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MAINTENANCE SERVICE RECORD

WARRANTY AND EMISSION WARRANTY POLICY

BEFORE DRIVING

STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS

INSTRUMENT PANEL

OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

DRIVING TIPS

VEHICLE LOADING

INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

EMERGENCY SERVICE

BODY WORK CARE

GENERAL INFORMATION

SUPPLEMENTARY FOR AMBULANCE (EECO CARE)

FOR VEHICLE FITTED WITH CNG FUEL SYSTEM

SPECIFICATIONS

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FOREWORD

`̀̀̀̀ WARNING

CAUTION

This manual is an essential part of your vehicleand should be kept with the vehicle at alltimes. Please read this manual carefully andreview it from time to time. It containsimportant information on maintenance. It isespecially important that this manual remainwith the vehicle at the time of resale. Thenext owner will need this information also.

You are invited to avail the three freeinspection services as described in thismanual. Three free inspection coupons areattached to this manual. Please show thismanual to your dealer when you take yourvehicle for any Service.

To prolong the life of your vehicle and reducemaintenance costs, the periodic maintenancemust be carried out according to the“PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE”described in “INSPECTION ANDMAINTENANCE” section of this manual.Periodic maintenance is essential forpreventing trouble and accidents to ensureyour satisfaction and safety.

Daily Inspection and Care as per “DAILYINSPECTION CHECKLIST” described in the“INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE” sectionof this Manual is essential for prolonging theoperating life of the vehicle and for safe driving.

MARUTI SUZUKI INDIA LIMITED believes inconservation and protection of Earth’s naturalresources.

To that end, we encourage every vehicleowner to recycle, trade in, or properly disposeof, as appropriate, used motor oil, coolant,and other fluids; batteries; and tyres.

MARUTI SUZUKI INDIA LIMITED

IMPORTANTWARNING/CAUTION/NOTEPlease read this manual and follow itsinstructions carefully. To emphasise specialinformation, the words WARNING, CAUTION,and NOTE have special meanings.Information following these signal wordsshould be carefully reviewed.

All information in this manual isbased on the latest productinformation available at the time ofpublication. Due to improvements orother changes, there may bediscrepancies between informationin this manual and your vehicle.MARUTI/SUZUKI reserves the rightto make changes at any time withoutnotice.

This vehicle may not comply withstandards or regulations of othercountries. Before attempting toregister this vehicle in any othercountry, check all applicableregulations and make any necessarymodifications.

The personal safety of the driver,passengers, or bystanders may beinvolved. Disregarding this informationcould result in their injury or death.

These instructions point out specialservice procedures or precautions thatmust be followed to avoid damagingthe vehicle.

NOTE:This provides special information to makemaintenance easier or important instructionsclearer.

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MODIFICATION WARNING`̀̀̀̀ WARNING

Do not modify this vehicle. Modifica-tion could adversely affect safety, han-dling, performance, or durability andmay contravene regulations. In addi-tion, damage or performance problemsresulting from modification may notbe covered under warranty.

Copying, quoting or reproduction of anypart of this manual is not permitted withoutexplicit approval by MARUTI SUZUKI INDIALIMITED.

`̀̀̀̀ WARNING

Your vehicle has monocoque bodyconstruction which provides for cer-tain crumple zones in the body whichabsorbs larger part of impact energyin the event of a front collision andprotects the occupants from impact.Do not use any fitments such as crashguards. These fitments will increasethe risk to the occupants because ofthe shock directly getting transmittedto the occupants.

CAUTIONImproper installation of mobilecommunication equipment such ascellular telephones or CB (Citizen’sBand) radios may cause electronicinterference with your vehicle’s ignitionsystem, resulting in vehicle performanceproblems. Consult your MARUTI SUZUKIdealer or qualified service technicianfor advice on installing such mobilecommunication equipment.

The circle with a slash in this manualmeans “Don’t do this” or “Don’t let thishappen”.

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VEHICLE DETAILS

DATE OF ODOMETER BATTERYMODEL CHASSIS NO. ENGINE NO. KEY NO. DELIVERY READING (KM) MAKE SR. NO/BATCH CODE

OWNER’S NAME & ADDRESS _______________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________ TEL. NO. ________________________

ADDRESS/STAMP OF SELLING DEALER SELLING DEALER CODE

SHOWROOM

WORKSHOP

IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO CUSTOMER

Dear CustomerFor any assistance with regard to our product, please contactGeneral Manager/Works Manager at any of our Dealer orAuthorised Service Station. For additional enquiry you maycontact our Regional Office or Service Department. TheAddresses and Phone nos. are given in Service NetworkBooklet provided along with vehicle.

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DESCRIPTION OF JOBJOB CARD

NO.NAME OF SERVICING

DEALER/MASS

F....free Service P....Paid Service W....Warranty. A....Accident

DATE OFSERVICE

KIND OFSERVICE

MILEAGEkm

MECHANIC’SSIGNATURE

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WARRANTY POLICY

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WARRANTY POLICYMaruti Suzuki India Limited (herein after called “Maruti Suzuki”),warrants that each new Maruti Suzuki vehicle distributed in India byMaruti Suzuki and sold by an authorised Maruti Suzuki dealer will befree, under normal use and service, from any defects in material andworkmanship at the time of manufacture SUBJECT TO THEFOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

(1) Qualification:To qualify for this warranty:

(a) The Maruti Suzuki vehicle must be delivered by MarutiSuzuki authorised dealer and set-up, serviced by MarutiSuzuki authorised dealer/ service station.

(b) The warranty registration card in respect of each vehiclemust be completed by the dealer at the time of delivery ofthe vehicle and dealer should retain the same.

(2) Term:The term of the warranty shall be twenty four (24) monthsor 40,000 kilometers (whichever occurs first) from the dateof delivery to the first owner.

(3) Maruti Suzuki’s Warranty Obligation:If any defect(s) should be found in a Maruti Suzuki vehicle withinthe term stipulated above, Maruti Suzuki’s only obligation is torepair or replace at its sole discretion any part shown to bedefective, with a new part or the equivalent at no cost to theowner for parts or labour, when Maruti Suzuki acknowledgesthat such a defect is attributable to faulty material or workmanshipat the time of manufacture. The owner is responsible for anyrepair or replacements which are not covered by this warranty.

(4) Limitation:This warranty shall not apply to:(a) normal maintenance service required other than the three

free services, including without limitation, oil and fluid changes,headlight aiming, fastener retightening, wheel balancing, wheelalignment and tyre rotation, cleaning of injectors, adjustmentsof carburettor, ignition timing, clutch and valve clearance.

(b) the replacement of normal wear parts including withoutlimitation, bulbs, tyres and tubes, spark plugs, belts, hoses,filters, wiper blades, brushes, contact points, fuses, clutchdisc, brake shoes, brake pads, cable and all rubber parts(except oil seal and glass run).

(c) any vehicle which has been used for competition or racing.(d) any repairs or replacement required as a result of accidents

or collision.(e) any defects caused by misuse, negligence, abnormal use

or insufficient care.(f) any vehicle which has been modified or altered, including

without limitation, the installation of performance accessories.(g) any vehicle on which parts or accessories not approved by

Maruti Suzuki have been used.(h) any vehicle which has not been operated in accordance

with the operating instructions in the Maruti Suzuki Owner’sManual.

(i) any vehicle which has not received, during the warrantyterm, the service inspections prescribed in the Maruti SuzukiOwner’s Manual.

(j) any vehicle which has been assembled, disassembled,adjusted or repaired by other than an Maruti Suzuki

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authorised dealer/service station.(k) any vehicle which has been used for purposes other than

what it was designed for.(l) any damage or deterioration caused by industrial pollution

and bird droppings.(m) insignificant defects which do not affect the function of the

vehicle including without limitation, sound, vibration and fluidseep.

(n) any natural wear and tear including without limitation, aging etc.(o) Installation and usage of Domestic LPG Gas/LPG cylinder.(p) V-belts, hoses and gas leaks. (For Maruti Suzuki AC Vehicle.)(q) Any vehicle retrofitted with LPG/CNG kits.

(5) Extent of Warranty:This warranty is the entire written warranty given by MarutiSuzuki for Maruti Suzuki vehicles and no dealer or its or hisagent or employee is authorised to extend or enlarge thiswarranty and no dealer or its or his agent or employee isauthorised to make any oral warranty on Maruti Suzuki’s behalf.Maruti Suzuki reserves the right to add any improvements orchange the design of any model at any time with no obligationto make the same changes on units previously sold.

(6) Warranty Service:To obtain warranty service, the complete vehicle must bepresented at the owner’s expenses to any authorised MarutiSuzuki dealer.

(7) Owner’s Warranty Responsibilities:It is responsibility of each owner to:(a) make certain that the warranty registration/PDI card was

completed at the time of delivery of the vehicle;(b) have performed, at his own expenses, by an Maruti Suzuki

authorised dealer/service station all the service inspectionsspecified in the Maruti Suzuki “Owner’s Manual and ServiceBooklet” and maintain adequate proof that such serviceinspections have been performed.

(c) make certain that the Maruti Suzuki authorised dealer/servicestation performing the service inspection has certified thework on the “Maintenance Service Record” page in the“Owner’s Manual and Service Booklet” and

(d) present the Maruti Suzuki “Owner’s Manual and ServiceBooklet” to the authorised Maruti Suzuki dealer wheneverrequesting service inspections or warranty service.

If the “Owner’s Manual and Service Booklet” should be lost ordestroyed the owner should consult the authorised Maruti Suzukidealer from whom the vehicle was purchased for instructionsconcerning replacement of the “Owner’s Manual and Service Booklet”.

(8) Disclaimer of Consequential Damage:Maruti Suzuki assumes no responsibility for loss of vehicle, lossof time, inconvenience or any other indirect incidental orconsequential damage resulting from the vehicle not beingavailable to the owner because of any defect covered by thiswarranty.

(9) Change of OwnerEven if ownership of the vehicle changes, the remaining warrantyperiod is effective for the new owner.

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EMISSION WARRANTY

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Maruti Suzuki offers the Emission Warranty on all Maruti Suzuki vehicles (apart from the Regular warranty and will run parallel to the regularproduct warranty) only in four metropolitan cities (New Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai and Chennai) with effect from July 1st, 2001.

Terms:

The Emission Warranty will be applicable for 80,000 kms or 3 years (Which ever comes earlier) from the date of delivery to the first owner.The remaining warranty terms will be valid in case of any change in ownership provided the production of all valid document.

Conditions:

1. Under Emission Warranty, Warranty claims will be admitted for a prima facie examination, in case vehicle fails to meet to the EmissionStandard as specified in sub rule (2) of rule no. 115 of Central Motor Vehicles Rules (CMVR), 1989.

2. The warranty claims will only be accepted after examination carried out by Maruti Suzuki or it’s dealer which leads to firm conclusionsthat the

a) Original settings have not been tempered in any case.

b) Part (as given in Annexure-A) has a manufacturing defect.

c) Vehicle is unable to meet the Emission Standards (as given in 1.), inspite of the vehicle having been maintained and used inaccordance with the instructions as specified in Owner’s Manual and Service Booklet and the used fuel and different oils (Engineoil, Transmission oil, Brake oil etc.) are also as per specification.

3. The method of examination for deciding the warranty of the parts will be at the sole discretion of Maruti Suzuki and it’s dealer and resultsof the examination will be final and binding. If after examination, the warrantable condition is not established, Maruti Suzuki and it’s dealerhas has the right to charge all, or part of the cost of such examination.

4. Under Emission Warranty, the parts (as given in Annexure-A) will be changed free of cost, but the consumables will be charged asper actual.

5. If the part covered under Emission Warranty or the associated parts, are not independently replaceable, on account of these beingintegral parts a complete assembly, Maruti Suzuki and it’s dealer will have the sole discretion to replace entire assembly or by usingsome of the parts of the system through suitable repair or modifications.

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6. Any consequential repairs or replacement of parts which may be found necessary to establish compliance of Emission Warranty, willnot be considered under warranty, unless the same is under product warranty. The consumable will be charged as per actual undersuch repair or replacement.

7. Maruti Suzuki will not be responsible for the cost of transportation of the vehicle to the nearest Maruti Suzuki dealer workshop or anyloss due to non-availability of the vehicle during the period of lodging of a warranty claim and examination and/or repair by Maruti Suzukidealer.

8. Maruti Suzuki will not be responsible for any penalty that may be charged by statutory authorities on account of failure to comply withthe EMISSION STANDARDS.

9. Emission Warranty will not be affected on the change of owner, provided all the documents are available.

10. All maintenance actions (as specified in the Owner’s Manual and Service Booklet) need to be followed and recorded in the manual foremission warranty.

11. The customer needs to produce the PUC (Pollution Under Control) certificate valid for the period preceeding the test during which thefailure is discovered. The receipts (for the maintenance of the vehicle as per specification in Owner’s Manual and Service Booklet fromthe date of original purchase of the vehicle) will also be required.

Conditions under which the Emission Warranty is not APPLICABLE1. In the absence of valid PUC certificate.

2. Vehicle not serviced from Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop as per the schedule specified in the Owner’s Manual.

3. Vehicle subjected to abnormal use (accident, motor race, rallies or for the purpose of establishing the records etc.)

4. Use of non MGP (Maruti Geniune Part).

5. Vehicle tempered in an unauthorised manner.

6. Tampering with odometer so that the actual kilometer reading can not be read.

7. Use of adulterated fuel and/or unspecified oils (Engine oil, Transmission oil and Brake oil etc.)

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Annexure-A

List of parts covered under Emission Warranty

1. Fuel injection Assembly, Pressure Regulator, Throttle Body Assembly.

2. Electronic Control Module (ECM).

3. Intake Manifold.

4. EGR valve.

5. Distributor and internal parts.

6. Ignitions coil.

7. Canister Assembly.

8. Vapour Liquid Separator.

9. Fuel Tank and Filler Cap.

10. PCV (Positive Crankcase Ventilation) Valve.

11. Oil Filler Cap.

12. Catalytic Convertor.

13. Exhaust manifold.

14. All fuel injection System related SENSORS.

15. Maniverter

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BEFORE DRIVINGFuel Recommendation ............................................................................ 3-1

Keys ........................................................................................................... 3-1

Door Locks ............................................................................................... 3-2

Windows .................................................................................................... 3-3

Mirrors ....................................................................................................... 3-4

Seat Adjustment ...................................................................................... 3-4

Seat Belts ................................................................................................. 3-5

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FUEL RECOMMENDATION

CAUTION

Petrol/Ethanol BlendsBlends of unleaded petrol and ethanol (grainalcohol), also known as gasohol, are com-mercially available in some areas. Blends ofthis type may be used in your vehicle if theyare no more than 5% ethanol. Make surethis petrol-ethanol blend has octane ratingsnot lower than those recommended for petrol.Petrol/Methanol BlendsBlends of unleaded petrol and methanol(wood alcohol) are also commercially avail-able in some areas. DO NOT USE fuels con-taining more than 5% methanol under anycircumstances. Fuel system damage or ve-hicle performance problems resulting fromthe use of such fuels are not the respon-sibility of MARUTI SUZUKI and may not becovered under Warranty.

Fuels containing 5% or less methanol maybe suitable for use in your vehicle if theycontain cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors.

NOTE:If you are not satisfied with the driveabilityor fuel economy of your vehicle when youare using a petrol/alcohol blend, you shouldswitch back to unleaded petrol containing noalcohol.

The fuel tank has an air space toallow for fuel expansion in hotweather. If you continue to add fuelafter the filler nozzle has automati-cally shut off or an initial blowbackoccurs, the air chamber will becomefull. Exposure to heat when fullyfuelled in this manner will result inleakage due to fuel expansion. Toprevent such fuel leakage, stop fill-ing after the filler nozzle has auto-matically shut off, or when using analternative non automatic system,initial vent blowback occurs.

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Be careful not to spill fuel contain-ing alcohol while refuelling. Fuelscontaining alcohol can cause paintdamage, which is not covered underWarranty.

You must use unleaded petrol with an oc-tane number (RON) of 91 or higher.

KEYS

Your vehicle comes with a pair of identicalkeys. Keep the spare key in a safe place.One key can open all of the locks on thevehicle.

The key identification number is stamped ona metal tag provided with the keys. Keepthe tag in a safe place. If you lose yourkeys, you will need this number to have newkeys made.

Key No.

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EXAMPLE

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DOOR LOCKS

To lock a door from outside the vehicle:

a) Insert the key and turn the top of thekey toward the rear of the vehicle, or

b) Push in the lock knob and hold the doorhandle up as you close the door.

To unlock a door from outside the vehicle,insert the key and turn the top of the keytoward the front of the vehicle.

To lock a rear side door from outside thevehicle, push the lock knob down and closethe door.

To lock a door from inside the vehicle, pushdown the lock knob. Pull out the lock knobto unlock the door.

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UNLOCK

LOCK

Rear

Front

EXAMPLEUNLOCK

LOCK

EXAMPLE

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LOCK UNLOCK

Rearend Door LockLock or unlock the rearend door lock byinserting and turning the key. Turn the keyleft to lock and right to unlock the rearenddoor. Make sure the door is locked afterlocking by the key.

WARNING

Always make sure that the rearenddoor is closed and latched securely.Completely closing the rearend dooralso helps prevent occupants beingthrown from the vehicle in the eventof an accident.

Do not use the key to lift up therearend door, or the key may break offin the lock.

CAUTION

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UNLOCK

LOCK

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Child-Proof Locks (Rear side door)As illustrated, a child-proof lock is providedfor both rear doors. When the lock lever isin position 1, the child-proof lock is locked.When the child-proof lock is in the lockedposition, the rear door cannot be openedfrom the inside even if the inside door lockis unlocked but can be opened from the out-side.

WARNINGBe sure to place the child-proof lockin the locked position wheneverchildren are seated in the rear.

WINDOWS

Manual Window ControlRaise or lower the door windows by turn-ing the handle located on the door panel.

Rear side door windowsYou can open the window about half of theway down in the normal manner. If you needto open the window fully for some reasonsuch as carrying a big bag through thewindow, open the window more by thefollowing manner.1) Lower the window until it stops.2) Return the handle about 90O and then

lower the window.To close the window, simply raise it.

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Do not open the window fully whiledriving. Passengers, especiallychildren, in the second seat may beejected from the vehicle in the eventof sudden manoeuvre or an accidentif the window is opened more thanthe half-way-stop position.

Do not try to open the windowforcibly when it gets to the half-way-stop position. The window openingmechanism can be damaged.

WARNING

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CAUTION

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MIRRORS

To adjust the interior rearview mirror, movethe mirror up, or sideways to obtain the bestview.

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WARNING

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EXAMPLE

Outside Reaview MirrorsAdjust the outside reaview mirrors so youcan just see the side of your vehicle in themirrors.

Be careful when judging the size ordistance of a vehicle or other objectseen in the side convex mirror. Beaware that objects look smaller andappear farther away than when seenin a flat mirror.

SEAT ADJUSTMENT

Never attempt to adjust the driver’sseat or seatback while driving. Theseat or seatback could move unex-pectedly, causing loss of control.Make sure that the driver’s seat andseatback are properly adjusted beforeyou start driving.

WARNING

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EXAMPLE

Adjusting Seatbacks (Except for rigid seat)

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WARNINGSeatbacks should always be in an uprightposition when driving, or seat belteffectiveness may be reduced. Seat beltsare designed to offer maximumprotection when seatbacks are in thefully upright position.

EXAMPLE

Adjusting Seat Position (if equipped)The adjustment lever for front seat (driverseat only) is located under the front of theseat, on the inboard side. To adjust the seatposition, pull up on the adjustment lever andslide the seat forward or rearward. After ad-justment, try to move the seat forward andrearward to ensure that it is securely latched.

WARNING

To avoid excessive seat belt slack,which reduces the effectiveness ofthe seat belts as a safety device,make sure that the seats are adjustedbefore the seat belts are fastened.

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(Front seats)The seatbacks can be adjusted to differentangles. To adjust the seatback angle, pull upthe lever on the inboard side of the seat, movethe seatback to the desired position, andrelease the lever to lock the seatback in place.

2nd row fixed seatThis seat is fixed firmly and cannot befolded.

EXAMPLE

3rd row fixed seat (if equipped)This seat is fixed firmly and cannot befolded.

SEAT BELTS

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WARNING

WARNING

The driver and co-driver must beproperly restrained by wearing seatbelts at all times, to minimize the riskof severe injury or death in the eventof a crash.

Wear Your Seat Belts at All Times.

• Never allow persons to ride in thecargo area of a vehicle. In the eventof an accident, there is a muchgreater risk of injury for personswho are not riding in a seat withtheir seat belt securely fastened.

• Seat belts should always beadjusted so the lap portion of thebelt is worn low across the pelvis,not across the waist. Shoulderstraps should be worn on theoutside shoulder only, and never

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(Continued)under the arm. Seat belts shouldnever be worn with the strapstwisted and should be adjusted astightly as is comfortable to providethe protection for which they havebeen designed. A slack belt willprovide less protection than onewhich is snug.

• Make sure that each seat belt buckleis inserted into the proper bucklecatch. It is possible to cross thebuckle in the rear seat.

• Do not wear your seat belt over

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hard or breakable objects in yourpockets or on your clothing. If anaccident occurs, objects such asglasses, pens etc. under the seatbelt can cause injury.

• Never use the same seat belt onmore than one occupant and neverattach a seat belt over an infant orchild being held on an occupant’slap. Such seat belt use could causeserious injury in the event of anaccident.

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• Pregnant women should use seatbelts, although specificrecommendations about restraintuse should be made by thewoman’s medical advisor.Remember that the lap portion ofthe belt should be worn as low aspossible across the hips, as shownin the diagram.

WARNING• Periodically inspect seat belt

assemblies for excessive wear anddamage. Seat belts should be replacedif webbing becomes frayed,contaminated, or damaged in any way.It is essential to replace the entire seatbelt assembly after it has been wornin a severe impact, even if damage tothe assembly is not obvious.

• Children aged 12 and under shouldride properly restrained in the rear seat.

• Infants and small children shouldnever be transported unless they areproperly restrained. Restraintsystems for infants and smallchildren can be purchased locallyand should be used. Make sure thatthe system you purchase meetsapplicable safety standards. Readand follow all the directionsprovided by the manufacturer.

• Avoid contamination of seat beltwebbing by polishes, oils, chemicals,and particularly battery acid.Cleaning may safely be carried outusing mild soap and water.

• For children, if the shoulder beltirritates the neck or face, move thechild closer to the center of the vehicle.

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There are two types of seat belt “Lap-shoul-der belt" and "Lap belt".The type of belts provided in your vehicledepends on the vehicle specification.

To fasten the seat belt, pull the buckletongue attached to the seat belt across yourbody and press it into the buckle catch onthe opposite side until you hear a “click”.

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To reduce the risk of sliding under the beltduring a collision, position the lap portion ofthe belt across your lap as low on your hipsas possible and adjust the belt to a snugfit using the proper method for each typeof the belt as described below. Make surethat the belt is not twisted.

To unfasten the belt, press the releasebutton on the buckle catch.

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The length of the diagonal shoulder strapadjusts itself to allow freedom of move-ment. The seat belt has an emergencylocking retractor (ELR), which is designedto lock the seat belt only during a sud-den stop or impact.

WARNING

No modifications or additions shouldbe made by the user which will ei-ther prevent the seat belt adjustingdevices from operating to removeslack, or prevent the seat belt assem-bly from being adjusted to removeslack.

Press button

To Adjust the Belt

• Lap-shoulder beltPull the shoulder portion of the belt up-wards through the tongue plate.

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• Lap beltOn this belt the adjuster is incorpo-rated in the tongue unit.To tighten the belt, pull the free end ofthe belt across alongside the lap strap untilit is adjusted to a snug comfortable po-sition.

To lengthen, release the tongue from thebuckle unit, pull the tongue (adjuster) inthe direction of the arrow, at right anglesto the belt. The buckle unit and the belttightened as previously described.

Seat Belt InspectionPeriodically inspect the seat belts to makesure they work properly and are notdamaged. Check the webbing, buckles, latchplates, retractors, anchorages, and guideloops. Replace any seat belts which do notwork properly or are damaged.

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EXAMPLE

Be sure to inspect all seat beltassemblies after any collision. Anyseat belt assembly which was in useduring a collision (other than a veryminor one) should be replaced, evenif damage to the assembly whichwas not in use during a collisionshould be replaced if it does notfunction properly or is damaged inany way.

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STEERING COLUMN CONTROLSIgnition switch ........................................................................................ 4-1

Lighting/turn signal control lever ....................................................... 4-2

Hazard warning switch .......................................................................... 4-2

Windscreen wiper and washer lever .................................................. 4-3

Horn .......................................................................................................... 4-3


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To avoid possible injury, do not op-erate controls by reaching throughthe steering wheel.

IGNITION SWITCHACCAccessories such as the radio can oper-ate, when the engine is off.

ONThis is the normal operating position. Allelectrical systems are on.

STARTThis is the position for starting the engineusing the starter motor. The key should bereleased from this position as soon as theengine starts.

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WARNING

The ignition switch has the following fourpositions:

LOCKThis is the normal parking position. It is theonly position in which the key can beremoved.

It locks the ignition, and prevents normal useof the steering wheel after the key isremoved.

TURN TO LOCK

• Never remove the ignition keywhile the vehicle is moving. Thesteering wheel will lock and youwill not be able to steer the vehicle.

• Do not leave children alone in aparked vehicle, and always removethe key. Unattended children couldcause accidental movement of thevehicle, which could result in se-vere personal injury.

WARNINGTo release the steering lock, fully insert thekey and turn it clockwise to one of the otherpositions. If you have trouble turning the keyto unlock the steering, try turning thesteering wheel slightly to the right or left whileturning the key.

CAUTION

• Do not use the starter motor formore than 15 seconds at a time.If the engine does not start; wait15 seconds before trying again. Ifthe engine does not start afterseveral attempts, check the fueland ignition systems or consultyour MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.

• Do not leave the ignition switchin the “ON” position if the engineis not running as the battery willdischarge.

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LIGHTING/TURN SIGNALCONTROL LEVER

This control lever is located on the outboardside of the steering column. Operate the leveras described below.

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With the headlights on, push the lever for-ward to switch to the high beams (mainbeams) or pull the lever toward you toswitch to the low beams. When the highbeams (main beams) are on, a light on theinstrument panel will come on. To momen-tarily activative the high beams (main beams)as a passing signal, pull the lever slightlytowards you and release it when you havecompleted the signal.

Lighting OperationTo turn the lights on or off, twist the knobon the end of the lever. There are threepositions: in the “OFF” position all lights areoff; in the middle position the front parkinglights, tail-lights, registration plate light, andinstrument lights are on, but the headlightsare off; in the third position the headlightscome on in addition to the other lights.

Turn Signal OperationWith the ignition switch in the "ON" position,move the lever up or down to activate theright left turn signals.

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Normal Turn SignalMove the lever all the way up to signal aleft turn or all the way down to signal a rightturn for right hand drive. When the turn iscompleted, the signal will cancel and thelever will return to its normal position.

Lane Change SingnalSome times, such as when changing lanes,the steering wheel is not turned far enoughto cancel the turn signal. For convenience,you can flash the turn signal by moving thelever part way and holding it there. The leverwill return to its normal position when yourelease it.

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HIGHLOW

PASS

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Push in the marked part of the hazardwarning switch to activate the hazard warn-ing lights. All four turn signal lights and bothturn signal indicators will flash simultaneously.To turn off the lights, push the another sideof the switch.

Use the hazard warning lights to warn othertraffic during emergency parking or when youvehicle could otherwise become a traffichazard.

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WINDSCREEN WIPER ANDWASHER LEVER

Windscreen WipersTo turn the windscreen wipers on, pushdown the knob on the end of the lever toone of the three operating positions.In the “LO” position, the wipers operate ata steady low speed. In the “HI” position, thewipers operate at a steady high speed. Toturn off the wipers, move the lever back tothe “OFF” position.

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Windscreen WasherTo spray windscreen washer fluid, pull thelever toward you.

• To prevent windscreen icing incold weather, turn on the defrosterto heat the windscreen before andduring windscreen washer use.

• Do not use radiator antifreeze in thewindscreen washer reservoir. It canseverely impair visibility when sprayedon the windscreen, and can alsodamage your vehicle’s paint.

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CAUTION

To help prevent damage to thewindscreen wiper and washer systemcomponents, you should take thefollowing precautions:• Do not continue to hold in the

lever when there is no windscreenwasher fluid being sprayed or thewasher motor can be damaged.

CAUTION

• Do not attempt to remove dirt froma dry windscreen with the wipersor you can damage the windscreenand the wiper blades. Always wetthe windscreen with washer fluidbefore operating the wipers.

• Clear ice or packed snow from thewiper blades before using thewipers.

• Check the washer fluid levelregularly. Check it often when theweather is bad.

• Only fill the washer fluid reservoir3/4 full during cold weather toallow room for expansion if thetemperature falls low enough tofreeze the solution.

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HORN

Press the center piece of the steering wheelto sound the horn. The horn will sound withthe ignition switch in any position.

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INSTRUMENT PANELWarning and Indicator lights ............................................................ 5-2

Speedometer/Odometer/Tripmeter ...................................................... 5-4

Meter illumination control ................................................................. 5-4

Fuel gauge ........................................................................................... 5-5

High Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light ....................... 5-5

Glove box ............................................................................................. 5-5

Heating system (if equipped) ............................................................ 5-6

Air conditioning system (if equipped) ............................................ 5-8

Head light leveling switch ................................................................ 5-9

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1 Instrument cluster2 Ignition switch3 Lighting switch/Turn signal and dimmer

switch4 Windscreen wiper and washer switch5 Hazard warning switch6 Other switches (if equipped)7 Air conditioner and/or Heater control

panel (if equipped)8 Center ventilator9 Side ventilator0 Side demisterc Glove boxd Fuse boxe Bonnet releasef Headlight leveling switch (if equipped)

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

1 Speedometer2 Odometer/Trip meter3 Odometer/Trip meter selector knob4 Fuel gauge5 Warning and indicator lights

EXAMPLE

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

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WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS

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Brake system warning lightThis light comes on under three conditions:1) when the ignition switch is turned to either“ON” or "START" position, 2) when theparking brake engaged, and 3) when the fluidin the brake fluid reservoir falls below thespecified level. The light should go out afterstarting the engine and fully releasing theparking brake, if the fluid level in the brakefluid reservoir is adequate.

If the brake system warning light comes onwhile you are driving the vehicle, it maymean that there is something wrong with thevehicle’s braking system. If this happens, youshould:

1) Pull off the road and stop carefully.

2) Test the brakes by carefully starting andstopping on the side of the road.

3) If you determine that it is safe, drivecautiously at low speed to the nearestdealer for repairs, or

4) Have the vehicle towed to the nearestdealer for repairs.

Remember that stopping distancemay be longer, you may have topush harder on the pedal, and thepedal may go down farther thannormal.

WARNING

If any of the following conditions oc-cur, you should immediately ask yourMARUTI SUZUKI dealer to inspect thebrake system.• If the brake system warning light

does not go out after the enginehas been started and the parkingbrake has been fully released.

• If the brake system warning lightdoes not come on when the ig-nition switch is turned to the“START” position.

• If the brake system warning lightcomes on at any time during ve-hicle operation.

WARNING

NOTE:Because the disc brake system is self-adjusting, the fluid level will drop as thebrake pads become worn.Replenishing the brake fluid reservoir isconsidered normal periodic maintenance.

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Oil Pressure LightThis light comes on when the ignition switchis turned on, and goes out when the engineis started. The light will come on and re-main on if there is insufficient oil pressure.If the light comes on when driving, pull offthe road as soon as you can and stop theengine. Check the oil level and add oil ifnecessary. If there is enough oil, the lubri-cation system should be inspected by yourMARUTI SUZUKI dealer before you drivethe vehicle again.

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CAUTION

• If you operate the engine with thislight on, severe engine damage canresult.

• Do not rely on the Oil PressureLight to indicate the need to addoil. Be sure to periodically checkthe engine oil level.

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Charging LightThis light comes on when the ignition switchis turned on, and goes out when the engineis started. The light will come on and re-main on if the battery is not being charged.If the light comes on when the engine isrunning, the charging system should beinspected immediately by your MARUTISUZUKI dealer.

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“Malfunction Indicator” LightYour vehicle has a computer-controlled emis-sion control system. A malfunction indicatorlight is provided on the instrument panel toindicate when it is necessary to have theemission control system serviced. The mal-function indicator light comes on when theignition switch is turned to “ON” or "START"and goes out when the engine is started.If the malfunction indicator light comes on whenthe engine is running, there is a problem with theemission control system. Bring the vehicle toyour MARUTI SUZUKI dealer to have theproblem corrected.

CAUTIONContinuing to drive the vehicle whenthe malfunction indicator light is oncan cause permanent damage to thevehicle’s emission control system,and can affect fuel economy anddriveability.

Main Beam (High Beam) Indicator LightThis indicator comes on when headlight mainbeams (high beams) are turned on.

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Turn Signal IndicatorsWhen you turn on the left or right turnsignals, the corresponding green arrow onthe instrument panel will flash along with therespective turn signal lights. When you turnon the hazard warning switch, both arrowswill flash along with all of the turn signal lights.

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SPEEDOMETER

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The speedometer (1) indicates vehicle speedin km/h.

ODEMETER/TRIPMETER

CAUTION

The odometer (2) records the total distancethe vehicle has been driven. The trip meter(3) can be used to measure the distancetravelled on short trips or between fuelstops.

Keep track of your odometer readingand check the maintenance scheduleregularly for required services.Increased wear or damage to certainparts can result from failure toperform required services at theproper mileage intervals.

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When the ignition switch is turned to "ON",the display shows the odometer or trip meter.

The display shows three types of indication;odometer, trip meter A and trip meter B.Push the selector knob quickly to switch theindication among the three.

You can use the two trips meters (A andB) independently.

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Push the selector knob for a little while(about 2 seconds) to reset the trip meterto zero.

Meter illumination control

When the display shows the indication ofillumination intensity, you can dim or brightenthe meter illumination.

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To change the meter illumination brightness,continue to hold in the selector knob (3).The indication will change as shown in theillustration. The illumination gets dimmer thenreturns to the brightest condition after itreaches the dimmest.

FUEL GAUGE

When the ignition switch is in the “ON” posi-tion, this gauge gives an approximate indica-tion of the amount of fuel in the fuel tank. “F”stands for full and “E” stands for empty.

When the fuel meter indicator shows onlyone segment to “E”, refill the tank as soonas possible.

NOTE:If the last segment blinks, it means that thefuel tank is almost empty.NOTE:The fuel meter indicator varies depending onroad conditions (for example, slope or curve)and driving conditions because of fuel movingin the tank.

When the ignition switch is turned to the“ON” position, this light comes on briefly soyou can check that the light is working. Ifthis light blinks while driving, it means theengine is running hot. Avoid driving condi-tions that may lead to actual overheating. Ifthe light stays on without blinking, then theengine is overheating. Follow the instruc-tions in the “If the Engine Over heats” of“EMERGENCY SERVICE” section.

HIGH ENGINE COOLANTTEMPERATURE WARNINGLIGHT (Red Color)

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CAUTIONContinuing to drive the vehicle whenengine overheating is indicated canresult in severe engine damage.

GLOVE BOX

Never drive with the glove box lidopen. It could cause injury if an ac-cident occurs.

WARNING

To open the glove box, pull the latch lever.To close it, push the lid until it latchessecurely.

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HEATING SYSTEM (if equipped)

The heating system provides heating,demisting, and ventilation.

a. Windscreen defrosterb. Side defroster (demister)c. Side outletd. Center outlete. Floor outlet

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Description of ControlsFunction selector 1 This selector is usedto select one of the functions describedbelow:04-60A102A VENTILATION 2 Temperature-con-

trolled air comes out of the centerand side air outlets.

04-60A103A BI-LEVEL 3 Temperature-con-trolled air comes out of the flooroutlets and cooler air comes outof the center and side outlets.When the temperature control le-ver is in the fully “COLD” positionor fully “HOT” position, however,the air from the floor outlets andthe air from the center and sideoutlets will be the same tempera-ture.

04-60A104A HEAT 4 Temperature-controlled aircomes out of the floor outlets.

04-60A105A HEAT & DEMIST 5 Temperature-controlled air comes out of thefloor outlets, the windscreendemister outlets, and the sidedemister outlets.

04-60A106A DEMIST 6 Temperature-controlledair comes out of the windscreendemister outlets and the sidedemister outlets.

Air Intake Selector 7 This selector is usedto select between circulating outside air(FRESH AIR) or recirculating inside air (RE-CIRCULATED AIR).

Temperature Selector 8 This selector isused to control the temperature of the airthat comes out of the air outlets.

Blower Speed Selector 9 This selector isused to turn on the blower and to selectblower speed. There are four positions :OFF, LOW, MEDIUM, and HIGH.

System Operating InstructionsNatural VentilationSelect “VENTILATION”, and “FRESH AIR”,the temperature selector to the desired tem-perature position, and the blower speedselector to "OFF". Fresh air will flow throughthe vehicle during driving.

Forced VentilationThe control settings are the same as fornatural ventilation except you set the blowerspeed selector to a position other than"OFF".

Normal Heating (Using outside air)Select “HEAT”, and “FRESH AIR”, the tem-perature selector to the desired temperatureposition, and the blower speed selector tothe desired blower speed position. Settingthe blower speed selector to a higher blowerspeed position increases heating efficiency.

Quick Heating (Using recirculated air)The control settings are the same as for nor-mal heating except you select “RECIRCU-LATED AIR”. If you use this heating methodfor an extended period of time, the air in thevehicle can become contaminated and thewindows can become misty. Therefore, usethis method only for quick heating andchange to the normal heating method assoon as possible.

Cool Face/Warm FeetSelect “BI-LEVEL”, and “FRESH AIR”, thetemperature selector to the desired tempera-ture position, and the blower speed selec-tor to the desired blower speed position. Un-less the temperature selector is in the fullyCOLD position or fully HOT position, the airthat comes out of the center and side outletswill be cooler than the air that comes outof the floor outlets.

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Defrosting/Warm FeetSelect “HEAT & DEMIST”, and “FRESHAIR”, the temperature selector to the desiredtemperature position, and the blower speedselector to HIGH. When the windscreen hasbecome clear, set the blower speed selectorto the desired blower speed position.

DefrostingSelect “DEMIST”, and “FRESH AIR”, thetemperature selector to the desiredtemperature position, and the blower speedselector to HIGH. Setting the temperatureselector to a higher temperature positionincreases demisting efficiency. When thewindscreen has become clear, set the blowerspeed selector to the desired blower speedposition.

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AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM(if equipped)

If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioner,it has an A/C switch located on the heatercontrol panel. The air conditioning system canbe used to provide cooling and dehumidify-ing, as described below. To turn on the airconditioning system, push in the A/C switchand set the blower speed selector to a positionother than "OFF". An indicator light will comeon when the air conditioning system is on.To turn off the air conditioning system, pushthe A/C switch again.

Less operation of the compressor results inbetter fuel economy.

System Operating InstructionsNormal CoolingTurn on the "A/C" switch, set the air flowselector to the “VENTILATION”, the tempera-ture selector to the desired temperatureposition, and the blower speed selector tothe desired blower speed selector to the de-sired blower speed position. Setting theblower speed selector to a higher blowerspeed position increases cooling efficiency.You can switch the air intake selector toeither "FRESH AIR" or "RECIRCULATEDAIR" with your desire. Choosing "RECIR-CULATED AIR" increases cooling efficiency.

Quick Cooling (Using recirculated air)The control settings are the same as for nor-mal cooling except you select “RECIRCU-LATED AIR”. and the highest blower speed.

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VENTILATIONHEATER & DEMIST

DEMIST

RECIRCULATED AIR

FRESH AIR

During operation of the air conditioner, youmay notice slight changes in engine speed.These changes are normal, the system isdesigned so that the compressor turns onor off to maintain the desired temperature.

NOTE:• If you use select "RECIRCULATED AIR"

for an extended period of time, the air inthe vehicle can become contaminated.Therefore, you should occasionally select"FRESH AIR".

• If your vehicle has been left in the sun withwindows closed, it will cool faster if youopen the windows briefly while you oper-ate the air conditioner with the air intakeselector at "FRESH AIR" and the blowerat high speed.

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NOTE:Your vehicle uses the air conditioningrefrigerant HFC-134a, commonly called“R-134a”. Only R-134a should be usedin your vehicle.

CAUTIONUsing the wrong refrigerant maydamage your air conditioning system.Use R-134a only. Do not mix orreplace the R-134a with otherrefrigerants.

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HEADLIGHT LEVELING SWITCH

Level the headlight beam according to theload condition of your vehicle by turning thisswitch. The chart on next page shows theappropriate switch position for differentvehicle-load conditions.

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Vehicle Load Switch PositionCondition

Driver only 0

Driver + 1 passenger 0(in front seat)

All passengers 1

All passengers + evenlydistributed load in luggage 1

boot

Driver + evenly distributed 1load in luggage boot

Dummy 2,3,4

MaintenanceIf you do not use the air conditioner for along period, such as during winter, it maynot give the best performance when you startusing it again. To help maintain optimumperformance and durability of your air con-ditioner, it needs to be run periodically.Operate the air conditioner at least once amonth for one minute with the engine idling.This circulates the refrigerant and oil andhelps protect the internal components.

DehumidifyingTurn on the A/C switch, set the air flowselector to the desired position, select“FRESH AIR”, the temperature selector tothe desired temperature position, and theblower speed selector to the desired blowerspeed position.

NOTE:Because the air conditioner dehumidifies theair, turning it on will help keep the windowsclear, even when blowing heated air usingthe "DEMIST" or "HEATER & DEMIST"functions.

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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENTParking brake lever ............................................................. 6-1Pedals ..................................................................................... 6-1Gear lever .............................................................................. 6-2Fuel filler cap ....................................................................... 6-2Folding seats ........................................................................ 6-3Sun visor ............................................................................... 6-3Interior light switch ............................................................. 6-4Assist grips ........................................................................... 6-4Bonnet .................................................................................... 6-4Engine compartment ............................................................ 6-5Frame hooks ......................................................................... 6-6Tyre changing Tools ........................................................... 6-7High Mount Stop Lamp ...................................................... 6-8

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PARKING BRAKE LEVER

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The parking brake lever is located betweenthe seats. To apply the parking brake, holdthe brake pedal down and pull the park-ing brake lever all the way up. To releasethe parking brake, hold the brake pedaldown, pull up slightly on the parking brakelever, push the button on the end of thelever with your thumb, and lower the leverto its original position.

• Never drive your vehicle with theparking brake on: rear brake ef-fectiveness can be reduced fromover heating, brake life may beshortened, or permanent brakedamage may result.

• If the parking brake does not holdthe vehicle securely or does notfully release, have your vehicleinspected immediately by an au-thorized MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.

WARNING

WARNING

Always apply the parking brake fullybefore leaving your vehicle or it maymove, causing injury or damage.When parking, make sure the gearshift lever is left in first gear or re-verse. Remember, even though thetransmission is in gear, you mustalways apply the parking brake fully.

When parking the vehicle in ex-tremely cold weather, the followingprocedure should be used:1) Apply the parking brake.2) Shift the manual transmission

into reverse or first gear.3) With the engine off, get out of the

vehicle and put chocks under thewheels.

4) Release the parking brake.When you return to your vehicle,you must remember to first applythe parking brake, then removethe wheel chocks.

WARNING

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CAUTION

PEDALS

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Clutch Pedal 11111The clutch pedal is used to disengage thedrive to the wheels when starting the en-gine, stopping, or shifting the transmissionlever. Depressing the pedal disengages theclutch.

Do not drive with your foot restingon the clutch pedal. It could resultin excessive clutch wear, clutchdamage, or unexpected loss of en-gine braking.

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Brake Pedal 22222Your MARUTI SUZUKI vehicle is equippedwith front disc brakes and rear drum brakes.Depressing the brake pedal applies bothsets of brakes.

You may hear occasional brake squealwhen you apply the brakes. This is anormal condition caused by environmen-tal factors such as cold, wet, snow, etc.

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GEAR LEVER

Your vehicle is equipped with a manualtransmission. The gear lever is shown. Fordetails on how to use the transmission,refer to "USING THE TRANSMISSION" inthe "OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE"section.

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WARNING

If brake squeal is excessive and occurseach time the brakes are applied, youshould have the brakes checked byyour MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.

Do not “ride” the brakes by apply-ing them continuously or restingyour foot on the pedal. This willresult in overheating of the brakeswhich could cause unpredictablebraking action, longer stopping dis-tances, or permanent brake damage.

Accelerator Pedal 33333This pedal controls the speed of the en-gine. Depressing the accelerator pedalincreases power output and speed.

WARNINGFUEL FILLER CAP

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The fuel filler cap (1) is located on the rightside of the vehicle.

To remove the fuel cap:1) Open the fuel filler door by inserting

the key and turning it clockwise.2) Remove the cap by turning it

counterclockwise.

EXAMPLE

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To install the fuel cap:1) Turn the cap clockwise to lock or until

you hear several clicks.2) Close the fuel filler door. Turn the key

counterclockwise to lock the door.

CAUTIONIf you need to replace the fuel cap,use only a cap specified for yourmodel. Using an improper fuel capcan cause a serious malfunction ofthe fuel system. You can get thecorrect replacement cap from yourMARUTI SUZUKI dealer.

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FOLDING SEATS (Driver's side only)

Reclining type front seats (if equipped)The front seats can be reclined. To reclinethe seatback, pull up the lever on the in-board side of the seat, move the seatbackto the desired position, and release thelever to lock the seatback in place.

Never drive the vehicle with the seatsfolded fully back. Seatbacks shouldalways be in a fairly upright positionwhen driving, or seat belt effective-ness may be reduced. Seat belts aredesigned to offer maximum protec-tion when seatbacks are in the fullyupright position.

WARNING

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2nd row fixed seat (if equipped)This seat is fixed firmly and cannot befolded.

EXAMPLE

3rd row fixed seat (if equipped)This seat is fixed firmly and cannot befolded.

WARNINGWhen returning a rear seat to the nor-mal position, make sure that move-ment of the seatback is unobstructedand the seatback is securely latched.

WARNING

Luggage or other cargo should bestowed in the luggage compartmentwith the rear seat in an upright po-sition, whenever possible. If youneed to carry cargo in the passen-ger compartment with the rear seatback folded forward, be sure tosecure the cargo or it may bethrown about, causing injury. Neverpile cargo higher than the seatbacks.

SUN VISOR

The sun visors can be pulled down toblock glare coming through the windscreen, or they can be unhooked andturned to the side to block glare comingthrough the side window.

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This light switch has three positions whichfunctions as described below:

11111 The light comes on and stays on re-gardless of whether the driver's door isopen or closed.

22222 The light comes on when the driver'sdoor is opened.

33333 The light remains off even when thedriver's door is opened.

CENTRE (if equipped)

INTERIOR LIGHT SWITCH

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This light switch has three positions whichfunctions as described below:

11111 The light comes on and stays on regard-less of whether the driver's door is openor closed.

22222 The light comes on when the driver's dooris opened.

33333 The light remains off even when thedriver's door is opened.

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3

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ASSIST GRIPS

WARNING

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Assist grips are provided for passengerconvenience.

Do not hang items on the assistgrips. They could obstruct thedriver’s view, resulting in an acci-dent, or could be thrown about inan accident or abrupt manoeuvre,causing injury.

BONNET

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To open the bonnet:

1) Pull the bonnet release handle locatedon the outboard side of the driver’sside of the instrument panel. This willdisengage the bonnet lock halfway.

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2) Push the under-bonnet release leverupwards with your finger, as shownin the illustration. While pushing thelever, lift up the bonnet.

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3) Continue to lift up the bonnet until it ishigh enough to support with the proprod.

Make sure the bonnet is fully closedand latched before driving. If it isnot, it can fly up unexpectedly dur-ing driving, obstructing your viewand resulting in an accident.

WARNING

ENGINE COMPARTMENT

To open the engine compartment:1) Adjusting the front seatback to the

fairly upright position.2) Slide the front seat to the rearmost

poistion.

NOTE:Refer to the "SEAT ADJUSTMENT" sec-tion for details on how to recline theseatback and how to slide the seat.

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3) Unhook the two lock lever on the frontend of the seat by pulling the bottomportion of the lock lever (1).

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4) Pull up the seat adjustment lever andhold it there, and raise the seatslowly.Be sure to keep the seat adjustmentlever pulled up until the seat is fullyraised.

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5) Different positions of the seat while thelever is holded as shown above.

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To close the engine compartment, reversethe procedure used to open the enginecompartment. Be sure to raise the seatadjustment lever fully and hold while low-ering the seat. After closing (push to lockthe lock lever) the engine compartment, tryto move the seat and seatback forwardand rearward to ensure that it is securelylatched.

Make sure that the driver's seat andseatback are properly adjusted andlocked before you start driving.

WARNING

FRAME HOOKS

A hook is provided on the front of thevehicle for use in emergency situations. Totow your vehicle on the road or highway,follow the instruction of "TOWING" in"EMERGENCY SERVICE" section.The shipping hooks are provided on boththe front and rear of the vehicle for ship-ping use.Do not use these shipping hooks for otherthan shipping purpose.

WARNING

Do not use these hooks to tow (orbe towed by) another vehicle on theroad or highway except in emer-gency situations.

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TYRE CHANGING TOOLS

The jack and jack handle are stowed inthe compartment under the bonnet.

To remove the jack, turn its shaft coun-terclockwise and pull the jack out of thestorage bracket. To stow the jack, placeit in the storage bracket and turn the shaftclockwise untill the jack is securely heldin place.

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WARNING

The jack should be used only tochange wheels. It is important toread the jacking instructions in the"Emergency service" section of thismanual before attempting to use thejack.

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WARNING

After using the jack, jack handle besure to stow them securely or theycan cause injury if an accident oc-curs.

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The spare tyre is stowed under the rearfloor.To remove the spare tyre:1) Loosen the spare tyre holder hook

bolt (1).2) Unhook the spare tyre holder and

lower it slowly.3) Remove the tyre.

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HIGH MOUNT STOP LAMP

High mount stop lamp is provided on backdoor. The stop lamp will glow when the brakepedal will be depressed.

To change the bulb of the stop lamp, removethe clips at both sides of the cover, bypressing the inner pin inside so that theclip gets loose and remove the bulb onturning it anticlock-wise

The rating of each bulb is 5W/12V.Thereare five bulbs in high mount stop lamp.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLEExhaust gas warning ............................................................. 7-1Daily inspection checklist ..................................................... 7-1Starting the engine ................................................................ 7-2Using the transmission ......................................................... 7-3Braking ..................................................................................... 7-4Running-in ............................................................................... 7-4Catalytic converter .................................................................. 7-5Improving fuel economy ...................................................... 7-6

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7-1

WARNING

EXHAUST GAS WARNING

Avoid breathing exhaust gases. Ex-haust gases contain carbon monox-ide, a potentially lethal gas that iscolourless and odorless. Since car-bon monoxide is difficult to detectby itself, be sure to take the follow-ing precautions to help preventcarbon monoxide from entering yourvehicle.• Do not leave the engine running

in garages or other confined ar-eas.

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• Do not park with the engine run-ning for a long period of time,even in an open area. If it isnecessary to sit for a short timein a parked vehicle with the en-gine running, make sure the airintake lever is set to “FRESHAIR” and the fan is at highspeed.

• Avoid operating the vehicle withthe rear door open. If it is nec-essary to operate the vehicle withthe rear door open, make sure allthe windows are closed, and thefan is at high speed with the airintake lever set to “FRESH AIR”.

• To allow proper operation of yourvehicle’s ventilation system, keepthe air inlet grille in front of thewindscreen clear of snow, leaves,or other obstructions at all times.

• Keep the exhaust tailpipe areaclear of snow and other materialto help reduce the buildup ofexhaust gases under the vehicle.This is particularly importantwhen parked in blizzard condi-tions.

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• Have the exhaust system in-spected periodically for damageand leaks. Any damage or leaksshould be repaired immediately.

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Before driving:1) Make sure that windshield, windows,

mirrors, lights, and reflectors are cleanand unobstructed.

2) Check the tyres.3) Look for fluid and oil leaks.

NOTE:It is normal for water to drip from theair conditioning system after use.

4) Adjust the seat and head restraint. (ifadjustable)

5) Check the brake pedal and the park-ing brake lever.

6) Adjust the mirrors.

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WARNING7) Make sure that you and passengers

have properly fastened the seat belts.8) Make sure that all warning lights come

on as the key is turned to the “ON”or “START” position.

9) Check all gauges.10) Make sure that the BRAKE FLUID

LEVEL WARNING light and the PARK-ING BRAKE INDICATOR light (ifequipped) are off after the parkingbrake is released.

Once a week, or each time you fill your fueltank, perform the following under-hood/en-gine compartment checks:1) Engine oil level.2) Coolant level.3) Brake fluid level.4) Windscreen washer fluid level.5) Battery solution level.6) Hood latch operation.

Pull the hood release handle inside thevehicle. Make sure that you can notopen the hood all the way without re-leasing the secondary latch. Be sureto close the hood securely after check-ing for proper latch operation. See “AllLatches, Hinges & Locks” of "BODY"in the “PERIODIC MAINTENANCESCHEDULE” in the “INSPECTION ANDMAINTENANCE” section for lubricationschedule.

Make sure the hood is fully closedand latched before driving. If it isnot, it can fly up unexpectedly dur-ing driving, obstructing your viewand resulting in an accident.

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Make sure that the parking brake isapplied fully and the transmission isin Neutral before attempting to startthe engine.

WARNING

STARTING THE ENGINE

Before starting the engine:1) Make sure the parking brake is ap-

plied fully.2) Manual Transmission – Shift into “N”

(Neutral) and depress the clutch pedalall the way to the floor.Hold it while starting the engine.

3) Start the engine according to the fol-lowing procedures:

CAUTION

• Stop turning the starter immedi-ately after the engine has startedor the starter system can be dam-aged.

• Do not crank the engine for morethan 15 seconds at a time. If theengine doesn’t start on the firsttry, wait about 15 seconds beforetrying again.

Cold and warm engineWith your foot off the accelerator pedal,crank the engine by turning the ignitionkey to “START”. Release the key when theengine starts.If the engine does not start after 15 sec-onds of cranking, wait about 15 seconds,and again crank. If the engine does notstart again wait for 15 seconds after everyattempt to crank. In case of failure ofstarting please consult MARUTI SUZUKIdealer.

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USING THE TRANSMISSION

Starting offTo start off, push in the clutch pedal andchange into 1st gear. After releasing theparking brake, gradually release the clutch.When you hear a change in the engine’ssound, slowly press the accelerator whilecontinuing to gradually release the clutch.

Gear changingAll forward gears are synchronized, whichprovides for quiet, easy changing. Alwayspush in the clutch pedal fully beforechanging gears.

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The table shows the maximum allowablespeed for each gear

Gear Maximumposition speed (kmph)

1 39

2 69

3 102

4 Top speed

5 Top speed

• Reduce your speed and changedown to a lower gear before go-ing down a long or steep hill. Alower gear will allow the engineto provide braking. Avoid ridingthe brakes or they may overheat,resulting in brake failure.

• When driving on slippery roads,be sure to slow down beforechanging down. Excessive and orsudden changes in engine speedmay cause loss of traction, whichcould cause you to lose control.

• Make sure that the vehicle is com-pletely stationary before youchange into reverse.

WARNING

• To help avoid clutch damage, donot use the clutch pedal as afootrest while driving or use theclutch to keep the vehicle station-ary on a hill. Depress the clutchfully when changing gear.

• When changing gears or startingoff, do not race the engine. Rac-ing the engine can shorten enginelife and prevent smooth operation.

CAUTION

To avoid shock Loads on the drive line, thedown shift must not exceed the following

Down Shift Maximumspeed (kmph)

2nd → 1st 10

3rd → 2nd 35

4th → 3rd 50

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BRAKING

The distance needed to bring any vehicleto a halt increases with the speed of thevehicle. The braking distance needed, forexample, at 60 km/h will be approximately4 times greater than the braking distanceneeded at 30 km/h. Start to brake thevehicle when there is plenty of distancebetween your vehicle and the stopping point,and slow down gradually.

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WARNING

If water gets into the brake drums,brake performance may become poorand unpredictable. After drivingthrough water or washing the under-side of the vehicle, test the brakeswhile driving at a slow speed to seeif they have maintained their normaleffectiveness. If the brakes are lesseffective than normal, dry them byrepeatedly applying the brakes whiledriving slowly until the brakes haveregained their normal effectiveness.

Servo assisted brakesYour vehicle has servo assisted brakes.If servo assistance is lost due to a stalledengine or other failures, the system is stillfully operational on reserve power and youcan bring the vehicle to a complete stopby pressing the brake pedal once andholding it down. The reserve power ispartly used up when you depress thebrake pedal and reduces each time thepedal is pressed. Apply smooth and evenpressure to the pedal. Do not pump thepedal.

WARNING

Even without reserve power in thebrake system, you can still stop thevehicle by pressing the brake pedalharder than normally required. How-ever, the stopping distance may belonger.

Do not switch off the engine whilevehicle is in motion. e.g. This willcause loss of vaccum assistanceleading to reduction of braking ofsubstantially.

WARNING

WARNINGOn loose surface where the wheelscan easily loose traction (such asgravel etc.) the stopping distance re-quired for your vehicle may be greaterthan for a comparable vehicle with aconvontional brake system. Allow forextra stopping distance when drivingon loose surface.

The future performance and reliabilityof the engine depends on the care andrestraint exercised during its early life.It is especially important to observe thefollowing precautions during the ini-tial 1000 kms of vehicle operation.• After starting, do not race the en-

gine. Warm it up gradually.• Avoid prolonged vehicle operation at

a constant speed. Moving parts willbreak in better if you vary your speed.

• Start off from a stop slowly. Avoidfull throttle starts.

• If possible, avoid hard braking, es-pecially during the first 320 kms ofdriving.

• Do not drive slowly with the trans-mission in a high gear.

• Drive the vehicle at moderate enginespeeds.

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CAUTION

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CAUTION

CATALYTIC CONVERTER

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The purpose of the catalytic converter isminimize the amount of harmful pollutants inyour vehicle exhaust. Use of leaded fuel invehicles equipped with catalytic convertersis prohibited, because lead deactivates thepollutant reducing components of the cata-lyst system.The converter is designed to last the life ofthe vehicle under normal usage and whenunleaded fuel is used. No special mainte-nance is required on the converter. How-ever, it is very important to keep the en-gine properly tuned. Engine misfiring, whichcan result from an improperly tuned engine,

may cause overheating of the catalyst. Thismay result in permanent heat damage to thecatalyst and other vehicle components.

To minimize the possibility of catalystor other vehicle damage:• Maintain the engine in the proper

operating condition.• In the event of an engine malfunc-

tion, particularly one involving en-gine misfire or other apparent lossof performance, have the vehicleserviced promptly.

• Do not turn off the engine or inter-rupt the ignition when the transmis-sion is in gear and the vehicle is inmotion.

• Do not try to start the engine bypushing or towing the vehicle, orcoasting down a hill.

• Do not idle the engine with anyspark plug wires disconnected orremoved, such as during diagnos-tic testing.

• Do not idle the vehicle for prolongedperiods if idling seems rough orthere are other malfunctions.

• Do not allow the fuel tank to getnear the empty level.

WARNING

Be careful where you park anddrive; the catalytic converter andother exhaust components can getvery hot. As with any vehicle, do notpark or operate this vehicle in areaswhere combustible materials such asdry grass or leaves can come incontact with a hot exhaust system.

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WARNINGNever drive the vehicle when the wa-ter level on the road is more than 300mm. Water may enter into the enginecausing damage in engine. It will notbe covered under warranty.

IMPROVING FUEL ECONOMY

The following instructions will help you toimprove fuel economy.

Avoid excessive idling:If you are to wait for more than a minutewhile you are parked, stop the engine andstart it again later. When warming up acold engine, do not allow the engine to idleor apply full throttle unitil the engine hasreached operating temperature. Allow theengine to warm up by driving.

Avoid “fast” starts:Fast starts away from lights or stop signswill consume fuel unnecessarily andshorten engine life. Start off slowly.

Avoid unnecessary stops:Avoid unnecessary deceleration and stop-ping. Try to maintain a slow, steady speedwhenever possible. Slowing down and thenaccelerating again uses more fuel.

Keep a steady cruising speed:Keep as constant a speed as road andtraffic conditions will permit.

Keep the air cleaner clean:A dirty air cleaner will cause too much fuelsupply to the engine for the amount of airbeing supplied. The result is waste of fueldue to incomplete combustion.

Keep weight to a minimum:The heavier the load, the more fuel thevehicle consumes. Take out any luggageor cargo when it is not necessary.

Keep tyre pressures correct:Underinflation of the tyres can waste fueldue to increased running resistance of thetyres. Keep your tyres inflated to the

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correct pressure shown on the label locatedbelow the driver’s side door latch striker.

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DRIVING TIPSHigh-speed driving ......................................................8-1Driving on hills ...........................................................8-1Driving on slippery roads .........................................8-2Driving on wet roads .................................................8-2Do’s and Dont’s for Safe Driving ...........................8-3

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WARNING

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HIGH-SPEED DRIVING

Wear Your Seat Belts at All Times.The driver and all passengersshould be properly restrained at alltimes, using the seatbeltsprovided. Refer to the“SEATBELTS” section forinstructions on proper use of theseat belts.Never drive while under theinfluence of alcohol or other drugs.Alcohol and drugs can seriouslyimpair your ability to drive safely,greatly increasing the risk of injuryto yourself and others. You shouldalso avoid driving when you aretired, sick, irritated, or under stress.

When driving at a high-speed, pay attentionto the following:

Stopping distance progressively increaseswith vehicle speed. Apply the brakes farenough ahead of the stopping point to allowfor the extra stopping distance.On rainy days, “Aquaplaning” can occur.“Aquaplaning” is the loss of direct contactbetween the road surface and the vehicle’styres due to a water film forming betweenthem. Steering or braking the vehicle while“Aquaplaning” can be very difficult, and lossof control can occur. Keep speed downwhen the road surface is wet.At high speeds, the vehicle may be af-fected by side winds. Therefore, reducespeed and be prepared for unexpected buf-feting, which can occur at the exits oftunnels, when passing by a cut of a hill,or when being overtaken by large vehicles,etc.

DRIVING ON HILLS

When climbing steep hills, the car maybegin to slow down and show a lack ofpower. If this happens, you shouldchange to a lower gear so that the en-gine will again be operating in its normalpower range. Change rapidly to preventthe car from losing momentum.When driving down a hill, the engine shouldbe used for braking by shifting to nextlower gear.

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CAUTION

WARNINGTry not to hold the brake pedal downtoo long or too often while goingdown a steep or long hill. This couldcause the brakes to overheat, result-ing in reduced braking efficiency.Failure to take this precaution couldresult in loss of vehicle control.

When descending a down hill, NEVERturn the ignition key to the “OFF” po-sition. Emission control system dam-age may result.

DRIVING ON SLIPPERY ROADS

Under wet road conditions you should driveat a lower speed than on dry roads due topossible slippage of tyres during braking.When driving on icy, snowcovered, or muddyroads, reduce your speed and avoid sud-den acceleration, abrupt braking, or sharpsteering movements.

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CAUTION

WARNING

Do not allow anyone to stand nearthe vehicle when you are rocking it,and do not spin the wheels fasterthan an indicated 40 km/h on thespeedometer. Personal injury and/orvehicle damage may result from spin-ning the wheels too fast.

Do not continue rocking the vehiclefor more than a few minutes. Pro-longed rocking can cause engineoverheating or transmission damage.

If Your Vehicle Gets StuckIf your vehicle gets stuck in snow, mud,or sand, follow the directions below:1) Change back and forth between first

gear and reverse. This will create arocking motion which may give youenough momentum to free the vehicle.Press gently on the accelerator tokeep wheel spin to a minimum. Re-move your foot from the acceleratorwhile changing gear.Do not race the engine. Excessivewheel spin will cause the tyres to digdeeper, making it more difficult to freethe vehicle.

2) If your vehicle remains stuck after afew minutes of rocking, get another ve-hicle to pull you out.

DRIVING ON WET ROADS

CAUTIONWhen driving on wet roads, avoiddriving through large amount ofstanding water on the road. Largeamount of water entering the enginecompartment may cause damage tothe engine and or electricalcomponents.If stuck in deep water, do not start tillwater level drops.Water is incompressible substance,water inside engine is harmful tothe engine.”

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WARNING

In addition to following the drivingtips in this section, it is important toobserve the following precautions.

Make sure your tyres are in goodcondition and always maintain thespecified tyre pressure. Refer to“TYRES” in the “INSPECTION ANDMAINTENANCE” section for details.Do not use tyres other than thosespecified by MARUTI SUZUKI.Never use different sizes or typesof tyres on the front and rearwheels. For information regarding

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the specified tyres, refer to the“SPECIFICATIONS” section.Never use oversize tyres or specialshock absorbers and springs to raise(jack up) your vehicle. This willchange the handling characteristics.After driving through water, test thebrakes while driving at a slow speedto see if they have maintained theirnormal effectiveness. If the brakes areless effective than normal, dry themby repeatedly applying the brakeswhile driving slowly until the brakeshave regained their normaleffectiveness.

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Do’s and Dont’s for Safe Driving

Exercise care in handling your vehicle. Beconscious of not only your own safety but alsothe safety of others on the road, and thus enjoythe best and most comfortable drivingexperience.

This section contains basic rules for safe driving.Read it carefully for good under-standing of thecontent so that you can enjoy safe and pleasantdriving in your Maruti Suzuki vehicle.

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Starting1) Adjust the driver’s seat for the proper

driving posture.2) Adjust the rear view mirror so as to obtain

the best possible rear view.3) Before moving off, look forward and back

to confirm safety.4) Don’t start quickly, since it is dangerous

and wastes fuel.

General driving1) Be sure to stop before the stop light and

stop sign. When moving into theinter-section without any traffic lights orsigns, drive slowly to confirm safety.

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2) Always follow other vehicles at a safedistance in order to prevent a rear-endcollision, in case the vehicle ahead makea sudden stop.

3) Turn ON the turn signal at least 30 metersbefore making a turn or chang-ing the laneso as not to be hit from behind.

4) Before entering a corner, decelerate to asafe speed. Don’t apply brakes duringcornering, or a cornering skid may occur.

5) When overtaking other vehicles, watch outfor the oncoming vehicle and care-fullyconfirm the safety.

6) Don’t attempt zigzag driving which willhinder your control over the vehicle andcause an accident.

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Braking1) Use the parking brake when parking your

vehicle and shift the gear shift lever intothe first gear or reverse gear position forthe sake of safety.

2) Don’t use handbraking unless una-void-able. It causes the vehicle to skid and arearend collision occur. It is especiallydangerous when the tyres are worn, forthey allow a larger skid.

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Use foot brake in three stages1. Warn the vehicle behind you2. Gradually apply the brake.3. Bring the vehicle to a halt.

3) When driving on a downhill, try not toapply the brake but use the engine brakeeffectively. Overuse of the foot-brake mayresult in total brake failure.

4) Avoid reckless high speed driving and tryto drive at a safe speed suitable for theroad conditions while maintaining a con-stant speed.

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5) The higher the speed, the narrower thedriver’s visual range becomes. In such astate, it is difficult to anticipate any haz-ard and the driver feels much fatigued.

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6) Never do sharp handling during highspeed driving. You will lose your controlover your vehicle.

7) When overtaking or changing the lanewhile driving at a high speed, keep anample vehicle-to-vehicle distance.

Long distance driving1) Be sure to perform safety checks before

starting a trip.2) Take rest at certain intervals to prevent

an accident which may occur when youare sleepy or tired.

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Night time driving1) Drive more slowly at night than in the

daytime, for the visual range is restrictedat night.

2) Don’t overtake other vehicles at night.Darkness bothers your sense of speedand hinders your judgement on the ve-hicle-to-vehicle distance.

3) Don’t use the high headlight beam unlessits use is inevitable. Its dazzle may blitzthe driver of the oncoming vehicle, thuscausing an accident.

4) Always keep the window glasses clean.Don’t operate the windshield wiper whenthe windshield glass is dry or the wiperblade and glass may get dam-aged.

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Margin For SafetyIt is important to allow yourself a margin forsafety during driving so that you can copewith erroneous or unexpected driving of otherdrivers. For that, observe the following.

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Drive at a safe speed.Maintain a sufficient distance betweenyour vehicle and the vehicle ahead.Don’t force yourself to overtake othervehicles.Don’t make quick start, hard steering orsudden stops.Allow an ample time in the driving sched-ule.Observe traffic rules and regulations.

ConclusionA perfect driver does not exist. The endeav-our of every motorist should be to strive forperfection. Safety consciousness not onlyensures your safety and the safety of otherroad users, it also helps reduce the wearand tear on your vehicle, prolongs its life,gives more mileage and ensures a comfort-able driving experience.

Follow the do’s and don’ts listed, anddriving will never be the same again.

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VEHICLE LOADING

VEHICLE LOADING

WARNING

Never overload your vehicle. Thegross vehicle weight (sum of theweights of the loaded vehicle, driver,and passengers) must never exceedthe Gross Vehicle Weight rating(GVWR).

WARNING

Always distribute cargo evenly. Toavoid personal injury or damage toyour vehicle, always secure cargo toprevent it from shifting if the vehiclemoves suddenly. Place heavier ob-jects on the floor and as far forwardin the cargo area as possible. Neverpile cargo higher than the top of theseat backs.

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCEMaintenance schedule ............................................. 10-1Periodic Maintenance Schedule ............................ 10-2Drive belt .................................................................. 10-7Engine oil and filter .............................................. 10-7Gear oil ................................................................... 10-10Engine coolant ...................................................... 10-11Windscreen washer fluid ..................................... 10-13Air cleaner .............................................................. 10-13Spark plugs ............................................................ 10-14Brakes ...................................................................... 10-15Steering ................................................................... 10-17Clutch pedal ........................................................... 10-17Tyres ........................................................................ 10-17Tubeless tyre .......................................................... 10-19Battery ..................................................................... 10-21Fuses ....................................................................... 10-22Bulb replacement .................................................. 10-23Wiper blades .......................................................... 10-26Air Conditioning System (if equipped) ............. 10-27


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WARNING

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You should take extreme care whenworking on your vehicle to preventaccidental injury. Here are a few pre-cautions that you should be espe-cially careful to observe:

Do not leave the engine runningin garages or other confinedareas.When the engine is running, keephands, clothing, tools, and otherobjects away from the fan andwater pump belt. Even though thefan may not be moving, it canautomatically turn on withoutwarning.When it is necessary to do servicework with the engine running,make sure that the parking brakeis applied fully and thetransmission is in Neutral.

Do not touch ignition wires orother ignition system parts whenstarting the engine or when theengine is running, or you couldreceive an electric shock.Be careful not to touch a hotengine exhaust manifold and pipes,muffler, radiator and water hoses.Do not allow smoking, sparks, orflames around gasoline or thebattery. Flammable fumes arepresent.Do not get under your vehicle if itis supported only with the portablejack provided in your vehicle.Be careful not to cause accidentalshort circuits between the positiveand negative battery terminals.Keep used oil, coolant, and otherfluids away from children and pets.Dispose of used fluids properly;never pour them on the ground,into sewers, etc.

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

The following table shows the times whenyou should perform regular maintenanceon your vehicle. This table shows inkilometres and months when inspections,adjustments, lubrication and other services.

CAUTION

Whenever it becomes necessary to re-place parts on your vehicle, it is rec-ommended that you use MARUTIgenuine replacement parts MGP.

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NOTE :This table includes services as scheduledupto 80,000 km mileage. Beyond 80,000km, carry out the same services at thesame intervals respectively.


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ENGINE1. Water pump drive belt (tension, wear) A I I I I I I R A I2. Engine coolant (level, leakage) I I I R I R I R I R3. Engine oil (SG+,SH,SJ OR SL) & Oil filter — — R R R R R R R R4. Cooling system hoses and connections

I I I I I I I I I I(leakage, damage)5. Engine bolts (All cylinder head and manifold fixings) — — T — T — T — T —6. Engine mounting (loose, damage) — — T — T — T — T —7. Valve clearance — A — A — A — A — A8. Camshaft timing belt (damage, wear) — — — I — I — I — I

Replace every 1,00,000 km9. Exhaust system (noise, leakage or

— I — I — I — I — Iotherwise defective)

10. Positive crankcase ventilation System— I — I — I — I — I(Hoses, connections and valve)

11. Damage on oil sump I I I I I I I I I I

IGNITION1. Ignition wiring, (damage, deterioration) — — — I — I — I — I2. Spark plugs (clean and adjust the gap) — — I R I R I R I R

“A” .... Adjust.“T” .... Tighten to specified torque.“R” .... Replace or change.“L” ..... Lubricate.

“I” ..... Inspect and correct or replace if necessary“C” .... Clean.“O” ... Rotate.

Note:This table includes services as scheduled up to 80,000 km mileage Beyond 80,000 km, carry out the same services at the same intervalsrespectively.

Interval:This interval should be judged byodometer reading or months,whichever comes first.

km (x 1,000)months

FREE INSPECTIONS1 5 101 6 12

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE AT COST20 30 40 50 60 70 8024 36 48 60 72 84 96

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FUEL1. Air cleaner Paved-road Clean every 5,000 km. Replace every 40,000 km.

Dusty condition Clean every 2,500 km. or as required. Replace every 40,000 km.More frequent replacement if dust condition is severe.

2. Accelerator cable and Throttle shafts — I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L3. Fuel tank cap, fuel lines & connections

— I — — — I — — — I(leakage, damage)4. Fuel filter (leakage) I I I I I R I I I R

CLUTCH AND TRANSMISSION1. Clutch pedal (play) I I I I I I I I I I2. Clutch slipping (dragging or excessive damage) I I I I I I I I I I3. Transmission and Differential oil

I I I R I R I R I R(level, leakage)4. Gear Shifter Cables I I I I I I I I I I

BRAKE1. Brake fluid (level, leakage) I I I R I R I R I R2. Brake pedal (pedal-to-wall clearance) I I I I I I I I I I3. Parking brake lever and cable (play, damage) I I I I I I I I I I4. Brake discs & pads (wear) — I I I I I I I I I5. Brake drums & shoes — — I I I I I I I I6. Master cylinder and wheel cylinder

I I I I I R I I I R(oil leakage, boot kit)7. Brake hoses and pipes (leakage, damage) I I I I I I I I I I


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WHEEL

1. Tyres (air pressure, abnormal wear, crack, ROTATION) I I&O I&O I&O I&O I&O I&O I&O I&O I&O2. Wheels (damage) I I I I I I I I I I3. Front wheel bearings (loose, damage) — I I I I I I I I I4. Rear wheel bearings (loose, damage) — I I I I I I I I I

FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION1. Suspension strut (oil leakage, damage) I I I I I I I I I I2. Suspension arms and knuckle supports (loose,damage) — I I I I I I I I I3. Rear spring (damage) — I I I I I I I I I4. Shock absorbers (oil leakage, damage) I I I I I I I I I I5. All bolts and nuts (loose) — T T T T T T T T T6. Suspension arms and Tension rods — I I I I I I I I I

STEERING1. Steering wheel (play, loose) I I I I I I I I I I2. All rods and arms (loose, damage, wear) I I I I I I I I I I3. Tilt Steering Operation (if equipped) I I I I I I I I I I

ELECTRICAL1. Battery electrolyte (level, leakage) I I I I I I I I I I2. Wiring harness connection (looseness, damage) — I I I I I I I I I3. Lighting system (operation, stains, damage) I I I I I I I I I I4. Horn (operation) I I I I I I I I I I5. System voltage — I I I I I I I I I6. Cigarette Ligher (if equipped) I I I I I I I I I I


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BODY & CHASSIS

1. All chassis bolts and nuts (tighten) — I T T T T T T T T

2. All Latches, Hinges & Locks (function) I I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L

3. Seat Belt Condition & Operation I I I I I I I I I I

4. Seat Latch, Lever & Knob Operation I I I I I I I I I I

5. Propeller Shaft I I I I I I I I I I

ROAD TEST

1. Operation of Brakes, Gear shifting & speedometer I I I I I I I I I I

2. Body and Chassis noise I I I I I I I I I I

AIR CONDITIONER (if equipped)

1. Check belt tension I I I I I I I I I I

2. Check receiver drier bubbles I I I I I I I I I I

3. Tighten compressor mounting bolts — T T T T T T T T T

4. Check all hose joints, tighten if necessary I I I I I I I I I I

5. Check functioning of Recir flap I I I I I I I I I I

6. Clean condenser with low pressure water I C C C C C C C C C

7. Check belt for frayed edges, change if necessary — I I I I I I I I I

8. Check all mounting bolts — I I I I I I I I I

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WARNING

DRIVE BELT

For this inspection, the vehicle must beraised and supported firmly. If you can notsupport the vehicle firmly, have this jobdone by your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.

Never get under the vehicle sup-ported only by the jack provided onyour vehicle. The vehicle not sup-ported firmly can fall down and youmay get injured or even death.

WARNING

When the engine is running, keephands, hair, clothing, tools, etc.away from the fan and drive belt.Even though the fan may not bemoving, it can automatically turn onwithout warning.

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Belt deflection5-7mm (0.20-0.28 in.)

Make sure the drive belt tension is cor-rect. If the belt is too loose, insufficientbattery charging, engine overheating, orexcessive belt wear can result. When youpress the belt with your thumb midwaybetween the pulleys, there should be adeflection between the specified values.

The belt should also be examined to en-sure that it is not damaged. If the beltneeds to be replaced or adjusted, haveit done by your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.

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Air conditioner belt

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Belt deflection8-11mm (0.31-0.43 in.)

ENGINE OIL AND FILTER

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UPPER

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Specified oilBe sure that the engine oil you use comesunder the quality classification of SG+, SH,SJ or SL. Select the appropriate oil viscos-ity according to the above chart.For temperatures above –4OF (–20OC), wehighly recommended you use SAE 5W30 oil.

Oil Level CheckIt is important to keep the engine oil at thecorrect level for proper lubrication of yourvehicle’s engine. Check the oil level with thevehicle on a level surface. The oil levelindication may be inaccurate if the vehicleis on a slope. The oil level should bechecked either before starting the engine orat least 5 minutes after stopping the engine.

Pull out the oil dipstick, wipe oil off witha clean cloth, insert the dipstick all theway into the engine, then remove it again.The oil on the stick should be between theupper and lower limits shown on the stick.If the oil level indication is near the lowerlimit, add enough oil to raise the level tothe upper limit.

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RefillingRemove the oil filler cap and pour oilslowly through the filler hole to bring theoil level to the upper limit on the dipstick.Be careful not to overfill. Too much oil isalmost as bad as too little oil. After re-filling, start the engine and allow it to idlefor about a minute. Stop the engine, waitabout 5 minutes and check the oil levelagain.

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EXAMPLE

Changing Engine Oil and FilterDrain the engine oil while the engine is stillwarm.1) Remove the oil filler cap.2) Place a drain pan under the drain

plug.3) Using a wrench, remove the drain

plug and drain out the engine oil.

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New and used oil can be hazardous.Children and pets may be harmed byswallowing new or used oil. Keepnew and used oil and used oil fil-ters away from children and pets.Continuous contact with used engineoil has been found to cause (skin)cancer in laboratory animals.Brief contact with used oil may ir-ritate skin.To minimize your exposure to usedoil, wear a long-sleeve shirt andmoistureproof gloves (such asdishwashing gloves) when changingoil. If oil contacts your skin, washthoroughly with soap and water.Launder any clothing or rags if wetwith oil.Recycle or properly dispose of usedoil and filters.

WARNING

4) Reinstall the drain plug and gasket.Tighten the plug with a wrench to thespecified torque

Tightening torque specification34.5±5N.m

(3.5±0.5Kg-m, 25.3±3.61b-ft).

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WARNING

The engine oil temperature may behigh enough to burn your fingerswhen the drain plug is loosened. Waituntil the drain plug is cool enough totouch with your bare hands.

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Replace the oil filter1) Using an oil filter wrench, turn the oil filter

counterclockwise and remove it.2) Using a clean rag, wipe off the mount-

ing surface on the engine where thenew filter will be seated.

3) Smear a little engine oil around the rub-ber gasket of the new oil filter.

4) Screw on the new filter by hand until thefilter gasket contacts the mountingsurface.

CAUTION

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To tighten the oil filter properly, it isimportant to accurately identify theposition at which the filter gasket firstcontacts the mounting surface.

5) Tighten the filter to the specified torqueusing an oil filter wrench.

Tightening torque specification14.0 ± 2 N-m

1. Oil filter2. Oil filter wrench

To prevent oil leakage, make sure thatthe oil filter is tight, but do not over-tighten it.

CAUTION

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Refill with oil and check for leaks.1) Pour oil through the filler hole and install

the filler cap.For the approximate capacity of the oil,refer to the “CAPACITIES” item in the“SPECIFICATIONS” section.

2) Start the engine and look carefully forleaks at the oil filter and drain plug. Runthe engine at various speeds for at least5 minutes.

3) Stop the engine and wait for 5 minutes.Check the oil level again and add oilif necessary. Check for leaks again.

CAUTIONWhen replacing the oil filter, it is rec-ommended that you use a MARUTIgenuine replacement filter.

Oil leaks from around the oil filter ordrain plug indicate incorrect installa-tion or gasket damage. If you find anyleaks or are not sure that the filter hasbeen properly tightened, have thevehicle inspected by your MARUTISUZUKI dealer.

CAUTION

GEAR OIL

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Specified Gear OilWhen replacing gear oil, use the appro-priate viscosity and grade as shown in thechart below and quantity shown in the"SPECIFICATIONS" section. We highly rec-ommend you use SAE 75W-90 gear oil.(SAE 80W-90 for differential).

API GRADE

ManualGL-4transmission

Differential GL-5(Hypoid gear oil)

75W-90

80W-90

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Tightening torque (1,2):2.4 kg-m (17.0 lb-ft)

Manual Transmission

2

1

1 Oil filler and level plug2 Oil drain plugGear oil level checkThe manual transmission and differentialsare lubricated with gear oil. To check thegear oil level in of the above locations usethe following procedure:1) Park the vehicle on a level surface with

the parking brake applied. The stop theengine.

2) Remove the oil filler plug 1.3) If the oil level comes upto the bottom

of the oil filler plug hole, the oil levelis correct. If so, reinstall the plug.

4) If the oil level is low, add gear oilthrough the oil filler plug hole 1 untilthe oil level reaches the bottom of theoil filler hole, then reinstall the plug.


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WARNING

After driving the vehicle, the gear oiltemperature may be high enough toburn you. Wait until the oil filler plugis cool enough to touch with yourbare hands before inspecting or re-placing gear oil.

09-76A071A

When tightening these plugs, applysealing compound to the plugthreads to prevent oil leakage, andtighten them to the specified torqueshown in the diagram.

CAUTION

1 Oil Filler and level plug.2 Oil drain plug.

Coolant Level CheckCheck the coolant level at the reservoirtank, not at the radiator. With the enginecool, the coolant level should be betweenthe “FULL” and “LOW” marks.

Adding CoolantIf the Coolant level is below the “LOW”mark, more coolant should be added.Remove the reservoir tank cap and addcoolant until the reservoir tank levelreaches the “FULL” mark. Never fill thereserve tank above the “FULL” mark.

ENGINE COOLANT

09-77A025A

09-60A208A

EXAMPLE

FULL

LOW

Gear oil changeTo change the gear oil in manual trans-mission or differential, use the followingprocedure:1) Remove the oil filler plug 1.2) Remove the drain plug 2, drain the

oil, and reinstall the drain plug.3) Pour new gear oil of the specified

type through the oil filler hole until theoil level reaches the bottom of the oilfiller hole.

4) Reinstall the oil filler plug.

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CAUTIONWhen adding or replacing coolant,use a high quality ethylene glycolantifreeze diluted with distilledwater. If the lowest ambienttemperature in your area isexpected to be -150C (50F) orabove, make the antifreezeconcentration of the mixture youuse at least 30% but no more than50%. If –160C (30F) or below, makethe concentration at least 50%. Ifthe 50% concentration does notprovide adequate protectionagainst freezing, follow theinstructions on the antifreezecontainer to obtain the desiredfreezing point.When putting the cap on thereservir tank, line up the arrow onthe cap and the arrow on the tank,or coolant can leak out.

For regular maintenance, you do not needto remove the radiator cap.But, if you need to remove the radiatorcap for some reason, do as follows:

When the engine is cool, remove theradiator cap by turning it slowly to the leftuntil a "stop" is felt. Do not press downwhile turning the cap. Wait until any pres-sure is released, then press down on thecap and continue turning it anticlockwise.

09-60G099A

WARNING

It is hazardous to remove the radia-tor cap when the water temperatureis high, because scalding fluid andsteam may be blown out under pres-sure. Wait until the coolant tempera-ture has lowered before removing thecap.

Coolant Replacementif you simply drain and refill the coolingsystem, much air will be trapped in thecooling system and the engine will beoverheated.

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CAUTION

The air trapped in the cooling system mustbe bleed when filling coolant. Trust this jobto your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.

Do not drive the vehicle with the airtrapped in the cooling system. If youdo, the engine will overheat and canbe damaged.

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EXAMPLE

WARNING

CAUTION

WINDSCREEN WASHER FLUID

Check that there is washer fluid in thetank. Refill it if necessary. Use a goodquality windscreen washer fluid, diluted withwater as necessary.

Front (and Rear if equipped)

Do not use “anti-freeze” solution inthe windscreen washer reservoir.This can severely impair visibilitywhen sprayed on the windscreen,and also damage your vehicle’spaint.

Damage may result if the washermotor is operated with no fluid inthe washer tank.

09-77A072A

AIR CLEANER

09-76A064A

If the air cleaner is clogged with dust, in-take resistance will be increased with aresultant decrease in power output andincrease in fuel consumption.

Check and clean periodically according tothe following procedure:1. Take off the air cleaner case cover.

Remove the element from the aircleaner case cover.

2. This air cleaner element is of drytype. Remember that it needs clean-ing according to the following method.

3. Blow off dust on cleaner element bycompressed air from inside the ele-ment, or replace the element asnecessary.

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SPARK PLUGS

09-76A007A

You should inspect spark plugs periodicallyfor carbon deposits. When carbon accumu-lates on a spark plug, a strong spark maynot be produced. Remove carbon depos-its with a wire or pin and adjust the sparkplug gap.

09-76A008A

CORRECT

WRONG

CAUTION

To access the spark plugs,1. disconnect the coupler while pushing

the release lever,2. remove the bolts, and3. pull the spark plug boots.

When disconnecting the sparkplug cables, pull on the boot, noton the cable itself. Pulling on thecable can damage it.

Continued

Spark plug Tightening torque20.0 - 30.0 N-m(2.0 - 3.0 kg-m, 15.0-22.0 lb-ft)

TIGHTEN

LOOSEN

09-76A009A

When installing the spark plugs,screw them in with your fingers toavoid stripping the threads. Tightenwith a torque wrench to thespecified torque. Do not allowcontaminants to enter the enginethrough the spark plug holes whenthe plugs are removed.Never use spark plugs with thewrong thread size.

Continued

09-60B307A

When replacing spark plugs, youshould use the brand and type speci-fied for your vehicle. For the speci-fied plugs, refer to the “SPECIFICA-TIONS” section at the end of thisbook.

CAUTION

0.8 ~ 0.9 mm


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NOTE:If your engine is equipped with the high-tension cord type ignition wiring and youexperience some firing problem of sparkplugs, such as, hard engine-starting, mis-fire etc., the cause may be located notonly on spark plugs but also on deterio-rated ignition wirings (generally, used formore than 80,000 km or five years). Ifspark plug replacement does not solve theproblem, have the ignition wiring and otherignition system inspected by your MARUTISUZUKI dealer.

Brake FluidCheck the brake fluid level by looking at thereservoir in the engine compartment. Checkthat the fluid level is between the “MAX” and“MIN” lines. If the brake fluid level is nearthe “MIN” line, fill it up to the “MAX” linewith MARUTI GENUINE brake fluid.

BRAKES

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WARNING

Failure to follow the guidelines belowcan result in personal injury or seri-ous damage to the brake system.

Continued

If the brake fluid in the reservoirdrops below a certain level, thebrake warning light on theinstrument cluster will come on (theengine must be running with theparking brake fully disengaged).Should the light come on,immediately ask your MARUTISUZUKI dealer to inspect the brakesystem.A rapid fluid loss indicates a leakin the brake system which shouldbe inspected by your MARUTISUZUKI dealer immediately.

WARNING

Continued

MAXMIN

Brake fluid can harm your eyes anddamage painted surfaces. Usecaution when refilling the reservoir.Do not use any fluid other thanMARUTI GENUINE brake fluid. Donot use reclaimed fluid or fluidthat has been stored in old oropen containers. It is essentialthat foreign particles and otherliquids are kept out of the brakefluid reservoir.

Continued

NOTE:With disc brakes, the fluid level can beexpected to gradually fall as the brake padswear.

Brake PedalCheck if the brake pedal stops at the regu-lar height without “spongy” feeling when youdepress it. If not, have the brake systeminspected by your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.If you doubt the brake pedal for the regularheight, check it as follows:

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Pedal to wall minimum distance (A)

145 mm (5.7 in.)

With the engine running, measure the dis-tance between the brake pedal and floorwall when the pedal is depressed with ap-proximately 30 kg (66 lbs) of force. Theminimum distance required is as specified.Since your vehicle’s brake system is self-adjusting, there is no need for pedal ad-justment. If the pedal to floor wall distanceas measured above is less than the mini-mum distance required, have your vehicleinspected by your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.

09-60A225A

(A)

NOTE:When measuring the distance between thebrake pedal and floor wall, be sure not toinclude the floor mat or rubber on the floorwall in your measurement.

WARNINGIf you experience any of the follow-ing problems with your vehicle’sbrake system, have the vehicle in-spected immediately by your MARUTISUZUKI dealer.

Poor braking performanceUneven braking (Brakes notworking uniformly on all wheels.)Excessive pedal travelBrake draggingExcessive noisePedal pulsation (Pedal pulsateswhen depressed.)

09-60A226A

20 kg(44 lbs)

(B)

Ratchet tooth specification (B)

4th – 7th

Parking brakeCheck the parking brake for proper adjust-ment by counting the number of clicksmade by the ratchet teeth as you slowlypull up on the parking brake lever to thepoint of full engagement. The parkingbrake lever should stop between the speci-fied ratchet teeth and the rear wheelsshould be securely locked. If the parkingbrake is not properly adjusted or thebrakes drag after the lever has been fullyreleased, have the parking brake inspectedand/or adjusted by your MARUTI SUZUKIdealer.


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STEERING

(C)

Steering wheel play (C)

0 – 30 mm (0.0 – 1.2 in.)

Check the play of the steering wheel by gentlyturning it from left to right and measuring thedistance that it moves before you feel slight re-sistance. The play should be between the speci-fied values. Check that the steering wheel turnseasily and smoothly without rattling by turning itall the way to the right and to the left while drivingvery slowly in an open area. If the amount offree play is outside the specification or you findanything else to be wrong, an inspection mustbe performed by your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.

09-60B163A

09-60G107A

Clutch pedal play (D)

10 – 15 mm (0.4 – 0.6 in.)

Measure the clutch pedal play by movingthe clutch pedal with your hand andmeasuring the distance it moves until youfeel slight resistance. The play in theclutch pedal should be between specifiedvalues. If the play is more or less thanthe above, or clutch dragging is felt withthe pedal fully depressed, have the clutchinspected by your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.

TYRES

09-77A029A

(D)

CLUTCH PEDAL

The front and rear tyre pressure specifica-tions for your vehicle are listed on the TyreInformation Label which is located on thedriver's door lock pillar. Both the front andrear tyres should have the specified tyrepressure.

Tyre InspectionInspect your vehicle’s tyres periodically byperforming the following checks:

1) Measure the air pressure with a tyregauge. Adjust the pressure if necessary.

Air pressures should be checkedwhen the tyres are cold or youmay get inaccurate readings.Check the inflation pressure fromtime to time while inflating the tyregradually, until the specifiedpressure is obtained.Never underinflate or overinflatethe tyres.Underinflation can cause unusualhandling characteristics or cancause the rim to slip on the tyrebead, resulting in an accident ordamage to the tyre or rim.Overinflation can cause the tyre toburst, resulting in personal injury.Overinflation can also causeunusual handling characteristicswhich may result in an accident.

WARNING

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2) Check that the depth of the tread grooveis more than 1.6 mm (0.06 in). To helpyou check this, the tyres have moulded-in tread wear indicators in the grooves.When the indicators appear on the treadsurface, the remaining depth of the treadis 1.6 mm (0.06 in) or less and the tyreshould be replaced.

3) Check for abnormal wear, cracks anddamage. Any tyres with cracks or otherdamage should be replaced. If any tyresshow abnormal wear, have them in-spected by your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.

Hitting curbs and running over rockscan damage tyres and affect wheelalignment. Be sure to have tyres andwheel alignment checked periodicallyby your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.

4) Check for loose wheel nuts.5) Check that there are no nails, stones,

or other objects sticking into the tyres.

WARNING

WARNING

Your MARUTI SUZUKI is equippedwith tyres which are all the same typeand size. This is important to ensureproper steering and handling of thevehicle. Never mix tyres of differentsize or type on the four wheels ofyour vehicle. The size and type oftyres used should be only thoseapproved by MARUTI SUZUKI as stan-dard or optional equipment for yourvehicle.

Replacing the wheels and tyresequipped on your vehicle with cer-tain combinations of aftermarketwheels and tyres can significantlychange the steering and handlingcharacteristics of your vehicle.Therefore, use only those wheel andtyre combinations approved byMARUTI SUZUKI as standard or op-tional equipment for your vehicle.

WARNING

CAUTION

Replacing the original tyres with tyresof a different size may result in falsespeedometer or odometer readings.Check with your MARUTI SUZUKIdealer before purchasing replacementtyres that differ in size from theoriginal tyres.

Tread wear indicator

Indicator locationmark


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09-65D112A

Tyre Rotation

To avoid uneven wear of your tyres and toprolong their life, rotate the tyres as illustrated.Tyres should be rotated as mentioned inperiodic maintenance schedule. After rotation,adjust front and rear tyre pressures to thespecification listed on your vehicle’s TyreInflation Pressure Label.

6. Never run the tyre beyond TWI (Treadwear indicator). The tyre isrecommended to be replaced whenthe remaining tread has worn to thispoint. The indicators are spacedacross the tread around the tyremarked by a triagular symbol (TWI).

7. Always prefer tubeless tyre mountingmachine. In case of manual mounting-tyre/wheel rim damage may occur.

8. In case of any problem, please get intouch with MARUTI SUZUKIauthorised dealer.

Wheel BalancingIf the vehicle vibrates abnormally on smoothroad, have the wheel balanced at MarutiSuzuki Authorized Workshop.

Wheel AlignmentIn case of abnormal tyre wear or pullingtowards one side, have the wheel aligned atMaruti Suzuki Authorized Workshop.

Tubeless TyresThe vehicle is equipped with TubelessTyres. In tubeless tyre, a thin layer of butylrubber is used for lining the inside of thetubeless tyre. This layer is to prevent air lossand fulfilling the purpose of tube. The airpressure is maintained by the sealingbetween tyre bead and wheel rim. Tubelesstyres are having advantage of slow air lossand preventing sudden deflation whiledriving.

Care and maintenance tips for tubelesstyres1. Always maintain recommended

inflation pressure. Driving continouslyat low inflation pressure can lead totyre damage.

2. In case any leakage is found, checkfor any nail penetration/valve coredamage or rim bent. Damaged wheelmust not be used.

3. In case tyre has run at low pressue, itmust be inspected for any defect.

4. Whenver new tyre is fitted, replace thevalve.

5. If continous high speed driving isrequired, increase tyres pressure by5 psi over recommended inflationpressure.

09-77A066A

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Changing WheelsTo change a tyre, use the following proce-dure:1) Remove the jack, tools and spare tyre

from the vehicle.To remove the spare tyre under the rearfloor, loosen the support bolt (1), unhookthe tyre holder and lower it slowly.

2) Loosen, but do not remove the wheel nuts.3) Jack up the vehicle (follow the jacking

instructions in the EMERGENCY SERVICEsection in this manual).

4) Remove the wheel nuts and tyre.5) Before installing the new wheel, clean any

mud or dirt off from the surface of the wheeland hub with a clean cloth. Clean the hubcarefully; it may be hot from driving.

6) Install the new tyre and replace the wheelnuts with their cone shaped end facing thewheel. Tighten each nut snugly by handuntil the wheel is securely seated on thehub.

NOTE:Ensure that support bolt (1) is tightendproperly after spare wheel is placed backat its position, under the rear floor.

(1)

09-77A055A

09-77A067A

Wheel Tightening Torque

85 N-m or

8.5 kg-m (61.5 lb-ft)

7) Lower the jack and fully tighten the nutsto the specified torque in a crisscrossfashion with a wrench as shown in theillustration.

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w WARNINGUse MARUTI genuine wheel nuts andtighten them to the specified torqueas soon as possible after changingwheels. Incorrect wheel nuts orimproperly tightened wheel nuts maycome loose or fall off, which canresult in an accident. If you do nothave a torque wrench, have thewheel nut torque checked by anauthorized MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.

BATTERY

WARNINGBatteries produce flammable hydro-gen gas. Keep flames and sparksaway from the battery or an explosionmay occur. Never smoke when work-ing in the vicinity of the battery.

WARNINGWhen checking or servicing the bat-tery, disconnect the negative cable. Becareful not to cause a short circuit byallowing metal objects to contact thebattery posts and the vehicle at thesame time.

WARNING

To avoid harm to yourself or damageto your vehicle or battery, follow thejump starting instructions in the"EMERGENCY SERVICE" section ofthis manual if it is necessary to jumpstart your vehicle.

The level of the battery solution must be keptbetween the "MAX" and the "MIN" level linesat all times. If the level is found to be belowthe “MIN” level line, add distilled water to the“MAX” level line.

09-60A238A

Type 1

MIN

MAX

54G118

Type 2

You should periodically check the battery,battery terminals, and battery hold-downbracket for corrosion. Remove corrosionusing a stiff brush and ammonia mixed withwater, or baking soda mixed with water.After removing corrosion, rinse with cleanwater.

If your vehicle is not going to be driven fora month or longer, disconnect the cable fromthe negative terminal of the battery to helpprevent discharge.

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FUSES

1 Main fuse2 Ignition fuse3 Primary fuse (Lighting system)4 Blower fuse5 Radiator fan motor fuse6 Starter Fuse7 A/C fuse (If equipped)8 Fuel injection system fuse

76A-030-B0E

EXAMPLE

1 3 5 76 82 4

09-76A0101A

Your vehicle has three types of fuses, asdescribed below :

Main Fuse - The main fuse takes currentdirectly from the battery.

Primary Fuse - These fuses are betweenthe main fuse and individual fuses, and arefor electrical load groups.

Individual Fuses - These fuses are forindividual electrical circuits.

Main Fuse and Primary FusesThe main fuse and primary fuses arelocated in the engine compartment. If themain fuse blows, no electrical component will

function. If a primary fuse blows, no elec-trical component in the corresponding loadgroup will function. When replacing the mainfuse or a primary fuse, use a genuineMARUTI replacement.

If the main fuse or a primary fuseblows, be sure to have your vehicleinspected by an authorized MARUTISUZUKI dealer. Always use a genuineMARUTI replacement. Never use a sub-stitute such as a wire even for a tem-porary repair, or extensive electricaldamage and a fire can result.

WARNING

EXAMPLE

CNG VLV

7.5A

CNG

7.5A 15A

AMB


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09-77A047A 09-75F058A

Fuse BoxThe fuse fox is located under the driver’sside of the dashboard. Remove the fuse boxcover by pushing in at both ends and pull-ing off the cover. To remove a fuse, usethe fuse puller provided in the fuse box.

Fuse box

09-76A011A

Always be sure to replace a blownfuse with a fuse of the correct am-perage. Never use a substitute suchas aluminium foil or wire to replacea blown fuse. If you replace a fuseand the new one blows in a shortperiod of time, you may have a majorelectrical problem. Have your vehicleinspected immediately by yourMARUTI SUZUKI dealer.

NOTE:Make sure that the fuse box always carriesspare fuses.

WARNING

09-60A243A

09-65D046A

EXAMPLE

BLOWN

OK

OK BLOWN

BULB REPLACEMENT

WARNING

Light bulbs can be hot enough toburn your finger right after beingturned off. This is true especiallyfor halogen headlight bulbs.Replace the bulbs after theybecome cool enough.The headlight bulbs are filled withpressurized halogen gas. Theycan burst and injure you if theyare hit or dropped. Handle themcarefully.

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The oils from your skin may causea halogen bulb to overheat andburst when the lights are on. Graspa new bulb with a clean cloth.

CAUTION

Frequent replacement of a bulb in-dicates the need for an inspectionof the electrical system. This shouldbe carried out by your MARUTISUZUKI dealer.

CAUTION

09-60G328A

Rear Interior Light (if equipped)Pull down the lens by using a plane screwdriver covered with a soft cloth as shown.To install it, simply push it back in.

The bulb can be removed by simply pullingit out.

09-81A093A

Interior LightPress the front part of the lens toward youand pull down the lens. To install it, simplypush it back in.

The bulb can be removed by simply pullingit out. When replacing the bulb, make surethat the contact springs are holding the bulbsecurely.

09-60B187A

HeadlightsOpen the bonnet. Remove the socket andrubber cover. Then unhook the bulb hold-ing spring and replace the bulb.


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To remove a round bulb from a bulb holder,push in the bulb and turn it counterclock-wise. To install a new bulb, push it in andturn it clockwise.

To remove a bulb holder from a light hous-ing, turn the holder counterclockwise and pullit out. To install the holder, push the holderin and turn it clockwise. You can accessthe individual bulb holders as described onthe next page:

09-60A252A

Round bulb removal

09-60A251A

Front Clearance/Turn Signal Light, SideTurn Signal Light, rear CombinationLight, Registration Plate Light, etc.Two types (small oval and round) of bulbare used for these lights. To remove andinstall a small oval bulb, simply pull out orpush in the bulb.

Small oval bulb remove

83B024

09-77A060A

Front clearance/turn signal lights

Rear combination light

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WIPER BLADES

If the wiper blades become brittle or dam-aged, or make streaks when wiping, replacethe wiper blades.To install new wiper blades, follow the pro-cedures below.

To avoid scratching or breaking thewindow, do not let the wiper armstrike the window while replacing thewiper blade.

CAUTION

NOTE :Some wiper blades may be different fromthe ones described here depending onvehicle specifications. If so, consult MARUTISUZUKI dealer for proper replacementmethod.

For windshield wipers:1. Hold the wiper arm away from the win-

dow.

09-60A258A

09-60B191A

09-75F087A

License Plate Light

Side Turn Signal Light

09-60A259A

09-60A260A

3. Pull the locked end of the wiper blade firmlyto unlock the blade and slide the blade outas shown.

B

A

2. Squeeze lock lever A towards wiper armB and remove the wiper frame from thearm shown.


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4. If the new blade is provided without thetwo metal retainers, move them from theold blade to the new one.

Retainer

INSTALLATION

5. Install the new blade in the reverse or-der of removal, with the locked end po-sitioned toward the wiper arm. Make surethe blade is properly retained by all thehooks. Grasp the blade near the lockedend and pull in the direction of the arrowsto lock the end into place.

6. Reinstall wiper frame to arm, making surethat the lock lever is snapped securelyinto the arm.

09-60A262A

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (ifequipped)

If you do not use the air conditioner for along period, such as during winter, it maynot give the best performance when you startusing it again. To help maintain optimumperformance and durability of your air con-ditioner, it needs to be run periodically.Operate the air conditioner at least once amonth for one minute with the engine idling.This circulates the refrigerant and oil andhelps protect the internal components.

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EMERGENCY SERVICE

EMERGENCY SERVICEJacking instruction .................................................. 11-1Jump starting instruction ...................................... 11-2Towing....................................................................... 11-4Emergency remedies .............................................. 11-4Warning Triangle ..................................................... 11-6

EMERGENCY SERVICE

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JACKING INSTRUCTIONS

10-75F062A

10-77A036A

1) Place the vehicle on level, hard ground.2) Apply the parking brake firmly and

change into "R" (Reverse). Chock thefront and rear of the wheel diagonallyopposite of the wheel being lifted.

3) Turn on the hazard warning flasher ifyou vehicle is near traffic.

4) Position the jack vertically and raise thejack by turning the jack handle clockwiseuntil the jack head recess fits the jack-ing point.

5) Continue to raise the jack slowly andsmoothly until the tyre clears the ground.Do not raise the vehicle more than nec-essary.Front wheel

WARNING

Use the jack only to changewheels on level, hard ground.Never jack up the vehicle on aninclined surface.Never raise the vehicle with the jackin a location other than under thespecified jacking point (shown inthe illustration) near the wheel tobe changed.Make sure that the jack is raisedat least 2 inches (51 mm) beforeit contacts the suspension armboss. Use of the jack when it iswithin 2 inches of being fullycollapsed may result in failure ofthe jack.Never get under the vehicle whenit is supported by the jack.Never run the engine when thevehicle is supported by the jackand never allow passengers toremain in the vehicle.

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CAUTION

JUMP STARTING INSTRUCTIONS

Never attempt to jump start yourvehicle if the battery appears to befrozen. Batteries in this conditionmay explode or rupture if jumpstarting is attempted.When making jump leadconnections, be certain that yourhands and the jump leads remainclear from pulleys, belts, or fans.Batteries produce flammablehydrogen gas. Keep flames andsparks away from the battery or anexplosion may occur. Never smokewhen working in the vicinity of thebattery.If the booster battery you use forjump starting is installed in anothervehicle, make sure the two vehiclesare not touching each other.If your battery dischargesrepeatedly, for no apparent reason,have your vehicle inspected by anauthorized MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.To avoid harm to yourself ordamage to your vehicle or battery,follow the jump startinginstructions below precisely and inorder. If you are in doubt, call forqualified road service.

WARNING

10-77A037A

Rear wheel Lateral rod

Do not fit the jack to the lateral rodnear the rear axle. The lateral rodmay be damaged.

11-2

10-76A012A

CAUTION

Your vehicle should not be started bypushing or towing. This startingmethod could result in permanentdamage to the catalytic converter.Use jump leads to start a vehicle witha weak or flat battery.

When jump starting your vehicle, use thefollowing procedure:1) Use only a 12 volt battery to jump start

your vehicle. Position the good 12V bat-tery close to your vehicle so that the jumpleads will reach both batteries. When usinga battery installed on another vehicle, DONOT LET THE VEHICLES TOUCH. Ap-ply the parking brakes fully on both ve-hicles.

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10-60A269A

2) Turn off all vehicle accessories, exceptthose necessary for safety reasons (forexample, headlights or hazard lights).

3) Make jump lead connections as follows:a) Connect one end of the first jump lead

to the positive (+) terminal of the flatbattery.

b) Connect the other end to the positive(+) terminal of the booster battery.

c) Connect one end of the second jumplead to the negative (-) terminal of thebooster battery.

d) Make the final connection to an un-painted, heavy metal part of the engineof the vehicle with the flat battery.

10-76A037A

Never connect the jump lead directlyto the negative (-) terminal of the dis-charged battery, or an explosion mayoccur.

4) If the booster battery you are using isfitted to another vehicle, start the engineof the vehicle with the booster battery. Runthe engine at moderate speed.

5) Start the engine of the vehicle with theflat battery.

6) Remove the jump leads in the exact re-verse order in which you connectedthem.

09-76A019A

WARNING

EXAMPLE ENGINE HOOK

CHARGED BATTERY FLAT BATTERY

11-3

MIN

MAX

TOWING

If you need to have your vehicle towed,contact a professional service. Your dealercan provide you with detailed towing in-struction.

To help avoid damage to your vehicleduring towing, proper equipmentand towing procedures must beused.

CAUTION

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Manual TransmissionYour vehicle can be towed from the rear withthe rear wheels lifted and the front wheelson the ground, provided the ignition key isturned to the "ACC" position to unlock thesteering wheel, and the front wheels are facingstraight forward and the steering wheel issecured with a steering wheel clampingdevice designed for towing.

If your vehicle is towed from the front withthe front wheels lifted, be sure to secure therear wheels on a towing dolly.

EMERGENCY REMEDIES

CAUTION If the Starter Does Not Operate:1) Try turning the ignition switch to the

“START” position with the headlights turnedon to determine the battery condition. Ifthe headlights go excessively dim or gooff, it usually means that either the bat-tery is flat or the battery terminal contactis poor. Recharge the battery or correctbattery terminal contact as necessary.

2) If the headlights remain bright, check thefuses. If the reason for failure of thestarter is not obvious, there may be amajor electrical problem. Have the vehicleinspected by your authorized MARUTISUZUKI dealer.

If the Engine OverheatsThe engine could overheat temporarily un-der severe driving conditions. If the enginecoolant temperature indicator indicates over-heating during driving:

1) Turn off the air conditioner, if equipped.2) Take the vehicle to a safe place and park.3) Let the engine run at normal idle speed

for a few minutes until the indicator isstops glowing.

If you see or hear escaping steam,stop the vehicle in a safe place andimmediately turn off the engine to letit cool. Do not open the hood whensteam is present. When the steam canno longer be seen or heard, open thehood to see if the coolant is still boil-ing. If it is, you must wait until itstops boiling before you proceed.

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Towing your vehicle with the drivewheels on the ground can result indamage to the manual transmission.

WARNING

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WARNING

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It is hazardous to remove the radia-tor cap when the coolant tempera-ture is high, because scalding fluidand steam may be blown out underpressure. The cap should only betaken off when the coolant tempera-ture has lowered.

To help prevent personal injury, keephands, tools and clothing away fromthe engine cooling fan. It can auto-matically turn on without warning.

In case of vehicle breakdown or duringemergency stopping where your vehiclecould become a potential traffic hazard, keepthe warning triangle, provided with yourvehicle, on the road free from any obstaclesbehind your vehicle so as to warn theapproaching traffic, at an approximatedistance of 50-100 m, the reflecting side ofthe triangle should face the on coming traffic.Please activate the hazard warning lampsbefore alighting the vehicle to keep thewarning triangle.

WARNING TRIANGLE

EXAMPLEIf the temperature indication does not stopsglowing

1) Turn off the engine and check that thewater pump belt and pulleys are not dam-aged or slipping. If any abnormality isfound, correct it.

2) Check the coolant level in the reservoir.If it is found to be lower than the “LOW”line, look for leaks at the radiator, waterpump, and radiator and heater hoses. Ifyou locate any leaks that may havecaused the overheating, do not run theengine until these problems have beencorrected.

3) If you do not find a leak, carefully addcoolant to the reservoir and then the ra-diator, if necessary. (Refer to “ENGINECOOLANT” in the “INSPECTION ANDMAINTENANCE” section.)

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• Remove the warning triangle carefully fromthe cover as shown by arrow 1.

• Open both the reflector arms as shownby arrows 2 and lock the arms witheach other with the clip provided in theright arm. Open the bottom stand incounter clock-wise direction as shownby arrow 3. Position the warning trianglebehind the vehicle on a plain surface.

• Reverse the removal procedure forkeeping inside the cover.

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BODY WORK CARE

CORROSION PREVENTIONIt is important to take good care of yourvehicle to protect it from corrosion.

Listed below are instructions for how to main-tain your vehicle to prevent corrosion. Pleaseread and follow these instructions carefully.

Important Information About CorrosionCommon causes of corrosion

1) Accumulation of road salt, dirt, moisture,or chemicals in hard to reach areas ofthe vehicle underbody or frame.

2) Chipping, scratches and any damage totreated or painted metal surfaces result-ing from minor accidents or abrasion bystones and gravel.

Environmental conditions which accel-erate corrosion

1) Road salt, dust control chemicals, sea airor industrial pollution will all accelerate thecorrosion of metal.

2) High humidity will increase the rate ofcorrosion particularly when the tempera-ture range is just above the freezing point.

3) Moisture in certain areas of a vehicle for

an extended period of time may promotecorrosion even though other body sec-tions may be completely dry.

4) High temperatures will cause an acceler-ated rate of corrosion to parts of thevehicle which are not well ventilated topermit quick drying.

This information illustrates the necessity ofkeeping your vehicle (particularly the under-body) as clean and dry as possible. It isequally important to repair any damage tothe paint or protective coatings as soon aspossible.

How to Help Prevent CorrosionWash your vehicle frequentlyThe best way to preserve the finish on yourvehicle and to help avoid corrosion is to keepit clean with frequent washing.

Wash your vehicle at least once during thewinter and once immediately after the win-ter. Keep your vehicle, particularly the un-derside, as clean and dry as possible.

If you frequently drive on salted roads, yourvehicle should be washed at least once amonth during the winter. If you live near theocean, your vehicle should be washed atleast once a month throughout the year.

Wash your vehicle immediately after using

it off-road. For washing instructions, refer tothe “VEHICLE CLEANING” section.

WARNING

Remove foreign material depositsForeign material such as salts, chemicals,road oil or tar, tree sap, bird droppingsand industrial fall-out may damage thefinish of your vehicle if it is left on paintedsurfaces. Remove these types of depos-its as quickly as possible. If these depositsare difficult to wash off, an additionalcleaner may be required. Be sure that anycleaner you use is not harmful to paintedsurfaces and is specifically intended foryour purposes. Follow the manufacturer’sdirections when using these special clean-ers.

Foreign material can lodge betweenthe fuel tank of your vehicle and theskid plate which covers it. Youshould periodically clean out anyforeign material which hasacculumated in this area, since itcould create a fire hazard.

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WARNING

Repair finish damageCarefully examine your vehicle for dam-age to the painted surfaces. especially ifit is used off-road. Should you find anychips or scratches in the paint, touch themup immediately to prevent corrosion fromstarting. If the chips or scratches havegone through to the bare metal, have aqualified body shop make the repair.

Keep Passenger and cargo compart-ments cleanMoisture, dirt or mud can accumulateunder the floor mats and may causecorrosion. Occasionally, check under thesemats to ensure that this area is clean anddry. More frequent checks are necessaryif the vehicle is used off road or in wetweather.

Certain cargo such as chemicals, fertiliz-ers, cleaners, salts, etc., are extremelycorrosive by nature. These products shouldbe transported in sealed containers. If aspill or leak does occur, clean and dry thearea immediately.

Store your vehicle in a dry, well-venti-lated area.Do not park your vehicle in a damp, poorlyventilated area. If you often wash yourvehicle in the garage or if you frequentlydrive it in when wet, your garage may bedamp. The high humidity in the garage maycause or accelerate corrosion. A wet ve-hicle may corrode even in a heated garageif the ventilation is poor.

VEHICLE CLEANING

Do not apply additional undercoatingor rust preventive coating on oraround exhaust system componentssuch as the exhaust pipes, etc. A firecould be started if the undercoatingsubstance becomes overheated.

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When cleaning the interior or exte-rior of the vehicle, NEVER USEflammable solvents such as lacquerthinners, petrol, benzene or clean-ing materials such as bleaches orstrong household detergents. Thematerials could cause personal in-jury or damage to the vehicle.

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Vinyl floor matsOrdinary dirt can be removed from vinylwith water or mild soap. Use a brush tohelp loosen dirt. After the dirt is loosened,rinse the mat thoroughly with water anddry it in the shade.

CarpetsRemove dirt and soil as much as possiblewith a vacuum cleaner. Using a mild soapsolution, rub stained areas with a cleandamp cloth. To remove soap, rub theareas again with a cloth dampened withwater. Repeat this until the stain is re-moved, or use a commercial carpetcleaner for tougher stains. If you use acarpet cleaner, carefully follow themanufacturer’s instructions and precau-tions.

Cleaning the Exterior

It is important that your vehicle bekept clean and free from dirt. Fail-ure to keep your vehicle clean mayresult in fading of the paint or cor-rosion to various parts of the ve-hicle body.

WARNING

CAUTION

Cleaning the InteriorVinyl upholsteryPrepare a solution of soap or mild deter-gent mixed with warm water. Apply thesolution to the vinyl with a sponge or softcloth and let it soak for a few minutes toloosen dirt. Rub the surface with a clean,damp cloth to remove dirt and the soapsolution. If some dirt still remains on thesurface, repeat this procedure.

Fabric upholsteryRemove loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.Using a mild soap solution, rub stainedareas with a clean damp cloth. To removesoap, rub the areas again with a clothdampened with water. Repeat this until thestain is removed, or use a commercialfabric cleaner for tougher stains. If you usea fabric cleaner, carefully follow themanufacturer’s instructions and precau-tions.

Seat BeltsClean seat belts with a mild soap andwater. Do not use bleach or dye on thebelts. They may weaken the fabric in thebelts.

Washing

Never attempt to wash and waxyour vehicle with the enginerunning.When cleaning the underside ofthe body and fender, where theremay be sharp-edged parts, youshould wear gloves and alongsleeved shirt to protect yourhands and arms from being cut.After washing your vehicle,carefully test the brakes beforedriving to make sure they havemaintained their normaleffectiveness.

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When washing the vehicle, park it where thedirect sunlight does not fall on it and followthe instructions below:

1) Flush the underside of body and wheelhousings with pressurized water to re-move mud and debris. Use plenty ofwater.

When washing the vehicle, avoid di-recting steam or hot water of morethan 800C (1760F) on plastic parts.

2) Rinse the body to loosen the dirt. Re-move dirt and mud from the body ex-terior with running water. You may usea soft sponge or brush. Do not use hardmaterials which can scratch the paint orplastic. Remember that the headlightcover or lens are made of plastic inmany cases.

To avoid damage to the paint orplastic surface, do not wipe the dirtoff without ample water. Be sure tofollow above procedure.

3) Wash the entire exterior with a mild de-tergent or car wash soap using a spongeor soft cloth. The sponge or cloth shouldbe frequently soaked in the soap solution.

When using a commercial car washproduct, observe the cautions speci-fied by the manufacturer. Never usestrong household detergents orsoaps.

4) Once the dirt has been completely re-moved, rinse off the detergent with run-ning water.

5) After rinsing, wipe off the vehicle bodywith a wet chamois or cloth and allowit to dry in the shade.

6) Check carefully for damage to paintedsurfaces. If there is any damage,“touchup” the damage following the pro-cedure below:a) Clean all damaged spots and allow

them to dry.b) Stir the paint and “touchup” the dam-

aged spots lightly using a smallbrush.

c) Allow the paint to dry completely.

CAUTION

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CAUTION

WaxingAfter washing the vehicle, waxing and pol-ishing are recommended to further protectand beautify the paint.

Only use waxes and polishes of goodquality.When using waxes and polishes, observethe precautions specified by the manufac-turers.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

GENERAL INFORMATIONVEHICLE IDENTIFICATION

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Chassis NumberThe chassis and engine serial numbersare used to register the vehicle. They arealso used to assist your dealer when or-dering or referring to special service in-formation. Whenever you have occasionto consult your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer, re-member to identify your vehicle with thisnumber. Should you find the number diffi-cult to read, you will also find it on the iden-tification plate.

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Engine NumberThe engine serial number is stamped onthe cylinder block as shown in the illus-tration.

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SUPPLEMENTARY FOR AMBULANCE (EECO CARE)Revolving light ................................................................................... 14-1Tube lights and hook ....................................................................... 14-1Siren and Revolving Light Switch................................................. 14-1First Aid Box and Oxygen Cylinder Clamp ................................ 14-1Back Door Opener Knob .................................................................. 14-1Rear View ............................................................................................ 14-2Attendant Seat Folding ..................................................................... 14-2Stretcher Removal .............................................................................. 14-2Rear Seat Folding ............................................................................. 14-2

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REVOLVING LIGHT

Revolving light (1) is located on the roof asshown.

TUBE LIGHTS & HOOK

Tube lights (1) and hook (2) are locatedabove the stretcher. Tube lights can beswitched on by pressing switch (a) and (b)for individual tube lights.

SIREN AND REVOLVING LIGHTSWITCH

Switches for Siren and Revolving light arelocated on dash board on right side of steer-ing wheel. Press Siren switch (1) for ac-tivating Siren and push again to deactivate.Press switch (2) for revolving light and pushagain for switching off.

FIRST AID BOX AND OXYGENCYLINDER CLAMP

First aid box (1) and oxygen cylinder clamp(2) are located below stretcher.

BACK DOOR OPENER KNOB

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REAR VIEW

1) Stretcher2) Rear seat (2 person)3) Attendant seat

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ATTENDANT SEAT FOLDING

Back door can be opened from inside bypressing the knob downwards

Do not push knob while the vehicleis running.

CAUTION

STRETCHER REMOVAL

Fold the attendant seat leg (1) inside asshown, in order to fold the attendant seat.

Pull pin (3) outwards in direction shown, inorder to remove stretcher (2).

REAR SEAT FOLDING

Fold rear seat leg (4) in direction as shown.Lift seat (5) up wards in order to fold it.

Using strap (6) fold the seat as shown inthe figure.

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FOR VEHICLES FITTED WITH CNG FUEL SYSTEM

FOR VEHICLES FITTEDWITH CNG FUEL SYSTEM

Introduction To CNG ......................................................................... 15-2Safety Precautions (Do’s & Don’ts) ................................................ 15-2Layout of The CNG System ............................................................ 15-3Fuel Modes.......................................................................................... 15-4Selector Switch Position .................................................................. 15-4Petrol Mode ......................................................................................... 15-4Auto Mode ........................................................................................... 15-4Forced CNG Mode ............................................................................. 15-5CNG Level Indicator .......................................................................... 15-5CNG Filler Valve ................................................................................ 15-6CNG Cylinder ...................................................................................... 15-6Manual Shut-off Valve ....................................................................... 15-7CNG Fuses .......................................................................................... 15-8Instrument Cluster .............................................................................. 15-9CNG Malfunction Warning Lamp....................................................15-10CNG Kit Identification ......................................................................15-10CNG Warning Label ..........................................................................15-10Lifting Partition Grill (Cargo) .........................................................15-11Periodic Maintenance Schedule ......................................................15-12Fire Extinguisher (If Equipped) ......................................................15-13Parts Description ...............................................................................15-13Removal Procedure ...........................................................................15-14Procedure of Operation ...................................................................15-14Fitment Procedure .............................................................................15-15Refilling Schedules ...........................................................................15-15

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NOTE:

• AS PER GOVERNMENT REGULATION, CNG CYLINDER NEEDS TO BE CHECKEDAND CERTIFIED EVERY FIVE (5) YEARS FROM THE DATE OF INITIAL TESTINGAS MENTIONED ON THE CNG CYLINDER IDENTIFICATION PLATE. CUSTOMERHAS TO PRESENT THE VEHICLE TO A GOVERNMENT APPROVED TESTINGAGENCY.

• AS PER GOVERNMENT REGULATION, CNG CYLINDER HAS TO BE DISCARDEDAT 20 YEARS FROM THE DATE OF INITIAL TESTING AS MENTIONED IN THECNG CYLINDER IDENTIFICATION PLATE. CUSTOMER HAS TO DISCARD THECYLINDER AT HIS / HER EXPENSE THROUGH GOVERNMENT APPROVED SCRAPAGENCIES.

• DO NOT REUSE THE CYLINDER VALVE, ONCE IT IS REPLACED / REMOVEDFROM CYLINDER ASSEMBLY.

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INTRODUCTION TO CNG:

CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) isprincipally constituted by methane. CNG isconsidered as clean burning fuel. Due tolow density of CNG, it is compressed at apressure of around 200 bars to enhancethe vehicle on-board storage capacity.

In case of any symptom of CNGleakage or releasing noise or anyexternal damage to CNG piping orduring accident, do not panic.• Stop the vehicle and switch off the

engine, roll down the windows andopen all the doors

• Ensure to close manual shut offvalve.

• Contact Maruti Suzuki authorizedworkshop immediatly for furtherassistance.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (DO’S):

1. If any service or body repair is to becarried out, turn the manual shut offvalve on CNG cylinder valve to closeposition prior to commencement of therepair work.

2. Get the CNG cylinder checked everyfive (5) years from the date of lasttesting / re testing of cylinder bygovernment authorized CNG cylindertesting agency.

3. If the vehicle does not changeover toCNG in AUTO MODE, then have yourvehicle checked by Maruti Suzukiauthorized workshop at the earliest.

4. Switch “OFF” engine while fuel filling(CNG/Petrol).

5. After refueling CNG, ensure that theCNG fil ler valve cover is closed(Otherwise vehicle cannot be started).

6. In AUTO MODE, It is programmed tostart the vehicle in petrol andautomatically shift to CNG based on theengine temperature etc. Do not pressthe accelerator pedal to change frompetrol to CNG.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS(DON’TS):

1. Do not change/modify the configuration,settings or the components from CNGsystem.

2. The CNG cylinder should not be repairedunder any circumstances, in case ofany problem, consult with Maruti Suzukiauthorized workshop.

3. Do not adjust setting of CNG system.

4. Never install LPG or any other gascylinder in place of CNG cylinder.

5. Avoid carrying inflammable material nearthe CNG cylinder.

6. Do not fill any other type of gas otherthan CNG.

7. Do not press the accelerator pedal tochange from petrol to CNG MODE.

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LAYOUT OF THE CNG SYSTEM

1 Changeover switch2 High pressure pipe3 Receptacle4 Fuel lid switch5 CNG cylinder valve6 CNG cylinder

7 Vent hose8 CNG controller9 CNG injectors10 Low pressure & temperature sensor11 Engine12 Pressure regulator

13 Water hose14 High pressure sensor15 High pressure gauge16 Low pressure hose17 CNG filter

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There are three fuel modes in the vehicle(Petrol, Auto and Forced CNG) which areselectable by pressing the selector switch(1) located on the right side of the steeringwheel on the dashboard.

Make sure that the parking brake isapplied fully and the transmission isin Neutral before attempting to startthe engine.

• Stop turning the starter immedi-ately after the engine has startedor the starter system can be dam-aged.

• Do not crank the engine for morethan 15 seconds at a time. If theengine doesn’t start on the first try,wait about 15 seconds before try-ing again.

CAUTION

WARNING

SELECTOR SWITCH POSITION

PETROL MODE

In this mode vehicle starts in petrol andcontinue running in petrol mode. In thismode, petrol indicator glows continuously inORANGE color and CNG indicator (GREEN)will remain “OFF”. 15-4

NOTE:Do not press the accelerator pedal tochangover from petrol to CNG model.With ignition switch “ON” and engine notrunning, blinking of CNG malfunction warninglamp indicates that fuel filler valve cover isnot closed properly. Vehicle will not startin this condition.

FUEL MODES AUTO MODE

In this mode engine starts in petrol modeand then automatically changes to CNG afterreaching programmed warming up condition.With ignition switch ON and vehicle startedin “AUTO MODE”, CNG indicator blinks(Green Color), and PETROL indicator glows(Orange color) continuously.After changeover to CNG, CNG indicatorwill glow continuously and Petrol indicatorswitch’s OFF automatically.

NOTE:It is always recommended to start the vehiclein AUTO MODE or Petrol MODE to enhancethe engine life.

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FORCED CNG MODE (FOR EMER-GENCY USE ONLY)

This is emergency mode and may be usedin cases where there is no petrol in petroltank. In this mode vehicle starts in CNGand continues running in CNG mode. Withignition “ON” and engine not running, pressand hold the changeover switch till CNGindicator glows continuously. In this mode,CNG indicator glows continuously in GREENcolor and Petrol indicator (ORANGE)remains "OFF".

NOTE:It is recommended to keep sufficient amountof petrol in the petrol tank.

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CNG LEVEL INDICATOR(ON DASHBOARD)

CNG level indicator is built intothechangeover switch. It consists of fourgreen and one red LEDs, which indicatesapproximate amount / level of remainingCNG in the cylinder. Red LED of CNG levelindicator glows when reaches to reservequantity.

NOTE:• When CNG reserve level indicator glows,

refill CNG as soon as possible.• In case of CNG refilling, the updated

CNG level indication will appear onlywhen vehicle is running on CNG.

AUOMATIC CHANGEOVER FROMCNG MODE TO PETROL MODE:If CNG is finished while the engine isrunning, vehicle will automatically changeover from CNG mode to petrol mode & CNGmalfunction warning lamp will start blinking.Petrol indicator (ORANGE color) will glowcontinuously and CNG indicator (GREENcolor) will switch OFF automatically.To acknowledge this information, press thechangeover switch once. The CNGmalfunction warning lamp will stop blinkingafter the changeover switch is pressed andPetrol indicator (ORANGE color) will glowcontinuously.

NOTE:· It is recommended to keep sufficientamount of petrol in the petrol tank to preventengine stalling while autom atic changeoverfrom CNG mode to Petrol mode.· In case the CNG malfunction warning lampdoes not stop blinking after pressing thechangeover switch, take the vehicle to thenearest MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.

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CNG cylinder (1) is installed in the luggagecompartment, and is covered with protectivecage (if equipped)

CNG CYLINDER

CNG FILLER VALVE

The CNG filler valve (1) is located on theleft side of vehicle outboard.

CNG filler valve (1) can be unlocked bypulling out the Filler valve cover (2) and canbe covered by simply pushing it back.

Filling automatically gets cut off when thecylinder pressure becomes equal todispenser pressure. After CNG filling,ensure that the filler valve cover (2) isclosed.

Note:If the Fuel filler cover (2) is not closedproperly, you will not be able to start thevehicle.

CNG CYLINDER WARNING LABEL

CAUTION

Do not sit or carry items luggageor load on the top of cylinder cage,even if items are small & light.Objects on the top of the cagecould be thrown about in case ofaccident, causing injury or obstructthe driver's rear view. Cylinder cagemay also get damaged.

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CNG supply can be switched off by closingthe manual shutoff valve.

Valve closing: Turn the knob completely inclockwise direction to close the CNG supplyto Engine.

Valve opening: Turn the knob completelyin anti-clockwise direction to open the CNGsupply to Engine.

MANUAL SHUT-OFF VALVEOPERATION

MANUAL SHUT-OFF VALVEManual shut-off valve (2) is located on theleft hand side of the CNG cylinder.

Note:• If the manual shut-off valve is not

opened fully, then the engine may notrun properly.

• If the manual shut-off valve is inclosed condition, it is not possible tofill CNG into the cylinder.

NOTE:• As per Government regulation, CNG cylinder

needs to be checked and certified everyfive (5) years from the date of initial testingas mentioned on the CNG cylinderidentification plate.

• Customer has to present the vehicle toa government approved testing agency.

• Failure to test the cylinder may result in denyingof CNG filling by the CNG dispensing stationsor may result in confiscating the vehicle byenforcement authorities.

• All the expenses for CNG cylindertesting has to be borne by the customer.

• As per Government regulation, CNGcylinder has to be discarded at 20 yearsfrom the date of initial testing asmentioned in the CNG cylinderidentification plate.

• Customer has to discard the cylinder athis / her expense through governmentapproved scrap agencies.

• No person shall refill any cylinder, which hasbeen repaired under sub-rule (2) with any gasunless a full report on the repairs and testcarried out on the cylinder, accompanied bythe repairer’s certificate of testing are furnishedto the Chief Controller and his permission isobtained for its refilling.

You may find this label on the CNG cylinder.

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WARNING

• Never remove the cylinder valvefrom the cylinder assembly. Forany assistance consult MarutiSuzuki authorized workshop.

• Never try to clean the cylinder. Incase of any problem, contact MarutiSuzuki authorized workshop.

• Do not reuse the cylinder valve,once it is replaced / removed fromcylinder assembly.

• Even if the CNG from the cylinderis consumed till engine stops,some amount of CNG will be leftout in the tank under pressure.

LIST OF APPROVED CNGCYLINDERSTESTING STATIONSTo obtain testing stations informationvisit the following internet websiteaddress :"www.peso.gov.in"

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

1) Speedometer2) Odometer / Tripmeter3) Odometer / Tripmeter selector knob4) Other warning & indicator lamps5) Fuel Indicator6) CNG malfunction warning Indicator lamp

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CNG MALFUNCTION WARNINGLAMP

CNG KIT IDENTIFICATION

When the ignition switch is turned “ON”, thisCNG malfunction warning lamp comes onbriefly, to check that the CNG system istroublefree.

• If CNG malfunction warning lamp glowscontinuously, with ignition “ON” there issome problem with the CNG system.Immediately get your vehicle checkedby Maruti Suzuki authorized workshop.

• If CNG malfunction warning lamp blinksduring engine running, it means there issome problem in CNG system in whichvehicle cannot continue running in CNGMODE and automatically switchover topetrol mode. Have your vehicle checkedat Maruti Suzuki authorized workshop.

NOTE:With ignition switch “ON” and engine notrunning, blinking of CNG lamp indicatesthat CNG filler valve cover is open. Vehiclewill not start in this condition. Close CNGfiller valve cover in order to start the vehicle.

CNG cylinder identification number and CNGkit installation date is located below CNGfiller valve as shown.

CNG warning label is located on front andrear RH doors.

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CNG WARNING LABEL

Front Driver door

Rear Slide Door (Right Side)

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LIFTING PARTITION GRILL(CARGO)

There are four locking points for partitiongrill (a), (b), (c) and (d)

(c) and (d).Disengage bracket (2) from clamp (3) by

lifting it upwards

Partition (4) can be raised by lifting upwards

Lift lever (1) located at four points (a), (b),as shown in figure.

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Kms (1 x 1000) 1 5 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100Month 1 6 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120

All Joints (Gas leakage) I I I I I I I I I I I I

Coolant Hoses(Leakage, Damage) I I I I I I I I I I I I

All Fasteners Torque values T T T T T T T T T T T T

CNG reducer filter cartridgewith O-Ring - - - - - R - - - R - -

CNG low pressure filtercartridge with O-Ring - - - R - R - R - R - R

CNG cylinder leak testing andcertification Every 5 years from the date of initial testing by govt. approved testing agency

CNG filler receptacle O-Ring Replace every 4 years or 300,000 Km, whichever comes earlier

T .........Tighten to Specific Torque

I .......... Inspect and correct or replace if necessary

R.........Replace

Note:• This table includes services as scheduled up to 100,000 km mileage. Beyond 100,000 km, carry out the same services at the same

intervals respectively.• For other maintenance details refer “Inspection & Maintenance” section in main Owner’s Manual.

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Don’t

• Do not use water for cleaning fireextinguisher. (Use clean cloth forremoving dust)

• Do not rely on used or discharged fireextinguisher.

LOCATION (IN CARGO)

Fire extinguisher (1) is located betweendriver’s and co-passenger as shown.

LOCATION (IN PASSENGER)

Fire extinguisher (1) is located below therear seat as shown.

PARTS DESCRIPTION

FIRE EXTINGUISHER (if equipped)Do’s and Don’ts

Do’s

1. Check pressure gauge periodically. Maxcharging pressure is 15Kgf/cm2 (ingreen zone (2)).

2. When pressure drops, indicator needle(1) will shift to the red zone (3).Immediately contact Maruti Suzukiauthorized workshop for inspection /refilling.

3. Get the fire extinguisher serviced, onlythrough Maruti Suzuki authorizedworkshop.

4. Ensure that the Fire extinguisher isalways kept at its prescribed position inthe vehicle.

5. Refill the fire extinguisher immediatelyafter use.

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1) Fire extinguisher cylinder2) Seal3) Safety Pin4) Lever5) Nozzle

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

Lift Lever (1) of fire extinguisher slightlyupwards and pull the fire extinguisher in thedirection as shown in the figure, in order todisengage it from clamp (2).

PROCEDURE OF OPERATION

1. Hold the fire extinguisher (1) upright.

2. Break seal (2) by rotating the safety pin(3).

3. Pull Safety pin (3)

4. Squeeze lever (4) and direct the jet fromnozzle (5) towards the near edge of thefire with a rapid (fast) sweeping motion.

5. Drive the fire towards the far edge untilflames are extinguished.

NOTE:Fire extinguisher is only meant for smallfire caused in vehicle by external sourceonly.

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FITMENT PROCEDURE

REFILLING SCHEDULES

Insert the body of fire extinguisher (1) in tothe clamp (3) and place the nozzle (2)carefully downwards, on the clamp

NOTE:Ensure that the nozzle of fire extinguisheris properly seated on the clamp.

1. Refilling is necessary after every use.

2. Fire extinguisher needs refilling afterevery 3 years even if it is not used.

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SPECIFICATIONS

SPECIFICATIONSNOTE:Specifications are subjected to change without notice.

DIMENSIONS (mm.) EECO AND EECO CNG EECO CARE

Overall Length 3675 3675Overall width 1475 1475Overall height 1800 1905Wheelbase 2350 2350Tread Front 1280 1280

Rear 1290 1290Ground clearance 160 160

MASS (WEIGHT) (kg.) EECO EECO CNG EECO CARE

PASSENGER CARGO

Kerb mass (weight) 895 ~ 923 kg 1010 - 1040 kg 1000 kg 965Gross vehicle mass (weight) 1510 ~1540 kg 1510 kg 1540 kg 1510Seating capacity 5 - 7 5 2 4 + 1 patient

ENGINE

Type G12BNumber of cylinders 4Bore 71.0 mmStroke 75.5 mmPiston displacement 1196 ccCompression ratio 9.9 (-0.5 / +0.7)

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SPECIFICATIONS

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ELECTRICAL EECO and EECO CNG EECO CAREStandard Spark Plug MICO-FR6DC4 MICO-FR6DC4Battery 38B20L(28AH/5HR) 55B24LFuses See "INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE" SECTIONHeadlight 12V 60/55 W 12V 60/55 WTurn signal light 12V 21W 12V 21WSide turn signal light 12V 5W 12V 5WClearance light 12V 5W 12V 5WTail Brake light 12V 21W 12V 21WRegistration plate light 12V 5W 12V 5WReversing light 12V 21W 12V 21WFront Interior Light 12V 8W 12V 8WRear Interior Light 12V 8W 12V 8W

WHEEL AND SUSPENSION

Tyre size, front and rear 155R13LTUpto 4 persons Above 4 persons

Tyre pressure front 1.8 Kgf/cm2 2.5 Kgf/cm2

rear 2.3 Kgf/cm2 4.5 Kgf/cm2

Suspension type Front Mc Pherson StrutRear 3 - link rigid

STEERING (mm)Toe-in Front 3.5 mm

Rear 0.0 mm

CAPACITIESCoolant (including reservoir tank) 5.3 LFuel tank 40 LEngine oil 4.2 L (Replacement with oil filter)Transmission / Differential Oil 1.4 L / 1.3 LWasher Tank 2.0 LCNG (Water Filling Capacity 65L

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