2007 Suzuki XL7 Owner's Manual - Page 69

FEATURES AND CONTROLS the oil warms up and lubricates all moving parts. passenger's side of the engine compartment, near the radiator. 3) Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. Automatic Transaxle Operation The shift lever for the automatic transaxle is located on the console between the seats. Maximum engine speed is limited when the vehicle is in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) to protect driveline components from improper operation. CAUTION Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you do not, your engine might not perform properly. Any resulting damage would not be covered by your vehicle's warranty. WARNING Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. If the cord will not reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps. 4) Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you do not, it could be damaged. Engine Coolant Heater If your vehicle has this feature, in very cold weather 0°F (-18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You will get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. At temperatures above 32°F (0°C), use of the coolant heater is not required. Your vehicle may also have an internal thermostat in the plug end of the cord. This will prevent operation of the engine coolant heater when the temperature is at or above 0°F (- 18°C) as noted on the cord. To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1) Turn off the engine. 2) Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The cord is located on the 1722684 How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you will be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area. There are several different positions for the shift lever. When using the manual shift mode a number will also appear on the telltale line below the gear selections. For more information on the manual shift option see "Manual Shift Mode" in this section. PARK (P): This position locks the front wheels. It is the best position to use when the engine is 2-14