice or use the power door lock switch. To lock the liftgate, press the lock button on the rke transmitter or use the power door lock switch. The liftgate doe...

  • Page 64

    2-8 features and controls 78j00-03e windows 811448 power windows 1235612 the window switches are located on each side of the shift lever on the center con- sole. To lower a window, press the switch down. To raise a window, pull the switch up. The power windows operate when the igni- tion is in run o...

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    2-9 features and controls 78j00-03e will go all the way down. To stop the win- dow from lowering, lift the switch all the way up and release it. Window lockout the driver’s window switches also include a lockout switch. Press the left side of the switch to prevent rear passengers from using their wi...

  • Page 66

    2-10 features and controls 78j00-03e pass-key ® iii+ the pass-key ® iii+ system operates on a radio frequency subject to federal com- munications commission (fcc) rules and with industry canada. This device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules. Operation is subject to the fol- lowing two condition...

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    2-11 features and controls 78j00-03e if you are driving and the security light comes on and stays on, you may be able to restart your engine. Your pass-key ® iii+ system, however, may not be working properly and must be serviced by your dealer. If you lose or damage your pass-key ® iii+ key, see you...

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    2-12 features and controls 78j00-03e starting and operating your vehicle new vehicle break-in ignition positions 1410037 with the key in the ignition switch, you can turn it to four different positions. A warning tone will sound if you open the driver’s door when the key has not been removed from th...

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    2-13 features and controls 78j00-03e tion and park your vehicle, a chime will sound, when you open the driver’s door. Always remember to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you. This will lock your ignition and transaxle. Also, always remember to lock the doors. The battery could be d...

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    2-14 features and controls 78j00-03e the oil warms up and lubricates all mov- ing parts. Engine coolant heater if your vehicle has this feature, in very cold weather 0°f (–18°c) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You will get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up....

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    2-15 features and controls 78j00-03e started because the vehicle cannot move easily. Make sure the shift lever is fully in park (p) before starting the engine. The vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock con- trol system. You must fully apply your reg- ular brakes first and then press the shif...

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    2-16 features and controls 78j00-03e downshifting the transaxle in slippery road conditions could result in skidding, refer to “loss of control” in “your driving, the road, and your vehicle” in the “driving your vehicle” section. Manual shift mode (m): this position, available on the models with the...

  • Page 73

    2-17 features and controls 78j00-03e second (2) gear start feature when accelerating your vehicle from a stop in snowy and icy conditions, you may want to shift into second (2). A higher gear, and light application of the gas pedal, may allow you to gain more traction on slippery surfaces. With the ...

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    2-18 features and controls 78j00-03e 4) remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the igni- tion key in your hand, your vehicle is in park (p). Leaving your vehicle with the engine running if you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle i...

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    2-19 features and controls 78j00-03e engine exhaust running the engine while parked it is better not to park with the engine run- ning. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle will not move. Refer to “shifting into park (p)” in this sect...

  • Page 76

    2-20 features and controls 78j00-03e mirrors manual rearview mirror to adjust the angle of the mirror, move the mirror to a position that allows you see to out of the back window. To adjust the height of the mirror, adjust the arm that connects the mirror to the windshield. To reduce glare from ligh...

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    2-21 features and controls 78j00-03e zone is displayed. The number shown is the current zone number. 3) scroll through the zone numbers that appear in the compass/temperature window on the mirror by pressing the on/off button. Once you find your zone number, release the button. After about four seco...

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    2-22 features and controls 78j00-03e center console storage area your vehicle has a center console armrest with storage area. Use the top lever on the front of the console to open it. There is an additional storage area underneath the center console. To access, use the bottom lever and pull the cons...

  • Page 79

    2-23 features and controls 78j00-03e 1767348 to reposition the crossrail, pull up on the end levers on each side of the crossrail to the upright position. This will release the locking mechanism from the siderail. Lift and place the crossrail into the new posi- tion. Press the levers down until the ...

  • Page 80

    2-24 features and controls 78j00-03e sunroof if your vehicle has this feature, the sunroof switch is located on the headliner above the rearview mirror. The ignition must be in run or acc, or retained accessory power (rap) must be active, to operate the sunroof. Refer to “retained accessory power (r...

  • Page 81: Memo

    2-25 features and controls 78j00-03e memo.

  • Page 82: Instrument Panel

    Instrument panel 3 78j00-03e instrument panel instrument panel overview ................................................ 3-1 climate controls ................................................................. 3-10 warning lights, gages, and indicators ............................ 3-15 driver informat...

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    3-1 instrument panel 78j00-03e instrument panel overview 1732990

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    3-2 instrument panel 78j00-03e the main components of your instrument panel are the following: a. Air outlets. Refer to “outlet adjust- ment” in this section. B. Turn signal/multifunction lever. Refer to “turn signal/multifunction lever” in this section. C. Cruise controls. Refer to “cruise control”...

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    3-3 instrument panel 78j00-03e hazard warning flashers the hazard warning flashers let you warn the police and others that you have a prob- lem. The front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. 1223926 the hazard warning flasher button is located in the center of the instrument panel. The...

  • Page 86

    3-4 instrument panel 78j00-03e to signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. 808320 an arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. To signal a lane change, raise or lower the ...

  • Page 87

    3-5 instrument panel 78j00-03e (delay adjustment): move the lever to the delay position to choose a delayed wiping cycle. Turn the intermittent adjust band down for a longer delay or up for a shorter delay. (off): move the lever to this position to turn off the windshield wipers. (mist): move the le...

  • Page 88

    3-6 instrument panel 78j00-03e 1541871 the cruise control buttons are located on the left side of the steering wheel. (on/off): press this button to turn the cruise control system on and off. The indicator light is on when cruise control is on and turns off when cruise control is off. +res (resume):...

  • Page 89

    3-7 instrument panel 78j00-03e the vehicle’s speed for approximately 60 seconds, cruise control will disengage. Using cruise control on hills how well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load, and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step...

  • Page 90

    3-8 instrument panel 78j00-03e when it is bright enough outside, the head- lamps will go off and the drl will come on. As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it. Automatic headlamp system when it is dark enough outside and the exterior lamps control is in t...

  • Page 91

    3-9 instrument panel 78j00-03e your vehicle will come on when any door is opened. In addition, the light will come on when the remote keyless entry unlock but- ton is pressed. It will stay on for 20 sec- onds or until a door is opened. After the door is opened the light will remain on and stay on fo...

  • Page 92

    3-10 instrument panel 78j00-03e power (rap)” in “starting and operating your vehicle” in the “features and con- trols” section. Accessory power outlet(s) the accessory power outlets can be used to connect electrical equipment such as a cellular phone or cb radio. Your vehicle may have four accessory...

  • Page 93

    3-11 instrument panel 78j00-03e automatic climate control system with rear air conditioning and heating sys- tem 1732674 automatic operation auto (automatic fan): when this position is selected on the fan control, the system automatically adjusts the fan speed. Temperature setting: the system uses t...

  • Page 94

    3-12 instrument panel 78j00-03e the modes can also be selected by press- ing the following buttons: aux (auxiliary): this button is on a vehicle that has the rear climate control system. Press it to turn on the rear heating and air condition- ing. Refer to “rear air conditioning and heating system” ...

  • Page 95

    3-13 instrument panel 78j00-03e (rear): press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off. An indicator light on the button comes on to let you know that the rear window defogger is activated. The rear window defogger only works when the ignition is in run. The rear win- dow defogger stay...

  • Page 96

    3-14 instrument panel 78j00-03e mode knob the right knob on the control panel lets you to choose the direction of air delivery. (vent): this setting directs the air through the headliner outlets. (bi-level): this setting directs the air through the floor outlets, as well as the headliner outlets. Th...

  • Page 97

    3-15 instrument panel 78j00-03e warning lights, gages, and indicators this part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes seri- ous enough to cause an expen...

  • Page 98

    3-16 instrument panel 78j00-03e tachometer the tachometer shows your engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Safety belt reminder light when the key is turned to run or start, a chime will come on for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety bel...

  • Page 99

    3-17 instrument panel 78j00-03e the airbag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to run. If the light does not come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. Passenger airbag status indicator your vehicle has the passenger s...

  • Page 100

    3-18 instrument panel 78j00-03e if the word on or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the right front passenger’s frontal air- bag is enabled (may inflate). If the word off or the off symbol is lit on the airbag status indicator, it means that the passenger s...

  • Page 101

    3-19 instrument panel 78j00-03e battery warning light 812700 your vehicle has a battery warning light. If this light comes on while you are driving, be sure to turn off accessories such as the radio and climate control system. Have your vehicle serviced right away. The ser- vice battery charging sys...

  • Page 102

    3-20 instrument panel 78j00-03e anti-lock brake system warning light 807057 with the anti-lock brake system (abs), the light will come on when your engine is started and stay on for several seconds. This is normal. If the abs warning light comes on and stays on, there may be a problem with the anti-...

  • Page 103

    3-21 instrument panel 78j00-03e this light will also come on when starting your vehicle. If it does not, have your vehi- cle serviced. Engine coolant temperature gage 1716501 this gage shows the engine coolant tem- perature. If the pointer moves towards the h, the engine is too hot. A temperature in...

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    3-22 instrument panel 78j00-03e this light should come on, as a check to show you it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light does not come on, have it repaired. This light will also come on during a mal- function in one of two ways: • light flashing a misfire ...

  • Page 105

    3-23 instrument panel 78j00-03e acceleration, or stumbling on acceleration. (these conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up.) this will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on. If you experience one or more of these conditions, change the fuel brand you use. It will requi...

  • Page 106

    3-24 instrument panel 78j00-03e change engine oil light 806876 if this light comes on and stays on for 30 seconds, it means that service is required for your vehicle. After having the oil changed you will need to reset the light. Refer to “engine oil” in “checking things under the hood” in the “serv...

  • Page 107

    3-25 instrument panel 78j00-03e highbeam on light 808597 this light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. Refer to “headlamp high/low-beam changer” in this section. Service all-wheel drive light 1710820 this light is located in the center of your instrument panel cluster. This light and ...

  • Page 108

    3-26 instrument panel 78j00-03e service vehicle soon light 1254434 this light will come on if a condition exists that may require the vehicle to be taken in for service. If the light comes on, see your dealer for service as soon as possible. Fuel gage 1716499 when the ignition is on, the fuel gage t...

  • Page 109

    3-27 instrument panel 78j00-03e driver information center (dic) your vehicle has a driver information cen- ter (dic). All messages will appear in the dic display located in the center of the instrument panel cluster. The dic buttons are located on the center of the instrument panel. The dic comes on...

  • Page 110

    3-28 instrument panel 78j00-03e trip/fuel menu items trip/fuel (1): press this button to scroll through the fol- lowing displays: odometer press the trip/fuel button until odometer displays. This display shows the distance the vehicle has been driven in either miles (mi) or kilometers (km). This dis...

  • Page 111

    3-29 instrument panel 78j00-03e vehicle information menu items vehicle information (2): press this button to scroll through the fol- lowing displays: oil life press the vehicle information button until oil life remaining displays. This dis- play shows an estimate of the oil’s remain- ing useful life...

  • Page 112

    3-30 instrument panel 78j00-03e relearn remote key this display allows you to match the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter to your vehicle. To match a rke transmitter to your vehicle, do the following: 1) make sure the vehicle is in park (p). 2) press the vehicle information button until press t...

  • Page 113

    3-31 instrument panel 78j00-03e enabled. If the passenger’s safety belt is already buckled, this message and chime will not come on. Buckle seatbelt this message reminds you to buckle the driver’s safety belt. This message displays and a chime sounds when the ignition is on, the driver’s safety belt...

  • Page 114

    3-32 instrument panel 78j00-03e engine overheatd (overheated) stop engine note: if you drive your vehicle while the engine is overheating, severe engine damage may occur. If an overheat warning appears on the instrument panel cluster and/or dic, stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Refer to “engine...

  • Page 115

    3-33 instrument panel 78j00-03e remote key learning active this message displays while you are matching a remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter to your vehicle. Refer to “learn remote key” under “dic oper- ation and displays” in this section for more information. Service a/c (air conditioning) sys-...

  • Page 116

    3-34 instrument panel 78j00-03e stays on, there may be a problem with the tpm. See your dealer. Service traction control this message displays when the traction control system (tcs) is not functioning properly. A warning light also appears on the instrument panel cluster. Refer to “traction control ...

  • Page 117

    3-35 instrument panel 78j00-03e • the tcs is turned off by pressing the traction control button. Refer to “traction control system (tcs)” in “your driving, the road, and your vehicle” in the “driv- ing your vehicle” section for more infor- mation. • the battery is low. • there is a tcs failure. See ...

  • Page 118

    3-36 instrument panel 78j00-03e • no change: no change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. Choose one of the available settings and press the set/reset button while it is dis- played on the dic to select it. Auto lock this feature allows you to select when the vehicle’s do...

  • Page 119

    3-37 instrument panel 78j00-03e press the lock button on the rke trans- mitter, and the horn will sound when the lock button is pressed again within five seconds of the previous command. • no change: no change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. Choose one of the available...

  • Page 120

    3-38 instrument panel 78j00-03e choose one of the available settings and press the set/reset button while it is dis- played on the dic to select it. Approach lighting this feature allows you to select whether or not to have the exterior lights turn on briefly during low light periods after unlock- i...

  • Page 121

    3-39 instrument panel 78j00-03e • do not restore: the personalization features will not be set to their factory default settings. Choose one of the available settings and press the set/reset button while it is dis- played on the dic to select it. Exit feature settings this feature allows you to exit...

  • Page 122

    3-40 instrument panel 78j00-03e your vehicle has a feature called retained accessory power (rap). With rap, the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off. Refer to “retained accessory power (rap)” in “starting and operating your vehicle” in the “features and controls” section ...

  • Page 123

    3-41 instrument panel 78j00-03e radio with cd (base) 1546915 playing the radio (power/volume): press this knob to turn the system on and off. Turn this knob clockwise or counterclock- wise to increase or decrease the volume. The radio remembers the previous volume setting whenever the radio is turne...

  • Page 124

    3-42 instrument panel 78j00-03e adjusting the speakers (balance/fade) bal/fade (balance/fade): to adjust the balance or fade, press this button or the tune knob until the desired speaker control label appears on the dis- play. Turn the tune knob clockwise or coun- terclockwise to adjust the setting....

  • Page 125

    3-43 instrument panel 78j00-03e arrow is held or pressed multiple times, the player continues moving backward or for- ward through the cd. Rev (reverse): press and hold this button to reverse play- back quickly within a track. You will hear sound at a reduced volume. Release this pushbutton to resum...

  • Page 126

    3-44 instrument panel 78j00-03e nected, press the radio cd/aux button to begin playing audio from the device over the vehicle speakers. (power/volume): turn this knob clockwise or counterclock- wise to increase or decrease the volume of the portable player. You may need to do additional volume adjus...

  • Page 127

    3-45 instrument panel 78j00-03e 2) press the menu button to display the radio setup menu. 3) press the pushbutton under the auto volum label on the radio display. 4) press the pushbutton under the desired speed compensated volume setting (off, low, med, or high) to select the level of radio volume c...

  • Page 128

    3-46 instrument panel 78j00-03e setting the tone (bass/midrange/treble) bass/mid/treb (bass, midrange, or treble): to adjust bass, midrange, or treble, press the tune knob until the tone control labels appear on the display. Continue pressing to highlight the desired label, or press the pushbutton p...

  • Page 129

    3-47 instrument panel 78j00-03e removed categories can be restored by pressing the pushbutton under the add label when a removed category is dis- played or by pressing the pushbutton under the restore all label. The radio does not allow you to remove or add categories while the vehicle is moving fas...

  • Page 130

    3-48 instrument panel 78j00-03e seek : press the left seek arrow to go to the start of the current track, if more than ten sec- onds have played. Press the right seek arrow to go to the next track. If either seek arrow is held, or pressed multiple times, the player continues moving backward or forwa...

  • Page 131

    3-49 instrument panel 78j00-03e to use a portable audio player, connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 inch) cable to the radio’s front auxiliary input jack. When a device is con- nected, press the radio cd/aux button to begin playing audio from the device over the vehicle speakers. (power/volume): turn this knob cl...

  • Page 132

    3-50 instrument panel 78j00-03e playing the radio (power/volume): press this knob to turn the system on and off. Turn this knob clockwise or counterclock- wise to increase or decrease the volume. Speed compensated volume (scv): the radio has speed compensated vol- ume (scv). While scv is on, the rad...

  • Page 133

    3-51 instrument panel 78j00-03e 4) repeat the steps for each pushbutton radio station you want stored as a favor- ite. The number of favorites pages can be setup using the menu button. To setup the number of favorites pages, perform the fol- lowing steps: 1) press the menu button to display the radi...

  • Page 134

    3-52 instrument panel 78j00-03e finding a category (cat) station cat (category): the cat button is used to find xm tm sta- tions when the radio is in the xm tm mode. To find xm tm channels within a desired category, perform the following: 1) press the band button until the xm™ frequency displays. Pr...

  • Page 135

    3-53 instrument panel 78j00-03e of recording, the quality of the music that has been recorded, and the way the cd-r has been handled. There can be an increase in skipping, difficulty in finding tracks, and/or difficulty in loading and ejecting. If these problems occur, check the bottom surface of th...

  • Page 136

    3-54 instrument panel 78j00-03e band: press this button to listen to the radio when a cd or dvd is playing. The cd or dvd remains inside the radio for future listening or for viewing entertainment. Dvd/cd aux (auxiliary): press this button to cycle through dvd, cd, or auxiliary when listening to the...

  • Page 137

    3-55 instrument panel 78j00-03e using the dvd player the dvd player is controlled by the but- tons on the remote control or by the but- tons on the radio faceplate. Refer to “remote control”, under “rear seat enter- tainment system” in this section for more information. The dvd player is only compat...

  • Page 138

    3-56 instrument panel 78j00-03e (eject): press this button to eject a cd or dvd. If a cd or dvd is ejected, but not removed, the player automatically pulls it back in after 15 seconds. If loading and reading of a cd cannot be completed, because of an unknown for- mat, etc., and the disc fails to eje...

  • Page 139

    3-57 instrument panel 78j00-03e there is not any type of notification for the customer to see through the radio display, but vsm has a text field that shows audio stream changing. Inserting a disc to play a disc, gently insert the disc, with the label side up, into the loading slot. The dvd player m...

  • Page 140

    3-58 instrument panel 78j00-03e to listen to a device through the rear auxil- iary input over the speakers, cycle the dvd/cd aux button on the radio faceplate until “rear aux input” displays on the radio. The rsa or dvd screen must be on in order for the radio to source to rear auxil- iary. (power/v...

  • Page 141

    3-59 instrument panel 78j00-03e you can change playlists by using the pre- vious and next folder buttons, the tuner knob, or the seek buttons. You can also play an mp3 cd-r that was recorded using no file folders. If a cd-r contains more than the maximum of 50 folders, 15 playlists, and 512 folders ...

  • Page 142

    3-60 instrument panel 78j00-03e if playing a cd-r, the sound quality may be reduced due to cd-r quality, the method of recording, the quality of the music that has been recorded, and the way the cd-r has been handled. There may be an increase in skipping, difficulty in finding tracks, and/or difficu...

  • Page 143

    3-61 instrument panel 78j00-03e depending on the number of mp3 files recorded to the cd-r. The radio may begin playing while it is scanning the disc in the background. When the scan is fin- ished, the cd-r begins playing again. Once the disc has been scanned, the player defaults to playing mp3 files...

  • Page 144

    3-62 instrument panel 78j00-03e length of the file, folder, or playlist name. Long names also take up more space on the display, potentially getting cut off. • finalize the audio disc before you burn it. Trying to add music to an existing disc may cause the disc not to function in the player. Root d...

  • Page 145

    3-63 instrument panel 78j00-03e as each new track starts to play, the track number and song title displays. The cd player can play the smaller 3 inch (8 cm) single cd-rs with an adapter ring. Full-size cd-rs and the smaller cd-rs are loaded in the same manner. If playing a cd-r, the sound quality ca...

  • Page 146

    3-64 instrument panel 78j00-03e button to resume playing the file. The elapsed time of the file displays. Rdm (random): with the random setting, mp3 files on the cd-r can be listened to in random, rather than sequential order. To play mp3 files from the cd-r you are listening to in ran- dom order, p...

  • Page 147

    3-65 instrument panel 78j00-03e xm radio messages radio display message condition action required xl (explicit language channels) xl on the radio display, after the channel name, indicates content with explicit language. These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a cus- tomer’s request, by cal...

  • Page 148

    3-66 instrument panel 78j00-03e radio display message condition action required cat not found no channel available for the chosen category there are no channels available for the selected category. The system is working properly. Xm theft locked theft lock active the xm tm receiver in the vehicle co...

  • Page 149

    3-67 instrument panel 78j00-03e navigation/radio system your vehicle may have a navigation radio system. The navigation radio system has built-in features intended to minimize driver dis- traction. Technology alone, no matter how advanced, can never replace your own judgment. For complete informatio...

  • Page 150

    3-68 instrument panel 78j00-03e push the power button to turn on the head- phones. An indicator light located on the headphones will illuminate. If the light does not illuminate, the batteries may need to be replaced. See “battery replacement” later in this section for more information. Switch the h...

  • Page 151

    3-69 instrument panel 78j00-03e power for auxiliary devices is not supplied by the radio system. To use the auxiliary inputs of the rse sys- tem, connect an external auxiliary device to the color-coded a/v jacks and turn both the auxiliary device and the video screen power on. If the video screen is...

  • Page 152

    3-70 instrument panel 78j00-03e remote control to use the remote control, aim it at the transmitter window at the rear of the rse overhead console and press the desired button. Direct sunlight or very bright light may affect the ability of the rse transmit- ter to receive signals from the remote con...

  • Page 153

    3-71 instrument panel 78j00-03e tinue playing in a slow play mode. You may also, depending on the radio, perform reverse slow play by pressing the pause button and then pressing the fast reverse button. To cancel slow play mode, press the play/pause button. (previous track/chapter): press this butto...

  • Page 154

    3-72 instrument panel 78j00-03e problem recommended action no power. The ignition might not be turned on or in accessory. The picture does not fill the screen. There are black borders on the top and bottom or on both sides or it looks stretched out. Check the display mode settings in the setup menu ...

  • Page 155

    3-73 instrument panel 78j00-03e dvd display error messages the dvd display error message depends on which radio you have. The video screen may display one of the following: disc load/eject error: this message is displayed when there are disc load or eject problems. Disc format error: this message wi...

  • Page 156

    3-74 instrument panel 78j00-03e (seek): press the seek arrow to go to the next radio station while in am, fm, or xm (if equipped). Press this button to go to the next track or chapter while sourced to the cd/dvd slot. Radio reception xm tm satellite radio service xm tm satellite radio service gives ...

  • Page 157: Memo

    3-75 instrument panel 78j00-03e memo.

  • Page 158: Driving Your Vehicle

    Driving your vehicle 4 78j00-03e driving your vehicle your driving, the road, and your vehicle ........................ 4-1 towing .................................................................................. 4-20

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    4-1 driving your vehicle 78j00-03e your driving, the road, and your vehicle defensive driving the best advice anyone can give about driving is: drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: buckle up. Refer to “safety belts: they are for everyone” in “safety be...

  • Page 160

    4-2 driving your vehicle 78j00-03e many might think. Although it depends on each person and situation, here is some general information on the problem. The blood alcohol concentration (bac) of someone who is drinking depends upon four things: • the amount of alcohol consumed • the drinker’s body wei...

  • Page 161

    4-3 driving your vehicle 78j00-03e there is something else about drinking and driving that many people do not know. Medical research shows that alcohol in a person’s system can make crash injuries worse, especially injuries to the brain, spi- nal cord, or heart. This means that when anyone who has b...

  • Page 162

    4-4 driving your vehicle 78j00-03e anti-lock brake system (abs) your vehicle has the anti-lock brake sys- tem (abs), an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid. When you start the engine and begin to drive away, abs will check itself. You may hear a momentary motor o...

  • Page 163

    4-5 driving your vehicle 78j00-03e braking in emergencies with abs, you can steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can help you more than even the very best braking. Traction control system (tcs) your vehicle has a traction control system that limits wheel spin. This is espe...

  • Page 164

    4-6 driving your vehicle 78j00-03e all-wheel drive (awd) system if your vehicle has all-wheel drive (awd), the awd system operates automatically without any action required by the driver. If the front drive wheels begin to slip, the rear wheels will automatically begin to drive the vehicle as requir...

  • Page 165

    4-7 driving your vehicle 78j00-03e favorable conditions you will want to go slower. If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve, do it before you enter the curve, while your front wheels are straight ahead. Try to adjust your speed so you can “drive” through the curve. Maintain a reason...

  • Page 166

    4-8 driving your vehicle 78j00-03e into the right lane again. A simple maneu- ver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two-lane highway is a potentially dan- gerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traf- fic for several seconds. A miscalculation, an error ...

  • Page 167

    4-9 driving your vehicle 78j00-03e acceleration skid, too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin. A cornering skid is best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal. Remember: any traction control system helps avoid only the acceleration skid. If your traction system is off, the...

  • Page 168

    4-10 driving your vehicle 78j00-03e build up a film caused by dust. Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would, making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly. Remember that the headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve. Keep your eyes mo...

  • Page 169

    4-11 driving your vehicle 78j00-03e driving through deep standing water driving through flowing water some other rainy weather tips • turn on your low-beam headlamps – not just your parking lamps – to help make you more visible to others. • besides slowing down, allow some extra following distance. ...

  • Page 170

    4-12 driving your vehicle 78j00-03e the most important advice on freeway driving is: keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lan...

  • Page 171

    4-13 driving your vehicle 78j00-03e does, your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second, and you could crash and be injured. What can you do about highway hypnosis? First, be aware that it can happen. Then here are some tips: • make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a comfortably co...

  • Page 172

    4-14 driving your vehicle 78j00-03e of the road. Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane. • as you go over the top of a hill, be alert. There could be something in your lane, like a stalled car or an accident. • you may see highway signs on moun- tains that warn of special problems. Examp...

  • Page 173

    4-15 driving your vehicle 78j00-03e vehicle has a traction system, you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions. Under certain conditions, you may want to turn the traction system off, such as when driving through deep snow and loose gravel, to help maintain vehicle moti...

  • Page 174

    4-16 driving your vehicle 78j00-03e able from the cold. But do it as little as pos- sible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can. To help keep warm, you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exer- cises every half hour or so until help comes. If your vehicle is stuck in sand, mud, ic...

  • Page 175

    4-17 driving your vehicle 78j00-03e tire and loading information label label example 1556694 a vehicle specific tire and loading infor- mation label is attached to the vehicle’s center pillar (b-pillar). With the driver’s door open, you will find the label attached below the door lock post (striker)...

  • Page 176

    4-18 driving your vehicle 78j00-03e example 1 1273153 example 2 1273154 example 3 1273155 refer to your vehicle’s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle’s maximum vehicle capacity weight and seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and...

  • Page 177

    4-19 driving your vehicle 78j00-03e certification label 52d059 a vehicle specific certification/tire label is found on the rear edge of the driver’s door. The label shows the size of your original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle. This is c...

  • Page 178

    4-20 driving your vehicle 78j00-03e towing towing your vehicle consult your dealer or a professional tow- ing service if you need to have your dis- abled vehicle towed. If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind a motorhome), refer to “recreation...

  • Page 179

    4-21 driving your vehicle 78j00-03e the ground. It can be towed with car carrier equipment. Level control your vehicle may have this feature. This self-adjusting type of level control is fully automatic and will provide a better leveled riding position as well as better handling under a variety of p...

  • Page 180

    4-22 driving your vehicle 78j00-03e three important considerations have to do with weight: • weight of the trailer • weight of the trailer tongue • weight on your vehicle’s tires weight of the trailer how heavy can a trailer safely be? Your vehicle can tow up to 2,900 lbs (1300 kg) with up to five o...

  • Page 181

    4-23 driving your vehicle 78j00-03e • will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch? If you do, remember to seal the holes when you remove the hitch. If you do not seal them, deadly carbon monoxide (co) from your exhaust can get into your vehicle. Refer...

  • Page 182

    4-24 driving your vehicle 78j00-03e your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself. Before you start, ...

  • Page 183

    4-25 driving your vehicle 78j00-03e 4) reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your parking brake, and then shift to park (p). 5) release the regular brakes. When you are ready to leave after parking on a hill 1) apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you do the following: 1. Start y...

  • Page 184: Service and Appearance Care

    Service and appearance care 5 78j00-03e service and appearance care service ................................................................................. 5-1 fuel ....................................................................................... 5-2 checking things under the hood .............

  • Page 185

    5-1 service and appearance care 78j00-03e service your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer for all your ser- vice and parts needs. Accessories and modifications when you add non-suzuki accessories to your vehicle they can affect your v...

  • Page 186

    5-2 service and appearance care 78j00-03e fuel use of the recommended fuel is an impor- tant part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle. To help keep the engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle performance, we recommend the use of gasoline advertised as top tier detergent gasoline. Gasoline oc...

  • Page 187

    5-3 service and appearance care 78j00-03e some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane- enhancing additive called methylcyclopen- tadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (mmt); ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains mmt. We rec- ommend against t...

  • Page 188

    5-4 service and appearance care 78j00-03e be careful not to spill fuel. Do not top off or overfill the tank and wait a few seconds after you have finished pumping before removing the nozzle. Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible. Refer to “washing your vehicle” in this section. When r...

  • Page 189

    5-5 service and appearance care 78j00-03e checking things under the hood hood release to open the hood, do the following: 1617949 1) pull the handle with this symbol on it. It is located inside the vehicle, to the left of the steering column. 1733505 2) then go to the front of the vehicle and releas...

  • Page 190

    5-6 service and appearance care 78j00-03e engine compartment overview when you open the hood, here is what you will see: 1708418 a. Engine air cleaner/filter. Refer to “engine air cleaner/filter” in this section. B. Power steering fluid reservoir (out of view). Refer to “power steering fluid” in thi...

  • Page 191

    5-7 service and appearance care 78j00-03e engine oil checking engine oil it is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop. Refer to “e...

  • Page 192

    5-8 service and appearance care 78j00-03e what kind of engine oil to use recommended sae viscosity grade engine oils 1506679 look for two things: • gm6094m your vehicle’s engine requires oil meet- ing standard gm6094m. Look for and use only an oil that meets standard gm6094m. • sae 5w-30 as shown in...

  • Page 193

    5-9 service and appearance care 78j00-03e system to work properly, you must reset the system every time the oil is changed. When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished, it will indicate that an oil change is necessary. A change engine oil light and a change engine oil soon messa...

  • Page 194

    5-10 service and appearance care 78j00-03e to inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filter, do the following: 1) turn off the engine. 1733570 2) disconnect the air flow sensor electrical connector. 3) loosen the screws on the clamps hold- ing the air outlet duct in place. Do not pry the clamps o...

  • Page 195

    5-11 service and appearance care 78j00-03e fluids and lubricants” in “maintenance schedule” in the “maintenance schedule” section. Engine coolant the cooling system in your vehicle is filled with dex-cool ® engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehi- cle for five years or 150,00...

  • Page 196

    5-12 service and appearance care 78j00-03e if you have to add coolant more than four times a year, have your dealer check your cooling system. Checking coolant 1631523 the surge tank is located on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. Refer to “engine compartment overview” in this section for...

  • Page 197

    5-13 service and appearance care 78j00-03e if no steam is coming from your engine if you get an engine overheat warning, but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: • climb a long hill on a hot day. • stop after high-speed dri...

  • Page 198

    5-14 service and appearance care 78j00-03e c. Pressure cap if the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, do not do anything else until it cools down. The vehicle should be parked on a level surface. When the engine is cold, the coolant level should be at or above the cold fill line on ...

  • Page 199

    5-15 service and appearance care 78j00-03e when the coolant level in the coolant recovery tank is at the cold fill line, start the vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there is one more thing you can try. You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator, but be sure the system ...

  • Page 200

    5-16 service and appearance care 78j00-03e 6) reinstall the coolant recovery tank cap and the pressure cap. 7) if the coolant in the recovery tank is constantly low, you should have your dealership service department inspect the vehicle for leaks. Power steering fluid 812554 refer to “engine compart...

  • Page 201

    5-17 service and appearance care 78j00-03e brakes brake fluid 809919 your brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with dot-3 brake fluid. Refer to “engine compartment overview” in this section for the location of the reservoir. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir ...

  • Page 202

    5-18 service and appearance care 78j00-03e brake wear your vehicle has front and rear disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indica- tors that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehi...

  • Page 203

    5-19 service and appearance care 78j00-03e for battery replacement, see your dealer or the service manual. Vehicle storage if you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, remove the black, negative (–) cable from the battery. This will help keep your battery from running down. You mu...

  • Page 204

    5-20 service and appearance care 78j00-03e 3) turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or the accessory power outlets. Turn off the radio and all lamps that are not needed. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries. And it co...

  • Page 205

    5-21 service and appearance care 78j00-03e do not connect positive (+) to negative (–), or you will get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too. And do not connect the nega- tive (–) cable to the negative (–) termi- nal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks. 87191...

  • Page 206

    5-22 service and appearance care 78j00-03e to disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1) disconnect the black negative (–) cable from the vehicle that had the dead bat- tery. 2) disconnect the black negative (–) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 3) disconnect t...

  • Page 207

    5-23 service and appearance care 78j00-03e how to check lubricant awd differential case 1716440 a. Fill plug b. Drain plug to get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubri- cant. Add enough l...

  • Page 208

    5-24 service and appearance care 78j00-03e 1802297 2) remove the taillamp screw covers. 3) remove the taillamp screws. 4) pull the taillamp assembly towards you. 5) turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to disconnect it from the taillamp assembly. 6) pull the bulb out of the bulb socket. 7) push the...

  • Page 209

    5-25 service and appearance care 78j00-03e windshield wiper blade replacement windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking. Refer to “scheduled maintenance” in “mainte- nance schedule” in the “maintenance schedule” section for more information. Replacement blades come in differen...

  • Page 210

    5-26 service and appearance care 78j00-03e tires your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your suzuki warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the ...

  • Page 211

    5-27 service and appearance care 78j00-03e grade tires based on three perfor- mance factors: treadwear, traction, and temperature resistance. For more information refer to “uniform tire quality grading” in this section. G. Maximum cold inflation load limit: maximum load that can be carried and the m...

  • Page 212

    5-28 service and appearance care 78j00-03e c. Aspect ratio: a two-digit number that indicates the tire height-to-width measurements. For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is 60, as shown in item c of the illustration, it would mean that the tire’s sidewall is 60 percent as high as it is wide. D...

  • Page 213

    5-29 service and appearance care 78j00-03e driving, the road, and your vehicle” in the “driving your vehicle” section. Intended outboard sidewall: the side of an asymmetrical tire, that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle. Kilopascal (kpa): the metric unit for air pressure. Light truc...

  • Page 214

    5-30 service and appearance care 78j00-03e vehicle maximum load on the tire: load on an individual tire due to curb weight, accessory weight, occupant weight, and cargo weight. Vehicle placard: a label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle’s capacity weight and the original equipment...

  • Page 215

    5-31 service and appearance care 78j00-03e if you overfill the tire, release air by push- ing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve. Re-check the tire pressure with the tire gage. Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moist...

  • Page 216

    5-32 service and appearance care 78j00-03e allow the tpms to continue to function properly. When a low tire pressure condition is detected, the tpms will illuminate the low tire pressure warning symbol on the instru- ment panel cluster, and at the same time a message to check the pressure in a spe- ...

  • Page 217

    5-33 service and appearance care 78j00-03e the tpms system is ready for the sen- sor matching process to begin. 5) start with the driver side front tire. 6) remove the valve cap from the tire’s valve stem. Activate the tpms sensor by increasing or decreasing the tire’s air pressure for five seconds,...

  • Page 218

    5-34 service and appearance care 78j00-03e reset the tire pressure monitor system. Refer to “tpms sensor matching process” under “tire pressure monitor system” in this section. Make certain that all wheel nuts are prop- erly tightened. Refer to “wheel nut torque” under “capacities and specifica- tio...

  • Page 219

    5-35 service and appearance care 78j00-03e if you must replace your vehicle’s tires with those that do not have a tpc spec num- ber, make sure they are the same size, load range, speed rating, and construction type (radial and bias-belted tires) as your vehicle’s original tires. Vehicles that have a...

  • Page 220

    5-36 service and appearance care 78j00-03e deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space- saver, or temporary use spare tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), or, to some limited- production tires. While the tires available may vary with respect to these grades, they m...

  • Page 221

    5-37 service and appearance care 78j00-03e wheel replacement replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can so...

  • Page 222

    5-38 service and appearance care 78j00-03e if a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly. Steer to maintain lane position, and then gently brake to a stop well out of the tr...

  • Page 223

    5-39 service and appearance care 78j00-03e 1399885 2) remove the wing-bolt on the jack and then remove it. 3) remove the hook and loop fastener straps holding the bag containing the wheel wrench. Remove the wheel wrench from the bag. The following instructions explain how to remove the underbody-mou...

  • Page 224

    5-40 service and appearance care 78j00-03e removing the flat tire and installing the spare tire 809981 1) use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts. Do not remove them yet. 2) attach the wheel wrench to the jack bolt head and rotate the wheel wrench clockwise. That will raise the lift head a...

  • Page 225

    5-41 service and appearance care 78j00-03e 5) put the compact spare tire near the flat tire. 988777 6) raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the road tire to clear the ground. 806071 7) remove all of the wheel ...

  • Page 226

    5-42 service and appearance care 78j00-03e 811105 9) remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces, and spare wheel. 10)place the compact spare tire on the wheel-mounting surface. 11)reinstall the wheel nuts. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 1152288...

  • Page 227

    5-43 service and appearance care 78j00-03e secondary latch system your vehicle has an underbody mounted tire hoist assembly equipped with a sec- ondary latch system. It is designed to stop the compact spare tire from suddenly fall- ing off your vehicle if the cable holding the spare tire is damaged....

  • Page 228

    5-44 service and appearance care 78j00-03e 806548 8) grasp the spare tire with both hands and pull it out from under the vehicle. 9) reach under the vehicle and remove the wheel wrench and jack. 1613524 10)tilt the retainer and slip it through the wheel opening when the spare tire has been completel...

  • Page 229

    5-45 service and appearance care 78j00-03e follow this diagram to store the under- body-mounted spare tire. 1218662 a. Wheel wrench b. Hoist shaft c. Secondary retainer d. Spare tire (valve stem pointed down) 1) put the tire (d) on the ground at the rear of the vehicle. 2) ensure the valve stem is p...

  • Page 230

    5-46 service and appearance care 78j00-03e to store the tools, do the following: 1) place the wheel wrench into the bag. 2) use the hook and loop fastener straps to secure the bag to the fully collapsed jack. 1399885 3) install the jack in the right side panel of cargo area and secure with the wing ...

  • Page 231

    5-47 service and appearance care 78j00-03e 7) pull on the cable to make sure it is secure. 1829968 8) make sure the metal tube is center at the striker. Push the tube towards the front of the vehicle. 9) close the liftgate. 10)if your vehicle has third row seating, return the third row seat to their...

  • Page 232

    5-48 service and appearance care 78j00-03e appearance care cleaning the inside of your vehicle your vehicle’s interior will continue to look its best if it is cleaned often. Although not always visible, dust and dirt can accumu- late on your upholstery. Dirt can damage carpet, fabric, leather, and p...

  • Page 233

    5-49 service and appearance care 78j00-03e • for solid dry soils: remove as much as possible and then vacuum. To clean, use the following instructions: 1) saturate a lint-free, clean white cloth with water or club soda. 2) wring the cloth to remove excess mois- ture. 3) start on the outside edge of ...

  • Page 234

    5-50 service and appearance care 78j00-03e the best way to preserve the vehicle’s fin- ish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. Do not wash the vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Use a car washing soap. Do not use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Be sure to ri...

  • Page 235

    5-51 service and appearance care 78j00-03e clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of the vehicle. Do not use strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive pol- ishes, abrasive cleaners, cleaners...

  • Page 236

    5-52 service and appearance care 78j00-03e vehicle care/appearance materials vehicle identification vehicle identification number (vin) 1410338 this is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver side. You can see it if you ...

  • Page 237

    5-53 service and appearance care 78j00-03e service parts identification label this label is on the inside of the glove box. It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts. The label has the following informa- tion: • vehicle identification number (vin) • model designation • paint information • p...

  • Page 238

    5-54 service and appearance care 78j00-03e instrument panel fuse block the instrument panel fuse block is located on the passenger’s side of the center con- sole, to the left of the glove box near the floor. 1708445 remove the console cover to access the fuse block. 1808062 fuses usage 1 sunroof 2 r...

  • Page 239

    5-55 service and appearance care 78j00-03e engine compartment fuse block 1739443 the engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. Refer to “engine compartment overview” in this section for more information on loca- tion. Relays usage rap rly retained acces...

  • Page 240

    5-56 service and appearance care 78j00-03e fuses usage 18 even coils, injectors 19 odd coils, injectors 20 emission device 2 21 spare 22 powertrain control mod- ule, ignition 23 transmission 24 mass airflow sensor 25 airbag display 26 spare 27 stoplamp 28 passenger’s side low- beam 29 driver’s side ...

  • Page 241

    5-57 service and appearance care 78j00-03e capacities and specifications the following approximate capacities are given in english and metric conversions. Refer to “recommended fluids and lubricants” in “maintenance schedule” in the “maintenance schedule” section for more information. Engine specifi...

  • Page 242: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance schedule 6 78j00-03e maintenance schedule maintenance schedule ....................................................... 6-1 scheduled maintenance except canada ........................ 6-3 for canada scheduled maintenance .............................. 6-8 owner checks and services .........

  • Page 243

    6-1 maintenance schedule 78j00-03e maintenance schedule introduction important: keep engine oil at the proper level and change as recommended. Maintenance requirements your vehicle and the environment proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condi- tion, but als...

  • Page 244

    6-2 maintenance schedule 78j00-03e some maintenance services can be com- plex. So, unless you are technically quali- fied and have the necessary equipment, you should have your dealer do these jobs. When you go to your dealer for your ser- vice needs, you will know that trained and supported service...

  • Page 245

    6-3 maintenance schedule 78j00-03e scheduled maintenance except canada service instruction maintenance i maintenance ii change engine oil and filter. • change engine oil and filter if the light/message has not come on at all for one year. • refer to “engine oil” in “checking things under the hood” i...

  • Page 246

    6-4 maintenance schedule 78j00-03e service instruction maintenance i maintenance ii inspect engine air cleaner fil- ter. If necessary, replace filter. • refer to “engine air cleaner/filter” in “checking things under the hood” in the “service and appearance care” section. • if you drive regularly und...

  • Page 247

    6-5 maintenance schedule 78j00-03e service instruction maintenance i maintenance ii lubricate body components. • lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood latch assemblies, secondary latches, pivots, spring anchor and release pawl, hood and door hinges, rear folding seats, and liftgate hinges. • more f...

  • Page 248

    6-6 maintenance schedule 78j00-03e additional required services except canada the following services should be performed at the first maintenance service (i or ii) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Additional required services service instruction miles (kilometers) 25000 (4...

  • Page 249

    6-7 maintenance schedule 78j00-03e service instruction miles (kilometers) 25000 (40000) 50000 (80000) 75000 (120000) 100000 (160000) 125000 (200000) 150000 (240000) engine cooling system service (or every five years, whichever occurs first). An emission control ser- vice. • drain, flush, and refill ...

  • Page 250

    6-8 maintenance schedule 78j00-03e for canada scheduled maintenance service instruction maintenance change engine oil and filter. • change engine oil and filter if the light/message has not come on at all for 10 months. • refer to “engine oil” in “checking things under the hood” in the “service and ...

  • Page 251

    6-9 maintenance schedule 78j00-03e service instruction maintenance inspect engine air cleaner fil- ter. If necessary, replace filter. • refer to “engine air cleaner/filter” in “checking things under the hood” in the “service and appearance care” section. • if you drive regularly under dusty conditio...

  • Page 252

    6-10 maintenance schedule 78j00-03e service instruction maintenance lubricate body components. • lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood latch assemblies, secondary latches, pivots, spring anchor and release pawl, hood and door hinges, rear folding seats, and lift- gate hinges. • more frequent lubric...

  • Page 253

    6-11 maintenance schedule 78j00-03e additional required services (for canada) the following services should be performed at the first maintenance service after the indicated kilometers shown for each item. Additional required services service instruction kilometers 40000 80000 120000 160000 200000 2...

  • Page 254

    6-12 maintenance schedule 78j00-03e service instruction kilometers 40000 80000 120000 160000 200000 240000 engine cooling system service (or every five years, whichever occurs first). An emission control ser- vice. • drain, flush, and refill cooling system. • this service can be complex; you should ...

  • Page 255

    6-13 maintenance schedule 78j00-03e owner checks and services these owner checks and services should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability, and emission control performance of your vehicle. Your dealer can assist you with these checks and services. Be sure ...

  • Page 256

    6-14 maintenance schedule 78j00-03e at each fuel fill it is important to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill. Engine oil level check check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary. Refer to “engine oil” in “checking things under the hood” in the “service and appearance c...

  • Page 257

    6-15 maintenance schedule 78j00-03e automatic transaxle shift lock control system check 1) before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. 2) firmly apply the parking brake. Refer to “parking brake” in “starting and oper- ating your vehicle”...

  • Page 258

    6-16 maintenance schedule 78j00-03e recommended fluids and lubricants fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage fluid/lubricant engine oil engine oil which meets standard gm6094m and displays the american petroleum institute...

  • Page 259

    6-17 maintenance schedule 78j00-03e normal maintenance replacement parts replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Engine drive belt routing 3.6l v6 engine 1686383 part suzuki part no. Engine air cleaner/filter 13780–78j00 engine oil ...

  • Page 260

    6-18 maintenance schedule 78j00-03e maintenance record except canada after the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services per- formed in the boxes provided. Refer to “maintenance requirements” in this section. Any addition...

  • Page 261: Memo

    6-19 maintenance schedule 78j00-03e memo.

  • Page 262: General Information

    General information 7 78j00-03e general information identification numbers ....................................................... 7-1 safety certification label ................................................... 7-1 emission compliance label (for u.S.A.) ........................... 7-2 warranties ...

  • Page 263

    7-1 general information 78j00-03e identification numbers vehicle identification number 60g152 the vehicle identification number (vin) may be found in the location shown in the above illustrations. This number is used to register the vehicle. It is also used to assist your dealer when ordering parts ...

  • Page 264

    7-2 general information 78j00-03e emission compliance label (for u.S.A.) 60a412 the epa emission compliance label is located under the hood. It provides much of the information needed to perform an engine tune-up on your vehicle. Warranties the warranties covering your vehicle are explained in a sep...

  • Page 265

    7-3 general information 78j00-03e and may be used to improve crash performance of future vehicles and driving safety. Unlike the data record- ers on many airplanes, these on-board systems do not record sounds, such as conversation of vehicle occupants. To read this information, special equipment is ...

  • Page 266

    7-4 general information 78j00-03e to contact american suzuki, owners in the continental united states can call toll-free 1-800-934-0934, or write to: american suzuki motor corporation automotive customer relations 3251 east imperial highway brea, ca 92821-6795 for owners outside the continental unit...

  • Page 267: Memo

    7-5 general information 78j00-03e memo.

  • Page 268: Index

    8-1 index 8 8 78j00-03e index a accessories and modifications ..........................................5-1 accessory power outlet(s) .................................................3-10 adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle ..........5-1 adding equipment to your airbag-equipped vehicle ....

  • Page 269

    8-2 index 78j00-03e child restraints ...................................................................1-18 city driving ..........................................................................4-11 cleaning exterior lamps/lenses .......................................5-50 cleaning the inside of y...

  • Page 270

    8-3 index 78j00-03e fuses and circuit breakers ................................................5-53 g gasoline octane ..................................................................5-2 gasoline specifications ......................................................5-2 gate ajar light .................

  • Page 271

    8-4 index 78j00-03e n national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa) ................................................................................7-3 navigation/radio system ...................................................3-67 new vehicle break-in .........................................

  • Page 272

    8-5 index 78j00-03e s safety belt extender ............................................................1-18 safety belt pretensioners ...................................................1-18 safety belt reminder light .................................................3-16 safety belts : they are for e...

  • Page 273

    8-6 index 78j00-03e vehicle identification ...........................................................5-52 vehicle identification number ............................................7-1 vehicle identification number (vin) ...................................5-52 w warning lights, gages, and indicators...

  • Page 274: Owner’S Manual

    Part no. 99011-78j00-03e september, 2006 owner’s manual 99011-78j00-03e xl7 printed in u.S.A. See page 5-2 keep with vehicle at all times. Contains important information on safety, operation & maintenance. Service station information fuel recommendation: brake and clutch fluid: tire cold pressure: d...