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TABLE OF CONTENTS California Proposition 65 Warning FUEL RECOMMENDATION BEFORE DRIVING OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE DRIVING TIPS OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE EMERGENCY SERVICE APPEARANCE CARE GENERAL INFORMATION FUSES AND PROTECTED CIRCUITS SPECIFICATIONS INDEX 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 WARNING Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain product components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. 79K21-03E
TABLE OF CONTENTS California Proposition 65 Warning FUEL RECOMMENDATION BEFORE DRIVING OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE DRIVING TIPS OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE EMERGENCY SERVICE APPEARANCE CARE GENERAL INFORMATION FUSES AND PROTECTED CIRCUITS SPECIFICATIONS INDEX 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 WARNING Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain product components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. 79K21-03E
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... position. • If the brake system warning light comes on at low speed to the nearest dealer for repairs, or 4) Have the vehicle towed to inspect the brake system. • If the brake system warning light does not go out after fully releasing the parking brake, if the fluid... operation. 2-57 79K21-03E BEFORE DRIVING section for repairs. If the brake system warning light comes on while you should immediately ask your SUZUKI dealer to the nearest dealer for information on when the ignition switch is something wrong with the vehicle's brake system. Brake System Warning Light...
... position. • If the brake system warning light comes on at low speed to the nearest dealer for repairs, or 4) Have the vehicle towed to inspect the brake system. • If the brake system warning light does not go out after fully releasing the parking brake, if the fluid... operation. 2-57 79K21-03E BEFORE DRIVING section for repairs. If the brake system warning light comes on while you should immediately ask your SUZUKI dealer to the nearest dealer for information on when the ignition switch is something wrong with the vehicle's brake system. Brake System Warning Light...
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WARNING Never leave the transfer switch in "N" (Neutral) when parked. When the transfer switch is in "N" (Neutral), the vehicle may roll even if the transmission is not supplied to the "N" position, "N" indicator will come on with the buzzer sound. When you turn the transfer switch to the front or rear axles. Only use this position, engine power is in gear or in Park. 64J223 3-17 79K21-03E Braking: 6 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Description of Transfer Switch Positions N (Neutral) In this position for towing your vehicle.
WARNING Never leave the transfer switch in "N" (Neutral) when parked. When the transfer switch is in "N" (Neutral), the vehicle may roll even if the transmission is not supplied to the "N" position, "N" indicator will come on with the buzzer sound. When you turn the transfer switch to the front or rear axles. Only use this position, engine power is in gear or in Park. 64J223 3-17 79K21-03E Braking: 6 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Description of Transfer Switch Positions N (Neutral) In this position for towing your vehicle.
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... In any position Master Warning Indicator Blinks Sound Off Cause and Remedy There may be a problem with the 4WD system. Turn the transfer switch to tow your vehicle. This message informs you are slipping. Have your vehicle. This message informs you the 4WD mode is used only for...
... In any position Master Warning Indicator Blinks Sound Off Cause and Remedy There may be a problem with the 4WD system. Turn the transfer switch to tow your vehicle. This message informs you are slipping. Have your vehicle. This message informs you the 4WD mode is used only for...
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.... Use of leaded fuel in your vehicle over hillcrests without hanging up gradually. • Avoid prolonged vehicle operation at moderate engine speeds. • Do not tow a trailer during its higher ground clearance, your vehicle could not provide you to keep the engine properly tuned. This may cause overheating of the engine...
.... Use of leaded fuel in your vehicle over hillcrests without hanging up gradually. • Avoid prolonged vehicle operation at moderate engine speeds. • Do not tow a trailer during its higher ground clearance, your vehicle could not provide you to keep the engine properly tuned. This may cause overheating of the engine...
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... drive; As with a hot exhaust system. Avoid "jackrabbit" starts Fast starts away from lights or stop the engine and start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle or coasting down and then accelerating again uses more than a minute while you are other malfunctions. • Do not allow the engine to...
... drive; As with a hot exhaust system. Avoid "jackrabbit" starts Fast starts away from lights or stop the engine and start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle or coasting down and then accelerating again uses more than a minute while you are other malfunctions. • Do not allow the engine to...
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The hooks are designed for use the frame hooks to tow another vehicle or to have your vehicle or another vehicle gets stuck in emergency situations only, such as if your vehicle towed on the road or highway. To access the front hook, unhook the lower part of the vehicle. WARNING Do not use in deep mud or snow. 78K052 (2) (2) Rear 78K053 The frame hooks (2) are provided at the front and rear of the cover (1) and then remove the cover (1). OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Frame Hooks Front (1) Frame hooks are provided for shipping purposes only. 78K149 5-83 79K21-03E
The hooks are designed for use the frame hooks to tow another vehicle or to have your vehicle or another vehicle gets stuck in emergency situations only, such as if your vehicle towed on the road or highway. To access the front hook, unhook the lower part of the vehicle. WARNING Do not use in deep mud or snow. 78K052 (2) (2) Rear 78K053 The frame hooks (2) are provided at the front and rear of the cover (1) and then remove the cover (1). OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT Frame Hooks Front (1) Frame hooks are provided for shipping purposes only. 78K149 5-83 79K21-03E
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VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Vehicle Loading ...6-1 Trailer Towing ...6-2 Towing Your Vehicle (recreational towing) ...6-7 6 54G215 79K21-03E
VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Vehicle Loading ...6-1 Trailer Towing ...6-2 Towing Your Vehicle (recreational towing) ...6-7 6 54G215 79K21-03E
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... permissible weight on the Safety Certification Label. Actual weight of all the occupants, accessories and cargo plus trailer tongue weight (if towing a trailer). WARNING Never overload your vehicle are listed on the Tire Information Label which is located below the driver's side door... that the weight on the Safety Certification Label. 54G307 Your vehicle was designed for occupants, cargo, and trailer tongue weight (if towing a trailer). WARNING • Always distribute cargo evenly. • To avoid personal injury or damage to determine how much capacity ...
... permissible weight on the Safety Certification Label. Actual weight of all the occupants, accessories and cargo plus trailer tongue weight (if towing a trailer). WARNING Never overload your vehicle are listed on the Tire Information Label which is located below the driver's side door... that the weight on the Safety Certification Label. 54G307 Your vehicle was designed for occupants, cargo, and trailer tongue weight (if towing a trailer). WARNING • Always distribute cargo evenly. • To avoid personal injury or damage to determine how much capacity ...
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...coolant overheating which attaches to the axle of your vehicle, and a hitch that you intend to tow a trailer, it is equipped with overheating. If you use a genuine SUZUKI trailer hitch bracket and trailer hitch (available as necessary. WARNING Never splice trailer lights directly into ...which may occur. A reputable trailer dealer can help you should follow all trailer lights before you start to tow. Cross safety chains under normal driving conditions. Trailer Towing: 5, 11, 13 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Trailer Towing You can use your SUZUKI to tow a trailer, but you .
...coolant overheating which attaches to the axle of your vehicle, and a hitch that you intend to tow a trailer, it is equipped with overheating. If you use a genuine SUZUKI trailer hitch bracket and trailer hitch (available as necessary. WARNING Never splice trailer lights directly into ...which may occur. A reputable trailer dealer can help you should follow all trailer lights before you start to tow. Cross safety chains under normal driving conditions. Trailer Towing: 5, 11, 13 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Trailer Towing You can use your SUZUKI to tow a trailer, but you .
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... of the trailer plus all cargo in it (measured with trailer brakes. If they do not, you must install required mirrors before you tow. 60A378 60A381 Gross Trailer Weight is the weight of the fully loaded trailer. If you must be inflated to... tongue weight using a bathroom scale. Inflate trailer tires according to have properly inflated tires. Vehicle/Trailer Weight Limits Before towing, you intend to the recommended pressures listed on towing vehicles. Gross Trailer Weight Gross Combined Weight Mirrors Check to see if your vehicle and trailer to the specifications provided by...
... of the trailer plus all cargo in it (measured with trailer brakes. If they do not, you must install required mirrors before you tow. 60A378 60A381 Gross Trailer Weight is the weight of the fully loaded trailer. If you must be inflated to... tongue weight using a bathroom scale. Inflate trailer tires according to have properly inflated tires. Vehicle/Trailer Weight Limits Before towing, you intend to the recommended pressures listed on towing vehicles. Gross Trailer Weight Gross Combined Weight Mirrors Check to see if your vehicle and trailer to the specifications provided by...
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...swaying of gross trailer weight. WARNING Improper distribution of gross trailer weight. Cargo should measure gross trailer weight and tongue weight before towing, however, to observe this requirement may result in your load is properly distributed. The gross vehicle weight must never exceed the ...with the vehicle fully loaded and the trailer connected. Gross Vehicle Weight is the weight of the trailer. Trailer Towing: 5, 11, 13 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Tongue Weight Gross Vehicle Weight Gross Axle Weight 60A380 60A379 60A382 Tongue Weight is the downward force exerted on the...
...swaying of gross trailer weight. WARNING Improper distribution of gross trailer weight. Cargo should measure gross trailer weight and tongue weight before towing, however, to observe this requirement may result in your load is properly distributed. The gross vehicle weight must never exceed the ...with the vehicle fully loaded and the trailer connected. Gross Vehicle Weight is the weight of the trailer. Trailer Towing: 5, 11, 13 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Tongue Weight Gross Vehicle Weight Gross Axle Weight 60A380 60A379 60A382 Tongue Weight is the downward force exerted on the...
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...) WARNING Your vehicle will be prepared for 4WD. Remember that you can handle the vehicle and trailer safely. • Never exceed posted towing speed limits or 72 km/h (45 mph), whichever is hazardous to the inside of the turn. • Avoid sudden acceleration and stopping...Label. WARNING WARNING Connect trailer lights and hook up before you reach long or steep downhill grades. Trailer Towing: 5, 11, 13 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Additional Trailer Towing Warnings WARNING Never overload your trailer or your safety and the safety of others, you should observe the following...
...) WARNING Your vehicle will be prepared for 4WD. Remember that you can handle the vehicle and trailer safely. • Never exceed posted towing speed limits or 72 km/h (45 mph), whichever is hazardous to the inside of the turn. • Avoid sudden acceleration and stopping...Label. WARNING WARNING Connect trailer lights and hook up before you reach long or steep downhill grades. Trailer Towing: 5, 11, 13 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Additional Trailer Towing Warnings WARNING Never overload your trailer or your safety and the safety of others, you should observe the following...
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Refer to the "If the Engine Overheats" in reduced braking efficiency. Trailer Towing: 5, 11, 13 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING WARNING (Continued) • Avoid "riding" the brakes. "Riding" the brakes could cause the brakes to overheat, resulting in "EMERGENCY SERVICE" section for details on hot ...
Refer to the "If the Engine Overheats" in reduced braking efficiency. Trailer Towing: 5, 11, 13 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING WARNING (Continued) • Avoid "riding" the brakes. "Riding" the brakes could cause the brakes to overheat, resulting in "EMERGENCY SERVICE" section for details on hot ...
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... drive (4WD) with a transfer switch 4WD without a transfer switch 2WD TRANSMISSION A/T M/T A/T M/T A/T M/T TOWING METHOD A A none none B B 4WD Vehicle With a Transfer Switch 54G585 CAUTION Never tow your 4WD vehicle without a transfer switch vehicle. Towing Your Vehicle (recreational towing): 13 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Towing Your Vehicle (recreational towing) Your vehicle may be permanently damaged. 64J234 6-7 79K21-03E Be sure...
... drive (4WD) with a transfer switch 4WD without a transfer switch 2WD TRANSMISSION A/T M/T A/T M/T A/T M/T TOWING METHOD A A none none B B 4WD Vehicle With a Transfer Switch 54G585 CAUTION Never tow your 4WD vehicle without a transfer switch vehicle. Towing Your Vehicle (recreational towing): 13 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Towing Your Vehicle (recreational towing) Your vehicle may be permanently damaged. 64J234 6-7 79K21-03E Be sure...
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...key to the "ACC" position to the "N" position, "N" indicator will be damaged fatally. Be sure to use proper towing equipment designed for recreational towing and make sure that towing speed does not exceed 90 km/h (55 mph). 64J218 NOTE: First, push in and turn the switch to the ... when you turn the switch to observe government and local requirements regarding vehicle lighting and trailer hitches or tow bars. Towing Your Vehicle (recreational towing): 13 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Before towing WARNING When you do, the transmission will come on with the buzzer sound. 4) Make sure the ...
...key to the "ACC" position to the "N" position, "N" indicator will be damaged fatally. Be sure to use proper towing equipment designed for recreational towing and make sure that towing speed does not exceed 90 km/h (55 mph). 64J218 NOTE: First, push in and turn the switch to the ... when you turn the switch to observe government and local requirements regarding vehicle lighting and trailer hitches or tow bars. Towing Your Vehicle (recreational towing): 13 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING Before towing WARNING When you do, the transmission will come on with the buzzer sound. 4) Make sure the ...
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With the manual transmission lever in 2nd gear (or the automatic transmission lever in "D") and the transfer switch in neutral, rev the engine for about one minute with the clutch engaged (if equipped), to circulate oil in the transfer case. Stop towing the vehicle every 300 km (200 miles). Start the engine. TOWING METHOD A FOUR WHEELS ON THE GROUND 64J148 6-9 79K21-03E Towing Your Vehicle (recreational towing): 13 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING 7) Release the parking brake.
With the manual transmission lever in 2nd gear (or the automatic transmission lever in "D") and the transfer switch in neutral, rev the engine for about one minute with the clutch engaged (if equipped), to circulate oil in the transfer case. Stop towing the vehicle every 300 km (200 miles). Start the engine. TOWING METHOD A FOUR WHEELS ON THE GROUND 64J148 6-9 79K21-03E Towing Your Vehicle (recreational towing): 13 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING 7) Release the parking brake.
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... the ignition key to the "ACC" position to withstand shocks transmitted from the front wheels during towing. CAUTION 64J234 54G586 You cannot tow your vehicle using recreational towing methods. The steering column is not strong enough to unlock the steering wheel. 3) Make sure ... are facing straight forward and secure the steering wheel with a steering wheel clamping device designed for towing. CAUTION Never tow your vehicle behind another vehicle using recreational towing methods. If you do, the transmission will be permanently damaged. 54G585 6-10 79K21-03E Always unlock...
... the ignition key to the "ACC" position to withstand shocks transmitted from the front wheels during towing. CAUTION 64J234 54G586 You cannot tow your vehicle using recreational towing methods. The steering column is not strong enough to unlock the steering wheel. 3) Make sure ... are facing straight forward and secure the steering wheel with a steering wheel clamping device designed for towing. CAUTION Never tow your vehicle behind another vehicle using recreational towing methods. If you do, the transmission will be permanently damaged. 54G585 6-10 79K21-03E Always unlock...
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Towing Your Vehicle (recreational towing): 13 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING TOWING METHOD B FRONT WHEELS ON THE GROUND AND REAR WHEELS ON A DOLLY. 52D082 6-11 79K21-03E
Towing Your Vehicle (recreational towing): 13 VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING TOWING METHOD B FRONT WHEELS ON THE GROUND AND REAR WHEELS ON A DOLLY. 52D082 6-11 79K21-03E
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... to any severe condition code given below, it is recommended that applicable maintenance operation be performed at the particular interval shown in extremely cold weather H - Towing a trailer Severe Condition Code A - Maintenance Maintenance Operation R I I - - C Air cleaner filter element *1 R - - C H Canister air suction filter Brake discs and pads (front) Brake drums and shoes (rear...
... to any severe condition code given below, it is recommended that applicable maintenance operation be performed at the particular interval shown in extremely cold weather H - Towing a trailer Severe Condition Code A - Maintenance Maintenance Operation R I I - - C Air cleaner filter element *1 R - - C H Canister air suction filter Brake discs and pads (front) Brake drums and shoes (rear...