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Suzuki 2010 SX4 Sedan Owner's Manual

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    80j23-03e this owner’s manual applies to the sx4 series: 80j2059 note: the illustrated models are examples of the sx4 series. © 2009 all rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, for any purpose, without the expr...

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    80j23-03e 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 to ...

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    80j23-03e 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: indic...

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    80j23-03e leak detection pump note: your vehicle has a pump to regularly check the vehicle’s evaporative emission control system for leaks. This check is performed approximately five hours after the engine is turned off. During this leak check, you may hear a sound coming from the vehicle for severa...

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    80j23-03e memo.

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    80j23-03e 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...

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    80j23-03e service station guide 1. Fuel (see section 1) 2. Engine hood (see section 5) 3. Tire changing tools (see section 8) 4. Engine oil dipstick (see section 7) 5. Cvt fluid dipstick (see section 7) 6. Engine coolant (see section 7) 7. Windshield washer fluid (see section 7) 8. Battery (see sect...

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    80j23-03e 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. Fuel recommendation 1 before dri...

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    Illustrated table of contents 80j23-03e exterior 1. Rear window wiper (if equipped) (p.2-80) 2. High-mount stop light (if equipped) (p.7-45) 3. Radio antenna (p.5-15) 4. Engine hood (p.5-44) 5. Head light (p2-75, p7-41) 6. Windshield wiper (p.2-78) 7. Roof rail (if equipped) (p.5-55) 8. Fuel filler ...

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    Illustrated table of contents 80j23-03e interior 1. Seat belts (p.2-28) 2. Side curtain air bags (if equipped) (p.2-50) 3. Interior light (p.5-45, 7-40) 4. Assist grip (if equipped) (p.5-48) 5. Power mirror control switch (if equipped) (p.2-20)/ power window controls (p.2-17) 6. Sun visor (p.5-45) 7...

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    Illustrated table of contents 80j23-03e instrument panel 1. Lighting control lever (p.2-75)/ turn signal control lever (p.2-77) 2. Shift paddles (if equipped) (p.3-14) 3. Front air bags (p.2-49) 4. Instrument cluster (p.2-59) 5. Windshield wiper and washer lever (p.2-78)/rear window wiper and washer...

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    Illustrated table of contents 80j23-03e tire changing tool 1. Jack handle (p.8-1) 2. Wheel brace (p.8-1) 3. Spare tire (p.7-31, 8-1) 4. Jack (p.8-1) 80jm121 1 2 2 1 sx4 sx4 sedan 3 4 4 3 example.

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    80j23-03e 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 be read, have it corrected by ...

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    Fuel recommendation 1 80j23-03e 65d394 fuel recommendation fuel recommendation ........................................................ 1-1.

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    1-1 fuel recommendation 80j23-03e fuel recommendation 60a004 your vehicle requires regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum rating of 87 pump octane ((r + m)/2 method). In some areas, the only fuels that are available are oxy- genated fuels. Oxygenated fuels which meet the mini- mum octane requireme...

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    Before driving 2 80j23-03e 60g404 before driving keys ...................................................................................... 2-1 door locks .......................................................................... 2-1 keyless start system remote controller/ keyless entry system tran...

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    2-1 before driving 80j23-03e keys 54g489 your vehicle comes with a pair of identical keys. Keep the spare key in a safe place. One key can open all of the locks on the vehicle. The key identification number is stamped on a metal tag provided with the keys. Keep the tag in a safe place. If you lose y...

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    2-2 before driving 80j23-03e power door locking system you can lock and unlock all the doors (including the tailgate of sx4) simulta- neously by: • turning the key in a front door lock, or • pushing the power door locking switch located on the driver’s side or the front passenger’s side door panel. ...

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    2-3 before driving 80j23-03e note: • if your vehicle is equipped with the key- less entry system, you can also lock or unlock all doors by operating the remote controller/transmitter. Refer to “keyless start system remote controller/key- less entry system transmitter” in this section. • if your vehi...

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    2-4 before driving 80j23-03e if you cannot unlatch the tailgate by push- ing the unlatch switch (1) due to a dis- charged battery or malfunction, follow the procedures below to unlatch the tailgate from inside the vehicle. 1) fold the rear seat forward for easier access. Refer to “folding rear seats...

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    2-5 before driving 80j23-03e 56kn010 if your vehicle is equipped with a trunk lid unlatch switch (1), push and hold the trunk lid unlatch switch (1) and lift the trunk lid to open the trunk lid. The trunk lid unlatch switch (1) operates when the keyless start system remote con- troller is within the...

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    2-6 before driving 80j23-03e keyless start system remote controller/keyless entry system transmitter 66j111 your vehicle is equipped with either a key- less start system remote controller (type a) or a keyless entry system transmitter (type b). The remote controller has a key- less entry system and ...

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    2-7 before driving 80j23-03e note: • the maximum operating distance of the remote controller is about 5 m (16 ft.), but this can vary depending on the sur- roundings, especially near other trans- mitting devices such as radio towers or cb (citizen’s band) radios. • the door locks cannot be operated ...

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    2-8 before driving 80j23-03e when the remote controller is within the operating range described in this section, you can lock or unlock the doors by push- ing the request switch (1) on the door han- dle of the driver’s door, front passenger’s door or tailgate of sx4. To lock all doors when all doors...

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    2-9 before driving 80j23-03e note: the keyless start system may not function correctly in certain environments or under certain operating conditions such as the following: • when there are strong signals coming from a television, power station or a cel- lular phone. • when the remote controller is i...

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    2-10 before driving 80j23-03e reminder function 80j2016 if the remote controller is not in the vehicle under the following conditions, a buzzer sounds intermittently for about 2 seconds and the keyless start system indicator light on the instrument cluster blinks in red: • when the vehicle speed is ...

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    2-11 before driving 80j23-03e 80j2076 (1) lithium disc type battery: cr2032 or equivalent 2) replace the battery (1) so its + terminal faces the bottom of the case as shown in the illustration. 3) close the remote controller firmly. 4) make sure the door locks can be oper- ated with the remote contr...

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    2-12 before driving 80j23-03e to program a new remote controller 1) close all the doors of the vehicle. 2) sit in the driver’s seat and confirm that the driver’s door is unlocked. 3) insert the key into the ignition switch. 4) complete steps 1 through 6 described below within 25 seconds after step 3...

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    2-13 before driving 80j23-03e to change the old remote controller codes in your vehicle’s memory if you have lost one of the remote control- lers, you should change the remote con- troller codes in your vehicle’s memory as soon as possible for security. To erase the remote controller code(s) in your...

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    2-14 before driving 80j23-03e the turn signal lights will flash once when the doors are locked. When the doors are unlocked: • the turn signal lights will flash twice. • if the interior light switch is in the “door” position, the interior light will turn on for about 15 seconds and then fade out. If...

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    2-15 before driving 80j23-03e 80j2077 (1) lithium disc type battery: cr2025 or equivalent 2) replace the battery (1) so its + terminal faces the “+” mark of the transmitter. 3) close the transmitter firmly. 4) make sure the door locks can be oper- ated with the transmitter. 5) dispose of the used ba...

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    2-16 before driving 80j23-03e 52d212 6) press the “unlock” button (2) on the transmitter one time within 20 seconds (after step 5). All the doors will lock/ unlock to confirm that the procedure has been completed and the transmitter has been programmed. 7) if you want to program an additional transm...

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    2-17 before driving 80j23-03e theft deterrent light 80jm022 this light will blink with the ignition switch in the “off” or “acc” position. The blink- ing light is intended to deter theft by lead- ing others to believe that the vehicle is equipped with a security system. Windows power window controls...

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    2-18 before driving 80j23-03e 81a009 to open a window, push the top part of the switch and to close a window lift up the top part of the switch. The driver’s window has an auto-down fea- ture for added convenience (at toll booths or drive-through restaurants, for example). This means you can open th...

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    2-19 before driving 80j23-03e 52lm012 note: the rear door windows are not designed to open fully. They can be opened about 2/3 of the way down. Note: if you drive with one of the rear windows open, you may hear a loud sound caused by air vibration. To reduce the sound, open the driver’s or front pas...

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    2-20 before driving 80j23-03e outside rearview mirrors 79j033 adjust the outside rearview mirrors so you can just see the side of your vehicle in the mirrors. The passenger’s side mirror is a convex (curved surface) mirror. Objects seen in this mirror will look smaller and appear far- ther away than...

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    2-21 before driving 80j23-03e front seats seat adjustment adjusting seat position 80jm023 the adjustment lever for each front seat is located under the front of the seat. To adjust the seat position, pull up on the adjustment lever and slide the seat forward or rearward. After adjustment, try to mov...

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    2-22 before driving 80j23-03e adjusting seatbacks 80jm025 to adjust the seatback angle of front seats, pull up the lever on the outboard side of the seat, move the seatback to the desired position, and release the lever to lock the seatback in place. After adjustment, try moving the seatback to make...

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    2-23 before driving 80j23-03e 80j2012 (1) head restraint (2) bars (3) release knob to raise the head restraint, pull upward on the restraint until it clicks. To lower the restraint, push down on the restraint while holding in the release knob (3). If a head restraint must be removed (for cleaning, r...

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    2-24 before driving 80j23-03e 86g064 rear seats head restraints head restraints are designed to help reduce the risk of neck injuries in the case of an accident. Warning improperly using the seat heater can be hazardous. An occupant can suf- fer burns even if the heating tempera- ture is fairly low,...

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    2-25 before driving 80j23-03e note: it may be necessary to fold forward the seatback to provide enough overhead clearance to remove the head restraint. Adjust the head restraint to the position which places the center of the head restraint closest to the top of your ears. If this is not possible for...

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    2-26 before driving 80j23-03e folding rear seats the rear seats of your vehicle can be folded forward to provide additional cargo space. To fold the rear seats forward: sx4 80jm026 sx4 sedan 80jc086 1) hook the webbing of the outboard lap- shoulder belts in the belt hangers. 2) lower the adjustable ...

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    2-27 before driving 80j23-03e 3) for sx4, pull the release lever on the top of each split seat, and fold the seat- backs forward. For sx4 sedan, push the release but- ton on the top of each split seat, and fold the seatbacks forward. To return the seat to the normal position, follow the procedure be...

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    2-28 before driving 80j23-03e seat belts and child restraint systems 65d231 65d606 warning do not put your hand into the rear seatback lock opening, or your finger may get caught and be injured. Caution after securing the rear seatback, make sure that it is locked securely. If it is not, red will ap...

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    2-29 before driving 80j23-03e 65d201 65d199 warning (continued) • seat belts should never be worn with the straps twisted and should be adjusted as tightly as is com- fortable to provide the protection for which they have been designed. A slack belt will provide less pro- tection than one which is s...

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    2-30 before driving 80j23-03e lap-shoulder belt emergency locking retractor (elr) the seat belt has an emergency locking retractor (elr), which is designed to lock the seat belt only during a sudden stop or impact. It also may lock if you pull the belt across your body very quickly. If this hap- pen...

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    2-31 before driving 80j23-03e to reduce the risk of sliding under the belt during a collision, position the lap portion of the belt across your lap as low on your hips as possible and adjust it to a snug fit by pulling the shoulder portion of the belt upward through the latch plate. The length of th...

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    2-32 before driving 80j23-03e 60a039 to unfasten the belt, push the red “press” button on the buckle and allow the belt to retract. Seat belt reminder driver’s seat belt reminder light 80j2017 front passenger’s seat belt reminder light 80j2018 when the driver and front passenger don’t buckle their s...

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    2-33 before driving 80j23-03e flow chart 52d219 reminder 1 – 3 for each reminder 1 – 3, the reminder light comes on for about 20 seconds, then blinks for about 55 seconds. When the reminder light first comes on, a buzzer sounds intermittently for about 6 seconds. Ignition switch “on” seat belt is bu...

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    2-34 before driving 80j23-03e front passenger’s seat belt reminder the front passenger’s seat belt reminder will activate only when there is a passen- ger sitting in the front seat. In some situa- tions, however, such as when you place heavy objects in the front seat, the seat belt reminder can be a...

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    2-35 before driving 80j23-03e seat belt inspection 65d209s periodically inspect the seat belts to make sure they work properly and are not dam- aged. Check the webbing, buckles, latch plates, retractors, anchorages and guide loops. Replace any seat belts which do not work properly or are damaged. Ca...

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    2-36 before driving 80j23-03e child restraint systems 60g332 infant restraint - rear seat only 65d202 infant restraint - rear seat only 80jc007 booster seat 80jc008 suzuki highly recommends that you use a child restraint system to restrain infants and small children. Many different types of child re...

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    2-37 before driving 80j23-03e 65d607 65d608 65d609 warning do not install a rear-facing child restraint in the front passenger’s seat. If the passenger’s air bag inflates, a child in a rear-facing child restraint could be killed or seriously injured. The back of a rear-facing child restraint would b...

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    2-38 before driving 80j23-03e installation with lap-shoulder seat belts (child restraint with no top strap) a-elr type belt 83e031 install your child restraint system accord- ing to the instructions provided by the child restraint system manufacturer. If you install the child restraint system in the...

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    2-39 before driving 80j23-03e a-elr type belt 83e036 3) make sure that the retractor has con- verted to the alr mode by trying to pull webbing out of the retractor. If the retractor is in the alr mode, the belt will be locked. A-elr type belt 65d234 a-elr type belt 65d235 4) try moving the child res...

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    2-40 before driving 80j23-03e to revert from alr to elr 65d267 when you unbuckle the seat belt and allow it to retract to a certain length, the retractor will automatically revert back to the normal elr mode. Installation with the latch system 65d337 80jm080 your vehicle is equipped with lower ancho...

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    2-41 before driving 80j23-03e sx4 sedan 80jc028 for sx4 sedan, the covers marked with the child restraint symbol as shown in the illustration indicate the presence of lower anchors. Remove the covers before install- ing the child restraint system. Cover the lower anchors when not in use. Install the...

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    2-42 before driving 80j23-03e 65d341 4) return the seatback to the normal, upright position. Tighten the lower straps as described in the child restraint owner’s manual. Attach the top tether strap, if applicable. 65d342 5) make sure the child restraint is securely fastened by trying to move the chi...

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    2-43 before driving 80j23-03e 54g183 3) use your hands to carefully align the connecting bar tips with the anchors. Take care not to pinch your fingers. 54g184 4) push the child restraint toward the anchors so that the connecting bar tips are partially hooked to the anchors. Use your hands to confir...

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    2-44 before driving 80j23-03e installation of child restraint with top strap sx4 80js072 sx4 sedan 80jc102 some child restraint systems require the use of a top strap. Top strap anchor brack- ets are provided in your vehicle at the loca- tions shown in the illustrations. Install the child restraint ...

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    2-45 before driving 80j23-03e 5) when routing the top strap, be sure to pass the top strap as shown in the illus- tration. For sx4 sedan, if the top strap cannot be properly tightened when passed under the head restraint as shown in the type 1 and type 2 illustra- tions, pass the top strap over the ...

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    2-46 before driving 80j23-03e seat belt pretensioner system (for front seat belt only) 52d011 your vehicle is equipped with a seat belt pretensioner system at the front seating positions. You can use the pretensioner seat belts in the same manner as ordinary seat belts. The seat belt pretensioner sy...

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    2-47 before driving 80j23-03e the driver and all passengers must be properly restrained by wearing seat belts at all times, whether or not a pretensioner is equipped at their seating position, to help minimize the risk of severe injury or death in the event of a crash. Sit fully back in the seat; si...

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    2-48 before driving 80j23-03e 80j2085 1 7 2 10 9 9 6 3 11 12 4 14 11 5 3 8 8 example 80j2086 your vehicle is equipped with a supple- mental restraint system consisting of the following components in addition to a lap- shoulder belt at each front seating position. 1. Driver’s front air bag 2. Front p...

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    2-49 before driving 80j23-03e 63j030 if the air bag light on the instrument clus- ter does not blink or come on when the ignition switch is first turned to the “on” position, or the air bag light stays on, or comes on while driving, the air bag system (or the seat belt pretensioner system) may not w...

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    2-50 before driving 80j23-03e front air bags will not inflate 65d236 front air bags will probably not inflate 65d237 front air bags are not designed to inflate in rear impacts, side impacts, rollovers or minor frontal collisions, since they would offer no protection in those types of acci- dents. Re...

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    2-51 before driving 80j23-03e 80j2078 side air bags are located in the part of the front seatbacks closest to the doors. The words “srs airbag” are indicated on the tag to identify the location of the side air bags. 80jm146 side curtain air bags are located in the roof lining. The words “srs airbag”...

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    2-52 before driving 80j23-03e side air bags and side curtain air bags will not inflate 54g027 side air bags and side curtain air bags will probably not inflate 54g028 side air bags and side curtain air bags are not designed to inflate in frontal or rear col- lisions, rollovers or minor side collisio...

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    2-53 before driving 80j23-03e driver’s seat position sensor the driver’s seat is equipped with a seat position sensor to monitor the driver seat fore/aft position. The seat position sensor provides information which is used to judge if the driver’s front air bag should deploy at reduced power or at ...

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    2-54 before driving 80j23-03e when the ignition switch is turned to the “on” position, the “pass air bag off” indicator comes on for several seconds to let you know the system is working. When the front passenger sensing system has turned off the front passenger’s front air bag including the seat be...

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    2-55 before driving 80j23-03e the front passenger sensing system is designed to enable the front passenger’s front air bag when the system senses a properly-seated adult in the front passen- ger’s seat. When the passenger sensing system has allowed the air bag to be enabled, the “pass air bag off” i...

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    2-56 before driving 80j23-03e how the system works in a frontal collision, the crash sensors will detect rapid deceleration and send a signal to the controller. If the controller judges that the deceleration represents a severe frontal crash, the controller will trigger the inflators. The controller...

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    2-57 before driving 80j23-03e 65d610 54g582 note that even though your vehicle may be moderately damaged in a collision, the col- lision may not have been severe enough to trigger the front, side, or side curtain air bags to inflate. If your car sustains any front-end or side damage, have the air ba...

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    2-58 before driving 80j23-03e servicing the air bag system if the air bags inflate, have the air bags and related components replaced by an autho- rized suzuki dealer as soon as possible. If your vehicle ever gets in deep water and the driver’s floor is submerged, the air bag controller could be dam...

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    2-59 before driving 80j23-03e instrument cluster 1. Speedometer 2. Tachometer 3. Fuel gauge 4. Temperature gauge 5. Information display 6. Trip meter selector knob 7. Indicator selector knob 8. Warning and indicator lights 80j2020 5 7 8 8 6 1 2 3 8 4 example.

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    2-60 before driving 80j23-03e warning and indicator lights low tire pressure warning light 52d305 as an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) that uses a low tire pressure warning light to inform you when one or more of your tires is signi...

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    2-61 before driving 80j23-03e refer to “tire pressure monitoring system” in the “operating your vehicle” sec- tion for additional details on the tire pres- sure monitoring system. Refer to “tires” in the “inspection and maintenance” section for information on maintaining proper tire pressure. Brake ...

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    2-62 before driving 80j23-03e 1) pull off the road and stop carefully. 2) test the brakes by carefully starting and stopping on the shoulder of the road. 3) if you determine that it is safe, drive cautiously at low speed to the nearest dealer for repairs, or 4) have the vehicle towed to the nearest ...

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    2-63 before driving 80j23-03e note: when you disconnect and re-connect the battery, esp ® system functions other than abs will be deactivated and the slip indica- tor light will blink 1 time per second. For details on how to reactive the esp ® sys- tems, refer to “slip indicator light” in the “opera...

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    2-64 before driving 80j23-03e oil pressure light 50g051 this light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “on” position, and goes out when the engine is started. The light will come on and remain on if there is insufficient oil pressure. If the light comes on when driving, pull off the r...

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    2-65 before driving 80j23-03e air bag light 63j030 this light monitors inflators, crash sensors, seat belt pretensioners, the front passen- ger sensing system, and corresponding electrical circuits. This light blinks or comes on for several seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the “on” posi...

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    2-66 before driving 80j23-03e low fuel warning light 54g343 if this light comes on, fill the fuel tank immediately. When this light comes on, a ding sounds once to remind you to fill the fuel. If you do not fill the fuel, a ding sounds every time when the ignition switch is turned to “on”. Note: the...

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    2-67 before driving 80j23-03e illumination indicator light 64j045 this indicator light comes on while the position lights, tail light and/or the head- lights are on. Turn signal indicators 50g055 when you turn on the left or right turn sig- nals, the corresponding green arrow on the instrument panel...

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    2-68 before driving 80j23-03e intelligent all wheel drive (i-awd) lock indicator light (if equipped) 79j100 when the ignition switch is turned to the “on” position, this light comes on briefly so you can check that the light is working. The light comes on when the 2wd/i-awd switch is changed to the ...

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    2-69 before driving 80j23-03e tachometer 80jm101 the tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute. Fuel gauge 80jm102 when the ignition switch is in the “on” position, this gauge gives an approximate indication of the amount of fuel in the fuel tank. “f” stands for full and “e” stands...

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    2-70 before driving 80j23-03e temperature gauge 80jm103 when the ignition switch is in the “on” position, this gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature. Under normal driving conditions, the indicator should stay within the normal, acceptable temperature range between “h” and “c”. If the indica...

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    2-71 before driving 80j23-03e you can turn off or on the indication of instantaneous fuel consumption according to the following instruction. 80j2027 1) change the display (b) to the driving range by pushing the indicator selector knob (2). 80j2028 2) while pushing and holding the trip meter selecto...

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    2-72 before driving 80j23-03e (a) trip meter a (b) trip meter b (c) average fuel consumption (d) driving range (e) thermometer note: • indications will change when you push and release a knob. • the display shows estimated values. Indications may not be the same as actual values. Trip meter the trip...

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    2-73 before driving 80j23-03e thermometer the thermometer indicates the outside temperature. 80j2030 if the outside temperature nears freezing, the mark (f) will appear on the display. Note: • the outside temperature indication is not the actual outside temperature when driving at low speed, or when...

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    2-74 before driving 80j23-03e odometer / illumination control setting when the ignition switch is in the “on” position, the display (d) shows the odome- ter. If you turn the indicator selector knob (2) clockwise or counterclockwise, the display will change to the illumination control set- ting. Odom...

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    2-75 before driving 80j23-03e note: • if you push the indicator selector knob or do not turn the knob for more than 5 sec- onds while activating the illumination control, the illumination control will be canceled automatically and the display (d) will show the odometer indication. • you can change t...

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    2-76 before driving 80j23-03e lighting operation 63j308 to turn the lights on or off, twist the knob on the end of the lever. There are three positions: off (1) all lights are off. (2) front position lights, tail lights, license plate light and instrument lights are on, but headlights are off. (3) f...

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    2-77 before driving 80j23-03e front fog light switch (if equipped) 64j058 the front fog light comes on when the fog light switch is pushed in with the headlights are on and the beams set to the low beam position. Turn signal control lever 65d611 turn signal operation with the ignition switch in the ...

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    2-78 before driving 80j23-03e lane change signal 63j311 some times, such as when changing lanes, the steering wheel is not turned far enough to cancel the turn signal. For con- venience, you can flash the turn signal by moving the lever part way and holding it there. The lever will return to its nor...

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    2-79 before driving 80j23-03e windshield wipers 63j301 to turn the windshield wipers on, move the lever down to one of the three operating positions. In the “int” position (if equipped), the wipers operate intermit- tently. The “int” position is very convenient for driving in mist or light rain. In ...

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    2-80 before driving 80j23-03e rear window wiper/washer switch (if equipped) 63j304 to turn the rear wiper on, twist the rear wiper switch on the end of the lever for- ward to the “on” position. If your vehicle is equipped the “int” position, the rear wiper operates intermittently when you twist the ...

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    2-81 before driving 80j23-03e tilt steering lock lever (if equipped) 63j026 the lock lever is located under the steering column. To adjust the steering wheel height: 1) pull up the lock lever to unlock the steering column. 2) adjust the steering wheel to the desired height and lock the steering colu...

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    2-82 before driving 80j23-03e when the rear window is misted, push this switch (1) to clear the window. 80jc040 if the outside rearview mirror has the mark (2), it is also equipped with the heated out- side rearview mirrors. When you push the switch (1), both the heated outside rear- view mirrors an...

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    2-83 before driving 80j23-03e memo.

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    Operating your vehicle 3 80j23-03e 60g408 operating your vehicle exhaust gas warning ......................................................... 3-1 daily inspection checklist .................................................. 3-1 ignition switch ..........................................................

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    3-1 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e exhaust gas warning 52d334 daily inspection checklist before driving 1) make sure that windows, mirrors, lights and reflectors are clean and unob- structed. 2) visually check the tires for the following points: – the depth of the tread groove – abnormal wear, cra...

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    3-2 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e 12)check all gauges. 13)make sure that the brake light turns off when the parking brake is released. Once a week, or each time you fill your fuel tank, perform the following under-hood checks: 1) engine oil level 2) coolant level 3) brake fluid level 4) power ste...

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    3-3 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e vehicle without keyless start system 60b041 the ignition switch has the following four positions: lock this is the normal parking position. It is the only position in which the key can be removed. Manual transaxle 60a055 • manual transaxle vehicles you must push ...

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    3-4 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e vehicle with keyless start system 56kn076 the ignition switch can be operated with- out using an ignition key when the remote controller is in an area of the vehicle other than the rear luggage area. To turn the ignition switch, first push in the switch. • manual...

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    3-5 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e if you leave any of the doors open with the ignition switch in the “acc” position for a while (and no key inserted), the engine may not start when you turn the ignition switch to “start”. If the engine does not start, close all doors completely or turn the igniti...

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    3-6 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e 81a297s parking brake lever 52d122 (1) to set (2) to release (3) to release the parking brake lever is located between the seats. To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down and pull the parking brake lever all the way up. To release the parking brake, ho...

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    3-7 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e for cvt vehicles, always set the parking brake before moving the gearshift lever to the “p” (park) position. If you park on an incline and shift into “p” before you set the parking brake, the weight of the vehicle may make it difficult to shift out of “p” when yo...

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    3-8 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e clutch pedal (1) (for manual transaxle) the clutch pedal is used to disengage the drive to the wheels when starting the engine, stopping or shifting the gearshift lever. Depressing the pedal disengages the clutch. Brake pedal (2) your suzuki vehicle is equipped w...

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    3-9 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e starting a cold engine with your foot off the accelerator pedal, crank the engine by turning the ignition key to “start”. Release the key when the engine starts. If the engine does not start after 15 sec- onds of cranking, wait about 15 seconds, then press down t...

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    3-10 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e 3) close the engine hood securely before starting the engine. Using the transaxle manual transaxle 80j2081 starting off to start off, depress the clutch pedal all the way to the floor and shift into 1st gear. After releasing the parking brake, gradually release ...

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    3-11 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e continuously variable transaxle (cvt) 80j2065 gearshift lever 80j2035 warning • reduce your speed and downshift to a lower gear before going down a long or steep hill. Downshifting will allow the engine to provide braking. Avoid riding the brakes or they may ove...

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    3-12 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e the gearshift lever has a lock mechanism to help prevent accidental shifting. To shift the gearshift lever: 80j2036 note: • always shift the gearshift lever without pushing in the lock button (1) except when you shift from “p” to “r”, from “n” to “r” or from “r”...

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    3-13 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e d (drive) use this position for all normal driving. With the gearshift lever in “d” range you can get an automatic downshift by press- ing the accelerator pedal. The higher the vehicle speed is, the more you need to press the accelerator pedal to get a down- shi...

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    3-14 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e note: when you shift gears, the gear may not shift to the desired position. This is to maintain good drivability and to protect the transaxle. Using the gearshift lever 80j2039 (1) “+” side (shift up) (2) “–” side (shift down) to shift up, pull the gearshift lev...

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    3-15 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e canceling the manual mode to cancel the manual mode, shift the gear- shift lever from “m” to “d”. Temporary manual mode pull the shift paddle (if equipped) toward you when driving with the gearshift lever in the “d” position. The information display shows the ma...

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    3-16 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e using the 2wd/i-awd (intelligent all wheel drive) switch (if equipped) 80j009 this i-awd system enables you to select the driving mode according to the driving conditions by operating the 2wd/i-awd switch. With this feature, you can select 3 mode positions, “2wd...

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    3-17 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e from i-awd auto to i-awd lock push the “i-awd lock” switch for a few seconds until the “i-awd lock” indicator will come on. 79j100 from i-awd lock to i-awd auto push the “i-awd lock” switch, and the “i- awd auto” indicator will come on. From i-awd auto or lock t...

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    3-18 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e cruise control (if equipped) 79jm005 the cruise control system allows you to maintain a steady speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. The controls for operating the cruise control system are on the steering wheel. You can use the cruise contro...

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    3-19 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e to set cruising speed 1) turn on the cruise control system by pushing the “cruise” switch (1). When the “cruise” indicator light comes on, you can set cruising speed. 2) accelerate or decelerate to the desired speed. 3) push the “set/coast” switch (3) and turn o...

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    3-20 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e to change cruising speed using the accelerator pedal to reset at a faster cruising speed, acceler- ate to the desired speed using the acceler- ator pedal and push the “set/coast” switch (3). The new speed will be main- tained. Using the brake pedal to reset at a...

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    3-21 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e power-assisted brakes your vehicle has power-assisted brakes. If power assistance is lost due to a stalled engine or other failures, the system is still fully operational on reserve power and you can bring the vehicle to a complete stop by pressing the brake ped...

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    3-22 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e 65d451 (1) abs warning light type 1 (2) abs warning light type 2 (3) brake system warning light warning • on some types of loose surfaces (such as gravel, snow-covered roads, etc.), the stopping distance required for an abs-equipped vehi- cle may be slightly gre...

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    3-23 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e how the abs works a computer continuously monitors wheel speed. The computer compares the changes in wheel speed when braking. If the wheels slow suddenly, indicating a skidding situation, the computer will change braking pressure several times each second to pr...

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    3-24 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e the esp ® has the following three systems: stability control system the vehicle stability control system helps provide integrated control of systems such as anti-lock brakes, traction control, engine control, etc. This system automatically controls the brakes an...

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    3-25 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e the esp ® indicator lights are described below: slip indicator light 52km133 when one of the esp ® systems other than abs is activated, the slip indicator light in the instrument cluster blinks 5 times per second. Note: when the slip indicator light comes on and...

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    3-26 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e “esp off” switch 62j142 when the “esp off” switch located at the center console is pushed and held to turn off the esp ® systems (other than abs), the “esp off” indicator light in the instru- ment cluster comes on. When you have turned the esp ® systems (other t...

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    3-27 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e warning (continued) driving on a significantly under- inflated tire causes the tire to over- heat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel effi- ciency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. Please...

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    3-28 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e the low tire pressure warning light can come on due to normal causes such as natural air leaks and pressure changes caused by changes in temperature or atmospheric pressure. Adjusting the air pressure in the tires to the pressure shown on the tire information pl...

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    3-29 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e when you turn off the engine, however, the malfunction indicator resets. It takes about ten minutes after restarting the engine for the malfunction to be detected again and for the light to start flashing. Tpms limitations the tire pressure monitoring system may...

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    3-30 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e for vehicles sold in u.S.A. This device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) this device may not cause harmful interference. 2) this device must accept any interfer- ence received, including interferenc...

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    3-31 operating your vehicle 80j23-03e memo.

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    Driving tips 4 80j23-03e 60g409 driving tips break-in ................................................................................ 4-1 catalytic converter ............................................................. 4-1 improving fuel economy ................................................... ...

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    4-1 driving tips 80j23-03e 52d078s break-in catalytic converter 68km085 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 by federal law, because lead deact...

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    4-2 driving tips 80j23-03e 54g584s improving fuel economy the following instructions will help you improve fuel economy. Avoid excessive idling if you are to wait for more than a minute while you are parked, stop the engine and start it again later. When warming up a cold engine, allow the engine to...

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    4-3 driving tips 80j23-03e 60a183s keep the air cleaner clean if the air cleaner is clogged with dust, there will be greater intake resistance, resulting in decreased power output and increased fuel consumption. Keep weight to a minimum the heavier the load, the more fuel the vehicle consumes. Take ...

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    4-4 driving tips 80j23-03e driving on slippery roads 60g089s under wet road conditions you should drive at a lower speed than on dry roads due to possible slippage of tires during braking. When driving on icy, snow-cov- ered, or muddy roads, reduce your speed and avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt br...

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    4-5 driving tips 80j23-03e tire chains tire chains should only be used if they are needed to increase traction or are required by law. Make sure that the chains you use are small-link chains or cable-type chains and are the correct size for your vehicle’s tires. Also make sure that there is enough c...

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    4-6 driving tips 80j23-03e warning in addition to following the driving tips in this section, it is important to observe the following precautions. • make sure your tires are in good condition and always maintain the specified tire pressure. Refer to “tires” in the “inspection and maintenance” secti...

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    4-7 driving tips 80j23-03e memo warning and indicator lights: 8 a/t selector position indicator: 8 speedometer/odometer/trip meter: 8.

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    Other controls and equipment 5 80j23-03e 60g407 other controls and equipment heating and air conditioning system ............................... 5-1 radio antenna ..................................................................... 5-15 audio systems ...................................................

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    5-1 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e heating and air conditioning system there are three types of heating and air conditioning systems as follows: • heating system • manual heating and air conditioning system • automatic heating and air conditioning system (climate control) air outlet 80jm044 ...

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    5-2 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e side outlet 63j045 when “open”, air comes out regardless of the air flow selector position. Heating system description of controls 63j193 temperature selector (1) this is used to select the temperature by turning the selector. Blower speed selector (2) this...

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    5-3 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e bi-level (b) 79j066 temperature-controlled air comes out of the floor outlets and cooler air comes out of the center and side outlets. When the temperature selector (1) is in the fully cold position or fully hot position, how- ever, the air from the floor o...

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    5-4 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e system operating instructions natural ventilation select “ventilation” and “fresh air”, the temperature selector to the desired temperature position, and the blower speed selector to “off”. Fresh air will flow through the vehicle during driving. Forced vent...

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    5-5 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e manual heating and air conditioning system description of controls 80jc042 temperature selector (1) this is used to select the temperature by turning the selector. Blower speed selector (2) this is used to turn on the blower and to select blower speed by tu...

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    5-6 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e heat (c) 79j067 temperature-controlled air comes out of the floor outlets and the side outlets, also comes out of the windshield defroster out- lets and also comes slightly out of the side defroster outlets. Heat & defrost (d) 79j068 temperature-controlled ...

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    5-7 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e air conditioning switch (5) to turn on the air conditioning system, push in the “a/c” switch and set the blower speed selector to a position other than “off”. With this “a/c” switch operation, a indicator light will come on when the air conditioning system ...

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    5-8 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e quick cooling (using recirculated air) the control settings are the same as for normal cooling except you select “recir- culated air” and the highest blower speed. Note: • if you select “recirculated air” for an extended period of time, the air in the vehic...

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    5-9 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e automatic heating and air conditioning system (climate control) description of controls 80j2042 (1) (9) (2) (7) (3) (5) (4) (6) (8) (1) temperature selector (2) blower speed selector (3) air intake selector (4) air flow selector (5) defrost switch (6) “off”...

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    5-10 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e temperature selector (1) 80j2043 turn the temperature selector (1) to adjust the temperature. Air conditioning switch (7) the air conditioning switch (7) is used to turn on and off the air conditioning system. To turn on the air conditioning system, push i...

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    5-11 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e “fresh air” and “recirculated air” are selected alternately each time the air intake selector is pushed. Note: if you select “recirculated air” for an extended period of time, the air in the vehi- cle can become contaminated. Therefore, you should occasion...

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    5-12 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e heat (e) 79j067 temperature-controlled air comes out of the floor outlets and the side outlets, a small amount of air comes out of the wind- shield defroster outlets and also comes slightly out of the side defroster outlets. Heat & defrost (f) 79j068 tempe...

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    5-13 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e defrost 80jm051 temperature-controlled air comes out of the windshield defroster outlets, the side defroster outlets and the side outlets. Note: when the defrost switch (5) is pushed to turn on the defroster, the air conditioning system will come on and th...

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    5-14 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e 80jm127 be careful not to cover the interior temper- ature sensor (10) located between the steering wheel and the climate control panel, or the solar sensor (11) located at the top of the driver’s side dashboard. These sensors are used by the automatic sys...

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    5-15 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e radio antenna sx4 63j055 the radio antenna on the roof is remov- able. To remove the antenna, turn it coun- terclockwise. To reinstall the antenna, turn it clockwise firmly by hand. Sx4 sedan the radio antenna wire is printed inside the rear window. Audio ...

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    5-16 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e type 2 80j060 am/fm/xm 6-cd player with cd changer control precautions • when the inside of the car is very cold and the player is used soon after switch- ing on the heater, moisture may form on the disc or the optical parts of the player and proper playba...

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    5-17 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e 52d347 to remove fingermarks and dust, use a soft cloth, and wipe in a straight line from the center of the compact disc to the cir- cumference. 52d277 new discs may have some roughness around the edges. The unit may not work or the sound may skip if such ...

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    5-18 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e basic operations 80j061 (1) (2) (3) (4) (1) (2) (3) (4) type 1 am/fm/xm cd player with cd changer control type 2 am/fm/xm 6-cd player with cd changer control (1) power on/off knob volume control knob (2) tone/balance/fader control knob (3) preset button 5 ...

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    5-19 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e turning power on/off press the power on/off knob (1). The unit starts in the function mode it was in when the power was turned off last. Adjusting the volume turn the volume control knob (1). Turning it clockwise increases the volume; turning it counterclo...

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    5-20 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e listening to the radio 80j062 (1) (4) (6) (2) (3) (5) (5) (1) (4) (6) (2) (3) type 1 am/fm/xm cd player with cd changer control type 2 am/fm/xm 6-cd player with cd changer control display 66j097 (1) band switch button (fm/am) (2) seek up button (3) seek do...

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    5-21 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e selecting the reception band press the band switch button (1). Each time the button is pressed, the recep- tion band is switched as follows: 66j098 seek tuning press the seek up button (2) or the seek down button (3). The unit stops searching for a station...

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    5-22 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e listening to a cd 52d274 • cds or cd-roms carrying no mark (a) cannot be used. • some discs previously recorded in cd- r\cd-rw format may not be used. 52d291 • a cd is inserted with its label facing upward. • when there is a cd already loaded in the unit, ...

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    5-23 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e type 1 am/fm/xm cd player with cd changer control (built in cd player) 80j063 (3) (6) (4) (2) (1) (5) display 66j100 (1) cd insertion slot (2) cd eject button (3) disc button (cd/aux) (4) track up button/fast forward button (5) track down button/rewind but...

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    5-24 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e note: about single cds (8 cm cds) • no adapter is required to play a single cd. • a single cd is inserted from the center of the cd insertion slot. • since an ejected single cd is not auto- matically reloaded, be sure to remove the ejected single cd. Loadi...

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    5-25 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e type 2 am/fm/xm 6-cd player with cd changer control (built-in cd changer) 66j064 (2) (5) (1) (8) (6) (4) (3) (7) display 66j102 (1) load button (load) (2) disc select buttons (1 to 6) (3) cd insertion slot (4) cd eject button (5) disc button (cd/aux) (6) t...

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    5-26 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e note: about single cds (8 cm cds) • since the unit is not compatible with a single cd, do not load it into the unit. • keep in mind the fact that a single cd cannot be played even using a single cd adaptor for the unit. • when a single cd is loaded into th...

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    5-27 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e ejecting all the cds press the cd eject button (4) for 2 seconds or longer. All the cds will be ejected from the unit in a sequential manner. • please prepare a location where removed cds can be stored. • if you leave the ejected cd without removing it, it...

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    5-28 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e listening to an mp3/wma disc 80j065 (1) (2) (3) (4) (1) (3) (4) (5) (2) (5) type 1 am/fm/xm cd player with cd changer control type 2 am/fm/xm 6-cd player with cd changer control display (type 1) 66j104 display (type 2) 66j105 (1) sound control knob (2) rep...

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    5-29 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e what is mp3/wma? Mp3 (mpeg1/2 audio layer-iii) and wma (windows media tm audio) are the com- pression formats of digital audio. The former is developed by mpeg (motion pic- ture experts group), and the latter is developed by microsoft corporation. Using th...

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    5-30 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e • maximum number of files in one folder: 255 • maximum depth of trees: 8 • maximum number of folders: 255 (root folder is included.) mp3/wma mode selecting a folder turn the sound control knob (1) to select a folder. Repeat play press the repeat button (2)...

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    5-31 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e listening to a xm satellite radio (option) 80j066 (5) (2) (8) (6) (3) (4) (7) (1) (5) (2) (8) (6) (3) (4) (7) (1) type 1 am/fm/xm cd player with cd changer control type 2 am/fm/xm 6-cd player with cd changer control display 66j107 (1) xm button (2) categor...

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    5-32 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e xm mode selecting a band press the xm button (1). Each time the button is pressed, the band changes in the following order. 66j129 selecting a category press the seek up button (3) or the seek down button (4). The category is changed. Turning the category ...

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    5-33 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e listening to audio for aux (option) 80j067 (1) (1) type 1 am/fm/xm cd player with cd changer control type 2 am/fm/xm 6-cd player with cd changer control display 66j221 (1) aux button (cd/aux) (a) mode indicator aux function this system has an external inpu...

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    5-34 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e listening to a cd from an external cd changer (option) 80j068 (6) (5) (1) (3) (4) (1) (2) (2) (6) (5) (3) (4) type 1 am/fm/xm cd player with cd changer control type 2 am/fm/xm 6-cd player with cd changer control display 66j113 (1) disc button (cd/aux) (2) ...

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    5-35 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e selecting a cd changer mode press the disc button (1). Each time the button is pressed, the selected cd plays as follows: 52d300 • when only one cd changer is con- nected to this unit, cd changer 2 is skipped. • when no cd is loaded in the built-in cd play...

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    5-36 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e repeat play press the repeat button (5). Each time the button is pressed, repeat play mode changes as follows: 66j144 note: this operation should be performed within 2 seconds. To cancel repeat play, press the repeat but- ton (5) several times to change th...

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    5-37 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e remote audio controls (if equipped) 80jc099 you can control basic functions of the audio system with the switches on the steering wheel. To control the volume: • to increase the volume, push the upper part of the switch (1). The volume contin- ues to incre...

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    5-38 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e anti-theft feature 80j069 (1) (2) (3) (1) (2) (3) type 1 am/fm/xm cd player with cd changer control type 2 am/fm/xm 6-cd player with cd changer control (1) power on/off knob (2) track up button/fast forward button (3) preset buttons (1 to 6) the anti-theft...

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    5-39 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e setting the anti-theft function 1) turn off the power by pressing the power on/off knob (1). 66j118 2) press the power on/off knob (1) while pressing and holding the track up but- ton (2). The “entry 0000” will blink and the audio system enter pin-input mo...

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    5-40 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e 66j124 3) input your pin. The power of the audio system will turn off and your pin will be deleted. To change your pin, first delete your current pin, then set a new one. Confirming your personal identifi- cation number (pin) when the main power source is ...

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    5-41 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e troubleshooting applicable to every device radio cd phenomenon cause remedy power is not turned on. (no sound is produced) fuse is blown. Contact your authorized suzuki dealer. Connections are not properly made. Contact your authorized suzuki dealer. Pheno...

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    5-42 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e error display this unit has a number of self-diagnostic functions to protect the system. If a problem should occur, the display shows the type of error. Refer to the table below and take proper measures to correct the problem. If the problem is corrected, ...

  • Page 184

    5-43 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e fuel filler cap sx4 80jc060 79j049 sx4 sedan 56kn029 56kn030 the fuel filler cap is located on the left rear side of the vehicle. The fuel filler door can be unlocked by pulling up the opener lever located on the outboard side of the driver’s seat and can ...

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    5-44 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e 56kn078 note: the cap holder (1) can hold the fuel filler cap (2) when refueling. To reinstall the fuel filler cap: 1) turn the cap clockwise until you hear several clicks. 2) close the fuel filler door. Engine hood 79j077 to open the engine hood: 1) pull ...

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    5-45 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e 80js024 3) continue to lift up the hood until it is high enough to support with the prop rod. To close the engine hood: 1) lift the hood up slightly and remove the prop rod from the hole. Put the prop rod back to the holding clip. 2) lower the hood close t...

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    5-46 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e 79j075 note: the number of doors involved in the light- ing operation of the interior light depends on the vehicle specification. If there is a switch (rubber projection) at the door opening as shown, the door is involved in the lighting operation. The tai...

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    5-47 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e spot light 79j074 push the switch to turn on the light and push it again to turn off the light. Accessory socket (if equipped) 80j2046 the accessory socket will work when the ignition switch is in the “acc” or “on” posi- tion. This socket can be used to pr...

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    5-48 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e ashtray (if equipped) 79j047 you can fit the ashtray into any of the cup holders on the center console. Assist grips (if equipped) 54g249 assist grips are provided for convenience. Caution to avoid damage to the cigarette lighter socket, do not use it as a...

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    5-49 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e glove box 79j120 to open the glove box, pull the latch lever. To close it, push the lid until it latches securely. Cup holder and storage area (if equipped) 80j046 79j052 cup holders are provided in the center console. Bottle holder front 80jm055 warning n...

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    5-50 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e rear 80jm143 you should hold a bottle with a cap in the holder. Luggage compartment pocket (sx4) 80jm124 to open the lid, slide the lever (1) and pull the lid. 80jm108 the lid can be installed on the back of the luggage compartment board. Front seat back p...

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    5-51 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e armrest (if equipped) 80j2068 to use the armrest, pivot it down from the stowed (fully up) position. When not in use, return the armrest to the stowed position. Shopping hook (if equipped) luggage compartment 80jm058 you can hang the shopping bag or other ...

  • Page 193

    5-52 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e luggage compartment cover (if equipped) 80j049 80jm128 luggage or other cargo placed in the lug- gage compartment can be hidden from view by a luggage compartment cover. Warning failure to take the following precau- tions may result in the driver’s side fl...

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    5-53 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e luggage compartment board (if equipped) 80jm059 your vehicle is equipped with the luggage compartment board in the luggage com- partment. You can place luggage or other cargos on the board or under the board. You can also place tall luggage by stowing the ...

  • Page 195

    5-54 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e to re-install the luggage board to the normal position: 80jm144 place the strikers of the luggage board to the latches on the side and tail end of orig- inal position. To install the luggage board on the floor of the luggage compartment: 80jm129 1) unfold ...

  • Page 196

    5-55 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e roof rails or roof rack anchors (if equipped) roof rails 79j167 roof rack anchors 80j082 you can use the roof rails or the roof rack anchors to attach the optional roof rack which is available at your suzuki dealer. If you use a roof rack, observe the inst...

  • Page 197

    5-56 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e frame hooks sx4 front (1) 80j2049 sx4 sedan front (1) 80j2050 front bumper cover (if equipped) 80jm111 to use the frame hook: 1) insert a flat blade screwdriver into the hole (b) and remove the clips (a) by twist the driver as shown in the illustra- tion. ...

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    5-57 other controls and equipment 80j23-03e sx4 rear (2) 80jc061 sx4 sedan rear (2) 56kn033 side (3) 80jc062 79j132 frame hooks are provided on the front (1), rear (2) and side (3) of the vehicle. The hooks (1) and (2) are used for emergency situations. The hooks (3) are used for trailer/train shipp...

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    Vehicle loading and towing 6 80j23-03e 54g215 vehicle loading and towing vehicle loading ................................................................... 6-1 trailer towing ...................................................................... 6-2 towing your vehicle (recreational towing) ..........

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    6-1 vehicle loading and towing 80j23-03e vehicle loading 80js025 your vehicle was designed for specific weight capacities. The weight capacities of your vehicle are indicated by the gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr), the gross axle weight rating (gawr, front and rear) and the vehicle capacity weigh...

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    6-2 vehicle loading and towing 80j23-03e trailer towing 54g639 do not use your vehicle to tow a trailer. The vehicle is not designed or intended for such use. Towing a trailer can adversely affect handling, durability and fuel econ- omy. Towing your vehicle (recreational towing) your vehicle may be ...

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    6-3 vehicle loading and towing 80j23-03e 80j2052 towing method a from the front: front wheels on a dolly and rear wheels on the ground a: 2wd (except 2wd mode of i-awd) vehicles with manual trans- axle or cvt 1) secure the front wheels on a towing dolly according to the instructions pro- vided by th...

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    6-4 vehicle loading and towing 80j23-03e 80j2079 towing method b from the front: four wheels on the ground b: 2wd or i-awd (including 2wd mode) vehicles with manual transaxle 1) shift the manual transaxle lever into neutral. 2) turn the ignition key to the “acc” posi- tion to unlock the steering whe...

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    6-5 vehicle loading and towing 80j23-03e memo using the transaxle: 10

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    Inspection and maintenance 7 80j23-03e 60g410 inspection and maintenance maintenance schedule ....................................................... 7-2 periodic maintenance schedule ........................................ 7-3 maintenance recommended under severe driving conditions ..................

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    7-1 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e 60a187s warning you should take extreme care when working on your vehicle to prevent accidental injury. Here are a few pre- cautions that you should be espe- cially careful to observe: • to prevent damage or unintended inflation of the air bag system, be sure...

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    7-2 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e notice (for u.S.A.) maintenance, replacement or repair of the emission control devices and sys- tems may be performed by any automo- bile repair establishment or individual using any part which has been certified under the provisions in the clean air act sec....

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    7-3 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e periodic maintenance schedule r: replace or change i : inspect, clean, adjust, lubricate or replace as necessary #1: be sure to perform the engine coolant level check under the daily inspection in “operating your vehicle” section. If you replace the engine co...

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    7-4 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e r: replace or change i : inspect, clean, adjust, lubricate or replace as necessary #1: be sure to perform the engine coolant level check under the daily inspection in “operating your vehicle” section. If you replace the engine coolant other than the suzuki ll...

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    7-5 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e r: replace or change i : inspect, clean, adjust, lubricate or replace as necessary interval: this interval should be judged by odometer reading or months, whichever comes first. Miles (x 1000) 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75 km (x 1000) 12.5 25 37.5 50...

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    7-6 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e r: replace or change i : inspect, clean, adjust, lubricate or replace as necessary note: this table shows the service schedule up to 250000 km (150000 miles). Beyond 250000 km (150000 miles), perform the same services at the same intervals shown in the chart....

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    7-7 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e maintenance recommended under severe driving conditions follow this schedule if your car is mainly operated under one or more of the following conditions: • when most trips are less than 6 kilometers (4 miles) • when most trips are less than 16 kilometers (10...

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    7-8 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e r: replace or change i : inspect, clean, adjust, lubricate or replace as necessary #1: be sure to perform the engine coolant level check under the daily inspection in “operating your vehicle” section. If you replace the engine coolant other than the suzuki ll...

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    7-9 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e r: replace or change i : inspect, clean, adjust, lubricate or replace as necessary interval: this interval should be judged by odometer reading or months, whichever comes first. Miles (x 1000) 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 33 36 39 km (x 1000) 5 10 15 20 25 30 3...

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    7-10 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e r: replace or change i : inspect, clean, adjust, lubricate or replace as necessary note: this table shows the service schedule up to 125000 km (75000 miles). Beyond 125000 km (75000 miles), perform the same services at the same intervals shown in the chart. ...

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    7-11 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e drive belt check the accessory drive belt only for damage. You do not need check it for ten- sion as it has an automatic tensioner. If you need to replace or adjust the belt have it done by your suzuki dealer. 80j2055 engine oil and filter specified oil 80jc...

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    7-12 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e 52d084 the handle of the engine oil dipstick is col- ored yellow for easy identification. Pull out the oil dipstick, wipe oil off with a clean cloth, insert the dipstick all the way into the engine, then remove it again. The oil on the stick should be betwee...

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    7-13 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e 4) reinstall the drain plug and gasket. Tighten the plug with a wrench to the specified torque. Replace the oil filter 60a198 1) remove the engine under cover. 2) using an oil filter wrench, turn the oil fil- ter counterclockwise and remove it. 3) using a cl...

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    7-14 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e note: when it is difficult to remove the oil filter, we recommend you take your vehicle to your suzuki dealer for oil filter replace- ment. Refill with oil and check for leaks 1) pour oil through the filler hole and install the filler cap. For the approximat...

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    7-15 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e failure to use the proper coolant can dam- age your cooling system. Your authorized suzuki dealer can help you select the proper coolant. Coolant level check check the engine coolant level at the reserve tank, not at the radiator. With the engine cool, the e...

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    7-16 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e coolant replacement since special procedures are required, we recommend you take your vehicle to your suzuki dealer for coolant replacement. Air cleaner 80j2056 if the air cleaner is clogged with dust, there will be greater intake resistance, resulting in de...

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    7-17 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e 80j2070 2) disconnect the coupler (4) while push- ing the release lever, 3) remove the bolt, and 4) pull the ignition coil out. 80g093 (4) example caution • when servicing the iridium/plati- num spark plugs (slender center electrode type plugs), do not touch...

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    7-18 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e gear oil specified gear oil when replacing gear oil, use gear oil with the appropriate viscosity and grade as shown in the charts below. We highly recommend you use: “suzuki gear oil 75w-80” for manual transaxle gear oil manual transaxle (api gl-4) 80j2087 w...

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    7-19 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e rear differential (i-awd) 80j015 (1) oil filler and level plug tightening torque gear oil level check the manual transaxle, transfer gears (i- awd cvt) and rear differential (i-awd) are lubricated with gear oil. To check the gear oil level in any of the abov...

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    7-20 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e continuously variable transaxle (cvt) fluid specified fluid use a cvt fluid suzuki cvt fluid green-1 or shell green-1v. Fluid level check you must check the fluid level with the cvt fluid at normal operating temperature. To check the fluid level: 1) to warm ...

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    7-21 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e 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...

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    7-22 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e note: with disc brakes, the fluid level can be expected to gradually fall as the brake pads wear. Brake pedal 65d345 with the engine running and the parking brake set, measure the distance between the brake pedal and floor carpet when the pedal is depressed ...

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    7-23 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e parking brake lever 60a226 check the parking brake for proper adjust- ment by counting the number of clicks made by the ratchet teeth as you slowly pull up on the parking brake lever to the point of full engagement. The parking brake lever should stop betwee...

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    7-24 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e power steering (if equipped) 54g225 (1) upper (2) lower check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or damage. Power steering fluid check the fluid level by looking at the res- ervoir in the engine compartment when the fluid is cold...

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    7-25 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e f. Load rating load rating is the maximum weight a tire is designed to sup- port in normal service. G. Max inflation pressure max inflation pressure is the max- imum inflation pressure a tire is designed for. H. Tire ply material these tire markings describe...

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    7-26 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e d. Construction code this letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire. The letter “r” means radial ply tire construction, the letter “d” means diagonal or bias ply con- struction, and the letter “b” means belted-bias ply construc...

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    7-27 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e note: the tire inflation pressure will change due to changes in atmospheric pres- sure, temperature or tire temperature when driving. To reduce the chance that the low tire pressure warning light will come on due to normal changes in tem- perature and atmosp...

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    7-28 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e tire inspection inspect your vehicle’s tires at least once a month by performing the fol- lowing checks: 1) measure the air pressure with a tire gauge. Adjust the pressure if nec- essary. Remember to check the spare tire, too. Refer to the “mea- suring air p...

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    7-29 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e uniform tire quality grading the u.S. National highway traffic safety administration has developed a grading system for evaluating the per- formance of passenger car tires. The following information will help you understand the grading system, which applies ...

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    7-30 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e temperature – a, b, c the temperature grades are a (the highest), b and c, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled condi- tions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. S...

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    7-31 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e compact spare tire (if equipped) 54g115 (1) wear indicator (2) indicator location mark your vehicle comes equipped with the compact spare tire. The compact spare is designed to save space in your storage area, and its lighter weight makes it easier to instal...

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    7-32 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e snow tires your vehicle is equipped with all-sea- son tires which are designed for use in summer and most winter conditions. For improved traction in severe winter conditions, suzuki recommends mounting radial snow tires on all four wheels. Snow tires must b...

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    7-33 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e vehicle capacity weight – the rated cargo and luggage load plus 68 kilo- grams (150 lbs) times the vehicle’s designated seating capacity. Vehicle maximum load on the tire – the load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle its sh...

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    7-34 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e trailer). Contact your dealer for further information. Actual weight of the loaded vehicle and actual loads at the front and rear axles can only be determined by weighing the vehicle using a vehicle scale. To measure the weight and load, try making your vehi...

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    7-35 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e vehicle loading example as an example, suppose that the tire and loading information label on your vehicle indicates that your vehicle’s total load capacity is 950 lbs. If you were to drive your vehicle with one passenger, and the total combined weight of yo...

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    7-36 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e your vehicle is equipped with a battery that requires infrequent maintenance. You will never have to add water. You should, how- ever, periodically check the battery, battery terminals and battery hold-down bracket for corrosion. Remove corrosion using a sti...

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    7-37 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e the main fuse, primary fuses and some of the individual fuses are located in the engine compartment. If the main fuse blows, no electrical component will func- tion. If a primary fuse blows, no electrical component in the corresponding load group will functi...

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    7-38 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e fuses under the dash board 79j093 sx4 80j053 sx4 sedan 80jc003 (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (8) (9) (10) (11) (12) (13) (14) (15) (16) (18) (17) (19) (20) (21) (22) (23) (7) main fuse / primary fuse (1) 15a rear wiper (2) 15a ignition coil (3) 10a back-up light (...

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    7-39 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e the fuses are also located under the driver’s side of the dashboard. Remove the fuse box cover by pulling it off. The amper- age of each fuse is shown on the top of the fuse box cover. 65d046 headlight aiming since special procedures are required, we recomme...

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    7-40 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e bulb replacement note: if it is difficult to replace headlight bulbs or position light bulbs due to under-hood components trust this job to your dealer. Center interior light (if equipped) 60g115 pull down the lens by using a flat blade screwdriver covered w...

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    7-41 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e headlights 80j2084 open the engine food. Disconnect the cou- pler (1). Then remove the socket cover (2) and replace the bulb. Install a new bulb in the reverse order of removal. Other general lights bulb holder 54g123 (1) removal (2) installation to remove a...

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    7-42 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e front turn signal light (1) front position light (2) 80jm123 front fog light (if equipped) 1) start the engine. Turn the steering wheel to the opposite side of the replac- ing fog light to replace the bulb easily. Then turn off the engine. 80jm114 2) insert ...

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    7-43 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e sx4 80jm116 4) open the fender cover. Disconnect the coupler by pushing the lock release. Pinch both side of the clips (4) and (5), and push them in. 80jm117 5) remove the front fog light. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and remove it. Sx4 sedan 80jm07...

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    7-44 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e to open the trim (1), insert a flat blade screwdriver between the trim and the clips (2) and remove the clips by twist the driver as shown in the illustration. 80jm073 license plate light sx4 80jm079 sx4 sedan 80jm074 to open the trim (1), insert a flat blad...

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    7-45 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e luggage compartment light (sx4) 79j015 trunk room light (sx4 sedan) 56kn004 high-mount stop light (if equipped) sx4 80j100 to remove a high-mounted stop light hous- ing the following procedure: 1) open the tailgate, and remove the nuts (1) as shown in the il...

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    7-46 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e 80jm076 3) pushing the unguiform prongs (3) toward inside and remove the bulb holder (4). 4) replace the bulbs. To install a high-mounted stop light housing in the reverse order of removal. Sx4 sedan 80jm132 to remove the high-mounted stop light housing, pin...

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    7-47 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e for windshield wipers and some rear wipers: 70g119 1) hold the wiper arm away from the win- dow. Note: when raising both of the front wiper arms, pull the driver’s side wiper arm up first. When returning the wiper arms, lower the passenger’s side wiper arm f...

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    7-48 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e 52d124 (3) retainer 4) if the new blade is provided without the two metal retainers, move them from the old blade to the new one. Installation 52d125 (4) locked end 5) install the new blade in the reverse order of removal, with the locked end positioned towa...

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    7-49 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e 3) when reinstalling wiper frame to arm, install the wiper frame in the reverse order of removal. To remove and install some types of rear wiper blade from and to the wiper frame. Removal 52d104 1) flex the locked end of blade (3) away from retainer (4) to u...

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    7-50 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e windshield washer fluid 80jm078 80j008 check that there is washer fluid in the tank by looking at the washer fluid level gauge which is attached to the cap of the washer fluid tank. If the fluid level is near “e” mark, refill it. Use a good quality windshiel...

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    7-51 inspection and maintenance 80j23-03e memo.

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    Emergency service 8 80j23-03e 60g411 emergency service tire changing tool ............................................................. 8-1 jacking instructions ........................................................... 8-2 changing wheels ..............................................................

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    8-1 emergency service 80j23-03e tire changing tool sx4 80jc014 sx4 sedan 80jc045 the jack, wheel brace, jack handle are stowed in the luggage compartment. 80j048 to remove the spare tire, turn its bolt (1) counterclockwise and remove it. 79j085 to remove the jack, turn its shaft counter- clockwise a...

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    8-2 emergency service 80j23-03e jacking instructions 75f062 1) place the vehicle on level, hard ground. 2) set the parking brake firmly and shift into “p” (park) if your vehicle has a cvt, or shift into “r” (reverse) if your vehicle has a manual transaxle. 3) turn on the hazard warning flasher if yo...

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    8-3 emergency service 80j23-03e 80j085 6) position the jack at an angle as shown in the illustration and raise the jack by turning the jack handle clockwise until the jack-head groove fits around the jacking bar beneath the vehicle body. 7) continue to raise the jack slowly and smoothly until the ti...

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    8-4 emergency service 80j23-03e changing wheels to change a wheel, use the following pro- cedure: 1) remove the jack, tools and spare wheel from the vehicle. 2) loosen, but do not remove the wheel nuts. 3) jack up the vehicle (follow the jacking instructions in this section). 4) remove the wheel nut...

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    8-5 emergency service 80j23-03e jump starting instructions when jump starting your vehicle, use the following procedure: 60a269 1) use only a 12-volt battery to jump start your vehicle. Position the good 12-volt battery close to your vehicle so that the jumper cables will reach both batteries. When ...

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    8-6 emergency service 80j23-03e 4) if the booster battery you are using is installed on another vehicle, start the engine of the vehicle with the booster battery. Run the engine at moderate speed. 5) start the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery. 6) remove the jumper cables in the exac...

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    8-7 emergency service 80j23-03e if the engine is flooded if the engine is flooded with gasoline, it may be hard to start. If this happens, press the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it there while cranking the engine. (do not operate the starter motor for more than 15 seconds). If...

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    8-8 emergency service 80j23-03e 65d614 warning • it is hazardous to remove the radia- tor cap when the water temperature is high, because scalding fluid and steam may be blown out under pressure. The cap should only be taken off when the coolant temper- ature has lowered. • to prevent personal injur...

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    8-9 emergency service 80j23-03e memo.

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    Appearance care 9 80j23-03e 60g412 appearance care corrosion prevention ......................................................... 9-1 vehicle cleaning ................................................................. 9-3.

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    9-1 appearance care 80j23-03e corrosion prevention it is important to take good care of your vehicle to protect it from corrosion. Listed below are instructions for how to maintain your vehicle to prevent corrosion. Please read and follow these instructions carefully. Important information about cor...

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    9-2 appearance care 80j23-03e keep passenger and cargo compart- ments clean moisture, dirt or mud can accumulate under the floor mats and may cause corro- sion. Occasionally, check under these mats to ensure that this area is clean and dry. More frequent checks are necessary if the vehicle is used o...

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    9-3 appearance care 80j23-03e vehicle cleaning 76g044s cleaning interior vinyl upholstery prepare a solution of soap or mild deter- gent mixed with warm water. Apply the solution to the vinyl with a sponge or soft cloth and let it soak for a few minutes to loosen dirt. Rub the surface with a clean, ...

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    9-4 appearance care 80j23-03e washing when washing the vehicle, follow the instructions below: 1) flush the underside of body and wheel housings with pressurized water to remove mud and debris. Use plenty of water. 2) rinse the body to loosen the dirt. Remove dirt and mud from the body exterior with...

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    9-5 appearance care 80j23-03e waxing 60b211s after washing the vehicle, waxing and pol- ishing are recommended to further protect and beautify the paint. • only use waxes and polishes of good quality. • when using waxes and polishes, observe the precautions specified by the manufacturers. Maintenanc...

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    General information 10 80j23-03e 54g072 general information identification numbers ....................................................... 10-1 safety certification label ................................................... 10-2 emission compliance label (for u.S.A.) ........................... 10-2 ...

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    10-1 general information 80j23-03e identification numbers vehicle identification number 80jc090 79j019 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 orderi...

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    10-2 general information 80j23-03e safety certification label 52d059 this label contains important safety- related information about your vehicle. The label is located on the driver’s door lock pil- lar. Emission compliance label (for u.S.A.) 60a412 the epa emission compliance label is located under...

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    10-3 general information 80j23-03e on-board vehicle computers and event data recorders your vehicle is equipped with on-board computer systems which monitor and control several aspects of vehicle per- formance, including the following: • emission-related components and engine parameters such as engi...

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    10-4 general information 80j23-03e reporting safety defects if you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa) in addition to notifying american suzuki motor ...

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    10-5 general information 80j23-03e memo jump starting instructions: 7 towing a disabled vehicle: 6.

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    11-1 fuses and protected circuits 80j23-03e 11 fuses and protected circuits 80j101 color/size (amps) protected circuit in engine compartment main fuse box (1) black (80) all electric load (2) red (50) power window, ignition, wiper, starter (3) red (50) tail light, rear defogger, door lock, hazard/ho...

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    11-2 fuses and protected circuits 80j23-03e 80j101 color/size (amps) protected circuit in engine compartment main fuse box (11) pink (30) radiator fan fuse (12) pink (30) abs solenoid fuse (13) pink (30) starting motor fuse (14) red (50) ignition switch fuse (15) pink (30) blower fan fuse (16) yello...

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    11-3 fuses and protected circuits 80j23-03e 80j101 color/size (amps) protected circuit in engine compartment main fuse box (21) – air compressor relay (22) – fuel pump relay (23) – condensor fan relay (24) – front fog light relay (25) – throttle motor relay (26) – fi main relay (27) – starting motor...

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    11-4 fuses and protected circuits 80j23-03e sx4 80j053 color/size (amps) fuse name protected circuit under the dashboard fuse box (1) blue (15) rr wip rear wiper (2) blue (15) ig coil ignition coil (3) red (10) back back-up light (4) red (10) mtr meter (5) blue (15) acc accessory (6) blue (15) acc2 ...

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    11-5 fuses and protected circuits 80j23-03e 80j053 color/size (amps) fuse name protected circuit under the dashboard fuse box (12) blue (15) 4wd 4wd (13) red (10) stop stop light (14) yellow (20) d/l door lock (15) red (10) rr fog rear fog light (16) red (10) st sig st sig (17) blue (15) s/h seat he...

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    11-6 fuses and protected circuits 80j23-03e sx4 sedan 80jc003 color/size (amps) fuse name protected circuit under the dashboard fuse box (1) blue (15) rr wip rear wiper (2) blue (15) ig coil ignition coil (3) red (10) back back-up light (4) red (10) mtr meter (5) blue (15) acc accessory (6) blue (15...

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    11-7 fuses and protected circuits 80j23-03e 80jc003 color/size (amps) fuse name protected circuit under the dashboard fuse box (13) red (10) stop stop light (14) yellow (20) d/l door lock (15) red (10) rr fog rear fog light (16) red (10) st sig st sig (17) blue (15) s/h seat heater (18) red (10) ig2...

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    11-8 fuses and protected circuits 80j23-03e memo.

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    12-1 specifications 80j23-03e 12 specifications note: specifications are subject to change with- out notice. M/t: manual transaxle cvt: continuously variable transaxle 2wd: 2-wheel drive i-awd: intelligent all wheel drive item: dimensions unit: mm (in.) sx4 sx4 sedan overall length 4115 – 4135 (162....

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    12-2 specifications 80j23-03e item: engine type j20b (16v dohc) number of cylinders 4 bore 84.0 mm (3.31 in.) stroke 90.0 mm (3.54 in.) piston displacement 1995 cm 3 (1995cc, 121.7 cu.In) compression ratio 10.2 : 1 item: electrical ignition timing 3° – 17° b.T.D.C. At idle speed standard spark plug ...

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    12-3 specifications 80j23-03e item: light wattage bulb no. Headlight 12v 65/55w hb5 front fog light 12v 55w h11 front turn signal light 12v 21w wy21w rear turn signal light 12v 21w wy21w position light 12v 5w 168 brake/tail light 12v 21/5w w21/5w license plate light 12v 5w w5w reversing light 12v 21...

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    12-4 specifications 80j23-03e item: wheel tire size, front and rear sx4 p195/65r15, p205/60r16, p205/50r17 sx4 sedan p195/65r15, p205/50r17 tire pressure for the specified tire pressure, see the tire information label located on the driver’s door lock pillar. Item: steering toe in 1.0 ± 1.0 mm (0.03...

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    13-1 index 13 80j23-03e index symbols “cruise” indicator light.................................................... 2-66 “esp off” indicator light ......................................... 2-63, 3-25 “esp” (electronic stability program) warning light ....... 2-63 “esp” warning light.....................

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    13-2 index 80j23-03e drive belt .............................................................................. 7-11 driver’s seat belt reminder light...................................... 2-64 driving on hills ...................................................................... 4-3 driving on slip...

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    13-3 index 80j23-03e if your vehicle gets stuck .................................................... 4-4 ignition key reminder........................................................... 2-1 ignition switch ....................................................................... 3-2 illumination contr...

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    13-4 index 80j23-03e periodic maintenance schedule........................................... 7-3 power door locking system ................................................ 2-2 power mirror control........................................................... 2-20 power steering...........................

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    13-5 index 80j23-03e towing a disabled vehicle.................................................... 8-6 towing your vehicle (recreational towing) ......................... 6-2 traction control system ..................................................... 3-24 trailer towing ..............................

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    13-6 index 80j23-03e memo.

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    80j23-03e prepared by june, 2009 part no. 99011-80j23-03e printed in japan tp294.