power steering SUZUKI GRAND VITARA 2022 Owners Manual

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BEFORE DRIVING
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Low fuel warning light
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If this light comes on, fill the fuel tank
immediately.
When this light comes on, a ding sounds
once to remind you to fill the fuel.
If you do not fill the fuel, a ding sounds
every time when the ignition switch is
turned to “ON” position or the engine
switch is pressed to change the ignition
mode to “ON”.
NOTE:
The activation point of this light varies
depending on road conditions (for exam-
ple, slope or curve) and driving conditions
because of fuel moving in the tank.
Electric power steering light
79J039
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. When the engine is started, the
light goes out.
If this light comes on while driving, the
power steering system may not work prop-
erly. Have the system inspected by your
SUZUKI dealer.
NOTE:
The following steering wheel operations
may gradually take more effort while park-
ing or driving at a very low speed. This is
not a malfunction of the steering system,
but the power steering control system lim-
its the power assist in order to prevent it
from overheating.
• The steering wheel is operated very
often.
• The steering wheel is kept in a fully
turned position for a long while.
When the power steering control system
cools down, the power steering system will
return to its original condition.However, repeating these operations could
cause damage to the power steering sys-
tem.
NOTE:
If the power steering system does not work
properly, it will require greater effort to
steer, but you still will be able to steer.
NOTE:
If the steering is operated, you may hear
noise caused by electric power steering
operation. This is normal and indicates that
the power steering system works properly.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
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Brake assist system
When you slam the brakes on, the brake
assist system determines it to be an emer-
gency stop and provides more powerful
braking for a driver who cannot hold down
the brake pedal firmly.
NOTE:
If you quickly and forcefully depress the
brakes, you may hear a clicking sound in
the brake pedal. This is normal and indi-
cates that the brake assist system is acti-
vated properly.
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
ABS will help you avoid skidding by elec-
tronically controlling braking pressure. It
will also help you maintain steering control
when braking on slippery surfaces or when
braking hard.
The ABS works automatically, so you do
not need any special braking technique.
Just push the brake pedal down without
pumping. The ABS will operate wheneverit senses that the wheels are locking up.
You may feel the brake pedal move a little
while the ABS is operating.
NOTE:
The ABS will not work if vehicle speed is
under about 9 km/h (6 mph).63J081
(1) ABS warning light
(2) Brake system warning light
WA R N I N G
Even without reserve power in the
brake system, you can still stop the
vehicle by pressing the brake pedal
harder than normally required. How-
ever, the stopping distance may be
longer.
WA R N I N G
• On some types of loose surfaces
(such as gravel, snow-covered
roads, etc.), the stopping distance
required for a vehicle with ABS
may be slightly greater than the
one required for a comparable vehi-
cle with a conventional brake sys-
tem. With a conventional brake
system, skidding tires are able to
plow the gravel or snow layer,
shortening the stopping distance.
ABS minimizes this resistance
effect. Allow for extra stopping dis-
tance when driving on loose sur-
faces.
• On regular paved roads, some driv-
ers may be able to obtain slightly
shorter stopping distances with
conventional brake systems than
with ABS.
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WA R N I N G
(Continued)
• In both of the above conditions,
ABS will still offer the advantage of
helping you maintain directional
control. However, remember that
ABS will not compensate for bad
road or weather conditions or poor
driver judgment. Use good judg-
ment and do not drive too fast.
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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
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The ESP® has the following three sys-
tems:
Stability control system
The vehicle stability control system helps
provide integrated control of systems such
as anti-lock brakes, traction control, engine
control, etc. This system automatically
controls the brakes and engine to help pre-
vent the vehicle from skidding when cor-
nering on a slippery road surface or when
turning the steering wheel abruptly.
Traction control system
The traction control system automatically
helps prevent the spinning of wheels when
the vehicle is started or accelerated on
slippery road surfaces. The system oper-
ates only if it senses that some of the
wheels are spinning or beginning to lose
traction. When this happens, the system
operates the front or rear brakes and
reduces engine power to limit wheel spin.
NOTE:
You may hear a clunking sound when you
start the engine or after the vehicle begins
to move. This means that the above sys-
tems are in the self-check mode. This
sound does not indicate a malfunction.
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
ABS will help you avoid skidding by elec-
tronically controlling braking pressure. It
will also help you maintain steering control
when braking on slippery surfaces or when
braking hard. The ABS works automati-
cally, so you do not have to use any spe-
cial braking technique. Just push the brake
pedal down without pumping. The ABS will
operate whenever it senses that wheels
are locking up. You may feel the brake
pedal pulsate while the ABS is operating.
(For more information on ABS, see “Brak-
ing” in this section.)
NOTE:
If the ABS system is activated, you may
hear a clunking noise and/or feel pulsating
in the brake pedal. This is normal and indi-
cates that the brake fluid pressure is being
controlled properly.WA R N I N G
• The ESP® may not work properly if
tires or wheels other than those
specified in the owner’s manual are
used. When replacing tires or
wheels, use only the size and type
specified in this owner’s manual.
• The ESP
® may not work properly if
tires are not inflated to the recom-
mended tire inflation pressure.
• The ESP
® may not work properly if
tires are fitted with tire chains.
• The ESP
® may not work properly if
the tires are excessively worn.
Replace tires when the tread wear
indicators in the grooves appear on
the tread surface.
• The ESP
® is not a substitute for
winter tires or tire chains on a
snow-covered road.
WA R N I N G
• The ESP® may not work properly if
engine related parts such as the
muffler are not equivalent to stan-
dard equipment or are extremely
deteriorated.
• Do not modify the vehicle’s sus-
pension since the ESP
® may not
work properly.

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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
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NOTE:
If any of the following conditions occur,
there may be a problem with the hill
descent control system or the ESP
® sys-
tem. Have your vehicle inspected by an
authorized SUZUKI dealer.
• The hill descent control indicator does
not come on or blink when you push the
hill descent control switch.
• The hill descent control indicator stays
on when driving without pushing the hill
descent control switch.
61MM0A179
If the message shown in the above illustra-
tion appears on the information display,
there may be a problem with the hill
descent control system and the hill hold
control system. Have your vehicle
inspected by an authorized SUZUKI
dealer.
NOTE:
You cannot activate the hill descent control
system while this message is displayed.
Hill hold control system (if equipped)
The hill hold control system is designed to
assist you in starting to move up steep or
slippery hills. When you start to move up a
hill, the system helps to prevent the vehicle
from rolling downward (for approximately 2
seconds) while you move your foot from
the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal.
The hill hold control system activates for a
maximum of about 2 seconds if your foot is
moved from the brake pedal when the fol-
lowing conditions are all met.
1) The gearshift lever is in a forward gear
or reverse gear.
2) The parking brake is released.
3) The clutch pedal is depressed.
4) The vehicle is on an upward incline.
NOTE:
You may hear a sound coming from the
engine when the hill hold control system is
activated. This sound is normal and does
not indicate a malfunction.
WA R N I N G
• Do not rely excessively on the hill
hold control system. The hill hold
control system may not prevent the
vehicle from rolling downward on a
hill under all load or road condi-
tions. Always be prepared to
depress the brake pedal to prevent
the vehicle from rolling downward.
Failure to pay attention and
depress the brake pedal to hold the
vehicle on a hill when necessary,
may result in loss of control or an
accident.
• The hill hold control system is not
designed to stop the vehicle on a
hill.
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WA R N I N G
(Continued)
• After you release your foot from the
brake pedal, accelerate the vehicle
to move up immediately. If you
release your foot from the brake
pedal over 2 seconds, the hill hold
control system will be canceled. If
so, the vehicle may roll downward,
which can result in an accident
depending on the degree of slope.
And, the engine may stall and the
power assist for the steering and
brakes will not work so steering
and braking will be much harder
than usual which can result in an
accident or vehicle damage.

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DRIVING TIPS
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Keep the air cleaner clean
60A183S
If the air cleaner is clogged with dust, there
will be greater intake resistance, resulting
in decreased power output and increased
fuel consumption.
Keep weight to a minimum
The heavier the load is, the more fuel the
vehicle consumes. Unload any unneces-
sary luggage or cargo.
Keep tire pressures correct
Under-inflation of the tires can waste fuel
due to increased running resistance of the
tires. Keep your tires inflated to the correct
pressure shown on the label on the driver’s
side door or the driver’s door lock pillar.
Highway driving
When driving at highway speeds, pay
attention to the following:
• Stopping distance progressively
increases with vehicle speed. Apply the
brakes far enough ahead of the stopping
point to allow for the extra stopping dis-
tance.
• On rainy days, hydroplaning can occur.
Hydroplaning is the loss of direct contact
between the road surface and the vehi-
cle’s tires due to a water film forming
between them. Steering or braking the
vehicle during hydroplaning can be very
difficult, and loss of control can occur.
Keep speed down when the road sur-
face is wet.
• At high speeds, the vehicle may be
affected by side winds. Therefore,
reduce speed and be prepared for unex-
pected buffeting, which can occur at the
exits of tunnels, when passing by a cut
of a hill, or when being overtaken by
large vehicles, etc.
Driving on hills
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• When climbing steep hills, the vehicle
may begin to slow down and show a lack
of power. If this happens, you should
shift to a lower gear so that the engine
will again be operating in its normal
power range. Shift rapidly to prevent the
vehicle from losing momentum.
• When driving down a hill, the engine
should be used for braking by shifting to
the next lower gear.
EXAMPLE

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
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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)”.
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, whichever comes first.
miles (×1000)367.515304590km (×1000)51012.5255075150months367.515304590
Engine and powertrain
Drive belt Inspect for damageI
Engine oil and oil filter NormalR
SevereR
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 Nickel plug
R
Air cleaner filter element *1 NormalRSevereIRBrake
Brake fluid Fluid level checkI
Brake pedal stroke CheckI
Parking brake
lever and cableLever movement check First time only NormalI
Second time and after NormalI
First time only
SevereI
Second time and afterSevereIChassis, body and others
Clutch Pedal and fluid levelI
Tires (including tire rotation) NormalI
SevereI
All latches, hinges and locks NormalISevereI
Steering system Steering wheel movement NormalISevereI

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
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Drive belt
Check that the drive belt tension is correct.
If the belt is too loose, insufficient battery
charging, engine overheating, poor power
steering, poor air conditioning, or exces-
sive belt wear can result. When you press
the belt with your thumb midway between
the pulleys, there should be a deflection
according to the following chart.
The belts should also be examined to
ensure that they are not damaged.
If you need to replace or adjust the belt
have it done by your SUZUKI dealer.(For gasoline engine model)
61MS2A003
Drive belt deflection (100 N (10 kg, 22
lbs) press)
(a) 6.5 - 7.9 mm (0.26 - 0.31 in.)
(b) 4.8 - 6.2 mm (0.19 - 0.24 in.)
(c) 7 - 8 mm (0.28 - 0.31 in.)
(For diesel engine model)
The drive belts tension is adjusted auto-
matically.
Engine oil and filter
Specified oil
(For gasoline engine model)
68LM20702
(1) Preferred
Check that the engine oil you use comes
under the quality classification as listed
below:
• ACEA A1/B1, A3/B3, A3/B4, A5/B5
• API SL, SM, SN
• ILSAC GF-3, GF-4, GF-5
Select the appropriate oil viscosity accord-
ing to the above chart.
WA R N I N G
When the engine is running, keep
hands, hair, clothing, tools, etc. away
from the moving fan and drive belts.
(1) Front (2) Rear
(3) Generator (4) Water pump
(5) Air conditioner compressor
(6) Idler pulley
(3)(b)(4)
(1) (2)
(a)
(c)(5)
(6)
C
Fo o-30
-22-20
10W-40
-4-10
14 32 50 68 86 104010203040
10W-30(1)
0W-20
5W-30

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
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NOTE:
Check that the fuse box always carries
spare fuses.
Fuses under dashboard
54P000708
61MM0B071
NOTE:
To approach the fuses, remove the screws
and remove the cover (1).
68LM701
WA R N I N G
If the main fuse or a primary fuse
blows, 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
repair, or extensive electrical damage
and a fire can result.
EXAMPLE
BLOWNOK
EXAMPLE
(1)
PRIMARY FUSE
(1) 30 A Seat belt
(2) 20 A Power window timer
(3) 15 A Steering lock
(4) 20 A Rear defogger
(5) 20 A Sunroof
(6) 10 A DRL
(7) 10 A Heated mirror
(8) 7.5 A Starting signal
(9) 15 A Accessory socket 2
(10) 30 A Power window
(11) 10 A Hazard
(1)
(12)(10)
(13)
(36) (2) (3)
(4)
(5)(6)
(7) (8)(9)
(11) (14) (15)
(16) (17) (18) (19) (20) (21) (22)
(23) (24) (25) (26) (27) (28) (29)
(30) (31) (32) (33) (34) (35)

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INDEX
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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