Gear SUZUKI BALENO 1999 1.G Owners Manual
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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.
60G-74E
5-14
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.
60G-74E
5-14
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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60G-74E
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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60G-74E
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
Once a week, or each time you fill your fuel
tank, perform the following under-bonnet
checks:
1) Engine oil level.
2) Coolant level.
3) Brake fluid level.
4) Power steering (if equipped) fluid level.
5) Windscreen washer fluid level.
6) Battery solution level.
7) Bonnet latch operation.
Pull the bonnet release handle inside the
vehicle. Make sure that you can not open
the hood all the way without releasing the
secondary latch. Be sure to close the hood
securely after checking for proper
operation. See "All Latches, Hinges &
Locks" of "PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE" in the "INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE" section for lubrication
schedule.
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.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Before starting the engine:
1) Make sure the parking brake is applied
fully.
2) Manual Transmission - Shift into "N"
(neutral) and depress the clutch pedal all
the way to the floor. Hold it while starting
the engine.
Make sure that the parking brake is
applied fully and the transmission is in
Neutral before attempting to start the
engine.
CAUTION
Stop turning the starter immediately
after the engine has started or the
starter system can be damaged.
Do not crank the engine for more
than 15 seconds at a time. If the
engine doesn't start on the first try,
wait about 15 seconds before trying
again.
Starting a Cold Engine
Engine which is started after 6 hours should
be treated as cold engine.
For Electronic fuel injection models
• With your foot off the accelerator pedal,
crank the engine by turning the ignition
key to "START1. Release the key when the
engine starts.
• If the engine does not start after 15
seconds of cranking, wait about 15
seconds, then press down the accelerator
pedal to 1/3 of its travel and try cranking
the engine again. Release the key and
accelerator pedal when the engine starts.
• If the engine still does not start, try holding
the accelerator pedal all the way to the
floor while cranking. This should clear the
engine if it is flooded.
Starting a Warm Engine
For Electronic fuel injection models:
Use the same procedure as for "Starting a cold
Engine".
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OPERATING YOUR VECHILE
60G-74E
USING THE TRANSMISSION
70F-04-005E
Starting off
To start off, depress and maintain pressure
upon the clutch pedal and change into 1st
gear. After releasing the parking brake,
gradually release the clutch. When you hear
a change in the engine's sound (speed), gently
apply pressure to the accelerator to keep the
engine sound (speed) constant whilst
continuing to gradually release the clutch.
Gear changing
All forward gears are synchronized, which
provides for quiet, easy changing. Always
depress the clutch pedal fully before changing
gears.The following table shows the maximum
allowable speed for each gear.
GEAR
First
Second
Third
Fourth
Fifth
MAXIMUM SPEED
50 km/h
95 km/h
140 km/h
Top Speed
Top Speed
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60G-74E
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
Reduce your speed and change
down to a lower gear before going
down a long or steep hill. A lower
gear will allow the engine to provide
braking. Avoid riding the brakes or
they may overheat, resulting in brake
failure.
When driving on slippery roads, be
sure to slow down before changing
down. Excessive and or sudden
changes in engine speed may cause
loss of traction, which could cause
you to lose control.
Make sure that the vehicle is
completely stationary before you
change into reverse.
CAUTION
To help avoid clutch damage, do not
use the clutch pedal as a footrest
while driving or use the clutch to
keep the vehicle stationary on a hill.
Depress the clutch fully when
changing gear.
When changing gears or starting off,
do not race the engine. Racing the
engine can shorten engine life and
prevent smooth operation.
BRAKING
The distance needed to bring any vehicle to a
halt increases with the speed of the vehicle.
The braking distance needed, for example, at
60 km/h will be approximately 4 times greater
than the braking distance needed at 20 km/h.
Start to brake the vehicle when there is plenty
of distance between your vehicle and the
stopping point, and slow down gradually.
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OPERATING YOUR VECHILE
60G-74E
RUNNING-IN
Servo assisted brakes
Your vehicle has servo assisted brakes which
works with the assistance of engine vacuum.
Do not switch off the engine while
vehicle is in motion, for example, while
driving down a hill as this will cause
loss of vacuum assistance leading to
reduction of braking efficiency
substantially.
If servo assistance is lost due to a stalled
engine or other failures, the system is still fully
operational on reserve power and you can
bring the vehicle to a complete stop by
pressing the brake pedal once and holding it
down. The reserve power is partly used up
each time you depress the brake pedal. Apply
smooth and constant pressure to the pedal.
Do not pump the pedal.
Even without reserve power in the
brake system, you can still stop the
vehicle by pressing the brake pedal
harder than normally required.
However, the stopping distance may be
lonaer.
On loose surface where the wheels can
easily loose traction (such as gravel,
etc.), the stopping distance required for
your vehicle may be greater than for a
comparable vehicle with a conventional
brake system. Allow for extra stopping
distance when driving on loose
surfaces.
CAUTION
The future performance and reliability
of the engine depends on the care and
restraint exercised during its early life.
It is especially important to observe the
following precautions during the initial
1000 km of vehicle operation.
• After starting, do not race the
engine. Warm it up gradually.
• Avoid prolonged vehicle operation at
a constant speed. Moving parts will
bed in better if you vary your speed.
• Do not exceed 100 km/h.
• Start off from a stop slowly. Avoid
full throttle starts.
• If possible, avoid hard braking,
especially during the first 300 km of
driving.
• Do not drive slowly with the
transmission in a high gear.
• Drive the vehicle at moderate engine
speeds.
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If water gets into the brake drums,
brake performance may become poor
and unpredictable. After driving
through water or washing the
underside of the vehicle, test the brakes
while driving at a slow speed to see if
they have maintained their normal
effectiveness. If the brakes are less
effective than normal, dry them by
repeatedly applying the brakes while
driving slowly until the brakes have
regained their normal effectiveness.
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60G-74E
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
CATALYTIC CONVERTER
(if equipped)
70F-05-005
The purpose of the catalytic converter installed
on your vehicle is to convert exhaust pollutants
to harmless water vapour, carbon dioxide, and
nitrogen. Use of leaded fuel in vehicles
equipped with catalytic converters is
prohibited, because lead deactivates the
pollutant-reducing components of the catalyst
system.
It is very important to keep the engine properly
tuned. Engine misfiring, which can result from
an improperly tuned engine, may cause
overheating of the catalyst. This may result in
permanent heat damage to the catalyst and
other vehicle components.
CAUTION
To minimize the possibility of catalyst
or other vehicle damage:
• Maintain the engine in the proper
operating condition.
• In the event of an engine
malfunction, particularly one
involving engine misfire or other
apparent loss of performance, have
the vehicle serviced promptly.
• Do not turn off the engine or
interrupt the ignition when the
transmission is in gear and the
vehicle is in motion.
• Do not try to start the engine by
pushing or towing the vehicle, or
coasting down a hill.
• Do not idle the engine with any spark
plug wires disconnected or
removed, such as during diagnostic
testing.
• Do not idle the vehicle for prolonged
periods if idling seems rough or
there are other malfunctions.
• Do not allow the fuel tank to get near
the empty level.
60Q-07-002E
Be careful where you park and drive;
the catalytic converter and other
exhaust components can get very hot.
As with any vehicle, do not park or
operate this vehicle in areas where
combustible materials such as dry
grass or leaves can come in contact
with a hot exhaust system.
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OPERATING YOUR VECHILE
60G-74E
IMPROVING FUEL ECONOMY
The following instructions will help you improve
fuel economy.
Avoid excessive idling:
If you are to wait for more than a minute while
you are parked, stop the engine and start it
again later. When warming up a cold engine,
allow the engine to idle until the temperature
gauge pointer comes up to the "C" position. In
this position, the engine is sufficiently warm
for starting off.
Avoid "fast" starts:
Fast starts away from lights or stop signs will
consume fuel unnecessarily and shorten
engine life. Start off slowly.
Avoid unnecessary stops:
Avoid unnecessary deceleration and stopping.
Try to maintain a slow, steady speed whenever
possible. Slowing down and then accelerating
again uses more fuel.
Keep a steady cruising speed:
Keep as constant a speed as road and traffic
conditions will permit.
Air Outlet side
(Facing up)
60G-09-010
Keep the air cleaner clean:
A dirty air cleaner will cause the carburation
system to supply too much fuel to the engine
for the amount of air being supplied. The result
is waste of fuel due to incomplete combustion.
Keep weight to a minimum:
The heavier the load, the more fuel the vehicle
consumes. Take out any luggage or cargo
when it is not necessary.
Keep tyre pressures correct:
Under-inflation of the tyres can waste fuel due
to increased running resistance of the tyres.
Keep your tyres inflated to the correct pressure
shown on the label on the driver's side door
or door lock pillar.
TRAILER TOWING
Your MARUTI was originally designed to carry
people and a normal amount of cargo, not to
tow a trailer. Maruti does not recommend you
use your vehicle to tow a trailer.Towing a trailer
can adversely affect handling, durability, and
fuel economy.
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60G-74E
DRIVING TIPS AND SAFE DRIVING
DRIVING TIPS AND SAFE DRIVING
High Speed Driving 8-1
Driving on Hills 8-1
Driving on Slippery Roads 8-2
Driving on Wet Roads 8-2
Do's and Don'ts for Safe Driving 8-3
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DRIVING TIPS AND SAFE DRIVING
60G-74E
70F-06-001
Wear Your Seat Belts at All Times.
The driver and passengers should
be property restrained at all times,
using the seatbelts provided. Refer
to the "SEATBELTS" section for
instructions on proper use of the
seatbelts.
Never drive while under the
influence of alcohol or other drugs.
Alcohol and drugs can seriously
impair your ability to drive safely,
greatly increasing the risk of injury
to yourself and others. You should
also avoid driving when you are
tired, sick, irritated, or under stress.
HIGH-SPEED DRIVING
When driving at a high-speed, pay attention to
the following:
• Stopping distance progressively increases
with vehicle speed. Apply the brakes far
enough ahead of the stopping point to
allow for the extra stopping distance.
• On rainy days, "Aquaplaning" can occur.
"Aquaplaning" is the loss of direct contact
between the road surface and the vehicle's
tyres due to a water film forming between
them. Steering or braking the vehicle while
"Aquaplaning" can be very difficult, and
loss of control can occur. Keep speed
down when the road surface is wet.
• At high speeds, the vehicle may be
affected by side winds. Therefore, reduce
speed and be prepared for unexpected
buffeting, which can occur at the exits of
tunnels, when passing by a cut of a hill, or
when being overtaken by large vehicles,
etc.
DRIVING ON HILLS
• When climbing steep hills, the vehicle may
begin to slow down and show a lack of
power. If this happens, you should change
to a lower gear so that the engine will again
be operating in its normal power range.
Change rapidly to prevent the vehicle from
losing momentum.
When driving down a hill, the engine
should be used for braking by shifting to
next lower gear.
Try not to hold the brake pedal down
too long or too often while going down
a steep or long hill. This could cause
the brakes to overheat, resulting in
reduced braking efficiency. Failure to
take this precaution could result in loss
of vehicle control.
CAUTION
When descending a down hill, NEVER
turn the ignition key to the "OFF"
position. Emission control system and
automatic transmission (if equipped)
damage may result.
DRIVING ON SLIPPERY ROADS
Under wet road conditions you should drive
at a lower speed than on dry roads due to
possible slippage of tyres during braking.
When driving on icy, snowcovered, or muddy
roads, reduce your speed and avoid sudden
acceleration, abrupt braking, or sharp steering
movements.
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60G-74E
DRIVING TIPS AND SAFE DRIVING
Snow Chains
If you must use snow chains to increase tyre
traction, observe the following precautions:
• Choose a safe place away from traffic to
install the chains.
• When installing the chains carefully follow
the manufacturer's instructions.
• Install the chains on the front tyres.
• With the chains on, drive only at slow and
moderate speeds.
• If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
If your vehicle gets stuck in snow, mud, or
sand, follow the directions below:
1) Change back and forth between first gear
and reverse. This will create a rocking
motion which may give you enough
momentum to free the vehicle. Press
gently on the accelerator to keep wheel
spin to a minimum. Remove your foot from
the accelerator while changing gear.
Do not race the engine. Excessive wheel
spin will cause the tyres to dig deeper,
making it more difficult to free the vehicle.
2) If your vehicle remains stuck after a few
minutes of rocking, get another vehicle to
pull you out.
Do not allow anyone to stand near the
vehicle when you are rocking it, and do
not spin the wheels faster than an
indicated 40 km/h on the speedometer.
Personal injury and/or vehicle damage
may result from spinning the wheels
too fast.
CAUTION
Do not continue rocking the vehicle for
more than a few minutes. Prolonged
rocking can cause engine overheating
or transmission damage.
DRIVING ON WET ROADS
CAUTION
When driving on wet roads, avoid driv-
ing through large amount of standing
water on the road. Large amount of
water entering the engine compart-
ment may cause damage to the engine
and or electrical components.
If stuck in deep water, do not start till
water level drops.
Water Is incompressible substance,
water inside engine is harmful to
the engine."
Make sure your tyres are in good
condition and always maintain the
specified tyre pressure. Refer to
"TYRES" in the "INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE" section for details.
Do not use tyres other than those
specified by MARUTI. never use
different sizes or types of tyres on
the front and rear wheels. For
information regarding the specified
tyres, refer to ^"SPECIFICATIONS"
section.
Never use oversized tyres or special
shock absorbers and springs to
raise (jack up) your vehicle.This will
change the handling characteristics.
After driving through water, test the
brakes while driving at a slow speed
to see if they have maintained their
normal effectiveness. If the brakes
are less effective than normal, dry
them by repeatedly applying the
brakes while driving slowly until the
brakes have regained their normal
effectiveness.
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DRIVING TIPS AND SAFE DRIVING
60G-74E
DO'S AND DON'TS FOR SAFE
DRIVING
Exercise care in handling your vehicle. Be
conscious of not only your own safety but also
the safety of others on the road, and thus enjoy
the best and most comfortable driving
experience.
This section contains basic rules for safe
driving. Read it carefully for good
understanding of the content so that you can
enjoy safe and pleasant driving in your Maruti
vehicle.
72F-08-001
Starting
1. Adjust the driver's seat for the proper
driving posture.
2. Adjust the rear view mirror so as to obtain
the best possible rear view.
3. Before moving off, look forward and back
to confirm safety.
72F-08-002
72F-08-003
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DRIVING TIPS AND SAFE DRIVING
72F-08-011
Braking
1. Use the parking brake when parking your
vehicle and shift the gear shift lever into
the first gear or reverse gear position for
the sake of safety.
72F-08-012
Don't use handbraking unless
unavoidable. It causes the vehicle to
skid and a rear end collision occur. It is
especially dangerous when the tyres are
worn, for they allow a larger skid.
Use foot brake in three stages
(1) Warn the vehicle behind you
(2) Gradually apply the brake.
(3) Bring the vehicle to a halt.
3. When driving on a downhill, try not to apply
the brake but use the engine brake
effectively. Overuse of the footbrake may
result in total brake failure.
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DRIVING TIPS AND SAFE DRIVING
60G-74E
72F-08-014
Avoid reckless high speed driving and try
to drive at a safe speed suitable for the
road conditions while maintaining a
constant speed.
5.
72F-08-015
The higher the speed, the narrower the
driver's visual range becomes. In such a
state, it is difficult to anticipate any hazard
and the driver feels much fatigued.
Never do sharp handling during high
speed driving. You will lose your control
over your car.
When overtaking or changing the lane
while driving at a high speed, keep an
ample car-to-car distance.
72F-08-017
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72F-08-013
72F-08-016
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60G-74E
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Periodic Maintenance Schedule.. 9-2
Engine Oil and Filter 9-7
Gear OH 9-10
Engine Coolant 9-11
Windscreen Washer Fluid 9-13
Air Cleaner 9-13
Spark Plugs 9-14
Brakes 9-15
Steering 9-17
Power Steering (if equipped) 9-18
Clutch Pedal 9-18
Tyres... 9-19
Battery 9-22
Fuses 9-23
Bulb Replacement , 9-25
Wiper Blades 9-29
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
60G-74E
70F-05-002
You should take extreme care when
working on your vehicle to prevent
accidental injury. Here are a few
precautions that you should be
especially careful to observe:
• Do not leave the engine running in
garages or other confined areas.
• When the engine Is running, keep
hands, clothing, tools, and other
objects away from the fan and water
pump belt. Even though the fan may
not be moving, it can automatically
turn on without warning. ^
When it is necessary to do service
work with the engine running, make
sure that the parking brake is applied
fully and the transmission is in
Neutral.
Do not touch ignition wires or other
ignition system parts when starting
the engine or when the engine is
running, or you could receive an
electric shock.
Be careful not to touch a hot engine,
exhaust manifold and pipes, muffler,
radiator and water hoses.
Do not allow smoking, sparks, or
flames around gasoline or the
battery. Flammable fumes are
present.
Do not get under your vehicle if it is
supported only with the portable
jack provided in your vehicle.
Be careful not to cause accidental
short circuits between the positive
and negative battery terminals.
Keep used oil, coolant, and other
fluids away from children and pets.
Dispose of used fluids properly;
never pour them on the ground, into
sewers, etc.
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