warning SUZUKI AERIO 2007 1.G Owner's Guide

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Note that even though your vehicle may be
moderately damaged in a collision, the col-
lision may not have been severe enough to
trigger the front or side air bags to inflate. If
your car sustains ANY front-end or side
damage, have the air bag system
inspected by an authorized SUZUKI dealer
to ensure it is in proper working order.
Your vehicle is equipped with a diagnostic
module which records information about
the air bag system if the air bags deploy in
a crash. The module records informationabout overall system status, which sensors
activated the deployment, and whether the
front seat belts were in use.
Servicing the Air Bag SystemIf the air bags inflate, have the air bags and
related components replaced by an autho-
rized SUZUKI dealer as soon as possible.
If your vehicle ever gets in deep water and
the driver’s floor is submerged, the air bag
controller could be damaged. If this hap-
pens, have the air bag system inspected
by an authorized SUZUKI dealer as soon
as possible.
Special procedures are required for servic-
ing or replacing an air bag. For that reason,
only an authorized SUZUKI dealer should
be allowed to service or replace your air
bags. Please remind anyone who services
your vehicle that it has air bags.
Service on or around air bag components
or wiring must be performed only by an
authorized SUZUKI dealer. Improper ser-
vice could result in unintended air bag
deployment or could render the air bags
inoperative. Either of these two conditions
may result in severe injury.
To prevent damage or unintended inflation
of the air bag system, be sure the battery
is disconnected and the ignition switch has
been in the “LOCK” position for at least 90
seconds before performing any electrical
service work on your vehicle. Do not touch
air bag system components or wires. Thewires are wrapped with yellow tape or yel-
low tubing, and the couplers are yellow for
easy identification.
Scrapping a car that has an undeployed air
bag can be hazardous. Ask your dealer,
body repair shop or scrap yard for help
with disposal.
If it is necessary to modify the advanced
front air bag system to accommodate a
person with disabilities, owners in the con-
tinental United States can call American
Suzuki toll-free at 1-800-934-0934, or write
to:
American Suzuki Motor Corporation
Automotive Customer Relations
3251 East Imperial Highway
Brea, CA 92821-6795
If you purchased your SUZUKI in Canada
please contact the Suzuki Canada Cus-
tomer Relations Department by telephone
at 1-905-889-2677 extension 2254 or in
writing at:
Suzuki Canada Inc.
Customer Relations
100 East Beaver Creek Road
Richmond Hill, On
L4B 1J6
WARNING
(Continued)
 Do not attach any objects to, or
place any objects over, the steering
wheel or dashboard. Do not place
any objects between the air bag
and the driver or front passenger.
These objects may interfere with air
bag operation or may be propelled
by the air bag in the event of a
crash. Either of these conditions
may cause severe injury.
 Do not place seat covers on the
front seats, because seat covers
could restrict the side air bag’s
inflation. Also, do not place any
cup holders on the door, as the cup
holder could be propelled by the air
bag in the event of a crash. Either
of these conditions may cause
severe injury.
Supplemental Restraint System (advanced air bags):
3, 9, 12

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65D611
Ignition Switch
60B041
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
removed.Manual transaxle
60A055
Manual transaxle 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 transaxle vehicles
The gearshift 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 steering
wheel and gearshift lever.
WARNING
To avoid possible injury, do not oper-
ate controls by reaching through the
steering wheel.
Push
Turn to “LOCK”
Ignition Switch: 8

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Automatic transaxle
54G513
 If the gearshift lever can not be shifted
out of “P” (Park) in the normal way,
remove the cover (1) over the button,
and pushing the release button with the
key in the “ON” or “ACC” position will
permit movement of the gearshift lever
out of “P” (see “If You Can Not Shift
Automatic Transaxle Gearshift Lever Out
of “P” (PARK)” in the INDEX). The gear-
shift lever can be moved back to “P”
without pushing the release button.
To release the steering lock, insert the key
and turn the ignition switch clockwise to
one of the other positions. If you have trou-
ble turning the key to unlock the steering,
try turning the steering wheel slightly to the
right or left while turning the key.
60A300S
ACC
Accessories such as the radio can oper-
ate, but the engine is off.
ON
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.
(1)
WARNING
 For manual transaxle 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.
 Always carry the ignition key when
leaving the vehicle even if for a
short time. Also do not leave chil-
dren or pets alone in a parked vehi-
cle. Unattended children could
cause accidental movement of the
vehicle or could tamper with power
windows. Children or pets could
also suffer from heatstroke in warm
or hot weather, which could result
in severe injury or even death.
CAUTION
 Do not turn the starter motor for
more than 15 seconds at a time. If
the engine does not start, wait 15
seconds before trying again. If the
engine does not start after several
attempts, check the fuel and igni-
tion 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 dis-
charge.
Ignition Switch: 8

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Windshield Washer
52D172
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 if the “INT”
position is equipped.
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
Switch (if equipped)
54G480
To turn the rear wiper on, twist the rear
wiper switch on the end of the lever for-
ward to the “ON” position. If your vehicle is
equipped the “INT” position, the rear wiper
operates intermittently when you twist the
switch forward to the “INT” position. To turn
the rear wiper off, twist the switch rearward
to the “OFF” position.
With the rear wiper in the “OFF” position,
twist the switch rearward and hold it there
to spray window washer fluid. The wiper
will automatically be on while the switch is
held.
With the rear wiper in the “ON” position,
turn the switch forward and hold it there to
spray window washer fluid.
WARNING
 To prevent windshield icing in cold
weather, turn on the defroster to
heat the windshield before and dur-
ing 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.EXAMPLE
CAUTION
To help prevent damage to wind-
shield wiper and washer system
components, you should take the fol-
lowing 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 wip-
ers.
 Check the washer fluid level regu-
larly. 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 tempera-
ture falls low enough to freeze the
solution.
EXAMPLE
Windshield Wiper and Washer Lever: 8
Rear Window Wiper/Washer Switch: 8

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Tilt Steering Lock Lever
54G446
The release lever is located on the left side
of the steering column. To adjust the steer-
ing wheel height:
1) Push down on the release lever to
unlock the steering column.
2) Adjust the steering wheel to the desired
height and lock the steering column by
pulling the release lever fully up.
3) Try moving the steering wheel up and
down to make sure it is securely locked
in position.
Cruise Control (if equipped)
54G519
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 cruise control lever
located on the steering wheel. You can use
the cruise control system at speeds of
about 40 km/h (25 mph) or higher.
CAUTION
Clear ice or snow from the rear win-
dow and rear wiper blade before
using the rear wiper. Accumulated ice
or snow could prevent the wiper
blade from moving, causing damage
to the wiper motor.
WARNING
Never attempt to adjust the steering
wheel height while the vehicle is
moving or you could lose control of
the vehicle.
UNLOCKLOCK
EXAMPLE
WARNING
To help avoid loss of vehicle control,
do not use the cruise control system
when driving in heavy traffic, on slip-
pery or winding roads or on steep
downgrades.
Rear Window Wiper/Washer Switch: 8
Tilt Steering Lock Lever: 6
Cruise Control: 7, 8

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60G406
INSTRUMENT PANELInstrument Panel ................................................................. 4-1
Instrument Cluster .............................................................. 4-2
Warning and Indicator Lights ............................................ 4-3
A/T Selector Position Indicator (if equipped) ................... 4-7
Speedometer/Odometer/Trip meter ................................... 4-7
Brightness Control .............................................................. 4-8
Tachometer .......................................................................... 4-9
Fuel Gauge ........................................................................... 4-9
Temperature Gauge ............................................................ 4-10
Hazard Warning Switch ...................................................... 4-10
Rear Window Defroster Switch (if equipped) ................... 4-10
Outside Rearview Mirrors Defroster Switch
(if equipped) ......................................................................... 4-11
Fog Light Switch (if equipped) ........................................... 4-11
Cigarette Lighter and Ashtray (if equipped) ..................... 4-11
Information Display ............................................................. 4-12
Glove Box ............................................................................ 4-14
Heating and Air Conditioning System ............................... 4-15
Heating System ................................................................... 4-16
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System ................. 4-19
Automatic Heating and Air Conditioning System
(Climate Control) ................................................................. 4-22
Audio Systems .................................................................... 4-26

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Instrument Panel1. Instrument cluster
2. Ignition switch
3. Lighting switch/Turn signal and dim-
mer switch
4. Windshield wiper and washer switch/
Rear window wiper and washer
switch (if equipped)
5. Hazard warning switch
6. Other switches (if equipped)
7. Heater control panel
8. Audio (if equipped)
9. Cigarette lighter/ashtray or storage
area
10. Hood release
11. Center ventilator
12. Side ventilator
13. Side defroster
14. Glove box
15. Fuse box
16. Air bag
17. Information display
54G522
EXAMPLE
12
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14
11
175
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14 7
9
2
10
6 15
Instrument Panel: 3, 8

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Instrument Cluster1. Speedometer
2. Odometer/Trip meter
3. Odometer/Trip meter selector knob
4. Meter illumination control knob
5. Tachometer
6. Fuel gauge
7. Temperature gauge
8. Warning and indicator lights
54G523
EXAMPLE
88
7
1
5
8
48 2836
Instrument Cluster: 8

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Warning and Indicator LightsBrake System Warning Light
65D477
This light comes on briefly when the igni-
tion switch is turned to the “ON” position.
The light also comes on under the follow-
ing conditions: 1) when the parking brake
is engaged and 2) when the fluid in the
brake fluid reservoir falls below the speci-
fied level. The light should go out after fully
releasing the parking brake, if the fluid
level in the brake fluid reservoir is ade-
quate.
If this light and the ABS warning light stay
on, or come on simultaneously when driv-
ing, then there may be something wrong
with both the rear brake proportioning
valve function and anti-lock function of the
ABS.
If the brake system warning light comes on
while you are driving the vehicle, it may
mean that there is something wrong with
the vehicle’s brake system. If this happens,
you should:
1) Pull off the road and stop carefully.2) Test the brakes by carefully starting and
stopping on the shoulder of the road.
3) If you determine that it is safe, drive
cautiously at low speed to the nearest
dealer for repairs,
or
4) Have the vehicle towed to the nearest
dealer for repairs.NOTE:
Because the disc brake system is self-
adjusting, the fluid level will drop as the
brake pads become worn.
Replenishing the brake fluid reservoir is
considered normal periodic maintenance.
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
Warning Light (if equipped)
65D529
When the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position, the light comes on briefly so
you can check that the light is working. If
the light stays on, or comes on when driv-
ing, there may be something wrong with
the ABS.
If the ABS light and the brake system
warning light stay on, or come on simulta-
neously when driving, then there may be
something wrong with both the rear brake
proportioning valve function and anti-lock
function of the ABS.
If one of these happens, have the system
inspected by your SUZUKI dealer. If the
ABS becomes inoperative, the brake sys-
tem will function as an ordinary brake sys-
tem that has no ABS.
WARNING
Remember that stopping distance
may be longer, you may have to push
harder on the pedal, and the pedal
may go down farther than normal.
WARNING
If any of the following conditions
occur, you should immediately ask
your SUZUKI dealer to inspect the
brake system.
 If the brake system warning light
does not go out after the parking
brake has been fully released.
 If the brake system warning light
does not come on when the igni-
tion switch is turned to the “ON”
position.
 If the brake system warning light
comes on at any time during vehi-
cle operation.
Warning and Indicator Lights: 8

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For details of the ABS, refer to “Anti-Lock
Brake System (ABS)” in the “OPERATING
YOUR VEHICLE” section.Oil Pressure Light
50G051
This light comes on when the ignition
switch is turned to the “ON” position, and
goes out when the engine is started. The
light will come on and remain on if there is
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 system should
be inspected by your SUZUKI dealer
before you drive the vehicle again.
Charging Light
50G052
This light comes on when the ignition
switch is turned to the “ON” position, and
goes out when the engine is started. The
light will come on and remain on if there is
something wrong with the battery charging
system. If the light comes on when the
engine is running, the charging system
should be inspected immediately by your
SUZUKI dealer.
Driver’s Seat Belt Reminder Light
60G049
If the driver’s seat belt is unbuckled when
the ignition switch is turned to the “ON”
position, this light will come on and then
blink. When the light comes on, a buzzer
will also sound intermittently for about 6
seconds. The reminder will repeat several
times under certain conditions until the
driver’s seat belt is buckled. After repeating
several times, the reminder will be can-
celed even if the driver’s seat belt remains
unbuckled.
For details about the seat belt reminder,
refer to “Seat Belts and Child Restraint
Systems” in the “BEFORE DRIVING” sec-
tion.
CAUTION
 If you operate the engine with this
light on, severe engine damage can
result.
 Do not rely on the Oil Pressure
Light to indicate the need to add
oil. Be sure to periodically check
the engine oil level.
WARNING
It is absolutely essential that the
driver and passengers wear their seat
belts at all times. Persons who are
not wearing seat belts have a much
greater risk of injury if an accident
occurs. Make a regular habit of buck-
ling your seat belt before putting the
key in the ignition.
Warning and Indicator Lights: 8