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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Drive Belt
Make sure the drive belt tension is correct.
If the belt is too loose, insufficient battery
charging, engine overheating, poor power
steering, poor air conditioning, or exces-
sive belt wear can result. When you press
the belt with your thumb midway between
the pulleys, there should be a deflection
according to the following chart.
The belts should also be examined to
ensure that they are not damaged.
If you need to replace or adjust the belt
have it done by your authorised Maruti
Suzuki workshop.
For Petrol Engine Model
K12M
68PH00701
For Diesel Engine Model
The drive belts tension is adjusted auto-
matically.
If you need to replace or adjust the belt
have it done by your authorised Maruti
Suzuki workshop.
Engine Oil and Filter
Specified Oil
For Petrol Engine Model
Be sure that the engine oil you use comes
under the quality classification of SL.
Select the appropriate oil viscosity accord-
ing to the above chart.
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel
economy, and good starting in cold
weather.
For Diesel Engine Model
Be sure that the engine oil you use comes
under the quality classification of ACEA
A5/B5. Select the appropriate oil viscosity
according to the above chart.
SAE 5W-30 is the best choice for good fuel
economy, and good starting in cold
weather.
WARNING
When the engine is running, keep
hands, hair, clothing, tools, etc. away
from the moving fan and drive belts.
: 100 N (10 kg, 22 lbs) press
GE: Generator
DEF: Deflection
DEF: 5.6 – 6.8 mm
(0.22 – 0.27 in.)
GE
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