Suzuki Kizashi (2010 year). Manual

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NOTE:

Engine Coolant

When it is difficult to remove the oil filter,

EXAMPLE

we recommend you take your vehicle to

Selection of Coolant

your SUZUKI dealer for oil filter replace-

ment.

CAUTION

SUZUKI LLC: Super (Blue) coolant;

Refill with Oil and Check for Leaks

SUZUKI LLC: Super (Blue) coolant is

1) Pour oil through the filler hole and

already diluted to the proper percent-

install the filler cap.

age. Do not dilute with distilled water

For the approximate capacity of the oil,

additionally. Doing so may result in

refer to the

“Capacities” item in the

the possibility of freezing coolant

“SPECIFICATIONS” section.

and/or overheating.

2) Start the engine and look carefully for

leaks at the oil filter and drain plug. Run

the engine at various speeds for at least

83E010

To maintain optimum performance and

durability of your engine, use SUZUKI

5 minutes.

3) Stop the engine and wait about 5 min-

Genuine Coolant or equivalent.

CAUTION

utes. Check the oil level again and add

oil if necessary. Check for leaks again.

Oil leaks from around the oil filter or

NOTE:

drain plug indicate incorrect installa-

If you replace the engine coolant other

tion or gasket damage. If you find any

than the SUZUKI LLC: Super (Blue), follow

CAUTION

leaks or are not sure that the filter

the schedule of SUZUKI LLC: Standard

When replacing the oil filter, it is rec-

has been properly tightened, have

(Green). To see the detail of the mainte-

ommended that you use a genuine

the vehicle inspected by your SUZUKI

nance schedule, refer to “Periodic Mainte-

SUZUKI replacement filter. If you use

dealer.

nance Schedule” in this section.

an after-market filter, make sure it is

of equivalent quality and carefully fol-

This type of coolant is best for your cooling

low the manufacturer’s instructions

system as it:

and precautions.

• Helps maintain proper engine tempera-

ture.

• Gives proper protection against freezing

and boiling.

• Gives proper protection against corro-

sion and rust.

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Failure to use the proper coolant can dam-

Coolant Level Check

age your cooling system. Your authorized

Check the engine coolant level at the

WARNING

SUZUKI dealer can help you select the

reserve tank, not at the radiator. With the

Engine coolant is harmful or fatal if

proper coolant.

engine cool, the engine coolant level

swallowed or inhaled. Do not drink

should be between the “FULL” and “LOW”

antifreeze or coolant solution. If swal-

CAUTION

marks.

lowed, do not induce vomiting. Imme-

To avoid damaging your cooling sys-

diately contact a poison control

Adding Coolant

tem:

center or a physician. Avoid inhaling

•

Always use a high quality ethylene

mist or hot vapors; if inhaled, remove

glycol base phosphate type coolant

to fresh air. If coolant gets in eyes,

diluted with distilled water at the

flush eyes with water and seek medi-

correct mixture concentration.

cal attention. Wash thoroughly after

FULL

•

Make sure that the proper mix is 50/

handling. Solution can be poisonous

50 coolant to distilled water and in

LOW

to animals. Keep out of the reach of

no case higher than 70/30. Concen-

children and animals.

trations greater than 70/30 coolant

to distilled water will cause over-

CAUTION

heating conditions.

•

Do not use straight coolant nor

SUZUKI LLC: Super (Blue) coolant;

plain water (except SUZUKI LLC:

SUZUKI LLC: Super (Blue) coolant is

Super (Blue)).

already diluted to the proper percent-

•

Do not add extra inhibitors or addi-

age. Do not dilute with distilled water

57L71002

tives. They may not be compatible

additionally. Doing so may result in

with your cooling system.

If the engine coolant

level is below the

the possibility of freezing coolant

•

Do not mix different types of base

“LOW” mark, more engine coolant should

and/or overheating.

coolants. Doing so may result in

be added. Remove the reserve tank cap

accelerated seal wear and/or the

and add engine coolant until the reserve

possibility of severe overheating

tank level reaches the “FULL” mark. Never

and extensive engine/CVT damage.

fill the reserve tank above the “FULL” mark.

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Air Cleaner

Spark Plugs

CAUTION

You should inspect spark plugs periodically

SUZUKI LLC: Standard (Green)

for carbon deposits. When carbon accu-

coolant;

mulates on a spark plug, a strong spark

• The mixture you use should con-

may not be produced. Remove carbon

tain

50% concentration of anti-

deposits with a wire or pin and adjust the

freeze.

spark plug gap.

• If the lowest ambient temperature

(1)

To access the spark plugs,

in your area is expected to be

-35°C (-31°F) or below, use higher

concentrations up to 60% following

(1)

(2)

the instructions on the antifreeze

container.

CAUTION

57L71003

When putting the cap on the reser-

If the air cleaner is clogged with dust, there

voir tank, line up the mark on the cap

will be greater intake resistance, resulting

and the mark on the tank. Failure to

in decreased power output and increased

follow this can result in coolant leak-

fuel consumption.

age.

Unclamp the side clamps (1), and remove

the element from the air cleaner case. If it

Coolant Replacement

57L71004

appears to be dirty, replace it with a new

Since special procedures are required, we

one.

1) Remove the front part (1), then remove

the rear part (2) of the engine cover.

recommend you take your vehicle to your

SUZUKI dealer for coolant replacement.

CAUTION

The air cleaner element should be

replaced every

50000 km

(30000

When remove the engine cover, make

miles). More frequent replacement is

sure the cover does not interfere the

necessary when you drive under

vehicle to avoid damage to the cover.

dusty conditions.

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EXAMPLE

CAUTION

•

When servicing the iridium/plati-

num spark plugs (slender center

electrode type plugs), do not touch

1.0 - 1.1 mm

(3)

the center electrode, as it is easy to

(0.039 - 0.043 in.)

damage.

•

When installing the spark plugs,

screw them in with your fingers to

avoid stripping the threads. Tighten

with a torque wrench to 25 Nm (2.5

kg-m, 18.0 lb-ft). Do not allow con-

taminants to enter the engine

through the spark plug holes when

57L71005

80G093

the plugs are removed.

Disconnect the coupler (3) while push-

•

Never use spark plugs with the

ing the release lever,

wrong thread size.

Remove the bolt, and

Pull the ignition coil out.

CAUTION

When replacing spark plugs, you

should use the brand and type speci-

fied for your vehicle. For the speci-

fied

plugs,

refer

the

“SPECIFICATIONS” section at the

end of this book. If you wish to use a

brand of spark plug other than the

specified plugs, consult your SUZUKI

dealer.

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

Gear Oil

Manual transaxle

API GRADE

EXAMPLE

Specified Gear Oil

Manual transaxle

GL-4

When replacing gear oil, use gear oil with

Rear differential oil

the appropriate viscosity and grade as

GL-5 (Hypoid

(i-AWD)/Transfer oil

shown in the charts below.

gear oil)

(i-AWD CVT)

We highly recommend you use:

“SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W-80” for manual

(1)

transaxle gear oil

Manual transaxle (API GL-4)

75W-80, 75W-85, 75W-90

80J2083

-30

-20

-10

Transfer case (i-AWD)

-22

-4

104

(1)

57L71007

We highly recommend you use:

API GL-5 hypoid gear oil SAE 80W-90 for

rear differential oil (i-AWD) and transfer oil

of CVT model (i-AWD)

Rear differential oil (i-AWD)/Transfer oil

of CVT model (i-AWD)

(API GL-5 Hypoid)

80W-90, 75W-85

57L71006

(1) Oil filler and level plug

-30

-20

-10

-22

-4

104

57L71008

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Rear differential (i-AWD)

Gear Oil Level Check

Clutch Pedal

The manual transaxle, transfer gears (i-

AWD CVT) and rear differential (i-AWD)

are lubricated with gear oil. To check the

(1)

gear oil level in any of the above locations,

use the following procedure:

1) Park the vehicle on a level surface. Set

parking brake and stop the engine.

2) Remove the oil filler plug (1).

For the manual transaxle;

3) If gear oil flow from the plug hole, the oil

level is correct. Reinstall the plug.

If gear oil do not flow from the plug

hole, add oil through the filler plug hole

57L71009

until a little oil flow from the plug hole.

57L71010

(1) Oil filler and level plug

For the transfer and rear differential;

Check the clutch pedal for smooth opera-

Tightening torque

3) Check the inside of the hole with your

tion and clutch fluid level from time to time.

finger. If the oil level comes up to the

If clutch dragging is felt with the pedal fully

Oil Filler Plug

bottom of the plug hole, the oil level is

depressed, have the clutch inspected by

correct. If so, reinstall the plug.

your SUZUKI dealer. If the clutch fluid level

27 Nm

4) If the oil level is low, add gear oil

is near the “MIN” line, fill it up to the “MAX”

Manual transaxle

(19.5 lb-ft)

through the filler plug hole (1) until the

line with SAE J1703 or DOT3 brake fluid.

(2.7 kg-m)

oil level reaches the bottom of the filler

hole.

Transfer

23 Nm

(16.6 lb-ft)

Rear differential

Gear Oil Replacement

(2.3 kg-m)

Since special procedures, materials and

tools are required, it is recommended that

you trust this job to your authorized

SUZUKI dealer.

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Continuously Variable

hot weather. Wait until the fluid cools down

(about 30 minutes), or the fluid level indica-

EXAMPLE

Transaxle (CVT) Fluid

tion will not be correct.

Specified Fluid

3) Park your vehicle on level ground.

Use a CVT fluid SUZUKI CVT FLUID

4) Apply the parking brake and then start

GREEN-1 or Shell GREEN-1V.

the engine in “P” (Park). Let it idle for

two minutes and keep it running during

Fluid Level Check

the fluid level check.

5) With your foot on the brake pedal, move

CAUTION

the gearshift lever through each gear,

Driving with too much or too little

pausing for about three seconds in

fluid can damage the transaxle.

each range. Then move it back to the

“P” (Park) position.

80J2071

You must check the fluid level with the CVT

fluid at normal operating temperature.

WARNING

Be sure to depress the brake pedal

EXAMPLE

To check the fluid level:

1) To warm up the CVT fluid, drive the

when moving the gearshift lever, or

(3)

the vehicle can move suddenly.

vehicle or idle the engine until the tem-

(1)

perature gauge indicates normal oper-

ating temperature.

EXAMPLE

(2)

2) Then drive for ten more minutes.

CAUTION

Be sure to use the specified CVT

fluid. Using CVT fluid other than

SUZUKI CVT FLUID GREEN-1 or Shell

GREEN-1V may damage the CVT of

your vehicle.

80J2072

(1) FULL

NOTE:

(2) LOW

Do not check the fluid level if you have just

(3) The lowest point = Fluid level

driven the vehicle for a long time at high

75F086

speed, or if you have driven in city traffic in

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6) The handle of the CVT fluid dipstick is

Brakes

colored red or orange for easy identifi-

cation.

Brake Fluid

Remove the dipstick, clean it and push

it back in until the cap seats. Pull out

EXAMPLE

the dipstick and read the fluid level.

The fluid level should be between the

two marks in the “HOT” range on the

65D477

dipstick.

7) Add just enough specified fluid through

WARNING

the dipstick hole to fill the transaxle to

the proper level. It takes only 0.6 liters

Failure to follow the guidelines below

(1.27 US pt) for CVT to raise the level

can result in personal injury or seri-

from “LOW” to “FULL”.

ous damage to the brake system.

• If the brake fluid in the reservoir

CAUTION

drops below a certain level, the

brake warning light on the instru-

After checking or adding oil, be sure

57L71010

ment panel will come on

(the

to insert the dipstick securely.

Check the brake fluid level by looking at

engine must be running with the

the reservoir in the engine compartment.

parking brake fully disengaged.)

Deterioration Checking or Chang-

Check that the fluid level is between the

Should the light come on, immedi-

ing Fluid

“MAX” and “MIN” lines. If the brake fluid

ately ask your SUZUKI dealer to

Since special procedures, materials and

level is near the “MIN” line, fill it up to the

inspect the brake system.

tools are required to check the deteriora-

“MAX” line with SAE J1703 or DOT3 brake

• A rapid fluid loss indicates a leak in

tion of CVT fluid or change, it is recom-

fluid.

the brake system which should be

mended that you trust this job to your

inspected by your SUZUKI dealer

authorized SUZUKI dealer.

immediately.

• Brake fluid can harm your eyes and

damage painted surfaces. Use cau-

tion when refilling the reservoir.

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NOTE:

measured above is less than the minimum

WARNING

With disc brakes, the fluid level can be

distance required, have your vehicle

expected to gradually fall as the brake

inspected by your SUZUKI dealer.

(Continued)

pads wear.

• Do not use any fluid other than SAE

NOTE:

J1703 or DOT3 brake fluid. Do not

Brake Pedal

When measuring the distance between the

use reclaimed fluid or fluid that has

brake pedal and floor wall, be sure not to

been stored in old or open contain-

include the floor mat or rubber on the floor

ers. It is essential that foreign parti-

wall in your measurement.

cles and other liquids are kept out

of the brake fluid reservoir.

WARNING

Brake fluid is harmful or fatal if swal-

lowed, and harmful if it comes in con-

tact with skin or eyes. If swallowed,

“a”

Floor carpet

do not induce vomiting. Immediately

contact a poison control center or a

physician. If brake fluid gets in eyes,

flush eyes with water and seek medi-

65D345

cal attention. Wash thoroughly after

handling. Solution can be poisonous

Pedal to floor carpet minimum distance

to animals. Keep out of the reach of

60G104

“a”

children and animals.

73 mm (2.9 in.)

CAUTION

With the engine running and the parking

The brake fluid should be replaced

brake set, measure the distance between

according to the maintenance sched-

the brake pedal and floor carpet when the

ule. Have the brake fluid replaced by

pedal is depressed with approximately 300

your SUZUKI dealer.

N (66 lbs, 30 kg) of force. The minimum

distance required is as specified. Since

your vehicle’s brake system is self-adjust-

ing, there is no need for pedal adjustment.

If the pedal to floor carpet distance as

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Parking Brake Lever

Steering Wheel

WARNING

If you experience any of the following

EXAMPLE

problems with your vehicle’s brake

200 N (44 lbs, 20 kg)

system, have the vehicle inspected

immediately by your SUZUKI dealer.

•

Poor braking performance

•

Uneven braking (brakes not work-

ing uniformly on all wheels.)

“c”

•

Excessive pedal travel

•

Brake dragging

“b”

• Excessive noise

•

(Except ABS equipped vehicle)

Pedal pulsation

(pedal pulsates

when pressed for braking.)

60A226

80J005

Ratchet tooth specification “b”

Steering wheel play “c”

6th - 8th

0 - 30 mm (0.0 - 1.2 in.)

Check the parking brake for proper adjust-

Check the play of the steering wheel by

ment by counting the number of clicks

gently turning it from left to right and mea-

made by the ratchet teeth as you slowly

suring the distance that it moves before

pull up on the parking brake lever to the

you feel slight resistance. The play should

point of full engagement. The parking

be between the specified values. Check

brake lever should stop between the speci-

that the steering wheel turns easily and

fied ratchet teeth and the rear wheels

smoothly without rattling by turning it all the

should be securely locked. If the parking

way to the right and to the left while driving

brake is not properly adjusted or the

very slowly in an open area. If the amount

brakes drag after the lever has been fully

of free play is outside the specification or

released, have the parking brake inspected

you find anything else to be wrong, an

and/or adjusted by your SUZUKI dealer.

inspection must be performed by your

SUZUKI dealer.

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

Tires

B. Tire Name/Model

F. Load Rating

The tire name or model is shown

Load rating is the maximum

For safe operation of your vehicle, it is

here.

weight a tire is designed to sup-

important that the tires be the correct

C. Tire Size

port in normal service.

type and size, in good condition, and

The tire size code is a combina-

G. Max Inflation Pressure

properly inflated. Be sure to follow the

tion of letters and numbers used

Max inflation pressure is the max-

requirements and recommendations in

to define a particular tire’s width,

imum inflation pressure a tire is

this section.

height, aspect ratio, construction

designed for.

type, and service description. See

H. Tire Ply Material

Tire Sidewall Labeling

the “Tire Size” explanation later in

These tire markings describe the

Useful information about a tire is

this section for more details.

type of cord and number of plies

molded into its sidewall. The example

D. U.S. DOT Tire Identification Num-

in the sidewall and under the

below shows a typical passenger car

ber

tread.

tire.

The Department of Transportation

Load Index and Speed Rating

(DOT) marking indicates that the

The two- or three-digit number is

Typical Passenger Car Tire Sidewall

tire is in compliance with the U.S.

the tire’s load index, the maximum

Department of Transportation

load a tire can carry at the speed

Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.

indicated by its speed symbol at

The letters and numbers following

the maximum inflation pressure.

the DOT marking is the Tire Iden-

The higher the number is, the

tification Number (TIN). The TIN

greater the load carrying capacity.

identifies the tire manufacturer

The letter symbol denotes the

and plant, tire size, and date the

speed at which a tire is designed

tire was manufactured.

to be driven for extended periods

E. Uniform Tire Quality Grading

of time. (Ratings are listed below.)

(UTQG)

Tire manufacturers are required to

Letter Rating

Speed Rating

grade tires based on three perfor-

99 mph

67D027

mance factors: treadwear, traction

and temperature resistance.

A. Tire Manufacturer

106 mph

Refer to the “Uniform Tire Quality

The name of the tire manufacturer

Grading” section for more details.

112 mph

is shown here.

118 mph

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Tire Size

D. Construction Code

124 mph

The following illustration shows an

This letter code is used to indicate

130 mph

example of a typical passenger car tire

the type of ply construction in the

size.

tire. The letter

“R” means radial

149 mph

ply tire construction, the letter “D”

means diagonal or bias ply con-

168 mph*

struction, and the letter “B” means

186 mph*

belted-bias ply construction.

E. Rim Diameter

*The letters ZR may be used on tires

This two-digit number is the wheel

with a maximum speed capability over

or rim diameter in inches.

149 mph and will always be used on

tires with a maximum speed capability

WARNING

over 186 mph.

Your SUZUKI is equipped with

J. M+S Marking

tires which are all the same type

This marking indicates the tire

and size. This is important to

has some mud and snow capabili-

ensure proper steering and han-

67D028

ties and is designed for all-season

dling of the vehicle. Never mix

use.

A. Tire Type

tires of different size or type on

This letter code indicates the pri-

the four wheels of your vehicle.

mary intended use of the tire. The

Mixing tires could cause you to

letter “P” identifies a tire primarily

lose control while driving which

intended for use on a passenger

may lead to an accident. The size

vehicle.

and type of tires used should be

B. Tire Width

only those approved by SUZUKI

This three-digit number indicates

Motor Corporation as standard or

the tire section width in millime-

optional equipment for your vehi-

ters from sidewall to sidewall.

cle.

C. Aspect Ratio

This two-digit number represents

the tire section height divided by

the tire section width.

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Tire Inflation Pressure

• Seating Capacity

NOTE:

Tire inflation pressure should be

• Maximum Allowed

Combined

The tire inflation pressure will change

checked when the tire is cold. “Cold

Weight of Occupants and Cargo

due to changes in atmospheric pres-

tire inflation pressure” is the pressure

• Original Tire Size

sure, temperature or tire temperature

in a tire that has been driven less than

• Recommended Cold Tire Inflation

when driving. To reduce the chance

1 mile (1.6 km) or has been standing

Pressure of Original Tires

that the low tire pressure warning light

for three hours or more.

• Size of Compact Spare Tire

will come on due to normal changes in

• Recommended Cold Tire Inflation

temperature and atmospheric pres-

EXAMPLE

Pressure of Compact Spare Tire

sure, it is important to check and

adjust the tire pressures when the tires

Recommended Cold Tire Inflation

are cold. Tires that appear to be at the

Pressures

specified pressure when checked after

driving, when the tires are warm, could

260 kPa

Front Tires

have pressure below the specification

38 psi

when the tires cool down. Also, tires

that are inflated to the specified pres-

260 kPa

Rear Tires

sure in a warm garage may have pres-

38 psi

sure below the specification when the

420 kPa

vehicle is driven outside in very cold

Compact Spare Tire

60 psi

temperature. If you adjust the tire

80JS025

pressure in a garage that is warmer

than the outside temperature, you

The front and rear tire pressure speci-

should add 1 psi to the recommended

fications for your vehicle are shown

cold tire inflation pressure for every

below and are listed on the Tire and

10°F difference between garage tem-

Loading Information Label, which is

perature and outside temperature.

located on the driver’s door lock pillar.

The Tire and Loading Information

Label contains the following informa-

tion:

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Measuring Air Pressure

Tire Inspection

Use the following steps to achieve

WARNING

Inspect your vehicle’s tires at least

proper tire inflation:

once a month by performing the fol-

•

Air pressures should be

1) Identify the recommended tire pres-

lowing checks:

checked when the tires are cold

sure on the vehicle’s Tire and Load-

1) Measure the air pressure with a tire

or you may get inaccurate read-

ing Information Label or in the

gauge. Adjust the pressure if nec-

ings.

owner’s manual.

essary. Remember to check the

•

Check the inflation pressure

2) Remove the valve cap from the tire

spare tire, too. Refer to the “Mea-

from time to time while inflating

valve stem.

suring Air Pressure” section.

the tire gradually, until the spec-

3) Using a reliable pressure gauge,

ified pressure is obtained.

measure the tire inflation pressure

•

Never underinflate or overin-

by pressing the tire gauge firmly

flate the tires.

onto the valve to get a pressure

Underinflation

can

cause

measurement. Remember that

unusual handling characteristics

inflation pressures should be

or can cause the rim to slip on

checked when the tires are “cold”,

the tire bead, resulting in an acci-

meaning before they have been

dent or damage to the tire or rim.

driven one mile or after sitting for

Underinflation can also cause

three hours or more allowing the

tires to overheat, leading to tire

tire to cool to ambient air tempera-

failure.

ture.

Overinflation can cause the tire

4) If the air pressure is too high, slowly

to burst, resulting in personal

release the air by pressing on the

54G136

injury.

tire valve stem with the edge of the

Overinflation can also cause

(1) Tread wear indicator

tire gauge until you reach the cor-

unusual handling characteristics

(2) Indicator location mark

rect pressure.

which may result in an accident.

5) If the air pressure is too low, fill the

2) Check that the depth of the tread

tire with air at a service station until

groove is more than 1.6 mm (0.06

it reaches the recommended pres-

in.). To help you check this, the tires

sure.

have molded-in tread wear indica-

6) Make sure all tires have the same

tors in the grooves. When the indi-

air pressure

(unless the owner’s

cators appear on the tread surface,

manual indicates otherwise).

the remaining depth of the tread is

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1.6 mm (0.06 in.) or less and the

tire should be replaced.

WARNING

3) Check for abnormal wear, cracks

Your SUZUKI is equipped with

Replacing the wheels and tires

and damage. Any tires with cracks

tires which are all the same type

equipped on your vehicle with

or other damage should be

and size. This is important to

certain combinations of aftermar-

replaced. If any tires show abnor-

ensure proper steering and han-

ket wheels and tires can signifi-

mal wear, have them inspected by

dling of the vehicle. Never mix

cantly change the steering and

your SUZUKI dealer.

tires of different size or type on

handling characteristics of your

the four wheels of your vehicle.

vehicle. Oversized tires may also

WARNING

The size and type of tires used

rub against the fender over

Hitting curbs and running over

should be only those approved by

bumps, causing vehicle damage

rocks can damage tires and affect

SUZUKI Motor Corporation as

or tire failure. Therefore, use only

wheel alignment. Be sure to have

standard or optional equipment

those wheel and tire combina-

tires

and wheel alignment

for your vehicle.

tions approved by SUZUKI Motor

checked periodically by your

Corporation as standard or

SUZUKI dealer.

optional equipment for your vehi-

CAUTION

cle. For information regarding the

4) Check for loose wheel nuts.

For intelligent All Wheel Drive (i-

specified tires, refer to the Tire

5) Check that there are no nails,

AWD) models, replacing a tire

Information Label located on the

stones or other objects sticking into

with one of a different size, or

driver’s side door pillar or the

the tires.

using different brands among the

“SPECIFICATIONS” section.

four tires can result in damage to

the drive train.

CAUTION

Replacing the original tires with

tires of a different size may result

in false speedometer or odometer

readings. Check with your

SUZUKI dealer before purchas-

ing replacement tires that differ in

size from the original tires.

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

Uniform Tire Quality Grading

Treadwear

Temperature - A, B, C

The U.S. National Highway Traffic

The treadwear grade is a comparative

The temperature grades are A (the

Safety Administration has developed a

rating based on the wear rate of the tire

highest), B and C, representing the

grading system for evaluating the per-

when tested under controlled condi-

tire’s resistance to the generation of

formance of passenger car tires. The

tions on a specified government test

heat and its ability to dissipate heat

following information will help you

course. For example, a tire graded 150

when tested under controlled condi-

understand the grading system, which

would wear one and one-half (1 1/2)

tions on a specified indoor laboratory

applies to vehicles sold in the U.S.

times as well on the government course

test wheel. Sustained high tempera-

Consult your SUZUKI dealer or tire

as a tire graded 100. The relative per-

ture can cause the material of the tire

retailer for help in choosing the correct

formance of tires depends upon the

to degenerate and reduce tire life, and

replacement tires for your vehicle.

actual conditions of their use, however

excessive temperature can lead to

and may depart significantly from the

sudden tire failure. The grade C corre-

Quality grades can be found where

norm due to variations in driving habits,

sponds to a level of performance

applicable on the tire sidewall between

service practices and differences in

which all passenger car tires must

tread shoulder and maximum section

road characteristics and climate.

meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle

width. For example:

Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B

Treadwear 200 Traction AA Tempera-

Traction - AA, A, B, C

and A represent higher levels of per-

ture A

The traction grades, from highest to

formance on the laboratory test wheel

lowest, are AA, A, B and C. Those

than the minimum required by law.

DOT Quality Grades

grades represent the tire’s ability to

Treadwear

stop on wet pavement as measured

WARNING

Traction AA A B C

under controlled conditions on speci-

The temperature grade for this

Temperature A B C

fied government test surfaces of

tire is established for a tire that is

All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform

asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C

properly inflated and not over-

To Federal Safety Requirements in

may have poor traction performance.

loaded. Excessive speed, under-

Addition To These Grades

inflation or excessive loading,

WARNING

either separately or in combina-

The traction grade assigned to

tion, can cause heat buildup and

this tire is based on straight-

possible tire failure.

ahead braking traction tests, and

does not include acceleration,

cornering, hydroplaning or peak

traction characteristics.

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

Tire Rotation

Compact Spare Tire (if equipped)

WARNING

Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the

parts to which it is fastened, can

make wheel nuts become loose

after a time. The wheel could

come off and cause an accident.

When you change a wheel,

remove any rust or dirt from

places where the wheel attaches

to the vehicle. In an emergency,

you can use a cloth or a paper

towel to do this; but be sure to

use a scraper or wire brush later,

54G114

54G115

if you need to, to get all the rust

To avoid uneven wear of your tires and

or dirt off.

(1) Wear indicator

to prolong their life, rotate the tires as

(2) Indicator location mark

illustrated. Tires should be rotated as

recommended in the periodic mainte-

Your vehicle comes equipped with the

nance schedule. After rotation, adjust

compact spare tire. The compact

front and rear tire pressures to the

spare is designed to save space in

specification listed on your vehicle’s

your storage area, and its lighter

Tire and Loading Information Label.

weight makes it easier to install if a flat

tire occurs. It is only intended for tem-

porary emergency use, until the con-

ventional tire can be repaired or

replaced. The inflation pressure of the

compact spare tire should be checked

at least monthly. Use a quality pocket-

type inflation pressure gauge and set

at 420 kPa (60 psi). At the same time,

check that the tire is stored securely. If

it is not, tighten it.

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