keyless entry SUZUKI SX4 2010 1.G Owners Manual

BEFORE DRIVING
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80J23-03E
60G404
BEFORE DRIVINGKeys ...................................................................................... 2-1
Door Locks .......................................................................... 2-1
Keyless Start System Remote Controller/
Keyless Entry System Transmitter .................................... 2-6
Theft Deterrent Light ........................................................... 2-17
Windows .............................................................................. 2-17
Mirrors .................................................................................. 2-19
Front Seats .......................................................................... 2-21
Front Seat Heater (if equipped) .......................................... 2-23
Rear Seats ............................................................................ 2-24
Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems ........................... 2-28
Supplemental Restraint System (air bags) ....................... 2-47
Instrument Cluster .............................................................. 2-59
Warning and Indicator Lights ............................................ 2-60
Speedometer ....................................................................... 2-68
Tachometer .......................................................................... 2-69
Fuel Gauge ........................................................................... 2-69
Temperature Gauge ............................................................ 2-70
Information display ............................................................. 2-70
Lighting Control Lever ........................................................ 2-75
Front Fog Light Switch (if equipped) ................................ 2-77
Turn Signal Control Lever .................................................. 2-77
Hazard Warning Switch ...................................................... 2-78
Windshield Wiper and Washer Lever ................................ 2-78
Tilt Steering Lock Lever (if equipped) ............................... 2-81
Horn ...................................................................................... 2-81
Heated Rear Window and Heated Outside Rearview
Mirrors (if equipped) Switch ............................................... 2-81

2-3BEFORE DRIVING
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NOTE:
 If your vehicle is equipped with the key-
less entry system, you can also lock or
unlock all doors by operating the remote
controller/transmitter. Refer to “Keyless
Start System Remote Controller/Key-
less Entry System Transmitter” in this
section.
 If your vehicle is equipped with the key-
less start system, you can also lock or
unlock all doors by pushing the request
switch on the door handle. Refer to “Key-
less Start System Remote Controller/
Keyless Entry System Transmitter” in
this section.
Child Lock System (rear doors)
80JM019
(1) LOCK
(2) UNLOCK
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.
Ta i l g a t e ( S X 4 )
80JC059
(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.
WARNING
Be sure to place the child lock in the
“LOCK” position whenever children
are seated in the rear.EXAMPLE
(2)
(1)
(1)
EXAMPLE
Door Locks: 3, 5, 8

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Keyless Start System Remote
Controller/Keyless Entry
System Transmitter
66J111
Your vehicle is equipped with either a key-
less start system remote controller (Type
A) or a keyless entry system transmitter
(Type B). The remote controller has a key-
less entry system and a keyless start sys-
tem. The transmitter has only a keyless
entry system. For details, refer to the fol-
lowing explanations.Keyless Start System Remote
Controller (Type A)
The remote controller enables the following
operations:
 You can lock or unlock the doors by
operating the LOCK/UNLOCK buttons
on the remote controller. Refer to the
explanation in this section.
 You can lock or unlock the doors by
pushing the request switch on the door
handle. For details, refer to the explana-
tion in this section.
 You can start the engine without using
an ignition key. For details, refer to “Igni-
tion Switch” in the “OPERATING YOUR
VEHICLE” section.
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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 remote controller 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.
The turn signal lights will flash once when
the doors are locked.
When the doors are unlocked:
 The turn signal lights will flash twice.
 If the interior light switch is in the
“DOOR” position, the interior light will
turn on for about 15 seconds and then
fade out. If you push in the ignition
switch or insert the key during this time,
the light will start to fade out immedi-
ately.
Be sure the doors are locked after you
operate the “LOCK” button (1).
If no door is opened within about 30 sec-
onds after the “UNLOCK” button (2) is
operated, the doors will automatically lock
again.
Type A Type B
(1)(2)(3)
Door Locks: 3, 5, 8

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NOTE:
The keyless start system may not function
correctly in certain environments or under
certain operating conditions such as the
following:
 When there are strong signals coming
from a television, power station or a cel-
lular phone.
 When the remote controller is in contact
with or covered by a metal object.
 When a radio wave type remote keyless
entry is used nearby.
 When the remote controller is placed
near an electronic device such as per-
sonal computer.Some additional precautions you should
take and information you should be aware
of are:
 Make sure the ignition key is stowed in
the remote controller. If the remote con-
troller becomes unreliable, you will not
be able to lock or unlock the doors or
start the engine.
 Be sure that the driver always carries the
remote controller.
 If you lose one of the remote controllers,
ask your SUZUKI dealer as soon as pos-
sible for a replacement. Be sure to have
your dealer program the new remote
controller code in your vehicle’s memory
so that the old code is erased, or per-
form the programming procedure your-
self according to the instructions in this
section.
 You can use up to four remote controllers
and ignition keys for your vehicle. Ask
your SUZUKI dealer for details.
 The battery life of the remote controller
is about two years, but it can vary
depending on usage conditions.
80JC026
To stow the ignition key into the remote
controller, push the key in the remote con-
troller until you hear a click.
80JC027
To remove the key from the remote control-
ler, push the button (A) in the direction of
the arrow and pull the key out from the
remote controller.
CAUTION
The remote controller is a sensitive
electronic instrument. To avoid dam-
aging the remote controller:
 Do not expose it to impacts, mois-
ture or high temperature such as by
leaving it on the dashboard under
direct sunlight.
 Keep the remote controller away
from magnetic objects such as a
television.
(A)
Windows: 3, 8

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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).
80JC093
1. Push the power door locking switch
of the driver’s door to the lock posi-
tion and then push it to the unlock (2)
position.
2. Repeat step 1 two more times.
3. Push the power door locking switch
of the driver’s door to the lock (1)
position.
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 controller.
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 procedure
of 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.
UNLOCK
(2)LOCK
(1)
Seat Adjustment: 3

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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.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)
52D209
(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.
(1)
(2)
(3)
Seat Adjustment: 3
Head Restraints: 3

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The turn signal lights will flash once when
the doors are locked.
When the doors are unlocked:
 The turn signal lights will flash twice.
 If the interior light switch is in the
“DOOR” 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 (1).
If no door is opened within about 30 sec-
onds after the “UNLOCK” button (2) 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 cannot 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.“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:
52D210
1) Put the edge of a coin or a flat blade
screwdriver in the slot of the transmitter
and pry it open.
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.
Head Restraints: 3
Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems: 3

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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.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.
(2)
Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems: 3

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Low Fuel Warning Light
54G343
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”.
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.Open Door Warning Light
54G391
This light remains on until all doors (includ-
ing the tailgate of SX4) are completely
closed.If any door (including the tailgate of SX4) is
open when the vehicle is moving, a ding
sounds to remind you to close all doors
completely.
“CRUISE” Indicator Light
(if equipped)
52D113
When the cruise control system is on, this
light will be on.“SET” Indicator Light (if equipped)
65D474
When the vehicle’s speed is controlled by
the cruise control system, this light will be
on.
Keyless Start System Indicator
Light (if equipped)
80JM122
When you push the ignition switch for vehi-
cle with the keyless start system, this light
will come on in blue or red. If this light
comes on in blue, you can turn the ignition
switch without using an ignition key. If this
light comes on in red, you cannot turn the
ignition switch without using an ignition
key. For details, refer to “Ignition Switch” in
the “OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE” sec-
tion.
If this light blinks in red, it reminds you that
the remote controller is not in the vehicle.
For details, refer to “Keyless Start System
Remote Controller/Keyless Entry System
Transmitter” in this section.

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INDEX80J23-03E
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck .................................................... 4-4
Ignition Key Reminder........................................................... 2-1
Ignition Switch ....................................................................... 3-2
Illumination control setting................................................. 2-74
Illumination Indicator Light................................................. 2-67
Improving Fuel Economy ...................................................... 4-2
Information display.............................................................. 2-70
Inside Rearview Mirror ........................................................ 2-19
Installation of Child Restraint with Top Strap ................... 2-44
Installation with Lap-Shoulder Seat Belts
(child restraint with no top strap)....................................... 2-38
Installation with the LATCH System .................................. 2-40
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption ...................................... 2-70
Instrument Cluster ............................................................... 2-59
intelligent All Wheel Drive (i-AWD) AUTO Indicator
Light ...................................................................................... 2-67
intelligent All Wheel Drive (i-AWD) LOCK Indicator
Light ...................................................................................... 2-68
Interior Light Switch ............................................................ 5-45JJacking Instructions .............................................................. 8-2
Jump Starting Instructions ................................................... 8-5KKeyless Entry System Transmitter .................................... 2-13
Keyless Start System Indicator Light ................................ 2-66
Keyless Start System Remote Controller ............................ 2-6
Keys ........................................................................................ 2-1LLap-Shoulder Belt ................................................................ 2-30
Lighting Control Lever ........................................................ 2-75
Lighting Operation............................................................... 2-76Lights “On” reminder .......................................................... 2-76
Listening to a CD.................................................................. 5-22
Listening to a CD from an External CD Changer
(Option) ................................................................................. 5-34
Listening to a XM Satellite Radio (Option)......................... 5-31
Listening to Audio for AUX (Option) .................................. 5-33
Listening to the Radio ......................................................... 5-20
Low Fuel Warning Light ...................................................... 2-66
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light .............................. 2-60, 3-26
Luggage Compartment Board ............................................ 5-53
Luggage Compartment Cover............................................. 5-52
Luggage Compartment Light .............................................. 5-46
MMaintenance Recommended under Severe Driving
Conditions .............................................................................. 7-7
Maintenance Schedule .......................................................... 7-2
Malfunction Indicator Light ................................................. 2-65
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System .................... 5-5
Manual Transaxle ................................................................. 3-10
Mirrors ................................................................................... 2-19OOdometer .............................................................................. 2-74
Oil Level Check .................................................................... 7-11
Oil Pressure Light................................................................ 2-64
On-Board Vehicle Computers and Event Data
Recorders ............................................................................. 10-3
Open Door Warning Light ................................................... 2-66
Outside Rearview Mirrors.................................................... 2-20PParking Brake Lever ..................................................... 3-6, 7-23
Pedals...................................................................................... 3-7