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14.5 mm
SERVICE STATION INFORMATION
Fuel recommendation:
Brake and clutch fluid:
See page 1-1
DOT3
Engine oil recommendation:
Automatic transmission fluid:
Engine oil with “Starburst” symbol
SUZUKI ATF 3317 or Mobil ATF 3309
For further details, see “Engine Oil and Filter” in the
“INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE” section.
Tire cold pressure:
See the “Tire Information Label” located on the
driver’s door lock pillar.
Suzuki Red: Magenta 100%, Yellow 100%
Suzuki Blue: Cyan 100%, Magenta 70%
takumi Blue: Cyan 100%, Black 85%
Black
This owner’s manual applies to the GRAND VITARA series:
79K035
NOTE: The illustrated model is one of the GRAND VITARA series.
© 2009
All rights reserved.
No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or
mechanical, for any purpose, without the express written permission of Suzuki Motor Corporation.
79K21-03E
SUZUKI
MOTOR
CORPORATION
IF YOU HAVE ANY PROBLEMS WITH
YOUR SUZUKI:
FOREWORD
believes in conservation and protection of
Earth’s natural resources.
Your SUZUKI multipurpose vehicle is
designed and built to be capable of per-
forming both on pavement and off road.
You should therefore remember that your
vehicle is distinctly different from ordinary
passenger cars in handling as well as in
structure. As with other vehicles of this
type, failure to operate this vehicle cor-
rectly may result in loss of control or an
accident. Be sure to read “Important Vehi-
cle Design Features to Know” and the “on-
pavement” and “off-road” driving guidelines
which follow. It is very important to familiar-
ize yourself with the proper operation of
this vehicle before you start driving.
Please review the New Vehicle Warranty
Information booklet supplied with your
SUZUKI. Should you have a question or
problem regarding the warranty or service
of your vehicle, please take the following
action:
To that end, we encourage every vehicle
owner to recycle, trade in, or properly dis-
pose of, as appropriate, used motor oil,
coolant, and other fluids, batteries and
tires.
Consult the Service Manager and the
Owner of the Suzuki Automotive Dealer-
ship. Explain your problem and ask for
their assistance in resolving your problem.
The Owner of the dealership is in the very
best position to assist you as he or she is
vitally concerned with your continued satis-
faction.
If you are still in need of additional informa-
tion, or if you are dissatisfied, request that
your dealer arrange a meeting with your
District Service Manager.
All information in this manual is based
on the latest product information avail-
able at the time of publication. Due to
improvements or other changes, there
may be discrepancies between informa-
tion in this manual and your vehicle.
If, after doing so, you still require further
assistance, and you purchased your
SUZUKI in the continental United States,
please contact the American Suzuki Cus-
tomer Relations Department by telephone
at 1-800-934-0934 or in writing at:
SUZUKI
MOTOR
CORPORATION
reserves the right to make production
changes at any time, without notice and
without incurring any obligation to
make the same or similar changes to
vehicles previously built or sold.
American Suzuki Motor Corporation
Automotive Customer Relations
3251 East Imperial Highway
Brea, CA 92821-6795
79K21-03E
If you purchased your SUZUKI in Canada
please contact the Suzuki Canada Cus-
tomer Relations Department by telephone
at 1-905-889-2677 extension 2254 or in
writing at:
IMPORTANT
WARNING/CAUTION/NOTE
Please read this manual and follow its
instructions carefully. To emphasize spe-
cial information, the symbol
words WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE
have special meanings. Pay special atten-
tion to the messages highlighted by these
signal words:
and the
Suzuki Canada Inc.
Customer Relations
100 East Beaver Creek Road
Richmond Hill, On
L4B 1J6
In the event you require assistance related
to your SUZUKI, while temporarily travel-
ling in either the United States or Canada,
you may wish to contact the Suzuki Cus-
tomer Relations Department directly of the
country in which you are temporarily oper-
ating your vehicle.
WARNING
Indicates
a
potential hazard that
could result in death or injury.
75F135
The circle with a slash in this manual
means “Don’t do this” or “Don’t let this hap-
pen”.
CAUTION
Indicates
a
potential hazard that
could result in vehicle damage.
Please be certain to provide us with the fol-
lowing information: the model, Vehicle
Identification Number, mileage, accesso-
ries involved, event dates, your concern,
and any other comments which you may
have. When we receive your correspon-
dence, we will be pleased to contact the
Owner of your dealership and assist in
resolving your concern.
NOTE:
Indicates special information to make
maintenance easier or instructions clearer.
For owners outside the continental United
States, please refer to the distributor’s
address listed in your Warranty Information
booklet.
79K21-03E
MODIFICATION WARNING LEAK DETECTION PUMP
NOTE:
WARNING
Your vehicle has a pump to regularly check
the vehicle’s evaporative emission control
system for leaks. This check is performed
approximately five hours after the engine is
turned off. During this leak check, you may
hear a sound coming from the vehicle for
several minutes. This sound is normal and
does not indicate a malfunction.
Do not modify this vehicle. Modifica-
tion could adversely affect safety,
handling, performance or durability
and may violate governmental regula-
tions. In addition, damage or perfor-
mance problems resulting from
modification may not be covered
under warranty.
CAUTION
Improper installation of mobile com-
munication equipment such as cellu-
lar telephones or CB (Citizen’s Band)
radios may cause electronic interfer-
ence with your vehicle’s ignition sys-
tem, resulting in vehicle performance
problems. Consult your SUZUKI
dealer or qualified service technician
for advice on installing such mobile
communication equipment.
79K21-03E
MEMO
79K21-03E
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing SUZUKI and welcome to our growing family. Your choice was a wise one; SUZUKI products are a great value
that will give you years of driving pleasure.
This Owner’s Manual was prepared to help you have a safe, enjoyable, and trouble-free experience with your SUZUKI. In it you will learn
about the vehicle’s operation, its safety features and maintenance requirements. Please read it carefully before operating your vehicle.
Afterwards, keep this Manual in the glove box for future reference.
Should you resell the vehicle, please leave this Manual with it for the next owner.
In addition to the Owner’s Manual, the other booklets provided with your SUZUKI explain the vehicle’s warranties. We recommend you
read them as well to familiarize yourself with this important information.
When planning the regular scheduled maintenance of your SUZUKI, we recommend you visit your local SUZUKI dealership. Their fac-
tory-trained technicians will provide the best possible service and use only genuine SUZUKI parts and accessories.
79K21-03E
SERVICE STATION GUIDE
1. Fuel (see section 1)
2. Engine hood (see section 5)
3. Tire changing tools (see section 8)
4. Engine oil dipstick <Yellow>
(see section 7)
1
5. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick
<Red> (see section 7)
6. Engine coolant (see section 7)
7. Windshield washer fluid
(see section 7)
8
6
8. Battery (see section 7)
5 (4A/T)
10
9. Tire pressure (see Tire Information
Label on driver’s door lock pillar)
10. Spare tire (see section 8)
2
(5A/T)
4
5
2
3
7
9
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FUEL RECOMMENDATION
BEFORE DRIVING
1
California Proposition 65 Warning
2
WARNING
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
DRIVING TIPS
3
Engine exhaust, some of its constitu-
ents, and certain product compo-
nents contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
4
OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
EMERGENCY SERVICE
APPEARANCE CARE
5
6
7
8
9
GENERAL INFORMATION
FUSES AND PROTECTED CIRCUITS
SPECIFICATIONS
10
11
12
13
INDEX
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ILLUSTRATED TABLE OF CONTENTS
EXTERIOR
EXAMPLE
1. Rear Window Wiper (P.2-81)
2. Engine Hood (P.5-63)
3. Windshield Wiper (P.2-79)
4. Roof Rails or Roof Rack Anchors
(if equipped) (P.5-78)
1
2
3
4
5
5. Radio Antenna (P.5-8)
6. Spare Wheel (P.8-3)
7. Tailgate (P.2-3)
8. Fuel Filler Cap (P.5-62)
9. Outside Rearview Mirror (P.2-17)
10. Door Locks (P.2-1)
6
7
8
9
10
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ILLUSTRATED TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTERIOR
EXAMPLE
1. Interior Light (P.5-64, P.7-40)
2. Seat Belts (P.2-26)
1
2
3
1
4
5
6
7
8
3. Coat hooks (if equipped) (P.5-70)
4. Side Curtain Air Bags (P.2-46)
5. Sun Visor (P.5-64)
6. Overhead Console Box (if equipped)
(P.5-71)
7. Spot Light (P.5-66, P.7-41)
8. Inside Rearview Mirror (P.2-17)
9. Luggage Compartment Cover
(P.5-74)
10. Rear Seats (P.2-22)
11. Side Air Bags (P.2-46)
12. Parking Brake Lever (P.3-7)
13. Front Seats (P.2-18)
14. Gearshift Lever (P.3-11)
9
10
11
12
13
14
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ILLUSTRATED TABLE OF CONTENTS
INSTRUMENT PANEL
EXAMPLE
1. Power Window Controls
(if equipped) (P.2-15)
1 2
3
4
35
6
7
4
1
2. Power Mirror Control (if equipped)
(P.2-18)
3. Remote Audio Controls (if equipped)
(P.5-56)
4. Front Air Bags (P.2-45)
5. Cruise Control (P.3-26)
6. Hazard Warning Switch (P.2-79)
7. Heating and Air Conditioning System
(P.5-1)
8. Fuel Lid Opener Lever (P.5-62)
9. Front Seat Heater (if equipped)
(P.2-21)
10. Accessory Socket (if equipped)
(P.5-66)
8
190
191
120
79K003
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ILLUSTRATED TABLE OF CONTENTS
INSTRUMENT PANEL
EXAMPLE
1
2
3
4
1. Lighting Control Lever (P.2-75)/
Turn Signal Control Lever (P.2-78)
2. Instrument Cluster (P.2-54)
3. Windshield Wiper and Washer Lever
(P.2-79)/Rear Window Wiper and
Washer Switch (P.2-81)
4. Rear Window Defroster and Outside
Rearview Mirrors Defroster Switch
(if equipped) (P.2-82)
5. Front Fog Light Switch (if equipped)
(P.2-78)
6. Engine Hood Release Handle
(P.5-63)
7. Horn (P.2-82)
8. Ignition Switch (P.3-3)
10. “ESP OFF” Switch (if equipped)
(P.3-34)/Hill descent control Switch
(if equipped) (P.3-35)
65
76
78
89
190
101
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Location of Warning Messages: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10,
14
LOCATION OF WARNING
MESSAGES
6
Read and follow all of the warnings (labels
etc.) on your vehicle. Make sure you
16
4
understand all of them. Keep them on the
5
14
15
vehicle. Do not remove the messages for
any reason. If a label comes off or the
messages become difficult to be read,
have it corrected by your SUZUKI dealer.
13
1. Air bag warning labels
(on both sun visors)
14
13
14
13
2. Rollover warning label
3. Passenger seat belt warning label
4. Jacking warning label
5. Jacking warning label
6. Fuel filler cap message
7. Transfer switch warning label
1
Driver
Passenger
3
8. Brake fluid cap message
9. Engine cooling fan warning label
10. Radiator cap warning label
11. Air conditioner warning label
2
12
7
12. Battery label
13. Side air bag warning label
14. Rear outboard seat belt warning label
15. Rear center seat belt warning label
16. Luggage compartment cover warning
label
8
9
11
10
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Fuel Recommendation: 1, 2
FUEL RECOMMENDATION
Gasoline Containing MTBE
Fuel Pump Labeling
Fuel Recommendation
Unleaded gasoline containing MTBE
(methyl tertiary butyl ether) may be used in
your vehicle if the MTBE content is not
greater than 15%. This oxygenated fuel
does not contain alcohol.
In some states, pumps that dispense oxy-
genated fuels are required to be labeled for
the type and percentage of oxygenate and
whether important additives are present.
Such labels may provide enough informa-
tion for you to determine if a particular
blend of fuel meets the requirements listed
above. In other areas, pumps may not be
clearly labeled as to the content or type of
oxygenate and additives. If you are not
sure that the fuel you intend to use meets
these requirements, check with the service
station operator or the fuel supplier.
Gasoline/Ethanol blends
Blends of unleaded gasoline and ethanol
(grain alcohol), also known as gasohol,
may be used in your vehicle if the ethanol
content is not greater than 10%.
Gasoline/Methanol blends
Fuels containing 5% or less methanol
(wood alcohol) may be suitable for use in
your vehicle if they contain cosolvents and
corrosion inhibitors. Do NOT USE fuels
containing more than 5% methanol under
any circumstances. Fuel system damage
or vehicle performance problems resulting
from the use of such fuels are not the
responsibility of SUZUKI and may not be
covered under the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
NOTE:
60A004
To help clean the air, SUZUKI recom-
mends you use the oxygenated fuels.
However, if you are not satisfied with the
driveability or fuel economy of your vehicle
when you are using an oxygenated fuel,
switch back to the regular unleaded gaso-
line.
Your vehicle requires regular unleaded
gasoline with a minimum rating of 87 pump
octane ((R + M)/2 method). In some areas,
the only fuels that are available are oxy-
genated fuels.
Oxygenated fuels which meet the mini-
mum octane requirement and the require-
ments described below may be used in
your vehicle without jeopardizing the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
CAUTION
Be careful not to spill fuel containing
alcohol while refueling. If fuel is
spilled on the vehicle body, wipe it up
immediately. Fuels containing alco-
hol can cause paint damage, which is
not covered under the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
NOTE:
Oxygenated fuels are fuels which contain
oxygen-carrying additives such as MTBE
or alcohol.
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BEFORE DRIVING
BEFORE DRIVING
Keys ...................................................................................... 2-1
Door Locks .......................................................................... 2-1
Keyless Start System Remote Controller/Keyless Entry
System Transmitter ............................................................. 2-4
Theft Deterrent Light ........................................................... 2-15
Windows .............................................................................. 2-15
Mirrors .................................................................................. 2-17
Front Seats .......................................................................... 2-18
Rear Seats ............................................................................ 2-22
Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems ........................... 2-26
Supplemental Restraint System (air bags) ....................... 2-43
Instrument Cluster .............................................................. 2-54
Warning and Indicator Lights ............................................ 2-55
Speedometer ....................................................................... 2-65
Tachometer .......................................................................... 2-65
Fuel Gauge ........................................................................... 2-65
Temperature Gauge ............................................................ 2-66
Brightness Control .............................................................. 2-66
Information Display (if equipped) ...................................... 2-67
Lighting Control Lever ........................................................ 2-75
Front Fog Light Switch (if equipped) ................................ 2-78
Turn Signal Control Lever .................................................. 2-78
Hazard Warning Switch ...................................................... 2-79
Windshield Wiper and Washer Lever ................................ 2-79
Tilt Steering Lock Lever ..................................................... 2-82
Horn ...................................................................................... 2-82
Rear Window Defroster and Outside Rearview Mirrors
2
60G404
Defroster (if equipped) Switch ........................................... 2-82
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Keys: 8
Spare Tire Nut Lock: 5
BEFORE DRIVING
Ignition Key Reminder
Keys
Door Locks
A buzzer sounds intermittently to remind
you to remove the ignition key if it is in the
ignition switch when the driver’s door is
opened.
WARNING
EXAMPLE
Always lock all doors when driving.
Locking the doors helps to prevent
occupants from being thrown from
the vehicle in the event of an acci-
dent. It also helps prevent unin-
tended opening of the doors.
Side Door Locks
UNLOCK
LOCK
54G489
Your vehicle comes with a pair of identical
keys. Keep the spare key in a safe place.
One key can open all of the locks on the
vehicle.
Rear
The key identification number is stamped
on a metal tag provided with the keys.
Keep the tag in a safe place. If you lose
your keys, you will need this number to
have new keys made. Write the number
below for your future reference.
Front
60A009
To lock a front door from outside the vehi-
cle:
KEY NUMBER:
• Insert the key and turn the top of the key
toward the front of the vehicle, or
• Turn the lock knob forward and close the
door.
2-1
79K21-03E
Door Locks: 3, 5, 8
BEFORE DRIVING
To unlock a front door from outside the
vehicle, insert the key and turn the top of
the key toward the rear of the vehicle.
Driver’s side
EXAMPLE
Power Door Locking System
(if equipped)
UNLOCK
UNLOCK
LOCK
LOCK
UNLOCK
LOCK
Rear
79K005
Front
Front passenger’s side
64J003
64J002
LOCK
UNLOCK
You can lock and unlock all doors (includ-
ing the tailgate) simultaneously by:
• Turning the key in the driver’s door lock,
or
To lock a door from inside the vehicle, turn
the lock knob forward. Turn the lock knob
rearward to unlock the door.
• Pushing the power door locking switch
located on the door panel of either front
door.
To lock a rear side door from outside the
vehicle, turn the lock knob forward and
close the door.
(when using the key)
To lock all doors simultaneously, insert the
key in the driver’s door lock, and turn the
key to the LOCK side.
79K006
To unlock all doors simultaneously, insert
the key in the driver’s door lock and turn
the key to the UNLOCK side twice.
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Door Locks: 3, 5, 8
BEFORE DRIVING
(when using the power door locking
switch)
To lock or unlock all the doors simulta-
neously, depress the front or rear of the
switch respectively.
Child Lock System (rear doors)
Tailgate
You can lock or unlock the tailgate by using
the key in the driver’s door lock.
NOTE:
(2)
When, in parked condition on a road, the
tailgate is open and hides the lights, it is
necessary to indicate the presence of the
vehicle, for example by means of a warn-
ing triangle or other devices according to
national requirements for use on the road.
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.
(1)
If you cannot unlock the tailgate due to a
discharged battery or malfunction, follow
the procedures below to unlock the tailgate
from inside the vehicle.
1) Remove the luggage compartment
cover.
2) Fold the rear seat forward for easier
access. Refer to the “Folding Rear
Seats” section for details on how to fold
the rear seat forward.
• 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.
79K009
(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.
WARNING
Be sure to place the child lock sys-
tem in the “LOCK” position whenever
children are seated in the rear.
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Door Locks: 3, 5, 8
BEFORE DRIVING
Keyless Start System Remote
Controller/Keyless Entry
System Transmitter
(2)
Type A
Type B
(1)
64J202
64J203
3) Remove the cap (1) by hand.
5) Push down on the emergency lever (2)
using a jack handle or a flat blade
screwdriver. To lock the tailgate, push
up on the emergency lever (2).
4) Break the vinyl using a jack handle or a
flat blade screwdriver to access the
emergency lever (2).
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.
WARNING
To avoid injury, do not use your fin-
ger to push the emergency lever.
After using the emergency lever, be sure to
see your SUZUKI dealer.
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Door Locks: 3, 5, 8
BEFORE DRIVING
“LOCK” button (1) / “UNLOCK” button
(2) function
You can lock or unlock all doors (including
the tailgate) simultaneously by operating
the remote controller near the vehicle.
NOTE:
Keyless Start System Remote
Controller (Type A)
• The maximum operating distance of the
remote controller is about 5 m (16 ft.),
but this can vary depending on the sur-
roundings, especially near other trans-
mitting devices such as radio towers or
CB (Citizen’s Band) radios.
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 (includ-
ing the tailgate) by pushing the request
switch on the door handle of each door
or the tailgate. For details, refer to the
explanation 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.
• 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 door locks cannot be operated with
the remote controller if the ignition switch
is in a position other than “LOCK”, or the
ignition key is inserted in the ignition
switch.
If any door is open, you cannot lock the
door by operating the remote controller,
however unlock the door.
The turn signal lights will flash once when
the doors are locked.
• You cannot lock the door unless all of the
doors are closed completely.
When the doors are unlocked:
• 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.
• 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.
(1)
(2)
(3)
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.
66J114
(1) “LOCK” button
(2) “UNLOCK” button
(3) “PANIC” button
2-5
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Door Locks: 3, 5, 8
BEFORE DRIVING
“PANIC” button (3) function
Keyless unlocking/locking using the
request switches
When the doors are unlocked:
This function is to get the attention of oth-
ers.
• 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.
EXAMPLE
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
remote controller. You can also insert the
key in the ignition switch and turn to the
“ON” position to cancel the “PANIC” mode.
Be sure the doors are locked after you
operate the request switch to lock the
doors.
NOTE:
NOTE:
(1)
(1)
• The door locks cannot be operated by
the request switch under the following
conditions:
– If any door is open or is not completely
closed.
– If the ignition switch is in a position
other than “LOCK”.
– If the ignition key is inserted in the igni-
tion switch.
• If no doors are opened within about 30
seconds after unlocking the doors by
pushing the request switch, the doors
will be locked again automatically.
The “PANIC” button function will not acti-
vate when the key is in the ignition switch.
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When the remote controller is within the
operating range described in this section,
you can lock or unlock the doors by push-
ing the request switch (1) on the door han-
dle of each door or the tailgate.
To lock all doors when all doors are
unlocked:
• Push the request switch on one of the
door handles once.
The turn signal lights will flash once when
the doors are locked.
To unlock a door or all doors:
• Push the request switch on the door
handle once to unlock only one door.
• Push the request switch on the door
handle twice to unlock all doors.
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Door Locks: 3, 5, 8
BEFORE DRIVING
• If a spare remote controller is in the vehi-
cle, the request switches may not oper-
ate normally.
NOTE:
The keyless start system may not function
correctly in certain environments or under
certain operating conditions such as the
following:
EXAMPLE
(1)
• The remote controller will only operate a
request switch if it is within the switch’s
operating range. For example, if the
remote controller is within the operating
range of the driver’s door request switch
but not the front passenger’s door
request switch or the tailgate request
switch, the driver’s door switch can be
operated but the front passenger’s door
switch or tailgate switch cannot be oper-
ated.
• 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.
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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.
CAUTION
(1) 80 cm (2 1/2 feet)
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.
When the remote controller is within
approximately 80 cm (2 1/2 feet) from a
front door handle or the tailgate switch, you
can lock or unlock the doors by pushing
the request switch.
• Be sure that the driver always carries the
remote controller.
NOTE:
• If the remote controller is outside the
• 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.
request
switch
operating
range
described above, you will not be able to
operate the request switch.
• If the battery of the remote controller
runs down or there are strong radio
waves or noise, the request switch oper-
ating range may be reduced or the
remote controller may be inoperative.
• If the remote controller is too close to the
door, the request switches may not oper-
ate.
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Door Locks: 3, 5, 8
BEFORE DRIVING
• 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.
Reminder function
• If you open the driver’s door and lock the
door by turning the lock knob forward or
pushing the power door locking switch,
the driver’s door will be automatically
unlocked.
• If you open a door other than the driver’s
door and lock the front passenger’s door
by turning the lock knob forward or push-
ing the power door locking switch, the
front passenger’s door will be automati-
cally unlocked.
NOTE:
• The reminder will not operate when the
remote controller is on the instrument
panel, in the glove box, in a storage
compartment, in the sun visor or on the
floor etc.
• Be sure that the driver always carries the
remote controller.
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EXAMPLE
To stow the ignition key into the remote
controller, push the key in the remote con-
troller until you hear a click.
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If the remote controller is not in the vehicle
under the following conditions, a buzzer
sounds intermittently for about 2 seconds
and the keyless start system indicator light
on the instrument cluster blinks in red:
• When the vehicle speed is over 10 km/h
(6 mph).
• When one or more doors are opened
and all of the doors are later closed with
the ignition switch in a position other
than “LOCK”.
• Do not leave the remote controller in the
vehicle when leaving the vehicle.
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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.
The red indicator light will turn off within
several seconds after the remote controller
is returned to an area of the vehicle other
than the rear luggage area.
If the remote controller is left in the vehicle
and you lock the driver’s door or front pas-
senger’s door as described below, the door
will be automatically unlocked.
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