2008 Suzuki Forenza Owner's Manual
2008 Suzuki Forenza Manual
2008 Suzuki Forenza manual content summary:
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2008 OWNER'S MANUAL Keep With Vehicle At All Times. Contains Important Information On Safety, Operation & Maintenance. Part No. 99011-85Z04-03E July, 2007 - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 2
Prepared by July, 2007 Part No. 99011-85Z04-03E Printed in U.S.A. TP222 - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 3
This owner's manual applies to the FORENZA series: 85Z001 NOTE: The illustrated model is one of the FORENZA series. © COPYRIGHT SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION 2007 - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 4
great value that will give you years of driving pleasure. This Owner's Manual was prepared to help you have a safe, enjoyable, and trouble-free experience with your SUZUKI. In it you will learn about the vehicle's operation, its safety features and maintenance requirements. Please read it carefully - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 5
SERVICE STATION GUIDE 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Fuel (see section 5) Engine hood (see section 5) Tire changing tools (see section 5) Engine oil dipstick (see section 5) Engine coolant (see section 5) Windshield washer fluid (see section 5) Battery (see section 5) Tire pressure (see - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 6
OF CONTENTS California Proposition 65 Warning SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS FEATURES AND CONTROLS INSTRUMENT PANEL DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE SERVICE AND APPEARANCE CARE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE GENERAL INFORMATION INDEX 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 WARNING Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain product - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 7
your SUZUKI dealer. 1. Air Bag Warning Label 2. Passenger Air Bag Warning Label 3. Rear Center Safety Belt Warning Label 4. Jack Warning Label 5. Brake Reservoir Cap Warning Message 6. Cooling Fan Warning Label 7. Surge Tank Cap Warning Message 8. Air Conditioner Warning Label 9. Battery - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 8
IF YOU HAVE ANY PROBLEMS WITH YOUR SUZUKI: Please review the New Vehicle Warranty Information booklet supplied with your SUZUKI. Should you have a question or problem regarding the warranty or service of your vehicle, please take the following action: Consult the Service Manager and the Owner of the - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 9
modify this vehicle. Modification could adversely affect safety, handling, performance or durability and may violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from modification may not be covered under warranty. 75F135 WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 10
IN THIS SEATING POSITION TRUNK AJAR LIGHT HAZARD WARNING FLASHER BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM FUEL BRAKE OWNER'S MANUAL COOLANT AVOID SPARKS OR FLAMES FLUSH EYES IMMEDIATELY WITH WATER FUEL FILLER TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM ACTIVE LIGHT HIGHBEAM ON LIGHT ENGINE OIL PRESSURE HOOD RELEASE POWER - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 11
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SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Front Seats ...1-1 Rear Seats ...1-4 Safety Belts ...1-5 Child Restraints ...1-16 Supplemental Restraint System (air bags) ...1-27 Restraint System Check ...1-34 1 - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 13
, causing loss of control. Make sure that the driver's seat and seatback are properly adjusted before you start driving. If your vehicle does not have a sliding storage tray under the front seat, the manual seat bar looks like this. N4U1001A WARNING To avoid excessive safety belt slack, which - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 14
SYSTEMS Driver Seat Height Adjuster Manual Lumbar Your vehicle may have manually operated lumbar support for the driver's seat. the lever down to adjust the support for the lower part of the seatback. Pull the lever up to return the support to its original position. To adjust the seatback angle, - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 15
be in a fairly upright position when driving, or safety belt effectiveness may be reduced. Safety belts are designed to offer maximum and lift the head restraint from the guide sleeve. Replace the head restraint and reset it in the original position before driving. The rear seat head restraints may - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 16
under the seatback. 2) Push rearward firmly on the top of the seatback until it latches securely in the fully upright position. 3) For the sedan model, reconnect the center safety belt latch plate into the buckle with the black button, and make sure that the webbing is not twisted. See "Rear Center - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 17
injured. After raising the rear seatback, always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached, and are not twisted. Safety Belts Safety Belt: They are for Everyone This section of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 18
SEATS AND RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go panel... Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it's just a seat on wheels. L3U1020A L3U1018A or the safety belts! L3U1016A The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 19
driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? Answer: You may be an excellent driver, but if you're in an accident - even one that isn't your fault - you and your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn't protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 20
These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there's a sudden stop or crash, or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor. S4U1009A To move it down, squeeze the release button and move the height adjuster to the desired position. You - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 21
? WARNING Be sure that the shoulder belt is positioned on the center of the outside shoulder. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder. Misadjustment of the belt could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash. L3U1025A L3U1026A Answer: The - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 22
In a crash, you wouldn't have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your SUZUKI dealer to fix it. Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 23
how to wear the right front passenger's safety belt properly, see "Driver Position" in this section. The right front passenger's safety belt works the same way as the driver's safety belt. Lap-Shoulder Belt All rear seating positions have lap-shoulder belts. Here's how to wear one properly. Rear - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 24
release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 3) To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 25
your body. The rear center safety belt system includes a retractable safety belt, a detachable connector, and a buckle with red release button. The rear center safety belt buckles are designed to prevent insertion of the wrong latch plate. When the rear seatback is in an upright position, keep - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 26
at the front seating positions. You can use the pretensioner safety belts in the same manner as ordinary safety belts. The safety belt pretensioner system is activated based on crash severity. The crash sensors and the electronic controller of the air bag system also control the safety belt 1-14 - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 27
position for at least 60 seconds before performing any electrical service work on your SUZUKI. Do not touch pretensioner system components or wiring. The wires are wrapped with yellow tape or yellow tubing, and the couplers are yellow. When scrapping your SUZUKI, ask your SUZUKI dealer, body repair - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 28
WARNING Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a crash. • Only use an extender for the person, vehicle and seating position it was provided for. • A front safety belt extender must only be used in a front seating position, and a rear safety belt extender must only be - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 29
is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position, move the child toward the safety belt buckle. In either case, be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child's shoulder, so that in a crash the child's upper body would have the restraint that belts provide. If the child is so small that - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 30
on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle's owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into provide. WARNING The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 31
infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a , acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for the child's body with the harness and also sometimes - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 32
and to this manual. The child restraint instructions are important, so if they are not available, obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer. Where to Put the Restraint All child restraint systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by either safety belts (lap belts or the lap portion - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 33
to be anchored. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint. If yours requires that the top obtained, in kit form, for many child restraints. Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available. position where the child restraint will be placed. 1-21 - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 34
SYSTEMS Sedan Wagon top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer's instructions say. N4U1008A N5U1001A You will find the anchors on your vehicle behind in "Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position" of this section. 3) Pull the front part of the plastic cover upward to access the top - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 35
to the anchor bracket and tighten the top strap according to the instructions provided by the child restraint system manufacturer. Be sure to attach the the top strap. The disks are located near the base of the two rear outside seating positions. Canada only This symbol indicates the presence of a - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 36
for the LATCH System (Rear) 1) Find the anchors for the seating position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back the vehicle's safety belts to secure the restraint, following the instructions that came with that restraint, and also the instructions in this manual. 1-24 - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 37
lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. L3U1052A L3U1054A 3) Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 38
light. See "Passenger Sensing System" in this section. A thick layer of additional material such as a blanket, or aftermarket the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. L3U1068A Your vehicle has - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 39
System consisting of the following components in addition to a lapshoulder belt at each front seating position. L3U1069A L3U1061A L3U1060A 4) Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 6) To tighten the - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 40
. Driver's air bag Front passenger's air bag Safety belt pretensioner Air bag controller (SDM) Occupant classification module "PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF" indicator Air bag readiness light Early crash sensor Side air bag Side air bag sensor 8 1 2 6 7 9 3 10 4 9 10 3 85Z008 5 S4U1014A The words AIR - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 41
help keep you in position for air bag inflation before and during a crash. Always wear your safety belt, even with frontal air bags. The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle. Front occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door. WARNING - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 42
panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The air bag readiness system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See "Air Bag Readiness Light" in section 3 for more information. N6U1001A L3U1063A The driver's frontal air bag - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 43
of time. • there is a critical problem with body build. Everyone in your vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should wear a safety belt part of the passenger sensing system. The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger's seat cushion. The sensors - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 44
front seats, safety belts, the air bag sensing and diagnostic module can affect the operation of the advanced air bag system. If it is necessary to modify the advanced air bag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, owners in the continental United States can call American Suzuki toll-free - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 45
The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts. What Makes an Air Bag Inflate? In an impact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. For both frontal and side impact air bags, the sensing system triggers a release of gas - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 46
won't work properly. See your SUZUKI dealer for service. have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system. Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 47
replace them. Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system, safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system wasn't being used at the time of the collision. If the frontal air bags inflate, you will also need - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 48
FEATURES AND CONTROLS FEATURES AND CONTROLS Keys ...2-1 Doors and Locks ...2-4 2 Windows ...2-8 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-10 Daily Inspection Checklist ...2-11 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-12 Mirrors ...2-21 Storage Areas ...2-22 Sunroof ...2-26 - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 49
with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. At times you may notice (A). The tag has a code on it that tells your SUZUKI dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys. - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 50
. • Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary. See "Battery Replacement" under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation in this section. • If you are still having trouble, see your SUZUKI dealer or a qualified technician for service. Remote Keyless Entry System Operation (Sedan) (Wagon - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 51
. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it's probably time to change the battery. N5U2001A 6) Check the operation of the transmitter with your vehicle. WARNING Swallowing a lithium battery may cause serious internal injury. Do not allow anyone to swallow a lithium - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 52
FEATURES AND CONTROLS crash if the doors aren't locked. So, wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive. • Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may door, can be locked from the outside by pushing down the manual door lock and then closing the door. The driver's door lock - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 53
FEATURES AND CONTROLS manual closing the doors or while driving, apply grease to door the door ajar light on the instrument panel feature you can unlock or lock the doors on your vehicle using the driver's door lock switch. Push down the front part of the switch to unlock the doors. Push down the back part - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 54
locked from the outside only with the key or by using the optional keyless entry transmitter. Trunk (Sedan) N4U2007B To activate the rear door security lock: 1) Move the lock upward to the lock position. 2) Close the door. 3) Do the same thing to the other rear door lock. Lockout Protection If - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 55
FEATURES AND CONTROLS Remote Trunk Release Emergency Trunk Release Handle WARNING It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can't see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive to light. The - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 56
FEATURES AND CONTROLS Liftgate (Wagon) WARNING It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can't see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive . Manual Windows On a vehicle with manual windows - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 57
FEATURES AND CONTROLS Power Windows Express-Down Window The driver's window also has an expressdown feature. This switch is switch till the window reaches the desired position. To raise the window, pull up and hold the switch until the window reaches the desired position. To block out glare, you can - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 58
FEATURES AND CONTROLS Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features hood, manual door lock. It activates only if you use the remote keyless entry transmitter. If the door is not opened or if the engine - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 59
turned to the "ON" or "START" position. 12)Check all gauges. 13)Make sure that the BRAKE light turns off when the parking brake is released. Once a week, or each time you fill your fuel tank, perform the following under-hood checks: 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) Engine oil level Coolant level Brake fluid level - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 60
, and to display some instrument panel warning lights. START: This position starts the engine. When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will return to ON for normal driving. Do not turn the key to START if the engine is running. Even if the engine is not running, ACC and ON allow - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 61
lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won't start in any other position - that's a safety feature. To restart when you're already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. CAUTION Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 62
your warranty. Be sure the engine is not racing when shifting your vehicle. AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. THIRD (3): This position is also used for normal driving, however, it offers more power and lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D). Here are some times - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 63
"Load 3" is intended for downhill driving for better engine braking. CAUTION The first few shifts may be somewhat rough on a new vehicle. This is normal condition and shift feel will improve soon because the automatic transmission control system performs adaptation functions. Emergency Operation If - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 64
FEATURES AND CONTROLS lamp (MIL) or the HOLD mode light may come on or may blink. In this situation, automatic shifting can be canceled or can default to a severe condition mode. You should consult your SUZUKI dealer and have the problem repaired as soon as possible when this condition occurs. Hold - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 65
than one gear at a time when you downshift. Parking Brake CAUTION N4U2016A CAUTION Shift into REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. Shifting into REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving could damage your transmission. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Also, use REVERSE - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 66
FEATURES AND CONTROLS Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transmission) WARNING It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don't leave your vehicle when the engine to drive, pressure position. You have - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 67
FEATURES AND CONTROLS 2) Turn the key to LOCK and remove the key from the ignition switch. 3) Remove the hole cover from the shift lock slot with a screwdriver Parking Your Vehicle (Manual position engine. 7) Apply and hold the regular brake fully and release the parking brake. 8) Shift to the drive - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 68
(P) or the appropriate position as described under "Parking Your Vehicle". Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won't move. See "Shifting Into Park (P)" or "Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission)" in this section. WARNING Idling the engine with the climate control system off could - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 69
to side. Outside Manual Mirror The outside rearview mirrors should be adjusted so you can see a little of the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position. Outside Power Mirrors N4U2019A N4U2018A If your vehicle has this feature, the control for the power mirrors - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 70
right. Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes. Outside Heated Mirrors If your vehicle has this feature, the inner support forward or backward. If your vehicle has rear cupholders, push down the rear seat center armrest to use them. WARNING Never drive with the - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 71
FEATURES AND CONTROLS Sunglasses Storage Compartment Front Storage Area Front Armrest Storage Area S4U2026A N4U2022A N4U2023A The sunglasses storage compartment is located above the driver's door. To open the sunglasses storage compartment, pull down and hold the upper part original position. - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 72
FEATURES AND CONTROLS Floor Net (Wagon only) Side Storage Box (Wagon only) Under Floor Bins (Wagon only) N5U2002A N5U2003A N5U2004A If your vehicle has a floor net, the floor - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 73
damage the antenna and/or the rear window defogger. Repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not clear the inside of the rear window or windshield with sharp objects. Roof Rack (Wagon only) The roof rack can be used to conveniently carry additional cargo, or bulky items, such as bicycles - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 74
which can adversely affect radio and defogger performance. See your SUZUKI dealer for details. Sunroof If your vehicle has this feature, the switch is located between the map lamp buttons. The sunroof will only operate when the ignition is in the ON position. The sunroof can be opened to a vent - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 75
FEATURES AND CONTROLS MEMO 2-27 - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 76
INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL Instrument Panel Overview (Sedan) ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview (Wagon) ...3-2 Climate Controls ...3-13 Warning Lights, Gauges and Indicators ...3-18 3 Audio System ...3-28 - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 77
Overview (Sedan) The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. B. C. D. E. Air Outlet Instrument Panel Cluster Air Outlet Hazard Warning Flashers Button Digital Clock F. G. H. I. J. Audio System Instrument Panel Brightness Control Hood Release Climate Control System Ashtray - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 78
B C D E F G H I J K L N4U3045A A. B. C. D. E. Air Outlet Instrument Panel Cluster Air Outlet Hazard Warning Flashers Button Digital Clock F. G. H. I. J. Audio System Instrument Panel Brightness Control Hood Release Climate Control System Ashtray K. Cigarette Lighter L. Glove Box 3-2 - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 79
one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100m) behind your vehicle. Horn (Sedan) (Wagon) N4U3002B Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. The hazard warning flasher button - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 80
which allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can raise it to the highest level to give side of the steering column includes the following Turn and Lane-Change Signals Fog Lamps, if available Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Flash-to-Pass To signal control of the vehicle. 3-4 - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 81
you signal a turn, check for burned-out bulbs and then check the fuse. See "Fuses light on the instrument panel cluster also will be on if the ignition is ON. To change the headlamps from high beam to low beam, pull the turn signal/multifunction lever toward you. Flash-to-Pass Feature This feature - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 82
windshield wipers will stop after one cycle. If you want more wipes, hold the lever toward the INT position longer. Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely. To avoid damage, be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 83
operates continuously when the lever is pushed to the second position. WARNING Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed. So, do not use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 84
. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and do not use cruise control on steep hills. Disengaging Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control: • Step lightly on the brake pedal, or depress the clutch pedal, if you have a manual transmission. • Press the ON/OFF button on - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 85
When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, your cruise control set speed memory is erased. (Parking Lamps): Turn the band to this position to turn on the parking lamps, together with the previously listed lamps and lights. OFF (Off): Turn the band to this position to turn all lamps off - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 86
Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights. Dome Lamp The switch on this lamp has three positions. ON: The light comes on and stays on regardless of whether a door is open or closed. An indicator light on the secondary information center - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 87
. This wouldn't be covered by your warranty. Check with your SUZUKI dealer before adding electrical equipment, and never use anything that exceeds the amperage rating. When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment. The front - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 88
, the display is set to 8:00. If this button is pressed while the time is between 8:30 and 8:59, the display is set to 9:00. After disconnecting the battery or after replacing the fuse, reset the clock. Clock The time is displayed in the digital clock when the ignition is on. The clock - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 89
You can control the rate of airflow coming from the system by turning the fan control knob. Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to manually increase or decrease the temperature inside your vehicle. Turn the knob to the blue area to get cool air and to the red area to get warm air. Air - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 90
rear compartment. Recirculation N4U3028A N4U3027A Press this button when driving in dusty conditions or to avoid traffic or outside the passenger area is required. The indicator light will illuminate and interior air will be out. Your windows may fog if you use the recirculation mode for extended - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 91
temperature control knob. 4) Select the highest fan speed on the fan control knob. Using these settings together for long periods of time may engine and set the fan control knob to the desired speed. The air conditioning compressor does not operate when the fan control knob is in the off position - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 92
compressor. To defog the windows faster, turn the temperature control knob clockwise to the warmest setting. (Defrost): This uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window. This feature will only work when the ignition light on the button will come on to let you know that the - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 93
Tips • Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the vehicle that may block the flow of air into your vehicle. • Use of non-SUZUKI approved hood deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the system. • Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 94
with your vehicle. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when one of the gauges shows there may be a problem, check the gauge that tells you what to do about it. Please follow this manual's advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly - and even dangerous. So - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 95
CAUTION Keep track of your odometer reading and check the maintenance schedule regularly for required services. Increased wear or damage to certain parts can result from failure to perform required services at the proper mileage intervals. Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to ON - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 96
charging system. It could indicate that you have a loose generator drive belt, or another electrical problem. Have it checked right away. Driving while this light is on could drain your battery. If you must drive a short distance with the light on, be certain to turn off all your accessories, such - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 97
when you turn the ignition ON. This indicates that the system is performing a self-check and the indicator bulb is operating properly. The light should go out after several seconds. Contact your SUZUKI dealer for repairs if the ABS warning light does any of the following: • Does not come on when the - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 98
problem. If the warning light stays on, or comes on while you are driving, the SSPS system may not be working. If this happens, see your SUZUKI dealer for service. If your vehicle has this feature, this light The Check Engine Light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 99
on. CAUTION If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good, and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty. CAUTION Modifications made to the - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 100
Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced. Oil Pressure Light CAUTION If you have a low engine oil pressure problem, this light will stay on after you start your engine, or come on when you are driving. This indicates that your engine is not receiving enough oil. The engine - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 101
See "Fog Lamps" under Exterior Lamps in this section for more information. Fuel Gauge Cruise Control Light • The Light" in this section for more information. Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gauge: • At the service station, the gas pump - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 102
safety information. WARNING S4U2029A S5U3002A This light Light Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF N5U3005A This light will come on when the trunk is not completely closed. Make sure that the trunk is completely closed and this light is out before driving - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 103
WARNING If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light does not illuminate when the ignition key is turned to the "ON" position, have the system inspected by an authorized service facility. If the warning light flashes while driving, check to see whether the warning light goes off after a few - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 104
unit uses a precision mechanism. Even in the event that trouble arises, never open the case, disassemble the unit, or lubricate the rotating parts. Please bring the unit to an authorized SUZUKI dealer. WARNING If the tire pressure warning light comes on and stays on, reduce your speed and avoid - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 105
INSTRUMENT PANEL Cautions on Handling Never touch the surface. (A) 52D348 52D274 52D347 This unit has been designed specifically for playback of compact discs bearing the mark (A). No other discs can be played. Removing the disc Proper way to hold the compact disc To remove fingermarks and dust, - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 106
INSTRUMENT PANEL prevent the system from operating properly. Radio with CD (Double Display, MP3/WMA) (AGC-6380) 2 3 9 11 52D351 10 Do not expose compact discs to direct sunlight or any heat source. NOTE: • Do not use commercially available CD protection sheets or discs equipped with stabilizers, - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 107
this button to select radio stations. (Manual tuning) Press the up arrows to increase display. Stored stations will flash for a short time on display in sequence. Once the stations are can be programmed on the six numbered preset buttons, by performing the following steps: 1) Turn the radio on. 2) - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 108
INSTRUMENT PANEL ORDER OF SOUND FUNCTIONS Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, press this button until "BAL" appears on the display. Turn the volume knob to change the balance. The display will show the balance level. When finished - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 109
in finding tracks, and/or difficulty in loading and ejecting. If these problems occur, check the bottom surface of the CD. If the surface of the CD is once. • Files can be recorded with a variety of fixed or variable bit rates. Song title, artist name, and album will be available for display by the - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 110
was recorded using no file folders. The system can support up to 8 folders in depth, but, keep the will be shortened. The display will not show parts of words on the last page of text and and/or difficulty in loading and ejecting. If these problems occur, check the bottom surface of the CD. If the - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 111
on display for a short time. TUNE (Previous/Next Folder , and Bit rate may appear. When button. CD Messages CHECK CD: If this the CD will play. • You are driving on a very rough road. When • There may have been a problem while burning the CD. • SUZUKI dealer. If the radio displays an error message, - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 112
this button. If you want to control the volume level, use the volume not an audio output; do not plug a headphone set into the front auxiliary begin playing audio from the device over the car speakers. CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary) button the Seek Button for a short time to search for stored radio channels - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 113
INSTRUMENT PANEL CDP MODE Press the Seek Button for a short time to go to the next track. Radio with Six-Disc CD (Double Display, MP3/WMA) (AGH-6400) 2 3 10 Track01 Track02 9 11 84Z026 5 4 Press and hold - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 114
this button to select radio stations. (Manual tuning) Press the up arrows to increase display. Stored stations will flash for a short time on display in sequence. Once the stations are can be programmed on the six numbered preset buttons, by performing the following steps: 1) Turn the radio on. 2) - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 115
INSTRUMENT PANEL ORDER OF SOUND FUNCTIONS Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, press this button until "BAL" appears on the display. Turn the volume knob to change the balance. The display will show the balance level. When finished - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 116
way the CD-R has been handled. There may be increase in skipping, difficulty in finding tracks, and/or difficulty in loading and ejecting. If these problems occur, check the bottom surface of the CD. If the surface of the CD is damaged, such as cracked, broken, or scratched, the CD will not - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 117
at once. • Files can be recorded with a variety of fixed or variable bit rates. Song title, artist name, and album will be available for display by the radio an MP3/ WMA CD that was recorded using no file folders. The system can support up to 8 folders in depth, but, keep the depth of the folders - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 118
/or difficulty in loading and ejecting. If these problems occur, check the bottom surface of the CD. If the , "ROOT" will flash on display for a short time. TUNE (Previous/Next Folder) button (4): Press the Song Title, Album Title, Artist, and Bit rate may appear. When information is not available, - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 119
good CD. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, contact your SUZUKI dealer. If the radio displays an error message, write it down and provide it to your SUZUKI dealer when reporting the problem. AUX Mode Press this button to listen to the audio contents from other devices - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 120
button to turn the system on and off. Press this button for a short time to MUTE the sound. To cancel MUTE, press this button again. Volume Up is displayed when a CD is in the CDP deck) NOTE: • The CD changer is controlled by the Main Unit. • The CD changer is an Optional Item. FM1 CH1 CH2 CH3 ( - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 121
INSTRUMENT PANEL How to Change Discs 1 86Z013 2 86Z026 1. Magazine slot 2. Magazine eject button To remove: 1) Open the sliding door of the CD changer to the right until it is completely latched. 3-45 - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 122
INSTRUMENT PANEL Labeled surface upward 86Z014 86Z015 86Z016 2) Press the eject button on the CD changer and remove the magazine. 3) Pull a tray out of the magazine by pressing the tray button. 4) Remove the disc from the tray and reinsert the tray into the magazine. To load: 1) Put the disc - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 123
button once. Each time you rotate the knob or press the button, the disc will skip to the previous track. Cue & Review: This function allows desired cancel this function, press this button again. Track Introduction: To quickly and conveniently scan the track, use the "3 or 4/INT" button. "INTRO" - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 124
DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-1 Towing ...4-16 4 - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 125
general information on the problem. The Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of someone who is drinking depends upon four things: • The amount of alcohol consumed • The drinker's body weight • The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking • The length of time it has taken the drinker - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 126
times greater; at a level of 0.15 percent, the chance is 25 times greater! The body something else about drinking and driving that many people don't 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drinking limit is even lower. For exam- Control of a Vehicle You have three systems - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 127
your engine ever stops while you're driving, brake normally but don't pump your brakes. If you do, the pedal may get harder to push down. If your engine play a part. So do alcohol, drugs and frustration. But even in If there's a problem with the anti-lock brake system, this warning light will stay - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 128
receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. Remember: Anti-lock doesn't change the time you need to get your foot up -Lock Don't pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti-lock work for you. You may hear the anti-lock pump or motor operate - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 129
maximum control and stability. When this warning light is on, your vehicle will seem harder to steer than normal when parking or driving slowly. You will still have power steering, but steering will be stiffer than normal at slow speeds. See your SUZUKI dealer for service. Steering Tips Driving on - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 130
cars and stops right in front of you. You can avoid these problems by braking - if you can stop in time. But sometimes you can't; there isn't room. That's the time for evasive action - steering around the problem. Your vehicle can perform defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 131
over your shoulder and check the blind spot. Check your mirrors, glance more than one vehicle at a time on two-lane roads. Reconsider before Control Let's review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control acceleration skid, too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin. A - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 132
are no longer rolling), release enough pressure on the brakes to get the wheels rolling again. This restores steering control. Push the brake pedal down steadily when you have to stop suddenly. As long as the wheels are rolling, you will have steering control. Driving at Night • If you're tired - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 133
and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally. Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can't stop, accelerate or turn as - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 134
are ways to increase your safety in city driving: • Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip. • Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 135
YOUR VEHICLE time and energy. See the next part, "Freeway Driving." • Treat a green light as a warning signal. A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it. When a light turns green, and just before you start to move, check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 136
They are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for long-distance driving? Are the tires all inflated to the recommended pressure? • Weather Forecasts: What's the weather outlook along your route? Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 137
car or an accident. • You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks area or winding roads. Be alert to these and take appropriate action. Winter Driving drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 138
DRIVING blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, . You can run the engine to keep warm, but be deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could base of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe. And check around again from time to time - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 139
DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery with a manual transmission, lightly on - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 140
DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your SUZUKI dealer or a professional towing service safety chain when towing your vehicle and be sure to observe federal, state, and local requirement for trailer hitches, tow bars, lights The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Your - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 141
Rating (GAWR, front and rear), the total load capacity, the seating capacity, and the cargo load capacity. The GVWR and GAWR (front and rear) are listed on the Safety label also gives you the size and recommended inflation pressure for the factory installed, original equipment tires on your vehicle. - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 142
your vehicle's total load capacity is 950 lbs. If you were to drive your vehicle with one passenger, and the total combined weight of you on either the front or rear axle exceeds the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the Safety Certification Label. If you put things inside your vehicle - like - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 143
DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure and Vehicle Load Limits The tires on your vehicle, when they are inflated to the recommended tire inflation pressure, have a load-carrying capacity that is greater than the load that will be on the tires when - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 144
AND APPEARANCE CARE SERVICE AND APPEARANCE CARE Service ...5-1 Fuel ...5-1 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-4 Headlamp Aiming ...5-23 Bulb Replacement ...5-23 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-28 Tires ...5-28 5 Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...5-33 Appearance Care ...5-45 Vehicle - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 145
SUZUKI dealer for all your service needs. You'll get genuine SUZUKI parts and SUZUKI trained and supported service people. We hope you'll want to keep your SUZUKI vehicle all SUZUKI record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform. See "Maintenance - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 146
such gasolines. Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on. If this occurs, return to your SUZUKI dealer for service. Filling Your Tank WARNING Fuel vapor burns violently and - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 147
SERVICE AND APPEARANCE CARE While refueling, hang the tethered cap inside the fuel door. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). WARNING If a fire starts while you're refueling, don't remove the nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 148
the nozzle. Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete. • Don't smoke while pumping gasoline. Checking Things Under the Hood WARNING An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any under - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 149
on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop. Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer. Lower the hood 12 in (30 cm) above the vehicle and release it to latch fully. Check to make sure the hood is closed and repeat the process - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 150
When you open the hood on the engine, you'll see the following: A B C D E I H G F N5U5007A A. B. C. D. E. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Engine Oil Filler Cap Brake/Clutch Fluid Reservoir Engine Coolant Surge Tank Underhood Fuse Block F. G. H. I. Battery Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 151
, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away. For more information, see "Oil Pressure Light" in section 3. You should check your engine oil level regularly; this is an added reminder. Checking Engine Oil It's a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 152
when you're through. If you choose to perform the engine oil change service yourself, be sure the oil you use has the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container. If you have your oil changed for you, be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 153
or into streams or bodies of water. Instead, recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil. If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil, ask your SUZUKI dealer, a service station or a local recycling center for help. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter The engine air cleaner/filter - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 154
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 - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 155
hilly or mountainous terrain. • For business uses such as taxi, police or delivery service. See "Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" in section 6 for the proper fluid to use. Manual Transmission Fluid Checking Transmission Fluid Level WARNING This work requires special skill and equipment. Before - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 156
• Help keep the proper engine temperature. • Let the warning lights and gauges work as they problem with engine overheating, see "Engine Overheating" in this section. What to Use The cooling system in your vehicle is designed to use either Dex-cool coolant, which is red in color, or silicate based - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 157
damaged. The repair cost wouldn't be covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. If you have to add coolant more than four times a year, have your SUZUKI dealer check your cooling system. The engine coolant surge - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 158
CAUTION If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty. If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning, but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 159
you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. If there seems to be no leak, with the engine on, check to see if the electric engine cooling fan is running. If the engine is overheating, the fan should be - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 160
be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don't spill coolant on a hot engine. 1) Park the vehicle on a level surface. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 161
pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan. By this time in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. Turn the key off and then check the fluid level. The level - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 162
. CAUTION • When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer's instructions for adding water. • Don't mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water doesn't clean as - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 163
dirt from entering the reservoir. CAUTION • Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they'll have to be replaced. Don't let someone put in the - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 164
other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts. Battery Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free battery. When it's time for a new battery, get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery's label. See "Engine Compartment Overview" in this section for - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 165
hoods and locate the batteries. Find the positive (+) and negative (-) terminal locations on each vehicle. Your vehicle's positive (+) terminal is located under a red tethered cap on the battery. The negative (-) terminal is located under a black tethered cap on the battery. See "Engine Compartment - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 166
other or any other metal. The repairs wouldn't be covered by your warranty. 6) Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 8) Now connect the black negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 167
your SUZUKI dealer. Halogen Bulbs WARNING Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package. A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part B. Good Battery C. Dead Battery - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 168
headlamp assembly. Then, check the lamps. Front Turn Signal Lamps Front Side marker Lamps To replace a headlamp bulb: 1) Open the hood. 2) Remove the counterclockwise. 3) Pull the front side marker bulb socket out of the front bumper. 4) Pull the old bulb straight out of the bulb socket. 5) Push - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 169
SERVICE AND APPEARANCE CARE Front Fog Lamps Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (Sedan) Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (Wagon) N5U5003A To replace a front fog lamp bulb: 1) Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the front fog lamp bulb. 2) Rotate the front fog underside of the hood. 3) Disconnect - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 170
SERVICE AND APPEARANCE CARE Luggage Compartment Lamp Tail/Stop Lamps, Turn Signal Lamps and Backup Lamps (Sedan) Tail/Stop Lamps, Turn Signal Lamps and Backup Lamps (Wagon) N5U5004A To replace a luggage compartment lamp bulb: 1) Use a flat screwdriver to pry the lamp assembly - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 171
SERVICE AND APPEARANCE CARE 7) Replace the lamp housing into the vehicle using Rotate the rear side marker bulb socket counterclockwise. 3) Pull the rear side marker bulb socket out of the rear bumper. 4) Pull the old bulb straight out from the bulb socket. 5) Push a new bulb straight into the socket - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 172
warranty and where to obtain service, see your SUZUKI Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer's booklet included with your vehicle's Owner's Manual . Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure. Tire pressure should be checked when - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 173
manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors: treadwear, traction and temperature resistance. Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load. Load Index and Speed Rating The two- or three-digit - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 174
belted-bias ply construction. E. Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches. F. Service Description These characters represent the load range and the speed rating vehicle. Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving which may lead to an accident. The size and type of tires used - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 175
: The amount of air pressure in a tire, measured in pounds per square inch (psi) before a tire has built up heat from driving. Curb Weight: This means the weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, but without passengers - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 176
SERVICE cars and some light battery, and special trim. Recommended Inflation Pressure: Vehicle manufacturer's recommended tire inflation pressure Rim: A metal support for a tire and upon which the tire beads are seated. Sidewall: The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead. Speed Rating - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 177
tire inflation pressure sensors, their ID codes must be programmed into the tire pressure mon- WARNING If the tire pressure warning light does not come on when the ignition is turned to the "ON" position, or comes on and blinks while driving there may be a problem with the tire pressure monitoring - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 178
itoring system. Have tire and wheel replacement performed by an authorized service facility to avoid the risk of damaging the tire pressure monitor sensors. eral Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry and Science Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 179
most important. See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" in section 6, for scheduled rotation intervals. 125/70D15 (Temporary) WARNING • Air pressures should be checked when the tires are cold or you may get inaccurate readings. • Check the inflation pressure from time to time while inflating the tire - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 180
SERVICE AND APPEARANCE CARE WARNING Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. The recommended tire pressure, may reduce the GVWR or GAWR limit of your vehicle. One way to tell when it's time for new tires is to check the tread - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 181
. While the tires available on SUZUKI vehicles may vary with respect to these grades, they all conform to federal safety requirements. Tread wear The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 182
under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 183
SERVICE AND APPEARANCE CARE Tire Chains CAUTION The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis. See "Changing a Flat Tire" in - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 184
SERVICE shift lever in PARK (P), or shift a manual transmission to FIRST (1) or REVERSE (R). 3) Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is located in the trunk. WARNING Only use the jack for lifting this car during an emergency tire change. 1) Remove the trim cover from the floor - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 185
SERVICE AND APPEARANCE CARE 4) Remove the compact spare tire. See "Compact Spare vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. N5U5005A 1) Open the floor cover by pulling the handle upward. 2) Lift the floor tray - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 186
from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. WARNING Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 187
SERVICE wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new SUZUKI original equipment wheel nuts. Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have fit. Store the wheel cover in the trunk until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced. CAUTION Wheel covers will not fit on your compact spare. If - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 188
SERVICE AND APPEARANCE CARE Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure to perform well at speeds up to 50 mph (80 km/h), so you can finish your trip and have your full-size tire repaired - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 189
SUZUKI approved cleaning products from your SUZUKI dealer. See "Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials" later in this section. Here are some cleaning tips: • Always read the instructions let dry. Specific Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 190
For stubborn stains, use a leather cleaner. • Never use oils, varnishes, solvent-based or abrasive cleaners, furniture polish or shoe polish on leather SUZUKI Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials in this section. Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. WARNING Do not bleach or dye safety belts. - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 191
surface scratches and water spotting. High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle. Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle. Finish Care - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 192
and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection. Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the warranty. Chemical Paint - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 193
Electrical Equipment CAUTION Don't add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your SUZUKI dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn't be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 194
with a new one of the identical size and rating. There are spare fuses provided in the engine compartment fuse block. If you ever have a problem on the road and don't have a spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the same amperage. Just pick a feature of your vehicle that you can get along without - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 195
SERVICE AND APPEARANCE CARE Engine Compartment Fuse Block Fuses AIRBAG WPR RADIO/CLK ECM AIRBAG AUX LTR Usages Air Bag Wiper Radio/Clock Engine Control Module Occupation Classification Sensor Extra Jack Fuses ENG FUSE BOX, DRL HAZRD LAMPS A/C, CLK HVAC RKE RADIO S/ROOF DLC SPARE Usages Engine Fuse - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 196
10A COOL FAN LOW 20A DEFOG 30A IGN 1 COOL FAN HI 30A SPARE SPARE 15A LOW BEAM RT PWR WNDW 20A SPARE 25A 30A FRT FOG COOL FAN LOW A/C CMPRSR ILLUM HORN DEFOG FUEL PUMP MAIN COOL FAN HI PWR WNDW HEAD LAMPS SERVICE AND APPEARANCE CARE N4U5038B 5-52 - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 197
SERVICE AND APPEARANCE CARE Fuses HEAD LAMPS ECM I/P FUSE FUEL PUMP A/C HORN HI BEAM DRIVER'S PWR WNDW STOP LAMPS DR/LCK MIR HTD FRT FOG ILLUM LT INJ Usages Head Lamp Engine Control Module Instrument Panel Fuse Fuel Pump Air Conditioning Horn Head Lamp High-Beam Driver's Power Window Stop Lamps Door - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 198
Engine Coolant Engine Oil with Filter Fuel Tank Power Steering Fluid Automatic Transmission Fluid (Complete Overhaul) Manual 10' 0°12' ± 10' Compression Ratio 9.6 : 1 Octane Rating Spark plug Type Gap Cold Cranking Ampere Battery Rating 81 lb-ft 110 N.m All capacities are approximate. When adding - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 199
SERVICE AND APPEARANCE CARE Dimension Overall Length Sedan Wagon Sedan Wagon Wheel Base Tread Front Rear Minimum Ground 58.3 in (1,480 mm) 6.3 in (160 mm) Weight Gross Vehicle Weight Rating See the safety certification label and the tire information label which are located on the driver's door lock - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 200
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE General Information ...6-1 Maintenance ...6-2 6 - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 201
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 - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 202
has been performed on your vehicle in accordance with the scheduled maintenance services chart. Maintenance Recommended under Normal Driving Conditions Maintenance Interval Maintenance Item Engine Control System Drive Belt (Alternator, Power steering Pump & A/C Compressor) Engine Oil & Oil Filter - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 203
Pump & A/C Compressor) Engine Oil & Oil Filter Cooling System Hose & Connections Engine Coolant Dex-cool Fuel Filter (integrated in Fuel Pump) Fuel Line & Connections Air Cleaner Element Spark Plugs Spark Plug Wires EVAP Canister and Vapor Lines EVAP Canister Vent Valve Filter PCV System Timing Belt - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 204
) Manual Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission Fluid Chassis and Underbody Bolts and Nuts Tight/Secure Tire Condition & Inflation Pressure Tire Rotation Steering Wheel & Linkage Power steering Fluid & Lines Drive Shaft Boots Safety Belts, Buckles & Anchorages Lubricate Locks, Hinges & Hood Latch - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 205
time Body Manual Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission Fluid Chassis and Underbody Bolts and Nuts Tight/Secure Tire Condition & Inflation Pressure Tire Rotation Steering Wheel & Linkage Power steering Fluid & Lines Drive Shaft Boots Safety Belts, Buckles & Anchorages Lubricate Locks, Hinges & Hood - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 206
Pump & A/C Compressor) Engine Oil & Oil Filter Cooling System Hose & Connections Engine Coolant Dex-cool Fuel Filter (integrated in Fuel Pump) Fuel Line & Connections Air Cleaner Element Spark Plugs Spark Plug Wires EVAP Canister and Vapor Lines EVAP Canister Vent Valve Filter PCV System Timing Belt - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 207
Pump & A/C Compressor) Engine Oil & Oil Filter Cooling System Hose & Connections Engine Coolant Dex-cool Fuel Filter (integrated in Fuel Pump) Fuel Line & Connections Air Cleaner Element Spark Plugs Spark Plug Wires EVAP Canister and Vapor Lines EVAP Canister Vent Valve Filter PCV System Timing Belt - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 208
) Manual Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission Fluid Chassis and Underbody Bolts and Nuts Tight/Secure Tire Condition & Inflation Pressure Tire Rotation Steering Wheel & Linkage Power steering Fluid & Lines Drive Shaft Boots Safety Belts, Buckles & Anchorages Lubricate Locks, Hinges & Hood Latch - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 209
time Body Manual Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission Fluid Chassis and Underbody Bolts and Nuts Tight/Secure Tire Condition & Inflation Pressure Tire Rotation Steering Wheel & Linkage Power steering Fluid & Lines Drive Shaft Boots Safety Belts, Buckles & Anchorages Lubricate Locks, Hinges & Hood - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 210
items and their related parts. Correct, clean, refill, adjust, lubricate, inflate or replace as required. R - Replace or Change NOTE: Check the engine oil and engine coolant levels weekly. *: SUZUKI recommends that this maintenance service be performed at the time/ mileage interval indicated to - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 211
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6-11 - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 212
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6-12 - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 213
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6-13 - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 214
GENERAL INFORMATION GENERAL INFORMATION Identification Numbers ...7-1 Safety Certification Label ...7-2 Emission Compliance Label (for U.S.A.) ...7-2 Warranties ...7-2 On-Board Vehicle Computers and Event Data Recorders ...7-3 Reporting Safety Defects ...7-4 7 - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 215
. This number is used to register the vehicle. It is also used to assist your SUZUKI dealer when ordering parts or referring to special service information. Engine Serial Number 60G128 60G152 The engine serial number is stamped on the cylinder block as shown in the above illustration. 54G081 - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 216
Performance Warranty 60A412 52D059 This label contains important safetyrelated information about your vehicle. The label is located on the driver's door lock pillar. The EPA emission compliance label is located under the hood. It provides much of the information needed to perform an engine - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 217
control several aspects of vehicle performance, including the following: • Emission-related components and engine parameters such as engine speed and throttle position are monitored to provide emissions control as data related to airbag readiness, airbag performance, safety belt usage, and the - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 218
it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your SUZUKI dealer, or American Suzuki Motor Corp. To contact NHTSA, you may call the - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 219
GENERAL INFORMATION MEMO 7-5 - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 220
Control System ...3-13 Climate Controls ...3-13 8 Clock ...3-12 Control of a Vehicle ...4-2 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap ...5-14 Cooling System ...5-15 Correcting the Tire Pressure ...5-34 Cruise Control ...3-7 Cruise Control Light ...3-25 Cupholder(s) ...2-22 B Battery ...5-20 Before Driving - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 221
Mode Light ...3-22 Hood Release ...5-4 Horn ...3-3 How Does an Air Bag Restrain? ...1-33 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...1-7 Hydraulic Clutch ...5-12 F Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...5-4 Filling Your Tank ...5-2 Finish Damage ...5-48 Floor Net (Wagon only) ...2-24 Fog Lamp Light ...3-24 - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 222
Protection ...2-6 Loss of Control ...4-7 Low Fuel Warning Light ...3-25 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) ...1-23 Luggage Compartment Cover (Wagon only) ...2-25 Luggage Compartment Lamp ...5-26 O Off-Road Recovery ...4-6 Oil Pressure Light ...3-24 Older Children ...1-16 - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 223
Light ...3-19 Safety Belt Reminder Tone ...3-19 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ...1-10 Safety Belts ...1-5 Safety Certification Label ...7-2 Scheduled Maintenance Services ...6-2 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ...1-24 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 224
Warranties ...7-2 Weatherstrips ...5-46 What Makes an Air Bag Inflate? ...1-33 What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates? ...1-33 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ...5-38 Wheel Replacement ...5-38 When It Is Time for New Tires ...5-36 When Should an Air Bag Inflate? ...1-32 When to Add Engine Oil - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 225
INDEX Y Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-1 8-6 - 2008 Suzuki Forenza | Owner's Manual - Page 226
recommendation: See page 5-1 Engine oil recommendation: Engine oil with "Starburst" symbol For further details, see "Engine Oil" in the "SERVICE AND APPEARANCE CARE" section. Brake and clutch fluid: DOT3 Automatic transmission fluid: ESSO LT71141 or TOTAL ATF H50235 Tire cold pressure: See the "Tire
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Part No. 99011-85Z04-03E
July, 2007
OWNER’S MANUAL
2008
Keep With Vehicle At All Times.
Contains Important Information
On Safety, Operation & Maintenance.