2004-2008 Suzuki Alto 4 Door Instrument Panel User Manual
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Instrument Panel for Your Suzuki Alto 4 Door Sixth Generation (2004-2008)

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INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Instrument Panel ................................................................................................5-1
Instrument Cluster .............................................................................................5-2
Warning and Indicator Lights ......................................................................... 5-4
Speedometer ........................................................................................................5-7
Odometer/Tripmeter ............................................................................................ 5-8
Tachometer (if equipped) ................................................................................. 5-9
Fuel Gauge ..........................................................................................................5-9
High Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light (Red Color) .............. 5-9
Glove Box ..........................................................................................................5-10
Head Light Leveling Switch .......................................................................... 5-10
Heating System (if equipped) ........................................................................ 5-11
System Operating Instructions ......................................................................5-12
Air Conditioning System (if equipped) .......................................................5-17
System Operating Instructions ......................................................................5-17
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
1. Instrument cluster
2. Ignition switch
3. Lighting switch/Turn signal and
dimmer switch
4. Windscreen wiper and washer switch
5. Hazard warning switch
6. Other switches (if equipped)
7. Heater control panel (if equipped)
8. Ashtray (if equipped)
9. Bonnet release (if equipped)
10. Center ventilator
11. Side ventilator
12. Side defroster
13. Glove box
14. Fuse box
5-1
INSTRUMENT PANEL
76G-05-001
76G-05-002
TYPE-1 (ALTO)
TYPE-2 (ALTO / ALTO K10)
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
1 Speedometer
2 Odometer/Trip meter
3 Odometer/Trip meter selector knob
4 Fuel gauge
5 High Temperature Coolant warning lamp
6 Warning and indicator lights
5-2
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (ALTO)
76G-05-003
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1 Speedometer
2 Odometer/Trip meter
3 Odometer/Trip meter selector knob
4 Tachometer (if equipped)
5 Fuel gauge
6 High Temperature Coolant warning lamp
7 Warning and indicator lights
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (ALTO K10)
76G-05-004
76G-05-004A
TYPE-2
TYPE-1
INSTRUMENT PANEL
5-3
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WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
Brake fluid level warning/Parking Brake
Indicator light
This light operates under three different type
of operations :
1) The light comes on briefly when the
ignition switch is turned to the “ON” postion.
2) The light comes on when the parking
brake is engaged with the ignition switch in
the “ON” position.
3) The light comes on when the fluid in the
brake fluid reservoir falls below the
adequate level.
The light should go out after starting the
engine and fully releasing the parking brake,
if the fluid level in the brake fluid resevoir
is adequate.
If the light does not go off or comes on
whilst your driving, it may mean that there
is something wrong with the vehicle's
braking system. If this happens, you should:
1) Pull off the road and stop carefully.
Remember that stopping distance may
be longer, you may have to push harder
on the pedal, and the pedal may go
down farther than normal.
2) Test the brakes by carefully starting and
stopping at the side of the road.
3) If you determine that it is safe, drive
carefully at low speed to the nearest
dealer for repairs. or
4) Have the vehicle towed to the nearest
dealer for repairs.
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NOTE:
Because the disc brake system is self
adjusting, the fluid level will drop as the
brake pads become worn.
Replenishing the brake fluid reservoir is
considered normal periodic maintenance.
76G-05-005
If any of the following conditions occur,
you should immediately ask your
MARUTI SUZUKI dealer to inspect the
brake system.
• If the brake fluid level warning light
does not go out after the engine has
been started and the parking brake
has been fully released.
• If the brake fluid level warning light
does not come on when the ignition
switch is turned to the “ON” position
with the parking brake applied.
• If the brake fluid level warning light
comes on at any time during vehicle
operation.
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• If you operate the engine with this
light on, severe engine damage can
result.
• Do not rely on the Oil Pressure
Light to indicate the need to add oil.
Be sure to periodically check the
engine oil level (see section
"INSPECTION & MANINTENANCE").
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CAUTION
Charging Light
This light comes on when the ignition switch
is turned on, and goes out when the engine
is started. The light will come on and
remain on if there is something wrong with
the battery charging system. If the light
comes on when the engine is running, the
charging system should be inspected
immediately by your MARUTI SUZUKI
dealer.
Do not continue driving long with the
charging light ON as this will drain the
battery 'dead'.
CAUTION
76G-05-007
76G-05-008
EXAMPLE
Oil Pressure Light
This light comes on when the ignition switch
is turned on, and goes out when the engine
is started. The light will come on and
remain on if there is insufficient oil pressure.
If the light comes on when driving, pull off
the road as soon as you can and stop the
engine. Check the oil level and add oil if
necessary (see section "INSPECTION &
MAINTENANCE"). If there is enough oil, the
lubrication system should be inspected by
your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer before you
drive the vehicle again.
76G-05-006
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5-6
Immobilizer System Light
When the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position, this light comes on to let you
know the light is working. If this light blinks
with the ignition switch turned to “ON”, there
may be something wrong with the immobi-
lizer system. Contact your MARUTI SUZUKI
dealer to have the system inspected.
76G-05-010
Electric Power Steering Light
(if equipped)
This light comes on when the ignition switch
is turned to the “ON” position, and goes out
when the engine is started.
If this light comes on while driving, the
power steering system may not work prop-
erly. Have the system inspected by your
MARUTI SUZUKI Authorized workshop.
NOTE:
If the power steering system does not work
properly, you will feel heavier to steer but
you still will be able to steer.
76G-05-009A
“Malfunction Indicator” Light
Your vehicle has a computer-controlled
emission control system. A “Malfunction
Indicator” light is provided on the instrument
panel to indicate when it is necessary to
have the emission control system serviced.
The “Malfunction Indicator” light comes on
when the ignition switch is turned to “ON”
and goes out when the engine is started.
If the “Malfunction Indicator” light comes on
when the engine is running, there is a
problem with the emission control system.
Take the vehicle to your MARUTI SUZUKI
dealer to have the problem corrected.
Continuing to drive the vehicle when
the “Malfunction Indicator” light is on
can cause permanent damage to the
vehicle’s emission control system, and
can affect fuel economy and
driveability.
CAUTION
76G-05-009
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76G-05-013A
76G-05-013B
SPEEDOMETER
The speedometer (1) indicates vehicle
speed in km/h.
76G-05-013
ALTO K10 TYPE-1
ALTO K10 TYPE-2
ALTO
Turn Signal Indicators
When you turn on the left or right turn
signals, the corresponding green arrow on
the instrument panel will flash along with the
respective turn signal lights. When you turn
on the hazard warning switch, both arrows
will flash along with all of the turn signal
lights.
Main Beam (High Beam) Indicator Light
This indicator comes on when headlight
main beams (high beams) are turned on.
76G-05-011
76G-05-012
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5-8
Push the selector knob for a little while
(about 2 seconds) to reset the trip meter
to zero.
76G-05-016
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/or trip meter B.
Push the selector knob quickly to switch the
indication among the three.
You can use the two trip meters (A and B)
independently.
76G-05-015
76G-05-014
ODOMETER/TRIPMETER
The odometer (2) records the total distance
the vehicle has been driven. The trip meter
(3) can be used to measure the distance
travelled on short trips or between fuel
stops.
Keep track of your odometer reading
and check the maintenance schedule
regularly for required services.
Increased wear or damage to certain
parts can result from failure to
perform required services at the
proper mileage intervals.
CAUTION
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5-9
HIGH ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE WARNING
LIGHT (Red Color)
When the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position, this light comes on briefly so
you can check that the light is working. If
this light blinks while driving, it means the
engine is running hot. Avoid driving condi-
tions that may lead to actual overheating.
If the light stays on without blinking, then
the engine is overheating. Follow the in-
structions in the “If the Engine Over heats”
of “EMERGENCY SERVICE” section.
Continuing to drive the vehicle when
engine overheating is indicated can
result in severe engine damage.
CAUTION
76G-05-019
FUEL GAUGE
When the ignition switch is in the “ON”
position, this gauge gives an approximate
indication of the amount of fuel in the fuel
tank. “F” stands for full and “E” stands for
empty.
When the fuel meter indicator shows only
one segment to “E”, refill the tank as soon
as possible.
Note:
If the last segment blinks, it means that the
fuel tank is almost empty.
Note:
The fuel level indicator varies depending on
road conditions (for example, slope or
curve) and driving conditions because of
fuel moving in the tank.
76G-05-018
The tachometer indicates engine speed
in revolutions per minute.
76G-05-013C
Never drive with the engine speed in-
dicator in the red zone (1) or severe
engine damage can result.
When downshifting to a lower gear,
make sure not to operate with exces-
sive revolution speeds of the engine.
Refer to “Downshifting maximum allow-
able speeds” in the “OPERATING
YOUR VEHICLE” section.
CAUTION
TACHOMETER (if equipped)
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5-10
Vehicle load Switch Position
Condition
Driver only 0
Driver + 1 passenger 0
(in front seat)
Driver + 3 passenger 1
No cargo
Driver + 3 passenger 2
Cargo added
Driver + full cargo 3
Dummy 4
Level the headlight beam according to the
load condition of your vehicle by turning this
switch. The chart shows the appropriate
switch position for different vehicle-load
conditions.
HEADLIGHT LEVELING SWITCH
76G-05-023
To open the glove box, pull the latch lever.
To close it, push the lid until it latches
securely.
Never drive with the glove box lid
open. It could cause injury if an
accident occurs.
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GLOVE BOX
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HEATING SYSTEM (if equipped)
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a. Windscreen defroster outlet
b. Side defroster outlet
c. Side outlet
d. Center outlet
e. Floor outlet
The heating system provides heating,
demisting, and ventilation.
76G-05-024
76G-05-025
76G-05-026
TYPE-1 (ALTO)
TYPE-2 (ALTO / ALTO K10)
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Natural Ventilation
Move the function lever/knob to
"VENTILATION" and the air intake lever to
“FRESH AIR”, the temperature control
lever/knob to the desired temperature
position, and the fan switch to “OFF”. Fresh
air will flow through the vehicle when it is
moving.
Forced Ventilation
The lever/knob settings are the same as for
natural ventilation except you move the fan
switch to a position other than “OFF”.
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76G-05-035
TYPE-1 (ALTO)
TYPE-2 (ALTO/ALTO K10)
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Normal Heating (Using outside air)
Move the function lever/knob to “HEAT” and
the air intake lever to “FRESH AIR”, the
temperature control lever/knob to the desired
temperature position, and the fan switch to
the desired fan speed position. Moving the
fan switch to a higher fan speed position
increases heating efficiency.
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76G-05-036 76G-05-038
76G-05-037 76G-05-039
TYPE-1 (ALTO)
TYPE-2 (ALTO / ALTO K10)
TYPE-1 (ALTO)
TYPE-2 (ALTO / ALTO K10)
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Quick Heating (Using recirculated air)
The lever/knob settings are the same as for
normal heating except you move the air
intake lever to “RECIRCULATED AIR”. If
you use this heating method for an
extended period of time, the air in the
vehicle can become contaminated and the
windows can become misty. Therefore, use
this method only for quick heating and
change to the normal heating method as
soon as possible.
Cool Face/Warm Feet
Move the function lever/knob to “BI-LEVEL”
and the air intake lever to “FRESH AIR”,
the temperature control lever/knob to the
desired temperature position, and the fan
switch to the desired fan speed position.
Unless the temperature control lever is in
the fully “COOL” position or fully “HOT”
position, the air that comes out of the center
and side outlets will be cooler than the air
that comes out of the floor outlets.
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76G-05-040
76G-05-041
TYPE-1 (ALTO)
TYPE-2 (ALTO/ALTO K10)
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Defrosting/Warm Feet
Move the function lever/knob to “HEAT &
DEFROST” and the air intake lever to
“FRESH AIR”, the temperature control lever
/knob to the desired temperature position,
and the fan switch to “HIGH”. When the
windscreen has become clear, move the fan
switch to the desired fan speed position.
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76G-05-043 76G-05-045
TYPE-1 (ALTO)
TYPE-2 (ALTO / ALTO K10)
TYPE-1 (ALTO)
TYPE-2 (ALTO / ALTO K10)
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Defrosting
Move the function lever/knob to “DEFROST”
and the air intake lever to “FRESH AIR”,
the temperature control lever/knob to the
desired temperature position, and the fan
switch to “HIGH” Moving the temperature
control lever/knob to a higher temperature
position increases defrosting efficiency.
When the windscreen has become clear,
move the fan switch to the desired fan
speed position.
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
(if equipped)
If your vehicle is equipped with air
conditioner, it has an A/C button located on
the heater control panel. The air conditioning
system can be used to provide cooling and
dehumidifying, as described below. To turn
on the air conditioning system, push in the
A/C button and move the fan switch to a
position other than “OFF”. An indicator light
will come on when the air conditioning
system is on. To turn off the air conditioning
system, push the A/C button again.
During operation of the air conditioner, you
may notice slight changes in engine speed.
These changes are normal, the system is
designed so that the compressor turns on
or off to maintain the desired temperature.
Less operation of the compressor results in
better fuel economy.
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(ALTO / ALTO K10)
SYSTEM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Normal Cooling (using outside air)
Push in the A/C button, move the function
lever/knob to "VENTILATION", the air
intake lever to “FRESH AIR”, the
temperature control lever/knob to the
“COOL” position, and the fan switch to the
desired fan speed position. Moving the fan
switch to a higher fan speed position
increases cooling efficiency.
If the ambient temperature is high enough
to cause insufficient cooling, use the "Quick
Cooling" as following.
76G-05-049
(ALTO / ALTO K10)
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76G-05-051
(ALTO / ALTO K10)
Quick Cooling (Using recirculated air)
The lever/knob settings are the same as for
normal cooling except you move the air
intake lever to “RECIRCULATED AIR”. If
you use this cooling method for a extended
period of time, the air in the vehicle can
become contaminated. Therefore, you
should occasionally move the air intake
lever to “FRESH AIR”.
NOTE:
If your vehicle has been left in the sun with
the windows closed, it will cool faster if you
open the windows briefly while you operate
the air conditioner with the air intake lever
at “FRESH AIR” and the fan at high speed.
Dehumidifying
Push in the A/C button, move the function
lever/knob to the desired function position,
the air intake lever to “FRESH AIR”, the
temperature control lever/knob to the desired
temperature position, and the fan switch to
the desired fan speed position.
NOTE:
Because the air conditioner dehumidifies the
air, turning it on will help keep the windows
clear, even when blowing heated air using
the DEMIST or HEATER & DEMIST
functions.
76G-05-053
(ALTO / ALTO K10)
Maintenance
If you do not use the air conditioner for a
long period, such as during winter, it may
not give the best performance when you
start using it again. To help maintain op-
timum performance and durability of your air
conditioner, it needs to be run periodically.
Operate the air conditioner at least once a
month for one minute with the engine idling.
This circulates the refrigerant and oil and
helps protect the internal components.
Note:
Your vehicle uses the air conditioning re-
frigerant HFC-134a, commonly called “R-
134a”. Only R-134a should be used in your
vehicle.
CAUTION
Using the wrong refrigerant may dam-
age your air conditioning system. Use
R-134a only. Do not mix or replace the
R-134a with other refrigerants.

Related Topics

Instrument Panel Instrument Cluster Warning and Indicator Lights Speedometer Odometer/Tripmeter Tachometer (if equipped) Fuel Gauge High Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light (Red Color) Glove Box Headlight Leveling Switch Heating System (if equipped) System Operating Instructions (Heating System) Air Conditioning System (if equipped) System Operating Instructions (Air Conditioning System)

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