Using the Transaxle: 10
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
WARNING
off. When this position is selected, the
“ACC” indicator light in the instrument clus-
ter comes on. Refer to “Warning and Indi-
cator Lights” in the “BEFORE DRIVING”
section for details.
Engine Switch
(Vehicle with Keyless Push
Start System)
(Continued)
• Always return the ignition switch to
the “LOCK” position and remove
the ignition key when leaving the
vehicle even if only for a short time.
Also do not leave children alone in
a parked vehicle. Unattended chil-
dren could cause accidental move-
ment of the vehicle or could tamper
with power windows 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.
EXAMPLE
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 Ignition “ON” indicator light in the
instrument cluster will come on.
• 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
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LOCK (OFF)
• Do not use the starter motor for
more than 15 seconds at a time. If
the engine does not start, wait 15
seconds before trying again. If the
engine does not start after several
attempts, check the fuel and igni-
tion systems or consult your
SUZUKI dealer.
• Do not leave the ignition switch in
the “ON” position if the engine is
not running as the battery will dis-
charge.
START
This is the mode for parking. When this
mode is selected by pressing the engine
switch and you open the door(s), the steer-
ing will be automatically locked.
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 igni-
tion mode after placing the gearshift lever
in the “P” position and depressing the
brake pedal. (If you need to re-start the
engine while the vehicle is moving, shift
into “N”.)
NOTE:
The steering is automatically locked when
the front passenger’s door and/or rear
door(s) alone are opened.
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
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