2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara Owner's Manual - Page 161
2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara Manual
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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Daily Inspection Checklist Before Driving 1) Make sure that windows, mirrors, lights and reflectors are clean and unobstructed. 2) Visually check the tires for the following points: - the depth of the tread groove - abnormal wear, cracks and damage - loose wheel nuts - existence of foreign material such as nails, stones, etc. Refer to "Tires" in "INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE" section for details. 3) Look for fluid, oil leaks. NOTE: It is normal for water to drip from the air conditioning system after use. 4) Make sure the hood is fully closed and latched. 5) Check the headlights, turn signal lights, brake lights and horn for proper operation. 6) Lock all doors. 7) Adjust the seat and adjustable head restraints (if equipped). 8) Check the brake pedal and the parking brake lever. 9) Adjust the mirrors. 10)Make sure that you and all passengers have properly fastened your seat belts. 11)Make sure that all warning lights come on as the key is turned to the "ON" or "START" position. 12)Check all gauges. 13)Make sure that the BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING 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 Power steering (if equipped) fluid level Windshield washer fluid level Hood latch operation Pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle. Make sure that you cannot open the hood all the way without releasing the secondary latch. Be sure to close the hood securely after checking for proper latch operation. See the item "All Latches, Hinges and Locks" of "CHASSIS AND BODY" in the "Periodic Maintenance Schedule" in the "INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE" section for lubrication schedule. Starting the Engine Before Starting the Engine 1) Make sure the parking brake is set fully. 2) Manual Transmission - Shift into "N" (Neutral) and depress the clutch pedal all the way to the floor. Hold it while starting the engine. Automatic Transmission - If the gearshift lever is not in "P" (Park) position, shift into "P". (If you need to re-start the engine while the vehicle is moving, shift into "N".) NOTE: The engine of manual transmission vehicle will not start unless the clutch pedal is depressed. NOTE: Automatic transmission vehicles have a starter interlock device which is designed to keep the starter from operating if the transmission is in any of the drive positions. WARNING Make sure that the parking brake is set fully and the transmission is in Neutral (or Park for vehicles with an automatic transmission) before attempting to start the engine. WARNING Make sure the hood is fully closed and latched before driving. If it is not, it can fly up unexpectedly during driving, obstructing your view and resulting in an accident. 6-2