Get Operating Your Vehicle Guide for Suzuki S Cross SUV First Generation (2006-2012)

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

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

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

Ignition Switch ..................................................................... 3-2

Parking Brake Lever ........................................................... 3-6

Pedals ................................................................................... 3-7

Starting the Engine ............................................................. 3-8

Engine Block Heater (if equipped) ..................................... 3-9

Using the Transaxle ............................................................ 3-10

Using the 2WD/i-AWD (intelligent All Wheel Drive)

Switch (if equipped) ............................................................ 3-16

Cruise Control (if equipped) ............................................... 3-18

Braking ................................................................................. 3-20

Electronic Stability Program (ESP

) (if equipped) ........... 3-23

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ........................ 3-26

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Exhaust Gas Warning

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Daily Inspection Checklist

Before Driving

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, oil leaks.

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) Lock all doors.

7) Adjust the seat and adjustable head

restraints (if equipped).

8) Check the brake pedal.

9) Adjust the mirrors.

10)Make sure that you and all passengers

have properly fastened your seat belts.

11)Make sure that all warning lights come

on as the key is turned to the “ON” posi-

tion.

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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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.

Ignition Switch: 8

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12)Check all gauges.

13)Make sure that the BRAKE light turns

off when the parking 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) Power steering (if equipped) fluid 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” section 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.

Ignition Switch

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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.

WARNING

To avoid possible injury, do not oper-

ate controls by reaching through the

steering wheel.

Ignition Switch: 8

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Vehicle Without Keyless 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.

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

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.

Push

Turn to “LOCK”

Lighting/Turn Signal Control Lever: 8

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Vehicle With Keyless Start System

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The ignition switch can be operated with-

out using an ignition key when the remote

controller is in an area of the vehicle other

than the rear luggage area. To turn the

ignition switch, first push in the switch.

• Manual transaxle vehicle

You must push in the ignition switch to

turn it from the “LOCK” position to the

“ACC” position. To return to the “LOCK”

position from the “ACC” position, turn the

ignition switch counterclockwise while

pushing in the switch.

•CVT vehicle

To turn the ignition switch, push the

switch.

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If the keyless start system blue indicator

light illuminates on the instrument cluster,

you can turn the ignition switch. If the red

indicator light illuminates, you cannot turn

the ignition switch.

NOTE:

• The ignition switch can be turned to the

“ACC” position when the keyless start

system blue indicator light illuminates.

The blue indicator light will illuminate for

several seconds when you push in the

ignition switch and then will turn off to

protect the system. In this case, you

must release the ignition switch and

push it in again to illuminate the blue

indicator light.

• If the keyless start system red indicator

light illuminates, the remote controller

may not be in the vehicle or the battery

of the remote controller may be unreli-

able.

NOTE:

• If the battery of the remote controller

runs down or there are strong radio

waves or noise, the operating range may

be narrower or the remote controller may

be inoperative.

• If the remote controller is too close to the

door glass, it may not operate.

• The ignition switch may not turn when

the remote controller is on the instru-

ment panel, in the glove box, in a stor-

age compartment, in the sun visor or on

the floor.

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(2)

(3)

(4)

EXAMPLE

CAUTION

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.

Lighting/Turn Signal Control Lever: 8

Windshield Wiper and Washer Lever: 8

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If you leave any of the doors open with the

ignition switch in the “ACC” position for a

while (and no key inserted), the engine

may not start when you turn the ignition

switch to “START”. If the engine does not

start, close all doors completely or turn the

ignition switch back to the “LOCK” position,

then start the engine.

The ignition switch has the following four

positions:

LOCK (1)

This is the normal parking position. It is the

only position in which the key can be

removed. It locks the ignition, and prevents

normal use of the steering wheel.

For vehicles with a CVT, the gearshift lever

must be in the “P” (Park) position to turn

the key to the “LOCK” position.

To release the steering lock, turn the igni-

tion switch clockwise to one of the other

positions. If you have trouble turning the

ignition switch to unlock the steering, try

turning the steering wheel slightly to the

right or left while turning the switch.

• Manual transaxle vehicle

You must push in the ignition switch to

turn it from the “LOCK” position to the

“ACC” position. To return to the “LOCK”

position from the “ACC” position, turn the

ignition switch counterclockwise while

pushing in the switch.

•CVT vehicle

To turn the ignition switch, push the

switch.

ACC (2)

Accessories such as the radio can oper-

ate, but the engine is off.

ON (3)

This is the normal operating position. All

electrical systems are on.

START (4)

This is the position for starting the engine

using the starter motor. The switch should

be released from this position as soon as

the engine starts.

Ignition switch reminder

(When using the keyless start system)

A buzzer sounds intermittently to remind

you to return the ignition switch to the

“LOCK” position if it is in the “ACC” position

when the driver’s door is opened.

You can also turn the ignition switch by

inserting the ignition key into the slot.

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The ignition switch cap (1) is installed to

make the ignition switch turn easily.

If you use the ignition key to turn the igni-

tion switch, remove the cap (1) by pinching

both side of the cap and pull it out.

NOTE:

If you remove the cap, be careful not to

lose it.

Ignition key reminder

(When using the ignition key)

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.

(1)

Windshield Wiper and Washer Lever: 8

Rear Window Wiper/Washer Switch: 8

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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 origi-

nal position.

WARNING

• For manual transaxle vehicles,

never remove the ignition key while

the vehicle is moving. The steering

wheel will lock and you will not be

able to steer the vehicle.

• Always remove the ignition key

when leaving the vehicle even if

only for a short time. Also do not

leave children or pets alone in a

parked vehicle. Unattended chil-

dren could cause accidental move-

ment of the vehicle or could tamper

with power windows. Children or

pets could suffer from heatstroke

in warm or hot weather, which

could result in severe injury or

even death.

CAUTION

• Do not turn the starter motor for

more than 15 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

SUZUKI dealer.

• Do not leave the ignition switch in

the “ON” position if the engine is

not running or the battery will dis-

charge.

Rear Window Wiper/Washer Switch: 8

Tilt Steering Lock Lever: 6

Cruise Control: 7, 8

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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 you set 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.

Pedals

Manual transaxle

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CVT

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WARNING

• Never drive your vehicle with the

parking brake set: 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 an autho-

rized SUZUKI dealer.

WARNING

Always set the parking brake fully

before leaving your vehicle or it may

roll, causing injury or damage. When

parking, make sure the gearshift

lever for manual transaxle vehicles is

in 1st gear or “R” (Reverse) 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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EXAMPLE

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EXAMPLE

Cruise Control: 7, 8

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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 SUZUKI vehicle is equipped with

either front and rear disc brakes or 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.

Starting the Engine

Before Starting the Engine

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”. (If you

need to re-start the engine while the

vehicle is moving, shift into “N”.)

NOTE:

The engine of manual transaxle vehicle will

not start unless the clutch pedal is

depressed.

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.

CAUTION

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.

WARNING

If brake squeal is excessive and

occurs each time the brakes are

applied, you should have the brakes

checked by your SUZUKI dealer.

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.

WARNING

Make sure that the parking brake is

set fully and the transaxle is in Neu-

tral (or Park for vehicles with a CVT)

before attempting to start the engine.

Cruise Control: 7, 8

Remote Audio Controls:

Horn: 6

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Starting a Cold Engine

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 15 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 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 SUZUKI

dealer.

Starting a Warm Engine

Use the same procedure as for “Starting a

Cold Engine”.

Engine Block Heater

(if equipped)

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The engine block heater will help you start

the engine more easily in very cold

weather (–18°C (0°F) or below). To use the

engine block heater:

1) Turn off the engine.

2) Open the engine hood.

3) Untie the block heater cord and remove

the block heater plug cap. When the

engine block heater is not in use,

ensure the heater cord is secured to

prevent contact with any moving parts.

4) Using a heavy-duty, three-prong

grounded extension cord, plug the

female end into the block heater socket

and the male end into a normal,

grounded 110-volt AC outlet.

NOTE:

Activate the heater at least four hours

before you start the engine. However, as

the heating time varies depending on the

ambient temperature and other factors,

adjust the time by observing the engine

cranking condition.

After using the block heater:

1) Unplug the extension cord and reinstall

the plug cap.

2) Tie the block heater cord back to its

original position.

CAUTION

• Stop turning the starter immedi-

ately after the engine has started or

the starter system can be dam-

aged.

• Do not crank the engine for more

than 15 seconds at a time. If the

engine doesn’t start on the first try,

wait about 15 seconds before try-

ing again.

EXAMPLE

WARNING

To avoid serious personal injury

caused by electrical shock or fire:

• Do not plug the cord into a non-

grounded outlet. Only use a prop-

erly grounded three-prong 110-volt

AC outlet.

• Do not use a 2-wire (non-grounded)

extension cord.

• Only use a heavy-duty, three-prong

extension cord rated for at least 15

amps.

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3) Close the engine hood securely before

starting the engine.

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 does not rise into the red

zone of the tachometer.

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Reverse gear: with lifting up ring, shift the

gearshift lever to the right, engage gear.

CAUTION

Secure the block heater cord back to

its original position or to the routed

position. A loose cord could get

caught in the engine accessory drive

belt(s) or other moving parts.

EXAMPLE

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Continuously Variable Transaxle

(CVT)

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Gearshift lever

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WARNING

• Reduce your speed and downshift

to a lower gear before going down

a long or steep hill. Downshifting

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. Large and sudden

changes in engine speed may

cause loss of traction, which could

cause you to lose control.

• Make sure that the vehicle is com-

pletely stopped before you shift

into reverse.

CAUTION

• 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 affect

smooth shifting.

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.

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The gearshift lever has a lock mechanism

to help prevent accidental shifting. To shift

the gearshift lever:

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NOTE:

• Always shift the gearshift lever without

pushing in the lock button (1) except

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

to “R” or from “R” to “P”. If you always

push in the lock button (1) when shifting

the gearshift lever, you could shift into

“P” or “R” 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.

Shift with the lock button (1)

pushed in and the brake pedal

depressed.

Shift with the lock button (1)

pushed in.

Shift without the lock button (1)

pushed in.

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CAUTION

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 6mph (10km/h), 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 press-

ing the accelerator pedal. The higher the

vehicle speed is, the more you need to

press the accelerator pedal to get a down-

shift.

M (manual mode)

Use this position for driving in the manual

mode.

Refer to “Manual mode” later in this section

for details on how to use the manual mode.

Manual mode

The CVT can shift gears automatically.

When using the manual mode, you can

shift gears in the same manner as conven-

tional manual transaxle.

To use the manual mode, shift the gearshift

lever from “D” to “M”.

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(1) Manual mode indicator

(2) Gear position

The information display shows the manual

mode indicator (1) and the current gear

position (2).

NOTE:

• The indicated gear position on the infor-

mation display when you shift from “D” to

“M” is the gear position that was selected

automatically when the gearshift lever

was in “D”.

• You can change to the manual mode

temporarily by pulling the shift paddle (if

equipped) on the steering wheel toward

you when the gearshift lever is in “D”.

Shifting in the manual mode

You can shift gears from 1st to 6th depend-

ing on driving speed.

NOTE:

• When the engine is revved, the gear is

shifted up automatically to prevent dam-

age to the engine and the transaxle. If

the CVT fluid becomes hot such as

when driving on up hill, the engine speed

at which shifting occurs may be lower

than usual.

• When the driving speed becomes slow,

the gear shifts down automatically, and

when the vehicle stops, the gear position

will be in 1st gear without shifting the

gearshift lever.

• If you depress the accelerator pedal a

certain amount, the gear shifts down

automatically even if the gearshift lever

is in the manual mode.

CAUTION

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 “M” when the engine is run-

ning above idle speed.

• Do not rev the engine with the tran-

saxle in a drive position (“R”, “D”

or “M”) 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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EXAMPLE

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NOTE:

When you shift gears, the gear may not

shift to the desired position. This is to

maintain good drivability and to protect the

transaxle.

Using the gearshift lever

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(1) “+” side (shift up)

(2) “–” side (shift down)

To shift up, pull the gearshift lever to the “+”

side (rearward). When you remove your

hand from the gearshift lever, the lever will

return to the “M” position automatically.

To shift down, push the gearshift lever to

the “–” side (forward). When you remove

your hand from the gearshift lever, the

lever will return to the “M” position auto-

matically.

NOTE:

To shift gears continuously, remove your

hand from the gearshift lever, then shift the

lever again. You cannot shift gears continu-

ously while holding the lever in the “+” or

“–” position.

Using the shift paddle (if equipped)

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To shift up, pull the “+” side shift paddle,

located on right side of the steering wheel,

toward you. When you remove your finger

from the switch, the switch will return to the

original position.

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To shift down, pull the “–” side shift paddle,

located on left side of the steering wheel,

toward you. When you remove your finger

from the switch, the switch will return to the

original position.

NOTE:

• To shift gears continuously, remove your

finger from the shift paddle, then pull the

shift paddle again. You cannot shift

gears continuously while holding the

shift paddle toward you.

• When you pull the both “+” and “–” shift

paddle simultaneously, the gear may not

shift.

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Canceling the manual mode

To cancel the manual mode, shift the gear-

shift lever from “M” to “D”.

Temporary manual mode

Pull the shift paddle (if equipped) toward

you when driving with the gearshift lever in

the “D” position. The information display

shows the manual mode indicator (1) and

the current gear position (2).

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(1) Manual mode indicator

(2) Gear position

The temporary manual mode will be can-

celed automatically in the following situa-

tions.

• When you press and hold the accelera-

tor pedal for a certain period of time with-

out shifting gears.

• When driving speed becomes slow.

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 changing the tran-

saxle 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) Remove the cover (1) over the button.

5) With pushing the release button by the

key or the flat end rod, shift the gear-

shift 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 dealer

for repair.

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EXAMPLE

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Using the 2WD/i-AWD

(intelligent All Wheel Drive)

Switch (if equipped)

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This i-AWD system enables you to select

the driving mode according to the driving

conditions by operating the 2WD/i-AWD

switch. With this feature, you can select 3

mode positions, “2WD”, “i-AWD AUTO”

and “i-AWD LOCK” by operating the 2WD/

i-AWD switch even when the vehicle is

moving, provided the front wheels are in

the straight ahead position.

Description of 3 Mode 4 x 4 System

Positions

2WD

In this position, engine power is supplied to

the front axle only. Use this position for

normal driving (on dry, hard surfaces).

i-AWD AUTO

In this position, engine power is supplied to

the front and rear axles at normal speed,

providing greater traction than 2-wheel

drive. Use this position for driving on paved

roads or on slippery roads (icy, snow-cov-

ered, muddy, etc.).

In the AUTO mode, the i-AWD controller

judges the driving conditions using signals

from sensors.

When slipping of the front wheels is

detected, the electronically controlled cou-

pling supplies optimum driving force to the

rear wheels. This function improves driving

stability and running through performance

on rough roads and stabilizes driving per-

formance even on a snow covered up-hill

road or the like.

Also, during normal driving on paved

roads, torque distribution to the rear

wheels is reduced to achieve the nearly

front wheel drive condition, thereby fuel

consumption is improved.

i-AWD LOCK

In this position, engine power is supplied to

the front and rear axles at reduced speed.

Use this position when it is hard to start off

in the “i-AWD AUTO” mode such as in

mud, sand or on snow.

NOTE:

• Avoid operating your vehicle in the “i-

AWD LOCK” on wet pavement as much

as possible. Operating your vehicle in

the “i-AWD LOCK” on wet pavement

may cause severe damage to the drive

train.

• As the vehicle speed increases, the “i-

AWD LOCK” mode is automatically can-

celed and the “i-AWD AUTO” mode is

selected.

• When the ignition switch is turned to the

“OFF” position, the “i-AWD LOCK” mode

is canceled.

2WD/i-AWD Switch Operation

Operate the 2WD/i-AWD switch according

to the appropriate procedure described

below:

How to turn on 2WD/i-AWD switch

2WD/i-AWD switch will activate when the

ignition switch is turned on.

From 2WD to i-AWD AUTO

Turn the 2WD/i-AWD switch to the neutral

position, and the “i-AWD AUTO” indicator

will come on.

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From i-AWD AUTO to i-AWD LOCK

Push the “i-AWD LOCK” switch for a few

seconds until the “i-AWD LOCK” indicator

will come on.

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From i-AWD LOCK to i-AWD AUTO

Push the “i-AWD LOCK” switch, and the “i-

AWD AUTO” indicator will come on.

From i-AWD AUTO or LOCK to 2WD

Push the “2WD” switch, and the “i-AWD

AUTO” or “i-AWD LOCK” indicator will turn

off.

NOTE:

• The 2WD/i-AWD switch can be operated

when the vehicle is either stopped or

moving.

• Make sure that the front wheels are in

the straight ahead position when operat-

ing the 2WD/i-AWD switch.

• While making turns or accelerating and

decelerating, operating the 2WD/i-AWD

switch or turning off the key switch in the

“i-AWD AUTO” or “i-AWD LOCK” mode

may cause a shock, but this is not a sys-

tem malfunction.

• While driving in the “i-AWD LOCK”

mode, as the vehicle speed increases,

the driving mode changes to the “i-AWD

AUTO” mode automatically. Even when

the vehicle speed reduces, on the other

hand, the driving mode does not return

to the “i-AWD LOCK” mode automati-

cally. You should press the “i-AWD

LOCK” switch according to the driving

conditions.

• Any forcible operation while driving off-

road in the sand or water or when a

wheel has run off the road, the difference

of the revolution between front wheels

and rear wheels increases (wheels run

idle). If this state continues, the oil tem-

perature of the driving system parts

rises.

In such case, the “i-AWD AUTO” indica-

tor light blinks and the driving mode

changes to the 2WD mode to protect the

driving system parts.

When you operate your vehicle in the i-

AWD mode continuously, park the vehi-

cle at a safe place and run the engine

idle. After some time, the “i-AWD AUTO”

indicator light turns on again and the

driving mode returns to the “i-AWD

AUTO” mode.

CAUTION

• Never use the “i-AWD LOCK” mode

when driving on dry paved roads.

Avoid using the “i-AWD LOCK”

mode when driving on wet paved

roads as much as possible. Use of

the “i-AWD LOCK” mode in above

conditions will apply excessive

force to the driving system and

may cause a critical failure. Also,

the tires may wear faster and fuel

consumption may be affected

adversely.

• Note that i-AWD vehicles are not

all-around vehicles. Be sure to

observe following instructions

when driving your vehicle.

– Do not drive through water like

crossing a river.

– Do not drive continuously where

front wheels tend to race in

places such as sand and mud.

– When any wheel is in the air for

such reason as running off the

road, do not race it needlessly.

• If the “i-AWD AUTO” and the “i-

AWD LOCK” indicator lights stay

on and come on simultaneously

when driving, there may be some-

thing wrong the i-AWD system.

Have the system inspected by an

authorized SUZUKI dealer.

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Cruise Control (if equipped)

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The cruise control system allows you to

maintain a steady speed without keeping

your foot on the accelerator pedal. The

controls for operating the cruise control

system are on the steering wheel.

You can use the cruise control system with

the following conditions:

• For manual transaxle vehicle, the gear

position is in 4th, 5th or 6th.

• For CVT vehicle, the gearshift lever is in

“D” position, or the gear position is in

3rd, 4th, 5th or 6th in the manual mode.

• The vehicle speed is about 25 mph (40

km/h) or higher.

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(1) “CRUISE” switch

(2) “CANCEL” switch

(3) “SET/COAST” switch

(4) “RES/ACC” switch

CAUTION

Unevenly worn tires can cause prob-

lems in the operation of the 2WD/i-

AWD switch. Be sure to rotate the

tires according to the maintenance

schedule. Refer to “Tires” and “Main-

tenance Schedule” in the “INSPEC-

TION AND MAINTENANCE” section

for proper tire rotation procedures.

WARNING

To help avoid loss of vehicle control,

do not use the cruise control system

when driving in heavy traffic, on slip-

pery or winding roads, or on steep

downgrades.

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To Set Cruising Speed

1) Turn on the cruise control system by

pushing the “CRUISE” switch (1). When

the “CRUISE” indicator light comes on,

you can set cruising speed.

2) Accelerate or decelerate to the desired

speed.

3) Push the “SET/COAST” switch (3) and

turn on the “SET” indicator light. Take

your foot off the accelerator pedal and

the set speed will be maintained.

“CRUISE” indicator light

52D113

When you push the “CRUISE” switch, the

system is on and a “CRUISE” indicator

light on the instrument cluster will be on.

“SET” indicator light

65D474

When the vehicle’s speed is controlled by

the cruise control system, a “SET” indica-

tor light on the instrument cluster will be

on.

To Change Speed Temporarily

When the cruising speed is maintained,

you can temporarily accelerate or deceler-

ate.

To accelerate, depress the accelerator

pedal. When you take your foot off the

pedal, your vehicle will return to the set

speed.

To decelerate, depress the brake pedal.

The set speed will be canceled and “SET”

indicator light will go off.

To resume the previously set speed, push

the “RES/ACC” switch (4) and turn on the

“SET” indicator light again when vehicle

speed is above 25 mph (40 km/h). The

vehicle will accelerate to and maintain the

previously set speed.

NOTE:

For CVT vehicle, when the cruising speed

is maintained, you cannot decelerate by

using the engine brake if you downshift

from higher gear to 3rd in the manual

mode.

To decelerate while the cruise control is on,

depress the brake pedal or push the “SET/

COAST” switch (3).

WARNING

If the cruising speed is set by acci-

dent, you cannot decelerate or could

loose control of the vehicle. This

could lead to an accident, resulting in

severe injury or death.

Turn off the cruise control system

and make sure the “CRUISE” indica-

tor light is off when the system is not

in use.

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To Change Cruising Speed

Using the accelerator pedal

To reset at a faster cruising speed, acceler-

ate to the desired speed using the acceler-

ator pedal and push the “SET/COAST”

switch (3). The new speed will be main-

tained.

Using the brake pedal

To reset at a slower cruising speed, decel-

erate to the desired speed using the brake

pedal and push the “SET/COAST” switch

(3). The new speed will be maintained.

NOTE:

When the brake pedal is depressed, the

“SET” indicator light goes off until reset the

cruising speed.

Using the cruise control switch

To reset at a faster cruising speed, press

repeatedly or hold in the “RES/ACC”

switch (4). Vehicle speed will steadily

increase. When you release the switch, the

new speed will be maintained.

To reset at a slower cruising speed, press

repeatedly or hold in the “SET/COAST”

switch (3) until the vehicle has slowed to

the desired speed, then release the switch.

The new speed will be maintained.

NOTE:

You can adjust the set speed by approxi-

mately 1.0 mph (1.6 km/h) by pushing a

cruise control switch quickly.

Cancellation of the Cruise Control

The “SET” indicator light will go off and the

cruise control will be canceled temporarily

with following procedures:

• Push the “CANCEL” switch (2).

• Depress the brake pedal.

• For manual transaxle, depress the clutch

pedal.

• For CVT, downshift from 3rd to 2nd in the

manual mode.

• The vehicle speed falls more than about

20 percent from the set speed.

• Any time the vehicle speed falls below

25 mph (40 km/h).

• When the vehicle skids and ESP

(if

equipped) is activated.

To resume the previously set speed, push

the “RES/ACC” switch (4) and turn on the

“SET” indicator light. Besides, the vehicle

speed has to be above 25 mph (40 km/h)

when the vehicle is not in the above condi-

tions.

To turn off the cruise control system, push

the “CRUISE” switch (1) and make sure

the “CRUISE” indicator light is off.

Also, if the malfunction indicator light in the

instrument cluster comes on or blinks, the

cruise control system will be turned off.

NOTE:

If you turn off the cruise control system, the

previously set speed in the memory is

cleared. Reset your cruising speed again.

Braking

60G165

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.

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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.

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)

(if equipped)

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 pulsate while

the ABS is operating.

NOTE:

The ABS will not work if vehicle speed is

under about 6 km/h (4mph).

WARNING

If water gets into the brake drums,

brake performance may become poor

and unpredictable.

After driving through water or wash-

ing the underside 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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80J23-03E

65D451

(1) ABS warning light Type 1

(2) ABS warning light Type 2

(3) 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

conventional brake system, skid-

ding tires are able to “plow” the

gravel or snow layer, shortening

the stopping distance. ABS mini-

mizes 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.

• 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.

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(3)

WARNING

If the ABS warning light ((1) or (2)) on

the instrument panel comes on and

stays on while driving, there may be a

problem with the ABS system.

If this happens:

1) Pull off the road and stop care-

fully.

2) Turn the ignition switch to “LOCK”

and then start the engine again.

If the warning light comes on briefly

then turns off, the system is normal.

If the warning light still stays on,

have the system inspected by your

SUZUKI dealer immediately. If the

ABS system becomes inoperative,

the brake system will function as an

ordinary brake system that has no

ABS.

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80J23-03E

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.

Electronic Stability Program

(ESP

) (if equipped)

ESP

is a registered trademark of Daimler

AG.

The Electronic Stability Program (ESP

)

helps to control the vehicle during corner-

ing if front wheels or rear wheels skid. It

also assists you in maintaining traction

while accelerating on loose or slippery

road surfaces. It does this by regulating the

engine’s output, and by selectively apply-

ing the brakes. In addition, ESP

helps to

avoid skidding by controlling braking pres-

sure.

WARNING

If the ABS warning light ((1) or (2))

and the Brake system warning light

(3) on the instrument panel simulta-

neously stay on or come on when

driving, both anti-lock function and

rear brake force control function (pro-

portioning valve function) of the ABS

system may have failed. This could

cause the rear wheels to skid or the

vehicle to spin during braking on a

slippery road or hard braking on a

dry paved road. If both warning lights

come on, drive carefully, avoiding

hard braking as much as possible,

and ask your SUZUKI dealer to

inspect the ABS system immediately.

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.

WARNING

The ESP

cannot enhance the vehi-

cle’s driving stability in all situations

and does not control your vehicle’s

entire braking system. The ESP

can-

not prevent accidents, including

those resulting from excessive speed

in turns, or hydroplaning. Only a safe

and attentive driver can prevent acci-

dents. The capabilities of an ESP

equipped vehicle must never be used

as a substitute for careful driving.

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The ESP

has the following three systems:

Stability Control System

The vehicle stability control system helps

provide integrated control of systems such

as anti-lock brakes, traction control, engine

control, etc. This system automatically

controls the brakes and engine to help pre-

vent the vehicle from skidding when cor-

nering on a slippery road surface or when

turning the steering wheel abruptly.

Traction Control System

The traction control system automatically

helps prevent the spinning of wheels when

the vehicle is started or accelerated on

slippery road surfaces. The system oper-

ates only if it senses that some of the

wheels are spinning or beginning to lose

traction. When this happens, the system

operates the front or rear brakes and

reduces engine power to limit wheel spin.

NOTE:

You may hear a clicking sound in the

engine compartment for a few seconds

when you start the engine or just after the

vehicle begins to move. This means that

the above systems are in the self-check

mode. This sound does not indicate a mal-

function.

Anti-Lock Braking 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 automati-

cally, so you do not have to use any special

braking technique. Just push the brake

pedal down without pumping. The ABS will

operate whenever it senses that wheels

are locking up. You may feel the brake

pedal pulsate while the ABS is operating.

(For more information on ABS, see “Brak-

ing” in the “OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE”

section.)

NOTE:

If the ABS system is activated, you may

hear a clunking noise and/or feel pulsating

in the brake pedal. This is normal and indi-

cates that the brake fluid pressure is being

controlled properly.

WARNING

• The ESP

may not work properly if

tires or wheels other than those

specified in the Owner’s Manual are

used. When replacing tires or

wheels, use only the size and type

specified in this Owner’s Manual.

• The ESP

may not work properly if

tires are not inflated to the recom-

mended tire inflation pressure.

• The ESP

may not work properly if

tires are fitted with tire chains.

• The ESP

may not work properly if

the tires are excessively worn. Be

sure to replace tires when the tread

wear indicators in the grooves

appear on the tread surface.

• The ESP

is not a substitute for

winter tires or tire chains on a snow

covered road.

WARNING

• The ESP

may not work properly if

engine related parts such as the

muffler are not equivalent to stan-

dard equipment or are extremely

deteriorated.

• Do not modify the vehicle’s sus-

pension since the ESP

may not

operate correctly.

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The ESP

indicator lights are described

below:

SLIP Indicator Light

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When one of the ESP

systems other than

ABS is activated, the SLIP indicator light in

the instrument cluster blinks 5 times per

second.

NOTE:

When the SLIP indicator light comes on

and stays on while driving, indicating a

malfunction of the ESP

systems (other

than ABS), the brake system will function

as an ordinary ABS with no additional

ESP

functions.

NOTE:

When you disconnect and re-connect the

battery, ESP

system functions other than

ABS will be deactivated and the slip indica-

tor light will blink 1 time per second. In this

case, use the following procedure to re-

activate the ESP

systems:

1) Drive your vehicle straight ahead with-

out tire slippage at a speed until the slip

indicator is turned off. (Drive straight for

approximately 35 km/h (22 mph) or

more and 10 seconds or more.)

2) The slip indicator light will go out and

the ESP

systems (other than ABS) will

be re-activated.

It may take more than few seconds before

the slip indicator light goes out depending

on the road surface condition.

“ESP” Warning Light

66J031

When the ESP

systems (other than ABS)

have a system malfunction, the “ESP”

warning light in the instrument cluster

comes on.

NOTE:

When the “ESP” warning light comes on,

or stays on while driving, indicating a mal-

function of the ESP

systems (other than

ABS), the brake system will function as an

ordinary ABS that has no additional ESP

functions.

“ESP OFF” Indicator Light

66J032

You should turn the ESP

on during your

ordinary driving, so that you have the ben-

efits of all of the ESP

systems.

It may be required to turn the ESP

sys-

tems (other than ABS) off if your vehicle is

stuck in sand, mud, or snow, where wheel

spin is necessary.

CAUTION

If the SLIP indicator light comes on

and stays on while driving, there may

be a malfunction of the ESP

sys-

tems (other than ABS). You should

have the systems inspected by an

authorized SUZUKI dealer.

CAUTION

If the “ESP” warning light comes on,

or stays on while driving, there may

be a malfunction of the ESP

sys-

tems (other than ABS). You should

have the systems inspected by an

authorized SUZUKI dealer.

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“ESP OFF” switch

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When the “ESP OFF” switch located at the

center console is pushed and held to turn

off the ESP

systems (other than ABS),

the “ESP OFF” indicator light in the instru-

ment cluster comes on.

When you have turned the ESP

systems

(other than ABS) off, make sure to turn

them back on before resuming ordinary

driving.

When you push the “ESP OFF” switch

again, the “ESP OFF” indicator light will go

out and all of the ESP

systems will be

activated.

ABS Warning Light / Brake System

Warning Light

See “Braking” in the “OPERATING YOUR

VEHICLE” section.

Tire Pressure Monitoring

System (TPMS)

The tire pressure monitoring system is

designed to alert you when one or more of

the tires on your vehicle is significantly

under-inflated. A Tire Pressure Monitoring

System (TPMS) sensor containing a

unique identification code is mounted on

each wheel. The TPMS sensors transmit

tire pressure signals to a central receiver

which relays the information to a tire pres-

sure monitoring system controller. When

the inflation pressure of one or more tires

indicates significant under-inflation, the low

tire pressure warning light shown below

comes on.

Low Tire Pressure Warning Light

52D305

WARNING

Each tire, including the spare (if pro-

vided), should be checked monthly

when cold and inflated to the inflation

pressure recommended by the vehi-

cle manufacturer on the vehicle plac-

ard or tire inflation pressure label. (If

your vehicle has tires of a different

size than the size indicated on the

vehicle placard or tire inflation pres-

sure label, you should determine the

proper tire inflation pressure for

those tires.)

As an added safety feature, your

vehicle has been equipped with a tire

pressure monitoring system (TPMS)

that illuminates a low tire pressure

telltale when one or more of your

tires is significantly under-inflated.

Accordingly, when the low tire pres-

sure telltale illuminates, you should

stop and check your tires as soon as

possible, and inflate them to the

proper pressure.

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WARNING

(Continued)

Driving on a significantly under-

inflated tire causes the tire to over-

heat and can lead to tire failure.

Under-inflation also reduces fuel effi-

ciency and tire tread life, and may

affect the vehicle’s handling and

stopping ability.

Please note that the TPMS is not a

substitute for proper tire mainte-

nance, and it is the driver’s responsi-

bility to maintain correct tire

pressure, even if under-inflation has

not reached the level to trigger illumi-

nation of the TPMS low tire pressure

telltale.

WARNING

The tire pressure monitoring system

is not a substitute for regular tire

pressure inspections. Check tire

inflation pressures monthly when

cold and set to the recommended

inflation pressure as specified on the

vehicle’s tire information placard and

in the owner’s manual. Refer to

“Tires” in the “INSPECTION AND

MAINTENANCE” section.

WARNING

If the low tire pressure warning light

does not come on when the ignition

is turned to the “ON” position, or

comes on and blinks while driving

there may be a problem with the tire

pressure monitoring system. Have

your vehicle inspected by an autho-

rized SUZUKI dealer. Even if the light

turns off after blinking, indicating

that the monitoring system has

recovered, make sure to have an

authorized SUZUKI dealer check the

system.

WARNING

The load rating of your tires is

reduced at lower inflation pressures.

If your tires become even moderately

under-inflated, the vehicle load may

exceed the load rating of the tires,

which can lead to tire failure. The low

tire pressure warning light will not

alert you of this condition. The warn-

ing light will only come on when one

or more of your tires become signifi-

cantly under-inflated. Check and

adjust your tire inflation pressure at

least once a month. Refer to “Tires”

in the “INSPECTION AND MAINTE-

NANCE” section.

WARNING

If the low tire pressure warning light

comes on and stays on, reduce your

speed and avoid abrupt steering and

braking. Stop in a safe place as soon

as possible and check your tires.

• If you have a flat tire, replace it with

the spare tire. Refer to “Jacking

Instructions” in the “EMERGENCY

SERVICE” section. Refer to

“Replacing Tires and/or Wheels”

for instructions on how to restore

normal operation of the tire pres-

sure monitoring system after you

have had a flat tire.

• If one or more of your tires is

under-inflated adjust the inflation

pressure in all of your tires to the

recommended inflation pressure as

soon as possible.

Be aware that driving on a signifi-

cantly under-inflated tire can cause

the tire to overheat and can lead to

tire failure, and may affect steering

control and brake effectiveness. This

could lead to an accident, resulting in

severe injury or death.

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The low tire pressure warning light can

come on due to normal causes such as

natural air leaks and pressure changes

caused by changes in temperature or

atmospheric pressure. Adjusting the air

pressure in the tires to the pressure shown

on the tire information placard should

cause the low tire pressure warning light to

turn off.

If the light turns on again shortly after

adjusting the pressure in your tires, you

may have a flat tire. If you have a flat tire,

replace it with the spare tire. Refer to

“Jacking Instructions” in the “EMER-

GENCY SERVICE” section. Refer to

“Replacing Tires and/or Wheels” for

instructions on how to restore normal oper-

ation of the tire pressure monitoring sys-

tem after you have had a flat tire.

NOTE:

• When the tire inflation pressure is

adjusted in high altitude areas, the low

tire pressure light may not turn off even

after tire inflation pressure adjustment.

In this case, adjust the inflation pressure

to a slightly higher pressure than is

shown on the tire information placard.

• The low tire pressure warning light may

turn off temporarily after coming on. This

could be due to surface temperature

increases after long distance driving or

traveling to a high temperature area.

Even if the tire pressure warning light

turns off after coming on, make sure to

check the inflation pressure of all tires.

• To reduce the chance that the low tire

pressure warning light will come on due

to normal changes in temperature and

atmospheric pressure, it is important to

check and adjust the tire pressures

when the tires are cold. Tires that

appear to be at the specified pressure

when checked after driving, when the

tires are warm, could have pressure

below the specification when the tires

cool down. Also, tires that are inflated to

the specified pressure in a warm garage

may have pressure below the specifica-

tion when the vehicle is driven outside in

very cold temperature. If you adjust the

tire pressure in a garage that is warmer

than the outside temperature, you

should add 1 psi to the recommended

cold tire inflation pressure for every 10°F

difference between garage temperature

and outside temperature.

For tire inflation pressure information, refer

to “Tire Inflation Pressure” in the “INSPEC-

TION AND MAINTENANCE” section.

TPMS Malfunction Indicator

WARNING

Your vehicle has also been equipped

with a TPMS malfunction indicator to

indicate when the system is not oper-

ating properly.

WARNING

The TPMS malfunction indicator is

combined with the low tire pressure

telltale. When the system detects a

malfunction, the telltale will flash for

approximately one minute and then

remain continuously illuminated.

This sequence will continue upon

subsequent vehicle start-ups as long

as the malfunction exists.

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When you turn off the engine, however, the

malfunction indicator resets. It takes about

ten minutes after restarting the engine for

the malfunction to be detected again and

for the light to start flashing.

TPMS Limitations

The tire pressure monitoring system may

not function properly under certain circum-

stances. In the following situations, the low

tire pressure warning light may come on

and remain on or may blink.

• When you replace a flat tire with the

spare tire.

• When you include the spare tire during a

tire rotation.

• When the TPMS sensor is damaged dur-

ing a tire replacement or liquid sealants

are used to repair a flat tire.

• When the TPMS sensor’s electronic sig-

nal is disturbed in one of the following

ways:

– Electric devices or facilities using simi-

lar radio wave frequencies are nearby.

– A lot of snow or ice covers the vehicle,

in particular, around the wheels or

wheel housings.

– Snow tires or tire chains are used.

• When you use non-genuine SUZUKI

wheels or tires.

Replacing Tires and/or Wheels

If you get a flat tire, Suzuki recommends

that you have an authorized SUZUKI

dealer mount a new tire on the wheel that

had the flat tire, and reinstall this tire on the

vehicle in place of the spare. The TPMS is

already set up to recognize the ID code of

the original wheel, and normal TPMS oper-

ation will be restored.

If you need to replace original wheels on

your vehicle, your dealer must make sure

that TPMS sensors are installed in the new

wheels and must set up the TPMS to rec-

ognize the new sensors.

NOTE:

A TPMS sensor is not installed in the spare

tire. You should use the spare tire only in

an emergency situation, and should

replace the spare tire as soon as possible

to restore normal TPMS operation.

WARNING

When the malfunction indicator is

illuminated, the system may not be

able to detect or signal low tire pres-

sure as intended. TPMS malfunctions

may occur for a variety of reasons,

including the installation of replace-

ment or alternate tires or wheels on

the vehicle that prevent the TPMS

from functioning properly. Always

check the TPMS malfunction telltale

after replacing one or more tires or

wheels on your vehicle to ensure that

the replacement or alternate tires and

wheels allow the TPMS to continue to

function properly.

CAUTION

• The tire pressure sensors can be

damaged by the installation or

removal of tires. When tires must

be repaired or replaced, we highly

recommend that you have them

repaired or replaced by an autho-

rized SUZUKI dealer.

• Do not use liquid sealants for a flat

tire as air pressure sensors can be

damaged.

• If the low tire pressure warning

light comes on frequently, there

may be something wrong with one

of the tires or with the monitoring

system. Have your vehicle

inspected by an authorized SUZUKI

dealer.

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For Vehicles Sold in U.S.A.

This device complies with Part 15 of the

FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two

conditions:

1) This device may not cause harmful

interference.

2) This device must accept any interfer-

ence received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE:

Changes or modifications not expressly

approved by the party responsible for com-

pliance could void the user’s authority to

operate the equipment.

Traveling to CANADA

Please note that service for the tire pres-

sure monitoring system may not be avail-

able in CANADA should there be any

problems or malfunctions in the system.

WARNING

Only use tires and wheels recom-

mended by SUZUKI as standard or

optional equipment for your vehicle.

Use of tires or wheels not recom-

mended by SUZUKI can result in

TPMS failure. Refer to “Tires” in the

“INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE”

section for additional information.

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