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60G-74E
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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INSTRUMENT PANEL
60G-74E
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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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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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
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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
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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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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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.
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72F-08-003
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72F-08-004
4. Don't start quickly, for it is dangerous and
wastes fuel.
72F-08-006
72F-08-005
General driving
1. Be sure to stop before the stop light and
stop sign. When moving into the
intersection without any traffic lights or
signs, drive slowly to confirm safety.
Always follow other vehicles at a safe
distance in order to prevent a rear-end
collision, should the vehicle ahead make
a sudden stop.
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72F-08-007 72F-08-008
72F-08-009
3.
Turn ON the turn signal at least 30 meters
before making a turn or changing the lane
so as not to be hit from behind.
4. Before entering a corner, decelerate to a
safe speed. Don't apply brakes during
cornering, or a cornering skid may occur.
5. When overtaking other vehicles, watch out
for the oncoming vehicle and carefully
confirm the safety.
6. Don't attempt zigzag driving which will
hinder your control over the vehicle and
cause an accident.
72F-08-010
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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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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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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Interval: This Interval should be judged
by odometer reading or months,
whichever comes first.
km (x 1,000)
months
ROAD TEST
1. Operation of Brakes, Gear shifting & speedometer
2. Body and Chassis noise
AIR CONDITIONER (if equipped)
1. Check belt tension
2. Check Receiver Drier bubbles.
3. Tighten compressor mounting bolts
4. Check all hose joints, tighten if necessary
5. Check functioning of Recirc flap .*
6. Clean condenser with low pressure water
7. Check belt for frayed edges, change if necessary
8. Check all mounting bolts
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The rear shock absorbers are filled with
high pressure gas. Never attempt to
disassemble it or throw it into a fire.
Avoid storing it near a heater or heating
device. When scrapping the absorber,
the gas must be released from the
absorber safely. Ask your dealer for
assistance.
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60G-74E
All maintenance should be carried
out with the Ignition switch in the
"OFF" position and the car parked
securely on the level ground unless
otherwise specified.
If you are In any way unsure of your
ability to undertake a task, then do
not start it but contact your Maruti
dealer to perform the work for you.
ENGINE OIL AND FILTER
Specified oil
Be sure that the engine oil you use comes
under the API classification of SF, SG or SH.
Select the appropriate oil viscosity according
to the above chart.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
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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60G-74E
BRAKES
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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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
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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70F-07-030
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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