charging SUZUKI ALTO 2014 Owners Manual

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76G-74E
INSTRUMENT PANEL
If you operate the engine with thislight 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 (see section
"INSPECTION & MANINTENANCE").
5-5
CAUTION
Charging Light
This light comes on when the ignition switch
is turned on, 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 MARUTI SUZUKI
dealer.
Do not continue driving long with the
charging light ON as this will drain the
battery 'dead'.
CAUTION
76G-05-007 76G-05-008
EXAMPLE
Oil Pressure Light
This light comes on when the ignition switch
is turned on, 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 (see section "INSPECTION &
MAINTENANCE"). If there is enough oil, the
lubrication system should be inspected by
your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer before you
drive the vehicle again.
76G-05-006

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
9-10
DRIVE BELT
When the engine is running, keep
hands, hair, clothing, tools, etc. away
from the fan and drive belt. Even
though the fan may not be moving, it
can automatically turn on without
warning.
Water pump belt (A) 8 - 9 mm
Air conditioner belt (B) 8 - 9 mm
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76G-09-002
Make sure the drive belt tension is correct.
If the belt is too loose, insufficient battery
charging, engine overheating, or excessive
belt wear can result. When you press the
belt with your thumb midway between the
pulleys, the belt deflection should be within
the specification below.
The belt should also be examined to ensure
that it is not damaged. If the belt needs to
be replaced or adjusted, have it done by
your MARUTI SUZUKI dealer.
DEF: 4.0 – 4.5 mm
(0.16 – 0.18 in.)
DEF: 7 – 8 mm
(0.28 – 0.31 in.)
: 100 N (10 kg, 22 lbs) press
GE: Generator
DEF: Deflection
AC: Air conditioner compressor GE
AC
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