User manual SUZUKI VITARA SERVICE MANUAL

[. . . ] It is especially important that this manual remain with the vehicle at the time of resale. American Suzuki Motor Corporation Automotive Customer Relations Please review the New Vehicle Warranty 3251 East Imperial Highway Information booklet supplied with your Brea, CA 92621-6722 Suzuki. Should you have a question or Please be certain to provide us with the problem regarding the warranty or service following information: the model. Vehicle of your vehicle, please take the following Identification Number, mileage, acaction: cessories involved, event dates, dealer name, dealer personnel consulted, your Consult the Service Manager and the problem or question, and any other comOwner of the Suzuki Automotive DealerYour SUZUKI multipurpose vehicle is ship. [. . . ] For the best fuel economy and driveability, upshift and downshift as shown in the charts below. 81 6-6 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 2-Wheel drive model and transfer gear in "2H" or "4H" position Upshifting 1-2 2-3 3-4 During Acceleration MPH (Km/h) 15(24) *26 (42) **25 (40) *35 (56) **40 (64) 20 (32) - 26 (42) 30 (48) - 35 (56) During Cruise MPH (Km/h) Reduce your speed and down-shift to a lower gear before going down a long or steep hill. Avoid riding the brakes or they may overheat, resulting in brake failure. When driving on slippery roads, be sure to slow down before downshifting. Large and sudden changes in engine speed may cause loss of traction, which could cause you to lose control. Make sure that the vehicle is completely stopped before you shift into reverse. 39 (63) - 45 (72) 45 (72) 4-5 *: For Non-California emission specification vehicles * * : For California emission specification vehicles To identify the California emission specification vehicle, see the Emission Compliance Label located under the engine hood. Downshifting 5-4 4-3 3-2 Transfer gear in "4L" position Gear Position 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th Speed Range 0 MPH - 12 MPH ( 0 Km/h - 19 Km/h) 6 MPH - 22 MPH (10 Km/h - 35 Km/h) 9 MPH - 31 MPH (15 Km/h - 50 Km/h) 12 MPH - 43 MPH (19 Km/h - 69 Km/h) 25 MPH - 56 MPH (40 Km/h - 90 Km/h) Recommended Shift Speed 38 MPH (61 Km/h) 26 MPH (42 Km/h) 19 MPH (31 Km/h) To help avoid clutch damage, do not use the clutch pedal as a footrest while driving or use the clutch to keep the vehicle stationary on a hill. Racing the engine can shorten engine life and prevent smooth shifting. 6-7 8 2 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 60A23-06050 USING THE TRANSFER LEVER (if equipped) 4L (4-Wheel Drive Low Range) In this position, engine power is supplied to the front and rear axles at reduced speed. Use this position for off-road driving on soft or slippery surfaces, or for climbing or descending steep, slippery hills. Transfer Lever Operation Shift the transfer lever according to the appropriate procedure described below: From 2H to 4H If your vehicle has manual free-wheeling hubs, make sure they are locked before shifting into "4H". If desired, you may shift the transfer lever while the vehicle is moving. If your vehicle has automatic free-wheeling hubs, stop the vehicle completely, shift into "4H", then begin driving. If the brakes are less effective than normal, dry them by repeatedly applying the brakes while driving slowly until the brakes have regained their normal effectiveness. On loose surfaces where the wheels can easily lose traction (such as gravel, snow-covered roads, etc. ), the stopping distance required for your vehicle may be greater than for a comparable vehicle with a conventional brake system. The rear wheel anti-lock brake system will not compensate for bad road or weather conditions or poor driver judgement. Use good judgement and do not drive faster than conditions will safely allow. 84 6-9 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 60A23-06070 60A23-06080 BREAK-IN CATALYTIC CONVERTER A CAUTION the catalyst. This may result in permanent heat damage to the catalyst and other vehicle components. The future performance and reliability of the engine depends on the care and restraint exercised during its early life. It is especially important to observe the following precautions during the initial 600 miles of vehicle operation. * Avoid hard stopping, especially during the first 200 miles (320 km) of driving. * Do not tow a trailer during the first 600 miles of vehicle operation. A CAUTION To minimize the possibility of catalyst or other vehicle damage: * Maintain the engine in the proper operating condition. * In the event of an engine malfunction, particularly one involving engine misfire or other apparent loss of performance, have the vehicle serviced promptly. * Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion. * Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle, or coasting down a hill. * Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires disconnected or removed, such as during diagnostic testing. [. . . ] Care for your windows as outlined below: * To wipe off dust, use a soft cotton cloth dampened with clean water. After thoroughly rinsing, wipe with a soft and slightly moist, clean cloth. It is very hard to remove adhesives left on the windows after removing such stickers or labels. 146 GENERAL INFORMATION 60A23-12000 GENERAL INFORMATION Identification Numbers Safety Certification Label Emission Compliance Label Warranties Reporting Safety Defects 12-1 12-2 12-2 12-2 12-3 147 GENERAL INFORMATION 60A23-12010 IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS Vehicle Identification Number Engine Serial Number The vehicle Identification Number (VIN) may be found in the two locations shown in the above illustrations. It is also used to assist your dealer when ordering parts or referring to special service information. The engine serial number is stamped on the cylinder block as shown in the above illustration. 12-1 148 GENERAL INFORMATION 60A23-12020 60A23-12030 60A23-12040 SAFETY CERTIFICATION LABEL EMISSION COMPLIANCE LABEL (For U. S. A) WARRANTIES The warranties covering your vehicle are explained in a separate New Vehicle Warranty Information booklet given to you at the time of sale. [. . . ]