2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara Owner's Manual - Page 75

BEFORE DRIVING Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light SLIP Indicator Light details on how to reactivate the ESP® systems, refer to "SLIP Indicator Light" in the "OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE" section. For details of the ESP® systems, refer to "Electronic Stability Program (ESP®)" in the "OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE" section. 79K019 65D529 When the ignition switch is turned to the "ON" position, the light comes on briefly so you can check that the light is working. If the light stays on, or comes on when driving, there may be something wrong with the ABS. If the ABS light and the brake system warning light stay on, or come on simultaneously when driving, then there may be something wrong with both the rear brake proportioning valve function and anti-lock function of the ABS system. If one of these happens, have the system inspected by your SUZUKI dealer. If the ABS becomes inoperative, the brake system will function as an ordinary brake system that has no ABS. For details of the ABS, refer to "Anti-Lock Brake system (ABS)" in the "OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE" section. ESP® is a registered trademark of Daimler AG. This light blinks 5 times per second when one of the following systems is activated. • Stability control system • Traction control system • Hill descent control system (if equipped) If this light blinks, drive carefully. When the ignition switch is turned to the "ON" position, the light comes on briefly so you can check that the light is working. If the light stays on, or comes on when driving and remains on, there may be something wrong with the ESP® systems (other than ABS). You should have the system inspected by an authorized SUZUKI dealer. NOTE: When you disconnect and re-connect the battery, ESP® system functions other than ABS will be deactivated and the slip indicator light will blink 1 time per second. For WARNING The ESP® systems cannot prevent accidents. Always drive carefully. 2-58 79K21-03E