engine coolant SUZUKI GRAND VITARA 2007 3.G User Guide

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Engine Coolant
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Selection of CoolantTo maintain optimum performance and
durability of your engine, use SUZUKI
Genuine Coolant or equivalent.
This type of coolant is best for your cooling
system as it:
 Helps maintain proper engine tempera-
ture.
 Gives proper protection against freezing
and boiling.
 Gives proper protection against corro-
sion and rust.
Failure to use the proper coolant can dam-
age your cooling system. Your authorized
SUZUKI dealer can help you select the
proper coolant.
Engine Coolant Level CheckCheck the engine coolant level at the
reserve tank, not at the radiator. With the
engine cool, the engine coolant level
should be between the “FULL” and “LOW”
marks.Adding Engine CoolantIf the engine coolant level is below the
“LOW” mark, more engine coolant should
be added. Remove the reserve tank cap
and add engine coolant until the reserve
tank level reaches the “FULL” mark. Never
fill the reserve tank above the “FULL” mark.
EXAMPLE
FULL
LOW
CAUTION
To avoid damaging your cooling sys-
tem:
 Always use a high quality ethylene
glycol base phosphate type coolant
diluted with distilled water at the
correct mixture concentration.
 Make sure that the proper mix is 50/
50 coolant to distilled water and in
no case higher than 70/30. Concen-
trations greater than 70/30 coolant
to distilled water will cause over-
heating conditions.
 Do not use straight coolant nor
plain water.
(Continued)
CAUTION
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 Do not add extra inhibitors or addi-
tives. They may not be compatible
with your cooling system.
 Do not mix different types of base
coolants. Doing so may result in
accelerated seal wear and/or the
possibility of severe overheating
and extensive engine/automatic
transmission damage.
Engine Coolant: 1, 2
Windshield Washer Fluid: 3

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Engine Coolant Replacement
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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
to the left.
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2) Remove the reservoir by lifting it up,
and drain the reservoir completely.
CAUTION
 The mixture you use should con-
tain 50% concentration of anti-
freeze.
 If the lowest ambient temperature
in your area is expected to be –35
°C (–31°F) or below, use higher
concentrations up to 60% following
the instructions on the antifreeze
container.
 When putting the cap on the
reserve tank, line up the arrow on
the cap and the arrow on the tank.
Failure to follow this can result in
coolant leakage.
WARNING
Engine coolant is harmful or fatal if
swallowed or inhaled. Do not drink
antifreeze or coolant solution. If swal-
lowed, do not induce vomiting. Imme-
diately contact a poison control
center or a physician. Avoid inhaling
mist or hot vapors; if inhaled, remove
to fresh air. If coolant gets in eyes,
flush eyes with water and seek medi-
cal attention. Wash thoroughly after
handling. Solution can be poisonous
to animals. Keep out of the reach of
children and animals.
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WARNING
It is hazardous to remove the radiator
cap when the engine coolant temper-
ature is high, because scalding fluid
and steam may be blown out under
pressure. Wait until the engine cool-
ant temperature has lowered before
removing the cap.
Windshield Washer Fluid: 3
Air Cleaner: 1, 2

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3) Loosen the drain plug attached to the
lower part of the radiator and drain the
engine coolant into a suitable container.
4) Reinstall the reservoir and fill it with
engine coolant to the “FULL” line.
5) Tighten the drain plug on the radiator,
fill the radiator with engine coolant and
install the radiator cap.
6) After filling, let the engine idle for about
2 – 3 minutes to get rid of air in the
cooling system. Then, stop the engine.
7) Check the engine coolant level in the
radiator again. If the level has gone
down, add more engine coolant.
Windshield Washer FluidFront and rear (if equipped)
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Check that there is washer fluid in the tank
by looking at the washer fluid level gauge
which is attached to the cap of the washerfluid tank. If the fluid level is near empty,
refill it.
Use a good quality windshield washer
fluid, diluted with water as necessary.
CAUTION
The engine coolant must be replaced
with the vehicle on level ground.EXAMPLE
(or opposite side)
EXAMPLE
WARNING
Do not use “anti-freeze” solution in
the windshield washer reservoir. This
can severely impair visibility when
sprayed on the windshield, and also
damage your vehicle’s paint.
CAUTION
Damage may result if the washer
motor is operated with no fluid in the
washer tank.
Spark Plugs: 1, 2
Brakes: 6

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GLOSSARY OF TIRE TERMINOL-
OGYAccessory Weight – the combined weight
(in excess of those standard items which
may be replaced) of automatic transmis-
sion, power steering, power brakes, power
windows, power seats, radio, and heater,
to the extent that these items are available
as factory-installed equipment (whether
installed or not).
Cold Tire Inflation Pressure – the pressure
in a tire that has been driven less than 1
mile or has been standing for three hours
or more.
Curb Weight – the weight of a motor vehi-
cle with standard equipment including the
maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant,
and, if so equipped, air conditioning and
additional weight optional engine.
Intended Outboard Sidewall – (1) the side-
wall that contains a whitewall, bears white
lettering or bears manufacturer, brand,
and/or model name molding that is higher
or deeper than the same molding on the
other sidewall of the tire, or (2) the outward
facing sidewall of an asymmetrical tire that
has a particular side that must always face
outward when mounted on a vehicle.
Maximum Inflation Pressure – the maxi-
mum cold inflation pressure a tire is
designed to support in normal service.
Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight – the
sum of curb weight, accessory weight,vehicle capacity weight (total load capac-
ity), and production options weight.
Normal Occupant Weight – 68 kilograms
times the number of occupants specified in
the second column of Table 1 (shown
below).
Occupant distribution – distribution of
occupants in a vehicle as specified in the
third column of Table 1 (shown below).
Production Options Weight – the combined
weight of those installed regular production
options weighing over 2.3 kilograms in
excess of those standard items which they
replace, not previously considered in curb
weight or accessory weight, including
heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack,
heavy duty battery, and special trim.
Recommended Inflation Pressure – the
cold tire inflation pressure recommended
by a manufacturer.
Rim – metal support for a tire or tire and
tube assembly upon which the tire beads
are seated.
Vehicle Capacity Weight – the rated cargo
and luggage load plus 68 kilograms (150
lbs) times the vehicle’s designated seating
capacity.
Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire – the
load on an individual tire that is determined
by distributing to each axle its share of the
maximum loaded vehicle weight and divid-
ing by two.Vehicle Normal Load on the Tire – the load
on an individual tire that is determined by
distributing to each axle its share of the
curb weight, accessory weight, and normal
occupant weight (distributed in accordance
with Table 1 shown below) and dividing by
2.
TABLE 1 – Occupant Loading and Dis-
tribution For Vehicle Normal Load For
Various Designated Seating Capacities
Designated
seating capac-
ity, number of
occupantsVehicle nor-
mal load, num-
ber of
occupantsOccupant
distribution in
a normally
loaded vehicle
2 through 4 2 2 in front
5 through 10 32 in front, 1 in
second seat
Battery: 9
Fuses: 7

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ITEM: Wheel
Tire size, front and rear P225/70R16, P225/65R17
Tire pressure For the specified tire pressure, see the Tire Information Label located
on the driver’s door lock pillar.
ITEM: Steering
Toe-in front 0 ± 2 mm (0 ± 0.08 in.)
rear 6 ± 2 mm (0.24 ± 0.08 in.)
Camber angle front 0° 00’
rear –1° 15’ ± 30’
Caster angle front 2° 30’
ITEM: Capacities (approx.)
Coolant 8.2 L (17.3 US pt)
Fuel tank 66 L (17.4 US gal)
Engine oil (replaced with filter) 4.8 L (10.1 US pt)
Transmission oil M/T 1.9 L (4.0 US pt)
A/T 2.5 L (5.2 US pt) (when drained)
Differential gear oil front 0.95 L (2.0 US pt)
rear2WD 0.9 L (1.9 US pt)
4WD 0.8 L (1.7 US pt)
Transfer gear box oil with a transfer switch 1.5 L (3.2 US pt)
without a transfer switch 1.6 L (3.4 US pt)
Extension case oil 0.47 L (1.0 US pt)
Specifications: 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11

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INDEXSymbols“AIR BAG” Light
..................................................................4-8
“CRUISE” Indicator Light
...................................................4-9
“ESP OFF” Indicator Light .......................................... 4-6
, 6-20
“ESP OFF” Switch
...............................................................4-16
“ESP” (Electronic Stability Program) Warning Light
.......4-6
“ESP” Warning Light
...........................................................6-20
“PASS AIR BAG OFF” Indicator
.........................................4-14
“SET” Indicator Light
..........................................................4-9
Numerics5-Speed Automatic Transmission
......................................6-5
AA/T Selector Position Indicator
..........................................4-11
Accelerator Pedal
................................................................5-2
Accessory Socket ................................................................5-16
Adding Engine Coolant
.......................................................9-17
Adjusting Seat Position ......................................................2-18
Adjusting Seatbacks
...........................................................2-18
Air Cleaner
...........................................................................9-20
Air Conditioning System
.....................................................9-47
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
..........................................6-16
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
.................4-5
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
.......................................6-19
Armrest
.................................................................................5-7
Assist Grips
.........................................................................5-10
Audio Systems .....................................................................4-29
Automatic Heating and Air Conditioning System
(Climate Control) .................................................................4-25Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)
.................................. 2-22
Automatic Transmission Fluid
.......................................... 9-15
Auto-On Headlight System
................................................ 3-6
BBasic Operations
................................................................ 4-32
Battery
.................................................................................. 9-35
Brake Assist System
.......................................................... 6-16
Brake Fluid
.......................................................................... 9-21
Brake Pedal ..................................................................5-2
, 9-22
Brake System Warning Light
............................................. 4-5
Brakes
.................................................................................. 9-21
Braking ................................................................................. 6-15
Break-In ................................................................................ 6-25
Brightness Control
............................................................. 4-11
Bulb Replacement ............................................................... 9-39
CCatalytic Converter
............................................................. 6-25
Changing Engine Oil and Filter
......................................... 9-11
Changing Wheels
................................................................ 9-29
Charging Light
.................................................................... 4-7
Child Lock System
.............................................................. 2-13
Child Restraint Systems
..................................................... 2-27
Cigarette Lighter and Ashtray
........................................... 5-17
Clock
.................................................................................... 4-17
Clutch Pedal
.................................................................5-2
, 9-24
Coat Hooks
.......................................................................... 5-11
Corrosion Prevention
......................................................... 11-1
Cruise Control
..................................................................... 3-10

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Cup Holder and Storage Bin
...............................................5-14
DDaily Inspection Checklist
..................................................6-2
Daytime Running Light (D.R.L.) Indicator Light
...............4-10
Daytime Running Light (D.R.L.) System
............................3-7
Door Locks
...........................................................................2-2
Drive Belt
..............................................................................9-9
Driver’s Seat Belt Reminder Light
.....................................4-7
EElectronic Stability Program (ESP®)
.................................6-18
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) .................................2-22
Emission Compliance Label (for U.S.A.)
...........................12-2
Engine Block Heater
............................................................6-4
Engine Coolant
....................................................................9-17
Engine Coolant Level Check
..............................................9-17
Engine Coolant Replacement .............................................9-18
Engine Hood
........................................................................5-13
Engine Oil and Filter
............................................................9-9
Engine Serial Number .........................................................12-1
Exhaust Gas Warning .........................................................6-1
FFluid Level Check
................................................................9-15
Folding Rear Seats ..............................................................5-4
Folding Seats
.......................................................................5-4
Frame Hooks ........................................................................5-17
Front Air Bags ......................................................................2-39
Front Fog Light Switch
.......................................................4-16
Front Passenger’s Seat Belt Reminder Light
...................4-3
Front Seat Back Pocket
......................................................5-19
Front Seat Heater
.................................................................5-9
Fuel Consumption and Driving Range
..............................4-18Fuel Filler Cap
..................................................................... 5-3
Fuel Gauge
.......................................................................... 4-13
Fuel Pump Labeling
............................................................ 1-1
Fuel Recommendation ....................................................... 1-1
Fuse under the Dash Board
............................................... 9-37
Fuses
.................................................................................... 9-35
FUSES AND PROTECTED CIRCUITS
................................ 13-1
GGasoline Containing MTBE
................................................ 1-1
Gasoline/Ethanol blends
.................................................... 1-1
Gasoline/Methanol blends ................................................. 1-1
Gear Oil
................................................................................ 9-13
Gear Oil Level Check
.......................................................... 9-14
Gear Oil Replacement ......................................................... 9-15
Gearshift Lever
.................................................................... 5-2
GLOSSARY OF TIRE TERMINOLOGY
............................... 9-32
Glove Box
............................................................................ 4-17
HHazard Warning Switch
...................................................... 4-15
Head Restraints
................................................................... 2-19
Headlight Aiming ................................................................ 9-38
Heating and Air Conditioning System
.............................. 4-20
Heating System
................................................................... 4-22
High Beam Indicator Light
................................................. 4-10
HomeLink®
.......................................................................... 5-25
Horn
...................................................................................... 3-12
IIdentification Numbers
....................................................... 12-1
If the Engine is Flooded ..................................................... 10-5
If the Engine Overheats ...................................................... 10-5
If the Starter Does Not Operate
......................................... 10-4

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Outside Rearview Mirrors
...................................................2-17
Overhead Console Box
.......................................................5-15
PParking Brake Lever
.................................................... 5-1
, 9-23
Pedals
...................................................................................5-1
Periodic Maintenance Schedule
.........................................9-3
Power Assisted Brakes
.......................................................6-16
Power Door Locking System
..............................................2-2
Power Mirror Control
...........................................................2-17
Power Steering
....................................................................9-24
Power Steering Fluid
...........................................................9-24
Power Window Controls
.....................................................2-14
RRadio Antenna
.....................................................................4-36
Rear Door
.............................................................................2-14
Rear Window Defroster and Outside Rearview Mirrors
Defroster Switch
..................................................................4-15
Rear Window Wiper/Washer Switch
..................................3-9
Refill with Oil and Check for Leaks ....................................9-12
Remote Audio Controls
......................................................3-12
,
................................................................................................4-50
Replace the Oil Filter
...........................................................9-11
Replacing Tires and/or Wheels
..........................................6-24
Reporting Safety Defects
....................................................12-4
Roof Rails or Roof Rack Anchors
......................................5-23
SSafety Certification Label
...................................................12-2
Seat Adjustment
..................................................................2-17
Seat Belt Extender ...............................................................2-35
Seat Belt Inspection ............................................................2-27
Seat Belt Pretensioner System
..........................................2-36Seat Belt Reminder
............................................................. 2-24
Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems
........................... 2-20
Selection of Coolant
........................................................... 9-17
Shopping Hook
................................................................... 5-19
Shoulder anchor height adjuster
....................................... 2-26
Side Air Bags and Side Curtain Air Bags
......................... 2-40
Side Door Locks
.................................................................. 2-2
SLIP Indicator Light
.....................................................4-6
, 6-19
Snow Tires
........................................................................... 9-31
Spare Tire Nut Lock
............................................................ 2-1
Spark Plugs
......................................................................... 9-20
SPECIFICATIONS
................................................................ 14-1
Specified Fluid
.................................................................... 9-15
Specified Gear Oil ............................................................... 9-13
Specified Oil
........................................................................ 9-9
Speedometer ....................................................................... 4-11
Spot Light
............................................................................ 5-8
Stability Control System
.................................................... 6-18
Starting the Engine
............................................................. 6-2
Steering Wheel
.................................................................... 9-23
Sun Visor
............................................................................. 5-7
Sunroof
................................................................................ 5-11
Supplemental Restraint System (air bags)
....................... 2-37
TTachometer
.......................................................................... 4-13
Temperature Gauge
............................................................ 4-14
Theft Deterrent Light .......................................................... 4-20
Thermometer
....................................................................... 4-18
Tilt Steering Lock Lever
..................................................... 3-10
Tire Chains
.......................................................................... 7-5
Tire Changing Tool
............................................................. 5-18