Lift SUZUKI BALENO 1999 1.G Owners Manual

60G-74E

BEFORE DRIVING

72F-03-002E

Central door locking system (if equipped)

You can lock and unlock all the side doors and

simultaneously by using the key in the driver's

door lock or the front passenger's door lock.
60G-03-006E

You can also lock or unlock all the side

doors by depressing the right or left of the

switch ©, respectively.

NOTE:

• Moving the lock knob on each door locks

or unlocks that door only.

• Be sure to hold the door handle up when

you close a locked front door, or the door

will not remain locked.
60G-03-005

Child-Proof Locks (if equipped)

As illustrated, a child-proof lock is provided

for both rear doors. When the lock lever is

down, position ©, the child proof lock is

activated, and when up, in position © the

child-proof lock is deactivated, when the

child-proof lock is activated, the rear door

cannot be opened from the inside even if

the inside door lock is unlocked but can be

opened from the outside.

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BEFORE DRIVING
80G-74E

70F-01-008E

Trunk (Boot) Ud

To unlock the lid, insert the key and turn it

clockwise. You can also unlock the lid by pulling

the release lever located on the outboard side

of the driver's seat.
60G-03-007E

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Be sure to place the child-proof lock

in the locked position whenever

children are seated in the rear.

CAUTION

Do not use the key to lift up the lid,

or the key may break off In the lock.

Always make sure that the trunk lid Is

closed and latched securely. Closing

the lid completely helps to prevent

exhaust gases from entering the car.

Do not keep the trunk lid open for a long

time, or the battery will discharge.

60G-74E
BEFORE DRIVING

WINDOWS

60G-03-009E

Electric window controls (if equipped)

The driver's door has switches ®,®,© & ©

to operate the driver's window, front

passenger's window, rear right and rear left

passenger's window respectively.

The passenger's door only has a switch ©

to operate the passenger's window. The

electric windows can only be operated when

the ignition switch is in the "ON" position.

To open a window with the driver's door

switches, push the top part of the switch and

to close the window lift up the top part

of the switch.
6OG-O3-010E

The driver's window has an "auto-down"

feature for added convenience (at toll booths

or drive-through restaurants, for example).

This means you can open the window without

holding the window switch in the "Down"

position. Press the driver's window

switch completely down and release it. To

stop the window before it reaches the

bottom, lift up the switch briefly.
To open or to close a window with the

passenger's door switch, push down or push

up the switch.

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BEFORE DRIVING

60G-74E

60G-03-011E

The driver's door also has a lock switch for

the passenger's window. When you push in

the lock side of the switch, the passenger's

windows can not be raised or lowered by

operating either of the switches ®,@,® & ©.

To restore normal operation, push the unlock

side of the switch.
60G-03-012

You should always push the lock side

of the lock switch when there are

children in the vehicle. Children can be

seriously injured if they get part of their

body caught by the window during

operation.
NOTE:

The rear side door windows are not designed

to open fully. They can be opened about 2/3

of the way down.

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CAUTION

Since the electric windows consumes

a large amount of electricity, the same

should not be used excessively with

engine in "OFF" condition.

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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60G-74E
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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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENTS
60G-74E

FRONT SEAT BACK POCKET

(if equipped)
REAR SPOILER WITH STOP LAMP

Other Controls (if equipped)

63B-06-022

This pocket is provided for holding light and

soft things such as gloves, newspapers or

magazines.

Do not put hard or breakable objects

In the pocket. If an accident occurs,

objects such as bottles, cans etc. can

injure the occupants in the rear seat.
60G-50-002E

Rear Spoiler is provided to improve

aerodynamic stability at higher speeds and

better asthetics. Stop Lamp (if equipped) is

fitted inside the Rear Spoiler. The stop lamp

will glow as and when the Brake Pedal is

depressed.

CAUTION

Never close the dicky door too hard or

with jerk or lift the dicky by holding

spoiler, rear spoiler may get damaged.

Close the dicky door gently and make

sure it is closed properly.
ALLOY WHEELS

Maintenance with tyre wears (if equipped)

60G-50-003E

Wider alloy wheels are provided in the vehicle

for better grip on the road and more fuel

economy. For balancing of wheels please

consult MARUTI authorised workshop.

CAUTION

Never try to remove the tyre from alloy

wheel rim in convention manner (by

hammering), it will damage the wheel

rim. Always insist on tyre changing

machine.

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60G-74E

OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT

POWER ANTENNA Other Controls

(if equipped)
LEATHER COVER

Steering Column Controls (if equipped)

60G-50-004E

60G-50-006E

Power antenna on the rear side will

automatically come up on switching on the

AM/FM receiver fitted in the vehicle.
For better control on steering wheel leather

cover is provided.
HIGH MOUNT STOP LAMP

(if equipped)

High mount stop lamp is provided with your

vehicle and is fitted on rear parcel tray. The

stop lamp will glow as when the brake pedal

will be depressed.

To change the bulb of the stop lamp, remove

the clips at both sides of the cover, by

pressing the inner pin inside so that the clip

gets loose and remove the bulb on turning

it anticlock-wise

The rating of bulb is 21W/12V.There are one

bulb in high mount stop lamp.

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60G-74E
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

CAUTION

When adding or replacing coolant,

use a high quality ethylene glycol

antifreeze and anticorrosion (Non-

Amine type) diluted with distilled

water. If the lowest ambient

temperature in your area is expected

to be -15°C (5°F) or above, make the

antifreeze concentration of the

mixture you use at least 30% but no

more than 50%. If -16°C (3°F) or

below, make the concentration at

least 50%. If the 50% concentration

does not provide adequate

protection against freezing, follow

the instructions on the antifreeze

container to obtain the desired

freezing point.

When putting the cap on the

reservoir tank, line up the arrow on

the cap and the arrow on the tank,

or coolant can leak out.
70F-07-019E

Coolant Replacement

1) When the engine is cool, remove the

radiator cap by turning it slowly to the left

until a "stop" is felt. Do not press down

while turning the cap. Wait until any

pressure is released, then press down on

the cap and continue turning it

anticlockwise.
60G-09-039E

It is dangerous to remove the radiator

cap when the water temperature is

high, because scalding fluid and steam

may be blown out under pressure. Watt

until the coolant temperature has

lowered before removing the cap.

2) Remove the reservoir tank cap. Remove

the reservoir by lifting it up, and drain the

reservoir completely by pouring the

coolant in to a suitable container.

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

60G-74E

WINDSCREEN WASHER FLUID

AIR CLEANER

60G-09-008

3) Loosen the drain plug attached to the

lower part of the radiator and drain the

coolant into a suitable container.

4) Tighten the drain plug on the radiator, fill

the radiator with coolant and install the

radiator cap.

5) Refit the reservoir and fill it with the correct

coolant to the "FULL" line. Refit the

reservoir tank cap, ensuring the arrows are

correctly aligned.

CAUTION

The coolant must be replaced with the

vehicle on level ground.
63B-09-001

Check that there is washer fluid in the tank.

Refill it if necessary. Use a good quality

windscreen washer fluid, diluted with water as

necessary.

Do not use "antifreeze" solution in the

windscreen washer reservoir.This can

severely impair visibility when sprayed

on the windscreen, and can also

damage your vehicle's paint.

CAUTION

Damage may result if the washer motor

is operated whilst the fluid or fluid

nozzles are frozen or with no fluid in

the washer tank.
6OG-09-009

If the air cleaner is clogged with dust, there

will be greater intake resistance, resulting in

decreased power output and increased fuel

consumption.

Take out the air cleaner element after

unhooking the clamps shown in the illustration.

Blow off dust on air cleaner element by

compressed air. If the air cleaner element

appears to be dirty, replace it with a new one.

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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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