SUZUKI BALENO 1999 1.G Owner's Manual

60G-74E
INSTRUMENT PANEL

TACHOMETER (if equipped)

FUEL GAUGE
TEMPERATURE GAUGE

60G-05-004

The tachometer indicates engine speed in

revolutions per minute.

Never drive with the engine speed

indicator in the red zone or severe

engine damage can result.
60G-05-005

This gauge gives an approximate indication

of the amount of fuel in the fuel tank as shown

in figure. "P stands for full and "E" stands for

empty.

If the indicator gets in the red zone, refill the

tank as soon as possible.

Note:

This vehicle has fuel gauge of new design.

Even when the ignition switch is "OFF", the

needle will not return to "E" position but will

show the reading.
60G-05-006

When the ignition switch is on, this gauge

indicates the engine coolant temperature.

Under normal driving conditions, the indicator

should stay within the normal, acceptable

temperature range between "H" and "C". If the

indicator approaches "H", and maintains that

reading, overheating is indicated. Follow the

instructions for engine overheating in the

EMERGENCY REMEDIES section.

CAUTION

Continuing to drive the vehicle when

engine overheating is indicated, can

result in severe engine damage.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

60G-74E

HAZARD WARNING SWITCH
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER SWITCH CIGARETTE LIGHTER (if equipped)

(if equipped)

60G-05-007

Push in the hazard warning switch to activate

the hazard warning lights. All four turn signal

lights and both turn signal indicators will flash

simultaneously. To turn off the lights, push the

switch again.

Use the hazard warning lights to warn other

traffic during emergency parking or when your

vehicle could otherwise become a traffic

hazard.
60G-05-008

When the rear window is misted, push this

switch to clear the window. An indicator light

will be lit when the defroster is on. The

defroster will only work when the ignition

switch is in the "ON position. To turn off the

defroster, push the switch again.

CAUTION

The rear window defroster uses a large

amount of electricity. Be sure to turn

off after the window has become clear.
60G-05-009

To use the cigarette lighter, push it all the way

into the receptacle and release it. It will

automatically heat up and will pop out to its

normal position when it is ready for use.

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60G-74E
INSTRUMENT PANEL

ASHTRAY

GLOVE BOX

60G-05-010

843-05-011E

Front Ashtray

To remove the front panel ashtray for cleaning,

push down on the metal plate, and pull the

ashtray completely out of its holder.
Rear Ashtray

To remove the rear ashtray, push down on the

tongue and pull the ashtray out of its holder.

Make sure tobacco is fully extinguished

before closing the ashtray. Never throw

waste in the ashtray: it could create a

fire hazard.
60G-05-011

To open the glove box, pull the latch lever.

To close it, push the lid until It latches securely.

If a lock is equipped on the latch lever, lock

the glove box by inserting the key and turning

it clockwise and unlock the glove box by

turning the key counterclockwise.

Never drive with the glove box lid open.

It could cause injury if an accident

occurs.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL
60G-74E

HEATING SYSTEM (if equipped)

The heating system provides heating

demisting, and ventilation.

a. Windscreen defroster

b. Side defroster

c. Side outlet

d. Center outlet

e. Floor outlet

60G-05-012

@

RECIRCULATED AIR FRESH AIR

60G-05-013

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60G-74E
INSTRUMENT PANEL

Description of Controls

Function Buttons ©: These buttons are used

to select one of the functions described below:

VENTILATION ©: Temperature-

controlled air comes out of the

center and side air outlets.

BI-LEVEL ®: Temperature-

controlled air comes out of the floor

outlets and cooler air comes out of

the center and side outlets. When

the temperature control lever is in

the fully "COOL" position or fully

"HOT" position, however, the air from

the floor outlets and the air from the

center and side outlets will be the

same temperature.

HEAT ©: Temperature-controlled air

comes out of the floor outlets.

HEAT & DEFROST ©: Tempera-

ture-controlled air comes out of the

floor outlets, the windscreen de-

froster outlets, and the side defroster

outlets.
DEFROST ©: Temperature-

controlled air comes out of the

windscreen defroster outlets and the

side defroster outlets.

Air Intake Lever ©:This lever is used to select

between circulating outside air (FRESH AIR)

or recirculating inside air (RECIRCULATED

AIR).

Temperature Control Lever ©: This lever is

used to control the temperature of the air that

comes out of the air outlets.

Fan switch ©: This switch is used to turn on

the fan and to select fan speed. There are five

positions: OFF, LOW, MEDIUM, MEDIUM

HIGH and HIGH.
SYSTEM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

60G-05-014

Natural Ventilation

Push the "VENTILATION" button and move the

air intake lever to "FRESH AIR", the

temperature control lever to the desired

temperature position, and the fan switch to

"OFF. Fresh air will flow through the vehicle

when it is moving.

70F-03-032

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60G-74E

60G-05-015

Forced Ventilation

The lever settings are the same as for natural

ventilation except you move the fan switch to

a position other than "OFF".
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60G-05-016

Normal Heating (Using outside air)

Push the "HEAT" button and move the air

intake lever to "FRESH AIR", the temperature

control lever to the desired temperature

position, and the fan switch to the desired fan

speed position. Moving the fan switch to a

higher fan speed position increases heating

efficiency.
60G-05-017

Quick Heating (Using recirculated air)

The lever settings are the same as for normal

heating except you move the air intake lever

to "RECIRCULATED AIR". If you use this

heating method for an extended period of time,

the air in the vehicle can become

contaminated and the windows can become

misty. Therefore, use this method only for quick

heating and change to the normal heating

method as soon as possible.

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70F-03-031
70F-03-030
70F-03-029

60G-74E
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60G-05-018

Cool Face/Warm Feet

Push the "BI-LEVEL" button and move the air

intake lever to "FRESH AIR", the temperature

control lever to the desired temperature

position, and the fan switch to the desired fan

speed position. Unless the temperature control

lever is in the fully "COOL" position or fully

"HOT position, the air that comes out of the

center and side outlets will be cooler than the

air that comes out of the floor outlets.
60G-05-019

Defrosting/Warm Feet

Push the "HEAT & DEFROST' button and

move the air intake lever to "FRESH AIR", the

temperature control lever to the desired

temperature position, and the fan switch to

"HIGH". When the windscreen has become

clear, move the fan switch to the desired fan

speed position.
60G-05-020

Defrosting

Push the "DEFROST' button and move the

air intake lever to "FRESH AIR", the

temperature control lever to the desired

temperature position, and the fan switch to

"HIGH" Moving the temperature control lever

to a higher temperature position increases

defrosting efficiency. When the windscreen

has become clear, move the fan switch to the

desired fan speed position.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

60G-74E

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

(if equipped)
SYSTEM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

60G-05-021

The air conditioning system can be used to

provide cooling and dehumidifying, as

described below. To turn on the air conditioning

system, push in the A/C button and move the

fan switch to a position other than "OFF". An

indicator light will come on when the air

conditioning system is on. To turn off the air

conditioning system, push the A/C button again.

During operation of the air conditioner, you may

notice slight changes in engine speed. These

changes are normal, the system is designed

so that the compressor turns on or off to

maintain the desired temperature. Less

operation of the compressor results in better

fuel economy.
60G-05-022

Normal Cooling (using outside air)

Push in the A/C button and the

"VENTILATION" button, and the move the air

intake lever to "FRESH AIR", the temperature

control lever to the "COOL" position, and the

fan switch to the desired fan speed position.

Moving the fan switch to a higher fan speed

position increases cooling efficiency.

If the ambient temperature is high enough to

cause insufficient cooling, use the "Quick

Cooling" as following.
60G -05-023

Quick Cooling (Using recirculated air)

The lever settings are the same as for normal

cooling except you move the air intake lever

to "RECIRCULATED AIR". If you use this

cooling method for a extended period of time,

the air in the vehicle can become

contaminated. Therefore, you should

occasionally move the air intake lever to

"FRESH AIR".

NOTE:

If your vehicle has been left in the sun with

the windows closed, it will cool faster if you

open the windows briefly while you operate

the air conditioner with the air intake lever at

"FRESH AIR" and the fan at high speed.

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60G-05-024

Dehumidifying

Push in the A/C button, and the desired

function button and move the air intake lever

to "FRESH AIR", the temperature control lever

to the desired temperature position, and the

fan switch to the desired fan speed position.

NOTE:

Because the air conditioner dehumidifies the

air, turning it on will help keep the windows

clear, even when blowing heated air using the

DEMIST or HEATER & DEMIST functions.
60G-05-025

NOTE:

There are two types of air conditioning

systems used in MARUTI vehicles. One type

uses refrigerant CFC-12, commonly called R-

12; the other type uses the new refrigerant

HFC-134a, commonly called R-134a. For each

system, the correct refrigerant must be used.

To identify the system, a label that states

"R134a" or "HFC 134a" is stuck on the front

side of the engine compartment if the system

uses R-134a refrigerant.
CAUTION

Using the wrong refrigerant may

damage the air conditioning system.

Use correct refrigerant only. Do not mix

the two refrigerants.

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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT

OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT

Parking Brake Lever 6-1

Pedals 6-2

Gear Lever 6-2

Fuel Filler Cap 6-3

Folding Rear Seats 6-4

Sun Visor 6-5

Interior Light Switch 6-5

Assist Grips 6-5

Bonnet 6-6

Cup Holder (if equipped) 6-7

Tyre Changing Tools 6-7

Luggage Compartment Trim 6-8

Trunk (Boot) Light 6-8

Front Seat Back Pocket (if equipped) 6-9

Rear spoiler with Stop lamp (if equipped) 6-9

Alloy Wheels (if equipped) 6-9

Power Antenna (if equipped) 6-10

Leather Cover (if equipped) 6-10

High Mount Stop Lamp 6-10

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60G-74E
INSTRUMENT PANEL

60G-05-024

Dehumidifying

Push in the A/C button, and the desired

function button and move the air intake lever

to "FRESH AIR", the temperature control lever

to the desired temperature position, and the

fan switch to the desired fan speed position.

NOTE:

Because the air conditioner dehumidifies the

air, turning it on will help keep the windows

clear, even when blowing heated air using the

DEMIST or HEATER & DEMIST functions.
60G-05-025

NOTE:

There are two types of air conditioning

systems used in MARUTI vehicles. One type

uses refrigerant CFC-12, commonly called R-

12; the other type uses the new refrigerant

HFC-134a, commonly called R-134a. For each

system, the correct refrigerant must be used.

To identify the system, a label that states

"R134a" or "HFC 134a" is stuck on the front

side of the engine compartment if the system

uses R-134a refrigerant.
CAUTION

Using the wrong refrigerant may

damage the air conditioning system.

Use correct refrigerant only. Do not mix

the two refrigerants.

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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT

OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT

Parking Brake Lever 6-1

Pedals 6-2

Gear Lever 6-2

Fuel Filler Cap 6-3

Folding Rear Seats 6-4

Sun Visor 6-5

Interior Light Switch 6-5

Assist Grips 6-5

Bonnet 6-6

Cup Holder (if equipped) 6-7

Tyre Changing Tools 6-7

Luggage Compartment Trim 6-8

Trunk (Boot) Light 6-8

Front Seat Back Pocket (if equipped) 6-9

Rear spoiler with Stop lamp (if equipped) 6-9

Alloy Wheels (if equipped) 6-9

Power Antenna (if equipped) 6-10

Leather Cover (if equipped) 6-10

High Mount Stop Lamp 6-10

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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENTS
60G-74E

PARKING BRAKE LEVER

63B-06-001E

The parking brake lever is located between

the seats. To apply the parking brake, hold the

brake pedal down and pull the parking brake

lever all the way up.
63B-06-002E

To release the parking brake, hold the brake

pedal down, pull up slightly on the parking

brake lever, push the button on the end of the

lever with your thumb, and lower the lever to

its original position.
Never drive your vehicle with the

parking brake on: rear brake

effectiveness can be reduced from

over heating, brake life may be

shortened, or permanent brake

damage may result.

If the parking brake does not hold

the vehicle securely or does not fully

release, have your vehicle inspected

immediately by an authorized

MARUTI dealer.

Always apply the parking brake fully

before leaving your vehicle or it may

move, causing injury or damage. When

parking, make sure the gear shift lever

is left in first gear or reverse.

Remember, even though the

transmission is in gear, you must

always apply the parking brake fully.

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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT

PEDALS

GEAR LEVER

60G-06-001

Clutch Pedal ©

The clutch pedal is used to disengage the drive

to the wheels when starting the engine,

stopping, or shifting the transmission lever.

Depressing the pedal disengages the clutch.

CAUTION

Do not drive with your foot resting on

the clutch pedal. It could result in

excessive clutch wear, clutch damage,

or unexpected loss of engine braking.
Brake Pedal ®

Your MARUTI vehicle is equipped with front

disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Depressing

the brake pedal applies both sets of brakes.

You may hear occasional brake squeal when

you apply the brakes. This is a normal

condition caused by environmental factors

such as cold, wet, snow, etc.

If brake squeal is excessive and occurs

each time the brakes are applied, you

should have the brakes checked by

your MARUTI dealer.

A WARNING

Do not "ride" the brakes by applying

them continuously or resting your foot

on the pedal. This will result in

overheating of the brakes which could

cause unpredictable braking action,

longer stopping distances, or

permanent brake damage.

Accelerator Pedal ®

This pedal controls the speed of the engine.

Depressing the accelerator pedal increases

power output and speed.
70F-04-005E

The gear change pattern is shown in the

illustration. For details on how to use the

transmission, refer to USING THE

TRANSMISSION in the OPERATING YOUR

VEHICLE section.

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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENTS

60G-74E

FUEL FILLER CAP

60G-06-002

The fuel filler cap is located on the left rear

side of the vehicle. The fuel filler lid can be

unlocked by pulling up the opener lever located

on the outboard side of the driver's seat and

locked by simply closing the lid.

Remove the fuel filler cap slowly. The

fuel may be under pressure and may

spray out, causing injury.
Petrol Is extremely flammable. Do not

smoke when refuelling, and make sure

there are no open flames or sparks in

the area.
60G-06-OO3

The fuel tank filler cap has a "screw-on ratcheting

type" feature.

• To remove - turn the cap counterclockwise.

Turn the cap slowly to allow any residual

pressure to escape.

• To install - turn the cap clockwise and

tighten it securely until a "ratcheting"

(clicking) sound is heard. The "ratcheting"

sound indicates that the cap is on properly.

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60G-74E
OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT

FOLDING REAR SEATS

70F-04-008E

If you need to replace the fuel cap, use

only a cap specified for your model.

Using an improper fuel cap can cause

a serious malfunction of the fuel

system. You can get the correct

replacement cap from your MARUTI

dealer.
63B-06-013

The rear seat of your vehicle can be folded

forward ro provide additional luggage space.

To lower the seatback, hook the webbing of

both outboard lap-shoulder belts in the belt

hangers, pull up the lock knobs (© and @)

simultaneously and fold forward the seatback.

To raise the seatback, lift it up and push back

until it locks into place.

When you move a seatback, make sure

the belt webbing is hooked in the belt

hangers (if equipped) so the seat belts

are not caught by the seatback, seat

hinge, or seat latch.This helps prevent

damage to the belt system.
63B-06-014

When returning a rear seat to the

normal position, make sure that

movement of the seatback is

unobstructed and the seatback is

securely latched.

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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENTS

60G-74E

SUN VISOR
INTERIOR LIGHT SWITCH

70F-04-024

Luggage or other cargo should be

stowed in the luggage compartment

with the rear seat in an upright position,

whenever possible. If you need to carry

cargo in the passenger compartment

with the rear seat back folded forward,

be sure to secure the cargo or it may

be thrown about, causing injury. Never

pile cargo higher than the seatbacks.
The sun visors can be pulled down to block

glare coming through the wind screen, or they

can be unhooked and turned to the side to

block glare coming through the side window.

CAUTION

When unhooking and hooking a sun

visor, be sure to handle it by the hard

plastic parts or the sun visor can be

damaged.
60G-06-004

This light switch has three positions which

function as described below:

© The light comes on and stays on

regardless of whether the door is open or

closed.

© The light comes on when the door is

opened.

® The light remains off even when the door

is opened.

NOTE:

Both Front and Rear doors are involved in

lighting operation of the interior light.

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60G-74E
OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT

ASSIST GRIPS
BONNET

70F-04-015

Assist grips are provided for passenger

convenience.

Do not hang Herns on the assist grips.

They could obstruct the driver's view,

resulting in an accident, or could be

thrown about in an accident or abrupt

manoeuvre, causing injury.
60G-06-005

To open the bonnet:

1) Pull the bonnet release handle located on

the outboard side of the driver's side of

the instrument panel. This will disengage

the bonnet lock halfway.
60G-06-006

2)
Push the under-bonnet release lever

sideways with your finger, as shown in the

illustration. While pushing the lever, lift up

the bonnet.

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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENTS

60G-74E

CUP HOLDER (if equipped)
TYRE CHANGING TOOLS

60G-06-007

3)
Continue to lift up the bonnet until it is high

enough to support with the prop rod.

Make sure the bonnet 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.
60G-06-008

To use the cup holder, pull it out fully. After

using the holder, push it back in.

Do not use the cup holder to hold cups

containing hot liquids, or objects other

than cups. Objects in the cup holder

may be thrown about during a sudden

stop or impact, and could cause

personal injury.
60G-06-009

The jack, wheel wrench and jack crank are

stowed in the luggage compartment behind

the rear seat.

To remove the jack, turn its shaft

counterclockwise and pull the jack out of the

storage bracket. To stow the jack, place it in

the storage bracket and turn the shaft

clockwise until the jack is securely held in

place.

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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT

LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM TRUNK (BOOT) LIGHT (if equipped)

Luggage or other cargo placed in the luggage

compartment are hidden from view by a

luggage compartment trim.

Do not carry items on top of the

luggage compartment trim, even if they

are small and light. Objects on top of

the trim could be thrown about In an

accident, causing injury, or could

obstruct the driver's rear view.

60G-06-010
6OG-O6-O11

The jack should be used only to change

wheels. It is important to read the

jacking Instructions in the

EMERGENCY SERVICE section of this

manual before attempting to use the

jack.
When you open the trunk (boot) lid, the trunk

(boot) light comes on and remains on as

long as you keep the lid open.

Do not leave the boot (trunk) lid open

for a long time, or the battery will

discharge.

After using the jack, jack crank and

wheel wrench, be sure to stow them

securely or they can cause injury if an

accident occurs.

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