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Suzuki Kizashi (2010 year). Manual - part 8

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BEFORE DRIVING

Tilt/Telescoping/Steering

CAUTION

WARNING

Lock Lever (if equipped)

To help prevent damage to the wind-

Never attempt to adjust the steering

shield wiper and washer system

wheel while the vehicle is moving or

EXAMPLE

components, you should take the fol-

you could lose control of the vehicle.

lowing precautions:

•

Do not continue to hold in the lever

when there is no windshield

washer fluid being sprayed or the

washer motor can be damaged.

•

Do not attempt to remove dirt from

(1)

a dry windshield with the wipers or

you can damage the windshield

and the wiper blades. Always wet

the windshield with washer fluid

(2)

before operating the wipers.

•

Clear ice or packed snow from the

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wiper blades before using the wip-

(1) LOCK

ers.

(2) UNLOCK

•

Check the washer fluid level regu-

larly. Check it often when the

The lock lever is located under the steering

weather is bad.

column. To adjust the steering wheel

•

Only fill the washer fluid reservoir

height and fore-aft position:

3/4 full during cold weather to allow

room for expansion if the tempera-

1) Push down the lock lever to unlock the

ture falls low enough to freeze the

steering column.

solution.

2) Adjust the steering wheel to the desired

height and fore-aft position and lock the

steering column by pulling up the lock

lever.

3) Try moving the steering wheel up and

down and back and forth to make sure

it is securely locked in position.

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BEFORE DRIVING

Horn

Heated Rear Window and

If the outside rearview mirror has the mark

(2), it is also equipped with the heated out-

Heated Outside Rearview

side rearview mirrors. When you push the

EXAMPLE

Mirrors (if equipped) Switch

switch (1), both the heated outside rear-

view mirrors and the heated rear window

will operate simultaneously.

EXAMPLE

(1)

An indicator light will be lit when the defog-

ger is on. The defogger will work only

when the engine is running. To turn off the

defogger, push the switch (1) again.

CAUTION

The heated rear window and the

heated outside rearview mirrors (if

equipped) use a large amount of elec-

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tricity. Be sure to turn off after the

Press the horn pad on the steering wheel

window and mirrors have become

to sound the horn. The horn will sound with

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clear.

the engine switch in any ignition mode.

When the rear window is misted, push this

NOTE:

switch (1) to clear the window.

• The defogger will work only when the

engine is running.

• The defogger will automatically turn off

after the defogger remains on for 15 min-

utes to prevent discharging of the bat-

tery.

(2)

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

Exhaust Gas Warning

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Daily Inspection Checklist

3-1

Engine Switch

3-2

3

Keyless Push Start System

3-4

Starting the Engine

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Parking Brake Lever

3-10

Pedals

3-11

Engine Block Heater (if equipped)

3-12

Using the Transaxle

3-13

Using the 2WD/i-AWD (intelligent All Wheel Drive)

Switch (if equipped)

3-19

Cruise Control (if equipped)

3-21

Parking Sensors (if equipped)

3-23

Braking

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Electronic Stability Program (ESP^®) (if equipped)

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

Exhaust Gas Warning

Daily Inspection Checklist

WARNING

Before Driving

(Continued)

1) Make sure that windows, mirrors, lights

•

Do not park with the engine run-

and reflectors are clean and unob-

ning for a long period of time, even

structed.

in an open area. If it is necessary to

2) Visually check the tires for the following

sit for a short time in a parked vehi-

points:

cle with the engine running, make

- the depth of the tread groove

sure the air intake selector is set to

- abnormal wear, cracks and damage

“FRESH AIR” and the blower is at

- loose wheel nuts

high speed.

- existence of foreign material such as

•

Avoid operating the vehicle with

nails, stones, etc.

the trunk open. If it is necessary to

Refer to

“Tires” in

“INSPECTION AND

operate the vehicle with the trunk

MAINTENANCE” section for details.

open, make sure the sunroof (if

3) Look for fluid, oil leaks.

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equipped) and all windows are

closed, and the blower is at high

NOTE:

WARNING

speed with the air intake selector

It is normal for water to drip from the air

set to “FRESH AIR”.

conditioning system after use.

Avoid

breathing exhaust

gases.

•

To allow proper operation of your

Exhaust gases contain carbon mon-

vehicle’s ventilation system, keep

4) Make sure the hood is fully closed and

oxide, a potentially lethal gas that is

the air inlet grille in front of the

latched.

colorless and odorless. Since carbon

windshield clear of snow, leaves or

5) Check the headlights, turn signal lights,

monoxide is difficult to detect by

other obstructions at all times.

brake lights and horn for proper opera-

itself, be sure to take the following

•

Keep the exhaust tailpipe area clear

tion.

precautions to help prevent carbon

of snow and other material to help

6) Lock all doors.

monoxide from entering your vehicle.

reduce the buildup of exhaust

7) Adjust the seat and adjustable head

• Do not leave the engine running in

gases under the vehicle. This is

restraints (if equipped).

garages or other confined areas.

particularly important when parked

8) Check the brake pedal.

(Continued)

in blizzard conditions.

9) Adjust the mirrors.

•

Have the exhaust system inspected

10)Make sure that you and all passengers

periodically for damage and leaks.

have properly fastened your seat belts.

Any damage or leaks should be

11)Make sure that all warning lights come

repaired immediately.

on as the ignition mode is changed to

“ON” by pressing the engine switch.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

12)Check all gauges.

Once a month, or each time you fill your

Engine Switch

13)Make sure that the BRAKE light turns

fuel tank, check the tire pressure using a

off when the parking brake is released.

tire pressure gauge. Also check the tire

pressure of the spare tire.

Once a week, or each time you fill your fuel

tank, perform the following under-hood

checks:

1)

Engine oil level

2)

Coolant level

3)

Brake fluid level

4)

Windshield washer fluid level

5)

Hood latch operation

Pull the hood release handle inside the

vehicle. Make sure that you cannot

open the hood all the way without

releasing the secondary latch. Be sure

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to close the hood securely after check-

LOCK (OFF)

ing for proper latch operation. See the

This is the mode for parking. When this

item “All latches, hinges and locks” of

mode is selected by pressing the engine

“CHASSIS AND BODY” in the “Periodic

switch and you open the deriver’s door, the

Maintenance Schedule” section in the

steering will be automatically locked.

“INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE”

section for lubrication schedule.

NOTE:

The steering is not automatically locked

WARNING

when the front passenger’s door and/or

rear door(s) alone are opened.

Make sure the hood is fully closed

and latched before driving. If it is not,

ACC

it can fly up unexpectedly during

Press the engine switch to select this igni-

driving, obstructing your view and

tion mode to use such electric equipment

resulting in an accident.

as the audio system, outside rearview mir-

rors and accessory socket with the engine

off. When this position is selected, the

information display in the instrument clus-

ter shows the following message: IGNI-

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

Keyless Push Start System

Selection of Power Supply Modes

Press the engine switch to select the

Provided the keyless start system remote

“ACC” or “ON” mode as follows when you

controller is within the

“interior workable

use an electric accessory or check the

area” (Refer to the related explanation in

operation of instruments without running

this section), you can use the engine

the engine.

switch for starting the engine and selecting

a power supply mode (“ACC” or “ON”). In

1)

Bring the keyless start system remote

addition, the following functions can be

controller with you and sit in the driver’s

used:

seat.

• Keyless entry function. Refer to “Keyless

2)

Without depressing the brake

pedal,

Start System Remote Controller” in the

press the engine switch (1).

“Before Driving” section for details.

• Locking and unlocking doors using a

request switch. Refer to “Keyless Start

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System Remote Controller” in the

NOTE:

“Before Driving” section for details.

To save the battery, the illumination will be

• Opening the trunk lid from outside using

automatically turned off when both of the

the trunk lid request switch.

following conditions are simultaneously

• Immobilizer (anti-theft) function. Refer to

met (battery saver function):

“Immobilizer System” in the “Before Driv-

• The headlights and position lights are

ing” section for details.

turned off.

Engine Switch Illumination

• A period of 15 minutes has elapsed after

(1)

opening the driver’s door.

The engine switch is illuminated lit in the

following situations:

• The driver’s door is open (only when the

engine is not in operation).

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• For 15 seconds after the driver’s door is

Every time you push the engine switch

closed (only when the engine is not in

without the brake pedal depressed, the

operation).

power supply mode changes as follows.

• The position lights are on.

The illumination will fade out when it is not

required.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

• When selecting the power supply

1) Without depressing the brake pedal,

modes, the information display in the

push the engine switch (1).

CVT

instrument cluster shows certain mes-

Gearshift

2) Within about 10 seconds during which

lever in

P

sages. Refer to “Information Display” in

the master warning indicator light in the

the “Before Driving” section for details.

instrument cluster is flashing and the

“PLACE KEY FOB ON START

If the master warning indicator light

SWITCH” message appears on the

LOCK

ACC

ON

flashes and the power supply modes

information display, touch the engine

cannot be selected

(OFF)

(Audio equipment)

switch with the lock switch end of the

Your keyless start system remote controller

remote controller (2) for about 2 sec-

may not be sensed as being within the

Gearshift lever in a

onds.

position other than

P

“interior workable area”

(Refer to the

related explanation in this section). Try

NOTE:

again after making sure you have the

•

If you still cannot select the power supply

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remote controller with you. If the power

modes, there may be some problem with

supply modes still cannot be selected, the

the keyless start system. Contact an

battery of the remote controller may be dis-

Manual transaxle

authorized SUZUKI dealer for an inspec-

charged. To be able to select a power sup-

tion of the system.

ply mode, you must then use the following

•

The immobilizer/keyless start system

method:

warning light will light for about 5 sec-

onds while the master warning indicator

light is flashing. In addition, the informa-

LOCK

ACC

ON

tion display in the instrument cluster will

(1)

(OFF)

(Audio equipment)

show a message during this time. Refer

to

“Information Display” in the

“Before

Driving” section for details.

•

You may customize the system to cause

the interior buzzer to sound once for the

“remote controller out of sensing range”

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(2)

warning. To incorporate this customiza-

NOTE:

tion, please contact an authorized

• CVT - If the gearshift lever is in any posi-

SUZUKI dealer.

tion other than

“P”, the ignition mode

•

If the battery of the remote controller is

cannot be returned to “LOCK” (OFF).

about to become completely discharged,

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the corresponding message will appear

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

on the information display when you

mode to “LOCK” (OFF) by pressing the

press the engine switch to change the

engine switch and then perform the

ignition mode to “ON”. Refer to “Informa-

engine starting operation.

tion Display” in the “Before Driving” sec-

• Always keep the remote controller with

tion for details. For details on replacing

you as the driver.

the battery, refer to the “Keyless Start

System Remote Controller” section in

Interior Workable Area for Engine

the “Before Driving” chapter.

Starting, Power Supply Mode Selec-

tion and “Remote Controller Out-

“Remote Controller Outside” Warn-

side” Warning

ing

(1)

When the conditions described below are

(2)

met, the system gives a “remote controller

outside” warning by sounding the interior

and exterior buzzers and flashing the

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immobilizer/keyless start system and mas-

(1) Immobilizer/keyless start system

ter warning indicator lights.

warning light (flashing)

(2) Master warning indicator light (flash-

•

The remote controller is not inside the

ing)

vehicle when any of the doors is opened

when the engine is running or when the

NOTE:

engine switch is pressed to change the

• If the warning is given, locate the remote

(1)

ignition mode to “ACC” or “ON” and then

controller as soon as possible.

all doors are closed.

• Any attempt to start the engine will fail

•

The remote controller is not inside the

while the warning is active. The mes-

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vehicle when you attempt to start the

engine after changing the ignition mode

sage appearing on the information dis-

(1) Interior workable area

play in the instrument cluster will also

to “ACC” or “ON” by pressing the engine

switch.

indicate this condition. Refer to “Informa-

The “interior workable area” for these func-

tion display” in the “Before Driving” sec-

tions is defined as all the interior spaces

tion for details.

except for the space above the instrument

• Flashing of the immobilizer/keyless start

panel.

system warning light and the master

warning indicator light should stop

NOTE:

shortly after the remote controller is

• Even when the remote controller is in the

brought back inside the vehicle. If they

“interior workable area”, if it is in any of

do not stop flashing, change the ignition

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

the following conditions, you may not be

Starting the Engine

able to start the engine or select the

WARNING

Before Starting the Engine

power supply modes, and the “remote

1)

Make sure the parking brake is set fully.

Make sure that the parking brake is

controller outside” warning may be

2)

Manual Transaxle - Shift to “N” (Neu-

set fully and the transaxle is in Neu-

given.

tral) and fully depress the clutch pedal.

tral (or Park for vehicles with a CVT)

- The remote controller’s battery is low.

Hold the clutch and brake pedals fully

before attempting to start the engine.

- The remote controller is affected by

depressed.

strong radio signals or noise.

CVT - If the gearshift lever is not in the

- The remote controller is in contact with

CAUTION

“P” (Park) position, shift it to “P”. Hold

or covered by a metallic object.

the brake pedal fully depressed.

• Do not depress the acclerator dur-

- The remote controller is in stowage

3)

The “PUSH START SWITCH” message

ing the engine starting procedure.

like the glove box or a door pocket.

will appear on the information display in

• If the engine does not respond

- The remote controller is in the sun

the instrument cluster. Push the engine

when you try to start it with the

visor pocket or on the floor.

switch (1). When the engine is started,

engine switch or if the engine

•

Even when the remote controller is out-

the starter motor will automatically stop.

switch repeats cycling through the

side the “interior workable area”, if it is in

“OFF” - “ACC” - “ON” mode, the

any of the following conditions, you may

vehicle battery may be discharged.

be able to start the engine or select the

Check the voltage of the vehicle

power supply mode. The “remote con-

battery before trying again.

troller outside” warning may not be given

at that time.

NOTE:

- The remote controller is outside the

• You do not need to keep the engine

vehicle but very close to a door.

switch pressed to start the engine.

- The remote controller is on the instru-

• The engine of a manual transaxle vehi-

ment panel.

cle will not start unless the clutch pedal

is depressed.

(1)

• CVT vehicles have a starter interlock

device which is designed to keep the

starter from operating if the transaxle is

in any of the drive positions.

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• During the engine starting procedure,

messages on the information display will

help you. Refer to “Information Display”

in the “Before Driving” section for details.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

• You should turn off such loads as the

Starting a Cold Engine

Starting a Warm Engine

headlights and air conditioning system to

With your foot off the accelerator pedal,

Use the same procedure as for “Starting a

facilitate starting of the engine.

crank the engine by pressing the engine

Cold Engine”.

• Even if you fail to start the engine, the

switch to change the ignition mode to

starter motor will stop turning automati-

“START”.

If the master warning light flashes

cally after a short time. After the starter

and the engine cannot be started

motor has stopped or if there is some

CAUTION

Your keyless start system remote controller

problem with the system, the starter

may not be sensed as being within the

If the engine doesn’t start on the first

motor will rotate only while the engine

“interior workable area”. Try again after

try, wait about 15 seconds before try-

switch is being pressed.

making sure that you have the remote con-

ing again.

troller with you. If the engine still cannot be

Stopping the engine

started, the battery of the remote controller

• Depress the engine switch to stop the

After pressing the engine switch to change

may be discharged. You must then use the

the ignition mode to “START”, the starter

engine after the vehicle stopped com-

following method to be able to start the

pletely.

cranks the engine for about 12 seconds

engine.

before it can start the engine. If the engine

• In case of emergency, you can stop the

engine by depressing the engine switch

fails to start at the first attempt, wait about

15 seconds, then try again while keeping

more than 3 seconds while the vehicle in

motion.

the engine switch pressed while pressing

(1)

down the accelerator pedal to 1/3 of its

NOTE:

travel. Release the accelerator pedal when

the engine starts.

Except in emergency, do not stop the

engine while the vehicle in motion.

If the engine still does not start, try holding

The steering and braking operation will

the accelerator pedal all the way to the

require more efforts when the engine

floor while cranking. This should clear the

(2)

stopped.

engine if it is flooded.

Refer to

“Braking” in the

“OPERATING

YOUR VEHICLE” section.

If you are unable to start the engine using

this procedure, consult your SUZUKI

dealer.

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1)

Make sure the parking brake is set fully.

2)

Manual Transaxle - Shift to “N” (Neu-

tral) and fully depress the clutch pedal.

Hold the clutch and brake pedals fully

depressed.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

Steering lock warning buzzer

Parking Brake Lever

For CVT vehicles, always set the parking

If the steering lock fails to engage due to a

brake before moving the gearshift lever to

fault in the system even when you press

the “P” (Park) position. If you park on an

the engine switch to change the ignition

incline and shift into “P” before you set the

(2)

mode to “LOCK” (OFF), the interior buzzer

(1)

parking brake, the weight of the vehicle

will warn you of this condition with

may make it difficult to shift out of “P” when

repeated short beeps. If this happens,

you are ready to drive the vehicle. When

have the vehicle inspected by an autho-

preparing to drive the vehicle, move the

rized SUZUKI dealer.

gearshift lever out of the “P” position before

(3)

releasing the parking brake.

WARNING

•

Never drive your vehicle with the

parking brake set: rear brake effec-

tiveness can be reduced from over-

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heating, brake life may be

(1) To set

shortened or permanent brake

(2) To release

damage may result.

(3) To release

•

If the parking brake does not hold

the vehicle securely or does not

The parking brake lever is located between

fully release, have your vehicle

the seats. To set the parking brake, hold

inspected immediately by an autho-

the brake pedal down and pull the parking

rized SUZUKI dealer.

brake lever all the way up. To release the

parking brake, hold the brake pedal down,

pull up slightly on the parking brake lever,

push the button on the end of the lever with

your thumb and lower the lever to its origi-

nal position.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

Pedals

Clutch Pedal (1)

WARNING

(For manual transaxle)

Manual transaxle

The clutch pedal is used to disengage the

Always set the parking brake fully

drive to the wheels when starting the

before leaving your vehicle or it may

EXAMPLE

engine, stopping or shifting the gearshift

roll, causing injury or damage. When

lever. Depressing the pedal disengages

parking, make sure the gearshift

(1)

(2)

the clutch.

lever for manual transaxle vehicles is

in 1st gear or “R” (Reverse) and the

CAUTION

gearshift lever for CVT vehicles is in

“P” (Park). Remember, even though

Do not drive with your foot resting on

(3)

the transaxle is in gear or in Park, you

the clutch pedal. It could result in

must set the parking brake fully.

excessive clutch wear, clutch dam-

age, or unexpected loss of engine

Parking Brake Reminder Buzzer

braking.

If you start the vehicle without releasing

the parking brake, the interior buzzer

Brake Pedal (2)

warns you by repeated triple beeps.

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Your SUZUKI vehicle is equipped with

either front and rear disc brakes. Depress-

CVT

ing the brake pedal applies both sets of

EXAMPLE

brakes.

You may hear occasional brake squeal

(2)

when you apply the brakes. This is a nor-

mal condition caused by environmental

factors such as cold, wet, snow, etc.

(3)

WARNING

If brake squeal is excessive and

occurs each time the brakes are

applied, you should have the brakes

checked by your SUZUKI dealer.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

Engine Block Heater

NOTE:

WARNING

Activate the heater at least four hours

(if equipped)

before you start the engine. However, as

Do not “ride” the brakes by applying

the heating time varies depending on the

them continuously or resting your

EXAMPLE

ambient temperature and other factors,

foot on the pedal. This will result in

adjust the time by observing the engine

overheating of the brakes which

cranking condition.

could cause unpredictable braking

action, longer stopping distances or

WARNING

permanent brake damage.

To avoid serious personal injury

Accelerator Pedal (3)

caused by electrical shock or fire:

This pedal controls the speed of the

• Do not plug the cord into a non-

engine. Depressing the accelerator pedal

grounded outlet. Only use a prop-

increases power output and speed.

erly grounded three-prong 110-volt

AC outlet.

• Do not use a 2-wire (non-grounded)

extension cord.

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• Only use a heavy-duty, three-prong

The engine block heater will help you start

extension cord rated for at least 15

the engine more easily in very cold

amps.

weather (-18°C (0°F) or below). To use the

engine block heater:

After using the block heater:

1) Turn off the engine.

1) Unplug the extension cord and reinstall

2) Open the engine hood.

the plug cap.

3) Untie the block heater cord and remove

2) Tie the block heater cord back to its

the block heater plug cap. When the

original position.

engine block heater is not in use,

ensure the heater cord is secured to

prevent contact with any moving parts.

4) Using a heavy-duty, three-prong

grounded extension cord, plug the

female end into the block heater socket

and the male end into a normal,

grounded 110-volt AC outlet.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

Using the Transaxle

CAUTION

Manual Transaxle

Secure the block heater cord back to

its original position or to the routed

EXAMPLE

position. A loose cord could get

caught in the engine accessory drive

belt(s) or other moving parts.

3) Close the engine hood securely before

starting the engine.

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Reverse gear: with lifting up ring, shift the

gearshift lever to the right, engage gear.

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Starting off

To start off, depress the clutch pedal all the

way to the floor and shift into 1st gear.

After releasing the parking brake, gradually

release the clutch. When you hear a

change in the engine’s sound, slowly press

the accelerator while continuing to gradu-

ally release the clutch.

Shifting

All forward gears are synchronized, which

provides for quiet, and easy shifting.

Always depress the clutch pedal all the

way to the floor before shifting gears. Keep

the engine speed does not rise into the red

zone of the tachometer.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

Downshifting maximum allowable

speeds

CAUTION

CAUTION

When downshifting to a lower gear,

•

To help avoid clutch damage, do

For J24B engine

make sure not to operate with the

not use the clutch pedal as a foot-

speed faster than the maximum

rest while driving or use the clutch

allowable speeds for the next lower

to keep the vehicle stationary on a

Downshifting

Km/h (mph)

gear, or severe engine damage can

slope. Depress the clutch fully

result.

when shifting.

•

When shifting or starting off, do not

2nd to 1st

50 (31)

race the engine. Racing the engine

WARNING

can shorten engine life and affect

•

Reduce your speed and downshift

smooth shifting.

to a lower gear before going down

3rd to 2nd

90 (56)

a long or steep hill. Downshifting

will allow the engine to provide

braking. Avoid riding the brakes or

they may overheat, resulting in

4th to 3rd

135 (84)

brake failure.

•

When driving on slippery roads, be

sure to slow down before down-

5th to 4th

185 (115)*

shifting.

Large and sudden

changes in engine speed may

cause loss of traction, which could

cause you to lose control.

6th to 5th

225 (140)*

•

Make sure that the vehicle is com-

pletely stopped before you shift

into reverse.

*NOTE:

You may not accelerate to the maximum

allowable speed because of the driving sit-

uation and/or the vehicle condition.

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