TABLE OF CONTENTS...the service inspections prescribed in the Maruti Owner’s Manual. Maruti Udyog...

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TABLE OF CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SERVICE RECORD

WARRANTY POLICY

BEFORE DRIVING

STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS

INSTRUMENT PANEL

OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

DRIVING TIPS AND SAFE DRIVING

INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

EMERGENCY SERVICE

BODY WORK CARE

GENERAL INFORMATION

SPECIFICATIONS

SERVICE NETWORK

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FOREWORDMARUTI UDYOG LIMITED believes inconservation and protection of Earth’snatural resources.

To that end, we encourage every vehicleowner to recycle, trade in, or properlydispose of, as appropriate, used motor oil,coolant, and other fluids; batteries; andtyres.

MARUTI UDYOG LIMITED

All information in this manual isbased on the latest productinformation available at the time ofpublication. Due to improvements orother changes, there may bediscrepancies between information inthis manual and your vehicle. Marutireserves the right to make changesat any time without notice.

This vehicle may not comply withstandards or regulations of othercountries. Before attempting toregister this vehicle in any othercountry, check all applicableregulations and make any necessarymodifications.

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This manual is an essential part of yourvehicle and should be kept with the vehicleat all times. Please read this manualcarefully and review it from time to time. Itcontains important information on safety,operation, and maintenance. It is especiallyimportant that this manual remain with thevehicle at the time of resale. The nextowner will need this information also.

You are invited to avail the three freeinspection services as described in thismanual. Three free inspection coupons areattached to this manual. Please show thismanual to your dealer when you take yourvehicle for any Service.

To prolong the life of your vehicle andreduce maintenance costs, the periodicmaintenance must be carried out accordingto the "PERIODIC MAINTENANCESCHEDULE" described in “INSPECTIONAND MAINTENANCE” section of thismanual. Periodic maintenance is essentialfor preventing trouble and accidents toensure your satisfaction and safety.

Daily Inspection and Care as per "DAILYINSPECTION CHECKLIST" described in the"INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE"section of this Manual is essential forprolonging the operating life of the vehicleand for safe driving.

WARNING/CAUTION/NOTEPlease read this manual and follow itsinstructions carefully. To emphasise specialinformation, the words WARNING,CAUTION, and NOTE have specialmeanings. Information following these signalwords should be carefully reviewed.

The personal safety of the driver,passengers, or bystanders may beinvolved. Disregarding this informationcould result in their injury or death.

These instructions point out specialservice procedures or precautions thatmust be followed to avoid damagingthe vehicle.

NOTE:This provides special information to makemaintenance easier or important instructionsclearer.

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The circle with a slash in this manualmeans "Don't do this" or "Don't let thishappen".

Improper installation of mobilecommunication equipment such ascellular telephones or CB (Citizen’sBand) radios may cause electronicinterference with your vehicle’signition system, resulting in vehicleperformance problems. Consult yourMARUTI dealer or qualified servicetechnician for advice on installingsuch mobile communicationequipment.

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MODIFICATION WARNING

Do not modify this vehicle.Modification could adversely affectsafety, handling, performance, ordurability and may contraveneregulations. In addition, damage orperformance problems resulting frommodification may not be coveredunder warranty.

Your vehicle has monocoque bodyconstruction which provides forcertain crumple zones in the bodywhich absorbs larger part of impactenergy in the event of a front collisionand protects the occupants fromimpact. Do not use any fitments suchas crash guards. These fitments willincrease the risk to the occupantsbecause of the shock directly gettingtransmitted to the occupants.

Copying, quoting or reproduction of any partof this manual is not permitted withoutexplicit approval by MARUTI UDYOGLIMITED.

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MAINTENANCE SERVICE RECORD

MAINTENANCE SERVICE RECORD

MODEL CHASSIS NO. ENGINE NO. MILEAGEBATTERY

MAKE SR. NO/BATCH CODEDATE OF

DELIVERY

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OWNER'S NAME & ADDRESS ______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________TEL. NO. ________________

ADDRESS/STAMP OF SELLING DEALER SELLING DEALER CODE

SHOWROOM

IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO CUSTOMER

WORKSHOP

Dear CustomerFor any assistance with regard to our product, pleasecontact General Manager/Works Manager at any ofour Dealer or Authorised Service Station. Foradditional enquiry you may contact our Regionaloffice or Service Department. The Addresses andPhone nos. are given in Section 14 of this Booklet.

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DATE OF KIND OF MILEAGE DESCRIPTION OF JOB NAME OF SERVICING JOB CARD MECHANIC’SSERVICE SERVICE km DEALER/MASS NO. SIGNATURE

F....free Service P....Paid Service W....Warranty. A....Accident1-2

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WARRANTY POLICY

WARRANTY POLICYreplacements which are not covered by this warranty.

(4) Limitation:This warranty shall not apply to:

(a) normal maintenance service required other than the three freeservices, including without limitation, oil and fluid changes,headlight aiming, fastener retightening, wheel balancing, wheelalignment and tyre rotation, cleaning of injectors, adjustmentsof carburettor, ignition timing, clutch and valve clearance.

(b) the replacement of normal wear parts including withoutlimitation, bulbs, battery, tyres and tubes, spark plugs, brakelinings, belts, hoses, filters, wiper blades and brushes, contactpoints, fuses, clutch disc, brake pads, brake shoes, cablesand all rubber parts (except oil seals and glass run).

(c) any vehicle which has been used for competition or racing.

(d) any repairs or replacement required as a result of accidentsor collision.

(e) any defects caused by misuse, negligence, abnormal use orinsufficient care.

(f) any vehicle which has been modified or altered, includingwithout limitation, the installation of performance accessories.

(g) any vehicle on which parts or accessories not approved byMaruti have been used.

(h) any vehicle which has not been operated in accordance withthe operating instructions in the Maruti Owner’s Manual.

(i) any vehicle which has not received, during the warranty term,the service inspections prescribed in the Maruti Owner’sManual.

Maruti Udyog Limited (hereinafter called “Maruti”), warrants that eachnew Maruti vehicle distributed in India by Maruti and sold by anauthorised Maruti dealer will be free, under normal use and service,from any defects in material and workmanship at the time ofmanufacture SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TERMS ANDCONDITIONS:

(1) Qualification:To qualify for this warranty:

(a) The Maruti vehicle must be delivered by Maruti authoriseddealer and set-up, serviced by Maruti authorised dealer/service station.

(b) The warranty registration card in respect of each vehiclemust be completed by the dealer at the time of delivery ofthe vehicle and dealer should retain the same.

(2) Term:The term of the warranty shall be twenty four (24) monthsor 40,000 kilometers (whichever occurs earlier) from the dateof delivery to the first owner.

(3) Maruti’s Warranty Obligation:If any defect(s) should be found in a Maruti vehicle within theterm stipulated above, Maruti’s only obligation is to repair orreplace at its sole discretion any part shown to be defective,with a new part or the equivalent at no cost to the owner forparts or labour, when Maruti acknowledges that such a defectis attributable to faulty material or workmanship at the time ofmanufacture. The owner is responsible for any repair or

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(j) any vehicle which has been assembled, disassembled,adjusted or repaired by other than an Maruti authoriseddealer/service station.

(k) any vehicle which has been used for purposes other thanwhat it was designed for.

(l) any damage or deterioration caused by industrial pollutionand bird droppings.

(m) insignificant defects which do not affect the function of thevehicle including without limitation, sound, vibration and fluidseep.

(n) any natural wear and tear including without limitation, agingetc.

For Maruti Air-Conditioned Vehicles

(o) V-belts, hoses and gas leaks.

(5) Extent of Warranty:This warranty is the entire written warranty given by Maruti forMaruti vehicles and no dealer or its or his agent or employeeis authorised to extend or enlarge this warranty and no dealeror its or his agent or employee is authorised to make any oralwarranty on Maruti’s behalf.

Maruti reserves the right to add any improvements or changethe design of any model at any time with no obligation to makethe same changes on units previously sold.

(6) Warranty Service:To obtain warranty service, the complete vehicle must bepresented at the owner’s expenses to any authorised Marutidealer.

(7) Owner’s Warranty Responsibilities:It is responsibility of each owner to:

(a) make certain that the warranty registration/PDI card wascompleted at the time of delivery of the vehicle;

(b) have performed, at his own expenses, by an Marutiauthorised dealer/service station all the service inspectionsspecified in the Maruti “Owner’s Manual and Service Booklet”and maintain adequate proof that such service inspectionshave been performed.

(c) make certain that the Maruti authorised dealer/service stationperforming the service inspection has certified the work onthe “Maintenance Service Record” page in the “Owner’sManual and Service Booklet” and

(d) present the Maruti “Owner’s Manual and Service Booklet” tothe authorised Maruti dealer whenever requesting serviceinspections or warranty service.

If the “Owner’s Manual and Service Booklet” should be lost ordestroyed the owner should consult the authorised Maruti dealerfrom whom the vehicle was purchased for instructions concerningreplacement of the “Owner’s Manual and Service Booklet”.

(8) Disclaimer of Consequential Damage:Maruti assumes no responsibility for loss of vehicle, loss of time,,inconvenience or any other indirect incidental or consequentialdamage resulting from the vehicle not being available to theowner because of any defect covered by this warranty.

(9) Change of OwnerEven if ownership of the vehicle changes, the remaining warrantyperiod is effective for the new owner.

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BEFORE DRIVING

BEFORE DRIVING

Fuel Recommendation ....................................................................................... 3-1

Keys ......................................................................................................................3-2

Door Locks ..........................................................................................................3-2

Windows ...............................................................................................................3-4

Mirrors...................................................................................................................3-4

Front Seat Adjustment ...................................................................................... 3-5

Adjustable Head Restraints (if equipped) .....................................................3-6

Seat Belts ............................................................................................................3-6

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FUEL RECOMMENDATION

Use of leaded fuel in vehicle equippedwith catalytic converter is prohibited,because lead deactivates the pollutantreducing components of catalyticconverter and may result in permanentdamage to catalytic converter.

Petrol/Ethanol BlendsBlends of unleaded petrol and ethanol (grainalcohol), also known as gasohol, arecommercially available in some areas.Blends of this type may be used in yourvehicle if they are no more than 10%ethanol. Make sure this petrol-ethanol blendhas octane ratings no lower than thoserecommended for petrol.

Petrol/Methanol BlendsBlends of unleaded petrol and methanol(wood alcohol) are also commerciallyavailable in some areas. DO NOT USEfuels containing more than 5% methanolunder any circumstances. Fuel systemdamage or vehicle performance problemsresulting from the use of such fuels are notthe responsibility of MARUTI and may notbe covered under Warranty.

Be careful not to spill fuel containingalcohol while refuelling. Fuelscontaining alcohol can cause paintdamage, which is not covered underWarranty.

The fuel tank has an air space toallow for fuel expansion in hotweather. If you continue to add fuelafter the filler nozzle has automaticallyshut off or an initial blowback occurs,the air chamber will become full.Exposure to heat when fully fuelled inthis manner will result in leakage dueto fuel expansion. To prevent suchfuel leakage, stop filling after the fillernozzle has automatically shut off, orwhen using an alternative nonautomatic system, initial ventblowback occurs.

Fuels containing 5% or less methanol maybe suitable for use in your vehicle if theycontain cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors.

NOTE:If you are not satisfied with the driveabilityor fuel economy of your vehicle when youare using a petrol/alcohol blend, you shouldswitch back to unleaded petrol containing noalcohol.

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Your vehicle comes with a pair of identicalkeys. Keep the spare key in a safe place.One key can open all of the locks on thevehicle.

The key identification number is stamped ona metal tag provided with the keys. Keepthe tag in a safe place. If you lose yourkeys, you will need this number to havenew keys made. Write the number downand keep it in a safe accessible place awayfrom the vehicle.

KEYS

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place your order with a MARUTIdealer only.

Note:Keep the spare key very carefully. When itis lost, consult your dealer by quoting keynumber.

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DOOR LOCKS

To lock a front door from outside thevehicle:a) Insert the key fully and turn the top of

the key toward the front of the vehicle,or

b) Push in the lock lever and hold the doorhandle up as you close the door.

To unlock a front door from outside thevehicle, insert the key fully and turn the topof the key toward the rear of the vehicle.

To lock a rear door from outside the vehicle,push in the lock lever and close the door.

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To lock a door from inside the vehicle, pushin the lock lever. Pull out the lock lever tounlock the door.

Always lock all doors when driving.Locking the door prevents occupantsfrom being thrown from the vehicle inthe event of an accident. It also helpsprevent unintentional opening of thedoors.

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Do not use the key to lift up the lid,or the key may break off in the lock.

w w w w w CAUTIONHatchbackTo unlock insert the key fully in to the lockknob and turn it anticlockwise and to lockturn it clockwise. Hatchback can be openedby pushing in the lock knob and lifting hook-shaped grip.

Always make sure that the hatchbackis closed and latched securely.Completely closing it helps keepexhaust gases from entering the car.Completely closing the hatchback lidalso helps prevent occupants frombeing thrown from the vehicle in theevent of an accident.

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WINDOWS

Raise or lower the door windows by turningthe handle located on the door panel.

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MIRRORS

Inside Rearview MirrorTo adjust the interior rearview mirror, movethe mirror up, down, or sideways to obtainthe best view.

Outside Rearview MirrorAdjust the outside rearview mirror so youcan just see the side of your vehicle in themirror.

Be careful when judging the size ordistance of a vehicle or other objectseen in the side convex mirror (ifequipped). Be aware that objects looksmaller and appear farther away thanwhen seen in a flat mirror.

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FRONT SEAT ADJUSTMENT

Never attempt to adjust the driver’sseat or seatback while driving. Theseat or seatback could moveunexpectedly, causing loss of control.Make sure that the driver’s seat andseatback are properly adjusted beforeyou start driving.

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Adjusting Seat PositionThe adjustment lever for each front seat islocated under the front of the seat, on theinboard side. To adjust the seat position,pull up on the adjustment lever and slidethe seat forward or rearward. Afteradjustment, try to move the seat forwardand rearward to ensure that it is securelylatched.

To avoid excessive seat belt slack,which reduces the effectiveness of theseat belts as a safety device, makesure that the seats are adjusted beforethe seat belts are fastened.

Adjusting SeatbacksThe seatbacks can be adjusted to differentangles. To adjust the seatback angle, pullup the lever on the outboard side of theseat, move the seatback to the desiredposition, and release the lever to lock theseatback in place.

Seatbacks should always be in anupright position when driving, or seatbelt effectiveness may be reduced.Seat belts are designed to offermaximum protection when seatbacksare in the fully upright position.

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ADJUSTABLE HEAD RESTRAINTS(if equipped)

w w w w w WARNING• Never drive the vehicle with the

head restraints removed.• Do not attempt to adjust the head

restraint while driving.

Head restraints are designed to help reducethe risk of neck injuries in the case of anaccident. Adjust the head restraint to theposition which places the top of the headrestraint closest to the top or your ears.

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There are two height positions for the headrestraints. To raise the head restraint, pullupward on the restraint until it clicks. Tolower the restraint, push down on therestraint while holding in the lock lever. Ifa head restraint must be removed (forcleaning, replacement, etc.), push in the locklever and pull the head restraint all the wayout.

Wear Your Seat Belts at All Times.

There are two types of seat belt "Automaticretracting type" and "3-point, non retractortype".

The type of belts provided in your vehicledepends on the vehicle specification.

To fasten the seat belt, pull the buckletongue attached to the seat belt across yourbody and slide it into the buckle catch sloton the opposite side until you hear a “click”.

SEAT BELTS

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To reduce the risk of sliding under the beltduring a collision, position the lap portion ofthe belt across your lap as low on your hipsas possible and adjust the belt to a snugfit using the proper method described below.Make sure that the belt is not twisted.

To unfasten the belt, press the releasebutton on the buckle catch.

To Adjust the Belt

• Automatic retracting typePull the shoulder portion of the beltupwards through the tongue plate.

The length of the diagonal shoulder strapadjusts itself to allow freedom of movement.The seat belt has an emergency lockingretractor (ELR), which is designed to lockthe seat belt only during a sudden stop orimpact.

No modifications or additions of anysort should be made to the seat beltor its operating mechanism.

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• 3-point non-retractor typeAdjust the shoulder portion of the belt sothat it is slightly slack. To shorten thebelt, pull the free end in the direction ofthe arrow as illustrated. To lengthen thebelt, grab it at the shoulder anchor andpull it in the direction of the arrow, atright angles to the anchor. The shoulderportion should have just enough slack sothat a clenched fist can be insertedbetween the belt and your chest asillustrated. Too much slack at theshoulder portion makes the beltineffective in accidents. The shoulderportion should be worn on the outsideshoulder only, and never under the arm.

• Inspect all seat belts after anycollision. Any automatic retractingtype belt which was in use at thetime of collision and subjected tostress must be replaced.

• Any automatic retracting type beltnot in use at the time of collisionshould be carefully inspected andthe static operation checked. If thereis any doubt whatsoever in theoperation or condition of the belt, itmust be replaced.

• Non retractor type belts with anyform of damage or abrasion to anypart of the belt must be replaced.

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• Never allow persons to ride in thecargo area of a vehicle. In the eventof an accident, there is a muchgreater risk of injury for personswho are not riding in a seat withtheir seat belt securely fastened.

• Seat belts should always beadjusted so the lap portion of thebelt is worn low across the pelvis,not across the waist. Shoulderstraps should be worn on theoutside shoulder only, and neverunder the arm. Seat belts shouldnever be worn with the strapstwisted and should be adjusted astightly as is comfortable to providethe protection for which they havebeen designed. A slack belt willprovide less protection than onewhich is snug.

• Make sure that each seat belt buckleis inserted into the proper bucklecatch.

• Do not wear your seat belt overhard or breakable objects in your

pockets or on your clothing. If anaccident occurs, objects such asglasses, pens, etc. under the seatbelt can cause injury.

• Never use the same seat belt onmore than one occupant and neverattach a seat belt over an infant orchild being held on an occupant’slap. Such seat belt use could causeserious injury in the event of anaccident.

• Pregnant women should use seatbelts, although specific recommen-dations about restraint use shouldbe made by the woman’s medicaladvisor.

• Periodically inspect seat beltassemblies for excessive wear anddamage. Seat belts should bereplaced if webbing becomes frayed,contaminated, or damaged in anyway. It is essential to replace theentire seat belt assembly after it hasbeen stressed in an impact, even ifdamage to the assembly is notobvious.

• Infants and small children shouldnever be transported unless theyare properly restrained. Restraintsystems for infants and smallchildren can be purchased locallyand should be used. Make sure thatthe system you purchase meetsapplicable safety standards. Readand follow all the directionsprovided by the manufacturer.

• Avoid contamination of seat beltwebbing by polishes, oils,chemicals, and particularly batteryacid. Cleaning may safely be carriedout using mild soap and water.

• For children, if the shoulder beltirritates the neck or face, move thechild closer to the center of thevehicle.

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Ignition Switch .................................................................................................... 4-1

Lighting/Turn Signal Control Lever ................................................................ 4-2

Hazard Warning Switch..................................................................................... 4-3

Windscreen Wiper and Washer Lever ........................................................... 4-4

Horn ....................................................................................................................... 4-5

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IGNITION SWITCH

The ignition switch has the following fourpositions:

• Do not use any locally made key.• Should you require duplicate key,

place your order with MARUTIdealer only.

LOCKThis is the normal parking position. It is theonly position in which the key can beremoved.

The “LOCK” position locks the ignition, andprevents normal use of the steering wheelafter the key is removed.

To release the steering lock, fully insert thekey and turn it clockwise to one of the otherpositions. If you have trouble turning thekey to unlock the steering, try turning thesteering wheel slightly to the right or leftwhile turning the key.

To avoid possible injury, do notoperate controls by reaching throughthe steering wheel.

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• Do not use the starter motor formore than 15 seconds at a time. Ifthe engine does not start; wait 15seconds before trying again. If theengine does not start after severalattempts, check the fuel and ignitionsystems or consult your MARUTIdealer.

• Do not leave the ignition switch inthe “ON” position if the engine isnot running as the battery willdischarge.

LIGHTING/TURN SIGNALCONTROL LEVER

ACCAccessories such as the radio can operate,but the engine is off.

ONThis is the normal operating position. Allelectrical systems are on.

STARTThis is the position for starting the engineusing the starter motor. The key should bereleased from this position as soon as theengine starts.

• Never remove the ignition key whilethe vehicle is moving. The steeringwheel will lock and you will not beable to steer the vehicle.

• Do not leave children alone in aparked vehicle. Unattended childrencould cause accidental movement ofthe vehicle, which could result insevere personal injury.

• Always remove the key when parkedto prevent unintentional operation ofthe vehicle and to improve security.

This control lever is located on the outboardside of the steering column. Operate thelever as described below.

Lighting OperationTo turn the lights on or off, twist the knobon the end of the lever. There are threepositions: in the “OFF” position all lights areoff; in the middle position the front parkinglights, tail-lights, registration plate light, andinstrument lights are on, but the headlightsare off; in the third position the headlightscome on in addition to the other lights.

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With the headlights on, push the leverforward to switch to the high beams (mainbeams) or pull the lever toward you toswitch to the low beams. When the highbeams (main beams) are on, a light on theinstrument panel will come on. To flash thehigh beams (main beams) pull the leverslightly towards you and release it.

Turn Signal OperationWith the ignition switch in the “ON” position,move the lever clockwise until it clicks tosignal a right turn or anticlockwise to signala left turn. When the turn is completed, thesignal will cancel and the lever will returnto its normal position.

HAZARD WARNING SWITCH

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Pull up the hazard warning switch toactivate the hazard warning lights. All fourturn signal lights and both turn signalindicators will flash simultaneously. To turnoff the lights, push down switch.

Use the hazard warning lights to warn othertraffic during emergency parking or whenyour vehicle could otherwise become atraffic hazard.

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WINDSCREEN WIPER ANDWASHER LEVER

Windscreen WasherTo spray windscreen washer fluid, pull thelever toward you. The windscreen wipers willautomatically turn on at low speed if theyare not already on and the “INT” positionis equipped.

• To prevent windscreen icing in coldweather, turn on the defroster toheat the windscreen before andduring windscreen washer use.

• Do not use radiator antifreeze in thewindscreen washer reservoir. It canseverely impair visibility whensprayed on the windscreen, and canalso damage your vehicle’s paint.

Windscreen WipersTo turn the windscreen wipers on, twist theknob on the end of the lever to one of thethree operating positions. In the “INT”position (if equipped), the wipers operateintermittently. The “INT” position is veryconvenient for driving in mist or light rain.In the “LO” position, the wipers operate ata steady low speed. In the “HI” position, thewipers operate at a steady high speed. Toturn off the wipers, move the lever back tothe “OFF” position.

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To help prevent damage to thewindscreen wiper and washer systemcomponents, you should take thefollowing precautions:• Do not continue to hold in the lever

when there is no windscreen washerfluid being sprayed or the washermotor can be damaged.

• Do not attempt to remove dirt froma dry windscreen with the wipers oryou can damage the windscreen andthe wiper blades. Always wet thewindscreen with washer fluid beforeoperating the wipers.

• Clear ice or packed snow from thewiper blades before using thewipers.

• Check the washer fluid levelregularly. Check it often when theweather is bad.

• Only fill the washer fluid reservoir3/4 full during cold weather to allowroom for expansion if thetemperature falls low enough tofreeze the solution.

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HORN

Press the center piece of the steering wheelto sound the horn. The horn will sound withthe ignition switch in any position.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

Instrument Panel ................................................................................................ 5-1

Instrument Cluster .............................................................................................. 5-1

Warning and Indicator Lights .......................................................................... 5-2

Speedometer/Odometer ...................................................................................... 5-4

Fuel Gauge ..........................................................................................................5-4

Temperature Gauge ............................................................................................ 5-5

Ashtray .................................................................................................................. 5-5

Glove Box ............................................................................................................5-6

Heating System (if equipped) .......................................................................... 5-7

System Operating Instructions ........................................................................ 5-8

Air Conditioning System (if equipped) .......................................................5-11

System Operating Instructions ...................................................................... 5-11

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1. Instrument cluster2. Ignition switch3. Lighting switch/Turn signal and

dimmer switch4. Windscreen wiper and washer

switch5. Hazard warning switch6. Other switches (if equipped)7. Heater control panel8. Cigarette lighter (if equipped)9. Ashtray

10. Bonnet release11. Center ventilator12. Side ventilator13. Side defroster14. Glove box15. Fuse box

1 Speedometer2 Odometer3 Fuel gauge4 Temperature gauge5 Warning and indicator lights

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WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS

Brake fluid level warning lightThis light operates under two conditions: 1)when the ignition switch is turned to the“ON” position, or 2) when the fluid in thebrake fluid reservoir falls below the specifiedlevel. The light should go out after startingthe engine. If the light does not go off orcomes on whilst you are driving, it maymean that there is something wrong with thevehicle’s braking system. If this happens,you should:

1) Pull off the road and stop carefully.

Remember that stopping distance maybe longer, you may have to pushharder on the pedal, and the pedalmay go down farther than normal.

2) Test the brakes by carefully starting andstopping at the side of the road.

3) If you determine that it is safe, drivecarefully at low speed to the nearestdealer for repairs.

or4) Have the vehicle towed to the nearest

dealer for repairs.

If any of the following conditionsoccur, you should immediately askyour MARUTI dealer to inspect thebrake system.• If the brake fluid level warning light

does not go out after the enginehas been started.

• If the brake fluid level warning lightdoes not come on when the ignitionswitch is turned to the “ON”position.

• If the brake fluid level warning lightcomes on at any time during vehicleoperation.

NOTE:Because the disc brake system is selfadjusting, the fluid level will drop as thebrake pads become worn.Replenishing the brake fluid reservoir isconsidered normal periodic maintenance.

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Oil Pressure LightThis light comes on when the ignition switchis turned on, and goes out when the engineis started. The light will come on and remainon if there is insufficient oil pressure. If thelight comes on when driving, pull off theroad as soon as you can and stop theengine. Check the oil level and add oil ifnecessary (see pages 9-7 and 9-8). If thereis enough oil, the lubrication system shouldbe inspected by your MARUTI dealer beforeyou drive the vehicle again.

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Charging LightThis light comes on when the ignition switchis turned on, and goes out when the engineis started. The light will come on and remainon if there is something wrong with thebattery charging system. If the light comeson when the engine is running, the chargingsystem should be inspected immediately byyour MARUTI dealer.

Do not continue driving long with thecharging light ON as this will drain thebattery 'dead'.

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• If you operate the engine with thislight on, severe engine damage canresult.

• Do not rely on the Oil PressureLight to indicate the need to add oil.Be sure to periodically check theengine oil level (see pages 9-7 and9-8).

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“Malfunction Indicator” LightYour vehicle has a computer-controlledemission control system. A “MalfunctionIndicator” light is provided on the instrumentpanel to indicate when it is necessary tohave the emission control system serviced.The “Malfunction Indicator” light comes onwhen the ignition switch is turned to “ON”and goes out when the engine is started.

If the “Malfunction Indicator” light comes onwhen the engine is running, there is aproblem with the emission control system.Take the vehicle to your MARUTI dealer tohave the problem corrected.

Continuing to drive the vehicle whenthe “Malfunction Indicator” light is oncan cause permanent damage to thevehicle’s emission control system, andcan affect fuel economy anddriveability.

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SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER

1 Speedometer2 Odometer

The speedometer indicates vehicle speed inkm/h. The odometer records the totaldistance the vehicle has been driven.

Keep track of your odometer readingand check the maintenance scheduleregularly for required services.Increased wear or damage to certainparts can result from failure toperform required services at theproper mileage intervals and yourwarranty rights may be affected.

FUEL GAUGE

This gauge gives an approximate indicationof the amount of fuel in the fuel tank. “F”stands for full and “E” stands for empty.

NOTE:This vehicle has fuel gauge of new design.Even when the ignition switch is “OFF”, theneedle will not return to “E” position but willshow the reading.

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Turn Signal IndicatorsWhen you turn on the left or right turnsignals, the corresponding green arrow onthe instrument panel will flash along with therespective turn signal lights. When you turnon the hazard warning switch, both arrowswill flash along with all of the turn signallights.

Main Beam (High Beam) Indicator LightThis indicator comes on when headlightmain beams (high beams) are turned on.

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TEMPERATURE GAUGE

When the ignition switch is on, this gaugeindicates the engine coolant temperature.Under normal driving conditions, theindicator should stay within the normal,acceptable temperature range between “H”and “C”. If the indicator exceeds this rangeand veers towards “H”, overheating isindicated. Follow the instructions for engineoverheating in the EMERGENCYREMEDIES section.

Continuing to drive the vehicle whenengine overheating is indicated, canresult in severe engine damage.

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ASHTRAY

FrontTo remove the front panel ashtray forcleaning, push down on the metal plate, andpull the ashtray completely out of its holder.

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RearThe rear ashtray is fitted on the left reardoor.To remove the rear ashtray, push down onthe tongue, and pull the ashtray out of itsholder.

Make sure tobacco is fullyextinguished before closing theashtray. Never throw waste in theashtray: it could create a fire hazard.

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GLOVE BOX

To open the glove box, pull the latch lever.To close it, push the lid until it latchessecurely.

Never drive with the glove box lidopen. It could cause injury if anaccident occurs.

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HEATING SYSTEM (if equipped)

The heating system provides heating,demisting, and ventilation.

a. Windscreen defrosterb. Side defrosterc. Side outletd. Center outlete. Floor outlet

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Description of ControlsFunction selector 1: This selector is usedto select one of the functions describedbelow:

DEFROST & VENTILATION 2:Temperature-controlled air comesout of the center and side outletsof instrument panel, windshielddefroster outlet and side airoutlets.

VENTILATION 3: Temperature-controlled air comes out of thecenter and side air outlets.

BI-LEVEL 4 : Temperature-controlled air comes out of thefloor outlets and cooler air comesout of the center and side outlets.When the temperature controllever is in the fully “COOL”position or fully “HOT” position,however, the air from the flooroutlets and the air from the centerand side outlets will be the sametemperature.

HEAT 5: Temperature-controlledair comes out of the floor outlets.

HEAT & DEFROST 6: Temp-erature-controlled air comes out ofthe floor outlets, the windscreendefroster outlets, and the sidedefroster outlets.

DEFROST 7 : Temperature-controlled air comes out of thewindscreen defroster outlets andthe side defroster outlets.

Air Intake Lever 8: This lever is used toselect between circulating outside air(FRESH AIR) or recirculating inside air(RECIRCULATED AIR).

Temperature Control Dial 9: This dial isused to control the temperature of the airthat comes out of the air outlets.

Fan switch 0: This switch is used to turnon the fan and to select fan speed. Thereare four positions: OFF, LOW, MEDIUM andHIGH.

Natural VentilationMove the function selector to“VENTILATION”, the air intake lever to“FRESH AIR”, The temperature control dialto the desired temperature position, and thefan switch to “OFF”. Fresh air will flowthrough the vehicle when it is moving.

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Forced VentilationThe lever settings are the same as fornatural ventilation except you move the fanswitch to a position other than “OFF”.

Normal Heating (Using outside air)Move the function selector to “HEAT”, theair intake lever to “FRESH AIR”, thetemperature control dial to the desiredtemperature position, and the fan switch tothe desired fan speed position. Moving thefan switch to a higher fan speed positionincreases heating efficiency.

Quick Heating (Using recirculated air)The lever settings are the same as fornormal heating except you move the airintake lever to “RECIRCULATED AIR”. Ifyou use this heating method for anextended period of time, the air in thevehicle can become contaminated and thewindows can become misty. Therefore, usethis method only for quick heating andchange to the normal heating method assoon as possible.

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DefrostingMove the function selector to “DEFROST”,the air intake lever to “FRESH AIR”, thetemperature control dial to the desiredtemperature position, and the fan switch to“HIGH” Moving the temperature control dialto a higher temperature position increasesdefrosting efficiency. When the windscreenhas become clear, move the fan switch tothe desired fan speed position.

Defrosting/Warm FeetMove the function selector to “DEFROST &HEAT”, the air intake lever to “FRESH AIR”,the temperature control dial to the desiredtemperature position, and the fan switch to“HIGH”. When the windscreen has becomeclear, move the fan switch to the desiredfan speed position.

Cool Face/Warm FeetMove the function selector to “BI-LEVEL”,the air intake lever to “FRESH AIR”, thetemperature control dial to the desiredtemperature position, and the fan switch tothe desired fan speed position. Unless thetemperature control dial is in the fully“COOL” position or fully “HOT” position, theair that comes out of the center and sideoutlets will be cooler than the air that comesout of the floor outlets.

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AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM(if equipped)

SYSTEM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

The air conditioning system can be used toprovide cooling and dehumidifying, asdescribed below. To turn on the airconditioning system, push in the A/C buttonand move the fan switch to a position otherthan “OFF”. An indicator light will come onwhen the air conditioning system is on. Toturn off the air conditioning system, pushthe A/C button again.

During operation of the air conditioner, youmay notice slight changes in engine speed.These changes are normal, the system isdesigned so that the compressor turns onor off to maintain the desired temperature.Less operation of the compressor results inbetter fuel economy.

Normal Cooling (using outside air)push in the A/C button, move the functionselector to “VENTILATION”, the air intakelever to “FRESH AIR”, the temperaturecontrol dial to the “COOL” position, and thefan switch to the desired fan speed position.Moving the fan switch to a higher fan speedposition increases cooling efficiency.

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Quick Cooling (Using recirculated air)The lever settings are the same as fornormal cooling except you move the airintake lever to “RECIRCULATED AIR”. Ifyou use this cooling method for a extendedperiod of time, the air in the vehicle canbecome contaminated. Therefore, youshould occasionally move the air intakelever to “FRESH AIR”.

NOTE:If your vehicle has been left in the sun withthe windows closed, it will cool faster if youopen the windows briefly while you operatethe air conditioner with the air intake leverat “FRESH AIR” and the fan at high speed.

DehumidifyingPush in the A/C button, move the functionselector to the desired function position, theair intake lever to “FRESH AIR”, thetemperature control dial to the desiredtemperature position, and the fan switch tothe desired fan speed position.

NOTE:Because the air conditioner dehumidifies theair, turning it on will help keep the windowsclear, even when blowing heated air usingthe DEMIST or HEATER & DEMISTfunctions.

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Parking Brake Lever .......................................................................................... 6-1

Pedals ...................................................................................................................6-2

Gear Lever ...........................................................................................................6-3

Fuel Filler Cap .................................................................................................... 6-3

Folding Rear Seats ............................................................................................ 6-4

Sun Visor ............................................................................................................. 6-5

Interior Light Switch .......................................................................................... 6-5

Assist Grips ......................................................................................................... 6-6

Bonnet ...................................................................................................................6-6

Tyre Changing Tools .........................................................................................6-7

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PARKING BRAKE LEVER

Always apply the parking brake fullybefore leaving your vehicle or it maymove, causing injury or damage.When parking, make sure the gearshift lever is left in first gear orreverse. Remember, even though thetransmission is in gear, you mustalways apply the parking brake fully.

The parking brake lever is located betweenthe seats. To apply the parking brake, holdthe brake pedal down and pull the parkingbrake lever all the way up. To release theparking brake, hold the brake pedal down,pull up slightly on the parking brake lever,push the button on the end of the lever withyour thumb, and lower the lever to itsoriginal position.

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• Never drive your vehicle with theparking brake on: rear brakeeffectiveness can be reduced fromover heating, brake life may beshortened, or permanent brakedamage may result.

• If the parking brake does not holdthe vehicle securely or does notfully release, have your vehicleinspected immediately by anauthorized MARUTI dealer.

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PEDALS

Do not “ride” the brakes by applyingthem continuously or resting your footon the pedal. This will result inoverheating of the brakes which couldcause unpredictable braking action,longer stopping distances, orpermanent brake damage.

Accelerator Pedal 33333This pedal controls the speed of theengine. Depressing the accelerator pedalincreases power output and speed.

Clutch Pedal 11111The clutch pedal is used to disengage thedrive to the wheels when starting theengine, stopping, or shifting the transmissionlever. Depressing the pedal disengages theclutch.

Do not drive with your foot resting onthe clutch pedal. It could result inexcessive clutch wear, clutch damage,or unexpected loss of engine braking.

Brake Pedal 22222Your MARUTI vehicle is equipped with frontdisc brakes and rear drum brakes.Depressing the brake pedal applies bothsets of brakes.

You may hear occasional brake squealwhen you apply the brakes. This is anormal condition caused by environmentalfactors such as cold, wet, snow, etc.

If brake squeal is excessive andoccurs each time the brakes areapplied, you should have the brakeschecked by your MARUTI dealer.

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FUEL FILLER CAP

The fuel filler cap is located on the left rearside of the vehicle. To unlock the fuel fillerlid, turn the key clockwise. To lock turn thekey anticlockwise.

Remove the fuel filler cap slowly. Thefuel may be under pressure and mayspray out, causing injury.

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Petrol is extremely flammable. Do notsmoke when refuelling, and make surethere are no open flames or sparks inthe area.

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GEAR LEVER

The gear change pattern for transmission isshown in the illustration. For details on howto use the transmission, refer to USINGTHE TRANSMISSION in the OPERATINGYOUR VEHICLE section (See page 7-3).

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FOLDING REAR SEAT

To lower the seatback, pull up the lockknobs (1 and 2) simultaneously and foldforward the seatback. If your vehicle isequipped with split rear seats, the right andleft seat backs can be individually foldedforward by pulling the corresponding knob.To raise the seatback, lift it up and pushback until it locks into place.

The rear seat of your vehicle can be foldedforward to provide additional luggage space.

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• To remove - turn the cap counterclock-wise. Turn the cap slowly to allow anyresidual pressure to escape.

• To install - turn the cap clockwise.

If you need to replace the fuel cap,use only a cap specified for yourmodel. Using an improper fuel capcan cause a serious malfunction ofthe fuel system. You can get thecorrect replacement cap from yourMARUTI dealer.

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SUN VISOR INTERIOR LIGHT SWITCH

The sun visors can be pulled down to blockglare coming through the wind screen, orthey can be unhooked and turned to theside to block glare coming through the sidewindow.

When unhooking and hooking a sunvisor, be sure to handle it by the hardplastic parts or the sun visor can bedamaged.

This light switch has three positions whichfunction as described below:

1 The light remains off even when thedoor is opened.

2 The light comes on when the door isopened.

3 The light comes on and stays onregardless of whether the door is openor closed.

NOTE:Only front doors are involved in lightingoperation of interior light.

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Luggage or other cargo should bestowed in the luggage compartmentwith the rear seat in an uprightposition, whenever possible. If youneed to carry cargo in the passengercompartment with the rear seat backfolded forward, be sure to secure thecargo or it may be thrown about,causing injury. Never pile cargo higherthan the seatbacks.

When returning a rear seat to thenormal position, make sure thatmovement of the seatback isunobstructed and the seatback issecurely latched.

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ASSIST GRIPS

Assist grips are provided for passengerconvenience.

Do not hang items on the assist grips.They could obstruct the driver’s view,resulting in an accident, or could bethrown about in an accident or abruptmanoeuvre, causing injury.

BONNET

To open the bonnet:

1) Pull the bonnet release handle locatedon the outboard side of the driver’s sideof the instrument panel. This willdisengage the bonnet lock halfway.

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3) Continue to lift up the bonnet until it ishigh enough to support with the proprod.

Make sure the bonnet is fully closedand latched before driving. If it is not,it can fly up unexpectedly duringdriving, obstructing your view andresulting in an accident.

TYRE CHANGING TOOLS

The jack, wheel wrench and jack handle arestowed in the luggage compartment behindthe rear seat.

To remove the jack, turn its shaftcounterclockwise and pull the jack out of thestorage bracket. To stow the jack, place itin the storage bracket and turn the shaftclockwise until the jack is securely held inplace.

The jack should be used only tochange wheels. It is important to readthe jacking instructions in theEMERGENCY SERVICE section of thismanual before attempting to use thejack.

After using the jack, jack handle, andwheel wrench, be sure to stow themsecurely or they can cause injury if anaccident occurs.

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Exhaust Gas Warning ....................................................................................... 7-1

Daily Inspection Checklist ................................................................................ 7-1

Starting the Engine ............................................................................................ 7-2

Using the Transmission ....................................................................................7-3

Braking .................................................................................................................. 7-4

Running-in ............................................................................................................7-4

Catalytic Converter .............................................................................................7-5

Improving Fuel Economy ................................................................................. 7-6

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EXHAUST GAS WARNING

with the engine running, make surethe air intake lever is set to “FRESHAIR” and the fan is at high speed.

• Avoid operating the vehicle with thehatchback open. If it is necessary tooperate the vehicle with hatchbackopen, make sure all the windows areclosed, and the fan is at high speedwith the air intake lever set to“FRESH AIR”.

• To allow proper operation of yourvehicle’s ventilation system, keepthe air inlet grille in front of thewindscreen clear of snow, leaves, orother obstructions at all times.

• Keep the exhaust tailpipe area clearof snow and other material to helpreduce the buildup of exhaust gasesunder the vehicle. This isparticularly important when parkedin blizzard conditions.

• Have the exhaust system inspectedperiodically for damage and leaks.Any damage or leaks should berepaired immediately.

DAILY INSPECTION CHECKLIST

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Before driving:1) Make sure that windows, mirrors, lights,

and reflectors are clean and unobstructed.2) Check the tyres.3) Look for fluid and oil leaks.

NOTE:It is normal for water to drip from the airconditioning system after use.

4) Adjust the seat/head restraint.5) Check the brake pedal and the parking

brake lever.6) Adjust the mirrors.7) Make sure that you and passengers

have properly fastened your seat belts.8) Make sure that all warning lights come

on as the key is turned to the “ON” or“START” position.

9) Check all gauges.10)Make sure that the brake fluid level

warning light is off after starting theengine.

Avoid breathing exhaust gases.Exhaust gases contain carbonmonoxide, a potentially lethal gas thatis colourless and odourless. Sincecarbon monoxide is difficult to detectby itself, be sure to take the followingprecautions to help prevent carbonmonoxide from entering your vehicle.• Do not leave the engine running in

garages or other confined areas.• Do not park with the engine running

for a long period of time, even in anopen area. If it is necessary to sitfor a short time in a parked vehicle

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STARTING THE ENGINE

Before starting the engine:1) Make sure the parking brake is applied

fully.2) Shift into “N” (neutral) and depress the

clutch pedal all the way to the floor. Holdit while starting the engine.

Make sure that the parking brake isapplied fully and the transmission isin Neutral before attempting to startthe engine.

• Stop turning the starter immediatelyafter the engine has started or thestarter system can be damaged.

• Do not crank the engine for morethan 5 seconds at a time. If theengine doesn’t start on the first try,wait about 5-10 seconds beforetrying again.

Starting a Cold EngineEngine which is started after 6 hours shouldbe treated as cold engine.

For Electronic fuel injection models

• With your foot off the accelerator pedal,crank the engine by turning the ignitionkey to “START”. Release the key whenthe engine starts.

• If the engine does not start after 15seconds of cranking, wait about 15seconds, then press down theaccelerator pedal to 1/3 of its travel andtry cranking the engine again. Releasethe key and accelerator pedal when theengine starts.

• If the engine still does not start, tryholding the accelerator pedal all the wayto the floor while cranking. This shouldclear the engine if it is flooded.

Starting a Warm Engine

For Electronic fuel injection models:

Use the same procedure as for “Starting acold Engine”.

Once a week, or each time you fill your fueltank, perform the following under-bonnetchecks:

1) Engine oil level.2) Coolant level.3) Brake fluid level.4) Windscreen washer fluid level.5) Battery solution level.6) Bonnet latch operation.

Pull the bonnet release handle inside thevehicle. Make sure that you can notopen the hood all the way withoutreleasing the secondary latch. Be sureto close the hood securely after checkingfor proper operation. See "All Latches,Hinges & Locks" of "PERIODICMAINTENANCE SCHEDULE" in the"INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE"section for lubrication schedule.

Make sure the bonnet is fully closedand latched before driving. If it is not,it can fly up unexpectedly duringdriving, obstructing your view andresulting in an accident.

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Min speed Max. speed

First – 30 km/h

Second 10 km/h 50 km/h

Third 20 km/h 90 km/h

Fourth 30 km/h Top Speed

Fifth 40 km/h Top Speed

• Reduce your speed and changedown to a lower gear before goingdown a long or steep hill. A lowergear will allow the engine to providebraking. Avoid riding the brakes orthey may overheat, resulting inbrake failure.

• When driving on slippery roads, besure to slow down before changingdown. Excessive and or suddenchanges in engine speed may causeloss of traction, which could causeyou to lose control.

• Make sure that the vehicle iscompletely stationary before youchange into reverse.

• To help avoid clutch damage, do notuse the clutch pedal as a footrestwhile driving or use the clutch tokeep the vehicle stationary on a hill.Depress the clutch fully whenchanging gear.

• When changing gears or starting off,do not race the engine. Racing theengine can shorten engine life andprevent smooth operation.

USING THE TRANSMISSION

Starting offTo start off, depress and maintain pressureupon the clutch pedal and change into 1stgear. After releasing the parking brake,gradually release the clutch. When you heara change in the engine’s sound (speed),gently apply pressure to the accelerator tokeep the engine sound (speed) constantwhilst continuing to gradually release theclutch.

Gear changingAll forward gears are synchronized, whichprovides for quiet, easy changing. Alwaysdepress the clutch pedal fully beforechanging gears. To help gearshift, thefollowing chart shows the recommendedspeed range in each gear.

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RUNNING-IN

The future performance and reliabilityof the engine depends on the careand restraint exercised during its earlylife. It is especially important toobserve the following precautionsduring the initial 1000 km of vehicleoperation.• After starting, do not race the

engine. Warm it up gradually.• Avoid prolonged vehicle operation at

a constant speed. Moving parts willbed in better if you vary your speed.

• Do not exceed 100 km/h.• Start off from a stop slowly. Avoid

full throttle starts.• If possible, avoid hard braking,

especially during the first 320 kmof driving.

• Do not drive slowly with thetransmission in a high gear.

• Drive the vehicle at moderate enginespeeds.

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BRAKING

The distance needed to bring any vehicleto a halt increases with the speed of thevehicle. The braking distance needed, forexample, at 60 km/h will be approximately4 times greater than the braking distanceneeded at 20 km/h. Start to brake thevehicle when there is plenty of distancebetween your vehicle and the stopping point,and slow down gradually.

If water gets into the brake drums,brake performance may become poorand unpredictable. After drivingthrough water or washing theunderside of the vehicle, test thebrakes while driving at a slow speedto see if they have maintained theirnormal effectiveness. If the brakes areless effective than normal, dry themby repeatedly applying the brakeswhile driving slowly until the brakeshave regained their normaleffectiveness.

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Be careful where you park and drive;the catalytic converter and otherexhaust components can get very hot.As with any vehicle, do not park oroperate this vehicle in areas wherecombustible materials such as drygrass or leaves can come in contactwith a hot exhaust system.

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CATALYTIC CONVERTER

The purpose of the catalytic converterinstalled on your vehicle is to convertexhaust pollutants to harmless water vapour,carbon dioxide, and nitrogen. Use of leadedfuel in vehicles equipped with catalyticconverters is prohibited, because leaddeactivates the pollutant-reducingcomponents of the catalyst system.

The converter is designed to last the life ofthe vehicle under normal usage and whenunleaded fuel is used. No specialmaintenance is required on the converter.However, it is very important to keep theengine properly tuned. Engine misfiring,which can result from an improperly tunedengine, may cause overheating of thecatalyst. This may result in permanent heat

damage to the catalyst and other vehiclecomponents.

To minimize the possibility of catalystor other vehicle damage:• Maintain the engine in the proper

operating condition.• In the event of an engine

malfunction, particularly oneinvolving engine misfire or otherapparent loss of performance, havethe vehicle serviced promptly.

• Do not turn off the engine orinterrupt the ignition when thetransmission is in gear and thevehicle is in motion.

• Do not try to start the engine bypushing or towing the vehicle, orcoasting down a hill.

• Do not idle the engine with anyspark plug wires disconnected orremoved, such as during diagnostictesting.

• Do not idle the vehicle forprolonged periods if idling seemsrough or there are othermalfunctions.

• Do not allow the fuel tank to getnear the empty level.

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IMPROVING FUEL ECONOMY

The following instructions will help youimprove fuel economy.

Avoid excessive idling:If you are to wait for more than a minutewhile you are parked, stop the engine andstart it again later. When warming up a coldengine, allow the engine to idle until thetemperature gauge pointer comes up to the“C” position. In this position, the engine issufficiently warm for starting off.

Avoid “fast” starts:Fast starts away from lights or stop signswill consume fuel unnecessarily and shortenengine life. Start off slowly.

Avoid unnecessary stops:Avoid unnecessary deceleration andstopping. Try to maintain a slow, steadyspeed whenever possible. Slowing downand then accelerating again uses more fuel.

Keep a steady cruising speed:Keep as constant a speed as road andtraffic conditions will permit.

Keep the air cleaner clean:A dirty air cleaner will cause the carburationsystem to supply too much fuel to theengine for the amount of air being supplied.The result is waste of fuel due to incompletecombustion.

Keep weight to a minimum:The heavier the load, the more fuel thevehicle consumes. Take out any luggage orcargo when it is not necessary.

Keep tyre pressures correct:Under-inflation of the tyres can waste fueldue to increased running resistance of thetyres. Keep your tyres inflated to the correctpressure shown on the label on the driver’sside door or door lock pillar.

TRAILER TOWING

Your MARUTI was originally designed tocarry people and a normal amount of cargo,not to tow a trailer. Maruti does notrecommend you use your vehicle to tow atrailer. Towing a trailer can adversely affecthandling, durability, and fuel economy.

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High Speed Driving ........................................................................................... 8-1

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• Wear Your Seat Belts at All Times.The driver and passengers shouldbe properly restrained at all times,using the seatbelts provided. Referto the “SEATBELTS” section forinstructions on proper use of theseat belts.

• Never drive while under theinfluence of alcohol or other drugs.Alcohol and drugs can seriouslyimpair your ability to drive safely,greatly increasing the risk of injuryto yourself and others. You shouldalso avoid driving when you aretired, sick, irritated, or under stress.

HIGH-SPEED DRIVING DRIVING ON HILLS

When driving at a high-speed, pay attentionto the following:

• Stopping distance progressivelyincreases with vehicle speed. Apply thebrakes far enough ahead of the stoppingpoint to allow for the extra stoppingdistance.

• On rainy days, “Aquaplaning” can occur.“Aquaplaning” is the loss of directcontact between the road surface andthe vehicle’s tyres due to a water filmforming between them. Steering orbraking the vehicle while “Aquaplaning”can be very difficult, and loss of controlcan occur. Keep speed down when theroad surface is wet.

• At high speeds, the vehicle may beaffected by side winds. Therefore, reducespeed and be prepared for unexpectedbuffeting, which can occur at the exitsof tunnels, when passing by a cut of ahill, or when being overtaken by largevehicles, etc.

• When climbing steep hills, the car maybegin to slow down and show a lack ofpower. If this happens, you shouldchange to a lower gear so that theengine will again be operating in itsnormal power range. Change rapidly toprevent the car from losing momentum.

• When driving down a hill, the engineshould be used for braking by shifting tonext lower gear.

Try not to hold the brake pedal downtoo long or too often while goingdown a steep or long hill. This couldcause the brakes to overheat,resulting in reduced braking efficiency.Failure to take this precaution couldresult in loss of vehicle control.

When descending a down hill, NEVERturn the ignition key to the “OFF”position. Emission control systemdamage may result.

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DRIVING ON SLIPPERY ROADS

foot from the accelerator while changinggear.Do not race the engine. Excessive wheelspin will cause the tyres to dig deeper,making it more difficult to free thevehicle.

2) If your vehicle remains stuck after a fewminutes of rocking, get another vehicleto pull you out.

Do not allow anyone to stand near thevehicle when you are rocking it, anddo not spin the wheels faster than anindicated 40 km/h on the speedometer.Personal injury and/or vehicle damagemay result from spinning the wheelstoo fast.

Do not continue rocking the vehiclefor more than a few minutes.Prolonged rocking can cause engineoverheating or transmission damage.

• Make sure your tyres are in goodcondition and always maintain thespecified tyre pressure. Refer to“TYRES” in the “INSPECTION ANDMAINTENANCE” section for details.

• Do not use tyres other than thosespecified by MARUTI. never usedifferent sizes or types of tyres onthe front and rear wheels. Forinformation regarding the specifiedtyres, refer to the “SPECI-FICATIONS” section.

• Never use oversized tyres or specialshock absorbers and springs toraise (jack up) your vehicle. This willchange the handling characteristics.

• After driving through water, test thebrakes while driving at a slow speedto see if they have maintained theirnormal effectiveness. If the brakesare less effective than normal, drythem by repeatedly applying thebrakes while driving slowly until thebrakes have regained their normaleffectiveness.

Under wet road conditions you should driveat a lower speed than on dry roads due topossible slippage of tyres during braking.When driving on icy, snowcovered, ormuddy roads, reduce your speed and avoidsudden acceleration, abrupt braking, orsharp steering movements.

Snow ChainsIf you must use snow chains to increasetyre traction, observe the followingprecautions:

• Choose a safe place away from trafficto install the chains.

• When installing the chains carefullyfollow the manufacturer’s instructions.

• Install the chains on the front tyres.• With the chains on, drive only at slow

and moderate speeds.

• If Your Vehicle Gets StuckIf your vehicle gets stuck in snow, mud,or sand, follow the directions below:

1) Change back and forth between firstgear and reverse. This will create arocking motion which may give youenough momentum to free the vehicle.Press gently on the accelerator to keepwheel spin to a minimum. Remove your

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DO’S AND DON’TS FOR SAFEDRIVING

Starting1. Adjust the driver’s seat for the proper

driving posture.

2. Adjust the rear view mirror so as toobtain the best possible rear view.

3. Before moving off, look forward and backto confirm safety.

4. Don’t start quickly, for it is dangerousand wastes fuel.

General driving1. Be sure to stop before the stop light and

stop sign. When moving into theintersection without any traffic lights orsigns, drive slowly to confirm safety.

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Exercise care in handling your vehicle. Beconscious of not only your own safety butalso the safety of others on the road, andthus enjoy the best and most comfortabledriving experience.

This section contains basic rules for safedriving. Read it carefully for goodunderstanding of the content so that youcan enjoy safe and pleasant driving in yourMaruti vehicle.

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2. Always follow other vehicles at a safedistance in order to prevent a rear-endcollision, should the vehicle ahead makea sudden stop.

3. Turn ON the turn signal at least 30meters before making a turn or changingthe lane so as not to be hit from behind.

4. Before entering a corner, decelerate toa safe speed. Don’t apply brakes duringcornering, or a cornering skid may occur.

5. When overtaking other vehicles, watchout for the oncoming vehicle andcarefully confirm the safety.

6. Don’t attempt zigzag driving which willhinder your control over the vehicle andcause an accident.

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Braking1. Use the parking brake when parking

your vehicle and shift the gear shift leverinto the first gear or reverse gearposition for the sake of safety.

2. Don’t use handbraking unlessunavoidable. It causes the vehicle to skidand a rearend collision occur. It is

especially dangerous when the tyres areworn, for they allow a larger skid.

Use foot brake in three stages

(1) Warn the vehicle behind you(2) Gradually apply the brake.(3) Bring the vehicle to a halt.

3. When driving on a downhill, try not toapply the brake but use the enginebrake effectively. Overuse of thefootbrake may result in total brakefailure.

4. Avoid reckless high speed driving and tryto drive at a safe speed suitable for theroad conditions while maintaining aconstant speed.

5. The higher the speed, the narrower thedriver’s visual range becomes. In sucha state, it is difficult to anticipate anyhazard and the driver feels muchfatigued.

6. Never do sharp handling during highspeed driving. You will lose your controlover your vehicle.

7. When overtaking or changing the lanewhile driving at a high speed, keep anample vehicle-to-vehicle distance.

Long distance driving1. Be sure to perform safety checks before

starting a trip.

2. Take rest at certain intervals to preventan accident which may occur when youare sleepy or tired.

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Night time driving1. Drive more slowly at night than in the

daytime, for the visual range is restrictedat night.

2. Don’t overtake other vehicles at night.Darkness bothers your sense of speedand hinders your judgement on thevehicle-to-vehicle distance.

3. Don’t use the high headlight beamunless its use is inevitable. Its dazzlemay blitz the driver of the oncomingvehicle, thus causing an accident.

4. Always keep the window glasses clean.Don’t operate the windshield wiper whenthe windshield glass is dry or the wiperblade and glass may get damaged.

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MARGIN FOR SAFETY

It is important to allow yourself a margin forsafety during driving so that you can copewith erroneous or unexpected driving ofother drivers. For that, observe the following.

• Drive at a safe speed.• Maintain a sufficient distance between

your vehicle and the vehicle ahead.• Don’t force yourself to overtake other

vehicles.• Don’t make quick start, hard steering or

sudden stops.• Allow an ample time in the driving

schedule.• Observe traffic rules and regulations.

CONCLUSION

A perfect driver does not exist. Theendeavour of every motorist should be tostrive for perfection. Safety consciousnessnot only ensures your safety and the safetyof other road users, it also helps reduce thewear and tear on your vehicle, prolongs itslife, gives more mileage and ensures acomfortable driving experience.

Follow the do’s and don’ts listed, anddriving will never be the same again.

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Periodic Maintenance Schedule ......................................................................... 9-1Drive Belt .............................................................................................................. 9-6Engine Oil and Filter ............................................................................................ 9-7Gear Oil ............................................................................................................... 9-10Engine Coolant ................................................................................................... 9-11Windscreen Washer Fluid ................................................................................. 9-12Air Cleaner .......................................................................................................... 9-12Spark Plugs ........................................................................................................ 9-13Brakes ................................................................................................................. 9-14Steering ............................................................................................................... 9-16Clutch Pedal ....................................................................................................... 9-16Tyres.................................................................................................................... 9-17Battery ................................................................................................................. 9-20Fuses ................................................................................................................... 9-20Bulb Replacement .............................................................................................. 9-22Wiper Blades ...................................................................................................... 9-25

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You should take extreme care whenworking on your vehicle to preventaccidental injury. Here are a fewprecautions that you should beespecially careful to observe:• Do not leave the engine running in

garages or other confined areas.• When the engine is running, keep

hands, clothing, tools, and otherobjects away from the fan and waterpump belt. Even though the fan maynot be moving, it can automaticallyturn on without warning.

• When it is necessary to do servicework with the engine running, makesure that the parking brake isapplied fully and the transmission isin Neutral.

• Do not touch ignition wires or otherignition system parts when startingthe engine or when the engine isrunning, or you could receive anelectric shock.

• Be careful not to touch hot exhaustcomponents such as the manifold,pipes, and mufflers.

• Do not allow smoking, sparks, orflames around gasoline or thebattery. Flammable fumes arepresent.

• Do not get under your vehicle if itis supported only with the portablejack provided in your vehicle.

• Be careful not to cause accidentalshort circuits between the positiveand negative battery terminals.

• Keep used oil, coolant, and otherfluids away from children and pets.Dispose of used fluids properly;never pour them on the ground, intosewers, etc.


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The following table shows when regularmaintenance on your vehicle is required.This table shows in kilometres and monthswhen inspections, adjustments, lubricationand other services should be performed.

Maruti recommends that maintenanceon your Maruti vehicle be performedby Maruti Authorised Dealer/ServiceStation.

Whenever it becomes necessary toreplace parts on your vehicle, it isrecommended that you use MARUTIGENUINE PARTS (MGP).

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A....Adjust. I....Inspect and correct or replace if necessary.T....Tighten to specified torque. C....Clean.R....Replace or change. O....RotateL....Lubricate.

Note:This table includes services as scheduled up to 80,000 km mileage. Beyond 80,000 km, carry out the same services at the same intervalsrespectively.

Interval: This interval should be judged FREE INSPECTIONS PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE AT COSTby odometer reading or months, km (x 1,000) 1 5 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80whichever comes first. months 1 6 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96

ENGINE

1. Water pump drive belt (tension, wear) A I I I I I I R A I

2. Engine coolant (level, leakage) I I I R I R I R I R

3. Engine oil (API GRADE SF, SG, SH) & Oil filter R I R R R R R R R R

4. Cooling system hoses and connections (leakage, damage) I I I I I I I I I I

5. Engine bolts (All cylinder head and manifold fixings) – – T – T – T – T –

6. Engine mounting (loose, damage) – – T – T – T – T –

7. Valve clearance – A – A – A – A – A

8. Camshaft timing belt (damage, wear) – – – I – I – I – IReplace every 1,00,000 km

9. Exhaust system (noise, leakage or otherwise defective) – I – I – I – I – I

10. Positive crankcase ventilation System (Hoses, connections and valve) – I – I – I – I – I

IGNITION

1. Ignition wiring, (damage, deterioration) – – – I – I – I – I

2. Distributor cap and rotor (wear, deterioration) – – – I – I – I – I

3. Spark plugs (clean and adjust the gap) – – I R I R I R I R

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Interval: This interval should be judged FREE INSPECTIONS PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE AT COST

by odometer reading or months, km (x 1,000) 1 5 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80whichever comes first. months 1 6 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96

FUEL

1. Air cleaner Paved-road Clean every 5,000 km. Replace every 40,000 km.

Dusty condition Clean every 2,500 km or as required. Replace every 40,000 km. More frequentreplacement if dust condition is severe.

2. Accelerator cable and Throttle shafts – I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L

3. Fuel tank cap, fuel lines & connections(leakage,damage) – I – – – I – – – I

4. Fuel filter (leakage) I I I I I R I I I R

CLUTCH AND TRANSMISSION

1. Clutch pedal (play) I I I I I I I I I I

2. Clutch slipping (dragging or excessive damage) I I I I I I I I I I

3. Manual Transmission/Transfer and Differential oil (level, leakage) I I I R I R I R I R

DRIVE SHAFTS

1. Drive shafts boots (bent of boots damage) – I I I R I I R I I

BRAKE

1. Brake fluid (level, leakage) I I I R I R I R I R

2. Brake pedal (pedal-to-wall clearance) I I I I I I I I I I

3. Parking brake lever and cable (play, damage) I I I I I I I I I I

4. a. Brake discs and pads, (wear) – I I I I I I I I Ib. Brake drums & shoes – – I I I I I I I I

5. Master cylinder and wheel cylinder or calliper (oil leakage, boot kit) I I I I I R I I I R

6. Brake hoses and pipes (leakage, damage) I I I I I I I I I I

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Interval: This interval should be judged FREE INSPECTIONS PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE AT COST

by odometer reading or months, km (x 1,000) 1 5 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80

whichever comes first. months 1 6 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96

WHEEL1. Tyres (air pressure, abnormal wear, crack, ROTATION) Rotate and inspect every 5,000 km

2. Wheels (damage) I I I I I I I I I I

3. Front wheel bearings (loose, damage) – I I I I I I I I I

4. Rear wheel bearings (loose, damage) – I I I I I I I I I

FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION1. Suspension strut (oil leakage, damage) I I I I I I I I I I

2. Suspension arms and knuckle supports (loose,damage) – I I I I I I I I I

3. Rear spring (damage) – I I I I I I I I I

4. Shock absorbers (oil leakage, damage) I I I I I I I I I I

5. All bolts and nuts (loose) – T T T T T T T T T

6. Suspension arms and Tension rods – I I I I I I I I I

STEERING1. Steering wheel (play, loose) I I I I I I I I I I

2. Steering gear box (loose, leakage) I I I I I I I I I I

3. All rods and arms (loose, damage, wear) I I I I I I I I I I

ELECTRICAL1. Battery electrolyte (level, leakage) I I I I I I I I I I

2. Wiring harness connection (looseness, damage) – I I I I I I I I I

3. Lighting system (operation, stains, damage) I I I I I I I I I I

4. Horn (operation) I I I I I I I I I I

5. System voltage – I I I I I I I I I

BODY

1. All chassis bolts and nuts (tighten) – I T T T T T T T T

2. All Latches, Hinges & Locks (function) I I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L I&L

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Interval: This interval should be judged FREE INSPECTIONS PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE AT COSTby odometer reading or months, km (x 1,000) 1 5 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80whichever comes first. months 1 6 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96

ROAD TEST1. Operation of Brakes, Gear shifting & speedometer I I I I I I I I I I

2. Body and Chassis noise I I I I I I I I I I

AIR CONDITIONER (if equipped)

1. Check belt tension I I I I I I I I I I

2. Check Receiver Drier bubbles. I I I I I I I I I I

3. Tighten compressor mounting bolts – T T T T T T T T T

4. Check all hose joints, tighten if necessary I I I I I I I I I I

5. Check functioning of Recirc flap I I I I I I I I I I

6. Clean condenser with low pressure water – C C C C C C C C C

7. Check belt for frayed edges, change if necessary – I I I I I I I I I

8. Check all mounting bolts – I I I I I I I I I

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• All maintenance should be carriedout with the ignition switch in the“OFF” position and the car parkedsecurely on the level ground unlessotherwise specified.

• If you are in any way unsure of yourability to undertake a task, then donot start it but contact your Marutidealer to perform the work for you.

DRIVE BELT

Water pump belt 6 - 7 mm

Air conditioner belt 7 - 9 mm

The belt should also be examined to ensurethat it is not damaged. If the belt needs tobe replaced or adjusted, have it done byyour MARUTI dealer.

When the engine is running, keephands, hair, clothing, tools, etc. awayfrom the fan and water pump belt.Even though the fan may not bemoving, it can automatically turn onwithout warning.

Make sure the drive belt tension is correct.If the belt is too loose, insufficient batterycharging, engine overheating, or excessivebelt wear can result. When you press thebelt with your thumb midway between thepulleys, the belt deflection should be withinthe specification below.

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ENGINE OIL AND FILTER

Oil Level CheckIt is important to keep the engine oil at thecorrect level for proper lubrication of yourvehicle’s engine. Check the oil level with thevehicle on a level surface. The oil levelindication may be inaccurate if the vehicleis on a slope. The oil level should bechecked either before starting the engine orat least five minutes after stopping theengine.

Pull out the oil dipstick, wipe oil off with aclean cloth, insert the dipstick all the wayinto the engine, then remove it again. Theoil on the stick should be between the upperand lower limits shown on the stick. If the

Specified oilBe sure that the engine oil you use comesunder the API classification of SF, SG orSH. Select the appropriate oil viscosityaccording to the above chart.

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oil level indication is near the lower limit,add enough oil to raise the level to theupper limit.

RefillingRemove the oil filler cap and pour oil slowlythrough the filler hole to bring the oil levelto the upper limit on the dipstick. Be carefulnot to overfill. Too much oil is almost asbad as too little oil. After refilling, start theengine and allow it to idle for about aminute. Stop the engine, wait for two orthree minutes and check the oil level again.

Changing Engine Oil and FilterDrain the engine oil while the engine is stillwarm.1) Remove the oil filler cap.2) Place a drain pan under the drain plug.3) Using the correct spanner remove the

drain plug and drain out the engine oil.

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Tightening torque:5.0 kg-m (36.5 lb-ft)

The engine oil temperature may behigh enough to burn your fingerswhen the drain plug is loosened. Waituntil the drain plug is cool enough totouch with your bare hands.

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New and used oil can be hazardous.Children and pets may be harmed byswallowing new or used oil. Keep newand used oil and used oil filters awayfrom children and pets.Continuous contact with used engineoil has been found to cause (skin)cancer in laboratory animals.Brief contact with used oil may irritateskin.To minimize your exposure to usedoil, wear a long-sleeve shirt andmoistureproof gloves (such asdishwashing gloves) when changingoil. If oil contacts your skin, washthoroughly with soap and water.Launder any clothing or rags if wetwith oil.Recycle or properly dispose of usedoil and filters.

4) Reinstall the drain plug and gasket.Tighten the plug to a torque of5.0 kg-m (36.5 lb-ft).

Replace the oil filter1) Using an oil filter wrench, turn the oil

filter counterclockwise and remove it.2) Using a clean rag, wipe off the mounting

surface on the engine where the newfilter will be seated.

3) Smear a little engine oil around therubber gasket of the new oil filter.

4) Screw on the new filter by hand until thefilter gasket contacts the mountingsurface.

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Tightening torque: 1.4 kg-m (10.5 lb-ft)

To tighten the oil filter properly, it isimportant to accurately identify theposition at which the filter gasket firstcontacts the mounting surface.

5) Tighten the filter 3/4 turn from the pointof contact with the mounting surface [orto 1.4 kg-m (10.5 lb-ft)] using an oil filterwrench.

To prevent oil leakage, make sure thatthe oil filter is tight, but do notovertighten it.

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Refill with oil and check for leaks.1) Pour oil through the filler hole and install

the filler cap.For the approximate capacity of the oil,refer to the "CAPACITIES" item in the"SPECIFICATIONS" section.

2) Start the engine and look carefully forleaks at the oil filter and drain plug. Runthe engine at various speeds for at least5 minutes.

3) Stop the engine and wait for fiveminutes. Check the oil level again andadd oil if necessary. Check for leaksagain.

When replacing the oil filter, it isrecommended that you use a genuineMARUTI replacement filter.

Oil leaks from around the oil filter ordrain plug indicate incorrectinstallation or gasket damage. If youfind any leaks or are not sure that thefilter has been properly tightened,have the vehicle inspected by yourMARUTI dealer.

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Gear oil level checkTo check the gear oil level, use thefollowing procedure:1) Park the vehicle on a level surface with

the parking brake applied.2) Clean casing around oil filler plug to

remove risk of any loose dirt or debrisentering oil filler plug hole. Remove theoil filler plug 1.

3) Feel the inside of the hole with yourfinger. If the oil level comes up to thebottom of the plug hole, the oil level iscorrect. If so, reinstall the plug.

4) If the oil level is low, add gear oilthrough the filler plug hole 1 until theoil level reaches the bottom of the fillerhole, then reinstall the plug.

Oil filler and level plug 1Tightening torque:2.1 kg-m (21 N.m, 15.5 lb-ft)

Specified Manual Transmission oilWhen adding gear oil, use the appropriateviscosity and grade as shown in the chartbelow. We highly recommend you use APIGL-4 SAE 75W-90 gear oil.

Type of oil Gear oil, API GL-4

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After driving the vehicle, thetransmission oil temperature may behigh enough to burn you. Wait untilthe oil filler plug is cool enough totouch with your bare hands beforeinspecting transmission oil.

When tightening the plug, applysealing compound to the plugthreads to prevent oil leakage.

Gear oil changeSince special procedures, materials andtools are required, it is recommended thatyou trust this job to your authorizedMARUTI dealer.

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Adding CoolantIf the Coolant level is below the “LOW”mark, more coolant should be added.Remove the reservoir tank cap and addcoolant until the reservoir tank level reachesthe “FULL” mark. Never fill the reservoirtank above the “FULL” mark.

• When adding or replacing coolant,use a high quality ethylene glycolantifreeze and anticorrosion dilutedwith distilled water. If the lowestambient temperature in your area isexpected to be -15 0C (50F) or above,make the antifreeze concentration ofthe mixture you use at least 30%but no more than 50%. If -16 0C (30F)or below, make the concentration atleast 50%. If the 50% concentrationdoes not provide adequateprotection against freezing, followthe instructions on the antifreezecontainer to obtain the desiredfreezing point.

Coolant Level CheckCheck the coolant level at the reservoirtank, not at the radiator. With the enginecool, the coolant level should be betweenthe “FULL” and “LOW” marks.

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It is dangerous to remove the radiatorcap when the water temperature ishigh, because scalding fluid andsteam may be blown out underpressure. Wait until the coolanttemperature has lowered beforeremoving the cap.

Coolant ReplacementSince special procedures, materials andtools are required, it is recommended thatyou trust this job to your authorizedMARUTI dealer.

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WINDSCREEN WASHER FLUID

Check that there is washer fluid in the tank.Refill it if necessary. Use a good qualitywindscreen washer fluid, diluted with wateras necessary.

Do not use “antifreeze” solution in thewindscreen washer reservoir. This canseverely impair visibility when sprayedon the windscreen, and can alsodamage your vehicle’s paint.

Damage may result if the washermotor is operated whilst the fluid orfluid nozzles are frozen or with nofluid in the washer tank.

AIR CLEANER

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Take out the air cleaner case after openingbolts 1. Take out the air cleaner elementafter unhooking the clamps 2 as shown inthe illustration. Blow off dust on air cleanerelement by compressed air. If the aircleaner element appears to be dirty, replaceit with a new one.

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The air cleaner element should bereplaced every 40,000 km. Morefrequent replacement is necessarywhen you drive under dustyconditions.

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contaminants to enter the enginethrough the spark plug holes whenthe plugs are removed.

• Never use spark plugs with thewrong thread size or length.

When replacing spark plugs, youshould use the brand and typespecified for your vehicle. For thespecified plugs, refer to the“SPECIFICATIONS” section at the endof this book.

You should inspect spark plugs periodicallyfor carbon deposits. When carbonaccumulates on a spark plug, a strong sparkmay not be produced. Remove carbondeposits with a wire or pin and adjust thespark plug gap.

• When disconnecting the spark plugcables, pull on the boot, not on thecable itself. Pulling on the cable candamage it.

• When installing the spark plugs,screw them in with your fingers toavoid stripping the threads. Tightenwith a torque wrench to 1.5 kg-m(15 N-m, 10.5 lb-ft). Do not allow

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engine must be running). Should thelight come on, immediately ask yourMARUTI dealer to inspect the brakesystem.

• A rapid fluid loss indicates a leak inthe brake system which should beinspected by your MARUTI dealerimmediately.

• Brake fluid can harm your eyes anddamage painted surfaces. Usecaution when refilling the reservoir.

Brake FluidCheck the brake fluid level by looking at thereservoir in the engine compartment. Checkthat the fluid level is between the “MAX”and “MIN” lines. If the brake fluid level isnear the “MIN” line, fill it up to the “MAX”line with SAE J1703 or DOT-3 brake fluid.

Failure to follow the guidelines belowcan result in personal injury orserious damage to the brake system.• If the brake fluid in the reservoir

drops below a certain level, thebrake warning light on theinstrument panel will come on (the

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NOTE:If you experience some firing problem ofspark plugs, such as, hard engine-starting,misfire etc., the cause may be located notonly on spark plugs but also on deterioratedignition wiring (generally, used for more than80,000 km or five years). If spark plugreplacement does not solve the problem,have the ignition wiring and other ignitionsystem inspected by your MARUTI dealer.

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• Do not use any fluid other than SAEJ1703 or DOT-3 brake fluid. Do notuse reclaimed fluid or fluid that hasbeen stored in old or opencontainers. It is essential thatforeign particles and other liquidsare kept out of the brake fluidreservoir.

The brake fluid should be replacedevery two years or 20,000 km.

NOTE:With disc brakes, the fluid level can beexpected to gradually fall as the brake padswear.

Brake PedalCheck if the brake pedal stops at theregular height without "spongy" feeling whenyou depress it. If not, have the brakesystem inspected by your MARUTI dealer.If you doubt the brake pedal for the regularheight, check it as follows:

With the engine running, measure thedistance between the brake pedal and floorwall when the pedal is depressed withapproximately 30 kg (66 lbs) of force. Theminimum distance required is 85 mm (3.4in). Since your vehicle’s brake system isself-adjusting, there is no need for pedaladjustment. If the pedal to floor walldistance as measured above is less thanthe minimum distance required, have yourvehicle inspected by your MARUTI dealer.

NOTE:When measuring the distance between thebrake pedal and floor wall, be sure not toinclude any floor covering in themeasurement.

If you experience any of the followingproblems with your vehicle’s brakesystem, have the vehicle inspectedimmediately by your MARUTI dealer.• Poor braking performance• Uneven braking (Brakes not working

uniformly on all wheels.)• Excessive pedal travel• Brake dragging• Excessive noise• Pedal pulsation (Pedal pulsates

when depressed.)

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Parking brakeCheck the parking brake for properadjustment by counting the number of clicksmade by the ratchet teeth as you slowly pullup on the parking brake lever to the pointof full engagement. The parking brake levershould stop between the 3rd and 6th ratchettooth and the rear wheels should besecurely locked. If the parking brake is notproperly adjusted or the brakes drag afterthe lever has been fully released, have theparking brake inspected and/or adjusted byyour MARUTI dealer.

STEERING CLUTCH PEDAL

Check the play of the steering wheel bygently turning it from left to right andmeasuring the distance that it moves beforeyou feel slight resistance. The play shouldbe between 0 – 30 mm (0.0 – 1.2 in).

Check that the steering wheel turns easilyand smoothly without rattling by turning itall the way to the right and to the left whiledriving very slowly in an open area. If theamount of free play is outside thespecification or you find anything else to bewrong, an inspection must be performed byyour MARUTI dealer.

Measure the clutch pedal play by movingthe clutch pedal with your hand andmeasuring the distance it moves until youfeel slight resistance. The play in the clutchpedal should be between 15 – 20 mm(0.6 – 0.8 in). If the play is more or lessthan the above, or clutch dragging is feltwith the pedal fully depressed, have theclutch inspected by your MARUTI dealer.

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TYRES

• Air pressures should be checkedwhen the tyres are cold or you mayget inaccurate readings.

• Check the inflation pressure fromtime to time while inflating the tyregradually, until the specifiedpressure is obtained.

• Never underinflate or overinflate thetyres.Underinflation can cause unusualhandling characteristics or cancause the rim to slip on the tyrebead, resulting in an accident ordamage to the tyre or rim.Overinflation can cause the tyre toburst, resulting in personal injury.Overinflation can also causeunusual handling characteristicswhich may result in an accident.

2) Check that the depth of the tread grooveis more than 1.6 mm (0.06 in). To helpyou check this, the tyres have moulded-in tread wear indicators in the grooves.When the indicators appear on the treadsurface, the remaining depth of the treadis 1.6 mm (0.06 in) or less and the tyreshould be replaced.

3) Check for abnormal wear, cracks anddamage. Any tyres with cracks or otherdamage should be replaced. If any tyresshow abnormal wear, have theminspected by your MARUTI dealer.

The front and rear tyre pressurespecifications for your vehicle are listed onthe Tyre Inflation Pressure Label and in the“SPECIFICATIONS” section at the end ofthis book. Both the front and rear tyresshould have the specified tyre pressure.

Tyre InspectionInspect your vehicle’s tyres periodically byperforming the following checks:

1) Measure the air pressure with a tyregauge. Adjust the pressure if necessary.

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Hitting curbs and running over rockscan damage tyres and affect wheelalignment. Be sure to have tyres andwheel alignment checked periodicallyby your MARUTI dealer.

4) Check for loose wheel nuts.5) Check that there are no nails, stones, or

other objects sticking into the tyres.

Your MARUTI is equipped with tyreswhich are all the same type and size.This is important to ensure propersteering and handling of the vehicle.Never mix tyres of different size ortype on the four wheels of yourvehicle. The size and type of tyresused should be only those approvedby MARUTI as standard or optionalequipment for your vehicle.

Replacing the wheels and tyresequipped on your vehicle with certaincombinations of aftermarket wheelsand tyres can significantly change thesteering and handling characteristicsof your vehicle. Therefore, use onlythose wheel and tyre combinationsapproved by MARUTI as standard oroptional equipment for your vehicle.

Replacing the original tyres with tyresof a different size may result in falsespeedometer or odometer readings.

Tyre RotationTo avoid uneven wear of your tyres and toprolong their life, rotate the tyres asillustrated. Tyres should be rotated every5,000 km as recommended in the periodicmaintenance schedule. After rotation, adjustfront and rear tyre pressures to thespecification listed on your vehicle’s TyreInflation Pressure Label.

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Changing WheelsTo change a wheel, use the followingprocedure:

1) Remove the jack , tools and spare wheelfrom the vehicle

2) Loosen, but do not remove the wheelnuts.

3) Jack up the vehicle (follow the jackinginstructions in the EMERGENCYSERVICE section in this manual)

4) Remove the wheel nuts and wheel.

5) Install the new wheel and replace thewheel nuts with their cone shaped endfacing the wheel. Tighten each nutsnugly by hand until the wheel issecurely seated on the hub.

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6) Lower the jack and fully tighten the nuts[4.0 – 7.0 kg-m (28.9 – 50.5 lb-ft)] in acrisscross fashion with a wrench asshown in the illustration.

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BATTERY

To avoid harm to yourself or damageto your vehicle or battery, follow thejump starting instructions in theEMERGENCY SERVICE section of thismanual if it is necessary to jump startyour vehicle.

The level of the battery solution must bekept between the “UPPER” and the“LOWER” level lines at all times. If the levelis found to be below the “LOWER” levelline, add distilled water to the “UPPER” levelline. You should periodically check thebattery, battery terminals, and battery hold-down bracket for corrosion. Removecorrosion using a stiff brush and ammoniamixed with water, or baking soda mixed withwater. After removing corrosion, rinse withclean water.

If your vehicle is not going to be driven fora month or longer, disconnect the cablefrom the negative terminal of the battery tohelp prevent discharge.

FUSES

Batteries produce flammable hydrogengas. Keep flames and sparks awayfrom the battery or an explosion mayoccur. Never smoke when working inthe vicinity of the battery .

When checking or servicing thebattery, disconnect the negative cable.Be careful not to cause a short circuitby allowing metal objects to contactthe battery posts and the vehicle atthe same time.

This vehicle has two types of fuses, asdescribed below :

Main Fuse (fusible link) - The main fusetakes current directly from the battery.

Individual Fuses - These fuses are in thefuse box and for individual electrical circuits.

Main Fuse (fusible link)The main fuse is located on the positiveterminal of battery in the enginecompartment. If the main fuse blows, noelectrical component will function. Whenreplacing the main fuse, use a genuineMARUTI replacement.

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If the main fuse blows, be sure tohave your vehicle inspected by anauthorized MARUTI dealer. Always usea genuine MARUTI replacement. Neveruse a substitute such as a wire evenfor a temporary repair, or extensiveelectrical damage and a fire can result.

Fuse BoxThe fuse fox is located under the driver’sside of the dashboard. Remove the fuse boxcover by pushing in at both ends and pullingoff the cover. To identify the amperage andlocation, refer to the fuse list shown on theback of the fuse box cover. To remove a

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Always be sure to replace a blownfuse with a fuse of the correctamperage. Never use a substitutesuch as aluminium foil or wire toreplace a blown fuse. If you replacea fuse and the new one blows in ashort period of time, you may have amajor electrical problem. Have yourvehicle inspected immediately by yourMARUTI dealer.

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NOTE:Make sure that the fuse box always carriesspare fuses.

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BULB REPLACEMENT

• Light bulbs can be hot enough toburn your finger right after beingturned off. This is true especially forhalogen headlight bulbs. Replacethe bulbs after they become coolenough.

• The headlight bulbs are filled withpressurized halogen gas. They canburst and injure you if they are hitor dropped. Handle them carefully.

The oils from your skin may cause ahalogen bulb to overheat and burstwhen the lights are on. Grasp a newbulb with a clean cloth.

Frequent replacement of a bulbindicates the need for an inspection ofthe electrical system. This should becarried out by your MARUTI dealer.

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Interior LightPull down on the rear part of lens toremove. To install it, hook its front end inand push it up.

The bulb can be removed by simply pullingit out. When replacing the bulb, make surethat the contact springs are holding the bulbsecurely.

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HeadlightsOpen the bonnet. Remove the socket andrubber cover. Then unhook the bulb holdingspring and replace the bulb.

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Front Clearance/Turn Signal Light, SideTurn Signal Light, rear CombinationLight, Registration Plate Light.To remove a bulb holder from a lighthousing, turn the holder counterclockwiseand pull it out. To install the holder, pushthe holder in and turn it clockwise.

Two types (small oval and round) of bulbare used for these lights. To remove andinstall a small oval bulb, simply pull out orpush in the bulb.

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To remove a round bulb from a bulb holder,push in the bulb and turn itcounterclockwise. To install a new bulb,push it in and turn it clockwise. You canaccess the individual bulb holders asdescribed below:

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Front clearance lightOpen the bonnet and support it with theprop rod.

Front turn signal lightUndo the two screws and remove the lens.

Side turn signal lightRemove the lens by using a plain screwdriver covered with a soft cloth.

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Rear combination light (tail, stop, turnsignal, etc.)Undo the screws that secure the housingand remove the housing.

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Registration plate lightUndo the two screws and remove the lighthousing.

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The left and the right wiper armassemblies are different from eachother. In case you have to remove thewiper arm assemblies for any reason,remember not to interchange the twowhile fitting them back. Wrong fitmentmay lead to windshield breakage.

WIPER BLADES

If the wiper blades become brittle ordamaged, or make streaks when wiping,replace the wiper blades.

To avoid scratching or breaking thewindow, do not let the wiper armstrike the windshield while replacingthe wiper blade.

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Jacking Instructions.........................................................................................10-1

Jump Starting Instructions .............................................................................10-2

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JACKING INSTRUCTIONS

Do not put the jack head on to thelateral rod (if equipped), or the lateralrod will be damaged.

6) Continue to raise the jack slowly andsmoothly until the tyre clears the ground.Do not raise the vehicle more thannecessary.

• Use the jack only to change wheels.• Never jack up the vehicle on an

inclined surface.• Never raise the vehicle with the jack

in a location other than the placespecified in the illustration near thewheel to be changed.

• Make sure that the jack is raised atleast 2 inches (51 mm) before itcontacts the vehicle. Use of the jackwhen it is within 2 inches of beingfully collapsed may result in failureof the jack.

1) Park the vehicle securely on hard levelground.

2) Choke the front and rear wheeldiagonally opposite the wheel to bechanged.

3) Switch on the hazard warning flasher ifyour vehicle is in or near traffic.

4) Slacken but do not remove wheel nutson the wheel to be changed.

5) Position the jack vertically and raise thejack by turning the jack handle clockwiseuntil the jack head fits the frontsuspension arm or the rear axle asshown overleaf.

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• Never get under the vehicle when itis supported by the jack.

• Never run the engine when thevehicle is supported by the jack andnever allow passengers to remain inthe vehicle.

JUMP STARTING INSTRUCTIONS

• Never attempt to jump start yourvehicle if the battery appears to befrozen. Batteries in this conditionmay explode or rupture if jumpstarting is attempted.

• When making jump leadconnections, be certain that yourhands and the jump leads remainclear from pulleys, belts, or fans.

• Batteries produce flammablehydrogen gas. Keep flames andsparks away from the battery or anexplosion may occur. Never smokewhen working in the vicinity of thebattery.

• If the booster battery you use forjump starting is installed in anothervehicle, make sure the two vehiclesare not touching each other.

• If your battery dischargesrepeatedly, for no apparent reason,have your vehicle inspected by anauthorized MARUTI dealer.

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• To avoid harm to yourself ordamage to your vehicle or battery,follow the jump starting instructionsbelow precisely and in order. If youare in doubt, call for qualified roadservice.

• Vehicle equipped with electronic fuelinjection system will not start bypushing or towing as the fuel pumpwill not work in this condition. Thisstarting method could also result inpermanent damage to the catalyticconverter. Use jump leads to starta vehicle with a weak or flat battery.

When jump starting your vehicle, use thefollowing procedure:1) Use only a 12 volt battery to jump start

your vehicle. Position the good 12Vbattery close to your vehicle so that thejump leads will reach both batteries.When using a battery installed onanother vehicle, DO NOT LET THEVEHICLES TOUCH. Apply the parkingbrakes fully on both vehicles.

2) Turn off all vehicle accessories, exceptthose necessary for safety reasons (forexample, headlights or hazard lights).

3) Make jump lead connections as follows:

a) Connect one end of the first jumplead to the positive (+) terminal of theflat battery.

b) Connect the other end to the positive(+) terminal of the booster battery.

c) Connect one end of the second jumplead to the negative (-) terminal ofthe booster battery.

d) Make the final connection to anunpainted, heavy metal part of theengine of the vehicle with the flatbattery.

Never connect the jump lead directlyto the negative (-) terminal of thedischarged battery, or an explosionmay occur.

4) If the booster battery you are using isfitted to another vehicle, start the engineof the vehicle with the booster battery.Run the engine at moderate speed.

5) Start the engine of the vehicle with theflat battery.

6) Remove the jump leads in the exactreverse order in which you connectedthem.

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TOWING

If you need to have your vehicle towed,contact a professional service.

To help avoid damage to your vehicleduring towing, proper equipment andtowing procedures must be used.

Manual TransmissionWhenever possible, your vehicle should betowed from the front with the front wheelslifted. If the steering and drivetrain are ingood condition, your vehicle may be towedfrom the rear with the rear wheels lifted andthe front wheels on the ground. Beforetowing, make sure the steering is unlockedand the transmission is in neutral.

EMERGENCY REMEDIES

If the Engine OverheatsThe engine could overheat temporarily undersevere driving conditions. If the enginecoolant temperature gauge indicatesoverheating during driving:

1) Turn off the air conditioner, if equipped.

2) Take the vehicle to a safe place andpark.

3) Let the engine run at normal idle speedfor a few minutes until the indicator iswithin the normal, acceptabletemperature range between “H” and “C”.

If you see or hear escaping steam,stop the vehicle in a safe place andimmediately turn off the engine to letit cool. Do not open the bonnet whensteam is present. When the steam canno longer be seen or heard, open thehood to see if the coolant is stillboiling. If it is, you must wait until itstops boiling before you proceed.

If the Starter Does Not Operate:1) Try turning the ignition switch to the

“START” position with the headlightsturned on to determine the batterycondition. If the headlights go excessivelydim or go off, it usually means thateither the battery is flat or the batteryterminal contact is poor. Recharge thebattery or correct battery terminal contactas necessary.

2) If the headlights remain bright, check thefuses. If the reason for failure of thestarter is not obvious, there may be amajor electrical problem. Have thevehicle inspected by your authorizedMARUTI dealer.

If the Engine is FloodedIf the engine is flooded with petrol, it maybe hard to start. If this happens, press theaccelerator pedal all the way to the floorand hold it there while cranking the engine.(Do not operate the starter motor for morethan 15 seconds). Release the acceleratoras soon as the engine has started.

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If the temperature indication does not comedown to within the normal, acceptablerange:

1) Turn off the engine and check that thewater pump belt and pulleys are notdamaged or slipping. If any abnormalityis found, correct it.

2) Check the coolant level in the reservoir.If it is found to be lower than the “LOW”line, look for leaks at the radiator, waterpump, and radiator and heater hoses. Ifyou locate any leaks that may havecaused the overheating, do not run theengine until these problems have beencorrected.

3) If you do not find a leak, carefully addcoolant to the reservoir and then theradiator, if necessary. (Refer to “ENGINECOOLANT” in the “INSPECTION ANDMAINTENANCE” section.)

It is dangerous to remove the radiatorcap when the water temperature ishigh, because scalding fluid andsteam may be blown out underpressure. The cap should only betaken off when the coolanttemperature has lowered.

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CORROSION PREVENTION

accelerated rate of corrosion to parts ofthe vehicle which are not well ventilatedto permit quick drying.

This information illustrates the necessity ofkeeping your vehicle (particularly theunderbody) as clean and dry as possible.It is equally important to repair any damageto the paint or protective coatings as soonas possible.

How to Help Prevent Corrosion

Wash your vehicle frequentlyThe best way to preserve the finish on yourvehicle and to help avoid corrosion is tokeep it clean with frequent washing.Wash your vehicle regularly during thewinter and immediately after the winter.Keep your vehicle, particularly the underside,as clean and dry as possible.If you frequently drive on salted roads, yourvehicle should be washed at least once amonth during the winter. If you live near theocean, your vehicle should be washed atleast once a month throughout the year.For washing instructions, refer to the“VEHICLE CLEANING” section.

Remove foreign material depositsForeign material such as salts, chemicals,road oil or tar, tree sap, bird droppings andindustrial fall-out may damage the finish ofyour vehicle if it is left on painted surfaces.

Remove these types of deposits as quicklyas possible. If these deposits are difficult towash off, an additional cleaner may berequired. Be sure that any cleaner you useis not harmful to painted surfaces and isspecifically intended for your purposes.Follow the manufacturer’s directions whenusing these special cleaners.

Repair finish damageCarefully examine your vehicle for damageto the painted surfaces. Should you find anychips or scratches in the paint, touch themup immediately to prevent corrosion fromstarting. If the chips or scratches have gonethrough to the bare metal, have a qualifiedbody shop make the repair.

Keep Passenger and luggagecompartments clean.Moisture, dirt or mud can accumulate underthe floor mats and may cause corrosion.Occasionally, check under these mats toensure that this area is clean and dry. Morefrequent checks are necessary if the vehicleis used off road or in wet weather.

Certain cargos such as chemicals, fertilizers,cleaners, salts, etc., are extremely corrosiveby nature. These products should betransported in sealed containers. If a spillor leak does occur, clean and dry the areaimmediately.

It is important to take good care of yourvehicle to protect it from corrosion.Listed below are instructions for how tomaintain your vehicle to prevent corrosion.Please read and follow these instructionscarefully.

Important Information About Corrosion

Common causes of corrosion1) Accumulation of road salt, dirt, moisture,

or chemicals in hard to reach areas ofthe vehicle underbody or frame.

2) Chipping, scratches and any damage totreated or painted metal surfacesresulting from minor accidents orabrasion by stones and gravel.

Environmental conditions whichaccelerate corrosion1) Road salt, dust control chemicals, sea air

or industrial pollution will all acceleratethe corrosion of metal.

2) High humidity will increase the rate ofcorrosion particularly when thetemperature range is just above thefreezing point.

3) Moisture in certain areas of a vehicle foran extended period of time may promotecorrosion even though other bodysections may be completely dry.

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Store your vehicle in a dry, well-ventilated area.Do not park your vehicle in a damp, poorlyventilated area. If you often wash yourvehicle in the garage or if you frequentlydrive it in when wet, your garage may bedamp. The high humidity in the garage maycause or accelerate corrosion. A wet vehiclemay corrode even in a heated garage if theventilation is poor.

Do not apply additional undercoatingor rust preventive coating on oraround exhaust system componentssuch as the exhaust pipes, etc. A firecould be started if the undercoatingsubstance becomes overheated.

Cover your vehicleIf you cannot regularly park your vehicle ina garage, we recommend you use a vehiclecover. Years of exposure to midday sun cancause the colours in paint, plastic parts, andfabrics to fade. Covering your vehicle witha high-quality, “breathable” vehicle cover canhelp protect the finish from the harmful UVrays in sunlight, and can reduce the amountof dust and air pollution reaching thesurface.

VEHICLE CLEANING

cleaner for tougher stains. If you use afabric cleaner, carefully follow themanufacturer’s instructions and precautions.

Seat BeltsClean seat belts with a mild soap andwater. Do not use bleach or dye on thebelts. They may weaken the fabric in thebelts.

Vinyl floor matsOrdinary dirt can be removed from vinyl withwater or mild soap. Use a brush to helploosen dirt. After the dirt is loosened, rinsethe mat thoroughly with water and dry it inthe shade.

CarpetsRemove dirt and soil as much as possiblewith a vacuum cleaner. Using a mild soapsolution, rub stained areas with a cleandamp cloth. To remove soap, rub the areasagain with a cloth dampened with water.Repeat this until the stain is removed, oruse a commercial carpet cleaner for tougherstains. If you use a carpet cleaner, carefullyfollow the manufacturer’s instructions andprecautions.

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When cleaning the interior or exteriorof the vehicle, NEVER USE flammablesolvents such as lacquer thinners,petrol, benzene or cleaning materialssuch as bleach or strong householddetergents. The materials could causepersonal injury or damage to thevehicle.

Cleaning the Interior

Vinyl upholsteryPrepare a solution of soap or mild detergentmixed with warm water. Apply the solutionto the vinyl with a sponge or soft cloth andlet it soak for a few minutes to loosen dirt.Rub the surface with a clean, damp clothto remove dirt and the soap solution. Ifsome dirt still remains on the surface, repeatthis procedure.

Fabric upholsteryRemove loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.Using a mild soap solution, rub stainedareas with a clean damp cloth. To removesoap, rub the areas again with a clothdampened with water. Repeat this until thestain is removed, or use a commercial fabric

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Cleaning the Exterior

It is important that your vehicle bekept clean and free from dirt. Failureto keep your vehicle clean may resultin fading of the paint or corrosion tovarious parts of the vehicle body.

Washing

• Never attempt to wash and waxyour vehicle with the enginerunning.

• When cleaning the underside of thebody and fender, where there maybe sharp-edged parts, you shouldwear gloves and a longsleeved shirtto protect your hands and armsfrom being cut.

• After washing your vehicle, carefullytest the brakes before driving tomake sure they have maintainedtheir normal effectiveness.

When washing the vehicle, follow theinstructions below:

1) Flush the underside of body and wheelhousings with pressurized water toremove mud and debris. Use plenty ofwater.

When washing the vehicle, avoiddirecting steam or hot water of morethan 80 0C (1760F) on plastic parts.

2) Remove dirt and mud from the bodyexterior with running water. You may usea soft sponge or brush. Do not use hardmaterials which can scratch the paint.

3) Wash the entire exterior with a milddetergent or car wash soap using asponge or soft cloth. The sponge orcloth should be frequently soaked in thesoap solution.

When using a commercial car washproduct, observe the cautionsspecified by the manufacturer. Neveruse strong household detergents orsoaps.

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4) Once the dirt has been completelyremoved, rinse off the detergent withrunning water.

5) After rinsing, wipe off the vehicle bodywith a wet chamois or cloth and allowit to dry in the shade.

6) Check carefully for damage to paintedsurfaces. If there is any damage,“Touchup” the damage following theprocedure below:

a) Clean all damaged spots and allowthem to dry.

b) Stir the paint and “touchup” thedamaged spots lightly using a smallbrush.

c) Allow the paint to dry completely.

WaxingAfter washing the vehicle, waxing andpolishing are recommended to furtherprotect and beautify the paint.• Only use waxes and polishes of good

quality.• When using waxes and polishes,

observe the precautions specified by themanufacturers.

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Engine Serial NumberThe engine serial number is stamped on thecylinder block as shown in the illustrationand also on the identification plate.

Chassis Serial NumberThe chassis and/or engine serial numbersare used to register the vehicle. They arealso used to assist your dealer whenordering or referring to special serviceinformation. Whenever you have occasion toconsult your MARUTI dealer, remember toidentify your vehicle with this number.Should you find the number difficult to read,you will also find it on the identificationplate.

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SPECIFICATIONSNOTE:Specifications are subject to change without notice.

DIMENSIONS UNIT:mm

Overall length 3 335Overall width 1 440Overall height 1 405Wheelbase 2 175Tread front 1 215

rear 1 200Ground clearance 170

MASS (WEIGHT) UNIT:Kg

Kerb mass (weight) 650 (Without A.C.)665 (With A.C.)

Gross vehicle mass (weight) rating 1000Seating Capacity 4 persons

ENGINEType F8D - Four-stroke cycle, 12 Valve, water cooled (SOHC)Number of cylinders 3Bore 68.5 mmStroke 72.0 mmPiston displacement 796 cm3

Compression ratio 9.2:1

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ELECTRICALStandard spark plug NGK – DCPR7EBattery 38B20R (28AH/5HR)Fuses See “INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE” sectionHeadlight 12V 60/55WTurn signal light 12V 21WSide turn signal light 12V 5WClearance light 12V 5WTail/brake light 12V 5/21WRegistration plate light 12V 5WReversing light 12V 21W

WHEEL AND SUSPENSIONTyre size, front and rear 145/70R12Tyre pressures front/rear 1.9 kg/cm2

Suspension type front strutrear Coil spring

STEERINGToe-in 1± 2 mm

CAPACITIESCoolant 3.5 L(Including reservoir tank)Fuel tank 28 LEngine oil 2.7 L (Replacement with Oil Filter)Transmission oil 2.1 L

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