tyre SUZUKI ALTO 2014 User Guide

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Interval: This interval should be judged
FREE INSPECTIONS
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE AT COST
by odometer reading or months, km (x 1,000) 1 5 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
whichever comes first. months 1 6 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
WHEEL
1. Tyres (air pressure, abnormal wear, crack, rotation) I I&O I&O I&O I&O I&O I&O I&O I&O I&O
2. Wheels (damage) I I I I I I I I I I
3. Front wheel bearings (loose, damage) – I I I I I I I I I
4. Rear wheel bearings (loose, damage) – I I I I I I I I I
FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION
1. Suspension strut (oil leakage, damage) I I I I I I I I I I
2. Suspension arms and knuckle supports (loose,damage) – I I I I I I I I I
3. Rear spring (damage) – I I I I I I I I I
4. Shock absorbers (oil leakage, damage) I I I I I I I I I I
5. All bolts and nuts (loose) – T T T T T T T T T
6. Suspension arms and Tension rods – I I I I I I I I I
STEERING
1. Steering wheel (play, loose) I I I I I I I I I I
2. All rods and arms (loose, damage, wear) I I I I I I I I I I
ELECTRICAL
1. Battery electrolyte (level, leakage) I I I I I I I I I I
2. Wiring harness connection (looseness, damage) – I I I I I I I I I
3. Lighting system (operation, stains, damage) I I I I I I I I I I
4. Horn (operation) I I I I I I I I I I
5. System voltage – I I I I I I I I I
BODY
1. All chassis bolts and nuts (tighten) – I T T T T T T T T
2. All Latches, Hinges & Locks (function) I I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L

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CLUTCH PEDAL
Measure the clutch pedal play by moving
the clutch pedal with your hand and
measuring the distance it moves until you
feel slight resistance. The play in the clutch
pedal should be between 15 – 20 mm (0.6
– 0.8 in) If the play is more or less than
the above, or clutch dragging is felt with the
pedal fully depressed, have the clutch
inspected by your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.
76G-09-029
TYRESThe front and rear tyre pressure
specifications for your vehicle are listed on
the Tyre Inflation Pressure Label and in the
“SPECIFICATIONS” section at the end of
this book. Both the front and rear tyres
should have the specified tyre pressure.
Tyre Inspection
Inspect your vehicle’s tyres periodically by
performing the following checks:
1) Measure the air pressure with a tyre gauge. Adjust the pressure if necessary.
Remember to check the spare tyre too.
76G-09-030
Air pressures should be checkedwhen the tyres are cold or you may
get inaccurate readings.
Check the inflation pressure from time to time while inflating the tyre
gradually, until the specified
pressure is obtained.
Never underinflate or overinflate the tyres.
Underinflation can cause unusual
handling characteristics or can
cause the rim to slip on the tyre
bead, resulting in an accident or
damage to the tyre or rim.
Overinflation can cause the tyre to
burst, resulting in personal injury.
Overinflation can also cause
unusual handling characteristics
which may result in an accident.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE9-252) Check that the depth of the tread grooveis more than 1.6 mm (0.06 in). To help
you check this, the tyres have moulded-
in tread wear indicators in the grooves.
When the indicators appear on the tread
surface, the remaining depth of the tread
is 1.6 mm (0.06 in) or less and the tyre
should be replaced.
3) Check for abnormal wear, cracks and damage. Any tyres with cracks or other
damage should be replaced. If any tyres
show abnormal wear, have them
inspected by your MARUTI SUZUKI
dealer.
76G-09-031
Hitting curbs and running over rocks
can damage tyres and affect wheel
alignment. Be sure to have tyres and
wheel alignment checked periodically
by your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.
4) Check for loose wheel nuts.
5) Check that there are no nails, stones, or other objects sticking into the tyres.
Your MARUTI SUZUKI is equipped
with tyres which are all the same type
and size. This is important to ensure
proper steering and handling of the
vehicle. Never mix tyres of different
size or type on the four wheels of
your vehicle. The size and type of
tyres used should be only those
approved by MARUTI SUZUKI as
standard or optional equipment for
your vehicle.
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Replacing the wheels and tyres
equipped on your vehicle with certain
combinations of aftermarket wheels
and tyres can significantly change the
steering and handling characteristics
of your vehicle. Therefore, use only
those wheel and tyre combinations
approved by MARUTI SUZUKI as
standard or optional equipment for
your vehicle.
Replacing the original tyres with tyres
of a different size may result in false
speedometer or odometer readings.
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Tyre RotationTo avoid uneven wear of your tyres and to
prolong their life, rotate the tyres as
illustrated. Tyres should be rotated as
recommended in the periodic maintenance
schedule. After rotation, adjust front and rear
tyre pressures to the specification listed on
your vehicle’s Tyre Inflation Pressure Label.Wheel Balancing
If the vehicle vibrates abnormally on smooth
road, have the wheels balanced at Maruti
Suzuki authorized workshop.
Wheel Alignment
In case of abnormal tyre wear or pulling
towards one side, have the wheel aligned
at Maruti Suzuki authorized workshop.
76G-09-032
Changing Wheels
To change a wheel, use the following
procedure:
1) Remove the jack , tools and spare wheelfrom the vehicleNOTE:If it is hard to loosen the bolt that securesthe spare tyre, use the jack crank as
illustrated.2) Loosen, but do not remove the wheel nuts.
3) Jack up the vehicle (follow the jacking instructions in the EMERGENCY
SERVICE section in this manual)
76G-09-033
4) Remove the wheel nuts and wheel.
5) Before installing the new wheel, cleanany mud or dirt off from the surface of
the wheel and hub with a clean cloth.
Clean the hub carefully; it may be hot
from driving.
6) Install the new wheel and replace the wheel nuts with their cone shaped end
facing the wheel. Tighten each nut
snugly by hand until the wheel is
securely seated on the hub.
7) Lower the jack and fully tighten the nuts [to 8.5 kg-m (61.5 lb-ft)] in a crisscross
fashion with a wrench as shown in the
illustration.
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76G-09-035
76G-09-036
Use MARUTI Genuine wheel nuts and
tighten them to the specified torque
as soon as possible after changing
wheels. Incorrect wheel nuts or
improperly tightened wheel nuts may
come loose or fall off, which can
result in an accident. If you do not
have a torque wrench, have the wheel
nut torque checked by a MARUTI
SUZUKI authorized dealer.
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Tubeless Tyres (If equipped)
The vehicle is equipped with Tubeless
Tyres. In tubeless tyre, a thin layer of butyl
rubber is used for lining the inside of the
tubeless tyre. This layer is to prevent air
loss and fulfilling the purpose of tube. The
air pressure is maintained by the sealing
between tyre bead and wheel rim. Tubeless
tyres are having advantage of slow air loss
and preventing sudden deflation while
driving.
Care and maintenance tips for tubeless
tyres
1. Always maintain recommended inflation
pressure. Driving continously at low
inflation pressure can lead to tyre dam-
age.
2. In case any leakage is found, check for any nail penetration/valve core damage
or rim bent. Damaged wheel must not
be used.
3. In case tyre has run at low pressue, it must be inspected for any defect.
4. Whenver new tyre is fitted, replace the valve.
5. If continous high speed driving is required, increase tyres pressure by 5
psi over recommended inflation pressure.

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6. Never run the tyre beyond TWI (Treadwear indicator). The tyre is recommen-
ded to be replaced when the remaining
tread has worn to this point. The indica-
tors are spaced across the tread around
the tyre marked by a triagular symbol
(TWI).
7. Always prefer tubeless tyre mounting machine. In case of manual mounting-
tyre/wheel rim damage may occur.
8. In case of any problem, please get in touch with MARUTI SUZUKI authorised
dealer.
76G-09-037
76G-09-038
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.
When checking or servicing the
battery, disconnect the negative cable.
Be careful not to cause a short circuit
by allowing metal objects to contact
the battery posts and the vehicle at
the same time.
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EXAMPLE-1
EXAMPLE-2BATTERY

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JACKING INSTRUCTIONS1) Park the vehicle securely on hard levelground.
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 combinationwith jack crank to raise or lower the jack
as shown in the illustration.
76G-10-001 76G-10-002 76G-10-004
76G-10-003 76G-10-005
6) Continue to raise the jack slowly and
smoothly until the tyre clears the ground.
Do not raise the vehicle more than
necessary.

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ITEM: ELECTRICALALTO (STD / Lx / Lxi) ALTO K10 (Lxi / Vxi)
Standard spark plug NGK-DCPR7E, BOSCH-YR7DC NGK KR6A-10
Battery 34B20L (27AH/5HR) 38B20L (28AH/5HR)
Fuses See “INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE” section
Headlight 12V 55/60W
Turn signal light 12V 21W
Side turn signal light 12V 5W
Clearance light 12V 5W
Tail/brake light 12V 21/5W
Registration plate light 12V 5W
Reversing light 12V 21W
High Mount Stop Lamp 12V W16W
ITEM: WHEEL AND SUSPENSION ALTO (STD / Lx / Lxi) ALTO K10 (Lxi / Vxi)
Tyre size, front and rear 145/80R12 155/65R13
Tyre pressures front/rear 2.1 kg/cm
2
2.2 kg/cm
2
Suspension type front Mac Pherson Strut
rear 3-link-rigid axle suspension
ITEM: STEERING
Toe-in front 0 ± 1 mm
ITEM: CAPACITIES ALTO (STD / Lx / Lxi)ALTO K10 (Lxi / Vxi)
Coolant (Including reservoir tank) 3.5 Ltrs4.3 Ltrs
Fuel tank 35.0 Ltrs35.0 Ltrs
Engine oil (with oil filter) 2.7 Ltrs2.9 Ltrs
Transmission oil 2.2 Ltrs2.2 LtrsSPECIFICATIONS13-2