Manuale d’uso / di manutenzione del prodotto XL7 del fabbricante Suzuki
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Part No. 99011-78J00-03E September, 2006 O WNER’S MANU AL 99011-78J00-03E XL7 Printed in U.S.A. See page 5-2 Keep With Vehicle At All Times. Contains Important Information On Safety, Operation & Maintenance.
78J00-03E Prepared by September, 2006 Part No. 99011-78J00-03E Printed in U.S.A. TP270.
78J00-03E This owner’s manual applies to the XL7 series: NOTE: The illustrated model is one of the XL7 series. © COPYRIGHT SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION 2006.
78J00-03E INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing SUZUKI and welcome to our growing family. Your choice was a wise one; SUZUKI prod ucts are a great value that will give you years of drivi ng pleasure. This Owner’s Manual was p repared to help you have a safe, enjo yabl e, and trouble -free experience with your SUZUKI.
78J00-03E SERVICE STATION GUIDE 1. Fuel (see section 5) 2. Engine hood (see section 5) 3. Tire changing tools (see section 5) 4. Engine oil dipstick <Yellow> (see section 5) 5. Engine coolant (see section 5) 6. Windshield washer fluid (see section 5) 7.
78J00-03E TABLE OF CONTENTS California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING Engine exhaus t, some of it s constitu- ents, and certai n product compo- nents contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
78J00-03E LOCATION OF WARNING MESSAGES Read and follow all of the warnings (lab els etc.) on your vehicle. Make sure you understand all of th em. Keep them on the vehicle. Do not remo ve the messages for any reason. If a label comes off or the messages become difficult to read, have i t corrected by your SU ZUKI dealer.
0-1 78J00-03E FOREWORD All information in this manual is based on the latest product information avail- able at the time of publication. Du e to improvements or other changes, there may be discrepancies between informa- tion in th is manual and your veh icle.
0-2 78J00-03E IMPORTANT WARNING / CAUTION / NOTE Please read this manual and fol low its instructions carefull y. To emphasize spe- cial information, the symbol and the words WARNING , CAUTION and NOTE have special meanin gs.
0-3 78J00-03E Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle has compone nts and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols, used on your vehicle, are shown alon g with th e text describing the operation or information rela ting to a spec ific comp onent, control, me ssage, gauge or indi cator.
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SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 1 78J00-03E SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Front Seats ................... ...................... ......................... ........ 1-1 Rear Seats .................. ......................... ......................... .......
1-1 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E Front Seats Manual Seats 808318 Lift the bar l ocated u nder the front of the seat to unlock it. Slide the sea t to where you want it and release the bar. Try to move the seat with your body to be sure the seat i s locked in place.
1-2 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E Manual Lumbar 1211985 If your vehicle has this feature , the knob is located on the front of the driver seat lower cushion on the inboard si de. Turn the knob clockwise or counterclock- wise to increase or decrease the lumbar support.
1-3 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E Driver’s seat with manual recline and manual height adjuster shown 1618868 To adjust the seatback on the driver’s seat, lift the lever on the rear o utboard side of the seat and move the seatback to the desired position.
1-4 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E Do not have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. Head Restraints 805677 Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same hei ght as the top of the occupant’s hea d. This position reduces the chance of a neck i njury in a crash.
1-5 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E Passenger Fol ding Seatback The front passenger’s sea tback may fold flat. To fold the seatback, do the following: 1) Lower the head restraint all the wa y. 2) Lift the bar under the front of the se at to unlock it.
1-6 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E To raise the seatback, do the following: 1) Lift the recliner lever, located on the outboard side of the seat, up fully and push up on the seatback. 2) Continue raising the seatback un til the seatback re-engages.
1-7 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E 5) Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. To recline the seatback, do the followi ng: 1) Lift and hold the lever located on top of the seatback. 2) Tilt the seatback rearward, then release the lever when the seatback is in the desired position.
1-8 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E Third Row Seat If the vehicle has a third row seat, the seat- back(s) can be fol ded. Folding the Seatbac k(s) To fold the seatback, do the following: 1) Remove all items on the seat cushion.
1-9 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safe ty belts. Your vehicle has indicators to remind you and your passengers to buckle your safety belts.
1-10 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E 805928 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop . 805931 The person keeps g oing until stopped by something. In a re al vehicle, it could be the windshield... 809245 or the instrument panel.
1-11 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E Question: If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? Answer: You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in an a ccident – e ven one that is no t your fault – you and your passeng ers can be hurt.
1-12 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety belt through the latch pl ate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants. 809246 The lap pa rt of the belt sho uld be worn low and snug on the hips, ju st touching the thighs.
1-13 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E Question: What is wrong w ith this? 805942 Answer: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. Question: What is wrong w ith this? 805947 Answer: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times.
1-14 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E 1378915 To unlatch the be lt, push the button on the buckle. The belt shoul d go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If y ou slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
1-15 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front pas- senger’s safety belt properly, refer to “Driver Position” in this section. The right front passenger’s safety bel t works the same way as the driver’s s afety belt – except for the following.
1-16 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E strong pelvic bones. And yo u would be less likely to slide under th e lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt wou ld apply force at your abdomen. This could cause seri ous or even fatal injuries. The should er belt should go over the shoul der and across the chest.
1-17 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E 1379299 2) Slide the guide under and pa st the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 1397291 3) Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat.
1-18 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E Safety Belt Pretensioners Your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for the driver and right front passenge r.
1-19 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E 1379302 Question: What if a child is wearing a lap-shou lder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck? Answer: If the child is sitting in a sea t next to a win- dow, move the child toward the center of the vehicle.
1-20 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E 1379304 1379315 Question: What are the different types of add-on child restraints? Answer: Add-on child restrai nts, which are pur- chased by the ve hicle’s owner, are avail- able in four basic type s.
1-21 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E The restraint ma nufacturer’s instruction s that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particu- lar child restraint. In addition, there are many kinds of restraints available for chil- dren with special needs.
1-22 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E 1383218 A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surfa ce against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in pla ce and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint.
1-23 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E Question: How Should I Use a Chil d Restraint? Answer: A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position chil dren. A built- in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle.
1-24 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E endangered in a crash if the ch ild is not properly secured in the child restraint. Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics sh ow that children are safer if they are re stra ined in the rear rather than the front seat.
1-25 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E 1507697 A. Occupant prohibited B. Child restraint using LATCH 1507698 A. Child restraint using LATCH B. No occupant recommended C. Child restraint or occupant usin g safety belt Configurat ions for Use of Three Child Restraints 1507710 A.
1-26 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E 1507704 A. Child restraint or occupan t using safety belt B. Child restraint using LATCH Wherever you install a child restraint, be sure to secure the child restraint properly.
1-27 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E Top Tether Anchor 1550581 A top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicl e. A top tether anchor is buil t into the vehi cle.
1-28 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E to Put the Restraint” in this section for additional information. Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1252139 A. Passenger’s side rear seat lower anchors B. Center rear sea t lower anchors C.
1-29 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E the child restraint with the top tether and the safety belts. Refe r to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual. 1. Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position.
1-30 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E 1379321 3) Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positione d so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1379324 4) Pull the rest of the should er belt all the way out of the retractor to set t h e lock.
1-31 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger's airbag. A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward-facing child restrai nt. Refer to “Where to Put the Restraint ” in this section.
1-32 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E restraint. Refer to “Manual Seats” in this section. If your child restraint has the LATCH sys- tem, refer to “Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)” in this section. There is no top tether anchor at the right front seating position.
1-33 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E the belt, and feed th e shoulder belt back into the retractor. If you are using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on th e child restraint as you tighten the belt.
1-34 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E WARNING You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt – even if you have airbags. Wearing your safety belt dur ing a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it.
1-35 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E 808302 There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel clu ster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag el ectrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an el ectrical problem.
1-36 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E 1177533 The roof-mounted ro llover airbag for the driver and the perso n seated directly behind the driver is loca ted in the ceiling above the side windows.
1-37 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E When Should an Airbag Inflate? The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal airbags are design ed to inflate in moderate to severe fr ontal or near-frontal crashes. But they are designed to inflate only if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold .
1-38 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E impact, and how quickly the vehicle slows down. For roof-mounted rollover a irbags, inflation is de termined by the locatio n and severity of the impact or a rollover event.
1-39 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag, winds hields are broken by vehi- cle deformatio n. Additional windshie ld breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag. • Airbags are designed to i nflate only once.
1-40 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E If your vehicle does not have a rear seat that will accommodate a rear-facing chi ld restraint, never put a child in a rear-facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat unless the passen ger airbag status indicator sho ws off and the airbag is off.
1-41 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E If, after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, check to make sure that the vehi- cle’s seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the seat cushion.
1-42 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E Servici ng Your Airbag -Equippe d Vehicle Airbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are pa rts of the airbag system in several plac es around your vehi- cle. You do not want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle.
1-43 SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 78J00-03E Replacing Restraint Sys t em Parts After a Crash If you have had a crash, do you need new belts or LATCH system parts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if w orn during a more severe crash, then you need ne w parts.
FEATUR ES AND CONTROLS 2 78J00-03E FEATURES AND CONTROLS Keys .............. ...................... ......................... ....................... .. 2-1 Doors and Locks .......... ......................... ...................... ........ 2-5 Windows .
2-1 FEATU RES AND CONTR OLS 78J00-03E Keys 805686 One key is used for the ignition and all of the locks. Key code information can be obtained by your dealer. These code numbers can be used to make new keys. Additional keys that are needed can be made at any retail service facility provided you have the key code information.
2-2 FEATUR ES AND CONTROLS 78J00-03E Remote Keyless En try (RKE) System Operation The vehicle’s doors can be locked and unlocked from about 3 fe et (1 m) up to 65 feet (20 m) aw ay with the Remote Ke yless Entry (RKE) transmitter. If your vehicle has the remote start feature you can also start your vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
2-3 FEATU RES AND CONTR OLS 78J00-03E transmitter will disarm the content theft- deterrent system. Refer to “Conte nt Theft- Deterrent” in th is section. (Vehicle Locator /Panic Alarm): Press and release th is button to locate your vehicle. The turn signal lamps wi ll flash and the horn will sound th ree times.
2-4 FEATUR ES AND CONTROLS 78J00-03E Remote Vehicle Sta rt Your vehicle may have the remote start feature. This feature a llows you to start the engine from outside the vehicle.
2-5 FEATU RES AND CONTR OLS 78J00-03E The remote vehicle start feature will not operate if: • The vehicle’s key is in the ignitio n. • The vehicle’s hood, l iftgate or doors are not closed. • The hazard warning flashers are on. • There is an emission control system malfunction.
2-6 FEATUR ES AND CONTROLS 78J00-03E Delayed L ocking A chime will sound three times to indicate a door or liftga te is open when you try to lock the doors with the remote keyless entry (RKE) transm itter or the power door lock switch.
2-7 FEATU RES AND CONTR OLS 78J00-03E Liftgate To unlock the liftgate, press the unlo ck but- ton on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter twice or use the power door lock switch. To lock the liftgate, press the lock button on the RKE transmitter or use the power door lock switch.
2-8 FEATUR ES AND CONTROLS 78J00-03E Windows 811448 Power Windows 1235612 The window switches are located on each side of the shift lever on the ce nter con- sole. To lower a window, press the switch down. To raise a window, pull the switch up. The power windows o perate when the igni- tion is in RUN or ACC.
2-9 FEATU RES AND CONTR OLS 78J00-03E will go all the way down. To stop the win- dow from lowering, lift the switch all the way up and release it. Window Lockout The driver’s window switches also include a lockout switch. Press the left side of the switch to prevent rear passeng ers from using their window switches.
2-10 FEATUR ES AND CONTROLS 78J00-03E PASS-Key ® III+ The PASS-Key ® III+ system operates on a radio frequency subject to Fede ral Com- munications Commissi on (FCC) Rules and with Industry Can ada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
2-11 FEATU RES AND CONTR OLS 78J00-03E If you are driving and the security ligh t comes on and stays on, you may be able to restart your engine. Your PASS-Key ® III+ system, however, may not be working properly and must be serviced by your dealer.
2-12 FEATUR ES AND CONTROLS 78J00-03E Starting and O perating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Ignition Positions 1410037 With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn it to four different positions. A warni ng tone will so und if you o pen the driver’s door when the key has not been removed from the ignition.
2-13 FEATU RES AND CONTR OLS 78J00-03E tion and park your vehicle, a ch ime will sound, when you open th e driver’s door. Always remember to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you . This will lock your ignition and transaxle. Also , always remember to lock the doors.
2-14 FEATUR ES AND CONTROLS 78J00-03E the oil warms up and lubricates all mov- ing parts. Engine Coolant Heater If your vehicle has this feature, in very cold weather 0°F (–18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heate r can help. You wil l get easier starting and better fuel eco nomy during engine warm-up.
2-15 FEATU RES AND CONTR OLS 78J00-03E started because the vehicle cannot move easily. Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine .
2-16 FEATUR ES AND CONTROLS 78J00-03E Downshifting the tran saxle in slippery road conditions could result in ski dding, refer to “Loss of Control” in “Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle” in the “Driving Your Vehicle” section.
2-17 FEATU RES AND CONTR OLS 78J00-03E SECOND (2) Gear Start Feature When accelerating your vehicle from a stop in snowy and i cy conditions, you may want to shift into SECOND (2). A higher gear, and light ap plication of the gas pe dal, may allow you to gain more traction on slippery surfaces.
2-18 FEATUR ES AND CONTROLS 78J00-03E 4) Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the igni- tion key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).
2-19 FEATU RES AND CONTR OLS 78J00-03E Engine Exhaust Running the Engine While Parked It is better not to park with the engine run- ning. But if you ever have to, h ere are some things to know. Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle will not move.
2-20 FEATUR ES AND CONTROLS 78J00-03E Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror To adjust the angle of the mirror, move the mirror to a position that allows you see to out of the back window. To ad just the height of the mirror, adjust the ar m that connects the mirror to the windshield.
2-21 FEATU RES AND CONTR OLS 78J00-03E ZONE is displayed. The number shown is the current zone number. 3) Scroll through the zone numbers that appear in the com pass/temperature window on the mirror by pressing the on/off button. Once you find your zone number, release the button.
2-22 FEATUR ES AND CONTROLS 78J00-03E Center Console Storage Area Your vehicle has a center console armre st with storage area. Use the top lever on the front of the console to open it. There is an additional stora ge area underneath the center console.
2-23 FEATU RES AND CONTR OLS 78J00-03E 1767348 To reposition the crossra il, pull up on the end levers on each side of the crossrail to the upright position. This will release the locking mechanism from the si derail. Lift and place the crossrail into the new posi- tion.
2-24 FEATUR ES AND CONTROLS 78J00-03E Sunroof If your vehicle has this feature, the sunroof switch is located on the headliner above the rearview mirror. The igniti on must be in RUN or ACC, or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be active, to operate the sunroof.
2-25 FEATU RES AND CONTR OLS 78J00-03E MEMO.
INSTRUMENT PANE L 3 78J00-03E INSTRUMENT PANEL Instrument Panel Overvi ew ............ ......................... ........... 3-1 Climate Controls ........................ ......................... ................ 3-10 Warning Lights, Gages, an d Indicators .
3-1 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E Instrument Panel Overview 1732990.
3-2 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E The main componen ts of your instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets. Refer to “Outlet Adjust- ment” in this section. B. Turn Signal/Multifun ction Lever. Refer to “Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever” in this section.
3-3 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E Hazard Warning Flashers The hazard warning flashers let you warn the police and others that you have a prob- lem. The front and rea r turn signal lamps will flash on and off. 1223926 The hazard warning flasher butto n is located in the ce nter of the instrument panel.
3-4 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E To signal a turn, mo ve the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is fi nished, the lever will return automati cally. 808320 An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change.
3-5 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E (Delay Adju stment): Move the lever to the delay posi tion to choose a delayed wiping cycle. Turn the intermittent adjust band down for a longer delay or up for a shorter delay. (Off): Move the lever to this position to turn off the windshield wi pers.
3-6 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E 1541871 The cruise control buttons are locate d on the left side of the steering wheel. (On/Off): Press this button to turn the cruise control system on and off. The indicator light is on when cruise contro l is on and turns off when cruise control i s off.
3-7 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E the vehicle’s speed for approximatel y 60 seconds, cruise control will disengage . Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your spe ed, load, and the steepness of the hill s.
3-8 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E When it is bright enough outsid e, the head- lamps will go off a nd the DRL will co me on. As with any vehicle, you shoul d turn on the regular headlamp system when you ne ed it.
3-9 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E your vehicle will come on w hen any door is opened. In addition, the l ight will come on when the remote keyless entry unlock but- ton is pressed.
3-10 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E Power (RAP)” in “Sta rtin g and Operating Your Vehicle” in the “Features and Con- trols” section. Accessory Power Outle t (s) The accessory power outlets can be used to connect electrical e quipment such as a cellular phone or CB radio.
3-11 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E Automatic Climate Control System with Rear Air Conditioning and Heating Sys- tem 1732674 Automatic Operation AUTO (Automatic Fan): When this position is se lected on the fan control, the system automatically adjusts the fan speed.
3-12 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E The modes can also be selected by press- ing the following bu ttons: AUX (Auxiliary): This button is on a veh icle that has the Rear Climate Control System. Pre ss it to turn on the rear heati ng and air condition- ing.
3-13 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E (Rear): Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off. An indicator l ight on the button comes on to let you know that the rear window defogger i s activated. The rear window defogger only works when the ignition is in RUN.
3-14 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E Mode Knob The right knob on the control panel lets you to choose the direction of air delivery. (Vent): This setting directs the air through the headliner ou tlets. (Bi-Level): This setting directs the air thro ugh the floor outlets, as well as the headliner outlets.
3-15 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators This part describes the w arning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages ca n signal that something is wron g before it becomes seri- ous enough to cause an expensive rep air or replacement.
3-16 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E Tachometer The tachom eter shows your engin e speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will come on for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety bel t is already buckled.
3-17 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E The airbag readine ss light should fla sh for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If the light does not come on then, have it fixed so it wil l be ready to warn you if there is a problem. Passenger Airbag Sta tus Indicator Your vehicle has th e passenger sensing system.
3-18 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E If the word ON or the on symbol i s lit on the passenger airbag statu s indicator, it means that the right front passenger’s frontal air- bag is enabled (may inflate).
3-19 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E Battery Warning Light 812700 Your vehicle has a b attery warning light. If this light comes on while you are driving, be sure to turn off a ccessories such as the radio and climate control system . Have your vehicle serviced rig ht away.
3-20 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E Anti-Lock Brake System Warn ing Light 807057 With the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), the light will come o n when your engine is started and stay on for several seconds. This is normal. If the ABS warning light comes on a nd stays on, there may be a problem wi th the anti-lock portion of the brake system.
3-21 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E This light will also come on whe n starting your vehicle. If it does not, have your vehi- cle serviced. Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 1716501 This gage shows the engine coolant tem- perature. If the poin ter moves towards the H, the engine is too hot.
3-22 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E This light should come on, as a check to show you it is working, when the ignition is on and the e ngine is not running. If the light does not come on, have it repaired . This light will also come on during a mal- function in one of two ways: • Light Flashing A misfire conditio n has been detected.
3-23 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E acceleration, or stumbling on acceleration. (These conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up.) Thi s will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on. If you experience one or more of these conditions, change th e fuel brand you use.
3-24 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E Change Engine Oil Ligh t 806876 If this light comes on and stays on for 30 seconds, it means that service is requi red for your vehicle.
3-25 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E Highbeam On Light 808597 This light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. Refer to “Headlamp High /Low-Beam Changer” in th is section. Service All-Whee l Drive Light 1710820 This light is located in the ce nter of your instrument p anel cluster.
3-26 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E Service Vehi cle Soon Light 1254434 This light will come on if a condition exi sts that may require the vehicle to be ta ken in for service.
3-27 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E Driver Information Center (DIC) Your vehicle has a Drive r Information Cen- ter (DIC). All messages will appear in the DIC disp lay located in the ce nter of the instrument panel cluster . The DIC but tons are located on the center of the instrument panel.
3-28 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E Trip/Fuel Menu Items Trip/Fuel (1): Press this button to scroll through the fol- lowing displays: ODOMETER Press the trip/fuel button until ODOMETER displays. This display shows the distance the vehicle has bee n driven in either mi les (mi) or kilometers (k m).
3-29 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E Vehicle Information Menu Items Vehicle Information (2): Press this button to scroll through the fol- lowing displays: OIL LIFE Press the vehicle information button until OIL LIFE REMAINING displays. This dis- play shows an estima te of the oil’s remain- ing useful life.
3-30 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E RELEARN REMOTE KEY This display allows you to match the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to your vehicle. To match a RKE transmitter to your vehicle, do the following: 1) Make sure the vehicle is in PARK (P). 2) Press the vehicle information button until PRESS TO RELEARN REMOTE KEY displays.
3-31 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E enabled. If the passenger’s safe ty belt is already buckled, this message and chime will not come on. BUCKLE SEATBELT This message reminds you to buckle the driver’s safety belt.
3-32 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E ENGINE OVERHEATD (Overheated) STOP ENGINE NOTE: If you drive your vehicle while the e ngine is overheating, severe engine d amage may occur. If an ove rheat warning appears on the instrument panel cluster and /or DIC, stop the vehicle as soon as possible.
3-33 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE This message displays while you are matching a Remote Keyl ess Entry (RKE) transmitter to your vehicle. Refer to “LEARN REMOTE KEY” under “DIC Oper- ation and Displays” in this section for more information.
3-34 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E stays on, there may be a problem wi th the TPM. See your dealer. SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL This message displa ys when the Traction Control System (TCS) is not functioning properly. A warning light also appe ars on the instrument panel cl uster.
3-35 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E • The TCS is turned off by pressing the traction control button. Refer to “Traction Control System (TCS)” in “Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle” in the “Driv- ing Your Vehicle” section for more infor- mation.
3-36 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E • NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. Choose one of the avai lable settings and press the set/reset button while it is dis- played on the DIC to sel ect it. AUTO LOCK This feature allows you to select when the vehicle’s doors will automatically lo ck.
3-37 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E press the lock button on the RKE trans- mitter, and the horn will sound when the lock button is pressed again within five seconds of the previous command. • NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain.
3-38 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E Choose one of the avai lable settings and press the set/reset button while it is dis- played on the DIC to sel ect it. APPROACH LIGHTING This feature allows you to select whether or not to have the exterior lights turn on briefly during low light period s after unlock- ing the vehicle using the RKE transmitter.
3-39 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E • DO NOT RESTO RE: The personalization features wil l not be set to their factory default settings. Choose one of the avai lable settings and press the set/reset button while it is dis- played on the DIC to sel ect it.
3-40 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E Your vehicle has a feature ca lled Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, the audio system can be pl ayed even after the ignition is turned off. Re fer to “Retained Accessory Power (RAP)” in “Starting and Operating Your Vehicle” in the “Features and Controls” sectio n for more information.
3-41 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E Radio with CD (Base) 1546915 Playing the Radi o (Power/Volume): Press this knob to tu rn the system on and off. Turn this knob clo ckwise or counterclock- wise to increase or decrease the volume. The radio remembers th e previous volume setting whenever the radio is turned on .
3-42 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) BAL/FADE (Balance/Fade): To adjust the balance or fa de, press this button or the tune knob until the desired speaker control label a ppears on the dis- play. Turn t he tune knob clockwise or coun- terclockwise to adjust the setting.
3-43 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E arrow is held or pressed mu ltiple times, the player continues moving backward or for- ward through the CD. REV (Reverse): Press and hold this button to reverse play- back quickly within a track. You will hear sound at a reduced volume.
3-44 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E nected, press the radio CD/AUX button to begin playing au dio from the device over the vehicle speakers. (Power/Volume): Turn this knob clo ckwise or counterclock- wise to increase or decrease the volume of the portable player.
3-45 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E 2) Press the MENU button to display the radio setup menu. 3) Press the pushbutton under the AUTO VOLUM label on the radio display. 4) Press the pushbutton under the desired Speed Compensated Volume setti ng (OFF, Low, Med, or High) to select the level of radio volume compensation.
3-46 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E Setting the Tone (Bass/Midrange/Treble) BASS/MID/TREB (Bass, Midrange, or Treble): To adjust bass, midrange, or treble, press the tune knob unti l the tone control labels appear on the display. Continue pressing to highlight th e desired label, or press the pushbutton positioned under the desired label.
3-47 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E Removed categories can be restored by pressing the pushbu tton under the Add label when a remove d category is dis- played or by pressing the pushbutton under the Restore All label. The radio does not allow you to remove or add categories while the vehicle is movi ng faster than 5 mph (8 km/h).
3-48 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E SEEK : Press the left SEEK arrow to go to the start of the current track, if more than ten sec- onds have played. Press the right SEEK arrow to go to the next track. I f either SEEK arrow is held , or pressed multi ple times, the player continues moving backwa rd or forward through the tracks on the CD.
3-49 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E To use a portable audio player, connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 inch) cable to the radio’s front auxiliary input jack. When a device i s con- nected, press the radio CD/AUX button to begin playing au dio from the device over the vehicle speakers.
3-50 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E Playing the Radi o (Power/Volume): Press this knob to tu rn the system on and off. Turn this knob clo ckwise or counterclock- wise to increase or decrease the volume. Speed Compensated Volume (SCV): The radio has Speed Co mpensated Vol- ume (SCV).
3-51 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E 4) Repeat the steps for each pushbutton radio station you want stored as a favor- ite. The number of favorites pages can be setup using the MEN U button. To setup the number of favorites pages, perform the fol- lowing steps: 1) Press the MENU button to display the radio setup menu.
3-52 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E Finding a Catego ry (CAT) Station CAT (Category): The CAT button is used to find XM TM sta- tions when the radio is in the XM TM mode. To find XM TM channels within a desired category, perform the follow ing: 1) Press the BAND button until the XM™ frequency displays.
3-53 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E of recording, t h e qualit y of the music that has been recorded, an d the way the CD-R has been handled. There can be an increase in skipping, difficulty in finding tracks, and/or diffic ulty in loading and ejecting.
3-54 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E BAND: Press this button to listen to the radio when a CD or DV D is playin g. The CD or DV D remains inside the radio for future listening or for viewing entertainment. DVD/CD AUX (Auxiliary): Press this button to cycle through DVD, CD, or Auxiliary whe n listening to the radio .
3-55 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E Using the DVD Player The DVD player is controlle d by the but- tons on the remote control or by the but- tons on the radio faceplate. Refer to “Remote Control”, un der “Rear Seat Enter- tainment System” in this section for more information.
3-56 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E (Eject): Press this button to e ject a CD or DVD. If a CD or DVD is ejected, but not removed, the player automatically pulls it back in after 15 seconds. If loading and reading of a CD cannot be completed, because of a n unknown for- mat, etc.
3-57 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E There is not a ny type of notificatio n for the customer to see through the radio display, but VSM has a text field that shows audio stream changing. Inserting a Disc To play a disc, gently insert the di sc, with the label sid e up, into the loadi ng slot.
3-58 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E To listen to a device through the rear auxil- iary input over the speakers, cycle the DVD/CD Aux button on the radio faceplate until “Rear Aux Input” displays on the radio. The RSA or DVD Screen must be on in order for the radio to source to rear auxil- iary.
3-59 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E You can change playlists by using the pre- vious and next folder buttons, the tuner knob, or the seek butt ons. You can also play an MP3 CD-R that was recorded using no file fold ers.
3-60 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E If playing a CD-R, the sound quality may be reduced due to CD-R quality, the method of recording, the quality of the music that has been recorde d, and the way the CD-R has been h andled. There may be an increase in skipping, difficulty in finding tracks, and/or diffic ulty in loading and ejecting.
3-61 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E depending on the n umber of MP3 files recorded to the CD-R. The radio may begin playing w hile it is scanning the disc in the background. When the scan is fin- ished, the CD-R begins playin g again. Once the disc has been scanned, the player defaults to playing MP3 files in order by artist.
3-62 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E length of the file, folder, or pla ylist name. Long names also take up more space on the display, potential ly getting cut off. • Finalize the audio d isc before you burn it. Trying to add music to an existing disc may cause the disc n o t to functi on in the player.
3-63 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E As each new track starts to play, the track number and song title displa ys. The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch (8 cm) single CD-Rs w ith an adapter ring. Full-size CD-Rs and the smaller CD-Rs are loaded in the same manner.
3-64 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E button to resume playing the file. The elapsed ti me of the file displays. RDM (Random): With the random setting, MP3 files on the CD-R can be listened to in random, rather than sequential order.
3-65 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E XM Radio Messages Radio Display Message Condition Action Required XL (Explicit Language Channels) XL on the radio display, after the channel name, indicates content with explicit language. These channels, or any others, ca n be blocked at a cus- tomer’s request, by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9 696).
3-66 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E Radio Display Message Condition Action Required CAT Not Found No channel available for the chosen category There are no channel s avail able for the selected category. The system is working properly. XM Theft Locked Theft lock active The XM TM receiver in the vehicle could have previously been in another vehicle.
3-67 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E Navigation/Radio System Your vehicle may have a navigation radio system. The navigation radio system has built-in features intended to minimize driver dis- traction. Technology alone, no matter how advanced, can never replace your own judgment.
3-68 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E Push the power button to turn on the head- phones. An indicator ligh t located on the headphones will illuminate. If the light d oes not illuminate, the batteries may nee d to be replaced. See “Battery R eplacement” later in this section for mo re information.
3-69 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E Power for auxiliary de vices is not supplied by the radio system. To use the auxiliary inputs of the R SE sys- tem, connect an external auxiliary device to the color-coded A/V jacks and turn both the auxiliary device and the vi deo screen power on.
3-70 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E Remote Co ntrol To use the remote control, aim it at the transmitter window at the rear o f the RSE overhead console and press the de sired button. Dir ect sunlight or very bright light may affect the ability of the RSE transmi t- ter to receive signals from the remote con- trol.
3-71 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E tinue playing in a slow play mode. You may also, depending on the radio, pe rform reverse slow play by pressing the pause button and th en pressing the fast reverse button. To cancel slow play mode, press the play/pause button.
3-72 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E Problem Recommended Action No power. The ignition might not be turned on or in accessory. The picture does not fill th e screen. There are black borders on the top and bottom or on both sides or it looks stretched out.
3-73 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E DVD Display Error Messages The DVD display error me ssage depends on which radio you have. Th e video screen may display one of the follow ing: Disc Load/Eject Er ror: This message is displayed when there are disc load or ej ect problems.
3-74 INSTRUMENT PANE L 78J00-03E (Seek): Press the seek arrow to go to the next radio station whil e in AM, FM, or XM (if equipped). Press this butto n to go to the next track or chapter whi le sourced to the CD/DVD slot.
3-75 I NSTRUMENT P ANEL 78J00-03E MEMO.
DRIVI NG YOUR VEHI CLE 4 78J00-03E DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicl e ................... ..... 4-1 Towing .... ...........
4-1 DR IVIN G Y OU R V EHIC LE 78J00-03E Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively.
4-2 DRIVI NG YOUR VEHI CLE 78J00-03E many might think. Although it depends on each person and situati on, here is some general information on the proble m.
4-3 DR IVIN G Y OU R V EHIC LE 78J00-03E There is something else about drinki ng and driving that many people do not know. Medical research show s that alcohol in a person’s system can make crash injuries worse, especially injuries to the brain, spi- nal cord, or heart.
4-4 DRIVI NG YOUR VEHI CLE 78J00-03E Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Your vehicle has the Anti-Lock Brake Sys- tem (ABS), an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid. When you start the engine and begin to drive away, ABS will check itself.
4-5 DR IVIN G Y OU R V EHIC LE 78J00-03E Braking in Emergencies With ABS, you can stee r and brake at the same time . In many emergencie s, steering can help you more than even th e very best braking. Traction Control System (TCS) Your vehicle has a tra ction control system that limits wheel spin.
4-6 DRIVI NG YOUR VEHI CLE 78J00-03E All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System If your vehicle has all-wheel drive (AWD), the AWD system operates automatically without any action required by the driver. If the front drive whe els begin to slip, the rear wheels will automatica lly begin to drive the vehicle as required.
4-7 DR IVIN G Y OU R V EHIC LE 78J00-03E favorable conditi ons you will want to go slower. If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve, do i t before you enter the curve, while your front wheels are straight ahead. Try to adjust your speed so you can “drive” through the curve.
4-8 DRIVI NG YOUR VEHI CLE 78J00-03E into the right lane agai n. A simple maneu- ver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two-lane high way is a potentially dan- gerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the sa me lane as oncoming traf - fic for several seco nds.
4-9 DR IVIN G Y OU R V EHIC LE 78J00-03E acceleration skid, too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin. A cornering skid is best handled by easi ng your foot off the accelerator pedal. Remember: Any traction contro l system helps avoid on ly the acceleration skid.
4-10 DRIVI NG YOUR VEHI CLE 78J00-03E build up a film caused by dust. Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would, ma king the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly. Remember that the headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve.
4-11 DR IVIN G Y OU R V EHIC LE 78J00-03E Driving Thro ugh Deep Standing Water Driving Throu gh Flowing Water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips • Turn on your low-beam head lamps – not just your parking lamps – to help make you more visibl e to others.
4-12 DRIVI NG YOUR VEHI CLE 78J00-03E The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drive rs are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow.
4-13 DR IVIN G Y OU R V EHIC LE 78J00-03E does, your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second, and you could crash and be injured. What can you do about highway hypn osis? First, be aware that it can happen. Then here are some tips: • Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a comfortably cool interior.
4-14 DRIVI NG YOUR VEHI CLE 78J00-03E of the road. Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane. • As you go over the top of a hill, be alert. There could be something in your lane , like a stalled car or an accident. • You may see highway signs on moun- tains that warn of special problems.
4-15 DR IVIN G Y OU R V EHIC LE 78J00-03E vehicle has a traction system, you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditi ons. Under certain conditions, you may want to turn the traction system off, such as when driving through deep snow and loose gravel, to help main tain vehicle motion at l ower speeds.
4-16 DRIVI NG YOUR VEHI CLE 78J00-03E able from the cold. But do it as little as pos- sible. Preserve the fuel as long a s you can. To help keep warm, you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exer- cises every half hour or so until help comes.
4-17 DR IVIN G Y OU R V EHIC LE 78J00-03E Tire and Loadin g Information Label Label Example 1556694 A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Infor- mation label is attached to the vehi cle’s center pillar (B-pillar). Wi th the driver’s door open, you will find the l abel attached below the door lock post (striker).
4-18 DRIVI NG YOUR VEHI CLE 78J00-03E Example 1 1273153 Example 2 1273154 Example 3 1273155 Refer to your ve hicle’s tire and loadi ng information label for spec ific information about your vehicle’s maximum vehicle capacity weight and seating position s.
4-19 DR IVIN G Y OU R V EHIC LE 78J00-03E Certificat ion Label 52D059 A vehicle specific Certificati on/Tire label is found on the rear edge of th e driver’s door. The label shows the size of your o riginal tires and the infl ation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle.
4-20 DRIVI NG YOUR VEHI CLE 78J00-03E Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional tow- ing service if you need to have your dis- abled vehicle towed. If you want to tow your vehicle behi nd another vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind a mo torhome), refer to “Recreational Vehicle Towing” follo wing.
4-21 DR IVIN G Y OU R V EHIC LE 78J00-03E the ground. It can be towed wi th car carrier equipment. Level Control Your vehicle may have this feature. This self-adjusting type of leve l control is fully automatic and will provide a better le veled riding position as well as better ha ndling under a variety of passenger and loading conditions.
4-22 DRIVI NG YOUR VEHI CLE 78J00-03E Three important consi derations have to do with wei ght: • Weight of the trailer • Weight of the trailer tongue • Weight on you r vehicle’s tires Weight o.
4-23 DR IVIN G Y OU R V EHIC LE 78J00-03E • Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you in stall a trailer hitch? If you do, reme mber to seal the ho les when you remove the hitch. If you do not seal them, deadly carbon monoxi de (CO) from your exhaust can get into your vehicle.
4-24 DRIVI NG YOUR VEHI CLE 78J00-03E your rig. Acquaint yourself wi th the feel of handling and bra king with the added weight of the trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving i s now a good deal lon ger and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself.
4-25 DR IVIN G Y OU R V EHIC LE 78J00-03E 4) Reapply the regu lar brakes. Then apply your parking brake, and then shi ft to PARK (P). 5) Release the regular brakes. When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1) Apply your regular brakes and ho ld the pedal down while you do the fo llowing: 1.
SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 5 78J00-03E SERVICE AND APPEARANCE CARE Service ............ ......................... ...................... ...................... 5-1 Fuel ......... ....................... ......................... ....................
5-1 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happ y with it. We hope you will go to your dealer for all your ser- vice and parts needs.
5-2 SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 78J00-03E Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an impor- tant part of the proper mai ntenance of your vehicle. To help keep the engine cl ean and maintain optimum vehi cle performance, we recommend the use of ga soline advertised as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline.
5-3 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E Some gasolines that are not reformul ated for low emissions ma y contain an octane- enhancing additive called methylcyclopen- tadienyl manganese tricarbon yl (MMT); ask the a ttendant where you buy gasoli ne whether the fuel co ntains MMT.
5-4 SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 78J00-03E Be careful not to spill fuel. Do no t top off or overfill the tank and wait a few seconds after you have fin ished pumping before removing the nozzle. Clean fuel from painted surf aces as soon as possible. Refer to “Washi ng Your Vehicle” in this section.
5-5 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E Checking Things Under the Hood Hood Releas e To open the hood, do the following : 1617949 1) Pull the handle with this symbol on it.
5-6 SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 78J00-03E Engine Compartment Overv iew When you open the hood, here is what you will see: 1708418 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. Refer to “Engine Air Cleane r/Filter” in this section. B. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir (Out of View).
5-7 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E Engine Oil Checking En gine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In o rder to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level grou nd. The engine oil dipstick han dle is a yellow loop.
5-8 SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 78J00-03E What Kind of En gine Oil to Use Recommend ed SAE viscosity grade engine oils 1506679 Look for two things: • GM6094M Your vehicle’s engi ne requires oil mee t- ing standard GM6094M. Look for a nd use only an oil that meets standard GM6094M.
5-9 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E system to work properly, you must reset the system every time the oil is changed. When the system has ca lculated that oil life has been dimini shed, it will indicate that an oil change is necessary. A change engine oil l ight and a CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will co me on.
5-10 SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 78J00-03E To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filter, do the followi ng: 1) Turn off the engine. 1733570 2) Disconnect the air flow sensor electri cal connector. 3) Loosen the screws on the clamps hold- ing the air outlet duct i n place.
5-11 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E Fluids and Lubricants” in “Ma intenance Schedule” in the “Mainten ance Schedule” section. Engine Coolant The cooling system in y our vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL ® engine coolant.
5-12 SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 78J00-03E If you have to add coolant more than four times a year, have your dealer check your cooling system. Checking Coolant 1631523 The surge tank is located o n the driver’s side of the engi ne compartment. Refer to “Engine Compartment Overview” in this section for more info rmation on location.
5-13 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warn ing, but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engin e can get a little too hot when yo u: • Climb a long hill on a hot day.
5-14 SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 78J00-03E C. Pressure Cap If the coolant inside the coola nt recovery tank is boiling, do not do anything else until it cools down. The vehicle sho uld be parked on a level surface. When the engine is cold, th e coolant level should be at or above the cold fi ll line on the coolant recovery tank.
5-15 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E When the coolant le vel in the coolant recovery tank is at the cold fill line, start the vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there is one more thing you can try. You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator, but be sure the system is cool before you do it.
5-16 SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 78J00-03E 6) Reinstall the coolant recovery tank cap and the pressure cap. 7) If the coolant i n the recovery tank is constantly low, you should have your dealership service department inspect the vehicle for le aks.
5-17 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E Brakes Brake Fluid 809919 Your brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. Re fer to “Engine Compartment Overview” in this section for the locati on of the reservoir. There are only two re asons why the brake fluid level in the rese rvoir might go down.
5-18 SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 78J00-03E Brake Wear Your vehicle has front and rear disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear in dica- tors that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads ar e worn and new pads are needed.
5-19 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E For battery replacement, see your dealer or the service manual. Vehicle Storage If you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, remove the black, negative (–) cable from the battery. This will help keep yo ur battery from runni ng down.
5-20 SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 78J00-03E 3) Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnece ssary accessories plugged into the cigarette ligh ter or the accessory power outlets. Turn off the radio and all lamp s that are not needed. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteri es.
5-21 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E Do not connect positi ve (+) to negative (–), or you will get a short that would damage the battery and mayb e other parts too. And do no t connect the ne ga- tive (–) cable to the negative (–) termi- nal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks.
5-22 SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 78J00-03E To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1) Disconnect the black negative (–) cab le from the vehicle that had the de ad bat- tery. 2) Disconnect the black negative (–) cab le from the vehicle with the good battery.
5-23 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E How to Check Lubricant AWD Differential Case 1716440 A. Fill Plug B. Drain Plug To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. If the level is below t he bottom of the fill er plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubri- cant.
5-24 SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 78J00-03E 1802297 2) Remove the tailla mp screw covers. 3) Remove the taillamp screws. 4) Pull the taillamp assembly towards you. 5) Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to disconnect it from the taillamp assembly. 6) Pull the bul b out of the bulb socket.
5-25 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wipe r blades should be inspected for wear or cracking. Refer to “Scheduled Maintenance ” in “Mainte- nance Schedule” in the “Ma intenance Schedule” section for more in formation.
5-26 SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 78J00-03E Tires Your new vehicle comes with high-q uality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Suzuki Warranty b ooklet for details.
5-27 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E grade tires based on three perfor- mance factors: treadwear, traction, and temperature resistance. For more information refer to “Uniform Tire Quality Grad ing” in this section.
5-28 SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 78J00-03E C. Aspect Ratio: A two-digit number that indicates the tire height-to-width measurements. For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is 60, as shown in item C of the illustration, it would mean that the tire’s sidewall is 60 percent as high as it is wide.
5-29 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E Driving, the Road, and Your Veh icle” in the “Driving Your Vehicle” section. Intended Outboard Sidewall: The side of an asymmetrical tire, that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle. Kilopascal (kPa): The metric unit for air pressure.
5-30 SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 78J00-03E Vehicle Maximum Lo ad on the Tire: Load on an individual ti re due to curb weight, accessory weight, occupant weight, and cargo weight.
5-31 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E If you overfill the tire, release air by push- ing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve. Re-check t he tire pressure with the tire gage. Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt an d moisture.
5-32 SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 78J00-03E allow the TPMS to conti nue to function properly. When a low tire pressure conditio n is detected, the TPMS will illuminate the low tire pressure warning sy.
5-33 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E The TPMS system is ready for the sen- sor matching process to begin. 5) Start with the driver side front tire. 6) Remove the valve cap from the tire’s valve stem. Activate the TPMS sensor by increasing or decreasing the tire’s air pressure for five seconds, or until a horn chirp sounds.
5-34 SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 78J00-03E Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System. Refer to “TPMS Sensor Ma tching Process” under “Tire Pressure Monitor System” in this section. Make certain that all wheel nuts are prop- erly tightened. Refe r to “Wheel Nut Torque” under “Capacities and Specifica- tions” in this section.
5-35 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E If you must replace your vehicle’s tires with those that do not have a TPC Spec num- ber, make sure they are the same size, load range, spe ed rating, and construction type (radial and bias-belted tires) as your vehicle’s original tires.
5-36 SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 78J00-03E deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space- saver, or temporary use spare tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), or, to some limited- production tires.
5-37 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked , or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, re place it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired).
5-38 SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 78J00-03E If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehi cle toward that side. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wh eel firmly. Steer to maintain lane position, and then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane.
5-39 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E 1399885 2) Remove the win g-bolt on the jack a nd then remove it. 3) Remove the hook an d loop fastener straps holding the bag containing the wheel wrench. Remove the wheel wrench from the bag. The following instructions explain how to remove the underbody-mounted sp are underneath your vehicl e.
5-40 SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 78J00-03E Removing the Flat Ti re and Installing the Spare Tire 809981 1) Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts. Do not remove them yet. 2) Attach the wheel wrench to the jack bol t head and ro tate the wh eel wrench clockwise.
5-41 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E 5) Put the compact spare ti re near the flat tire. 988777 6) Raise the ve hicle by turning the ja ck handle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the road tire to clear the ground.
5-42 SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 78J00-03E 811105 9) Remov e any rust or dirt from th e wheel bolts, mounting surfaces, and sp are wheel. 10)Place the comp act spare tire on the wheel-mounting surface. 11)Reinstall the whee l nuts. Tighten each nut by hand until th e wheel is held against the hub.
5-43 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E Secondary Latch System Your vehicle has an underbody mounted tire hoist assembly equipped with a sec- ondary latch system. It is designed to stop the compact spare tire from suddenly fa ll- ing off your vehicle if the cable holding the spare tire is damaged.
5-44 SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 78J00-03E 806548 8) Gra sp the spare tire with both hands and pull it out from under the vehicle. 9) Rea ch under the vehicle and remove the wheel wrench and jack. 1613524 10)Tilt the reta iner and slip it thro ugh the wheel opening when the spare tire has been completely lowered.
5-45 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E Follow this diagram to sto re the under- body-mounted spare ti re. 1218662 A. Wheel Wrench B. Hoist Shaft C. Secondary Retainer D. Spare Tire (Valve Stem Pointed Do wn) 1) Put the tire (D) on the ground at the rear of the vehicle.
5-46 SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 78J00-03E To store the tools, do the following: 1) Place the wheel wrench into the bag. 2) Use the hook and loop fastener straps to secure the bag to th e fully collapsed jack. 1399885 3) Install the jack in the right side pa nel of cargo area an d secure wit h the wing bolt.
5-47 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E 7) Pull on the cable to make sure it is secure. 1829968 8) Make sure the metal tube is center a t the striker. Push the tube towards the front of the vehicle. 9) Close t he liftgate. 10)If your vehicle has Third Row Seating , return the third row se at to their up right position.
5-48 SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 78J00-03E Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Your vehicle’s inte rior will continue to look its best if it is cleaned often. Although not always visible, dust and dirt can accumu- late on your uphol stery.
5-49 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E • For solid dry soils: remove as much as possible and then vacuum. To clean, use the foll owing instructions: 1) Saturate a lint-free, clean white cloth with water or club soda. 2) Wring the cloth to remove excess mois- ture.
5-50 SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 78J00-03E The best way to preserve the vehicl e’s fin- ish is to keep it clean by washin g it often with lukewarm or cold water. Do not wash the vehicl e in the direct rays of the sun. Use a car washing soap. Do no t use strong soaps or chemical detergents.
5-51 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean tow el. A wax may then be applied. The surface of these wh eels is similar to the painted surface of the vehicle.
5-52 SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 78J00-03E Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 1410338 This is the legal iden tifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver side.
5-53 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E Service Parts Identification Lab el This label is on the inside of th e glove box. It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts.
5-54 SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 78J00-03E Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument p anel fu se block is located on the passenger’s side of the center con- sole, to the left of the glove box near the floor. 1708445 Remove the console cover to access the fuse block.
5-55 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E Engine Compartment Fuse Bl ock 1739443 The engine compartment fuse bl ock is located on the driver’s side of the engi ne compartment. Refer to “Engine Compartment Overview” in this section for more in formation on loca- tion.
5-56 SERVI CE AND APPEARANCE CARE 78J00-03E Fuses Usage 18 Even Coils, Injectors 19 Odd Coils, Injectors 20 Emission Device 2 21 Spare 22 Powertrain Control Mod- ule, Ignition 23 Transmission 24 Mass .
5-57 SERVI CE A ND APPEARAN CE CARE 78J00-03E Capacities and Specifications The following approxima te capacities are give n in English and metric conversions. Refe r to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in “Maintenance Schedule” in th e “Maintenance Schedule” section for more informa tion.
MAI NTENANCE SC HEDULE 6 78J00-03E MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Maintenance Schedule ................ .......................... ............. 6-1 Scheduled Maintenance except CANADA ............. ........... 6-3 For CANADA Scheduled Maintenanc e ........... .
6-1 MAI NTENANCE SC HEDULE 78J00-03E Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at th e proper level and chang e as recommended. Maintenance Requirements Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance no t only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condi- tion, but also helps the environment.
6-2 MAI NTENANCE SC HEDULE 78J00-03E Some maintenance se rvices can be com- plex. So, unless you are technically qua li- fied and have the necessary e q uipment, you should have your dealer do these jobs .
6-3 MAI NTENANCE SC HEDULE 78J00-03E Scheduled Maintenanc e except CANADA Service Instruction Main tenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and filter.
6-4 MAI NTENANCE SC HEDULE 78J00-03E Service Instruction Main tenance I Maintenance II Inspect engine a ir cleaner fil- ter. If necessary, replace filter. • Refer to “Engine Air Cl eaner/Filter” in “Checking Th ings Under the Hood” in the “Service and Appearance Care” section.
6-5 MAI NTENANCE SC HEDULE 78J00-03E Service Instruction Main tenance I Maintenance II Lubricate body co mponents. • Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood la tch assemblies, secondary latches, pivots, spring anchor and release pawl , hood and door hinges, rear folding seat s, an d liftgate hinges.
6-6 MAI NTENANCE SC HEDULE 78J00-03E Additional Required Services except CANADA The following services should be performed at the first main tenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers) sh own for each item.
6-7 MAI NTENANCE SC HEDULE 78J00-03E Service Instruction Miles (Kilometers) 25000 (40000) 50000 (80000) 75000 (120000) 100000 (160000) 125000 (200000) 150000 (240000) Engine cooling system service (or every five years, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Ser- vice.
6-8 MAI NTENANCE SC HEDULE 78J00-03E For CANADA Scheduled Maintenance Service Instructi on Maintenanc e Change engine oil and filter. • Change engine oil and filter if the lig ht/message ha s not come on at al l for 10 months. • Refer to “E ngine Oil” in “Checking Thin gs Under the Hood” in the “Service and Appearance Care” section.
6-9 MAI NTENANCE SC HEDULE 78J00-03E Service Instructi on Maintenanc e Inspect engine a ir cleaner fil- ter. If necessary, replace filter. • Refer to “Engine Air Cleaner/Filter” in “Ch ecking Things Under the Hood” in the “Service and Appearance Care” section.
6-10 MAI NTENANCE SC HEDULE 78J00-03E Service Instructi on Maintenanc e Lubricate body co mponents. • Lubricate all key lo ck cylinders, hood latc h assemblies, second ary latches, pivots, spring anchor and release pawl, hood and door hinge s, rear folding seats, and lift- gate hinges.
6-11 MAI NTENANCE SC HEDULE 78J00-03E Additional Required Services (For CANADA) The following se rvices should be performed at the first maintenance se rvice after the indicated kilomete rs shown for each item.
6-12 MAI NTENANCE SC HEDULE 78J00-03E Service Instruction Kilometers 40000 80000 120000 160000 20000 0 240000 Engine cooling system service (or every five years, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Ser- vice. • Drain, flush, and refil l cooling system.
6-13 MAI NTENANCE SC HEDULE 78J00-03E Owner Checks and Services These owner checks and services should be performed at the interv als specifi ed to help ensure the safety, dependability, and em ission control performance of your vehicle. Your deal er can assist you with these checks and services.
6-14 MAI NTENANCE SC HEDULE 78J00-03E At Each Fuel Fill It is important to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill. Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil leve l and add the proper oil if necessa ry.
6-15 MAI NTENANCE SC HEDULE 78J00-03E Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check 1) Before you start, be sure you h ave enough room around th e vehicle.
6-16 MAI NTENANCE SC HEDULE 78J00-03E Recommended Flui ds and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identifi ed below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dea ler.
6-17 MAI NTENANCE SC HEDULE 78J00-03E Normal Maintenance Replaceme nt Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your deale r. Engine Drive Belt Routing 3.6L V6 Engi ne 1686383 Part SUZUKI Part No.
6-18 MAI NTENANCE SC HEDULE 78J00-03E Maintenance Record except CANADA After the scheduled services are performed, record the da te, odom eter reading, who performed the service, a nd the type of servi ces per- formed in the boxes pro vided. Refer to “Maintenan ce Requirements” in this section.
6-19 MAI NTENANCE SC HEDULE 78J00-03E MEMO.
GENERA L I NFORMA TI ON 7 78J00-03E GENERAL INFORMATION Identification Numb ers ...................... ......................... ........ 7-1 Safety Certification Label ....... ............................ ................ 7-1 Emission Compliance Label (fo r U.
7-1 GENERAL INFORMA TI ON 78J00-03E Identification Numbers Vehicle Identification Number 60G152 The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) may be found in the location shown in the above illustrations. This number is used to register the vehicle. It is also used to assist your dealer when orderi ng parts or refer- ring to special service informati on.
7-2 GENERA L I NFORMA TI ON 78J00-03E Emission Compliance Label (for U.S.A.) 60A412 The EPA emission compliance label is located under the hood. It pro vides much of the information needed to perform an engine tune-up on your vehicle.
7-3 GENERAL INFORMA TI ON 78J00-03E and may be used to improve crash performance of future vehicles and driving safety. Unlik e the data reco rd- ers on many airplanes, these on-board systems do not record sounds, such as conversation of ve hicle occupants.
7-4 GENERA L I NFORMA TI ON 78J00-03E To contact American Suzuki, owners in the contine ntal United Stat es can call toll-free 1-800-934-0 934, or write to: American Suzuki Motor Corporation Automotiv.
7-5 GENERAL INFORMA TI ON 78J00-03E MEMO.
8-1 IN DEX 8 8 78J00-03E INDEX A Accessories and Modifications ............ ....................... ....... 5-1 Accessory Power Outlet(s) ................. ...................... .......... 3-10 Adding Equip ment to the Outside of Your Vehicle .......
8-2 IN DEX 78J00-03E Child Restraints ............ ....................... ...................... .......... 1-18 City Driving ..... ....................... ...................... ........................4-11 Cleaning Exteri or Lamps/Lenses ......... .
8-3 IN DEX 78J00-03E Fuses and Circuit Breakers .................. ....................... ....... 5-53 G Gasoline Octane ......................... ....................... ..................5-2 Gasoline Specificat ions ................ ...............
8-4 IN DEX 78J00-03E N National High way Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) .............. ...................... ....................... .....................7-3 Navigation/Radio System ................ ......................... .......... 3-67 New Vehicl e Break-In .
8-5 IN DEX 78J00-03E S Safety Belt Extender ........... ...................... ....................... .... 1-18 Safety Belt Pr etensioners ....... .......................... ..................1-18 Safety Belt Reminder Light ................... ......
8-6 IN DEX 78J00-03E Vehicle Identification ............... ....................... .....................5-52 Vehicle Identification Number ............ ...................... .......... 7-1 Vehicle Identificat ion Number (VIN) ........ ..............
Part No. 99011-78J00-03E September, 2006 O WNER’S MANU AL 99011-78J00-03E XL7 Printed in U.S.A. See page 5-2 Keep With Vehicle At All Times. Contains Important Information On Safety, Operation & Maintenance.
Un punto importante, dopo l’acquisto del dispositivo (o anche prima di acquisto) è quello di leggere il manuale. Dobbiamo farlo per diversi motivi semplici:
Se non hai ancora comprato il Suzuki XL7 è un buon momento per familiarizzare con i dati di base del prodotto. Prime consultare le pagine iniziali del manuale d’uso, che si trova al di sopra. Dovresti trovare lì i dati tecnici più importanti del Suzuki XL7 - in questo modo è possibile verificare se l’apparecchio soddisfa le tue esigenze. Esplorando le pagine segenti del manuali d’uso Suzuki XL7 imparerai tutte le caratteristiche del prodotto e le informazioni sul suo funzionamento. Le informazioni sul Suzuki XL7 ti aiuteranno sicuramente a prendere una decisione relativa all’acquisto.
In una situazione in cui hai già il Suzuki XL7, ma non hai ancora letto il manuale d’uso, dovresti farlo per le ragioni sopra descritte. Saprai quindi se hai correttamente usato le funzioni disponibili, e se hai commesso errori che possono ridurre la durata di vita del Suzuki XL7.
Tuttavia, uno dei ruoli più importanti per l’utente svolti dal manuale d’uso è quello di aiutare a risolvere i problemi con il Suzuki XL7. Quasi sempre, ci troverai Troubleshooting, cioè i guasti più frequenti e malfunzionamenti del dispositivo Suzuki XL7 insieme con le istruzioni su come risolverli. Anche se non si riesci a risolvere il problema, il manuale d’uso ti mostrerà il percorso di ulteriori procedimenti – il contatto con il centro servizio clienti o il servizio più vicino.