SUZUKI GRAND VITARA 2009 Owners Manual

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
79K21-03E
Front Fog Light
79K090
1) Insert a flat blade screwdriver into the
hole (2) and remove the clips (1) by
twist the driver as shown in the illustra-
tion.
2) Remove the bolt (3) by a Phillips-head
screwdriver.
65J357
3) Remove the clip (4) with the same way
as No.1).
78F072
4) Open the fender cover. Disconnect the
coupler with pushing the lock release.
Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise
and remove it.
(2)
(1)
(3)
(4)
Wiper Blades: 3

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Other General LightsBulb holder
54G123
(1) Removal
(2) Installation
To remove a bulb holder from a light hous-
ing, turn the holder counterclockwise and
pull it out. To install the holder, push the
holder in and turn it clockwise.Bulb
54G124
(3) Removal
(4) Installation
There are two types of bulb, “Full glass
type” (1) and “Glass/metal type” (2).
To remove and install a full glass type bulb
(1), simply pull out or push in the bulb.
To remove a glass metal type bulb (2) from
a bulb holder, push in the bulb and turn it
counterclockwise. To install a new bulb,
push it in and turn it clockwise.
You can access the individual bulb or bulb
holders as follows.Position/Turn signal light
64J163
To replace the bulb of position/turn signal
light, follow the procedure for the bulb
replacement of the “Front Fog Light”.
Rear combination light
78K124
(1)
(1) (2)(2)
EXAMPLE
(1)
(2) (3)
(4)EXAMPLE
EXAMPLE
Air Conditioning System: 4

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
79K21-03E
License plate light
65J345
Turn the cover (1) counterclockwise to
remove it.
NOTE:
When reinstalling, put the packing (2)
between the cover and bulb holder.Door illumination light
64J165
Luggage compartment light
64J166
High-mount stop light (if equipped)
The followings are the general procedure
for replace the bulbs of high-mount stop
light.
Since special procedures are required, we
recommend you take your vehicle to your
SUZUKI dealer for the bulbs of high-mount
stop light replacement.
64J181
To remove a high-mounted stop light hous-
ing the following procedure:
1) Open the tailgate, and remove the trim
(1) as shown in the illustration.
(1)
(2)
(1)

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64J182
2) Release the claws of the light housing
by the flat head etc. through the service
holes as shown in the illustration.
64J183
3) Close the tailgate. Remove a high-
mounted stop light housing (2) from the
tailgate.
64J184
4) Remove the each bulb.
5) Replace the bulbs.
To install a high-mounted stop light
housing in the reverse order of removal.
(2)

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
79K21-03E
Wiper Blades
54G129
If the wiper blades become brittle or dam-
aged, or make streaks when wiping,
replace the wiper blades.
To install new wiper blades, follow the pro-
cedures below.
NOTE:
Some wiper blades may be different from
the ones described here depending on
vehicle specifications. If so, consult your
SUZUKI dealer for proper replacement
method.For windshield wipers:
70G119
1) Hold the wiper arm away from the win-
dow.
52D102
2) Squeeze lock lever (1) towards wiper
arm (2) and remove the wiper frame
from the arm as shown.
CAUTION
To avoid scratching or breaking the
window, do not let the wiper arm
strike the window while replacing the
wiper blade.

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60A260
3) Pull the locked end of the wiper blade
firmly to unlock the blade and slide the
blade out as shown.
52D124
(3) Retainer
4) If the new blade is provided without the
two metal retainers, move them from
the old blade to the new one.Installation
52D125
(4) Locked end
5) Install the new blade in the reverse
order of removal, with the locked end
positioned toward the wiper arm. Make
sure the blade is properly retained by
all the hooks. Grasp the blade near the
locked end and pull in the direction of
the arrows to lock the end into place.
6) Reinstall wiper frame to arm, making
sure that the lock lever is snapped
securely into the arm.

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For rear wipers:
80G146
1) Hold the wiper arm away from the win-
dow.
2) Remove the wiper frame from the arm
as shown.
3) Slide the blade out as shown.
65D151
NOTE:
Do not flex the wiper blade frame end more
than necessary. If you do, it can break off.
54G135
(1) Retainer
4) If the new blade is provided without the
two metal retainers, move them from
the old blade to the new one.
5) Install the new blade in the reverse
order of removal.
Make sure the blade is properly
retained by all the hooks.
6) Reinstall wiper frame to arm in the
reverse order of removal.

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79K21-03E
Windshield Washer FluidFront and rear (if equipped)
66J008
66J116
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.
Air Conditioning SystemIf you do not use the air conditioner for a
long period, such as during winter, it may
not give the best performance when you
start using it again. To help maintain opti-
mum performance and durability of your air
conditioner, it needs to be run periodically.
Operate the air conditioner at least once a
month for one minute with the engine
idling. This circulates the refrigerant and oil
and helps protect the internal components.
(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.

EMERGENCY SERVICE
8
79K21-03E
60G411
EMERGENCY SERVICETire Changing Tool ............................................................. 8-1
Spare Tire Nut Lock (if equipped) ...................................... 8-1
Jacking Instructions ........................................................... 8-2
Changing Wheels ................................................................ 8-3
Jump Starting Instructions ................................................ 8-7
Towing a Disabled Vehicle ................................................. 8-8
If the Starter Does Not Operate .......................................... 8-8
If the Engine is Flooded ...................................................... 8-9
If the Engine Overheats ...................................................... 8-9

8-1EMERGENCY SERVICE
79K21-03E
Tire Changing Tool
64J124
The jack, wheel brace and jack handle are
stowed in the rear left corner of the lug-
gage compartment. Remove the cover to
access the tools.
To remove the jack, turn its shaft counter-
clockwise and pull the jack out of the stor-
age bracket. To stow the jack, place it in
the storage bracket and turn the shaft
clockwise until the jack is securely held in
place.
Spare Tire Nut Lock
(if equipped)
64J172
A nut lock is used for the spare tire. To
unlock the spare tire nut, insert the ignition
key into the lock as far as the key will go
and remove the lock with the key in. To lock
the spare tire nut, put the lock on the nut
and push the lock in.
WARNING
The tire changing tools should be
used only to change wheels. It is
important to read the jacking instruc-
tions in this section before attempt-
ing to use the jack.
WARNING
After using the tire changing tools,
be sure to stow them securely, or
they could be thrown about in an
accident, causing injury.
To LOCK To UNLOCK
Jacking Instructions: 5