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IMPORTANT MODIFICATION
NOTE
WARNING/ CAUTION/NOTICE/
WARNING
Please read this manual and follow its
instructions carefully. To emphasize spe- WARNING
cial information, the symbol and the words
WARNING, CAUTION, NOTICE and Do not modify your vehicle. Modifica-
NOTE have special meanings. Pay particu- tion could adversely affect safety,
lar attention to messages highlighted by handling, performance, or durability
these signal words: and may violate governmental regula-
tions. In addition, damage or perfor-
mance problems resulting from
WARNING modification may not be covered
Indicates a potential hazard that 75F135
under warranty.
could result in death or serious
injury. The circle with a slash in this manual
means Dont do this or Dont let this hap-
NOTICE
pen. Improper installation of mobile com-
CAUTION munication equipment such as cellu-
lar telephones, CB (Citizens Band)
Indicates a potential hazard that radios or any other wireless transmit-
could result in minor or moderate ters may cause electronic interfer-
injury. ence with your vehicles ignition
system, resulting in vehicle perfor-
NOTICE mance problems. Consult your
authorised Maruti Suzuki workshop
Indicates a potential hazard that or qualified service technician for
could result in vehicle damage. advice.
NOTE: NOTICE
Indicates special information to make Severe damage may be caused by
maintenance easier or instructions clearer. the use of either poor quality fuel
and/or lubricants not recommended
by MARUTI SUZUKI.
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WARRANTY POLICY (4) Limitation:
This warranty shall not apply to:
Maruti Suzuki India Limited (hereinafter called Maruti Suzuki), (a) Normal maintenance service required other than the three
warrants that each new Maruti Suzuki vehicle distributed in India free services, including without limitation, oil and fluid
by Maruti Suzuki and sold by an authorised Maruti Suzuki dealer changes, headlight aiming, fastener retightening, wheel bal-
will be free, under normal use and service, from any defects in ancing, wheel alignment and tyre rotation, cleaning of injec-
material and workmanship at the time of manufacture SUBJECT tors, adjustments of clutch and valve clearance.
TO THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS: (b) The replacement of normal wear parts including without lim-
itation, bulbs, tyres and tubes, spark plugs, belts, hoses, fil-
(1) Qualification: ters, wiper blades, brushes, contact points, fuses, clutch
To qualify for this warranty the vehicle must be delivered by a disc, brake shoes, brake pads, cable and all rubber parts
Maruti Suzuki authorised dealer and set-up, and serviced by a (except oil seal and glass run).
Maruti Suzuki authorised dealer / service station. (c) Any vehicle which has been used for competition or racing.
(d) Any repairs or replacement required as a result of accidents
(2) Term: or collision.
The term of the warranty shall be twenty-four (24) months or (e) Any defects caused by misuse, negligence, abnormal use or
40,000 kilometers (whichever occurs first) from the date of insufficient care.
invoice to the first owner. (f) Any vehicle which has been modified or altered, including
without limitation, the installation of performance accesso-
(3) Maruti Suzuki Warranty Obligation: ries.
If any defect(s) should be found in a Maruti Suzuki vehicle within (g) Any vehicle on which parts or accessories not approved by
the term stipulated above, Maruti Suzukis only obligation is to Maruti Suzuki have been used.
repair or replace at its sole discretion any part shown to be defec- (h) Any vehicle which has not been operated in accordance with
tive, with a new part or the equivalent at no cost to the owner for the operating instructions in this Owners Manual and Ser-
parts or labour, when Maruti Suzuki acknowledges that such a vice Booklet.
defect is attributable to faulty material or workmanship at the time (i) Any vehicle which has not received, during the warranty term,
of manufacture. The owner is responsible for any repair or replace- the service inspections prescribed in this Owners Manual
ments which are not covered by this warranty. and Service Booklet.
(j) Any vehicle which has been assembled, disassembled,
adjusted or repaired by other than an Maruti Suzuki autho-
rised dealer/service station.
(k) Any vehicle which has been used for purposes other than
what it was designed for.
(l) Any damage or deterioration caused by industrial pollution
and bird droppings.
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(m) Insignificant defects which do not affect the function of the Make certain that the Maruti Suzuki authorised dealer/ser-
vehicle including without limitation, sound, vibration and fluid vice station performing the service inspection has certified
seep. the work on the Maintenance Service Record page in the
(n) Any natural wear and tear including without limitation, aging Owners Manual and Service Booklet and
etc. Present the Maruti Suzuki Owners Manual and Service
(o) Installation and usage of domestic LPG gas/LPG Cylinder.
(p) V-belts, hoses and gas leaks. Booklet to the authorised Maruti Suzuki dealer whenever
(q) Any vehicle retrofitted with LPG/CNG kits. requesting service inspections or warranty service.
If the Owners Manual and Service Booklet should be lost or
(5) Extent of Warranty: destroyed the owner should consult the authorised Maruti Suzuki
This warranty is the entire written warranty given by Maruti Suzuki dealer from whom the vehicle was purchased for instructions con-
for Maruti Suzuki vehicles and no dealer or its or his agent or cerning replacement of the Owners Manual and Service Book-
employee is authorised to extend or enlarge this warranty and no let.
dealer or its or his agent or employee is authorised to make any
oral warranty on Maruti Suzukis behalf. (8) Disclaimer of Consequential Damage:
Maruti Suzuki reserves the right to add any improvements or Maruti Suzuki assumes no responsibility for loss of vehicle, loss of
change the design of any model at any time with no obligation to time, inconvenience or any other indirect incidental or consequen-
make the same changes on units previously sold. tial damage resulting from the vehicle not being available to the
owner because of any defect covered by this warranty.
(6) Warranty Service:
To obtain warranty service, the complete vehicle must be pre- (9) Change of Owner
sented at the owners expenses to any authorised Maruti Suzuki Even if ownership of the vehicle changes, the remaining warranty
workshop. period is effective for the new owner.
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EMISSION WARRANTY POLICY 3. The method of examination for deciding the warranty of the
parts will be at the sole discretion of Maruti Suzuki and its
dealer and results of the examination will be final and binding.
Maruti Suzuki offers the Emission Warranty on all Maruti Suzuki If after examination, the warrantable condition is not estab-
vehicles (apart from the Regular Warranty and will run parallel to lished, Maruti Suzuki and its dealer has the right to charge all,
the regular product warranty) only in four metropolitan cities (New or part of the cost of such examination.
Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai and Chennai) with effect from July 1st,
2001. 4. Under Emission Warranty, the parts (as given in Annexure - A)
will be changed free of cost, but the consumables will be
Terms: charged as per actual.
The Emission Warranty will be applicable for 80,000 kms or 3 5. If the part covered under Emission Warranty or the associated
years (Whichever comes earlier) from the date of invoice to the parts, are not independently replaceable, on account of these
first owner. The remaining warranty terms will be valid in case of being integral parts of a complete assembly, Maruti Suzuki and
any change in ownership provided the production of all valid docu- its dealer will have the sole discretion to replace either the
ments. entire assembly or by using some of the parts of the system
through suitable repairs or modifications.
Conditions: 6. Any consequential repairs or replacement of parts which may
1. Under Emission Warranty, Warranty claims will be admitted for
be found necessary to establish compliance of Emission War-
a prima facie examination, in case vehicle fails to meet the
ranty, will not be considered under warranty, unless the same is
Emission Standard as specified in sub rule (2) of rule no. 115
under product warranty. The consumable will be charged as
of Central Motor Vehicles Rules (CMVR), 1989.
per actual under such repair or replacement.
2. The warranty claims will only be accepted after examination 7. Maruti Suzuki will not be responsible for the cost of transporta-
carried out by Maruti Suzuki or its dealer which leads to firm tion of the vehicle to the nearest Maruti Suzuki dealer work-
conclusions that the shop or any loss due to non-availability of the vehicle during
a) Original settings have not been tampered in any case. the period of lodging of a warranty claim and examination and/
b) Part (as given in Annexure - A) has a manufacturing defect. or repair by Maruti Suzuki dealer.
c) Vehicle is unable to meet the Emission Standards (as given
in 1.), inspite of the vehicle having been maintained and 8. Maruti Suzuki will not be responsible for any penalty that may
used in accordance with the instructions as specified in be charged by statutory authorities on account of failure to
Owners Manual and Service Booklet and the used fuel and comply with the EMISSION STANDARDS.
different oils (Engine oil, Transmission oil, Brake oil etc.) are 9. Emission Warranty will not be affected on the change of owner,
also as per specification. provided all the documents are available.
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10.All maintenance actions (as specified in the Owners Manual Annexure - A
and Service Booklet) need to be followed and recorded in the List of parts covered under Emission Warranty
manual for emission warranty.
1. Fuel Injection Assembly, Pressure Regulator, Throttle Body
11.The customer needs to produce the PUC (Pollution Under Assembly
Control) certificate valid for the period preceding the test during 2. Electronic Control Module (ECM).
which the failure is discovered. The receipts (for the mainte- 3. Intake Manifold.
nance of the vehicle as per specification in Owners Manual
and Service Booklet from the date of original purchase of the 4. EGR valve.
vehicle) will also be required. 5. Ignition Coil.
6. Canister Assembly.
Conditions under which the Emission Warranty is not 7. Vapour Liquid Seperator.
APPLICABLE 8. Fuel Tank and Filler Cap.
1. In the absence of valid PUC certificate. 9. PCV (Positive Crankcase Ventilation) Valve.
2. Vehicle not serviced from Maruti Suzuki authorised workshop 10. Oil Filler Cap.
as per the schedule specified in this Owners Manual and Ser- 11. Catalytic Convertor.
vice Booklet. 12. Exhaust Manifold.
3. Vehicle subjected to abnormal use (accident, motor race, ral- 13. All Fuel Injection System related SENSORS.
lies or for the purpose of establishing the records etc). 14. High Pressure Fuel Pump.
4. Use of non MGP (Maruti Genuine Part). 15. Glow Plug.
5. Vehicle that has been tampered with. 16. Glow Plug Controller.
6. Tampering with odometer so that the actual kilometer reading
can not be determined.
7. Use of adulterated fuel and/or unspecified oils (Engine oil,
Transmission oil and Brake oil etc).
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TABLE OF CONTENTS FUEL RECOMMENDATION 1
BEFORE DRIVING 2
DRIVING TIPS 4
EMERGENCY SERVICE 8
APPEARANCE CARE 9
GENERAL INFORMATION 10
SPECIFICATIONS 11
SERVICE NETWORK 12
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FUEL RECOMMENDATION
FUEL RECOMMENDATION 1
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FUEL RECOMMENDATION
Fuel Recommendation
You must use unleaded gasoline with an NOTICE
octane number (RON) of 91 or higher. The fuel tank has an air space to
allow for fuel expansion in hot
Gasoline/Ethanol blends weather. If you continue to add fuel
Blends of unleaded gasoline and ethanol after the filler nozzle has automati-
(grain alcohol), also known as gasohol, are cally shut off or an initial blowback
commercially available in some areas. occurs, the air chamber will become
Blends of this type may be used in your full. Exposure to heat when fully
vehicle if they are no more than 10% etha- fuelled in this manner will result in
nol. Make sure this gasoline-ethanol blend leakage due to fuel expansion. To
has octane ratings no lower than those prevent such fuel leakage, stop filling
recommended for gasoline. after the filler nozzle has automati-
cally shut off, or when using an alter-
Gasoline/Methanol blends native non-automatic system, initial
Blends of unleaded gasoline and methanol vent blowback occurs.
(wood alcohol) are also commercially avail-
able in some areas. DO NOT USE fuels
containing more than 5% methanol under NOTICE
any circumstances. Fuel system damage Be careful not to spill fuel containing
or vehicle performance problems resulting alcohol while refueling. If fuel is
from the use of such fuels are not the spilled on the vehicle body, wipe it up
responsibility of MARUTI SUZUKI and may immediately. Fuels containing alco-
not be covered under the New Vehicle hol can cause paint damage, which is
Warranty. Fuels containing 5% or less not covered under the New Vehicle
methanol may be suitable for use in your Warranty.
vehicle if they contain cosolvents and cor-
rosion inhibitors.
NOTE:
If you are not satisfied with the driveability
or fuel economy of your vehicle when you
are using a gasoline/alcohol blend, you
should switch back to unleaded gasoline
containing no alcohol.
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BEFORE DRIVING
Keys ...................................................................................... 2-1
Ignition Key Reminder (if equipped) ................................. 2-2 2
Door Locks .......................................................................... 2-2
Keyless Entry System (if equipped) .................................. 2-5
Windows .............................................................................. 2-10
Mirrors .................................................................................. 2-11
Front Seats .......................................................................... 2-12
Rear Seats ............................................................................ 2-13
Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems ........................... 2-14
Supplemental Restraint System
(air bags) (if equipped) ....................................................... 2-22
Instrument Cluster .............................................................. 2-28
Warning and Indicator Lights ............................................ 2-30
Speedometer ....................................................................... 2-34
Fuel Gauge ........................................................................... 2-35
Information Display ............................................................. 2-36
Lighting Control Lever ........................................................ 2-38
Headlight Leveling Switch .................................................. 2-40
Turn Signal Control Lever .................................................. 2-40
Hazard Warning Switch ...................................................... 2-41
Windshield Wiper and Washer Lever ................................ 2-41
Horn ...................................................................................... 2-43
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Ignition Key Reminder Door Locks Side Door Locks (if equipped)
(if equipped)
A buzzer sounds intermittently to remind LOCK
UNLOCK
you to remove the ignition key if it is in the
ignition switch when the drivers door is
opened. LOCK UNLOCK
Front Rear
Front
Rear
60B008
60B008
To lock a drivers door from outside the To lock a drivers door from outside the
vehicle: vehicle:
Insert the key and turn the top of the key Insert the key and turn the top of the key
toward the rear of the vehicle, or toward the rear of the vehicle, or
Push the lock knob downward, then pull
Push the lock knob downward, then pull and hold the door handle as you close
and hold the door handle as you close the door.
the door.
To unlock a drivers door from outside the
To unlock a drivers door from outside the vehicle, insert the key and turn the top of
vehicle, insert the key and turn the top of the key toward the front of the vehicle.
the key toward the front of the vehicle.
To lock a front passengers door from out-
side the vehicle, push the lock knob down,
then pull and hold the door handle as you
close the door.
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To lock a rear door from outside the vehi- Central Door Locking System
cle, push the lock knob down and close the (if equipped)
door. You do not need to pull and hold the
door handle as you close the door. Drivers door
EXAMPLE
EXAMPLE
LOCK
UNLOCK
UNLOCK
Rear
EXAMPLE
LOCK 53M-04-006
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EXAMPLE
53M-04-007
EXAMPLE 53M-04-009
53M-04-008
(1) LOCK You can also unlatch the tailgate by pulling
(2) UNLOCK To open the tailgate, insert the key and the release lever (if equipped) located on
turn it clockwise to unlatch and lift the tail- the outboard side of the drivers seat.
Each of the rear doors is equipped with a gate.
child-proof lock which can be used to help
prevent unwanted opening of the door from WARNING
NOTICE
inside the vehicle. When the lock lever is in Always make sure that the tailgate is
the LOCK position (1), the rear door can Do not use the key to lift up the tail- closed and latched securely. Com-
only be opened from outside. When the gate, or the key may break off in the pletely closing the tailgate helps pre-
lock lever is in the UNLOCK position (2), lock. vent occupants from being thrown
the rear door can be opened from inside or from the vehicle in the event of an
outside. accident. Completely closing it also
helps keep exhaust gases from enter-
WARNING ing the vehicle.
Be sure to place the child-proof lock
in the LOCK position whenever
children are seated in the rear.
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Keyless Entry System (if If you lose any of the transmitters (keys), GENERAL FEATURES
contact your MARUTI SUZUKI autho-
equipped) rised dealer as soon as possible for Illuminated Entry
erasing the transmitter ID from vehicle When vehicle is unlocked, the room lamp
EXAMPLE controller memory. In case you need a will turn ON to facilitate illuminated entry
new transmitter, place an order with your into the vehicle. The room lamp will turn
dealer. OFF when the door is closed.
Key cylinder mentioned in this section is
the key hole mounted on steering col- Illuminated Exit
umn, where key is inserted to start the When door is opened to exit the vehicle,
53M-04-010 vehicle. the room lamp will turn ON and will turn
OFF when the door is closed.
Keyless Entry
You can lock / unlock all doors simultane- NOTICE Auto Relock
In case of accidental Unlock/Disarm of
ously by operating the transmitter near the The transmitter is a sensitive elec-
vehicle by Key, vehicle will automatically
vehicle. tronic instrument. To avoid damaging
Lock within 30 sec. without any indication.
To lock all doors, press LOCK button the transmitter:
Auto relock cycle gets canceled if user
once. All indicator lights will flash once Do not expose it to impacts, mois-
does any of the following operation within
when doors are locked. ture, dust or high temperature such
30 sec:
To unlock all doors, press UNLOCK as leaving it on the dashboard
1. Open any door.
button once. All indicator lights will flash under direct sunlight.
2. Insert key in cylinder.
twice when doors are unlocked. Do not tamper with internal parts.
3. Any door is locked/unlocked by door
NOTE: Keep the transmitter away from
knob.
The operating distance of the keyless magnetic objects such as a televi-
entry system transmitter is about 20 sion. Radio Frequency Lock Out
meters, but this may vary depending on Key Lock/Unlock/Panic will cease to func-
the condition of transmitters battery and tion when Key is inside Key cylinder.
surroundings especially near other
transmitting devices such as radio tow-
ers.
The door locks cannot be operated with
the transmitter if the ignition key is
inserted in the key cylinder or if any door
is open.
Be sure to close the doors and windows
before locking.
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Transmitter battery
EXAMPLE
Replacement of the Battery
EXAMPLE
53M-04-014 53M-04-015
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TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOMS PROBABLE CAUSES REMEDIES
Transmitter function (Unlock/Lock/Car 1) Battery of the transmitter is weak. 1) Check the battery.
Locator) not working 2) Transmitter is exposed to water or it is 2) Dry the transmitter and check it.
wet. 3) Check and replace the D/L or Dome
3) D/L or Dome fuse for controller is blown fuse.
in the vehicle. 4) Check if all doors are properly closed
4) In case if any door is open or door sen- and door switch functioning is O.K.
sor is shorted with the body ground,
remote will not activate the central lock-
ing.
Operation distance of the transmitter is 1) Battery of the transmitter is weak. 1) Check the battery.
less than 20m but still transmitter (Unlock/ 2) Strong RF interference. (e.g. Radio 2) Drive the vehicle away from the particu-
Lock/Car Locator) is not working Towers, High Voltage Transmission line lar spot and re-test the control distance.
near by)
It is difficult to activate or deactivate the 1) The strong interference caused by 1) The interference is temporary and only
system in certain area using the excessive RF activity in a particular while the vehicle is in that area.
transmitter. area
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81A009
53M-04-016
To open a window, push the top part of the
switch and to close the window, lift up the
Raise or lower the door windows by turning top part of the switch.
the handle located on the door panel.
53M-04-017
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Mirrors Type 1
WARNING
Inside Rearview Mirror EXAMPLE
To avoid injuring an occupant by
window entrapment, be sure no EXAMPLE
part of the occupants body such as
hands or head is in the path of the
electric windows when closing
them.
Always remove the ignition key
when leaving the vehicle even if
only for a short time. Also do not 53M-04-019
53M-04-020
leave children alone in a parked You can adjust the inside rearview mirror
vehicle. Unattended children could Type 2
by hand so as to see the rear of your vehi-
use the electric window switches cle in the mirror. EXAMPLE
and get trapped by the window.
Outside Rearview Mirrors
NOTE:
Adjust the outside rearview mirrors so you
If you drive with one of the rear windows
can just see the side of your vehicle in the
open, you may hear a loud sound caused
mirrors.
by air vibration. To reduce the sound, open
the drivers or front passengers window, or
narrow the rear window opening. WARNING
Be careful when judging the size or
53M-04-021
distance of a vehicle or other object
seen in the side convex mirror. Be You can adjust the outside rearview mir-
aware that objects look smaller and rors by hand with the knob (1) located on
appear farther away than when seen the drivers or front passengers door panel
in a flat mirror. (if equipped).
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Front Seats Adjusting Seat Position adjustment lever and slide the seat forward
or rearward.
Seat Adjustment Type 1 After adjustment, try to move the seat for-
ward and rearward to ensure that it is
WARNING securely latched.
Never attempt to adjust the drivers Adjusting Seatbacks
seat or seatback while driving. The
seat or seatback could move unex- WARNING
pectedly, causing loss of control.
Make sure that the drivers seat and All seatbacks should always be in an
seatback are properly adjusted upright position when driving, or seat
before you start driving. belt effectiveness may be reduced.
Seat belts are designed to offer maxi-
mum protection when seatbacks are
WARNING in the upright position.
EXAMPLE
To avoid excessive seat belt slack, 53M-04-022
which reduces the effectiveness of Type 2 EXAMPLE
the seat belts as a safety device,
make sure that the seats are adjusted
before the seat belts are fastened.
53MH0209
EXAMPLE
53M-04-023
To adjust the seatback angle of front seats,
pull up the lever on the outboard side of
The adjustment lever for each front seat is the seat, move the seatback to the desired
located under the front of the seat. To position, and release the lever to lock the
adjust the seat position, pull up on the seatback in place.
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Rear Seats
EXAMPLE WARNING
Folding Rear Seat If you need to carry cargo in the pas-
The rear seat of your vehicle can be folded senger compartment with the rear
forward to provide additional cargo space. seat back folded forward, be sure to
To fold the rear seat forward: secure the cargo or it may be thrown
about, causing injury. Never pile
cargo higher than the seatback.
WARNING
53MH0212
When returning the rear seatback to
2) Pull up the release lock knobs on the the normal position, make sure that
top of the seat, and fold the seatback there is nothing around the striker.
forward. Any foreign materials prevent the
seatback from being locked securely.
EXAMPLE NOTICE
53MH0211 After folding the rear seatback for- CAUTION
ward, do not allow any foreign mate-
1) Hook the webbing of the outboard lap- When returning the rear seatback to
rial to enter the lock opening. This
shoulder belts in the belt hangers. the normal position, be careful that
may cause damage to the inside of
the lock and prevent the seatback your finger is not caught between the
NOTICE from being locked securely. lock and the striker.
When you move a seatback, make
sure the belt webbing is hooked in
the seat belt hangers so the seat
belts are not caught by the seat-
back, seat hinge, or seat latch. This
helps prevent damage to the belt
system.
Make sure the belt webbing is not
twisted.
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as low as possible
across the hips
Above the pelvis Across the pelvis
WARNING
WARNING WARNING
(Continued)
Never allow persons to ride in the (Continued) Pregnant women should use seat
cargo area of a vehicle. In the event Seat belts should never be worn belts, although specific recommen-
of an accident, there is a much with the straps twisted and should dations about driving should be
greater risk of injury for persons be adjusted as tightly as is com- made by the womans medical advi-
who are not riding in a seat with fortable to provide the protection sor. Remember that the lap portion
their seat belt securely fastened. for which they have been designed. of the belt should be worn as low
Seat belts should always be A slack belt will provide less pro- as possible across the hips, as
adjusted as follows: tection than one which is snug. shown in the diagram.
the lap portion of the belt should Make sure that each seat belt Do not wear your seat belt over
be worn low across the pelvis, buckle is inserted into the proper hard or breakable objects in your
not across the waist. buckle catch. It is possible to cross pockets or on your clothing. If an
the shoulder straps should be the buckles in the rear seat. accident occurs, objects such as
worn on the outside shoulder (Continued) glasses, pens, etc. under the seat
only, and never under the arm. belt can cause injury.
the shoulder straps should be (Continued)
away from your face and neck,
but not falling off your shoulder.
(Continued)
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Lap-Shoulder Belt
WARNING WARNING Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)
(if equipped)
(Continued) (Continued) The seat belt has an emergency locking
Never use the same seat belt on For children, if the shoulder belt retractor (ELR), which is designed to lock
more than one occupant and never irritates the neck or face, move the the seat belt only during a sudden stop or
attach a seat belt over an infant or child closer to the center of the impact. It also may lock if you pull the belt
child being held on an occupants vehicle. across your body very quickly. If this hap-
lap. Such seat belt use could cause Avoid contamination of seat belt pens, let the belt go back to unlock it, then
serious injury in the event of an webbing by polishes, oils, chemi- pull the belt across your body more slowly.
accident. cals, and particularly battery acid.
Periodically inspect seat belt Cleaning may safely be carried out Safety reminder
assemblies for excessive wear and using mild soap and water.
damage. Seat belts should be Do not insert any items such as Sit up straight and
replaced if webbing becomes coins, clips, etc. into the seat belt fully back
frayed, contaminated, or damaged buckles, and be careful not to spill
in any way. It is essential to replace liquids into these parts. If foreign
the entire seat belt assembly after it materials get into a seat belt
Low on hips
has been worn in a severe impact, buckle, the seat belt may not work
even if damage to the assembly is properly.
not obvious. All seatbacks should always be in
Children age 12 and under should an upright position when driving,
ride properly restrained in the rear or seat belt effectiveness may be
seat. reduced. Seat belts are designed to
Infants and small children should offer maximum protection when
never be transported unless they seatbacks are in the upright posi- EXAMPLE
are properly restrained. Restraint tion. 60A038
systems for infants and small chil-
dren can be purchased locally and
should be used. Make sure that the
system you purchase meets appli-
cable safety standards. Read and
follow all the directions provided
by the manufacturer.
(Continued)
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EXAMPLE
60A040 60A039
To reduce the risk of sliding under the belt To unfasten the seat belt, push the button
during a collision, position the lap portion on the buckle and retract the belt slowly
of the belt across your lap as low on your 60A036 while attaching a hand to the belt or/and
hips as possible and adjust it to a snug fit the latch plate.
by pulling the shoulder portion of the belt To fasten the seat belt, sit up straight and
well back in the seat, pull the latch plate
upward through the latch plate. The length
attached to the seat belt across your body
Rear Center Seat Belt
of the diagonal shoulder strap adjusts itself
to allow freedom of movement. and press it straight into the buckle until Rear center seat belt is the lap belt.
you hear a click. To fasten the belt, pull the latch plate
attached to the seat belt across your hips
and press it straight into the buckle until
you hear a click. To reduce the risk of
sliding under the belt during a collision,
position the belt across your lap as low on
your hips as possible and adjust it to a
snug fit.
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the belt. The latch plate should then be Seat Belt Hanger
TO TIGHTEN refitted into the buckle and the belt tight-
ened as previously described.
To unfasten the belt, press the release but-
ton on the buckle catch.
Low on hips
EXAMPLE
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EXAMPLE
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To tighten the belt, pull the free end of the
belt across alongside the lap strap.
EXAMPLE NOTICE
TO LOOSEN 80JS031 When you move a seatback, make
NOTE: sure the webbing is hooked in the
To identify the center seat belt buckle and seat belt hangers so the seat belts
latch plate in the rear seat, CENTER is are not caught by the seatback,
marked on the buckle and latch plate of the seat hinge, or seat latch. This helps
center lap belt. The buckles are designed prevent damage to the belt system.
so a latch plate cannot be inserted into the Make sure the belt webbing is not
wrong buckle. twisted.
Right angle
EXAMPLE
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Periodically inspect the seat belts to make Infant restraint Booster seat
sure they work properly and are not dam-
aged. Check the webbing, buckles, latch EXAMPLE EXAMPLE
plates, retractors, anchorages, and guide
loops. Replace any seat belts which do not
work properly or are damaged.
WARNING
Be sure to inspect all seat belt
assemblies after any collision. Any
seat belt assembly which was in use
during a collision (other than a very
minor one) should be replaced, even
if damage to the assembly is not 53M-04-044
53M-04-042
obvious. Any seat belt assembly
which was not in use during a colli-
sion should be replaced if it does not
function properly, it is damaged in
any way.
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EXAMPLE WARNING
This section of the owners manual (1) (5)
describes the protection provided by (4)
your MARUTI SUZUKI SUPPLEMEN-
TAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (air bag). (3)
Please read and follow ALL these
instructions carefully to minimize EXAMPLE
your risk of severe injury or death in 53MM02013
the event of a collision.
Your vehicle is equipped with a Supple-
mental Restraint System consisting of the
following components in addition to a lap-
53M-04-048 shoulder belt at each front seating position.
Install your child restraint system accord- 1) Drivers front air bag module (if
ing to the instructions provided by the child equipped)
restraint system manufacturer. 2) Front passengers front air bag module
(if equipped)
Make sure that the seat belt is securely 3) Seat belt pretensioners (if equipped)
latched. 4) Air bag controller (if equipped) 53M-04-050
Try to move the child restraint system in all 5) Forward crash sensor (if equipped) If the AIR BAG light on the instrument
directions to make sure it is securely cluster does not blink or come on when the
installed. ignition switch is first turned to the ON
position, or the AIR BAG light stays on, or
comes on while driving, the air bag system
may not work properly. Have the air bag
system inspected by an authorized MAR-
UTI SUZUKI dealer as soon as possible.
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53M-04-057 53M-04-060
Falling into a deep hole or ditch Collision from the side Approximately 50 km/h (30 mph) or
lower speed frontal collision to a stopped
vehicle
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EXAMPLE
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Air bag symbol (if equipped) meaning vated. The air bag will neither hinder your
WARNING view nor make it harder to exit the vehicle.
EXAMPLE If the AIR BAG light in the instrument Air bags must inflate quickly and forcefully
cluster ever comes on and stays on, in order to reduce the chance of serious or
it means that something may be fatal injuries. However, an unavoidable
wrong with the air bag system. If this consequence of the quick inflation is that
ever happens, have the vehicle ser- the air bag may irritate bare skin, such as
viced immediately, because the air the facial area. Also, upon inflation, a loud
bags may not offer the protection for noise will occur and some powder and
which they were designed. smoke will be released. These conditions
are not harmful and do not indicate a fire in
Please refer to the Seat Belts and Child the vehicle. Be aware, however, that some
Restraint Systems section in this section air bag components may be hot for a while
for details on securing your child. after inflation.
Door Lock Canceller System A seat belt helps keep you in the proper
(if equipped) position for maximum protection when an
If SRS Airbag system is activated all doors air bag inflates. Adjust your seat as far
are unlocked automatically. back as possible while still maintaining
57L20203 control of the vehicle. Sit fully back in your
You may find this label on the sun visor. NOTE: seat; sit up straight; do not lean over the
In case door lock wiring and/or motor are steering wheel. Please refer to the Front
damaged, doors may not unlock automati- Seat section and the Seat Belts and
WARNING cally. Child Restraint Systems section in this
Do not use a restraint on a seat pro- section for details on proper seat and seat
How the system works
tected by an airbag in front of it. belt adjustments.
In a frontal collision, the crash sensors will
detect rapid deceleration, and if the con-
troller judges that the deceleration rep-
resents a severe frontal crash, the
controller will trigger the inflators. The infla-
tors inflate the air bags with nitrogen or
argon gas. The inflated air bags provide a
cushion for your head and upper body. The
air bag inflates and deflates so quickly that
you may not even realize that it has acti-
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enough to trigger the air bags to inflate. If tended air bag deployment or could render
EXAMPLE your vehicle sustains ANY front-end dam- the air bag inoperative. Either of these two
age, have the air bag system inspected by conditions may result in severe injury.
an MARUTI SUZUKI authorized dealer to To prevent damage or unintended inflation
ensure it is in proper working order. of the air bag system, be sure the battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a diagnostic is disconnected and the ignition switch has
module which records information about been in the LOCK position for at least 90
the air bag system if the air bags deploy in seconds before performing any electrical
a crash. The module records information service work on your MARUTI SUZUKI. Do
about overall system status, which sensors not touch air bag system components or
activated the deployment, and for a certain wires. The wires are wrapped with yellow
vehicle only, whether the drivers seat belt tape or yellow tubing, and the couplers are
was in use. yellow for easy identification.
Scrapping a vehicle that has an uninflated
53M-04-068
Servicing the air bag system air bag can be hazardous. Ask your dealer,
If the air bags inflate, have the air bags and body repair shop or scrap yard for help
related components replaced by an autho- with disposal.
WARNING rized MARUTI SUZUKI dealer as soon as
The driver should not lean over the possible.
steering wheel. In these situations, If your vehicle ever gets in deep water and
the out-of-position occupant would the drivers floor is submerged, the air bag
be too close to an inflating air bag, controller could be damaged. If it does,
and may suffer severe injury. have the air bag system inspected by the
Do not attach any objects to, or MARUTI SUZUKI dealer as soon as possi-
place any objects over, the steering ble.
wheel. Do not place any objects Special procedures are required for servic-
between the air bag and the driver. ing or replacing an air bag. For that reason,
These objects may interfere with air only an authorized MARUTI SUZUKI
bag operation or may be propelled dealer should be allowed to service or
by the air bag in the event of a replace your air bags. Please remind any-
crash. Either of these conditions one who services your MARUTI SUZUKI
may cause severe injury. that it has air bag.
Service on or around air bag components
Note that even though your vehicle may be or wiring must be performed only by an
moderately damaged in a frontal collision, MARUTI SUZUKI authorized dealer.
the collision may not have been severe Improper service could result in unin-
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Type 2
(1)
EXAMPLE
(5)
(5)
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with tachometer
EXAMPLE (6) (1)
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Warning and Indicator Lights mean that there is something wrong with
the vehicles brake system. If this happens, WARNING
Brake System Warning Light you should:
If any of the following conditions
1) Pull off the road and stop carefully. occur, you should immediately ask
your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer to
WARNING inspect the brake system.
If the brake system warning light
Remember that stopping distance does not go out after the engine
may be longer, you may have to push has been started and the parking
harder on the pedal, and the pedal brake has been fully released.
53M-04-072
may go down farther than normal. If the brake system warning light
Three different types of operations exist does not come on when the igni-
2) Test the brakes by carefully starting and tion switch is turned to the ON
depending on the vehicles specification. stopping at the side of the road. position.
1) The light comes on briefly when the If you determine that it is safe, drive If the brake system warning light
ignition switch is turned to the ON carefully at low speed to the nearest comes on at any time during vehi-
position. dealer for repairs, or cle operation.
2) The light comes on when the parking Have the vehicle towed to the nearest
brake is engaged with the ignition dealer for repairs.
NOTE:
switch in the ON position. Because the disc brake system is self-
3) The light comes on when under either adjusting, the fluid level will drop as the
or both of above two conditions. brake pads become worn. Replenishing
The light also comes on when the fluid in the brake fluid reservoir is considered nor-
the brake fluid reservoir falls below the mal periodic maintenance.
specified level.
The light should go out after starting the Seat Belt Warning Light
engine and fully releasing the parking (if equipped)
brake, if the fluid level in the brake fluid res-
ervoir is adequate.
The light also comes on together with the
ABS warning light when the rear brake
force control function (proportioning valve
function) of the ABS system fails.
If the brake system warning light comes on
while you are driving the vehicle, it may 53M-04-073
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Electric Power Steering Light light will come on and remain on if there is Charging Light
(if equipped) insufficient oil pressure. If the light comes
on when driving, pull off the road as soon
as you can and stop the engine.
Check the oil level and add oil if necessary.
If there is enough oil, the lubrication sys-
tem should be inspected by your MARUTI
SUZUKI dealer before you drive the vehi-
cle again. 53M-04-079
53M-04-077
NOTICE This light comes on when the ignition
This light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, and
switch is turned to the ON position, and If you operate the engine with this goes out when the engine is started. The
goes out when the engine is started. light on, severe engine damage can light will come on and remain on if there is
If this light comes on while driving, the result. something wrong with the battery charging
power steering system may not work prop- Do not rely on the Oil Pressure system. If the light comes on when the
erly. Have the system inspected by your Light to indicate the need to add engine is running, the charging system
MARUTI SUZUKI dealer. oil. Be sure to periodically check should be inspected immediately by your
the engine oil level. MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.
NOTE:
If the power steering system does not work
properly, you will feel heavier to steer but
High Engine Coolant Temperature
you still will be able to steer. Warning Light
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the light stays on without blinking, then the Door Lock Canceller Indicator Light There are three indications:
engine is overheating. Follow the instruc- (if equipped)
tions in the If the Engine Overheats of Upshift Indicator
EMERGENCY SERVICE section.
This symbol indicates that lower gear posi-
NOTICE tion is selected for vehicles current speed
and / or engine revolution. Changing to
Continuing to drive the vehicle when higher gear position is recommended.
engine overheating is indicated can
result in severe engine damage. Stay Indicator
53M-04-082
Immobilizer System Light This indicator light will come on and keep This symbol indicates that current gear
blinking continuously if there is some prob- position is optimal for vehicles current
lem with door lock canceller system. Have speed and / or engine revolution. No gear
the vehicle inspected by MARUTI SUZUKI shifting is required.
authorized dealer.
NOTE:
NOTE: While driving in optimal gear position, the
In case door lock wiring and/or motor are upshift/downshift indicator does not
53M-04-081
damaged, Door Lock Canceller Indicator appear.
Light will not blink.
This light comes on when the ignition
switch is turned to the ON position, and Downshift Indicator
Gear Shift Indicator (if equipped)
goes out when the engine is started. If this Manual Transaxle
light blinks with the ignition switch turned to This symbol indicates that higher gear
ON, there may be something wrong with position is selected for the vehicles current
the immobilizer system. Ask your MARUTI speed and / or engine revolution. Changing
SUZUKI dealer to have the system to lower gear position is recommended.
inspected.
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53M-04-086
When you turn on the left or right turn sig-
nals, the corresponding green arrow on the The front fog light comes on when front fog
instrument panel will flash along with the light operates.
respective turn signal lights. When you
turn on the hazard warning switch, both
arrows will flash along with all of the turn
signal lights.
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53M-04-092
53M-04-090 EXAMPLE
Type 2
EXAMPLE
53M-04-088 (1)
Type 2
EXAMPLE
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ALTO K10
Without tachometer 53M-04-093
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When the fuel meter indicator shows only Information Display ALTO K10
one segment to E, refill the tank as soon
as possible. ALTO 800 Manual transaxle
Without tachometer
NOTE: EXAMPLE
If the last segment blinks, it means that EXAMPLE
the fuel is almost empty.
The fuel meter indicator varies depend-
ing on road conditions (for example,
slope or curve) and driving conditions
because of fuel moving in the tank.
EXAMPLE
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When the ignition switch is turned to ON Meter illumination control Lighting Control Lever
and the position lights, tail lights and/or the
headlights are on, the display shows four
types of indication; odometer (A), trip
EXAMPLE
meter A (B), trip meter B (C), clock (D) and
indication of illumination intensity (E). Push
the MODE knob (3) quickly to switch the
indication among the five. When the indica-
tion shows (E), you can control the meter
illumination intensity. Refer to Meter illumi-
nation control section below for details on
how to dim or brighten the meter illumina-
tion.
EXAMPLE EXAMPLE
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Lane change signal Hazard Warning Switch Windshield Wiper and Washer
Type 1 Lever
EXAMPLE
EXAMPLE
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Type 2 EXAMPLE
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EXAMPLE
Push in the hazard warning switch to acti- 65D611
vate the hazard warning lights. All turn sig-
nal lights and both turn signal indicators
will flash simultaneously. To turn off the WARNING
lights, push the switch again. To avoid possible injury, do not oper-
Use the hazard warning lights to warn ate controls by reaching through the
other traffic during emergency parking or steering wheel.
when your vehicle could otherwise become
a traffic hazard. Wiper and Washer Operation
When the ignition switch is in the ON
53M-04-114
position, you can use the wiper/washer
Sometimes, such as when changing lanes, lever or switch (if equipped).
the steering wheel is not turned far enough
to cancel the turn signal. For convenience,
you can flash the turn signal by moving the
lever part way and holding it there. The
lever will return to its normal position when
you release it.
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Horn
EXAMPLE
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4) Make sure the hood is fully closed and latches, hinges & locks of CHASSIS Engine Oil Consumption
latched. AND BODY in the Periodic Mainte-
5) Check the headlights, turn signal lights, nance Schedule in the INSPECTION It is normal for the engine to consume
brake lights and horn for proper opera- AND MAINTENANCE section for lubri- some engine oil during normal vehicle
tion. cation schedule. operation.
6) Adjust the seat and head restraint The amount of engine oil consumed
(if equipped). WARNING depends on the viscosity of the oil, the
7) Check the brake pedal and the parking quality of the oil and the conditions the
brake lever. Make sure the hood is fully closed
and latched before driving. If it is not, vehicle is driven under.
8) Adjust the mirrors.
9) Make sure that you and all passengers it can fly up unexpectedly during More oil is consumed during high-speed
have properly fastened your seat belts. driving, obstructing your view and driving and when there is frequent acceler-
10)Make sure that all warning lights come resulting in an accident. ation and deceleration. Under high loads,
on as the key is turned to the ON posi- your engine also will consume more oil.
tion. Once a month, or each time you fill your
fuel tank, check the tire pressure using a A new engine also consumes more oil,
11)Check all gauges. since its pistons, piston rings and cylinder
12)Make sure that the BRAKE SYSTEM tire pressure gauge. Also check the tire
pressure of the spare tire. walls have not yet become conditioned.
WARNING light turns off when the New engines reach the normal level of oil
parking brake is released. consumption only after approximately 5000
km (3000 miles) driving.
Once a week, or each time you fill your fuel
tank, perform the following under-hood Oil consumption:
checks: Max. 1.0 L per 1000 km
1) Engine oil level When judging the amount of oil consump-
2) Coolant level tion, note that the oil may become diluted
3) Brake fluid level and make it difficult to accurately judge the
4) Windshield washer fluid level true oil level.
5) Battery solution level
6) Hood latch operation As an example, if a vehicle is used for
repeated short trips, and consumes a nor-
Pull the hood release handle inside the mal amount of oil, the dipstick may not
vehicle. Make sure that you cannot show any drop in the oil level at all, even
open the hood all the way without after 1000 km or more of driving. This is
releasing the secondary latch. Be sure because the oil is gradually becoming
to close the hood securely after check- diluted with fuel or moisture, making it
ing for proper latch operation. See All appear that the oil level has not changed.
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52KM052
Push
EXAMPLE
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WARNING
If brake squeal is excessive and
occurs each time the brakes are
applied, you should have the brakes
53M05009 checked by your MARUTI SUZUKI
dealer.
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Starting the Engine Starting a Cold and Warm Engine Using the Transaxle
With your foot off the accelerator pedal,
Before Starting the Engine crank the engine by turning the ignition key
Manual Transaxle
to START. Release the key when the
engine starts.
NOTICE
Stop turning the starter immedi-
ately after the engine has started or
the starter system may be dam-
aged.
Do not crank the engine for more
than 15 seconds at a time. If the
engine doesnt start on the first try,
wait about 15 seconds before try-
ing again.
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1) Make sure the parking brake is set fully. If the engine does not start after 15 sec- Starting off
2) Shift into N (Neutral) and depress the onds of cranking, wait about 15 seconds, To start off, depress the clutch pedal all the
clutch pedal all the way to the floor. then press down the accelerator pedal to way to the floor and shift into 1st gear.
Hold the clutch pedal while starting the 1/3 of its travel and try cranking the engine After releasing the parking brake, gradually
engine. again. Release the key and accelerator release the clutch. When you hear a
Automated manual transaxle Shift pedal when the engine starts. change in the engines sound, slowly press
into N (Neutral) and depress the brake the accelerator while continuing to gradu-
pedal. Hold the brake pedal while start- If the engine still does not start, try holding ally release the clutch.
ing the engine. the accelerator pedal all the way to the
floor while cranking. This should clear the Shifting
WARNING engine if it is flooded. All forward gears are synchronized, which
provides for quiet and easy shifting. Always
Make sure that the parking brake is push in the clutch pedal fully before shifting
set fully and the transaxle is in Neu- gears.
tral before attempting to start the
engine.
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NOTICE
R
When downshifting to a lower gear,
make sure not to downshift at a - N
speed faster than the maximum
allowable speeds, or severe engine M D
damage may result. +
Keep the engine speed so it does nor get
into the red zone of tachometer.
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WARNING NOTICE
While driving the vehicle, do not Do not operate the system as
shift the gearshift lever to the N described below. The life cycle of the
position. The engine brake may not clutch may be reduced.
work and you may get involved in Using the accelerator pedal to hold
76MH0A057 an unexpected accident. If you the vehicle on an uphill slope with
NOTE: return the gearshift lever from N the gearshift lever in the D or M
If 1st gear cannot be engaged even to D because of unintended shift- position. If you perform this opera-
though the gearshift lever has been ing, the gear position will be shifted tion for a certain period of time, a
shifted from the N to the D position, according to the current vehicle warning buzzer will sound.
the system will re-try shifting automati- speed. Shifting the gearshift lever to the
cally. This will take some time, noise Always keep your foot on the brake D, M or R position while rac-
may be heard from the gears, and shift- pedal while stopped with the ing the engine.
ing gear shock may occur. However, engine running. This operation pre- Driving at low speed using a high
they do not indicate a malfunction. vents the vehicle from moving due gear.
The N indicator will flash, the depress to unintended activation of the Holding the vehicle on an uphill
brake pedal indicator will come on and a creeping function. slope using the creeping function.
warning buzzer (long pulse sound) will If you perform this operation for a
sound if any of the following cases certain period of time, a warning
occur; NOTICE buzzer will sound.
If you shift the gearshift lever from the
If the gearshift lever cannot shift into NOTICE
N to the D position without depress-
any position, or the gear is changed
ing the brake pedal Operate your Automated Manual
to N position automatically when
If the system is unable to re-try shifting Transaxle vehicle with one foot only.
the vehicle speed becomes less than
You should depress the brake pedal and driving your automated manual
10 km/h, there may be a system mal-
shift the gearshift lever to N position, transaxle vehicle with accelerator
function. In this case, ask your MAR-
then shift to D again. and brake pedals depressed together
UTI SUZUKI dealer to inspect the
3) Release the parking brake and brake Auto Gear Shift system as soon as will cause overheating of the clutch.
pedal. possible.
4) Depress the accelerator pedal slowly.
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Starting off on an uphill/downhill: clutch will be engaged when the vehicle Upshift and downshift:
speed increases.
Uphill Upshifting
1) Apply the parking brake firmly so that the Using engine braking:
vehicle does not roll backwards.
2) Shift the gearshift lever to the D posi- When driving on a downhill slope, down-
tion while depressing the brake pedal. shifting is recommended. So you can use R
Make sure that the gear position indica- engine braking.
tor in the instrumental cluster displays By placing the gearshift lever in the M - N
1st gear. position, the Manual (M) mode is selected,
3) Release the brake pedal and depress and you can shift to a lower gear manually. M D
the accelerator pedal gradually, and For details of downshift operation, refer to +
when the vehicle starts to move, release Upshift and downshift in the Manual (M)
the parking brake and depress the accel- mode.
erator pedal to start off.
Manual (M) mode
NOTICE The gears are not shifted automatically. To
On an uphill slope, never hold the shift the transaxle, the driver must operate 76MH0A058
vehicle at a stop using only the accel- the gearshift lever to the + or direc- Pull the gearshift lever to the + direction
erator pedal or the creeping function. tion. As for conventional manual transaxle and release it. Every time the lever is oper-
If you perform this operation for a vehicles, releasing the accelerator pedal a ated, the transaxle is upshifting 1 step in
certain period of time, a warning little may help the transaxle to shift the order of 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th
buzzer will sound, and in some cases smoothly. gear.
the engine will stall. This can also
cause excessive damage to the
clutch.
Downhill
1) Depress the brake pedal and shift the
gearshift lever to the D position. Make 76MH0A059
sure that the gear is in 1st by checking
the gear position indicator.
2) Release the brake pedal and depress
the accelerator pedal slowly. Even if the
accelerator pedal is not depressed, the
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Downshifting
WARNING
Be careful when accelerating,
R upshifting, downshifting or braking
on a slippery surface. Sudden
- N acceleration or engine braking
76MH0A061 could cause the vehicle to spin or
M D The gear position is displayed on the gear skid.
+ position indicator. The gear position indica- To drive down a long or steep hill,
tor shows the transaxle gear position. reduce your speed and downshift.
Before starting off, always check the gear Remember, if you ride the brakes
position indicator to make sure that the excessively, they may overheat and
transaxle is engaged in 1st or reverse, then fail.
depress the accelerator pedal. While driving the vehicle, do not
76MH0A060
shift the gearshift lever to N posi-
NOTE: tion. The engine brake may not
Push the gearshift lever to the direction To downshift smoothly, the engine runs work and you may get involved in
and release it. Every time the lever is oper- fast in some cases. This is done inten- an unexpected accident. If you
ated, the transaxle is downshifted in the tionally by the system and is not a mal- return the gearshift lever from N
order 5th 4th 3rd 2nd 1st gear. function. to M because of unintended shift-
When driving down a hill, downshift and ing, the gear position will be shifted
use the engine braking appropriately. If according to the current vehicle
necessary, continuous downshifting is speed.
possible. However, if downshifting more Do not apply the parking brake
than 3 steps, gear shifting will take more while driving. Otherwise, it could
time. cause a skid and you may get
When the gear is shifting, a noise can be involved in an unexpected acci-
heard in some case. This is not a mal- dent.
function.
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NOTE:
NOTICE If 1st gear cannot be engaged even NOTICE
though the gearshift lever has been
If the gearshift lever cannot shift shifted from the N to the M position, Do not operate the system as
into any position, or the gear is described below. The life cycle of the
changed to N position automati- the system will re-try shifting automati-
cally. This will take some time, noise clutch may be reduced.
cally when the vehicle speed Using the accelerator pedal to hold
becomes less than 10 km/, there may be heard from the gears, and shift-
ing gear shock may occur. However, the vehicle on an uphill slope oper-
may be a system malfunction. In ation with the gearshift lever in the
this case, ask your MARUTI SUZUKI they do not indicate a malfunction.
dealer to inspect the Auto Gear Shift The N indicator will flash, the depress M or D position. If you perform
system as soon as possible. brake pedal indicator will come on and a this operation for a certain period
The manual (M) mode does not warning buzzer (long pulse sound) will of time, a warning buzzer will
upshift even if the engine speed sound if any of the following cases sound.
reaches the rev-limit. occur; Shifting the gearshift lever to the
The system will not allow shifting up If you shift the gearshift lever from the M, D or R position while rac-
or down to a gear that would cause N to the M position without ing the engine.
engine over-revving or under-rev- Driving at low speed using a high
ving. depressing the brake pedal
If the system is unable to re-try shifting gear.
If frequently driving at low speed Stopping on a slope using the
using a high gear position, the life You should depress the brake pedal and
shift the gearshift lever to N position, creeping function. If you perform
cycle of the clutch may be reduced. this operation for a certain period
Frequent downshifting (more than 3 then shift to M position again a few
seconds later. of time, a warning buzzer will
positions consecutively) causes the
reduction of transaxle life. sound.
3) Release the parking brake and brake
pedal. Depress the accelerator pedal
Starting off: slowly for smooth starting. NOTICE
1) Start the engine as instructed in Start- Operate your Automated Manual
ing the engine in this section. WARNING Transaxle vehicle with one foot only.
2) With your foot on the brake pedal, shift Always keep your foot on the brake driving your automated manual
the gearshift lever to the M position. pedal or pull up the parking lever transaxle vehicle with accelerator
When the gearshift lever is shifted to while stopped with the engine run- and brake pedals depressed together
the M position, the gear will be shifted ning. These operations prevent the will cause overheating of the clutch.
to 1st. Before starting off, always make vehicle from starting due to unin-
sure that the intended gear is engaged tended activation of the creeping
by checking the gear position indicator, function.
then depress the accelerator pedal.
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Starting off on an uphill/downhill depressed, the clutch will be engaged You should depress the brake pedal and
slope: when the vehicle speed increases. shift the gearshift lever to N position,
then shift to R position again a few sec-
Uphill Backing up onds later.
1) Apply the parking brake firmly so that After the vehicle has stopped completely, The system will not allow shifting to the
the vehicle does not roll backwards. depress the brake pedal and shift the gear- R position if the vehicle speed is over
2) Shift the gearshift lever to the M posi- shift lever to the R position. Depress the about 3 km/h. If the gearshift lever is
tion while depressing the brake pedal. accelerator pedal slowly as when starting operated under this condition, the N
Make sure that the gear position indica- off in 1st gear. Before backing up, make indicator in the instrument cluster will
tor in the instrumental cluster displays sure that reverse gear is selected by blink. However, when the vehicle speed
1st gear. checking the gear position indicator. drops below about 3 km/h, the gear will
3) Release the brake pedal and depress be shifted to reverse. Make sure that the
the accelerator pedal gradually, and vehicle has stopped completely before
when the vehicle starts to move, shifting to the R position.
release the parking brake and depress
the accelerator pedal to start off. NOTICE
NOTICE 76MH0A062
On a downhill slope, never hold the
vehicle at a stop using only the accel-
On an uphill slope, never hold the NOTE: erator pedal or the creeping function.
vehicle at a stop using only the accel- If reverse gear cannot be engaged even If you perform this operation for a
erator pedal or creeping function. If though the gearshift lever has been certain period of time, a warning
you perform this operation for a cer- shifted from the N to the R position, buzzer will sound, and in some cases
tain period of time, a warning buzzer the system will re-try shifting automati- the engine will stall. This can also
will sound, and in some cases the cally. This will take some time, noise cause excessive damage to the
engine will stall. This can also cause may be heard from the gears, and shift- clutch.
excessive damage to the clutch. ing gear shock may occur. However,
they do not indicate a malfunction. Stopping
Downhill
The N indicator will flash, the depress The vehicle can be stopped by depressing
1) Depress the brake pedal and shift the
brake pedal indicator will come on and a the brake pedal regardless of the gear
gearshift lever to the M position.
warning buzzer (long pulse sound) will position. This is because the clutch is auto-
Check the gear position indicator to
sound if any of the following cases matically disengaged to prevent the engine
make sure that the gear is in 1st.
occur; from stopping.
2) Release the brake pedal and depress
If you shift the gearshift lever from the If the gearshift lever is in the D position,
the accelerator pedal slowly. Even
N to the R position without depress- the gear will be downshifted to 1st when
though the accelerator pedal is not
ing the brake pedal the vehicle stops.
If the system is unable to re-try shifting
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If the gearshift lever is in the M posi- 3) turn the ignition switch to LOCK posi-
tion, the gear will be downshifted to 1st NOTICE tion.
when the vehicle stops.
On a slope, never hold the vehicle NOTE:
at a stop using only the accelerator After the ignition switch is turn to ACC
WARNING pedal or the creeping function. If or LOCK position is stopped, the gear
When stopping, for example, at a you perform this operation for a in the transaxle does not change even if
traffic light, be sure to depress the certain period of time, a warning you shift the gearshift lever in any posi-
brake pedal firmly. For your safety, buzzer will sound, and in some tion. Always shift the gearshift lever
apply the parking brake, too, when cases the engine will stall. This can before stop the engine.
stopping on a hill. also cause excessive damage to Check the transaxle gear position by
When racing the engine, make sure the clutch. looking at the gear position indicator,
that the gear is in the N position If the gearshift lever is operated then turn the ignition switch off to stop
by checking the gear position indi- more than necessary, the system the engine. Release the brake pedal
cator. If the accelerator is operated may not allow operation of the after a few seconds.
with the gear in any other position, gearshift lever for a certain period
the vehicle may move resulting in of time, and the gear may not be WARNING
an unexpected accident. shifted appropriately. Therefore, do
Do not leave your vehicle unat- not operate the gearshift lever if not If the gear is not engaged properly
tended while the engine is running. necessary. and completely before the ignition
When leaving the vehicle, stop the switch is turned off, the vehicle
engine and park the vehicle with a may not be parked with the gear
Parking engaged. Always confirm the gear
gear engaged. If you need to leave Unlike an automatic transaxle, Automated
the vehicle with the engine running, position by checking the gear posi-
manual transaxle does not have a parking tion indicator when parking.
apply the parking brakes firmly, position. The vehicle can be parked with
and shift the gearshift lever to the On a downhill slope, the gear
the gearshift lever in any position. should be put in reverse, and in 1st
N position. Otherwise, the vehi- 1) Apply the parking brake firmly and turn
cle may move unexpectedly and gear on an uphill slope. Otherwise,
the ignition ON position. the vehicle may move, and cause
may cause an accident. 2) While depressing the brake pedal, shift an unexpected accident. If the gear
the gearshift lever to the R position on is left in the N position, the vehi-
a downhill slope, and to the 1st position cle cannot be parked with a gear
in the drive (D) mode or the M(1) posi- engaged.
tion in the manual (M) mode on an
uphill slope and confirm the gear posi-
tion by checking the gear position indi-
cator.
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In the above cases, pull over to the later. The distance needed to bring any vehicle
side of the road and stop the engine, to a halt increases with the speed of the
and then ask your MARUTI SUZUKI vehicle. The braking distance needed, for
dealer to inspect your vehicle. Other- example, at 60 km/h (37 mph) will be
wise, the clutch disc may get dam- approximately 4 times greater than the
aged. braking distance needed at 30 km/h (19
mph). Start to brake the vehicle when there
The ignition switch is turned to the OFF is plenty of distance between your vehicle
position with the gear in 2nd, 3rd, 4th or and the stopping point, and slow down
5th. In this case, turn the ignition switch gradually.
to the ON position and shift the gear-
shift lever in the N position, shift it to
the D or M or R position, then turn
the ignition switch to OFF.
During a stop, the drivers door is
opened with the gearshift lever in the
R, D or M position while the engine
is running.
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DRIVING TIPS
DRIVING TIPS
Running-in ........................................................................... 4-1
Catalytic Converter ............................................................. 4-1
Improving Fuel Economy ................................................... 4-2
Highway Driving .................................................................. 4-3
Driving on Hills .................................................................... 4-3
4
Driving on Slippery Roads ................................................. 4-4
Dos and Donts for Safe Driving ....................................... 4-4
Margin for Safety ................................................................. 4-4
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72F08008
82PHM04001
72F08002
Dos and Donts for Safe 3) Before moving, look around your vehi- 3) Turn ON the turn signal at least 30
meters before making a turn or chang-
Driving cle to confirm safety.
ing the lane so as not to be hit.
4) Dont accelerate suddenly, since it is
dangerous and wastes fuel. 4) Before entering a corner, decelerate to
Exercise care in handling your vehicle. Be a safe speed. Dont apply brakes during
conscious of not only your own safety but General Driving cornering, or skidding may occur.
also the safety of others on the road, and 5) When overtaking other vehicles, watch
thus enjoy the best and most comfortable 1) Be sure to stop before a stop light or
out for oncoming vehicles and carefully
driving experience. stop sign. When moving into an inter-
ensure safety.
section without any traffic lights or
Following are basic rules for safe driving. 6) Dont attempt zigzag driving as it will
signs, drive slowly to confirm safety.
Read them carefully for good understand- hinder your control over the vehicle and
2) Always follow other vehicles at a safe
ing of the content so that you can enjoy may cause an accident.
distance in order to prevent a rear-end
safe and pleasant driving in your vehicle. 7) Avoid reckless high speed driving and
collision, in case the vehicle ahead
try to drive at a safe speed suitable for
Starting makes a sudden stop.
the road conditions while maintaining a
1) Adjust the drivers seat for the proper constant speed.
driving posture. 8) The higher the speed, the narrower the
2) Adjust the rear view mirror so as to drivers visual range becomes. In such
obtain the best possible rear view. a state, it is difficult to anticipate any
hazard and the driver feels fatigued.
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Braking
72F08015
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Night time driving 3) Dont use headlights on high beam Margin for Safety
unless its use is inevitable. It may cause
visual impairment to the driver of the It is important to allow yourself a margin for
oncoming vehicle or the vehicle ahead safety during driving so that you can cope
of you, which may cause an accident. with erroneous or unexpected driving of
other drivers. For that, observe the follow-
ing.
Drive at a safe speed.
Maintain a sufficient distance between
your vehicle and the vehicle ahead.
Dont force yourself to overtake other
vehicles.
Dont accelerate suddenly, steer sharply
or stop suddenly.
72F08020 Keep ample gaps between driving
1) Drive at lower speeds during the night schedules.
than in the daytime, as the visual range Observe traffic rules and regulations.
is restricted at night. Conclusion
2) Avoid overtaking other vehicles at night.
Darkness bothers your sense of speed 53M06015 A perfect driver does not exist. The
and hinders your judgment of vehicle- endeavour of every motorist should be to
4) Always keep the window glasses clean. strive for perfection. Safety consciousness
to-vehicle distance. Dont operate the windshield wiper not only ensures your safety and the safety
when the windshield glass is dry else of other road users, it also helps reduce
the wiper blade and glass may get dam- the wear and tear on your vehicle, length-
aged. ens its life, gives better fuel efficiency and
ensures a comfortable driving experience.
Follow the dos and donts listed, and
driving will never be the same again.
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53MH0-74E
OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System (if equipped) Side outlet
ALTO 800
EXAMPLE EXAMPLE
(1)
(1)
(2)
(3)
(2) (4)
(3)
(5)
53MM05001
ALTO K10
EXAMPLE
(5)
53M-07-003
53MM05002
When Open, air comes out regardless of
(1) Windshield defroster outlet the air flow selector position.
(2) Side defroster outlet
(3) Side outlet
(4) Center outlet
(5) Front floor outlet
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ALTO K10
(a) (e)
EXAMPLE
53MH0506
(2) (5)
53MH0504
ALTO K10
This is used to select one of the functions
described below.
VENTILATION (a)
ALTO 800
(3) (4) (1) EXAMPLE
53M-07-010
53M-07-005
Temperature-controlled air comes out of
the floor outlets and cooler air comes out
of the center and side outlets. When the
EXAMPLE temperature selector (1) is in the fully cold
53MH0505 position or fully hot position, however, the
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air from the floor outlets and the air from HEAT & DEFROST (d) ALTO K10
the center and side outlets will be the
same temperature. ALTO 800
HEAT (c)
ALTO 800
EXAMPLE
EXAMPLE 53M-07-016
(g) (f)
EXAMPLE
53M-07-014
EXAMPLE
53m-07-018
EXAMPLE
53MH0509
This selector is used to select the following
modes.
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Fresh Air (f) Less operation of the compressor results Head cooled/Feet warmed heating
in better fuel economy. Select BI-LEVEL and FRESH AIR, the
When this mode is selected by moving the temperature selector to the desired tem-
lever to right, outside air is used.
System Operating Instructions perature position, and the blower speed
Recirculated Air (g) Natural ventilation
selector to the desired blower speed posi-
tion. Unless the temperature selector is in
When this mode is selected by moving the Select VENTILATION and FRESH AIR, the the fully cold position or fully hot position,
lever to left, outside air is shut out and temperature selector to the desired tem- the air that comes out of the center and
inside air is recirculated. This mode is suit- perature position, and the blower speed side outlets will be cooler than the air that
able when driving through dusty or polluted selector to off. Fresh air will flow through comes out of the floor outlets.
air such as in a tunnel, or when attempting the vehicle during driving.
to quickly cool down the interior. Normal cooling
Forced ventilation Set the air flow selector to VENTILATION,
The control settings are the same as for
NOTE: natural ventilation except you set the
the temperature selector to the desired
If you select RECIRCULATED AIR for an blower speed selector to a position other
temperature position and the blower speed
extended period of time, the air in the vehi- than off.
selector to the desired blower speed posi-
cle can become contaminated. Therefore, tion, and turn on the A/C switch. Setting
you should occasionally select FRESH Normal heating (using outside air) the blower speed selector to a higher
AIR. Select HEAT and FRESH AIR, the tem- blower speed position increases cooling
perature selector to the desired tempera- efficiency.
Air conditioning switch (5) (if equipped) ture position and the blower speed selector You can switch the air intake selector to
To turn on the air conditioning system, set to the desired blower speed position. Set- either FRESH AIR or RECIRCULATED
the blower speed selector to a position ting the blower speed selector to a higher AIR as you desire. Choosing RECIRCU-
other than OFF and push in the A/C blower speed position increases heating LATED AIR increases cooling efficiency.
switch. With this A/C switch operation, a efficiency.
indicator light will come on when the air Quick cooling (using recirculated air)
Quick heating (using recirculated air) The control settings are the same as for
conditioning system is on. To turn off the The control settings are the same as for
air conditioning system, push A/C switch normal cooling except you select RECIR-
normal heating except you select RECIR- CULATED AIR and the highest blower
again. CULATED AIR. If you use this heating
During operation of the air conditioner, you speed.
method for an extended period of time, the
may notice slight changes in engine air in the vehicle can become contami-
speed. These changes are normal, the NOTE:
nated and the windows can become misty. To turn on the air conditioning system,
system is designed so that the compressor Therefore, use this method only for quick
turns on or off to maintain the desired tem- push in the A/C switch and set the
heating and change to the normal heating blower speed selector to a position other
perature. method as soon as possible. than OFF. With this A/C switch opera-
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NOTE: NOTE:
If you select RECIRCULATED AIR for an Your vehicle uses the air conditioning
extended period of time, the air in the refrigerant HFC-134a, commonly called
vehicle can become contaminated. R-134a. R-134a replaced R-12 around
Therefore, you should occasionally 1993 for automotive applications. Other
select FRESH AIR. refrigerants are available, including recy-
If your vehicle has been left in the sun cled R-12, but only R-134a should be used
with the windows closed, it will cool 53MH0511
in your vehicle.
faster if you open the windows briefly NOTE:
while you operate the air conditioner with NOTICE
If you need maximum defrosting:
the air intake selector at FRESH AIR and set the air flow selector to DEFROST, Using the wrong refrigerant may
the blower at high speed. set the blower speed selector to high, damage your air conditioning sys-
adjust the temperature selector to the tem. Use R-134a only. Do not mix or
Dehumidifying hot end, and replace the R-134a with other refrig-
Set the air flow selector to a desired air adjust the side outlets so the air blows erants.
flow selector position, the temperature on the side windows.
selector to the desired temperature posi-
tion and the blower speed selector to the
desired blower speed position. Also select
FRESH AIR and turn on the A/C switch.
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CAUTION
Remove the fuel filler cap slowly. The
fuel may be under pressure and may
spray out, causing injury.
EXAMPLE
53MH0513
EXAMPLE The fuel filler cap is located on the left rear
53MH0512 side of the vehicle. The fuel filler door can
be unlocked by pulling up the opener lever
ALTO K10
located on the outboard side of the drivers
seat and locked by simply closing the door.
(1)
53MH0514
Open Close NOTE:
If the fuel filler door is equipped with the
cap holder (1), then use the cap holder to
hold fuel filler cap while refueling.
EXAMPLE To reinstall the fuel filler cap:
53M-07-021 1) Turn the cap clockwise until you hear
EXAMPLE several clicks.
68KN048 2) Close the fuel filler door.
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EXAMPLE
53MH0515
EXAMPLE
53MM05010
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EXAMPLE
53MH0519
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EXAMPLE
53M-07-034
53MH0518
The accessory socket will work when the Assist grips are provided for convenience.
ignition switch is in the ACC or ON posi-
53M-07-032
tion. This socket can be used to provide
ALTO K10 12volt/120 watt power for electrical acces- NOTICE
Manual Transaxle
sories. Check that the cap remains on the To avoid damaging the assist grip
socket when socket is not in use. and the molded headlining, do not
EXAMPLE hang down the assist grip.
NOTICE
Use of inappropriate electrical acces-
sories can cause damage to your
vehicles electrical system. Make
sure that any electrical accessories
you use are designed to plug into this
type of socket.
53M-07-033
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To open the glove box, pull the latch lever. 1) Front cup holder and bottle holder (if Floor Mats
To close it, push the lid until it latches equipped)
securely. 2) Rear bottle holder (if equipped)
EXAMPLE
Front Cup Holder & Bottle Holder (1) (if
WARNING equipped) / Rear Bottle Holder (2) (if
Never drive with the glove box lid equipped)
open. It could cause injury if an acci-
dent occurs. WARNING
Failure to take the precautions listed
below could cause personal injury or
vehicle damage.
Be careful when you are using the
cup holders to hold a cup contain-
ing hot liquid. Spilling out hot liq-
uid can cause burn injury. 53MH0522
(Continued) To prevent the drivers side floor mat from
sliding forward and possibly interfering with
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the operation of the pedals, MARUTI GEN- Shopping hook (if equipped) Luggage Compartment Cover
UINE floor mats are recommended.
Whenever you put the drivers side floor You can hang the shopping bag or other (if equipped)
mat back in the vehicle after it has been suitable objects on the hook located on the
removed, be sure to hook (if equipped) the dashboard. This hook is not designed for EXAMPLE
floor mat grommet(s) to the fastener(s) and large or heavy items.
position the floor mat properly in the foot-
well. CAUTION
When you replace the floor mats in your To avoid breaking the hook, do not
vehicle with a different type such as all- hang items heavier than 2 kg (4.4
weather floor mats, we highly recommend ibs).
using MARUTI GENUINE floor mats for
proper fitting.
WARNING
Failure to take the following precau-
tions may result in the drivers side 53M-07-040
floor mat interfering with the pedals
and causing a loss of vehicle control Luggage or other cargo placed in the lug-
or an accident. gage compartment is hidden from view by
Make sure that the floor mat grom- a luggage compartment cover.
met(s) is(are) hooked to the fas-
tener(s). WARNING
Never place additional floor mats
on top of the existing floor mats. EXAMPLE Do not carry items on top of the lug-
53M-07-039
gage compartment cover, even if they
are small and light. Objects on top of
the cover could be thrown about in
an accident, causing injury, or could
obstruct the drivers rear view.
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Frame Hooks To tow your vehicle on the road or highway, Front Speakers Provision
follow the instruction of Towing in EMER- (if equipped)
Front GENCY SERVICE or VEHICLE LOAD-
ING AND TOWING section. ALTO 800
WARNING
Do not use the frame hooks to tow
another vehicle or to have your vehi-
cle towed on the road or highway.
The hooks (1) is designed for use in
emergency situations only, such as if
EXAMPLE your vehicle or another vehicle gets
stuck in deep mud or snow.
53M-07-043 The hook (2) is provided for trailer/
Rear train shipping purposes.
EXAMPLE
NOTICE 53M-07-045
EXAMPLE
53M-07-044
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Audio System (if equipped) about one hour. This will allow the con-
If you pay extended attention to oper- densation to disappear normally.
ating the audio system or viewing the Driving on extremely bumpy roads which
ALTO 800
audio system display while driving, cause severe vibrations may cause
Refer supplementary manual for audio
an accident can occur. If you set the sound to skip.
system (if equipped), provided along with
sound volume too loud, it could pre- This unit uses a precision mechanism.
the vehicle.
vent you from being aware of road Even in the event that trouble arises,
ALTO K10 and traffic conditions. never open the case, disassemble the
Keep your eyes on the road and unit, or lubricate the rotating parts.
your mind on the drive. Avoid pay- Please bring the unit to an authorized
ing extended attention to operating MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.
the audio system or viewing the
Cautions on Handling
audio system display.
Familiarize yourself with the audio
system controls and operation of
the audio system before driving.
Preset your favorite radio stations
before driving so that you can
EXAMPLE quickly tune to them using the pre- 53M-07-048
53M-07-047
sets. This unit has been designed specifically for
Set the sound volume to a level playback of compact discs bearing mark
that will allow you to continue to be (A) shown above.
aware of road and traffic conditions
while driving.
Notes on Discs
Precautions
When the inside of the vehicle is very
cold and the player is used soon after
switching on the heater, condensation
may form on the disc or the optical parts
of the player and proper playback may
not be possible. If condensation forms
53M-07-049
on the disc, wipe it off with a soft cloth. If
condensation forms on the optical parts To remove the compact disc from its stor-
of the player, do not use the player for age case, press down on the center of the
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case and lift the disc out, holding it care- Use of such discs will cause damage or
fully by the edges. prevent the system from operating prop-
erly.
Always handle the compact disc by the
edges.
Never touch the surface.
53M-07-052
WARNING
This is a class I laser product. Use of
53M-07-051
controls or adjustments or perfor-
New discs may have some roughness mance of procedures other than those
around the edges. The unit may not work specified herein may result in hazard-
or the sound may skip if such discs are 53M-07-054
ous radiation exposure.
used. Use a ball-point pen etc. to remove Do not open covers and do not
the roughness from the edges of the disc. Do not use compact discs that have large attempt to repair this unit by yourself.
scratches, are misshaped, or cracked, etc. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
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53M-07-056
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EXAMPLE
53M-07-060
53M-07-059
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Listening to a CD Display
EXAMPLE
53MM05011
NOTE:
This product does not support 8 cm CD
(sometimes called as mini single CD, 3-
inch CD, CD3 etc.).
53M-07-062
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NOTE:
CAUTION If a disc is inserted after the previous
disc is removed from the unit, the unit
Never insert your finger or hand starts playback from the beginning of the
into the CD insertion slot. Never first track.
insert foreign objects. If you turn OFF the ACC and within few
Never insert a CD with glue coming second so of turning ON the ACC, the
out from adhesive tape or a rental unit starts playback from the position
53M-07-064 CD label or with a trace indicating from where it has accepted.
CDs or CD-ROM carrying no mark (A) that adhesive tape or a rental CD If you press the EJECT button, and
cannot be used. label has been removed. This may leave the disc for roughly 15 seconds,
Some discs recorded in CD-R/CD-RW cause the CD not to eject or result the disc is automatically reinserted into
format may sometimes be impossible to in a malfunction. the unit to protect the disc. In this case,
use. the unit doesnt start playback automati-
Loading a CD cally.
Insert a CD in the Insertion slot (2). With
the printed side up. Selecting a CD mode
When a CD is loaded, play starts. Press the Media Source Mode button (3).
Each time the button is pressed, the mode
Ejecting a CD will change as follows.
Press the Eject button (1). (After ejecting,
the unit returns to the Radio mode.)
53M-07-065
CAUTION
A CD is to be inserted with its label side
up. If you forcefully try to push an
When there is a CD already in the unit, it ejected CD inside the unit before auto
is impossible to insert another CD with- reloading, the disc surface might be
out ejecting the CD in the unit. Do not scratched. 53M-07066
use force to insert a CD into the CD When reloading a CD, remove it
insertion slot. from the unit completely before
reloading.
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EXAMPLE
53-07-071
53M-07-070
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NOTE:
To cancel random playback, press the
RDM button (3) again or eject the disc.
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EXAMPLE
53M-07-074
53M-07-073
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EXAMPLE
53M-07-078
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Selecting an iPod mode The random indicator FOLD. and Display change
RDM will light. The folder random is the
Press the Media Source Mode button (1) to same as song shuffle or iPod. Press the DISP button (4).
select USB (iPod) mode. Each time the button is pressed, display
NOTE: will change as follow:
To cancel random playback, press the
RDM button (3) again or eject the iPod.
53M-07-079
Repeat playback
Selecting a track Track repeat
Press the RPT button (2).
Press the Up button (8) to listen to the The repeat indicator RPT will light. The
next track. track. Repeat is the same behavior as
Press the Down button (7) twice to listen one track repeat of the iPod.
to the previous track. When the Down
button (7) is pressed once, the track cur- NOTE:
rently being played will start from the To cancel repeat playback, press the 53M-07-080
beginning again. RPT button (2) again or eject the iPod. Press the DISP (4) for 1 second or
Fast forwarding/Rewinding a track The unit will always trigger Repeat mode longer.
(No indication will be displayed on unit)
Hold down the Up button (8) to fast for- in iPod automatically when iPod is con- Each time this button is pressed, title dis-
ward the track. nected. play switches as follow. Fist 8 characters
Hold down the Down button (7) to fast when repeat mode is triggered, the unit Next 8 characters.
rewind the track. will play all the songs in the category A total of 16 characters can be dis-
repeatedly. Repeat mode will not be played.
Random playback turned off unless 1-track repeat is trig-
gered. If the number of character is 8 or less,
Track random
Turning off 1-track repeat will re-enable display doesnt switch.
Press the RDM button (3).
Repeat mode again. Text display in iPod menu mode is
The random indicator RDM will light. allowed to switch but it is invalid for first
Track random is the same behavior as category of iPod menu mode.
album shuffle of iPod. If no data is stored in the particular cate-
gory, NO DATA will be displayed.
Folder random If the file/artist/album title is not recorded
Press the RDM button (3) for 1 second on the iPod, NO TITLE will be dis-
or longer. played.
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iPod menu mode About resume play Caution for connecting iPod
1) Press the MENU button (5). When connecting iPod to car stereo, iPod When iPod EQ setting is ON, sound may
2) Press the Up button (8) or Down button will start playing the song which played be distorted.
(7) to select the category as follow: before connecting (resume play). When Before or after connecting, setting (such
3) Press the ENTER button (6) to select browse items or lists are changed from as shuffle, repeat and etc.) may be
the category. resume play, selected song of playlist changed.
4) repeat the step 2 and 3 again to select starts to play and list title also can be dis- Remove all equipments, (headphone
the desired. played. etc.) when connecting.
*iPod may have difficulty of operation.
NOTE: Do not leave iPod inside vehicle. Direct
After entering iPod menu mode, the mode sunlight and high temperature may cau
has 30 seconds timeout. se damage to iPod.
About iPod Fix iPod at specified way when using the
adapter. Removing iPod may interfere
Before using iPod with your driving, so accident may occur.
iPod is only private usage and may not Read iPod manual for iPod operation.
be used without authorities. Copyright When connecting iPod (video), play
privacy is against the law. music once, turn the power off and con-
Operating may be different for each iPod nect. If video is playing before connec-
software version. tion, it may take some time.
How to connect iPod
Connect the iPod cable into USB inser-
tion slot.
53M-07-081
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CAUTION
Before connection, set the volume
for the unit to 0 (When AUX mode is
selected) and also keep the volume
of the auxiliary audio source within a
range that will not cause distortion.
When the audio source is turned
off, noise may be emitted. Be sure
to turn off the unit or switch to
another mode before turning off the
audio source
NOTE
Please consult your place of purchase
for details about whether a given auxil-
iary audio source can be connected and
the proper auxiliary cord to use.
The volume and tone controls of the
53M-07-082 auxiliary audio source can be adjusted
on the unit.
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Troubleshooting
FM/AM
Automatic tuning is not possible. The broadcast signal is too weak. Perform manual setting.
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Troubleshooting
USB
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IPod/Phone
NO DISC The disc is not inserted. Insert CD disc into the unit.
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VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING
53MH0-74E
VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING
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Towing Your Vehicle TOWING INSTRUCTION TABLE A: 2WD VEHICLES WITH MANUAL
TRANSAXLE OR AUTOMATED MAN-
Your vehicle may be towed behind another DRIVE TRANS TOWING UAL TRANSAXLE
vehicle (such as a motorhome), provided TRAIN MISSION METHOD 1) Secure the front wheels on a towing
your vehicle is 2 wheel drive (2WD) and
you use the proper towing method speci- 2WD M/T A,B dolly according to the instructions pro-
vided by the dolly manufacturer.
fied for your vehicle. The towing method 2WD Automated A,B 2) Release the parking brake.
you must use depends on the specifica- Manual
tions of your vehicle: whether it is a manual Transaxle
transaxle vehicle or an automated manual EXAMPLE
transaxle vehicle.
EXAMPLE
Use the towing instruction table to select
the proper towing method for your vehicle,
and carefully follow the corresponding
instructions. Be sure to use proper towing
equipment designed for recreational tow-
ing and make sure that towing speed does
not exceed 90 km/h (55 mph).
WARNING
When you tow your vehicle, follow 53M-08-001 53M-08-002
the instructions below to avoid acci-
dents and damage to your vehicle. In
addition, be sure to observe govern-
ment and local requirements regard-
ing vehicle lighting and trailer hitches
or tow bars.
WARNING
A safety chain should always be used
when you tow your vehicle.
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NOTICE
After shifting the auto gear shift gear-
shift lever to the N position, always
check the gear position indicator in
the instrument cluster shows the N
position to make sure that the
transaxle is disengaged.
If the transaxle cannot be put in neutral,
turn the key from the OFF to the
ON position, and move the auto gear
shift lever from N to D, M or R,
then back to N again. Then turn the
key from the ON to the OFF posi-
tion.
These procedures may help put the
transaxle in neutral. If the transaxle
still cannot be put in neutral, you can-
not tow the vehicle without using a
towing dolly.
NOTICE
The steering column is not strong
enough to withstand shocks trans-
mitted from the front wheels during
towing. Always unlock the steering
wheel before towing.
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WARNING WARNING
(Continued) (Continued)
To prevent damage or unintended When it is necessary to do service
activation of the air bag system or work with the engine running, make
seat belt pretensioner system, be sure that the parking brake is set
sure the battery is disconnected fully and the transaxle is in Neutral.
and the ignition switch has been in Do not touch ignition wires or other
the LOCK position for at least 90 ignition system parts when start-
seconds before performing any ing the engine or when the engine
electrical service work on your is running, or you could receive an
vehicle. Do not touch air bag sys- electric shock.
tem components, seat belt preten- Be careful not to touch a hot
60A187S
sioner system components or engine, exhaust manifold and
wires. pipes, muffler, radiator and water
The wires are wrapped with yellow hoses.
WARNING tape or yellow tubing, and the cou- Do not allow smoking, sparks, or
You should take extreme care when plers are yellow for easy identifica- flames around fuel or the battery.
working on your vehicle to prevent tion. Flammable fumes are present.
accidental injury. Here are a few pre- Do not leave the engine running in Do not get under your vehicle if it is
cautions that you should be espe- garages or other confined areas. supported only with the portable
cially careful to observe: When the engine is running, keep jack provided in your vehicle.
hands, clothing, tools, and other Be careful not to cause accidental
(Continued) objects away from the fan and drive short circuits between the positive
belt. Even though the fan may not and negative battery terminals.
be moving, it can automatically Keep used oil, coolant, and other
turn on without warning. fluids away from children and pets.
(Continued) Dispose of used fluids properly;
never pour them on the ground,
into sewers, etc.
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*Interval: This interval should be judged by km (x 1,000) FREE INSPECTIONS PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE AT COST
odometer reading or months, whichever comes months 1 5 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
first.
1 6 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
ENGINE
1. Water pump drive belt (Tension, Wear) A I I I I I I R A I
2. Engine Coolant (Level, Leakage) I I I R I R I R I R
3. Engine oil and Oil filter R I R R R R R R R R
4. Cooling system hoses and connections (Leakage, Damage) I I I I I I I I I I
5. Engine bolts (All cylinder head and manifold fixings) T T T T
6. Engine mounting (Loose, Damage) T T T T
7. Valve Clearance A A A A A
I I I I
8. Camshaft timing belt (Damage, Wear)
Replace Every 1,00,000 km
9. Exhaust system (Noise, Leakage etc.) I I I I I
10. Positive crankcase ventilation System (Hoses, Connections and Valve) I I I I I
IGNITION
1. Ignition wiring (Damage, Deterioration) I I I I
2. Spark plugs (Clean and Adjust the gap) I R I R I R I R
FUEL
Paved-road Clean every 5,000 km. Replace after every 40,000 km.
1. Air cleaner Dusty condition Clean every 2,500 km or as required. Replace after every 40,000 km.
More frequent replacement if dust condition is severe.
2. Fuel tank cap, fuel lines and connections (Leakage, Damage) I I I
3. Fuel filter (Leakage) I I I I I R I I I R
CLUTCH AND TRANMISSION
1. Clutch pedal (Play) I I I I I I I I I I
2. Clutch slipping (Dragging or Excessive damage) I I I I I I I I I I
I I I I I I I I I I
3. Manual Transmission Oil (Level, Leakage)
Replace every 1,60,000 kms or 10 years, which ever comes earlier
DRIVE SHAFTS
1. Drive shafts boot (Boot cut / Damage) I I I I I I I I I
2. Drive Shaft Noise I I I I I I I I I I
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*Interval: This interval should be judged by km (x 1,000) FREE INSPECTIONS PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE AT COST
odometer reading or months, whichever comes months 1 5 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
first.
1 6 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
BRAKE
1. Brake fluid (Level, Leakage) I I I R I R I R I R
2. Brake pedal (Pedal-to-wall clearance) I I I I I I I I I I
3. Parking brake lever and cable (Play, Damage) I I I I I I I I I I
a. Brake discs and pads (Wear) I I I I I I I I I
4.
b. Brake drums & shoes (Wear) I I I I I I I I
Master cylinder, wheel cylinder, caliper piston (Fluid leakage, Boot/Seal
5. I I I I I I I I I I
Damage)
6. Brake hoses and pipes (Fluid leakage, Damage) I I I I I I I I I I
WHEEL
1. Tyres (Air pressure, Abnormal wear, Crack, Rotation) I I&O I&O I&O I&O I&O I&O I&O I&O I&O
2. Wheels (Damage) I I I I I I I I I I
3. Front/Rear wheel bearings (Loose, Damage) I I I I I I I I I
FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION
1. Suspension strut (Oil leakage, Damage) I I I I I I I I I I
2. Suspension arms/knuckle support (Loose, Damage) I I I I I I I I I
3. Rear spring (Damage) I I I I I I I I I
4. Shock absorbers (Oil leakage, Damage) I I I I I I I I I I
5. All bolts and nuts (Loose) T T T T T T T T T
6. Suspension arms and Tension rods I I I I I I I I I
STEERING
1. Steering wheel (Play, Loose) I I I I I I I I I I
2. All rods and arms (Loose, Damage, Wear) I I I I I I I I I I
ELECTRICAL
1. Battery electrolyte (Level, leakage) I I I I I I I I I I
2. Wiring harness connection (Loose, Damage) I I I I I I I I I
3. Lighting system (Operation, Stains, Damage) I I I I I I I I I I
4. Horn (Operation) I I I I I I I I I I
5. System voltage I I I I I I I I I I
BODY
1. All chassis bolts and nuts (Tighten) I I T T T T T T T
2. All latches, hinges and locks (Function) I I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L
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*Interval: This interval should be judged by km (x 1,000) FREE INSPECTIONS PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE AT COST
odometer reading or months, whichever comes months 1 5 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
first.
1 6 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
ROAD TEST
1. Operation of Brakes, Gear shifting and speedometer I I I I I I I I I I
2. Body and Chassis noise I I I I I I I I I I
AIR CONDITIONER (if equipped)
1. Check belt tension I I I I I I I I I I
3. Tighten compressor mounting bolts T T T T T T T T T
2. All hose joints (Check, Tighten) I I I I I I I I I I
4. Check functioning of Recirculating flap I I I I I I I I I I
5. Clean condenser with low pressure water C C C C C C C C C
6. Check belt for frayed edges, change if necessary I I I I I I I I I
7. Check all mounting bolts I I I I I I I I I
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Periodic Maintenance
Schedule
ALTO K10
A: Adjust
C: Clean
R: Replace or Change
I : Inspect, clean, adjust, lubricate or
replace as necessary
L : Lubricate
T : Tighten to Specified Torque
O: Rotate
NOTE:
This table includes services as scheduled
up to 80,000 km mileage. Beyond 80,000
km, carry out the same services at the
same intervals respectively.
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*Interval: This interval should be judged by km (x 1,000) FREE INSPECTIONS PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE AT COST
odometer reading or months, whichever comes months 1 5 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
first.
1 6 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
ENGINE
1. Water pump drive belt (Tension, Wear) I I
2. Engine Coolant (Level, Leakage) I I I R I R I R I R
3. Engine oil and Oil filter R R R R R R R R
4. Cooling system hoses and connections (Leakage, Damage) I I I I I I I I I I
5. Engine bolts (All cylinder head and manifold fixings) T T T T
6. Engine Mounting (Loose, Damage) T T T T
7. Valve Clearance I I
8. Exhaust System (Noise, Leakage etc.) I I I I I
9. Positive crankcase ventilation System (Hoses, Connections and Valve) I I I I I
IGNITION
1. Ignition wiring (Damage, Deterioration) I I I I
2. Spark plugs R R
FUEL
Paved-road Clean every 5,000 km. Replace after every 40,000 km.
1. Air cleaner Dusty condition Clean every 2,500 km or as required. Replace after every 40,000 km.
More frequent replacement if dust condition is severe.
2. Fuel tank cap, fuel lines and connections (Leakage, Damage) I I I
3. Fuel filter (Leakage) I I I I R I I I R
CLUTCH AND TRANMISSION
1. Clutch pedal (Play) I I I I I I I I I I
2. Clutch slipping (Dragging or Excessive damage) I I I I I I I I I I
I I I I I I I I I I
3. Manual Transmission Oil (Level, Leakage)
Replace every 1,60,000 kms or 10 years whichever comes first
DRIVE SHAFTS
1. Drive shaft boots (Boot cut / Damage) I I I I I I I I I I
2. Drive Shaft Noise I I I I I I I I I I
BRAKE
1. Brake fluid (Level, Leakage) I I I R I R I R I R
2. Brake pedal (Pedal-to-wall clearance) I I I I I I I I I I
7-7
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*Interval: This interval should be judged by km (x 1,000) FREE INSPECTIONS PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE AT COST
odometer reading or months, whichever comes months 1 5 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
first.
1 6 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
3. Parking brake level and cable (Play, Damage) I I I I I I I I I I
a. Brake discs and pads (Wear) I I I I I I I I I
4.
b. Brake drums & shoes (Wear) I I I I I I I I
5. Master cylinder, wheel cylinder, caliper piston (Fluid leakage, Boot/Seal I I I I I I I I I I
Damage)
6. Brake hoses and pipes (Fluid leakage, Damage) I I I I I I I I I I
WHEEL
1. Tyres (Air pressure, Abnormal wear, Crack and Rotation) I I&O I&O I&O I&O I&O I&O I&O I&O I&O
2. Wheels (Damage) I I I I I I I I I I
3. Front/Rear wheel bearing (Loose, Damage) I I I I I I I I I
FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION
1. Suspension strut (Oil leakage, Damage) I I I I I I I I I I
2. Suspension arms/knuckle support (Loose, Damage) I I I I I I I I I
3. Rear spring (Damage) I I I I I I I I I
4. Shock absorbers (Oil leakage, Damage) I I I I I I I I I I
5. All bolts and nuts (Loose) T T T T T T T T T
6. Suspension arms and Tension rods I I I I I I I I I
STEERING
1. Steering wheel (Play, Loose) I I I I I I I I I I
2. All rods and arms (Loose, Damage, Wear) I I I I I I I I I I
ELECTRICAL
1. Battery electrolyte (Level, Leakage) I I I I I I I I I I
2. Wiring harness connection (Loose, Damage) I I I I I I I I I
3. Lighting system (Operation, Stains, Damage) I I I I I I I I I I
4. Horn (Operation) I I I I I I I I I I
5. System voltage I I I I I I I I I I
BODY
1. All chassis bolts and nuts (Tighten) I T T T T T T T T
2. All latches, hinges and locks (Function) I I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L
ROAD TEST
1. Operation of Brakes, Gear shifting and speedometer I I I I I I I I I I
2. Body and Chassis noise I I I I I I I I I I
7-8
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*Interval: This interval should be judged by km (x 1,000) FREE INSPECTIONS PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE AT COST
odometer reading or months, whichever comes months 1 5 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
first.
1 6 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
AIR CONDITIONER (if equipped)
1. Check belt tension I I I I I I I I I I
3. Tighten compressor mounting bolts T T T T T T T T T
2. Check all hose joints (Check, Tighten) I I I I I I I I I I
4. Check functioning of Recirculating flap I I I I I I I I I I
5. Clean condenser with low pressure water C C C C C C C C C
6. Check belt for frayed edges, change if necessary I I I I I I I I I
7. Check all mounting bolts I I I I I I I I I
7-9
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53M-09-005
(1) Preferred
Be sure that the engine oil you use comes
under the quality classification of SL, SM
53M-09-003 and SN. Select the appropriate oil viscosity
according to the above chart.
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SAE 0W-20 (1) is the best choice for good limit, add enough oil to raise the level to the Changing Engine Oil and Filter
fuel economy, and good starting in cold upper limit.
weather. Drain the engine oil while the engine is still
warm.
NOTICE 1) Remove the oil filler cap.
Oil Level Check Failure to check the oil level regularly 2) Place a drain pan under the drain plug.
could lead to serious engine trouble 3) Using a wrench, remove the drain plug
EXAMPLE due to insufficient oil. and drain out the engine oil.
Refilling CAUTION
The engine oil temperature may be
EXAMPLE high enough to burn your fingers
when the drain plug is loosened. Wait
until the drain plug is cool enough to
touch with your bare hands.
ALTO 800
68KH066
EXAMPLE
(1)
It is important to keep the engine oil at the
correct level for proper lubrication of your
vehicles engine. Check the oil level with
the vehicle on a level surface. The oil level 53M-09-007
indication may be inaccurate if the vehicle
is on a slope. The oil level should be Remove the oil filler cap and pour oil slowly
checked either before starting the engine through the filler hole to bring the oil level
or at least 5 minutes after stopping the to the upper limit on the dipstick. Be careful
engine. not to overfill. Too much oil is almost as
bad as too little oil. After refilling, start the
Pull out the oil dipstick, wipe oil off with a engine and allow it to idle for about a min-
clean cloth, insert the dipstick all the way ute. Stop the engine, wait about 5 minutes 53MH0701
into the engine, then remove it again. The and check the oil level again.
oil on the stick should be between the Tightening torque for drain plug (1):
upper and lower limits shown on the stick. 49 Nm (4.9 kg-m, 36.0 lb-ft)
If the oil level indication is near the lower
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ALTO K10 4) Reinstall the drain plug and new gas- Tightening (viewed from filter top)
ket. Tighten the plug with a wrench to EXAMPLE
EXAMPLE the specified torque.
(2)
Replace the Oil Filter
1) Using an oil filter wrench, turn the oil fil-
ter counterclockwise and remove it.
2) Using a clean rag, wipe off the mount-
ing surface on the engine where the
new filter will be seated.
3) Smear a little engine oil around the rub- (1)
ber gasket of the new oil filter.
53M-09-009 4) Screw on the new filter by hand until the
Tightening torque for drain plug (1): filter gasket contacts the mounting sur- 82JN146
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53MH0702
EXAMPLE
NOTICE
ALTO 800
The mixture you use should con-
tain 50% concentration of anti-
freeze.
If the lowest ambient temperature
in your area is expected to be
35C (31F) or below, use higher
concentrations up to 60% following
the instructions on the antifreeze
container.
53M-09-015
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Coolant Replacement Unclamp/Unscrew the side clamps/screws, 3) Pullout the ignition coil (3) and remove
Since special procedures are required, we and remove the element from the air the spark plug.
recommend you take your vehicle to your cleaner case. If it appears to be dirty,
MARUTI SUZUKI dealer for coolant replace it with a new one. NOTE:
replacement. When installation, make sure the wires,
Spark Plugs couplers, sealing rubber of top cover and
Air Cleaner washers, are correctly returned in place.
You should inspect spark plugs periodically
ALTO 800 for carbon deposits. When carbon accu- EXAMPLE
mulates on a spark plug, a strong spark
EXAMPLE may not be produced. Remove carbon Right Wrong
deposits with a wire or pin and adjust the
(1)
spark plug gap.
NOTE: (3)
For ALTO K10: Unclamp the air filter bolt
and then remove the air cleaner case.
ALTO K10 (2)
(1) EXAMPLE
53MM07008
53MM07007
NOTE:
Remove hose (1) from air cleaner case NOTICE
before unclamping. When pulling the ignition coils out,
ALTO K10 do not pull on the cable. Pulling on
the cable can damage it.
When servicing the iridium/plati-
num spark plugs (slender center
electrode type plugs), do not touch
53M-09-019 the center electrode, as it is easy to
To access the spark plugs: damage.
1) If necessary, disconnect the coupler (1)
while pushing the release lever.
2) Remove the ignition coil bolts (2).
EXAMPLE
53M-09-017
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NOTICE
When replacing spark plugs, you
should use the brand and type speci-
60G160S
fied for your vehicle. For the speci-
NOTICE fied spark plugs, refer to the
68KH073
SPECIFICATIONS section at the
When installing the spark plugs, end of this book. (1) Oil filler and level plug
screw them in with your fingers to
avoid stripping the threads. To check the gear oil level, use the follow-
Tighten with a torque wrench to Gear Oil ing procedure:
25 Nm (2.5 kg-m, 18.0 lb-ft). Do not Manual Transaxle Oil
allow contaminants to enter the 1) Park the vehicle on a level surface with
engine through the spark plug When adding gear oil, use gear oil with the the parking brake applied. Then, stop
holes when the plugs are removed. appropriate viscosity and grade. the engine.
Never use spark plugs with the 2) Remove the oil filler plug (1) or (2).
We highly recommend you use: MARUTI 3) Check the inside of the hole with your
wrong thread size. Genuine GEAR OIL 75W-80 for manual finger. If the oil level comes up to the
transaxle gear oil or automated manual bottom of the plug hole, the oil level is
EXAMPLE transaxle oil. correct. If so, reinstall the plug.
Manual transaxle oil (API GL-4) 4) If the oil level is low, add gear oil
a through the oil filler plug hole (1) or (2)
until the oil level reaches the bottom of
the filler hole, then reinstall the plug.
Tightening torque (1):
21 Nm (2.1 kg-m, 15.5 lb-ft)
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NOTICE
When tightening the plug, apply the
following sealing compound or
equivalent to the plug threads to pre- (1)
vent oil leakage. (2)
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Brakes
WARNING WARNING
Brake Fluid Failure to follow the guidelines below Brake fluid is harmful or fatal if swal-
can result in personal injury or seri- lowed, and harmful if it comes in con-
ous damage to the brake system. tact with skin or eyes. If swallowed,
If the brake fluid in the reservoir do not induce vomiting. Immediately
drops below a certain level, the contact a poison control center or a
brake warning light on the instru- physician. If brake fluid gets in eyes,
ment panel will come on (the flush eyes with water and seek medi-
engine must be running with the cal attention. Wash thoroughly after
parking brake fully disengaged). handling. Solution can be poisonous
Should the light come on, immedi- to animals. Keep out of the reach of
ately ask your MARUTI SUZUKI children and animals.
dealer to inspect the brake system.
EXAMPLE A rapid fluid loss indicates a leak in NOTE:
53M-09-028
the brake system which should be With disc brakes, the fluid level can be
Check the brake fluid level by looking at inspected by your MARUTI SUZUKI expected to gradually fall as the brake
the reservoir in the engine compartment. dealer immediately. pads wear.
Check that the fluid level is between the Do not use any fluid other than
MAX and MIN lines. If the brake fluid MARUTI GENUINE BRAKE FLUID Brake Pedal
level is near the MIN line, fill it up to the (MGBF) brake fluid. Do not use Check if the brake pedal stops at the regu-
MAX line with MARUTI GENUINE reclaimed fluid or fluid that has lar height without spongy feeling when
BRAKE FLUID (MGBF). been stored in old or open contain- you depress it. If not, have the brake sys-
ers. It is essential that foreign parti- tem inspected by your MARUTI SUZUKI
cles and other liquids are kept out dealer. If you doubt the brake pedal for the
of the brake fluid reservoir. regular height, check it as follows:
CAUTION
Brake fluid can harm your eyes and
damage painted surfaces. Use cau-
tion when refilling the reservoir.
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Parking Brake
EXAMPLE
EXAMPLE
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Steering Tires
WARNING
EXAMPLE EXAMPLE Air pressures should be checked
when the tires are cold or you may
get inaccurate readings.
Check the inflation pressure from
time to time while inflating the tire
gradually, until the specified pres-
sure is obtained.
Never underinflate or overinflate
the tires.
Underinflation can cause unusual
handling characteristics or can
cause the rim to slip on the tire
bead, resulting in an accident or
53M-09-032 53M-09-033 damage to the tire or rim.
Steering wheel play c: The front and rear tire pressure specifica- Overinflation can cause the tire to
0 30 mm (0.0 1.2 in.) tions for your vehicle are listed on the Tire burst, resulting in personal injury.
Information Label. Both the front and rear Overinflation can also cause
Check the play of the steering wheel by tires should have the specified tire pres- unusual handling characteristics
gently turning it from left to right and mea- sure. which may result in an accident.
suring the distance that it moves before
you feel slight resistance. The play should Tire Inspection
be between the specified values. EXAMPLE
Inspect your vehicles tires at least once a
Check that the steering wheel turns easily month by performing the following checks:
and smoothly without rattling by turning it
all the way to the right and to the left while 1) Measure the air pressure with a tire
driving very slowly in an open area. If the gauge. Adjust the pressure if neces-
amount of free play is outside the specifi- sary. Remember to check the spare
cation or you find anything else to be tire, too.
wrong, an inspection must be performed
by your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.
53M-09-034
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Tubeless Tires (If equipped) tread around the tire marked by a trian- Battery
The vehicle is equipped with Tubeless gular symbol (TWI).
Tires. In tubeless tire, a thin layer of butyl 7) Always prefer tubeless tire mounting
rubber is used for lining the inside of the machine. In case of manual mounting- WARNING
tubeless tire. This layer is to prevent air tire/wheel rim damage may occur. Batteries produce flammable
loss and fulfilling the purpose of tube. The 8) In case of any problem, please get in hydrogen gas. Keep flames and
air pressure is maintained by the sealing touch with Maruti Suzuki Authorized sparks away from the battery or an
between tire bead and wheel rim. Tubeless Workshop. explosion may occur. Never smoke
tires are having advantage of slow air loss when working in the vicinity of the
and preventing sudden deflation while driv- battery.
ing. When checking or servicing the
battery, disconnect the negative
Care and maintenance tips for tubeless
cable. Be careful not to cause a
tires
short circuit by allowing metal
1) Always maintain recommended inflation
objects to contact the battery posts
pressure. Driving continuously at low
and the vehicle at the same time.
inflation pressure can lead to tire dam-
To avoid harm to yourself or dam-
age.
age to your vehicle or battery, fol-
2) In case any leakage is found, check for
low the jump starting instructions
any nail penetration/valve core dam-
in the EMERGENCY SERVICE
age or rim bent. Damaged wheel must
section of this manual if it is neces-
not be used.
sary to jump start your vehicle.
3) In case tire has run at low pressure, it
Diluted sulfuric acid spilled from
must be inspected for any defect.
battery can cause blindness or
4) Whenever new tire is fitted, replace the
severe burns. Use proper eye pro-
valve.
tection and gloves. Flush eyes or
5) If continuous high speed driving is
body with ample water and get
required, increase tires pressure by
medical care immediately if suf-
5 psi over recommended inflation pres-
fered.
sure.
Keep batteries out of the reach of
6) Never run the tire beyond TWI (Tread
Wear Indicator). The tire is recom- children.
mended to be replaced when the
remaining tread has worn to this point.
The indicators are spaced across the
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Fuses
53m-09-036 Your vehicle has three types of fuses, as
The level of the battery solution must be described below:
53M-09-037
kept between the MAX and the MIN Main fuse
level lines at all times. If the level is found The main fuse takes current directly from
to be below the MIN level line, add dis- To remove the battery: the battery.
tilled water to bring level between MAX 1) Disconnect the negative cable (1).
and MIN. You should, however, periodi- 2) Disconnect the positive cable (2). Primary fuses
cally check the battery, battery terminals, 3) Remove the retainer bolts (3) and These fuses are between the main fuse
and battery holddown bracket for corro- remove the retainer (4). and individual fuses, and are for electrical
sion. Remove corrosion using a stiff brush 4) Remove the battery along with cover load groups.
and ammonia mixed with water, or baking assembly (5) (if equipped).
soda mixed with water. After removing cor- Individual fuses
rosion, rinse with clean water. These fuses are for individual electrical cir-
If your vehicle is not going to be driven for NOTICE cuits. To remove a fuse, use the fuse puller
a month or longer, disconnect the cable provided in the fuse box.
from the negative terminal of the battery to Ensure that battery should not be
help prevent discharge. removed without cover assembly.
When the battery is reassembled
CAUTION into the vehicle, kindly ensure that
battery cover is also installed along
Do not overfill the battery with dis- with battery.
tilled water in order to avoid spillage.
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(14) 80A All electric load Fuses under the Dash Board
EXAMPLE
(15) Blank EXAMPLE
(16) Main relay
OK
(17) 30A Radiator fan fuse
(18) 15A Fuel injection fuse
(19) 10A Air compressor fuse
(20) Fuel pump relay BLOWN
Automated Manual Tran-
(21) 7.5A
saxle (if equipped)
Automated Manual Tran- 60G111
(22) 40A
saxle pump (if equipped) 68KH078
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Side Turn Signal Light (1) Removal Front turn signal light (1)
(2) Installation Front position light (2)
To remove a bulb holder from a light hous- ALTO 800
ing, turn the holder counterclockwise and EXAMPLE
pull it out. To install the holder, push the
holder in and turn it clockwise.
(2)
Bulb
(1)
EXAMPLE
EXAMPLE
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EXAMPLE
EXAMPLE 53M-09-057
53M-09-059
53M-09-055 High-mount stop light If the wiper blades become brittle or dam-
ALTO K10 aged, or make streaks when wiping,
replace the wiper blades.
To install new wiper blades, follow the pro-
cedures below.
NOTICE
To avoid scratching or breaking the
window, do not let the wiper arm
strike the window while replacing the
wiper blade.
EXAMPLE NOTE:
EXAMPLE 53M-09-058
Some wiper blades may be different from
the ones described here depending on
53M-09-056
vehicle specifications. If so, consult your
Remove the screw (1). Remove the combi- MARUTI SUZUKI dealer for proper
nation light (2) by pulling it outside. replacement method.
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For windshield wipers: 2) Squeeze lock (1) towards wiper arm (2) 4) If the new blade is provided without the
and remove the wiper frame from the two metal retainers, move them from
EXAMPLE arm as shown. the old blade to the new one.
3) Unlock the lock end of the wiper blade
and slide the blade out as shown. EXAMPLE
Removal
53M-09-060
EXAMPLE
53M-09-065
(A) Up
54G132 (B) Down
53M-09-061 (1) Locked end
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53M-09-066
WARNING
Do not use anti-freeze solution in
the windshield washer reservoir. This
can severely impair visibility when
sprayed on the windshield, and also
damage your vehicles paint.
NOTICE
Damage may result if the washer
motor is operated with no fluid in the
washer tank.
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EMERGENCY SERVICE
Tire Changing Tool .................................................................8-1
Jacking Instructions ...............................................................8-1
Changing Wheels ....................................................................8-4
Jump Starting Instructions ....................................................8-5
Towing ......................................................................................8-6
If the Starter Does Not Operate ..............................................8-6
If the Engine is Flooded ..........................................................8-6
If the Engine Overheats ..........................................................8-7
Warning Triangle .....................................................................8-8
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Tire Changing Tool The jack handle and wheel brace are
stowed in the storage bag. CAUTION
EXAMPLE The jack should be used only to
change wheels. It is important to read
the jacking instructions in this sec-
tion before attempting to use the
(1)
jack.
Jacking Instructions
EXAMPLE
53MH0801
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(1) Front
(2) Rear
(1) EXAMPLE (3) Jack bracket
(4) Rear axle
(5) Jacking point for garage jack
NOTICE
(3) Never apply a garage jack to the
exhaust pipe or engine undercover
and rear torsion beam.
NOTE:
For more details, please contact an autho-
rized MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.
(4)
(1)
(2)
(4)
(5)
53MH0805
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NOTE:
Jack and the tools are located below the
luggage compartment board.
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EXAMPLE 53M-10-016
53M-10-015
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APPEARANCE CARE
Corrosion Prevention ......................................................... 9-1
Vehicle Cleaning ................................................................. 9-2
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Corrosion Prevention vehicle which are not well ventilated to required. Be sure that any cleaner you use
permit quick drying. is not harmful to painted surfaces and is
It is important to take good care of your specifically intended for your purposes.
This information illustrates the necessity of
vehicle to protect it from corrosion. Listed Follow the manufacturers directions when
keeping your vehicle (particularly the
below are instructions for how to maintain using these special cleaners.
underbody) as clean and dry as possible. It
your vehicle to prevent corrosion. Please
is equally important to repair any damage
read and follow these instructions carefully. Repair finish damage
to the paint or protective coatings as soon
Carefully examine your vehicle for damage
as possible.
Important Information About to the painted surfaces. Should you find
Corrosion How to Help Prevent Corrosion
any chips or scratches in the paint, touch
them up immediately to prevent corrosion
Common causes of corrosion Wash your vehicle frequently from starting. If the chips or scratches have
1) Accumulation of road salt, dirt, mois- gone through to the bare metal, have a
The best way to preserve the finish on your
ture, or chemicals in hard-to-reach qualified body shop make the repair.
vehicle and to help avoid corrosion is to
areas of the vehicle underbody or keep it clean with frequent washing. Wash
frame. Keep passenger and luggage compart-
your vehicle at least once during the winter
2) Chipping, scratches and any damage to ments clean
and once immediately after the winter.
treated or painted metal surfaces Moisture, dirt or mud can accumulate
Keep your vehicle, particularly the under-
resulting from minor accidents or abra- under the floor mats and may cause corro-
side, as clean and dry as possible. If you
sion by stones and gravel. sion. Occasionally, check under these
frequently drive on salted roads, your vehi-
cle should be washed at least once a mats to ensure that this area is clean and
Environmental conditions which accel- dry. More frequent checks are necessary if
month during the winter. If you live near the
erate corrosion the vehicle is used off road or in wet
ocean, your vehicle should be washed at
1) Road salt, dust control chemicals, sea weather.
least once a month throughout the year.
air or industrial pollution will all acceler- Certain cargos such as chemicals, fertiliz-
ate the corrosion of metal. For washing instructions, refer to the Vehi- ers, cleaners, salts, etc. are extremely cor-
2) High humidity will increase the rate of cle Cleaning section. rosive by nature. These products should
corrosion particularly when the tem- be transported in sealed containers. If a
perature range is just above the freez- Remove foreign material deposits spill or leak does occur, clean and dry the
ing point. Foreign material such as salts, chemicals, area immediately.
3) Moisture in certain areas of a vehicle road oil or tar, tree sap, bird droppings and
for an extended period of time may pro- industrial fall-out may damage the finish of
mote corrosion even though other body your vehicle if it is left on painted surfaces.
sections may be completely dry. Remove these types of deposits as quickly
4) High temperatures will cause an accel- as possible. If these deposits are difficult to
erated rate of corrosion to parts of the wash off, an additional cleaner may be
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Store your vehicle in a dry, well-venti- Vehicle Cleaning Cleaning the Interior
lated area
Do not park your vehicle in a damp, poorly Vinyl upholstery
ventilated area. If you often wash your EXAMPLE Prepare a solution of soap or mild deter-
vehicle in the garage or if you frequently gent mixed with warm water. Apply the
drive it in when wet, your garage may be solution to the vinyl with a sponge or soft
damp. The high humidity in the garage cloth and let it soak for a few minutes to
may cause or accelerate corrosion. A wet loosen dirt.
vehicle may corrode even in a heated Rub the surface with a clean, damp cloth to
garage if the ventilation is poor. remove dirt and the soap solution. If some
dirt still remains on the surface, repeat this
procedure.
WARNING
Do not apply additional undercoating Fabric upholstery
or rust preventive coating on or Remove loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.
around exhaust system components Using a mild soap solution, rub stained
such as the catalytic converter, 76G044S areas with a clean damp cloth. To remove
exhaust pipes, etc. A fire could be soap, rub the areas again with a cloth
started if the undercoating substance WARNING dampened with water. Repeat this until the
becomes overheated. stain is removed, or use a commercial fab-
When cleaning the interior or exterior ric cleaner for tougher stains. If you use a
of the vehicle, NEVER USE flammable fabric cleaner, carefully follow the manu-
solvents such as lacquer thinners, facturers instructions and precautions.
gasoline, benzene or cleaning materi-
als such as bleaches or strong Seat belts
household detergents. The materials Clean seat belts with a mild soap and
could cause personal injury or dam- water. Do not use bleach or dye on the
age to the vehicle. belts. They may weaken the fabric in the
belts.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
GENERAL INFORMATION
Vehicle Identification .......................................................... 10-1
10
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Vehicle Identification Engine Serial Number The engine serial number is stamped on
the cylinder block as shown in the illustra-
ALTO 800
Chassis Serial Number tion.
53M-12-002
53M-12-001
ALTO K10
The chassis and/or engine serial numbers
are used to register the vehicle. They are
also used to assist your dealer when order-
ing or referring to special service informa-
tion. Whenever you have occasion to
consult your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer,
remember to identify your vehicle with this
number. Should you find the number diffi-
cult to read, you will also find it on the iden-
tification plate.
53M-12-003
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SPECIFICATIONS
NOTE:
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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ITEM: Engine
ALTO 800 ALTO K10
Type F8D K10B
Number of cylinders 3 3
Bore 68.5 mm 73 mm
Stroke 72.0 mm 79.5 mm
Piston displacement 796 cm3 (796 cc) 998 cm3 (998 cc)
Compression ratio 10.95 0.4 : 1 11 0.4 : 1
ITEM: Electrical
ALTO 800 ALTO K10
Standard spark plug Nickel plug NGK DCPR7E, BOSCH YR7DC NGK, KR6A-10
Battery 12V 34B19 12V 34B19
Fuses See INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE section.
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ITEM: Lights
ALTO 800 ALTO K10
WATTAGE BULB No. WATTAGE BULB No.
Headlight 12V 60/55W H4 12V 60/55W H4
Front 12V 21W P21W 12V 21W PY21W
Turn signal light
Rear 12V 21W PY21W 12V 21W PY21W
Side turn signal light 12V 5W W5W 12V 5W W5W
Position light 12V 5W W5W 12V 5W W5W
Brake/tail light 12V 21/5W P21/5W 12V 21/5W P21/5W
License plate light 12V 5W W5W 12V 5W W5W
Reversing light 12V 21W P21W 12V 21W P21W
Interior light 12V 8W 12V 8W
High mount stop light 12V 16W W16W 12V 16W W16W
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