Suzuki SIDEKICK Owners Manual

SUZUKI

1995

OWNER'S MANUAL

Keep With Vehicle At All Times. Contains Important Information

On Safety, Operation & Maintenance.

SUZUKI

Caring for Customers

Part No. 99011-60A26-03E June, 1994

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This owner's manual applies to the following models of the SIDEKICK series:

CANVAS TOP

2-DOOR HARDTOP

4-D00R HARDTOP

TABLE OF CONTENTS

FUEL RECOMMENDATION

BEFORE DRIVING

STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS

INSTRUMENT PANEL

OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

DRIVING TIPS

VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING

INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

EMERGENCY SERVICE

APPEARANCE CARE

GENERAL INFORMATION Including "Reporting Safety Defects"

FUSES AND PROTECTED CIRCUITS

SPECIFICATIONS

INDEX

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FOREWORD

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This manual is an essential part of your

vehicle and should be kept with the vehi-

cle at all times. Please read this manual

carefully and review it from time to time.

It contains important information on safe-

ityr"operation, and maintenance. It is

especially important that this manual remain with the vehicle at the time of

resale. The next owner will need this in-

formation also.

Your SUZUKI multipurpose vehicle is designed and built to be capable of performing both on pavement and off road. You should therefore remember that your vehicle is distinctly different from ordinary passenger cars in handling as well as in

structure. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident. Be sure to read "on-pavement" and "off-road" driving guidelines which follow. It is very important to familiarize

yourself with the proper operation of this

vehicle before you start driving.

IF YOU HAVE ANY PROBLEMS WITH

YOUR SUZUKI:

Please review the New Vehicle Warranty Information booklet supplied with your Suzuki. Should you have a question or problem regarding the warranty or service of your vehicle, please take the following action:

Consult the Service Manager and the

Owner of the Suzuki Automotive Dealership. Explain your problem and ask their assistance in resolving your problem. The Owner of the dealership is in the very best position to assist you as he or she is vitally concerned with your continued satisfaction.

If you are still in need of additional information, or if you are dissatisfied, request that your dealer arrange a meeting with your District Service Manager.

If, after doing so, you still require further assistance, and you purchased your Suzuki in the continental United States, please contact the American Suzuki Customer Relations Department at 1-800934-0934 or write:

American Suzuki Motor Corporation Automotive Customer Relations 3251 East Imperial Highway

Brea, CA 92621-6722 Please be certain to provide us with the

following information: the model. Vehicle Identification Number, mileage, accessories involved, event dates, dealer name, dealer personnel consulted, your problem or question, and any other comments you have. When we receive your correspondence, we will be glad to contact the Owner of your dealership and

assist in resolving your concern. For owners outside the continental United

States, please refer to the distributor's address listed in your Warranty Information booklet.

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All information in this manual is based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. Due to improvements or other changes, there may be discrepancies between information in this manual and your vehicle. Suzuki reserves the right to make production changes at any time, without notice and without incurring any obligation to make the same or similar changes to vehicles previously built or sold.

SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION believes

in conservation and protection of Earth's natural resources.

To that end, we encourage every vehicle owner to recycle, trade in, or properly dispose of, as appropriate, used motor oil, coolant, and other fluids; batteries; and tires.

SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION

IMPORTANT

WARNING/

Please read this manual and follow its instructions carefully. To emphasize special information, the symbol and the words WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE have special meanings. Pay special attention to the messages highlighted by these signal words:

Indicates a potential hazard that could result in death or injury.

Indicates a potential hazard that could result in vehicle damage.

NOTE: Indicates special information to make maintenance easier or instructions clearer.

CAUTION/NOTE

A CAUTION

MODIFICATION WARNING

Do not modify this vehicle. Modification could adversely affect safety, handling, performance, or durability and may violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from modification may not be covered under warranty.

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FUEL RECOMMENDATION

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BEFORE DRIVING

FUEL RECOMMENDATION

Fuel recommendation 1-1

Keys 2-1 Door Locks 2-1 Windows 2-4 Mirrors 2-5 Seat Adjustment 2-7 Head Restraints 2-9 Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems 2-10

FUEL RECOMMENDATION

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FUEL RECOMMENDATION

Your vehicle requires regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum rating of 87

pump octane (r+m/2 method). In some areas, the only fuels that are available

are oxygenated fuels. Oxygenated fuels which meet the

minimum octane requirement and the requirements described below may be used in your vehicle without jeopardizing the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

NOTE: Oxygenated fuels are fuels which contain oxygen-carrying additives such as MTBE or alcohol.

Gasoline Containing MTBE

Unleaded gasoline containing MTBE

(methyl tertiary butyl ether) may be used in your vehicle if the MTBE content is not greater than 15%. This oxygenated fuel does not contain alcohol.

Gasoline/Ethanol Blends

Blends of unleaded gasoline and ethanol

(grain alcohol), also known as gasohol,

may be used in your vehicle if the ethanol content is not greater than 10%.

Gasoline/Methanol Blends

Avoid using blends of unleaded gasoline

and methanol (wood alcohol) whenever

possible. Do NOT USE fuels containing

more than 5% methanol under any circumstances. Fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems resulting from the use of such fuels are not the responsibility of SUZUKI and may not be covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

Fuels containing 5% or less methanol

may be suitable for use in your vehicle if they contain cosolvents and corrosion inhibiters.

Fuel Pump Labeling

In some states, pumps that dispense oxygenated fuels are required to be labeled for the type and percentage of oxygenate and whether important additives are present. Such labels may provide enough information for you to determine if a particular blend of fuel meets the re- \ quirements listed above. In other areas, f pumps may not be clearly labeled as to the content or type of oxygenate and ad- i ditives. If you are not sure that the fuel j you intend to use meets these requirements, check with the service station operator or the fuel supplier.

NOTE: To help clean the air, SUZUKI recommends you use the oxygenated fuels.

However, if you are not satisfied with the driveability or fuel economy of your vehicle when you are using an oxygenated

fuel, switch back to the regular unleaded gasoline.

A CAUTION

Be careful not to spill fuel containing alcohol while refueling. Fuels containing alcohol can cause paint damage, which is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

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KEYS

BEFORE DRIVING

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DOOR LOCKS

Your vehicle comes with a pair of identical

keys. Keep the spare key in a safe place. One key can open all of the locks on the vehicle.

The key identification number is stamped

on a metal tag provided with the keys. Keep the tag in a safe place. If you lose your keys, you will need this number to have new keys made. Write the number below for your future reference.

KEY NUMBER:

Ignition Key Reminder

A buzzer sounds to remind you to remove the ignition key if it is in the ignition switch when the driver's door is opened.

Side Door Locks

To lock a front door from outside the vehicle: a) Insert the key and turn the top of the

key toward the front of the vehicle, or

b) Push in the lock knob and hold the

door handle up as you close the door.

To unlock a front door from outside the

vehicle, insert the key and turn the top of

the key toward the rear of the vehicle.

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BEFORE DRIVING

2-door model

UNLOCK

LOCK

To lock a door from inside the vehicle,

push down the lock knob. Pull up the lock knob to unlock the door.

• For 4-DOOR MODEL To lock a rear side door from outside the vehicle, push in the lock knob and close the door. You do not need to hold the door handle up as you close the door.

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Power Door Locks (if Equipped)

The power door lock switch is located on the driver's side door panel. For vehicles with this feature, you can lock and unlock all side doors and rear door simultaneously by:

a) Using the key in the driver's side door

lock or in the rear door lock, or

b) Operating the power door lock switch.

• For 2-Door model Pushing down on the switch locks both side doors and rear door, and pulling up on the switch unlocks both side doors and rear door.

• For 4-Door model Pushing the upper part of the switch locks all side doors and rear door, and pushing the lower part of the switch unlocks all side doors and rear door.

You can also lock all side doors and rear door by pushing in the door lock knob on the driver's door, but pulling up the lock

knob on the driver's door will unlock the

driver's door only.

NOTE:

* Using the key or moving the lock knob

on the passenger's door will lock or unlock the passenger's door only.

BEFORE DRIVING

Child Lock System (If Equipped)

Each of the rear doors is equipped with a child lock which can be used to help prevent unwanted opening of the door

from inside the vehicle. When the lock

lever is in the "LOCK" position (1), the rear door can only be opened from outside.

When the lock lever is in the "RELEASE"

position (2), the rear door can be opened

from inside or outside.

Rear Door Lock

To lock the rear door, insert the key and turn it counterclockwise. To unlock the

door, turn the key clockwise.

Power Rear Door Lock (If Equipped)

The power rear door lock buttons are

located on the instrument panel. By pushing the appropriate button you can lock or unlock the rear door from inside

the vehicle.

Always lock all doors when driving.

Locking the doors helps to prevent occupants from being thrown from the vehicle in the event of an accident. It

also helps prevent unintended open-

ing of the doors.

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BEFORE DRIVING

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WINDOWS

Manual Window Control (If Equipped)

Raise or lower the door windows by turning the hand crank located on the door panel.

2-Door model

Driver's side

Power Window Controls (If Equipped)

Passenger's side

The driver's door has a switch to operate the driver's window ©, and a switch to operate the front passenger's window @. In 4-door models, the console between the front seats has switches ®, ©, to operate the rear left and right passenger windows, respectively.

The passenger's door only has a switch to operate the passenger's window (D. The power windows can only be operated when the ignition switch is in the "ON" position.

• For 2-Door model To open a window, push the lower part of the switch and to close a window push the upper part of the switch.

4-Door model

Driver's side

Console

Passenger's door (front, rear)

• For 4-Door model To open a window, push the top part of the switch and to close the window

lift up the top part of the switch.

The driver's window has an auto-down feature for added convenience (at toll

booths or drive-through restaurants, for example). This means you can open the window without holding the window switch in the "Down" posi- tion. Press the driver's window switch

completely down and release it. To

it reaches the bottom, pull the switch up

briefly.

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MIRRORS

BEFORE DRIVING

The driver's door also has a lock button for the passenger's window(s). When you push in the lock button, the passenger's window(s) can not be raised or lowered

by operating either of the switches (2) or

(3), and (4) or (5) in 4-door models. To

restore normal operation, release the lock

button by pushing on it again.

You should always push in the lock button when there are children in the vehicle. Children can be seriously injured if they get part of their body caught by the window during operation.

Rear Side Window (2-door model)

To open the rear side window, move the lock lever forward and outward. To close the window, pull the lever inward and rearward until it clicks into position.

Day driving

Day-Night Rearview Mirror (If Equipped)

Night driving

To adjust the inside rearview mirror, set the selector tab to the day position, then move the mirror up, down, or sideways to obtain the best view.

When driving at night, you can move the selector tab to the night position to reduce glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you.

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BEFORE DRIVING

Always adjust the mirror with the selector set to the day position. Only use the night position if it is necessary to reduce glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you. Be aware that in this position you

may not be able to see some objects that could be seen in the day position.

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Outside Rearview Mirrors

Adjust the outside rearview mirrors so you can just see the side of your vehicle in the mirrors.

The passenger's side mirror is a convex (curved surface) mirror. Objects seen in this mirror will look smaller and appear farther away than when seen in a flat mirror.

Be careful when judging the size or distance of a vehicle or other object

seen in the side convex mirror. Be

aware that objects look smaller and

appear farther away than when seen

in a flat mirror.

Power Mirror Control (If Equipped)

The switch to control the power rearview mirrors is located on the instrument panel. You can only adjust the mirrors when the ignition switch is in the "ON" position. To adjust the mirrors:

1) Move the selector switch to the left or right to select the mirror you wish to adjust.

2) Press the outer part of the switch that corresponds to the direction you wish to move the mirror.

3) Return the selector switch to the center position to help prevent unintended adjustment.

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SEAT ADJUSTMENT

Never attempt to adjust the driver's seat or seatback while driving. The seat or seatback could move unexpectedly, causing loss of control. Be sure that the driver's seat and seatback are properly adjusted before you start driving.

Adjusting Seat Position

The adjustment lever for each front seat is located under the front of the seat, on the outboard side. The adjustment levers for each split folding rear seat in the 2-door model are located under the front and rear of the seat, on the inboard side. To adjust the seat position, pull up on the adjustment lever and slide the seat forward or rearward. After adjustment, try to move the seat forward and rearward to ensure that it is securely latched.

BEFORE DRIVING

To avoid excessive seat belt slack, which reduces the effectiveness of the seat belts as a safety device, make sure that the front seats and split folding rear seats are adjusted before the seat belts are fastened.

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BEFORE DRIVING

Adjusting Seatbacks

The front and rear seatbacks can be ad- justed to different angles. To adjust the seatback angle of front seats, pull up the

lever on the outboard side of the seat, move the seatback to the desired posi-

tion, and release the lever to lock the seat-

back in place.

To adjust the seatback angle of rear seats: a) Pull up the knob on the top of a split

folding seat. or

Pull up both knobs on the top of a

onepiece seat.

Split folding rear seat in the 2-door model

5 positions

b) Move the seatback to one of the lock

positions. Split folding seats in the 2-door model have five lock positions and other rear seats have two lock

positions.

c) Release the knob(s) to lock the seat-

back in position. After adjustment, try

moving the seatback to make sure it

is securely locked.

Other rear seats

2 positions

r-l

Seatbacks should always be in a fair- ly upright position when the vehicle is being used, or seat belt effectiveness may be reduced. Seat belts are designed to offer maximum protec- tion when seatbacks are in the fully upright position.

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HEAD RESTRAINTS (If Equipped)

Walk-In Type Seats (2-door model)

The front seats are walk-in type seats, which move to provide easy entry to and exit from the rear seat(s). You can move a walk-in seat from outside the vehicle by pulling up the lever on the outboard side of the seat. You can move the front

passenger's seat from inside the vehicle by pulling on the rear ring. When you

Before returning a walk-in seat to its normal seating position, make sure that the feet of the passenger in the rear seat are out of the way. After returning the seat to its normal seating position, make sure it is securely latched.

release a walk-in seat, it will automatically slide forward and the seatback will fold forward.

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Head restraints are designed to help reduce the risk of neck injuries in case of

an accident. Adjust the head restraint to the position which places the top of the head restraint

closest to the top of your ears.

Never drive the vehicle with the head restraints removed.

* Do not attempt to adjust the head

restraint while driving.

BEFORE DRIVING

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SEAT BELTS AND CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS

(For front seat in the 2-door model) Pull upward on the restraint to raise it to

the first position. To raise it higher (or to

lower), pull upward on the restraint (or push it down) while pushing in the release.

(For front seat in the 4-door model) To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the restraint until it clicks. To lower the

restraint, push down on the restraint

while holding in the lock lever. If a head

restraint must be removed (for cleaning, replacement, etc.), push in the lock lever

and pull the head restraint all the way out.

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(For split rear seat in the 4-door model)

The head restraints do not have different

height positions; they should remain fully inserted. If a head restraint must be

removed (for cleaning, replacement, etc.),

push in the release and pull the head

restraint all the way out. To reinstall, fully insert the head restraint while pushing in the release.

BEFORE DRIVING

Front and Rear Lap-Shoulder Belts

Pull the buckle tongue attached to the seat belt across your body and press it into the buckle catch until you hear a

"click". The buckle catch is located at the

inboard side of the seat. To reduce the risk of

sliding under the belt during a collision,

position the lap portion of the belt across your lap as low on your hips as possible

and adjust it to a snug fit by pulling the shoulder portion of the belt upward through the latch plate.

The length of the diagonal shoulder strap adjusts itself to allow freedom of move-

ment. The seat belt has an emergency

locking retractor (ELR), which is designed to lock the seat belt only during a sudden stop or impact. To unfasten the belt, press the release button on the

buckle catch.

NOTE:

The front passenger's seat belt and the

rear seat belts havs emergency locking

retractors (ELRs) that can be temporarily converted to function as automatic locking retractors (ALRs). The ALR mode should be used if you need to secure a child restraint system in the seat. Refer

to the CHILD RESTRAINT section for details.

Seat Belt Inspection

Periodically inspect the seat belts to make sure they work properly and are not damaged. Check the webbing, buckles,

latch plates, retractors, anchorages, and

guide loops. Replace any seat belts which

do not work properly or are damaged. The front passenger's seat lap-shoulder

belt has a small loop of webbing lightly

stitched into the belt under the plastic sleeve, as shown in the illustration.

Periodically inspect the belt to see if the

loop has been pulled out (making the

"REPLACE BELT" label .visible). If the

"REPLACE BELT" label is visible, you must

replace the belt to help restore optimum

restraint system effectiveness.

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BEFORE DRIVING

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 obvious. Any seat belt assembly which was not in use during a collision should be replaced if it does not function properly or is damaged in any way.

Child Restraint Systems

Suzuki highly recommends that you use a child restraint system to restrain infants and small children. Many different types of child restraint systems are available; make sure that the restraint system you select meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safe-

ty Standards. All child restraint systems are designed to

be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts

or the lap portion of lap-shoulder belts. Whenever possible, Suzuki recommends that child restraint systems be installed on the rear seat. According to accident

statistics, children are safer when proper-

ly restrained in rear seating positions than

in front seating positions.

When using a child restraint in the front

passenger's seat, adjust the passenger's

seat as far back as possible.

Children could be endangered in a crash if their child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle. When installing a child restraint system, be sure to follow the instructions below.

Installation-Child Restraint with no Top Strap

Install your child restraint system according to the instructions provided by the child restraint system manufacturer. If you install the child restraint system in the front seat, be sure to slide the seat

to the rearmost position. After making

sure that the seat belt is securely latched:

1) Pull all of the remaining webbing out of the retractor. You will hear a click,

which means that the emergency locking retractor (ELR) has converted to function as an automatic locking

retractor (ALR).

2) Allow the extra webbing to retract, and pull the webbing toward the retractor

to take up any slack. Make sure that the lap portion of the belt is tight around the child restraint system and

the shoulder portion of the belt is positioned so that it can not interfere with the child's head or neck.

3) Make sure that the retractor has converted to the ALR mode by trying to

pull webbing out of the retractor. If the retractor is in the ALR mode, the belt

will be locked.

If the retractor is not in the ALR mode, the child restraint system can move or tip over when your vehicle turns or stops abruptly.

4) Try moving the child restraint system in all directions, to make sure it is securely installed. If you need to

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BEFORE DRIVING

tighten the belt, pull more webbing toward the retractor.

When you unbuckle the seat belt and allow it to retract to a certain length, the retractor will automatically revert back to the normal ELR mode.

Installation—Child Restraint with Top Strap

If you need to install a child restraint that requires a top strap, follow the instructions below:

• For 4-door model: Have your dealer install the top strap anchor bracket for your child restraint system or contact your dealer for instructions on how to install the anchor

bracket. Anchorages are located on either side of the rear of the luggage compartment. Once the anchor bracket has been installed, install the child restraint system as follows:

1) Secure the child restraint on the rear seat using the procedure described above for securing a restraint system that does not require a top strap.

2) Hook the top strap to the anchor bracket and tighten the top strap according to the instructions provided by the child restraint system manufacturer. When routing the top strap, be sure to pass it between the head restraint and the rear seatback as shown.

For 2-door model If the right front passenger's seat of your vehicle has an adjustable head restraint, you can install a child restraint which reguires a top strap on

the seat by following the instructions

below. If the right front passenger's

seat of your vehicle has an integrated

head restraint, there is no place in your vehicle to install a child restraint which reguires a top strap.

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BEFORE DRIVING

A child restraint which requires a top strap may only be installed in the right front passenger's seat. There is no place behind the rear seat to install a top strap anchor, so a child restraint that requires a top strap can not be properly secured in the rear seat. When a child restraint which requires a top strap is secured in the right front passenger's seat, no one can sit in the right rear seat position.

Install the child restraint system as follows:

1) Secure the child restraint on the right front passenger's seat using the procedure described above for securing a

restraint system that does not reguire

a top strap.

2) Pass the top strap between the head restraint and the seatback and snap

the top strap hook through the hole on the latch plate of the right rear lapshoulder belt.

3) Remove any slack from the top strap

according to the instructions provided by the restraint system manufacturer.

4) Pull all of the remaining webbing out

of the rear seat belt retractor. You will hear a click, which indicates that the retractor has converted to the ALR mode.

5) Allow the extra webbing to retract, and pull the webbing toward the retractor

to take up any slack.

6) Make sure the child restraint is se-

cured, and the top strap and web-

bing are tight.

To unhook the top strap, loosen the strap

by tilting the seatback rearward.

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BEFORE DRIVING

* Never allow persons to ride in the

cargo area of a vehicle. In the event of an accident, there is a much greater risk of injury for persons who are not riding in a seat with

their seat belt securely fastened.

* Seat belts should always be ad-

justed so the lap portion of the belt

is worn low across the pelvis, not across the waist. Shoulder straps should be worn on the outside shoulder only, and never under the arm. Seat belts should never be worn with the straps twisted and should be adjusted as tightly as is comfortable to provide the protec-

tion for which they have been

designed. A slack belt will provide less protection than one which is snug.

* Make sure that each seat belt

buckle is inserted into the proper buckle catch. It is possible to cross the buckles in the rear seat.

* Do not wear your seat belt over

hard or breakable objects in your pockets or on your clothing. If an

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accident occurs, objects such as glasses, pens, etc. under the seat belt can cause injury.

* Never use the same seat belt on

more than one occupant and never attach a seat belt over an infant or child being held on an occupant's lap. Such seat belt use could cause serious injury in the event of an accident.

* Pregnant women should use seat

belts, although specific recommendations about restraint use should be made by the woman's physician.

* Periodically inspect seat belt as-

semblies for excessive wear and damage. Seat belts should be replaced if webbing becomes frayed, contaminated, or damaged in any way. It is essential to replace the entire seat belt assembly after it has been worn in a severe impact, even if damage to the assembly is not obvious.

* Infants and small children should

never be transported unless they

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are properly restrained. Restrain systems for infants and small children can be purchased commercially and should be used. Make sure that the system you purchase meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Read and follow all the directions provided by the manufacturer.

* Avoid contamination of seat belt

webbing by polishes, oils, chemicals, and particularly battery acid. Cleaning may safely be carried out using mild soap and water.

* For children, if the shoulder belt ir-

ritates the neck or face, move the child closer to the center of the vehicle.

* Seatbacks should always be in a

fairly upright position when the vehicle is being used, or seat belt effectiveness may be reduced. Seat belts are designed to offer maximum protection when seatbacks are in the fully upright position.

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STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS

Ignition Switch 3-1 Lighting/Turn Signal Control Lever 3-3 Hazard Warning Switch 3-4 Windshield Wiper and Washer Lever 3-4 Tilt Steering Lock Lever (If Equipped) 3-5 Cruise Control (If Equipped) 3-6 Horn 3-7

STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS

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IGNITION SWITCH

MANUAL TRANSMISSION

PUSH

TURN TO "LOCK"

To avoid possible injury, do not operate controls by reaching through the steering wheel.

The ignition switch has the following four positions:

LOCK

This is the normal parking position. It is the only position in which the key can be

Manual Transmission Vehicles

You must push in the key to turn it to the "LOCK" position. It locks the ignition, and prevents normal use of the steering wheel after the key is

removed.

Automatic Transmission Vehicles

The shift lever must be in the "P"

(Park) position to turn the key to the "LOCK" position. It locks the ignition

and prevents normal use of the steer-

ing wheel and shift lever.

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STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS

For manual transmission vehicles,

never remove the ignition key while the vehicle is moving. The steering wheel will lock and you will not be able to steer the vehicle.

Do not leave children alone in a parked vehicle, and always remove the keys. Unattended children could cause accidental movement of the vehicle, which could result in severe personal injury.

the "ON" or "ACC" position will permit

movement of the shift lever out of "P". (see "Emergency Shifting out of "P" (Park)" of "USING THE TRANSMISSION"

in "OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE " section.). The shift lever can be moved back to "P" without pushing the return plate

To release the steering lock, insert the key

and turn it clockwise to one of the other positions. If you have trouble turning the

key to unlock the steering, try turning the steering wheel slightly to the right or left while turning the key.

ACC

Accessories such as the radio can operate, but the engine is off.

This is the normal operating position. All

electrical systems are on.

START

This is the position for starting the engine

using the starter motor. The key should be released from this position as soon as

the engine starts.

A CAUTION

Do not turn the starter motor for more than five seconds at a time.

If the engine does not start, wait five to ten seconds before trying again. If the engine does not start after several attempts, check the fuel and ignition systems or consult

your SUZUKI dealer.

Do not leave the ignition switch in

the "ON" position if the engine is

not running or the battery will

discharge.

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STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS

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LIGHTING/TURN SIGNAL CONTROL LEVER

Day time Running Light (D.R.L.) System (For Canada)

The headlights light, but are dimmer than the low beam, when the following three

conditions are all met. Also, the D.R.L. indicator light on the instrument panel comes on.

Conditions for D.R.L. system operation:

1. The engine is running.

2. The parking brake is released.

3. The lighting switch is at either the "OFF" or the "middle" position.

This control lever is located on the outboard side of the steering column. Operate the lever as described below.

Lighting Operation

To turn the lights on or off, twist the knob

on the end of the lever. There are three positions: in the "OFF" position all lights are off; in the middle position the front parking lights, tail-lights, licence plate

light, and instrument lights are on, but the headlights are off; in the third position the headlights come on in addition to the other lights.

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With the headlights on, push the lever forward to switch to the high beams or pull the lever toward you to switch to the low

beams. When the high beams are on, a light on the instrument panel will come on. To momentarily activate the high

beams as a passing signal, pull the lever slightly toward you and release it when you have completed the signal.

NOTE: Be sure to turn the lighting switch to the third position at night or at any time of the

day when driving or weather conditions

require the headlights to operate at full

brightness and the taillights to be on.

Lights "On" Reminder

A buzzer/chime sounds to remind you to turn off the lights if they are left on when the ignition switch is turned to the

"OFF", "LOCK", or "ACCESSORY" posi-

tion.

Turn Signal Operation

With the ignition switch in the "ON" position, move the lever up or down to activate the right or left turn signals.

Normal Turn Signal

Move the lever all the way up to signal a right turn or all the way down to signal a left turn. When the turn is completed, the signal will cancel and the lever will return to its normal position.

Lane Change Signal

In some turns, such as changing lanes, 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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HAZARD WARNING SWITCH

Push down the hazard warning switch to activate the hazard warning lights. All four turn signal lights and both turn signal indicators will flash simultaneously. To turn off the lights, push the switch again.

Use the hazard warning lights to warn

other traffic during emergency parking or

when your vehicle can otherwise become

a traffic hazard.

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WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER

LEVER

Windshield Wipers

To turn the windshield wipers on, twist the knob on the end of the lever to one of the three operating positions. In the

"INT" position (if equipped), the wipers operate intermittently (once every 3 to 5 seconds). The "INT" position is very convenient for driving in mist or light rain. In

the "LO" position, the wipers operate at

a steady low speed. In the "HIGH" posi-

tion, the wipers operate at a steady high

speed. To turn off the wipers, twist the knob back to the "OFF" position. To wipe

mist off the windshield, you can operate the wipers for just a few cycles by

pushing down on the wiper and washer

lever. The wipers will operate without spraying washer fluid until you release the

lever.

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Windshield Washer

To spray windshield washer fluid, pull the lever toward you. The windshield wipers will automatically turn on at low speed if they are not already on and the "INT" position is equipped.

To prevent windshield icing in cold weather, turn on the defroster to

heat the windshield before and

during windshield washer use.

Do not use radiator antifreeze in the windshield washer reservoir. It can severely impair visibility when sprayed on the windshield, and can also damage your vehicle's paint.

A CAUTION

To help prevent damage to windshield wiper and washer system com-

ponents, you should take the following precautions: * Do not continue to hold in the

lever when there is no windshield washer fluid being sprayed or the washer motor can be damaged.

* Do not attempt to remove dirt from

a dry windshield with the wipers or you can damage the windshield and the wiper blades. Always wet the windshield with washer fluid before operating the wipers.

* Clear ice or packed snow from the

wiper blades before using the wipers.

* Check the washer fluid level re-

gularly. Check it often when the weather is bad.

* Only fill the washer fluid reservoir

3/4 full during cold weather to allow room for expansion if the temperature falls low enough to freeze the solution.

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TILT STEERING LOCK LEVER (If Equipped)

The tilt steering lock lever is located on the left side of the steering column. To adjust the steering wheel height:

1) Push down on the lock lever to unlock the steering column.

2) Tilt the steering wheel to the desired height and lock the steering column by pulling the lock lever all the way up.

3) Try moving the steering wheel up and down to make sure it is securely locked in position.

Never attempt to adjust the steering wheel height while the vehicle is moving or you could lose control of the vehicle.

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CRUISE CONTROL (If Equipped)

To help avoid loss of vehicle control, do not use the cruise control system when driving in heavy traffic, on slippery or winding roads, or on steep downgrades.

The cruise control system allows you to

maintain a steady speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. The controls for operating the cruise control

system are on the windshield wiper lever

and there is an on/off switch for the system on the instrument panel. When

the system is on, an indicator light on the

instrument panel switch will be lit. You

can use the cruise control system at

ACCEL RESUME

CANCEL

SET COAST

speeds of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or higher.

To Set Cruising Speed

Turn on the cruise control system by pushing the "CRUISE" button on the instrument panel. Accelerate to the desired speed, push the "SET COAST" button on the control lever all the way in, and then slowly release the button. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and the set speed will be maintained.

With the cruise control on, you can in-

crease speed for passing by using the accelerator pedal. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will return to the set speed.

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To Change Cruising Speed

To reset the cruise control to a slower

speed, hold the "SET COAST" button in until the vehicle has slowed to the desired speed, then slowly release the button.

The new speed will be maintained.

To reset the cruise control to a faster speed, use either of the following procedures:

a) Turn the control lever to the "ACCEL

RESUME" position and hold it there. Vehicle speed will steadily increase. When you release the lever, the new speed will be maintained.

b) Accelerate to the desired speed using

the accelerator pedal and press the

"SET COAST" button all the way in. When you slowly release the button, the new speed will be maintained.

To Cancel

To cancel cruise control operation, use one of the following procedures:

a) Slightly depress the brake pedal or

clutch pedal, or turn the control lever to the "CANCEL" position. Cruise control operation will be cancelled until you reset a cruising speed using "AC-

CEL RESUME" or.the "SET COAST"

button.

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HORN

b) Push the cruise control "OFF" button

on the instrument panel. Cruise control operation will be cancelled until you turn on the system by pushing the

"CRUISE" button and reset a cruising

speed using the "SET COAST" button.

Cruise control operation will also be cancelled any time the vehicle speed falls

below 25 mph (40 km/h). The cruise control system will be turned off each time the ignition switch is turned off.

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To "Resume" a Previously Set Speed

After canceling cruise control operation without turning off the instrument panel switch, you can "resume" a previously set speed by accelerating to 25 mph (40 km/h) or more and holding the control

lever in "ACCEL RESUME" position for about one second. When you release the lever the vehicle will accelerate to and maintain the previously set speed.

Press the center piece of the steering wheel to sound the horn. The horn will sound with the ignition switch in any position.

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