coolant level SUZUKI BALENO 1999 1.G Owners Manual

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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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

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

The following table shows when regular

maintenance on your vehicle is required. This

table shows in kilometres and months when

inspections, adjustments, lubrication and other

services should be performed.

Maruti recommends that maintenance

on your Maruti vehicle be performed by

Maruti Authorised Dealer/Service

Station.
CAUTION

Whenever it becomes necessary to

replace parts on your vehicle, it is

recommended that you use MARUTI

GENUINE PARTS (MGP).

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A....Ad]ust. l....lnspect and correct or replace If necessary.

T....Tighten to specified torque. C....CIean.

R....Replace or change. O....Rotate

L....Lubrlcate.

Note:

This table includes services as scheduled up to 80,000 km mileage. Beyond 80,000 km, carry out the same services at the same intervals

respectively.

Interval: This interval should be judged

by odometer reading or months,

whichever comes first.
km (x 1,000)

months

ENGINE

1. Water pump drive belt (tension, wear)

2. Engine coolant (level, leakage)

3. Engine oil (API GRADE SF, SG, SH) & Oil filter

4. Cooling system hoses and connections (leakage, damage)

5. Engine bolts (All cylinder head and manifold fixings)

6. Engine mounting (loose, damage)

7. Valve clearance

8. Camshaft timing belt (damage, wear)

9. Exhaust system (noise, leakage or otherwise defective)

10. Positive crankcase ventilation System (Hoses, connections and valve;

IGNITION

1. Ignition wiring, (damage, deterioration)

2. Spark plugs (clean and adjust the gap)
FREE INSPECTIONS

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GEAR OIL

CAUTION

To prevent oil leakage, make sure that

the oil filter is tight, but do not

overtighten it.

Refill with oil and check for leaks.

1) Pour 3.1 litres of oil through the filler hole

and install the filler cap.

2) Start the engine and look carefully for

leaks at the oil filter and drain plug. Run

the engine at various speeds for at least 5

minutes.

3) Stop the engine and wait for 5 minutes.

Check the oil level again and add oil if

necessary. Check for leaks again.

CAUTION

When replacing the oil filter, it is

recommended that you use a genuine

MARUTI replacement filter.
60G-09-006

CAUTION

Oil leaks from around the oil filter or

drain plug indicate incorrect

installation or gasket damage. If you

find any leaks or are not sure that the

fitter has been properly tightened, have

the vehicle inspected by your MARUTI

dealer.
70F-07-012E

Oil filler and level plug ©

Tightening torque: 2.1 kg-m (15.5 Ib-ft)

Specified Manual Transmission oil

When adding gear oil, use the appropriate

viscosity and grade as shown in the chart

below. We highly recommend you use API

GL-4 SAE 75W-90 gear oil.

Type of oil
Gear oil, API GL-4

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ENGINE COOLANT

70F-07-013E

Gear oil level check

To check the gear oil level, use the following

procedure:

1) Park the vehicle on a level surface with

the parking brake applied.

2) Clean casing around oil filler plug to

remove risk of any loose dirt or debris

entering oil filler plug hole. Remove the oil

filler plug ©.

3) Feel the inside of the hole with your finger.

If the oil level comes up to the bottom of

the plug hole, the oil level is correct. If so,

reinstall the plug.

4) If the oil level is low, add gear oil through

the filler plug hole © until the oil level

reaches the bottom of the filler hole, then

reinstall the plug.
After driving the vehicle, the

transmission oil temperature may be

high enough to burn you. Wait until the

oil filler plug is cool enough to touch

with your bare hands before inspecting

transmission oil.

CAUTION

When tightening the plug, apply sealing

compound to the plug threads to

prevent oil leakage.

Gear oil change

Since special procedures, materials and tools

are required, it is recommended that you trust

this job to your authorized MARUTI dealer.
60G-09-007

Coolant Level Check

Check the coolant level at the reservoir tank,

not at the radiator. With the engine cool, the

coolant level should be between the "FULL"

and "LOW" marks.

Adding Coolant

If the Coolant level is below the "LOW" mark,

more coolant should be added. Remove the

reservoir tank cap and add coolant until the

reservoir tank level reaches the "FULL" mark.

Never fill the reservoir tank above the "FULL"

mark.

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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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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

WARNING TRIANGLE (TYPE-1)

If the temperature indication does not come

down to within the normal, acceptable range:

1) Turn off the engine and check that the

water pump belt and pulleys are not

damaged or slipping. If any abnormality is

found, correct it.

2) Check the coolant level in the reservoir. If

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

look for leaks at the radiator, water pump,

and radiator and heater hoses. If you

locate any leaks that may have caused the

overheating, do not run the engine until

these problems have been corrected.

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

coolant to the reservoir and then the

radiator, if necessary. (Refer to "ENGINE

COOLANr in the "INSPECTION AND

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

cap when the water temperature is

high, because scalding fluid and steam

may be blown out under pressure. The

cap should only be taken off when the

coolant temperature has lowered.

To help prevent personal Injury, keep

hands, tools and clothing away from the

engine cooling fan and airconditioner

fan (if equipped). These electric fans

can automatically turn on without

warning.
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In case of vehicle break-down or during

emergency stopping where your vehicle could

become a potential traffic hazard, please keep

the warning triangle, provided with your

vehicle, on the pathway (road) behind the

vehicle so as to warn the approaching traffic,

at an approximate distance of 5-15 m, such

that reflecting side of the triangle faces the

rear. Please activate the hazard warning lamps

before alighting the vehicle to keep the warning

triangle.

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WARNING TRIANGLE (TYPE-2)

In case of vehicle breakdown or during

emergency stopping where your vehicle

could become a potential traffic hazard,

keep the warning triangle, provided with

your vehicle, on the road free from any

obstacles behind your vehicle so as to warn

the approaching traffic, at an approximate

distance of 50-100 m, the reflecting side of

the triangle should face the on coming

traffic. Please activate the hazard warning

lamps before alighting the vehicle to keep

the warning triangle.
Remove the warning triangle

carefully from the box as shown by arrow

1.

Open both the reflector arms as shown

by arrows and lock arms with each other

with the clip provided in the right arm.

Open the bottom stand in counter clock-

wise direction as shown by arrow 3.

Position the warning triangle behind the

vehicle on a plain surface.

Reverse the removal procedure

keeping inside the box.
for

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