2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara Owner's Manual - Page 106
2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara Manual
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Engine Block Heater: 1 Using the Transmission: 10 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE of the remote controller may be unreliable. NOTE: • If the battery of the remote controller runs down or there are strong radio waves or noise, the operating range may be narrower or the remote controller may be inoperative. • If the remote controller is too close to the door, it may not operate. • The ignition switch may not turn when the remote controller is on the instrument panel, in the glove box, in a storage compartment, in the sun visor or on the floor. You can also turn the ignition switch by inserting the ignition key into the slot. If you leave any of the doors open with the ignition switch in the "ACC" position for a while (and no key inserted), the engine may not start when you turn the ignition switch to "START". If the engine does not start, close all doors completely or turn the ignition switch back to the "LOCK" position, then start the engine. The ignition switch has the following four positions: LOCK (1) This is the normal parking position. It is the only position in which the key can be removed. It locks the ignition, and prevents normal use of the steering wheel. For vehicles with an automatic transmission, the gearshift lever must be in the "P" (Park) position to turn the key to the "LOCK" position. To release the steering lock, turn the ignition switch clockwise to one of the other positions. If you have trouble turning the ignition switch to unlock the steering, try turning the steering wheel slightly to the right or left while turning the switch. • Manual transmission vehicle You must push in the ignition switch to turn it from the "LOCK" position to the "ACC" position. To return to the "LOCK" position from the "ACC" position, turn the ignition switch counterclockwise while pushing in the switch. • Automatic transmission vehicle To turn the ignition switch, push the switch. ACC (2) Accessories such as the radio can operate, but the engine is off. CAUTION The remote controller is a sensitive electronic instrument. To avoid damaging the remote controller: • Do not expose it to impacts, moisture or high temperature such as by leaving it on the dashboard under direct sunlight. • Keep the remote controller away from magnetic objects such as a television. 3-5 79K21-03E