2008 Suzuki Forenza Owner's Manual - Page 201

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE General Information NOTICE (for U.S.A.) Maintenance, replacement or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any automobile repair establishment or individual using any part which has been certified under the provisions in the Clean Air Act sec. 207. (a) (2). This section provides the maintenance schedule which is necessary to ensure that your vehicle gives many years of satisfying motoring. You are responsible for properly operating and maintaining your vehicle in accordance with the instructions described in this manual. Failure to do so is likely to result in the denial of warranty coverage. It is your responsibility to properly maintain and operate your vehicle. Be sure that you follow the periodic required maintenance schedule and general operation instructions in this manual. It is also your responsibility to keep records and receipts as proof of regular maintenance. Records and receipts together with this owner's manual should be transferred to any subsequent owner. You may have maintenance services performed on your vehicle by any qualified person or facility. However, it is recommended that the maintenance services be performed by an authorized SUZUKI dealer who will have well-trained technicians and genuine parts. Non-SUZUKI genuine parts and accessories have not been examined or approved by SUZUKI. SUZUKI can certify neither the suitability nor the safety of non-SUZUKI parts and accessories and is not liable for damage caused by their use. Inadequate, incomplete, or insufficient servicing may result in operational problems with your vehicle that could even lead to vehicle damage, an accident, or personal injury. ommended under Severe Driving Conditions" in this section. • Repeated short-distance driving less than 5 miles (8 km). • Extensive idling and/or slow-speed driving in stop-and-go traffic. • Driving on dusty roads. • Driving on hilly or mountainous terrain. • Driving in heavy city traffic where the outside temperatures regularly reach 90°F (32°C) or higher. • Driving as a taxi, police or delivery vehicle. • Frequent driving when outside temperature remains below freezing. Selecting the Right Condition First you'll need to decide which of the two conditions is right for your vehicle. Here's how to decide which condition to follow. You should follow the required maintenance schedule for the condition that best describes your driving. Normal Condition The normal condition for driving means driving under typical, everyday driving conditions. You may follow the ordinary maintenance schedule. Severe Condition If the vehicle is operated under any of the following conditions, some of the maintenance schedule items need to be serviced more frequently. See "Maintenance Rec- 6-1