Name: Suzuki GRAND VITARA 2008
Brand: Suzuki
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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

78KS0-37E

4H (4-wheel drive high range)

64J220

In this position, engine power is supplied to

the front and rear axles. Use this position

for normal driving.

Improving Fuel Economy: NO

Service Station Guide7
Table of Contents9
Exterior10
Interior11
Instrument Panel12
Fuel Recommendation15
Fuel Recommendation16
Before Driving19
- Immobilizer System20
- Keys20
- Door Locks21
  - Ignition Key Reminder21
  - Central Door Locking System22
  - Child-Proof Locks23
  - Tailgate23
  - Keyless Entry System Transmitter24
  - Keyless Start System Remote Controller24
  - Keyless Unlocking/Locking Using the Request Switches25
  - Reminder Function27
  - Replacement of the Battery28
  - Replacement of the Battery (Transmitter)29
- Theft Deterrent Light30
- Electric Window Controls31
- Windows31
- Inside Rearview Mirror32
- Mirrors32
  - Electric Mirrors33
  - Outside Rearview Mirrors33
- Front Seats34
  - Seat Adjustment34
  - Adjustable Head Restraints35
  - Adjusting Seatbacks35
  - Front Seat Heater36
- Rear Seats37
- Folding Rear Seats39
- Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems: 340
  - Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems41
  - Lap-Shoulder Belt43
  - Driver’s Seat Belt Reminder45
  - Child Restraint Systems46
  - Seat Belt Inspection46
  - Shoulder Anchor Height Adjuster46
  - Child Restraint47
  - Installation with Lap-Shoulder Seat Belts48
  - A-ELR Type Belt49
  - Installation with ISO-FIX Type Anchorages51
  - Installation of Child Restraint with Top Strap53
  - Seat Belt Pretensioner System54
- Supplemental Restraint System (Air Bags) (if Equipped)55
  - Front Air Bags57
  - Frontal Collision Range57
  - Air Bag Symbol58
  - Side Air Bags and Side Curtain Air Bags59
  - Side Collision Range59
  - How the Air Bag System Works60
  - Servicing the Air Bag System62
- Instrument Cluster63
  - Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light64
  - Brake System Warning Light64
- Warning and Indicator Lights64
  - SLIP Indicator Light65
  - “ESP” (Electronic Stability Program) Warning Light65
  - Hill Descent Control Indicator Light66
  - “ESP OFF” Indicator Light66
  - Charging Light67
  - Oil Pressure Light67
  - Seat Belt Reminder Light67
  - “AIR BAG” Light67
  - Immobilizer System Light68
  - Low Fuel Warning Light68
  - Malfunction Indicator Light68
  - Fuel Filter Warning Light69
  - Glow Plug Indicator Light69
  - Injection Warning Light69
  - Red Stop Warning Light69
  - Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Warning Light70
  - Open Door Warning Light70
  - “CRUISE” Indicator Light70
  - “SET” Indicator Light70
  - Automatic Headlight Leveling System Warning Light71
  - Keyless Start System Indicator Light71
  - Main Beam (High Beam) Indicator Light71
  - Transmission Warning Light71
  - 4WD Mode Indicator Lights72
  - Illumination Indicator Light72
  - Master Warning Indicator Light72
- Fuel Gauge73
- Speedometer73
- Tachometer (if Equipped)73
- Illumination Control74
- Temperature Gauge74
- Information Display (if Equipped)75
  - A/T Selector Position (for Automatic Transmission)76
  - Fuel Consumption/Driving Range/ Average Speed76
  - Odometer/Trip Meter/Thermometer78
  - Master Warning Indicator79
  - Warning and Indicator Messages79
- Lighting Control Lever82
- Front Fog Light Switch (if Equipped)83
- Headlight Leveling Switch (if Equipped)83
- Head Light Washer Switch (if Equipped)84
- Turn Signal Control Lever84
- Hazard Warning Switch85
- Windshield Wiper and Washer Lever85
  - Windshield Washer86
  - Windshield Wipers86
  - Rear Window Wiper/Washer Switch87
- Tilt Steering Lock Lever (if Equipped)87
- Heated Rear Window and Heated Outside Rearview Mirrors (if Equipped) Switch88
- Horn88
Operating Your Vehicle91
- Exhaust Gas Warning92
- Daily Inspection Checklist93
- Engine Oil Consumption94
- Ignition Switch94
  - Manual Transmission95
  - Vehicle with Keyless Start System96
- Parking Brake Lever98
  - Pedals100
  - Starting a Cold and Warm Engine101
- Starting the Engine101
- Using the Transmission103
- Using the Transfer Switch (if Equipped)109
- Cruise Control (if Equipped)120
  - To Change Cruising Speed120
  - To Set Cruising Speed120
- Braking121
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP®) (if Equipped)124
- Stability Control System124
- “ESP” Warning Light125
- “ESP OFF” Switch126
- Hill Descent Control System127
- Hill Descent Control Switch128
- Hill Hold Control System129
Driving Tips131
- Important Vehicle Design Features to Know132
- Break-In133
- Differences between Your Vehicle and Ordinary Passenger Cars133
- Catalytic Converter (if Equipped)134
- Improving Fuel Economy135
- On-Paved Road Driving135
- Off-Road Driving137
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck138
Other Controls and Equipment141
- Automatic Heating and Air Conditioning System (Climate Control)142
  - Air Conditioning Switch144
  - Blower Speed Selector144
  - Temperature Selector144
  - Air Flow Selector145
  - Air Intake Selector145
  - Bi-Level146
  - Defrost Switch146
  - Heat146
  - Ventilation146
  - Air Conditioning System Operating Instructions147
  - Defrost147
- Audio Systems (Type A)149
- Audio Systems (Type B)149
- Radio Antenna (if Equipped)149
  - Audio System Basic Operation152
  - Adjusting Bass/Treble/Balance/Fader153
  - Adjusting the AVC (Auto Volume Control)153
  - Adjusting the Clock153
  - Adjusting the Contrast of the Display153
- Interior Light Switch: 7153
- Listening to the Radio154
- Luggage Compartment Light: 7154
  - Auto Store155
  - Preset Memory155
  - Seek Tuning155
  - Selecting the Reception Band155
  - Listening to a CD156
  - Radio Reception156
  - AM/FM CD Player with CD Changer Control (Built in CD Player)157
  - AM/FM 6-CD Player with CD Changer Control159
  - Loading Multiple Cds160
  - Fast Forwarding/Rewinding a Track161
  - Repeat Play161
  - Selecting a Track161
  - Listening to an MP3/WMA Disc162
  - Compression Formats163
  - Maximum Number of Files/Folders163
  - Points to Remember When Making MP3/WMA Files163
  - Recording MP3/WMA Files on a CD-Media163
  - Displaying CD Titles164
  - Forwarding a Title164
  - MP3/WMA Mode164
  - Listening to a CD from an External CD Changer165
  - Random Play166
  - Selecting a CD Changer Mode166
  - Selecting a Disc166
  - Remote Audio Controls167
  - Anti-Theft Feature168
  - Canceling Your Established PIN Setting169
  - Confirming Your Personal Identification Number (PIN)170
  - Audio System Troubleshooting171
  - Error Display172
  - Audio Systems (Type B)173
  - Radio177
  - RDS (Radio Data System)178
  - CD Player180
  - CD Changer181
  - MP3/WMA Player182
  - Anti-Theft System (SEC)184
  - Erasing User ID185
  - User ID Entry185
  - User ID Setting185
  - Turn by Turn Navigation System189
  - Fuel Filler Cap190
  - Engine Hood191
  - Interior Light Switch192
  - Sun Visor192
  - Luggage Compartment Light193
- Accessory Socket (if Equipped)194
- Spot Light194
- Cigarette Lighter and Ashtray (if Equipped)195
- Sunroof (if Equipped)196
- Assist Grips (if Equipped)198
- Coat Hooks (if Equipped)199
- Eyeglasses Holder (if Equipped)199
- Glove Box199
- Cup Holder and Storage bin (if Equipped)200
- Front Seat Back Pocket (if Equipped)201
- Armrest (if Equipped)202
- Shopping Hook (if Equipped)202
- Luggage Compartment Cover203
- Luggage Restraint Loops (if Equipped)206
- Underfloor Bins (if Equipped)206
- Roof Rails or Roof Rack Anchors (if Equipped)207
- Frame Hooks208
Vehicle Loading and Towing211
- Towing Capacity212
- Trailer Towing212
- Tow Bars213
- Safety Chains213
- Trailer Lights213
- Vehicle/Trailer Loading214
- Additional Trailer Towing Warnings215
- Trailer Hitch Installation Points216
- Towing Your Vehicle (Recreational Towing)217
- 4WD Vehicle Without a Transfer Switch220
Inspection and Maintenance223
- Inspection and Maintenance224
- Maintenance Schedule225
- Periodic Maintenance Schedule225
- Maintenance Recommended under Severe Driving Conditions228
- Drive Belt230
- Engine Oil and Filter231
  - Oil Level Check231
  - Refilling232
  - Replace the Oil Filter234
- Engine Coolant235
  - Adding Coolant236
  - Selection of Coolant236
  - Coolant Replacement237
- Air Cleaner238
- Spark Plugs239
- Gear Oil241
  - Gear Oil Change243
  - Gear Oil Level Check243
- Automatic Transmission (AT) Fluid244
- Clutch Pedal244
- Fuel Filter (Diesel Engine)245
  - Brake Fluid246
  - Brake Pedal246
- Brakes246
- Steering: 6246
- Parking Brake247
- Power Steering (if Equipped)248
- Tires: 6248
  - Tire Inspection249
  - Tire Rotation250
- Battery: 9251
- Fuses: 7251
  - Fuses252
  - Fuses in the Engine Compartment253
  - Fuse under the Dash Board255
- Headlight Aiming: 7255
- Bulb Replacement: 7257
- Head Light Washer Fluid257
  - Headlight Aiming257
  - Center Interior Light258
  - Rear Interior Light258
  - Headlight259
  - High Beam259
  - Low Beam259
  - Front Fog Light260
  - Bulb Holder261
  - Front Turn Signal Light261
  - Other General Lights261
  - Parking Light261
  - Door Illumination Light262
  - License Plate Light262
  - Rear Combination Light262
  - Side Turn Signal Light262
  - High-Mounted Stop Light263
- Wiper Blades: 3263
- Wiper Blades264
- Air Conditioning System: 4266
- Windshield Washer Fluid268
- Air Conditioning System Maintenance268
Emergency Service269
- Tire Changing Tool270
- Spare Tire Nut Lock (if Equipped)270
- Jacking Instructions: 5271
- Changing Wheels272
- Jump Starting Instructions272
- Towing: 6273
- Emergency Remedies275
- Jump Starting Instructions276
- Towing a Disabled Vehicle278
- If the Engine Is Flooded279
- If the Starter Does Not Operate279
- Emergency Remedies279
- If the Engine Overheats280
Appearance Care281
- Corrosion Prevention282
- Vehicle Cleaning283
- Cleaning the Interior284
- Cleaning the Exterior284
- Waxing285
General Information287
- Vehicle Identification288
- Chassis Serial Number288
- Engine Serial Number288
Specifications289
Index295
Declaration of Conformity303

Brand	Suzuki
Model	GRAND VITARA 2008
Category	Automobile
Language	English

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