Get OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Guide for Suzuki Swift 4 Door First generation (2004-2009)

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

Exhaust gas warning .......................................................... 3-1

Daily inspection checklist .................................................. 3-1

Engine oil consumption ..................................................... 3-2

Ignition switch (vehicle without keyless

3

push start system) (if equipped) ........................................ 3-3

Engine switch (vehicle with keyless

push start system) (if equipped) ........................................ 3-5

Keyless push start system (if equipped) .......................... 3-7

Parking brake lever ............................................................. 3-10

Pedal ..................................................................................... 3-12

Starting engine (vehicle without keyless

push start system) (if equipped) ........................................ 3-13

Starting engine (vehicle with keyless

push start system) (if equipped) ........................................ 3-14

Using transaxle ................................................................... 3-17

Gearshift indicator .............................................................. 3-26

SHVS (Smart Hybrid Vehicle by Suzuki) (if equipped) .... 3-30

ENG A-STOP system

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(engine auto stop start system) (if equipped) .................. 3-32

Adaptive cruise control system (if equipped) .................. 3-39

Speed limiter (if equipped) ................................................. 3-51

Radar brake support system (if equipped) ....................... 3-52

Dual sensor brake support system (if equipped) ............. 3-68

Emergency stop signal (ESS) ............................................ 3-86

Rearview camera (if equipped) .......................................... 3-87

Braking ................................................................................. 3-90

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Electronic stability program (ESP ) .................................. 3-92

Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) ......................... 3-96

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Exhaust gas warning

Daily inspection checklist

WARNING

(Continued)

• 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, check

that the air intake selector is set to

“FRESH AIR” and the blower is at

high speed.

Before driving

• Avoid operating the vehicle with

the tailgate or trunk open. If it is

necessary to do so, check that the

sunroof (if equipped) and all win-

dows are closed, and the blower is

at high speed with the air intake

selector set to “FRESH AIR”.

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• To allow proper operation of your

vehicle’s ventilation system, keep

the air inlet grill in front of the wind-

shield 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.

WARNING

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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, take the following precautions

to help prevent carbon monoxide

from entering your vehicle.

1) Check that windows, mirrors, lights and

reflectors are clean and unobstructed.

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.

• Do not leave the engine running in

garages or other confined areas.

(Continued)

• Have the exhaust system inspected

periodically for damage and leak-

age. Any damage or leakage

should be repaired immediately.

Refer to “Tires” in “INSPECTION AND

MAINTENANCE” section for details.

3) Look for fluid and oil leakage.

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NOTE:

6) Hood latch operation

Engine oil consumption

It is normal for water to drip from the air

conditioning system while and after use.

Pull the hood release handle inside the

vehicle. Check that you cannot open

the hood further without releasing the

secondary latch. Close the hood

securely after checking for proper latch

operation. See the item “All latches,

hinges and locks” of “Chassis, body

and others” in “Maintenance schedule”

in “INSPECTION AND MAINTE-

NANCE” section for lubrication sched-

ule.

It is normal for the engine to consume

some engine oil during normal vehicle

operation.

4) Check that the hood is fully closed and

latched.

5) Check the headlights, turn signal lights,

brake lights and horn for proper opera-

tion.

The amount of engine oil consumption

depends on viscosity and quality of the oil

and your driving conditions.

6) Adjust the seat and head restraint.

7) Check the brake pedal and the parking

brake lever.

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 (3000 miles) driving.

8) Adjust the mirrors.

9) Check that you and all passengers

have properly fastened by the seat

belts.

WARNING

Check that 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.

10)Check that all warning lights come on

as the ignition switch is turned to “ON”

position or the engine switch is pressed

to change the ignition mode to “ON”.

11)Check all gauges.

12)Check that the brake system warning

light turns off when the parking brake is

released.

Oil consumption:

Max. 1.0 L per 1000 km

(1 Qt. per 600 miles)

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.

When judging the amount of oil consump-

tion, note that the oil may become diluted

and it is difficult to judge the accurate oil

level.

Once a week, or each time you fill your fuel

tank, perform the following under-hood

checks:

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 (600 miles) or more of driv-

ing. This is because the oil gradually

becomes diluted with fuel or moisture,

1) Engine oil level

2) Coolant level

3) Brake fluid level

4) Lead-acid battery solution level

5) Windshield washer fluid level

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making it appear that the oil level has not

changed.

Ignition switch

(vehicle without keyless push

start system) (if equipped)

EXAMPLE

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.

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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.

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WARNING

To avoid possible injury, do not oper-

ate controls by reaching through the

steering wheel.

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Manual transaxle

ACC

Accessories such as the radio can oper-

ate, but the engine is off.

Turn to “LOCK”

ON

This is the normal operating position. All

electrical systems are on.

Push

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.

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Ignition key reminder

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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.

• Manual transaxle vehicles

WARNING

You must push in the key to turn it to

“LOCK” position. It locks the ignition, and

prevents normal use of the steering

wheel after the key is removed.

• Never return the ignition switch to

“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.

• Automatic transaxle or CVT vehicles

The gearshift lever must be in “P” (Park)

position to turn the key to “LOCK” posi-

tion. It locks the ignition and prevents

normal use of the steering wheel and

gearshift lever.

(Continued)

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 wheel, try turn-

ing the steering wheel slightly to the right

or left while turning the key.

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WARNING

IGNITION SWITCH POSITION. Refer to

“Information display” in “BEFORE DRIV-

ING” section for details.

Engine switch

(vehicle with keyless push

start system) (if equipped)

(Continued)

• Always return the ignition switch to

“LOCK” position and remove the

ignition key when leaving the vehi-

cle even 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 or power sun-

roof. They also could suffer from

heat stroke in warm or hot weather.

These could result in severe injury

or even death.

ON

• 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.

EXAMPLE

• 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.

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 an autho-

rized SUZUKI dealer.

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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.

• Do not leave the ignition switch in

“ON” position if the engine is not

running as the lead-acid battery

will discharge.

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”

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START

Unreleased steering lock warning

Manual transaxle – Provided you have the

keyless push start system remote control-

ler with you, the engine automatically

starts when you press the engine switch to

select this ignition mode after shifting to

“N” (Neutral) and depressing the brake and

clutch pedals.

NOTICE

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 “BEFORE DRIVING” section for

details.

Do not leave the engine switch in

“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 “ACC” or “ON” mode

when the engine is not running, oth-

erwise the lead-acid battery may dis-

charge.

Automatic transaxle or CVT – 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 ignition mode

after placing the gearshift lever in “P” posi-

tion and depressing the brake pedal. (If

you need to re-start the engine while the

vehicle is moving, shift into “N”.)

NOTE:

The steering lock may not be released and

the immobilizer/ keyless push start system

warning light turns on if some load is

applied on the steering wheel. If this hap-

pens, turn the steering wheel system 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.

NOTE:

In the presence of strong radio wave 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 in the instru-

ment cluster will show the following mes-

sage: KEY FOB NOT DETECTED.

NOTE:

You do not need to keep the engine switch

pressed until the engine starts.

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• 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.

Selection of ignition modes

Keyless push start system

(if equipped)

Press the engine switch to select “ACC” or

“ON” mode as follows when you use an

electric accessory or check the operation

of instruments without running the engine.

Provided the keyless push start system

remote controller is within the interior work-

able area (refer to the related explanation

in this section), you can use the engine

switch for starting the engine and selecting

an ignition mode (“ACC” or “ON”). In addi-

tion, the following functions can be used:

1) Bring the keyless push start system

remote controller with you and sit in the

driver’s seat.

2) Manual transaxle – Without depressing

the clutch pedal, press the engine

switch (1).

• Keyless entry function. Refer to “Keyless

push start system remote controller /

keyless entry system transmitter (if

equipped)” in “BEFORE DRIVING” sec-

tion for details.

• Locking and unlocking doors (including

the tailgate) using a request switch.

Refer to “Keyless push start system

remote controller / keyless entry system

transmitter (if equipped)” in “BEFORE

DRIVING” section for details.

Automatic transaxle or CVT – Without

depressing the brake pedal, press the

engine switch (1).

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• Immobilizer (anti-theft) function. Refer to

“Immobilizer system” in “BEFORE DRIV-

ING” section for details.

NOTE:

To save the lead-acid battery, the illumina-

tion will be automatically turned off when

both of the following conditions are simul-

taneously met:

Engine switch illumination

(1)

• The headlights and position lights are

turned off.

• 15 minutes has elapsed since opening

the driver’s door.

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 passed.

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Every time you press the engine switch,

the ignition mode changes as follows.

NOTE:

• Automatic transaxle or CVT – If the

gearshift lever is in any position other

than “P”, or if the knob button is pushed

when the gearshift lever is in “P” position

the ignition mode cannot be returned to

“LOCK” (OFF).

EXAMPLE

Manual transaxle

(1)

• When selecting the ignition modes, the

information display in the instrument

cluster shows certain messages. Refer

to “Information display” in “BEFORE

DRIVING” section for details.

(2)

(Audio equipment)

(OFF)

If the master warning indicator light

blinks and the ignition modes cannot

be selected

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1) Without depressing the brake pedal

and the clutch pedal, push the engine

switch (1).

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

checking that 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 select an ignition

mode, you must then use the following

method:

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2) The master warning indicator light in

the instrument cluster blinks and the

message “PLACE KEY FOB ON

START SWITCH” appears in the infor-

mation display within about 10 sec-

onds. Touch the engine switch with

“LOCK” button side of remote controller

(2) for about 2 seconds.

Automatic transaxle or CVT

Gearshift

lever in

P

LOCK

(OFF)

ACC

ON

(Audio equipment)

Gearshift lever in a

position other than

P

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NOTE:

REMOTE CONTROLLER OUTSIDE

warning

• If you still cannot select the ignition

modes, there may be some problem with

the keyless push start system. Contact

an authorized SUZUKI dealer for an

inspection of the system.

EXAMPLE

(2)

(1)

When either of the conditions described

below is met, the system causes

a

REMOTE CONTROLLER OUTSIDE warn-

ing by sounding the interior and exterior

buzzers. At the same time, the immobi-

lizer/keyless push start system warning

light comes on and the master warning

indicator light blinks.

• 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

“BEFORE DRIVING” section for details.

• You may customize the system to cause

the interior buzzer to sound once for

warning that remote controller is out of

sensing range. To incorporate this cus-

tomization, please contact an authorized

SUZUKI dealer.

• If the battery of the remote controller is

becoming discharged, the correspond-

ing message will appear in the informa-

tion display when you press the engine

switch to change the ignition mode to

“ON”. Refer to “Information display” in

“BEFORE DRIVING” section for details.

For details on replacing the battery, refer

to “Keyless push start system remote

controller / keyless entry system trans-

mitter (if equipped)” in “BEFORE DRIV-

ING” section.

• 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.

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(1) Immobilizer/keyless push start sys-

tem warning light (blinks)

(2) Master warning indicator light (blinks)

NOTE:

• If the warning is given, relocate the

remote controller as soon as possible.

• Any attempt to start the engine will fail

while the warning is active. The mes-

sage appearing in the information dis-

play in the instrument cluster will also

indicate this condition. Refer to “Informa-

tion display” in “BEFORE DRIVING” sec-

tion 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 blinking,

change the ignition mode to “LOCK” (OFF)

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by pressing the engine switch and then

perform the engine starting operation.

Refer to “Starting engine (vehicle with key-

less push start system) (if equipped)” in

this section.

• Always keep the remote controller with

you as the driver.

NOTE:

Parking brake lever

• 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 CON-

TROLLER OUTSIDE warning may be

given.

EXAMPLE

(1)

–The remote controller’s battery is low.

–The remote controller is affected by

strong radio wave or noise.

–The remote controller is in contact with

or covered by a metallic object.

–The remote controller is in the secluded

stowages such as the glove box or a

door pocket.

(2)

(3)

Interior workable area for keyless

push start system

–The remote controller is in the sun visor

pocket or on the floor.

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• 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 CON-

TROLLER 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 in certain area

on the instrument panel or in the lug-

gage compartment.

(1) To set

(2) To release

(3) To release

(1)

The parking brake lever is located between

the front seats. To set the parking brake,

depress the brake pedal and pull the park-

ing brake lever all the way up. To release

the parking brake, depress the brake pedal

and 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.

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(1) Interior workable area

The interior workable area is defined as all

the interior spaces except for the space

above the instrument panel or in the lug-

gage compartment.

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For automatic transaxle or CVT vehicles,

always set the parking brake before mov-

ing the gearshift lever to “P” (PARK) posi-

tion. 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.

Parking brake reminder buzzer

WARNING

A buzzer sounds intermittently to remind

you to release the parking brake if you

start the vehicle without fully releasing the

parking brake. Check that the parking

brake is fully released and the brake sys-

tem warning light turns off.

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 1st gear or “R” (Reverse)

and the gearshift lever for automatic

transaxle or CVT vehicles is in “P”

(Park). Remember, even though the

transaxle is in gear or in Park, you

must set the parking brake fully.

When preparing to drive the vehicle, move

the gearshift lever out of “P” position

before releasing the parking brake.

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 an autho-

rized SUZUKI dealer.

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.

Automatic transaxle or 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,

first set the parking brake, and

then remove the wheel chocks.

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WARNING

Clutch pedal (1)

Pedal

A clutch pedal is used to disengage the

driving force to the wheels when starting

the engine, stopping, or shifting the gear-

shift lever. Depressing the pedal disen-

gages the clutch.

Do not apply brakes continuously or

rest your foot on the brake pedal.

This will result in overheating of the

brakes which could cause unpredict-

able braking action, longer stopping

distances, or permanent brake dam-

age.

Manual transaxle

EXAMPLE

(1)

(2)

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.

Accelerator pedal (3)

An accelerator pedal controls the speed of

the engine. Depressing the accelerator

pedal increases power output and speed.

(3)

Brake pedal (2)

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Your vehicle is equipped with either front

and rear disc brakes or front disc brakes

and rear drum brakes. Depressing a brake

pedal applies both sets of brakes.

Automatic transaxle or CVT

EXAMPLE

You may hear occasional brake squeal

when you apply the brakes. This is a nor-

mal condition caused by environmental

factors such as temperature, humidity or

dust, etc.

(2)

WARNING

(3)

If brake squeal is excessive and

occurs each time the brakes are

applied, you should have the brakes

checked by an authorized SUZUKI

dealer.

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re-start the engine while the vehicle is

moving, shift into “N”.)

Starting a cold and warm engine

Starting engine

(vehicle without keyless push

start system) (if equipped)

With your foot taken off the accelerator

pedal, crank the engine by turning the igni-

tion key to “START”. Release the key when

the engine starts.

NOTE:

Automatic transaxle or 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.

Before starting 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 does not start on the first

try, wait about 15 seconds before

trying again.

WARNING

MT

Check that the parking brake is set

fully and the transaxle is in Neutral

(or Park for vehicles with an auto-

matic transaxle or CVT) before

attempting to start the engine.

AT

If the engine does not start after 12 sec-

onds of cranking, wait about 15 seconds,

and then press down the accelerator pedal

to 1/3 of its stroke and try cranking the

engine again. Release the key and accel-

erator pedal when the engine starts.

CVT

If the engine still does not start, depress

the accelerator pedal all the way to the

floor while cranking.

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1) Check that the parking brake is set fully.

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

tral). Hold the clutch pedal and brake

pedal fully depressed.

Automatic transaxle or CVT – If the

gearshift lever is not in “P” (Park) posi-

tion, shift into “P” (Park). (If you need to

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Caution when stopping the engine with

turbocharger

Starting engine

(vehicle with keyless push

start system) (if equipped)

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

Before starting engine

from

over-deteriorating.

Deteriorated

engine oil will damage the bearings of the

turbocharger.

MT

(1)

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3) The “PUSH START SWITCH” message

will appear in the information display in

the instrument cluster. Push the engine

switch (1). When the engine is started,

the starter motor will automatically stop.

AT

CVT

WARNING

Check that the parking brake is set

fully and the transaxle is in Neutral

(or Park for vehicles with an auto-

matic transaxle or CVT) before

attempting to start the engine.

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1) Check that the parking brake is set fully.

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

tral) and fully depress the clutch pedal.

Hold the clutch and brake pedals fully

depressed.

Automatic transaxle or CVT – If the

gearshift lever is not in “P” (Park) posi-

tion, shift it to “P”. Hold the brake pedal

fully depressed.

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• 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.

NOTICE

• Do not depress the accelerator

during the engine starting proce-

dure.

If you stop the engine while the vehi-

cle is in motion, the automatic tran-

saxle or CVT may be damaged.

Avoid stopping the engine while driv-

ing.

• If the engine does not respond

when you try to start it with the

engine switch or if the engine

switch repeats cycling through

“LOCK” (OFF) - “ACC” - “ON”

mode, the lead-acid battery may be

discharged. Check the voltage of

the lead-acid battery before trying

again.

Stopping engine

• If the engine remains stopped for while

after it was stopped unexpectedly or was

raced before stopping, a clicking sound

may be heard from around the engine

when it is restarted. This is not a mal-

function. Always let the engine idle

before stopping it.

• 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 for more

than 2 seconds while the vehicle is in

motion.

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.

• Automatic transaxle or CVT vehicles

have a starter interlock device which is

designed to keep the starter from operat-

ing if the transaxle is in any of the drive

positions.

• During the engine starting procedure,

messages on the information display will

help you. Refer to “Information display”

in “BEFORE DRIVING” section for

details.

Starting a cold and warm engine

With your foot taken off the accelerator

pedal, crank the engine by pressing the

engine switch to change the ignition mode

to “START”.

NOTE:

Except in cases of emergency, do not stop

the engine while the vehicle is in motion.

The steering and braking operation will

require more effort when the engine is

stopped.

NOTICE

Do not crank the engine for more

than 12 seconds at a time.

If the engine does not start on the

first try, wait about 15 seconds before

trying again.

Refer to “Braking” in this section.

• You should turn off such loads as the

headlights and air conditioning system to

facilitate starting of the engine.

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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, and then try again while keep-

ing the engine switch pressed while press-

ing down the accelerator pedal 1/3 of its

stroke. Release the accelerator pedal

when the engine starts.

controller may be discharged. To start the

engine, use the following method:

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 lead-acid battery.

consult an authorized SUZUKI dealer for

inspection.

EXAMPLE

(1)

• 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 “BEFORE DRIV-

ING” section for details.

• You may customize the system to cause

the interior buzzer to sound once for

warning that remote controller is out of

sensing range. Please contact an autho-

rized SUZUKI dealer for the customiza-

tion.

• If the battery of the remote controller is

about to become completely discharged,

the corresponding message will appear

in the information display when you

press the engine switch to change the

ignition mode to “ON”. For details on

replacing the battery, refer to “Keyless

push start system remote controller /

keyless entry system transmitter (if

equipped)” in “BEFORE DRIVING” sec-

tion.

If the engine still does not start, try holding

the accelerator pedal all the way to the

floor while cranking.

If you are unable to start the engine using

this procedure, consult an authorized

SUZUKI dealer.

(2)

52RM30020

Caution when stopping the engine with

turbocharger

1) Check that the parking brake is set fully.

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

tral). Hold the clutch and brake pedals

fully depressed.

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

Automatic transaxle or CVT – If the

gearshift lever is not in “P” (Park) posi-

tion, shift it to “P”. Hold the brake pedal

fully depressed.

from

over-deteriorating.

Deteriorated

engine oil will damage the bearings of the

turbocharger.

3) “PUSH START SWITCH.” message will

appear in the information display in the

instrument cluster. Press the engine

switch (1).

4) The master warning indicator light in

the instrument cluster blinks within

about 10 seconds. Touch the engine

switch with “LOCK” button side of

remote controller (2) for about 2 sec-

onds.

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 checking that you have the remote

controller with you. If the engine still can-

not be started, the battery of the remote

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“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 condi-

tion.

Returning ignition mode to “LOCK”

(OFF)

Using transaxle

Automatic transaxle or CVT – To ensure

safety, the ignition mode can be returned

to “LOCK” (OFF) by pressing the engine

switch only when the gearshift lever is

placed in “P” position without pressing the

knob button.

Manual transaxle

• 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:

In the case of an automatic transaxle or

CVT, the ignition mode cannot be returned

to “LOCK” (OFF) position if the gearshift

lever is in any other position than “P”.

Certain problems such as a fault in engine

system may prevent the engine switch

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

this happens, have the vehicle inspected

by an authorized SUZUKI dealer after

doing the following:

NOTE:

Whenever you leave the vehicle, check

that 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 can-

not use a request switch or keyless push

start system remote controller to lock the

doors.

EXAMPLE

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.

79MH0303

• Lock the doors using the key to prevent

theft. (The request switches and the key-

less push start system remote controller

cannot be used to lock them.)

• Disconnect the negative cable from the

lead-acid battery to prevent discharge.

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 any door (including the

tailgate) is opened or closed, the interior

buzzer will warn you of this condition with

repeated short beeps. If this happens,

have the vehicle inspected by an autho-

rized SUZUKI dealer.

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WARNING

Shifting

For K12C engine models

All forward gears are synchronized and

provide quiet and easy shifting. Always

depress the clutch pedal all the way to the

floor before shifting gears. Keep the

engine speed from rising into the red zone

of the tachometer.

Downshifting

km/h (mph)

22 (13)

• 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,

slow down before downshifting.

Excessive and/or sudden changes

in engine speed may cause loss of

traction, which could cause you to

lose control.

2nd to 1st

3rd to 2nd

4th to 3rd

5th to 4th

80 (49)

125 (77)

175 (108)*

Downshifting

speeds

maximum

allowable

*NOTE:

For K10C engine models

You may not accelerate to the maximum

allowable speed because of the driving sit-

uation and/or the vehicle condition.

Downshifting

km/h (mph)

2nd to 1st

3rd to 2nd

4th to 3rd

5th to 4th

23 (14)

85 (53)

NOTICE

Do not downshift to a lower gear at

the speed faster than the maximum

allowable speeds for the next lower

speed, or severe damage to engine

and transmission can result.

135 (84)

190 (118)*

NOTICE

Check that the vehicle is completely

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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pletely stationary before shifting into

Reverse.

The gearshift lever has a lock mechanism

to help prevent accidental shifting. Shift the

gearshift lever as follows:

6-Speed automatic transaxle

Gearshift lever

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.

EXAMPLE

(1)

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.

52RM30260

52RM30250

(1) knob button

The gearshift lever is designed so that it

cannot be shifted out of “P” position unless

the ignition switch is in “ON” position or the

ignition mode is “ON” and the brake pedal

is depressed.

Shift with the knob button (1)

pushed in and the brake pedal

depressed.

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.

Use the gearshift lever positions as fol-

lows:

Shift with the knob button (1)

pushed in.

WARNING

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.

Shift without the knob button (1)

pushed in.

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.

R (Reverse)

Use this position to reverse the vehicle

from stop. Make sure that vehicle is com-

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NOTE:

(1)

(2)

EXAMPLE

• Always shift the gearshift lever without

pushing in the knob button except when

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

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

always push in the knob button when

shifting the gearshift lever, you could

shift into “P”, “R” or “M” 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.

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 11 km/h (7 mph), the

transaxle will not shift into reverse.

• Be sure to take the following pre-

cautions to help avoid damage to

the automatic transaxle:

52RM30030

(1) Manual mode indicator

(2) Gear position

The information display shows the manual

mode indicator and the current gear posi-

tion.

– Make sure that the vehicle is

completely stationary before

shifting into “P” or “R”.

– Do not shift from “P” or “N” to

“R”, “D” or “M” when the engine

is running above idle speed.

– Do not rev the engine with the

transaxle 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

vehicle’s brakes.

Manual mode

The automatic transaxle can shift gears

automatically. When using the manual

mode, you can shift gears in the same

manner as conventional manual transaxle.

To use the manual mode, shift the gearshift

lever from “D” to “M”.

NOTE:

• The indicated gear position in the infor-

mation display when you shift from “D” to

“M” is the gear position that was

selected automatically when the gear-

shift lever was in “D”.

• You can change to the manual mode

temporarily by pulling the shift paddle on

the steering wheel toward you when the

gearshift lever is in “D”.

EXAMPLE

Shifting in the manual mode

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

ing on driving speed.

52RM30270

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NOTE:

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

located on right side of the steering wheel,

toward you. When you release your finger

from the switch, the switch will return to the

original position.

(1)

(2)

• When the engine is revved, the gear is

shifted up automatically to prevent dam-

age to the engine and the transaxle.

• 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.

EXAMPLE

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

located on left side of the steering wheel,

toward you. When you release your finger

from the switch, the switch will return to the

original position.

52RM30030

(1) Manual mode indicator

(2) Gear position

• If you depress the accelerator pedal a

certain amount, the gear shifts down

automatically even if the gearshift lever

is in the manual mode.

The temporary manual mode will be can-

celed automatically in the following situa-

tions.

NOTE:

• To shift gears continuously, release 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 press and hold the accelera-

tor pedal for a certain period of time with-

out shifting gears.

NOTE:

When you change gear, sometimes the

transaxle may not shift to the desired gear

but a buzzer sounds instead. This is to

maintain good drivability and to protect the

transaxle.

• When driving speed becomes slow.

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

paddle simultaneously, the gear may not

shift.

Using the shift paddle

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 toward you when driv-

ing with the gearshift lever in “D”. The

information display shows the manual

mode indicator and the current gear posi-

tion.

52RM30280

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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 “ON” or “ACC”

position, or the ignition mode is “ON” or

“ACC”.

Right hand drive vehicle

If you cannot shift automatic tran-

saxle gearshift lever out of “P”

(PARK)

(2)

(1)

Left hand drive vehicle

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

5) With the release button (1) pushed by

the key or the flat end rod, push the

knob button (2) and shift the gearshift

lever to the desired position.

(2)

(1)

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 your vehicle to an autho-

rized SUZUKI dealer for repair.

52RM30300

The automatic transaxle vehicles have an

electrically operated parklock feature. If the

vehicle’s lead-acid battery is discharged,

or there is some other electrical failure, the

automatic transaxle cannot be shifted out

of Park in the normal way. Jump starting

may correct the condition. If not, follow the

procedure described below. This proce-

dure will permit shifting the transaxle out of

Park.

52RM30290

The automatic transaxle vehicles have an

electrically operated park-lock feature. If

the vehicle’s lead-acid battery is dis-

charged, or there is some other electrical

failure, the automatic transaxle 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.

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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 “ON” or “ACC”

position, or the ignition mode is “ON” or

“ACC”.

4) With the release button (1) pushed,

push the knob button (2) and shift the

gearshift lever to the desired position.

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 in the information display. To turn

off the sport mode, push in the switch

again and sport mode indicator will go off.

Continuously Variable Transaxle

(CVT)

EXAMPLE

(1)

When the engine restarts, the sport mode

is turned to the off automatically.

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 an autho-

rized SUZUKI dealer for repair.

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

52RM30310

(1) S (sport) mode switch

(2)

68PM00308

(2) Sport mode indicator

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Gearshift lever

EXAMPLE

P (Park)

Shift with the knob button (1)

pushed in and the brake pedal

depressed.

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.

Shift with the knob button (1)

pushed in.

(1)

R (Reverse)

Use this position to reverse the vehicle

from stop. Make sure that vehicle is com-

pletely stationary before shifting into

Reverse.

Shift without the knob button (1)

pushed in.

NOTICE

NOTE:

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.

• 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.

52RM30620

(1) Knob button

The gearshift lever is designed so that it

cannot be shifted out of “P” position unless

the ignition switch is in “ON” position or the

ignition mode is “ON” and the brake pedal

is depressed.

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.

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.

Use the gearshift lever positions as

described below:

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.

The gearshift lever has a lock mechanism

to help prevent accidental shifting. To shift

the gearshift lever:

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L (Low)

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 “ON” or “ACC”

position, or the ignition mode is “ON” or

“ACC”.

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

5) With the release button (1) pushed by

the key or the flat end rod, push the

knob button (2) and shift the gearshift

lever to the desired position.

If you cannot shift CVT gearshift

lever out of “P” (PARK)

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.

Left hand drive vehicle

(1)

(2)

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.

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 an autho-

rized SUZUKI dealer for repair.

NOTICE

Be sure to take the following precau-

tions to help avoid damage to the

CVT:

EXAMPLE

52RM30630

Vehicles with a CVT have an electrically

operated park-lock feature. If the vehicle’s

lead-acid battery is discharged, or there is

some other electrical failure, the CVT can-

not be shifted out of Park in the normal

way. Jump starting may correct the condi-

tion. If not, follow the procedure described

below. This procedure will permit shifting

the transaxle out of Park.

• 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.

• 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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Right hand drive vehicle

1) Be sure the parking brake is firmly

applied.

2) If the engine is running, stop the

engine.

Gearshift indicator

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

position, or the ignition mode is “ON” or

“ACC”.

EXAMPLE

(2)

4) With the release button (1) pushed,

push the knob button (2) and shift the

gearshift lever to the desired position.

(1)

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 your vehicle to an autho-

rized SUZUKI dealer for repair.

52RM30410

EXAMPLE

In the following cases, the gearshift indica-

tor is indicated in the information display

when the ignition switch is in “ON” position

or the ignition mode is “ON”.

• For manual transaxle vehicle, when the

gearshift lever is in a position other than

“N” (Neutral).

• For automatic transaxle vehicle, when

using the manual mode.

• For vehicles equipped with the cruise

control, when the system is not in use.

52RM30640

Vehicles with a CVT have an electrically

operated park-lock feature. If the vehicle’s

lead-acid battery is discharged, or there is

some other electrical failure, the CVT can-

not be shifted out of Park in the normal

way. Jump starting may correct the condi-

tion. If not, follow the procedure described

below. This procedure will permit shifting

the transaxle out of Park.

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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.

NOTE:

• For manual transaxle vehicle, the gear-

shift indicator is not indicated when the

gear position is in “N” (Neutral).

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.

• For manual transaxle vehicle, if you

depress the clutch pedal while UP/

DOWN arrow is indicated, the indication

will disappear.

• In ordinary driving, UP arrow will disap-

pear when you release your foot from

the accelerator pedal.

If your vehicle is equipped with the adap-

tive cruise control and while it is working,

however, UP/DOWN arrow (for manual

transaxle vehicle) or UP arrow (for auto-

matic transaxle vehicle, when using the

manual mode) may be indicated continu-

ously depending on driving conditions. It

means that the indicated gear position is

optimal for the current cruising speed.

• 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.

Manual transaxle vehicle

If UP/DOWN arrow is indicated in the dis-

play while driving, we recommend you to

shift up or down the gear. It is the optimal

gear position for a driving condition that

reduces the over revolution and stress to

the engine, and improves fuel consump-

tion.

Automatic transaxle vehicle (when

using the manual mode)

If UP arrow is indicated in the display while

driving, we recommend you to shift up the

gear until the arrow disappears. It is the opti-

mal 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 section.

• If any of the electrical systems such as

radar brake support system, dual sensor

brake support system, or ESP system

®

is working, the gearshift indicator will dis-

appear temporarily.

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Example of the gearshift indicator

Manual transaxle

Indication

Description

Lower gear position is selected for the vehicle speed and/or engine revolution. Changing to a higher gear posi-

tion is recommended.

• In this case, shifting up is recommended.

Higher gear position is selected for the vehicle speed and/or engine revolution. Changing to a lower gear posi-

tion is recommended.

• In this case, shifting down is recommended.

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Automatic transaxle (when using the manual mode)

Indication

Description

Lower gear position is selected for the vehicle speed and/or engine revolution. Changing to a higher gear posi-

tion is recommended.

• In this case, shifting up 3rd or upper gear position is recommended.

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While decelerating your vehicle, the ISG gener-

ates electricity without engine power. This reduces

engine loads and improves fuel consumption.

While the vehicle is running, ISG assists

engine power as a motor in the following

limited condition. This reduces engine

loads and improves fuel consumption.

SHVS (Smart Hybrid Vehicle

by Suzuki) (if equipped)

While decelerating your vehicle, deceleration

energy regenerating function will be activated

when the following conditions are satisfied.

• Gearshift lever is not in “N” (Neutral).

• Clutch pedal is not depressed.

• Engine speed is more than 950 rpm.

• Inside temperature of lead-acid battery

is in normal condition.

SHVS has an Integrated Starter Generator

(ISG) instead of conventional generator to

get a better fuel consumption.

While the vehicle is running with the

engine speed at approximately 3900 rpm

or less, engine power assist function will

be activated when all of the following con-

ditions are satisfied.

Integrated Starter Generator (ISG) is a gen-

erator which incorporates a motor function.

• SHVS system and ENG A-STOP system

are working properly. (“ENG A-STOP

OFF” indicator light is not blinking.)

• Clutch pedal is not depressed.

The ISG has the following 3 functions.

• Deceleration energy regenerating func-

tion

• Engine power assist function

• Starter motor function

• Lithium-ion battery is not fully charged and

inside temperature is in normal condition.

etc.

®

• ESP is not activated.

• Accelerator

depressed.

NOTE:

pedal

is

excessively

The deceleration energy regenerating function

may not work depending on vehicle conditions.

• Lead-acid battery and lithium-ion bat-

tery are fully charged and each inside

temperature is in normal condition.

• Engine coolant temperature is in normal

condition.

• ISG inside temperature is in normal con-

dition.

Deceleration energy regenerating

function

Engine power assist function

EXAMPLE

NOTE:

The engine power assist function may not

work depending on vehicle conditions.

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Starter motor function

EXAMPLE

Lithium-ion battery indication

EXAMPLE

“ENG A-STOP OFF” indicator

EXAMPLE

(1)

68PM00360

52RM30460

The segments in the lithium-ion battery

indicator (1) give an approximate indication

of the charge of the lithium-ion battery. The

number of segments that appear in the

indication increases or decreases with the

charge of the lithium-ion battery.

If this indicator blinks when driving, there

may be something wrong with the ENG A-

STOP system or the SHVS system. You

should have the system inspected by an

authorized SUZUKI dealer.

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After the engine auto stop by the ENG

A-STOP system, the engine will be

restarted using a cranking power of the

ISG.

NOTE:

The indicator gives an approximate indica-

tion. The indication may be delayed or dif-

fer from the actual charge of the lithium-ion

battery under certain conditions, for exam-

ple, when the outside temperature is low.

Also, the minimum segment is 1 bar and

the bar will never be 0. Even when 1 bar is

shown, the battery level may be close to

be flat.

The starting with the ISG is quiet com-

pared with starting by the conventional

starter motor.

NOTE:

When you restart the engine by pushing

the engine switch, the conventional starter

motor is used and you will hear a gear

engagement sound.

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NOTICE

NOTE:

ENG A-STOP system (engine

auto stop start system)

(if equipped)

If your vehicle is equipped with the auto air

conditioning system, you can change the

automatic engine stop condition via the

information display. Refer to “Information

display” in “BEFORE DRIVING” section.

The vehicle equipped with this sys-

tem uses a dedicated high-perfor-

mance

lead-acid

battery

that

supports ENG A-STOP system.

Accordingly, observe the instructions

listed below. If these instructions are

not observed, the system may not

actuate properly or the battery may

die prematurely.

The ENG A-STOP system (engine auto

stop start system) automatically stops the

engine while waiting briefly at a traffic light,

etc., or decelerating to a stop, and auto-

matically restarts the engine afterward.

This system helps reduce emissions,

improve fuel consumption and lower

engine noise.

CAUTION

• Do not get out of the vehicle while

the engine is automatically stopped

by the ENG A-STOP system. Doing

so may lead to an unexpected acci-

dent.

• When replacing the battery, use a

SUZUKI GENUINE battery speci-

fied in the Specification.

• Do not draw power from the battery

terminals for electrical products.

If the driver’s seat belt is unfas-

tened or the driver’s door is

opened, the engine will restart.

• If the engine does not restart auto-

This system stops the engine temporarily

under specific conditions. Before parking

the vehicle for an extended period of time

or leaving the vehicle, properly apply the

parking brake and stop the engine with the

engine switch.

matically

after

having

been

stopped automatically by the ENG

A-STOP system, push the engine

switch to start the engine.

Trying to move the vehicle when

the engine has not yet restarted

requires a strong force to turn the

steering wheel or depress the

brake pedal, potentially leading to

an unexpected accident.

Once the specific conditions are met, the

engine will stop automatically while the

vehicle is decelerating to a stop (traveling

at approximately 15 km/h (9 mph) or less).

However, the engine will not be stopped

automatically during deceleration until con-

firmation of the system function is finished.

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Lithium-ion battery

Automatic stopping/restarting of

the engine

WARNING

Wrong handling of the lithium-ion

battery may result in fire, electric

1) With the brake pedal depressed, decel-

erate the vehicle.

(1)

shock

or

system

malfunction.

Accordingly, observe the instructions

listed below:

EXAMPLE

• Do not dismount or disassemble

the lithium-ion battery.

• Do not let the lithium-ion battery

come in contact with water or other

liquids.

• Do not apply strong impact on the

lithium-ion battery.

(2)

• Do not step on the lithium-ion bat-

tery or put articles on the lithium-

ion battery.

• Do not disconnect the lithium-ion

battery terminals or draw power

from the terminals for electrical

products.

68PM00368

(1) Battery (lead-acid battery)

(2) Lithium-ion battery

52RM30150

This lithium-ion battery is used exclusively

for the vehicle equipped with ENG A-

STOP system or SHVS, and located below

the front left side seat.

2) When decelerating at approximately

15 km/h (9 mph) or less with the clutch

pedal depressed and the gearshift lever

shifted to “N”, and then release the

clutch pedal, the engine will stop auto-

matically.

• Just like a battery (lead-acid battery), the

lithium-ion battery also discharges grad-

ually.

To prevent the lithium-ion battery from

dying, you must charge the lithium-ion

battery by driving continuously for at

least 30 minutes once a month.

• The lithium-ion battery is maintenance-

free.

The “ENG A-STOP” indicator (green)

(1) will come on.

• The ENG A-STOP system will not

stop the engine automatically if all the

automatic engine stop conditions are

not met.

For details, refer to the section, “Auto-

matic engine stop conditions”.

• To replace or dispose of the lithium-ion

battery, consult an authorized SUZUKI

dealer.

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• During the automatic engine stop, the

engine may shut down, accompanied

by an interior buzzer or restarted, to

ensure safety.

For details, refer to the section, “Points to

note during the automatic engine stop”.

Points to note during the automatic

engine stop

EXAMPLE

When the following operations are per-

formed during the automatic engine stop,

the engine may shut down, accompanied

by an interior buzzer or restarted, to

ensure safety.

NOTICE

• When the hood is opened, an interior

buzzer will sound intermittently and the

engine will come out of the automatic

engine stop mode and shut down. The

“ENG A-STOP” indicator (green) will go

off.

• When the driver releases the seat belt or

opens the driver’s door, the engine will

restart automatically. The “ENG A-

STOP” indicator (green) will blink for

approximately 5 seconds and then go

off.

• During the automatic engine stop, if the

gearshift lever is shifted to a position

other than “N” without depressing the

clutch pedal and open the driver’s door

with the driver’s seat belt unfastened, an

interior buzzer will sound and the engine

will shut down without control of auto-

matic engine stop. The “ENG A-STOP”

indicator (green) will go off.

During the automatic engine stop, do

not shift the gearshift lever to a posi-

tion other than “N” without depressing

the clutch pedal. If the gear shift lever

is in a position other than “N”, the

engine will not restart automatically

even if the clutch pedal is depressed.

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3) Regardless of whether the vehicle has

stopped or not, depressing the clutch

pedal will restart the engine and “ENG

A-STOP” indicator (green) (1) will go

off.

NOTE:

• Engine auto stop function during decel-

eration will be ready once the vehicle

runs at a speed exceeding 10 km/h

(6 mph) after restart of the engine.

• Even if the engine did not stop automati-

cally before the vehicle came to a stop

(still traveling at approximately 15 km/h

(9 mph) or less), the engine may stop

automatically once the vehicle stops.

• The audio and other electrical compo-

nent can be used during the automatic

engine stop, but the air conditioner will

switch to the fan mode.

While the engine is stopped automatically,

depressing the clutch pedal will restart the

engine consuming fuel. Therefore, for fuel

economy, it is recommended to depress

the clutch pedal just before the vehicle

start.

• Without depressing the clutch pedal, the

engine may restart automatically if the

automatic engine restart conditions are

met.

NOTE:

• If the vehicle is equipped with an auto air

conditioner, the fan speed will be limited

during the automatic engine stop (only in

the auto control mode) to keep the cabin

air-conditioned for a longer time.

The power steering warning light, oil pres-

sure warning light and charge warning light

on the meter panel do not come on during

the automatic engine stop, but they will

come on once the engine shuts down.

For details, refer to the section, “Auto-

matic engine restart conditions”.

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#1 If the vehicle has not been in use for an

extended period of time or the audio or

other electrical component was used

for an extended period of time while the

engine was stopped, the battery may

have discharged and it may take some

time before the standby mode is

achieved.

#2 If any of the warning and indicator lights

affecting the ENG A-STOP system

come on, the engine will not be stopped

automatically.

Automatic engine restart conditions

If one of the following operations is per-

formed or the vehicle enters one of the fol-

lowing modes during the automatic engine

stop, the engine will restart automatically

and the “ENG A-STOP” indicator (green)

will go off:

Actuation conditions for ENG

A-STOP system

Standby conditions

When all of the following conditions are

met while the vehicle is traveling, ENG A-

STOP system will be permitted:

• The engine is started with the hood com-

pletely closed.

Common

• The clutch pedal is depressed.

• The “ENG A-STOP OFF” switch is

pressed to deactivate the ENG A-STOP

system.

• The “ENG A-STOP OFF” switch has not

been pressed to deactivate the ENG A-

STOP system.

• The lead-acid battery and the lithium-ion

battery are fully charged and the tem-

perature inside the lead-acid battery or

the lithium-ion battery is within the speci-

fied range (#1).

• The engine has warmed up and the

engine coolant temperature is within the

specified range.

• The driver is wearing seat belts.

• The driver’s door is completely closed.

• The hood is completely closed.

• No electronically controlled system

besides the ENG A-STOP system is

issuing a signal to inhibit stopping of the

engine (#2).

• The lead-acid battery or the lithium-ion

battery has discharged substantially (#).

• A malfunction of the system is detected

(#).

• The negative pressure of the brake

booster has dropped (#).

Automatic engine stop conditions

When all of the following conditions are

met under the standby conditions, the

engine will stop automatically when the

vehicle is decelerating to a stop or after the

vehicle has stopped:

• The gearshift lever is in “N” (Neutral)

position.

• The clutch pedal is released.

<Vehicle equipped with auto air condi-

tioner>

• The temperatures at air conditioner out-

lets have changed considerably after the

automatic engine stop to the point of

affecting the cooling/heating perfor-

mance (#).

• The temperature selector has been

turned considerably to the COOL side in

the cooling mode or to the HOT side in

the heating mode (#).

• The defroster switch is turned to “ON”

position (#).

• The vehicle has decelerated to approxi-

mately 15 km/h (9 mph) or below.

• The accelerator pedal is not depressed.

®

• Neither the ABS nor ESP is in opera-

tion.

• The negative pressure of the brake

booster is normal.

<Vehicle equipped with auto air condi-

tioner>

• The temperatures at air-conditioner out-

lets are sufficiently low in the cooling

mode or sufficiently high in the heating

mode.

• The defroster switch is in “OFF” position.

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“ENG A-STOP OFF” indicator

When decelerating (Traveling at approx-

imately 15 km/h (9 mph) or less)

• The hood is opened.

• The vehicle increases the speed caused

by a slope (#).

“ENG A-STOP OFF” switch

The ENG A-STOP system can be deacti-

vated.

• To deactivate the system, press the

“ENG A-STOP OFF” switch (1) to turn on

“ENG A-STOP OFF” indicator (2).

• To activate the system once again, press

the switch (1) again to turn off the indica-

tor.

• Every time the engine is stopped manu-

ally, the system is enabled again and the

“ENG A-STOP OFF” indicator (2) goes

off.

When stationary

• The driver releases the seat belt (#).

• The driver’s door is opened (#).

• The vehicle starts to move on a slope,

etc. (#).

52RM30460

• Some time (3 minutes or so) has

elapsed after the start of the automatic

engine stop (#).

This indicator comes on in the information

display.

• This indicator comes on when the ENG

A-STOP system is deactivated.

• The indicator blinks when the engine

switch is pressed to change the ignition

mode to “ON”, if one of the conditions

listed below is met.

The ENG A-STOP system or the SHVS

system does not actuate correctly while

the indicator is blinking. Have the system

inspected by an authorized SUZUKI

dealer.

# The “ENG A-STOP” indicator (green)

will blink and then go off.

(2)

(1)

– There may be something wrong with

the ENG A-STOP system or the SHVS

system.

– An engine component (ISG) or the

lead-acid battery is due for replace-

ment.

52RM30170

NOTE:

Pressing the “ENG A-STOP OFF” switch

(1) during the automatic engine stop will

restart the engine automatically and the

“ENG A-STOP OFF” indicator (2) will come

on.

NOTE:

If the indicator blinks during the automatic

engine stop, the engine may shut down.

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Information message

The information display shows the messages to let you know certain problems of the ENG A-STOP system.

Information message

Cause and remedy

The ENG A-STOP system cannot stop the engine automatically because some-

thing of the actuation conditions is not met.

For details, refer to “Actuation conditions for ENG A-STOP system” described

above.

52RM30650

The engine is restarting automatically because one of the following automatic

engine restart conditions is met.

• The temperatures at air conditioner outlets have changed considerably after the

automatic engine stop to the point of affecting the cooling/heating performance.

• The defroster switch is turned to “ON” position.

• The lead-acid battery has discharged substantially.

• Some time has elapsed after the start of the automatic engine stop.

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Information message

Cause and remedy

The engine restarted automatically because one of the following automatic engine

restart conditions is met.

• The negative pressure of the brake booster has dropped.

• The driver’s seat belt is released.

• The driver’s door is opened.

• The vehicle is started to move on a slope, etc.

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52RM30680

52RM30690

The engine shut down because one of the following operations is performed during

the automatic engine stop.

• The hood is opened.

• The gearshift lever is shifted to a position other than “N” without depressing the

clutch pedal and opened the driver’s door with the driver’s seat belt unfastened.

Restart the engine by usual operation. Refer to “Starting engine (vehicle without

keyless push start system) (if equipped)” or “Starting engine (vehicle with keyless

push start system) (if equipped)” in this section for details.

The gearshift lever is shifted to a position other than “N” (Neutral) position without

depressing the clutch pedal during the automatic engine stop.

To restart the engine, place the gearshift lever in “N” (Neutral) position and depress

the clutch pedal.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

(2) Deceleration control

Adaptive cruise control

system (if equipped)

(A vehicle ahead is within radar range

and going slower than the set speed)

WARNING

Deceleration control by the adaptive

cruise control system is limited.

Therefore, you are requested to pay

enough attention for safety driving,

by checking the surrounding traffic

always and operating brake pedal

and/or accelerator pedal as neces-

sary.

EXAMPLE

The adaptive cruise control system allows

you to maintain a steady speed without

keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal.

You can use the adaptive cruise control

system under the following conditions:

54P000343

• Driver’s seat belt is fastened.

• Open door warning light is off.

• Parking brake is completely released.

• Speed limiter is not used.

• For manual transaxle vehicle, the gear

position is in 3rd, 4th, 5th.

• For automatic transaxle vehicle, the gear-

shift lever is in “D” position, or the gear

position is in 3rd, 4th, 5th or 6th in the

manual mode.

• For CVT vehicle, the gearshift lever is in

“D” position.

Your vehicle slows down, and maintains

the same speed as the speed of the vehi-

cle ahead to maintain the following dis-

tance.

• Possible detecting distance between

your vehicle and a vehicle ahead is

within about 100 m (328 ft).

The adaptive cruise control system has the

following four controls.

(1) Constant-speed control

(There is no vehicle ahead)

EXAMPLE

(3) Following control

(A vehicle ahead is within radar range

and going at a steady speed)

• The vehicle speed is about 40 km/h (25

mph) or higher.

EXAMPLE

54P000342

®

• ESP OFF switch is not pushed and the

Your vehicle cruises at the set speed.

• The vehicle speed can be set between

40 km/h (25 mph) to 160 km/h (100

mph).

system is not turned off.

54P000344

Your vehicle follows the vehicle ahead,

keeping

a

constant distance, without

exceeding the set speed.

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NOTE:

Situations where radar will not acti-

vate properly

• When your vehicle is getting close to the

vehicle ahead while deceleration control

or following control is functioning, a fron-

tal collision warning is activated.

• When operating brake pedal during fol-

lowing control, you might feel that a

brake is heavy. However, this is normal

in the brake system. This occurs

because of the feature of adaptive cruise

control system.

EXAMPLE

WARNING

Do not use the adaptive cruise con-

trol system under the following situa-

tions. Otherwise, the system will not

function properly and unexpected

accidents may occur.

54P000374

• Highway gate

• When the vehicle cannot move in a

straight manner without consistently

steering, due to an accident or break-

down

• When the vehicle is running left turn lane

or right turn lane

• When the radiator grill or front bumper

hit a hard object

• When the system is temporarily stopped

or malfunctioning, some of the following

indicator and messages will come on:

– Adaptive cruise control system warn-

ing light

Under the following situations, there is a

high possibility that deceleration control,

following control and acceleration control

will not function properly, even if a vehicle

ahead is within radar range.

(4) Acceleration control

(A vehicle ahead goes out of range)

EXAMPLE

• When vehicle is driven in a traffic jam

• When vehicle is driven on sharp curves

• When vehicle is driven on slippery road

such as ice or snow-covered road

• When vehicle is driven on steep hill

54P000345

The adaptive cruise control system accel-

erates your vehicle to the set speed, and

then maintains it.

EXAMPLE

– “INSPECT CRUISE SYSTEM” mes-

sage

– “CRUISE SYSTEM: NOT ACTIVE BY

SENSOR.” message

– “RADAR BRAKE SUPPORT SYS

INSPECTION REQUIRED” message

– “CRUISE SYSTEM TEMPORARILY

DISABLED” message

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• When vehicle is driven on the road with

many steep uphills and downhills

• When your vehicle is towing a trailer

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Situations where radar may not

activate properly

WARNING

EXAMPLE

Always drive safely with proper driv-

ing operations depending on traffic

situation.

Under the following situations, the radar

may not detect a vehicle ahead correctly

and frontal collision warning may not func-

tion. You need to decelerate the vehicle

operating brakes as necessary.

Setting cruising speed

• When a vehicle ahead is running slowly

or stopping at the end of the line in a traf-

fic jam or the tollgate

• When the vehicle is approaching repair-

ing road

• While running inside of tunnel

• When the radar sensor cover is covered

in snow, water or dirt

• When there is bad weather such as rain

or fog, a blizzard or sandstorm or when

the vehicle in front of you is surrounded

by water, snow or sand

• A vehicle ahead has extremely small

rear end area such as an unloaded

trailer

• When your vehicle is weighed down by

heavy items in the luggage compartment

or rear seat

• When your vehicle is running at 160 km/h

(100 mph) or higher speed

• When a vehicle ahead is cutting in sud-

denly

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Adaptive cruise control switch

• When the bicycles or motorcycles are

running on the edge of your lane

EXAMPLE

(4)

WARNING

(3)

Always drive safely with proper driv-

ing operations depending on traffic

situation.

(2)

Situations where radar may activate

properly

(1)

Under the following situations, the radar

system detects a vehicle on the neighbor-

ing lane or roadside objects and frontal col-

lision warning may function.

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(1) Following distance setting switch

(2) Cruise switch

(3) “CANCEL” switch

(4) “RES +/SET –” switch

• At a corner or narrow traffic lane

• The vehicle position in your lane

is unstable due to steering operation etc.

• Objects protruding from the road’s

surface such as manhole covers and

other metal objects, as well as falling

objects or level changes in the road

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WARNING

Information display

EXAMPLE

(8)

3) Pull down the “RES +/SET –” switch

(4), “SET” indicator (7) and set speed

indication (9) appears in the information

display.

If the cruising speed is accidentally

set, you could lose control of the

vehicle. This could lead to an acci-

dent, resulting in severe injury or

death.

Turn off the adaptive cruise control

system and check that the adaptive

cruise control indicator (6) disap-

pears when the system is not in use.

(6)

(7)

Take your foot off the accelerator pedal

and the set speed will be maintained. At

this time, vehicle ahead detecting indi-

cator (8) will vary as follows, depending

on the presence or absence of the vehi-

cle ahead.

(9)

(5)

52RM30470

A vehicle ahead is not detected. In this

case, your vehicle is in the state of con-

stant-speed control.

(5) Following distance indicator

(6) Adaptive cruise control indicator

(7) “SET” indicator

(8) Vehicle ahead detecting indicator

(9) Set speed indication

1) Turn on the adaptive cruise control sys-

tem by pushing cruise switch (2). When

the adaptive cruise control indicator (6),

following distance indicator (5) and

vehicle ahead detecting indicator (8)

come on or appear in the information

display, you can set cruising speed.

2) Accelerate or decelerate to the desired

speed.

A vehicle ahead is detected. In this

case, your vehicle is in the state of

deceleration control and following con-

trol.

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Changing following distance

While adaptive cruise control indicator (6) is displayed, you can adjust a following distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front

of you as follows, by pressing following distance setting switch (1).

Indication

Description

Short

A following distance will be kept shorter, compared with Middle setting.

Middle

This is an initial setting. When your vehicle is driven at 80 km/h (50 mph), a fol-

lowing distance will be kept as about 40 m (131 ft).

Long

A following distance will be kept longer, compared with Middle setting.

WARNING

Maintain a safe following distance depending on traffic situation. Otherwise, it could result in severe injury or death.

NOTE:

• When turning off the engine, the previously set distance in the memory is canceled and the system is initialized.

• An appropriate following distance will vary depending on vehicle speed.

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NOTE:

Changing speed temporarily

Changing cruising speed

• You can adjust the set speed by 1 km/h

(or 1 mph) by pulling up and down “RES

+/SET –” switch (4) quickly.

• You can adjust the set speed by 5 km/h

(or 5 mph) by pulling up and down and

holding “RES +/SET –” switch (4).

(e.g. 62 Km/h (or 42 mph) > 65 Km/h (or

45 mph) > 70 Km/h (or 50 mph), etc)

• While deceleration control or following

control is activated, the vehicle is not

accelerated even though resetting to

higher cruising speed by continuous

pulling up the “RES +/SET –” switch (4)

is operated. However, if the vehicle

ahead disappears, the vehicle is accel-

erated automatically to the set speed.

When the cruising speed is maintained,

you can temporarily accelerate or deceler-

ate.

Using the accelerator pedal

To reset at a faster cruising speed, acceler-

ate to the desired speed using the accelera-

tor pedal and push down the “RES +/SET –”

switch (4). The new speed will be main-

tained.

To accelerate, depress the accelerator

pedal. When you take your foot off the

pedal, your vehicle will return to the set

speed.

Using the brake pedal

To reset at a slower cruising speed, decel-

erate to the desired speed using the brake

pedal and pull down the “RES +/SET –”

switch (4). The new speed will be main-

tained.

To decelerate, depress the brake pedal.

The set speed will be canceled and “SET”

indicator (7) will disappear. To resume the

previously set speed, pull up the “RES +/

SET –” switch (4) and turn on “SET” indica-

tor (7) again when vehicle speed is above

about 40 km/h (25 mph). The vehicle will

accelerate to the previously set speed and

maintain its speed.

NOTE:

When the brake pedal is depressed, “SET”

indicator (7) disappears until you reset the

cruising speed.

Using “RES +/SET-” switch

To reset at a faster cruising speed, press

repeatedly or hold pulling up the “RES +/

SET –” 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 pulling down the “RES

+/SET –” switch (4).

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To resume the previously set speed, pull

up the “RES +/SET –” switch (4) and show

“SET” indicator (7). The vehicle speed

must be above about 40 km/h (25 mph)

when the vehicle is not under the above

conditions.

If your vehicle gets too close to the vehicle

ahead as described below, the interior

buzzer sounds, the indicator (1) appears

on the information display at the same

time, to promote deceleration.

• The vehicle ahead of you slows down

abruptly.

• Another vehicle cuts in front of you.

Cancelling adaptive cruise control

“SET” indicator (7) will disappear and the

adaptive cruise control system will be can-

celed temporarily under the following con-

ditions:

To turn off the adaptive cruise control sys-

tem, push cruise switch (2) and check that

the adaptive cruise control indicator (6)

disappears. Also, if any warning indication

or message related to the adaptive cruise

control system is displayed on the instru-

ment cluster, the adaptive cruise control

system will be turned off.

• When “CANCEL” switch (3) is pushed

• When brake pedal is depressed

• When vehicle speed falls below about 40

km/h (25 mph)

Depress the brake pedal, and keep an

appropriate distance from the vehicle

ahead. The buzzer timing of frontal colli-

sion warning varies depending on the vehi-

®

• When a vehicle skids and ESP is acti-

vated

cle speed and

a

following distance

• When radar sensor cover is covered in

snow, water or dirt

between your vehicle and the vehicle

ahead.

• When engine speed is too high or too

low

NOTE:

If you turn off the adaptive cruise control

system, the previously set speed in the

memory is cleared. Reset your cruising

speed again.

There are different frontal collision warning

operations in adaptive cruise control sys-

tem, radar brake support system (if

equipped) or dual sensor brake support

system (if equipped). Therefore, the inte-

rior buzzer in adaptive cruise control sys-

tem sounds a little earlier than the buzzer

in radar brake support system (if equipped)

or dual sensor brake support system (if

equipped). For details of frontal collision

warning in radar brake support system (if

equipped) or dual sensor brake support

system (if equipped), refer to “Radar brake

support system (if equipped)” in this sec-

tion or “Dual sensor brake support system

(if equipped)”.

• When driver’s door is open

• When driver’s seat belt is unfastened

• When parking brake is applied

• When “LIMIT” switch is pressed

®

• When ESP OFF switch is pressed

For manual transaxle vehicle

• When clutch pedal is continuously

depressed

• When gear position is changed to “N”

(Neutral)

• When gear position is changed to 1st or

2nd

Frontal collision warning

For automatic transaxle vehicle

• When gear position is changed to “N”

• When gear position is changed from 3rd

to 2nd in the manual mode

For CVT vehicle

(1)

68PM00327

• When gear position is changed to “N”

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Handling the radar sensor

Adaptive cruise control system

warning light

WARNING

• Do not use the adaptive cruise con-

trol system in a heavy traffic area

where the frontal collision warning

frequently activates.

• Even if the distance between your

vehicle and the vehicle ahead is

short, frontal collision warning may

not alert you under the following

circumstances:

– The vehicle ahead of you is going

at almost the same speed as, or

faster than your vehicle.

– When the vehicle ahead of you is

going away from your vehicle.

– Right after setting up to the

desired speed.

NOTE:

If your vehicle is equipped with the radar

brake support or dual sensor brake sup-

port for details on radar sensor refer to

“Radar brake support system (if equipped)”

or “Dual sensor brake support system (if

equipped)” in this section.

52RM30090

The radar sensor (1) can be found inside

the sensor cover (2) which is located on

the radiator grill.

If this light stays on, there is a problem with

the adaptive cruise control system or radar

sensor. When the radar sensor is failure,

the function of the radar sensor stops until

the engine switch is pressed to change the

ignition mode to LOCK (OFF). Find a safe

place to park and change the ignition mode

to LOCK (OFF) by pressing the engine

switch. Restart the engine, and check that

the adaptive cruise control system warning

light goes off. If the indicator stays on after

restarting the engine, there may be a fail-

ure of the radar sensor. Ask an authorized

SUZUKI dealer to have the radar sensor

inspected.

– While depressing the accelerator

pedal or right after releasing the

pedal.

– While decelerating by depressing

the brake pedal.

(1)

(2)

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If dirt is detected on the radar sensor

cover, radar brake support system or dual

sensor brake support system will stop

functioning and the radar brake support

system indicator light (3) will come on, and

“CRUISE SYSTEM: NOT ACTIVE BY

SENSOR.” message (4) will appear as fol-

lows.

WARNING

• Always keep the sensor cover sur-

face clean. When it is dirty, wipe it

down with a soft cloth that will not

scratch the cover. Also, when the

following things are covering or

attached to the sensor cover, they

will be detected as dirt and the

radar will either take more time to

detect things or it will not detect

things at all. If this happens, the

system will not function normally

and unexpected accidents may

occur.

(Continued)

– Do not stick or affix anything to

the sensor cover, not even clear

items.

– Do not do any customizing, coat-

ing or applying of non-genuine

SUZUKI parts to the radiator grill

or front bumper. For repairs and

parts replacement, contact an

authorized SUZUKI dealer.

– Do not remove or disassemble

the radar sensor or any sur-

rounding parts.

– Do not sit on or lean against the

front bumper.

– When using a high pressure car

washer, do not point the nozzle

at, or around, the sensor cover.

– Do not push other vehicle or

objects with the front bumper

when you pull out of a parking

area.

CRUISE

SYSTEM:NOT

ACTIVE BY

SENSOR.

– Plastic bags (transparent, semi-

transparent, colored or metal-

coated)

– Rain, snow, etc.

(3)

(4)

• Observe the following instructions

in order to keep the radar sensor

functioning properly. If mishandled,

the radar sensor cannot accurately

detect a vehicle in front of you, the

system will not function properly

and unexpected accidents may

occur.

52RM30700

NOTE:

The system may not function properly if

there is any snow or water on the radar

sensor cover.

– Do not strike the radar sensor

forcefully. If there is a minor

crash and the radar sensor is

damaged or hindered, have it

inspected by an authorized

SUZUKI dealer.

(Continued)

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When dirt is detected on the sensor

cover

If the message (4) does not disappear,

perform the following procedure.

NOTE:

In the following situations, the radar brake

support system indicator light (3) may

come on, the message (4) may appear

and radar brake support system (if

equipped), or dual sensor brake support

system (if equipped) may be deactivated

automatically, even if there is no dirt on the

sensor cover.

1) Find a safe place to park and change

the ignition switch to “LOCK” position or

the ignition mode to “LOCK” (OFF) by

pressing the engine switch.

2) Clean the sensor cover with a soft

cloth.

3) Change the ignition switch to “ON”

position or the ignition mode to “ON” by

pressing the engine switch.

4) Check that the message (4) disap-

pears.

• In a tunnel

• A road where there are concrete walls

on both sides

• A road where there are metal fences on

one side

• Around overpasses or grade separated

crossings

• When there is bad weather such as rain

or snow

• If you clean the sensor cover and drive

the vehicle, but the message (4) appears

again even though the road is not in the

situations described in the following

NOTE, there might be another problem.

Contact an authorized SUZUKI dealer

for further assistance.

• A road where there are puddles

In these situations, radar brake support

system or dual sensor brake support sys-

tem is stopped functioning temporarily,

because millimeter-waves emanating from

the radar sensor cause diffused reflection

and a position of the vehicle in front of you

cannot be detected correctly.

If you drive the vehicle for about 2 minutes

after the above situations have improved,

these indicator and message will turn off

and the radar brake support system or

dual sensor brake support system will turn

back on.

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Warning and indicator messages

The information display shows the warning and indicator messages to let you know about certain problems of the adaptive cruise control

system.

Master warning

indicator light

Warning and indicator message

Sound

Cause and remedy

Blinks

Beep (one time from interior There may be malfunction

buzzer)

of the adaptive cruise con-

trol system. Contact an

authorized SUZUKI dealer

for inspection.

52RM30710

Blinks

Beep (one time from interior The message appears on

buzzer)

the information display

because dirt is detected on

the sensor cover, or milli-

meter-waves from the radar

sensor

cause

diffused

CRUISE

SYSTEM:NOT

ACTIVE BY

SENSOR.

reflection. If the message

does not disappear for a

while, wipe the sensor

cover with a soft cloth.

52RM30720

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Master warning

indicator light

Warning and indicator message

Sound

Cause and remedy

Blinks

Beep (one time from interior There may be a problem

buzzer)

with radar brake support

system.

Have your vehicle inspected

by an authorized SUZUKI

dealer.

52RM30730

Blinks

Beep (one time from interior There may be a problem

buzzer)

with radar brake support

system and the system is

disabled temporarily.

If the message does not

disappear for a while, have

your vehicle inspected by

an authorized SUZUKI

dealer.

CRUISE

SYSTEM

TEMPORARILY

DISABLED

52RM30740

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Information display

NOTE:

Speed limiter (if equipped)

If you pull down the “RES +/SET –” switch

(3) when the vehicle speed is less than 30

km/h or 20 mph, the maximum speed will be

set to 30 km/h or 20 mph.

EXAMPLE

The speed limiter allows you to choose a

maximum speed that you do not wish to

exceed.

(4) (5)

(6)

Exceeding maximum speed

Setting maximum speed

You can exceed the maximum speed tem-

porarily by quickly depressing the acceler-

ator pedal all the way down. While the

vehicle speed is exceeded, the speed indi-

cation (6) on the information display will

flash and the buzzer will sound briefly.

If the accelerator pedal is released to

return below the maximum speed, the

speed indication (6) will stop flashing and

then stay lit, and the function will restore.

Speed limiter switch

(3)

(2)

52RM30490

(4) Limit indicator

(5) “SET” indicator

(6) Speed indication

NOTE:

• When you depress the accelerator pedal

slowly, the vehicle speed may not

exceed the maximum speed. If you wish

to exceed the maximum speed, depress

the accelerator pedal all the way down

quickly or push “CANCEL” switch (2) to

cancel the maximum speed temporarily.

• The speed indication (6) will also flash

and the buzzer will sound if the speed

limiter cannot prevent the vehicle from

exceeding the maximum speed in such

cases as when going down a steep hill,

or under excessive acceleration. In this

case, decelerate to return below the

maximum speed using the brake pedal.

1) Turn on the speed limiter system by

pushing “LIMIT” switch (1). When the

limit indicator (4) appears in the infor-

mation display, you can set the maxi-

mum speed.

2) Accelerate or decelerate to the desired

speed.

3) Pull down the “RES +/SET –” switch

(3), “SET” indicator (5) appears in the

information display. The current vehicle

speed is set as the maximum speed.

(1)

52RM30200

(1) “LIMIT” switch

(2) “CANCEL” switch

(3) “RES +/SET –” switch

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Changing speed setting

Cancelling speed limiter

Radar brake support system

(if equipped)

• To cancel the speed limiter, push “CAN-

CEL” switch (2). The set indicator (5) will

disappear.

• To resume the previously set speed, pull

up the “RES +/SET –” switch (3) and

show “SET” indicator (5).

Setting to the current speed

1) Push “CANCEL” switch (2).

2) Accelerate or decelerate to the desired

speed.

Radar brake support system measures the

relative velocity of, and distance from, the

vehicle in front of you by radar and then

attempts to avoid a crash by giving warn-

ing and, in the event of a crash, attempts to

reduce damage through brake control.

3) Pull down the “RES +/SET –” switch

(3), “SET” indicator (5) appear in the

information display. The current vehicle

speed is set as the maximum speed.

To turn off the speed limiter system, push

“LIMIT” switch (1) and check that limit indi-

cator (4) disappears.

Also, you can turn off the speed limiter by

turning off the engine.

Using “RES +/SET –” switch

To change to a faster speed, press repeat-

edly or hold pulling up the “RES +/SET –”

switch (3).

WARNING

• Radar brake support system has

limits and may not function prop-

erly depending on the driving con-

ditions. Do not rely excessively on

the system and always drive in a

safe manner.

NOTE:

If you turn off the speed limiter system, the

previously set speed in the memory is

cleared. Set your speed again.

To change to a slower speed, press

repeatedly or hold pulling down the “RES

+/SET –” switch (3).

• For safety reasons, do not check

the operation of the system by

yourself.

• Check that all passengers fasten

their seat belts when the vehicle is

being operated.

NOTE:

• You can adjust the set speed by 1 km/h

(or 1 mph) by pulling up and down “RES

+/SET –” switch (3) quickly.

• You can adjust the set speed by 5 km/h

(or 5 mph) by pulling up and down and

holding “RES +/SET –” switch (3).

(e.g. 62 Km/h (or 42 mph) > 65 Km/h (or

45 mph) > 70 Km/h (or 50 mph), etc)

• If the current vehicle speed exceeds the

maximum speed when changing to the

slower speed using “RES +/SET –”

switch (3), the speed indication (6) will

flash and the buzzer will sound.

When the system is activated, there

is a risk of serious injury from

being thrown.

(Continued)

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WARNING

NOTE:

• While the system is working, if a vehicle

in front of you moves outside of the

radar’s detection field or the vehicle can

no longer be detected, the system may

stop functioning.

(Continued)

• On the following surfaces, you may

not be able to decelerate even with

the warning brake system, the

brake assist system and automatic

brake system functioning.

– On sharp curves or extremely

rough surfaces

• While the system is working, a braking

sound may be heard even if you do not

depress the brake pedal, but this is nor-

mal.

– On the following slippery sur-

faces

• Frozen or snow-covered sur-

faces

• Over manholes or metal con-

struction plates

• Gravel

The radar brake support system, model

MRRevo14F is in compliance with the

essential requirements and other relevant

provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

• In the following situations, the tilt

and/or height of the vehicle is

changed, the system does not

function properly and unexpected

accidents may occur.

– With

a

modified suspension

(Altering the vehicle height, etc.)

– With non-specified sized tires

equipped

– With worn or extremely uneven

tires equipped

– With low or high tire pressure

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Frontal collision warning

When there is a risk of a frontal collision, a warning will be given through the information

display and sound.

EXAMPLE

buzzer

52RM30100

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Warning brake system

If the driver cannot take or is insufficient to take evasive action such as brake operation

and steering operation after frontal collision warning activates, the system applies brake

lightly.

EXAMPLE

buzzer

52RM30110

CAUTION

In the following conditions, this warning brake system may not activate.

• When another vehicle is already parked on a road in the direction of move-

ment.

• When a vehicle ahead is changing lane and only a part of the vehicle is within

the radar sensor range.

NOTE:

When you operate brake after frontal collision warning activates, the warning brake sys-

tem does not activate. Brake assist system will activate in this case.

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Brake assist system

When there is high probability of a frontal collision, the brake assist system provides more

powerful braking when you slam down on the brake pedal.

EXAMPLE

buzzer

52RM30120

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Automatic brake system

When a frontal collision is unavoidable at lower speeds, the brakes will powerfully operate

automatically. (#1)

EXAMPLE

buzzer

52RM30130

(#1) After the vehicle has been stopped by the automatic brake system, flashing of the

radar brake support system indicator light and frontal collision warning will continue

until the brake system is released.

CAUTION

After the vehicle has been stopped by the automatic brake system, immediately

depress the brake pedal. If your vehicle is equipped with the automatic transaxle

or CVT, and when the automatic brake system is released, the vehicle will start to

move by the creeping function. This may result in an accident.

NOTE:

If you do not depress the clutch pedal when the vehicle has been stopped by the auto-

matic brake system, the engine will stall.

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Situations where radar will not acti-

vate properly

Situations where radar may not

activate properly

EXAMPLE

Under the following situations, there is a

high possibility that the system will not acti-

vate.

• When the engine is off (except when the

engine is automatically stopped by the

ENG A-STOP system)

Under the following situations, the radar

may not detect a vehicle in front of you cor-

rectly and the system may not activate.

• When the radar sensor cover is covered

in snow, water or dirt

• When there is bad weather such as rain

or fog, a blizzard or sandstorm or when

the vehicle in front of you is surrounded

by water, snow or sand

• When you are operating on a narrow

road

• When another vehicle jumps out sud-

denly

• When the gearshift lever is in the reverse

gear

• When facing an oncoming vehicle

• When the following switches are pushed

and the system is turned off:

54P000322

– Radar brake support OFF switch

®

– ESP OFF switch

• When you take evasive action with the

steering wheel or accelerator pedal

• When you suddenly accelerate and

approach the vehicle in front of you,

such as when you overtake the vehicle

in front of you

• When the system is temporarily stopped

or malfunctioning, some of the following

indicator and messages will come on:

– Master warning indicator light

– “RADAR BRAKE SUPPORT SYS

INSPECTION REQUIRED” message

– “CRUISE SYSTEM TEMPORARILY

DISABLED” message

EXAMPLE

• When swerving

• When the vehicle cannot move in a

straight manner without consistently

steering, due to an accident or break-

down

– “CRUISE SYSTEM:NOT ACTIVE BY

SENSOR” message

54P000323

• When only a part of the vehicle in front of

you is within the radar’s detection field,

such as when operating on a curvy road

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EXAMPLE

54P000325

• Specially shaped vehicles such as car

carriers

Situations where radar may activate

by chance

54P000324

54P000327

With the following objects, the radar may

judge that there is a vehicle in front of you,

and the system may activate.

• When another vehicle suddenly changes

lanes or jumps out in front of you

• Toll gates, parking lot gates, railroad

crossing gates or height-limit signboards

When the following types of vehicles are in

front of you, the radar may not detect them

and the system may not activate.

• Stopped vehicles or those operating at

extremely low speeds

EXAMPLE

• Vehicles carrying oddly shaped loads,

such as bicycles, on their roof or back, or

vehicles with articles protruding out from

the body’s circumference

• Trucks with low-lying backs

54P000328

54P000326

• Pedestrian bridges, elevated bridges,

overpasses or road signs

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• Objects protruding from the road’s sur-

face, manhole covers, signs and other

metal objects, as well as falling objects

or level changes in the road

EXAMPLE

In the following situations, the radar may

judge that there is a vehicle in front of you,

and the system may activate.

• When crossing narrow bridges

• When operating on hills that have vary-

ing slopes

• When a vehicle suddenly passes you

from a neighboring lane

• When the radar detects animals or trees

54P000330

54P000332

EXAMPLE

• When you pass by an oncoming vehicle

on a curvy road

• When there is a roadside guard rail, or

sign on a curve

EXAMPLE

54P000329

• When the radar detects pedestrians,

bicycles or motorcycles

54P000331

• When your vehicle is weighed down by

heavy items in the luggage compartment

or rear seat

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Frontal collision warning

Warning brake system

CAUTION

When you are operating at a speed of

approximately 5 km/h (3 mph) or over and

there is a risk of a frontal collision, the

warning will work.

• The interior buzzer will intermittently

beep and the indication (1) will appear.

When you are operating at a speed of

approximately 30 km/h (19 mph) or over

and if the driver cannot take or is insufficient

to take evasive action such as brake opera-

tion and steering operation after frontal colli-

sion warning activates, the system applies

brake lightly.

• While the warning brake system is work-

ing, the interior buzzer will intermittently

beep, the radar brake support system

indicator light (1) will blink, the indicator

(2) will appear, and the brake lights will

come on.

In the following conditions, this warn-

ing brake system may not activate.

• When another vehicle is already

parked on a road in the direction of

movement.

• When a vehicle ahead is changing

lane and only a part of the vehicle is

within the radar sensor range.

NOTE:

When you operate brake after frontal colli-

sion warning activates, the warning brake

system does not activate. Brake assist

system will activate in this case.

(1)

68PM00327

• When the frontal collision warning

sounds, depending on the distance from

the vehicle in front of you and driving

conditions, take evasive action with the

steering wheel or brake pedal.

(1)

(2)

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Radar brake support OFF switch

Brake assist system

Automatic brake system

When you are operating at a speed of

approximately 5 km/h (3 mph) or over and

there is a high probability of a frontal colli-

sion, the brake assist system provides

more powerful braking when you slam

down on the brake pedal.

• While the brake assist system is work-

ing, the interior buzzer will intermittently

beep, the radar brake support system

indicator light (1) will blink rapidly, and

the indicator (2) will appear.

When a frontal collision is judged to be

unavoidable at speeds between approxi-

mately 5 km/h to 30 km/h (3 mph to 9 mph),

the brakes will powerfully operate automati-

cally and will attempt to avoid the collision

or reduce the damage of the collision.

• When the automatic brake system is acti-

vated at a speed of approximately 15 km/h

(9 mph) or under, collision may be avoid-

able.

• While the automatic brake system is

working, the interior buzzer will intermit-

tently beep, the radar brake support sys-

tem indicator light (1) will blink rapidly,

the indication (2) will appear, and the

brake lights will come on.

You can turn off the radar brake support

system.

• In the following situations, push and hold

the radar brake support OFF switch as

unexpected dangers may be possible if it

is activated.

– When the vehicle is placed upon a tes-

ter such as when undergoing a vehicle

inspection

– When the vehicle is being towed

– When the vehicle is being carried on a

car carrier

– When the vehicle is being carried on a

ferry

– When the vehicle is being operated on

a race track

– When the vehicle is placed upon a car

elevator or placed in a mechanical

parking lot

– With

a

spare tire or tire chains

equipped

– When you have a temporarily repaired

(1)

(2)

flat tire

– When you have an accident or break-

down

52RM30140

– When the vehicle is used to tow a

trailer

(1)

(2)

• In the following situations, the radar sen-

sor might not function properly. Turn it off

and have it inspected by an authorized

SUZUKI dealer.

52RM30140

– When there is a minor collision and the

radar sensor is damaged or hindered

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– When the warning brake system and

automatic brake system are activated

frequently

NOTE:

Handling radar sensor

This OFF indicator (3) appears also at the

Information Display.

The radar sensor (1) can be found inside

the sensor cover (2) which is located on

the radiator grill.

Perform the following method to turn the

system back on.

• Push and hold the radar brake support

OFF switch (1) until the interior buzzer

beeps and the radar brake support OFF

indicator light (2) turns off.

• Turn off the engine and then turn it on

again.

WARNING

(1)

If you attempt to press the radar

brake support OFF switch while driv-

ing, you could lose control of the

vehicle.

(1)

54P000337

(2)

Do not press the radar brake support

OFF switch while driving.

52RM30210

(2)

(3)

68PM10301

• When you want to turn off the system,

push and hold the radar brake support

OFF switch (1) until the interior buzzer

beeps and the radar brake support OFF

indicator light (2) appears in the instru-

ment cluster.

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WARNING

If dirt is detected on the radar sensor

cover, the radar brake support system will

stop functioning and the radar brake sup-

port system indicator light (3) will come on,

and “CRUISE SYSTEM: NOT ACTIVE BY

SENSOR.” message (4) will appear as fol-

lows.

WARNING

• Always keep the sensor cover sur-

face clean. When it is dirty, wipe it

down with a soft cloth that will not

scratch the cover. Also, when the

following things are covering or

attached to the sensor cover, they

will be detected as dirt and the

radar will either take more time to

detect things or it will not detect

things at all. If this happens, the

system will not function normally

and unexpected accidents may

occur.

(Continued)

– Do not stick or affix anything to

the sensor cover, not even clear

items.

– Do not do any customizing, coat-

ing or applying of non-genuine

SUZUKI parts to the radiator grill

or front bumper. For repairs and

parts replacement, contact an

authorized SUZUKI dealer.

– Do not remove or disassemble

the radar sensor or any sur-

rounding parts.

– Do not sit on or lean against the

front bumper.

– When using a high pressure car

washer, do not point the nozzle

at, or around, the sensor cover.

– Do not push other vehicle or

objects with the front bumper

when you pull out of a parking

area.

CRUISE

SYSTEM:NOT

ACTIVE BY

SENSOR.

– Plastic bags (transparent, semi-

transparent, colored or metal-

coated)

(3)

(4)

– Rain, snow, etc.

• Observe the following instructions

in order to keep the radar sensor

functioning properly. If mishandled,

the radar sensor cannot accurately

detect a vehicle in front of you, the

system will not function properly

and unexpected accidents may

occur.

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NOTE:

The system may not function properly if

there is any snow or water on the radar

sensor cover.

– Do not strike the radar sensor

forcefully. If there is a minor

crash and the radar sensor is

damaged or hindered, have it

inspected by an authorized

SUZUKI dealer.

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When dirt is detected on the sensor

cover

If the message (4) does not disappear,

perform the following procedure.

NOTE:

In the following situations, the radar brake

support system indicator light (3) may

come on, the message (4) may appear

and the radar brake support system may

be deactivated automatically, even if there

is no dirt on the sensor cover.

1) Find a safe place to park and change

the ignition switch to “LOCK” position or

the ignition mode to “LOCK” (OFF) by

pressing the engine switch.

2) Clean the sensor cover with a soft

cloth.

3) Change the ignition switch to “ON”

position or the ignition mode to “ON” by

pressing the engine switch.

4) Check that the message (4) disap-

pears.

• In a tunnel

• A road where there are concrete walls

on both sides

• A road where there are metal fences on

one side

• Around overpasses or grade separated

crossings

• When there is bad weather such as rain

or snow

• A road where there are puddles

• If you clean the sensor cover and drive

the vehicle, but the message (4) appears

again even though the road is not in the

situations described in the following

NOTE, there might be another problem.

Contact an authorized SUZUKI dealer

for further assistance.

In these situations, the radar brake support

system is stopped functioning temporarily,

because millimeter-waves emanating from

the radar sensor cause diffused reflection

and a position of the vehicle in front of you

cannot be detected correctly.

If you drive the vehicle for about 2 minutes

after the above situations have improved,

these indicator and message will turn off

and the radar brake support system will

turn back on.

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Warning and indicator messages

The information display shows the warning and indicator message to let you know about certain problems of the radar brake support

system.

Master warning

indicator light

Warning and indicator message

Sound

Cause and remedy

Blinks

Beep (one time from interior There may be a problem with

buzzer)

the radar brake support sys-

tem.

Have your vehicle inspected

by an authorized SUZUKI

dealer.

52RM30730

Blinks

Beep (one time from interior There may be a problem with

buzzer)

the radar brake support sys-

tem and the system is dis-

abled temporarily.

If the message does not dis-

appear for a while, have your

vehicle inspected by an

authorized SUZUKI dealer.

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Master warning

indicator light

Warning and indicator message

Sound

Cause and remedy

Blinks

Beep (one time from interior The radar brake support sys-

buzzer)

tem is disabled temporarily

because dirt is detected on

the sensor cover, or millime-

ter-waves from the radar

sensor cause diffused reflec-

tion.

If the message does not dis-

appear for a while, wipe the

sensor cover with

cloth.

a

soft

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NOTE:

Dual sensor brake support

system (if equipped)

• While the system is working, if a vehicle

in front of you moves outside of the dual

sensor's detection field or the vehicle

can no longer be detected, the system

may stop functioning.

Dual sensor brake support

• While the system is working, a braking

sound may be heard even if you do not

depress the brake pedal, but this is nor-

mal.

Dual sensor brake support is a system that

detects a vehicle or a pedestrian in front of

your vehicle by the dual sensor, attempts

to avoid a collision by giving warning to the

driver, and attempts to reduce damage in

the event of a crash.

WARNING

• Dual sensor brake support has lim-

its and may not function properly

depending on the driving condi-

tions. Do not rely excessively on

the system and always drive in a

safe manner.

• For safety reasons, do not check

the operation of the system by

yourself.

• Check that all passengers fasten

their seat belts when the vehicle is

being operated.

When the system is activated, there

is a risk of serious injury from

being thrown.

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Frontal collision warning

When there is a risk of a frontal collision, a warning will be given through the information

display and sound.

EXAMPLE

buzzer

52RM30320

Brake assist system

When there is high probability of a frontal collision, the brake assist system provides more

powerful braking when you slam down on the brake pedal. Brake assist system might

work at the same time as automatic brake system.

EXAMPLE

buzzer

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Automatic brake system

When a frontal collision is unavoidable, the brakes will powerfully operate automatically.

(#1)

EXAMPLE

Indicator

light

buzzer

52RM30340

(#1) After the vehicle has been stopped by the automatic brake system, the interior

buzzer will continue to beep until the automatic brake system is released. Also, the

indication on the information display and the dual sensor brake support indicator light

will go off after 3 seconds from being released the automatic brake system.

CAUTION

After the vehicle has been stopped by the automatic brake system, immediately

depress the brake pedal. If your vehicle is equipped with the automatic transaxle

or CVT, and when the automatic brake system is released, the vehicle will start to

move by the creeping function. This may result in an accident.

NOTE:

If you do not depress the clutch pedal when the vehicle has been stopped by the auto-

matic brake system, the engine will stall.

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Situations where the system does not

activate

Under the following situations, the system

does not activate.

• When the engine is off (except when the

engine is automatically stopped by the

ENG A-STOP system)

• When dual sensor brake support indica-

tor light and lane departure warning indi-

cator light are the initial lighting

immediately after the engine switch is

pressed to change the ignition mode to

ON.

Situations where the vehicle may not

decelerate properly

Under the following situations, the vehicle

may not decelerate properly even when

the system is activated.

• When the outside temperature is low, or

when the temperature of the brake is low

such as right after starting

• When the brake is overheating and the

brake effect is deteriorated due to con-

tinuing to travel on a downhill road

• When the brake effect is deteriorated

due to passing over puddles or washing

the vehicle

• When driving on the following roads

– On sharp curves or extremely rough

surfaces

– On a steep slope

• When driving on the following slippery

surfaces

Situations where the system may acti-

vate by chance

Under the following situations, the dual

sensor may judge that there is a vehicle or

a pedestrian in front of you, and the sys-

tem may activate. Drive carefully and

calmly.

• When passing through a toll booth with

more than recommended speeds

• Before the parking lot gates or railroad

crossing gates are opened fully

• When operating on hills that have vary-

ing slopes

• When you suddenly accelerate and

approach the vehicle in front of you or on

neighboring lane

• Front visibility is poor due to that there is

water vapor, sand or smoke or when the

vehicle in front of you or on oncoming

lane is surrounded by exhaust, water or

snow

• When passing through masses of water

vapor or smoke

• When stopping close to an obstacle in

front of you

• When passing through near a vehicle or

obstacle

• When the gearshift lever is in reverse

gear

®

• When the ESP system is activated

(except the frontal collision warning)

• When the following switches are pushed

and the system is turned off:

– Dual sensor brake support OFF switch

®

– ESP OFF switch

– Frozen or snow-covered surfaces

– Over manholes or metal construction

plates

– Gravel

• When driving in a rainy day

• When the dual sensor is temporarily

stopped or malfunctioning

Situations where the system may not

activate properly

Under the following situations, the system

may not activate.

• When the dual sensor cannot detect a

vehicle or a pedestrian in front of your

vehicle

Refer to “Handling dual sensor” in the

“OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE” section.

• When you take evasive action with the

steering wheel or accelerator pedal

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• When you pass by an oncoming vehicle

when you turn to the right / left

• When the posture of the vehicle is

changing by the road surface of the

undulation and uneven

• When there is objects protruding from

the road’s surface, manhole covers,

signs and other metal objects, as well as

falling objects or level changes in the

road

• When there is a parking lot gates, toll

gates, railroad crossing gates or sign-

boards in the direction of travel.

Frontal collision warning

When the followings, there is a risk of a

frontal collision and a warning will work.

• When you are operating at speeds

between approximately 15 km/h to 140

km/h (9 mph to 87 mph).(For pedestrian,

operating speed is between approxi-

mately 15 km/h to 60 km/h (9 mph to 37

mph).)

EXAMPLE

• The relative speed between your vehicle

and the vehicle or pedestrian ahead is

approximately 15 km/h (9 mph) or more.

• When driving in the field covered with

grown grass

• When the posture of the vehicle is

changing

The interior buzzer will intermittently beep

and the indication on the information dis-

play will appear.

54P000330

• When you pass by an oncoming vehicle

on a curvy road

• When the mounting position of the dual

sensor is shifted by strong impact

• When you pass under an object (grade

separation, road sign, billboard, street

lamp, etc.) at the top of an uphill road

EXAMPLE

52RM30350

54P000332

When the frontal collision warning sounds,

depending on the distance from the vehicle

in front of you and driving conditions, take

evasive action with the steering wheel or

brake pedal.

• When there is a roadside guard rail, or

sign on a curve

• When you pass by an oncoming vehicle

that is stopped to make a right/left turn

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Brake assist system

Automatic brake system

When the followings and there is a high

probability of a frontal collision, the brake

assist system provides more powerful

braking when you slam down on the brake

pedal.

When the followings and a frontal collision

is judged to be unavoidable, the brakes will

powerfully operate automatically.

Indicator

light

• When you are operating at speeds

between approximately 5 km/h to 100

km/h (3 mph to 62 mph).(For pedestrian,

operating speed is between approxi-

mately 5 km/h to 60 km/h (3 mph to 37

mph).)

• The relative speed between your vehicle

and the vehicle or pedestrian ahead is

approximately 5 km/h (3 mph) or more.

• When you are operating at speeds

between approximately 15 km/h to 80

km/h (9 mph to 50 mph).(For pedestrian,

operating speed is between approxi-

mately 15 km/h to 60 km/h (9 mph to 37

mph).)

• The relative speed between your vehicle

and the vehicle or pedestrian ahead is

approximately 15 km/h (9 mph) or more.

52RM30360

When the automatic brake system is acti-

vated at a speed of approximately 50 km/h

(31 mph) or under toward the vehicle in

front of you (or toward the pedestrian,

approximately 30 km/h (19 mph) or under),

collisions may be avoidable.

NOTE:

When the brake assist system activates,

the frontal collision warning also activates

at the same time.

The indication on the information display

and the dual sensor brake support indica-

tor light will go off after approximately 3

seconds from being released the auto-

matic brake system.

While the automatic brake system is acti-

vating, the interior buzzer will intermittently

beep, the dual sensor brake support indi-

cator light will blink rapidly, the indication

on the information display will appear, and

the brake lights will come on.

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• When the dual sensor is temporarily

stopped or malfunctioning

• When the system judges that the inten-

tional lane change, such as during or

after flashing the turn signal lights

Lane departure warning

WARNING

When you are operating at a speed of

approximately 60 km/h (37 mph) or over

and the dual sensor judges that your vehi-

cle is to deviate from the running lane, the

following warnings will work.

• The lane departure warning indicator

light will blink

• A message will appear on the informa-

tion display

• The steering wheel will vibrate

• The lane departure warning may

not be suitable for every situation.

Also, the system is not designed to

avoid the lane deviations automati-

cally. Do not rely excessively on

the system and always drive in a

safe manner.

• Depending on road surface condi-

tions, you may not feel the vibra-

tion of the steering wheel even

when the lane departure warning

works.

Situations where the system may not

activate properly

Under the following situations, the system

may not activate.

• When you suddenly close to the partition

lines

• When driving on sharp curves

• When you do not return to inside of the

lane after the lane departure warning is

activated

EXAMPLE

• For safety reasons, do not check

the operation of the system by

yourself.

• When the electric power steering light

comes on

Situations where the system does not

activate

Under the following situations, the system

does not activate.

• When dual sensor brake support indica-

tor light and lane departure warning indi-

cator light are the initial lighting

immediately after the engine switch is

pressed to change the ignition mode to

ON.

If the dual sensor cannot detect partition

lines except for above situations, the sys-

tem may also not activate. Refer to “Situa-

tions where the dual sensor may not

activate properly” in this section for details.

Indicator

light

B TYPE

CLUSTER

METER

C TYPE

CLUSTER

METER

• When the following switches are pushed

and the system is turned off:

52RM30750

– Lane departure warning OFF switch

®

– ESP OFF switch

• When operated the hazard warning

switch

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Situations where the system may acti-

vate by chance

Under the following situations, the system

may activate.

• When there are a lot of lines in the run-

ning lane

• When there is a shadow (for example,

the shadow of the guardrail) parallel to

the partition line

• When partition line is in the shadows

• When there is a shadow of guard rail

• When partition lines are drawn doubly

• When there is a liner paint on the road of

a construction zone because the previ-

ous line has not been erased completely

• When there is repair marks on the road

or a boundary between asphalt and

snow

• When there is tire marks on snow-cov-

ered or wet road

• When driving in the place without parti-

tion lines (such as a tollgate or check-

point, or at an intersection, etc.)

• When driving on the road diverges,

merges, etc.

Vehicle swaying warning

WARNING

When you are operating at a speed of

approximately 60 km/h (37 mph) or over

and the vehicle swaying warning judges

that your vehicle is unsteadiness by

detecting the meandering patterns or lane

departure warning is activated in a short

period of time in a row following warnings

will work.

• The lane departure warning indicator

light will blink

• A message will appear on the informa-

tion display

• The vehicle swaying warning may

not be suitable for every situation.

Also, the system is not designed to

avoid the unsteadiness of the vehi-

cle automatically. Do not rely

excessively on the system and

always drive in a safe manner.

• For safety reasons, do not check

the operation of the system by

yourself.

NOTE:

• The interior buzzer will intermittently

beep

Vehicle swaying warning by the meander-

ing pattern of the vehicle in the lane is

judged based on the driving data over the

past several tens of minutes, so the sys-

tem does not activate when right after

swaying.

EXAMPLE

Situations where the system does not

activate

Under the following situations, the system

does not activate.

• When dual sensor brake support indica-

tor light and lane departure warning indi-

cator light are the initial lighting

immediately after the engine switch is

pressed to change the ignition mode to

ON.

C TYPE

CLUSTER

METER

B TYPE

CLUSTER

METER

Indicator

light

• When driving on an unpaved or rough

road

• When the following switches are pushed

and the system is turned off:

52RM30760

– Lane departure warning OFF switch

®

– ESP OFF switch

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• When the dual sensor is temporarily

stopped or malfunctioning

Under the all of the following conditions

are met, the high beams (main beams)

turns on.

How to use High beam assist

Situations where the system may not

activate properly

Under the following situations, the system

may not activate.

• Right after lane changing

• When vehicle speed is approximately 40

km/h (24.9 mph) or over

• When the front of the vehicle is dark

• When the vehicle in front of you is driv-

ing without lights

• There is few street lamps in front of you

If the dual sensor cannot detect partition

lines except for above situations, the sys-

tem may also not activate. Refer to “Situa-

tions where the dual sensor may not

activate properly” in this section for details.

WARNING

• High beam assist has limits and

may not function properly depend-

ing on the surrounding environ-

ment.

Always drive in a safe manner,

switch manually to the low beams

and high beams (main beams), if

necessary.

52R40460

When the engine switch is pressed to

change the ignition mode to ON, switch the

lighting control lever to “AUTO” position

and then push this lever forward. High

beam assist indicator light comes on in

green.

High beam assist

After the auto high beam switch operation,

head light is turned ON with the lighting

control lever on “Auto” position when the

ambient becomes dark, the system is acti-

vated. When the high beam assist is acti-

vated, auto high beam indicator (green)

comes on.

• Switching of the low beams and

high beams (main beams) it might

not match the feeling of the driver.

To cancel the function, pull the lever

toward you.

NOTE:

• Light vehicle such as a bicycle might not

detect.

• When the sudden acceleration, high

beam assist might not operate for a few

seconds, even if vehicle speed exceeds

40km/h (24.9 mph).

Under the any of following situations, the

low beam turns on.

• When vehicle speed is approximately 35

km/h (21.7 mph) or under

• When the front of the vehicle is bright

• When the vehicle in front of you turned

on the lights

• There are many street lamps in front of

you

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Situations where the system does not

activate

• When the high beam assist indicator

light (orange) comes on by the temporar-

ily stop or malfunction of system.

Under the following situations, high

beam may not automatically switched

to low beam.

• When you pass by an oncoming vehicle

on a curvy road where the visibility is

poor

• When another vehicle crosses in front of

you

• When the vehicle in front of you

glimpses due to continuous curves,

medial strip or street trees

• When the vehicle in front of you

approaches towards you from the far

lane

• When the vehicle in front of you is driv-

ing without lights

– On sharp curves or extremely rough

surfaces

– On a steep slope

• When your vehicle is weighed down by

heavy items in the luggage compartment

or rear seat

NOTE:

When the function of the dual sensor brake

support is temporarily stopped, high beam

assist will be temporarily stopped. Refer to

“Temporary stop or failure of the dual sen-

sor” in this section for details.

Under the following situations, the

brightness of the surrounding area can

not be detected accurately, and there is

a case where the high beam is a nui-

sance to pedestrians or the vehicle

ahead, or low beam will remain to con-

tinue.

In these cases, change high beam or

low beam manually.

• When lights are similar to headlights or

taillights are around

• When the vehicle in front of you is driv-

ing without lights

• When the headlights of oncoming vehi-

cle are covered in dirt or discolored

• When the optical axis of the headlight of

oncoming vehicle is deviated

• When the brightness is changed

extremely and continuously

• When driving on an undulated or bumpy

road

When high beam assist indicator light

(orange) is the initial lighting immediately

after the engine switch is pressed to

change the ignition mode to ON.

When switched to low beam by passing

each other with the oncoming vehicle on

the curve, until emerge from the curve it

may not be switched to the high beams

(main beams).

For the following cause, there is case

where the switching timing of the high

beam and low beam is varied.

• When the lights of the vehicle in front of

you is dark

• When only one side of the lights of the

vehicle in front of you is turned on

• The directions and movements of the

vehicle in front of you

• When the vehicle in front of you is a

motorcycle

• When driving on the following roads

• When driving on the road with a lot of

curves

• When there are things that strongly

reflect light, such as road signs or mir-

rors in front of the vehicle

• When the rear part of the preceding

vehicle strongly reflects light, such as

containers

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• When the headlights of your car are

damaged or covered in dirt

• When the vehicle is tilted due to the flat

tires or being towed

– When tires are not inflated to the rec-

ommended tire inflation pressure

– With worn tires equipped

– With non-specified sized tires or

wheels equipped

– With a modified suspension equipped

– When attaching an item which inter-

feres with the visibility of the dual sen-

sor

– When the vehicle is being weighed

down by heavy items

Dual sensor brake support OFF

switch

You can turn off the dual sensor brake sup-

port system.

• In the following situations, push and hold

the dual sensor brake support OFF

switch as unexpected dangers may be

possible if it is activated.

– When the vehicle is placed upon a tes-

ter such as when undergoing a vehicle

inspection

– When the vehicle is put up on a lift,

and the tires are idling

Other than the described above, the dual

sensor cannot be detected the vehicle in

front of you or light source, and there is a

case where high beam assist may not acti-

vate properly.

Refer to “Situations where the dual sensor

may not activate properly” in this section

for details.

– When the vehicle is used to tow a

trailer

Under the following situations, switch

high beam or low beam manually.

• When switching back and forth between

the high beams (main beams) and low

beams frequently

• When there is a problem using the high

beams (main beams)

– When the vehicle is being towed

– When the vehicle is being carried on a

car carrier

– When the vehicle is being operated on

a race track

– When there is vinyl curtains or pendu-

lous branches in front of the vehicle

– When driving in the field covered with

grown grass

(2)

(1)

• When it is considered disturbing to other

drivers or pedestrians

– When using an automatic car washer

– When the vehicle is placed upon a car

elevator or placed in a mechanical

parking lot

There is a case where high beams (main

beams) is switched to low beams by the

fog lights of the vehicle in front of you.

– With

a

spare tire or tire chains

52RM30370

Street lights, traffic signals, and illumina-

tion of billboards or signs may cause the

high beams (main beams) to switch to the

low beams, or low beam to remain on.

equipped

– When you have a temporarily repaired

flat tire

– When you have an accident or break-

down

– When the automatic brake system is

activated frequently

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• When you want to turn off the system,

push and hold the dual sensor brake

support OFF switch (1) until the interior

buzzer beeps and the dual sensor brake

support OFF indicator light (2) comes

on.

Lane departure warning OFF switch

WARNING

You can turn off the lane departure warning

and the vehicle swaying warning.

If you attempt to press the lane

departure warning OFF switch while

driving, you could lose control of the

vehicle.

Do not press the lane departure warn-

ing OFF switch while driving.

Perform the following method to turn the

system back on.

(2)

• Push and hold the dual sensor brake

support OFF switch (1) until the interior

buzzer beeps and the dual sensor brake

support OFF indicator light (2) goes off.

• Turn off the engine and then turn it on

again.

NOTE:

Once the system is turned off, it does not

turn on automatically, even if you turn off

the engine and then start the engine again.

To turn the system back on, push the

switch again.

(1)

WARNING

If you attempt to press the dual sen-

sor brake support OFF switch while

driving, you could lose control of the

vehicle.

Do not press the dual sensor brake

support OFF switch while driving.

52RM30380

• When you want to turn off the system,

push and hold the lane departure warn-

ing OFF switch (1) until the interior

buzzer beeps and the lane departure

warning OFF indicator light (2) comes

on.

Perform the following method to turn the

system back on.

• Push and hold the lane departure warn-

ing OFF switch (1) until the interior

buzzer beeps and the lane departure

warning OFF indicator light (2) goes off.

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WARNING

Handling dual sensor

WARNING

The detection performance of the

dual sensor has limits and the dual

sensor cannot detect all vehicles,

pedestrian, object of the high beam

assist (such as the lights of the vehi-

cle in front of you, street lamps, etc.)

or partition lines. Do not rely exces-

sively on the system and always

drive in a safe manner.

• Observe the following instructions

in order to keep the dual sensor

functioning properly. If mishandled,

the dual sensor cannot accurately

detect a vehicle, a pedestrian, an

object of the high beam assist

(such as the lights of the vehicle in

front of you, street lamps, etc.) or

partition lines in front of you, the

system will not function properly

and unexpected accidents may

occur.

(Continued)

– Do not remove or disassemble

the dual sensor.

– Do not stick or affix anything to

the lens of the dual sensor, not

even clear items.

(1)

• When the windshield around the

dual sensor is deformed or dam-

aged, or the windshield in front of

the dual sensor is cracked because

of an accident, the dual sensor can-

not detect the front a vehicle, a

pedestrian, an object of the high

beam assist (such as the lights of

the vehicle in front of you, street

lamps, etc.) or partition lines prop-

erly. If driving with these damaged

parts, the dual sensor brake sup-

port will not function properly and

unexpected accidents may occur.

Operate the dual sensor brake sup-

port OFF switch to turn off the dual

sensor brake support, and ask an

authorized SUZUKI dealer to have

them inspected.

52RM30390

(1) Dual sensor

– Do not touch the lens of the dual

sensor.

– Do not clean the lens of the dual

sensor by yourself.

– Do not strike the body of, or any

surrounding parts of the dual

sensor.

(Continued)

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WARNING

Laser explanatory label

WARNING

(Continued)I

• Do not remove or disassemble

laser sensor parts of dual sensor.

• Do not look into irradiation portion

of dual sensor by using the optical

instrument such as magnifying

glass, the objective glass, etc at

distance within 10 cm (3.9 inch)

from dual sensor when the ignition

mode is “ON”. Your eyes might be

damaged by laser.

• Do not apply any accessories

(other than SUZUKI genuine acces-

sories), films or stickers to the area

listed below. These may affect with

visibility of the dual sensor. If the

area of the dual sensor is

obstructed, the dual sensor cannot

detect any vehicles, pedestrians,

objects of the high beam assist

(such as the lights of the vehicle in

front of you, street lamps, etc.)

properly and the dual sensor brake

support may not function properly.

Also, if applying them to an area

other than the prohibited area, it

may affect with the function of the

dual sensor by reflection of light or

an image. In this case, move them

to another place.

52RM30510

Laser classification label

– On windshield

52RM30520

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When there is a large temperature gap

between inside of the vehicle and outside

air (such as winter), windshield is easy to

fog. If the front portion of dual sensor on

the windshield is fogged up or covered

with condensation or ice, the dual sensor

brake support indicator light blinks and

dual sensor brake support may not acti-

vate temporarily. In this case, use the front

defroster to remove the fog, etc.

WARNING

Do not stick a sticker or a film

(including transparent thing) on the

front of dual sensor of the windshield

as shown in the below illustration.

Do not stick a sticker or a film

(including transparent thing) below

the dual sensor camera inside the

windshield shown as following illus-

tration.

(1)

(2)

When cleaning inside of the windshield, do

not adhere the glass cleaner to lens.

(3)

(4)

52RM30600

52RM30610

(1) (2) Prohibited area

(3) (4) Prohibited area

The prohibited area (1) and (2) are shown

as below.

(1) From top edge of windshield to dual

sensor approximately 10 cm (3.9

inch) below of the bottom end of dual

sensor

(2) Approximately 20 cm (7.8 inch) from

the center of dual sensor to right and

left approximately 10 cm (3.9 inch)

The prohibited area (3) and (4) are shown

as below.

(3) To approximately 10 cm (3.9 inch)

below the bottom end of dual sensor

(4) Approximately 20 cm (7.8 inch) from

the center of dual sensor to right and

left approximately 10 cm (3.9 inch)

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Temporary stop or failure of the dual sensor

The following chart shows the temporary stop or failure of the dual sensor.

(1) Dual sensor brake support indicator

light

Dual sensor

Temporary

Stop

(2) Lane departure warning indicator light

(3) High beam assist indicator light

(orange)

Failure

(4) Indication of information display

(1)

(2)

(3)

On

#1: Depending on the cause of the tem-

porary stop or failure, the following

message may appear simultaneously.

EXAMPLE

C TYPE

CLUSTER METER

B TYPE

CLUSTER METER

B TYPE

CLUSTER METER

C TYPE

CLUSTER METER

On

Off

On

B TYPE

C TYPE

CLUSTER METER CLUSTER METER

(#1)

(4)

B TYPE

C TYPE

CLUSTER METER

52RM30570

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NOTE:

Restart the engine, and check that the dual

sensor brake support indicator light and

lane departure warning indicator light go

off.

• If both of the indicators stay on after

restarting the engine, there may be a

failure of the dual sensor. Ask an autho-

rized SUZUKI dealer to have the dual

sensor inspected.

When the function of the dual sensor is

temporarily stopped or malfunctioning, all

of following functions will be turned off.

• Dual sensor brake support

• Lane departure warning

• Vehicle swaying warning

• High beam assist

(1)

Temporary stop of the dual sensor

Under the following situations, the function

of the dual sensor stops temporarily.

When the situations are improved, the

temporary stop of the function will be can-

celed.

• When the visibility of the dual sensor is

poor

Refer to “Situations where the dual sen-

sor may not activate properly” in this

section for details.

• When the temperature of the body of

dual sensor is high

• When the systems related the dual sen-

sor brake support are stopped temporar-

ily

• When the battery has a voltage abnor-

mality

NOTE:

• Under the following situations, the dual

sensor brake support indicator light and

lane departure warning indicator light

come on after the engine has been

started, it does not indicate a malfunc-

tion. Once the engine switch is pressed

to change the ignition mode to LOCK

(OFF) and then the engine is restarted,

these indicators will go off.

75RM238

(1) About 1 – 2 m (3.3 – 6.6 ft)

WARNING

Even when the detection conditions

are satisfied, not all pedestrians may

be detected by the dual sensor.

In the following situations, there may

be a high possibility of undetectable

or delay of detection. Always drive in

a safe manner.

• A person who walks in a group

• A person who walks beside a wall

or another obstacle

– When the automatic brake system has

been operating 3 times

– When the automatic brake system has

been operating for long periods

• The function of the dual sensor is

stopped if the dual sensor brake support

indicator light and lane departure warn-

ing indicator light come on and there

may be a failure of the dual sensor, but it

does not hinder normal driving.

• A person who has an umbrella up

• A person whose color is similar to

the background and who is

blended into the scenery

Failure of the dual sensor

When the dual sensor is failure, the func-

tion of the dual sensor is stopped until the

engine switch is pressed to change the

ignition mode to LOCK (OFF).

(Continued)

Pedestrian detection

Find a safe place to park and change the

ignition mode to LOCK (OFF) by pressing

the engine switch.

The dual sensor detects pedestrians by

whose size, shape or motion.

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WARNING

• When there is bad weather such as

heavy rain, fog or a blizzard

• When the vision of the dual sensor is

obstructed with the followings:

• When the dual sensor is hit by a bright

light such as sunlight or the headlight of

oncoming vehicle

• When there is a sight of similar tone and

color such as a snowscape

• When there is a dark place and no land-

mark around

• Front visibility is poor due to that there is

water vapor, sand or smoke or when the

vehicle in front of you is surrounded by

exhaust gas, water or snow

• When your vehicle gets close to an

object in a dark place such as at dusk, at

dawn or an indoor parking lot

• When the windshield is covered in fog,

snow, ice or dirt

• When raindrop, water or dirt on the wind-

shield is not wiped up enough

– A sticker or film on the windshield

– An accessory on the windshield

– A crack or scratch of the windshield

– A long object such as a roof carrier or

ski board on the roof

(Continued)

• A person who has a big luggage

• A person who walks with a stoop or

who crouches.

• A person who is lying down

• A person who is in a dark place

• A person who jumps out in front of

you

EXAMPLE

• A pedestrian at night

Situations where the dual sensor may

not activate properly

In the following situations, there may be a

high possibility that the dual sensor cannot

detect a vehicle, a pedestrian, an object of

the high beam assist (such as the lights of

the vehicle in front of you and street lamps,

etc.) or partition lines. Also the function of

the dual sensor may be stopped temporar-

ily. When the situations are improved, the

temporary stop of the function will be can-

celed.

72M20405

• When your vehicle is weighed down by

heavy items in the luggage compartment

or rear seat

• When wheel alignment is deviated

• When the tires are not inflated to the rec-

ommended tire inflation pressure or the

tires are worn

• With tire chains or non-specified sized

tires equipped

• When you have a temporarily repaired

flat tire

• While using the windshield washer

• When a wiper blade other than SUZUKI

genuine parts, including short type wiper

blade is used

• Lens of dual sensor is dirty or damage

EXAMPLE

• With a modified suspension equipped

• When passing through the entrance or

exit of the tunnel and the brightness is

changed extremely

• When driving without lighting the head-

lights at night or in tunnels

• When driving on the following roads

81M40380

72M20423

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– On sharp curves or extremely rough

surfaces

– A specially shaped vehicle such as a

car carrier trailer or a motorcycle with

side car

• When the vehicle in front of you is diffi-

cult to reflect the laser beam

– On a steep slope

• When driving on a curve

– On seam of the road

– A low-slung vehicle

• For a while after escaping from a curve

• When the vehicle in front of you turns,

accelerates or decelerates suddenly

• A vehicle in front of you jumps out

• When you change the lane and

approach the leading vehicle

• When vehicle is distorted

• When the optical axis of the headlight is

deviated

• When ground clearance of vehicle in

front of you is extremely high.

• An oncoming vehicle or retreating vehi-

cle

• A vehicle facing sideways

• A vehicle in front of you without turning

on the tail lights at night or in tunnels

• When vehicle in front of you is reflected

sunlight strongly

• There is a wall in front of the parked

vehicle

• There is another obstacle beside a vehi-

cle

• With modified headlights and/or front fog

lights equipped

• When the headlights are covered in dirt,

snow, ice or mud

When the following types of partition lines

are in front of you, or when the following

situations occur, the dual sensor may not

detect the lines or may need more time to

detect the lines.

When the following types of a vehicle are

in front of you, or when the following situa-

tions occur, the dual sensor may not detect

a vehicle in front of you or may need more

time to detect a vehicle.

• The narrow lane width

• When the lane is difficult to detect

– No partition lines, or faded lines

– The color of partition lines is similar to

the road

EXAMPLE

– The width of partition lines is narrow

– The partition lines has blurred

– There are road studs or stones

– The partition lines can not be seen, or

difficult to see due to sand, etc.

– Driving on a road that is wet due to

rain, after the rain, puddles, etc.

– The partition lines drew on a curb

– Driving on a road that is bright due to

reflected light, etc.

• When the distance to the vehicle in front

of you is short

• Immediately after the lane change, or

immediately after passing through the

intersection.

72M20407

72M20406

• Vehicles in front of you have small, low,

or uneven backs such as a car carrier

trailer

– A track without side or back gates, and

when mounting no luggage on the

cargo bed

• When only a part of the vehicle in front of

you is within the dual sensor detection

field

• When the difference of speed between

the vehicle in front of you and your vehi-

cle is increased

– A vehicle with luggage protruding out

from the back

• When the distance to the vehicle in front

of you is short

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Emergency stop signal (ESS)

WARNING

Although the ESS is designed to

reduce the number of rear-end

crashes that occur from sudden brak-

ing, by warning a following vehicle, it

cannot prevent all crashes. Always

make an effort to drive safely and

avoid unnecessary sudden braking

when stopping or decelerating.

ESS stands for Emergency Stop Signal.

ESS is a feature that gives a warning to a following vehicle by flashing all turn signal lights

faster than usual if all the following conditions are met. Also, within these conditions, it will

flash along with your turn signal in the instrument cluster.

• When you slam down on the brakes at speeds of approximately 55 km/h (34 mph) or

over.

• When the ABS is activated or when you suddenly brake similar to activating the ABS.

NOTE:

EXAMPLE

• The ESS feature cannot be deactivated.

• Use of the hazard warning switch should

be given preference over the ESS.

• When driving on the following surfaces

and the ABS gives out momentarily, the

ESS may not function.

– When driving on slippery surfaces

– When driving over bumps on the road

such as highway joint seams

74P40170

The ESS will stop functioning in the following situations:

• When you release the brake

• When the ABS is no longer activated

• When you turn on the hazard warning switch

• When the car is no longer rapidly decelerating

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Rearview camera location

EXAMPLE

Rearview camera

(if equipped)

NOTICE

If you use the rearview camera for a

long time when the ignition switch is

in “ON” position or the ignition mode

is “ON”, but the engine is not run-

ning, the lead-acid battery may dis-

charge.

Do not leave the ignition switch in

“ON” position or the ignition mode

“ON” for a long time when the engine

is not running.

When the gearshift lever is shifted to “R”

position while the ignition switch is in “ON”

position or the ignition mode is “ON”, the

rearview camera system automatically

shows the view behind the vehicle on the

display.

(1)

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 crash 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.

52RM30220

(1) Rearview camera

The rearview camera is installed beside

the license plate light.

NOTICE

The rearview camera is a precision

instrument. If you strike the camera,

it may be broken and cause damage

resulting in a catch fire or a malfunc-

tion.

• Do not strike the camera.

• Do not remove snow or mud on the

camera lens with a stick.

• Check that the tailgate is securely

closed when backing up.

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Display range of rearview camera

EXAMPLE

How to use rearview camera

NOTICE

1) Turn the ignition switch to “ON” position

or press the engine switch to change

the ignition mode to “ON”.

2) Shift the gearshift lever in “R” position.

• The display automatically shows the

view behind the vehicle.

If water enters the rearview camera, it

may cause a malfunction or catch

fire.

Do not use high pressure water

around the camera.

(1)

• When the gearshift lever is shifted

from “R” to another gearshift lever

position, the display returns to the

previous display.

NOTICE

This lens is hard coated to prevent

damage or discoloration. Damage or

discoloration of lens may obscure

the image.

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.

52RM30770

• Do not use a brush to clean lens.

• Do not use alcohol, benzene or

thinner to clean the lens.

EXAMPLE

• Do not use wax on the camera lens.

(1)

NOTE:

Display range of rearview camera

If body wax gets on the camera lens, wipe

off the wax with a clean cloth dampened

with mild detergent diluted with water, and

then wipe the lens with a dry cloth.

The rearview camera display shows the

area behind the rear end of the bumper.

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.

68PH00317

(1) Display range

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NOTE:

Uphill incline behind the vehicle

EXAMPLE

Downhill incline behind the vehicle

EXAMPLE

• Images shown on the display from the

rearview camera are reversed images

(mirror images).

(1)

• 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

malfunction.

– In dark areas, on a rainy day or at

night.

a

system

(2)

(3)

(2)

– 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.

52RM30780

52RM30790

(1) Object

(2) Actual distance

(3) Distance on the display

(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.

When there is a downhill incline behind the

vehicle, the object shown on the display

appears closer than the actual distance.

– 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).

Rearview camera screen indication

The distance viewed in the rearview cam-

era may differ from the actual distance

according to the condition of the road or

the load the vehicle is carrying.

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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 that the ignition switch is in

“ON” position or the ignition mode is

“ON”.

– Check that the gearshift lever is

shifted to “R” position.

Braking

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.

• If the image from the rearview camera is

poor.

– Check that the camera lens is not dirty.

– Check that light from the sun or the

beam of the headlights from the vehi-

cle behind is not shining directly into

the lens.

Power-assisted brakes

60G165S

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.

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 depress the brake pedal

when there is plenty of distance between

your vehicle and the stopping point, and

slow down gradually.

If the rearview camera system is still not

working properly after checking the above,

have the system inspected by an autho-

rized SUZUKI dealer as soon as possible.

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WARNING

it senses that the wheels are locking up.

You may feel the brake pedal move a little

while the ABS is operating.

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.

(Continued)

NOTE:

• On regular paved roads, some driv-

ers may be able to obtain slightly

shorter stopping distances with

conventional brake systems than

with ABS.

• The ABS will not work if vehicle speed is

under about 9 km/h (6 mph).

• If the ABS system is activated, you may

hear a clunking noise and/or feel pulsat-

ing in the brake pedal. This is normal

and indicates that the brake fluid pres-

sure is being controlled properly.

• You may hear an operation sound when

you start the engine or after the vehicle

begins to move. This means that the

above systems are in the self-check

mode. This sound does not indicate a

malfunction.

• 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 too fast.

Brake assist system

When you slam the brakes on, the brake

assist system determines it to be an emer-

gency stop and provides more powerful

braking for a driver who cannot hold down

the brake pedal firmly.

NOTE:

WARNING

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.

• On some types of loose surfaces

(such as gravel, snow-covered

roads, etc.), the stopping distance

required for a vehicle with ABS

may be slightly greater than the

one required for a comparable vehi-

cle with a conventional brake sys-

tem. With a conventional brake

system, skidding tires are able to

plow the gravel or snow layer,

shortening the stopping distance.

ABS minimizes this resistance

effect. Allow for extra stopping dis-

tance when driving on loose sur-

faces.

Anti-lock brake system (ABS)

(1)

(2)

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

54MN069

(1) ABS warning light

(2) Brake system warning light

(Continued)

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WARNING

How ABS works

Electronic stability program

(ESP )

®

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.

• If the ABS warning light (1) on the

instrument cluster comes on and

stays on while driving, there may

be a problem with the ABS system.

Ask an authorized SUZUKI dealer

to inspect the ABS system immedi-

ately. If the ABS system becomes

inoperative, the brake system will

function as an ordinary brake sys-

tem that has no ABS.

• If the ABS warning light (1) and the

brake system warning light (2) on

the instrument cluster simultane-

ously stay on or come on while

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 an

authorized SUZUKI dealer to

inspect the ABS system immedi-

ately. Drive carefully, avoiding hard

braking as much as possible.

®

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

WARNING

®

applying the brakes. In addition, ESP

helps to avoid skidding by controlling brak-

ing pressure.

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 safe

and attentive drive 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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WARNING

®

The ESP has the following three sys-

Anti-lock brake system (ABS)

tems:

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 spe-

cial 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 this section.)

(Continued)

®

• The ESP may not work properly if

Stability control system

the tires are excessively worn.

Replace tires when the tread wear

indicators in the grooves appear on

the tread surface.

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.

®

• The ESP is not a substitute for

winter tires or tire chains on a

snow-covered road.

WARNING

®

Traction control system

• 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.

NOTE:

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.

The ABS will not work if vehicle speed is

under about 9 km/h (6 mph).

• Do not modify the vehicle’s sus-

WARNING

®

pension since the ESP may not

®

• The ESP may not work properly if

work properly.

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.

NOTE:

®

• If the ESP system is activated, you may

hear a clunking noise and/or feel pulsat-

ing in the brake pedal. This is normal

and indicates that the brake fluid pres-

sure is being controlled properly.

• You may hear an operation sound when

you start the engine or after the vehicle

begins to move. This means that the

above systems are in the self-check

mode. This sound does not indicate a

malfunction.

NOTE:

You may hear an operation sound when

you start the engine or after the vehicle

begins to move. This means that the

above systems are in the self-check mode.

This sound does not indicate a malfunc-

tion.

®

• 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.

®

(Continued)

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®

The ESP indicator lights are described

NOTE:

®

ESP OFF switch

®

below:

When the ESP warning light comes on

and stays on while driving, indicating a

®

malfunction of the ESP systems (other

®

ESP warning light

than ABS), the brake system will function

as an ordinary ABS with no additional

®

ESP functions.

®

ESP OFF indicator light

52KM133

This light blinks 5 times per second when

one of the following systems is activated.

• Stability control system

(1)

75RM055

• Traction control system

®

57L30045

(1) ESP OFF switch

If this light blinks, drive carefully.

®

You should turn the ESP on during your

ordinary driving, so that you have the ben-

When the ESP OFF switch located at the

instrument panel is pushed and held to

When the ignition switch is turned to “ON”

position, or the engine switch is pressed to

change the ignition mode to “ON”, this light

comes on briefly so you can check that the

light is working.

®

efits of all of the ESP systems.

turn off the ESP systems (other than

®

ABS), the ESP OFF indicator light in the

It may be required to turn the ESP sys-

instrument cluster comes on.

tems (other than ABS) off if your vehicle is

stuck in sand, mud, or snow, where wheel

spin is necessary.

®

When you have turned the ESP systems

(other than ABS) off, turn them back on

before resuming ordinary driving.

NOTICE

®

When you push the ESP OFF switch

If the ESP warning light comes on

®

again, the ESP OFF indicator light will go

and stays on while driving, there may

®

out and all of the ESP systems will be

be a malfunction of the ESP sys-

activated.

tems (other than ABS). You should

have the systems inspected by an

authorized SUZUKI dealer.

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WARNING

ABS warning light / brake system

warning light

B TYPE

CLUSTER METER

C TYPE

CLUSTER METER

(Continued)

See “Braking” in this section.

• After you release your foot from the

brake pedal, accelerate the vehicle

to move up immediately. If you

release your foot from the brake

pedal over 2 seconds, the hill hold

control system will be canceled. If

so, the vehicle may roll downward,

which can result in an accident

depending on the degree of slope.

And, the engine may stall and the

power assist for the steering and

brakes will not work so steering

and braking will be much harder

than usual which can result in an

accident or vehicle damage.

Hill hold control system

(if equipped)

The hill hold control system is designed to

assist you in starting to move up hills.

When you start to move up a hill, the sys-

tem helps to prevent the vehicle from roll-

ing downward (for approximately

seconds) while you move your foot from

the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal.

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2

If the message shown in the above illustra-

tion appears on the information display,

®

there may be a problem with the ESP

system. Have your vehicle inspected by an

authorized SUZUKI dealer.

WARNING

• Do not rely excessively on the hill

hold control system. The hill hold

control system may not prevent the

vehicle from rolling downward on a

hill under all load or road condi-

tions. Always be prepared to

depress the brake pedal to prevent

the vehicle from rolling downward.

Failure to pay attention and

depress the brake pedal to hold the

vehicle on a hill when necessary,

may result in loss of control or an

accident.

NOTE:

®

The hill hold control system activates for a

maximum of about 2 seconds if your foot is

moved from the brake pedal when the fol-

lowing conditions are all met.

The ESP system will not activate while

this message is displayed.

NOTE:

• If your vehicle is equipped with the radar

1) The gearshift lever is in a forward gear

or reverse gear.

®

brake support system, when the ESP

system is turned off, the radar brake

support system will be turned off.

• If your vehicle is equipped with the dual

sensor brake support system, when the

ESP system is turned off, dual sensor

brake support system, lane departure

system and vehicle swaying warning will

be turned off. (High beam assist does

not turn off.)

2) The parking brake is released.

3) For manual transaxle models, the

clutch pedal is depressed.

4) The vehicle is on an upward incline.

®

On models equipped with the ENG A-

STOP system, the hill hold control system

is activated when the engine is restarted

after being stopped automatically, even if

the previous conditions are not met.

• The hill hold control system is not

designed to stop the vehicle on a

hill.

(Continued)

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NOTE:

Low tire pressure warning light

Tire pressure monitoring

system (TPMS)

You may hear a sound coming from the

engine when the hill hold control system is

activated. This sound is normal and does

not indicate a malfunction.

The tire pressure monitoring system is

designed to alert you when one or more of

the tires on your vehicle is significantly

under-inflated. The tire pressure monitor-

ing system (TPMS) sensor containing a

unique identification code is mounted on

each wheel. The TPMS sensors transmit

tire pressure signals to the receiver of the

tire pressure 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.

B TYPE

C TYPE

CLUSTER METER

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Each tire should be checked monthly when

cold and inflated to the inflation pressure

recommended by the vehicle manufacturer

on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pres-

sure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a dif-

ferent size than the size indicated on the

vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure

label, you should determine the proper tire

inflation pressure for those tires.)

As an added fuel efficiency feature, your

vehicle has been equipped with a tire pres-

sure monitoring system (TPMS) that illumi-

nates a low tire pressure telltale when one

or more of your tires is significantly under-

inflated.

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If the message shown in the above illustra-

tion appears on the information display,

there may be a problem with the hill hold

control system. Have your vehicle

inspected by an authorized SUZUKI

dealer.

NOTE:

The word “telltale” in this section, means

an indicator.

NOTE:

The hill hold control system will not acti-

vate while this message is displayed.

Accordingly, when the low tire pressure

telltale illuminates, you should stop and

check your tires as soon as possible, and

inflate them to the proper pressure.

Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire

causes the tire to overheat and can lead to

tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces

fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may

affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping

ability.

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WARNING

Please note that the TPMS is not a substi-

tute for proper tire maintenance, and it is

the driver’s responsibility to maintain cor-

rect tire pressure, even if under-inflation

has not reached the level to trigger illumi-

nation of the TPMS low tire pressure tell-

tale.

WARNING

Failure to take corrective action when

the low tire pressure warning light is

not working or when it comes on and

blinks while driving can lead to an

accident.

The load-carrying capacity of your

tires is reduced at lower inflation

pressures. If your tires are even mod-

erately under-inflated, the load on the

tires may exceed the load-carrying

capacity of the tires, which could lead

to tire failure. The low tire pressure

warning light will not alert you to this

condition, because it only comes on

when one or more of your tires

becomes significantly under-inflated.

If the low tire pressure warning light

does not come on for 2 seconds after

the ignition switch is turned to “ON”

position or the engine switch is

pressed to change the ignition mode

to “ON”, or comes on and blinks

while driving, have your vehicle

inspected by an authorized SUZUKI

dealer. Even if the light turns off after

blinking, indicating that the monitor-

ing system has recovered, you

should still have the system checked

by an authorized SUZUKI dealer.

WARNING

Relying only on the tire pressure

monitoring system to determine

when it is necessary to add air to the

tires can result in loss of control or

an accident.

Check

tire

inflation

pressures

Check and adjust your tire inflation

pressure at least once a month. Refer

to “Tires” in “INSPECTION AND

MAINTENANCE” section.

monthly when the tires are cold. If

necessary, adjust them to the recom-

mended inflation pressure as speci-

fied on the vehicle’s tire information

placard and in this owner’s manual.

Refer to “Tires” in “INSPECTION AND

MAINTENANCE” section.

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WARNING

NOTICE

Continuing to drive with the low tire

pressure warning light on can lead to

an accident, resulting in severe injury

or death.

If the low tire pressure warning light

comes on and stays on, reduce your

speed and avoid abrupt steering and

braking. Be aware that driving on a

significantly under-inflated tire can

cause the tire to overheat and can

lead to tire failure, and may affect

steering control and brake effective-

ness. Stop in a safe place as soon as

possible and check your tires.

(Continued)

If the low tire pressure warning light

does not go off even when you drive

for more than 10 minutes after adjust-

ing the cold tire pressure, there may

be a problem with the TPMS. Have

your vehicle inspected by an autho-

rized SUZUKI dealer.

• If your vehicle is equipped with a

flat tire repair kit instead of a spare

tire, refer to “Flat tire repair kit” in

“EMERGENCY SERVICE” section

for instructions on how to perform

an emergency repair of 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.

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 (if equipped).

Refer to “Jacking instructions” in “EMER-

GENCY SERVICE” section. Refer to

“Replacing tires and/or wheels” for instruc-

tions on how to restore normal operation of

the tire pressure monitoring system after

you have had a flat tire.

The low tire pressure warning light can

come on due to normal causes such as

natural air leakage 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 you have a flat tire, replace it with

the spare tire (if equipped). Refer to

“Jacking instructions” in “EMER-

GENCY SERVICE” section for the

tire replacement method. Also refer

to “Replacing tires and/or wheels”

for instructions on how to restore

normal operation of the TPMS after

you have had a flat tire.

To make the low tire pressure warning light

go off, adjust the tire pressures when the

tires are cold, and drive the vehicle for

about 10 minutes.

(Continued)

When the adjusted tire pressure is recog-

nized, the low tire pressure warning light

will go off and the information display

shows the current tire pressure (if you

select the TPMS monitor (if equipped)).

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TPMS malfunction indicator

atmospheric pressure, it is important to

check and adjust the tire pressures

when the tires are cold. If you check tires

after driving, they are warm. Even if the

tire pressure seems to be good in this

condition, it could fall below the specified

pressure when tires cool down. Also, if

tires are inflated to the specified pres-

sure in a warm garage, the tire pressure

could fall below the specified one when

you drive the vehicle outside in very cold

temperature. If you adjust the tire pres-

sure in a garage that is warmer than the

outside temperature, you should add

1 kPa to the recommended cold tire

inflation pressure for every 0.8°C differ-

ence between garage temperature and

outside temperature.

B TYPE

C TYPE

Your vehicle has also been equipped with

a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate

when the system is not operating properly.

CLUSTER METER

The TPMS malfunction indicator is com-

bined with the low tire pressure telltale.

When the system detects a malfunction,

the telltale will flash for about 75 seconds

and then remain continuously illuminated.

This sequence will continue upon subse-

quent vehicle start-ups as long as the mal-

function exists.

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NOTE:

• For a certain type of instrument cluster

only, the information display shows the

above warning and indicator message

when this light comes on.

The TPMS malfunction indicator is not

reset even after the engine is turned off; it

remains in the ON state until the normal

conditions are restored.

• 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 the one

shown on the tire information placard.

• The low tire pressure warning light may

turn off temporarily after coming on. This

could be due to increase of surface tem-

perature after long distance driving or

traveling to a high temperature area.

Even if the tire pressure warning light

turns off after coming on, check the infla-

tion pressure of all tires.

When the malfunction indicator is illumi-

nated, the system may not be able to

detect or signal low tire pressure as

intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur

for a variety of reasons, including the

installation of replacement or alternate

tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent

the TPMS from functioning properly.

Always check the TPMS malfunction tell-

tale after replacing one or more tires or

wheels on your vehicle to ensure the

replacement or alternation of tires and

wheels to allow the TPMS to continue to

function properly.

• To reduce the chance that the low tire

pressure warning light will come on due

to normal changes in temperature and

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TPMS limitations

NOTICE

B TYPE

C TYPE

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.

CLUSTER METER

The tire pressure sensors can be

damaged if you do not take proper

precautions.

• We highly recommend that you

have tires repaired or replaced by

an authorized SUZUKI dealer. The

tire pressure sensors can be dam-

aged by installation or removal of

tires.

• Do not use liquid sealants for a flat

tire unless your vehicle is equipped

with a flat tire repair kit instead of a

spare tire.

• When you include a spare tire during a

tire rotation.

• When the TPMS sensor is damaged

during a tire replacement or liquid seal-

ants are used to repair a flat tire.

• When the electronic signal of TPMS sen-

sor is disturbed in one of the following

ways:

– Electric devices or facilities using simi-

lar radio wave frequencies are nearby.

– A metallic film that may cause radio

wave interference is attached on the

window.

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NOTE:

For a certain type of instrument cluster

only, the information display shows the

above warning and indicator message

when this light comes on.

NOTICE

If the low tire pressure warning light

comes on frequently, there may be

something wrong with one or more of

the tires, tire pressure sensors or the

monitoring system.

– A lot of snow or ice covers the vehicle,

in particular, around the wheels or

wheel housings.

– Snow tires that are not installed with

genuine TPMS sensors or tire chains

are used.

If the low tire pressure warning light

comes on frequently, have your vehi-

cle inspected by an authorized

SUZUKI dealer.

• When you use non-genuine SUZUKI

wheels or tires.

• When the pressure of any tire is too

high.

• When there is a problem with the

receiver of the TPMS controller.

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To check the current tire inflation pres-

sure

TPMS setting (For instrument clus-

ter - Type A)

TPMS setting (For instrument clus-

ter - Type B or C)

EXAMPLE

• You can set one of the initial value of tire

pressure below that is indicated on the

tire information label.

• You can check the current tire inflation

pressure on the information display.

• You can set one of the initial value of tire

pressure below that is indicated on the

tire information label.

– Comfort Mode

– Load Mode

– Comfort Mode

For details on how to set the mode, refer to

“Setting mode” in “BEFORE DRIVING”

section.

– Load Mode

WARNING

If the loading weight has changed,

adjust the tire pressure according to

the tire information label and set the

initial value via the information dis-

play. If the loading weight, tire pres-

sure and initial value do not match,

the tire pressure monitoring system

will not function properly.

WARNING

(1)

If the loading weight has changed,

adjust the tire pressure according to

the tire information label and set the

initial value via the information dis-

play. If the loading weight, tire pres-

sure and initial value do not match,

the tire pressure monitoring system

will not function properly.

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1) When the ignition mode is “ON” and the

vehicle is stationary, push and hold the

indicator selector knob (1) on the instru-

ment cluster for more than 3 seconds to

change the information display to the

setting mode.

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EXAMPLE

NOTE:

• If the low tire pressure warning light

comes on, the information display will be

switched to “Tyre Press” display and the

corresponding tire pressure indication

blinks to alert you which tire(s) is(are)

low pressure.

EXAMPLE

Type B

Type C

• The display may not show the tire infla-

tion pressure for about 10 minutes after

the vehicle begins to move. This is

because the TPMS system learns the

tire inflation pressure within this 10 min-

utes. The display will show the tire infla-

tion pressure after 10 minutes pass.

• If you stop the vehicle and turn the igni-

tion switch to “LOCK” position or change

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

leave it for 20 minutes or more, tire pres-

sure will be reset and will be indicated as

0 kPa when the engine is restarted. In

this case, the current tire pressure indi-

cation will recover after driving for a

while. However, if any of tire pressures

has been detected as low pressure

before stopping the engine, the tire pres-

sure indication may not recover and may

be indicated as “---”.

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2) Turn the indicator selector knob (1) left

or right to select “TPMS” and push the

indicator selector knob.

3) Turn the indicator selector knob (1) left

or right to select “Tyre Press” and push

the indicator selector knob.

NOTE:

EXAMPLE

Type B

If you exit the setting mode, select “Back”

and push the indicator selector knob (1).

Type C

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4) The display shows current tire inflation

pressure.

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To set the initial value of tire pressure

EXAMPLE

Type B

Type C

(1)

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2) Turn the indicator selector knob (1) left

or right to select “TPMS” and push the

indicator selector knob.

3) Turn the indicator selector knob (1) left

or right to select “TPMS Mode” and

push the indicator selector knob.

1) When the ignition switch is in “ON”

position or the ignition mode is “ON”

and the vehicle is stationary, push and

hold the indicator selector knob (1) on

the instrument cluster for more than 3

seconds to change the information dis-

play to the setting mode.

NOTE:

EXAMPLE

If you exit the setting mode, select “Back”

and push the indicator selector knob (1).

Type B

Type C

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4) Turn the indicator selector knob (1) left

or right to select the initial value and

push the indicator selector knob.

The tire pressure monitoring system, trans-

mitter model S180052024 and receiver

model 40398036 are in compliance with

the essential requirements and other rele-

vant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

Replacing tires and/or wheels

If you got a flat tire and replaced it with the

spare tire, SUZUKI recommends that you

have an authorized SUZUKI dealer mount

a new tire on the wheel that had the flat

tire. The TPMS is already set up to recog-

nize the ID code of the original wheel, and

normal TPMS operation will be restored.

If you need to replace any wheels on your

vehicle, an authorized SUZUKI dealer

must check that TPMS sensors are

installed in the new wheels and must set

up the TPMS to recognize the new sen-

sors.

NOTE:

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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.

5) When the display shows the message

shown in the above illustration, the set-

ting is completed.

WARNING

Use of tires or wheels not recom-

mended by SUZUKI can result in fail-

ure of the TPMS.

When replacing tires and wheels, use

only tires and wheels recommended

by SUZUKI as standard or optional

equipment for your vehicle. Refer to

“Tires” in “INSPECTION AND MAIN-

TENANCE” section for additional

information.

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