2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara Owner's Manual - Page 137
2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara Manual
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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Hill descent control Indicator Light CAUTION • When the hill descent control system is used continuously for a long time, the temperature of the brake system may increase and the hill descent control system may be deactivated temporarily to protect the device of the brake system. The hill descent control indicator blinks to let you know the system is deactivated. Depress the brake pedal and stop the vehicle in a safe place. When the temperature of the brake system goes down, the hill descent control indicator will come on and the system is activated again. • The hill descent control system may be activated when the gearshift lever is in the "N" (Neutral) position, but engine braking will not work. Always use the hill descent control system with the gearshift lever in a forward gear or reverse gear. NOTE: You may hear a sound coming from the engine when the hill descent control system is activated. This sound is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. 79K050 When the ignition switch is turned to the "ON" position, this light comes on briefly so you can check that the light is working. When you push the hill descent control switch and the hill descent control operating conditions are fulfilled, the hill descent control indicator comes on. If the hill descent control indicator blinks, the hill descent control will not be activated. NOTE: If any of the following conditions occur, there may be a problem with the hill descent control system or the ESP® system. Have your vehicle inspected by an authorized SUZUKI dealer. • The hill descent control indicator does not come on or blink when you push the hill descent control switch. • The hill descent control indicator stays on when driving without pushing the hill descent control switch. 79K072 NOTE: If the hill descent control indicator blinks when you push the hill descent control switch, following conditions may not be fulfilled. • The transfer switch is in the "4H LOCK" or "4L LOCK" position • The gearshift lever is in a forward gear or reverse gear • The vehicle speed is under 25 km/h (15 mph) • The brake system is under normal operating temperature If the message shown in the above illustration appears on the information display, there may be a problem with the hill descent control system and the hill hold control system. Have your vehicle inspected by an authorized SUZUKI dealer. NOTE: You cannot activate the hill descent control system while this message is displayed. 3-36 79K21-03E