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Suzuki Grand Vitara (2010 year). Manual - part 6

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BEFORE DRIVING

Master Warning

Warning and Indicator message

Sound

Cause and Remedy

Indicator

Blinks

Off

There may be a problem with the 4WD system.

Have your vehicle inspected by an authorized SUZUKI

dealer.

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Off

Ding

Fuel is low. (#1)

Fill the fuel tank immediately.

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Off

Off

The outside temperature is near freezing. The road may

be icy. (#1)

You should drive carefully.

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(#1) This message will disappear for a while even if the problem that caused the message to appear is not corrected.

NOTE:

• When you operate the transfer switch (if equipped), the information display may show messages other than those in the above chart.

Refer to “Using the Transfer Switch” in the “OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE” section for details.

• When you operate the ESP OFF switch (if equipped), the information display may show messages other than those in the above chart.

Refer to “Electronic Stability Program (ESP^®)” in the “OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE” section for details.

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BEFORE DRIVING

Lighting Control Lever

Your vehicle’s lighting system is controlled

by three main systems: the Lighting switch,

the Auto-On Headlight System (when the

(3)

(4)

lighting switch is in the “AUTO” position)

and the Daytime Running Light (D.R.L.)

system.

(1)

(2)

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WARNING

To avoid possible injury, do not oper-

ate controls by reaching through the

steering wheel.

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BEFORE DRIVING

The three systems work together to operate your lights as shown in the following chart:

Lighting Operation

E/G: Engine

IG: Ignition switch

ON: Lights ON

(4)

LIGHT: When it is light around the light sensor (5).

DARK: When it is dark around the light sensor (5).

(3)

IG OFF

IG ON

Lighting

Main lights to

switch

E/G OFF

E/G OFF

E/G RUNNING

be operated

position

LIGHT

DARK

LIGHT

DARK

LIGHT

DARK

D.R.L.

-

-

-

-

ON

ON

(2)

(1)

Position lights,

(1) OFF

-

-

-

-

-

-

Tail lights

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Head lights

-

-

-

-

-

-

To turn the lights on or off, twist the knob

D.R.L.

-

-

-

-

ON

-

on the end of the lever. There are four posi-

tions:

Position lights,

(2) AUTO

-

-

-

ON

-

ON

Tail lights

OFF (1)

Head lights

-

-

-

ON

-

ON

All lights are off.

D.R.L.

-

-

-

-

ON

ON

AUTO (2)

Position lights,

Refer to “Auto-On Headlight system” for

(3)

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

Tail lights

details.

Head lights

-

-

-

-

-

-

(3)

D.R.L.

-

-

-

-

-

-

Front position lights, tail-lights, license

plate light and instrument lights are on, but

Position lights,

(4)

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

headlights are off.

Tail lights

Head lights

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

ON

(4)

Front position lights, tail-lights, license

plate light, instrument lights and head

lights are on.

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Auto-On Headlight System

WARNING

HIGH

It takes about 5 seconds for the light

LOW

sensor to react to a change in light-

ing conditions. To help avoid an acci-

dent due to reduced visibility, turn on

(5)

your headlights before driving into a

tunnel, parking structure or the like.

NOTE:

PASS

This system does not react to all types of

ambient light. As the sensor is infrared

type, it will not work correctly with ambient

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lights that do not contain infrared rays.

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With the headlights on, push the lever for-

ward to switch to the high beams or pull

The Auto-on headlight system automati-

the lever toward you to switch to the low

cally turns on all lights that are operated by

beams. When the high beams are on, a

the lighting control lever on the steering

light on the instrument panel will come on.

column, when the following four conditions

To momentarily activate the high beams as

are all met.

a passing signal, pull the lever slightly

Conditions for Auto-on headlight system

toward you and release it when you have

operation:

completed the signal.

1) It is dark around the light sensor (5).

2) The lighting control lever in the “AUTO”

position.

3) The ignition switch is in the “ON” posi-

tion.

4) The parking brake is released.

This system is operated by the signal from

the light sensor (5) on the right end of the

instrument panel. Do not cover the sensor

(5). If you do, the system will not work cor-

rectly.

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BEFORE DRIVING

Daytime Running Light (D.R.L.)

Front Fog Light Switch

Turn Signal Control Lever

System

(if equipped)

The headlights light, but are dimmer than

the low beam, when the following three

conditions are all met. Also, the D.R.L. indi-

cator light on the instrument panel comes

on.

Conditions for D.R.L. system operation:

1) The engine is running.

2) The parking brake is released.

3) The headlights are off, or the lighting

switch in the “AUTO” position and it is

light around the light sensor.

NOTE:

Be sure to turn the headlights on at night

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or at any time of the day when driving or

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weather conditions require the headlights

WARNING

The front fog light comes on when the fog

to operate at full brightness and the tail-

light switch is pushed in with:

To avoid possible injury, do not oper-

lights to be on.

• the headlights are on and the beams set

ate controls by reaching through the

to the low beam position, or

steering wheel.

Lights “On” reminder

• the auto-on headlight system on and the

A buzzer sounds to remind you to turn off

beams set to the low beam position.

the lights if they are left on when the igni-

tion key is removed and the driver’s door is

opened.

NOTE:

The warning and indicator message and

the illumination indicator light will be shown

on the information display when this

reminder is activated.

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BEFORE DRIVING

Turn Signal Operation

Hazard Warning Switch

Windshield Wiper and Washer

With the ignition switch in the “ON” posi-

Lever

tion, move the lever up or down to activate

the right or left turn signals.

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Push in the hazard warning switch to acti-

vate the hazard warning lights. All turn sig-

nal lights and both turn signal indicators

will flash simultaneously. To turn off the

lights, push the switch again.

Use the hazard warning lights to warn

other traffic during emergency parking or

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when your vehicle could otherwise become

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a traffic hazard.

Normal turn signal

WARNING

Move the lever all the way upward or down-

To avoid possible injury, do not oper-

ward to signal. When the turn is com-

ate controls by reaching through the

pleted, the signal will cancel and the lever

steering wheel.

will return to its normal position.

Lane change signal

Some times, such as changing lanes, the

steering wheel is not turned far enough to

cancel the turn signal. For convenience,

you can flash the turn signal by moving the

lever part way and holding it there. The

lever will return to its normal position when

you release it.

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BEFORE DRIVING

Windshield Wipers

Windshield Washer

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLE

MIST

OFF

INT

LO

HI

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If the lever is equipped with the “INT TIME”

To turn the windshield wipers on, move the

control, turn the control forward or rear-

To spray windshield washer fluid, pull the

lever up and down to one of the four oper-

ward to adjust the intermittent wiper opera-

lever toward you. The windshield wipers

ating positions. In the

“INT” position

(if

tion to the desired interval.

will automatically turn on at low speed if

equipped), the wipers operate intermit-

they are not already on and if the “INT”

tently. The “INT” position is very convenient

position is equipped.

for driving in mist or light rain. In the “LO”

position, the wipers operate at a steady

WARNING

low speed. In the “HI” position, the wipers

• To prevent windshield icing in cold

operate at a steady high speed. To turn off

weather, turn on the defroster to

the wipers, move the lever back to the

heat the windshield before and dur-

“OFF” position.

ing windshield washer use.

Move the lever up and hold it to the “MIST”

• Do not use radiator antifreeze in

position, the windshield wipers will turn on

the windshield washer reservoir. It

continuously at low speed.

can severely impair visibility when

sprayed on the windshield, and can

also damage your vehicle’s paint.

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BEFORE DRIVING

Rear Window Wiper/Washer Switch

CAUTION

CAUTION

EXAMPLE

To help prevent damage to wind-

Clear ice or snow from the rear win-

Washer

shield wiper and washer system

dow and rear wiper blade before

components, you should take the fol-

Wiper

using the rear wiper. Accumulated ice

lowing precautions:

or snow could prevent the wiper

•

Do not continue to hold in the lever

blade from moving, causing damage

when there is no windshield

to the wiper motor.

washer fluid being sprayed or the

washer motor can be damaged.

•

Do not attempt to remove dirt from

Intermittent wiper

a dry windshield with the wipers or

you can damage the windshield

and the wiper blades. Always wet

the windshield with washer fluid

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before operating the wipers.

•

Clear ice or packed snow from the

To turn the rear wiper on, twist the rear

wiper blades before using the wip-

wiper switch on the end of the lever for-

ers.

ward to the “ON” position. If your vehicle is

•

Check the washer fluid level regu-

equipped with the “INT” position, the rear

larly. Check it often when the

wiper operates intermittently when you

weather is bad.

twist the switch forward to the “INT” posi-

•

Only fill the washer fluid reservoir

tion. To turn the rear wiper off, twist the

3/4 full during cold weather to allow

switch rearward to the “OFF” position.

room for expansion if the tempera-

To spray window washer fluid, twist the

ture falls low enough to freeze the

switch rearward from the “OFF” position, or

solution.

twist the switch forward from the “ON” posi-

tion. The rear wiper will turn on automati-

cally while spraying the window washer

fluid.

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BEFORE DRIVING

Tilt Steering Lock Lever

Horn

Rear Window Defroster and

Outside Rearview Mirrors

UNLOCK

EXAMPLE

Defroster (if equipped) Switch

LOCK

(1)

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When the rear window is fogged, push this

EXAMPLE

switch to clear the window.

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The lock lever is located under the steering

Press the horn pad on the steering wheel

column. To adjust the steering wheel

to sound the horn. The horn will sound with

height:

the ignition switch in any position.

1) Pull up the lock lever to unlock the

(2)

steering column.

2) Adjust the steering wheel to the desired

height and lock the steering column by

pulling down the lock lever.

3) Try moving the steering wheel up and

down to make sure it is securely locked

in position.

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WARNING

If the outside rearview mirror has the mark

Never attempt to adjust the steering

(2), it is also equipped with the outside

wheel height while the vehicle is

rearview mirrors defroster. When you push

moving or you could lose control of

the switch (1), both the outside rearview

the vehicle.

mirrors defroster and the rear window

defroster will operate simultaneously.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

Exhaust Gas Warning

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Daily Inspection Checklist

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Ignition Switch

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3

Parking Brake Lever

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Pedals

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Starting the Engine

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Engine Block Heater (if equipped)

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Using the Transmission

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Using the Transfer Switch (if equipped)

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Cruise Control

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Braking

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Electronic Stability Program (ESP®)

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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

(if equipped)

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Exhaust Gas Warning: NO

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

Exhaust Gas Warning

WARNING

WARNING

(Continued)

(Continued)

•

Do not park with the engine run-

•

Have the exhaust system inspected

ning for a long period of time, even

periodically for damage and leaks.

in an open area. If it is necessary to

Any damage or leaks

should

be

sit for a short time in a parked vehi-

repaired immediately.

cle with the engine running, make

sure the air intake lever is set to

“FRESH AIR” and the fan is at high

speed.

•

Avoid operating the vehicle with

the rear door, tailgate or rear win-

dow open. If it is necessary to oper-

ate the vehicle with the rear door,

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tailgate or rear window open, make

sure the folding sunroof

(if

WARNING

equipped) and all the windows are

closed, and the fan is at high speed

Avoid breathing exhaust gases.

with the air intake selector set to

Exhaust gases contain carbon mon-

“FRESH AIR”.

oxide, a potentially lethal gas that is

•

To allow proper operation of your

colorless and odorless. Since carbon

vehicle’s ventilation system, keep

monoxide is difficult to detect by

the air inlet grille in front of the

itself, be sure to take the following

windshield clear of snow, leaves or

precautions to help prevent carbon

other obstructions at all times.

monoxide from entering your vehicle.

•

Keep the exhaust tailpipe area clear

• Do not leave the engine running in

of snow and other material to help

garages or other confined areas.

reduce the buildup of exhaust

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gases under the vehicle. This is

particularly important when parked

in blizzard conditions.

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Daily Inspection Checklist: NO

Starting the Engine: 1

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

Daily Inspection Checklist

4) Make sure the hood is fully closed and

ing for proper latch operation. See the

latched.

item “All Latches, Hinges and Locks” of

Before Driving

5) Check the headlights, turn signal lights,

“CHASSIS AND BODY” in the “Periodic

brake lights and horn for proper opera-

Maintenance Schedule” in the

tion.

“INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE”

6) Lock all doors.

section for lubrication schedule.

7) Adjust the seat and adjustable head

restraints (if equipped).

WARNING

8) Check the brake pedal and the parking

Make sure the hood is fully closed

brake lever.

and latched before driving. If it is not,

9) Adjust the mirrors.

it can fly up unexpectedly during

10)Make sure that you and all passengers

driving, obstructing your view and

have properly fastened your seat belts.

resulting in an accident.

11)Make sure that all warning lights come

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

tion.

Once a month, or each time you fill your

fuel tank, check the tire pressure using a

12)Check all gauges.

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13)Make sure that the BRAKE SYSTEM

tire pressure gauge. Also check the tire

pressure of the spare tire.

WARNING light turns off when the

1) Make sure that windows, mirrors, lights

parking brake is released.

and reflectors are clean and unob-

structed.

Once a week, or each time you fill your fuel

2) Visually check the tires for the following

tank, perform the following under-hood

points:

checks:

- the depth of the tread groove

1) Engine oil level

- abnormal wear, cracks and damage

2) Coolant level

- loose wheel nuts

3) Brake fluid level

- existence of foreign material such as

4) Power steering (if equipped) fluid level

nails, stones, etc.

5) Windshield washer fluid level

Refer to

“Tires” in

“INSPECTION AND

6) Battery solution level

MAINTENANCE” section for details.

7) Hood latch operation

3) Look for fluid, oil leaks.

Pull the hood release handle inside the

vehicle. Make sure that you cannot

NOTE:

open the hood all the way without

It is normal for water to drip from the air

releasing the secondary latch. Be sure

conditioning system after use.

to close the hood securely after check-

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Starting the Engine: 1

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

Ignition Switch

Vehicle Without Keyless Start Sys-

Manual transmission

tem

EXAMPLE

Push

Turn to “LOCK”

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• Manual transmission vehicles

You must push in the key to turn it to the

The ignition switch has the following four

WARNING

“LOCK” position. It locks the ignition, and

positions:

prevents normal use of the steering

To avoid possible injury, do not oper-

wheel after the key is removed.

ate controls by reaching through the

LOCK

steering wheel.

This is the normal parking position. It is the

• Automatic transmission vehicles

only position in which the key can be

The gearshift lever must be in the “P”

removed.

(Park) position to turn the key to the

It locks the ignition, and prevents normal

“LOCK” position. It locks the ignition and

use of the steering wheel after the key is

prevents normal use of the steering

removed.

wheel and gearshift lever.

To release the steering lock, insert the key

and turn it clockwise to one of the other

positions. If you have trouble turning the

key to unlock the steering, try turning the

steering wheel slightly to the right or left

while turning the key.

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Starting the Engine: 1

Engine Block Heater: 1

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

ACC

Vehicle With Keyless Start System

Accessories such as the radio can oper-

ate, but the engine is off.

(3)

ON

This is the normal operating position. All

(2)

(4)

electrical systems are on.

START

This is the position for starting the engine

(1)

using the starter motor. The key should be

released from this position as soon as the

engine starts.

EXAMPLE

Ignition key reminder

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A buzzer sounds intermittently to remind

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If the keyless start system blue indicator

you to remove the ignition key if it is in the

The ignition switch can be operated with-

light illuminates on the instrument cluster,

ignition switch when the driver’s door is

out using an ignition key when the remote

you can turn the ignition switch. If the red

opened.

controller is in an area of the vehicle other

indicator light illuminates, you cannot turn

than the rear luggage area. To turn the

the ignition switch.

ignition switch, first push in the switch.

NOTE:

• Manual transmission vehicle

• The ignition switch can be turned to the

You must push in the ignition switch to

“ACC” position when the keyless start

turn it from the “LOCK” position to the

system blue indicator light illuminates.

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

The blue indicator light will illuminate for

position from the “ACC” position, turn the

several seconds when you push in the

ignition switch counterclockwise while

ignition switch and then will turn off to

pushing in the switch.

protect the system. In this case, you

must release the ignition switch and

• Automatic transmission vehicle

push it in again to illuminate the blue

To turn the ignition switch, push the

indicator light.

switch.

• If the keyless start system red indicator

light illuminates, the remote controller

may not be in the vehicle or the battery

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Using the Transmission: 10

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

ON (3)

You can also turn the ignition switch by

This is the normal operating position. All

inserting the ignition key into the slot.

electrical systems are on.

START (4)

This is the position for starting the engine

using the starter motor. The switch should

be released from this position as soon as

the engine starts.

Ignition switch reminder

(When using the keyless start system)

A buzzer sounds intermittently to remind

you to return the ignition switch to the

(1)

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

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when the driver’s door is opened.

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WARNING

The ignition switch cap (1) is installed to

•

Never return the ignition switch to

make the ignition switch turn easily.

the “LOCK” position and remove

If you use the ignition key to turn the igni-

the ignition key while the vehicle is

tion switch, remove the cap (1) by pinching

moving. The steering wheel will

both side of the cap and pull it out.

lock and you will not be able to

steer the vehicle.

NOTE:

(Continued)

If you remove the cap, be careful not to

lose it.

Ignition key reminder

(When using the ignition key)

A buzzer sounds intermittently to remind

you to remove the ignition key if it is in the

ignition switch when the driver’s door is

opened.

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