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

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

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.

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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.

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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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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

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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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE -> Gearshift indicator for Your Suzuki Swift 4 Door First generation (2004-2009)

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