parking brake SUZUKI GRAND VITARA 2022 User Guide

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Starting a cold and warm engine
(For gasoline engine model)
With your foot taken off the accelerator
pedal, crank the engine by turning the igni-
tion key to “START”. Release the key when
the engine starts.
If the engine does not start after 12 sec-
onds of cranking, wait about 15 seconds,
and then press down the accelerator pedal
to 1/3 full of capacity and try cranking the
engine again. Release the key and accel-
erator pedal when the engine starts.
If the engine still does not start, try holding
the accelerator pedal all the way to the
floor while cranking. This should clear the
engine if it is flooded.(For diesel engine model)
Cold engine
Turn the ignition switch to “ON” position
and wait until the glow plug indicator goes
out if it comes on. Crank the engine by
turning the ignition key to “START”.
Release the key when the engine starts.
Warm engine
Crank the engine by turning the ignition
key to “START”. Release the key when the
engine starts.
Caution when stopping the engine with
turbocharger
When stopping the engine after climbing or
high speed driving, let the engine idle for
about one minute or more (if it is not pro-
hibited) to cool down the turbocharger and
engine oil. This is to prevent the engine oil
from over-deteriorating. Deteriorated
engine oil will damage the bearings of the
turbocharger.
WA R N I N G
Check that the parking brake is set
fully and the transaxle is in Neutral
before attempting to start the engine.
NOTICE
• Stop turning the starter immedi-
ately after the engine has started or
the starter system can be damaged.
• Do not crank the engine for more
than 12 seconds at a time. If the
engine does not start on the first
try, wait about 15 seconds before
trying again.
NOTICE
• Stop turning the starter immedi-
ately after the engine has started or
the starter system can be damaged.
• Do not crank the engine for more
than 30 seconds at a time. If the
engine does not start on the first
try, wait about 15 seconds before
trying again.

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Restarting diesel engine after fuel-
empty stop
If the engine stops and the low fuel warn-
ing light and the malfunction indicator light
come on, use the following procedure:
1) Fill the fuel tank.
2) Hold the ignition key in “ON” position for
5-10 seconds to feed fuel.
3) Perform above engine starting proce-
dure.
If the malfunction indicator light still comes
on after the engine started, there may be
some problem with the engine. Ask your
SUZUKI dealer to have the engine
inspected.Starting engine
(vehicle with keyless push
start system)
Before starting engine
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1) Check that the parking brake is set fully.
2) Shift to “N” (Neutral) and fully depress
the clutch pedal. Hold the clutch and
brake pedals fully depressed.
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3) The “PUSH START SWITCH” message
will appear on the information display in
the instrument cluster. Push the engine
switch (1). When the engine is started,
the starter motor will automatically stop.
WA R N I N G
Check that the parking brake is set
fully and the transaxle is in Neutral
before attempting to start the engine.
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(For diesel engine model)
Cold engine
Depress the clutch and brake pedals fully
and press the engine switch to crank the
engine. If the glow plug indicator light
comes on, the engine will start automati-
cally after the glow plug indicator light goes
off up to 10 seconds afterward.
Warm engine
Crank the engine by pressing the engine
switch to change the ignition mode to
“START”.
Caution when stopping the engine with
turbocharger
When stopping the engine after climbing or
high speed driving, let the engine idle for
about one minute or more (if it is not pro-
hibited) to cool down the turbocharger and
engine oil. This is to prevent the engine oil
from over-deteriorating. Deteriorated
engine oil will damage the bearings of the
turbocharger.Restarting diesel engine after fuel-
empty stop
If the engine stops and the low fuel warn-
ing light and the malfunction indicator light
come on, use the following procedure:
1) Fill the fuel tank.
2) Press the engine switch to change the
ignition mode to “ON” for 5-10 seconds
to feed fuel.
3) Perform the above engine starting pro-
cedure to start the engine.
If the malfunction indicator light still comes
on after the engine started, there may be
some problem with the engine. Ask your
SUZUKI dealer to have the engine
inspected.
If the master warning indicator light
blinks and the engine cannot be started
Your keyless push start system remote
controller may not be sensed as being
within the interior workable area. Try again
after checking that you have the remote
controller with you. If the engine still can-
not be started, the battery of the remote
controller may be discharged. To start the
engine, use the following method:
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1) Check that the parking brake is set fully.
2) Shift to “N” (Neutral) and fully depress
the clutch pedal. Hold the clutch and
brake pedals fully depressed.
3) “PUSH START SWITCH.” message will
appear on the information display in the
instrument cluster. Press the engine
switch (1).
4) The master warning indicator light in
the instrument cluster blinks within
about 10 seconds. Touch the engine
switch with “LOCK” button of remote
controller (2) for about 2 seconds.
NOTICE
Do not crank the engine for more
than 30 seconds at a time.
If the engine does not start on the
first try, wait about 15 seconds before
trying again.
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3) When the engine oil level exceeds the
MAX level on the dipstick, consult your
SUZUKI dealer.Using transaxle
Manual transaxle
5MT model
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6MT model
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Starting off
To start off, depress the clutch pedal all the
way to the floor and shift into 1st gear.
After releasing the parking brake, gradually
release the clutch. When you hear a
change in the engine’s sound, slowly press
the accelerator while continuing to gradu-
ally release the clutch.
Shifting
All forward gears are synchronized and
provide quiet and easy shifting. Always
depress the clutch pedal all the way to the
floor before shifting gears. Keep the
engine speed from rising into the red zone
of the tachometer.
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To deactivate ENG A-STOP system
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Push “ENG A-STOP OFF” switch. “ENG
A-STOP OFF” light will come on.
“ENG A-STOP OFF” light
If “ENG A-STOP OFF” light blinks when
driving, there may be something wrong
with the ENG A-STOP system. You should
have the system inspected by an autho-
rized SUZUKI dealer. For details, refer to
“Warning and indicator lights” in “BEFORE
DRIVING” section.
Adaptive cruise control
system (if equipped)
The adaptive cruise control system allows
you to maintain a steady speed without
keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal.
You can use the adaptive cruise control
system under the following conditions:
• Driver’s seat belt is fastened.
• Open door warning light is off.
• Parking brake is completely released.
• Speed limiter is not used.
• The gear position is in 3rd, 4th, 5th or
6th (if equipped).
• The vehicle speed is about 40 km/h (25
mph) or higher.
• ESP
® OFF switch is not pushed and the
system is not turned off.The adaptive cruise control system has the
following four controls.
(1) Constant-speed control
(There is no vehicle ahead)
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Your vehicle cruises at the set speed.
• The vehicle speed can be set between
40 km/h (25 mph) to 160 km/h (100
mph).
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WA R N I N G
Deceleration control by the adaptive
cruise control system is limited.
Therefore, you are requested to pay
enough attention for safety driving,
by checking the surrounding traffic
always and operating brake pedal
and/or accelerator pedal as neces-
sary.
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NOTE:
• You can adjust the set speed by 1 km/h
(or 1 mph) by pushing “RES +” switch (4)
or “SET –” switch (5) quickly.
• You can adjust the set speed by 5 km/h
(or 5 mph) by pushing and holding “RES
+” switch (4) or “SET –” switch (5).
• While deceleration control or following
control is activated, the vehicle is not
accelerated even though resetting to
higher cruising speed by continuous
pushing “RES +” switch (4) is operated.
However, if the vehicle ahead disap-
pears, the vehicle is accelerated auto-
matically to the set speed.Cancelling adaptive cruise control
“SET” indicator (8) will disappear and the
adaptive cruise control system will be can-
celed temporarily under the following con-
ditions:
• When “CANCEL” switch (3) is pushed
• When brake pedal is depressed
• When clutch pedal is continuously
depressed
• When vehicle speed falls below about 40
km/h (25 mph)
• When a vehicle skids and ESP
® is acti-
vated
• When radar sensor cover is covered in
snow, water or dirt
• When engine speed is too high or too
low
• When gear position is changed to “N”
(Neutral)
• When gear position is changed to 1st or
2nd
• When driver’s door is open
• When driver’s seat belt is unfastened
• When parking brake is applied
• When “LIMIT” switch is pressed
• When ESP
® OFF switch is pressedTo resume the previously set speed, push
“RES +” switch (4) and show “SET” indica-
tor (8). The vehicle speed must be above
about 40 km/h (25 mph) when the vehicle
is not under the above conditions.
To turn off the adaptive cruise control sys-
tem, push “CRUISE” switch (2) and check
that the cruise indicator (7) disappears.
Also, if any warning indication or message
related to the adaptive cruise control sys-
tem is displayed on the instrument cluster,
the adaptive cruise control system will be
turned off.
NOTE:
If you turn off the adaptive cruise control
system, the previously set speed in the
memory is cleared. Reset your cruising
speed again.

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Brake assist system
When you are operating at a speed of
approximately 5 km/h (3 mph) or over and
there is a high probability of a frontal crash,
the brake assist system provides more
powerful braking when you slam down on
the brake pedal.
• While the brake assist system is work-
ing, the radar brake support system
warning light (1) will blink rapidly, and the
indication (2) will appear.
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Automatic brake system
When a frontal crash is judged to be
unavoidable at speeds between approxi-
mately 5 km/h to 30 km/h (3 mph to 9 mph),
the brakes will powerfully operate automati-
cally and will attempt to avoid the crash or
reduce the damage of the crash.
• When the automatic brake system is acti-
vated at a speed of approximately 15 km/h
(9 mph) or under, crashes may be avoid-
able.
• While the automatic brake system is
working, the radar brake support system
warning light (1) will blink rapidly, the
indication (2) will appear, and the brake
lights will be turned on.
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Radar brake support OFF switch
You can turn off the radar brake support
system.
• In the following situations, push and hold
the radar brake support OFF switch as
unexpected dangers may be possible if it
is activated.
– When the vehicle is placed upon a tes-
ter such as when undergoing a vehicle
inspection
– When the vehicle is being towed
– When the vehicle is being carried on a
car carrier
– When the vehicle is being carried on a
ferry
– When the vehicle is being operated on
a race track
– When the vehicle is placed upon a car
elevator or placed in a mechanical
parking lot
– With a spare tire or tire chains
equipped
– When you have a temporarily repaired
flat tire
– When you have an accident or break-
down
– When the vehicle is used to tow a
trailer
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If dirt is detected on the radar sensor
cover, the radar brake support system will
stop functioning and the radar brake sup-
port system warning light (3) will come on,
and “RADAR BRAKE SUPPORT: NOT
ACTIVE BY SENSOR.” message (4) will
appear.
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NOTE:
The system may not function properly if
there is any snow or water on the radar
sensor cover.
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WA R N I N G
• Always keep the sensor cover sur-
face clean. When it is dirty, wipe it
down with a soft cloth that will not
scratch the cover. Also, when the
following things are covering or
attached to the sensor cover, they
will be detected as dirt and the
radar will either take more time to
detect things or it will not detect
things at all. If this happens, the
system will not function normally
and unexpected accidents may
occur.
– Plastic bags (transparent, semi-
transparent, colored or metal-
coated)
– Rain, snow, etc.
• Observe the following instructions
in order to keep the radar sensor
functioning properly. If mishandled,
the radar sensor cannot accurately
detect a vehicle in front of you, the
system will not function properly
and unexpected accidents may
occur.
– Do not strike the radar sensor
forcefully. If there is a minor
crash and the radar sensor is
damaged or hindered, have it
inspected by an authorized
SUZUKI dealer.
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– Do not stick or affix anything to
the sensor cover, not even clear
items.
– Do not do any customizing, coat-
ing or applying of non-genuine
SUZUKI parts to the radiator grill
or front bumper. For repairs and
parts replacement, contact an
authorized SUZUKI dealer.
– Do not remove or disassemble
the radar sensor or any sur-
rounding parts.
– Do not sit on or lean against the
front bumper.
– When using a high pressure car
washer, do not point the nozzle
at, or around, the sensor cover.
– Do not push other vehicle or
objects with the front bumper
when you pull out of a parking
area.

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Working sensors
The sensors work depending on the gearshift lever position and parking brake lever posi-
tion as follows:
Gearshift lever position R N, 1st – 5th or 6th Parking brake lever
Front sensors
(if equipped)Center Off On Release
Corner On On No relation
Rear sensorsCenter On Off No relation
Corner On Off No relationApproximate areas where obstacles can
be detected
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• An obstacle within about 20 cm (8 in)
from a sensor or just below a sensor is
not detectable.
• The sensors can detect an obstacle up
to about 1 m (3 ft) from the front of the
vehicle, or about 1.5 m (5 ft) from the
rear of vehicle.
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The ESP® indicator lights are described
below:
ESP® warning light
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This light blinks 5 times per second when
one of the following systems is activated.
• Stability control system
• Traction control system
• Hill descent control system (if equipped)
If this light blinks, drive carefully.
When the ignition switch is turned to “ON”
position, or the engine switch is pressed to
change the ignition mode to “ON”, this light
comes on briefly so you can check that the
light is working.NOTE:
When the ESP
® warning light comes on
and stays on while driving, indicating a
malfunction of the ESP
® systems (other
than ABS), the brake system will function
as an ordinary ABS with no additional
ESP
® functions.
ESP® OFF indicator light
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You should turn the ESP® on during your
ordinary driving, so that you have the ben-
efits of all of the ESP
® systems.
It may be required to turn the ESP
® sys-
tems (other than ABS) off if your vehicle is
stuck in sand, mud, or snow, where wheel
spin is necessary.
ESP® OFF switch
Models without parking sensors
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(1) ESP® OFF switch
NOTICE
If the ESP® warning light comes on
and stays on while driving, there may
be a malfunction of the ESP
® sys-
tems (other than ABS). You should
have the systems inspected by an
authorized SUZUKI dealer.
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