Get Before Driving Guide for Suzuki Baleno 4 Door First Generation (1995-2002)

BEFORE DRIVING

68PM2-01E

60G404

Keys ......................................................................................2-1

Door locks ............................................................................2-2

Keyless push start system remote controller /

Keyless entry system transmitter (if equipped) ................2-6

Theft deterrent light .............................................................2-16

Windows ...............................................................................2-16

Mirrors ..................................................................................2-20

Front seats ...........................................................................2-21

Rear seats .............................................................................2-24

Seat belts and child restraint systems ..............................2-27

Child restraint system for countries applied for UN

Regulation No.16 .................................................................2-37

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Supplemental restraint system (air bags) ......................... 2-48

Instrument cluster (Type A) (if equipped) ......................... 2-60

Speedometer ....................................................................... 2-61

Fuel gauge ........................................................................... 2-61

Brightness control .............................................................. 2-62

Information display ............................................................. 2-62

Instrument cluster (Type B) (if equipped) ......................... 2-70

Speedometer ....................................................................... 2-71

Tachometer .......................................................................... 2-71

Fuel gauge ........................................................................... 2-71

Temperature gauge ............................................................. 2-72

Brightness control .............................................................. 2-72

Information display ............................................................. 2-73

Instrument cluster (Type C) (if equipped) ......................... 2-83

Speedometer ....................................................................... 2-84

Tachometer .......................................................................... 2-84

Fuel gauge ........................................................................... 2-84

Temperature gauge ............................................................. 2-85

Brightness control .............................................................. 2-85

Information display ............................................................. 2-86

Warning and indicator lights .............................................2-111

Lighting control lever ........................................................2-123

Headlight leveling switch ..................................................2-132

Turn signal control lever ...................................................2-132

Hazard warning switch ......................................................2-134

Windshield wiper and washer lever .................................2-134

Tilt/telescoping (if equipped) steering lock lever ............2-136

Horn .....................................................................................2-137

Heated rear window switch / heated outside rearview

mirror switch (if equipped) ................................................2-137

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Keys

54G489

Your vehicle comes with a pair of identical

keys. Keep the spare key in a safe place.

One key can open all of the locks on the

vehicle.

The key identification number is stamped

on a metal tag provided with the keys or on

the keys. Keep the tag (if equipped) in a

safe place. If you lose your keys, you will

need this number to have new keys made.

Write the number below for your future ref-

erence.

Immobilizer system

This system is designed to help prevent

vehicle theft by electronically disabling the

engine starting system.

The engine can be started only with your

vehicle’s original immobilizer ignition key

or keyless push start system remote con-

troller, which has an electronic identifica-

tion code programmed into it. The key or

remote controller communicates the identi-

fication code to the vehicle when the igni-

tion switch is turned to “ON” position or the

engine switch is pressed to change the

ignition mode to “ON”. If you need to make

spare keys or remote controllers, see your

SUZUKI dealer. The vehicle must be pro-

grammed with the correct identification

code for the spare. A key made by an ordi-

nary locksmith will not work.

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If the immobilizer/keyless push start sys-

tem warning light blinks when the ignition

switch is in “ON” position or the ignition

mode is “ON”, the engine will not start.

NOTE:

If the immobilizer/keyless push start sys-

tem warning light blinks or comes on, a

message may be shown on the information

display.

For vehicles without a keyless push

start system

If this light blinks, turn the ignition switch to

“LOCK” position, and then turn it back to

“ON” position.

If the light still blinks after the ignition

switch is turned back to “ON” position,

there may be something wrong with your

key or with the immobilizer system. Ask

your SUZUKI dealer to have the system

inspected.

For vehicles with a keyless push start

system

If this light blinks, change the ignition mode

to “LOCK” (OFF), and then change it back

to “ON”. Also refer to “If the master warn-

ing indicator light blinks and the engine

cannot be started” in “Starting engine

(vehicle with keyless push start system)” in

“OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE” section.

If the light still blinks after the ignition mode

is changed back to “ON”, there may be

something wrong with your key or with the

immobilizer system. Ask your SUZUKI

dealer to have the system inspected.

KEY NUMBER:

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The immobilizer/keyless push start system

warning light may also blinks if the remote

controller is not in the vehicle when you

close the door or attempt to start the

engine.

NOTE:

• If you lose your immobilizer ignition key

or remote controller, ask your SUZUKI

dealer as soon as possible to deactivate

the lost one, and to make a new key or

remote controller.

• If you own other vehicles with immobi-

lizer keys, keep those keys away from

the ignition switch or the engine switch

when using your SUZUKI vehicle. Other-

wise, or the engine may not be started

because they may interfere with your

SUZUKI vehicle’s immobilizer system.

• If you attach any metal objects to the

immobilizer key or remote controller, it

may not start the engine.

This immobilizer system, model I68P0 (for

vehicles without a keyless push start sys-

tem) and P74P0 (for vehicles with a key-

less push start system) are in compliance

with the essential requirements and other

provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

Ignition key reminder (if equipped)

A buzzer sounds intermittently to remind

you to remove the ignition key if it is in the

ignition switch when the driver’s door is

opened.

Door locks

Side door locks

60B008

(1) LOCK

(2) UNLOCK

(3) Rear

(4) Front

To lock a driver’s door from the outside of

the vehicle:

• Insert a key and turn the top of the key

toward the front of the vehicle, or

• Turn the lock knob forward, then pull and

hold the door handle as you close the

door.

NOTICE

The immobilizer key and remote con-

troller are sensitive electronic instru-

ments. To avoid damaging them:

• Do not expose them to impacts,

moisture or high temperature such

as on the dashboard under direct

sunlight.

• Keep them away from magnetic

objects.

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To unlock a driver’s door from the outside

of the vehicle, insert the key and turn the

top of the key toward the rear of the vehi-

cle.

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(1) LOCK

(2) UNLOCK

To lock a door from the inside of the vehi-

cle, turn the lock knob forward. Turn the

lock knob backward to unlock the door.

To lock a rear door from the outside of the

vehicle, turn the lock knob forward and

close the door. You do not need to pull and

hold the door handle as you close the door.

NOTE:

Hold the door handle when you close a

locked front door, or the door will not

remain locked.

Central door locking system

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(1) UNLOCK

(2) LOCK

(3) Rear

(4) Front

You can lock and unlock all doors (includ-

ing the tailgate) simultaneously by using

the key in the driver’s door lock.

To lock all doors simultaneously, insert the

key in the driver’s door lock and turn the

top of the key toward the front of the vehi-

cle once.

To unlock all doors simultaneously, insert

the key in the driver’s door lock and turn

the top of the key toward the rear of the

vehicle twice.

NOTE:

You can switch the function that unlocks all

doors from requiring two turns to requiring

one turn, and vice versa, via the informa-

tion display setting mode. For details on

how to use the information display, refer to

“Information display” in this section.

To unlock the driver’s door only, insert the

key in that door lock and turn the top of the

key toward the rear of the vehicle once.

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(1) LOCK

(2) UNLOCK

You can also lock or unlock all doors by

pressing the front or rear of the switch,

respectively.

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NOTE:

• You can also lock or unlock all doors by

operating the transmitter or remote con-

troller. Refer to “Keyless push start sys-

tem remote controller / Keyless entry

system transmitter” in this section.

• If your vehicle is equipped with the key-

less push start system, you can also lock

or unlock all doors by pushing the

request switch. Refer to “Keyless push

start system remote controller / Keyless

entry system transmitter” in this section.

Dead lock system (if equipped)

This system is designed to help prevent

tamper-unlocking of the door locks.

You can activate this system by turning the

key in the driver’s door lock.

NOTE:

• You can also activate the dead lock sys-

tem by operating the transmitter or

remote controller. Refer to “Keyless

push start system remote controller /

Keyless entry system transmitter” in this

section.

• If your vehicle is equipped with the key-

less push start system, you can also

activate the dead lock system by push-

ing the request switch. Refer to “Keyless

push start system remote controller /

Keyless entry system transmitter” in this

section.

NOTE:

• The dead lock system will not operate if

one or more door(s) is (are) not closed

and latched completely. Check that all

doors (including the tailgate) are com-

pletely closed and latched when activat-

ing the dead lock system.

• The dead lock system is released auto-

matically, allowing all the side doors to

be unlocked when the ignition switch is

turned to “ON” position or the engine

switch is pressed to change the ignition

mode to “ON”.

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To activate this system:

Insert the key in the driver’s door lock and

turn the top of the key toward the front of

the vehicle twice within 3 seconds.

You cannot use the lock knobs to unlock

the side doors when this system is acti-

vated.

WARNING

Do not activate the dead lock system

if there are occupants in the vehicle.

They will be locked in the vehicle and

unable to unlock the doors from

inside.

Front

Rear

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54P000259

To release this system:

To unlock the driver’s door, insert the key

in the driver’s door lock and turn the top of

the key toward the rear of the vehicle once.

NOTE:

You can switch the function that unlocks all

doors from requiring two turns to requiring

one turn, and vice versa, via the informa-

tion display setting mode. For details on

how to use the information display, refer to

“Information display” in this section.

Child-proof locks (rear door)

68PM00203

(1) LOCK

(2) UNLOCK

Each of the rear doors is equipped with a

child-proof lock which can be used to help

prevent unwanted opening of the door

from inside the vehicle. When the lock

lever is in LOCK position (1), the rear door

can only be opened from outside. When

the lock lever is in UNLOCK position (2),

the rear door can be opened from inside or

outside.

Tailgate

68PM00204

(1) Tailgate unlatch switch

You can lock and unlock the tailgate by

using the key in the driver’s door lock.

To open the tailgate, push and hold the tail-

gate unlatch switch (1) and lift the tailgate.

NOTE:

When the tailgate is closed incompletely,

follow the procedure below:

1) Push the tailgate unlatch switch (1) and

open the tailgate.

2) After a few seconds, close the tailgate.

3) Check that the tailgate is closed com-

pletely.

Front

Rear

WARNING

Place the child-proof lock in LOCK

position whenever children are

seated in the rear.

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If you cannot unlatch the tailgate by push-

ing the unlatch switch (1) due to a dis-

charged battery or malfunction, follow the

procedure below to unlatch the tailgate

from inside the vehicle.

1) Remove the luggage compartment

cover (if equipped) and fold the rear

seat forward for easier access. Refer to

“Folding rear seats” section for details

on how to fold the rear seat forward.

2) To approach the emergency lever,

remove the trim of the tailgate.

68PM00205

3) Open the cover (2), and then, move the

emergency lever (3) to the direction of

the arrow with a flat-blade screwdriver

as shown in the illustration.

4) Push open the tailgate from inside. The

tailgate will be latched again by simply

closing the tailgate.

If the tailgate cannot be unlatched by push-

ing the unlatch switch (1), have the vehicle

inspected by your SUZUKI dealer.

Keyless push start system

remote controller / Keyless

entry system transmitter

(if equipped)

68PH00270

Your vehicle is equipped with either a key-

less push start system remote controller

(Type A) or a keyless entry system trans-

mitter (Type B). The remote controller has

a keyless entry system and a keyless push

start system. The transmitter has only a

keyless entry system. For details, refer to

the following explanations.

WARNING

Always check that the tailgate is

closed and latched securely. Com-

pletely closing the tailgate helps pre-

vent occupants from being thrown

from the vehicle in the event of an

accident. Completely closing it also

helps keep exhaust gases from enter-

ing the vehicle.

CAUTION

Check that there is no one near the

tailgate when pushing open the tail-

gate from inside the vehicle.

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To release this system:

• To unlock only the driver’s door, push

UNLOCK button (2) once.

• To unlock other doors, push UNLOCK

button (2) once again.

NOTE:

You can switch the function that unlocks all

doors from requiring two pushes to requir-

ing one push, and vice versa, via the infor-

mation display setting mode. For details on

how to use the information display, refer to

“Information display” in this section.

The turn signal lights will flash once and

the exterior buzzer will sound once when

the doors are locked, and then the turn sig-

nal lights will flash once and the exterior

buzzer will sound once again when the

doors are locked with the dead lock sys-

tem.

With the remote controller inside the vehi-

cle, if you push LOCK button on the

remote controller, the exterior buzzer will

sound and doors cannot be locked.

When the doors are unlocked:

• The turn signal lights will flash twice and

the exterior buzzer will sound twice.

• If the interior light switch is in DOOR

position, the interior light will turn on for

about 15 seconds and then fade out. If

you press the engine switch during this

time, the light will start to fade out imme-

diately.

Check that the doors are locked after you

operate LOCK button (1).

NOTE:

If no door is opened within about 30 sec-

onds after UNLOCK button (2) is operated,

the doors will automatically lock again.

NOTE:

• The maximum operating distance of the

remote controller is about 5 m (16 ft.),

but this can vary depending on the sur-

roundings, especially near other trans-

mitting devices such as radio towers or

CB (Citizen’s Band) radios.

• The door locks cannot be operated with

the remote controller if the ignition mode

is in any other mode than “LOCK” (OFF).

• When any door is open, if you push

LOCK button on the remote controller,

the exterior buzzer will sound and doors

cannot be locked.

• If you lose one of the remote controllers,

ask your SUZUKI dealer as soon as pos-

sible for replacement. Have your dealer

program the new remote controller code

in your vehicle’s memory so that the old

code is erased.

Keyless unlocking/locking using the

request switches

68PM00206

When the remote controller is within the

operating range described in this section,

you can lock or unlock the doors (including

the tailgate) by pushing the request switch

(1) on the driver’s door handle, front pas-

senger’s door handle or tailgate. If you

want to prevent tamper-unlocking of the

door locks, you can activate the dead lock

system.

When all doors are unlocked:

• To lock all doors, push one of the

request switches once.

• To lock all doors with the dead lock sys-

tem, push one of the request switches

twice within about 3 seconds.

WARNING

Do not activate the dead lock system

if there are occupants in the vehicle.

They will be locked in the vehicle and

cannot unlock the doors from inside.

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The turn signal lights will flash once and

the exterior buzzer will sound once when

the doors are locked, and then the turn sig-

nal lights will flash once and the exterior

buzzer will sound once again when the

doors are locked with the dead lock sys-

tem.

To unlock a door or all doors:

• Push one of the request switches once

to unlock only one door.

• Push one of the request switches twice

to unlock all doors.

NOTE:

You can switch the function that unlocks all

doors from requiring two pushes to requir-

ing one push, and vice versa, via the infor-

mation display setting mode. For details on

how to use the information display, refer to

“Information display” in this section.

When the doors are unlocked:

• The turn signal lights will flash twice and

the exterior buzzer will sound twice.

• If the interior light switch is in DOOR

position, the interior light will turn on for

about 15 seconds and then fade out. If

you press the engine switch during this

time, the light will start to fade out imme-

diately.

Check that the doors are locked after you

operate the request switch to lock the

doors.

NOTE:

• The door locks cannot be operated by

the request switch under the following

conditions:

– If any door is open or is not completely

closed.

– If the ignition mode is in any other

mode than “LOCK” (OFF).

• If no doors are opened within about 30

seconds after unlocking the doors by

pushing the request switch, the doors

will be locked again automatically.

68PH00210

(1) 80 cm (2 1/2 feet)

When the remote controller is within

approximately 80 cm (2 1/2 feet) from a

front door handle or the tailgate switch, you

can lock or unlock the doors by pushing

the request switch.

NOTE:

• If the remote controller is outside the

request switch operating range

described above, you will not be able to

operate the request switch.

• If the battery of the remote controller

runs down or there are strong radio

waves or noise, the request switch oper-

ating range may be reduced or the

remote controller may be inoperative.

• If the remote controller is too close to the

door glass, the request switches may not

operate.

• If a spare remote controller is in the vehi-

cle, the request switches may not oper-

ate normally.

• The remote controller will only operate a

request switch if it is within the switch’s

operating range. For example, if the

remote controller is within the operating

range of the driver’s door request switch

but not the front passenger’s door

request switch or the tailgate request

switch, the driver’s door switch can be

operated but the front passenger’s door

switch or tailgate switch cannot be oper-

ated.

WARNING

Do not activate the dead lock system

if there are occupants in the vehicle.

They will be locked in the vehicle and

cannot unlock the doors from inside.

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NOTE:

The keyless push start system may not

function correctly in certain environments

or under certain operating conditions such

as the following:

• When there are strong signals coming

from a television, power station or a cel-

lular phone.

• When the remote controller is in contact

with or covered by a metal object.

• When a radio wave type remote keyless

entry is used nearby.

• When the remote controller is placed

near an electronic device such as per-

sonal computer.

Some additional precautions you should

take and information you should be aware

of are:

• Check that the key is stowed in the

remote controller. If the remote controller

becomes unreliable, you will not be able

to lock or unlock the doors.

• Check that the driver always carries the

remote controller.

• If you lose one of the remote controllers,

ask your SUZUKI dealer as soon as pos-

sible for a replacement. Have your

dealer program the new remote control-

ler code in your vehicle’s memory so that

the old code is erased.

• You can use up to four remote control-

lers and the keys for your vehicle. Ask

your SUZUKI dealer for details.

• The battery life of the remote controller

is about two years, but it can vary

depending on usage conditions.

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To stow the key into the remote controller,

push the key in the remote controller until

you hear a click.

54P000263

To remove the key from the remote control-

ler, push the button (A) in arrow direction

and pull the key out from the remote con-

troller.

Request switch warning buzzer

This exterior buzzer beeps for about 2 sec-

onds in the following conditions to warn

you that the request switch is not working:

• The request switch is pressed after all

doors are closed with the ignition mode

changed to “ACC” or “ON” by pressing

the engine switch.

• The request switch is pressed in any of

the following conditions after changing

the ignition mode to “LOCK” (OFF) by

pressing the engine switch.

– The remote controller is left inside the

vehicle.

– Any door (including the tailgate) is

open.

NOTICE

The remote controller is a sensitive

electronic instrument. To avoid dam-

aging the remote controller:

• Do not expose it to impacts, mois-

ture or high temperature such as

by leaving it on the dashboard

under direct sunlight.

• Keep the remote controller away

from magnetic objects such as a

television.

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Press the request switch again after doing

the following:

With the ignition mode changed to “LOCK”

(OFF) by pressing the engine switch, bring

out the remote controller if it is inside the

vehicle and check that all doors are com-

pletely closed.

Reminder function

68PM00207

If the remote controller is not in the vehicle

under the following conditions, the buzzer

sounds intermittently for about 2 seconds

and the immobilizer/keyless push start sys-

tem warning light on the instrument cluster

blinks:

When one or more doors are opened and

all of the doors are later closed with the

ignition in any other mode than “LOCK”.

The indicator light will turn off within sev-

eral seconds after the remote controller is

returned to an area of the vehicle other

than the rear luggage area.

If the remote controller is left in the vehicle

and you lock the driver’s door or front pas-

senger’s door as described below, the door

will be automatically unlocked.

• If you open the driver’s door and lock the

door by turning the lock knob forward or

pushing the power door locking switch,

the driver’s door will be automatically

unlocked.

• If you open the front passenger’s door

and lock the door by turning the lock

knob forward or pushing the power door

locking switch, the front passenger’s

door will be automatically unlocked.

NOTE:

• The reminder will not operate when the

remote controller is on the instrument

panel, in the glove box, in a storage

compartment, in the sun visor or on the

floor, etc.

• Check that the driver always carries the

remote controller.

• Do not leave the remote controller in the

vehicle when leaving the vehicle.

Battery replacement

If the remote controller becomes unreli-

able, replace the battery.

To replace the battery of the remote con-

troller:

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1) Pull the key out from the remote con-

troller.

2) Insert a flat-bladed screwdriver covered

with a soft cloth in the slot of the remote

controller and pry it open.

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68LM210

(1) Lithium disc type battery:

CR2032 or equivalent

3) Replace the battery (1) so its + terminal

faces the bottom of the case as shown

in the illustration.

4) Close the remote controller firmly.

5) Check that the door locks can be oper-

ated with the remote controller.

6) Dispose of the used battery properly

according to applicable rules or regula-

tions. Do not dispose of lithium batter-

ies with ordinary household trash.

NOTE:

Used batteries must be disposed of prop-

erly according to applicable rules or regu-

lations and must not be disposed of with

ordinary household trash.

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(1) Crossed-out wheeled bin symbol

The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol (1)

indicates that a used battery should be col-

lected separately from ordinary household

trash.

By ensuring the used battery is disposed

of or recycled correctly, you will help pre-

vent potential negative consequences for

the environment and human health, which

could otherwise be caused by inappropri-

ate battery disposal. The recycling of

materials will help to conserve natural

resources. For more detailed information

about disposing of or recycling the used

battery, consult your SUZUKI dealer.

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WARNING

Swallowing a lithium battery may

cause serious internal injury. Do not

allow anyone to swallow a lithium

battery. Keep lithium batteries away

from children and pets. If swallowed,

contact a physician immediately.

NOTICE

• The remote controller is a sensitive

electronic instrument. To avoid

damaging it, do not expose it to

dust or moisture or tamper with

internal parts.

• When replacing the battery by

yourself, the remote controller

could be damaged affected by

static electricity. Discharge the

static electricity built up in your

body by touching metal before

replacing the battery.

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Type A

The keyless push start system, controller

model K68PB and key model R68P0 are in

compliance with the essential require-

ments and other provisions of Directive

1999/5/EC.

Keyless entry system transmitter

(Type B)

79MH0237

(1) LOCK button

(2) UNLOCK button

There are two ways to lock or unlock all

doors (including the tailgate) simultane-

ously by operating the transmitter near the

vehicle.

Central door locking system

• To lock all doors, push LOCK button (1)

once.

• To unlock only the driver’s door, push

UNLOCK button (2) once.

• To unlock other doors, push UNLOCK

button (2) once again.

NOTE:

You can switch the function that unlocks all

doors from requiring two pushes to requir-

ing one push, and vice versa, via the infor-

mation display setting mode. For details on

how to use the information display, refer to

“Information display” in this section.

The turn signal lights will flash once when

the doors are locked.

Central door locking system with the

dead lock system (if equipped)

If you want to prevent tamper-unlocking of

the door locks, use this method. When the

dead lock system is activated, operating

the lock knobs will not unlock the side

doors.

To activate this system:

To lock all doors, push LOCK button (1)

twice within 3 seconds.

To release this system:

• To unlock only the driver’s door, push

UNLOCK button (2) once.

• To unlock other doors, push UNLOCK

button (2) once again.

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NOTE:

You can switch the function that unlocks all

doors from requiring two pushes to requir-

ing one push, and vice versa, via the infor-

mation display setting mode. For details on

how to use the information display, refer to

“Information display” in this section.

The turn signal lights will flash once when

the doors are locked, and then the turn sig-

nal lights will flash once again when the

doors are locked with the dead lock sys-

tem.

When the doors are unlocked:

• The turn signal lights will flash twice.

• If the interior light switch is in DOOR

position, the interior light will turn on for

about 15 seconds and then fade out. If

you insert the key into the ignition switch

during this time, the light will start to fade

out immediately.

Check that the doors are locked after you

operate LOCK button (1).

NOTE:

If no door is opened within about 30 sec-

onds after UNLOCK button (2) is operated,

the doors will automatically lock again.

NOTE:

• The maximum operating distance of the

keyless entry system transmitter is about

5 m (16 ft.), but this can vary depending

on the surroundings, especially near

other transmitting devices such as radio

towers or CB (Citizen’s Band) radios.

• The door locks cannot be operated with

the transmitter, if the ignition key is

inserted in the ignition switch.

• When any door is open, the door locks

can only be unlocked with the transmit-

ter, and the turn signal light will not flash.

• If you lose one of the transmitters, ask

your SUZUKI dealer as soon as possible

for a replacement. Have your dealer pro-

gram the new transmitter code in your

vehicle’s memory so that the old code is

erased.

Battery replacement

If the transmitter becomes unreliable,

replace the battery.

To replace the battery of the transmitter:

68LM248

1) Remove the screw (1), and open the

transmitter cover.

2) Remove the transmitter (2).

WARNING

Do not activate the dead lock system

if there are occupants in the vehicle.

They will be locked in the vehicle and

cannot unlock the doors from inside.

NOTICE

The transmitter is a sensitive elec-

tronic instrument. To avoid damaging

the transmitter:

• Do not expose it to impacts, mois-

ture or high temperature such as

by leaving it on the dashboard

under direct sunlight.

• Keep the transmitter away from

magnetic objects such as a televi-

sion.

(1)

(2)

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BEFORE DRIVING

68PM2-01E

68LM249

(3) Lithium disc type battery:

CR1616 or equivalent

3) Put the edge of a flat-bladed screw-

driver in the slot of the transmitter (2)

and pry it open.

4) Replace the battery (3) so its + terminal

faces “+” mark of the transmitter.

5) Close the transmitter and install it into

the transmitter holder.

6) Close the transmitter cover, install and

tighten the screw (1).

7) Check that the door locks can be oper-

ated with the transmitter.

8) Dispose of the used battery properly

according to applicable rules or regula-

tions. Do not dispose of lithium batter-

ies with ordinary household trash.

NOTE:

Used batteries must be disposed of prop-

erly according to applicable rules or regu-

lations and must not be disposed of with

ordinary household trash.

80JM133

(1) Crossed-out wheeled bin symbol

The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol (1)

indicates that a used battery should be col-

lected separately from ordinary household

trash.

By ensuring the used battery is disposed

of or recycled correctly, you will help pre-

vent potential negative consequences for

the environment and human health, which

could otherwise be caused by inappropri-

ate battery disposal. The recycling of

materials will help to conserve natural

resources. For more detailed information

about disposing of or recycling of the used

battery, consult your SUZUKI dealer.

(2)

(3)

WARNING

Swallowing a lithium battery may

cause serious internal injury. Do not

allow anyone to swallow a lithium

battery. Keep lithium batteries away

from children and pets. If swallowed,

contact a physician immediately.

NOTICE

• The transmitter is a sensitive elec-

tronic instrument. To avoid damag-

ing it, do not expose it to dust or

moisture or tamper with internal

parts.

• When replacing the battery by

yourself, the remote controller

could be damaged affected by

static electricity. Discharge the

static electricity built up in your

body by touching metal before

replacing the battery.

(1)

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BEFORE DRIVING

68PM2-01E

Type B

The keyless entry system, transmitter

model T61M0 and controller model K68P2

are in compliance with the essential

requirements and other provisions of

Directive 1999/5/EC.

Theft deterrent light

68PM00208

This light will blink with the ignition switch

in “LOCK” or “ACC” position, or the ignition

mode “LOCK” (OFF) or “ACC”. The blink-

ing light is intended to deter theft by lead-

ing others to believe that the vehicle is

equipped with a security system.

Windows

Manual window control

(if equipped)

60G010A

Raise or lower the door windows by turning

the handle located on the door panel.

EXAMPLE

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BEFORE DRIVING

68PM2-01E

Electric window controls

The electric windows can only be operated

when the ignition switch is in “ON” position

or the ignition mode is “ON”.

Driver’s side (Type A)

68PM00209

Driver’s side (Type B)

68PM00210

The driver’s door has a switch (1) to oper-

ate the driver’s window, and a switch (2) to

operate the front passenger’s window or

there are switches (3), (4), to operate the

rear left and right passenger windows,

respectively.

Passenger’s door

68PM00211

The passenger’s door has a switch (5) to

operate the passenger’s window.

(1)

(2)

EXAMPLE

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

EXAMPLE

(5)

EXAMPLE

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BEFORE DRIVING

68PM2-01E

81A009

To open a window, push the top part of the

switch. To close the window, lift up the top

part of the switch.

The driver’s window has AUTO-DOWN

and AUTO-UP (if equipped) features for

greater convenience (at toll booths or

drive-through restaurants, for example).

This means the driver can open or close

the window without holding the window

switch in DOWN or UP position. Press

down or lift up the driver’s window switch

completely and release it. To stop the win-

dow before it reaches the FULL-DOWN or

FULL-UP position, pull up or push down

the switch briefly.

Lock switch (type A)

68PM00212

Lock switch (type B)

68PM00213

The driver’s door also has a lock switch for

the passenger’s window(s). When you

push in the lock switch, the passenger’s

window(s) cannot be raised or lowered by

operating any of the switches (2), (3), (4)

or (5). To restore normal operation, release

the lock switch by pushing it again.

NOTE:

If you drive with one of the rear windows

open, you may hear a loud sound caused

by air vibration. To reduce the sound, open

the driver’s or front passenger’s window, or

narrow the rear window opening.

OPEN

EXAMPLE

WARNING

• You should always lock the pas-

senger’s window operation when

there are children in the vehicle.

Children can be seriously injured if

they get part of their body caught

by the window during operation.

• To avoid injuring an occupant by

window entrapment, check that no

part of the occupant’s body such as

hands or head is in the path of the

electric windows when closing

them.

• Always remove the ignition key or

take the keyless push start system

remote controller with you when

leaving the vehicle even only for a

short time. Also do not leave chil-

dren alone in a parked vehicle.

Unattended children could use the

electric window switches and get

trapped by the window.

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BEFORE DRIVING

68PM2-01E

Pinching prevention function

(if equipped)

The driver’s window is equipped with a

pinching prevention function. This function

detects a foreign object that is caught in

the window as it is being closed by AUTO-

UP feature, which allows you to close the

window without holding the window switch

in UP position, and stops the window from

closing to prevent damage.

NOTE:

Even if you cannot close the window by the

AUTO-UP feature because there may be

something wrong with the pinching preven-

tion function, you can close the window by

holding the window switch in UP position.

If you drive in extreme off-road condition,

the pinching prevention function may oper-

ate accidentally because the window

reacts to vehicle jolting.

Pinching prevention function initializa-

tion

When you disconnect and reconnect the

battery or replace the fuse, the function will

be deactivated. In this condition, the

AUTO-DOWN feature will be deactivated,

while the AUTO-UP feature may remain

activated. The pinching prevention function

needs to be initialized.

To initialize the pinching prevention func-

tion, use the following procedure:

1) Turn the ignition switch to “ON” position

or press the engine switch to change

the ignition mode to “ON”.

2) Open the driver’s window fully by hold-

ing the window switch in DOWN posi-

tion.

3) Close the driver’s window by holding

the switch in UP position, and keep

holding the switch for 2 seconds after

the window is fully closed.

4) Check the driver’s window to see if the

AUTO-DOWN/UP feature works.

If the AUTO-DOWN/UP feature will not

work after initialization, there might be

something wrong with the pinching preven-

tion function. Have your vehicle inspected

by an authorized SUZUKI dealer.

WARNING

To avoid injuring an occupant by win-

dow entrapment, check that no part

of the occupant’s body such as

hands or head is in the path of the

electric window when closing it.

This function may not detect an

object due to the size, hardness, or

position of the object being caught in

the closing window.

CAUTION

• The pinching prevention function

does not operate while you are

holding the window switch in UP

position.

• The pinching prevention function

may not detect an object caught in

the window just before the window

is fully closed.

WARNING

Whenever you disconnect and recon-

nect the battery or replace the fuse,

the pinching prevention function

needs to be initialized.

The pinching prevention function will

not be activated until the initialization

is completed.

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BEFORE DRIVING

68PM2-01E

Mirrors

Inside rearview mirror

68LMT0205

68LMT0206

(2) Day driving

(3) Night driving

You can adjust the inside rearview mirror

by hand to see the rear of your vehicle in

the mirror. To adjust the mirror, set the

selector tab (1) to the day position, and

then move the mirror up, down or sideways

by hand to obtain the best view.

When driving at night, you can move the

selector tab to the night position to reduce

glare from the headlights of vehicles

behind you.

Outside rearview mirrors

68PM00214

Adjust the outside rearview mirrors so you

can just see the side of your vehicle in the

mirrors.

(1)

(2) (3)

WARNING

• Always adjust the mirror with the

selector set to the day position.

• Only use the night position if it is

necessary to reduce glare from the

headlights of vehicles behind you.

Be aware that in this position you

may not be able to see some

objects that could be seen in the

day position.

WARNING

Be careful when judging the size or

distance of a vehicle or other object

seen in the side convex mirror. Be

aware that objects look smaller and

appear farther away than when seen

in a flat mirror.

EXAMPLE

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BEFORE DRIVING

68PM2-01E

Electric mirrors (if equipped)

68PM00215

The switch to control the electric mirrors is

located on the driver’s door panel. You can

adjust the mirrors when the ignition switch

is in “ACC” or “ON” position, or the ignition

mode is “ACC” or “ON”. To adjust the mir-

rors:

1) Move the selector switch to the left or

right to select the mirror you wish to

adjust.

2) Press the outer part of the switch that

corresponds to the direction in which

you wish to move the mirror.

3) Return the selector switch to the center

position to help prevent unintended

adjustment.

NOTE:

If your vehicle is equipped with the heated

outside rearview mirrors, refer to “Heated

rear window switch / heated outside rear-

view mirror switch (if equipped)” in this

section.

Front seats

Seat adjustment

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(1)

(2) (3)

(4)

WARNING

Never attempt to adjust the driver’s

seat or seatback while driving. The

seat or seatback could move unex-

pectedly, causing loss of control.

Check that the driver’s seat and seat-

back are properly adjusted before

you start driving.

WARNING

To avoid excessive seat belt slack,

which reduces the effectiveness of

the seat belts as a safety device,

check that the seats are adjusted

before the seat belts are fastened.

WARNING

All seatbacks should always be in an

upright position when driving, or seat

belt effectiveness may be reduced.

Seat belts are designed to offer maxi-

mum protection when seatbacks are

in the upright position.

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BEFORE DRIVING

68PM2-01E

68PM00216

EXAMPLE

(1)

(2)

(3)

Seat position adjustment lever (1)

Pull the lever up and slide the seat.

Seatback angle adjustment lever (2)

Pull the lever up and move the seatback.

Seat height adjustment lever (3) (if

equipped)

Pull the lever up to raise the seat. Push the

lever down to lower the seat.

After adjustment, move the seat and seat-

back forward and backward to check that it

is securely latched.

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BEFORE DRIVING

68PM2-01E

Head restraints

80J001

Head restraints are designed to help

reduce the risk of neck injuries in the case

of an accident. Adjust the head restraint to

the position which places the center of the

head restraint closest to the top of your

ears. If this is not possible for very tall pas-

sengers, adjust the head restraint as high

as possible.

NOTE:

It may be necessary to recline the seat-

back to provide enough overhead clear-

ance to remove the head restraint.

Front

61MM0A032

To raise the front head restraint, pull

upward the head restraint until it clicks. To

lower the head restraint, push down the

head restraint while holding in the lock

lever. If a head restraint must be removed

(for cleaning, replacement, etc.), push in

the lock lever and pull the head restraint all

the way out.

Front seat heater (if equipped)

68LM216

With the ignition switch is in “ON” position

or the ignition mode is “ON”, push in one or

both of the seat heater switch(es) to warm

the corresponding seat(s). The indicator

light below the switch will also come on. To

turn off the seat heater, push in the switch

again. The indicator light below the switch

will go off.

WARNING

• Never drive the vehicle with the

head restraints removed.

• Do not attempt to adjust the head

restraint while driving.

EXAMPLE

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BEFORE DRIVING

68PM2-01E

86G064

Rear seats

Head restraints

Head restraints are designed to help

reduce the risk of neck injuries in the case

of an accident.

NOTE:

It may be necessary to fold forward the

seatback to provide enough overhead

clearance to remove the head restraint.

Adjust the head restraint to the position

which places the center of the head

restraint closest to the top of your ears. If

this is not possible for very tall passengers,

adjust the head restraint as high as possi-

ble.

WARNING

Improperly using the seat heater can

be hazardous. An occupant can suf-

fer burns even if the heating tempera-

ture is fairly low, if the occupant is

wearing thin pants, a thin skirt or

shorts and leaves the heater on for

long periods.

Avoid using the seat heater for these

occupants:

• People who have reduced feeling in

their legs, including the elderly or

those with certain disabilities.

• Small children, or anyone with sen-

sitive skin.

• People who are asleep or under the

influence of alcohol or other drugs

which make them tired.

NOTICE

To avoid damaging the heater ele-

ment:

• Do not subject the front seats to

heavy impacts, such as children

jumping on them.

• Do not cover the seat with any

insulating materials such as blan-

kets or cushions.

WARNING

• Never drive the vehicle with the

head restraints removed.

• Do not attempt to adjust the head

restraint while driving.

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BEFORE DRIVING

68PM2-01E

Rear

61MM0A033

To raise the rear head restraint, pull

upward the head restraint until it clicks. To

lower the head restraint, push down the

head restraint while holding in the lock

lever. If a head restraint must be removed

(for cleaning, replacement, etc.), push in

the lock lever and pull the head restraint all

the way out.

When installing a child restraint system,

remove the head restraint.

Folding rear seats

The rear seats of your vehicle can be

folded forward to provide additional cargo

space.

To fold the rear seats forward:

1) Lower the head restraint fully.

68PM00246

2) Hook the webbing of the outboard lap-

shoulder belts in the belt hangers.

68PM00217

3) For the split seat, pull the release lever

on the top of each split seat, and fold

the seatbacks forward.

For the bench seat, pull the both

release levers on the top of the bench

seat together, and fold the seatback for-

ward.

EXAMPLE

NOTICE

• When you move a seatback, make

sure the belt webbing is hooked in

the seat belt hangers so the seat

belts are not caught by the seat-

back, seat hinge, or seat latch. This

helps prevent damage to the belt

system.

• Make sure the belt webbing is not

twisted.

EXAMPLE

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BEFORE DRIVING

68PM2-01E

To return the seat to the normal position,

follow the procedure below.

68PM00218

Raise the seatback until it locks into place.

After returning the seat, move the seat-

back forward and backward to check that it

is securely latched.

NOTICE

After folding the rear seatback for-

ward, do not allow any foreign mate-

rial to enter the lock opening. This

may cause damage to the inside of

the lock and prevent the seatback

from being locked securely.

WARNING

If you need to carry cargo in the pas-

senger compartment with the rear

seatback folded forward, secure the

cargo or it may be thrown about,

causing injury. Never pile cargo

higher than the seatbacks.

CAUTION

When returning the rear seatback to

the normal position, be careful that

your finger is not caught between the

lock and the striker.

NOTICE

• When returning the rear seatback

to the normal position, check that

there is nothing around the striker.

Any foreign materials prevent the

seatback from being locked

securely.

• When you move a seatback, make

sure the belt webbing is hooked in

the seat belt hangers so the seat

belts are not caught by the seat-

back, seat hinge, or seat latch. This

helps prevent damage to the belt

system.

EXAMPLE

Lock

Unlock

Red

CAUTION

Do not put your hand into the rear

seatback lock opening, or your finger

may get caught and be injured.

CAUTION

After securing the rear seatback,

check that it is locked securely. If it is

not, red will appear in the release

lever.

NOTICE

• When returning the rear seatback

to the normal position, do not allow

any foreign material to enter the

lock opening. This may prevent the

seatback from being locked

securely.

• When returning the rear seatback

to the normal position, handle it

carefully by hand to avoid any dam-

age to the lock itself. Do not push it

by using some material or by

applying excessive force.

• As the lock is designed exclusively

for securing the rear seatback, do

not use it for any other purpose.

Incorrect use of it may cause dam-

age to the inside of the lock and

prevent the seatback from being

locked securely.

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BEFORE DRIVING

68PM2-01E

Seat belts and child restraint

systems

65D231S

65D606 65D201

WARNING

Wear your seat belts at all times.

WARNING

An air bag supplements or adds to

the frontal crash protection offered

by seat belts. The driver and all pas-

sengers must be properly restrained

by fastening seat belts at all times,

whether or not an air bag is mounted

at their seating position, to minimize

the risk of severe injury or death in

the event of a crash.

WARNING

• Never allow persons to ride in the

cargo area of a vehicle. In the event

of an accident, there is a much

greater risk of injury for persons

who are not riding in a seat with

their seat belt securely fastened.

• Seat belts should always be

adjusted as follows:

– the lap portion of the belt should

be worn low across the pelvis,

not across the waist.

– the shoulder straps should be

worn on the outside shoulder

only, and never under the arm.

– the shoulder straps should be

away from your face and neck,

but not falling off your shoulder.

(Continued)

Above the pelvis

WARNING

(Continued)

• Seat belts should never be worn

with the straps twisted and should

be adjusted as tightly as is com-

fortable to provide the protection

for which they have been designed.

A slack belt will provide less pro-

tection than a snug belt.

• Check that each seat belt buckle is

inserted into the proper buckle

catch. It is possible to cross the

buckles in the rear seat.

(Continued)

Across the pelvis

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BEFORE DRIVING

68PM2-01E

65D199

WARNING

(Continued)

• Pregnant women should use seat

belts, although specific recommen-

dations about driving should be

made by the woman’s medical advi-

sor. Remember that the lap portion

of the belt should be worn as low

as possible across the hips, as

shown in the illustration.

• Do not fasten your seat belt over

hard or breakable objects in your

pockets or on your clothing. If an

accident occurs, objects such as

glasses, pens, etc. under the seat

belt can cause injury.

(Continued)

as low as possible

across the hips

WARNING

(Continued)

• Never use the same seat belt for

more than one occupant and never

attach a seat belt over an infant or

child being held on an occupant’s

lap. Such seat belt use could cause

serious injury in the event of an

accident.

• Periodically inspect seat belt

assemblies for excessive wear and

damage. Seat belts should be

replaced if webbing becomes

frayed, contaminated or damaged

in any way. It is essential to replace

the entire seat belt assembly after it

has been worn in a severe impact,

even if damage to the assembly is

not obvious.

• Children aged 12 and under should

ride properly restrained in the rear

seat.

• Infants and small children should

never be transported unless they

are properly restrained. Restraint

systems for infants and small chil-

dren can be purchased locally and

should be used. Check that the

system you purchase meets appli-

cable safety standards. Read and

follow all the directions provided

by the manufacturer.

(Continued)

WARNING

(Continued)

• For children, if the shoulder belt

irritates the neck or face, move the

child closer to the center of the

vehicle.

• Avoid contamination of seat belt

webbing by polishes, oils, chemi-

cals, and particularly battery acid.

Cleaning may safely be carried out

using mild soap and water.

• Do not insert any items such as

coins and clips into the seat belt

buckles, and be careful not to spill

liquids into these parts. If foreign

materials get into a seat belt

buckle, the seat belt may not work

properly.

• All seatbacks should always be in

an upright position when driving,

or seat belt effectiveness may be

reduced. Seat belts are designed to

offer maximum protection when

seatbacks are in the upright posi-

tion.

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BEFORE DRIVING

68PM2-01E

Lap-shoulder belt

Emergency locking retractor (ELR)

The seat belt has an emergency locking

retractor (ELR), which is designed to lock

the seat belt only during a sudden stop or

impact. It also may lock if you pull the belt

across your body very quickly. If this hap-

pens, let the belt go back to unlock it, and

then pull the belt across your body more

slowly.

Safety reminder

60A038

60A040

To reduce the risk of sliding under the belt

during a crash, position the lap portion of

the belt across your lap as low on your hips

as possible and adjust it to a snug fit by

pulling the shoulder portion of the belt

upward through the latch plate. The length

of the diagonal shoulder strap adjusts itself

to allow freedom of movement.

Sit up straight and

fully back

Low on hips

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BEFORE DRIVING

68PM2-01E

60A036

To fasten the seat belt, sit up straight and

far back into the seat, pull the latch plate

attached to the seat belt across your body

and press it straight into the buckle until

you hear a click.

80J2008

NOTE:

The word “CENTER” is marked on the

buckle for the rear center belt. The buckles

are designed so a latch plate cannot be

inserted into the wrong buckle.

60A039

To unfasten the seat belt, push the red

“PRESS” button on the buckle and retract

the belt slowly while holding the belt or/and

the latch plate.

EXAMPLE

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BEFORE DRIVING

68PM2-01E

Seat belt reminder

68PM00221

(2) (3) (4) (2) (3) (4)

(1)

EXAMPLE

Red Gray

(1) Driver’s seat belt reminder light / front

passenger’s seat belt reminder light

(2) Rear passenger’s seat belt reminder

light (rear left)*

(3) Rear passenger’s seat belt reminder

light (rear center)*

(4) Rear passenger’s seat belt reminder

light (rear right)*

*1 This symbol represents that the

seat belt is unfastened.

*2 This symbol represents that the

seat belt is fastened.

When the driver and/or passenger(s) do

not fasten their seat belts, the seat belt

reminder lights will come on and a buzzer

will sound to remind the driver and/or pas-

senger(s) to fasten their seat belts. For

more details, refer to the explanation

below.

WARNING

It is absolutely essential that the

driver and passengers fasten their

seat belts at all times. Persons who

are not fastening seat belts have a

much greater risk of injury if an acci-

dent occurs. Make a regular habit of

buckling your seat belt before putting

the key in the ignition or pressing the

engine switch.

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BEFORE DRIVING

68PM2-01E

Driver’s seat belt reminder

If the driver’s seat belt remains unbuckled

when the ignition switch is turned to “ON”

position or the engine switch is pressed to

change the ignition mode to “ON”, the

reminder works as follows:

1) The driver’s seat belt reminder light will

come on. The front passenger’s seat

belt reminder light will also come on if a

front passenger does not fasten his/her

seat belt.

2) After the vehicle’s speed has reached

about 15 km/h, the driver’s seat belt

reminder light will blink and a buzzer

will sound for about 95 seconds.

3) The reminder light will remain on until

the driver’s seat belt is buckled.

If the driver has buckled his or her seat belt

and later unbuckles the seat belt, the

reminder system will be activated from

Step 1) or 2) according to the vehicle’s

speed. When the vehicle’s speed is less

than 15 km/h, the reminder will start from

Step 1). When the vehicle’s speed is more

than 15 km/h, the reminder will start from

Step 2).

The reminder will be automatically can-

celed when the driver’s seat belt is buckled

or the ignition switch is turned off, or the

engine switch is pressed to change the

ignition mode to “LOCK” (OFF).

Front passenger’s seat belt reminder

The front passenger’s seat belt reminder

will activate only when there is a passen-

ger sitting in the front seat. In some situa-

tions, however, such as when you place

heavy objects in the front seat, the seat

belt reminder can be activated as if a pas-

senger was present. The front passenger’s

seat belt reminder works in the same man-

ner as the driver’s seat belt reminder.

Rear passenger’s seat belt reminder

If a rear seat belt is not fastened when the

engine is started, all the rear passenger’s

seat belt reminder lights will come on for

about 35 seconds and then go out. The

reminder fades when the seat belt is fas-

tened.

The rear passenger’s seat belt reminder

lights will also come on for about 35 sec-

onds in the following conditions.

• If a seat belt is unfastened when the

vehicle speed is less than 15 km/h, the

corresponding light will come on.

• If a seat belt is unfastened when the

vehicle speed is more than 15 km/h, the

corresponding light will come on and a

buzzer will sound.

The reminder will be automatically can-

celed when the rear seat belt is buckled or

the ignition switch is turned off, or the

engine switch is pressed to change the

ignition mode to “LOCK” (OFF).

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BEFORE DRIVING

68PM2-01E

Shoulder anchor height adjuster

64J198

Adjust the shoulder anchor height so that

the shoulder belt rides on the center of the

outboard shoulder. To move upward, slide

the anchor up. To move downward, slide

the anchor down while pulling the lock

knob out. After adjustment, check that the

anchor is securely locked.

Seat belt hanger

68PM00222

Seat belt inspection

65D209S

Periodically check if the seat belts work

properly and are not damaged. Check the

webbing, buckles, latch plates, retractors,

anchorages and guide loops. Replace any

seat belts which do not work properly or

are damaged.

WARNING

Check that the shoulder belt is posi-

tioned on the center of the outside

shoulder. The belt should be away

from your face and neck, but not fall-

ing off your shoulder. Misadjustment

of the belt could reduce the effective-

ness of the seat belt in a crash.

EXAMPLE

NOTICE

When you move a seatback, make

sure the belt webbing is hooked in

the seat belt hangers so the seat

belts are not caught by the seatback,

seat hinge, or seat latch. This helps

prevent damage to the belt system.

EXAMPLE

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Child restraint systems

60G332S

The following types of child restraint sys-

tem are available generally.

Infant restraint

80JC007

Child restraint

80JC016

Booster seat

80JC008

SUZUKI highly recommends that you use

a child restraint system to restrain infants

and small children. Many different types of

child restraint systems are available; check

WARNING

Inspect all seat belt assemblies after

any crash. Any seat belt assembly

which was in use during a crash

(other than a very minor one) should

be replaced, even if damage to the

assembly is not obvious. Any seat

belt assembly which was not in use

during a crash should be replaced if

it does not function properly, it is

damaged in any way or the seat belt

pretensioners were activated (that is,

if the front air bags were activated).

EXAMPLE

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that the restraint system you select meets

applicable safety standards.

All child restraint systems are designed to

be secured in vehicle seats either by seat

belts (lap belts or the lap portion of lap-

shoulder belts) or by special rigid lower

anchor bars built into the seat. Whenever

possible, SUZUKI recommends that child

restraint systems be installed on the rear

seat. According to accident statistics, chil-

dren are safer when properly restrained in

rear seating positions than in front seating

positions.

(For countries applied for UN Regula-

tion No.16)

When purchasing a child restraint and

install it to your SUZUKI vehicle, refer to

the information about suitability for child

restraints shown in “Child restraint system

for countries applied for UN Regulation

No.16” in this section.

NOTE:

Observe any statutory regulation about

child restraints.

58MS030

WARNING

When using a child restraint system

on the front passenger’s seat, the

front passenger’s air bag system

must be deactivated; otherwise

deployment of the front passenger’s

air bag could result in the death or

serious injury of the child.

WARNING

If you install a child restraint system

in the rear seat, slide the front seat

far enough forward so that the child’s

feet do not touch the front seatback.

This will help avoid injury to the child

in the event of an accident.

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65D608

65D609

WARNING

Children could be endangered in a

crash if their child restraint systems

are not properly secured in the vehi-

cle. When installing a child restraint

system, follow the instructions

below. Secure the child in the

restraint system according to the

manufacturer’s instructions.

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Child restraint system for countries applied for UN Regulation No.16

Child restraint

The suitability of each passenger’s seat position for carriage of children and fitting of child restraint system is shown in the table below.

Whenever you carry children under 12 years of age or smaller than 150 cm, properly use the child restraints which conform to UN Regu-

lation No. 44, the standard for child restraints, referring to the table.

Installation suitability of child restraint systems

In case the front passenger airbag is activated.

CAUTION

Adjust the height of the rear head restraint or remove it for fitting the child restraint, as necessary. However, if a booster

cushion not equipped with the head restraint is fitted, the rear seat head restraint should not be removed. If the rear head

restraint is removed for fitting the child restraint, you need to install it again after removing the child restraint.

If the child restraint is fitted improperly, a child sitting in it could be injured in a crash. (Refer to “Installation with lap-shoul-

der seat belts” section, “Installation with ISOFIX type anchorages” section and “Installation of child restraint with top tether”

section in this section for details.)

Mass Group

Seating position (or other site)

Front Passenger Rear Outboard Rear Center

Intermediate

Outboard

Intermediate

Center

group 0 up to 10 kg X U U N.A. N.A.

group 0+ up to 13 kg X U

N.A. N.A.

group I 9 to 18 kg X U U N.A. N.A.

group II 15 to 25 kg X UF UF N.A. N.A.

group III 22 to 36 kg X UF UF N.A. N.A.

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In case the front passenger airbag is deactivated.

Key of letters to be inserted in the above table:

U =Suitable for ‘universal’ category restraints approved for use in this mass group

UF =Suitable for forward-facing ‘universal’ category restraints approved for use in this mass group

L =Suitable for particular child restraints given on attached list.

These restraints may be of the ‘specific vehicle’, ‘restricted’ or ‘semi-universal’ categories.

B =Built-in restraint approved for this mass group

X =Seat position not suitable for children in this mass group

NOTE:

1) SUZUKI recommends “Britax Römer Baby Safe Plus” child seat.

SUZUKI Genuine Accessory part number: 990E0-59J37-001

NOTE:

‘universal’ is the category in UN Regulation No. 44.

Mass Group

Seating position (or other site)

Front Passenger Rear Outboard Rear Center

Intermediate

Outboard

Intermediate

Center

group 0 up to 10 kg U U U N.A. N.A.

group 0+ up to 13 kg U

N.A. N.A.

group I 9 to 18 kg U U U N.A. N.A.

group II 15 to 25 kg UF UF UF N.A. N.A.

group III 22 to 36 kg UF UF UF N.A. N.A.

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Installation suitability of ISOFIX child restraint systems

Mass Group

Size

class

Fixture

Vehicle ISOFIX positions

Front

Passenger

Rear

Outboard

Rear

Center

Intermediate

Outboard

Intermediate

Center

Others

sites

carrycot

F ISO/L1 N.A. X N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.

G ISO/L2 N.A. X N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.

group 0 up to 10 kg E ISO/R1 N.A. IL N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.

group 0+ up to 13 kg

E ISO/R1 N.A. IL N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.

D ISO/R2 N.A. IL N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.

C ISO/R3 N.A. IL N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.

group I 9 to 18 kg

D ISO/R2 N.A. IL N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.

C ISO/R3 N.A. IL N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.

B ISO/F2 N.A. IL,IUF N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.

B1 ISO/F2X N.A. IL,IUF

N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.

A ISO/F3 N.A. IL,IUF N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.

group II 15 to 25 kg N.A. IL

N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.

group III 22 to 36 kg N.A. IL

N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.

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Key of letters to be inserted in the above table

IUF =Suitable for ISOFIX forward child restraints systems of universal category approved for use in this mass group

IL =Suitable for particular ISOFIX CRS are those of “specific vehicle”, “restricted” or “semi-universal” categories.

X =ISOFIX position not suitable for ISOFIX child restraint systems in this mass group and/or this size class.

NOTE:

1) SUZUKI recommends “Britax Römer Duo Plus” child seat.

SUZUKI Genuine Accessory part number: 990E0-59J56-000

2) SUZUKI recommends “Britax Römer KidFix XP” child seat.

SUZUKI Genuine Accessory part number: 990E0-59J25-002

NOTE:

‘universal’ is the category in UN Regulation No. 44.

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Installation suitability of i-Size child restraint systems

Key of letters to be inserted in the above table

i-U =Suitable for i-Size “universal” Child Restraint Systems forward and rearward facing.

i-UF =Suitable for forward-facing i-Size “universal” Child Restraint Systems only.

X =Seating position not suitable for i-Size “universal” Child Restraint Systems.

NOTE:

‘universal’ is the category in UN Regulation No. 44.

Seating position

Front Rear Rear Rear Intermediate Intermediate Intermediate

Passenger

Outboard

Left

Outboard

Right

Center

Outboard

Left

Outboard

Right

Center

i-Size Child

Restraint

N.A. i-U i-U N.A. N.A. N.A. N.A.

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Installation with lap-shoulder seat

belts

NOTE:

Stow the removed head restraint in the lug-

gage compartment so it will not cause

inconvenience to the occupants.

ELR type belt

80JC021

Whenever possible, SUZUKI recom-

mends that child restraint systems be

installed on the rear seat. According to

accident statistics, children are safer when

properly restrained in rear seating posi-

tions than in front seating positions.

• If you must install the child restraint sys-

tem on the front passenger’s seat, follow

instructions below.

– Deactivate the front passenger’s front

air bag by the front passenger air bag

deactivation system.

– Slide the seat to the most rear position

by the seat position adjustment lever.

– Adjust the seatback at the 5th step

inclined position (counted from most

upright position) with the seatback

angle adjustment lever.

– If your vehicle is equipped with the

seat height adjustment lever, raise the

seat to the uppermost position by the

seat height adjustment lever.

Install your child restraint system accord-

ing to the instructions provided by the child

restraint system manufacturer.

Check that the seat belt is securely

latched.

Move the child restraint system in all direc-

tions to check that it is securely installed.

When you put your child in the child

restraint system, appropriately slide the

front seat forward not to touch a part of

your child’s body.

CAUTION

Adjust the height of the rear head

restraint or remove it for fitting the

child restraint, as necessary. How-

ever, if a booster cushion not

equipped with the head restraint is

fitted, the rear seat head restraint

should not be removed. If the rear

head restraint is removed for fitting

the child restraint, you need to install

it again after removing the child

restraint.

If the child restraint is fitted improp-

erly, a child sitting in it could be

injured in a crash.

EXAMPLE

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Installation with ISOFIX type

anchorages

54P000223

Your vehicle is equipped with the lower

anchorages in the rear seat outboard seat-

ing positions for securing a ISOFIX type of

child restraints with the connecting bars.

The lower anchorages are located where

the rear of the seat cushion meets the bot-

tom of the seatback.

Install the ISOFIX type child restraint sys-

tem according to the instructions provided

by the child restraint system manufacturer.

After installation, try moving the child

restraint system in all directions especially

forward to check that connecting bars are

securely latched to the anchorages.

84MM00252

Your vehicle is equipped with the top tether

anchorages. Use the top tether strap of the

child restraint according to the instructions

provided by the child restraint system man-

ufacturer.

Here is a general instruction:

NOTE:

Stow the removed head restraint in the lug-

gage compartment so it will not cause

inconvenience to the occupants.

WARNING

Install the ISOFIX type of child

restraint(s) in the only outboard seat-

ing positions, not in the central posi-

tion for the rear seat.

EXAMPLE

CAUTION

Adjust the height of the rear head

restraint or remove it for fitting the

child restraint, as necessary. How-

ever, if a booster cushion not

equipped with the head restraint is

fitted, the rear seat head restraint

should not be removed. If the rear

head restraint is removed for fitting

the child restraint, you need to install

it again after removing the child

restraint.

If the child restraint is fitted improp-

erly, a child sitting in it could be

injured in a crash.

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78F114

1) Place the child restraint in the rear seat,

inserting the connecting bars to the

anchorages between the seat cushion

and the seatback.

68LM268

2) Use your hands to carefully align the

connecting bar tips with the anchor-

ages. Take care not to pinch your fin-

gers.

54G184

3) Push the child restraint toward the anchor-

ages so that the connecting bar tips are

partially hooked to the anchorages. Use

your hands to confirm the position.

EXAMPLE

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54G185

4) Grasp the front of the child restraint and

push the child restraint forcefully to

latch the connecting bars. Check that

they are securely latched by trying to

move the child restraint system in all

directions, especially forward.

5) Attach the top tether strap referring to

“Installation of child restraint with top

tether” section below.

When you put your child in the child

restraint system, appropriately slide the

front seat forward not to touch a part of

your child’s body.

Installation of child restraint with

top tether

68PM00247

Some child restraint systems require the

use of a top tether strap. Top tether anchor-

age brackets are provided in your vehicle at

the locations shown in the illustrations.

The number of the top tether anchorage

brackets provided in your vehicle depends

on the vehicle specification. Install the child

restraint system as follows:

1) Remove the luggage compartment cover

(if equipped).

2) Secure the child restraint on the rear

seat using the procedure described

above for securing a restraint system

that does not require a top tether strap.

3) Hook the top tether strap to the top

tether anchorage bracket and tighten

the top tether strap according to the

instructions provided by the child

restraint system manufacturer. Attach

the top tether strap to the correspond-

ing top tether anchorage bracket

located directly behind the child

restraint. Do not attach the top tether

strap to the luggage restraint loops (if

equipped).

NOTICE

When installing a child restraint sys-

tem to the rear seat, adjust the front

seat position so that the front seat

does not interfere with the child

restraint system.

EXAMPLE

Front

WARNING

Do not attach the child restraint top

tether strap to the luggage restraint

loops (if equipped). Incorrectly

attached top tether strap will reduce

the intended effectiveness of the

child restraint system.

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54P000264

4) When routing the top tether strap, pass

the top tether strap as shown in the

illustration. (Refer to “Head restraints”

section for details on how to remove the

head restraint.)

5) Check that cargo does not interfere

with routing of the top tether strap.

Seat belt pretensioner system

63J269

To determine if your vehicle is equipped

with a seat belt pretensioner system at the

front or rear seating positions, check the

label on the seat belt at the bottom part. If

the letters “p” and/or “PRE” appear as illus-

trated, your vehicle is equipped with the

seat belt pretensioner system. You can use

the pretensioner seat belts in the same

manner as ordinary seat belts.

Read this section and “Supplemental

restraint system (air bags)” section to learn

more about the pretensioner system.

The seat belt pretensioner system works

with the supplemental restraint system (air

bags). The crash sensors and the elec-

tronic controller of the air bag system also

control the seat belt pretensioners. The

pretensioners are triggered only when

there is a frontal or side crash severe

enough to trigger the air bags and the seat

belts are fastened. For precautions and

general information including servicing the

pretensioner system, refer to “Supplemen-

tal restraint system (air bags)” section in

addition to this “Seat belt pretensioner sys-

tem” section, and follow all those precau-

tions.

The pretensioner is located in each front

seat belt and both side of the rear seat belt

retractor. The pretensioner tightens the

seat belt so the belt fits the occupant’s

body more snugly in the event of a frontal

or side crash. The retractors will remain

locked after the pretensioners are acti-

vated. Upon activation, some noise will

NOTICE

When installing a child restraint sys-

tem to the rear seat, adjust the front

seat position so that the front seat

does not interfere with the child

restraint system.

EXAMPLE

WARNING

This section describes your SUZUKI

vehicle’s seat belt pretensioner sys-

tem. Read and follow all these

instructions carefully to minimize

your risk of severe injury or death.

and/or

Label

EXAMPLE

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occur and some smoke may be released.

These conditions are not harmful and do

not indicate a fire in the vehicle.

The driver and all passengers must be

properly restrained by fastening seat belts

at all times, whether or not a pretensioner

is equipped at their seating position, to

minimize the risk of severe injury or death

in the event of a crash.

Sit fully back in the seat; sit up straight; do

not lean forward or sideways. Adjust the

belt so the lap portion of the belt is worn

low across the pelvis, not across the waist.

Please refer to “Seat adjustment” section

and the instructions and precautions about

the seat belts in this “Seat belts and child

restraint systems” section for details on

proper seat and seat belt adjustments.

Please note that the pretensioners along

with the air bags will activate in severe

frontal or side crashes. They are not

designed to activate in rear impacts, roll-

overs, or minor frontal side crashes. The

pretensioners can be activated only once.

If the pretensioners are activated (that is, if

the air bags are activated), have the pre-

tensioner system serviced by an autho-

rized SUZUKI dealer as soon as possible.

If AIR BAG light on the instrument cluster

does not blink or come on briefly when the

ignition switch is turned to “ON” position or

the engine switch is pressed to change the

ignition mode to “ON”, stays on for more

than 10 seconds, or comes on while driv-

ing, the pretensioner system or the air bag

system may not work properly. Have both

systems inspected by an authorized

SUZUKI dealer as soon as possible.

Service on or around the pretensioner sys-

tem components or wiring must be per-

formed only by an authorized SUZUKI

dealer who is specially trained. Improper

service could result in unintended activa-

tion of pretensioners or could render the

pretensioner inoperative. Either of these

two conditions may result in personal

injury.

To prevent damage or unintended activa-

tion of the pretensioners, check that the

battery is disconnected and the ignition

switch has been in “LOCK” position or the

ignition mode has been “LOCK” (OFF) for

at least 90 seconds before performing any

electrical service work on your SUZUKI

vehicle.

Do not touch pretensioner system compo-

nents or wiring. The wires are wrapped

with yellow tape or yellow tubing, and the

couplers are yellow. When scrapping your

SUZUKI vehicle, ask your SUZUKI dealer,

body repair shop, or scrap yard for assis-

tance.

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Supplemental restraint

system (air bags)

Your vehicle is equipped with a supple-

mental restraint system consisting of the

following components in addition to a lap-

shoulder belt at each seating position.

(1) Driver’s front air bag module

(2) Front passenger’s front air bag mod-

ule

(3) Side air bag module

(4) Side curtain air bag module

(5) Front seat belt pretensioners

(6) Air bag controller

(7) Forward crash sensor

(8) Side crash sensor

(9) Rear seat belt pretensioners

WARNING

This section describes the protection

provided by your SUZUKI vehicle’s

supplemental restraint system (air

bags). Read and follow all instruc-

tions carefully to minimize your risk

of severe injury or death in the event

of a crash.

68PM00223

EXAMPLE

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AIR BAG light

63J030

If AIR BAG light on the instrument cluster

does not blink or come on when the igni-

tion switch is first turned to ON position, or

the ignition mode is first changed to “ON”,

or AIR BAG light stays on, or comes on

while driving, the air bag system (or the

seat belt pretensioner system) may not

work properly. Have the air bag system

inspected by an authorized SUZUKI dealer

as soon as possible.

Air bag symbol meaning

72M00150

You may find this label on the sun visor.

Front air bags

63J113

Front air bags are designed to inflate in

severe frontal crashes when the ignition

switch is in “ON” position or the ignition

mode is “ON”.

NOTE:

In a frontal angle crash, the side air bags

and side curtain air bags may inflate.

Front air bags are not designed to inflate in

rear impacts, side impacts, rollovers or

minor frontal crashes, since they would

offer no protection in those types of acci-

dents. Since an air bag deploys only one

time during an accident, seat belts are

needed to restrain occupants from further

movements during the accident.

WARNING

An air bag supplements or adds to

the crash protection offered by seat

belts. The driver and all passengers

must be properly restrained by fas-

tening seat belts at all times, whether

or not an air bag is mounted at their

seating position, to minimize the risk

of severe injury or death in the event

of a crash.

WARNING

NEVER use a rearward facing child

restraint on a seat protected by an

ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it, DEATH

or SERIOUS INJURY to the CHILD

can occur.

EXAMPLE

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Therefore, an air bag is not a substitute for

seat belts. To maximize your protection,

always fasten your seat belts. Be aware

that no system can prevent all possible

injuries that may occur in an accident.

Driver’s front air bag

68PM00224

Front passenger’s front air bag

68PM00225

The driver’s front air bag is located behind

the center pad of the steering wheel and

the front passenger’s front air bag is

located behind the passenger’s side of the

dashboard.

The words “SRS AIRBAG” are molded into

the air bag covers to identify the location of

the air bags.

58MS030

Refer to “Seat belts and child restraint sys-

tems” section for details on securing your

child.

EXAMPLE

WARNING

When using child restraint system on

the front passenger’s seat, the front

passenger’s air bag system must be

deactivated; otherwise deployment of

the front passenger’s air bag could

result in the death or serious injury of

the child.

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Conditions of front air bags deployment

(inflation)

80J097

• Frontal crash with a fixed wall that does

not move or deform in more than about

25 km/h (15 mph)

80J098E

• Crash such as above at an angle of

about 30 degrees (1) or less from the

front

Conditions of front air bags may inflate

Receiving a strong impact to the lower

body of your vehicle, the front air bags will

inflate in many cases.

80J099

• Hitting a curb or medial strip

80J100E

• Falling into a deep hole or ditch

80J101

• Landing hard or falling

Front air bags might inflate in a strong

impact

Front air bags do not inflate basically in

rear collision, side collision or rollovers,

etc., however, these might inflate in a

strong impact.

80J120

• Crash from the rear

(1)

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80J119

• Crash from the side

80J110

• Vehicle rollover

Front air bags may not inflate

The front air bags may not inflate when the

impact is absorbed since the crash object

moved, vehicle body deformed, or crash

angle was greater than about 30 degrees

from the front.

80J102

• Approximately 50 km/h (30 mph) or

lower speed frontal crash to a stopped

vehicle

80J103

• Crash that the front of your vehicle goes

under the bed of a truck etc.

80J104

• Crash with a utility pole or stumpage

80J105E

• Crash with a fixed wall or guardrail at an

angle of greater than about 30 degrees

(1) from the front

(1)

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80J106

• Frontal crash with a fixed wall that does

not move or deform in less than about 25

km/h (15 mph)

80J107

• Crash angle is offset from the vehicle

angle (offset crash)

Side air bags and side curtain air

bags

68KM090

Side air bags and side curtain air bags are

designed to inflate in severe side impact

crashes when the ignition switch is in “ON”

position or the ignition mode is “ON”.

Side air bags and side curtain air bags are

not designed to inflate in frontal or rear

crashes, rollovers or minor side crashes,

since they would offer no protection in

those types of accidents. Only the side air

bag and side curtain air bag on the side of

the vehicle that is struck will inflate. How-

ever, in a frontal angle crash, the side air

bags and side curtain air bags may inflate.

Since an air bag deploys only one time

during an accident, seat belts are needed

to restrain occupants from further move-

ments during the accident.

Therefore, an air bag is not a substitute for

seat belts. To maximize your protection,

always fasten your seat belts. Be aware

that no system can prevent all possible

injuries that may occur in an accident.

Side air bags

68PM00267

Side air bags are located in the part of the

front seatbacks closest to the doors. The

“SRS AIRBAG” labels are attached to the

seatbacks to identify the location of the

side air bags.

EXAMPLE

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Side curtain air bags

68PM00266

Side curtain air bags are located in the roof

lining. The words “SRS AIRBAG” are

molded into the pillar to identify the loca-

tion of the side curtain air bags.

Conditions of side air bags and side

curtain air bags deployment (inflation)

80J119

• Crashes from the side by a vehicle

equivalent to your vehicle in more than

about 25 km/h (15 mph) or in greater

crashes from the side

Side air bags and side curtain air bags

may inflate in a strong impact

80J102

• Crash from the front

80J120

• Crash from the rear

EXAMPLE

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Side air bags and side curtain air bags

may not inflate

80J121

80J122

• Crash from the side to the vehicle body

other than the passenger compartment

80J123

• Crash from the side at an angle

80J124

• Crash from the side with a high-height

vehicle

80J125

• Crash from the side by a motorcycle or

bicycle

80J126

• Crash with a utility pole or stumpage

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80J110

• Vehicle rollover

How the system works

In a frontal crash, the crash sensors will

detect rapid deceleration, and if the con-

troller judges that the deceleration rep-

resents a severe frontal crash, the

controller will trigger the inflators. If your

vehicle is equipped with side air bags and

side curtain air bags, crash sensors will

detect a side crash, and if the controller

judges that the side crash is severe

enough, it will trigger the side air bag and

side curtain air bag inflators. The inflators

inflate the appropriate air bags with nitro-

gen or argon gas. The inflated air bags

provide a cushion for your head (front air

bags and side curtain air bags only) and

upper body. The air bag inflates and

deflates so quickly that you may not even

realize that it has activated. The air bag will

neither hinder your view nor make it harder

to exit the vehicle.

Air bags must inflate quickly and forcefully

in order to reduce the chance of serious or

fatal injuries. However, an unavoidable

consequence of the quick inflation is that

the air bag may irritate bare skin, such as

the facial area against a front air bag. Also,

upon inflation, a loud noise will occur and

some powder and smoke will be released.

These conditions are not harmful and do

not indicate a fire in the vehicle. Be aware,

however, that some air bag components

may be hot for a while after inflation.

A seat belt helps keep you in the proper

position for maximum protection when an

air bag inflates. Adjust your seat as far

back as possible while still maintaining

control of the vehicle. Sit fully back in your

seat; sit up straight; do not lean over the

steering wheel or dashboard. Front occu-

pants should not lean on or sleep against

the door. Refer to “Seat adjustment” sec-

tion and “Seat belts and child restraint sys-

tems” section in this section for details on

proper seat and seat belt adjustments.

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Even though your vehicle is moderately

damaged by a crash, it may not be severe

enough to trigger front, side or side curtain

air bags to inflate. If your vehicle sustains

any front-end or side damage, have the air

bag system inspected by an authorized

SUZUKI dealer to ensure that it works

properly.

Your vehicle is equipped with a diagnostic

module which records information about

the air bag system if the air bags deploy in

a crash. The module records information

about overall system status, and which

sensors activated the deployment, and for

a certain vehicle only, whether the driver’s

seat belt was in use.

Servicing the air bag system

If the air bags inflate, have the air bags

and related components replaced by an

authorized SUZUKI dealer as soon as pos-

sible.

If your vehicle ever gets in deep water and

the driver’s floor is submerged, the air bag

controller could be damaged. If this hap-

pens, ask your SUZUKI dealer to check

the air bag system as soon as possible.

Special procedures are required for servic-

ing or replacing an air bag. For that rea-

son, only an authorized SUZUKI dealer

should be allowed to service or replace

your air bags. Remind anyone who ser-

vices your SUZUKI vehicle that it has air

bags.

Service on or around air bag components

or wiring must be performed only by an

authorized SUZUKI dealer. Improper ser-

vice could result in unintended air bag

deployment or could render the air bag

inoperative. Either of these two conditions

may result in severe injury.

To prevent damage or unintended inflation

of the air bag system, check that the bat-

tery is disconnected and the ignition switch

has been in “LOCK” position or the ignition

mode has been “LOCK” (OFF) for at least

90 seconds before performing any electri-

cal service work on your SUZUKI vehicle.

Do not touch air bag system components

or wires. The wires are wrapped with yel-

low tape or yellow tubing, and the couplers

are yellow for easy identification.

Scrapping a vehicle that has an uninflated

air bag can be hazardous. Ask your dealer,

body repair shop or scrap yard for help

with disposal.

WARNING

• The driver should not lean over the

steering wheel. The front passen-

ger should not rest his or her body

against the dashboard, or other-

wise get too close to the dash-

board. For vehicles with side air

bags and side curtain air bag,

occupants should not lean on or

sleep against the door. In these sit-

uations, the out-of-position occu-

pant would be too close to an

inflating air bag, and may suffer

severe injury.

• Do not attach any objects to, or

place any objects over, the steering

wheel or dashboard. Do not place

any objects between the air bag

and the driver or front passenger.

These objects may interfere with air

bag operation or may be propelled

by the air bag in the event of a

crash. Either of these conditions

may cause severe injury.

• For vehicles with side air bags, do

not place seat covers on the front

seats, because seat covers could

restrict the air bag’s inflation. Also,

do not place any cup holders on the

door, as the cup holder could be

propelled by the air bag in the event

of a crash. Either of these condi-

tions may cause severe injury.

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Front passenger air bag deactiva-

tion system

68PM00226

The front passenger’s front air bag must

be deactivated if a child restraint system is

to be installed on the front passenger’s

seat.

When the ignition switch is turned to “ON”

position or the engine switch is pressed to

change the ignition mode to “ON”, “PAS-

SENGER AIRBAG ON” indicator (1) or

“PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF” indicator (2)

shows whether the front passenger’s air

bag is activated or deactivated.

When the front passenger’s air bag is acti-

vated, both “PASSENGER AIRBAG ON”

indicator (1) and “PASSENGER AIRBAG

OFF” indicator (2) come on for a few sec-

onds and then go out.

After that, only “PASSENGER AIRBAG

ON” indicator (1) comes on for about 1

minute and then goes out.

When the front passenger’s air bag is

deactivated, both “PASSENGER AIRBAG

ON” indicator (1) and “PASSENGER AIR-

BAG OFF” indicator (2) come on for a few

seconds and then go out.

After that, only “PASSENGER AIRBAG

OFF” indicator (2) comes on.

When you activate or deactivate the front

passenger’s air bag, check which indicator

is on before starting the engine.

Side air bags, side curtain air bags and

seat belt pretensioners are not connected

to the air bag deactivation system. Even if

the front passenger’s air bag is deacti-

vated, side air bags, side curtain air bags

and seat belt pretensioners are still acti-

vated.

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(1) (2)

EXAMPLE

WARNING

When using child restraint system on

the front passenger’s seat, the front

passenger’s air bag must be deacti-

vated; otherwise deployment of the

front passenger’s air bag could result

in the death or serious injury of the

child.

WARNING

Check that the front passenger’s air

bag is activated and “PASSENGER

AIRBAG ON” indicator (1) is on

whenever there is no child restraint

installed on the front passenger’s

seat.

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According to accident statistics, children

are safer when properly restrained in rear

seating positions than front seating posi-

tions. Whenever possible, SUZUKI recom-

mends that child restraint systems be

installed on the rear seat.

Air bag deactivation switch

68PM00227

The air bag deactivation switch (3) is

installed only for use when a rear-facing

child restraint system or infant restraint

system is installed in the front passenger’s

seat. The switch is located on the lateral

face of the passenger’s side of the instru-

ment panel.

To deactivate the front passenger’s air

bag, follow the instructions below before

starting the engine.

1) Check that the ignition switch is in

“LOCK” position or the engine switch is

in “LOCK” (OFF) mode.

2) Insert the key into the air bag deactiva-

tion switch (3), then push and turn the

key to “OFF” (air bag off) position, and

pull out the key.

3) Turn the ignition switch to “ON” position

or press the engine switch to change

the ignition mode to “ON”. Both indica-

tors come on for a few seconds and

then go out.

After that, only “PASSENGER AIRBAG

OFF” indicator (2) comes on to remind

you that the front passenger’s air bag is

deactivated.

To activate the front passenger’s air bag,

follow the instructions below before start-

ing the engine.

1) Check that the ignition switch is in

“LOCK” position or the engine switch is

in “LOCK” (OFF) mode.

2) Insert the key into the air bag deactiva-

tion switch (3), then push and turn the

key to “ON” (air bag on) position, and

pull out the key.

3) Turn the ignition switch to “ON” position

or press the engine switch to change

the ignition mode to “ON”. Both indica-

tors come on for a few seconds and

then go out.

After that, only “PASSENGER AIRBAG

ON” indicator (1) comes on for about 1

minute and then goes out to remind you

that the front passenger’s air bag is

activated.

(3)

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Instrument cluster (Type A) (if equipped)

1. Speedometer

2. Fuel gauge

3. Information display

4. Trip meter selector knob

5. Indicator selector knob

6. Warning and indicator lights

68PM00248

EXAMPLE

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Speedometer

The speedometer indicates vehicle speed.

Fuel gauge

68PH02202

When the ignition switch is in “ON” posi-

tion, this gauge gives an approximate indi-

cation of the amount of fuel in the fuel tank.

“F” stands for full and “E” stands for empty.

If 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 is almost empty.

If the low fuel warning light (1) comes on,

fill the fuel tank immediately.

NOTE:

The activation point of the low fuel warning

light (1) varies depending on road condi-

tions (for example, slope or curve) and

driving conditions because of fuel moving

in the tank.

Refer to “Low fuel warning light” in “Warn-

ing and indicator lights” in this section for

details.

The mark (2) indicates that the fuel filler

door is located on the left side of the vehi-

cle.

(1)

(2)

EXAMPLE

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Brightness control

68PH02203

When the ignition switch is turned to “ON”

position, the instrument cluster lights come

on.

Your vehicle has a system to automatically

dim the brightness of the instrument panel

lights when the position lights or headlights

are on.

When the position lights and/or headlights

are ON, you can control the meter illumina-

tion intensity.

To increase the brightness of the instru-

ment panel lights, turn the brightness con-

trol knob (1) clockwise.

To reduce the brightness of the instrument

panel lights, turn the brightness control

knob (1) counterclockwise.

NOTE:

• If you do not turn the knob within several

seconds of activating, the brightness

control display will be canceled automat-

ically.

• When you reconnect the battery, the

brightness of the instrument panel lights

will be reinitialized. Readjust the bright-

ness according to your preference.

NOTE:

If you select the maximum brightness level

when the position lights or headlights are

on, the following functions will be can-

celled.

• The function which automatically dims

the brightness of instrument cluster

lights

• The function which operates with the

brightness control, except maximum

brightness level

Information display

68PH02204

(1) Trip meter selector knob

(2) Indicator selector knob

(1)

EXAMPLE

WARNING

If you attempt to adjust the display

while driving, you could lose control

of the vehicle.

Do not attempt to adjust the display

while driving.

(2)(1)

EXAMPLE

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68PM00249

(3) Information display

When the ignition switch is in “ON” posi-

tion, the information display shows the fol-

lowing information.

Display (A)

Clock

Display (B)

Fuel gauge

Display (C)

Trip meter / Odometer / Fuel consumption /

Driving range / Oil indicator

Display (D)

Gearshift indicator

Display (E)

Thermometer

Clock

When the ignition switch is in “ON” posi-

tion, the display (A) shows the time.

To change the time indication:

1) Push the trip meter selector knob (1)

and the indicator selector knob (2)

together.

2) To change the hour indication, turn the

indicator selector knob (2) left or right

repeatedly when the hour indication

blinks. To change the hour indication

quickly, turn and hold the indicator

selector knob (2). To set the hour indi-

cation, push the indicator selector knob

(2) and the minute indication will blink.

3) To change the minute indication, turn

the indicator selector knob (2) left or

right repeatedly when the minute indi-

cation blinks. To change the minute

indication quickly, turn and hold the

indicator selector knob (2). To set the

minute indication, push the indicator

selector knob (2).

NOTE:

When you reconnect the negative (–) ter-

minal to the battery, the clock indication will

be reinitialized. Change the indication

again to your preference.

Fuel gauge

When the ignition switch is in “ON” posi-

tion, the display (B) shows the fuel gauge.

Refer to “Fuel gauge” in this section.

Trip meter / Odometer / Fuel con-

sumption / Driving range / Oil indi-

cator

When the ignition switch is in “ON” posi-

tion, the display (C) shows one of the fol-

lowing indications, trip meter A, trip meter

B, odometer, instantaneous fuel consump-

tion, average fuel consumption, driving

range or oil indicator.

To switch the display indication (C), push

the trip meter selector knob (1) or the indi-

cator selector knob (2) quickly.

(3)

(A) (E)

(B) (C)(D)

EXAMPLE

WARNING

If you attempt to adjust the display

while driving, you could lose control

of the vehicle.

Do not attempt to adjust the display

while driving.

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68PM20201

(a) Trip meter A

(b) Trip meter B

(d) Instantaneous fuel consumption

(e) Average fuel consumption

(f) Driving range

NOTE:

• Indications will change when you push

and release a knob.

• The display shows estimated values.

Indications may not be the same as

actual values.

Trip meter

The trip meter can be used to measure the

distance traveled on short trips or between

fuel stops.

You can use the trip meter A or trip meter B

independently.

To reset the trip meter to zero, push and

hold the trip meter selector knob (1) for a

while when the display shows the trip

meter.

NOTE:

The indicated maximum value of the trip

meter is 9999.9. When you run past the

maximum value, the indicated value will

return to 0.0.

Odometer

The odometer records the total distance

the vehicle has been driven.

Push the trip meter selector

knob (1).

Push the indicator selector

knob (2).

(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

(e)

(f)

EXAMPLE

WARNING

If you attempt to adjust the display

while driving, you could lose control

of the vehicle.

Do not attempt to adjust the display

while driving.

NOTICE

Keep track of your odometer reading

and check the maintenance sched-

ule regularly for required services.

Increased wear or damage to certain

parts can result from failure to per-

form required services at the proper

mileage intervals.

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Instantaneous fuel consumption

The display shows the value of instanta-

neous fuel consumption only when the

vehicle is moving.

NOTE:

• The display does not show the value

unless the vehicle is moving.

• Depending on the vehicle’s specification,

the fuel consumption units of initial set-

ting are indicated as L/100km, km/L or

MPG.

• For “L/100km” or “km/L” setting, the indi-

cated maximum value of instantaneous

fuel consumption is 30. No more than 30

will be indicated on the display even if

the actual instantaneous fuel consump-

tion is higher.

• For “MPG” setting, the indicated maxi-

mum value of instantaneous fuel con-

sumption is 80. No more than 80 will be

indicated on the display even if the

actual instantaneous fuel consumption is

higher.

• The indication on the display may be

delayed if fuel consumption is greatly

affected by driving conditions.

• The display shows estimated values.

Indications may not be the same as

actual values.

• For “L/100km” or “km/L” setting, you can

change the units that instantaneous fuel

consumption is displayed in. Refer to

“Average fuel consumption” in this sec-

tion.

Average fuel consumption

If you selected average fuel consumption

the last time you drove the vehicle, the dis-

play shows the last value of average fuel

consumption from previous driving when

the ignition switch is turned to “ON” posi-

tion. Unless you reset the value of average

fuel consumption, the display indicates the

value of average fuel consumption which

includes average fuel consumption during

previous driving.

To reset the average fuel consumption to

zero, push and hold the indicator selector

knob (2) for a while when the display

shows the average fuel consumption.

NOTE:

When you reset the indication or reconnect

the negative (–) terminal to the battery, the

value of average fuel consumption will be

shown after driving for a while.

(For “L/100km” or “km/L” setting)

To change the unit of average fuel con-

sumption, while pushing and holding the

trip meter selector knob (1), turn the indica-

tor selector knob (2).

68PH02207

NOTE:

• When you change the units that average

fuel consumption is displayed in, the

instantaneous fuel consumption units will

be changed automatically.

• When you reconnect the negative (–)

terminal to the battery, the unit of the

average fuel consumption will be reini-

tialized. Change the unit again to your

preference.

EXAMPLE

(Initial

setting)

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Driving range

If you selected driving range the last time

you drove the vehicle, the display indicates

“---” for a few seconds and then indicates

the current driving range when the ignition

switch is turned to “ON” position.

The driving range shown in the display is

the approximate distance you can drive

until the fuel gauge indicates “E”, based on

current driving conditions.

When the low fuel warning light comes on,

the display “---” will appear.

If the low fuel warning light comes on, fill

the fuel tank immediately regardless of the

value of driving range shown in the display.

As the driving range after refueling is cal-

culated based on the most recent driving

condition, the value is different each time

you refuel.

NOTE:

• If you refuel when the ignition switch is in

“ON” position, the driving range may not

indicate the correct value.

• When you reconnect the negative (–)

terminal to the battery, the value of driv-

ing range will be shown after driving for a

while.

Oil indicator

If either of odometer reading or time is

reached to the value which is set by the oil

life monitoring system, the oil change

request light comes on when the ignition

switch is in “ON” position. The “Oil” indica-

tion is shown on the Information Display

engine oil and oil filter.

68PM00269

For instructions on how to change the

engine oil and filter, refer to “Changing

engine oil and filter” in “INSPECTION AND

MAINTENANCE” section or consult your

SUZUKI dealer for advice on appropriate

procedure of engine oil and oil filter main-

tenance.

To monitor the next oil and oil filter change

timing properly, it is necessary to reset the

odometer reading and the time for the

light. The light will go out after the reset.

For the resetting procedure, it is recom-

mended to consult your SUZUKI dealer. If

you reset it by yourself, follow the proce-

dure described below:

To reset the engine oil life monitoring sys-

tem:

1) Turn the ignition key to “ON” position.

2) Push and hold the indicator selector

knob (2) for a while when the display

shows the oil change request light and

oil indicator.

68PM00270

EXAMPLE

(2)

EXAMPLE

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3) Push and hold the indicator selector

knob (2), display will change as follows.

When the oil life monitoring system is

reset, the oil change request light and

oil indicator will go out and then the dis-

play indicates odometer.

68PM20204

Gearshift indicator

Refer to “Gearshift indicator” in “OPERAT-

ING YOUR VEHICLE” section.

Thermometer

When the ignition switch is in “ON” posi-

tion, the display (E) shows the thermome-

ter.

The thermometer indicates the outside

temperature.

76MH0A042

If the outside temperature drops to freez-

ing, the mark (g) will appear on the display.

NOTE:

• The outside temperature indication is not

the actual outside temperature when

driving at low speed, or when stopped.

• If there is something wrong with the ther-

mometer, or just after the ignition switch

is turned to “ON” position, the display

may not indicate the outside tempera-

ture.

When the display (C) shows the driving

range, you can change the unit of tem-

perature.

To change the unit of temperature, while

pushing and holding the trip meter selector

knob (1), turn the indicator selector knob

(2).

76MH0A043

NOTE:

When you reconnect the negative (–) ter-

minal to the battery, the unit of temperature

will be reinitialized. Change the unit again

to your preference.

EXAMPLE

(g)

EXAMPLE

(Initial

setting)

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Setting mode

In the setting mode, you can set up the following functions.

Indication Functions

Time indication of clock “ ”

Central door locking system “ ”

Additional flashes of the turn signal “ ”

Oil change request light reset setting “ ”

Tire pressure monitoring system setting

Initialization setting “ ”

Exit the setting mode “ ”

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NOTE:

Depending on vehicle’s specifications,

some items may not be displayed.

How to operate the setting mode:

1) When the ignition switch is in “ON”

position and the vehicle is stationary,

push the trip meter selector knob (1) to

switch the information display indication

2) Push and hold the indicator selector

knob (2) until the display shows

“ ”.

3) Turn and/or push the indicator selector

knob (2) to select a function that you

want to set up according to the above

chart.

4) Turn and/or push the indicator selector

knob (2) to register settings of the fol-

lowing functions.

Time indication of clock “ ”

• : 12-hour format (default set-

ting)

• : 24-hour format

Central door locking system “ ”

• : Unlock all doors by turning

the key once

• : Unlock all doors by turning

the key twice (default setting)

Additional flashes

of the turn signal “ ”

• : Turn signal flashes three

times after the turn signal

lever is returned (default set-

ting)

• : Disable the additional flashes

of turn signal

Oil change request light reset setting

“ ”

• : Reset of the oil life monitoring

system

Tire pressure monitoring system set-

ting

(For EU countries)

• : Comfort Mode (default set-

ting)

• : Eco Mode

• : Load Mode

(Except for EU countries)

• : Comfort Mode (default set-

ting)

• : Load Mode

Refer to “Tire pressure monitoring system

(TPMS)” in “OPERATING YOUR VEHI-

CLE” section for details.

Initialization setting “ ”

• : Initialize all settings

68PM00272

NOTE:

• As shown in the above illustration, “ ”

indicates on the display of currently set-

ting item.

• To go back to the higher level display

during operation, turn the indicator

selector knob (2) to display “ ” or

“ ” and then push the indicator

selector knob (2).

5) To exit the setting mode, switch the dis-

play to show “ ” and then push the

indicator selector knob (2).

Turn the indicator selector knob

(2).

Push the indicator selector

knob (2).

EXAMPLE

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Instrument cluster (Type B) (if equipped)

1. Speedometer

2. Tachometer

3. Fuel gauge

4. Temperature gauge

5. Information display

6. Trip meter selector knob

7. Indicator selector knob

8. Warning and indicator lights

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EXAMPLE

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Speedometer

The speedometer indicates vehicle speed.

Tachometer

The tachometer indicates engine speed in

revolutions per minute.

Fuel gauge

68PH02209

When the ignition switch is in “ON” posi-

tion, this gauge gives an approximate indi-

cation of the amount of fuel in the fuel tank.

“F” stands for full and “E” stands for empty.

If the indicator gets off the graduation of

“E” (not character “E”), refill the tank as

soon as possible.

NOTE:

The indicator moves a little depending on

road conditions (for example, slope or

curve) and driving conditions because of

fuel moving in the tank.

If the low fuel warning light (1) comes on,

fill the fuel tank immediately.

Refer to “Low fuel warning light” in “Warn-

ing and indicator lights” in this section for

details.

The mark (2) indicates that the fuel filler

door is located on the left side of the vehi-

cle.

NOTICE

Never drive the vehicle with the

engine revving in the red zone or

severe engine damage can result.

Keep the engine speed below the red

zone even when downshifting to a

lower gear position.

Refer to “Downshifting maximum

allowable speeds” in “OPERATING

YOUR VEHICLE” section.

(1)

(2)

EXAMPLE

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Temperature gauge

68PH02210

When the ignition switch is in “ON” posi-

tion, this gauge indicates the engine cool-

ant temperature. Under normal driving

conditions, the indicator should stay within

the normal, acceptable temperature range

between “H” and “C”. If the indicator

approaches “H”, overheating is indicated.

Follow the instructions for engine over-

heating in “EMERGENCY SERVICE” sec-

tion.

Brightness control

68PH02211

When the ignition switch is turned to “ON”

position, the instrument cluster lights come

on.

Your vehicle has a system to automatically

dim the brightness of the instrument panel

lights when the position lights or headlights

are on.

When the position lights and/or headlights

are ON, you can control the meter illumina-

tion intensity.

To increase the brightness of the instru-

ment panel lights, turn the brightness con-

trol knob (1) clockwise.

To reduce the brightness of the instrument

panel lights, turn the brightness control

knob (1) counterclockwise.

NOTE:

• If you do not turn the knob within several

seconds of activating, the brightness

control display will be canceled automat-

ically.

• When you reconnect the battery, the

brightness of the instrument panel lights

will be reinitialized. Readjust the bright-

ness according to your preference.

NOTE:

If you select the maximum brightness level

when the position lights or headlights are

on, the following functions will be can-

celled.

• The function which automatically dims

the brightness of instrument cluster

lights

• The function which operates with the

brightness control, except maximum

brightness level

NOTICE

Continuing to drive the vehicle when

engine overheating is indicated can

result in severe engine damage.

EXAMPLE

(1)

EXAMPLE

WARNING

If you attempt to adjust the display

while driving, you could lose control

of the vehicle.

Do not attempt to adjust the display

while driving.

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Information display

The information display is shown when the

ignition switch is in “ON” position.

For vehicles without radar brake sup-

port system

68PH02212

(1) Information display

For vehicles with radar brake support

system

68PM00251

(1) Information display

68PH02213

(2) Trip meter selector knob

(3) Indicator selector knob

The information display shows the follow-

ing information.

Display (A)

Thermometer

Display (B)

Selector position (for automatic transaxle

or CVT vehicles) / Gearshift indicator (if

equipped)

Display (C)

Trip meter / Odometer / Instantaneous fuel

consumption / Average fuel consumption /

Driving range / Oil indicator

Display (D)

Clock

(1)

(A)

(B)

(C)

(D)

EXAMPLE

(1)

(A)

(B)

(C)

(D)

EXAMPLE

(3)(2)

EXAMPLE

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Thermometer

When the ignition switch is in “ON” posi-

tion, the display (A) shows the thermome-

ter.

The thermometer indicates the outside

temperature.

68PH02214

If the outside temperature nears freezing,

the mark (a) will appear on the display.

NOTE:

• The outside temperature indication is not

the actual outside temperature when

driving at low speed, or when stopped.

• If there is something wrong with the ther-

mometer, or just after the ignition switch

is turned to “ON” position, the display

may not indicate the outside tempera-

ture.

When the display (C) shows the driving

range, you can change the unit of tem-

perature.

To change the unit of temperature, while

pushing and holding the trip meter selector

knob (2), turn the indicator selector knob

(3).

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NOTE:

When you reconnect the negative (–) ter-

minal to the battery, the unit of temperature

will be reinitialized. Change the unit again

to your preference.

Selector position (for automatic

transaxle or CVT vehicles) / Gear-

shift indicator (if equipped)

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Selector position

When the ignition switch is in “ON” posi-

tion, the display (B) indicates the gear

position (b).

For details on how to use the transaxle,

refer to “Using transaxle” in “OPERATING

YOUR VEHICLE” section.

Gearshift indicator

Refer to “Gearshift indicator” in “OPERAT-

ING YOUR VEHICLE” section.

(a)

EXAMPLE

(Initial

setting)

(b)

EXAMPLE

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Trip meter / Odometer / Fuel con-

sumption / Driving range / Oil indi-

cator

When the ignition switch is in “ON” posi-

tion, the display (C) shows one of the fol-

lowing six indications, trip meter A, trip

meter B, odometer, instantaneous fuel

consumption, average fuel consumption,

driving range or oil indicator.

To switch the display indication (C), push

the trip meter selector knob (2) or the indi-

cator selector knob (3) quickly.

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(d) Trip meter B

(e) Odometer

(f) Instantaneous fuel consumption

(g) Average fuel consumption

(h) Driving range

NOTE:

• Indications will change when you push

and release a knob.

• The display shows estimated values.

Indications may not be the same as

actual values.

(c)

(d)

(e)

(f)

(g)

(h)

EXAMPLE

Push the trip meter selector

knob (2).

Push the indicator selector

knob (3).

WARNING

If you attempt to adjust the display

while driving, you could lose control

of the vehicle.

Do not attempt to adjust the display

while driving.

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Trip meter

The trip meter can be used to measure the

distance traveled on short trips or between

fuel stops.

You can use the trip meter A or trip meter B

independently.

To reset the trip meter to zero, push and

hold the trip meter selector knob (2) for a

while when the display shows the trip

meter.

NOTE:

The indicated maximum value of the trip

meter is 9999.9. When you run past the

maximum value, the indicated value will

return to 0.0.

Odometer

The odometer records the total distance

the vehicle has been driven.

Instantaneous fuel consumption

If you selected instantaneous fuel con-

sumption the last time you drove the vehi-

cle, the display does not show the last

value of instantaneous fuel consumption

from previous driving when the ignition

switch is turned to “ON” position. The dis-

play shows the value only when the vehi-

cle is moving.

NOTE:

• The display does not show the value

unless the vehicle is moving.

• Depending on the vehicle’s specification,

the fuel consumption units of initial set-

ting are indicated as L/100km, km/L or

MPG.

• For “L/100km” or “km/L” setting, the indi-

cated maximum value of instantaneous

fuel consumption is 30. No more than 30

will be indicated on the display even if

the actual instantaneous fuel consump-

tion is higher.

• For “MPG” setting, the indicated maxi-

mum value of instantaneous fuel con-

sumption is 80. No more than 80 will be

indicated on the display even if the

actual instantaneous fuel consumption is

higher.

• The indication on the display may be

delayed if fuel consumption is greatly

affected by driving conditions.

• The display shows estimated values.

Indications may not be the same as

actual values.

NOTICE

Keep track of your odometer reading

and check the maintenance sched-

ule regularly for required services.

Increased wear or damage to certain

parts can result from failure to per-

form required services at the proper

mileage intervals.

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• For “L/100km” or “km/L” setting, you can

change the units that instantaneous fuel

consumption is displayed in. Refer to

“Average fuel consumption” in this sec-

tion.

Average fuel consumption

If you selected average fuel consumption

the last time you drove the vehicle, the dis-

play shows the last value of average fuel

consumption from previous driving when

the ignition switch is turned to “ON” posi-

tion. Unless you reset the value of average

fuel consumption, the display indicates the

value of average fuel consumption which

includes average fuel consumption during

previous driving.

To reset the average fuel consumption to

zero, push and hold the indicator selector

knob (3) for a while when the display

shows the average fuel consumption.

NOTE:

When you reset the indication or reconnect

the negative (–) terminal to the battery, the

value of average fuel consumption will be

shown after driving for a while.

(For “L/100km” or “km/L” setting)

To change the unit of average fuel con-

sumption, while pushing and holding the

trip meter selector knob (2), turn the indica-

tor selector knob (3).

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NOTE:

• When you change the units that average

fuel consumption is displayed in, the

instantaneous fuel consumption units will

be changed automatically.

• When you reconnect the negative (–)

terminal to the battery, the unit of the

average fuel consumption will be reini-

tialized. Change the unit again to your

preference.

Driving range

If you selected driving range the last time

you drove the vehicle, the display indicates

“---” for a few seconds and then indicates

the current driving range when the ignition

switch is turned to “ON” position.

The driving range shown in the display is

the approximate distance you can drive

until the fuel gauge indicates “E”, based on

current driving conditions.

When the low fuel warning light comes on,

the display “---” will appear.

If the low fuel warning light comes on, fill

the fuel tank immediately regardless of the

value of driving range shown in the display.

As the driving range after refueling is cal-

culated based on the most recent driving

condition, the value is different each time

you refuel.

NOTE:

• If you refuel when the ignition switch is in

“ON” position, the driving range may not

indicate the correct value.

• When you reconnect the negative (–)

terminal to the battery, the value of driv-

ing range will be shown after driving for a

while.

EXAMPLE

(initial setting)

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Oil indicator

If either of odometer reading or time is

reached to the value which is set by the oil

life monitoring system, the oil change

request light comes on when the ignition

switch is in “ON” position. The “Oil” indica-

tion is shown on the Information Display

engine oil and oil filter.

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For instructions on how to change the

engine oil and filter, refer to “Changing

engine oil and filter” in “INSPECTION AND

MAINTENANCE” section or consult your

SUZUKI dealer for advice on appropriate

procedure of engine oil and oil filter main-

tenance.

To monitor the next oil and oil filter change

timing properly, it is necessary to reset the

odometer reading and the time for the

light. The light will go out after the reset.

For the resetting procedure, it is recom-

mended to consult your SUZUKI dealer. If

you reset it by yourself, follow the proce-

dure described below:

To reset the engine oil life monitoring sys-

tem:

1) Turn the ignition key to “ON” position.

2) Push and hold the indicator selector

knob (3) for a while when the display

shows the oil change request light and

oil indicator.

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3) Push and hold the indicator selector

knob (3), display will change as follows.

When the oil life monitoring system is

reset, the oil change request light and

oil indicator will go out and then the dis-

play indicates odometer.

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EXAMPLE

(3)

EXAMPLE

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Clock

When the ignition switch is in “ON” posi-

tion, the display (D) shows the time.

To change the time indication:

1) Push the trip meter selector knob (2)

and the indicator selector knob (3)

together.

2) To change the hour indication, turn the

indicator selector knob (3) left or right

repeatedly when the hour indication

blinks. To change the hour indication

quickly, turn and hold the indicator

selector knob (3). To set the hour indi-

cation, push the indicator selector knob

(3) and the minute indication will flash.

3) To change the minute indication, turn

the indicator selector knob (3) left or

right repeatedly when the minute indi-

cation blinks. To change the minute

indication quickly, turn and hold the

indicator selector knob (3). To set the

minute indication, push the indicator

selector knob (3).

NOTE:

When you reconnect the negative (–) ter-

minal to the battery, the clock indication will

be reinitialized. Change the indication

again to your preference.

WARNING

If you attempt to adjust the display

while driving, you could lose control

of the vehicle.

Do not attempt to adjust the display

while driving.

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Setting mode

In the setting mode, you can set up the following functions.

Indication Functions

Time indication of clock “ ”

Central door locking system “ ”

Additional flashes of the turn signal “ ”

Lighting time of the “To car” function “ ”

Lighting time of the “To home” function “ ”

Oil change request light reset setting “ ”

Tire pressure monitoring system setting

Initialization setting “ ”

Exit the setting mode “ ”

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NOTE:

Depending on vehicle’s specifications,

some items may not be displayed.

How to operate the setting mode:

1) When the ignition switch is in the “ON”

position and the vehicle is stationary,

push the trip meter selector knob (2) to

switch the information display indication

2) Push and hold the indicator selector

knob (3) until the display shows

“ ”.

3) Turn and/or push the indicator selector

knob (3) to select a function that you

want to set up according to the above

chart.

4) Turn and/or push the indicator selector

knob (3) to register settings of the fol-

lowing functions.

Time indication of clock “ ”

• : 12-hour format (default set-

ting)

• : 24-hour format

Central door locking system “ ”

• : Unlock all doors by turning the

key or pushing the keyless

entry system transmitter once

• : Unlock all doors by turning the

key or pushing the keyless

entry system transmitter twice

(default setting)

Additional flashes

of the turn signal “ ”

• : Turn signal flashes three

times after the turn signal

lever is returned

(default setting)

• : Disable the additional flashes

of turn signal

Lighting time of the “To car” function

“ ”

• : Disable the “To car” function

• : 10 seconds (default setting)

• : 15 seconds

• : 20 seconds

• : 25 seconds

Lighting time of the “To home” function

“ ”

• : Disable the “To home” func-

tion

• : 10 seconds (default setting)

• : 15 seconds

• : 20 seconds

• : 25 seconds

• : 30 seconds

Oil change request light reset setting

“ ”

• : Reset of the oil life monitoring

system

Tire pressure monitoring system set-

ting

(For EU countries)

• : Comfort Mode (default set-

ting)

• : Eco Mode

• : Load Mode

(Except for EU countries)

• : Comfort Mode (default set-

ting)

• : Load Mode

Refer to “Tire pressure monitoring system

(TPMS)” in “OPERATING YOUR VEHI-

CLE” section for details.

Initialization setting “ ”

• : Initialize all settings

Turn the indicator selector knob

(3).

Push the indicator selector

knob (3).

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NOTE:

• As shown in the above illustration, “ ”

indicates on the display of currently set-

ting item.

• To go back to the higher level display

during operation, turn the indicator

selector knob (3) to display “ ” or

“ ” and then push the indicator

selector knob (3).

5) To exit the setting mode, switch the dis-

play to show “ ” and then push the

indicator selector knob (3).

EXAMPLE

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Instrument cluster (Type C) (if equipped)

1. Speedometer

2. Tachometer

3. Fuel gauge

4. Temperature gauge

5. Information display

6. Trip meter selector knob

7. Indicator selector knob

8. Warning and indicator lights

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EXAMPLE

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Speedometer

The speedometer indicates vehicle speed.

Tachometer

The tachometer indicates engine speed in

revolutions per minute.

Fuel gauge

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When the ignition mode is “ON”, this

gauge gives an approximate indication of

the amount of fuel in the fuel tank. “F”

stands for full and “E” stands for empty.

If the indicator approaches a low level

(near “E”) on fuel gauge, refill the tank as

soon as possible.

NOTE:

The indicator moves a little depending on

road conditions (for example, slope or

curve) and driving conditions because of

fuel moving in the tank.

If the low fuel warning light (1) comes on,

fill the fuel tank immediately.

Refer to “Low fuel warning light” in “Warn-

ing and indicator lights” in this section for

details.

The mark (2) indicates that the fuel filler

door is located on the left side of the vehi-

cle.

NOTICE

Never drive the vehicle with the

engine revving in the red zone or

severe engine damage can result.

Keep the engine speed below the red

zone even when downshifting to a

lower gear position.

Refer to “Downshifting maximum

allowable speeds” in “OPERATING

YOUR VEHICLE” section.

(1)

(2)

EXAMPLE

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Temperature gauge

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When the ignition mode is “ON”, this

gauge indicates the engine coolant tem-

perature. Under normal driving conditions,

the indicator should stay within the normal,

acceptable temperature range between

“H” and “C”. If the indicator approaches

“H”, overheating is indicated. Follow the

instructions for “Engine trouble: Overheat-

ing” in “EMERGENCY SERVICE” section.

Brightness control

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When the engine switch is pressed to

change the ignition mode to “ON”, the

instrument cluster lights come on.

Your vehicle has a system to automatically

dim the brightness of the instrument clus-

ter lights when the position lights or head-

lights are on.

You can change the brightness of the

instrument cluster lights regardless of

whether the position lights or headlights

are off or on.

To increase the brightness of the instru-

ment cluster lights, turn the indicator selec-

tor knob (1) clockwise.

To reduce the brightness of the instrument

cluster lights, turn the indicator selector

knob (1) counterclockwise.

NOTE:

• If you do not turn the knob within several

seconds of activating, the brightness

control display will be canceled automat-

ically.

• When you reconnect the battery, the

brightness of the instrument cluster

lights will be reinitialized. Readjust the

brightness according to your preference.

NOTE:

If you select the maximum brightness level

when the position lights or headlights are

on, the following functions will be can-

celled.

• The function which automatically dims

the brightness of instrument cluster

lights

• The function which operates with the

brightness control, except maximum

brightness level

NOTICE

Continuing to drive the vehicle when

engine overheating is indicated can

result in severe engine damage.

EXAMPLE

(1)

EXAMPLE

WARNING

Do not adjust the brightness of the

instrument panel lights while driving.

Otherwise, you could lose control of

the vehicle.

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Information display

The information display is shown when the

ignition mode is “ON”.

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(1) Information display

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(2) Indicator selector knob

(3) Trip meter selector knob

The information display shows the follow-

ing information.

Display (A)

Clock

Display (B)

Thermometer

Display (C)

Warning and indicator messages /

Fuel consumption / Driving range /

Average speed / Driving time /

Clock and date / Motion /

Torque and power / Accelerator and brake /

Energy flow (if equipped)

Display (D)

Selector position (for automatic transaxle

or CVT vehicles) / Gearshift indicator (if

equipped)

Display (E)

Trip meter

Display (F)

Odometer

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When the engine switch is pressed to

change the ignition mode to “ON”, the

clock display shown in the above illustra-

tion will appear on the display for several

seconds.

Some warning and indicator messages

may appear on the display when the igni-

tion mode is “ACC” or “LOCK” (OFF).

(1)

(A) (B)

(C)

(D)

(E)

(F)

(2)(3)

EXAMPLE

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Clock

The display (A) shows the time.

To set the clock, follow “Setting mode”

instructions in this section.

Thermometer

The display (B) shows the thermometer.

The thermometer indicates the outside

temperature.

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If the outside temperature nears freezing,

the message shown in the above illustra-

tion will appear on the display.

NOTE:

The outside temperature indication is not

the actual outside temperature when driv-

ing at low speed, or when stopped.

Fuel consumption / Driving range /

Average speed / Driving time /

Clock and date / Motion / Torque

and power / Accelerator and brake /

Energy flow (if equipped)

When there are no warning or indicator

messages on the display (C), you can

select one of the following indications to

appear on the display: instantaneous fuel

consumption, average fuel consumption,

driving range, average speed, driving time,

clock and date, motion, torque and power,

accelerator and brake, energy flow (if

equipped) or no indication.

EXAMPLE

WARNING

If you attempt to adjust the display

while driving, you could lose control

of the vehicle.

Do not attempt to adjust the display

while driving.

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(a) Instantaneous fuel consumption / Average fuel consumption / Driving range

(b) Instantaneous fuel consumption / Average fuel consumption / 5-minute average fuel consumption

(d) Clock and date

(e) Motion

(f) Torque and power

(g) Accelerator and brake

(h) Energy flow (if equipped)

(i) No indication

(a) (b) (c)

(g)(h)

(i)

(f)

(e)

(d)

EXAMPLE

To switch the display indication, push the

indicator selector knob (2) quickly.

NOTE:

The value of instantaneous fuel consump-

tion, average fuel consumption, driving

range, average speed, motion, torque and

power, accelerator and brake and energy

flow (if equipped) shown on the display are

affected by the following conditions;

• road condition

• surrounding traffic condition

• driving condition

• vehicle condition

• a malfunction which causes the malfunc-

tion indicator light to come on or blink

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Instantaneous fuel consumption

The display shows instantaneous fuel con-

sumption with a bar graph only when the

vehicle is moving.

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(4) Instantaneous fuel consumption

NOTE:

• The display does not show the bar graph

unless the vehicle is moving.

• Depending on the vehicle’s specification,

the fuel consumption units of initial set-

ting are indicated as L/100km, km/L or

MPG.

• For L/100km or km/L setting, the indi-

cated maximum value of instantaneous

fuel consumption is 50. No more than 50

will be indicated on the display even if

the actual instantaneous fuel consump-

tion is higher.

• For MPG setting, the indicated maxi-

mum value of instantaneous fuel con-

sumption is 80. No more than 80 will be

indicated on the display even if the

actual instantaneous fuel consumption is

higher.

• The indication on the display may be

delayed if fuel consumption is greatly

affected by driving conditions.

• The display shows estimated values.

Indications may not be the same as

actual values.

Average fuel consumption / 5-minute

average fuel consumption

Average fuel consumption from previous

reset and 5-minute average fuel consump-

tion are shown.

(Average fuel consumption)

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(5) Average fuel consumption

If you selected average fuel consumption

the last time you drove the vehicle, the dis-

play shows the last value of average fuel

consumption from previous driving when

the engine switch is pressed to change the

ignition mode to “ON”. Unless you reset

the value of average fuel consumption, the

display indicates the value of average fuel

consumption based on the average fuel

consumption during previous driving.

NOTE:

When you reconnect the negative (–) ter-

minal to the battery, the value of average

fuel consumption will be shown after driv-

ing for a period of time.

You can select when the value of average

fuel consumption is reset from among the

following two methods;

• Reset after refuel: the value of average

fuel consumption will be reset automati-

cally by refueling.

• Reset with trip meter A: the value of

average fuel consumption will be reset

automatically by resetting trip meter A.

To change when the value of average fuel

consumption is reset, refer to “Setting

mode” in this section.

NOTE:

If you add only a small amount of fuel

when you select “Reset after refuel”, the

average fuel consumption value may not

be reset.

(4)

EXAMPLE

(5)

EXAMPLE

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(5-minute average fuel consumption)

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(6) 5-minute average fuel consumption

You can check transition of 5-minute aver-

age fuel consumption every 5 minutes

from 15 minutes before up to now. Time

indication and driving cycle indication can

be changed. For details, refer to “Setting

mode” in this section.

Driving range

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(7) Driving range

If you selected driving range the last time

you drove the vehicle, the display indicates

“---” for a few seconds and then indicates

the current driving range when the engine

switch is pressed to change the ignition

mode to “ON”.

The driving range shown in the display is

the approximate distance you can drive

until the fuel gauge indicates “E”, based on

current driving conditions.

When the low fuel warning light comes on,

the display “---” will appear.

If the low fuel warning light comes on, fill

the fuel tank immediately regardless of the

value of driving range shown in the display.

As the driving range after refueling is cal-

culated based on the most recent driving

condition, the value is different each time

you refuel.

NOTE:

• If you refuel when the ignition mode is

“ON”, the driving range may not indicate

the correct value.

• When you reconnect the negative (–)

terminal to the battery, the value of driv-

ing range will be shown after driving for a

period of time.

Average speed / 5-minute average

speed

Average speed from previous reset and 5-

minute average speed are shown.

(Average speed)

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(8) Average speed

(6)

EXAMPLE

(7)

EXAMPLE

(8)

EXAMPLE

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If you selected average speed the last time

you drove the vehicle, the display indicates

the last value of average speed from previ-

ous driving when the engine switch is

pressed to change the ignition mode to

“ON”. Unless you reset the value of aver-

age speed, the display indicates the value

of average speed which includes average

speed during previous driving.

To reset the value of average speed, push

and hold the indicator selector knob (2) for

about 2 seconds when the display indi-

cates an average speed. The display

shows “---” and then indicates a new aver-

age speed after driving for a short time.

NOTE:

When you reconnect the negative (–) ter-

minal to the battery, the value of average

speed will be shown after driving for a

period of time.

(5-minute average speed)

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(9) 5-minute average speed

You can check transition of 5-minute aver-

age speed every 5 minutes from 10 min-

utes before up to now.

Driving time

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(10) Driving time

Driving time from previous reset is shown.

To reset the driving time, push and hold the

indicator selector knob (2) for about 2 sec-

onds when the display indicates a driving

time. The display shows “---” and then indi-

cates a new driving time after driving for a

short time.

NOTE:

Disconnection of the battery negative (-)

terminal will reset the indication of the driv-

ing time.

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EXAMPLE

(10)

EXAMPLE

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Clock and date

Date and time are shown. For the setting

procedure, refer to “Setting mode” in this

section.

Motion

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The indication is used differently for the

vehicle running and stopped.

G (acceleration of gravity) position applied

to the vehicle body while driving is shown

by a globe (11).

When the vehicle is stopped, historical

data of G positions applied to the vehicle

body during the driving is shown as a

graph (12).

G position history graph at the vehicle

stopped can be changed to indicate or

hide. For details, refer to “Setting mode” in

this section.

NOTE:

• If G position history graph at the vehicle

stopped has been set in indication

mode, the graph (12) is shown for sev-

eral seconds when you change the igni-

tion mode to “LOCK” (OFF) after driving.

• The graph is shown approximately and

the actual movement may differ.

Torque and power

Present engine torque and power are

shown.

Accelerator and brake

Present accelerator pedal depressing

degree and brake line pressure are shown.

The display is selectable to indicate or not

to indicate. For details, refer to “Setting

mode” in this section.

(11) (12)

EXAMPLE

WARNING

Do not look in the display while driv-

ing. Doing so may result in an unex-

pected accident.

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Energy flow (if equipped)

The state of SHVS operation can be checked looking at the information display. For

details, refer to “SHVS (Smart Hybrid Vehicle by Suzuki)” in “OPERATING YOUR VEHI-

CLE”.

information display Description

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When the vehicle is running, ISG assists engine power as

a motor

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When the vehicle is powered by the engine

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When decelerating your vehicle, the ISG generates elec-

tricity without engine power.

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When the engine auto stop by the ENG A-STOP system

Information of after driving

When you press the engine switch to

change the ignition mode to “LOCK”

(OFF), the following information appears

for several seconds on the information dis-

play.

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EXAMPLE

(if equipped)

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Selector position (for automatic

transaxle or CVT vehicles) / Gear-

shift indicator (if equipped)

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Selector position

When the engine switch is pressed to

change the ignition mode to “ON”, the dis-

play (D) indicates the gear position (j).

For details on how to use the transaxle,

refer to “Using transaxle” in the “OPERAT-

ING YOUR VEHICLE” section.

Gearshift indicator

Refer to “Gearshift indicator” in the

“OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE” section.

Trip meter

The display (E) shows the trip meter.

The trip meter can be used to measure the

distance traveled on short trips or between

fuel stops.

You can use trip meter A or trip meter B

independently.

To reset the trip meter to zero, push and

hold the trip meter selector knob (3) for

about 2 seconds when the display shows

the trip meter.

Odometer

The display (F) shows the odometer.

The odometer records the total distance

the vehicle has been driven.

Setting mode

When the ignition mode is “ON” and the

vehicle is stationary, you can enter the set-

ting mode of the information display by

pushing and holding the indicator selector

knob (2) for more than 3 seconds.

• To select the setting that you want to

change, turn the indicator selector knob

(2) left or right.

• To change the setting, push the indicator

selector knob (2).

• To exit the setting mode, select “Back”

and push the indicator selector knob (2).

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NOTE:

The currently selected setting item is sur-

rounded by a frame.

(j)

EXAMPLE

NOTICE

Keep track of your odometer reading

and check the maintenance sched-

ule regularly for required services.

Increased wear or damage to certain

parts can result from failure to per-

form required services at the proper

mileage intervals.

EXAMPLE

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NOTE:

• If you push and hold the indicator selec-

tor knob (2) to enter the setting mode

when the display (C) shows average fuel

consumption or average speed, the

value will be reset simultaneously. If you

do not want to reset the value, push the

indicator selector knob quickly to switch

the indication of the display.

• If you turn the ignition switch, press the

engine switch or start to move the vehi-

cle when the display is in the setting

mode, the setting mode will be canceled

automatically.

Distance unit

(Odometer / trip meter distance unit set-

ting)

You can change the units in which odome-

ter / trip meter distance is displayed.

NOTE:

When you change the units in which odom-

eter / trip meter distance is displayed, the

trip meter will be reset automatically.

Fuel economy

(Fuel consumption unit setting)

You can change the units that fuel con-

sumption is displayed in.

Language

You can change the language of the infor-

mation display.

Fuel reset (Average fuel consumption

reset setting)

You can change when the value of aver-

age fuel consumption is reset.

Temperature

(Temperature unit setting)

You can change the units that temperature

is displayed in.

NOTE:

When you change the units that tempera-

ture is displayed in, the automatic heating

and air conditioning system (if equipped)

temperature display units will be changed

automatically.

Set Sensors

(Parking sensors (if equipped) setting)

The parking sensor can be switched

between the normal mode and trailer

mode.

Clock setting

(Adjusting the clock)

• To change the hour indication, turn the

indicator selector knob (2) left or right

repeatedly when the hour indication

appears as reversed color. To change

the hour indication quickly, turn and hold

the indicator selector knob (2). To set the

hour indication, push the indicator selec-

tor knob (2) and the minute indication

appears as reversed color.

• To change the minute indication, turn the

indicator selector knob (2) left or right

repeatedly when the minute indication

appears as reversed color. To change

the minute indication quickly, turn and

hold the indicator selector knob (2). To

set the minute indication, push the indi-

cator selector knob (2).

You can also switch the time indication

between 12-hour and 24-hour format.

(Adjusting the date)

Adjust year, month, and day by operating

the indicator selector knob (2) in the same

way as the adjusting the clock.

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Door lock (Door lock setting)

You can choose either once or twice oper-

ation(s) to unlock all doors (including the

tailgate) or release the dead lock system (if

equipped) by turning the key, or operating

keyless push start system remote control-

ler or request switch.

You can also turn off or on the buzzer

sound when the door(s) is(are) locked or

unlocked.

Lights

(Lane change setting)

The turn signal and its indicator can be set

whether they flash three times even if you

return the turn signal control lever immedi-

ately after moving it.

Guide me light setting

(Light setting)

You can change the lighting time of “To

car” function or “To home” function.

Oil change

(Oil life monitoring system reset setting)

The oil life monitoring system must be

reset after changing the engine oil and oil

filter.

TPMS

(Tire pressure monitoring system set-

ting)

• You can check the current tire inflation

pressure on the information display.

• You can set one of the initial values of

tire pressure below that are indicated on

the tire information label.

– Comfort Mode

– Eco Mode

– Load Mode

Refer to “Tire pressure monitoring system

(TPMS)” in “OPERATING YOUR VEHI-

CLE” section for details.

IS A/C (ENG A-STOP system setting)

(if equipped)

• When using the automatic heating and

air conditioning system (if equipped),

you can select one of the following

engine auto stop settings.

– Standard

– Economy

– Comfort

• When “Economy” is selected, engine

auto stop condition is eased, compared

with “Standard”. Engine auto stop condi-

tion will occur more frequently, the stop

time will be longer, leading to reduction

of fuel consumption.

• When “Comfort” is selected, engine auto

stop condition becomes severe, com-

pared with “Standard”. Engine auto stop

condition will occur less frequently, the

stop time will be shorter, leading to more

comfortable cabin condition by air condi-

tioner.

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Display item

(Car color setting)

You can change the car color of the infor-

mation display.

(Calendar dis setting)

You can change the on/off of the calendar.

(Calendar form setting)

You can change the calendar form of the

information display.

(Fuel eco hist setting)

Transitional indication of average fuel con-

sumption can be switched to timed indica-

tion and driving cycle indication.

(Motion hist setting)

Indication of G position history graph at the

vehicle stopped can be selected to enable

or disable.

(Idling dsp setting)

Display of ENG A-STOP operation with

ignition mode “LOCK” (OFF) is selectable

to indicate or not to indicate.

(Pedal op dsp setting)

Display of “Accelerator and brake” is

selectable to indicate or not to indicate.

Default (initialization setting)

If you select “YES” and push the indicator

selector knob (2), all settings will be reini-

tialized.

Warning and Indicator Messages

The display shows warning and indicator

messages to let you know about certain

vehicle problems.

A tone may also sound to alert you.

If warning and indicator messages appear

on the display, follow the messages.

Master warning indicator light

68PM00278

When the display shows warning and indi-

cator messages, the master warning indi-

cator light may also blink.

NOTE:

• When the problem that causes a mes-

sage to appear is corrected, the mes-

sage will disappear.

• If a message is displayed, and other

problems requiring a message occur, the

message for each of the problems will

be alternately displayed about every 5

seconds.

• When you push and hold the indicator

selector knob (2) for about 2 seconds

while a message is displayed, the mes-

sage will disappear temporarily. If the

problem that caused the message is not

corrected, the message will appear

again after 5 seconds.

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Warning and indicator messages

All model

(#1) This message will disappear for a while even if the problem that caused the message to appear is not corrected.

Warning and indicator

message

Master warning

indicator light

Sound Cause and remedy

68PH02232

Blinks

(only while vehicle

is in motion)

Beep (one time from interior

buzzer; only while vehicle is

in motion)

A door or tailgate is not properly closed.

Stop the vehicle in a safe place and close

the door or tailgate properly. (#1)

68PH02233

Blinks Continuous beep (from inte-

rior buzzer)

The headlights and/or the position lights are

left on. Turn them off.

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(#1) This message will disappear for a while even if the problem that caused the message to appear is not corrected.

Warning and indicator

message

Master warning

indicator light

Sound Cause and remedy

68PH02234

Off Beep (one time from interior

buzzer)

Fuel is low. Refill it immediately. (#1)

68PH02235

Off Off The road may be icy. Drive very carefully.

(#1)

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Warning and indicator

message

Master warning

indicator light

Sound Cause and remedy

68PH02236

Blinks Beep (one time from interior

buzzer)

If this message is displayed, have your

vehicle inspected by an authorized SUZUKI

dealer.

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(#1) This message will disappear for a while even if the problem that caused the message to appear is not corrected.

Warning and indicator

message

Master warning

indicator light

Sound Cause and remedy

68PH02237

Off Off This message is displayed when “ACC”

position is selected as the power supply

position. (#1)

68PH02238

Off Off The brake pedal (for automatic transaxle or

CVT models) or the clutch pedal (for man-

ual transaxle models) is depressed. Press

the engine switch to start the engine.

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Warning and indicator

message

Master warning

indicator light

Sound Cause and remedy

68PH02239

Blinks Beep (one time from interior

buzzer)

There is a problem with the steering lock

system.

Have your vehicle inspected by an autho-

rized SUZUKI dealer.

68PH02240

Blinks Beep (one time from interior

buzzer)

There is a problem with the keyless push

start system.

Have your vehicle inspected by an autho-

rized SUZUKI dealer.

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Warning and indicator

message

Master warning

indicator light

Sound Cause and remedy

68PH02241

Blinks Series of beeps under cer-

tain conditions (for about 2

seconds from exterior and/or

interior buzzers)

The remote controller may be outside the

vehicle or its battery may have become dis-

charged. Locate the remote controller or

touch the engine switch with the remote

controller.

If the message still appears, replace the

remote controller battery.

68PH02242

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(#1) This message will disappear for a while even if the problem that caused the message to appear is not corrected.

Warning and indicator

message

Master warning

indicator light

Sound Cause and remedy

68PH02243

Off Off This message is displayed when “ON” posi-

tion is selected as the power supply posi-

tion. (#1)

68PH02244

Blinks Beep (one time from interior

buzzer)

The steering lock is not disengaged. While

lightly turning the steering wheel in both

directions, press the engine switch again.

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(#1) This message will disappear for a while even if the problem that caused the message to appear is not corrected.

Warning and indicator

message

Master warning

indicator light

Sound Cause and remedy

68PH02245

Blinks Beep (one time from interior

buzzer)

The remote controller battery is about to

become flat. Replace the battery. (#1)

Manual transaxle

68PH02246

Off Off The engine switch is pressed without

depressing the brake and clutch pedals. Try

again as instructed by the message.

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Warning and indicator

message

Master warning

indicator light

Sound Cause and remedy

Automatic transaxle or CVT

68PM00293

Off Off The engine switch is pressed with the gear-

shift lever in a position other than “P” or “N”

and/or without depressing the brake pedal.

Try again as instructed by message.

Automatic transaxle or CVT

68PM00294

Off Off The engine switch is pressed with the gear-

shift lever in a position other than “P”. Try

again as instructed by the message.

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Warning and indicator

message

Master warning

indicator light

Sound Cause and remedy

68PM00295

Blinks Beep (one time from interior

buzzer)

Change the engine oil and oil filter immedi-

ately.

The oil life monitoring system must be reset

after changing the engine oil and oil filter.

Refer to “Oil change request light” in this

section.

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CVT model

Warning and indicator

message

Master warning

indicator light

Sound Cause and remedy

68PM00296

Blinks “Beep” (one time from inte-

rior buzzer)

The CVT fluid temperature becomes too

high.

Stop the vehicle in a safe place and let the

fluid cool down.

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Vehicle with ESP

system

Warning and indicator

message

Master warning

indicator light

Sound Cause and remedy

68PM00297

Blinks Beep (one time from interior

buzzer)

There may be a problem with ESP

sys-

tem.

Have your vehicle inspected by an autho-

rized SUZUKI dealer.

Hill Hold Control System

68PM00298

Blinks Beep (one time from interior

buzzer)

There may be a problem with hill hold con-

trol system (if equipped).

Have your vehicle inspected by an autho-

rized SUZUKI dealer.

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NOTE:

• If your vehicle is equipped with the ENG A-STOP system, the information display also indicates warning and indicator messages

related to the system. For information on these messages, refer to “ENG A-STOP system (engine auto stop start system) (if

equipped)” in “OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE” section.

• If your vehicle is equipped with the radar brake support system, the information display also indicates warning and indicator messages

related to the system. For information on these messages, refer to “Radar brake support system (if equipped)” in “OPERATING YOUR

VEHICLE” section.

• If your vehicle is equipped with the adaptive cruise control system, the information display also indicates warning and indicator mes-

sages related to the system. For information on these messages, refer to “Adaptive cruise control system (if equipped)” in “OPERAT-

ING YOUR VEHICLE” section.

• If your vehicle is equipped with a parking sensor system, the information display also indicates warning and indicator messages

related to the system. For information on these messages, refer to “Parking sensors (if equipped)” in “OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE”

section.

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Warning and indicator lights

NOTE:

If warning and indicator lights blink or

come on, the corresponding messages

may be shown on the information display.

Low tire pressure warning light

52D305

As an added fuel efficiency feature, your

vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure

monitoring system (TPMS) that uses a low

tire pressure warning light to inform you

when one or more of your tires is signifi-

cantly under-inflated.

When the ignition switch is turned to “ON”

position or the engine switch is pressed to

change the ignition mode to “ON”, this light

comes on briefly so you can check that the

light is working.

When the low tire pressure warning light is

lit, one or more of your tires is significantly

under-inflated. You should stop and check

your tires as soon as possible, and inflate

them to the proper pressure as indicated

on the vehicle’s tire information placard.

Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire

causes the tire to overheat and can lead to

tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces

fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may

affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping

ability. Each tire, including the spare,

should be checked at least once a month

when cold and set to the recommended

inflation pressure as specified in the vehi-

cle placard.

The low tire pressure warning light is also

used to inform you of a TPMS malfunction.

When the system detects a malfunction,

this light will blink for about 75 seconds

and then remain continuously illuminated.

This sequence will be repeated after the

ignition switch is turned to “ON” position or

the engine switch is pressed to change the

ignition mode to “ON” as long as the mal-

function exists.

NOTE:

The low tire pressure warning light may not

come on immediately if you have a sudden

loss of air pressure.

WARNING

Failure to take corrective action when

the low tire pressure warning light is

not working or when it comes on and

blinks while driving can lead to an

accident.

If the low tire pressure warning light

does not come on for 2 seconds after

the ignition switch is turned to “ON”

position or the engine switch is

pressed to change the ignition mode

to “ON”, or comes on and blinks

while driving, have your vehicle

inspected by an authorized SUZUKI

dealer. Even if the light turns off after

blinking, indicating that the monitor-

ing system has recovered, you

should still have the system checked

by your authorized SUZUKI dealer.

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Refer to “Tire pressure monitoring system

(TPMS)” in “OPERATING YOUR VEHI-

CLE” section for additional details on the

tire pressure monitoring system. Refer to

“Tires” in “INSPECTION AND MAINTE-

NANCE” section for information on main-

taining proper tire pressure.

WARNING

The load-carrying capacity of your

tires is reduced at lower inflation

pressures. If your tires are even mod-

erately under-inflated, the load on the

tires may exceed the load-carrying

capacity of the tires, which could lead

to tire failure. The low tire pressure

warning light will not alert you to this

condition, because it only comes on

when one or more of your tires

becomes significantly under-inflated.

Check and adjust your tire inflation

pressure at least once a month. Refer

to “Tires” in “INSPECTION AND

MAINTENANCE” section.

WARNING

Continuing to drive with the low tire

pressure warning light on can lead to

an accident, resulting in severe injury

or death.

If the low tire pressure warning light

comes on and stays on, reduce your

speed and avoid abrupt steering and

braking. Be aware that driving on a

significantly under-inflated tire can

cause the tire to overheat and can

lead to tire failure, and may affect

steering control and brake effective-

ness. Stop the vehicle in a safe place

as soon as possible and check your

tires.

• If you have a flat tire, replace it with

the spare tire (if equipped). Refer to

“Jacking instructions” in “EMER-

GENCY SERVICE” section for the

tire replacement method. Also refer

to “Replacing tires and/or wheels”

for instructions on how to restore

normal operation of the TPMS after

you have had a flat tire.

(Continued)

WARNING

(Continued)

• If your vehicle is equipped with a

flat tire repair kit instead of a spare

tire, refer to “Flat tire repair kit (if

equipped)” in “EMERGENCY SER-

VICE” section for instructions on

how to perform an emergency

repair of a flat tire.

• If one or more of your tires is

under-inflated, adjust the inflation

pressure of all tires to the recom-

mended inflation pressure as soon

as possible.

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Brake system warning light

65D477

Three different types of operations exist

depending on the vehicle’s specification.

• The light comes on briefly when the igni-

tion switch is turned to “ON” position or

the engine switch is pressed to change

the ignition mode to “ON”.

• The light comes on when the parking

brake is engaged with the ignition switch

in “ON” position or the ignition mode is

“ON”.

• The light comes on under either or both

of above two conditions.

The light also comes on when the fluid in

the brake fluid reservoir falls below the

specified level.

The light should go out after starting the

engine and fully releasing the parking

brake, if the fluid level in the brake fluid

reservoir is adequate.

The light also comes on together with the

ABS warning light when the rear brake

force control function (proportioning valve

function) of the ABS system fails.

If the brake system warning light comes on

while you are driving the vehicle, it may

mean that there is something wrong with

the vehicle’s brake system.

If this happens:

1) Pull off the road and stop carefully.

2) Test the brakes by carefully starting and

stopping the vehicle on the shoulder of

the road.

3) If you determine that it is safe, drive the

vehicle cautiously at low speed to the

nearest dealer for repairs or tow the

vehicle to the nearest dealer for repairs.

NOTE:

Because the brake system is self-adjust-

ing, the fluid level will drop as the brake

pads become worn. Replenishing the

brake fluid reservoir is considered normal

periodic maintenance.

NOTE:

Parking brake reminder buzzer

A buzzer sounds intermittently to remind

you to release the parking brake if you

start the vehicle without releasing the park-

ing brake. Check that the parking brake is

fully released and the brake system warn-

ing light turns off.

WARNING

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.

WARNING

If any of the following conditions

occur, you should immediately ask

your SUZUKI dealer to inspect the

brake system.

• If the brake system warning light

does not go out after the engine

has been started and the parking

brake has been fully released.

• If the brake system warning light

does not come on when the igni-

tion switch is turned to “ON” posi-

tion or the engine switch is pressed

to change the ignition mode to

“ON”.

• If the brake system warning light

comes on at any time during vehi-

cle operation.

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Anti-lock brake system (ABS) warn-

ing light

65D529

When the ignition switch is turned to “ON”

position or the engine switch is pressed to

change the ignition mode to “ON”, this light

comes on briefly so you can check that the

light is working.

If the light stays on or comes on when driv-

ing, there may be something wrong with

the ABS.

If this happens:

1) Pull off the road and stop carefully.

2) Turn the ignition switch to “LOCK” or

change the ignition mode to “LOCK”

(OFF) by pressing the engine switch

and then start the engine again.

If the warning light comes on briefly and

then turns off, the system is normal. If the

warning light still stays on, something is

wrong with the system.

If the light and the brake system warning

light stay on or come on simultaneously

when driving, your ABS system is

equipped with the rear brake force control

function (proportioning valve function) and

there may be something wrong with both

the rear brake force control function and

the anti-lock function of the ABS system.

If one of the above occurs, have the sys-

tem inspected by your SUZUKI dealer.

If the ABS becomes inoperative, the brake

system will function as an ordinary brake

system that does not have this ABS sys-

tem.

For details of ABS system, refer to “Anti-

lock brake system (ABS)” in “OPERATING

YOUR VEHICLE” section.

ESP

warning light

52KM133

ESP

is a registered trademark of Daimler

AG.

This light blinks 5 times per second when

one of the following systems is activated.

• Stability control system

• Traction control system

If this light blinks, drive carefully.

When the ignition switch is turned to “ON”

position or the engine switch is pressed to

change the ignition mode to “ON”, the light

comes on briefly so you can check that the

light is working. If the light stays on or

comes on when driving, there may be

something wrong with the ESP

systems

(other than ABS). You should have the

system inspected by an authorized

SUZUKI dealer.

For details of the ESP

systems, refer to

“Electronic stability program (ESP

)” in

“OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE” section.

WARNING

The ESP

systems cannot prevent

accidents. Always drive carefully.

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ESP

OFF indicator light

57L30045

When the ignition switch is turned to “ON”

position or the engine switch is pressed to

change the ignition mode to “ON”, this light

comes on briefly so you can check that the

light is working.

When the ESP

OFF switch is pushed to

turn off the ESP

systems (other than

ABS), the ESP

OFF indicator light comes

on and stays on.

For details of the ESP

systems, refer to

“Electronic stability program (ESP

)” in

“OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE” section.

Oil pressure light

50G051

When the ignition switch is turned to “ON”

position or the engine switch is pressed to

change the ignition mode to “ON”, this light

comes on. When the engine is started, the

light goes out. The light will come on and

remain on if there is insufficient oil pres-

sure. 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.

If there is enough oil, the lubrication sys-

tem should be inspected by your SUZUKI

dealer before you drive the vehicle again.

Charging light

50G052

When the ignition switch is turned to “ON”

position or the engine switch is pressed to

change the ignition mode to “ON”, this light

comes on. When the engine is started, the

light goes out. 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 SUZUKI dealer.

NOTICE

• 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. Peri-

odically check the engine oil level.

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Driver’s seat belt reminder light /

Front passenger’s seat belt

reminder light (if equipped)

60G049

When the driver or front passenger does

not buckle his or her seat belt, this light will

come on and/or blink.

For details of the seat belt reminder, refer

to “Seat belts and child restraint systems”

in this section.

AIR BAG light

63J030

When the ignition switch is turned to “ON”

position or the engine switch is pressed to

change the ignition mode to “ON”, this light

blinks or comes on for several seconds so

you can check that the light is working.

The light will come on and stay on if there

is a problem in the air bag system or the

seat belt pretensioner system.

Malfunction indicator light

65D530

Your vehicle has a computer-controlled

emission control system. A malfunction

indicator light is provided on the instrument

cluster to indicate when it is necessary to

have the emission control system serviced.

When the ignition switch is turned to “ON”

position or the engine switch is pressed to

change the ignition mode to “ON”, this light

comes on. When the engine is started, the

light goes out.

If the malfunction indicator light comes on

or blinks when the engine is running, there

is a damage in the emission control sys-

tem.

Bring the vehicle to your SUZUKI dealer to

have the damage fixed.

Also, if this light comes on when the

engine is running, there is a problem with

the automatic transaxle system. Ask your

SUZUKI dealer to have the system

inspected.

WARNING

If AIR BAG light does not blink or

come on briefly when the ignition

switch is turned to “ON” position or

the engine switch is pressed to

change the ignition mode to “ON”,

stays on for more than 10 seconds,

or comes on while driving, the air bag

system or the seat belt pretensioner

system may not work properly. Have

both systems inspected by an autho-

rized SUZUKI dealer.

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Transaxle warning light

(if equipped)

80J219

When the ignition switch is turned to “ON”

position or the engine switch is pressed to

change the ignition mode to “ON”, this light

comes on for several seconds so you can

check that the light is working.

If this light comes on when the engine is

running, there is a problem with the auto-

matic transaxle system. Ask your SUZUKI

dealer to have the system inspected.

(For CVT models)

If the CVT fluid temperature becomes too

high, this light will blink. Stop the vehicle in

a safe place and let the fluid cool down.

Immobilizer/keyless push start sys-

tem warning light

80JM122

When the ignition switch is turned to “ON”

position or the engine switch is pressed to

change the ignition mode to “ON”, this light

comes on briefly so you can check that the

light is working. If this light stays on, there

is a problem with the system.

Open door warning light

54G391

This light remains on until all doors (includ-

ing the tailgate) are completely closed.

If any door (including the tailgate) is open

when the vehicle is moving, a ding sounds

to remind you to close all doors completely.

Low fuel warning light

54G343

If this light comes on, fill the fuel tank

immediately.

When this light comes on, a ding sounds

once to remind you to fill the fuel.

If you do not fill the fuel, a ding sounds

every time when the ignition switch is

turned to “ON” position or the engine

switch is pressed to change the ignition

mode to “ON”.

NOTE:

The activation point of this light varies

depending on road conditions (for exam-

ple, slope or curve) and driving conditions

because of fuel moving in the tank.

NOTICE

Continuing to drive the vehicle when

the malfunction indicator light is on

or blinking can cause permanent

damage to the vehicle’s emission

control system, and can affect fuel

economy and driveability.

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Electric power steering light

79J039

When the ignition switch is turned to “ON”

position or the engine switch is pressed to

change the ignition mode to “ON”, this light

comes on. When the engine is started, the

light goes out.

If this light comes on while driving, the

power steering system may not work prop-

erly. Have the system inspected by your

SUZUKI dealer.

NOTE:

The following steering wheel operations

may gradually take more effort while park-

ing or driving at a very low speed. This is

not a malfunction of the steering system,

but the power steering control system lim-

its the power assist in order to prevent it

from overheating.

• The steering wheel is operated very

often.

• The steering wheel is kept in a fully

turned position for a long while.

When the power steering control system

cools down, the power steering system will

return to its original condition.

However, repeating these operations could

cause damage to the power steering sys-

tem.

NOTE:

If the power steering system does not work

properly, it will require greater effort to

steer, but you still will be able to steer.

NOTE:

If the steering is operated, you may hear

noise caused by electric power steering

operation. This is normal and indicates that

the power steering system works properly.

Engine coolant temperature light

(if equipped)

54G344

When the ignition switch is turned to the

“ON” position, this light comes on briefly so

you can check that the light is working.

This indicator has two following functions.

Low engine coolant temperature light

(blue color)

This light stays on while the engine is still

cold and goes off when the engine has

warmed up.

If this light blinks, there is a problem with

the system. Have your vehicle inspected

by your SUZUKI dealer.

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High engine coolant temperature warn-

ing light (red color)

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 instruc-

tions in the “Engine trouble: Overheating”

of “EMERGENCY SERVICE” section.

Radar brake support system indica-

tor light (if equipped)

54P000255

When the ignition switch is turned to “ON”

position or the engine switch is pressed to

change the ignition mode to “ON”, this light

comes on briefly so you can check that the

light is working.

When the brake support system is acti-

vated, this light blinks rapidly.

In the following situations, this light will come

on and the radar brake support system will

stop functioning when the ignition switch is

in “ON” position or the ignition mode is “ON”.

• When there is a problem with the radar

brake support system. In this case, you

should have the system inspected by an

authorized SUZUKI dealer.

• When dirt is detected on the surface of

the radar sensor cover. In this case,

clean the cover.

• When there is a problem with the ABS or

ESP

. The ABS warning light or the

ESP

warning light will also come on.

• When there is a problem with the brake

control systems.

For details, refer to “Radar brake support

system (if equipped)” in “OPERATING

YOUR VEHICLE” section.

NOTICE

Continuing to drive the vehicle when

engine overheating is indicated can

result in severe engine damage.

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Radar brake support system OFF

indicator light (if equipped)

54P000254

When the ignition switch is turned to “ON”

position or the engine switch is pressed to

change the ignition mode to “ON”, this light

comes on briefly so you can check that the

light is working.

In the following situations, this light will come

on and the radar brake support system will

stop functioning when the ignition switch is

in “ON” position or the ignition mode is “ON”.

• When the radar brake support OFF

switch is pushed and held to turn off the

radar brake support system.

• When the ESP

OFF switch is pushed to

turn off the ESP

systems (other than

ABS), the ESP

OFF indicator light will

also come on.

For details, refer to “Radar brake support

system (if equipped)” in “OPERATING

YOUR VEHICLE” section.

Radar brake support system warn-

ing light (For instrument cluster -

Type B) (if equipped)

78K049

When the ignition switch is turned to “ON”

position or the engine switch is pressed to

change the ignition mode to “ON”, this light

comes on briefly so you can check that the

light is working.

In the following situations, this light will blink

on and the radar brake support system will

stop functioning when the ignition switch is

in “ON” position or the ignition mode is “ON”.

• When there is a problem with the radar

brake support system. In this case, you

should have the system inspected by an

authorized SUZUKI dealer.

• When dirt is detected on the surface of

the radar sensor cover. In this case,

clean the cover.

• When there is a problem with the ABS or

ESP

. The ABS warning light or the

ESP

warning light will also come on.

• When there is a problem with the brake

control systems.

For details, refer to “Radar brake support

system (if equipped)” in “OPERATING

YOUR VEHICLE” section.

Adaptive cruise control indicator

(if equipped)

68PM00257

When the adaptive cruise control system is

on, this light will be on.

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Adaptive cruise control system

warning light (if equipped)

54P000233

When the ignition switch is turned to “ON”

position or the engine switch is pressed to

change the ignition mode to “ON”, this light

comes on briefly so you can check that the

light is working.

If this light stays on, there is a problem with

the adaptive cruise control system or radar

sensor and the system is disabled tempo-

rarily. If this light does not disappear for a

while, have your vehicle inspected by an

authorized SUZUKI dealer.

NOTE:

In the case of instrument cluster - Type C,

this light appears at the top of the Informa-

tion Display.

Cruise control indicator light

(if equipped)

68PM20203

When the cruise control system is on, this

light will be on.

Limit indicator light (if equipped)

68PM00258

When the speed limiter is on, this light will

be on.

“SET” indicator light (if equipped)

65D474

When the vehicle’s speed is controlled by

the adaptive cruise control system, cruise

control system or speed limiter, this light

will be on.

Turn signal indicators

50G055

When you turn on the left or right turn sig-

nals, the corresponding green arrow on the

instrument cluster 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.

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Main beam (high beam) indicator

light

50G056

This indicator comes on when headlight

main beams (high beams) are turned on.

Illumination indicator light

64J045

This indicator light comes on while the

position lights, tail light and/or the head-

lights are on.

Front fog light indicator light

(if equipped)

68PM00268

The front fog light indicator light comes on

when the front fog light operates.

Rear fog light indicator light

54G491

The rear fog light indicator light comes on

when the rear fog light operates.

Oil change request light

79JM007

Your vehicle has the oil life monitoring sys-

tem and related oil change request light

that alerts you to change the engine oil and

oil filter.

NOTE:

In the case of instrument cluster - Type C,

this light appears at the top of the Informa-

tion Display.

When this light comes on, change engine

oil and oil filter immediately.

For details on how to change the engine oil

and oil filter, refer to “Changing engine oil

and filter” in “INSPECTION AND MAINTE-

NANCE” section.

This light comes on for several seconds

when the ignition switch is turned to “ON”

position or the engine switch is pressed to

change the ignition mode to “ON” so you

can check that light is working.

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If either of odometer reading or time is

reached to the value which is set by the

system, this light comes on when the igni-

tion switch or engine switch is in “ON” posi-

tion. In addition, the “Oil” indication or

message is shown on the information dis-

play to tell you it is necessary to change

the engine oil and oil filter. When the

engine oil and oil filter are changed, and

the oil life monitoring system is reset, this

light will go out.

Whenever the engine oil and oil filter are

changed, the light must be reset to monitor

the next oil change timing properly. The

light will go out after the reset. For the

resetting procedure, refer to “Information

display” in this section.

NOTE:

• This light is used to facilitate the oil and

oil filter change according to the mainte-

nance schedule.

• Even though the oil is replaced before

this light comes on, reset of the oil life

monitoring system is necessary. Consult

your SUZUKI dealer about the reset

method. If you reset it by yourself, refer

to “Setting mode” in this section.

Master warning indicator light

(For instrument cluster - Type C)

68PM00278

When the information display shows warn-

ing and indicator messages, this indicator

light may also blink.

For details, refer to “Information display” in

this section.

Lighting control lever

57L21128

NOTICE

Severe engine damage will result, if

you keep operating the engine after

this light comes on.

Change the engine oil and oil filter

immediately when the light blinks.

WARNING

To avoid possible injury, do not oper-

ate controls by reaching through the

steering wheel.

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Automatic light operation

68PM00228

68PM00229

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

EXAMPLE

(5)

Your vehicle’s lighting system is controlled by two main systems: the lighting switch and

the auto-on headlight system (when the lighting switch is in “AUTO” position).

The two systems work together to operate your lights as shown in the following chart:

ON: Lights ON

LIGHT: When it is light around the light sensor (5).

DARK: When it is dark around the light sensor (5).

Lighting

switch posi-

tion

Main lights to be

operated

Ignition switch in the

“LOCK” or “ACC”

position / Ignition

mode “LOCK” (OFF)

or “ACC”

Ignition switch in the

“ON” position /

Ignition mode “ON”

LIGHT DARK LIGHT DARK

(1) OFF

Position lights,

Tail lights

– – – –

Headlights – – – –

(2) AUTO

Position lights,

Tail lights

– – – ON

Headlights – – – ON

(3)

Position lights,

Tail lights

ON ON ON ON

Headlights – – – –

(4)

Position lights,

Tail lights

ON ON ON ON

Headlights ON ON ON ON

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To turn the lights on or off, twist the knob

on the end of the lever. There are four

positions:

OFF (1)

All lights are off.

AUTO (2)

This function works when the ignition

switch is turned to “ON” position or the

engine switch is pressed to change the

ignition mode to “ON”. The headlights and

position lights are turned on and off auto-

matically according to the amount of out-

side light detected by a sensor. They go

out automatically when you turn the igni-

tion switch to “ACC” or “LOCK” position or

change the ignition mode to “ACC” or

“LOCK” by pressing the engine switch.

The light sensor (5) for sensing the amount

of outside light is installed on the passen-

ger’s seat side Instrument panel.

NOTE:

• Avoid covering the light sensor area of

the windshield with a sticker. The sticker

may impair the performance of the sen-

sor and make the system unable to con-

trol operation of the lights correctly.

• If you turned the ignition switch to “ON”

position or changed the ignition mode to

“ON” by pressing the engine switch and

“AUTO” position remains selected, the

headlights and position lights come on

automatically as it gets dark outside,

even with the engine not running. Leav-

ing the lights lit for a long time may lead

to a completely discharged battery.

(3)

Front position lights, tail lights, license

plate light and instrument lights are on, but

headlights are off.

(4)

Front position lights, tail lights, license

plate light, instrument lights and headlights

are on.

68PM00230

With the headlights on, push the lever for-

ward to switch to the high beams (main

beams) or pull the lever toward you to

switch to the low beams. When the high

beams (main beams) are on, a light on the

instrument cluster will come on. To

momentarily activate the high beams (main

beams) as a passing signal, pull the lever

slightly toward you and release it when you

have completed the signal.

CAUTION

If the light sensor area of the wind-

shield is covered with mud, ice, or

other similar substances, the head-

lights and position lights may be

turned on even when it is still light

outside. Before removing such sub-

stances from the windshield, always

set the wiper control lever to “OFF”

position. If the lever is left in “AUTO”

position, the wipers could unexpect-

edly operate and cause injury, and

could also be damaged.

EXAMPLE

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Auto-on headlight system

68PM00231

The auto-on headlight system automati-

cally turns on all lights that are operated by

the lighting control lever on the steering

column, when the following three condi-

tions are all met.

Conditions for auto-on headlight system

operation:

1) It is dark around the light sensor (5).

2) The lighting control lever is in “AUTO”

position.

3) You turned the ignition switch to “ON”

position or press the engine switch to

change the ignition mode to “ON”.

This system is operated by a signal from

the light sensor (5) on the passenger’s

seat side Instrument panel. Do not cover

the sensor (5). Otherwise, the system will

not work correctly.

NOTE:

The light sensor reacts even to infrared

rays, so it may operate incorrectly when

there are strong infrared rays.

Light reminder buzzer

The interior buzzer continuously beeps if

you open the driver’s door without turning

off the headlights and position lights. This

function is triggered under the following

condition:

The headlights and/or position lights are

on even after the ignition switch is turned

off, or the engine switch is pressed to

change the ignition mode to “LOCK”

(OFF).

The buzzer stops sounding when you turn

off the headlights and position lights.

NOTE:

A message is indicated on the information

display in the instrument cluster while the

buzzer is sounding.

Daytime running light (D.R.L.) sys-

tem

When the engine is started, this system

turns on the daytime running lights.

Conditions for D.R.L. system operation

1) The engine is running.

2) Headlights and front fog light (if

equipped) are off.

NOTE:

Brightness of the daytime running lights is

different from the brightness of the position

lights, but it is not a malfunction.

WARNING

It takes about 5 seconds for the light

sensor to react to a change in light-

ing conditions. To help avoid an acci-

dent due to reduced visibility, turn on

your headlights before driving into a

tunnel, parking structure, etc.

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Guide me light (vehicle with auto-

matic lights operation (if equipped))

To home function

This function turns on the front position

lights and the headlights in the low beam

setting for about 10 seconds after the igni-

tion switch is turned to “LOCK” position or

the engine switch is pressed to change the

ignition mode to “LOCK” (OFF).

To set the function:

1) Turn the lighting switch to “AUTO” posi-

tion

2) Turn the ignition switch to “LOCK” posi-

tion or press the engine switch to

change the ignition mode to “LOCK”

(OFF).

3) Pull the lighting control lever toward

you once and open the driver’s side

door within 60 seconds. Or pull the

lighting control lever toward you once

while the driver’s side door is open.

To cancel the function:

Perform any of the following operations.

• Pull the lighting control lever toward you

once.

• Turn the ignition switch to “ACC” or “ON”

position or change the ignition mode to

“ACC” or “ON” by pressing the engine

switch.

• Turn the lighting switch to any other

position than “AUTO” position.

NOTE:

• When the “To home” is functioning, the

front fog lights and the headlights (high

beam) are not turned on.

• Lighting time of the “To home” function

can be changed on the information dis-

play. Refer to “Information display” in this

section.

To car function

If “UNLOCK” button of the remote control-

ler is pressed while the lighting switch is

positioned in “AUTO”, the front position

lights and the headlights in the low beam

are turned on for 10 seconds.

This function will operate only when it is

dark outside the vehicle.

To cancel the function:

Perform any of the following operations.

• Lock the doors by using the remote con-

troller or request switch, or the key in the

driver’s door lock.

• Turn the ignition switch to “ACC” or “ON”

position or change the ignition mode to

“ACC” or “ON” by pressing the engine

switch.

• Turn the lighting switch to any other

position than “AUTO” position.

NOTE:

• When the “To car” is functioning, the

front fog lights and the headlights (high

beam) are not turned on.

• Lighting time of the “To car” function can

be changed on the information display.

Refer to “Information display” in this sec-

tion.

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Front fog light switch

(if equipped)

68PM00232

To turn the front fog light on, twist the knob

as shown in the illustration with the posi-

tion lights, tail lights and/or the headlights

are on. When the front fog light is on, an

indicator light on the instrument cluster will

come on.

NOTE:

In some countries the lighting operation

may be different from the above descrip-

tion according to local regulations.

Rear fog light switch

68PM00233

To turn the rear fog light on, twist the knob

as shown in the illustration with the head-

lights on. When the rear fog light is on, an

indicator light on the instrument cluster will

come on.

Adjusting headlight pattern

Headlight pattern, left hand traffic

68PM00259

Headlight pattern, right hand traffic

68PM00260

EXAMPLE

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The headlight pattern must be adjusted to

avoid dazzling oncoming motorists and

can be set for right or left hand traffic.

Discharge headlights (if equipped)

You do not need to adjust the light pattern.

Halogen headlights (if equipped)

The light pattern may not be as good.

You should readjust the light pattern by

masking the headlight lens.

Left hand drive vehicle

To readjust the light pattern by masking the

headlight lens;

1) Copy the A and B templates as shown

in the below illustrations.

2) Transfer the template to a self-adhesive

waterproof material and cut it out.

3) Position the self-adhesive templates at

the right distance from the center mark

of the headlight lens.

Refer to the dimensions in the following

list:

Right hand (A)

68PM00261

Affix the template to the headlight lens at

the lower right of the center as shown in

the illustration.

Left hand (B)

68PM00262

Affix the template to the headlight lens at

the lower right of the center as shown in

the illustration.

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Right hand drive vehicle

To readjust the light pattern by masking the

headlight lens;

1) Copy the C and D templates as shown

in the below illustrations.

2) Transfer the template to a self-adhesive

waterproof material and cut it out.

3) Position the self-adhesive templates at

the right distance from the center mark

of the headlight lens.

Refer to the dimensions in the following

list:

Right hand (C)

68PM00263

Affix the template to the headlight lens at

the lower left of the center as shown in the

illustration.

Left hand (D)

68PM00264

Affix the template to the headlight lens at

the lower left of the center as shown in the

illustration.

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Templates for halogen headlights

68PM00265

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Headlight leveling switch

80JM040

Level the headlight beam according to the

load condition of your vehicle by turning

this switch. The chart below shows the

appropriate switch position for different

vehicle load conditions.

Vehicle with the halogen headlights

Vehicle with the discharge headlights

Turn signal control lever

57L21128

Vehicle Load Condition

Switch

Position

Driver only 0

Driver + 1 passenger

(in front seat)

Driver + 4 passengers,

no cargo

Driver + 4 passengers,

cargo added

Driver + full cargo 3

Vehicle Load Condition

Switch

Position

Driver only 0

Driver + 1 passenger

(in front seat)

Driver + 4 passengers,

no cargo

Driver + 4 passengers,

cargo added

Driver + full cargo 3

WARNING

To avoid possible injury, do not oper-

ate controls by reaching through the

steering wheel.

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Turn signal operation

With the ignition switch in “ON” position or

the ignition mode “ON”, move the lever

upward or downward to activate the right

or left turn signals.

Normal turn signal

68PM00234

Move the lever all the way upward or

downward to signal. When the turn is com-

pleted, the signal will cancel and the lever

will return to its normal position.

Lane change signal

68PM00235

Move the lever partway upward or down-

ward to turn right or left and hold the lever

in the moved position.

• The turn signal and its indicator flash

while the lever is held at the moved posi-

tion.

The turn signal and its indicator flash 3

times even if you return the lever immedi-

ately after moving it.

NOTE:

The turn signal and its indicator can be set

whether they flash 3 times after the turn

signal lever is returned via the information

display. Refer to “Information display” in

this section.

NOTE:

You can customize the setting for the num-

ber of flashing times of the turn signal and

its indicator (1 to 4 times). Please ask an

authorized SUZUKI dealer for the customi-

zation.

EXAMPLE

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Hazard warning switch

68PM00236

Push in the hazard warning switch to acti-

vate the hazard warning lights. All turn sig-

nal lights and both turn signal indicators

will flash simultaneously. To turn off the

lights, push the switch again.

Use the hazard warning lights to warn

other drivers of possible risk of traffic haz-

ard when you park your vehicle in case of

emergency.

Windshield wiper and washer

lever

65D611

Wiper and washer operation

When the ignition switch is in “ON” position

or the ignition mode is “ON”, you can use

the wiper/washer lever.

Windshield wipers

68PM00237

To turn the windshield wipers on, move the

lever down to one of the three operating

positions. In “INT” position, the wipers

operate intermittently. The “INT” position is

very convenient for driving in mist or light

rain. In “LO” position, the wipers operate at

a steady low speed. In “HI” position, the

wipers operate at a steady high speed. To

turn off the wipers, move the lever back to

“OFF” position.

EXAMPLE

WARNING

To avoid possible injury, do not oper-

ate controls by reaching through the

steering wheel.

EXAMPLE

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Move the lever up and hold it to “MIST”

position, the windshield wipers will turn on

continuously at low speed.

68PM00238

Your vehicle is equipped with “INT TIME”

control, turn the control forward or back-

ward to adjust the intermittent wiper opera-

tion to the desired interval.

Windshield washer

68PM00239

To spray windshield washer fluid, pull the

lever toward you. The windshield wipers

will automatically turn on at low speed if

they are not already on and your vehicle is

equipped with “INT” position.

EXAMPLE

WARNING

• To prevent windshield icing in cold

weather, turn on the defroster to

heat the windshield before and

during windshield washer use.

• Do not use radiator antifreeze in

the windshield washer reservoir. It

can severely impair visibility when

sprayed on the windshield, and can

also damage your vehicle’s paint.

EXAMPLE

NOTICE

To help prevent damage to the wind-

shield wiper and washer system

components, you should take the fol-

lowing precautions:

• Do not continue to hold in the lever

when there is no windshield

washer fluid being sprayed or the

washer motor can be damaged.

• Do not attempt to remove dirt from

a dry windshield with the wipers or

you can damage the windshield

and the wiper blades. Always wet

the windshield with washer fluid

before operating the wipers.

• Clear ice or packed snow from the

wiper blades before using the wip-

ers.

• Check the washer fluid level regu-

larly. Check it often when the

weather is bad.

• Fill a reservoir 3/4 full with washer

fluid to for its expansion, if tem-

perature falls low enough to freeze

the fluid.

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Rear window wiper/washer switch

68PM00240

To turn the rear wiper on, twist the rear

wiper switch on the end of the lever for-

ward to “ON” position. Your vehicle is

equipped with “INT” position, the rear

wiper operates intermittently when you

twist the switch forward to “INT” position.

To turn the rear wiper off, twist the switch

rearward to “OFF” position.

With the rear wiper in “OFF” position, twist

the switch rearward and hold it there to

spray window washer fluid.

With the rear wiper in “ON” position, turn

the switch forward and hold it there to

spray window washer fluid.

Tilt/telescoping (if equipped)

steering lock lever

68PM00241

(1) LOCK

(2) UNLOCK

The lock lever is located under the steering

column. To adjust the steering wheel

height and fore-aft position:

1) Push down the lock lever to unlock the

steering column.

2) Adjust the steering wheel to the desired

height and fore-aft position and lock the

steering column by pulling up the lock

lever.

3) Try moving the steering wheel up and

down and back and forth to check that it

is securely locked in position.

EXAMPLE

Intermittent wiper

Washer

Wiper

NOTICE

Clear ice or snow from the rear win-

dow and rear wiper blade before

using the rear wiper. Accumulated

ice or snow could prevent the wiper

blade from moving, causing damage

to the wiper motor.

(1)

(2)

EXAMPLE

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Horn

68PM00242

Press the horn button of the steering wheel

to sound the horn. The horn will sound with

the ignition switch in any position or any

ignition mode.

Heated rear window switch /

heated outside rearview

mirror switch (if equipped)

Type 1

68PM00243

WARNING

Never attempt to adjust the steering

wheel while the vehicle is moving or

you could lose control of the vehicle.

EXAMPLE

(1)

EXAMPLE

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Type 2

68PM00244

When the rear window is misted, push this

switch (1) to clear the window.

68PM00245

If the outside rearview mirror has the mark

(2), it is also equipped with the heated out-

side rearview mirrors. When you push the

switch (1), both the heated outside rear-

view mirrors and the heated rear window

will operate simultaneously.

An indicator light will be lit when the defog-

ger is on. The defogger will work only

when the engine is running. To turn off the

defogger, push the switch (1) again.

NOTE:

• The defogger will work only when the

engine is running.

• The defogger will automatically turn off

after the defogger remains on for 15 min-

utes to prevent discharging of the bat-

tery.

• If your vehicle is equipped with heated

outside rearview mirrors, only the

driver’s side outside rearview mirror has

the mark (2), but both outside rearview

mirrors work simultaneously.

(1)

EXAMPLE

(2)

EXAMPLE

NOTICE

The heated rear window and the

heated outside rearview mirrors (if

equipped) use a large amount of elec-

tricity. Turn off the switch after the

window and mirrors have become

clear.

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MEMO

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