change key battery SUZUKI ALTO 2013 7.G Owners Manual

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BEFORE DRIVING
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Transmitter battery
Replacement of the Battery
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If the transmitter battery gets discharged, replace the battery with a new one. To replace the battery of the transmitter: 1) Remove the screw (1), and open thetransmitter cover. 2) Remove the tr ansmitter (2). 3) Put the edge of a flat blade screw driverin the slot of the transmitter (2) and pry it open. 4) Replace the battery (3) (Lithium disctype CR1620) so that its +ve terminal faces the bottom cover of the transmit- ter (5).
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5) Close the transmitter and install it into the transmitter holder. 6) Close the transmitte r cover, install and tighten the screw (1). 7) Make sure the door locks can be oper- ated with the transmitter.
NOTE: Normal battery life is approximately 2years, but varies depending on usage. It is advisable to get battery replaced from MARUTI SUZUKI Authorized workshop.
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EXAMPLE
CAUTION
Do not remove the screw from thekey unnecessarily as it damages thescrew head. Kindly replace the screw once the transmitter battery is changed.
EXAMPLE
CAUTION
Dispose off the used battery properly according to applicable rules or regu- lations. Do not di spose off lithium batteries with ordinary household trash.
WA R N I N G
Swallowing a lithium battery may cause serious internal injury. Do not allow anyone to swallow a lithium battery. Keep lithium batteries away from chil-dren and pets. If sw allowed, contact a physician immediately.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
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4) Make sure the hood is fully closed and
latched.
5) Check the headlights, turn signal lights,
brake lights and horn for proper opera-
tion.
6) Adjust the seat and head restraint
(if equipped).
7) Check the brake pedal and the parking
brake lever.
8) Adjust the mirrors.
9) Make sure that you and all passengers
have properly fastened your seat belts.
10)Make sure that all warning lights come
on as the key is turned to the “ON” posi-
tion.
11)Check all gauges.
12)Make sure that the BRAKE SYSTEM
WARNING light turns off when the
parking brake is released.
Once a week, or each time you fill your fuel
tank, perform the following under-hood
checks:
1) Engine oil level
2) Coolant level
3) Brake fluid level
4) Windshield washer fluid level
5) Battery solution level
6) Hood latch operation
Pull the hood release handle inside the
vehicle. Make sure that you cannot
open the hood all the way without
releasing the secondary latch. Be sure
to close the hood securely after check-
ing for proper latch operation. See “Alllatches, hinges & locks” of “CHASSIS
AND BODY” in the “Periodic Mainte-
nance Schedule” in the “INSPECTION
AND MAINTENANCE” section for lubri-
cation schedule.
Once a month, or each time you fill your
fuel tank, check the tire pressure using a
tire pressure gauge. Also check the tire
pressure of the spare tire.Engine Oil Consumption
It is normal for the engine to consume
some engine oil during normal vehicle
operation.
The amount of engine oil consumed
depends on the viscosity of the oil, the
quality of the oil and the conditions the
vehicle is driven under.
More oil is consumed during high-speed
driving and when there is frequent acceler-
ation and deceleration. Under high loads,
your engine also will consume more oil.
A new engine also consumes more oil,
since its pistons, piston rings and cylinder
walls have not yet become conditioned.
New engines reach the normal level of oil
consumption only after approximately 5000
km (3000 miles) driving.
Oil consumption:
Max. 1.0 L per 1000 km
When judging the amount of oil consump-
tion, note that the oil may become diluted
and make it difficult to accurately judge the
true oil level.
As an example, if a vehicle is used for
repeated short trips, and consumes a nor-
mal amount of oil, the dipstick may not
show any drop in the oil level at all, even
after 1000 km or more of driving. This is
because the oil is gradually becoming
diluted with fuel or moisture, making it
appear that the oil level has not changed.
WA R N I N G
Make sure the hood is fully closed
and latched before driving. If it is not,
it can fly up unexpectedly during
driving, obstructing your view and
resulting in an accident.