warning SUZUKI ALTO 2007 6.G Repair Manual

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
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NOTE:
Some wiper blades may be different from the
ones described here depending on vehicle
specifications. If so consult your MARUTI
SUZUKI dealer for proper replacement method.The left and the right wiper arm
assemblies are different from each
other. In case you have to remove the
wiper arm assemblies for any reason,
remember not to interchange the two
while fitting them back. Wrong fitment
may lead to windshield breakage.
2. Squeeze lock lever (A) towards wiper
arms (B) and remove the wiper frame
from the arm as shown.
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For windshield wipers:
1. Hold the wiper arm away from the
window.
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EMERGENCY SERVICE
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EMERGENCY SERVICE
Jacking Instructions........................................................................................10-1
Jump Starting Instructions............................................................................10-2
Towing................................................................................................................10-4
Towing Hook (if equipped)............................................................................10-4
Emergency Remedies......................................................................................10-4
Warning Triangle ..............................................................................................10-5

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JACKING INSTRUCTIONS1) Park the vehicle securely on hard level
ground.
2) Apply the parking brake firmly and
change into "R" (Reverse) gear. Choke
the front and rear wheel diagonally
opposite the wheel to be changed.
3) Switch on the hazard warning flasher if
your vehicle is in or near traffic.
4) Slacken but do not remove wheel nuts
on the wheel to be changed.
5) Position the jack vertically and raise the
jack by turning the jack handle clockwise
until the jack head recess fits the frame
boss.EMERGENCY SERVICE10-1
NOTE:
Use the wheel nut wrench in combination
with jack crank to raise or lower the jack
as shown in the illustration.
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6) Continue to raise the jack slowly and
smoothly until the tyre clears the ground.
Do not raise the vehicle more than
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never allow passengers to remain in
the vehicle.
JUMP STARTING INSTRUCTIONS Never attempt to jump start your
vehicle if the battery appears to be
frozen. Batteries in this condition
may explode or rupture if jump
starting is attempted.
When making jump lead
connections, be certain that your
hands and the jump leads remain
clear from pulleys, belts, or fans.
Batteries produce flammable
hydrogen gas. Keep flames and
sparks away from the battery or an
explosion may occur. Never smoke
when working in the vicinity of the
battery.
If the booster battery you use for
jump starting is installed in another
vehicle, make sure the two vehicles
are not touching each other.
If your battery discharges
repeatedly, for no apparent reason,
have your vehicle inspected by an
authorized MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.
To avoid harm to yourself or
damage to your vehicle or battery,
follow the jump starting instructions
below precisely and in order. If you
are in doubt, call MARUTI SUZUKI
authorized workshop.
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Use the jack only to change wheels.
Never jack up the vehicle on an
inclined surface.
Never raise the vehicle with the jack in
a location other than under the frame
boss near the wheel to be changed.Make sure that the jack is raised at least
2 inches (51 mm) before it contacts the
vehicle. Use of the jack when it is within
2 inches of being fully collapsed may
result in failure of the jack. Never get under the vehicle when it
is supported by the jack.
Never run the engine when the
vehicle is supported by the jack and
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Vehicle equipped with electronic fuel
injection system will not start by
pushing or towing as the fuel pump
will not work in this condition. This
starting method could also result in
permanent damage to the catalytic
converter. Use jump leads to start a
vehicle with a weak or flat battery.When jump starting your vehicle, use the
following procedure:
1) Use only a 12 volt battery to jump start
your vehicle. Position the good 12V
battery close to your vehicle so that the
jump leads will reach both batteries.
When using a battery installed on
another vehicle, DO NOT LET THE
VEHICLES TOUCH. Apply the parking
brakes fully on both vehicles.
2) Turn off all vehicle accessories, except
those necessary for safety reasons (for
example, headlights or hazard lights).3) Make jump lead connections as follows:
a) Connect one end of the first jump
lead to the positive (+) terminal of the
flat battery.
b) Connect the other end to the positive
(+) terminal of the booster battery.
c) Connect one end of the second jump
lead to the negative (-) terminal of
the booster battery.
d) Make the final connection to an
unpainted, heavy metal part of the
engine of the vehicle with the flat
battery.
Never connect the jump lead directly
to the negative (-) terminal of the
discharged battery, or an explosion
may occur.
4) If the booster battery you are using is
fitted to another vehicle, start the engine
of the vehicle with the booster battery.
Run the engine at moderate speed.
5) Start the engine of the vehicle with the
flat battery.
6) Remove the jump leads in the exact
reverse order in which you connected
them.EMERGENCY SERVICE10-3
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contact a professional service. Your dealer
can provide you with detailed towing
instructions
To help avoid damage to your vehicle
during towing, proper equipment and
towing procedures must be used.
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Manual Transmission
Whenever possible, your vehicle should be
towed from the front with the front wheels
lifted. If the steering and drivetrain are in
good condition, your vehicle may be towed
from the rear with the rear wheels lifted and
the front wheels on the ground. Before
towing, make sure the steering is unlocked
and the transmission is in neutral.If the Starter Does Not Operate:
1) Try turning the ignition switch to the
“START” position with the headlights
turned on to determine the battery
condition. If the headlights go
excessively dim or go off, it usually
means that either the battery is flat or
the battery terminal contact is poor.
Recharge the battery or correct battery
terminal contact as necessary.
2) If the headlights remain bright, check the
fuses. If the reason for failure of the
starter is not obvious, there may be a
major electrical problem. Have the
vehicle inspected by your authorized
MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.
If the Engine is Flooded
If the engine is flooded with petrol, it may
be hard to start. If this happens, press the
accelerator pedal all the way to the floor
and hold it there while cranking the engine.
(Do not operate the starter motor for more
than 15 seconds). Release the accelerator
as soon as the engine has started.
If the Engine Overheats
The engine could overheat temporarily under
severe driving conditions. If the engine
coolant temperature warning light comes on,
it indicates overheating during driving:TOWING HOOK (If equipped)
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engine until these problems have been
corrected.
3) If you do not find a leak, carefully add
coolant to the reservoir and then the
radiator, if necessary. (Refer to “ENGINE
COOLANT” in the “INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE” section.)
It is dangerous to remove the radiator
cap when the water temperature is
high, because scalding fluid and
steam may be blown out under
pressure. The cap should only be
taken off when the coolant
temperature has lowered.
To help prevent personal injury, keep
hands, tools and clothing away from
the engine cooling fan and air-
conditioner fan (if equipped). These
electric fans can automatically turn on
without warning.
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1) Turn off the air conditioner, if equipped.
2) Take the vehicle to a safe place and
park.
3) Let the engine run at normal idle speed
for a few minutes until engine coolant
temperature warning light goes off.
If you see or hear escaping steam,
stop the vehicle in a safe place and
immediately turn off the engine to let
it cool. Do not open the bonnet when
steam is present. When the steam can
no longer be seen or heard, open the
hood to see if the coolant is still
boiling. If it is, you must wait until it
stops boiling before you proceed.
If the engine coolant temperature warning
light does not goes off:
1) Turn off the engine and check that the
water pump belt and pulleys are not
damaged or slipping. If any abnormality
is found, correct it.
2) Check the coolant level in the reservoir.
If it is found to be lower than the “LOW”
line, look for leaks at the radiator, water
pump, and radiator and heater hoses. If
you locate any leaks that may have
caused the overheating, do not run the
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WARNING TRIANGLEIn case of vehicle break-down or during
emergency stopping, where, your vehicle
could become a potential traffic hazard,
keep the warning triangle, provided with
your vehicle, on the road free from any
obstacles behind your vehicle so as to warn
the approaching traffic, at an approximate
distance of 50-100 m. The reflecting side
of the triangle should face the on coming
traffic. Please activate the hazard warning
lamps before alighting the vehicle to keep
the warning triangle.
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EXAMPLE

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from the cover as shown by arrow 1.
Open both the reflector arms as shown
by arrow and lock the arms with each
other with the clip provided in the right
arm. Open the bottom stand in counter
clock-wise direction as shown by arrow 3.
Position the warning triangle behind the
vehicle on a plain surface.
Reverse the removal procedure for
keeping inside the cover.
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ventilated area.
Do not park your vehicle in a damp, poorly
ventilated area. If you often wash your
vehicle in the garage or if you frequently
drive it in when wet, your garage may be
damp. The high humidity in the garage may
cause or accelerate corrosion. A wet vehicle
may corrode even in a heated garage if the
ventilation is poor.
Do not apply additional undercoating
or rust preventive coating on or
around exhaust system components
such as the exhaust pipes, etc. A fire
could be started if the undercoating
substance becomes overheated.
Cover your vehicle
If you cannot regularly park your vehicle in
a garage, we recommend you use a vehicle
cover.
VEHICLE CLEANING
cleaner for tougher stains. If you use a
fabric cleaner, carefully follow the
manufacturer’s instructions and precautions.
Seat Belts
Clean seat belts with a mild soap and
water. Do not use bleach or dye on the
belts. They may weaken the fabric in the
belts.
Vinyl floor mats
Ordinary dirt can be removed from vinyl with
water or mild soap. Use a brush to help
loosen dirt. After the dirt is loosened, rinse
the mat thoroughly with water and dry it in
the shade.
Carpets
Remove dirt and soil as much as possible
with a vacuum cleaner. Using a mild soap
solution, rub stained areas with a clean
damp cloth. To remove soap, rub the areas
again with a cloth dampened with water.
Repeat this until the stain is removed, or
use a commercial carpet cleaner for tougher
stains. If you use a carpet cleaner, carefully
follow the manufacturer’s instructions and
precautions.
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When cleaning the interior or exterior
of the vehicle, NEVER USE flammable
solvents such as lacquer thinners,
petrol, benzene or cleaning materials
such as bleach or strong household
detergents. The materials could cause
personal injury or damage to the
vehicle.
Cleaning the Interior
Vinyl upholstery
Prepare a solution of soap or mild detergent
mixed with warm water. Apply the solution
to the vinyl with a sponge or soft cloth and
let it soak for a few minutes to loosen dirt.
Rub the surface with a clean, damp cloth
to remove dirt and the soap solution. If
some dirt still remains on the surface,
repeat this procedure.
Fabric upholstery
Remove loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.
Using a mild soap solution, rub stained
areas with a clean damp cloth. To remove
soap, rub the areas again with a cloth
dampened with water. Repeat this until the
stain is removed, or use a commercial fabric
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Cleaning the Exterior
It is important that your vehicle be
kept clean and free from dirt. Failure
to keep your vehicle clean may result
in fading of the paint or corrosion to
various parts of the vehicle body.
Washing
Never attempt to wash and wax your
vehicle with the engine running.
When cleaning the underside of the
body and fender, where there may
be sharp-edged parts, you should
wear gloves and a longsleeved shirt
to protect your hands and arms
from being cut.
After washing your vehicle, carefully
test the brakes before driving to
make sure they have maintained
their normal effectiveness.When washing the vehicle, follow the
instructions below:
1) Flush the underside of body and wheel
housings with pressurized water to
remove mud and debris. Use plenty of
water.
When washing the vehicle, avoid
directing steam or hot water of more
than 80
0C (176
0F) on plastic parts.
2) Remove dirt and mud from the body
exterior with running water. You may use
a soft sponge or brush. Do not use hard
materials which can scratch the paint.
3) Wash the entire exterior with a mild
detergent or car wash soap using a
sponge or soft cloth. The sponge or
cloth should be frequently soaked in the
soap solution.
When using a commercial car wash
product, observe the cautions
specified by the manufacturer. Never
use strong household detergents or
soaps.
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4) Once the dirt has been completely
removed, rinse off the detergent with
running water.
5) After rinsing, wipe off the vehicle body
with a wet chamois or cloth and allow
it to dry in the shade.
6) Check carefully for damage to painted
surfaces. If there is any damage,
“Touchup” the damage following the
procedure below:
a) Clean all damaged spots and allow
them to dry.
b) Stir the paint and “touchup” the
damaged spots lightly using a small
brush.
c) Allow the paint to dry completely.
Waxing
After washing the vehicle, waxing and
polishing are recommended to further
protect and beautify the paint.
Only use waxes and polishes of good
quality.
When using waxes and polishes,
observe the precautions specified by the
manufacturers.
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