Suzuki SX4 (2010 year). Manual

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

“ESP OFF” switch

Tire Pressure Monitoring

Low Tire Pressure Warning Light

System (TPMS)

The tire pressure monitoring system is

designed to alert you when one or more of

the tires on your vehicle is significantly

under-inflated. A Tire Pressure Monitoring

System

(TPMS) sensor containing a

unique identification code is mounted on

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each wheel. The TPMS sensors transmit

tire pressure signals to a central receiver

which relays the information to a tire pres-

WARNING

sure monitoring system controller. When

Each tire, including the spare (if pro-

the inflation pressure of one or more tires

vided), should be checked monthly

indicates significant under-inflation, the low

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when cold and inflated to the inflation

tire pressure warning light shown below

pressure recommended by the vehi-

When the “ESP OFF” switch located at the

comes on.

cle manufacturer on the vehicle plac-

center console is pushed and held to turn

ard or tire inflation pressure label. (If

off the ESP^® systems (other than ABS),

your vehicle has tires of a different

the “ESP OFF” indicator light in the instru-

size than the size indicated on the

ment cluster comes on.

vehicle placard or tire inflation pres-

When you have turned the ESP^® systems

sure label, you should determine the

(other than ABS) off, make sure to turn

proper tire inflation pressure for

them back on before resuming ordinary

those tires.)

driving.

As an added safety feature, your

When you push the “ESP OFF” switch

vehicle has been equipped with a tire

again, the “ESP OFF” indicator light will go

pressure monitoring system (TPMS)

out and all of the ESP^® systems will be

that illuminates a low tire pressure

activated.

telltale when one or more of your

tires is significantly under-inflated.

ABS Warning Light / Brake System

Accordingly, when the low tire pres-

Warning Light

sure telltale illuminates, you should

See “Braking” in the “OPERATING YOUR

stop and check your tires as soon as

VEHICLE” section.

possible, and inflate them to the

proper pressure.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

WARNING

(Continued)

If the low tire pressure warning light

Driving on a significantly under-

does not come on when the ignition

comes on and stays on, reduce your

inflated tire causes the tire to over-

is turned to the

“ON” position, or

speed and avoid abrupt steering and

heat and can lead to tire failure.

comes on and blinks while driving

braking. Stop in a safe place as soon

Under-inflation also reduces fuel effi-

there may be a problem with the tire

as possible and check your tires.

ciency and tire tread life, and may

pressure monitoring system. Have

• If you have a flat tire, replace it with

affect the vehicle’s handling and

your vehicle inspected by an autho-

the spare tire. Refer to

“Jacking

stopping ability.

rized SUZUKI dealer. Even if the light

Instructions” in the “EMERGENCY

Please note that the TPMS is not a

turns off after blinking, indicating

SERVICE” section. Refer to

substitute for proper tire mainte-

that the monitoring system has

“Replacing Tires and/or Wheels”

nance, and it is the driver’s responsi-

recovered, make sure to have an

for instructions on how to restore

bility

to maintain correct tire

authorized SUZUKI dealer check the

normal operation of the tire pres-

pressure, even if under-inflation has

system.

sure monitoring system after you

not reached the level to trigger illumi-

have had a flat tire.

nation of the TPMS low tire pressure

• If one or more of your tires is

WARNING

telltale.

under-inflated adjust the inflation

pressure in all of your tires to the

The load rating of your tires is

reduced at lower inflation pressures.

recommended inflation pressure as

WARNING

soon as possible.

If your tires become even moderately

The tire pressure monitoring system

under-inflated, the vehicle load may

Be aware that driving on a signifi-

cantly under-inflated tire can cause

is not a substitute for regular tire

exceed the load rating of the tires,

pressure inspections. Check tire

which can lead to tire failure. The low

the tire to overheat and can lead to

tire failure, and may affect steering

inflation pressures monthly when

tire pressure warning light will not

cold and set to the recommended

alert you of this condition. The warn-

control and brake effectiveness. This

could lead to an accident, resulting in

inflation pressure as specified on the

ing light will only come on when one

vehicle’s tire information placard and

or more of your tires become signifi-

severe injury or death.

in the owner’s manual. Refer to

cantly under-inflated. Check and

“Tires” in the

“INSPECTION AND

adjust your tire inflation pressure at

MAINTENANCE” section.

least once a month. Refer to “Tires”

in the

“INSPECTION AND MAINTE-

NANCE” section.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

The low tire pressure warning light can

turns off after coming on, make sure to

TPMS Malfunction Indicator

come on due to normal causes such as

check the inflation pressure of all tires.

natural air leaks and pressure changes

•

To reduce the chance that the low tire

WARNING

caused by changes in temperature or

pressure warning light will come on due

Your vehicle has also been equipped

atmospheric pressure. Adjusting the air

to normal changes in temperature and

with a TPMS malfunction indicator to

pressure in the tires to the pressure shown

atmospheric pressure, it is important to

indicate when the system is not oper-

on the tire information placard should

check and adjust the tire pressures

ating properly.

cause the low tire pressure warning light to

when the tires are cold. Tires that

turn off.

appear to be at the specified pressure

when checked after driving, when the

If the light turns on again shortly after

WARNING

tires are warm, could have pressure

adjusting the pressure in your tires, you

below the specification when the tires

The TPMS malfunction indicator is

may have a flat tire. If you have a flat tire,

cool down. Also, tires that are inflated to

combined with the low tire pressure

replace it with the spare tire. Refer to

the specified pressure in a warm garage

telltale. When the system detects a

“Jacking Instructions” in the

“EMER-

may have pressure below the specifica-

malfunction, the telltale will flash for

GENCY SERVICE” section. Refer to

tion when the vehicle is driven outside in

approximately one minute and then

“Replacing Tires and/or Wheels” for

very cold temperature. If you adjust the

remain continuously illuminated.

instructions on how to restore normal oper-

tire pressure in a garage that is warmer

This sequence will continue upon

ation of the tire pressure monitoring sys-

than the outside temperature, you

subsequent vehicle start-ups as long

tem after you have had a flat tire.

should add 1 psi to the recommended

as the malfunction exists.

cold tire inflation pressure for every 10°F

NOTE:

difference between garage temperature

• When the tire inflation pressure is

and outside temperature.

adjusted in high altitude areas, the low

tire pressure light may not turn off even

For tire inflation pressure information, refer

after tire inflation pressure adjustment.

to “Tire Inflation Pressure” in the “INSPEC-

In this case, adjust the inflation pressure

TION AND MAINTENANCE” section.

to a slightly higher pressure than is

shown on the tire information placard.

• The low tire pressure warning light may

turn off temporarily after coming on. This

could be due to surface temperature

increases after long distance driving or

traveling to a high temperature area.

Even if the tire pressure warning light

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

When you turn off the engine, however, the

• When the TPMS sensor’s electronic sig-

malfunction indicator resets. It takes about

CAUTION

nal is disturbed in one of the following

ten minutes after restarting the engine for

ways:

• The tire pressure sensors can be

the malfunction to be detected again and

- Electric devices or facilities using simi-

damaged by the installation or

for the light to start flashing.

lar radio wave frequencies are nearby.

removal of tires. When tires must

- A lot of snow or ice covers the vehicle,

be repaired or replaced, we highly

WARNING

in particular, around the wheels or

recommend that you have them

wheel housings.

When the malfunction indicator is

repaired or replaced by an autho-

- Snow tires or tire chains are used.

illuminated, the system may not be

rized SUZUKI dealer.

• When you use non-genuine SUZUKI

able to detect or signal low tire pres-

• Do not use liquid sealants for a flat

wheels or tires.

sure as intended. TPMS malfunctions

tire as air pressure sensors can be

may occur for a variety of reasons,

damaged.

Replacing Tires and/or Wheels

including the installation of replace-

• If the low tire pressure warning

If you get a flat tire, Suzuki recommends

ment or alternate tires or wheels on

light comes on frequently, there

that you have an authorized SUZUKI

the vehicle that prevent the TPMS

may be something wrong with one

dealer mount a new tire on the wheel that

from functioning properly. Always

of the tires or with the monitoring

had the flat tire, and reinstall this tire on the

check the TPMS malfunction telltale

system. Have your vehicle

vehicle in place of the spare. The TPMS is

after replacing one or more tires or

inspected by an authorized SUZUKI

already set up to recognize the ID code of

wheels on your vehicle to ensure that

dealer.

the original wheel, and normal TPMS oper-

the replacement or alternate tires and

ation will be restored.

wheels allow the TPMS to continue to

TPMS Limitations

function properly.

The tire pressure monitoring system may

If you need to replace original wheels on

not function properly under certain circum-

your vehicle, your dealer must make sure

stances. In the following situations, the low

that TPMS sensors are installed in the new

tire pressure warning light may come on

wheels and must set up the TPMS to rec-

and remain on or may blink.

ognize the new sensors.

• When you replace a flat tire with the

spare tire.

NOTE:

• When you include the spare tire during a

A TPMS sensor is not installed in the spare

tire rotation.

tire. You should use the spare tire only in

• When the TPMS sensor is damaged dur-

an emergency situation, and should

ing a tire replacement or liquid sealants

replace the spare tire as soon as possible

are used to repair a flat tire.

to restore normal TPMS operation.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

WARNING

Only use tires and wheels recom-

mended by SUZUKI as standard or

optional equipment for your vehicle.

Use of tires or wheels not recom-

mended by SUZUKI can result in

TPMS failure. Refer to “Tires” in the

“INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE”

section for additional information.

For Vehicles Sold in U.S.A.

This device complies with Part 15 of the

FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two

conditions:

1) This device may not cause harmful

interference.

2) This device must accept any interfer-

ence received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE:

Changes or modifications not expressly

approved by the party responsible for com-

pliance could void the user’s authority to

operate the equipment.

Traveling to CANADA

Please note that service for the tire pres-

sure monitoring system may not be avail-

able in CANADA should there be any

problems or malfunctions in the system.

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Instrument Panel: 3, 8

DRIVING TIPS

Break-In

Catalytic Converter

CAUTION

The future performance and reliabil-

ity of the engine depends on the care

and restraint exercised during its

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early life. It is especially important to

observe the following precautions

during the initial 960 km (600 miles)

WARNING

of vehicle operation.

•

Wear Your Seat Belts at All Times.

•

After starting, do not race the

Even though air bags are equipped

engine. Warm it up gradually.

at the front seating positions, the

•

Avoid prolonged vehicle operation

driver and all passengers should

at a constant speed. Moving parts

be properly restrained at all times,

will break in better if you vary your

68KM085

using the seat belts provided. Refer

speed.

The purpose of the catalytic converter is to

to the

“Seat Belts and Child

•

Start off from a stop slowly. Avoid

Restraint Systems” section for

full throttle starts.

minimize the amount of harmful pollutants

in your vehicle’s exhaust. Use of leaded

instructions on proper use of the

•

Avoid hard stopping, especially

seat belts.

during the first 320 km (200 miles)

fuel in vehicles equipped with catalytic

converters is prohibited by federal law,

•

Never drive while under the influ-

of driving.

ence of alcohol or other drugs.

•

Do not drive slowly with the tran-

because lead deactivates the pollutant-

reducing components of the catalyst sys-

Alcohol and drugs can seriously

saxle in a high gear.

impair your ability to drive safely,

•

Drive the vehicle at moderate

tem.

greatly increasing the risk of injury

engine speeds.

The converter is designed to last the life of

to yourself and others. You should

the vehicle under normal usage and when

also avoid driving when you are

unleaded fuel is used. No special mainte-

tired, sick, irritated or under stress.

nance is required on the converter. How-

ever, it is very important to keep the engine

properly tuned. Engine misfiring, which

can result from an improperly tuned

engine, may cause overheating of the cat-

alyst. This may result in permanent heat

damage to the catalyst and other vehicle

components.

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Instrument Cluster: 8

DRIVING TIPS

Improving Fuel Economy

CAUTION

The following instructions will help you

To minimize the possibility of catalyst

improve fuel economy.

or other vehicle damage:

•

Maintain the engine in the proper

Avoid excessive idling

operating condition.

If you are to wait for more than a minute

•

In the event of an engine malfunc-

while you are parked, stop the engine and

tion, particularly one involving

start it again later. When warming up a

engine misfire or other apparent

cold engine, allow the engine to idle until

loss of performance, have the vehi-

the temperature gauge pointer comes up

cle serviced promptly.

to the

“C” position. In this position, the

•

Do not shut off the engine or inter-

engine is sufficiently warm for starting off.

rupt the ignition when the transaxle

is in gear and the vehicle is in

Avoid “jackrabbit” starts

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motion.

Fast starts away from lights or stop signs

•

Do not try to start the engine by

will consume fuel unnecessarily and

pushing or towing the vehicle or

WARNING

shorten engine life. Start off slowly.

coasting down a hill.

Be careful where you park and drive;

•

Do not idle the engine with any

Avoid unnecessary stops

the catalytic converter and other

spark plug wires disconnected or

Avoid unnecessary deceleration and stop-

exhaust components can get very

removed, such as during diagnos-

ping. Try to maintain a slow, steady speed

hot. As with any vehicle, do not park

tic testing.

whenever possible. Slowing down and then

or operate this vehicle in areas where

•

Do not idle the vehicle for pro-

accelerating again uses more fuel.

combustible materials such as dry

longed periods if idling seems

grass or leaves can come in contact

rough or there are other malfunc-

Keep a steady cruising speed

with a hot exhaust system.

tions.

Keep as constant a speed as road and traf-

•

Do not allow the fuel tank to get

fic conditions will permit.

near the empty level.

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Warning and Indicator Lights: 8

DRIVING TIPS

Highway Driving

Driving on Hills

EXAMPLE

When driving at highway speeds, pay

attention to the following:

•

Stopping

distance

progressively

increases with vehicle speed. Apply the

brakes far enough ahead of the stopping

point to allow for the extra stopping dis-

tance.

•

On rainy days, “Hydroplaning” can occur.

“Hydroplaning” is the loss of direct con-

tact between the road surface and the

vehicle’s tires due to a water film forming

between them. Steering or braking the

vehicle while “Hydroplaning” can be very

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difficult, and loss of control can occur.

Keep the air cleaner clean

Keep speed down when the road surface

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If the air cleaner is clogged with dust, there

is wet.

•

When climbing steep hills, the car may

will be greater intake resistance, resulting

•

At high speeds, the vehicle may be

begin to slow down and show a lack of

in decreased power output and increased

affected by side winds. Therefore,

power. If this happens, you should shift

fuel consumption.

reduce speed and be prepared for unex-

to a lower gear so that the engine will

pected buffeting, which can occur at the

again be operating in its normal power

Keep weight to a minimum

exits of tunnels, when passing by a cut of

range. Shift rapidly to prevent the car

The heavier the load, the more fuel the

a hill, or when being overtaken by large

from losing momentum.

vehicle consumes. Take out any luggage

vehicles, etc.

•

When driving down a hill, the engine

or cargo when it is not necessary.

should be used for braking by shifting to

next lower gear. (Do this with EITHER a

Keep tire pressure correct

CVT or manual transaxle.)

Underinflation of the tires can waste fuel

due to increased running resistance of the

tires. Keep your tires inflated to the correct

pressure shown on the label located below

the driver’s side door latch striker.

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Warning and Indicator Lights: 8

DRIVING TIPS

Driving on Slippery Roads

If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck

WARNING

If your vehicle gets stuck in snow, mud or

sand, follow the directions below:

Try not to hold the brake pedal down

1) Shift the transaxle back and forth

too long or too often while going

between a forward range (or first gear

down a steep or long hill. This could

for manual transaxle) and reverse. This

cause the brakes to overheat, result-

will create a rocking motion which may

ing in reduced braking efficiency.

give you enough momentum to free the

Failure to take this precaution could

vehicle. Press gently on the accelerator

result in loss of vehicle control.

to keep wheel spinning to a minimum

wheel rpm. Remove your foot from the

accelerator while shifting.

CAUTION

Do not race the engine. Excessive

When descending a down hill,

wheel spin will cause the tires to dig

NEVER turn the ignition key to the

deeper, making it more difficult to free

“OFF” position. Emission control

the vehicle.

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system and CVT (if equipped) dam-

2) If your vehicle remains stuck after a few

age may result.

Under wet road conditions you should

minutes of rocking, get another vehicle

drive at a lower speed than on dry roads

to pull your vehicle out.

due to possible slippage of tires during

braking. When driving on icy, snow-cov-

WARNING

ered, or muddy roads, reduce your speed

and avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt

Do not allow anyone to stand near the

braking, or sharp steering movements.

vehicle when you are rocking it, and

do not spin the wheels faster than an

indicated 40 km/h (25 mph) on the

intelligent All Wheel Drive (i-AWD)

speedometer. Personal injury and/or

Models

vehicle damage may result from spin-

Your i-AWD provides greater traction on

ning the wheels too fast.

slippery roads than 2-wheel drive models.

However, your i-AWD will not have as

much traction in deep snow, mud or sand

as multipurpose 4WD vehicles. You should

not attempt to drive your i-AWD in deep

snow, mud or sand. i-AWD models are not

sport/utility vehicles, and are not designed

for off-road use.

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Warning and Indicator Lights: 8

DRIVING TIPS

Do not drive through deep or rushing

CAUTION

water

Driving in deep or rushing water can be

Do not continue rocking the vehicle

hazardous. You could lose control of the

for more than a few minutes. Pro-

vehicle and the occupants could drown.

longed rocking can cause engine

Also, your vehicle could be seriously dam-

overheating, transaxle or transfer

aged. To avoid these risks, observe the fol-

case damage or tire damage.

lowing instructions and precautions.

Tire Chains

•

Do not drive through deep or rushing

water. Deep or rushing water, such as

Tire chains should only be used if they are

needed to increase traction or are required

fast-moving streams or floodwaters,

could carry your vehicle away from your

by law. Make sure that the chains you use

are small-link chains or cable-type chains

intended path. The water is too deep if it

covers your wheel hubs, axles or

and are the correct size for your vehicle’s

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tires. Also make sure that there is enough

exhaust tailpipe. Know the depth of the

water before you attempt to drive

clearance between the fenders and the

chains as installed on the tires.

through it.

•

If water blocks the tailpipe, the engine

Install the chains on the front tires tightly,

may not start or run. If the water is deep

according to the chain manufacturer’s

enough to get drawn into the engine

instructions. Retighten the chains after

intake system, the engine will be badly

driving about 1.0 km (1/2 mile) if neces-

damaged.

sary. With the chains installed, drive slowly.

•

Submerged brakes will have poor brak-

ing performance. Drive slowly and care-

CAUTION

fully. Driving slowly will also help avoid

water splashing onto the ignition system,

If you hear the chains hitting against

which could cause the engine to stall.

the vehicle body while driving, stop

•

Even when driving through shallow or

and tighten them.

still waters, drive carefully since the

If your vehicle is equipped with full

water may be hiding ground hazards

wheel caps, remove the wheel caps

such as holes, ditches or bumps.

before installing the chains or the

wheel caps can be damaged by the

chain bands.

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Warning and Indicator Lights: 8

DRIVING TIPS

WARNING

In addition to following the driving

(Continued)

tips in this section, it is important to

•

After driving through water, test the

observe the following precautions.

brakes while driving at a slow

• Make sure your tires are in good

speed to see if they have main-

condition and always maintain the

tained their normal effectiveness. If

specified tire pressure. Refer to

the brakes are less effective than

“Tires” in the “INSPECTION AND

normal, dry them by repeatedly

MAINTENANCE” section for

applying the brakes while driving

details.

slowly until the brakes have

• Do not use tires other than those

regained their normal effective-

specified by SUZUKI. Never use dif-

ness.

ferent sizes or types of tires on the

front and rear wheels. For informa-

tion regarding the specified tires,

refer to the Tire Information Label

located on the driver’s side door

pillar.

• Never use oversized tires or special

shocks and springs to raise (jack

up) your vehicle. This will change

its handling characteristics. Over-

sized tires may also rub against the

fender over bumps, causing vehicle

damage or tire failure.

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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT

Heating and Air Conditioning System

5-1

Radio Antenna

5-15

Audio Systems

5-15

Fuel Filler Cap

5-43

Engine Hood

5-44

Sun Visor

5-45

Interior Light Switch

5-45

Luggage Compartment Light (SX4)

5-46

Trunk Light (SX4 SEDAN)

5-46

Spot Light

5-47

Accessory Socket (if equipped)

5-47

Cigarette Lighter and Ashtray (if equipped)

5-47

Assist Grips (if equipped)

5-48

Glove Box

5-49

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Cup Holder and Storage Area (if equipped)

5-49

Front Seat Back Pocket (if equipped)

5-50

Armrest (if equipped)

5-51

Shopping Hook (if equipped)

5-51

Floor Mats (if equipped)

5-51

Luggage Compartment Cover (if equipped)

5-52

Luggage Compartment Board (if equipped)

5-53

Roof Rails or Roof Rack Anchors (if equipped)

5-55

Frame Hooks

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Pedals: 6

Gearshift Lever: 10

OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT

Side outlet

Heating System

Air flow selector (3)

Description of Controls

(c)

(4)

(b)

(d)

(a)

(e)

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(1)

(2)

(3)

This is used to select one of the functions

63J193

described below.

Temperature selector (1)

Ventilation (a)

This is used to select the temperature by

turning the selector.

Blower speed selector (2)

This is used to turn on the blower and to

select blower speed by turning the selec-

tor.

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63J045

Temperature-controlled air comes out of

the center and side air outlets.

When “Open”, air comes out regardless of

the air flow selector position.

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Gearshift Lever: 10

Fuel Filler Cap: 5

OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT

Bi-level (b)

Heat & defrost (d)

Air intake selector (4)

(f)

(g)

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79J068

63J047

Temperature-controlled air comes out of

This selector is used to select the following

the floor outlets and cooler air comes out

the floor outlets, the windshield defroster

modes.

of the center and side outlets. When the

outlets, the side defroster outlets and the

temperature selector

(1) is in the fully

side outlets.

Fresh Air (f)

COLD position or fully HOT position, how-

When this mode is selected, the indicator

Defrost (e)

ever, the air from the floor outlets and the

light will go off and outside air is used.

air from the center and side outlets will be

Recirculated Air (g)

the same temperature.

When this mode is selected, the indicator

Heat (c)

light will come on, outside air is shut out

and inside air is recirculated. This mode is

suitable when driving through dusty or pol-

luted air such as in a tunnel, or when

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attempting to quickly cool down the inte-

Temperature-controlled air comes out of

rior.

the windshield defroster outlets, the side

defroster outlets and the side outlets.

“FRESH AIR” and “RECIRCULATED AIR”

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are switched alternately each time the air

Temperature-controlled air comes out of

intake selector is pushed.

the floor outlets and the side outlets, also

comes out of the windshield defroster out-

NOTE:

lets and also comes slightly out of the side

If you select “RECIRCULATED AIR” for an

defroster outlets.

extended period of time, the air in the vehi-

cle can become contaminated. Therefore,

you should occasionally select

“FRESH

AIR”.

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Fuel Filler Cap: 5

Folding Rear Seats: 3

OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT

System Operating Instructions

perature position, and the blower speed

selector to the desired blower speed posi-

EXAMPLE

Natural ventilation

tion. Unless the temperature selector is in

Select “VENTILATION” and “FRESH AIR”,

the fully COLD position or fully HOT posi-

the temperature selector to the desired

tion, the air that comes out of the center

temperature position, and the blower

and side outlets will be cooler than the air

speed selector to “OFF”. Fresh air will flow

that comes out of the floor outlets.

through the vehicle during driving.

Defrosting/Feet warmed heating

Forced ventilation

Select “HEAT & DEFROST” and “FRESH

The control settings are the same as for

AIR”, the temperature selector to the

natural ventilation except you set the

desired temperature position, and the

blower speed selector to a position other

blower speed selector to HIGH. When the

than “OFF”.

windshield has become clear, set the

Normal heating (using outside air)

blower speed selector to the desired

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Select “HEAT” and “FRESH AIR”, the tem-

blower speed position.

NOTE:

perature selector to the desired tempera-

Defrosting

If you need maximum defrosting, adjust the

ture position and the blower speed selector

Select “DEFROST” and “FRESH AIR”, the

temperature selector to the HOT end and

to the desired blower speed position. Set-

temperature selector to the desired tem-

adjust the side outlets so the air blows on

ting the blower speed selector to a higher

perature position (higher temperature pro-

the side window, in addition to the above

blower speed position increases heating

vides more efficient defrosting), and the

Defrosting steps.

efficiency.

blower speed selector to HIGH. When the

Quick heating (using recirculated air)

windshield has become clear, set the

The control settings are the same as for

blower speed selector to the desired

normal heating except you select “RECIR-

blower speed position.

CULATED AIR”. If you use this heating

method for an extended period of time, the

air in the vehicle can become contami-

nated and the windows can become misty.

Therefore, use this method only for quick

heating and change to the normal heating

method as soon as possible.

Head cooled/Feet warmed heating

Select “BI-LEVEL” and “FRESH AIR”, the

temperature selector to the desired tem-

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Suzuki SX4 (2010 year). Manual - part 8