tyre pressure SUZUKI BALENO 1999 1.G Owners Manual
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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
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.
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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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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
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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Clean every 2,500 km or as required. Replace every 40,000 km. More frequent
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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60G-74E
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
POWER STEERING (if equipped)
CLUTCH PEDAL
60G-09-017
Check the steering box case, vane pump and
hose connections for leaks or damage.
Power steering fluid
Check the fluid level by looking at the reservoir
in the engine compartment when the fluid is
cold (about room temperature).
Check that the fluid level is between the
"UPPER" and "LOWER" lines. If the fluid level
is near the "LOWER" line, fill it up to the
"UPPER" line with an automatic transmission
fluid equivalent to DEXRON»-IIE or
DEXRON'-III. Do not overfill.
63B-09-00SE
Power steering belt
The tension of the belt should be such that
there is a deflection of 8-10mm (0.31 -0.39 in.)
when you press your thumb midway between
the pulleys.
The belt should also be examined to ensure
that it is not damaged. If necessary, have the
belt adjusted or replaced by your MARUTI
dealer.
70F-07-034
Measure the clutch pedal piay by moving the
clutch pedal with your hand and measuring
the distance it moves until you feel slight
resistance. The play in the clutch pedal should
be between 15-20 mm (0.6 - 0.8 in). If the
play is more or less than the above, or clutch
dragging is felt with the pedal fully depressed,
have the clutch inspected by your MARUTI
dealer.
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60G-74E
TYRES
60G-09-018
The front and rear tyre pressure specifications
for your vehicle are listed on the Tyre Inflation
Pressure Label and in the "SPECIFICATIONS"
section at the end of this book. Both the front
and rear tyres should have the specified tyre
pressure.
Tyre Inspection
Inspect your vehicle's tyres periodically by
performing the following checks:
1) Measure the air pressure with a tyre
gauge. Adjust the pressure if necessary.
Air pressures should be checked
when the tyres are cold or you may
get inaccurate readings.
Check the inflation pressure from
time to time while inflating the tyre
gradually, until the specified
pressure is obtained.
Never underinf late or overinf late the
tyres.
Underinflation can cause unusual
handling characteristics or can
cause the rim to slip on the tyre
bead, resulting in an accident or
damage to the tyre or rim.
Overinflation can cause the tyre to
burst, resulting in personal injury.
Overinflation can also cause
unusual handling characteristics
which may result In an accident.
70F-07-037E
2) Check that the depth of the tread groove
is more than 1.6 mm (0.06 in). To help you
check this, the tyres have moulded in tread
wear indicators in the grooves. When the
indicators appear on the tread surface, the
remaining depth of the tread is 1.6 mm
(0.06 in) or less and the tyre should be
replaced.
3) Check for abnormal wear, cracks and
damage. Any tyres with cracks or other
damage should be replaced. If any tyres
show abnormal wear, have them inspected
by your MARUTI dealer.
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Hitting curbs and running over rocks
can damage tyres and affect wheel
alignment. Be sure to have tyres and
wheel alignment checked periodically
by your MARUTI dealer.
4) Check for loose wheel nuts.
5) Check that there are no nails, stones, or
other objects sticking into the tyres.
Your MARUTI is equipped with tyres
which are all the same type and size.
This is important to ensure proper
steering and handling of the vehicle.
Never mix tyres of different size or type
on the four wheels of your vehicle. The
size and type of tyres used should be
only those approved by MARUTI as
standard or optional equipment for
your vehicle.
Replacing the wheels and tyres
equipped on your vehicle with certain
combinations of aftermarket wheels
and tyres can significantly change the
steering and handling characteristics
of your vehicle. Therefore, use only
those wheel and tyre combinations
approved by MARUTI as standard or
optional equipment for your vehicle.
CAUTION
Replacing the original tyres with tyres
of a different size may result in false
speedometer or odometer readings.
60G-09-019E
Tyre Rotation
To avoid uneven wear of your tyres and to
prolong their life, rotate the tyres as illustrated.
Tyres should be rotated every 5,000 km as
recommended in the periodic maintenance
schedule. After rotation, adjust front and rear
tyre pressures to the specification listed on
your vehicle's Tyre Inflation Pressure Label.
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60G-74E
60G-06-009
5)
Changing Wheels
To change a wheel, use the following
procedure:
1) Remove the jack , tools and spare wheel
from the vehicle
2) Loosen, but do not remove the wheel nuts. '
3) Jack up the vehicle (follow the jacking
instructions in the EMERGENCY
SERVICE section in this manual)
4) Remove the wheel nuts and wheel.
60G-09-020E
Install the new wheel and replace the
wheel nuts with their cone shaped end
facing the wheel. Tighten each nut snugly
by hand until the wheel is securely seated
on the hub.
Lower the jack and fully tighten the nuts
[to 8.5 kg-m (61.5 Ib-ft)] in a crisscross
fashion with a wrench as shown in the
illustration.
60G-09-021
Full Wheel Cover (if equipped)
Your vehicle includes a jack crank, which has
a flat end. Use the jack crank to remove the
full wheel cap, as shown above.
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