qt switch SUZUKI GRAND VITARA 2015 Owners Manual

8-11
EMERGENCY SERVICE
54P00-01E
Engine trouble: Starter does
not operate
1) Try turning the ignition switch to
“START” position or try pressing the
engine switch to change the ignition
mode to “START” with the headlights
turned on to determine the battery con-
dition. If the headlights go excessively
dim or go off, it usually means that
either the battery is flat or the battery
terminal contact is poor. Recharge the
battery or correct battery terminal con-
tact as necessary.
2) If the headlights remain bright, check
the fuses. If the reason for failure of the
starter is not obvious, there may be a
major electrical problem. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by your authorized
SUZUKI dealer.
Engine trouble: Flooded
engine
(Vehicle without keyless push start sys-
tem)
If the engine is flooded with gasoline, it
may be hard to start. If this happens, press
the accelerator pedal all the way to the
floor and hold it there while cranking the
engine.
• For gasoline engine model, do not oper-
ate the starter motor for more than 12
seconds.
• For diesel engine model, do not operate
the starter motor for more than 30 sec-
onds.
(Vehicle with keyless push start sys-
tem)
If the engine is flooded with gasoline, it
may be hard to start. If this happens, press
the accelerator pedal all the way to the
floor and hold it there while cranking the
engine.
• For gasoline engine model, do not oper-
ate the starter motor for more than 12
seconds.
• For diesel engine model, do not operate
the starter motor for more than 30 sec-
onds.
NOTE:
If the engine refuses to start, the starter
motor automatically stops after a certain
period of time. After the starter motor hasautomatically stopped or if there is any-
thing abnormal in the engine starting sys-
tem, the starter motor runs only while the
engine switch is held pressed.

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APPEARANCE CARE
54P00-01E
Leather upholstery
Remove loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.
Using a mild soap or saddle soap solution,
wipe dirt off with a clean damp soft cloth.
To remove soap, wipe the areas again with
a soft cloth dampened with water. Wipe the
areas dry with a soft dry cloth. Repeat this
until the dirt or stain is removed, or use a
commercial leather cleaner for tougher dirt
or stains. If you use a leather cleaner,
carefully follow the manufacturer’s instruc-
tions and precautions. Do not use solvent
type cleaners or abrasive cleaners.
NOTE:
• In order to keep leather upholstery look-
ing good, it should be cleaned at least
twice a year.
• If leather upholstery becomes wet,
immediately wipe it dry with tissue paper
or a soft cloth. Water may cause leather
to harden and shrink if it is not wiped off.
• When parking on sunny days, select a
shady place or use a sunshade. If
leather upholstery is exposed to direct
sunlight for a long time, it may discolor
and shrink.
• As is common with natural materials,
leather is inherently irregular in grain and
cowhide has spots in its natural state.
These do not affect the performance of
the leather in any way.Seat belts
Clean seat belts with a mild soap and
water. Do not use bleach or dye on the
belts. They may weaken the fabric in the
belts.
Vinyl floor mats
Ordinary dirt can be removed from vinyl
with water or mild soap. Use a brush to
help loosen dirt. After the dirt is loosened,
rinse the mat thoroughly with water and
dry it in the shade.
Carpets
Remove dirt and soil as much as possible
with a vacuum cleaner. Using a mild soap
solution, rub stained areas with a clean
damp cloth. To remove soap, rub the areas
again with a cloth dampened with water.
Repeat this until the stain is removed, or
use a commercial carpet cleaner for
tougher stains. If you use a carpet cleaner,
carefully follow the manufacturer’s instruc-
tions and precautions.
Instrument panel and console
Remove loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.
Gently wipe dirt off with a tightly squeezed
damp clean cloth. Repeat this until the dirt
is removed.
Cleaning exterior
Caring for aluminum wheels
NOTE:
• Do not use an acidic or alkaline deter-
gent, or a cleaner containing petroleum
solvent to wash aluminum wheels.
These types of cleaner will cause per-
manent spots, discoloration and cracks
on finished surfaces and damage to cen-
ter caps.
• Do not use a bristle brush and soap con-
taining an abrasive material. These will
damage finished surfaces.
NOTICE
Do not use chemical products that
contain silicon to wipe electrical
components such as the air condi-
tioning system, audio, navigation
system, or other switches. These will
cause damage to the components.
NOTICE
It is important that your vehicle be
kept clean and free from dirt. Failure
to keep your vehicle clean may result
in fading of the paint or corrosion to
various parts of the vehicle body.

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SUPPLEMENT
54P00-01E
NOTE:
Oxygenated fuels are fuels which contain
oxygen-carrying additives such as MTBE
or alcohol.
If “RON 95” label is attached, you must use
unleaded gasoline with a minimum rating
of 91 pump octane ((R + M)/2 method).
Gasoline containing MTBE
Unleaded gasoline containing MTBE
(methyl tertiary butyl ether) may be used in
your vehicle if the MTBE content is not
greater than 15%. This oxygenated fuel
does not contain alcohol.
Gasoline-ethanol blends
Blends of unleaded gasoline and ethanol
(grain alcohol), also known as gasohol,
may be used in your vehicle if the ethanol
content is not greater than 10%.
Gasoline-methanol blends
Fuels containing 5% or less methanol
(wood alcohol) may be suitable for use in
your vehicle if they contain cosolvents and
corrosion inhibitors. Do not use fuels con-
taining more than 5% methanol under any
circumstances. Fuel system damage or
vehicle performance problems resulting
from the use of such fuels are not the
responsibility of SUZUKI and may not be
covered under the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
Fuel pump labeling
In some states, pumps that dispense oxy-
genated fuels are required to be labeled
for the type and percentage of oxygenate
and whether important additives are pres-
ent. Such labels may provide enough infor-
mation for you to determine if a particular
blend of fuels meets the requirements
listed above. In other areas, pumps may
not be clearly labeled as to the content or
type of oxygenate and additives. If you are
not sure that the fuel you intend to use
meets these requirements, check with the
service station operator or the fuel sup-
plier.
NOTE:
To help clean the air, SUZUKI recom-
mends you use the oxygenated fuels.
However, if you are not satisfied with the
driveability or fuel economy of your vehicle
when you are using an oxygenated fuel,
switch back to the regular unleaded gaso-
line.
Engine oil and filter
Specified oil
“Starburst” symbol
80JC103
Use engine oil for gasoline engines with
the above “Starburst” symbol, certified by
American Petroleum Institute.
We highly recommend you use SAE 0W-20
or 5W-30 oil.
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel
economy and good starting in cold
weather.
NOTICE
Be careful not to spill fuel containing
alcohol while refueling. If fuel is
spilled on the vehicle body, wipe it up
immediately. Fuels containing alco-
hol can cause paint damage, which is
not covered under the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
NOTICE
Failure to use the recommended oil
can result in engine damage.

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SUPPLEMENT
54P00-01E
Tire rotation
4-tire rotation
54G114
To avoid uneven wear of your tires and to
prolong their life, rotate the tires as illus-
trated. Tires should be rotated as recom-
mended in the periodic maintenance
schedule. After rotation, adjust front and
rear tire pressures to the specification
listed on your vehicle’s tire information
label.
For European countries,
Mexico and South Africa
Theft deterrent alarm system
A theft deterrent alarm system is armed in
about 20 seconds after you lock the doors.
Keyless push start system – Use the
remote controller or push the request
switch on driver’s door handle, front pas-
senger’s door handle or tailgate.
Keyless entry system – Use the transmit-
ter.
Once the system is armed, any attempt to
open a door by using any other means (*)
than the keyless push start system remote
controller, the request switch, the keyless
entry system transmitter or engine hood
(for EU specification vehicle) will cause the
alarm to be triggered.
* These means include the following:
–The key
– The lock knob on a door
– The power door locking switchNOTE:
The theft deterrent alarm system gener-
ates alarms when any of the predeter-
mined conditions is met. However, the
system does not have any function of
blocking unauthorized entry into your
vehicle.
Always use the keyless push start sys-
tem remote controller, the request switch
or the keyless entry system transmitter
to unlock the doors when the theft deter-
rent alarm system has been armed.
Using a key instead will trigger the
alarm.
If a person who does not know the theft
deterrent alarm system is going to drive
your vehicle, we recommend you explain
the system and its operation to the per-
son, or disable the system beforehand.
Mistakenly triggering the alarm may
cause a nuisance to others.
Even if the theft deterrent alarm system
is armed, you should still be careful to
guard against theft. Do not leave money
or things of value in your vehicle.

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SUPPLEMENT
54P00-01E
How to arm the theft deterrent alarm
system (when enabled)
Lock all doors (including the tailgate) using
the keyless push start system remote con-
troller, the request switch or the keyless
entry system transmitter. The theft deter-
rent light (1) will start blinking, and the theft
deterrent alarm system will be armed in
about 20 seconds.
While the system is being armed, the indi-
cator continues to blink at intervals of
approximately 2 seconds.
54P000208
NOTE:
To prevent the alarm from being acciden-
tally triggered, avoid arming it while any-
one remains inside the vehicle. The
alarm will be triggered if any person
inside unlocks a door or engine hood (for
EU specification vehicle) by operating
the lock knob or power door locking
switch.
The theft deterrent alarm system is not
armed when all doors are locked using
the key from outside, or using the door
lock knobs or the power door locking
switch from inside.
If any door is not operated within approx-
imately 30 seconds after the doors have
been unlocked using the keyless push
start system remote controller, the
request switch or the keyless entry sys-
tem transmitter, the doors are automati-
cally locked again. At the same time, the
theft deterrent alarm system is armed if
the system is in the enabled state.How to disarm the theft deterrent alarm
system
Simply unlock the doors using the keyless
push start system remote controller, the
request switch or the keyless entry system
transmitter. The theft deterrent light will go
out, indicating that the theft deterrent
alarm system is disarmed.
(1)

12-7
SUPPLEMENT
54P00-01E
How to stop the alarm
Should the alarm be triggered accidentally,
unlock the doors using the keyless push
start system remote controller, the request
switch or the keyless entry system trans-
mitter, or press the engine switch to
change the ignition mode to “ON” or turn
the ignition switch to “ON” position. The
alarm will then stop.
NOTE:
Even after the alarm has stopped, if you
lock the doors using the keyless push
start system remote controller, the
request switch or the keyless entry sys-
tem transmitter, the theft deterrent alarm
system will be rearmed with a delay of
about 20 seconds.
If you disconnect the battery while the
theft deterrent alarm system is in the
armed condition or the alarm is actually
in operation, the alarm will be triggered
or re-triggered when the battery is then
reconnected, although, in the latter case,
the alarm remains stopped for the period
between disconnection and reconnec-
tion of the battery.
Even after the alarm has stopped at the
end of the predetermined operation time,
it will be triggered again if any door or
engine hood (for EU specification vehi-
cle) is opened without disarming the
theft deterrent alarm system.Checking whether the alarm has been
triggered during parking
If the alarm was triggered due to an unau-
thorized entry into the vehicle and you then
press the engine switch to change the igni-
tion mode to “ON” or turn the ignition
switch to “ON” position, the theft deterrent
light will blink rapidly for about 8 seconds
and a buzzer will beep 4 times during this
period. If this happens, check whether your
vehicle has been broken into while you
were away from it.
Enabling and disabling the theft deter-
rent alarm system
The theft deterrent alarm system can be
either enabled or disabled.
When enabled (factory setting)
When the system is enabled, it causes the
hazard warning lights to flash for about 40
seconds if any of the alarm trigger condi-
tions is met. The system also causes the
interior buzzer to beep intermittently for
about 10 seconds, which is followed by
intermittent sounding of the horn for about
30 seconds.
The theft deterrent light continues to blink
during this time.
When disabled
When the system is disabled, it stays dis-
armed even if you perform any system
arming operation.How to switch the state of the theft
deterrent alarm system
You can switch the theft deterrent alarm
system from the enabled state to the dis-
abled state, and vice versa, using the fol-
lowing method.
54P000209
(2)(3)
(1)
EXAMPLE

12-8
SUPPLEMENT
54P00-01E
54P000210
(2) UNLOCK
(3) LOCK
61MM0A137
1) With the ignition mode “ON” or the igni-
tion switch in “ON” position, close all the
doors and turn the lock knob (1) on the
driver’s door in the unlocking direction
(2) (rearward). Turn the knob on the
lighting control lever to “OFF” position
(5).
NOTE:
All operations included in the following
Step 2) and 3) must be completed within
15 seconds.
2) Turn the knob on the lighting control
lever to the position (6) and then to
“OFF” position (5). Repeat this opera-
tion 4 times with the control lever finally
set to “OFF” position.
3) Push the lock end (3) (forward end) of
the power door lock switch (4) to lock
the doors, and then the unlock end (2)
(backward end) to unlock the doors.
Repeat these operations 3 times and
finally push the lock end of the switch.Every time you perform the series of the
above steps, the state of the theft deterrent
alarm system changes from the currently
selected one to the other. You can check
whether the system is enabled or disabled
by the number of interior buzzer beeps at
the end of the procedure as follows.
NOTE:
You cannot disable the theft deterrent
alarm system while it is in the armed
condition.
If you fail to complete the operations in
Step 2) and 3) within 15 seconds, per-
form the procedure again from the
beginning.
Check that all doors are closed when
performing the above procedure.
NOTE:
You can also switch the theft deterrent
alarm system from the enabled state to the
disabled state, and vice versa, via the
information display setting mode. For
details on how to use the information dis-
play, refer to “Information display” in
“BEFORE DRIVING” section.
(2)(3)
(4)
EXAMPLE
(5) (6)
EXAMPLE
System state Number of beeps
Disabled
(Mode A)Once
Enabled
(Mode D)4 times

13-2
INDEX
54P00-01E
D
Daily inspection checklist ..................................................... 3-1
Daytime running light (D.R.L.) system............................. 2-107
Dead lock system .................................................................. 2-4
Diesel engine.......................................................................... 1-2
Diesel particulate filter (DPF
®)............................................ 3-18
Diesel particulate filter (DPF®) warning light .................. 2-101
Door locks .............................................................................. 2-2
Drive belt .............................................................................. 7-20
Driver’s seat belt reminder light / Front passenger’s
seat belt reminder light ....................................................... 2-93
Driving on hills ....................................................................... 4-3
Driving on slippery roads ..................................................... 4-4
Driving range........................................................................ 2-67
E
Electric mirrors .................................................................... 2-20
Electric power steering light............................................... 2-95
Electric window controls .................................................... 2-17
Electronic stability program (ESP
®)................................... 3-76
Emergency locking retractor (ELR) ................................... 2-30
ENG A-STOP system (engine auto stop start system)..... 3-29
Engine coolant ..................................................................... 7-26
Engine hood ........................................................................... 5-2
Engine oil and filter .................................................... 7-20, 12-4
Engine oil consumption ........................................................ 3-2
Engine serial number .......................................................... 10-1
Engine switch......................................................................... 3-5
Engine trouble: Flooded engine ......................................... 8-11
Engine trouble: Overheating .............................................. 8-12
Engine trouble: Starter does not operate .......................... 8-11
ESP
® OFF indicator light............................................ 2-92, 3-78ESP
® OFF switch ................................................................. 3-78
ESP® warning light .....................................................2-91, 3-78
Exhaust gas warning ............................................................. 3-1
F
Flat tire repair kit .................................................................... 8-5
Floor mats ............................................................................. 5-16
Fluid control clutch .............................................................. 7-32
FM/LW/MW CD player .......................................................... 5-40
Folding rear seats ................................................................ 2-26
Footrest ................................................................................. 5-15
Footwell lights ........................................................................ 5-6
For Australia ......................................................................... 12-1
For European countries, Mexico and South Africa........... 12-5
For Mexico ............................................................................ 12-3
Four-mode 4WD system ...................................................... 3-23
Frame hooks ......................................................................... 5-20
Front air bags ....................................................................... 2-51
Front bottle holder ............................................................... 5-14
Front cup holders................................................................. 5-14
Front fog light ....................................................................... 7-47
Front fog light switch......................................................... 2-107
Front passenger air bag deactivation system ................... 2-60
Front position light .............................................................. 7-46
Front seat back pocket ........................................................ 5-14
Front seat heater .................................................................. 2-23
Front seats ............................................................................ 2-21
Front turn signal light .......................................................... 7-46
Fuel consumption ................................................................ 10-2
Fuel filler cap .......................................................................... 5-1
Fuel filter (diesel engine) ..................................................... 7-33
Fuel filter warning light (for diesel engine model) .......... 2-100

13-3
INDEX
54P00-01E
Fuel gauge ............................................................................ 2-64
Fuel pump labeling .............................................................. 12-4
Fuel recommendation .................................................. 1-1, 12-3
Full wheel cover ..................................................................... 8-5
Fuses .................................................................................... 7-41
Fuses in engine compartment ............................................ 7-41
Fuses under dashboard ...................................................... 7-43
G
Gasoline containing MTBE ................................................. 12-4
Gasoline engine ..................................................................... 1-1
Gasoline-ethanol blends .............................................. 1-1, 12-4
Gasoline-methanol blends ........................................... 1-1, 12-4
Gear oil ................................................................................. 7-30
Gear oil change .................................................................... 7-32
Gear oil level check ............................................................. 7-31
Gearshift indicator ...................................................... 2-71, 3-21
Glove box ............................................................................. 5-12
Glove box light .............................................................. 5-6, 7-55
Glow plug indicator light................................................... 2-100
H
Hazard warning switch ...................................................... 2-110
Head restraints............................................................ 2-23, 2-26
Headlight leveling switch .................................................. 2-108
Heated rear window switch / heated outside
rearview mirror switch ...................................................... 2-115
Heating and air conditioning system ................................. 5-23
Heating system .................................................................... 5-25
Highway driving ..................................................................... 4-3
Hill descent control indicator light..................................... 2-92
Hill descent control switch ................................................. 3-80
Hill descent control system ................................................ 3-79Hill hold control system ...................................................... 3-82
Horn ..................................................................................... 2-115
How ABS works.................................................................... 3-76
I
Ignition key reminder ............................................................. 2-2
Ignition switch ........................................................................ 3-3
Illumination indicator light .................................................. 2-98
Immobilizer system ................................................................ 2-1
Immobilizer/keyless push start system warning light ...... 2-94
Improving fuel economy........................................................ 4-2
Information display ........................................... 2-66, 3-43, 3-46
Inside rearview mirror.......................................................... 2-20
Installation of child restraint with top tether ..................... 2-47
Installation of radio frequency transmitters ...................... 5-39
Installation with ISOFIX type anchorages.......................... 2-46
Installation with lap-shoulder seat belts ............................ 2-45
Instantaneous fuel consumption ........................................ 2-67
Instrument cluster ................................................................ 2-63
Instrument panel pocket...................................................... 5-14
Interior light ...................................................................5-5, 7-54
Interior workable area for engine starting ........................... 3-9
J
Jacking instructions .............................................................. 8-1
Jump-starting instructions.................................................... 8-8
K
Keyless entry system transmitter................................2-6, 2-13
Keyless push start system .................................................... 3-6
Keyless push start system remote controller ..............2-6, 2-7
Keys......................................................................................... 2-1
L
Lap-shoulder belt ................................................................. 2-30

13-4
INDEX
54P00-01E
Lap-shoulder belt with detachable connector .................. 2-31
License plate light ............................................................... 7-52
Light reminder buzzer ....................................................... 2-106
Lighting control lever ........................................................ 2-102
Lighting operation ............................................................. 2-102
Listening to a CD ................................................................. 5-57
Listening to an iPod
®.......................................................... 5-67
Listening to an MP3/WMA/AAC disc .................................. 5-60
Listening to files stored in a USB device .......................... 5-64
Listening to the radio ................................................. 5-50, 5-52
Low fuel warning light ......................................................... 2-95
Low tire pressure warning light ................................ 2-88, 3-83
Luggage compartment .......................................................... 5-7
Luggage compartment board ............................................. 5-18
Luggage compartment cover ............................................. 5-18
Luggage compartment hooks ............................................ 5-16
Luggage compartment pocket ........................................... 5-15
Luggage restraint loops ...................................................... 5-17
M
Main beam (high beam) indicator light .............................. 2-98
Maintenance schedule .......................................................... 7-2
Malfunction indicator light .................................................. 2-94
Manual heating and air conditioning system .................... 5-27
Manual transaxle.................................................................. 3-19
Manual transaxle oil ............................................................ 7-30
Master warning indicator light.......................................... 2-102
Mirrors .................................................................................. 2-20
O
Odometer .............................................................................. 2-71
Oil change request light ...................................................... 2-99
Oil filter replacement ........................................................... 7-24Oil level check ...................................................................... 7-21
Oil life .................................................................................... 2-67
Oil pressure light.................................................................. 2-92
Open door warning light...................................................... 2-94
Outside rearview mirror folding switch ............................. 2-21
Outside rearview mirrors..................................................... 2-20
Overhead console ................................................................ 5-12
P
Parking brake ....................................................................... 7-35
Parking brake lever .............................................................. 3-10
Parking sensors ................................................................... 3-64
Pedal...................................................................................... 3-11
Pinching prevention function ............................................. 2-19
Power-assisted brakes ........................................................ 3-74
R
Radar brake support system............................................... 3-47
Radar brake support system indicator light ...................... 2-96
Radar brake support system OFF indicator light.............. 2-96
Radio antenna ...................................................................... 5-38
RDS (Radio Data System).................................................... 5-54
Rear bottle holder ................................................................ 5-14
Rear combination light ........................................................ 7-50
Rear differential oil............................................................... 7-30
Rear fog light indicator light ............................................... 2-97
Rear seat belt guide ............................................................. 2-36
Rear seats ............................................................................. 2-24
Rear window wiper/washer switch ................................... 2-113
Rearview camera .................................................................. 3-71
Refill with oil and oil leakage check ................................... 7-26
Refilling ................................................................................. 7-22
Remote audio controls ........................................................ 5-81