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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1FUEL RECOMMENDATION2BEFORE DRIVING

3OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

4DRIVING TIPS

5OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT

6VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING

7INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

8EMERGENCY SERVICE

9APPEARANCE CARE

10GENERAL INFORMATION

11SPECIFICATION

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FOREWORDAll information in this manual is basedon the latest product informationavailable at the time of publication.Due to improvements or otherchanges, there may be discrepanciesbetween information in this manualand your vehicle. MARUTI SUZUKIINDIA LIMITED reserves the right tomake production changes at any time,without notice and without incurringany obligation to make the same orsimilar changes to vehicles previouslybuilt or sold. This vehicle may notcomply with standards or regulationsof other countries. Before attemptingto register this vehicle in any othercountry, check all applicableregulations and make any necessarymodifications.

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This manual is an essential part of yourvehicle and should remain with the vehiclewhen resold or otherwise transferred to anew owner or operator. Please read thismanual carefully before operating your newMARUTI SUZUKI and review the manualfrom time to time. It contains importantinformation on safety, operation andmaintenance. You are invited to avail thethree Free Inspection Services as describedin the manual. Three free inspectioncoupons are attached to this manual. Pleaseshow this manual to yourdealer while you take your MARUTI SUZUKIfor any Service.To prolong the life of your vehicle andreduce maintenance cost, the periodicmaintenance must be carried out accordingto “PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE”described in “INSPECTION ANDMAINTENANCE” section of this manual. Itis essential for preventing trouble andaccidents to ensure your satisfaction andsafety. Daily inspection and care as per“DAILY INSPECTION CHECKLIST”described in the “INSPECTION ANDMAINTENANCE” section of this manual isessential for prolonging the life of thevehicle and for safedriving.

MARUTI SUZUKI INDIA LIMITED

MARUTI SUZUKI INDIA LIMITED believesin conservation and protection of Earth’snatural resources. To that end, weencourage every vehicle owner to recycle,trade-in or properly dispose of, asappropriate, used Engine Oil, coolant andother fluids, batteries and tyres etc.

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MODIFICATION WARNINGwwwww WARNING

Do not modify your vehicle.Modification could adversely affectsafety, handling, performance, ordurability and may violategovernmental regulations. In addition,damage or performance problemsresulting from modification may notbe covered under warranty.

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tttttWARNING/ tttttCAUTION/ NOTICE/NOTEPlease read this manual and follow itsinstructions carefully. To emphasize specialinformation, the symbol and the wordsWARNING, CAUTION, NOTICE and NOTEhave special meanings. Pay particularattention to messages highlighted by thesesignal words:

IMPORTANT

wwwww WARNINGIndicates a potential hazard that couldresult in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potential hazard that couldresult in minor or moderate injury.

ttttt CAUTION

NOTICEIndicates a potential hazard that couldresult in vehicle damage.

NOTE:Indicates special information to makemaintenance easier or instructions clearer.

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The circle with a slash in this manualmeans “Don’t do this” or “Don’t let thishappen”.

NOTICEImproper installation of mobilecommunication equipment such ascellular telephones or CB (Citizen’sBand) radios may cause electronicinterference with your vehicle’signition system, resulting in vehicleperformance problems. Consult yourMARUTI SUZUKI dealer for advice oninstalling such mobile communi-cationequipment.

wwwww WARNINGSevere damage may be caused by theuse of either poor quality fuel and/orlubricants not recommended byMARUTI SUZUKI.

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1MAINTENANCE SERVICE RECORD

IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO CUSTOMER

Dear CustomerFor any assistance with regard to our product, please contactGeneral Manager/Works Manager at any of our Dealer orAuthorised Service Station. For additional enquiry you maycontact our Regional office or Service Division. TheAddresses and Phone nos. are given in Service Networkbooklet provided along with vehicle.

MODEL CHASSIS NO. ENGINE NO. KEY NO. DATE OF MILEAGE BATTERY DELIVERY (km) MAKE SR. NO./BATCH CODE

OWNER’S NAME & ADDRESS ____________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________ TEL. NO. _________________________

ADDRESS/STAMP OF SELLING DEALER SELLING DEALER CODE

SHOWROOM

WORKSHOP

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F....free Service P....Paid Service W....Warranty. A....Accident

MAINTENANCE SERVICE RECORD

DATE OF KIND OF MILEAGE DESCRIPTION OF JOB NAME OF SERVICING JOB CARD MECHANIC’SSERVICE SERVICE (km) DEALER/MASS NO. SIGNATURE

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WARRANTY POLICYMaruti Suzuki India Limited (hereinafter called "Maruti Suzuki"),warrants that each new Maruti Suzuki vehicle distributed in Indiaby Maruti Suzuki and sold by an authorised Maruti Suzuki dealerwill be free, under normal use and service, from any defects inmaterial and workmanship at the time of manufacture SUBJECTTO THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

(1) Qualification:To qualify for this warranty:

(a) The Maruti Suzuki vehicle must be delivered by MarutiSuzuki authorised dealer and set-up, serviced by MarutiSuzuki authorised dealer/service station.

(b) The warranty registration card in respect of each vehiclemust be completed by the dealer at the time of deliveryof the vehicle and dealer should retain the same.

(2) Term:The term of the warranty shall be twenty four (24) monthsor 40,000 kilometers (whichever occurs first) from the dateof delivery to the first owner.

(3) Maruti Suzuki's Warranty Obligation:If any defect(s) should be found in a Maruti Suzuki vehiclewithin the term stipulated above, Maruti Suzuki's only obligationis to repair or replace at its sole discretion any part shownto be defec-tive, with a new part or the equivalent at no costto the owner for parts or labour, when Maruti Suzukiacknowledges that such a defect is attributable to faultymaterial or workmanship at the time of manufacture. Theowner is responsible for any repair or replacements which are

not covered by this warranty.(4) Limitation:

This warranty shall not apply to:(1) normal maintenance service required other than the three

free services, including without limitation, oil and fluidchanges, headlight aiming, fastener retightening, wheel bal-ancing, wheel alignment and tyre rotation, cleaning ofinjectors, adjustments of carburettor, ignition timing, clutchand valve clearance.

(2) the replacement of normal wear parts including withoutlimitation, bulbs, tyres and tubes, spark plugs, belts,hoses, filters, wiper blades, brushes, contact points, fuses,clutch disc, brake shoes, brake pads, cable and all rubberparts (except oil seal and glass run).

(3) any vehicle which has been used for competition or racing.(4) any repairs or replacement required as a result of

accidents or collision.(5) any defects caused by misuse, negligence, abnormal use

or insufficient care.(6) any vehicle which has been modified or altered, including

without limitation, the installation of performance accessories.(7) any vehicle on which parts or accessories not approved

by Maruti Suzuki have been used.(8) any vehicle which has not been operated in accordance

with the operating instructions in the Maruti SuzukiOwner’s Manual.

(9) any vehicle which has not received, during the warrantyterm, the service inspections prescribed in the MarutiSuzuki Owner’s Manual.

(10) any vehicle which has been assembled, disassembled,adjusted or repaired by other than an Maruti Suzukiauthorised dealer/service station.

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(11) any vehicle which has been used for purposes other thanwhat it was designed for.

(12) any damage or deterioration caused by industrial pollutionand bird droppings.

(13) insignificant defects which do not affect the function ofthe vehicle including without limitation, sound, vibrationand fluid seep.

(14) any natural wear and tear including without limitation,aging etc.

(15) Installation and usage of Domestic LPG Gas/LPG cylinder.(16) V-belts, hoses and gas leaks (For Maruti Suzuki AC

vehicle).(17) Any vehicle retrofitted with LPG / CNG kits.

(5) Extent of Warranty:This warranty is the entire written warranty given by MarutiSuzuki for Maruti Suzuki vehicles and no dealer or its or hisagent or employee is authorised to extend or enlarge thiswarranty and no dealer or its or his agent or employee isauthorised to make any oral warranty on Maruti Suzuki'sbehalf.Maruti Suzuki reserves the right to add any improvements orchange the design of any model at any time with no obligationto make the same changes on units previously sold.

(6) Warranty Service:To obtain warranty service, the complete vehicle must bepresented at the owner’s expenses to any authorised MarutiSuzuki dealer.

(7) Owner’s Warranty Responsibilities:It is responsibility of each owner to:

(a) make certain that the warranty registration/PDI card wascompleted at the time of delivery of the vehicle;

(b) have performed, at his own expenses, by an MarutiSuzuki authorised dealer/service station all the serviceinspections specified in the Maruti Suzuki “Owner’s Manualand Service Booklet” and maintain adequate proof thatsuch service inspections have been performed.

(c) make certain that the Maruti Suzuki authorised dealer/servise station performing the service inspection hascertified the work on the “Maintenance Service Record”page in the “Owner’s Manual and Service Booklet” and

(d) present the Maruti Suzuki “Owner’s Manual and ServiceBooklet” to the authorised Maruti Suzuki dealer wheneverrequesting service inspections or warranty service.

If the “Owner’s Manual and Service Booklet” should be lostor destroyed the owner should consult the authorised MarutiSuzuki dealer from whom the vehicle was purchased forinstructions concerning replacement of the “Owner’s Manualand Service Booklet”.

(8) Disclaimer of Consequential Damage:Maruti Suzuki assumes no responsibility for loss of vehicle,loss of time, inconvenience or any other indirect incidentalor consequential damage resulting from the vehicle not beingavailable to the owner because of any defect covered by thiswarranty.

(9) Change of OwnerEven if ownership of the vehicle changes, the remainingwarranty period is effective for the new owner.

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Maruti Suzuki offers the Emission Warranty on all Maruti Suzuki vehicles (apart from the Regular warranty and will run parallelto the regular product warranty) only in four metropolitan cities (New Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai and Chennai) with effect fromJuly 1st, 2001.

Terms:

The Emission Warranty will be applicable for 80,000 kms or 3 years (Which ever comes earlier) from the date of delivery tothe first owner. The remaining warranty terms will be valid in case of any change in ownership provided the production of allvalid document.

Conditions:

1. Under Emission Warranty, Warranty claims will be admitted for a prima facie examination, in case vehicle fails to meet to theEmission Standard as specified in sub rule (2) of rule no. 115 of Central Motor Vehicles Rules (CMVR), 1989.

2. The warranty claims will only be accepted after examination carried out by Maruti Suzuki or it's dealer which leads to firm conclusionsthat the

a) Original settings have not been tempered in any case.

b) Part (as given in Annexure-A) has a manufacturing defect.

c) Vehicle is unable to meet the Emission Standards (as given in 1.), inspite of the vehicle having been maintained and usedin accordance with the instructions as specified in Owner's Manual and Service Booklet and the used fuel and different oils(Engine oil, Transmission oil, Brake oil etc.) are also as per specification.

3. The method of examination for deciding the warranty of the parts will be at the sole discretion of Maruti Suzuki and it's dealerand results of the examination will be final and binding. If after examination, the warrantable condition is not established, MarutiSuzuki and it's dealer has the right to charge all, or part of the cost of such examination.

4. Under Emission Warranty, the parts (as given in Annexure-A) will be changed free of cost, but the consumables will be chargedas per actual.

5. If the part covered under Emission Warranty or the associated parts, are not independently replaceable, on account of these beingintegral parts a complete assembly, Maruti Suzuki and it's dealer will have the sole discretion to replace entire assembly or byusing some of the parts of the system through suitable repair or modifications.

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6. Any consequential repairs or replacement of parts which may be found necessary to establish compliance of Emission Warranty,will not be considered under warranty, unless the same is under product warranty. The consumable will be charged as per actualunder such repair or replacement.

7. Maruti Suzuki will not be responsible for the cost of transportation of the vehicle to the nearest Maruti Suzuki dealer workshopor any loss due to non-availability of the vehicle during the period of lodging of a warranty claim and examination and/or repairby Maruti Suzuki dealer.

8. Maruti Suzuki will not be responsible for any penalty that may be charged by statutory authorities on account of failure to complywith the EMISSION STANDARDS.

9. Emission Warranty will not be affected on the change of owner, provided all the documents are available.

10. All maintenance actions (as specified in the Owner's Manual and Service Booklet) need to be followed and recorded in the manualfor emission warranty.

11. The customer needs to produce the PUC (Pollution Under Control) certificate valid for the period preceding the test during whichthe failure is discovered. The receipts (for the maintenance of the vehicle as per specification in Owner's Manual and ServiceBooklet from the date of original purchase of the vehicle) will also be required.

Condition Under which the Emission Warranty is not APPLICABLE

1. In the absence of valid PUC certificate.

2. Vehicle not serviced from Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop as per the schedule specified in the Owner's Manual.

3. Vehicle subjected to abnormal use (accident, motor race, rallies or for the purpose of establishing the records etc.)

4. Use of non MGP (Maruti Genuine Part).

5. Vehicle tempered in an unauthorised manner.

6. Tampering with odometer so that the actual kilometer reading can not be read.

7. Use of adulterated fuel and/or unspecified oils (Engine oil, Transmission oil and Brake oil etc.)

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Annexure-A

List of parts covered under Emission Warranty

1. Fuel injection Assembly, Pressure Regulator, Throttle Body Assembly.

2. Electronic Control Module (ECM).

3. Intake Manifold.

4. EGR valve.

5. Distributor and internal parts.

6. Ignitions coil.

7. Canister Assembly.

8. Vapour Liquid Separator.

9. Fuel Tank and Filler Cap.

10. PCV (Positive Crankcase Ventilation) Valve.

11. Oil Filler Cap.

12. Catalytic Convertor.

13. Exhaust manifold.

14. All fuel injection System related SENSORS.

15. High Pressure Fuel Pump.

16. Glow Plug.

17. Glow Plug Controller.

18. Maniverter

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FUEL RECOMMENDATIONFuel Recommendation ....................................................................................................... 1-1

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Fuel Recommendation

Petrol EngineYou must use unleaded Petrol with anoctane number (RON) of 91 or higher.

Petrol/Ethanol blendsBlends of unleaded Petrol and ethanol(grain alcohol), also known as gasohol, arecommercially available in some areas.Blends of this type may be used in yourvehicle if they are no more than 10% etha-nol. Make sure this Petrol-ethanol blend hasoctane ratings no lower than thoserecommended for Petrol.

Petrol/Methanol blendsBlends of unleaded Petrol and methanol(wood alcohol) are also commercially availablein some areas. DO NOT USE fuels containingmore than 5% methanol under anycircumstances. Fuel system damage orvehicle performance problems resulting fromthe use of such fuels are not the responsibilityof MARUTI SUZUKI and may not be coveredunder the New Vehicle Warranty.Fuels containing 5% or less methanol maybe suitable for use in your vehicle if theycontain cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors.

NOTE:If you are not satisfied with the driveabilityor fuel economy of your vehicle when you

are using a Petrol/alcohol blend, you shouldswitch back to unleaded Petrol containingno alcohol.

The fuel tank has an air space toallow for fuel expansion in hotweather. If you continue to add fuelafter the filler nozzle has automaticallyshut off or an initial blowback occurs,the air chamber will become full.Exposure to heat when fully fuelled inthis manner will result in leakage dueto fuel expansion. To prevent suchfuel leakage, stop filling after the fillernozzle has automatically shut off, orwhen using an alternative non-automatic system, initial ventblowback occurs.

NOTICE

Be careful not to spill fuel containingalcohol while refueling. If fuel isspilled on the vehicle body, wipe it upimmediately. Fuels containing alcoholcan cause paint damage, which is notcovered under the New VehicleLimited Warranty.

NOTICE

Number (CN) higher than 51 and sulfurcontent less than 350 ppm (parts per mil-lion). MARUTI SUZUKI recommends to usethe diesel fuel conformable to EN590. Donot use marine diesel fuel, heating oils andso forth.

Diesel EngineThe diesel fuel should be with Cetane

NOTICEThe fuel tank has an air space toallow for fuel expansion in hotweather. If you continue to add fuelafter the filler nozzle has automaticallyshut off or an initial blowback occurs,the air chamber will become full.Exposure to heat when fully fuelled inthis manner will result in leakage dueto fuel expansion. To prevent suchfuel leakage, stop filling after the fillernozzle has automatically shut off, orwhen using an alternative non-automatic system, initial ventblowback occurs.

Be careful not to spill fuel containingalcohol while refueling. If fuel isspilled on the vehicle body, wipe it upimmediately. Fuels containing alcoholcan cause paint damage, which is notcovered under the New VehicleLimited Warranty.

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BEFORE DRIVINGKeys ...................................................................................................................................... 2-1Door Locks .......................................................................................................................... 2-2Keyless Entry System Transmitter (if equipped) ......................................................... 2-4Security System (if equipped) ......................................................................................... 2-6Windows ............................................................................................................................... 2-6Mirrors .................................................................................................................................. 2-7Front Seats .......................................................................................................................... 2-8Rear Seats ......................................................................................................................... 2-10Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems ..................................................................... 2-14Supplemental Restraint System (air bags) (if equipped) ......................................... 2-22Instrument Cluster ............................................................................................................ 2-27Warning and Indicator Lights ........................................................................................ 2-28Speedometer ...................................................................................................................... 2-32Tachometer (if equipped) ................................................................................................ 2-32Fuel Gauge ........................................................................................................................ 2-33Temperature Gauge .......................................................................................................... 2-33Brightness Control ........................................................................................................... 2-33Information Display .......................................................................................................... 2-34Lighting Control Lever .................................................................................................... 2-38Front Fog Light Switch (if equipped) .......................................................................... 2-38Headlight Leveling Switch .............................................................................................. 2-39Turn Signal Control Lever .............................................................................................. 2-39Hazard Warning Switch ................................................................................................... 2-40Windshield Wiper .............................................................................................................. 2-40Washer Lever .................................................................................................................... 2-41Tilt Steering Lock Lever ................................................................................................. 2-41Horn ..................................................................................................................................... 2-42Heated Rear Window Switch (if equipped) ................................................................. 2-42

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Keys

Your vehicle comes with a pair of identicalkeys. Keep the spare key in a safe place.One key can open all of the locks on thevehicle.

The key identification number is stamped ona metal tag provided with the keys or onthe keys. Keep the tag (if equipped) in asafe place. If you lose your keys, you willneed this number to have new keys made.Write the number below for your future ref-erence.

KEY NUMBER:

which has an electronic identification codeprogrammed into it. The key communicatesthe identification code to the vehicle whenthe ignition switch is turned to the “ON”position. If you need to make spare keys,see your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer. Thevehicle must be programmed with the correctidentification code for the spare keys. A keymade by an ordinary locksmith will not work.

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If the immobilizer system light blinks whenthe ignition switch is in the “ON” position,the engine will not start.

NOTE:• If this light blinks, turn the ignition switch

to the “LOCK” position, then turn it backto the “ON” position.

• If the light still blinks with the ignition switchturned to the “ON” position, there may besomething wrong with your key or with theimmobilizer system. Ask your MARUTISUZUKI dealer to inspect the system.

NOTE:• If you lose your immobilizer ignition key,

see your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer assoon as possible to have the lost onedeactivated, then have the new keymade by them.

• If you own other vehicles with immobi-lizer keys, keep those keys away fromthe ignition switch when using yourMARUTI SUZUKI, or the engine may notbe started because they may interferewith your MARUTI SUZUKI immobilizersystem.

• If you attach any metal objects to theimmobilizer key, it may not start theengine.

NOTICEThe immobilizer key is a sensitiveelectronic instrument. To avoid dam-aging the immobilizer key:• Do not expose it to impacts, mois-

ture or high temperature such as onthe dashboard under direct sunlight.

• Keep the immobilizer key away frommagnetic objects.

Ignition Key ReminderA buzzer sounds intermittently to remindyou to remove the ignition key if it is in theignition switch when the driver’s door isopened.

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Immobilizer SystemThis system is designed to help preventvehicle theft by electronically disabling theengine starting system.The engine can be started only with yourvehicle’s original immobilizer ignition key

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Door LocksSide Door Locks

1) UNLOCK2) LOCK3) Front4) Rear

To lock a front door from outside the vehi-cle:

• Insert the key and turn the top of thekey toward the front of the vehicle, or

• Turn the lock knob forward, then pulland hold the door handle as you closethe door.

To unlock a front door from outside thevehicle, insert the key and turn the top ofthe key toward the rear of the vehicle.

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1) LOCK2) UNLOCK

To lock a door from inside the vehicle, turnthe lock knob forward. Turn the lock knobrearward to unlock the door.

To lock a rear door from outside the vehi-cle, turn the lock knob forward and closethe door. You do not need to pull and holdthe door handle as you close the door.

NOTE:Be sure to hold the door handle when youclose a locked front door, or the door willnot remain locked.

Central Door Locking System(if equipped)

1) UNLOCK2) LOCK3) Front4) Rear

You can lock and unlock all doors (includ-ing the tailgate) simultaneously by using thekey in the driver’s door lock.

To lock all doors simultaneously, insert thekey in the driver’s door lock and turn thetop of the key toward the front of thevehicle.

To unlock all doors simultaneously, insertthe key in the driver’s door lock and turnthe top of the key toward the rear of thevehicle.

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1) LOCK2) UNLOCK

You can also lock or unlock all doors bydepressing the front or rear of the switch,respectively.

NOTE:• If your vehicle is equipped with the

keyless entry system, you can also lockor unlock all doors by operating thetransmitter. Refer to “Keyless EntrySystem Transmitter” in this section.

NOTE:• If your vehicle is equipped with security

system, all doors are automaticallyunlocked when your turn the ignitionswitch to the “LOCK” position and pullout the key.

• All doors are automatically closed forsafety when the vehicle speed reaches20 km/h.

Child-Proof Locks (rear door)

1) LOCK2) UNLOCK

Each of the rear doors is equipped with achild-proof lock which can be used to helpprevent unwanted opening of the door frominside the vehicle. When the lock lever is inthe “LOCK” position (1), the rear door canonly be opened from outside. When the locklever is in the “UNLOCK” position (2), the reardoor can be opened from inside or outside.

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wwwww WARNINGBe sure to place the child-proof lockin the “LOCK” position wheneverchildren are seated in the rear.

Tailgate

Always make sure that the tailgate isclosed and latched securely. Com-pletely closing the tailgate helps pre-vent occupants from being thrownfrom the vehicle in the event of anaccident. Completely closing it alsohelps keep exhaust gases from enter-ing the vehicle.

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You can lock and unlock the tailgate byusing the key in the driver’s door lock.To open the tailgate, pull up and hold thetailgate handle (1) and lift the tailgate.If you cannot unlatch the tailgate by pullingup the tailgate handle (1) due to a dis-

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charged battery or malfunction, follow theprocedures below to unlatch the tailgatefrom inside the vehicle.1) Fold the 3rd row seat forward for easier

access. Refer to “Folding Rear Seats”section for details on how to fold the 3rdrow seat forward.

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2) Push open the tailgate from inside bypushing up on the emergency lever (2)using a flat blade screwdriver or the jackhandle. The tailgate will be latched againby closing the tailgate simply.

If the tailgate cannot be unlatched by pull-ing up the tailgate handle (1), have thevehicle inspected by your MARUTI SUZUKIdealer.

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ger to push the emergency lever.• Make sure there is no one near the

tailgate when pushing open the tail-gate from inside the vehicle.

Type 2

To open the tailgate, insert the key and turnit clockwise to unlatch and lift the tailgate.

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NOTICEDo not use the key to lift up the tail-gate, or the key may break off in thelock.

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You can also unlatch the tailgate by pullingthe release lever located on the outboardside of the driver’s seat.

Keyless Entry System Transmitter(if equipped)

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1) “LOCK” button2) “UNLOCK” button

You can lock or unlock all doors (includingthe tailgate) simultaneously by operating thetransmitter near the vehicle.

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• To lock the doors, push the “LOCK” but-ton (1) on the transmitter.

• To unlock the doors, push the“UNLOCK” button (2) on the transmitter.

The turn signal lights will flash once whenthe doors are locked.

When the doors are unlocked:• The turn signal lights will flash twice.• If the interior light switch is in the

“DOOR” position, the interior light willturn on for about 15 seconds and thenfade out. If you insert the key into theignition switch during this time, the lightwill start to fade out immediately.

Be sure the doors are locked after youoperate the “LOCK” button (1).

NOTE:If no door is opened within about 30 sec-onds after the “UNLOCK” button (2) isoperated, the doors will automatically lockagain.

NOTE:• The maximum operating distance of the

keyless entry system transmitter is about5 m (16 ft.), but this can vary dependingon the surroundings, especially nearother transmitting devices such as radiotowers or CB (Citizen’s Band) radios.

• The door locks cannot be operated withthe transmitter, if the ignition key is

inserted in the ignition switch.• When any door is open, the door locks

can be operated only unlock with thetransmitter, and the turn signal light willnot flash.

• If you lose one of the transmitters, askyour MARUTI SUZUKI dealer as soonas possible for a replacement. Be sureto have your dealer program the newtransmitter code in your vehicle’smemory so that the old code is erased.

NOTICEThe transmitter is a sensitive elec-tronic instrument. To avoid damagingthe transmitter:• Do not expose it to impacts, mois-

ture or high temperature such as byleaving it on the dashboard underdirect sunlight.

• Keep the transmitter away frommagnetic objects such as a televi-sion.

Replacement of the BatteryIf the transmitter becomes unreliable,replace the battery.

To replace the battery of the transmitter:

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1) Remove the screw (1), and open thetransmitter cover.

2) Remove the transmitter (2).

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(3) Lithium disc type battery:CR1620 or equivalent

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3) Put the edge of a flat blade screwdriverin the slot of the transmitter (2) and pryit open.

4) Replace the battery (3) so its + terminalfaces the “+” mark of the transmitter.

5) Close the transmitter and install it intothe transmitter holder.

6) Close the transmitter cover, install andtighten the screw (1).

7) Make sure the door locks can be oper-ated with the transmitter.

8) Dispose of the used battery properlyaccording to applicable rules or regula-tions. Do not dispose of lithium batter-ies with ordinary household trash.

wwwww WARNINGSwallowing a lithium battery maycause serious internal injury. Do notallow anyone to swallow a lithiumbattery. Keep lithium batteries awayfrom children and pets. If swallowed,contact a physician immediately.

NOTICEThe transmitter is a sensitive elec-tronic instrument. To avoid damagingit, do not expose it to dust or mois-ture or tamper with internal parts.

Security System (if equipped)

If your vehicle is equipped with the securitysystem, contact your dealer for furtherinformation.

WindowsManual Window Control(if equipped)

Driver’s side

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Raise or lower the door windows by turningthe handle located on the door panel.Electric Window Controls(if equipped)The electric windows can only be operatedwhen the ignition switch is in the “ON” posi-tion.

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The driver’s door has a switch (1) to oper-ate the driver’s window, and a switch (2)to operate the front passenger’s window orthere are switches (3), (4), to operate therear right and left passenger windows,respectively.

EXAMPLE

Passenger’s door

The passenger’s door has a switch (5) tooperate the passenger’s window.

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To open a window, push the top part of theswitch and to close the window lift up thetop part of the switch.The driver’s window has an “auto-down”feature for added convenience (at tollbooths or drive-through restaurants, forexample). This means you can open thewindow without holding the window switchin the “Down” position. Press the driver’swindow switch completely down and releaseit. To stop the window before it reaches thebottom, pull the switch up briefly.

Lock switch

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The driver’s door also has a lock switch forthe passenger’s windows. When you pushin the lock switch, the passenger’s windowscannot be raised or lowered by operatingany of the switches (2), (3), (4) or (5). Torestore normal operation, release the lockswitch by pushing again.

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wwwww WARNINGYou should always lock the passen-ger’s window operation when there arechildren in the vehicle. Children canbe seriously injured if they get part oftheir body caught by the windowduring operation.To avoid injuring an occupant bywindow entrapment, be sure no partof the occupant’s body such as handsor head is in the path of the electricwindows when closing them.Always remove the ignition key whenleaving the vehicle even if only for ashort time. Also do not leave childrenalone in a parked vehicle. Unattendedchildren could use the electric windowswitches and get trapped by thewindow.

MirrorsInside Rearview MirrorYou can adjust the inside rearview mirrorby hand so as to see the rear of your vehi-cle in the mirror.

Type 1

NOTE:If you drive with one of the rear windowsopen, you may hear a loud sound causedby air vibration. To reduce the sound, openthe driver’s or front passenger’s window, ornarrow the rear window opening.

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Type 2

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2) Day driving3) Night driving

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To adjust the mirror, set the selector tab (1)to the day position, then move the mirrorup, down or sideways by hand to obtain thebest view.

When driving at night, you can move theselector tab to the night position to reduceglare from the headlights of vehicles behindyou.

wwwww WARNING• Always adjust the mirror with the

selector set to the day position.• Only use the night position if it is

necessary to reduce glare from theheadlights of vehicles behind you.Be aware that in this position youmay not be able to see someobjects that could be seen in theday position.

Outside Rearview MirrorsAdjust the outside rearview mirrors so youcan just see the side of your vehicle in themirrors.

wwwww WARNINGBe careful when judging the size ordistance of a vehicle or other objectseen in the side convex mirror. Beaware that objects look smaller andappear farther away than when seenin a flat mirror.

Type 1

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You can adjust the outside rearview mirrorsby hand with the knob (1) located on thedriver’s or front passenger’s door panel.

Type 2

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The switch to control the electric mirrors islocated on the driver’s door panel. You canadjust the mirrors when the ignition switchis in the “ACC” or “ON” position. To adjustthe mirrors:

1) Move the selector switch to the left orright to select the mirror you wish toadjust.

2) Press the outer part of the switch thatcorresponds to the direction in which youwish to move the mirror.

3) Return the selector switch to the centerposition to help prevent unintendedadjustment.

Front Seats

Seat Adjustment

wwwww WARNINGNever attempt to adjust the driver’sseat or seatback while driving. Theseat or seatback could move unex-pectedly, causing loss of control.Make sure that the driver’s seat andseatback are properly adjusted beforeyou start driving.

wwwww WARNINGTo avoid excessive seat belt slack,which reduces the effectiveness of theseat belts as a safety device, makesure that the seats are adjusted beforethe seat belts are fastened.

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Adjusting Seat Position

The adjustment lever for each front seat islocated under the front of the seat. Toadjust the seat position, pull up on theadjustment lever and slide the seat forwardor rearward.After adjustment, try to move the seat for-ward and rearward to ensure that it issecurely latched.

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If the driver’s seat is equipped with a seatheight adjuster lever on the outboard sideof the seat, raise or lower the seat by pull-ing up or down the adjuster lever.

Adjusting Seatbacks

wwwww WARNINGAll seatbacks should always be in anupright position when driving, or seatbelt effectiveness may be reduced.Seat belts are designed to offer maxi-mum protection when seatbacks are inthe upright position.

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To adjust the seatback angle of front seats,pull up the lever on the outboard side ofthe seat, move the seatback to the desiredposition, and release the lever to lock theseatback in place.

Head Restraints

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Head restraints are designed to help reducethe risk of neck injuries in the case of anaccident. Adjust the head restraint to theposition which places the center of the headrestraint closest to the top of your ears. Ifthis is not possible for very tall passengers,adjust the head restraint as high aspossible.

wwwww WARNING• Never drive the vehicle with the

head restraints removed.• Do not attempt to adjust the head

restraint while driving.

NOTEIt may be necessary to recline the seatbackto provide enough overhead clearance toremove the head restraint.

Front

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To raise the front head restraint, pull upwardon the restraint until it clicks. To lower therestraint, push down on the restraint whileholding in the lock lever. If a head restraintmust be removed (for cleaning, replacement,etc.), push in the lock lever and pull thehead restraint all the way out.

Rear SeatsSeat Adjustment

wwwww WARNINGTo avoid excessive seat belt slack,which reduces the effectiveness of theseat belts as a safety device, makesure that the seats are adjusted beforethe seat belts are fastened.

Adjusting Seat Position(for 2nd row seats)

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The adjustment levers for 2nd row seats arelocated under the front of the seats. Toadjust the seat position, pull up on theadjustment lever and slide the seat forwardor rearward.After adjustment, try to move the seat for-ward and rearward to ensure that it issecurely latched.

NOTICEWhen the 3rd row seat is folded for-ward, adjust the 2nd row seat not toreach the 3rd row seat.

Adjusting Seatbacks

wwwww WARNINGAll seatbacks should always be in anupright position when driving, or seatbelt effectiveness may be reduced.Seat belts are designed to offer maxi-mum protection when seatbacks are inthe upright position.

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For 2nd row seats

To adjust the seatback angle of 2nd rowseats, pull up the lever on the outboard sideof the seat, move the seatback to thedesired position, and release the lever tolock the seatback in place.

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Walk-in Type Seats(for 2nd row seats)

NOTE:To enter to or exit from the 3rd row seat,hook the webbing of the outboard lap-shoulder belt of 2nd row seat before mov-ing the 2nd row seat.

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The walk-in type seat can be moved to pro-vide easy entry to and exit from the 3rd rowseats. You can move a walk-in seat by pull-ing up the lever on the outboard side of theseatback and pushing the seatback forward.

wwwww WARNING• After using the walk-in function, be

sure to return the folded seat backto an upright position.

• Before returning a walk-in seat to itsnormal seating position, make surethat the feet of the passenger in the3rd row seat are out of the way.

• After returning the seat to its nor-mal seating position, make sure it issecurely latched.

wwwww WARNING• Never drive the vehicle with the

head restraints removed.• Do not attempt to adjust the head

restraint while driving.

Head Restraints (if equipped)Head restraints are designed to help reducethe risk of neck injuries in the case of anaccident.

NOTE:It may be necessary to fold forward the

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seatback to provide enough overheadclearance to remove the head restraint.

Adjust the head restraint to the positionwhich places the center of the head restraintclosest to the top of your ears. If this is notpossible for very tall passengers, adjust thehead restraint as high as possible.

2nd row seats (if equipped)

3rd row seats (if equipped)

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EXAMPLE

To raise the rear head restraint, pull upwardon the restraint until it clicks. To lower therestraint, push down on the restraint whileholding in the lock lever. If a head restraintmust be removed (for cleaning, replacement,etc.), push in the lock lever and pull thehead restraint all the way out.

When installing a child restraint system,raise the head restraint to the most upperposition.

Folding Rear SeatsThe rear seat of your vehicle can be foldedforward to provide additional cargo space.

2nd row seats

To fold the 2nd row seat forward:

1) Hook the webbing of the outboard lap-shoulder belts in the belt hangers.

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NOTICE• When you move a seatback, make

sure the belt webbing is hooked inthe seat belt hangers so the seatbelts are not caught by theseatback. This helps preventdamage to the belt system.

• Make sure the belt webbing is nottwisted.

2) Lower the head restraint (if equipped)fully.

3) Store the seat belt buckles in the seatcushion slit.

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4) Pull up the lever on the outboard sideof the seat, and fold the seatbackforward.

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EXAMPLE

NOTICEWhen the 2nd row seat head restraintreaches the front seatback, slide thefront seat forward.

wwwww WARNINGIf you need to carry cargo in the pas-senger compartment with the 2nd rowseatback folded forward, be sure tosecure the cargo or it may be thrownabout, causing injury. Never pile cargohigher than the seatback.

Raise the seatback until it locks into place.

NOTE:When the seatback is locked in the foldedposition, pull up the lever on the outboardside of the seat to unlatch the seatback.

After returning the seat, try moving theseatback to make sure they are securelylatched.

3rd row seats

To fold the 3rd row seat forward:1) Lower the head restraint (if equipped)

fully.2) Store the seat belt buckles in the seat

cushion slit.

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NOTICE

To return the seat to the normal position,follow the procedure below.

EXAMPLE

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3) Pull up the both release straps on thetop of seat, and fold the seatback for-ward.

When the 3rd row seat head restraintreaches the 2nd row seatback, slidethe 2nd row seat forward (if requiredremove head restraint).

wwwww WARNINGIf you need to carry cargo in the pas-senger compartment with the 3rd rowseatback folded forward, be sure tosecure the cargo or it may be thrownabout, causing injury. Never pile cargohigher than the seatback.

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To return the seat to the normal position,follow the procedure below.

Raise the seatback until it locks into place.

When you raise the seat from back of it,pull the strap (1).

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NOTICEDo not pull the luggage flap (2) (ifequipped) or place any luggage whenthe luggage flap is pull toward rear.Otherwise, the luggage flap (2) will bedamaged.

After returning the seat, try moving theseatback to make sure they are securelylatched.

Seat Belts and Child RestraintSystems

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wwwww WARNINGWear Your Seat Belts at All Times.

wwwww WARNINGAn air bag supplements, or adds to,the frontal crash protection offered byseat belts. The driver and all pas-sengers must be properly restrainedby wearing seat belts at all times,whether or not an air bag is mountedat their seating position, to minimizethe risk of severe injury or death inthe event of a crash.

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• Never allow persons to ride in thecargo area of a vehicle. In the eventof an accident, there is a muchgreater risk of injury for personswho are not riding in a seat withtheir seat belt securely fastened.

• Seat belts should always beadjusted as follows:– the lap portion of the belt should

be worn low across the pelvis, notacross the waist.

– the shoulder straps should beworn on the outside shoulderonly, and never under the arm.

– the shoulder straps should beaway from your face and neck,but not falling off your shoulder.

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wwwww WARNING

VVVV V• Seat belts should never be wornwith the straps twisted and shouldbe adjusted as tightly as is com-fortable to provide the protection forwhich they have been designed. Aslack belt will provide less pro-tection than one which is snug.

• Make sure that each seat belt buckleis inserted into the proper bucklecatch. It is possible to cross thebuckles in the rear seat.

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• Pregnant women should use seatbelts, although specific recommen-dations about driving should bemade by the woman’s medical advi-sor. Remember that the lap portionof the belt should be worn as lowas possible across the hips, asshown in the diagram.

• Do not wear your seat belt overhard or breakable objects in yourpockets or on your clothing. If anaccident occurs, objects such asglasses, pens, etc. under the seatbelt can cause injury.

• Never use the same seat belt on morethan one occupant and never attach a

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VVVV V seat belt over an infant or child beingheld on an occupant’s lap. Such seatbelt use could cause serious injury inthe event of an accident.

• Periodically inspect seat beltassemblies for excessive wear anddamage. Seat belts should be replacedif webbing becomes frayed,contaminated, or damaged in any way.It is essential to replace the entire seatbelt assembly after it has been wornin a severe impact, even if damage tothe assembly is not obvious.

• Children age 12 and under should rideproperly restrained in the rear seat.

• Infants and small children shouldnever be transported unless they areproperly restrained. Restraintsystems for infants and small chil-dren can be purchased locally andshould be used. Make sure that thesystem you purchase meets appli-cable safety standards. Read andfollow all the directions provided bythe manufacturer.

• For children, if the shoulder beltirritates the neck or face, move thechild closer to the center of thevehicle.

• Avoid contamination of seat belt

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wwwww WARNINGVVVV V webbing by polishes, oils, chemi-

cals, and particularly battery acid.Cleaning may safely be carried outusing mild soap and water.

• Do not insert any items such ascoins, clips, etc. into the seat beltbuckles, and be careful not to spillliquids into these parts. If foreignmaterials get into a seat belt buckle,the seat belt may not work properly.

• All seatbacks should always be inan upright position when driving, orseat belt effectiveness may bereduced. Seat belts are designed tooffer maximum protection whenseatbacks are in the upright posi-tion.

Lap-Shoulder Belt

Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)The seat belt has an emergency lockingretractor (ELR), which is designed to lockthe seat belt only during a sudden stop orimpact. It also may lock if you pull the beltacross your body very quickly. If this hap-pens, let the belt go back to unlock it, thenpull the belt across your body more slowly.

Safety reminder

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To reduce the risk of sliding under the beltduring a collision, position the lap portionof the belt across your lap as low on yourhips as possible and adjust it to a snug fitby pulling the shoulder portion of the beltupward through the latch plate. The length

of the diagonal shoulder strap adjusts itselfto allow freedom of movement.

All Seat Belts Except Center of 2ndRow Seat

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To fasten the seat belt, sit up straight andwell back in the seat, pull the latch plateattached to the seat belt across your bodyand press it straight into the buckle until youhear a “click”.

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To unfasten the seat belt, push the buttonon the buckle and retract the belt slowlywhile attaching a hand to the belt or/and thelatch plate.

Center Seat Belt of 2nd Row SeatLap belt

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Sit up straight and well back in the seat.To fasten the belt, pull the latch plateattached to the seat belt across your hipsand press it straight into the buckle until youhear a “click”. To reduce the risk of slidingunder the belt during a collision, position thebelt across your lap as low on your hipsas possible and adjust it to a snug fit.To tighten the belt, pull the free end of thebelt across alongside the lap strap.

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To lengthen, release the latch plate from thebuckle, pull the latch plate (adjuster) in thedirection of the arrow. The latch plateshould then be refitted into the buckle andthe belt tightened as previously described.

EXAMPLE

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NOTE:The word “CENTER” is marked into thebuckle for the rear center belt. The bucklesare designed so a latch plate cannot beinserted into the wrong buckle.

Driver’s Seat Belt Reminder

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When the driver does not buckle his or herseat belt with the ignition switch in the “ON”position, the driver’s seat belt reminder lightin the instrument cluster will blink until thedriver’s seat belt is buckled.

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TO TIGHTEN

TO LOOSEN

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The reminder will be automatically canceledwhen the driver’s seat belt is buckled or theignition switch is turned off.

wwwww WARNINGIt is absolutely essential that thedriver and passengers wear their seatbelts at all times. Persons who are notwearing seat belts have a muchgreater risk of injury if an accidentoccurs. Make a regular habit of buck-ling your seat belt before putting thekey in the ignition.

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Shoulder Anchor Height Adjuster(if equipped)

Adjust the shoulder anchor height so thatthe shoulder belt rides on the center of the

outboard shoulder. To move upward, slidethe anchor up. To move downward, slidethe anchor down while pulling the lock knobout. After adjustment, make sure that theanchor is securely locked.

Be sure that the shoulder belt is posi-tioned on the center of the outsideshoulder. The belt should be awayfrom your face and neck, but not fall-ing off your shoulder. Misadjustmentof the belt could reduce the effective-ness of the safety belt in a crash.

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Seat Belt Hanger (for 2nd row seats)

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NOTE:To enter to or exit from the 3rd row seat,hook the webbing of the outboard lap-

shoulder belt of 2nd row seat before mov-ing the 2nd row seat.

Seat Belt Inspection

Periodically inspect the seat belts to makesure they work properly and are not dam-aged. Check the webbing, buckles, latchplates, retractors, anchorages, and guideloops. Replace any seat belts which do notwork properly or are damaged.

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wwwww WARNINGBe sure to inspect all seat beltassemblies after any collision. Anyseat belt assembly which was in useduring a collision (other than a veryminor one) should be replaced, evenif damage to the assembly is not

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wwwww WARNINGVVVV Vobvious. Any seat belt assembly

which was not in use during a colli-sion should be replaced if it does notfunction properly, it is damaged in anyway or the seat belt pretensioners (ifequipped) were activated (that is, ifthe front air bags were activated).

Child Restraint Systems

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Infant restraint - rear seat only

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Child restraint

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Booster seat

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EXAMPLE EXAMPLE

MARUTI SUZUKI highly recommends thatyou use a child restraint system to restraininfants and small children. Many differenttypes of child restraint systems areavailable; make sure that the restraintsystem you select meets applicable safetystandards.

All child restraint systems are designed tobe secured in vehicle seats by either seatbelts (lap belts or the lap portion of lap-shoulder belts). Whenever possible, MARUTISUZUKI recommends that child restraintsystems be installed on the rear seat.According to accident statistics, children aresafer when properly restrained in rearseating positions than in front seating posi-tions.

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If you must use a front-facing child restraintin the front passenger’s seat, adjust thepassenger’s seat as far back as possible.

NOTE:Observe any statutory regulation about childrestraints.

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wwwww WARNINGIf your vehicle is equipped with a frontpassenger air bag, do not install arear-facing child restraint in the frontpassenger’s seat. If the passenger’sair bag inflates, a child in a rear-facingchild restraint could be killed orseriously injured. The back of a rear-facing child restraint would be tooclose to the inflating air bag.

wwwww WARNINGIf you install a child restraint systemin the 2nd row seat, slide the seatinstalled the child restraint system asfar back as possible. If you install achild restraint system in the 3rd rowseat, slide the seat in front of the seatinstalled a child restraint systemenough forward so that the child’sfeet do not contact the front seatback.These will help avoid injury to thechild in the event of an accident.

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wwwww WARNINGChildren could be endangered in acrash if their child restraint systemsare not properly secured in the vehi-cle. When installing a child restraintsystem, be sure to follow the instruc-tions below. Be sure to secure thechild in the restraint system accord-ing to the manufacturer’s instructions.

wwwww WARNINGIn an accident or sudden stop, therear seat armrest (if equipped) couldfall forward. If there is a child in arear-facing child restraint in the cen-ter seating position, the falling armrestcould injure the child. Make sure thearmrest is back in the seat when notin use.

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Installation with Lap-Shoulder SeatBelts

NOTICEBefore installing a child restraint sys-tem in the rear seat, raise the headrestraint (if equipped) to the mostupper position.

ELR type belt

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Install your child restraint system accordingto the instructions provided by the childrestraint system manufacturer.

Make sure that the seat belt is securelylatched.

Try to move the child restraint system in alldirections to make sure it is securelyinstalled.

Installation with a Lap Belt

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Install your child restraint system accordingto the instructions provided by the childrestraint system manufacturer.

To lengthen or tighten the belt, refer to the“Lap-belt” item in this “Seat Belts and ChildRestraint Systems” section. After makingsure that the seat belt is securely latched,try moving the child restraint system in alldirections, to make sure it is securelyinstalled. If you need to tighten the belt, pullthe free end of the webbing.

Seat Belt Pretensioner System(if equipped)

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This section of the owner’s manualdescribes your MARUTI SUZUKI SEATBELT PRETENSIONER SYSTEM.Please read and follow ALL theseinstructions carefully to minimize yourrisk of severe injury or death.

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To determine if your vehicle is equippedwith a seat belt pretensioner system at thefront seating positions, check the label onthe front seat belt at the bottom part. If theletters “p” and/or “PRE” appear as illus-trated, your vehicle is equipped with theseat belt pretensioner system. You can usethe pretensioner seat belts in the samemanner as ordinary seat belts.

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Read this section and the “SupplementalRestraint System (air bags)” section to learnmore about the pretensioner system.

The seat belt pretensioner system workswith the SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINTSYSTEM (Air Bags). The crash sensors andthe electronic controller of the air bagsystem also control the seat belt preten-sioners. When the air bags are triggered,the pretensioner are also triggered. Forprecautions and general informationincluding servicing the pretensioner system,refer to the “Supplemental Restraint System(air bags)” section in addition to this “SeatBelt Pretensioner System” section, andfollow all those precautions.

The pretensioner is located in each frontseat belt retractor. The pretensioner tight-ens the seat belt so the belt fits the occu-pant’s body more snugly in the event of afrontal crash. The retractors will remainlocked after the pretensioners are activated.Upon activation, some noise will occur andsome smoke may be released. Theseconditions are not harmful and do notindicate a fire in the vehicle.The driver and all passengers must beproperly restrained by wearing seat belts atall times, whether or not a pretensioner isequipped at their seating position, tominimize the risk of severe injury or deathin the event of a crash.

Sit fully back in the seat; sit up straight; donot lean forward or sideways. Adjust the beltso the lap portion of the belt is worn lowacross the pelvis, not across the waist.Please refer to the “Seat Adjustment” sec-tion and the instructions and precautionsabout the seat belts in this “Seat Belts andChild Restraint Systems” section for detailson proper seat and seat belt adjustments.

Please note that the pretensioners along withthe air bags will activate in severe frontalcollisions. They are not designed to activatein rear impacts, side impacts, rollovers, orminor frontal collisions. The pretensionerscan be activated only once. If thepretensioners are activated (that is, if the airbags are activated), have the pretensionersystem serviced by an authorized MARUTISUZUKI dealer as soon as possible.

If the “AIR BAG” light on the instrumentcluster does not blink or come on brieflywhen the ignition switch is turned to the“ON” position, stays on for more than 10seconds, or comes on while driving, thepretensioner system or the air bag systemmay not work properly. Have both systemsinspected by an authorized MARUTISUZUKI dealer as soon as possible.

Service on or around the pretensioner sys-tem components or wiring must be per-formed only by an authorized MARUTI

SUZUKI dealer who is specially trained.Improper service could result in unintendedactivation of pretensioners or could renderthe pretensioner inoperative. Either of thesetwo conditions may result in personal injury.

To prevent damage or unintended activationof the pretensioners, be sure the battery isdisconnected and the ignition switch hasbeen in the “LOCK” position for at least 90seconds before performing any electricalservice work on your MARUTI SUZUKI.

Do not touch pretensioner system compo-nents or wiring. The wires are wrapped withyellow tape or yellow tubing, and thecouplers are yellow. When scrapping yourMARUTI SUZUKI, ask your MARUTISUZUKI dealer, body repair shop, or scrapyard for assistance.

Supplemental Restraint System (airbags) (if equipped)

This section of the owner’s manualdescribes the protection provided byyour MARUTI SUZUKI’s SUPPLEMENTALRESTRAINT SYSTEM (air bags).Please read and follow ALL theseinstructions carefully to minimize yourrisk of severe injury or death in theevent of a collision.

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Your vehicle is equipped with a Supple-mental Restraint System consisting of thefollowing components in addition to a lap-shoulder belt at each front seating position.

1) Driver’s front air bag module(if equipped)

2) Front passenger’s front air bag module(if equipped)

3) Seat belt pretensioners (if equipped)4) Air bag controller (if equipped)5) Forward crash sensor (if equipped)

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If the “AIR BAG” light on the instrumentcluster does not blink or come on when theignition switch is first turned to the “ON”position, or the “AIR BAG” light stays on,or comes on while driving, the air bagsystem (or the seat belt pretensionersystem) may not work properly. Have theair bag system inspected by an authorizedMARUTI SUZUKI dealer as soon aspossible.

Front Air Bags

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The driver’s front air bag is located behindthe center pad of the steering wheel andthe front passenger’s front air bag is locatedbehind the passenger’s side of thedashboard. The words “SRS AIRBAG” aremolded into the air bag covers to identifythe location of the air bags.2-23

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Frontal collision range

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Front air bags are designed to inflate insevere frontal collisions.

Front air bags will not inflate

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Front air bags will probably not inflate

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Front air bags are not designed to inflatein rear impacts, side impacts, rollovers orminor frontal collisions, since they wouldoffer no protection in those types of acci-dents. Remember, since an air bag deploysonly one time during an accident, seat beltsare needed to restrain occupants fromfurther movements during the accident.

Therefore, an air bag is NOT a substitutefor seat belts. To maximize your protection,ALWAYS WEAR YOUR SEAT BELTS. Beaware that no system can prevent all pos-sible injuries that may occur in an accident.

wwwww WARNINGAn air bag supplements, or adds to,the crash protection offered by seat

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belts. The driver and all passengersmust be properly restrained by wear-ing seat belts at all times, whether ornot an air bag is mounted at theirseating position, to minimize the riskof severe injury or death in the eventof a crash.

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wwwww WARNINGDo not install a rear-facing child restraintin the front passenger’s seat. If thepassenger’s front air bag inflates, a childin a rear-facing child restraint could bekilled or severely injured. The back of arear-facing child restraint would be tooclose to the inflating air bag.

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If you must use a front-facing child restraintin the front passenger’s seat, be sure tomove the front passenger’s seat as far backas possible. Please refer to “Seat Belts andChild Restraint Systems” in this section fordetails on securing your child.

Air bag symbol (if equipped) meaning

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You may find this label on the sun visor.

wwwww WARNINGDo not use a rearward facing childrestraint on a seat protected by anairbag in front of it.

wwwww WARNINGIf the AIR BAG light in the instrumentcluster ever comes on and stays on,

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it means that something may bewrong with the air bag system. If thisever happens, have the vehicle ser-viced immediately, because the airbags may not offer the protection forwhich they were designed.

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How the System WorksIn a frontal collision, the crash sensors willdetect rapid deceleration, and if the con-troller judges that the deceleration repre-sents a severe frontal crash, the controllerwill trigger the inflators. The inflators inflatethe appropriate air bags with nitrogen orargon gas. The inflated air bags provide acushion for your head and upper body. Theair bag inflates and deflates so quickly thatyou may not even realize that it has acti-vated. The air bag will neither hinder yourview nor make it harder to exit the vehicle.

Air bags must inflate quickly and forcefullyin order to reduce the chance of serious orfatal injuries. However, an unavoidableconsequence of the quick inflation is thatthe air bag may irritate bare skin, such asthe facial area against a front air bag. Also,upon inflation, a loud noise will occur andsome powder and smoke will be released.These conditions are not harmful and do notindicate a fire in the vehicle. Be aware,

however, that some air bag componentsmay be hot for a while after inflation.

A seat belt helps keep you in the properposition for maximum protection when an airbag inflates. Adjust your seat as far backas possible while still maintaining control ofthe vehicle. Sit fully back in your seat; situp straight; do not lean over the steeringwheel or dashboard. Please refer to the“Seat Adjustment” section and the “SeatBelts and Child Restraint Systems” in thissection for details on proper seat and seatbelt adjustments.

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against the dashboard, or otherwiseget too close to the dashboard. Inthese situations, the out-of-positionoccupant would be too close to aninflating air bag, and may suffersevere injury.

• Do not attach any objects to, orplace any objects over, the steeringwheel or dashboard. Do not placeany objects between the air bag andthe driver or front passenger. Theseobjects may interfere with air bagoperation or may be propelled bythe air bag in the event of a crash.Either of these conditions maycause severe injury.

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Note that even though your vehicle may bemoderately damaged in a collision, the col-lision may not have been severe enough totrigger the air bags to inflate. If your vehiclesustains ANY front-end or side damage,have the air bag system inspected by anauthorized MARUTI SUZUKI dealer toensure it is in proper working order.

Your vehicle is equipped with a diagnosticmodule which records information about theair bag system if the air bags deploy in acrash. The module records informationabout overall system status, which sensorsactivated the deployment.

Servicing the air bag systemIf the air bags inflate, have the air bags andrelated components replaced by an autho-rized MARUTI SUZUKI dealer as soon aspossible.

If your vehicle ever gets in deep water andthe driver’s floor is submerged, the air bagcontroller could be damaged. If it does,have the air bag system inspected by theMARUTI SUZUKI dealer as soon aspossible.

Special procedures are required for servic-ing or replacing an air bag. For that reason,only an authorized MARUTI SUZUKI dealershould be allowed to service or replace yourair bags. Please remind anyone whoservices your MARUTI SUZUKI that it hasair bags.

Service on or around air bag componentsor wiring must be performed only by anauthorized MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.Improper service could result in unintendedair bag deployment or could render the airbag inoperative. Either of these twoconditions may result in severe injury.

To prevent damage or unintended inflationof the air bag system, be sure the batteryis disconnected and the ignition switch hasbeen in the “LOCK” position for at least 90seconds before performing any electricalservice work on your MARUTI SUZUKI. Do

not touch air bag system components orwires. The wires are wrapped with yellowtape or yellow tubing, and the couplers areyellow for easy identification.

Scrapping a vehicle that has an uninflatedair bag can be hazardous. Ask your dealer,body repair shop or scrap yard for help withdisposal.

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Instrument Cluster

1. Speedometer2. Tachometer (if equipped)3. Fuel gauge4. Temperature gauge5. Information display6. Trip meter selector knob7. Indicator selector knob8. Warning and indicator lights

with tachometer

* These marks are explanation of the knobs6 and 7. Refer to “Brightness Control” or“Information Display” in this section for detailof knobs.

without tachometer

* These marks are explanation of the knobs6 and 7. Refer to “Brightness Control” or“Information Display” in this section for detailof knobs.

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Warning and Indicator Lights

Brake System Warning Light

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Three different types of operations existdepending on the vehicle’s specification.

1) The light comes on briefly when theignition switch is turned to the “ON”position.

2) The light comes on when the parkingbrake is engaged with the ignition switchin the “ON” position.

3) The light comes on when under eitheror both of above two conditions.

The light also comes on when the fluid inthe brake fluid reservoir falls below thespecified level.

The light should go out after starting theengine and fully releasing the parking brake,if the fluid level in the brake fluid reservoiris adequate.

The light also comes on together with theABS warning light when the rear brake forcecontrol function (proportioning valve function)of the ABS system fails.

If the brake system warning light comes onwhile you are driving the vehicle, it maymean that there is something wrong withthe vehicle’s brake system. If this happens,you should:

1) Pull off the road and stop carefully.

wwwww WARNINGRemember that stopping distance maybe longer, you may have to pushharder on the pedal, and the pedalmay go down farther than normal.

2) Test the brakes by carefully starting andstopping on the shoulder of the road.

– If you determine that it is safe, drivecautiously at low speed to the nearestdealer for repairs, or

– Have the vehicle towed to the nearestdealer for repairs.

wwwww WARNINGIf any of the following conditionsoccur, you should immediately askyour MARUTI SUZUKI dealer toinspect the brake system.• If the brake system warning light

does not go out after the enginehas been started and the parkingbrake has been fully released.

• If the brake system warning light

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does not come on when the ignitionswitch is turned to the “ON”position.

• If the brake system warning lightcomes on at any time during vehi-cle operation.

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NOTE:Because the brake system is self-adjusting,the fluid level will drop as the brake padsbecome worn. Replenishing the brake fluidreservoir is considered normal periodicmaintenance.

NOTE:(Parking Brake Reminder Buzzer)A buzzer sounds intermittently to remindyou to release the parking brake if you drivethe vehicle without releasing the parkingbrake. Make sure that the parking brake isfully released and the brake system warninglight turns off.

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)Warning Light (if equipped)

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When the ignition switch is turned to the“ON” position, the light comes on briefly soyou can check that the light is working.If the light stays on, or comes on whendriving, there may be something wrong withthe ABS.

If this happens:1) Pull off the road and stop carefully.2) Turn the ignition switch to “LOCK” and

then start the engine again.

If the warning light comes on briefly thenturns off, the system is normal. If the warn-ing light still stays on, there is somethingwrong in the system.

If the light and the brake system warninglight stay on, or come on simultaneouslywhen driving, your ABS system is equippedwith the rear brake force control function(proportioning valve function) and there maybe something wrong with both the rearbrake force control function and anti-lockfunction of the ABS system.

If one of these happens, have the systeminspected by your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.

If the ABS becomes inoperative, the brakesystem will function as an ordinary brakesystem that does not have this ABS system.

For details of ABS system, refer to “Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) (if equipped)” in

the “OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE” section.

Oil Pressure Light

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This light comes on when the ignition switchis turned to the “ON” position, and goes outwhen the engine is started. The light willcome on and remain on if there isinsufficient oil pressure. If the light comeson when driving, pull off the road as soonas you can and stop the engine.

Check the oil level and add oil if necessary.If there is enough oil, the lubrication sys-tem should be inspected by your MARUTISUZUKI dealer before you drive the vehicleagain.

NOTICE• If you operate the engine with this

light on, severe engine damage canresult.

• Do not rely on the oil pressure lightto indicate the need to add oil. Besure to periodically check theengine oil level.

Charging Light

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This light comes on when the ignition switchis turned to the “ON” position, and goes outwhen the engine is started. The light willcome on and remain on if there issomething wrong with the battery chargingsystem. If the light comes on when theengine is running, the charging systemshould be inspected immediately by yourMARUTI SUZUKI dealer.

Driver’s seat Belt Reminder Light

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If the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled whenthe ignition switch is turned to the “ON”position, this light will blink until the driver’sseat belt is buckled.For details about the seat belt reminder,refer to “Seat Belts and Child RestraintSystems” in this section.

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“AIR BAG” Light (if equipped)

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This light blinks or comes on for severalseconds when the ignition switch is turnedto the “ON” position so you can check if thelight is working.

The light will come on and stay on if thereis a problem in the air bag system or theseat belt pretensioner system (if equipped).

wwwww WARNINGIf the “AIR BAG” light does not blinkor come on briefly when the ignitionswitch is turned to the “ON” position,stays on for more than 10 seconds, orcomes on while driving, the air bagsystem or the seat belt pretensionersystem (if equipped) may not workproperly. Have both systems inspectedby an authorized MARUTI SUZUKIdealer.

Malfunction Indicator Light

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Your vehicle has a computer-controlledemission control system. A malfunctionindicator light is provided on the instrumentpanel to indicate when it is necessary tohave the emission control system serviced.The malfunction indicator light comes onwhen the ignition switch is turned to the“ON” position to let you know the light isworking and goes out when the engine isstarted.

If the malfunction indicator light comes on orblinks when the engine is running, there isa damage in the emission control system.

Bring the vehicle to your MARUTI SUZUKIdealer to have the damage fixed.

NOTICEContinuing to drive the vehicle whenthe malfunction indicator light is on orblinking can cause permanent damageto the vehicle’s emission controlsystem, and can affect fuel economyand driveability.

Immobilizer System Light

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When the ignition switch is turn to the“ON” position, this light comes on brieflyso you can check that the light isworking. If this light brinks with theignition switch is turn to the “ON”, theengine will not start.

NOTE:If this light blinks, turn the ignition switchto the “LOCK” position, then turn it back tothe “ON” position.If the light still blinks with the ignition switchturned to the “ON” position, there may besomething wrong with your key or with theimmobilizer system. Ask your MARUTISUZUKI dealer to inspect the system.

Open Door Warning Light

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• For vehicles without keyless entry sys-tem;This light remains on until all front doorsand the tailgate are completely closed.

If any door (including the tailgate) isopen when the vehicle is moving, a dingsounds to remind you to close all doorscompletely.

• For vehicles with keyless entry system;This light remains on until all doors(including the tailgate) are completelyclosed.

If any door (including the tailgate) isopen when the vehicle is moving, a dingsounds to remind you to close all doorscompletely.

Low Fuel Warning Light

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If this light comes on, fill the fuel tankimmediately.

When this light comes on, a ding soundsonce to remind you to fill the fuel.If you do not fill the fuel, a ding soundsevery time when the ignition switch is turned

to the “ON” position.

NOTE:The activation point of this light variesdepending on road conditions (for example,slope or curve) and driving conditionsbecause of fuel moving in the tank.

Electric Power Steering Light

Rear Fog Light Indicator Light(if equipped)

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This light comes on when the ignition switchis turned to the “ON” position, and goes outwhen the engine is started.

If this light comes on while driving, thepower steering system may not work prop-erly. Have the system inspected by yourMARUTI SUZUKI dealer.

NOTE:If the power steering system does not workproperly, you will feel heavier to steer butyou still will be able to steer.

NOTE:If the steering is operated, you may heara rubbing noise. This is normal andindicates that the power steering systemworks properly.

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The rear fog light indicator light comes onwhen the rear fog light operates.

Turn Signal Indicators

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When you turn on the left or right turn sig-nals, the corresponding green arrow on theinstrument panel will blink along with therespective turn signal lights. When you turnon the hazard warning switch, both arrows willblink along with all of the turn signal lights.

Main Beam (high beam) Indicator Light

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This indicator comes on when headlightmain beams (high beams) are turned on.

Fuel Filter Warning Light(For Diesel Engine Model)

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This light comes on for several secondswhen the ignition switch is turned to the“ON” position so you can check the light isworking.

If the light comes on when driving, there isa possibility to have water in the fuel filter.Drain water as soon as possible. For detailsof draining water, refer to “Fuel Filter” in the“INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE” section.

Glow Plug Indicator Light(For Diesel Engine Model)

is turned to the “ON” position and goes outwhen the glow plug is heated enough forengine starting.

NOTE:Following the repair on engine control unit(ECU) in the starting system, the glow plugindicator light comes on for approximately10 seconds before the engine starts. Thisis not the engine malfunction.

Speedometer

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If the coolant temperature is cool enough,this light comes on when the ignition switch

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The speedometer indicates vehicle speed inkm/h.

Tachometer (if equipped)

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The tachometer indicates engine speed inrevolutions per minute.

NOTICENever drive the vehicle with the enginerevving in the red zone or severeengine damage can result. Keep theengine speed below the red zone evenwhen downshifting to a lower gearposition. Refer to “Downshifting maxi-mum allowable speeds” in the“OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE” section.

NOTE:Maximum engine speed is limited atapproximately 5000 revolutions per minuteby the fuel cut control when you press theaccelerator pedal while the gearshift is in“N” (Neutral).

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Fuel Gauge

When the ignition switch is in the “ON”position, this gauge gives an approximateindication of the amount of fuel in the fueltank. “F” stands for full and “E” stands forempty.

If the indicator gets off the graduation of “E”(not character “E”), refill the tank as soonas possible.

NOTE:The indicator moves a little depending onroad conditions (for example, slope orcurve) and driving conditions because offuel moving in the tank.

If the low fuel warning light (1) comes on,fill the fuel tank immediately.

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When the low fuel warning light (1) comeson, a ding sounds once to remind you tofill the fuel.If you do not fill the fuel, a ding soundsevery time when the ignition switch is turnedto “ON” position.

NOTE:The activation point of the low fuel warninglight (1) varies depending on road conditions(for example, slope or curve) and drivingconditions because of fuel moving in the tank.

The mark (2) indicates that the fuel filler dooris located on the left side of the vehicle.

Temperature Gauge

When the ignition switch is in the “ON”position, this gauge indicates the enginecoolant temperature. Under normal driving

conditions, the indicator should stay withinthe normal, acceptable temperature rangebetween “H” and “C”. If the indicatorapproaches “H”, overheating is indicated.Follow the instructions for engine overheat-ing in the “EMERGENCY SERVICE” section.

NOTICEContinuing to drive the vehicle whenengine overheating is indicated canresult in severe engine damage.

Brightness Control

EXAMPLE

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When the ignition switch is turned to the“ON” position, the pointer lights come on.Your vehicle has a system to automaticallydim the brightness of the instrument panellights when the position lights or headlightsare on.

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When the position lights and/or headlightsare ON, you can control the meter illumina-tion intensity.

To increase the brightness of the instrumentpanel lights, turn the brightness control knob(1) clockwise.

To reduce the brightness of the instrumentpanel lights, turn the brightness control knob(1) counterclockwise.

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Do not attempt to adjust the displaywhile driving.

NOTE:• If you do not turn the brightness control

knob within about 5 seconds of activat-ing the brightness control display, thebrightness control display will be can-celed automatically.

• When you reconnect the battery, thebrightness of the instrument panel lightswill be reinitialized. Readjust the bright-ness according to your preference.

Information Display

with tachometer

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EXAMPLE1) Trip meter selector knob2) Indicator selector knob3) Information display

When the ignition switch is in the “ON”position, the information display shows thefollowing information.

Display (A)Thermometer (if equipped)

Display (B)Trip meter / Instantaneous fuel consumption/ Average fuel consumption / Driving range

Display (C)Odometer

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Display (D)Clock

Thermometer (if equipped)When the ignition switch is in the “ON”position, the display (A) shows the ther-mometer.The thermometer indicates the outsidetemperature.

When the display (B) shows the drivingrange, you can change the unit of tempera-ture.To change the unit of temperature, whilepushing and holding the trip meter selectorknob (1), turn the indicator selector knob(2).

NOTE:When you reconnect the negative (–) ter-minal to the battery, the unit of temperaturewill be reinitialized. Change the unit againto your preference.

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meter B, Instantaneous fuel consumption,Average fuel consumption or Driving range.To switch the display indication (B), pushthe trip meter selector knob (1) or the indi-cator selector knob (2) quickly.

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If the outside temperature nears freezing,the mark (a) will appear on the display.

NOTE:• The outside temperature indication is not

the actual outside temperature whendriving at low speed, or when stopped.

• If there is something wrong with the ther-mometer, or just after the ignition switchis turned to the “ON” position, thedisplay may not indicate the outsidetemperature. Trip meter / I