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DRIVING TIPS

Keep the air cleaner clean

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If the air cleaner is clogged with dust, there

will be greater intake resistance, resulting

in decreased power output and increased

fuel consumption.

Keep weight to a minimum

Heavier the load, more fuel the vehicle

consumes. Take out any luggage or cargo

when it is not necessary.

Keep tire pressures correct

Underinflation of the tires can waste fuel

due to increased running resistance of the

tires. Keep your tires inflated to the correct

pressure shown on the label on the driver’s

door lock pillar.

Highway Driving

When driving at high speeds, pay attention

to the following:

• Stopping distance progressively

increases with vehicle speed. Apply the

brakes far enough ahead of the stopping

point to allow for the extra stopping dis-

tance.

• On rainy days, hydroplaning can occur.

Hydroplaning is the loss of direct contact

between the road surface and the vehi-

cle’s tires due to a water film forming

between them. Steering or braking the

vehicle while hydroplaning can be very

difficult, and loss of control can occur.

Keep speed down when the road sur-

face is wet.

• At high speeds, the vehicle may be

affected by side winds. Therefore,

reduce speed and be prepared for unex-

pected buffeting, which can occur at the

exits of tunnels, when passing by a cut

of a hill, or when being overtaken by

large vehicles, etc.

Driving on Hills

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• When climbing steep hills, the vehicle

may begin to slow down and show a lack

of power. If this happens, you should

shift to a lower gear so that the engine

will again be operating in its normal

power range. Shift rapidly to prevent the

vehicle from losing momentum.

EXAMPLE

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DRIVING TIPS

• When driving down a hill, the engine

should be used for braking by shifting to

next lower gear. (Do this with either a

CVT or a manual transaxle vehicle).

While moving uphill/gradient from a

stand still condition

• Apply the parking brake firmly so that the

vehicle does not roll backwards.

• Depress the Clutch pedal and Shift the

gearshift lever to 1st Select position.

• Do not slip the clutch.

• When ready to start, press accelerator

pedal and slowly release the clutch

pedal simultaneously. When the vehicle

starts to move, gradually release the

parking brake.

Driving on Slippery Roads

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Under wet road conditions you should

drive at a lower speed than on dry roads

due to possible slippage of tires during

braking. When driving on icy, snow-cov-

ered, or muddy roads, reduce your speed

and avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt

braking, or sharp steering movements.

Tire Chains

Tire chains should only be used if they are

needed to increase traction or are required

by law. Make sure that the chains you use

are the correct size for your vehicle’s tires.

Also make sure that there is enough clear-

ance between the fenders and the chains

as installed on the tires.

Install the chains on the front tires tightly,

according to the chain manufacturer’s

instructions. Retighten the chains after

driving about 1.0 km if necessary. With the

chains installed, drive slowly.

WARNING

Try not to hold the brake pedal down

too long or too often while going

down a steep or long hill. This could

cause the brakes to overheat, result-

ing in reduced braking efficiency.

Failure to take this precaution could

result in loss of vehicle control.

NOTICE

When descending down a hill,

NEVER turn the ignition key to the

“LOCK” position or press the engine

switch to change the ignition mode to

“LOCK” (OFF). Emission control sys-

tem and CVT (if equipped) damage

may result.

EXAMPLE

NOTICE

• If you hear the chains hitting

against the vehicle body while driv-

ing, stop and tighten them.

• If your vehicle is equipped with full

wheel caps, remove the wheel caps

before installing the chains or the

wheel caps can be damaged by the

chain bands.

Driving Tips -> Driving on Hills for Your Suzuki Baleno 4 Door Second Generation (2015-2021)

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