oil additives SUZUKI XL7 2007 2.G Owners Manual

5-8 SERVICE AND APPEARANCE CARE
78J00-03E
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
Recommended SAE viscosity grade
engine oils
1506679
Look for two things:
 GM6094M
Your vehicle’s engine requires oil meet-
ing standard GM6094M. Look for and
use only an oil that meets standard
GM6094M.
 SAE 5W-30
As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE
5W-30 is best for your vehicle.
These numbers on an oil container show
its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use
other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-
50.
808500
Oils meeting these requirements should
also have the starburst symbol on the con-
tainer. This symbol indicates that the oil
has been certified by the American Petro-
leum Institute (API).
Look for this information on the oil con-
tainer, and use only those oils that are
identified as meeting standard GM6094M
and have the starburst symbol on the front
of the oil container.If you are in an area of extreme cold,
where the temperature falls below –20°F
(–29°C), it is recommended that you use
either an SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or an
SAE 0W-30 oil. Both provide easier cold
starting and better protection for the
engine at extremely low temperatures.
Engine Oil Additives
Do not add anything to the oil. The recom-
mended oils with the starburst symbol that
meet standard GM6094M are all you need
for good performance and engine protec-
tion.
Engine Oil Life SystemWhen to Change Engine Oil
Your vehicle has a computer system that
lets you know when to change the engine
oil and filter. This is based on engine revo-
lutions and engine temperature, and not on
mileage. Based on driving conditions, the
mileage at which an oil change will be indi-
cated can vary considerably. For the oil life
HOT WEATHER
LOOK FOR THIS
SYMBOL AND
STANDARD
GM6094M
COLD WEATHERSAE 5W-30
DO NOT USE SAE 10W-40, SAE 20W-50
OR ANY OTHER VISCOSITY GRADE OIL
NOT RECOMMENDED
CAUTION
Use only engine oil identified as
meeting standard GM6094M and
showing the American Petroleum
Institute Certified For Gasoline
Engines starburst symbol. Failure to
use the recommended oil can result
in engine damage not covered by
your warranty.

8-1 INDEX
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INDEXAAccessories and Modifications
..........................................5-1
Accessory Power Outlet(s)
.................................................3-10
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
..........5-1
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle .....1-42
Additional Required Services
.............................................6-11
Additional Required Services except CANADA
................6-6
Additives
..............................................................................5-2
Add-On Electrical Equipment
.............................................5-53
Airbag Readiness Light
......................................................3-16
Airbag System
.....................................................................1-33
All-Wheel Drive ....................................................................5-22
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System
..........................................4-6
All-Wheel Drive Disabled Light ..........................................3-25
Aluminum Wheels
...............................................................5-50
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
..........................................4-4
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
............................3-20
Appearance Care
.................................................................5-48
Assist Handles
.....................................................................2-22
At Each Fuel Fill ...................................................................6-14
At Least Once a Month
........................................................6-14
At Least Once a Year
...........................................................6-14
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
..........................................3-73
Audio System(s)
..................................................................3-39
Automatic Climate Control System
...................................3-10
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ................................2-20
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass
.......2-20
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
..................................................5-10Automatic Transaxle Operation
......................................... 2-14
BBattery
.................................................................................. 5-18
Battery Run-Down Protection
............................................ 3-9
Battery Warning Light
........................................................ 3-19
Before Driving
..................................................................... 2-11
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
.......................................... 4-12
Brake System Warning Light
............................................. 3-19
Brakes
.................................................................................. 5-17
Braking ................................................................................. 4-3
Bulb Replacement
............................................................... 5-23
Buying New Tires ................................................................ 5-34
CCalifornia Fuel
..................................................................... 5-2
California Proposition 65 Warning
.................................... 5-1
Capacities and Specifications
........................................... 5-57
Care of Safety Belts
............................................................ 5-49
Care of the CD and DVD Player
......................................... 3-74
Care of Your CDs and DVDs
.............................................. 3-74
Cargo Lamp
......................................................................... 3-9
Carrier Assembly-Differential (Rear Drive Module)
......... 5-22
Center Console Storage Area
............................................ 2-22
Change Engine Oil Light
.................................................... 3-24
Changing a Flat Tire
........................................................... 5-38
Checking the Restraint Systems
....................................... 1-42
Checking Things Under the Hood ..................................... 5-5
Chemical Paint Spotting
..................................................... 5-51
Child Restraint Systems ..................................................... 1-21