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Engine Coolant

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Selection of Coolant

To maintain optimum performance and

durability of your engine, use SUZUKI

Genuine Coolant or equivalent.

NOTE:

If you replace the engine coolant other

than the SUZUKI LLC: Super (Blue), follow

the schedule of SUZUKI LLC: Standard

(Green). To see the detail of the mainte-

nance schedule, refer to “Periodic Mainte-

nance Schedule” in this section.

This type of coolant is best for your cooling

system as it:

• Helps maintain proper engine tempera-

ture.

• Gives proper protection against freezing

and boiling.

• Gives proper protection against corro-

sion and rust.

Failure to use the proper coolant can dam-

age your cooling system. Your authorized

SUZUKI dealer can help you select the

proper coolant.

CAUTION

Oil leaks from around the oil filter or

drain plug indicate incorrect installa-

tion or gasket damage. If you find any

leaks or are not sure that the filter

has been properly tightened, have

the vehicle inspected by your SUZUKI

dealer.

EXAMPLE

FULL

LOW

CAUTION

SUZUKI LLC: Super (Blue) coolant;

SUZUKI LLC: Super (Blue) coolant is

already diluted to the proper percent-

age. Do not dilute with distilled water

additionally. Doing so may result in

the possibility of freezing coolant

and/or overheating.

Gear Oil: 6, 10

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Engine Coolant Level Check

Check the engine coolant level at the

reserve tank, not at the radiator. With the

engine cool, the engine coolant level

should be between the “FULL” and “LOW”

marks.

Adding Engine Coolant

If the engine coolant level is below the

“LOW” mark, more engine coolant should

be added. Remove the reserve tank cap

and add engine coolant until the reserve

tank level reaches the “FULL” mark. Never

fill the reserve tank above the “FULL” mark.

CAUTION

To avoid damaging your cooling sys-

tem:

• Always use a high quality ethylene

glycol base phosphate type coolant

diluted with distilled water at the

correct mixture concentration.

• Make sure that the proper mix is 50/

50 coolant to distilled water and in

no case higher than 70/30. Concen-

trations greater than 70/30 coolant

to distilled water will cause over-

heating conditions.

• Do not use straight coolant nor

plain water (except SUZUKI LLC:

Super (Blue)).

• Do not add extra inhibitors or addi-

tives. They may not be compatible

with your cooling system.

• Do not mix different types of base

coolants. Doing so may result in

accelerated seal wear and/or the

possibility of severe overheating

and extensive engine/automatic

transmission damage.

CAUTION

• The mixture you use should con-

tain 50% concentration of anti-

freeze.

• If the lowest ambient temperature

in your area is expected to be –35

°C (–31°F) or below, use higher

concentrations up to 60% following

the instructions on the antifreeze

container.

• When putting the cap on the

reserve tank, line up the arrow on

the cap and the arrow on the tank.

Failure to follow this can result in

coolant leakage.

WARNING

Engine coolant is harmful or fatal if

swallowed or inhaled. Do not drink

antifreeze or coolant solution. If swal-

lowed, do not induce vomiting. Imme-

diately contact a poison control

center or a physician. Avoid inhaling

mist or hot vapors; if inhaled, remove

to fresh air. If coolant gets in eyes,

flush eyes with water and seek medi-

cal attention. Wash thoroughly after

handling. Solution can be poisonous

to animals. Keep out of the reach of

children and animals.

Gear Oil: 6, 10

Automatic Transmission Fluid: 10

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Engine Coolant Replacement

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1) When the engine is cool, remove the

radiator cap by turning it slowly to the

left until a “stop” is felt. Do not press

down while turning the cap. Wait until

any pressure is released, then press

down on the cap and continue turning it

to the left.

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2) Remove the reservoir by lifting it up,

and drain the reservoir completely.

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3) Loosen the drain plug attached to the

lower part of the radiator and drain the

engine coolant into a suitable container.

4) Reinstall the reservoir and fill it with

engine coolant to the “FULL” line.

5) Tighten the drain plug on the radiator,

fill the radiator with engine coolant and

install the radiator cap.

6) After filling, let the engine idle for about

2 – 3 minutes to get rid of air in the

cooling system. Then, stop the engine.

7) Check the engine coolant level in the

radiator again. If the level has gone

down, add more engine coolant.

Open

WARNING

It is hazardous to remove the radiator

cap when the engine coolant temper-

ature is high, because scalding fluid

and steam may be blown out under

pressure. Wait until the engine cool-

ant temperature has lowered before

removing the cap.

CAUTION

The engine coolant must be replaced

with the vehicle on level ground.

EXAMPLE

Automatic Transmission Fluid: 10

Engine Coolant: 1, 2

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