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2-83BEFORE DRIVING
79K21-03E
An indicator light will be lit when the
defroster is on. The defroster will only work
when the engine is running. To turn off the
defroster, push the switch (1) again.
NOTE:
 The defogger will work only when the
engine is running.
 The defogger will automatically turn off
after the defogger remains on for 15 min-
utes to prevent discharging of the bat-
tery.
CAUTION
The rear window defroster and the
outside rearview mirrors use a large
amount of electricity. Be sure to turn
off the defroster after the window has
become clear.

3-2
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
79K21-03E
Daily Inspection ChecklistBefore Driving
60A187S
1) Make sure that windows, mirrors, lights
and reflectors are clean and unob-
structed.
2) Visually check the tires for the following
points:
– the depth of the tread groove
– abnormal wear, cracks and damage
– loose wheel nuts
– existence of foreign material such as
nails, stones, etc.
Refer to “Tires” in “INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE” section for details.
3) Look for fluid, oil leaks.
NOTE:
It is normal for water to drip from the air
conditioning system after use.4) Make sure the hood is fully closed and
latched.
5) Check the headlights, turn signal lights,
brake lights and horn for proper opera-
tion.
6) Lock all doors.
7) Adjust the seat and adjustable head
restraints (if equipped).
8) Check the brake pedal and the parking
brake lever.
9) Adjust the mirrors.
10)Make sure that you and all passengers
have properly fastened your seat belts.
11)Make sure that all warning lights come
on as the key is turned to the “ON” posi-
tion.
12)Check all gauges.
13)Make sure that the BRAKE SYSTEM
WARNING light turns off when the
parking brake is released.
Once a week, or each time you fill your fuel
tank, perform the following under-hood
checks:
1) Engine oil level
2) Coolant level
3) Brake fluid level
4) Power steering (if equipped) fluid level
5) Windshield washer fluid level
6) Battery solution level
7) Hood latch operation
Pull the hood release handle inside the
vehicle. Make sure that you cannot
open the hood all the way without
releasing the secondary latch. Be sure
to close the hood securely after check-ing for proper latch operation. See the
item “All Latches, Hinges and Locks” of
“CHASSIS AND BODY” in the “Periodic
Maintenance Schedule” in the
“INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE”
section for lubrication schedule.
Once a month, or each time you fill your
fuel tank, check the tire pressure using a
tire pressure gauge. Also check the tire
pressure of the spare tire.
WARNING
Make sure the hood 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.
Daily Inspection Checklist: NO
Starting the Engine: 1

6-3VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING
79K21-03E
Tires
MirrorsCheck to see if your vehicle’s mirrors meet
federal, state and local requirements for
mirrors used on towing vehicles. If they do
not, you must install required mirrors
before you tow.Vehicle/Trailer Weight LimitsBefore towing, you must make sure that
gross trailer weight, gross combined
weight, trailer tongue weight, gross vehicle
weight and gross axle weight (front and
rear) are within specified limits as
described below. You can measure vehicle
and trailer weights using a vehicle scale
and can measure tongue weight using a
bathroom scale.Gross Trailer Weight
60A378
Gross Trailer Weight is the weight of the
trailer plus all cargo in it (measured with
the trailer disconnected from the towing
vehicle). Gross trailer weight must never
exceed 1360 kg (3000 pounds).
If you intend to tow a trailer having a gross
trailer weight greater than 450 kg (1000
pounds), the trailer must be equipped with
trailer brakes.Gross Combined Weight
60A381
Gross Combined Weight is the weight of
the fully loaded vehicle (including all the
occupants, accessories and cargo) plus
the weight of the fully loaded trailer. Gross
combined weight must never exceed:
 2.4 L – 3460 kg (7628 pounds)
 3.2 L – 3530 kg (7782 pounds)
WARNING
When towing a trailer, it is very
important for your vehicle and trailer
to have properly inflated tires. Your
vehicle’s tires should be inflated to
the recommended pressures listed
on your vehicle’s Tire Inflation Pres-
sure label. Inflate trailer tires accord-
ing to the specifications provided by
the trailer manufacturer.
Trailer Towing: 5, 11, 13

7-37INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
79K21-03E
Main Fuse Box
64J157
The main fuse, primary fuses and some of
the individual fuses are located in the
engine compartment. If the main fuse
blows, no electrical component will func-
tion. If a primary fuse blows, no electrical
component in the corresponding load
group will function. When replacing the
main fuse or a primary fuse, use a genuine
SUZUKI replacement.
Main Fuse / Primary Fuse
(1) 15A CPRSR A/C compressor fuse
(2) 20A O2 HTRO
2 sensor heater
fuse
(3) 15A THR MOT Throttle motor fuse
(4) 20A ATAutomatic transmis-
sion fuse
(5) 25A RR DEF Rear defogger fuse
(6) 15A HORN Horn fuse
(7) 20A FR FOG Front fog light fuse
(8) 20A MRR HTR Mirror heater fuse
(9) 40A FR BLWFront blower motor
fuse
(10) 30A ABS 2 ABS actuator fuse
(11) 50A ABS 1 ABS actuator fuse
(12) 20A FI Main fuse
(13) – – Blank
(14) 10A H/L LHead light high beam
fuse, left
(15) 10A H/L RHead light high beam
fuse, right
(16) 10A H/L Head light fuse
(17) 40A ST Starter motor fuse
(18) 40A IGN Ignition fuse
(19) 15A H/L LO LHead light low beam
fuse, left
(20) 15A H/L LO RHead light low beam
fuse, right
PRIMARY
FUSEINDIVIDUAL FUSE
60A LAMP Head light, Accessory,
Dome light, Sunroof,
Hazard light, Door lock,
Rear fog light, Stop
lamp, Tail light
50A IGN 2 Wiper/Washer, Power
window, Seat heater
40A 4WD 4WD actuator
30A RDTR 1 Radiator fan
30A RDTR 2 Radiator fan
WARNING
If a fuse in the main fuse box blows,
be sure to have your vehicle
inspected by an authorized SUZUKI
dealer. Always use a genuine SUZUKI
replacement. Never use a substitute
such as a wire even for a temporary
fix, or extensive electrical damage
and a fire can result.
Bulb Replacement: 7

7-38
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
79K21-03E
Fuse under the Dash BoardFuse box
64J192
79K05765D045
The fuse box is located under the driver’s
side of the dashboard. To remove a fuse,
use the fuse puller provided in the fuse
box.
SPARESPARE
SPARE
SPARE
USE THE DESIGNATED
FUSES AND RELAYS ONLYSPARE SPARE
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
(E)
(F)
(G)
(H)(I)
(J)
(L)
(M)
(N)
(O)
(P)
(Q)
(R)
(S)
(T)
(U)
(V)(K)
(W)
(X)
(A) 10A DOME Dome lamp fuse
(B) 10A STOP Stop lamp fuse
(C) – – Blank
(D) 15A ACC 3Accessory socket
fuse
(E) 10A CRUISE Cruise control fuse
(F) 15A ACC 2Cigar or Accessory
socket fuse
(G) 20A WIP Wiper fuse
(H) 15A IG2 SIGIgnition signal & Seat
heater fuse
(I) 10A BACK Back lamp fuse
(J) 10A ABS/ESPABS or ESP control-
ler fuse
(K) 10A A/B Air bag fuse
(L) 15A RADIO Radio fuse
(M) 15A HAZ Hazard light fuse
(N) 7.5A ST SIG Starter signal fuse
(O) 10A ECMEngine control
module fuse
(P) 25A S/R Sun roof motor fuse
(Q) 25A B/U Buck up fuse
(R) 10A TAIL Tail light fuse
(S) 20A D/LDoor lock actuator
fuse
(T) 15A ACCRadio, Remote door
mirror fuse
(U) 10A METER Meter fuse
(V) 15A IG COIL Ignition coil fuse
(W) – – Blank
(X) 30A P/W Power window fuse
Bulb Replacement: 7

11-1
FUSES AND PROTECTED CIRCUITS
79K21-03E
11
FUSES AND PROTECTED CIRCUITS
64J157
FUSES
MAIN
FUSE BOXNo. COLOR (AMPS) PROTECTED CIRCUIT
In engine
compartment (1) BLUE (15) CPRSR A/C compressor fuse
(2) YELLOW (20) O2 HTR O2 sensor heater fuse
(3) BLUE (15) THR MOT Throttle motor fuse
(4) YELLOW (20) AT Automatic transmission fuse
(5) CLEAR (25) RR DEF Rear defogger fuse
(6) BLUE (15) HORN Horn fuse
(7) YELLOW (20) FR FOG Front fog light fuse
(8) YELLOW (20) MRR HTR Mirror heater fuse
(9) GREEN (40) FR BLW Front blower motor fuse
(10) PINK (30) ABS 2ABS actuator fuse
Fuses and Protected Circuits: 7

11-3
FUSES AND PROTECTED CIRCUITS
79K21-03E
79K057
FUSES IN FUSE BOX FUSES IN FUSE BOX
(A) RED (10) DOME Dome lamp fuse (M) BLUE (15) HAZ Hazard light fuse
(B) RED (10) STOP Stop lamp fuse (N) BROWN (7.5) ST SIG Starter signal fuse
(C) – – Blank (O) RED (10) ECM Engine control module fuse
(D) BLUE (15) ACC 3 Accessory socket fuse(P) CLEAR (25) S/R Sun roof motor fuse
(E) RED (10) CRUISE Cruise control fuse (Q) CLEAR (25) B/U Buck up fuse
(F) BLUE (15) ACC 2Cigar or Accessory socket
fuse(R) RED (10) TAIL Tail light fuse
(G) YELLOW (20) WIP Wiper fuse (S) YELLOW (20) D/L Door lock actuator fuse
(H) BLUE (15) IG2 SIGIgnition signal & Seat
heater fuse(T) BLUE (15) ACCRadio, Remote door mirror
fuse
(I) RED (10) BACK Back lamp fuse (U) RED (10) METER Meter fuse
(J) RED (10) ABS/ESP ABS or ESP controller fuse (V) BLUE (15) IG COIL Ignition coil fuse
(K) RED (10) A/B Air bag fuse (W) – – Blank
(L) BLUE (15) RADIO Radio fuse (X) PINK (30) P/W Power window fuse
SPARESPARE
SPARE
SPARE
USE THE DESIGNATED
FUSES AND RELAYS ONLYSPARE SPARE
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
(E)
(F)
(G)
(H)(I)
(J)
(L)
(M)
(N)
(O)
(P)
(Q)
(R)
(S)
(T)
(U)
(V)(K)
(W)
(X)

13-3
INDEX79K21-03E
If the Engine Overheats
......................................................8-9
If the Starter Does Not Operate
..........................................8-8
If You Cannot Shift Automatic Transmission Gearshift
Lever Out of “P” (PARK)
.....................................................3-15
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck ..................................................4-6
Ignition Key Reminder
........................................................2-1
Ignition Switch
.....................................................................3-3
Illumination Indicator Light
................................................2-64
Important Vehicle Design Features To Know
...................4-1
Improving Fuel Economy
....................................................4-3
Information Display
.............................................................2-67
Inside Rearview Mirror ........................................................2-17
Installation with Lap-Shoulder Seat Belts
(Child Restraint with No Top Strap)
...................................2-35
Installation with the LATCH System ..................................2-38
Installation-Child Restraint with Top Strap
.......................2-40
Instrument Cluster
...............................................................2-54
Interior Light Switch ............................................................5-64
JJacking Instructions
............................................................8-2
Jump Starting Instructions
.................................................8-7
KKeyless Entry System Transmitter (Type B)
.....................2-11
Keyless Start System Indicator Light
................................2-63
Keyless Start System Remote Controller (Type A)
..........2-5
Keyless Start System Remote Controller/
Keyless Entry System Transmitter
....................................2-4
Keys
......................................................................................2-1
LLap-Shoulder Belt
................................................................2-28
Lighting Control Lever
........................................................2-75Lighting Operation
.............................................................. 2-76
Lights “On” reminder ......................................................... 2-78
Listening to a CD
.......................................................5-15
, 5-42
Listening to a CD from an External CD Changer
(Option)
.......................................................................5-28
, 5-54
Listening to a XM Satellite Radio (Option)
..............5-25
, 5-51
Listening to Audio for AUX (Option)
.............. 5-27
, 5-49
, 5-53
Listening to the Radio
...............................................5-13
, 5-40
Low Fuel Warning Light
..................................................... 2-62
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light
.............................2-55
, 3-38
Luggage Compartment Cover
........................................... 5-74
Luggage Compartment Light ............................................. 5-65
Luggage Restraint Loops
................................................... 5-78
MMaintenance Recommended under Severe Driving
Conditions
........................................................................... 7-7
Maintenance Schedule
....................................................... 7-2
Malfunction Indicator Light
................................................ 2-61
Manual Transmission
......................................................... 3-11
Master Warning Indicator Light
......................................... 2-64
Mirrors
.................................................................................. 2-17
NNational Highway Traffic Safety Administration
(NHTSA)
............................................................................... 10-4
OOdometer
............................................................................. 2-70
Off-Road Driving
................................................................. 4-6
Oil Level Check ................................................................... 7-10
Oil Pressure Light ............................................................... 2-60
On-Board Vehicle Computers and Event Data
Recorders
............................................................................ 10-3

13-4INDEX
79K21-03E
On-Pavement Driving
..........................................................4-4
Open Door Warning Light
...................................................2-62
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...................................................2-17
Overhead Console Box
.......................................................5-71
PParking Brake Lever
.................................................... 3-7
, 7-24
Pedals
...................................................................................3-8
Periodic Maintenance Schedule
.........................................7-3
Power Assisted Brakes
.......................................................3-29
Power Door Locking System
..............................................2-2
Power Mirror Control
...........................................................2-18
Power Steering
....................................................................7-24
Power Steering Fluid
...........................................................7-24
Power Window Controls
.....................................................2-15
RRadio Antenna
.....................................................................5-8
Rear Seats
............................................................................2-22
Rear Window Defroster and Outside Rearview Mirrors
Defroster Switch
..................................................................2-82
Rear Window Wiper/Washer Switch
..................................2-81
Refill with Oil and Check for Leaks ....................................7-12
Remote Audio Controls
............................................ 5-30
, 5-56
Replace the Oil Filter
...........................................................7-12
Replacing Tires and/or Wheels
..........................................3-41
Reporting Safety Defects
....................................................10-4
Roof Rails or Roof Rack Anchors
......................................5-78
SSafety Certification Label
...................................................10-2
Seat Adjustment
........................................................ 2-18
, 2-22
Seat Belt Extender
...............................................................2-41
Seat Belt Inspection ............................................................2-33Seat Belt Pretensioner System
.......................................... 2-42
Seat Belt Reminder
............................................................. 2-30
Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems
........................... 2-26
Selection of Coolant
........................................................... 7-13
Shopping Hook
................................................................... 5-73
Shoulder anchor height adjuster
....................................... 2-32
Side Air Bags and Side Curtain Air Bags
......................... 2-46
Side Door Locks
.................................................................. 2-1
SLIP Indicator Light
...................................................2-58
, 3-32
Snow Tires
..................................................................7-32
, 8-6
Spare Tire Nut Lock
............................................................ 8-1
Spark Plugs
......................................................................... 7-16
SPECIFICATIONS
................................................................ 12-1
Specified Fluid
.................................................................... 7-20
Specified Gear Oil ............................................................... 7-17
Specified Oil
........................................................................ 7-10
Speedometer ....................................................................... 2-65
Spot Light
............................................................................ 5-66
Stability Control System
.................................................... 3-31
Starting the Engine
............................................................. 3-9
Steering Wheel
.................................................................... 7-24
Sun Visor
............................................................................. 5-64
Sunroof
................................................................................ 5-68
Supplemental Restraint System (air bags)
....................... 2-43
TTachometer
.......................................................................... 2-65
Tailgate
................................................................................ 2-3
Temperature Gauge
............................................................ 2-66
Theft Deterrent Light .......................................................... 2-15
Thermometer
....................................................................... 2-70
Tilt Steering Lock Lever
..................................................... 2-82