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MODIFICATION WARNING
60G-00-004
The circle with a slash in this manual
means "Don't do this" or "Don't let this
happen".
Do not modify this vehicle. Modification
could adversely affect safety, handling,
performance, or durability and may
contravene regulations. In addition,
damage or performance problems
resulting from modification may not be
covered under warranty.
Improper installation of mobile
communication equipment such as
cellular talephones or CB (Citizen's
Band) radios may cause electronic
interference with your vehicle's ignition
system, resulting in vehicle
performance problems. Consult your
MARUTI dealer or qualified service
technician for advice on installing such
mobile communication equipment.
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Copying, quoting or reproduction of any
part of this manual is not permitted without
explicit approval by MARUTI UDYOG
LIMITED.
60G-74E
WARRANTY POLICY
WARRANTY POLICY
Maruti Udyog Limited (hereinafter called "Maruti"), warrants that each
new Maruti vehicle distributed in India by Maruti and sold by an
authorised Maruti dealer will be free, under normal use and service,
from any defects in material and workmanship at the time of
manufacture SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND
CONDITIONS:
(1) Qualification:
To qualify for this warranty:
(a) The Maruti vehicle must be delivered by Maruti authorised
dealer and set-up, serviced by Maruti authorised dealer/
service station.
(b) The warranty registration card in respect of each vehicle
must be completed by the dealer at the time of delivery
of the vehicle and dealer should retain the same.
(2) Term:
The term of the warranty shall be twenty four (24) months
or 40,000 kilometers (whichever occurs first) from the date
of delivery to the first owner.
(3) Maruti's Warranty Obligation:
If any defect(s) should be found in a Maruti vehicle within the
term stipulated above, Maruti's only obligation is to repair or
replace at its sole discretion any part shown to be defective,
with a new part or the equivalent at no cost to the owner for
parts or labour, when Maruti acknowledges that such a defect
is attributable to faulty material or workmanship at the time of
manufacture. The owner is responsible of any repair or
replacements which are not covered by this warranty.
(4) Limitation:
This warranty shall not apply to:
(a) normal maintenance service required other than the three
free services, including without limitation, oil and fluid
changes, headlight aiming, fastener retightening, wheel
balancing, wheelalignment and tyre rotation, cleaning of
injectors, adjustments of carburettor, ignition timing, clutch
and valve clearance.
(b) the replacement of normal wear parts including without
limitation, bulbs, battery, tyres and tubes, spark plugs, belts,
hoses, filters, wiper blades, brushes, contact points, fuses,
clutch disc, brake shoes, brake pads, cable and all rubber
parts (except oil seal and glass run).
(c) any vehicle which has been used for competition or racing.
(d) any repairs or replacement required as a result of accidents
or collision.
(e) any defects caused by misuse, negligence, abnormal use or
insufficient care.
(f) any vehicle which has been modified or altered, including
without limitation, the installation of performance accessories.
(g) any vehicle on which parts or accessories not approved by
Maruti have been used.
(h) any vehicle which has not been operated in accordance with
the operating instructions in the Maruti Owner's Manual,
(i) any vehicle which has not received, during the warranty
term, the service inspections prescribed in the Maruti
Owner's Manual.
G) any vehicle which has been assembled, disassembled,
adjusted or repaired by other than an Maruti authorised
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MODIFICATION WARNING
60G-00-004
The circle with a slash in this manual
means "Don't do this" or "Don't let this
happen".
Do not modify this vehicle. Modification
could adversely affect safety, handling,
performance, or durability and may
contravene regulations. In addition,
damage or performance problems
resulting from modification may not be
covered under warranty.
Improper installation of mobile
communication equipment such as
cellular talephones or CB (Citizen's
Band) radios may cause electronic
interference with your vehicle's ignition
system, resulting in vehicle
performance problems. Consult your
MARUTI dealer or qualified service
technician for advice on installing such
mobile communication equipment.
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Copying, quoting or reproduction of any
part of this manual is not permitted without
explicit approval by MARUTI UDYOG
LIMITED.
60G-74E
WARRANTY POLICY
WARRANTY POLICY
Maruti Udyog Limited (hereinafter called "Maruti"), warrants that each
new Maruti vehicle distributed in India by Maruti and sold by an
authorised Maruti dealer will be free, under normal use and service,
from any defects in material and workmanship at the time of
manufacture SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND
CONDITIONS:
(1) Qualification:
To qualify for this warranty:
(a) The Maruti vehicle must be delivered by Maruti authorised
dealer and set-up, serviced by Maruti authorised dealer/
service station.
(b) The warranty registration card in respect of each vehicle
must be completed by the dealer at the time of delivery
of the vehicle and dealer should retain the same.
(2) Term:
The term of the warranty shall be twenty four (24) months
or 40,000 kilometers (whichever occurs first) from the date
of delivery to the first owner.
(3) Maruti's Warranty Obligation:
If any defect(s) should be found in a Maruti vehicle within the
term stipulated above, Maruti's only obligation is to repair or
replace at its sole discretion any part shown to be defective,
with a new part or the equivalent at no cost to the owner for
parts or labour, when Maruti acknowledges that such a defect
is attributable to faulty material or workmanship at the time of
manufacture. The owner is responsible of any repair or
replacements which are not covered by this warranty.
(4) Limitation:
This warranty shall not apply to:
(a) normal maintenance service required other than the three
free services, including without limitation, oil and fluid
changes, headlight aiming, fastener retightening, wheel
balancing, wheelalignment and tyre rotation, cleaning of
injectors, adjustments of carburettor, ignition timing, clutch
and valve clearance.
(b) the replacement of normal wear parts including without
limitation, bulbs, battery, tyres and tubes, spark plugs, belts,
hoses, filters, wiper blades, brushes, contact points, fuses,
clutch disc, brake shoes, brake pads, cable and all rubber
parts (except oil seal and glass run).
(c) any vehicle which has been used for competition or racing.
(d) any repairs or replacement required as a result of accidents
or collision.
(e) any defects caused by misuse, negligence, abnormal use or
insufficient care.
(f) any vehicle which has been modified or altered, including
without limitation, the installation of performance accessories.
(g) any vehicle on which parts or accessories not approved by
Maruti have been used.
(h) any vehicle which has not been operated in accordance with
the operating instructions in the Maruti Owner's Manual,
(i) any vehicle which has not received, during the warranty
term, the service inspections prescribed in the Maruti
Owner's Manual.
G) any vehicle which has been assembled, disassembled,
adjusted or repaired by other than an Maruti authorised
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dealer/service station,
(k) any vehicle which has been used for purposes other than
what it was designed for.
(I) any damage or deterioration caused by industrial pollution
and bird droppings,
(m) insignificant defects which do not affect the function of the
vehicle including without limitation sound, vibration and fluid
seep,
(n) any natural wear and tear including without limitation, ageing
etc.
For Maruti Air-Conditioned Vehicles
(o) V-belts, hoses and gas leaks.
(5) Extent of Warranty:
This warranty is the entire written warranty given by Maruti for
Maruti vehicles and no dealer or its or his agent or employee
is authorised to extend or enlarge this warranty and no dealer
or its or his agent or employee is autorised to make any oral
warranty on Maruti's behalf.
Maruti reserves the right to add any improvements or change
the design of any model at any time with no obligation to make
the same changes on units previously sold.
(6) Warranty Service:
To obtain warranty service, the complete vehicle must be
presented at the owner's expenses to any authorised Maruti
dealer.
(7) Owner's Warranty Responsibilities:
It is responsibility of each owner to:
(a) make certain that the warranty registration/PDI card was
completed at the time of delivery of the vehicle;
(b) have performed, at his own expenses, by an Maruti
authorised dealer/service station all the service inspections
specified in the Maruti "Owner's Manual and Service Booklet"
and maintain adequate proof that such service inspections
have been performed.
(c) make certain that the Maruti authorised dealer/service station
performing the service inspection has certified the work on
the "Maintenance Service Record" page in the "Owner's
Manual and Service Booklet" and
(d) present the Maruti "Owner's Manual and Service Booklet" to
the authorised Maruti dealer whenever requesting service
inspections or warranty service.
If the "Owner's Manual and Service Booklet" should be lost or
destroyed the owner should consult the authorised Maruti dealer from
whom the vehicle was purchased for instructions concerning
replacement of the "Owner's Manual and Service Booklet".
(8) Disclaimer of Consequential Damage:
Maruti assumes no responsibility for loss of vehicle, loss of time,
inconvenience or any other indirect incidental or consequential
damage resulting from the vehicle not being available to the
owner because of any defect covered by this warranty.
(9) Change of owner
Even if ownership of the vehicle changes, the remaining
warranty period is effective for the new owner.
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EMISSION WARRANTY
Maruti offers the Emission Warranty on all Maruti vehicles (aparts from the Regular warranty and will run parallel to the regular
product warranty) only in four metropolitan cities (New Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai and Chennai) with effect from July 1st, 2001.
Terms:
The Emission Warranty will be applicable for 80,000 kms or 3 years (Whichever comes earlier) from the date of delivery to the
first owner. The remaining warranty terms will be valid in case of any change in ownership provided the production of all valid documents.
Conditions :
1. Under Emission Warranty, Warranty claims will be admitted for a prima facie examination, in case vehicle fails to meet to the
Emission Standard as specified In sub rule (2) of rule no. 115 of Central Motor Vehicles Rules (CMVR), 1989.
2. The warranty claims will only be accepted after examination carried out by Maruti or it's dealer which leads to firm conclusions
that the
a) Original settings have not been tempered in any case.
b) Part (as given in Annexure-A) has a manufacturing defect.
c) Vehicle is unable to meet the Emission Standards (as given in 1.), inspite of the vehicle having been maintained and used
in accordance with the instructions as specified in Owner's Manual and Service Booklet and the used fuel and different oils
(Engine oil, Transmission oil, Brake oil etc.) are also as per specification.
3. The method of examination for deciding the warranty of the parts will be at the sole discretion of Maruti and it's dealer and
results of the examination will be final and binding. If after examination, the warrantable condition is not established, Maruti
and it's dealer has the right to charge all, or part of the cost of such examination.
4. Under Emission Warranty, the parts (as given in Annexure-A) will be changed free of cost, but the consumables will be charged
as per actual.
5. If the part covered under Emission Warranty or the associated parts, are not independently replaceable, on account of these
being integral parts of a complete assembly, Maruti and it's dealer will have the sole discretion to replace either the entire assembly
or by using some of the parts of the system through suitable repairs or modifications.
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
© Speedometer
® Odometer
© Trip meter (if equipped)
© Trip meter reset knob
© Tachometer (if equipped)
© Fuel gauge
® Temperature gauge
© Warning and indicator lights
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WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
70F-07-070
Brake fluid level warning/Parking Brake
Indicator light
This light operates under three conditions:
1) when the ignition switch is turned to the
"START' position, 2) when the fluid in the brake
fluid reservoir falls below the specified level
or 3) when the parking brake is not fully
released and the ignition switch is in the "ON"
position. The light should go out after starting
the engine and fully releasing the parking
brake, if the fluid in the brake fluid reservoir is
adequate. If the light does not go off or comes
on whilst you are driving, it may mean that
there is something wrong with the vehicle's
braking system. If this happens, you should:
1) Pull off the road and stop carefully.
Remember that stopping distance may
be longer, you may have to push
harder on the pedal, and the pedal
may go down farther than normal.
2) Test the brakes by carefully starting and
stopping at the side of the road.
3) If you determine that it is safe, drive
carefully at low speed to the nearest dealer
for repairs.
Have the vehicle towed to the nearest
dealer for repairs.
or
4)
If any of the following conditions occur,
you should Immediately ask your
MARUTI dealer to inspect the brake
system.
• If the brake fluid level warning light
does not go out after the engine has
been started and the parking brake
has been fully released.
• If the brake fluid level warning light
does not come on when the ignition
switch is turned to the "START"
position.
• If the brake fluid level warning light
comes on at any time during vehicle
operation.
NOTE:
Because the disc brake system is self
adjusting, the fluid level will drop as the brake
pads become worn.
Replenishing the brake fluid reservoir is
considered normal periodic maintenance.
70F-03-039
Oil Pressure Light
This light comes on when the ignition switch
is turned on, and goes out when the engine
is started. The light will come on and remain
on if there is insufficient oil pressure. If the
light comes on when driving, pull off the
road as soon as you can and stop the
engine. Check the oil level and add oil if
necessary (see pages 9-8 and 9-9). If there
is enough oil, the lubrication system should
be inspected by your MARUTI dealer before
you drive the vehicle again.
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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
Exhaust Gas Warning 7-1
Daily Inspection Checklist 7-1
Starting the Engine 7-2
Using the Transmission 7-3
Braking 7-4
Running-in 7-5
Catalytic Converter (if equipped) 7-6
Improving Fuel Economy 7-7
Trailer Towing 7-7
OPERATING YOUR VECHILE
60G-74E
EXHAUST GAS WARNING
DAILY INSPECTION CHECKLIST
60G-07-001E
Avoid breathing exhaust gases.
Exhaust gases contain carbon
monoxide, a potentially lethal gas that
is colourless and odourless. Since
carbon monoxide is difficult to detect
by itself, be sure to take the following
precautions to help prevent carbon
monoxide from entering your vehicle.
• Do not leave the engine running in
garages or other confined areas.
• Do not park with the engine running
for a long period of time, even in an
open area. If it is necessary to sit for
a short time in a parked vehicle <=>
with the engine running, make sure
the air intake lever is set to "FRESH
AIR" and the fan is at high speed.
To allow proper operation of your
vehicle's ventilation system, keep
the air inlet grille in front of the
windscreen clear of snow, leaves, or
other obstructions at all times.
Keep the exhaust tailpipe area clear
of snow and other material to help
reduce the buildup of exhaust gases
under the vehicle.This is particularly
important when parked in blizzard
conditions.
Have the exhaust system inspected
periodically for damage and leaks.
Any damage or leaks should be
repaired immediately.
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70F-05-007
Before driving:
1) Make sure that windows, mirrors, lights,
and reflectors are clean and unobstructed.
2) Check the tyres.
3) Look for fluid and oil leaks.
NOTE:
It is normal for water to drip from the air
conditioning system after use.
4) Adjust the seat/head restraint.
5) Check the brake pedal and the parking
brake lever.
6) Adjust the mirrors.
7) Make sure that you and passengers have
properly fastened your seat belts.
8) Make sure that all warning lights come on
as the key is turned to the "ON" or "START'
position.
9) Check all gauges.
10) Make sure that the brake fluid level
warning light is off when the parking brake
is released with the ignition switch in "ON"
position.
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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
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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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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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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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Interval: This interval should be Judged
by odometer reading or months,
whichever comes first.
km (x 1,000)
months
FUEL
1. Air cleaner Paved-road
Dusty condition
2. Accelerator cable and Throttle shafts
3. Fuel tank cap, fuel lines & connections(leakage,damage)
4. Fuel filter (leakage)
CLUTCH AND TRANSMISSION
1. Clutch pedal (play)
2. Clutch slipping (dragging or excessive damage)
3. Manual Transmission/Transfer and Differential oil (level, leakage)
DRIVE SHAFTS
1. Drive shafts boots (bent of boots damage)
BRAKE
1. Brake fluid (level, leakage)
2. Brake pedal (pedal-to-wall clearance)
3. Parking brake lever and cable (play, damage)
4. a. Brake discs and pads, (wear)
b. Brake drums & shoes
5. Master cylinder and wheel cylinder or calliper (oil leakage.boot kit)
6. Brake hoses and pipes (leakage, damage)
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replacement if dust condition is severe.
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Interval: This Interval should be judged
by odometer reading or months,
whichever comes first
km (x 1,000)
months
WHEEL
1. Tyres (air pressure, abnormal wear, crack, ROTATION)
2. Wheels (damage)
3. Front wheel bearings (loose, damage)
4. Rear wheel bearings (loose, damage)
FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION
1. Suspension strut (oil leakage, damage)
2. Suspension arms and knuckle supports (loose.damage)
3. Rear spring (damage)
4. Shock absorbers (oil leakage, damage)
5. All bolts and nuts (loose)
6. Suspension arms and Tension rods
STEERING
1. Steering wheel (play, loose)
2. Power steering fluid (level, leakage)/connections
3. All rods and arms (loose, damage, wear)
ELECTRICAL
1. Battery electrolyte (level, leakage)
2. Wiring harness connection (looseness, damage)
3. Lighting system (operation, stains, damage)
4. Horn (operation)
5. System voltage
BODY
1. All chassis bolts and nuts (tighten)
2. All Latches, Hinges & Locks (function)
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SPARK PLUGS
60G-09-010E
CAUTION
The air cleaner element should be
replaced every 40,000 km. More
frequent replacement is necessary
when you drive under dusty conditions.
60G-09-011E
You should inspect spark plugs periodically
for carbon deposits. When carbon
accumulates on a spark plug, a strong spark
may not be produced. Remove carbon
deposits with a wire or pin and adjust the spark
plug gap.
60G-09-012E
CAUTION
When disconnecting the spark plug
cables, pull on the boot, not on the
cable itself. Pulling on the cable can
damage it.
When installing the spark plugs,
screw them in with your fingers to
avoid stripping the threads.Tighten
with a torque wrench to 2.0-3.0 kgm
(20.0-30.0 N-m, 15.0-22.0 Ib-ft). Do
not allow contaminants to enter the
engine through the spark plug holes
when the plugs are removed.
Never use spark plugs with the
wrong thread size or length.
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70F-07-026E
CAUTION
When replacing spark plugs, you
should use the brand and type
specified for your vehicle. For the
specified plugs, refer to the
"SPECIFICATIONS" section at the end
of this book.
60G-09-013E
NOTE:
If you experience some firing problem of spark
plugs, such as, hard engine-starting, misfire
etc., the cause may be located not only on
spark plugs but also on deteriorated ignition
wiring (generally, used for more than 80,000
km or five years). If spark plug replacement
does not solve the problem, have the ignition
wiring and other ignition system inspected by
your MARUTI dealer.
60Q-09-014E
Brake Fluid
Check the brake fluid level by looking at the
reservoir in the engine compartment. Check
that the fluid level is between the "MAX" and
"MIN" lines. If the brake fluid level is near the
"MIN" line, fill it up to the "MAX" line with SAE
J1703 or DOT-3 brake fluid.
Failure to follow the guidelines below
can result in personal injury or serious
damage to the brake system.
• If the brake fluid in the reservoir
drops below a certain level, the brake
warning light on the instrument
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70F-07-029
Do not use any fluid other than SAE
J1703 or DOT-3 brake fluid. Do not
use reclaimed fluid or fluid that has
been stored in old or open
containers. It is essential that foreign
particles and other liquids are kept
out of the brake fluid reservoir.
CAUTION
The brake fluid should be replaced
every two years or 20,000 km.
panel will come on (the engine must
be running with the parking brake
fully disengaged). Should the light
come on, immediately ask your
MARUTI dealer to inspect the brake
system.
A rapid fluid loss Indicates a leak in
the brake system which should be
inspected by your MARUTI dealer
immediately.
Brake fluid can harm your eyes and
damage painted surfaces. Use
caution when refilling the reservoir.
NOTE:
With disc brakes, the fluid level can be
expected to gradually fall as the brake pads
wear.
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Brake Pedal
Check if the brake pedal stops at the regular
height without "spongy" feeling when you
depress it. If not, have the brake system
inspected by your MARUTI dealer. If you doubt
the brake pedal for the regular height, check
it as follows:
With the engine running, measure the distance
between the brake pedal and floor wall when
the pedal is depressed with approximately 30
kg (66 lbs) of force. The minimum distance
required is 80 mm (3.1 in). Since your vehicle's
brake system is self-adjusting, there is no need
for pedal adjustment. If the pedal to floor wall
distance as measured above is less than the
minimum distance required, have your vehicle
inspected by your MARUTI dealer.
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STEERING
60G-09-015E
NOTE:
When measuring the distance between the
brake pedal and floor wall, be sure not to
include any floor covering in the measurement.
If you experience any of the following
problems with your vehicle's brake
system, have the vehicle inspected
immediately by your MARUTI dealer.
Poor braking performance
Uneven braking (Brakes not working
uniformly on all wheels.)
Excessive pedal travel
Brake dragging
Excessive noise
Pedal pulsation (Pedal pulsates
when depressed.)
63B-09-00SE
Parking brake
Check the parking brake for proper adjustment
by counting the number of clicks made by the
ratchet teeth as you slowly pull up on the
parking brake lever to the point of full
engagement. The parking brake lever should
stop between the 3rd and 5th ratchet tooth
and the rear wheels should be securely locked.
If the parking brake is not properly adjusted
or the brakes drag after the lever has been
fully released, have the parking brake
inspected and/or adjusted by your MARUTI
dealer.
60G-09-016
Check the play of the steering wheel by gently
turning it from left to right and measuring the
distance that it moves before you feel slight
resistance. The play should be between 0 -
30
mm
(0.0 -1.2 in).
Check that the steering wheel turns easily and
smoothly without rattling by turning it all the
way to the right and to the left while driving
very slowly in an open area. If the amount of
free play is outside the specification or you
find anything else to be wrong, an inspection
must be performed by your MARUTI dealer.
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