Get Operating Your Vehicle Guide for Suzuki Baleno 4 Door Second Generation (2015-2021)

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

Exhaust Gas Warning ......................................................... 3-1

Daily Inspection Checklist .................................................. 3-1

Engine Oil Consumption .................................................... 3-2

Ignition Switch

(Vehicle without Keyless Push Start System) .................. 3-3

Engine Switch

(Vehicle with Keyless Push Start System) ........................ 3-5

Keyless Push Start System (if equipped) ......................... 3-6

Parking Brake Lever ........................................................... 3-9

Pedal ..................................................................................... 3-10

Starting the Engine

(Vehicle without Keyless Push Start System) .................. 3-11

Starting the Engine

(Vehicle with Keyless Push Start System) ........................ 3-12

Using the Transaxle ............................................................ 3-15

Gearshift Indicator (if equipped) ........................................ 3-19

Parking Sensors (if equipped) ........................................... 3-20

Rearview Camera (if equipped) .......................................... 3-26

Braking ................................................................................. 3-29

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Exhaust Gas Warning

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Daily Inspection Checklist

Before Driving

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1) Make sure that windows, mirrors, lights

and reflectors are clean and unob-

structed.

2) Visually check the tires for the following

points:

– the depth of the tread groove

– abnormal wear, cracks and damage

– loose wheel nuts

– existence of foreign material such as

nails, stones, etc.

Refer to “Tires” in “INSPECTION AND

MAINTENANCE” section for details.

3) Look for fluid and oil leaks.

WARNING

Avoid breathing exhaust gases.

Exhaust gases contain carbon mon-

oxide, a potentially lethal gas that is

colorless and odorless. Since carbon

monoxide is difficult to detect by

itself, be sure to take the following

precautions to help prevent carbon

monoxide from entering your vehicle.

• Do not leave the engine running in

garages or other confined areas.

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EXAMPLE

WARNING

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• Do not park with the engine run-

ning for a long period of time, even

in an open area. If it is necessary to

sit for a short time in a parked vehi-

cle with the engine running, make

sure the air intake selector is set to

“FRESH AIR” and the blower is at

high speed.

• Avoid operating the vehicle with

the tailgate or trunk open. If it is

necessary to operate the vehicle

with the tailgate or trunk open,

make sure the sunroof (if equipped)

and all windows are closed, and the

blower is at high speed with the air

intake selector set to “FRESH AIR”.

• To allow proper operation of your

vehicle’s ventilation system, keep

the air inlet grille in front of the

windshield clear of snow, leaves or

other obstructions at all times.

• Keep the exhaust tailpipe area clear

of snow and other material to help

reduce the buildup of exhaust

gases under the vehicle. This is

particularly important when parked

in blizzard conditions.

• Have the exhaust system inspected

periodically for damage and leaks.

Any damage or leaks should be

repaired immediately.

EXAMPLE

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NOTE:

It is normal for water to drip from the air

conditioning system after use.

4) Make sure the hood is fully closed and

latched.

5) Check the headlights, turn signal lights,

brake lights and horn for proper opera-

tion.

6) Adjust the seat and head restraint.

7) Check the brake pedal and the parking

brake lever.

8) Adjust the mirrors.

9) Make sure that you and all passengers

have properly fastened your seat belts.

10)Make sure that all warning lights come

on as the ignition switch is turned to the

“ON” position or the engine switch is

pressed to change the ignition mode to

“ON”.

11)Check all gauges.

12)Make sure that the BRAKE SYSTEM

WARNING light turns off when the park-

ing brake is released.

Once a week, or each time you fill your fuel

tank, perform the following under-hood

checks:

1) Engine oil level

2) Coolant level

3) Brake fluid level

4) Battery solution level

5) Windshield washer fluid level

6) Hood latch operation

Pull the hood release handle inside the

vehicle. Make sure that you cannot

open the hood all the way without

releasing the secondary latch. Be sure

to close the hood securely after check-

ing for proper latch operation. See the

item “All latches, hinges and locks” of

“CHASSIS AND BODY” in the “Periodic

Maintenance Schedule” in the

“INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE”

section for lubrication schedule.

Once a month, or each time you fill your

fuel tank, check the tire pressure using a

tire pressure gauge. Also check the tire

pressure of the spare tire.

Engine Oil Consumption

It is normal for the engine to consume

some engine oil during normal vehicle

operation.

The amount of engine oil consumed

depends on the viscosity of the oil, the

quality of the oil and the conditions the

vehicle is driven under.

More oil is consumed during high-speed

driving and when there is frequent acceler-

ation and deceleration. Under high loads,

your engine also will consume more oil.

A new engine also consumes more oil,

since its pistons, piston rings and cylinder

walls have not yet become conditioned.

New engines reach the normal level of oil

consumption only after approximately

5000 km driving.

Oil consumption:

Max. 1.0 L per 1000 km

When judging the amount of oil consump-

tion, note that the oil may become diluted

and make it difficult to accurately judge the

true oil level.

As an example, if a vehicle is used for

repeated short trips, and consumes a nor-

mal amount of oil, the dipstick may not

show any drop in the oil level at all, even

after 1000 km or more of driving. This is

because the oil is gradually becoming

diluted with fuel or moisture, making it

appear that the oil level has not changed.

WARNING

Make sure the hood is fully closed

and latched before driving. If it is not,

it can fly up unexpectedly during

driving, obstructing your view and

resulting in an accident.

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You should also be aware that the diluting

ingredients evaporate out when the vehicle

is subsequently driven at high speeds,

such as on an expressway, making it

appear that oil is excessively consumed

after high-speed driving.

Ignition Switch

(Vehicle without Keyless

Push Start System)

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The ignition switch has the following four

positions:

LOCK

This is the normal parking position. It is the

only position in which the key can be

removed.

Manual transaxle

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• Manual transaxle vehicles

You must push in the key to turn it to the

“LOCK” position. It locks the ignition, and

prevents normal use of the steering

wheel after the key is removed.

• CVT vehicles

The gearshift lever must be in the “P”

(Park) position to turn the key to the

“LOCK” position. It locks the ignition and

prevents normal use of the steering

wheel and gearshift lever.

WARNING

To avoid possible injury, do not oper-

ate controls by reaching through the

steering wheel.

EXAMPLE

Turn to “LOCK”

Push

EXAMPLE

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To release the steering lock, insert the key

and turn it clockwise to one of the other

positions. If you have trouble turning the

key to unlock the steering, try turning the

steering wheel slightly to the right or left

while turning the key.

ACC

Accessories such as the radio can oper-

ate, but the engine is off.

This is the normal operating position. All

electrical systems are on.

START

This is the position for starting the engine

using the starter motor. The key should be

released from this position as soon as the

engine starts.

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.

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WARNING

• Never return the ignition switch to

the “LOCK” position and remove

the ignition key while the vehicle is

moving. The steering wheel will

lock and you will not be able to

steer the vehicle.

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EXAMPLE

WARNING

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• Always return the ignition switch to

the “LOCK” position and remove

the ignition key when leaving the

vehicle even if only for a short time.

Also do not leave children alone in

a parked vehicle. Unattended chil-

dren could cause accidental move-

ment of the vehicle or could tamper

with power windows. They also

could suffer from heat stroke in

warm or hot weather. These could

result in severe injury or even

death.

NOTICE

• Do not use the starter motor for

more than 12 seconds at a time. If

the engine does not start, wait 15

seconds before trying again. If the

engine does not start after several

attempts, check the fuel and igni-

tion systems or consult your autho-

rised Maruti Suzuki workshop.

• Do not leave the ignition switch in

the “ON” position if the engine is

not running as the battery will dis-

charge.

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Engine Switch

(Vehicle with Keyless Push

Start System)

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LOCK (OFF)

This mode is for parking the vehicle. When

this mode is selected by pressing the

engine switch and then any door (including

the tailgate) is opened or closed, the steer-

ing will be locked automatically.

ACC

Press the engine switch to select this igni-

tion mode to use such electric equipment

as the audio system, outside rearview mir-

rors and accessory socket with the engine

off. When this position is selected, the

information display in the instrument clus-

ter shows the following message: “ACC”

IGNITION SWITCH POSITION. Refer to

“Information Display” in the “BEFORE

DRIVING” section for details.

• With the engine off

You can use such electric equipment as

the power windows and wipers with the

engine off. When this ignition mode is

selected by pressing the engine switch,

the information display in the instrument

cluster shows the following message:

“ON” IGNITION SWITCH POSITION.

• With the engine on

All electric equipment is operational. The

vehicle can be driven when you have

selected this ignition mode by pressing

the engine switch.

START

Provided you have the keyless push start

system remote controller with you, the

engine automatically starts when you

press the engine switch to select this igni-

tion mode after shifting to “N” (Neutral) and

depressing the brake and clutch pedals.

NOTE:

You do not need to keep the engine switch

pressed to start the engine.

NOTE:

In the presence of strong radio signals or

noise, you may not be able to change the

ignition mode to “ACC” or “ON” or to start

the engine using the engine switch. In this

case, the information display on the instru-

ment cluster will show the following mes-

sage: KEY FOB NOT DETECTED.

Unreleased Steering Lock Warning

If the steering lock remains engaged when

you press the engine switch to change the

ignition mode to “ON”, the information dis-

play in the instrument cluster shows the

message: “TRN. STEERING WHEEL TO

RELEASE LOCK”. Refer to “Information

Display” in the “BEFORE DRIVING” sec-

tion for details.

NOTE:

The steering lock may not be released if

some load is acting on the steering wheel.

If this happens, turn the steering wheel to

the right or left to relieve it from the load

before you press the engine switch again

to change to the desired ignition mode.

EXAMPLE

NOTICE

Do not leave the engine switch in the

“ACC” or “ON” mode when the

engine is not running. Avoid using

the radio or other electric accesso-

ries for a long time when the engine

switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” mode

when the engine is not running, oth-

erwise the battery may discharge.

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Keyless Push Start System

(if equipped)

Provided the keyless push start system

remote controller is within the “interior

workable area” (refer to the related expla-

nation in this section), you can use the

engine switch for starting the engine and

selecting an ignition mode (“ACC” or

“ON”). In addition, the following functions

can be used:

• Keyless entry function. Refer to “Keyless

Push Start System Remote Controller” in

the “BEFORE DRIVING” section for

details.

• Locking and unlocking doors (including

the tailgate) using a request switch.

Refer to “Keyless Push Start System

Remote Controller” in the “BEFORE

DRIVING” section for details.

• Immobilizer (anti-theft) function. Refer to

“Immobilizer System” in the “BEFORE

DRIVING” section for details.

Engine Switch Illumination

The engine switch is illuminated (lit) in the

following situations:

• When the engine is off and the driver’s

door is open, or for 15 seconds after the

driver’s door is closed. The illumination

will fade out after 15 seconds pass.

• When the engine is off and the position

lights are on. The illumination will go out

when the position lights are turned off.

• When the engine is on and the position

lights and/or the headlights are on. The

illumination will go out when the position

lights and/or the headlights are turned

off.

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NOTE:

To save the battery, the illumination will be

automatically turned off when both of the

following conditions are simultaneously

met:

• The headlights and position lights are

turned off.

• A period of 15 minutes has elapsed after

opening the driver’s door.

Selection of Ignition Modes

Press the engine switch to select the

“ACC” or “ON” mode as follows when you

use an electric accessory or check the

operation of instruments without running

the engine.

1) Bring the keyless push start system

remote controller with you and sit in the

driver’s seat.

2) Without depressing the clutch pedal,

press the engine switch (1).

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Every time you press the engine switch,

the ignition mode changes as follows.

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EXAMPLE

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EXAMPLE

(OFF)

(Audio equipment)

)

(

Audio e

ment

)

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NOTE:

When selecting the ignition modes, the

information display in the instrument clus-

tershows certain messages. Refer to

“Information Display” in the “BEFORE

DRIVING” section for details.

If the master warning indicator light

blinks and the ignition modes cannot

be selected

Your keyless push start system remote con-

troller may not be sensed as being within the

“interior workable area” (refer to the related

explanation in this section). Try again after

making sure you have the remote controller

with you. If the ignition modes still cannot be

selected, the battery of the remote controller

may be discharged. To be able to select an

ignition mode, you must then use the follow-

ing method:

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1) Without depressing the brake pedal

and the clutch pedal, push the engine

switch (1).

2) Within about 10 seconds during which

the master warning indicator light in the

instrument cluster is blinking and the

“PLACE KEY FOB ON START

SWITCH” message appears on the

information display, touch the engine

switch with the “LOCK” button end of

the remote controller (2) for about 2

seconds. Then you should be able to

select ignition modes.

NOTE:

• If you still cannot select the ignition

modes, there may be some problem with

the keyless push start system. Contact

an authorised Maruti Suzuki workshop

for an inspection of the system.

• The immobilizer/keyless push start sys-

tem warning light will come on for about

5 seconds while the master warning indi-

cator light is blinking in addition, the

information display in the instrument

cluster will show a message during this

time. Refer to “Information Display” in

the “BEFORE DRIVING” section for

details.

• You may customize the system to cause

the interior buzzer to sound once for the

“remote controller out of sensing range”

warning. To incorporate this customiza-

tion, please contact an authorised Maruti

Suzuki workshop.

• If the battery of the remote controller is

about to become completely discharged,

the corresponding message will appear on

the information display when you press

the engine switch to change the ignition

mode to “ON”. Refer to “Information Dis-

play” in the “BEFORE DRIVING” section

for details. For details on replacing the bat-

tery, refer to the “Keyless Push Start Sys-

tem Remote Controller” in the “BEFORE

DRIVING” section.

“Remote Controller Outside” Warn-

ing

When either of the conditions described

below is met, the system issues a “remote

controller outside” warning by sounding the

interior and exterior buzzers.At the same

time the immobilizer/keyless push start

system warning light comes on and the

master warning indicator light blinks.

• Any door is opened and then closed

while the remote controller is not inside

the vehicle and the engine is running or

the ignition mode has been changed to

“ACC” or “ON” by pressing the engine

switch.

• The remote controller is not inside the

vehicle when you attempt to start the

engine after changing the ignition mode

to “ACC” or “ON” by pressing the engine

switch.

(1)

(2)

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68PH02305

(1) Immobilizer/keyless push start sys-

tem warning light (blinks)

(2) Master warning indicator light (blinks)

NOTE:

• If the warning is given, locate the remote

controller as soon as possible.

• Any attempt to start the engine will fail

while the warning is active. The mes-

sage appearing on the information dis-

play in the instrument cluster will also

indicate this condition. Refer to “Informa-

tion Display” in the “BEFORE DRIVING”

section for details.

• Normally the immobilizer/keyless push

start system warning light should go out

and the master warning indicator light

should stop blinking shortly after the

remote controller is brought back inside

the vehicle. If they remain lit and blink-

ing, change the ignition mode to “LOCK”

(OFF) by pressing the engine switch and

then perform the engine starting opera-

tion Refer to “Starting the Engine” in this

section.

• Always keep the remote controller with

you as the driver.

Interior Workable Area for Engine

Starting, Ignition Mode Selection

and “Remote Controller Outside”

Warning

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(1) Interior workable area

The “interior workable area” for these func-

tions is defined as all the interior spaces

except for the space above the instrument

panel.

NOTE:

• Even when the remote controller is in the

“interior workable area”, if it is in any of

the following conditions, you may not be

able to start the engine or select the igni-

tion modes, and the “remote controller

outside” warning may be given.

–The remote controller’s battery is low.

–The remote controller is affected by

strong radio signals or noise.

–The remote controller is in contact with

or covered by a metallic object.

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(2)

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EXAMPLE

(1)

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–The remote controller is in stowage like

the glove box or a door pocket.

–The remote controller is in the sun visor

pocket or on the floor.

• Even when the remote controller is out-

side the “interior workable area”, if it is in

any of the following conditions, you may

be able to start the engine or select the

ignition mode. The “remote controller

outside” warning may not be given at

that time.

–The remote controller is outside the

vehicle but very close to a door.

–The remote controller is on the instru-

ment panel.

Parking Brake Lever

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(1) To set

(2) To release

(3) To release

The parking brake lever is located between

the seats. To set the parking brake, hold

the brake pedal down and pull the parking

brake lever all the way up. To release the

parking brake, hold the brake pedal down,

pull up slightly on the parking brake lever,

push the button on the end of the lever

with your thumb, and lower the lever to its

original position.

For CVT vehicles, always set the parking

brake before moving the gearshift lever to

the “P” (Park) position. If you park on an

incline and shift into “P” before setting the

parking brake, the weight of the vehicle

may make it difficult to shift out of “P” when

you are ready to drive the vehicle.

When preparing to drive the vehicle, move

the gearshift lever out of the “P” position

before releasing the parking brake.

(1)

(2)

(3)

EXAMPLE

WARNING

• Never drive your vehicle with the

parking brake on: rear brake effec-

tiveness can be reduced from over-

heating, brake life may be

shortened, or permanent brake

damage may result.

• If the parking brake does not hold

the vehicle securely or does not

fully release, have your vehicle

inspected immediately by autho-

rised Maruti Suzuki workshop.

WARNING

Always set the parking brake fully

before leaving your vehicle or it may

move, causing injury or damage.

When parking, make sure the gear-

shift lever for manual transaxle vehi-

cles is in reverse or first gear and the

gearshift lever for CVT vehicles is in

“P” (Park). Remember, even though

the transaxle is in gear or in Park,

you must set the parking brake fully.

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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. Make sure that the parking

brake is fully released and the brake sys-

tem warning light turns off.

Pedal

Manual transaxle

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CVT

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Clutch Pedal (1)

(For manual transaxle)

The clutch pedal is used to disengage the

drive to the wheels when starting the

engine, stopping, or shifting the gearshift

lever. Depressing the pedal disengages

the clutch.

Brake Pedal (2)

Your vehicle is equipped with front disc

brakes and rear drum brakes. Depressing

the brake pedal applies both sets of

brakes.

You may hear occasional brake squeal

when you apply the brakes. This is a nor-

mal condition caused by environmental

factors such as cold, wet, snow, etc.

Accelerator Pedal (3)

This pedal controls the speed of the

engine. Depressing the accelerator pedal

increases power output and speed.

WARNING

When parking the vehicle in

extremely cold weather, the following

procedure should be used:

1) Set the parking brake.

2) Manual transaxle - turn off the

engine, then shift into reverse or

first gear.

CVT - shift into “P” (Park) and turn

off the engine.

3) Get out of the vehicle and put

chocks under the wheels.

4) Release the parking brake.

When you return to your vehicle,

you must remember to first set the

parking brake, then remove the

wheel chocks.

WARNING

Do not drive with your foot resting on

the clutch pedal. It could result in

excessive clutch wear, clutch dam-

age, or unexpected loss of engine

braking.

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EXAMPLE

WARNING

If brake squeal is excessive and

occurs each time the brakes are

applied, you should have the brakes

checked by your authorised Maruti

Suzuki workshop.

WARNING

Do not “ride” the brakes by applying

them continuously or resting your

foot on the pedal. This will result in

overheating of the brakes which

could cause unpredictable braking

action, longer stopping distances, or

permanent brake damage.

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Starting the Engine

(Vehicle without Keyless

Push Start System)

Before Starting the Engine

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1) Make sure the parking brake is set fully.

2) Manual transaxle – Shift into “N” (Neu-

tral) and depress the clutch pedal all

the way to the floor. Hold the clutch

pedal while starting the engine.

CVT – If the gearshift lever is not in “P”

(Park) position, shift into “P” (Park). (If

you need to re-start the engine while

the vehicle is moving, shift into “N”.)

NOTE:

CVT vehicles have a starter interlock

device which is designed to keep the

starter from operating if the transaxle is in

any of the drive positions.

NOTE:

The engine of manual transaxle vehicle will

not start unless the clutch pedal is

depressed.

Starting a Cold and Warm Engine

(For Petrol Engine Model)

With your foot off the accelerator pedal,

crank the engine by turning the ignition key

to “START”. Release the key when the

engine starts.

If the engine does not start after 12 sec-

onds of cranking, wait about 15 seconds,

then press down the accelerator pedal to

1/3 of its travel and try cranking the engine

again. Release the key and accelerator

pedal when the engine starts.

If the engine still does not start, try holding

the accelerator pedal all the way down to

the floor while cranking. This should clear

the engine if it is flooded.

(For Diesel Engine Model)

Cold engine

Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” posi-

tion and wait until the glow plug indicator

goes out if it comes on. Crank the engine

by turning the ignition key to “START”.

Release the key when the engine starts.

Warm engine

Crank the engine by turning the ignition

key to “START”. Release the key when the

engine starts.

EXAMPLE

WARNING

Make sure that the parking brake is

set fully and the transaxle is in Neu-

tral (or Park for vehicles with CVT)

before attempting to start the engine.

NOTICE

• Stop turning the starter immedi-

ately after the engine has started or

the starter system can be damaged.

• Do not crank the engine for more

than 12 seconds at a time. If the

engine doesn’t start on the first try,

wait about 15 seconds before try-

ing again.

NOTICE

• Stop turning the starter immedi-

ately after the engine has started or

the starter system can be damaged.

• Do not crank the engine for more

than 30 seconds at a time. If the

engine doesn’t start on the first try,

wait about 15 seconds before try-

ing again.

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Caution when stopping the engine with

turbocharger

When stopping the engine after climbing or

high speed driving, let the engine idle for

about one minute or more (if it is not pro-

hibited) to cool down the turbocharger and

engine oil. This is to prevent the engine oil

from over-deteriorating. Deteriorated

engine oil will damage the bearings of the

turbocharger.

Restarting diesel engine after fuel-

empty stop

If the engine stops and the low fuel warn-

ing light and the malfunction indicator light

come on, use the following procedure:

1) Fill the fuel tank.

2) Hold the ignition key in “ON” position for

5-10 seconds to feed fuel.

3) Perform above engine starting proce-

dure to start the engine.

If the malfunction indicator light still comes

on after the engine started, there may be

some problem with the engine. Ask your

authorised Maruti Suzuki workshop to

have the engine inspected.

NOTE:

The engine of manual transaxle vehicle will

not start unless the clutch pedal is

depressed.

Starting the Engine

(Vehicle with Keyless Push

Start System)

Before Starting the Engine

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1) Make sure the parking brake is set fully.

2) Shift to “N” (Neutral) and fully depress

the clutch pedal. Hold the clutch and

brake pedals fully depressed.

NOTE:

The engine of manual transaxle vehicle will

not start unless the clutch pedal is

depressed.

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3) The “PUSH START SWITCH” message

will appear on the information display in

the instrument cluster. Push the engine

switch (1). When the engine is started,

the starter motor will automatically stop.

NOTE:

• You do not need to keep the engine

switch pressed to start the engine.

• The engine of a manual transaxle vehi-

cle will not start unless the clutch pedal

is depressed.

• During the engine starting procedure,

messages

on the information display will

EXAMPLE

(1)

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)

EXAMPLE

WARNING

Make sure that the parking brake is

set fully and the transaxle is in “N”

(Neutral) before attempting to start

the engine.

NOTICE

• Do not depress the accelerator

during the engine starting proce-

dure.

• If the engine does not respond

when you try to start it with the

engine switch or if the engine

switch repeats cycling through the

“LOCK”(OFF) - “ACC” - “ON”

mode, the vehicle battery may be

discharged. Check the voltage of

the vehicle battery before trying

again.

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help you. Refer to “Information Display”

in the “BEFORE DRIVING” section for

details.

• You should turn off such loads as the

headlights and air conditioning system to

facilitate starting of the engine.

• Even if you fail to start the engine, the

starter motor will stop turning automati-

cally after a short time. After the starter

motor has stopped or if there is some

problem with the system, the starter

motor will rotate only while the engine

switch is being pressed.

Stopping the engine

• Depress the engine switch to stop the

engine after the vehicle stopped com-

pletely.

• In case of emergency, you can stop the

engine by quickly pushing the engine

switch more than 3 times, or pushing

and holding the engine switch more than

2 seconds while the vehicle in motion.

NOTE:

Except in emergency, do not stop the

engine while the vehicle is in motion.

The steering and braking operation will

require more efforts when the engine is

stopped.

Refer to “Braking” in this section.

• If the vehicle is stopped & stays as it is

for while after the engine was stopped

unexpectedly or was raced before stop-

ping, a clicking sound may be heard

from around the engine when the engine

is restarted. This is not a malfunction. In

such cases, always let the engine idle

before stopping it.

Starting a Cold and Warm Engine

(For Petrol Engine Model)

With your foot off the accelerator pedal,

crank the engine by pressing the engine

switch to change the ignition mode to

“START”.

After pressing the engine switch to change

the ignition mode to “START”, the starter

cranks the engine for about 12 seconds

before it can start the engine. If the engine

fails to start at the first attempt, wait about

15 seconds, then try again while keeping

the engine switch pressed while pressing

down the accelerator pedal to 1/3 of its

travel. Release the accelerator pedal when

the engine starts.

If the engine still does not start, try holding

the accelerator pedal all the way to the

floor while cranking. This should clear the

engine if it is flooded.

If you are unable to start the engine using

this procedure, consult your authorised

Maruti Suzuki workshop.

(For Diesel Engine Model)

Cold engine

Depress the clutch and brake pedals fully

and press the engine switch to crank the

engine. If the glow plug indicator light

comes on, the engine will start automati-

cally after the glow plug indicator light goes

off or 10 seconds pass.

Warm engine

Crank the engine by pressing the engine

switch to change the ignition mode to

“START”.

Caution when stopping the engine with

turbocharger

When stopping the engine after climbing or

high speed driving, let the engine idle for

about one minute or more (if it is not pro-

hibited) to cool down the turbocharger and

engine oil. This is to prevent the engine oil

from over-deteriorating. Deteriorated

engine oil will damage the bearings of the

turbocharger.

NOTICE

Do not crank the engine for more

than 12 seconds at a time.

If the engine doesn’t start on the first

try, wait about 15 seconds before try-

ing again.

NOTICE

Do not crank the engine for more

than 30 seconds at a time.

If the engine doesn’t start on the first

try, wait about 15 seconds before try-

ing again.

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Restarting diesel engine after fuel-

empty stop

If the engine stops and the low fuel warn-

ing light and the malfunction indicator light

come on, use the following procedure:

1) Fill the fuel tank.

2) Press the engine switch to change the

ignition mode to “ON” for 5-10 seconds

to feed fuel.

3) Perform above engine starting proce-

dure to start the engine.

If the malfunction indicator light still comes

on after the engine started, there may be

some problem with the engine. Ask your

authorised Maruti Suzuki workshop to

have the engine inspected.

If the master warning indicator light

blinks and the engine cannot be started

Your keyless push start system remote

controller may not be sensed as being

within the “interior workable area”. Try

again after making sure that you have the

remote controller with you. If the engine

still cannot be started, the battery of the

remote controller may be discharged. You

must then use the following method to be

able to start the engine.

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1) Make sure the parking brake is set fully.

2) Shift to “N” (Neutral) and fully depress

the clutch pedal. Hold the clutch and

brake pedals fully depressed.

3) The “PUSH START SWITCH” message

will appear on the information display in

the instrument cluster. Press the engine

switch (1).

4) Within about 10 seconds of blinking of

the master warning indicator light in the

instrument cluster, touch the engine

switch with the “LOCK” button end of

the remote controller (2) for about 2

you should be able to

select ignition modes & start the

engine.

NOTE:

• If you still cannot start the engine after

several attempts using the above

method, there may be a problem else-

where, such as a low battery. Contact

your authorised Maruti Suzuki workshop

for inspection.

• The immobilizer/keyless push start sys-

tem warning light will come on for about

5 seconds while the master warning indi-

cator light is blinking. In addition, the

information display will show a certain

message during this time. Refer to

“Information Display” in the “BEFORE

DRIVING” section for details.

• You may customize the system to cause

the interior buzzer to sound once for the

“remote controller out of sensing range”

warning. Please contact an authorised

Maruti Suzuki workshop for the customi-

zation.

• If the battery of the remote controller is

about to be completely discharged, a

message warning will appear on the

information display when the ignition

mode is changed to “ON” by pressing

the engine switch. For details on replac-

ing the battery, refer to the “Keyless

Push Start System Remote Controller” in

the “BEFORE DRIVING” section.

Returning the ignition mode to

“LOCK” (OFF)

NOTE:

Certain problems like a fault in engine sys-

tem may prevent the engine switch from

going back to the “LOCK” (OFF) mode. If

this happens, have the vehicle inspected

by an authorised Maruti Suzuki workshop

after doing the following:

• Lock the doors using the key to prevent

theft. (The request switches and the key-

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less push start system remote controller

cannot be used to lock them.)

• Disconnect the negative cable from the

battery to prevent discharge.

“LOCK” (OFF) mode reminder buzzer

If the driver’s door is opened without

returning the ignition mode to “LOCK”

(OFF) by pressing the engine switch, a

buzzer sounds to warn you of this state.

• If you open the driver’s door after press-

ing the engine switch to change the igni-

tion mode to “ACC”, the interior buzzer

beeps intermittently.

• The buzzer will stop sounding if you then

push the engine switch twice, thus bring-

ing it back the ignition mode to “LOCK”

(OFF).

NOTE:

Whenever you leave the vehicle, make

sure you have returned the ignition mode

to “LOCK” (OFF) using the engine switch

and then lock the doors. Without returning

the ignition mode to “LOCK” (OFF), you

cannot use a request switch or keyless

push start system remote controller to lock

the doors.

Steering lock warning buzzer

If the steering lock fails to engage due to a

fault in the system when the ignition mode

is turned to “LOCK” (OFF) by pressing the

engine switch and then any door (including

the tailgate) is opened or closed, the inte-

rior buzzer will warn you of this condition

with repeated short beeps. If this happens,

have the vehicle inspected by an autho-

rised Maruti Suzuki workshop.

Using the Transaxle

Manual Transaxle

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Starting off

To start off, depress the clutch pedal all the

way to the floor and shift into 1st gear.

After releasing the parking brake, gradually

release the clutch. When you hear a

change in the engine’s sound, slowly press

the accelerator while continuing to gradu-

ally release the clutch.

Shifting

All forward gears are synchronized, which

provides for quiet, and easy shifting.

Always depress the clutch pedal all the

way to the floor before shifting gears. Keep

the engine speed to a value so that it does

not rise into the red zone of the tachome-

ter.

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Downshifting maximum allowable

speeds

For Petrol Engine

For Diesel engine

*NOTE:

You may not accelerate to the maximum

allowable speed because of the driving sit-

uation and/or the vehicle condition.

Continuously Variable Transaxle

(CVT)

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(1) S (sport) mode switch

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(2) Sport mode indicator

S (sport) mode switch

The sport mode switch (1) is used to turn

on and off the sport mode.

To turn on the sport mode, push in the

switch and sport mode indicator (2) will

appear on the information display. To turn

off the sport mode, push in the switch

again and sport mode indicator will go off.

Downshifting km/h (mph)

2nd to 1st 45 (28)

3rd to 2nd 85 (53)

4th to 3rd 130 (81)

5th to 4th 175 (109)*

Downshifting km/h (mph)

2nd to 1st 40 (25)

3rd to 2nd 70 (44)

4th to 3rd 115 (72)

5th to 4th 165 (103)*

NOTICE

When downshifting to a lower gear,

make sure not to downshift at the

speed faster than the maximum

allowable speeds for the next lower

speed, or severe engine damage can

result.

WARNING

• Reduce your speed and downshift

to a lower gear before going down

a long or steep hill. A lower gear

will allow the engine to provide

braking. Avoid riding the brakes or

they may overheat, resulting in

brake failure.

• When driving on slippery roads, be

sure to slow down before down-

shifting. Excessive and/or sudden

changes in engine speed may

cause loss of traction, which could

cause you to lose control.

NOTICE

Make sure that the vehicle is com-

pletely stationary before you shift

into reverse.

NOTICE

• To help avoid clutch damage, do

not use the clutch pedal as a foot-

rest while driving or use the clutch

to keep the vehicle stationary on a

slope. Depress the clutch fully

when shifting.

• When shifting or starting off, do not

race the engine. Racing the engine

can shorten engine life and cause

negative effect to smooth shifting.

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When the engine restarts, the sport mode

is turned to the off automatically.

The sport mode is suitable for the following

driving conditions:

• Driving on hilly, winding roads

– You can drive more smoothly with less

frequent gear changing

• Going down a steep hill

– Some engine braking is provided

Gearshift lever

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(1) Knob button

The gearshift lever is designed so that it

cannot be shifted out of the “P” position

unless the ignition switch is in the “ON”

position and the brake pedal is depressed.

The gearshift lever has a lock mechanism

to help prevent accidental shifting. To shift

the gearshift lever:

NOTE:

• Always shift the gearshift lever without

pushing in the knob button (1) except

when you shift from “P” to “R”, from “D”

to “L”, from “N” to “R” or from “R” to “P”. If

you always push in the knob button (1)

when shifting the gearshift lever, you

could shift into “P”, “R” or “L” by mistake.

• If driver’s or passenger’s knee hits the

gearshift lever while driving, the lever

could move and the gear could be

changed unexpectedly.

Use the gearshift lever positions as

described below:

P (Park)

Use this position to lock the transaxle

when the vehicle is parked or when start-

ing the engine. Shift into Park only when

the vehicle is completely stationary.

R (Reverse)

Use this position to reverse the vehicle

from stop. Make sure that vehicle is com-

pletely stationary before shifting into

Reverse.

N (Neutral)

Use this position for starting the engine if

the engine stalls and you need to restart it

while the vehicle is moving. You may also

shift into Neutral and depress the brake

pedal to hold the vehicle stationary during

idling.

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WARNING

Always depress the brake pedal

before shifting from “P” (Park) (or

“N” (Neutral) if the vehicle is station-

ary) to a forward or reverse gear, to

help prevent the vehicle from moving

unexpectedly when you shift.

Shift with the knob button (1)

pushed in and the brake pedal

depressed.

Shift with the knob button (1)

pushed in.

Shift without the knob button (1)

pushed in.

NOTICE

Do not shift the gearshift lever into

“R” while moving forward, or the

transaxle may be damaged. If you

shift into “R” when the vehicle speed

is over 10 km/h (6 mph), the transaxle

will not shift into reverse.

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D (Drive)

Use this position for all normal driving.

With the gearshift lever in “D” range you

can get an automatic downshift by pressing

the accelerator pedal. The higher the vehi-

cle speed is, the more you need to press

the accelerator pedal to get a downshift.

L (Low)

Use this position to provide maximum

power when climbing steep hills or driving

through deep snow or mud, or to provide

maximum engine braking when going

down steep hills.

NOTE:

If you move the gearshift lever to a lower

gear while driving faster than the maximum

allowable speed for the lower gear, the

transaxle will not actually downshift until

your speed drops below the maximum

speed for the lower gear.

If You Cannot Shift CVT Gearshift

Lever Out of “P” (Park)

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Vehicles with a CVT have an electrically

operated park-lock feature. If the vehicle’s

battery is discharged, or there is some

other electrical failure, the CVT cannot be

shifted out of Park in the normal way. Jump

starting may correct the condition. If not,

follow the procedure described below. This

procedure will permit shifting the transaxle

out of Park.

1) Be sure the parking brake is firmly

applied.

2) If the engine is running, stop the

engine.

3) Make sure the key is in the “ON” or

“ACC” position.

4) With the release button (1) pushed,

push the knob button (2) and shift the

gearshift lever to the desired position.

This procedure is for emergency use only.

If repeated use of this procedure is neces-

sary, or the procedure does not work as

described, take the vehicle to your autho-

rised Maruti Suzuki workshop for repair.

NOTICE

Be sure to take the following precau-

tions to help avoid damage to the

CVT:

• Make sure that the vehicle is com-

pletely stationary before shifting

into “P” or “R”.

• Do not shift from “P” or “N” to “R”,

“D”, or “L” when the engine is run-

ning above idle speed.

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NOTICE

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• Do not rev the engine with the tran-

saxle in a drive position (“R”, “D”,

or “L”) and the front wheels not

moving.

• Do not use the accelerator to hold

the vehicle on a hill. Use the vehi-

cle’s brakes.

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Gearshift Indicator

(if equipped)

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In the following cases, the gearshift indica-

tor is indicated on the information display

when the ignition switch is in the “ON”

position or the ignition mode is “ON”.

When the gearshift lever is in a position

other than “N” (Neutral).

The electronic control system monitors

driving condition (such as vehicle speed

and/or engine revolution), and it shows

which gear position is optimal for your driv-

ing with the indication on the display.

If UP/DOWN arrow and the gear position

other than currently selected are indicated

on the display while driving, we recom-

mend you to shift up or down the gear to

indicated position. It is the optimal gear

position for a driving condition that reduces

the over revolution and stress to the

engine, and improves fuel consumption.

For details on how to use the transaxle,

refer to “Using the Transaxle” in this sec-

tion.

NOTE:

• The gearshift indicator is not indicated

when the gear position is in “N” (Neu-

tral).

• If you depress the clutch pedal while UP/

DOWN arrow is indicated, the indication

will disappear.

• If you release your foot from the acceler-

ator pedal while UP arrow is indicated,

the indication will display the currently

selected gear position.

• The indication of gearshift indicator tim-

ing may differ depending on the vehicle

condition and/or driving situation even in

the same vehicle speed and engine rev-

olution.

EXAMPLE

WARNING

The gearshift indicator is designed to

indicate optimal gear position for

your driving, however, a driver will

not be relieved from the duty of care

of driving operation or gear change

with this indicator.

To drive safe, do not gaze the gear-

shift indicator, pay attention to your

driving situation and shift up or down

if necessary.

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Example of the gearshift indicator

Indication Description

Lower gear position is selected for the vehicle speed and/or

engine revolution. Changing to a higher gear position is recom-

mended.

• In this case, shifting up to 4th gear position is recommended.

Currently selected gear position is indicated.

• In this case, your vehicle is running in 3rd gear position.

Higher gear position is selected for the vehicle speed and/or

engine revolution. Changing to a lower gear position is recom-

mended.

• In this case, shifting down to 4th gear position is recom-

mended.

Parking Sensors

(if equipped)

Information display symbol

(if equipped)

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(1) Symbol representing an obstacle

detected by parking sensor*

* This symbol shows that an obstacle

is located on the right rear of vehi-

cle.

• The parking sensor system uses ultra-

sonic sensors to detect obstacles near

the rear bumper. If obstacles are sensed

while you are parking or moving the

vehicle slowly, the system warns you by

sounding a buzzer and displaying sym-

bols representing the obstacles on the

information display in the instrument

cluster (if equipped).

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• The system emits an ultrasonic wave

and the relevant sensor detects the

return of the wave reflected by an obsta-

cle. The system measures the time

taken by the ultrasonic wave to reach the

obstacle and return from it, from which it

determines the obstacle’s position.

• The parking sensor function can be used

when the ignition switch is turned to the

“ON” or the engine switch is pressed to

change the ignition mode to “ON”, the

gearshift lever is in the “R” position and

the parking sensor switch is in the “ON”

position. This function is helpful in the

following cases: pulling over to the curb;

parallel-parking the vehicle; steering the

vehicle into a garage; driving along an

alley; and moving slowly in a place with

obstacles.

Sensor Locations

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(1) Rear center sensors (2 places)

(2) Rear corner sensors (2 places)

WARNING

• The parking sensor warns you of

obstacles with buzzers and by

showing you the location of the

obstacles on the information dis-

play (if equipped). However, you

must still pay full attention yourself

while driving.

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WARNING

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• The sensors can detect obstacles

only within a limited area and only

when the vehicle is moving within a

limited speed range. So, in tricky

areas, you must move the vehicle

slowly while checking around it

using your direct vision or rearview

mirrors. There is increased risk of

an accident if you control the vehi-

cle relying only on the parking sen-

sor.

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NOTICE

• Avoid hitting the sensor areas or

directing the nozzle of a high-pres-

sure car washer onto the sensor

areas. Otherwise, the sensors may

be damaged.

• If the bumper hits a hard object, the

sensors on it may not work prop-

erly. If this occurs, have the sen-

sors inspected by an authorised

Maruti Suzuki workshop.

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Working sensors

The sensors that work depends on the position of the gearshift lever as follows:

Gearshift lever position

Manual transaxle CVT

R N, 1st – 5th R N, D or L

Rear sensors

Center On Off On Off

Corner On Off On Off

Approximate areas where obstacles can

be detected

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• An obstacle within about 20 cm (8 in)

from a sensor or just below a sensor is

not detectable.

• The sensors can detect an obstacle up

to about 1.5 m (5 ft) from the rear of

vehicle.

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NOTE:

• Thin poles or obstacles lower than the

sensors may become undetectable as

the vehicle moves closer to them even if

they have been detected from longer

distances.

• The system may calculate the distance

to a road sign or similar obstacle to be

shorter than the actual distance.

How to Use the Parking Sensor

Parking sensor switch

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(1) Parking sensor switch

(2) Indicator

WARNING

• Under the following conditions, the

parking sensor system may not

work normally because the sensors

cannot detect obstacles correctly.

– Sensors are covered with mud,

ice or other materials. (Such

materials must be removed for

normal operation.)

– Sensors are wet from water

splashes or heavy rain.

– Sensors are covered by a hand,

sticker, accessory, etc.

– There is an accessory or other

object attached within the sen-

sor’s sensing area.

– Items such as tow hooks, com-

mercially available corner poles,

radio antenna, etc. are installed

on the bumper.

– The height of the bumper is

changed due to alteration to the

suspension or other causes.

– The sensor areas are extremely

hot from direct sunlight or cold

due to freezing weather.

– The vehicle is on a rough sur-

face, slope, gravel road or grass

field.

– The vehicle is at a steep angle.

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WARNING

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– Sensors have intercepted ultra-

sonic noise from another vehi-

cle’s horn, engine, air braking

system (large vehicles), or park-

ing sensor.

– Obstacles are too close to the

sensors.

– Sensors are at an angle to a

highly reflective object such as

glass. (Ultrasonic waves are not

reflected back from the obstacle.)

• Sensors may not be able to cor-

rectly detect the following types of

obstacles:

– Objects made of a thin material

like wire netting and ropes

– Square-shaped curbstones or

other objects with sharp edges

– Tall objects with a large upper

part like a road sign

– Low-profile objects such as curb-

stones

– Sound-absorbing objects such

as cotton and snow

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• Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position or press the engine switch to change the

ignition mode to “ON” with the parking sensor switch in the “ON” position.

• Push the switch again and it stays in; this is the OFF position. The indicator in the

switch goes out and the parking sensor is deactivated.

NOTE:

• If you push the parking sensor switch from the “OFF” to “ON” position when the ignition

switch is turned to “ON” position or the engine switch is pressed to change the ignition

mode to “ON”, the inside buzzer sounds.

• When the gearshift lever is shifted to the “R” (Reverse) position with the system ON, a

buzzer will sound once.

Switch position State

EXAMPLE

• When the indicator light is on and all necessary conditions are

met, system becomes ready for operation.

EXAMPLE

OFF

• The system does not operate. Push the switch to turn off the

indicator if you do not wish to use the parking sensor.

Obstacle Indication by Parking Sen-

sor

Information display symbol

(if equipped)

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(1) Obstacle detected by rear center sensors

(2) Obstacle detected by rear corner sensors

Upon detecting an obstacle, the parking

sensor causes an interior buzzer to sound

and a symbol representing the obstacle

appears on the information display in the

instrument cluster (if equipped).

• A different symbol is displayed depend-

ing on the direction and distance of the

obstacle. (if equipped)

• A buzzer located behind the rear seat

sounds when a sensor at the rear

detects an obstacle.

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• Warnings when obstacles are detected by corner sensors

• Warnings when obstacles are detected by center sensors

NOTE:

• Symbols are displayed with a short delay after the detection of obstacles.

• If the system detects multiple obstacles simultaneously, the display shows all of their

positions using the corresponding symbols. However, the buzzers will sound only for

the nearest obstacles.

Distance (approx.) Buzzer

Symbol

(if equipped)

45 – 60 cm

(18 – 24 in.)

Short beeps at short intervals Three lines

35 – 45 cm

(14 – 18 in.)

Short beeps at very short intervals Two lines

Less than 35 cm

(14 in.)

Continuous beep One line

Distance (approx.) Buzzer

Symbol

(if equipped)

60 – 150 cm

(24 – 59 in.)

Short beeps at long intervals

Three lines

45 – 60 cm

(18 – 24 in.)

Short beeps at short intervals

35 – 45 cm

(14 – 18 in.)

Short beeps at very short intervals Two lines

Less than 35 cm

(14 in.)

Continuous beep One line

Set Sensors (if equipped)

You can select either the normal or trailer

mode of the parking sensor via the infor-

mation display. Refer to “Information dis-

play” in “BEFORE DRIVING” section.

Normal mode

All sensors operate. Use this mode under

normal conditions.

Trailer mode

The rear corner and rear center sensors

are inhibited from operating. Use this

mode when towing a trailer.

NOTICE

Check that the normal mode is

selected with the parking sensor

when steering the vehicle into a

garage. If the parking sensor is left in

the trailer mode, the rear corner and

rear center sensors are not function-

ing.

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Warning and Indicator Messages

Vehicle without the information display symbol

If there is a problem or warning regarding the parking sensor system, a buzzer and the

status of the indicator on the parking sensor switch inform it. Follow its instruction.

• The buzzer sounds intermittently. The indicated sensor is contaminated. Wipe it clean

with a soft cloth. If the buzzer does not stop after wiping, there may be problem with the

parking sensor system. Have your vehicle inspected by an authorised Maruti Suzuki

workshop.

• The indicator does not come on when the parking sensor switch is pressed. The indica-

tor goes off while operating. There may be a problem with the parking sensor system,

Have your vehicle inspected by an authorised Maruti Suzuki workshop.

Vehicle with the information display symbol

If there is a problem or warning regarding the parking sensor system, a message is dis-

played on the information display in the instrument cluster, and a symbol blinks and the

buzzer sounds. If a message is displayed, follow its instruction.

Message Symbol Buzzer Probable cause and remedy

Two blinking

lines in a sensor

location.

Series of

double beeps

There may be a problem with the

parking sensor system.

Have your vehicle inspected by an

authorised Maruti Suzuki work-

shop.

One blinking line

in a sensor loca-

tion.

Series of sin-

gle beeps

The indicated sensor is contami-

nated.

Wipe it clean with a soft cloth.

Rearview Camera

(if equipped)

When the gearshift lever is shifted to the

“R” position while the ignition mode is

“ON”, the rearview camera system auto-

matically shows the view behind the vehi-

cle on the display.

WARNING

The distance viewed in the rearview

camera may differ from the actual

distance according to the condition

of road or the load the vehicle is car-

rying. Since the camera display area

is also limited, backing up by only

looking at the display may cause an

accident or a collision with an object.

The rearview camera cannot replace

the driver’s attention. The driver

alone is responsible for parking and

similar driving maneuvers.

• Use the rearview camera only to

provide driving assistance.

• Always drive carefully confirming

the safety of the rear and the sur-

rounding conditions by looking

directly with your eyes and using

the rear view mirror.

• Make sure that the tailgate is

securely closed when backing up.

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Rearview Camera Location

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(1) Rearview camera

The rearview camera is installed beside

the license plate light.

NOTE:

If body wax does get on the camera lens,

wipe off the wax with a clean cloth damp-

ened with mild detergent diluted with

water, then wipe with a dry cloth.

How to Use Rearview Camera

1) Press the engine switch to change the

ignition mode to “ON”.

2) Shift the gearshift lever in the “R” posi-

tion.

• The display automatically shows the

view behind the vehicle.

• When the gearshift lever is shifted

from “R” to another gearshift lever

position, the display returns to the

previous display.

NOTE:

The rearview camera display has first pri-

ority in any display mode. However, the

rearview camera display does not show

the rear view while the system is initializ-

ing.

Display Range of Rearview Camera

The rearview camera display shows the

area behind the rear end of the tailgate.

The display cannot show objects which are

close to the bumper or under the bumper.

The rearview camera display cannot show

obstacles which are higher than the cam-

era. Upper parts of tall objects such as

road signs cannot be viewed on the dis-

play.

NOTICE

If you use the rearview camera for a

long time when the ignition mode is

“ON”, but the engine is not running,

the battery may discharge.

Do not leave the ignition mode “ON”

for a long time when the engine is not

running.

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EXAMPLE

NOTICE

The rearview camera is a precision

instrument. If you strike the camera,

it may be broken and cause damage

resulting in a catching fire or a mal-

function.

• Do not strike the camera.

• Do not remove snow or mud on the

camera lens with a stick.

NOTICE

If water enters the rearview camera, it

may cause a malfunction or catching

fire.

Do not use high pressure water

around the camera.

NOTICE

This lens is hard coated to prevent

damage or discoloration. Damage or

discoloration of lens may obscure

the image.

• Do not use a brush to clean lens.

• Do not use alcohol, benzene or

thinner to clean the lens.

• Do not use wax on the camera lens.

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Example of display range of rearview

camera

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(1) Display range

NOTE:

• Images shown on the display from the

rearview camera are reversed images

(mirror images).

• The colors of objects on the rearview

camera may differ from the actual object

colors.

• The rearview camera display may be dif-

ficult to see under the following condi-

tions, but this is not a system

malfunction.

– In dark areas, on a rainy day or at

night.

– When the temperature around the lens

is too high/low, or the camera is wet

such as on a rainy day or during peri-

ods of high humidity (dew condensa-

tion may occur on the camera lens).

– When a foreign object such as mud or

a drop of water is stuck around the

camera lens.

– When strong light directly enters the

camera (vertical lines may be seen on

the display).

– Under fluorescent light. (The display

may flicker.)

– When the outside temperature is low

(the image on the display may be

darkened).

Example of rearview camera screen

indication

The distance viewed in the rearview

camerdiffer from the actual distance

according to the condition of the road or

the load the vehicle is carrying.

Uphill incline behind the vehicle

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(1) Object

(2) Actual distance

(3) Distance on the display

When there is an uphill incline behind the

vehicle, the object shown on the display

appears farther away than the actual dis-

tance.

Downhill incline behind the vehicle

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(1) Object

(2) Actual distance

(3) Distance on the display

When there is a downhill incline behind the

vehicle, the object shown on the display

appears closer than the actual distance.

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EXAMPLE

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EXAMPLE

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EXAMPLE

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(2)

EXAMPLE

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If the rear view from the rearview cam-

era is not shown or there is a poor

image

• If the rear view from the rearview camera

is not shown.

– Check to make sure that the ignition

mode is “ON”.

– Check to make sure that the gearshift

lever is shifted to the “R” position.

• If the image from the rearview camera is

poor.

– Check to make sure that the camera

lens is not dirty.

– Check to make sure that light from the

sun or the beam of the headlights from

the vehicle behind is not shining

directly into the lens.

If the rearview camera system is still not

working properly after checking the above,

have the system inspected by an autho-

rised Maruti Suzuki workshop as soon as

possible.

Braking

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The distance needed to bring any vehicle

to a halt increases with the speed of the

vehicle. The braking distance needed, for

example, at 60 km/h (37 mph) will be

approximately 4 times greater than the

braking distance needed at 30 km/h (19

mph). Start to brake the vehicle when there

is plenty of distance between your vehicle

and the stopping point, and slow down

gradually.

Power-Assisted Brakes

Your vehicle has power-assisted brakes. If

power assistance is lost due to a stalled

engine or other failures, the system is still

fully operational on reserve power and you

can bring the vehicle to a complete stop by

pressing the brake pedal once and holding

it down. The reserve power is partly used

up when you depress the brake pedal and

reduces each time the pedal is pressed.

Apply smooth and even pressure to the

pedal. Do not pump the pedal.

EXAMPLE

WARNING

If water gets into the brake devices,

brake performance may become poor

and unpredictable. After driving

through water or washing the under-

side of the vehicle, test the brakes

while driving at a slow speed to see if

they have maintained their normal

effectiveness. If the brakes are less

effective than normal, dry them by

repeatedly applying the brakes while

driving slowly until the brakes have

regained their normal effectiveness.

WARNING

Even without reserve power in the

brake system, you can still stop the

vehicle by pressing the brake pedal

harder than normally required. How-

ever, the stopping distance may be

longer.

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Brake Assist System

When you slam the brakes on, the brake

assist system judges as an emergency

stop and provides more powerful braking

for a driver who cannot hold down the

brake pedal firmly.

NOTE:

If you quickly and forcefully depress the

brakes, you may hear a clicking sound in

the brake pedal. This is normal and indi-

cates that the brake assist system is acti-

vated properly.

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

ABS will help you avoid skidding by elec-

tronically controlling braking pressure. It

will also help you maintain steering control

when braking on slippery surfaces or when

braking hard.

The ABS works automatically, so you do

not need any special braking technique.

Just push the brake pedal down without

pumping. The ABS will operate whenever

it senses that the wheels are locking up.

You may feel the brake pedal moves a little

while the ABS is operating.

NOTE:

The ABS will not work if vehicle speed is

under about 9 km/h.

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(1) ABS warning light

(2) Brake system warning light

WARNING

• On some types of loose surfaces

(such as gravel, snow-covered

roads, etc.) the stopping distance

required for an ABS-equipped vehi-

cle may be slightly greater than for

a comparable vehicle with a con-

ventional brake system. With a con-

ventional brake system, skidding

tires are able to “plow” the gravel

or snow layer, shortening the stop-

ping distance. ABS minimizes this

resistance effect. Allow for extra

stopping distance when driving on

loose surfaces.

• On regular paved roads, some driv-

ers may be able to obtain slightly

shorter stopping distances with

conventional brake systems than

with ABS.

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WARNING

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• In both of the above conditions,

ABS will still offer the advantage of

helping you maintain directional

control. However, remember that

ABS will not compensate for bad

road or weather conditions or poor

driver judgment. Use good judg-

ment and do not drive faster than

conditions will safely allow.

(1)

(2)

EXAMPLE

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How the ABS Works

A computer continuously monitors wheel

speed. The computer compares the

changes in wheel speed when braking. If

the wheels slow suddenly, indicating a

skidding situation, the computer will

change braking pressure several times

each second to prevent the wheels from

locking. When you start your vehicle or

when you accelerate after a hard stop, you

may hear a momentary motor or clicking

noise as the system resets or checks itself.

WARNING

• If the ABS warning light (1) on the

instrument panel comes on and

stays on while driving, there may

be a problem with the ABS system.

Ask your authorised Maruti Suzuki

workshop to inspect the ABS sys-

tem immediately. If the ABS system

becomes inoperative, the brake

system will function as an ordinary

brake system that has no ABS.

• If the ABS warning light (1) and the

Brake system warning light (2) on

the instrument panel simultane-

ously stays on or comes on when

driving, both anti-lock function and

rear brake force control function

(proportioning valve function) of

the ABS system may have failed. If

so, the rear wheels may easily skid

or the vehicle can even spin in the

worst case when braking on a slip-

pery road or when hard braking

even on a dry paved road. Ask your

authorised Maruti Suzuki workshop

to inspect the ABS system immedi-

ately. Drive carefully, avoiding hard

braking as much as possible.

WARNING

The ABS may not work properly if

tires or wheels other than those

specified in the owner’s manual are

used. This is because the ABS works

by comparing changes in wheel

speed. When replacing tires or

wheels, use only the size and type

specified in this owner’s manual.

Operating Your Vehicle for Your Suzuki Baleno 4 Door Second Generation (2015-2021)

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