2007 Suzuki Reno Owner's Manual - Page 154

SERVICE AND APPEARANCE CARE km) or 3 months. If necessary, clean or replace it. How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/ Filter To inspect the air cleaner/filter, remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt. If the filter remains "caked" with dirt, a new filter is required. To inspect or replace the filter, do the following: 1) Remove the four screws on the cover. 2) Lift off the cover. 3) Check or replace the engine air cleaner/filter. See "Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts" in this section for replacement part numbers. 4) Reinstall the filter, put the cover back on tightly, and tighten the screws. CAUTION If the air cleaner/filter is off, a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire. And, dirt can easily get into your engine, which will damage it. Always have the air cleaner/filter in place when you're driving. WARNING This work requires special skill and equipment. Before attempting to do the work, be sure you are fully acquainted with doing this job. Have your SUZUKI dealer do this work if you are not confident you can complete the task safely. Otherwise, you could be injured or could damage the vehicle. 1) Start the engine. 2) Warm up the engine until the temperature of the automatic transmission fluid reaches approximately 40°C (104°F). 3) Move the selector lever from "P" to "1" and return to "P". Wait for a few seconds at each select position until the selected gears are fully engaged. Automatic Transmission Fluid To ensure proper functioning, efficiency, and durability of the automatic transmission, be sure to keep the transmission fluid at the proper level. Too much or too little fluid can cause problems. The fluid level must be checked with the engine running and the selector lever in P (Park). The vehicle must be up to normal operating temperature and parked on level ground. The normal operating temperature for the fluid will be reached after driving about 10 minutes. Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid Level If the fluid is contaminated or discolored, change the automatic transmission fluid. A decrease in the fluid level indicates a leak in the automatic transmission. If noted, contact your SUZUKI dealer for repair as soon as possible. WARNING Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it helps to stop flame if the engine backfires. If it isn't there and the engine backfires, you could be burned. Don't drive with it off, and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner/filter off. 5-10