engine SUZUKI BALENO 1999 1.G Owner's Guide

EMERGENCY SERVICE

60G-74E

WARNING TRIANGLE (TYPE-1)

If the temperature indication does not come

down to within the normal, acceptable range:

1) Turn off the engine and check that the

water pump belt and pulleys are not

damaged or slipping. If any abnormality is

found, correct it.

2) Check the coolant level in the reservoir. If

it is found to be lower than the "LOW" line,

look for leaks at the radiator, water pump,

and radiator and heater hoses. If you

locate any leaks that may have caused the

overheating, do not run the engine until

these problems have been corrected.

3) If you do not find a leak, carefully add

coolant to the reservoir and then the

radiator, if necessary. (Refer to "ENGINE

COOLANr in the "INSPECTION AND

MAINTENANCE" section.)
K is dangerous to remove the radiator

cap when the water temperature is

high, because scalding fluid and steam

may be blown out under pressure. The

cap should only be taken off when the

coolant temperature has lowered.

To help prevent personal Injury, keep

hands, tools and clothing away from the

engine cooling fan and airconditioner

fan (if equipped). These electric fans

can automatically turn on without

warning.
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In case of vehicle break-down or during

emergency stopping where your vehicle could

become a potential traffic hazard, please keep

the warning triangle, provided with your

vehicle, on the pathway (road) behind the

vehicle so as to warn the approaching traffic,

at an approximate distance of 5-15 m, such

that reflecting side of the triangle faces the

rear. Please activate the hazard warning lamps

before alighting the vehicle to keep the warning

triangle.

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EMERGENCY SERVICE

WARNING TRIANGLE (TYPE-2)

In case of vehicle breakdown or during

emergency stopping where your vehicle

could become a potential traffic hazard,

keep the warning triangle, provided with

your vehicle, on the road free from any

obstacles behind your vehicle so as to warn

the approaching traffic, at an approximate

distance of 50-100 m, the reflecting side of

the triangle should face the on coming

traffic. Please activate the hazard warning

lamps before alighting the vehicle to keep

the warning triangle.
Remove the warning triangle

carefully from the box as shown by arrow

1.

Open both the reflector arms as shown

by arrows and lock arms with each other

with the clip provided in the right arm.

Open the bottom stand in counter clock-

wise direction as shown by arrow 3.

Position the warning triangle behind the

vehicle on a plain surface.

Reverse the removal procedure

keeping inside the box.
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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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60G-74E
GENERAL INFORMATION

GENERAL INFORMATION

Vehicle Identification 12-1

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GENERAL INFORMATION

60G-74E

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION

70F-10-001

Chassis Serial Number

The chassis and/or engine serial numbers are

used to register the vehicle.They are also used

to assist your dealer when ordering or referring

to special service information. Whenever you

have occasion to consult your MARUTI dealer,

remember to identify your vehicle with this

number. Should you find the number difficult

to read, you will also find it on the identification

plate.
70F-10-002

Engine Serial Number

The engine serial number is stamped on the

cylinder block as shown in the illustration and

also on the identification plate.

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