SUZUKI SX4 2008 1.G Owner's Manual

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2) Replace the battery (1) (Lithium disc
type CR2032 or equivalent) so its + ter-
minal faces the bottom of the case as
shown in the illustration.
3) Close the remote controller firmly.
4) Make sure the door locks can be oper-
ated with the remote controller.
5) Dispose of the used battery properly
according to applicable rules or regula-
tions. Do not dispose of lithium batter-
ies with ordinary household trash.Programming/erasing the remote con-
troller code yourself
Your new vehicle was originally equipped
with two remote controllers.
If you have lost one of the remote control-
lers, you should change the remote con-
troller code in your vehicle’s memory as
soon as possible for security. If you pur-
chase additional remote controllers, the
new remote controllers need to be pro-
grammed into your vehicle’s memory. You
can perform this yourself by using the fol-
lowing procedure:
NOTE:
 You can program up to four remote con-
troller codes into your vehicle’s memory.
The four codes may be the same or dif-
ferent.
 If you try to program a fifth code, the four
remote controller codes that are pro-
grammed will be cleared automatically.
 If you program a new remote controller
code, all of the old remote controller
codes that are in your vehicle’s memory
will be erased automatically. When you
program a new remote controller, youshould reprogram any additional remote
controllers at the same time.
 To purchase new remote controllers, see
your SUZUKI dealer.
 Before you begin programming, have all
of your remote controllers available.
To program a new remote controller
1) Close all the doors of the vehicle.
2) Sit in the driver’s seat and confirm that
the driver’s door is unlocked.
3) Insert the key into the ignition switch.
4) Complete steps 1 through 6 described
below within 25 seconds after step 3).
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1. Push the power door locking switch
of the driver’s door to the lock posi-
tion and then push it to the unlock
position.
2. Repeat step 1 two more times.
WARNING
Swallowing a lithium battery may
cause serious internal injury. Do not
allow anyone to swallow a lithium
battery. Keep lithium batteries away
from children and pets. If swallowed,
contact a physician immediately.
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CAUTION
The transmitter/remote controller is a
sensitive electronic instrument. To
avoid damaging it, do not expose it to
dust or moisture or tamper with inter-
nal parts.
UNLOCK
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3. Push the power door locking switch
of the driver’s door to the lock posi-
tion.
4. Remove the key from the ignition
switch and then insert it again.
5. Repeat step 4 three more times.
6. To start the engine, turn the ignition
switch to the “START” position.
Wait for 3 seconds.
7. Proceed to step 5) within 60 seconds
after the engine has started.
NOTE:
You cannot program the remote controller
if you don’t complete steps 1 through 6
within 25 seconds.
You cannot program the remote controller
if you do not proceed to step 5) within 60
seconds after the engine has started.
5) Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”
position.
A buzzer will sound twice and the door
lock switch will be activated from the
lock position to the unlock position
automatically.
6) Press the “LOCK”, “UNLOCK” or
“PANIC” button on the remote control-
ler.
A buzzer will sound twice and the door
lock switch will be activated from the
lock position to the unlock position
automatically.
If you want to program an additional
remote controller, repeat the procedureof step 6) using the additional remote
controller.
NOTE:
Complete step 6) within 30 seconds.
You can program up to four remote control-
lers.
7) To complete programming, remove the
key from the ignition switch or turn the
ignition switch to the “ON” position.
8) Make sure that the keyless start system
and keyless entry system operate prop-
erly by operating each remote control-
ler.
If you cannot operate the keyless start sys-
tem and/or keyless entry system, repeat
this programming procedure again.
If you still cannot operate the systems, see
your SUZUKI dealer.To change the old remote controller
codes in your vehicle’s memory
If you have lost one of the remote control-
lers, you should change the remote con-
troller codes in your vehicle’s memory as
soon as possible for security.
To erase the remote controller code(s) in
your vehicle’s memory, you should pro-
gram the new remote controller code. The
old codes in your vehicle’s memory will be
erased automatically. If you have more
remote controller(s), you must program all
of the remote controller codes at the same
time. You cannot operate the keyless start
system and keyless entry system using
any remote controller that is not pro-
grammed at the same time.
For details on how to program, refer to the
programming procedure in this section.
When you complete programming, make
sure that the keyless start system and key-
less entry system operate properly by
operating each remote controller.
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1. For USA
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions:
1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
2) This device must accept any interfer-
ence received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE:
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for com-
pliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
2. For Canada
This device complies with Industry Canada
Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
1) This device may not cause interference,
and
2) This device must accept any interfer-
ence, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the
device.
The term “IC:” before the certification/reg-
istration number only signifies that the
Industry Canada technical specifications
were met.Keyless Entry System Transmitter
(Type B)
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(1) “LOCK” button
(2) “UNLOCK” button
(3) “PANIC” button
“LOCK” button (1) / “UNLOCK” button
(2) function
You can lock or unlock all doors (including
the tailgate of SX4) simultaneously by
operating the transmitter near the vehicle.
 To lock the doors, push the “LOCK” but-
ton (1).
 To unlock the driver’s door, push the
“UNLOCK” button (2) once.
 To unlock other doors, wait a second or
two, then push the “UNLOCK” button (2)
a second time. If you “double-click” too
fast, the doors will not unlock.When the doors are locked, the turn signal
lights will flash once.
When the doors are unlocked:
 The turn signal lights will flash twice.
 If the interior light switch is in the middle
position, the interior light will turn on for
about 15 seconds and then fade out. If
you insert the key into the ignition switch
during this time, the light will start to fade
out immediately.
Be sure the doors are locked after you
operate the “LOCK” button. If no door is
opened within about 30 seconds after the
“UNLOCK” button is operated, the doors
will automatically lock again.
NOTE:
 The maximum operating distance of the
keyless entry system transmitter is about
5 m (16 ft.), but this can vary depending
on the surroundings, especially near
other transmitting devices such as radio
towers or CB (Citizen’s Band) radios.
 The door locks can not be operated with
the transmitter, if the ignition key is
inserted in the ignition switch.
 If you lose one of the transmitters, ask
your SUZUKI dealer as soon as possible
for a replacement. Be sure to have your
dealer program the new transmitter code
in your vehicle’s memory so that the old
code is erased, or perform the program-
ming procedure yourself according to the
instructions in this section.
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“PANIC” button (3) function
This function is to get the attention of oth-
ers.
Press the “PANIC” button (3) for more than
1 second. The headlights and taillights will
blink for about 30 seconds. Also, the horn
will sound intermittently for about 30 sec-
onds at the same time.
To cancel the “PANIC” mode, press any
button (PANIC, LOCK or UNLOCK) on the
transmitter. You can also insert the key in
the ignition switch and turn to the “ON”
position to cancel the “PANIC” mode.
NOTE:
The “PANIC” button function will not acti-
vate when the key is in the ignition switch.Replacement of the battery
If the transmitter becomes unreliable,
replace the battery.
To replace the battery of the transmitter:
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1) Put the edge of a coin or a flat blade
screw driver in the slot of the transmitter
and pry it open.
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2) Replace the battery (1) (Lithium disc-
type CR2025 or equivalent) so its + ter-
minal faces the “+” mark of the transmit-
ter.
3) Close the transmitter firmly.
4) Make sure the door locks can be oper-
ated with the transmitter.
5) Dispose of the used battery properly
according to applicable rules or regula-
tions. Do not dispose of lithium batter-
ies with ordinary household trash.
CAUTION
The transmitter is a sensitive elec-
tronic instrument. To avoid damaging
the transmitter:
 Do not expose it to impacts, mois-
ture or high temperature such as by
leaving it on the dashboard under
direct sunlight.
 Keep the transmitter away from
magnetic objects such as a televi-
sion.
WARNING
Swallowing a lithium battery may
cause serious internal injury. Do not
allow anyone to swallow a lithium
battery. Keep lithium batteries away
from children and pets. If swallowed,
contact a physician immediately.
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Programming/removing a transmitter
code yourself
Your new vehicle was originally equipped
with two transmitters.
If you have lost one of the transmitters, you
should change the transmitter code in your
vehicle’s memory as soon as possible for
security. If you purchase additional trans-
mitters, the new transmitters need to be
programmed into your vehicle’s memory.
You can perform this yourself by using the
following procedure:
NOTE:
 You can program up to three transmitter
codes into your vehicle’s memory. The
three codes may be the same or differ-
ent.
 If you try to program a fourth code, the
oldest code will be cleared automatically.
 To purchase new transmitters, see your
SUZUKI dealer.
 Before you begin programming, have all
of your transmitters available.To program a new transmitter
1) Confirm that all the doors are closed
and the ignition key is out of the ignition
switch.
2) Open the driver’s door.
3) Insert the key, turn the ignition switch to
the “ON” position, turn the ignition
switch to the “LOCK” position and
remove the key within 10 seconds.
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4) Push and release the driver’s door
switch (1) 3 times, insert the key, and
turn the ignition switch to the “ON” posi-
tion within 20 seconds.
5) Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”
position and remove the key within 10
seconds. All doors will lock/unlock to
confirm that this procedure has been
properly completed.
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6) Press the “UNLOCK” button (2) on the
transmitter one time within 20 seconds
(after step 5). All the doors will lock/
unlock to confirm that the procedure
has been completed and the transmitter
has been programmed.
7) If you want to program an additional
transmitter, repeat the procedure from
step 1) through step 6).
8) Make sure that the keyless entry sys-
tem operates properly by operating
each transmitter.
CAUTION
The transmitter/remote controller is a
sensitive electronic instrument. To
avoid damaging it, do not expose it to
dust or moisture or tamper with inter-
nal parts.
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To change the old transmitter codes in
your vehicle’s memory
If you have lost one of the transmitters, you
should change the transmitter codes in
your vehicle’s memory as soon as possible
for security.
To remove one of the transmitter codes
from your vehicle’s memory, first replace all
three of the transmitter codes in your vehi-
cle’s memory, then program additional
transmitters as follows:
1) Program one of your transmitters three
times, by repeating the programming
procedure shown in this section. This
will replace all the old transmitter codes
in the vehicle’s memory with the code
for the transmitter you are using.
2) If you want to program up to two addi-
tional transmitters, repeat the program-
ming procedure shown in this section.
3) Make sure that the keyless entry sys-
tem operates properly by operating
each transmitter.1. For USA
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions:
1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
2) This device must accept any interfer-
ence received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE:
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for com-
pliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
2. For Canada
This device complies with Industry Canada
Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
1) This device may not cause interference,
and
2) This device must accept any interfer-
ence, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the
device.
The term “IC:” before the certification/reg-
istration number only signifies that the
Industry Canada technical specifications
were met.
Child Lock System (rear doors)
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Each of the rear doors is equipped with a
child lock which can be used to help pre-
vent unwanted opening of the door from
inside the vehicle. When the lock lever is in
the “LOCK” position (1), the rear door can
only be opened from outside. When the
lock lever is in the “UNLOCK” position (2),
the rear door can be opened from inside or
outside.
WARNING
Be sure to place the child lock in the
“LOCK” position whenever children
are seated in the rear.
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Tailgate (SX4)
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(1) Tailgate unlatch switch
You can lock and unlock the tailgate by
using the key in the driver’s door lock.
To open the tailgate, push and hold the tail-
gate unlatch switch (1) and lift the tailgate.
NOTE:
When the tailgate is closed incompletely,
follow the procedure below:
1) Push the tailgate unlatch switch (1) and
open the tailgate a little.
2) After a few seconds, close the tailgate.
3) Make sure that the tailgate is closed
completely.If you can not unlatch the tailgate by push-
ing the unlatch switch (1) due to a dis-
charged battery or malfunction, follow the
procedures below to unlatch the tailgate
from inside the vehicle.
1) Fold the rear seat forward for easier
access. Refer to “Folding Rear Seats”
section for details on how to fold the
rear seat forward.
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2) Push open the tailgate from inside by
pushing up on the emergency lever (2)
using a flat blade screw driver or the
jack handle. The tailgate will be latched
again by closing the tailgate simply.
If the tailgate can not be unlatched by
pushing the unlatch switch (1), have the
vehicle inspected by your SUZUKI dealer.
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EXAMPLE
WARNING
Always make sure that the tailgate is
closed and latched securely. Com-
pletely closing the tailgate helps pre-
vent occupants from being thrown
from the vehicle in the event of an
accident. Completely closing it also
helps keep exhaust gases from enter-
ing the car.
WARNING
 To avoid injury, do not use your fin-
ger to push the emergency lever.
 Make sure there is not anyone near
the tailgate when pushing open the
tailgate from inside the vehicle.
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Trunk Lid (SX4 SEDAN)
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If your vehicle is equipped with a trunk lid
key lock, you can open the trunk lid by
using the key in the trunk lid lock. To open
the trunk lid, insert the key and turn it
clockwise to unlatch and lift the trunk lid.
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If your vehicle is equipped with a trunk lid
unlatch switch (1), push and hold the trunk
lid unlatch switch (1) and lift the trunk lid to
open the trunk lid.
The trunk lid unlatch switch (1) operates
when the keyless start system remote con-
troller is within the switch’s operating
range.
The trunk lid unlatch switch (1) operates
only to open the trunk lid.
If you close the trunk lid with the keyless
start system remote controller left in the
trunk with all the doors locked, the trunk
will be automatically unlatched.
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You can unlock the lid by pulling the
release lever located to the outboard side
of the driver’s seat.
EXAMPLE
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WARNING
Always make sure that the trunk lid is
closed and latched securely. Other-
wise, it may open unexpectedly while
driving. Completely closing it also
helps keep exhaust gases from enter-
ing the car.
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Internal Trunk Release
(SX4 SEDAN)
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There is a release lever located inside the
trunk, on the rear part of the trunk lid. This
lever is for emergency use so that if a per-
son, such as a child, gets trapped in the
trunk compartment, he can exit the vehicle.
The lever glows in the dark, after a brief
exposure to ambient light, so it can be
found easily. It is operated by pushing it
down in the direction of the arrow.
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The power windows can only be operated
when the ignition switch is in the “ON” posi-
tion.
The driver’s door has switches (1), (2), (4),
(5), to operate the driver’s window, the
front passenger’s window, the rear left win-
dow and the rear right window, respec-
tively.Passenger’s door
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The passenger’s door only has a switch to
operate the passenger’s window (3).
WARNING
To help avoid situations where some-
one might get trapped in the trunk,
keep your vehicle locked when unat-
tended, and do not allow anyone to
play in the trunk.
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To open a window, push the top part of the
switch and to close a window lift up the top
part of the switch.
The driver’s window has an auto-down fea-
ture for added convenience (at toll booths
or drive-through restaurants, for example).
This means you can open the window with-
out holding the window switch in the
“Down” position. Press the driver’s window
switch completely down and release it. To
stop the window before it reaches the bot-
tom, pull the switch up briefly.
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The driver’s door also has a lock switch for
the passenger’s window. When you push in
the lock switch, the passenger’s window
can not be raised or lowered by operating
any of the switches (2), (3), (4) or (5). To
restore normal operation, release the lock
switch by pushing the switch again.
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OPEN
WARNING
 You should always lock the passen-
ger’s window operation when there
are children in the vehicle. Children
can be seriously injured if they get
part of their body caught by the
window during operation.
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WARNING
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 To avoid injuring an occupant by
window entrapment, be sure no
part of the occupant’s body such
as hands or head is in the path of
the electric windows when closing
them.
 Always remove the ignition key
when leaving the vehicle even if a
short time. Also do not leave chil-
dren alone in a parked vehicle.
Unattended children could use the
electric window switches and get
trapped by the window.
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