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Suzuki Kizashi (2010 year). Instruction - part 21

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APPEARANCE CARE

Corrosion Prevention

vehicle which are not well ventilated to

If you frequently drive on salted roads, your

permit quick drying.

vehicle should be washed at least once a

It is important to take good care of your

month during the winter. If you live near the

vehicle to protect it from corrosion.

ocean, your vehicle should be washed at

Listed below are instructions for how to

least once a month throughout the year.

maintain your vehicle to prevent corrosion.

For washing instructions, refer to the “Vehi-

Please read and follow these instructions

cle Cleaning” section.

carefully.

Remove foreign material deposits

Important Information About

Foreign material such as salts, chemicals,

Corrosion

road oil or tar, tree sap, bird droppings and

Common causes of corrosion

industrial fall-out may damage the finish of

1) Accumulation of road salt, dirt, moisture

your vehicle if it is left on painted surfaces.

or chemicals in hard-to-reach areas of

Remove these types of deposits as quickly

the vehicle underbody or frame.

as possible. If these deposits are difficult to

2) Chipping, scratches and any damage to

wash off, an additional cleaner may be

52D151

treated or painted metal surfaces

required. Be sure that any cleaner you use

resulting from minor accidents or

This information illustrates the necessity of

is not harmful to painted surfaces and is

keeping your vehicle

(particularly the

impact from stones and gravel.

specifically intended for your purposes.

underbody) as clean and dry as possible. It

Follow the manufacturer’s directions when

Environmental conditions which accel-

is equally important to repair any damage

using these special cleaners.

to the paint or protective coatings as soon

erate corrosion

1) Road salt, dust control chemicals, sea

as possible.

Repair finish damage

air or industrial pollution will all acceler-

Carefully examine your vehicle for damage

ate the corrosion of metal.

How to Help Prevent Corrosion

to the painted surfaces, especially if it is

2) High humidity will increase the rate of

used off-road. Should you find any chips or

Wash your vehicle frequently

corrosion particularly when the temper-

scratches in the paint, touch them up

The best way to preserve the finish on your

ature range is just above the freezing

immediately to prevent corrosion from

vehicle and to help avoid corrosion is to

point.

starting. If the chips or scratches have

keep it clean with frequent washing.

3) Moisture in certain areas of a vehicle

gone through to the bare metal, have a

for an extended period of time may pro-

Wash your vehicle at least once during the

qualified body shop make the repair.

mote corrosion even though other body

winter and once immediately after the win-

sections may be completely dry.

ter. Keep your vehicle, particularly the

4) High temperatures will cause an accel-

underside, as clean and dry as possible.

erated rate of corrosion to parts of the

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APPEARANCE CARE

Keep passenger and cargo compart-

Cover your vehicle

ments clean

WARNING

Moisture, dirt or mud can accumulate

Do not apply additional undercoating

under the floor mats and may cause corro-

or rust preventive coating on or

sion. Occasionally, check under these

around exhaust system components

mats to ensure that this area is clean and

such as the catalytic converter,

dry. More frequent checks are necessary if

exhaust pipes, etc. A fire could be

the vehicle is used off road or in wet

started if the undercoating substance

weather.

becomes overheated.

Certain cargo such as chemicals, fertiliz-

ers, cleaners, salts, etc. are extremely cor-

rosive by nature. These products should

be transported in sealed containers. If a

spill or leak does occur, clean and dry the

area immediately.

50G203

If you cannot regularly park your vehicle in

Use the body trim

a garage, we recommend you use a vehi-

The use of the body trim will help protect

cle cover. Years of exposure to midday sun

your vehicle, especially if you frequently

can cause the colors in paint, plastic parts

drive on gravel or salted roads. The fittings

and fabrics to fade. Covering your vehicle

for such guards should also be corrosion

with a high-quality,

“breathable” vehicle

resistant. Please check with your autho-

cover can help protect the finish from the

rized SUZUKI dealer for information on

harmful UV rays in sunlight, and can

these guards.

reduce the amount of dust and air pollution

reaching the surface. Your SUZUKI dealer

Store your vehicle in a dry, well-venti-

can help you select the right cover for your

lated area

vehicle.

Do not park your vehicle in a damp, poorly

ventilated area. If you often wash your

vehicle in the garage or if you frequently

drive it in when wet, your garage may be

damp. The high humidity in the garage

may cause or accelerate corrosion. A wet

vehicle may corrode even in a heated

garage if the ventilation is poor.

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APPEARANCE CARE

Vehicle Cleaning

damp cloth to remove dirt and the soap

or a soft cloth. Water may cause leather

solution. If some dirt still remains on the

to harden and shrink if it is not wiped off.

surface, repeat this procedure.

• When parking on sunny days, select a

shady place or use a sunshade. If

Fabric upholstery

leather upholstery is exposed to direct

Remove loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.

sunlight for a long time, it may discolor

Using a mild soap solution, rub stained

and shrink.

areas with a clean damp cloth. To remove

• As is common with natural materials,

soap, rub the areas again with a cloth

leather is inherently irregular in grain and

dampened with water. Repeat this until the

cowhide has spots in its natural state.

stain is removed, or use a commercial fab-

These do not affect the performance of

ric cleaner for tougher stains. If you use a

the leather in any way.

fabric cleaner, carefully follow the manu-

facturer’s instructions and precautions.

Seat belts

Clean seat belts with a mild soap and

Leather upholstery

water. Do not use bleach or dye on the

76G044S

Remove loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.

belts. They may weaken the fabric in the

Using a mild soap or saddle soap solution,

belts.

WARNING

wipe dirt off with a clean damp soft cloth.

To remove soap, wipe the areas again with

Vinyl floor mats

When cleaning the interior or exterior

a soft cloth dampened with water. Wipe the

Ordinary dirt can be removed from vinyl

of the vehicle, NEVER USE flammable

areas dry with a soft dry cloth. Repeat this

with water or mild soap. Use a brush to

solvents such lacquer thinners, gas-

until the dirt or stain is removed, or use a

help loosen dirt. After dirt is loosened,

oline, benzene or cleaning materials

commercial leather cleaner for tougher dirt

rinse the mat thoroughly with water and

such as bleaches and strong house-

or stains. If you use a leather cleaner, care-

dry it in the shade.

hold detergents. The materials could

fully follow the manufacture’s instructions

cause personal injury or damage to

and precautions. Do not use solvent type

Carpets

the vehicle.

cleaners or abrasive cleaners.

Remove dirt and soil as much as possible

with a vacuum cleaner. Using a mild soap

Cleaning Interior

NOTE:

solution, rub stained areas with a clean

Vinyl upholstery

• In order to keep leather upholstery look-

damp cloth. To remove soap, rub the areas

Prepare a solution of soap or mild deter-

ing good, it should be cleaned at least

again with a cloth dampened with water.

gent mixed with warm water. Apply the

twice a year.

Repeat this until the stain is removed, or

solution to the vinyl with a sponge or soft

• If leather upholstery becomes wet,

use a commercial carpet cleaner for

cloth and let it soak for a few minutes to

immediately wipe it dry with tissue paper

tougher stains. If you use a carpet cleaner,

loosen dirt. Rub the surface with a clean,

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APPEARANCE CARE

carefully follow the manufacturer’s instruc-

Cleaning the Center Pillar Garnishing

- Palm oil based detergent

tions and precautions.

Caring for Aluminum Wheels

Instrument panel and console

NOTE:

NOTE:

•

Do not use an acidic or alkaline deter-

Wipe up spills containing chemicals, alco-

gent to wash aluminum wheels. These

hol, etc., immediately with a soft, damp

types of detergent will cause permanent

cloth. Use a mild soap solution if neces-

spots, discoloration and cracks on fin-

sary. Do not use cleaners or polishes con-

ished surfaces.

taining strong solvents or acidic solutions.

(1)

•

Do not use a bristle brush and soap con-

These chemicals may stain and discolor

taining an abrasive material. These will

the instrument panel and console.

damage finished surfaces.

•

Use the same wax you use for the body

Cleaning the Exterior

surfaces also for waxing aluminum

wheels to protect their clear finish.

CAUTION

57L60003

(1) Center pillar garnishing

It is important that your vehicle be

kept clean and free from dirt. Failure

NOTE:

to keep your vehicle clean may result

•

The garnishing is vulnerable to damage.

in fading of the paint or corrosion to

Use chamois or a soft cloth to clean it. It

various parts of the vehicle body.

can be damaged even when wiped with

tissue paper.

•

If the garnishing is damaged, you may

repair it to some extent by using a mate-

rial such as headlight polish (commer-

cially available).

•

Do not use any chemical products that

contain the following substances for

cleaning, as these will cause cracks and

deformation to the garnishing. Also be

sure to thoroughly read the precautions

on the product’s container.

- Solvents such as benzine, gasoline,

paint thinner, sticker removing solvent,

etc.

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APPEARANCE CARE

Washing

CAUTION

CAUTION

WARNING

•

When washing the vehicle, avoid

When using a commercial car wash

•

Never attempt to wash and wax

directing steam or hot water of

product, observe the cautions speci-

your vehicle with the engine run-

more than 80°C (176°F) on plastic

fied by the manufacturer. Never use

ning.

parts.

strong household detergents or

•

If your vehicle is equipped with an

•

To avoid damaging engine compo-

soaps.

rain-sensing wiper system, place

nents, do not use pressurized

the wiper control lever in the “OFF”

water in the engine compartment.

4)

Once the dirt has been completely

position. If the lever is left in the

removed, rinse off the detergent with

“AUTO” position, the wipers could

2)

Rinse the body to loosen the dirt.

running water.

unexpectedly operate and cause an

Remove dirt and mud from the body

5)

After rinsing, wipe off the vehicle body

injury, and could also be damaged.

exterior with running water. You may

with a wet chamois or cloth and allow it

•

When cleaning the underside of the

use a soft sponge or brush. Do not use

to dry in the shade.

body and fender, where there may

hard materials which can scratch the

6)

Check carefully for damage to painted

be sharp-edged parts, you should

paint or plastic. Remember that the

surfaces. If there is any damage,

wear gloves and a long-sleeved

headlight covers or lenses are made of

“touch-up” the damage following the

shirt to protect your hands and

plastic in many cases.

procedure below:

arms from being cut.

1. Clean all damaged spots and allow

•

After washing your vehicle, care-

CAUTION

them to dry.

fully test the brakes before driving

2. Stir the paint and

“touch-up” the

To avoid damage to the paint or plas-

to make sure they have maintained

damaged spots lightly using a small

tic surface, do not wipe the dirt off

their normal effectiveness.

brush.

without ample water. Be sure to fol-

3. Allow the paint to dry completely.

low above procedure.

When washing the vehicle, follow the

instructions below:

CAUTION

3) Wash the entire exterior with a mild

1) Flush the underside of body and wheel

detergent or car wash soap using a

If you use an automatic car wash,

housings with pressurized water to

sponge or soft cloth. The sponge or

make sure that your vehicle’s body

remove mud and debris. Use plenty of

cloth should be frequently soaked in the

parts, such as spoilers, cannot be

water.

soap solution.

damaged. If you are in doubt, consult

the car wash operator for advice.

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APPEARANCE CARE

Waxing

60B211S

After washing the vehicle, waxing and pol-

ishing are recommended to further protect

and beautify the paint.

• Only use waxes and polishes of good

quality.

• When using waxes and polishes,

observe the precautions specified by the

manufacturers.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

GENERAL INFORMATION

Identification Numbers

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Safety Certification Label

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Emission Compliance Label (for U.S.A.)

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Warranties

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On-Board Vehicle Computers and Event Data

Recorders

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Reporting Safety Defects

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54G072

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Identification Numbers

The Vehicle Identification Number

(VIN)

Engine Serial Number

may be found in the location shown in the

Vehicle Identification Number

above illustrations. This number is used to

register the vehicle. It is also used to assist

EXAMPLE (for some vehicles)

your dealer when ordering parts or refer-

ring to special service information.

60G128

The engine serial number is stamped on

80JC090

the cylinder block as shown in the above

illustration.

79J019

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Safety Certification Label

Emission Compliance Label

Warranties

(for U.S.A.)

The warranties covering your vehicle are

explained in a separate New Vehicle War-

ranty Information booklet given to you at

EXAMPLE

the time of sale. Please read this booklet

carefully so you can understand your rights

and responsibilities.

For U.S.A. and Canada

The following warranties are provided with

your vehicle:

• New Vehicle Limited Warranty

• Limited Warranty For SUZUKI Parts or

Accessories

• Emission Components Defect Warranty

52D059

• Emission Performance Warranty

This label contains important safety-

60A412

related information about your vehicle. The

The EPA emission

compliance

label is

label is located on the driver’s door lock pil-

located under the hood.

lar.

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FUSES AND PROTECTED CIRCUITS

FUSES AND PROTECTED CIRCUITS

1

27

33

2

28

34

23

35

3

29

10

36

24

4

11

30

37

12

31

25

5

38

13

32

6

39

14

19

26

7

15

20

8

16

21

40

17

22

41

9

18

43

42

45

44

USE THE DESIGNATED

FUSES AND RELAYS ONLY

57L71037

COLOR/SIZE (AMPS)

FUSE NAME

PROTECTED CIRCUIT

(1)

RED (50)

IGN

Ignition switch

(2)

PINK (30)

RDTR2

Radiator fan sub

11

(3)

PINK (30)

RDTR

Radiator fan main

In engine

MAIN

(4)

PINK (30)

ST

Starting motor

compartment

FUSE

BOX

(5)

GREEN (40)

BTRY

Light

(6)

GREEN (40)

ABS MOT

ESP control module

(7)

RED (50)

IGN2

Keyless start control module

(8)

RED (50)

BTRY2

Power window, Power seat

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FUSES AND PROTECTED CIRCUITS

1

27

33

2

28

34

23

35

3

29

10

36

24

4

11

30

37

12

31

25

5

38

13

32

6

39

14

19

26

7

15

20

8

16

21

40

17

22

41

9

18

43

42

45

44

USE THE DESIGNATED

FUSES AND RELAYS ONLY

57L71037

COLOR/SIZE (AMPS)

FUSE NAME

PROTECTED CIRCUIT

(9)

RED (50)

BLW

Blower fan

(10)

RED (10)

A/C

Air conditioning compressor

(11)

BLUE (15)

MRR HTR

Door mirror heater

(12)

BLUE (15)

THR MOT

Throttle motor

In engine

MAIN

compartment

FUSE

(13)

GREEN (30)

RR DEF

Rear defogger

BOX

(14)

GREEN (30)

H/L CLNR

Blank

(15)

BROWN (7.5)

H/L

Head light

(16)

YELLOW (20)

FI

Fuel injection

(17)

WHITE (25)

ABS SOL

ESP control module

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FUSES AND PROTECTED CIRCUITS

1

27

33

2

28

34

23

35

3

29

10

36

24

4

11

30

37

12

31

25

5

38

13

32

6

39

14

19

26

7

15

20

8

16

21

40

17

22

41

9

18

43

42

45

44

USE THE DESIGNATED

FUSES AND RELAYS ONLY

57L71037

COLOR/SIZE (AMPS)

FUSE NAME

PROTECTED CIRCUIT

(18)

WHITE (25)

B/U

Back up

(19)

BLUE (15)

H/L LO L

Head light low (Left)

(20)

BLUE (15)

H/L LO R

Head light low (Right)

(21)

BLUE (15)

H/L L

Head light high (Left)

In engine

MAIN

compartment

FUSE

(22)

BLUE (15)

H/L R

Head light high (Right)

BOX

(23)

BLUE (15)

AT

CVT

(24)

YELLOW (20)

FR FOG

Front fog light

(25)

BLUE (15)

O2 HTR

O2 sensor heater

(26)

BLUE (15)

HORN

Horn

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FUSES AND PROTECTED CIRCUITS

1

27

33

2

28

34

23

35

3

29

10

36

24

4

11

30

37

12

31

25

5

38

13

32

6

39

14

19

26

7

15

20

8

16

21

40

17

22

41

9

18

43

42

45

44

USE THE DESIGNATED

FUSES AND RELAYS ONLY

57L71037

COLOR/SIZE (AMPS)

FUSE NAME

PROTECTED CIRCUIT

(27)

-

-

Head light low relay (Left)

(28)

-

-

Head light low relay (Right)

(29)

-

-

Blank

(30)

-

-

Blank

In engine

MAIN

compartment

FUSE

(31)

-

-

Blank

BOX

(32)

-

-

Air conditioning compressor relay

(33)

-

-

Rear defogger relay

(34)

-

-

Blank

(35)

-

-

Windshield wiper relay 2

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FUSES AND PROTECTED CIRCUITS

1

27

33

2

28

34

23

35

3

29

10

36

24

4

11

30

37

12

31

25

5

38

13

32

6

39

14

19

26

7

15

20

8

16

21

40

17

22

41

9

18

43

42

45

44

USE THE DESIGNATED

FUSES AND RELAYS ONLY

57L71037

COLOR/SIZE (AMPS)

FUSE NAME

PROTECTED CIRCUIT

(36)

-

-

Blank

(37)

-

-

Windshield wiper relay 1

(38)

-

-

Starting motor relay

(39)

-

-

Fuel pump relay

In engine

MAIN

(40)

-

-

Radiator fan relay 3

FUSE

compartment

(41)

-

-

Radiator fan relay 1

BOX

(42)

-

-

Door mirror heater relay

(43)

-

-

Radiator fan relay 2

(44)

-

-

Main relay

(45)

-

-

Throttle motor relay

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FUSES AND PROTECTED CIRCUITS

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

24

25

26

57L70034

COLOR/SIZE (AMPS)

FUSE NAME

PROTECTED CIRCUIT

(1)

PINK (30)

P/W

Power window

(2)

BLUE (15)

WIP

Windshield washer motor

(3)

YELLOW (20)

S/H

Seat heater

(4)

WHITE (25)

FR WIP

Windshield wiper motor

Under the

dashboard of

(5)

BROWN (7.5)

IG2 SIG

IG2 SIG

FUSE

the driver’s

BOX

(6)

BLUE (15)

IG COIL

Ignition coil

seat side

(7)

BLUE (15)

ACC2

Accessory 2

(8)

BLUE (15)

ACC

Accessory

(9)

RED (10)

ABS/ESP

ESP control module

(10)

BROWN (7.5)

CRUISE

Cruise control

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