Suzuki 2010 Kizashi Owner's Manual - page 310

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

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6) The handle of the CVT fluid dipstick is

colored red or orange for easy identifi-

cation. 

Remove the dipstick, clean it and push

it back in until the cap seats. Pull out

the dipstick and read the fluid level. 

The fluid level should be between the

two marks in the “HOT” range on the

dipstick.

7) Add just enough specified fluid through

the dipstick hole to fill the transaxle to

the proper level. It takes only 0.6 liters

(1.27 US pt) for CVT to raise the level

from “LOW” to “FULL”.

Deterioration Checking or Chang-

ing Fluid

Since special procedures, materials and

tools are required to check the deteriora-

tion of CVT fluid or change, it is recom-

mended that you trust this job to your

authorized SUZUKI dealer.

Brakes

Brake Fluid

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Check the brake fluid level by looking at

the reservoir in the engine compartment.

Check that the fluid level is between the

“MAX” and “MIN” lines. If the brake fluid

level is near the “MIN” line, fill it up to the

“MAX” line with SAE J1703 or DOT3 brake

fluid.

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CAUTION

After checking or adding oil, be sure

to insert the dipstick securely.

EXAMPLE

WARNING

Failure to follow the guidelines below

can result in personal injury or seri-

ous damage to the brake system.

• If the brake fluid in the reservoir

drops below a certain level, the

brake warning light on the instru-

ment panel will come on (the

engine must be running with the

parking brake fully disengaged.)

Should the light come on, immedi-

ately ask your SUZUKI dealer to

inspect the brake system.

• A rapid fluid loss indicates a leak in

the brake system which should be

inspected by your SUZUKI dealer

immediately.

• Brake fluid can harm your eyes and

damage painted surfaces. Use cau-

tion when refilling the reservoir.

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