Suzuki SX4 (2010 year). Instruction — part 13

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

Drive Belt

Engine Oil and Filter

Oil Level Check

Engine oil dipstick

Specified Oil

WARNING

When the engine is running, keep

hands, hair, clothing, tools, etc. away

from the moving fan and drive belts.

Check the accessory drive belt only for

damage. You do not need check it for ten-

“Starburst”

sion as it has an automatic tensioner.

If you need to replace or adjust the belt

have it done by your SUZUKI dealer.

L4 2.0L

80G064

80JC103

It is important to keep the engine oil at the

Use engine oil with the American Petro-

correct level for proper lubrication of your

ADB

leum Institute Certified For Gasoline

vehicle’s engine. Check the oil level with

GE

Engines “Starburst” symbol.

the vehicle on a level surface. The oil level

indication may be inaccurate if the vehicle

We highly recommend you use SAE 5W-

is on a slope. The oil level should be

30 oil.

checked either before starting the engine

or at least

5 minutes after stopping the

AC

CAUTION

engine.

→: 100 N (10 kg, 22 lbs) press

Failure to use the recommended oil

ADB: Accessory drive belt

GE: Generator

can result in engine damage.

DEF: Deflection

AC: Air conditioner compressor

80J2055

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

Refilling

Changing Engine Oil and Filter

FULL

EXAMPLE

ADD

EXAMPLE

EXAMPLE

Open

Close

52D084

81A147

60G306

The handle of the engine oil dipstick is col-

ored yellow for easy identification.

Remove the oil filler cap and pour oil slowly

Drain the engine oil while the engine is still

through the filler hole to bring the oil level

warm.

Pull out the oil dipstick, wipe oil off with a

to the upper limit on the dipstick. Be careful

1) Remove the oil filler cap.

clean cloth, insert the dipstick all the way

not to overfill. Too much oil is almost as

2) Place a drain pan under the drain plug.

into the engine, then remove it again. The

bad as too little oil. After refilling, start the

3) Using a wrench, remove the drain plug

oil on the stick should be between the

engine and allow it to idle for about a

and drain out the engine oil.

upper and lower limits shown on the stick.

minute. Stop the engine, wait about 5 min-

If the oil level indication is near the lower

utes and check the oil level again.

WARNING

limit, add enough oil to raise the level to the

The engine oil temperature may be

upper limit.

high enough to burn your fingers

when the drain plug is loosened. Wait

until the drain plug is cool enough to

touch with your bare hands.

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

Replace the Oil Filter

WARNING

EXAMPLE

New and used oil and solvent can be

hazardous. Children and pets may be

harmed by swallowing new or used

oil or solvent. Repeated, prolonged

contact with used engine oil may

cause

[skin] cancer. Brief contact

with used oil or solvent may irritate

skin.

• Keep new and used oil and solvent

away from children and pets.

• Wear a long-sleeve shirt and water-

proof gloves.

54G093

• Wash with soap if oil or solvent

60A198

(1) Oil filter

contacts your skin.

1)

Remove the engine under cover.

(2) 3/4 turn

2)

Using an oil filter wrench, turn the oil fil-

4) Reinstall the drain plug and gasket.

ter counterclockwise and remove it.

6) Tighten the filter 3/4 turn from the point

Tighten the plug with a wrench to the

3)

Using a clean rag, wipe off the mount-

of contact with the mounting surface (or

specified torque.

ing surface on the engine where the

to the specified torque) using an oil filter

new filter will be seated.

wrench.

Tightening torque specification

4)

Smear a little engine oil around the rub-

35 Nm (25.3 lb-ft, 3.5 kg-m)

ber gasket of the new oil filter.

Tightening torque specification

5)

Screw on the new filter by hand until the

14 Nm (10.0 lb-ft, 1.4 kg-m)

filter gasket contacts the mounting sur-

face.

CAUTION

CAUTION

To prevent oil leakage, make sure

To tighten the oil filter properly, it is

that the oil filter is tight, but do not

important to accurately identify the

overtighten it.

position at which the filter gasket

first contacts the mounting surface.

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NOTE:

Engine Coolant

When it is difficult to remove the oil filter,

EXAMPLE

we recommend you take your vehicle to

Selection of Coolant

your SUZUKI dealer for oil filter replace-

ment.

CAUTION

SUZUKI LLC: Super (Blue) coolant;

Refill with Oil and Check for Leaks

SUZUKI LLC: Super (Blue) coolant is

1) Pour oil through the filler hole and

already diluted to the proper percent-

install the filler cap.

age. Do not dilute with distilled water

For the approximate capacity of the oil,

additionally. Doing so may result in

refer to the

“Capacities” item in the

the possibility of freezing coolant

“SPECIFICATIONS” section.

and/or overheating.

2) Start the engine and look carefully for

leaks at the oil filter and drain plug. Run

the engine at various speeds for at least

80J014

To maintain optimum performance and

durability of your engine, use SUZUKI

5 minutes.

3) Stop the engine and wait about 5 min-

Genuine Coolant or equivalent.

CAUTION

utes. Check the oil level again and add

oil if necessary. Check for leaks again.

Oil leaks from around the oil filter or

NOTE:

drain plug indicate incorrect installa-

If you replace the engine coolant other

tion or gasket damage. If you find any

than the SUZUKI LLC: Super (Blue), follow

CAUTION

leaks or are not sure that the filter

the schedule of SUZUKI LLC: Standard

When replacing the oil filter, it is rec-

has been properly tightened, have

(Green). To see the detail of the mainte-

ommended that you use a genuine

the vehicle inspected by your SUZUKI

nance schedule, refer to “Periodic Mainte-

SUZUKI replacement filter. If you use

dealer.

nance Schedule” in this section.

an after-market filter, make sure it is

of equivalent quality and carefully fol-

This type of coolant is best for your cooling

low the manufacturer’s instructions

system as it:

and precautions.

• Helps maintain proper engine tempera-

ture.

• Gives proper protection against freezing

and boiling.

• Gives proper protection against corro-

sion and rust.

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Failure to use the proper coolant can dam-

Coolant Level Check

age your cooling system. Your authorized

Check the engine coolant level at the

WARNING

SUZUKI dealer can help you select the

reserve tank, not at the radiator. With the

Engine coolant is harmful or fatal if

proper coolant.

engine cool, the engine coolant level

swallowed or inhaled. Do not drink

should be between the “FULL” and “LOW”

antifreeze or coolant solution. If swal-

CAUTION

marks.

lowed, do not induce vomiting. Imme-

To avoid damaging your cooling sys-

diately contact a poison control

Adding Coolant

tem:

center or a physician. Avoid inhaling

• Always use a high quality ethylene

mist or hot vapors; if inhaled, remove

glycol base phosphate type coolant

to fresh air. If coolant gets in eyes,

diluted with distilled water at the

flush eyes with water and seek medi-

correct mixture concentration.

cal attention. Wash thoroughly after

• Make sure that the proper mix is 50/

handling. Solution can be poisonous

50 coolant to distilled water and in

to animals. Keep out of the reach of

no case higher than 70/30. Concen-

children and animals.

trations greater than 70/30 coolant

to distilled water will cause over-

CAUTION

heating conditions.

• Do not use straight coolant nor

SUZUKI LLC: Super (Blue) coolant;

plain water (except SUZUKI LLC:

SUZUKI LLC: Super (Blue) coolant is

Super (Blue)).

already diluted to the proper percent-

• Do not add extra inhibitors or addi-

age. Do not dilute with distilled water

56KN090

tives. They may not be compatible

additionally. Doing so may result in

with your cooling system.

If the engine coolant level is below the

the possibility of freezing coolant

• Do not mix different types of base

“LOW” mark, more engine coolant should

and/or overheating.

coolants. Doing so may result in

be added. Remove the reserve tank cap

accelerated seal wear and/or the

and add engine coolant until the reserve

possibility of severe overheating

tank level reaches the “FULL” mark. Never

and extensive engine/CVT damage.

fill the reserve tank above the “FULL” mark.

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

Air Cleaner

Spark Plugs

CAUTION

You should inspect spark plugs periodically

SUZUKI LLC: Standard (Green)

for carbon deposits. When carbon accu-

coolant;

mulates on a spark plug, a strong spark

• The mixture you use should con-

may not be produced. Remove carbon

tain

50% concentration of anti-

deposits with a wire or pin and adjust the

freeze.

spark plug gap.

• If the lowest ambient temperature

To access the spark plugs,

in your area is expected to be

-35°C (-31°F) or below, use higher

(3)

concentrations up to 60% following

(2)

the instructions on the antifreeze

container.

CAUTION

80J2056

When putting the cap on the reser-

If the air cleaner is clogged with dust, there

voir tank, line up the mark on the cap

will be greater intake resistance, resulting

and the mark on the tank. Failure to

in decreased power output and increased

follow this can result in coolant leak-

fuel consumption.

age.

Unclamp the side clamps, and remove the

(1)

element from the air cleaner case. If it

Coolant Replacement

80J2069

appears to be dirty, replace it with a new

Since special procedures are required, we

one.

1) Remove the air cleaner inlet hose (1).

Remove the front part (2), then remove

recommend you take your vehicle to your

SUZUKI dealer for coolant replacement.

CAUTION

the rear part (3) of the air cleaner case.

The air cleaner element should be

CAUTION

replaced every

50000 km

(30000

miles). More frequent replacement is

When remove the engine cover, make

necessary when you drive under

sure the cover does not interfere the

dusty conditions.

vehicle to avoid damage to the cover.

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

EXAMPLE

CAUTION

• When servicing the iridium/plati-

num spark plugs (slender center

electrode type plugs), do not touch

1.0 - 1.1 mm

(4)

the center electrode, as it is easy to

(0.039 - 0.043 in.)

damage.

• When installing the spark plugs,

screw them in with your fingers to

avoid stripping the threads. Tighten

with a torque wrench to 25 Nm (2.5

kg-m, 18.0 lb-ft). Do not allow con-

taminants to enter the engine

through the spark plug holes when

80J2070

80G093

the plugs are removed.

2)

Disconnect the coupler (4) while push-

• Never use spark plugs with the

ing the release lever,

wrong thread size.

3)

Remove the bolt, and

4)

Pull the ignition coil out.

CAUTION

When replacing spark plugs, you

should use the brand and type speci-

fied for your vehicle. For the speci-

fied

plugs,

refer

to

the

“SPECIFICATIONS” section at the

end of this book. If you wish to use a

brand of spark plug other than the

specified plugs, consult your SUZUKI

dealer.

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

Gear Oil

Instruction transaxle

API GRADE

EXAMPLE

Specified Gear Oil

Instruction transaxle

GL-4

When replacing gear oil, use gear oil with

the appropriate viscosity and grade as

Rear differential oil

GL-5 (Hypoid

shown in the charts below.

(i-AWD)/Transfer oil

gear oil)

(i-AWD CVT)

We highly recommend you use:

“SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W-80” for instruction

transaxle gear oil

(1)

Instruction transaxle (API GL-4)

75W-80, 75W-85, 75W-90

80J2083

o

C

-30

-20

-10

0

10

20

30

40

Transfer case (i-AWD)

o

F

-22

-4

14

32

50

68

86

104

80J2087

We highly recommend you use:

API GL-5 hypoid gear oil SAE 80W-90 for

rear differential oil (i-AWD) and transfer oil

of CVT model (i-AWD)

Rear differential oil (i-AWD)/Transfer oil

(1)

of CVT model (i-AWD)

(API GL-5 Hypoid)

80J007

(1) Oil filler and level plug

54G096

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

Rear differential (i-AWD)

Gear Oil Level Check

Clutch Pedal

The instruction transaxle, transfer gears (i-

AWD CVT) and rear differential (i-AWD)

are lubricated with gear oil. To check the

gear oil level in any of the above locations,

use the following procedure:

(1)

1) Park the vehicle on a level surface. Set

parking brake and stop the engine.

2) Remove the oil filler plug (1).

For the instruction transaxle;

3) If gear oil flow from the plug hole, the oil

level is correct. Reinstall the plug.

If gear oil do not flow from the plug

hole, add oil through the filler plug hole

80J015

until a little oil flow from the plug hole.

80J004

(1) Oil filler and level plug

For the transfer and rear differential;

Check the clutch pedal for smooth opera-

Tightening torque

3) Check the inside of the hole with your

tion and clutch fluid level from time to time.

finger. If the oil level comes up to the

If clutch dragging is felt with the pedal fully

Oil Filler Plug

bottom of the plug hole, the oil level is

depressed, have the clutch inspected by

correct. If so, reinstall the plug.

your SUZUKI dealer. If the clutch fluid level

27 Nm

4) If the oil level is low, add gear oil

is near the “MIN” line, fill it up to the “MAX”

Instruction transaxle

(19.5 lb-ft)

through the filler plug hole (1) until the

line with SAE J1703 or DOT3 brake fluid.

(2.7 kg-m)

oil level reaches the bottom of the filler

hole.

Transfer

23 Nm

(16.6 lb-ft)

Rear differential

Gear Oil Replacement

(2.3 kg-m)

Since special procedures, materials and

tools are required, it is recommended that

you trust this job to your authorized

SUZUKI dealer.

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

Continuously Variable

hot weather. Wait until the fluid cools down

(about 30 minutes), or the fluid level indica-

EXAMPLE

Transaxle (CVT) Fluid

tion will not be correct.

Specified Fluid

3) Park your vehicle on level ground.

Use a CVT fluid SUZUKI CVT FLUID

4) Apply the parking brake and then start

GREEN-1 or Shell GREEN-1V.

the engine in “P” (Park). Let it idle for

two minutes and keep it running during

Fluid Level Check

the fluid level check.

5) With your foot on the brake pedal, move

CAUTION

the gearshift lever through each gear,

Driving with too much or too little

pausing for about three seconds in

fluid can damage the transaxle.

each range. Then move it back to the

“P” (Park) position.

80J2071

You must check the fluid level with the CVT

fluid at normal operating temperature.

WARNING

Be sure to depress the brake pedal

EXAMPLE

To check the fluid level:

1) To warm up the transaxle fluid, drive the

when moving the gearshift lever, or

(3)

the vehicle can move suddenly.

vehicle or idle the engine until the tem-

(1)

perature gauge indicates normal oper-

ating temperature.

EXAMPLE

(2)

2) Then drive for ten more minutes.

CAUTION

Be sure to use the specified CVT

fluid. Using CVT fluid other than

SUZUKI CVT FLUID GREEN-1 or Shell

GREEN-1V may damage the CVT of

your vehicle.

80J2072

(1) FULL

NOTE:

(2) LOW

Do not check the fluid level if you have just

(3) The lowest point = Fluid level

driven the vehicle for a long time at high

75F086

speed, or if you have driven in city traffic in

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

6) The handle of the CVT fluid dipstick is

Brakes

colored red or orange for easy identifi-

cation.

Brake Fluid

Remove the dipstick, clean it and push

or

it back in until the cap seats. Pull out

EXAMPLE

the dipstick and read the fluid level.

The fluid level should be between the

two marks in the “HOT” range on the

80J104

dipstick.

7) Add just enough specified fluid through

WARNING

the dipstick hole to fill the transaxle to

the proper level. It takes only 0.6 liters

Failure to follow the guidelines below

(1.27 US pt) for CVT to raise the level

can result in personal injury or seri-

from “LOW” to “FULL”.

ous damage to the brake system.

• If the brake fluid in the reservoir

CAUTION

drops below a certain level, the

brake warning light on the instru-

After checking or adding oil, be sure

80J004

ment panel will come on

(the

to insert the dipstick securely.

Check the brake fluid level by looking at

engine must be running with the

the reservoir in the engine compartment.

parking brake fully disengaged.)

Deterioration Checking or Chang-

Check that the fluid level is between the

Should the light come on, immedi-

ing Oil

“MAX” and “MIN” lines. If the brake fluid

ately ask your SUZUKI dealer to

Since special procedures, materials and

level is near the “MIN” line, fill it up to the

inspect the brake system.

tools are required to check the deteriora-

“MAX” line with SAE J1703 or DOT3 brake

• A rapid fluid loss indicates a leak in

tion of CVT oil or change, it is recom-

fluid.

the brake system which should be

mended that you trust this job to your

inspected by your SUZUKI dealer

authorized SUZUKI dealer.

immediately.

• Brake fluid can harm your eyes and

damage painted surfaces. Use cau-

tion when refilling the reservoir.

(Continued)

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NOTE:

measured above is less than the minimum

WARNING

With disc brakes, the fluid level can be

distance required, have your vehicle

expected to gradually fall as the brake

inspected by your SUZUKI dealer.

(Continued)

pads wear.

• Do not use any fluid other than SAE

NOTE:

J1703 or DOT3 brake fluid. Do not

Brake Pedal

When measuring the distance between the

use reclaimed fluid or fluid that has

brake pedal and floor wall, be sure not to

been stored in old or open contain-

include the floor mat or rubber on the floor

ers. It is essential that foreign parti-

wall in your measurement.

cles and other liquids are kept out

of the brake fluid reservoir.

WARNING

Brake fluid is harmful or fatal if swal-

lowed, and harmful if it comes in con-

tact with skin or eyes. If swallowed,

“a”

Floor carpet

do not induce vomiting. Immediately

contact a poison control center or a

physician. If brake fluid gets in eyes,

flush eyes with water and seek medi-

65D345

cal attention. Wash thoroughly after

handling. Solution can be poisonous

Pedal to floor carpet minimum distance

to animals. Keep out of the reach of

60G104

“a”

children and animals.

40 mm (1.6 in.)

CAUTION

With the engine running and the parking

The brake fluid should be replaced

brake set, measure the distance between

according to the maintenance sched-

the brake pedal and floor carpet when the

ule. Have the brake fluid replaced by

pedal is depressed with approximately 300

your SUZUKI dealer.

N (66 lbs, 30 kg) of force. The minimum

distance required is as specified. Since

your vehicle’s brake system is self-adjust-

ing, there is no need for pedal adjustment.

If the pedal to floor carpet distance as

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

Parking Brake Lever

Steering Wheel

WARNING

If you experience any of the following

EXAMPLE

problems with your vehicle’s brake

200 N (44 lbs, 20 kg)

system, have the vehicle inspected

immediately by your SUZUKI dealer.

•

Poor braking performance

•

Uneven braking (brakes not work-

ing uniformly on all wheels.)

“c”

•

Excessive pedal travel

•

Brake dragging

“b”

• Excessive noise

•

(Except ABS equipped vehicle)

Pedal pulsation

(pedal pulsates

when pressed for braking.)

60A226

80J005

Ratchet tooth specification “b”

Steering wheel play “c”

4th - 9th

0 - 30 mm (0.0 - 1.2 in.)

Check the parking brake for proper adjust-

Check the play of the steering wheel by

ment by counting the number of clicks

gently turning it from left to right and mea-

made by the ratchet teeth as you slowly

suring the distance that it moves before

pull up on the parking brake lever to the

you feel slight resistance. The play should

point of full engagement. The parking

be between the specified values. Check

brake lever should stop between the speci-

that the steering wheel turns easily and

fied ratchet teeth and the rear wheels

smoothly without rattling by turning it all the

should be securely locked. If the parking

way to the right and to the left while driving

brake is not properly adjusted or the

very slowly in an open area. If the amount

brakes drag after the lever has been fully

of free play is outside the specification or

released, have the parking brake inspected

you find anything else to be wrong, an

and/or adjusted by your SUZUKI dealer.

inspection must be performed by your

SUZUKI dealer.

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Power Steering (if equipped)

Tires

B. Tire Name/Model

The tire name or model is shown

For safe operation of your vehicle, it is

EXAMPLE

here.

important that the tires be the correct

C. Tire Size

type and size, in good condition, and

The tire size code is a combina-

properly inflated. Be sure to follow the

tion of letters and numbers used

requirements and recommendations in

to define a particular tire’s width,

this section.

height, aspect ratio, construction

type, and service description. See

Tire Sidewall Labeling

the “Tire Size” explanation later in

Useful information about a tire is

this section for more details.

molded into its sidewall. The example

D. U.S. DOT Tire Identification Num-

below shows a typical passenger car

ber

tire.

The Department of Transportation

54G225

Typical Passenger Car Tire Sidewall

(DOT) marking indicates that the

tire is in compliance with the U.S.

(1) UPPER

I

C

Department of Transportation

D

(2) LOWER

Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.

J

The letters and numbers following

Check the steering box case, vane pump

B

the DOT marking is the Tire Iden-

and hose connections for leaks or damage.

H

tification Number (TIN). The TIN

identifies the tire manufacturer

Power Steering Fluid

Check the fluid level by looking at the res-

and plant, tire size, and date the

G

tire was manufactured.

ervoir in the engine compartment when the

fluid is cold (about room temperature).

E. Uniform Tire Quality Grading

A

(UTQG)

Check that the fluid level is between the (1)

E

Tire manufacturers are required to

and (2) lines. If the fluid level is near the (2)

F

grade tires based on three perfor-

line, fill it up to the (1) line with an auto-

67D027

mance factors: treadwear, traction

matic transaxle fluid equivalent to ATF

and temperature resistance.

DEXRON^®-II

(Esso JWS

2326) or

A. Tire Manufacturer

Refer to the “Uniform Tire Quality

DEXRON^®-III. Do not overfill.

The name of the tire manufacturer

Grading” section for more details.

is shown here.

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F. Load Rating

Tire Size

U

124 mph

Load rating is the maximum

The following illustration shows an

weight a tire is designed to sup-

H

130 mph

example of a typical passenger car tire

port in normal service.

size.

G. Max Inflation Pressure

V

149 mph

Max inflation pressure is the max-

W

168 mph*

imum inflation pressure a tire is

designed for.

Y

186 mph*

H. Tire Ply Material

These tire markings describe the

*The letters ZR may be used on tires

type of cord and number of plies

with a maximum speed capability over

in the sidewall and under the

149 mph and will always be used on

tread.

tires with a maximum speed capability

A

B

C D E

I.

Load Index and Speed Rating

over 186 mph.

The two- or three-digit number is

J. M+S Marking

the tire’s load index, the maximum

This marking indicates the tire

load a tire can carry at the speed

has some mud and snow capabili-

indicated by its speed symbol at

67D028

ties and is designed for all-season

the maximum inflation pressure.

use.

A. Tire Type

The higher the number is, the

This letter code indicates the pri-

greater the load carrying capacity.

mary intended use of the tire. The

The letter symbol denotes the

letter “P” identifies a tire primarily

speed at which a tire is designed

intended for use on a passenger

to be driven for extended periods

vehicle.

of time. (Ratings are listed below.)

B. Tire Width

This three-digit number indicates

Letter Rating

Speed Rating

the tire section width in millime-

Q

99 mph

ters from sidewall to sidewall.

C. Aspect Ratio

R

106 mph

This two-digit number represents

the tire section height divided by

S

112 mph

the tire section width.

T

118 mph

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D. Construction Code

Tire Inflation Pressure

• Seating Capacity

This letter code is used to indicate

Tire inflation pressure should be

• Maximum Allowed

Combined

the type of ply construction in the

checked when the tire is cold. “Cold

Weight of Occupants and Cargo

tire. The letter

“R” means radial

tire inflation pressure” is the pressure

• Original Tire Size

ply tire construction, the letter “D”

in a tire that has been driven less than

• Recommended Cold Tire Inflation

means diagonal or bias ply con-

1 mile (1.6 km) or has been standing

Pressure of Original Tires

struction, and the letter “B” means

for three hours or more.

• Size of Compact Spare Tire

belted-bias ply construction.

• Recommended Cold Tire Inflation

E. Rim Diameter

Pressure of Compact Spare Tire

This two-digit number is the wheel

or rim diameter in inches.

Recommended Cold Tire Inflation

Pressures

WARNING

230 kPa

Front Tires

Your SUZUKI is equipped with

33 psi

tires which are all the same type

and size. This is important to

230 kPa

Rear Tires

ensure proper steering and han-

33 psi

dling of the vehicle. Never mix

420 kPa

tires of different size or type on

Compact Spare Tire

60 psi

the four wheels of your vehicle.

80JS025

Mixing tires could cause you to

lose control while driving which

The front and rear tire pressure speci-

may lead to an accident. The size

fications for your vehicle are shown

and type of tires used should be

below and are listed on the Tire and

only those approved by SUZUKI

Loading Information Label, which is

Motor Corporation as standard or

located on the driver’s door lock pillar.

optional equipment for your vehi-

The Tire and Loading Information

cle.

Label contains the following informa-

tion:

7-26

80J23-03E

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