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Suzuki SX4 (2010 year). Manual - part 7

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

Starting a Cold Engine

Engine Block Heater

NOTE:

With your foot off the accelerator pedal,

Activate the heater at least four hours

(if equipped)

crank the engine by turning the ignition key

before you start the engine. However, as

to

“START”. Release the key when the

the heating time varies depending on the

engine starts.

EXAMPLE

ambient temperature and other factors,

adjust the time by observing the engine

CAUTION

cranking condition.

• Stop turning the starter immedi-

WARNING

ately after the engine has started or

the starter system can be dam-

To avoid serious personal injury

aged.

caused by electrical shock or fire:

• Do not crank the engine for more

• Do not plug the cord into a non-

than 15 seconds at a time. If the

grounded outlet. Only use a prop-

engine doesn’t start on the first try,

erly grounded three-prong 110-volt

wait about 15 seconds before try-

AC outlet.

ing again.

• Do not use a 2-wire (non-grounded)

extension cord.

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If the engine does not start after 15 sec-

• Only use a heavy-duty, three-prong

The engine block heater will help you start

onds of cranking, wait about 15 seconds,

extension cord rated for at least 15

the engine more easily in very cold

then press down the accelerator pedal to

amps.

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

1/3 of its travel and try cranking the engine

engine block heater:

again. Release the key and accelerator

After using the block heater:

1) Turn off the engine.

pedal when the engine starts.

1) Unplug the extension cord and reinstall

2) Open the engine hood.

the plug cap.

If the engine still does not start, try holding

3) Untie the block heater cord and remove

2) Tie the block heater cord back to its

the accelerator pedal all the way to the

the block heater plug cap. When the

original position.

floor while cranking. This should clear the

engine block heater is not in use,

engine if it is flooded.

ensure the heater cord is secured to

prevent contact with any moving parts.

If you are unable to start the engine using

4) Using a heavy-duty, three-prong

this procedure, consult your SUZUKI

grounded extension cord, plug the

dealer.

female end into the block heater socket

and the male end into a normal,

Starting a Warm Engine

grounded 110-volt AC outlet.

Use the same procedure as for “Starting a

Cold Engine”.

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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

Continuously Variable Transaxle

Gearshift lever

WARNING

(CVT)

•

Reduce your speed and downshift

to a lower gear before going down

a long or steep hill. Downshifting

will allow the engine to provide

braking. Avoid riding the brakes or

they may overheat, resulting in

brake failure.

•

When driving on slippery roads, be

sure to slow down before down-

shifting.

Large and sudden

changes in engine speed may

cause loss of traction, which could

cause you to lose control.

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•

Make sure that the vehicle is com-

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pletely stopped before you shift

WARNING

into reverse.

Always depress the brake pedal

before shifting from

“P” (Park) (or

CAUTION

“N” (Neutral) if the vehicle is station-

ary) to a forward or reverse gear, to

•

To help avoid clutch damage, do

help prevent the vehicle from moving

not use the clutch pedal as a foot-

unexpectedly when you shift.

rest while driving or use the clutch

to keep the vehicle stationary on a

slope. Depress the clutch fully

when shifting.

•

When shifting or starting off, do not

race the engine. Racing the engine

can shorten engine life and affect

smooth shifting.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

The gearshift lever has a lock mechanism

NOTE:

Use the gearshift lever positions as

to help prevent accidental shifting. To shift

•

Always shift the gearshift lever without

described below:

the gearshift lever:

pushing in the lock button

(1) except

when you shift from “P” to “R”, from “N”

P (Park)

Shift with the lock button

(1)

to “R” or from “R” to “P”. If you always

Use this position to lock the transaxle

pushed in and the brake pedal

push in the lock button (1) when shifting

when the vehicle is parked or when start-

depressed.

the gearshift lever, you could shift into

ing the engine. Shift into Park only when

“P” or “R” by mistake.

the vehicle is completely stationary.

Shift with the lock button

(1)

•

If driver’s or passenger’s knee hits the

R (Reverse)

pushed in.

gearshift lever while driving, the lever

Use this position to reverse the vehicle

could move and the gear could be

from stop. Make sure that vehicle is com-

changed unexpectedly.

Shift without the lock button (1)

pletely stationary before shifting into

pushed in.

Reverse.

CAUTION

Do not shift the gearshift lever into

“R” while moving forward, or the

transaxle may be damaged. If you

shift into “R” when the vehicle speed

is over 6mph (10km/h), the transaxle

(1)

will not shift into reverse.

N (Neutral)

Use this position for starting the engine if

the engine stalls and you need to restart it

while the vehicle is moving. You may also

shift into Neutral and depress the brake

pedal to hold the vehicle stationary during

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idling.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

D (Drive)

Manual mode

The information display shows the manual

Use this position for all normal driving.

The CVT can shift gears automatically.

mode indicator (1) and the current gear

When using the manual mode, you can

position (2).

With the gearshift lever in “D” range you

shift gears in the same manner as conven-

can get an automatic downshift by press-

tional manual transaxle.

NOTE:

ing the accelerator pedal. The higher the

To use the manual mode, shift the gearshift

• The indicated gear position on the infor-

vehicle speed is, the more you need to

lever from “D” to “M”.

mation display when you shift from “D” to

press the accelerator pedal to get a down-

“M” is the gear position that was selected

shift.

automatically when the gearshift lever

M (manual mode)

was in “D”.

Use this position for driving in the manual

• You can change to the manual mode

mode.

temporarily by pulling the shift paddle (if

Refer to “Manual mode” later in this section

equipped) on the steering wheel toward

for details on how to use the manual mode.

you when the gearshift lever is in “D”.

CAUTION

Shifting in the manual mode

You can shift gears from 1st to 6th depend-

Be sure to take the following precau-

ing on driving speed.

tions to help avoid damage to the

CVT:

NOTE:

• Make sure that the vehicle is com-

• When the engine is revved, the gear is

pletely stationary before shifting

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shifted up automatically to prevent dam-

into “P” or “R”.

age to the engine and the transaxle. If

• Do not shift from “P” or “N” to “R”,

the CVT fluid becomes hot such as

“D” or “M” when the engine is run-

EXAMPLE

(1)

(2)

when driving on up hill, the engine speed

ning above idle speed.

at which shifting occurs may be lower

• Do not rev the engine with the tran-

than usual.

saxle in a drive position (“R”, “D”

• When the driving speed becomes slow,

or “M”) and the front wheels not

the gear shifts down automatically, and

moving.

when the vehicle stops, the gear position

• Do not use the accelerator to hold

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will be in

1st gear without shifting the

the vehicle on a hill. Use the vehi-

(1) Manual mode indicator

gearshift lever.

cle’s brakes.

(2) Gear position

• If you depress the accelerator pedal a

certain amount, the gear shifts down

automatically even if the gearshift lever

is in the manual mode.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

NOTE:

NOTE:

When you shift gears, the gear may not

To shift gears continuously, remove your

shift to the desired position. This is to

hand from the gearshift lever, then shift the

maintain good drivability and to protect the

lever again. You cannot shift gears continu-

transaxle.

ously while holding the lever in the “+” or

“-” position.

Using the gearshift lever

Using the shift paddle (if equipped)

(2)

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(1)

To shift down, pull the “-” side shift paddle,

located on left side of the steering wheel,

toward you. When you remove your finger

from the switch, the switch will return to the

original position.

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NOTE:

(1) “+” side (shift up)

• To shift gears continuously, remove your

(2) “-” side (shift down)

To shift up, pull the “+” side shift paddle,

finger from the shift paddle, then pull the

located on right side of the steering wheel,

shift paddle again. You cannot shift

To shift up, pull the gearshift lever to the “+”

toward you. When you remove your finger

gears continuously while holding the

side (rearward). When you remove your

from the switch, the switch will return to the

shift paddle toward you.

hand from the gearshift lever, the lever will

original position.

• When you pull the both “+” and “-” shift

return to the “M” position automatically.

paddle simultaneously, the gear may not

To shift down, push the gearshift lever to

shift.

the “-” side (forward). When you remove

your hand from the gearshift lever, the

lever will return to the “M” position auto-

matically.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

Canceling the manual mode

If You Cannot Shift CVT Gearshift Lever

This procedure is for emergency use only.

To cancel the manual mode, shift the gear-

Out of “P” (PARK)

If repeated use of this procedure is neces-

shift lever from “M” to “D”.

sary, or the procedure does not work as

described, take the vehicle to your dealer

Temporary manual mode

(1)

for repair.

Pull the shift paddle (if equipped) toward

you when driving with the gearshift lever in

the “D” position. The information display

shows the manual mode indicator (1) and

the current gear position (2).

EXAMPLE

(1)

(2)

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Vehicles with a CVT have an electrically

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operated park-lock feature. If the vehicle’s

(1) Manual mode indicator

battery is discharged, or there is some

(2) Gear position

other electrical failure, the CVT cannot be

shifted out of Park in the normal way. Jump

The temporary manual mode will be can-

starting may correct the condition. If not,

celed automatically in the following situa-

follow the procedure described below. This

tions.

procedure will permit changing the tran-

• When you press and hold the accelera-

saxle out of Park.

tor pedal for a certain period of time with-

out shifting gears.

1) Be sure the parking brake is firmly

applied.

• When driving speed becomes slow.

2) If the engine is running, stop the

engine.

3) Make sure the key is in the “ON” or

“ACC” position.

4) Remove the cover (1) over the button.

5) With pushing the release button by the

key or the flat end rod, shift the gear-

shift lever to the desired position.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

Using the 2WD/i-AWD

i-AWD AUTO

may cause severe damage to the drive

In this position, engine power is supplied to

train.

(intelligent All Wheel Drive)

the front and rear axles at normal speed,

• As the vehicle speed increases, the “i-

Switch (if equipped)

providing greater traction than

2-wheel

AWD LOCK” mode is automatically can-

drive. Use this position for driving on paved

celed and the “i-AWD AUTO” mode is

roads or on slippery roads (icy, snow-cov-

selected.

ered, muddy, etc.).

• When the ignition switch is turned to the

“OFF” position, the “i-AWD LOCK” mode

In the AUTO mode, the i-AWD controller

is canceled.

judges the driving conditions using signals

from sensors.

2WD/i-AWD Switch Operation

When slipping of the front wheels is

Operate the 2WD/i-AWD switch according

detected, the electronically controlled cou-

to the appropriate procedure described

pling supplies optimum driving force to the

below:

rear wheels. This function improves driving

stability and running through performance

How to turn on 2WD/i-AWD switch

on rough roads and stabilizes driving per-

2WD/i-AWD switch will activate when the

formance even on a snow covered up-hill

ignition switch is turned on.

road or the like.

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From 2WD to i-AWD AUTO

Also, during normal driving on paved

Turn the 2WD/i-AWD switch to the neutral

This i-AWD system enables you to select

roads, torque distribution to the rear

position, and the “i-AWD AUTO” indicator

the driving mode according to the driving

wheels is reduced to achieve the nearly

will come on.

conditions by operating the

2WD/i-AWD

front wheel drive condition, thereby fuel

switch. With this feature, you can select 3

consumption is improved.

mode positions,

“2WD”,

“i-AWD AUTO”

i-AWD LOCK

and “i-AWD LOCK” by operating the 2WD/

In this position, engine power is supplied to

i-AWD switch even when the vehicle is

the front and rear axles at reduced speed.

moving, provided the front wheels are in

Use this position when it is hard to start off

the straight ahead position.

in the

“i-AWD AUTO” mode such as in

mud, sand or on snow.

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Description of 3 Mode 4 x 4 System

Positions

NOTE:

• Avoid operating your vehicle in the “i-

2WD

AWD LOCK” on wet pavement as much

In this position, engine power is supplied to

as possible. Operating your vehicle in

the front axle only. Use this position for

the

“i-AWD LOCK” on wet pavement

normal driving (on dry, hard surfaces).

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

From i-AWD AUTO to i-AWD LOCK

•

While driving in the

“i-AWD LOCK”

Push the “i-AWD LOCK” switch for a few

mode, as the vehicle speed increases,

CAUTION

seconds until the “i-AWD LOCK” indicator

the driving mode changes to the “i-AWD

•

Never use the “i-AWD LOCK” mode

will come on.

AUTO” mode automatically. Even when

when driving on dry paved roads.

the vehicle speed reduces, on the other

Avoid using the

“i-AWD LOCK”

hand, the driving mode does not return

mode when driving on wet paved

to the

“i-AWD LOCK” mode automati-

roads as much as possible. Use of

cally. You should press the

“i-AWD

the “i-AWD LOCK” mode in above

LOCK” switch according to the driving

conditions will apply excessive

conditions.

force to the driving system and

•

Any forcible operation while driving off-

may cause a critical failure. Also,

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road in the sand or water or when a

the tires may wear faster and fuel

wheel has run off the road, the difference

From i-AWD LOCK to i-AWD AUTO

consumption may be affected

of the revolution between front wheels

Push the “i-AWD LOCK” switch, and the “i-

adversely.

and rear wheels increases (wheels run

AWD AUTO” indicator will come on.

•

Note that i-AWD vehicles are not

idle). If this state continues, the oil tem-

all-around vehicles. Be sure to

From i-AWD AUTO or LOCK to 2WD

perature of the driving system parts

observe following instructions

Push the “2WD” switch, and the “i-AWD

rises.

when driving your vehicle.

AUTO” or “i-AWD LOCK” indicator will turn

In such case, the “i-AWD AUTO” indica-

- Do not drive through water like

off.

tor light blinks and the driving mode

crossing a river.

changes to the 2WD mode to protect the

- Do not drive continuously where

NOTE:

driving system parts.

front wheels tend to race in

• The 2WD/i-AWD switch can be operated

When you operate your vehicle in the i-

places such as sand and mud.

when the vehicle is either stopped or

AWD mode continuously, park the vehi-

- When any wheel is in the air for

moving.

cle at a safe place and run the engine

such reason as running off the

• Make sure that the front wheels are in

idle. After some time, the “i-AWD AUTO”

road, do not race it needlessly.

the straight ahead position when operat-

indicator light turns on again and the

•

If the

“i-AWD AUTO” and the “i-

ing the 2WD/i-AWD switch.

driving mode returns to the

“i-AWD

AWD LOCK” indicator lights stay

• While making turns or accelerating and

AUTO” mode.

on and come on simultaneously

decelerating, operating the 2WD/i-AWD

when driving, there may be some-

switch or turning off the key switch in the

thing wrong the i-AWD system.

“i-AWD AUTO” or “i-AWD LOCK” mode

Have the system inspected by an

may cause a shock, but this is not a sys-

authorized SUZUKI dealer.

tem malfunction.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

Cruise Control (if equipped)

CAUTION

WARNING

Unevenly worn tires can cause prob-

To help avoid loss of vehicle control,

lems in the operation of the 2WD/i-

do not use the cruise control system

AWD switch. Be sure to rotate the

when driving in heavy traffic, on slip-

tires according to the maintenance

pery or winding roads, or on steep

schedule. Refer to “Tires” and “Main-

downgrades.

tenance Schedule” in the “INSPEC-

TION AND MAINTENANCE” section

for proper tire rotation procedures.

(1)

(4)

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(2)

(3)

The cruise control system allows you to

maintain a steady speed without keeping

your foot on the accelerator pedal. The

controls for operating the cruise control

system are on the steering wheel.

You can use the cruise control system with

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the following conditions:

(1) “CRUISE” switch

• For manual transaxle vehicle, the gear

(2) “CANCEL” switch

position is in 4th, 5th or 6th.

(3) “SET/COAST” switch

• For CVT vehicle, the gearshift lever is in

(4) “RES/ACC” switch

“D” position, or the gear position is in

3rd, 4th, 5th or 6th in the manual mode.

• The vehicle speed is about 25 mph (40

km/h) or higher.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

To Set Cruising Speed

“CRUISE” indicator light

To Change Speed Temporarily

1) Turn on the cruise control system by

When the cruising speed is maintained,

pushing the “CRUISE” switch (1). When

you can temporarily accelerate or deceler-

the “CRUISE” indicator light comes on,

ate.

you can set cruising speed.

To accelerate, depress the accelerator

2) Accelerate or decelerate to the desired

pedal. When you take your foot off the

speed.

pedal, your vehicle will return to the set

3) Push the “SET/COAST” switch (3) and

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speed.

turn on the “SET” indicator light. Take

your foot off the accelerator pedal and

When you push the “CRUISE” switch, the

To decelerate, depress the brake pedal.

the set speed will be maintained.

system is on and a “CRUISE” indicator

The set speed will be canceled and “SET”

light on the instrument cluster will be on.

indicator light will go off.

WARNING

To resume the previously set speed, push

“SET” indicator light

the “RES/ACC” switch (4) and turn on the

If the cruising speed is set by acci-

“SET” indicator light again when vehicle

dent, you cannot decelerate or could

speed is above 25 mph (40 km/h). The

loose control of the vehicle. This

vehicle will accelerate to and maintain the

could lead to an accident, resulting in

previously set speed.

severe injury or death.

Turn off the cruise control system

NOTE:

and make sure the “CRUISE” indica-

For CVT vehicle, when the cruising speed

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tor light is off when the system is not

is maintained, you cannot decelerate by

in use.

When the vehicle’s speed is controlled by

using the engine brake if you downshift

the cruise control system, a “SET” indica-

from higher gear to

3rd in the manual

tor light on the instrument cluster will be

mode.

on.

To decelerate while the cruise control is on,

depress the brake pedal or push the “SET/

COAST” switch (3).

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

To Change Cruising Speed

Cancellation of the Cruise Control

Braking

The “SET” indicator light will go off and the

Using the accelerator pedal

cruise control will be canceled temporarily

To reset at a faster cruising speed, acceler-

with following procedures:

ate to the desired speed using the acceler-

ator pedal and push the

“SET/COAST”

• Push the “CANCEL” switch (2).

switch (3). The new speed will be main-

• Depress the brake pedal.

tained.

• For manual transaxle, depress the clutch

pedal.

Using the brake pedal

• For CVT, downshift from 3rd to 2nd in the

To reset at a slower cruising speed, decel-

manual mode.

erate to the desired speed using the brake

• The vehicle speed falls more than about

pedal and push the “SET/COAST” switch

20 percent from the set speed.

(3). The new speed will be maintained.

• Any time the vehicle speed falls below

25 mph (40 km/h).

NOTE:

• When the vehicle skids and ESP^® (if

When the brake pedal is depressed, the

equipped) is activated.

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“SET” indicator light goes off until reset the

The distance needed to bring any vehicle

To resume the previously set speed, push

cruising speed.

the “RES/ACC” switch (4) and turn on the

to a halt increases with the speed of the

vehicle. The braking distance needed, for

“SET” indicator light. Besides, the vehicle

Using the cruise control switch

speed has to be above 25 mph (40 km/h)

example, at

60 km/h (37 mph) will be

To reset at a faster cruising speed, press

approximately

4 times greater than the

when the vehicle is not in the above condi-

repeatedly or hold in the

“RES/ACC”

tions.

braking distance needed at 30 km/h (19

switch

(4). Vehicle speed will steadily

mph). Start to brake the vehicle when there

increase. When you release the switch, the

To turn off the cruise control system, push

is plenty of distance between your vehicle

new speed will be maintained.

the “CRUISE” switch (1) and make sure

and the stopping point, and slow down

the “CRUISE” indicator light is off.

gradually.

To reset at a slower cruising speed, press

Also, if the malfunction indicator light in the

repeatedly or hold in the

“SET/COAST”

instrument cluster comes on or blinks, the

switch (3) until the vehicle has slowed to

cruise control system will be turned off.

the desired speed, then release the switch.

The new speed will be maintained.

NOTE:

If you turn off the cruise control system, the

NOTE:

previously set speed in the memory is

You can adjust the set speed by approxi-

cleared. Reset your cruising speed again.

mately 1.0 mph (1.6 km/h) by pushing a

cruise control switch quickly.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

WARNING

WARNING

•

On some types of loose surfaces

If the ABS warning light ((1) or (2)) on

(such as gravel, snow-covered

the instrument panel comes on and

roads, etc.), the stopping distance

stays on while driving, there may be a

(1)

(2)

required for an ABS-equipped vehi-

problem with the ABS system.

cle may be slightly greater than for

If this happens:

a comparable vehicle with a con-

1) Pull off the road and stop care-

ventional brake system. With a

fully.

conventional brake system, skid-

2) Turn the ignition switch to “LOCK”

ding tires are able to “plow” the

and then start the engine again.

gravel or snow layer, shortening

If the warning light comes on briefly

(3)

the stopping distance. ABS mini-

then turns off, the system is normal.

mizes this resistance effect. Allow

If the warning light still stays on,

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for extra stopping distance when

have the system inspected by your

(1) ABS warning light Type 1

driving on loose surfaces.

SUZUKI dealer immediately. If the

•

On regular paved roads, some driv-

(2) ABS warning light Type 2

ABS system becomes inoperative,

(3) Brake system warning light

ers may be able to obtain slightly

the brake system will function as an

shorter stopping distances with

ordinary brake system that has no

conventional brake systems than

ABS.

with ABS.

•

In both of the above conditions,

ABS will still offer the advantage of

helping you maintain directional

control. However, remember that

ABS will not compensate for bad

road or weather conditions or poor

driver judgment. Use good judg-

ment and do not drive faster than

conditions will safely allow.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

The ESP^® indicator lights are described

NOTE:

below:

When you disconnect and re-connect the

CAUTION

battery, ESP^® system functions other than

If the “ESP” warning light comes on,

SLIP Indicator Light

ABS will be deactivated and the slip indica-

or stays on while driving, there may

tor light will blink 1 time per second. In this

be a malfunction of the ESP^® sys-

case, use the following procedure to re-

tems (other than ABS). You should

activate the ESP^® systems:

have the systems inspected by an

1) Drive your vehicle straight ahead with-

authorized SUZUKI dealer.

out tire slippage at a speed until the slip

indicator is turned off. (Drive straight for

NOTE:

approximately

35 km/h (22 mph) or

more and 10 seconds or more.)

When the “ESP” warning light comes on,

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or stays on while driving, indicating a mal-

2) The slip indicator light will go out and

When one of the ESP^® systems other than

function of the ESP^® systems (other than

the ESP^® systems (other than ABS) will

ABS is activated, the SLIP indicator light in

ABS), the brake system will function as an

be re-activated.

the instrument cluster blinks 5 times per

ordinary ABS that has no additional ESP^®

It may take more than few seconds before

second.

functions.

the slip indicator light goes out depending

on the road surface condition.

CAUTION

“ESP OFF” Indicator Light

If the SLIP indicator light comes on

“ESP” Warning Light

and stays on while driving, there may

be a malfunction of the ESP^® sys-

tems (other than ABS). You should

have the systems inspected by an

authorized SUZUKI dealer.

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NOTE:

When the SLIP indicator light comes on

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You should turn the ESP^® on during your

and stays on while driving, indicating a

ordinary driving, so that you have the ben-

When the ESP^® systems (other than ABS)

malfunction of the ESP^® systems (other

have a system malfunction, the

“ESP”

efits of all of the ESP^® systems.

than ABS), the brake system will function

warning light in the instrument cluster

It may be required to turn the ESP^® sys-

as an ordinary ABS with no additional

comes on.

tems (other than ABS) off if your vehicle is

ESP^® functions.

stuck in sand, mud, or snow, where wheel

spin is necessary.

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