SUZUKI GRAND VITARA 2022 Service Manual

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Pinching prevention function
The driver’s window is equipped with a
pinching prevention function. This function
detects a foreign object that is caught in
the window as it is being closed by AUTO-
UP feature, which allows you to close the
window without holding the window switch
in UP position, and stops the window from
closing to prevent damage.
NOTE:
Even if you cannot close the window by the
AUTO-UP feature because there may be
something wrong with the pinching preven-
tion function, you can close the window by
holding the window switch in UP position.
If you drive in extreme off-road condition,
the pinching prevention function may oper-
ate accidentally because the window
reacts to vehicle jolting.
Pinching prevention function initializa-
tion
When you disconnect and reconnect the
battery or replace the fuse, the function will
be deactivated. In this condition, the
AUTO-DOWN feature will be deactivated,
while the AUTO-UP feature may remain
activated. The pinching prevention function
needs to be initialized.To initialize the pinching prevention func-
tion, use the following procedure:
1) Turn the ignition switch to “ON” position
or press the engine switch to change
the ignition mode to “ON”.
2) Open the driver’s window fully by hold-
ing the window switch in DOWN posi-
tion.
3) Close the driver’s window by holding
the switch in UP position, and keep
holding the switch for 2 seconds after
the window is fully closed.
4) Check the driver’s window to see if the
AUTO-DOWN/UP feature works.
If the AUTO-DOWN/UP feature will not
work after initialization, there might be
something wrong with the pinching preven-
tion function. Have your vehicle inspected
by an authorized SUZUKI dealer.
WA R N I N G
To avoid injuring an occupant by win-
dow entrapment, check that no part
of the occupant’s body such as
hands or head is in the path of the
electric window when closing it.
This function may not detect an
object due to the size, hardness, or
position of the object being caught in
the closing window.
CAUTION
• The pinching prevention function
does not operate while you are
holding the window switch in UP
position.
• The pinching prevention function
may not detect an object caught in
the window just before the window
is fully closed.
WA R N I N G
Whenever you disconnect and recon-
nect the battery or replace the fuse,
the pinching prevention function
needs to be initialized.
The pinching prevention function will
not be activated until the initialization
is completed.

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Mirrors
Inside rearview mirror
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(2) Day driving
(3) Night driving
You can adjust the inside rearview mirror
by hand to see the rear of your vehicle in
the mirror. To adjust the mirror, set the
selector tab (1) to the day position, and
then move the mirror up, down or sideways
by hand to obtain the best view.When driving at night, you can move the
selector tab to the night position to reduce
glare from the headlights of vehicles
behind you.
Outside rearview mirrors
Adjust the outside rearview mirrors so you
can just see the side of your vehicle in the
mirrors.
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The switch to control the electric mirrors is
located on the driver’s door panel. You can
adjust the mirrors when the ignition switch
is in “ACC” or “ON” position, or the ignition
mode is “ACC” or “ON”. To adjust the mir-
rors:
(1)
(2) (3)
WA R N I N G
• Always adjust the mirror with the
selector set to the day position.
• Only use the night position if it is
necessary to reduce glare from the
headlights of vehicles behind you.
Be aware that in this position you
may not be able to see some
objects that could be seen in the
day position.WA R N I N G
Be careful when judging the size or
distance of a vehicle or other object
seen in the side convex mirror. Be
aware that objects look smaller and
appear farther away than when seen
in a flat mirror.
(2)
(3) (1)
(1)
(3) (2)
(4) (4)
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1) Move the selector switch to the left or
right to select the mirror you wish to
adjust.
2) Press the outer part of the switch that
corresponds to the direction in which
you wish to move the mirror.
3) Return the selector switch to the center
position to help prevent unintended
adjustment.
NOTE:
If your vehicle is equipped with the heated
outside rearview mirrors, refer to “Heated
rear window switch / heated outside rear-
view mirror switch (if equipped)” in this
section.Outside rearview mirror folding switch (if equipped)
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You can fold the mirrors when you park the
vehicle in a narrow space. When the igni-
tion switch is in “ACC” or “ON” position, or
the ignition mode is “ACC” or “ON”, push
the folding switch (1) to fold and unfold the
mirrors. Check that the mirrors are com-
pletely unfolded before you start driving.
Front seats
Seat adjustment
CAUTION
Moving mirrors can pinch and injure
a hand. Do not allow anyone’s hand
to get near the mirrors when folding
and unfolding the mirrors.
(1)
EXAMPLE
WA R N I N G
Never attempt to adjust the driver’s
seat or seatback while driving. The
seat or seatback could move unex-
pectedly, causing loss of control.
Check that the driver’s seat and seat-
back are properly adjusted before
you start driving.
WA R N I N G
To avoid excessive seat belt slack,
which reduces the effectiveness of
the seat belts as a safety device,
check that the seats are adjusted
before the seat belts are fastened.
WA R N I N G
All seatbacks should always be in an
upright position when driving, or seat
belt effectiveness may be reduced.
Seat belts are designed to offer maxi-
mum protection when seatbacks are
in the upright position.

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61MM0A005
EXAMPLE
(1)(2)
(3)
Seat position adjustment lever (1)
Pull the lever up and slide the seat.
Seatback angle adjustment lever (2)
Pull the lever up and move the seatback.
Seat height adjustment lever (3) (if
equipped)
Pull the lever up to raise the seat. Push the
lever down to lower the seat.
After adjustment, move the seat and seat-
back forward and backward to check that it
is securely latched.

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Head restraints
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Head restraints are designed to help
reduce the risk of neck injuries in the case
of an accident. Adjust the head restraint to
the position which places the center of the
head restraint closest to the top of your
ears. If this is not possible for very tall pas-
sengers, adjust the head restraint as high
as possible.NOTE:
It may be necessary to recline the seat-
back to provide enough overhead clear-
ance to remove the head restraint.
Front
61MM0A032
To raise the front head restraint, pull
upward the restraint until it clicks. To lower
the restraint, push down the restraint while
holding in the lock lever. If a head restraint
must be removed (for cleaning, replace-
ment, etc.), push in the lock lever and pull
the head restraint all the way out.
Front seat heater (if equipped)
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(1) Left seat heater switch
(2) Right seat heater switch
(3) “LO” side
(4) “HI” side
When the ignition switch is in “ON” position
or the ignition mode is “ON”, push one or
both of the seat heater switch(es) to warm
the corresponding seat(s).
• When a seat heater switch is pushed,
the heater inside the corresponding seat
operates.
WA R N I N G
• Never drive the vehicle with the
head restraints removed.
• Do not attempt to adjust the head
restraint while driving.
EXAMPLE
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• To select the low heat range, push “LO”
side (3) of the switch. The low side indi-
cator light will illuminate when the heater
is on.
• To select the high heat range, push “HI”
side (4) of the switch. The high side indi-
cator light will illuminate when the heater
is on.
• To turn off the heater, return the switch to
the level position. Check that the indica-
tor light goes off.
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Rear seats
Seat adjustment
WA R N I N G
Improperly using the seat heater can
be hazardous. An occupant can suf-
fer burns even if the heating tempera-
ture is fairly low, if the occupant
wears thin pants, a thin skirt or
shorts and leaves the heater on for
long periods.
Avoid using the seat heater for these
occupants:
• People who have reduced feeling in
their legs, including the elderly or
those with certain disabilities.
• Small children or anyone with sen-
sitive skin.
• People who are asleep or under the
influence of alcohol or other drugs
which make them tired.
NOTICE
To avoid damaging the heater ele-
ment:
• Do not subject the front seats to
heavy impacts, such as children
jumping on them.
• Do not cover the seat with any
insulating materials such as blan-
kets or cushions.
WA R N I N G
To avoid excessive seat belt slack,
which reduces the effectiveness of
the seat belts as a safety device,
check that the seats are adjusted
before the seat belts are fastened.
WA R N I N G
All seatbacks should always be in an
upright position when driving, or seat
belt effectiveness may be reduced.
Seat belts are designed to offer maxi-
mum protection when seatbacks are
in the upright position.

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(1)
EXAMPLE
Unlock Lock
Red
Seatback angle adjustment lever (1)
(if equipped)
Pull the lever up and move the seatback.
After adjustment, move the seatback for-
ward and backward to check that it is
securely latched.
CAUTION
After securing the rear seatback,
check that it is locked securely. If it is
not, red button will appear beside the
lever.

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Head restraints
Head restraints are designed to help
reduce the risk of neck injuries in the case
of an accident.
NOTE:
It may be necessary to fold forward the
seatback to provide enough overhead
clearance to remove the head restraint.
Adjust the head restraint to the position
which places the center of the head
restraint closest to the top of your ears. If
this is not possible for very tall passengers,
adjust the head restraint as high as possi-
ble.Rear
61MM0A033
To raise the rear head restraint, pull
upward the restraint until it clicks. To lower
the restraint, push down the restraint while
holding in the lock lever. If a head restraint
must be removed (for cleaning, replace-
ment, etc.), push in the lock lever and pull
the head restraint all the way out.
When installing a child restraint system,
remove the head restraint.
Folding rear seats
The rear seats of your vehicle can be
folded forward to provide additional cargo
space.
To fold the rear seats forward:
1) Lower the head restraint fully.
2) Hook the webbing of rear seat belts on
the belt guide. For details on rear out-
side seat belt guide, refer to “Rear out-
side seat belt guide” in this section.
3) Stow the rear center lap-shoulder belt.
Refer to “Lap-shoulder belt with detach-
able connector” in this section.
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4) Pull the release lever on the top of each
split seat, and fold the seatbacks for-
ward.
WA R N I N G
• Never drive the vehicle with the
head restraints removed.
• Do not attempt to adjust the head
restraint while driving.
EXAMPLE
EXAMPLE

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To return the seat to the normal position,
follow the procedure below.
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Raise the seatback until it locks into place.
After returning the seat, move the seat-
back forward and backward to check that it
is securely latched.
NOTICE
After folding the rear seatback for-
ward, do not allow any foreign mate-
rial to enter the lock opening. This
may cause damage to the inside of
the lock and prevent the seatback
from being locked securely.
WA R N I N G
If you need to carry cargo in the pas-
senger compartment with the rear
seatback folded forward, secure the
cargo or it may be thrown about,
causing injury. Never pile cargo
higher than the seatbacks.
CAUTION
When returning the rear seatback to
the normal position, be careful that
your finger is not caught between the
lock and the striker.
NOTICE
When returning the rear seatback to
the normal position, check that there
is nothing around the striker. Any for-
eign materials prevent the seatback
from being locked securely.
CAUTION
Do not put your hand into the rear
seatback lock opening, or your finger
may get caught and be injured.
CAUTION
After securing the rear seatback,
check that it is locked securely. If it is
not, red button will appear beside the
release lever.
EXAMPLE
Lock
Unlock
Red
NOTICE
• When returning the rear seatback
to the normal position, do not allow
any foreign material to enter the
lock opening. This may prevent the
seatback from being locked
securely.
• When returning the rear seatback
to the normal position, handle it
carefully by hand to avoid any dam-
age to the lock itself. Do not push it
by using some material or by
applying excessive force.
• As the lock is designed exclusively
for securing the rear seatback, do
not use it for any other purpose.
Incorrect use of it may cause dam-
age to the inside of the lock and
prevent the seatback from being
locked securely.

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Seat belts and child restraint
systems
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WA R N I N G
Wear your seat belts at all times.
WA R N I N G
An air bag supplements or adds to
the frontal crash protection offered
by seat belts. The driver and all pas-
sengers must be properly restrained
by fastening seat belts at all times,
whether or not an air bag is mounted
at their seating position, to minimize
the risk of severe injury or death in
the event of a crash.
WA R N I N G
• Never allow persons to ride in the
cargo area of a vehicle. In the event
of an accident, there is a much
greater risk of injury for persons
who are not riding in a seat with
their seat belt securely fastened.
• Seat belts should always be
adjusted as follows:
– the lap portion of the belt should
be worn low across the pelvis,
not across the waist.
– the shoulder straps should be
worn on the outside shoulder
only, and never under the arm.
– the shoulder straps should be
away from your face and neck,
but not falling off your shoulder.
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Above the pelvis
WA R N I N G
(Continued)
• Seat belts should never be worn
with the straps twisted and should
be adjusted as tightly as is com-
fortable to provide the protection
for which they have been designed.
A slack belt will provide less pro-
tection than a snug belt.
• Check that each seat belt buckle is
inserted into the proper buckle
catch. It is possible to cross the
buckles in the rear seat.
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Across the pelvis