SUZUKI JIMNY 2022 Owners Manual

A. WARNING
The load-carrying capacity of your tyres is reduced at lower inflation pressures. If your tyres are even moderately under-inflated, the load on the tyres may exceed the load-car­rying capacity of the tyres, which could lead to tyre failure. The low tyre pressure warning light will not alert you to this condition, because it only comes on when one or more of your tyres becomes significantly under­
inflated. Check and adjust your tyre pressure at least once a month. Refer to "Tyres" in "INSPECTION AND MAIN­TENANCE" section.
A. WARNING
Continuing to drive with the low tyre pressure warning light on can lead to an accident, resulting in severe injury or death. If the low tyre pressure warning light comes on and stays on, reduce your speed and avoid abrupt steering and braking. Be aware that driving on a significantly under-inflated tyre can cause the tyre to overheat and can lead to tyre failure, and may affect steering control and brake effective­ness. Stop the vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible and check your
tyres. • If you have a flat tyre, replace it with the spare tyre (if equipped). Refer to "Jacking instructions11 in "EMERGENCY SERVICE" section for the tyre replacement method. Also refer to "Replacing tyres and/ or wheels" for instructions on how to restore normal operation of the TPMS after you have had a flat tyre. If one or more of your tyres is under-inflated, adjust the inflation pressure of all tyres to the recom­mended inflation pressure as soon as possible.
BEFORE DRIVING
Refer to "Tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS)" in "OPERATING YOUR VEHI­CLE" section for additional details on the tyre pressure monitoring system. Refer to "Tyres" in "INSPECTION AND MAINTE­NANCE" section for information on main­taining proper tyre pressure.
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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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BEFORE DRIVING
ESP® OFF indicator light
57L30045
When the ignition switch is turned "ON", this light comes on briefiy so you can check that the light is working.
When the ESP® OFF switch is pushed to turn off the ESP® systems (other than ABS), the ESP® OFF indicator light comes on and stays on.
For details of the ESP® systems, refer to "Electronic stability program (ESP®)" in "OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE" section.
NOTE: If the vehicle speed is greater than approximately 30 km/h (19 mph}, the ESF'® systems (other than ABS) will be activated automatically and the light will go out. When the transfer lever is in "4L" (4-wheel drive low range) position, the ES?® system (other than ABS) will be canceled automatically. The light will come on and stay on.
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Hill hold control OFF indicator light
(@)
OFF
78RB02086
When the ignition switch is turned "ON", this light comes on briefly so you can check that the light is working. This light comes on when the hill hold con­trol system is deactivated.
For details of the hill hold control system, refer to "Hill hold control system" in the "OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE" section.
Hill descent control indicator light
79K050
When the ignition switch is turned "ON", this light comes on briefiy so you can check that the light is working. When you push the hill descent control switch and the hill descent control operating conditions are fulfilled, the hill descent control indica­tor comes on. If the hill descent control indicator blinks, the hill descent control will not be activated.
For details of the hill descent control sys­tem, refer to "Hill descent control system" in the "OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE" section.

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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BEFORE DRIVING
Open door warning light
54G391
This light remains on until all doors (includ­ing the tailgate) are completely closed.
If any door (including the tailgate) is open when the vehicle is moving, a ding sounds to remind you to close all doors completely.
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Low fuel warning light
54G343
If this light comes on, refuel the fuel tank as soon as possible.When this light comes on, a ding sounds once to remind you to refuel. If you do not refuel, a ding sounds every time when the ignition switch is turned "ON".
NOTE: The activation point of this light varies depending on road conditions (for exam­ple, slope or curve) and driving conditions because of fuel movement in the tank.
Steering lock warning light
(if equipped)
63R30550
If this light stays on, there is a problem with the system or the steering lock cannot be released. If this happens, turn to the igni­tion switch to "ON" position, turning the steering wheel to the right or left. If this light still stays on, ask a SUZUKI dealer to have the system inspected.

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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BEFORE DRIVING
If the dual sensor brake support indicator light, lane departure warning indicator light and high beam assist warning light stay on after restarting the engine, there may be a failure of the dual sensor. Ask a SUZUKI dealer to have the dual sen­sor inspected.
Under the following situations, the function of the dual sensor stops temporarily. When the situations are improved, the temporary stop of the function will be canceled. When the visibility of the dual sensor is poor.
• When the temperature of the body of dual sensor is high.
• When the systems related to the dual sensor brake support stop temporarily. • When the battery has a voltage abnor-mality.
For details, refer to "Dual sensor brake support (if equipped)" in "OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE" section.
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Dual sensor brake support OFF
indicator light (if equipped)
~-.
OFF
54P000254
When the ignition switch is turned "ON", this light comes on briefly so you can check that the light is working.
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 brake support OFF switch is pushed and held to turn off the dual sensor brake support. When the ESP® OFF switch is pushed to turn off the ESP® systems (other than ABS), the ESP® OFF indicator light will also come on.
For details, refer to "Dual sensor brake sup­port (if equipped)" in "OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE" section.
Lane departure warning indicator light (if equipped)
81M31080
When the ignition switch is turned "ON", this light comes on briefly so you can check that the light is working.
When the lane departure warning is acti­vated, this light blinks.
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. If the dual sensor brake support indicator light, lane departure warning indicator light and high beam assist warning light stay on after restarting the engine, there may be a failure of the dual sensor. Ask a SUZUKI dealer to have the dual sen­sor inspected.