brakes SUZUKI BALENO 1999 1.G User Guide
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EMERGENCY SERVICE
60G-74E
CAUTION
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.
60G-10-004E
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.
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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.
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60G-74E
EMERGENCY SERVICE
TOWING
If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact
a professional service.
CAUTION
To help avoid damage to your vehicle
during towing, proper equipment and
towing procedures must be used.
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.
EMERGENCY REMEDIES
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
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 gauge indicates overheating
during driving:
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 the indicator is within
the normal, acceptable temperature range
between "H" and "C".
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.
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60G-74E
BODY WORK CARE
Store your vehicle in a dry, well-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. Years of exposure to midday sun can
cause the colours in paint, plastic parts, and
fabrics to fade. Covering your vehicle with a
high-quaiity, "breathable" vehicle cover can
help protect the finish from the harmful UV
rays in sunlight, and can reduce the amount
of dust and air pollution reaching the surface.
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VEHICLE CLEANING
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 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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BODY WORK CARE
60G-74E
Cleaning the Exterior
CAUTION
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.
CAUTION
When washing the vehicle, avoid
directing steam or hot water of more
than 80°C (176°F) 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.
CAUTION
When using a commercial car wash
product, observe the cautions specified
by the manufacturer. Never use strong
household detergents or soaps.
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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