brake fluid SUZUKI JIMNY 2018 Owners Manual

BEFORE DRIVING
Brake system warning light
(CD)
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Three different types of operations exist depending on the vehicle's specification.
• The light comes on briefiy when the igni­tion switch is turned "ON". The light comes on when the parking brake is engaged with the ignition switch "ON". The light comes on under either or both of above two conditions.
The light also comes on when the fiuid in the brake fiuid reservoir falls below the specified level.
The light should go out after starting the engine and fully releasing the parking brake, if the fluid level in the brake fiuid reservoir is adequate.
The light also comes on together with the ABS warning light when the rear brake force control function (proportioning valve function) of the ABS system fails. If the brake system warning light comes on while you are driving the vehicle, it may mean that there is something wrong with
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the vehicle's brake system. If this happens:
1) Pull off the road and stop carefully.
A WARNING
Remember that stopping distance may be longer, you may have to push harder on the pedal, and the pedal may go down farther than normal.
2) Test the brakes by carefully starting and stopping the vehicle on the shoul­der of the road. 3) If you determine that it is safe, drive the vehicle cautiously at low speed to the nearest a SUZUKI dealer for repairs or tow the vehicle to the nearest a SUZUKI dealer for repairs.
A WARNING
If any of the following conditions occur, you should immediately ask a SUZUKI dealer to inspect the brake system. If the brake system warning light does not go out after the engine has been started and the parking brake has been fully released. If the brake system warning light does not come on when the igni­tion switch is turned "ON". If the brake system warning light comes on at any time during vehi­cle operation.
NOTE: Because the brake system is self-adjust­ing, the fluid level will drop as the brake pads become worn. Replenishing the brake fluid reservoir is considered normal periodic maintenance.
NOTE: Parking brake reminder buzzer A buzzer sounds intermittently to remind you to release the parking brake if you start the vehicle without releasing the park­ing brake. Check that the parking brake is fully released and the brake system warn­ing light turns off.

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
Daily inspection checklist
Before driving
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1) Check that windows, mirrors, lights and reflectors are clean and unobstructed. 2) Visually check the tyres for the follow-ing points: -the depth of the tread groove -abnormal wear, cracks and damage -loose wheel nuts -existence of foreign material such as nails, stones, etc.
Refer to "Tyres" in "INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE" section for details. 3) Look for fluid and oil leakage.
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NOTE: It is normal for water to drip from the air conditioning system while and after use.
4) Check that the hood is fully closed and latched. 5) Check the headlights, turn signal lights, brake lights and horn for proper opera­tion. 6) Adjust the seat and head restraint. 7) Check the brake pedal and the parking brake lever. 8) Adjust the mirrors. 9) Check that you and all passengers have properly fastened by the seat belts. 1 0)Check that all warning lights come on as the ignition switch is turned to "ON" position. 11 )Check all gauges. 12)Check that the brake system warning light turns off when the parking brake is released.
Once a week, or each time you fill your fuel tank, perform the following under-hood checks:
1) Engine oil level 2) Coolant level 3) Brake fluid level 4) Battery fluid (acid) level 5) Windshield washer fluid level
6) Hood latch operation Pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle. Check that you cannot open . the hood further without releasing the secondary latch. Close the hood securely after checking for proper latch operation. See the item "All latches, hinges and locks" of "Chassis, body and others" in "Maintenance schedule" in "INSPECTION AND MAINTE­NANCE" section for lubrication sched­ule.
A WARNING
Check that the hood is fully closed and latched before driving. If it is not, it can fly up unexpectedly during driving, obstructing your view and resulting in an accident.
Once a month, or each time you fill your fuel tank, check the tyre pressure using a tyre pressure gauge. Also check the tyre pressure of the spare tyre.

Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
ABS will help you avoid skidding by elec­tronically 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 whenever it 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). ff the ABS system is activated, you may hear a clunking noise and/or feel pulsat­ing in the brake pedal. This is normal and indicates that the brake fluid pres­sure is being controlled properly. You may hear an operation sound when you start the engine or after the vehicle begins to move. This means that the above systems are in the self-check mode. This sound does not indicate a malfunction.
A WARNING
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 vehicle with a conventional brake system. With a conventional brake system, skidding tyres are able to plow the gravel or snow layer, shortening the stopping distance. ABS minimizes this resistance effect. Allow for extra stopping dis­tance when driving on loose sur­faces. On regular paved roads, some driv­ers may be able to obtain slightly shorter stopping distances with conventional brake systems than with ABS. 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 judg­ment and do not drive too fast.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
(8) (CD)
(1) (2)
54MN069
(1) ABS warning light (2) Brake system warning light
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Maintenance schedule ........................................................ 6-2
Periodic maintenance schedule
(except for EU countries and Israel) .................................. 6-3
Maintenance recommended under severe driving
conditions (except for EU countries and Israel) .............. 6-8
Periodic maintenance schedule
(for EU countries and Israel) .............................................. 6-13
Maintenance recommended under severe driving
conditions (for EU countries and Israel) ........................... 6-18
Drive belt .............................................................................. 6-23 -
Engine oil and filter ............................................................. 6-23
Engine coolant .................................................................... 6-28
Air cleaner ............................................................................ 6-30
Spark plugs .......................................................................... 6-30
Gear oil ................................................................................. 6-31
60G410 Clutch pedal ......................................................................... 6-33
Brakes .................................................................................. 6-33
Steering wheel ..................................................................... 6-36
Tyres ..................................................................................... 6-36
Battery .................................................................................. 6-41
Fuses .................................................................................... 6-42
Headlight aiming ................................................................. 6-46
Headlight Washer Fluid ...................................................... 6-46
Bulb replacement ................................................................ 6-47
Wiper blades ........................................................................ 6-54
Windshield washer fluid ..................................................... 6-57
Air conditioning system ..................................................... 6-58

INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
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.A. WARNING
Take extreme care when working on· your vehicle to prevent accidental injury. Carefully observe the follow­ing precautions: • To prevent damage or unintended activation of the airbag system or seat belt pretensioner system, check that the lead-acid battery is discon­nected and the ignition switch has been in "LOCK" position for at least 90 seconds before performing any electrical service work on your SUZUKI vehicle. Do not touch airbag system components, seat belt pre­tensioner system components or wires. The wires are wrapped with yellow tape or yellow tubing, and the cou­plers are yellow for easy identifica­tion. Do not leave the engine running in garages or other confined areas. (Continued)
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.A. WARNING
(Continued) When the engine is running, keep hands, clothing, tools, and other objects away from the fan and drive belt. Even though the fan may not be moving, it can automatically turn on without warning . • When it is necessary to perform service work with the engine run~ ning, check that the parking brake is set fully and the transmission is in Neutral (for manual transmission vehicles) or Park (for automatic transmission vehicles). Do not touch ignition wires or other ignition system parts when starting the engine or when the engine is running, or you could receive an electric shock. • Be careful not to touch a hot engine, exhaust manifold and pipes, muffler, radiator and water hoses. Do not allow smoking, sparks, or flames around fuel or the battery. Flammable fumes are present. Do not get under your vehicle if it is supported only with the portable jack provided in your vehicle. • Be careful not to cause accidental short circuits between the positive and negative battery terminals. (Continued)
.A. WARNING
(Continued) Keep used oil, coolant, and other fluids away from children and pets. Dispose of used fluids properly; never pour them on the ground, into sewers, etc.

INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Interval: This interval should be judged byI km (x1000)I 15 I 30 I 45 I 60 I 75 90 odometer reading or months, whichever, miles (x1000)I 9 I 18 I 27 I 36 I 45 54 comes first. 1 monthsI 12 I 24 I 36 I 48 I 60 I 72 BRAKE *5-1. Brake discs and pads (front) I I I I I I Brake drums and shoes (rear) -I -I -I *5-2. Brake hoses and pipes -I -I -I 5-3. Brake fluid (#2) Check, *Replacement -R -R -R *5-4. Brake (Pedal and fluid level) I I I I I I 5-5. Brake lever and cable Check, *Adjustment (1st 15000 km only) I -----CHASSIS AND BODY *6-1. Clutch fluid (#2) -R -R -R *6-2. Clutch (pedal and fluid level) I I I I I I 6-3. Tyres/Wheels I I I I I I *6-4. Wheel bearings -I -I -I *6-5. Propeller shafts --I --I *6-6. Suspension system -I -I -I "6-7. Steering system -I -I -I *6-8. Manual transmission oil Genuine "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W" Inspect every 30000 km (18000 miles) or 24 months. Other than "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W" (1: 1st 15000 km only) I
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6-12. All latches, hinges and locks -I -I -I *6-13. Air conditioner filter element -I R -I R
#2: Clutch fluid is supplied from brake fluid reservoir.
A WARNING
The shock absorbers are filled with high pressure gas. Never attempt to disassemble them or throw them into a fire. Avoid storing them near a heater or heating device. When scrapping the absorber, the gas must be released from the absorber safely. Ask your dealer for assistance.
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Interval: This interval should be Judged byll---------------------=cc'c-tci.i;#----,i,c---t-----,ai--t----.sci odometer reading or months, whicheveq km (x1000) 105 120 135 150 165 I 180 miles (x1000) 63 72 81 90 I 99 I 108 comes first. 1>----------------------~=.c..,,-4-___,,.c...--1-___,,c----1----c~ months 84 96 108 120 I 132 I 144 BRAKE *5-1, Brake discs and pads (front) Brake drums and shoes (rear) *5-2. Brake hoses and pipes 5-3. Brake fluid (#2) *5-4. Brake (Pedal and fluid level) 5-5. Brake lever and cable CHASSIS AND BODY *6-1. Clutch fluid (#2) *6-2. Clutch (pedal and fluid level) 6-3. Tyres/Wheels *6-4. Wheel bearings *6-5. Propeller shafts *6-6. Suspension system *6-7. Steering system *6-8. Manual transmission oil
6-9. Automatic transmission
*6-10. Transfer oil
*6-11. Differential oil
6-12. All latches, hinges and locks *6-13. Air conditioner filter element
Genuine "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W" Otllerthan "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W"
Genuine "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W"
Check, *Replacement
Check, *Adjustment (1st 15000 km only
(I: 1st 15000 km only) Fluid lever *Fluid change *Fluid hose
Other than "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W" (I: 1st 15000 km only) (R: 1st 15000 km only) Genuine "SUZUKI SUPER GEAR OIL 75W-85 SYNTHETIC"
#2: Clutch fluid is supplied from brake fluid reseNoir.
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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Interval: This interval should be judged by1l--------------------=cic-c+T.C~~,'-,--+----,i'--+ odometer reading or months, whicheverI km (x1000) 7.5 I 15 I 22.5 I 30 I 37.5 45 miles (x1000) 4.5 I 9 I 13.5 I 18 I 22.5 27 comes first. 11-------------------~='---'c=cc=l-";c--+----.,,-+ months 6 I 12 I 18 I 24 I 30 36 BRAKE *5-1. Brake discs and pads (front) Brake drums and shoes (rear) *5-2. Brake hoses and pipes 5-3. Brake fluid (#2) *5-4. Brake (Pedal and fluid level) 5-5. Brake lever and cable CHASSIS AND BODY "6-1. Clutch fluid (#2) *6-2. Clutch (pedal and fluid level) 6-3. Tyres/Wheels *6-4. Wheel bearings *6-5. Propeller shafts *6-6. Suspension system *6-7. Steering system *6-8. Manual transmission oil
6-9. Automatic transmission
*6-10. Transfer oil
*6-11. Differential oil 6-12. All latches, hinges and locks *6-13. Air conditioner filter element •3
Genuine "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W"
Other than "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W"
Genuine "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W"
Other than "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W"
Check, *Replacement
Check, *Adjustment (1st 15000 km only)
Flu!d level *Fluid change
*Fluid hose
Genuine "SUZUKI SUPER GEAR OIL 75W-85 SYNTHETIC"
#2: Clutch fiuid is supplied from brake fiuid reservoir
A WARNING
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---R ---I -I -I -I -I -I -I -I -I -I -I -I ---I --· ---I --Inspect every 30000 km (18000 miles) or 24 months. Replace every 60000 km (36000 miles) or 48 months.
= I = I = I 7 I = I = Replace every 30000 km (18000 miles) or 24 months. Inspect every 60000 km (36000 miles) or 48 months. Inspect every 30000 km (18000 miles) or 24 months. Replace every 60000 km (36000 m!les) or 48 months. ---R --R R
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The shock absorbers are filled with high pressure gas. Never attempt to disassemble them or throw them into a fire. Avoid storing them near a heater or heating device. When scrapping the absorber, the gas must be released from the absorber safely. Ask your dealer for assistance.
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Interval: This interval should be judged byl km (x1000) odometer reading or months, whicheverI miles (x1000) comes first. I months BRAKE *5-1. Brake discs and pads (front) Brake drums and shoes (rear) *5-2. Brake hoses and pipes 5-3. Brake fluid (#2) Check, *Replacement *5-4. Brake (Pedal and fluid level) 5-5. Brake lever and cable Check, *Adjustment (1st 15000 km only) CHASSIS AND BODY *6-1. Clutch fluid (#2) *6-2. Clutch (pedal and fluid level) 6-3. Tyres/Wheels *6-4. Wheel bearings *6-5. Propeller shafts *6-6. Suspension system *6-7. Steering system *6-8. Manual transmission oil Genuine "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W"
Other than "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W" 6-9. Automatic transmission Fluid level *Fluid change
*Fluid hose *6-10. Transfer oil Genuine "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W"
Other than "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W" *6-11. Differential oil Genuine ~SUZUKI SUPER GEAR OIL 75W-85 SYNTHETIC" 6-12. All latches, hinges and locks *6-13. Air conditioner filter element •3
#2: Clutch fluid is supplied from brake fluid reservoir
NOTE: This table shows the service schedule up to 90000 km (54000 miles). Beyond 90000 km (54000 miles), perform the same services at the same intervals shown in the chart. *1 Inspect more frequently if the vehicle is used under dusty conditions. *2 Check or replace as necessary if you usually drive with high speed or high engine revolutions. *3 Clean more frequently if the air flow from the air conditioner decreases,
52.5 I 60 I 67.5 I 75 I 82.5 I 90 31.5 36 I 40.5 I 45 I 49.5 I 54 42 48 I 54 I 60 I 66 I 72
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-R ---R -I -I -I -I -I -I -I -I -I -I -I -I -I ---I -I ---I Inspect every 30000 km {18000 miles) or 24 months. Replace every 60000 km (36000 miles) or 48 months. -
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Interval: This interval should be judged bylf---------------------a"'-<"~ccfl---c~+--,;;;.-+~ odometer reading or months, whichever1 km (x1000)I 20 I 40 I 60 I 80 I 100 I 120 miles (x1000)I 12.5 I 25 I 37.5 I 50 I 62.5 I 75 comes first. If-----------------------"='-"'-'-=-;?l----'-~+---:a,;-+~ months! 12 24 I 36 I 48 I 60 I 72
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM •4-1. PCV valve •4-2. Fuel evaporative emission control system BRAKE *5-1. Brake discs and pads (front) Brake drums and shoes (rear) *5-2. Brake hoses and pipes 5-3. Brake fluid (#3) *5-4. Brake (Pedal and fluid level) 5-5. Brake lever and cable CHASSIS AND BODY *6-1. Clutch fluid (#3) *6-2. Clutch (Pedal and fluid level) 6-3. Tyres/Wheels *6-4. Wheel bearings •6-5. Propeller shafts *6-6. Suspension system *6-7. Steering system *6-8. Manual transmission oil
*6-9. Automatic transmission oil
*6-10. Transfer oil
*6-11. Differential oil 6-12. All latches, hinges and locks *6-13. Air conditioner filter element
Check, *Replacement
Check, *Adjustment (1st 20000 km only)
Genuine "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W" Other than "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W" Fluid level *Fluid change *Fluid hose Genuine "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W" Other than "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W" Genuine "SUZUKI SUPER GEAR OIL 75W-85 SYNTHETIC"
#3: Clutch fluid is supplied from brake fluid reservoir.
A WARNING
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= I 7 I = I 7 I = I 7 Replace every 165000 km (99000 miles). -I -I I I -I -I I Inspect every 40000 km (25000 miles) or 24 months. -R -R -R R
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The shock absorbers are filled with high pressure gas. Never attempt to disassemble them or throw them into a fire. Avoid storing them near a heater or heating device. When scrapping the absorber, the gas must be released from the absorber
safely. Ask your dealer for assistance.
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