check engine SUZUKI JIMNY 2021 Owners Manual

FOR SAFE DRIVING
Front passenger airbag deactiva­
tion system (if equipped)
(2)
78RB02027
The front passenger's front airbag system must be deactivated if a child restraint sys­tem is to be installed on the front passen­ger's seat. When the ignition switch is turned to "ON" position, "PASSENGER AIRBAG ON" indi­cator (1) or "PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF" indicator (2) shows whether the front pas­senger's airbag system is activated or deactivated.
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When the front passenger's airbag system is activated, both "PASSENGER AIRBAG ON" indicator (1) and "PASSENGER AIR­BAG OFF" indicator (2) come on for a few seconds and then go out. After that, only "PASSENGER AIRBAG ON" indicator (1) comes on for about 1 minute and then goes out.
When the front passenger's airbag system is deactivated, both "PASSENGER AIR­BAG ON" indicator (1) and "PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF" indicator (2) come on for a few seconds and then go out. After that, only "PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF" indicator (2) comes on.
When you activate or deactivate the front passenger's airbag system, check which indicator is on before starting the engine.
Side airbags, side curtain airbags and seat belt pretensioners are not connected to the airbag deactivation system. Even if the front passenger's airbag system is deacti­vated, side airbags, side curtain airbags and seat belt pretensioners are still acti­vated.
58MS030
.A WARNING
When using child restraint system on the front passenger's seat, the front passenger's airbag system must be deactivated; otherwise deployment of the front passenger's airbag could result in the death or serious injury of the child.
.A WARNING
Check that the front passenger's air­bag system is activated and "PAS­SENGER AIRBAG ON" indicator (1) is on whenever there is no child restraint installed on the front pas­senger's seat.

According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in rear seating positions than front seating posi­tions. Whenever possible, SUZUKI recom­mends that child restraint systems be installed on the rear seat.
Airbag deactivation switch
78RB02028
The airbag deactivation switch (3) is installed only for use when a rear-facing child restraint system or infant restraint system is installed in the front passenger's seat. The switch is located on the lateral face of the passenger's side of the instru­ment panel.
To deactivate the front passenger's airbag system, follow the instructions below before starting the engine. 1) Check that the ignition switch is in "LOCK" position. 2) Insert the key into the airbag deactiva­tion switch (3), then push and turn the key to "OFF" (airbag off) position, and pull out the key. 3) Turn the ignition switch to "ON" posi­tion. Both indicators come on for a few seconds and then go out. After that, only "PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF" indicator (2) comes on to remind you that the front passenger's airbag system is deactivated.
FOR SAFE DRIVING
To activate the front passenger's airbag system, follow the instructions below before starting the engine. 1) Check that the ignition switch is in "LOCK" position. 2) Insert the key into the airbag deactiva­tion switch (3), then push and turn the key to "ON" (airbag on) position, and pull out the key. 3) Turn the ignition switch to "ON" posi­tion. Both indicators come on for a few seconds and then go out. After that, only "PASSENGER AIRBAG ON" indicator (1) comes on for about 1 minute and then goes out to remind you that the front passenger's airbag sys­tem is activated.
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.FOR SAFE DRIVING
Exhaust gas warning
52D334
A WARNING
Avoid breathing exhaust gases. Exhaust gases contain carbon mon­oxide, a potentially lethal gas that is colorless and odorless. Since carbon monoxide is difficult to detect by itself, take the following precautions to help prevent carbon monoxide from entering your vehicle. • Do not leave the engine running in garages or other confined areas. (Continued)
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A WARNING
(Continued) • Do not park with the engine run­ning for a long period of time, even i~ an open area. If it is necessary to s,t for a short time in a parked vehi­cle with the engine running, check that the air intake selector is set to "FRESH AIR" and the blower is at high speed. • Avoid operating the vehicle with the tailgate or trunk open. If it is necessary to do so, check that the sunroof (if equipped) and all win­dows are closed, and the blower is at high speed with the air intake selector set to "FRESH AIR". To allow proper operation of your vehicle's ventilation system, keep the air inlet grill in front of the wind­shield clear of snow, leaves or other obstructions at all times. • Keep the exhaust tailpipe area clear of snow and other material to help reduce the buildup of exhaust gases under the vehicle. This is particularly important when parked in blizzard conditions. Have the exhaust system inspected periodically for damage and leak­age. Any damage or leakage should be repaired immediately.

(Selecting 12H/24H format) Switch the time indication between 12-hour and 24-hour format by selecting "Clock setting" in "Setting mode". Then, select "12H" or "24H".
Door lock (Door unlock setting) You can choose either once or twice oper­ation(s) to unlock all doors (including the tailgate) by turning the key or operating the keyless entry system transmitter.
You can also turn off or on the buzzer sound when the door(s) is (are) locked or unlocked.
Lights (Lane change setting) The turn signal and its indicator can be set whether they flash three times even if you return the turn signal control lever shortly after operating it. To change the lane change setting, select "Lane change" in "Setting mode". Then, select "ON" or "OFF" If you want to change the number of flashing, consult a SUZUKI dealer.
Guide me light setting (Light setting) (if equipped) You can change the lighting time of "To car" function or "To home" function.
Oil change (Oil life monitoring system reset setting) (if equipped) The oil life monitoring system must be reset after changing the engine oil and oil filter. To reset the system, push and hold the indicator selector knob (3) for a while.
TPMS (Tyre pressure monitoring system set­ting) (if equipped) You can check the current tyre pressure on the information display. You can set one of the initial values of tyre pressure below that are indicated on the tyre information label. -Comfort Mode -Load Mode
Refer to "Tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS)" in the "OPERATING YOUR VEHI­CLE" section for details.
Traffic sign recognition (Traffic sign recognition setting) (if equipped) If you select "ON" the traffic sign recogni­tion function can be activated.
Refer to "Traffic sign recognition" in the "OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE" section for details.
BEFORE DRIVING
Default (Initialization setting) If you select "YES" and push the indicator selector knob (3), all settings will be reini­tialized.
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BEFORE DRIVING
Brake system warning light
(CD)
82K170
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.

Anti-lock brake system {ABS) warn­
ing light
(8)
65D529
When the ignition switch is turned "ON", this light comes on briefiy so you can check that the light is working. If the light stays on or comes on when driv­ing, there may be something wrong with the ABS.
If this happens: 1) Pull off the road and stop carefully. 2) Turn the ignition switch to "LOCK" and then start the engine again.
If the warning light comes on briefiy and then turns off, the system is normal. If the warning light still stays on, something is wrong with the system.
If the light and the brake system warning light stay on or come on simultaneously when driving, your ABS system is equipped with the rear brake force control function (proportioning valve function) and there may be something wrong with both the rear brake force control function and the anti-lock function of the ABS system.
If one of the above occurs, have the sys­tem inspected by a SUZUKI dealer. If the ABS becomes inoperative, the brake system will function as an ordinary brake system that does not have this ABS sys­
tem.
For details of ABS system, refer to "Anti­lock brake system (ABS)" in "OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE" section.
ESP® warning light
52KM133
ESP® is a registered trademark of Daimler
AG.
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 this light blinks, drive carefully.
BEFORE DRIVING
When the ignition switch is turned "ON", the light comes on briefiy so you can check that the light is working. If the light stays on or comes on when driving, there may be something wrong with the ESP® systems (other than ABS). You should have the system inspected by a SUZUKI dealer.
For details of the ESP® systems, refer to "Electronic stability program (ESP®)" in "OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE" section.
The ESP® systems cannot prevent accidents. Always drive carefully.
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Oil pressure light
50G051
When the ignition switch is turned "ON", this light comes on. When the engine is started, the light goes out. The light will come on and remain on if there is insuffi­cient oil pressure. If the light comes on when driving, pull off the road as soon as you can and stop the engine. Check the oil level and add oil if necessary. If there is enough oil, the lubrication sys­tem should be inspected by a SUZUKI dealer before you drive the vehicle again.
NOTICE
If you operate the engine with this light on, severe engine damage can result. Do not rely on the oil pressure light to indicate the need to add oil. Peri­odically check the engine oil level.
Charging light
50G052
When the ignition switch is turned "ON", this light comes on. When the engine is started, the light goes out. The light will come on and remain on if there is some­thing wrong with the battery charging sys­tem. If the light comes on when the engine is running, the charging system should be inspected immediately by a SUZUKI dealer.
BEFORE DRIVING
Driver's seat belt reminder light/ Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light (if equipped)
60G049
When the driver or front passenger does not buckle his or her seat belt, this light will come on and/or blink. For details of the seat belt reminder, refer to "Seat belts and child restraint systems" in this section.
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BEFORE DRIVING
Rear passenger's seat belt
reminder light (if equipped)
78RB02087
When the rear passenger does not buckle his or her seat belt, this light will come on and/or blink. For details of the seat belt reminder, refer to "Seat belts and child restraint systems" in this section.
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AIRBAG light
63J030
When the ignition switch is turned "ON", this light comes on for several seconds so you can check that the light is working.
The light will come on and stay on if there is a problem in the airbag system or the seat belt pretensioner system.
A WARNING
If AIRBAG light does not blink or come on briefly when the ignition switch is turned "ON", stays on for more than 10 seconds, or comes on while driving, the airbag system or the seat belt pretensioner system may not work properly, which could result in serious injury in the event of a collision. Have both systems inspected by a SUZUKI dealer.
Malfunction indicator light
65D530
Your vehicle has a computer-controlled emission control system. A malfunction indicator light is provided on the instrument cluster to indicate when it is necessary to have the emission control system serviced. When the ignition switch is turned "ON", this light comes on. When the engine is started, the light goes out.
If the malfunction indicator light comes on or blinks when the engine is running, there is a damage in the emission control sys­tem. Bring the vehicle to a SUZUKI dealer to have the damage fixed.
Also, if this light comes on when the engine is running, there is a problem with the automatic transmission system. Ask a SUZUKI dealer to have the system inspected.

A CAUTION
If this light blinks, stop your vehicle immediately in a safe place to avoid catalyst's melting problem since there may be a misfire in the engine. • Do not drive or stop over such as withered grasses. • Drive slowly if required to move the vehicle.
NOTICE
Continuing to drive the vehicle when the malfunction indicator light is on or blinking can cause permanent damage to the vehicle's emission control system, and can affect fuel economy and driveability.
Transmission warning light
(if equipped)
0
80J219
When the ignition switch is turned "ON", this light comes on for several seconds so you can check that the light is working. If this light comes on when the engine is running, there is a problem with the auto­matic transmission system. Ask a SUZUKI dealer to have the system inspected.
BEFORE DRIVING
Immobilizer system warning light
80JM122
When the ignition switch is turned "ON", this light comes on briefly so you can check that the light is working. If this light blinks or stays on, there is a problem with the system. If this happens, turning the steering wheel to the right or left. If this light still blinks or stays on even if you start the engine with normal voltage of the vehi­cle battery, ask a SUZUKI dealer to have the system inspected.
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Engine coolant temperature light
54G344
When the ignition switch is turned "ON", this light comes on briefly so you can check that the light is working.
This indicator has the following two func­tions.
Low engine coolant temperature light (blue color)
This light stays on while the engine is still cold and goes off when the engine has warmed up.
If this light blinks, there is a problem with the system. Have your vehicle inspected by a SUZUKI dealer.
High engine coolant temperature warn­ing light (red color)
If this light blinks while driving, it means the engine is running hot. Avoid driving condi­tions that may lead to actual overheating. If the light stays on without blinking, then the engine is overheating. Follow the instruc­tions in "Engine trouble: Overheating" of "EMERGENCY SERVICE" section.
NOTICE
Continuing to drive the vehicle when engine overheating is indicated can result in severe engine damage.
BEFORE DRIVING
Dual sensor brake support indica­
tor light (if equipped)
54P000255
When the ignition switch is turned "ON", this light comes on briefly so you can check that the light is working.
When the automatic brake system is acti­vated, this light blinks rapidly.
In the following situations, this light will come on and the dual sensor brake support will stop functioning when the ignition switch is "ON".
When the dual sensor is faulty, the function of the dual sensor stops until the ignition switch is turned to LOCK position. Find a safe place to park and turn the ignition switch to "LOCK" position. Restart the engine, and check that the dual sensor brake support indicator light, lane depar­ture warning indicator light and high beam assist warning light go off.
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