servic SUZUKI GRAND VITARA 2017 Owner's Guide

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Items other than recommended maintenance by an authorized SUZUKI dealer or a qualified service technician
#1: Perform the engine coolant level check under the daily inspection in “OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE” section.
If you use the engine coolant other than “SUZUKI LLC (Blue)” for replacement, follow the schedule of “SUZUKI LLC: Standard (Green)”.
#2: Replace every 50000 km if the local law requires.
NOTE:
*1:Inspect more frequently if the vehicle is used under dusty conditions.
For gasoline engine models
Select maintenance timing by mileage (odometer reading) or months, which-
ever comes first.
km (×1000)2.57.51015304575150miles (×1000)1.54.56918274590months-681224364896Engine and powertrain
Engine accessory drive belt Tension check NormalISevereI
Engine oil and engine oil filter NormalRSevereR
Engine coolant “SUZUKI LLC:
Super (Blue)”
(#1)First time onlyR
Second time
and afterR
“SUZUKI LLC: Standard
(Green)”R
Fuel and emission control system
Spark plugs when unleaded
fuel is used(Standard type) Nickel plug NormalR(#2)SevereR
Spark plugs when leaded fuel
is used(Standard type) Nickel plug
R
Air cleaner filter element *1 Paved-road NormalIR
SevereIR
Dusty conditionIRBrake
Brake fluid CheckI
Brake lever and cable Check (1st 15000 km only) I
Chassis, body and others
Tires/WheelsI
All latches, hinges and locksI

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(For diesel engine model)
61MM0A126
1) Unclamp the side clamps and remove
the element from the air cleaner case. If
it appears to be dirty, replace it with a
new one.
2) Clamp the side clamps securely.
Spark plugs
Spark plug replacement and inspec-
tion
(For gasoline engine model)
80JM125
To access the spark plug:
1) Remove the air cleaner case. Refer to
“Air cleaner” in this section.
2) If necessary, disconnect the coupler (1)
while pushing the release lever.
3) Remove the bolts.
4) Pull out the ignition coils straight.NOTE:
During installation, check that the wires,
couplers, sealing rubber of air cleaner
chassis and washers, are correctly
returned in place.
78K179
(1)
EXAMPLE
NOTICE
• When pulling out the ignition coils,
do not pull on the cable. Pulling on
the cable can damage it.
• When servicing the iridium/plati-
num spark plugs (slender center
electrode type plugs), do not touch
the center electrode, as it is easy to
be damaged.
EXAMPLE
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Battery
52KM160
Your vehicle is equipped with a battery that
requires infrequent maintenance. You will
never have to add water. You should, how-
ever, periodically check the battery, battery
terminals and battery hold-down bracket
for corrosion. Remove corrosion using a
stiff brush and ammonia mixed with water,
or baking soda mixed with water. After
removing corrosion, rinse with clean water.
If your vehicle is not going to be driven for
a month or longer, disconnect the cable
from the negative terminal of the battery to
help prevent discharge.Battery replacement54P000704
NOTE:
(For diesel engine model)
To approach the battery, push the locks
and remove the suction pipe (1).
WA R N I N G
• Batteries produce flammable
hydrogen gas. Keep flames and
sparks away from the battery or an
explosion may occur. Never smoke
when working near the battery.
• When checking or servicing the
battery, disconnect the negative
cable. Be careful not to cause a
short circuit by allowing metal
objects to contact the battery posts
and the vehicle at the same time.
• To avoid harm to yourself or dam-
age to your vehicle or battery, fol-
low the jump-starting instructions
in “EMERGENCY SERVICE” sec-
tion if it is necessary to jump-start
your vehicle.
• Diluted sulfuric acid spilled from
battery can cause blindness or
severe burns. Use proper eye pro-
tection and gloves. Flush eyes or
body with ample water and get
medical care immediately if suf-
fered. Keep batteries out of reach
of children.
EXAMPLE
(1)
EXAMPLE

EMERGENCY SERVICE
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60G411
EMERGENCY SERVICE
Tire changing tool ............................................................... 8-1
Jacking instructions ........................................................... 8-1
Flat tire repair kit (if equipped) .......................................... 8-5
Jump-starting instructions ................................................. 8-8
Towing .................................................................................. 8-10
Engine trouble: Starter does not operate ......................... 8-11
Engine trouble: Flooded engine ........................................ 8-11
Engine trouble: Overheating .............................................. 8-12

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Tire changing tool
61MM0B100
(1) Jack
(2) Wheel brace
(3) Jack handle
The tire changing tools are stowed in the
luggage compartment.
Refer to “LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT” in
“ILLUSTRATED TABLE OF CONTENTS”
section.
80J048
To remove the spare tire (if equipped), turn
its bolt (1) counterclockwise and remove it.
Jacking instructions
75F062
1) Place the vehicle on level, hard ground.
2) Set the parking brake firmly and shift
into “R” (Reverse).
EXAMPLE
(3)
(2)
(1)
WA R N I N G
After using the tire changing tools,
stow them securely or they can
cause injury if an accident occurs.
CAUTION
The jack should be used only to
change wheels. It is important to read
the jacking instructions in this sec-
tion before attempting to use the
jack.
(1)
WA R N I N G
• Shift into “R” (Reverse) when you
jack up the vehicle.
• Never jack up the vehicle with the
transaxle in “N” (Neutral). Other-
wise, unstable jack may cause an
accident.

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3) Turn on the hazard warning flasher if
your vehicle is near traffic.
4) Block the front and rear of the wheel
diagonally opposite of the wheel being
lifted.
5) Place the spare wheel near the wheel
being lifted as shown in the illustration
in case the jack slips.
54G25363J100
63J101
6) Position the jack at an angle as shown
in the illustration and raise the jack by
turning the jack handle clockwise until
the jack-head groove fits around the
jacking bar beneath the vehicle body.7) Continue to raise the jack slowly and
smoothly until the tire clears the
ground. Do not raise the vehicle more
than necessary.
WA R N I N G
• Use the jack only to change wheels
on level, hard ground.
• Never jack up the vehicle on an
inclined surface.
• Never raise the vehicle with the
jack in a location other than the
specified jacking point (shown in
the illustration) near the wheel to
be changed.
• Check that the jack is raised at
least 25 mm (1 inch) before it con-
tacts the flange. Use of the jack
when it is within 25 mm (1 inch) of
being fully collapsed may result in
failure of the jack.
• Never get under the vehicle when it
is supported by the jack.
• Never run the engine when the
vehicle is supported by the jack
and never allow passengers to
remain in the vehicle.

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Raising vehicle with garage jack
• Apply the garage jack to one of the
points indicated below.
• Always support the raised vehicle with
jack stands (commercially available) at
the points indicated below.Front jacking point for garage jack (1)
54P000801
Rear jacking point for garage jack (2)
54P000802
Application point for jack stand (3)
or two-column lift
61MM0B103
(1)
EXAMPLE
(2)
EXAMPLE
(3)(3)
EXAMPLE

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NOTE:
For more details, contact an authorized
SUZUKI dealer.
Changing wheels
To change a wheel, use the following pro-
cedure:
1) Remove the jack, tools and spare
wheel from the vehicle.
2) Loosen, but do not remove the wheel
bolts.
3) Jack up the vehicle (follow the jacking
instructions in this section).4) Remove the wheel bolts and wheel.
61MM0A209
5) Clean any mud or dirt off from the sur-
face of the wheel (1), hub (2), thread
part (3) and surface of the wheel bolts
(4) with a clean cloth. Clean the hub
carefully; it may be hot from driving.
6) Install the new wheel and replace the
wheel bolts with their cone shaped end
facing the wheel. Tighten each bolt
snugly by hand until the wheel is
securely seated on the hub.
81A057
Tightening torque for wheel bolt
85 Nm (8.7 kg-m, 62.7 lb-ft)
7) Lower the jack and fully tighten the
bolts with a wrench in numerical order
as shown in the illustration.
NOTICE
Never apply a garage jack to the
exhaust pipe, side under spoiler (if
equipped), engine undercover or rear
torsion beam.
WA R N I N G
• Shift into “R” (Reverse) when you
jack up the vehicle.
• Never jack up the vehicle with the
transaxle in “N” (Neutral). Other-
wise, unstable jack may cause an
accident.
(2)
(4)
(1)
(3)
WA R N I N G
Use genuine wheel bolts and tighten
them to the specified torque as soon
as possible after changing wheels.
Incorrect wheel bolts or improperly
tightened wheel bolts may come
loose or fall off, which can result in
an accident. If you do not have a
torque wrench, have the wheel bolt
torque checked by an authorized
SUZUKI dealer.

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Full wheel cover (if equipped)
60G309
(1) or (2) Flat end tool
Your vehicle includes two tools, a wheel
brace and a jack crank, one of which has a
flat end.
Use the tool with the flat end to remove the
full wheel cap, as shown above.
54P000803
Install the full wheel cover not to cover or
foul the air valve.
Flat tire repair kit (if equipped)
The flat tire repair kit is stowed in the lug-
gage compartment.
Refer to “LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT” in
“ILLUSTRATED TABLE OF CONTENTS”
section.EXAMPLE
EXAMPLE
WA R N I N G
Failure to follow the instructions in
this section for using the flat tire
repair kit can result in an increased
risk of loss of control and an acci-
dent.
Carefully read and follow the instruc-
tions in this section.

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IMPORTANT
The flat tire repair kit cannot be used in
the following cases. Consult a SUZUKI
dealer or a roadside assistance service.
• Cuts or piercing in the tire tread
larger than approx. 4 mm.
• Cuts in the tire side wall.
• Tire damage caused by driving with
considerably reduced tire pressure or
even with deflated tire.
• The tire bead completely unseated
outside of the rim.
• The rim damaged.
Small punctures in the tire tread,
caused by a nail or a screw, can be
sealed with the flat tire repair kit.
Do not remove nails or screws from the
tire during an emergency repair.Flat tire repair kit contents
61MM0A090
(1) Air compressor
(2) Sealant bottle
(3) Speed restriction sticker
(with air compressor)
(4) Air hose
(5) Power plug
(1)(4) (5)
(3)(2)(3)
EXAMPLE
WA R N I N G
Flat tire repair kit sealant is harmful if
swallowed, or if it comes in contact
with skin or eyes. If swallowed, do
not induce vomiting. Give plenty of
water (if possible charcoal slurry)
and seek medical attention immedi-
ately. If sealant gets in eyes, flush
eyes with water and seek medical
attention. Wash thoroughly after han-
dling. Solution can be poisonous to
animals. Keep out of the reach of
children and animals.
NOTICE
Replace the sealant before expiry
date indicated on the label of the
sealant bottle. To purchase new seal-
ant, see your SUZUKI dealer.