Suzuki SX4 2012 Setup guide

2012
Way of Life!
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Welcome to the Suzuki Owner’s family and thank you for choosing your Suzuki Vehicle among the many makes and
models available today.
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This booklet contains valuable information about the Suzuki Secure Advantage Protection Plan for your new Suzuki.
Keep it together with your Owner’s Manual in your Vehicle for convenient reference.
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“SUZUKI” means Suzuki Canada Inc., 100 East Beaver Creek Road, Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 1J6. “Vehicle” means a
2011 brand automobile or multipurpose passenger Vehicle distributed in Canada by SUZUKI. “SUZUKI Dealer” means a
dealer authorized by SUZUKI as a dealer for Vehicles. “Suzuki Parts or Accessories” means new genuine Suzuki brand
parts or accessories distributed by SUZUKI and sold by a SUZUKI Dealer.
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SUZUKI reserves the right to make production changes at any time, without incurring any obligation to make the same
or similar changes to Vehicles previously sold.
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Overview of Protection .........................................................2
The Suzuki Warranty Policy..................................................3
Power Train Components Limited Warranty ...................5
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.............................................7
Anti-Perforation Warranty.....................................................7
Surface Corrosion Warranty.................................................8
Structural Corrosion Warranty.............................................8
Emission Warranties ..............................................................9
Limitations and Exclusions Applicable to
All Warranty Coverages ...................................................... 12
Genuine Parts and Accessories Warranty...................... 15
Printed 06/15/11
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE PAGE
Vehicle Care to Prevent Corrosion .................................. 16
Suzuki Secure Advantage Roadside Assistance ............... 19
Customer Satisfaction ........................................................ 23
Suzuki Protection Plan ........................................................ 24
Maintenance Record - Severe Driving Conditions ........... 25
Maintenance Record
- Normal Driving Conditions ........ 29
Owner & Vehicle Information, Change of Address
or Ownership ........................................................................Insert
Odometer Replacement Record
................................... Insert
Suzuki Secure Advantage Roadside Assistance
Customer Claim Form ..................................................... Insert

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OVERVIEW OF PROTECTION
The information below is an overview of Suzuki Secure Advantage Protection Plan coverage for 2012 model year vehicles.
* Refer to pages 3 to 15 and 19 to 23 for the actual warranty statement and details regarding terms, conditions, limitations and
exclusions to warranty and/or benet coverage. Coverage expires at specied time or distance limit, whichever occurs rst.
++Engine Control Module and Catalytic Converter(s) are covered for 8 years or 130,000 km, whichever occurs rst.
COVERAGE* TIME OR DISTANCE LIMIT*
Power Train Components Limited Warranty 5 Years 100,000 km
New Vehicle Limited Warranty 3 Years 60,000 km
Anti-Perforation Warranty 5 Years Unlimited km
Surface Corrosion Warranty 18 Months 60,000 km
Structural Corrosion Warranty 6 years Unlimited km
Emission Component Defect Warranty++ 3 years 60,000 km
Emission Performance Warranty 2 years 40,000 km
Towing (Up to 100 km) 3 Years Unlimited km
Battery Boost 3 Years Unlimited km
Fuel Delivery Service 3 Years Unlimited km
Lock-out Service 3 Years Unlimited km
Flat Tire Changing Service 3 Years Unlimited km
Winching & Extrication 3 Years Unlimited km
Trip Interruption Benets 3 Years Unlimited km
WarrantiesBenets

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THE SUZUKI WARRANTY POLICY
SUZUKI oers the following limited warranties on each new 2012 SUZUKI Vehicle prepared and sold in Canada by a
SUZUKI Dealer and which is registered and normally operated in CANADA.
The POWER TRAIN COMPONENTS LIMITED WARRANTY, NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY, EMISSION WARRANTIES, ANTI-
PERFORATION WARRANTY, SURFACE CORROSION WARRANTY, STRUCTURAL
CORROSION WARRANTY and GENUINE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES WARRANTY are the only and the entire written
warranties given by SUZUKI for the Vehicle and no SUZUKI Dealer or its agent or employee is authorized
to extend or enlarge these warranties on behalf of SUZUKI by any written or oral statement.
Except to the extent provided in these limited warranties, SUZUKI shall not be liable in contract, tort or otherwise for
any direct, indirect, economic, commercial, incidental, consequential or special loss or damage or expense or claim
howsoever caused, arising in connection with the sale, use, loss of use, inconvenience, performance or
non-performance of the Vehicle (including, without limitation, vehicle rental expense, lodging expense, food travel
costs and storage costs and liability in respect to any other person).
These warranties are not intended to limit, modify, or disclaim any statutory warranty which, by law, may not be
limited, modied, excluded or disclaimed. To the full extent permitted by law, these warranties are in substitution for
and exclude all other representations, warranties or conditions, express or implied, but not limited to, implied
warranties or conditions of merchantable quality or tness for a particular purpose and those arising under statute,
in tort, or otherwise in law or in equity or from a course of dealing or usage of trade.

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SUZUKI assumes no responsibility under any warranty policy for poor performance or damage to your Vehicle
resulting from inadequate maintenance.
OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE
To obtain warranty service, deliver the Vehicle to a SUZUKI Dealer of your choice.
COMMENCEMENT OF WARRANTY PERIOD
All Warranty Periods begin on the date the Vehicle is delivered to the rst retail purchaser or, if the Vehicle is leased
or placed in service as a demonstration vehicle, the date the Vehicle is rst placed in service.
WARRANTY COVERAGE WHILE TEMPORARILY TRAVELLING IN THE U.S.
Should your Vehicle experience a mechanical breakdown or a failure which prevents the safe operation of the
Vehicle and for which coverage under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty is applicable while you are temporarily
travelling in the continental U.S., repairs will be performed free of charge at any authorized Suzuki Automobile
Dealer in the United States. Call 1-877-MY-SUZUKI from within the continental U.S. for the location of Suzuki
dealers in that country.

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POWER TRAIN COMPONENTS LIMITED WARRANTY
SUZUKI Secure Advantage provides peace of mind security by continuing the coverage of specic power train
components.
Repairs necessary to correct defects in the material or workmanship of specied power train components at the
time of manufacture of the Vehicle, will be completed at no charge for parts and labour. Parts replacements will be
made using new or remanufactured SUZUKI parts.
Specied components (see page 6) are covered under the SUZUKI Power Train Components Limited Warranty from
the commencement of the warranty period (see page 4) and for 5 years or 100,000 kilometres, whichever
occurs rst.
Some limitations and exclusions apply to the Power Train Components Limited Warranty. Refer to pages 12 to 14 for
details.

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ENGINE
Engine cylinder block and head(s) and all internal parts, intake manifold, timing gears, chains, tensioners and timing
cover, ywheel/drive plate, valve covers, oil pan, oil pump, engine mounts, water pump, fuel pump, seals and
gaskets.
TRANSAXLE, TRANSMISSION AND TRANSFER CASE
Transaxle, transmission, transfer case and all internal parts, torque converter, transmission/transfer case mounts,
transmission control module, seals and gaskets.
FRONT WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM
Front drive housing and all internal parts, axle shafts, drive/propeller shaft, universal joints, CV joints (provided CV
boots are intact), hubs, bearings and seals.
REAR WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM
Rear drive housing and all internal parts, axle shafts, drive/propeller shaft, universal joints, CV joints (provided CV
boots are intact), hubs, bearings and seals.

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NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY
SUZUKI warrants that all parts of the Vehicle will be free of defects in material and/or workmanship at the time of
manufacture. Any necessary parts replacements resulting from defects in material and/or workmanship at the time of
manufacture will be completed at no charge for parts and labour using new or remanufactured SUZUKI parts.
All components, except those having their own separate warranty and/or those components listed under the section
detailing Limitations and Exclusions (pages 12 to 14), are covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 36
months or 60,000 kilometres, whichever occurs rst.
Some Limitations and Exclusions apply to the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Refer to pages 12 to 14 for details.
SUZUKI warrants that the original exterior body sheet metal of your 2012 Vehicle will be free of defects in material and
workmanship which result in perforation due to corrosion, from the inner surface of the body component through to the
outer surface, for 60 months without distance limitations.
SUZUKI will repair or replace defective exterior body parts without charge for parts and/or labour.
In order to best preserve the appearance of your Vehicle refer to “Vehicle Care to Prevent Corrosion” found on pages
16 to 18.
Some Limitations and Exclusions apply to the Anti-Perforation Warranty. Refer to pages 12 to 14 for details.
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SUZUKI warrants that the surface of original exterior body sheet metal components of your 2012 Vehicle will be free
of defects in material and workmanship which result in readily visible surface corrosion for 18 months or 60,000
kilometres, whichever occurs rst.
Components other than exterior body sheet metal parts, including original equipment wheels, are warranted against
surface corrosion for 12 months or 20,000 kilometres.
SUZUKI will repair or replace defective structural components without charge for parts and/or labour.
Some Limitations and Exclusions apply to the Surface Corrosion Warranty. Refer to pages 12 to 14 for details.
SURFACE CORROSION WARRANTY
SUZUKI warrants that the structural components of your Vehicle will remain free of corrosion related damage which
results in the weakening of that component such that it can no longer function as designed, for 72 months without
distance limitation.
SUZUKI will repair or replace defective components without charge for parts and/or labour.
Refer to the “Vehicle Care to Prevent Corrosion” information found on pages 16 to 18 for corrosion prevention
maintenance procedures.
Some Limitations and Exclusions apply to the Structural Corrosion Warranty. Refer to pages 12 to 14 for details.
STRUCTURAL CORROSION WARRANTY

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EMISSION COMPONENT DEFECT WARRANTY
SUZUKI warrants to the owners of 2012 model year Vehicles that the Vehicle was designed, built and equipped so as
to conform, at the time of sale of the rst retail purchaser, with all emission standards then applicable in Canada.
SUZUKI also warrants that the emission control components listed on page 10 are free from defects in materials
and workmanship which would result in non-compliance with applicable regulations for a period of 36 months or
60,000 kilometres, whichever occurs rst. The Engine Control Module (ECM/PCM) and the catalytic converter(s) are
warranted for 96 months or 130,000 kilometres, whichever occurs rst.
SUZUKI will, at no cost to you, make the necessary diagnosis, repair or replacement necessary to ensure that the
Vehicle complies with applicable regulations relating to emission defects warranty.
EMISSION PERFORMANCE WARRANTY
SUZUKI warrants to the owners of 2012 model year SUZUKI Vehicles that if the Vehicle fails a provincially mandated
emission inspection/maintenance (I/M) test in eect during the warranty period and the failure to conform results or will
result in you having to bear a penalty or other sanction (including denial of the right to use the Vehicle) under local or
provincial law then any SUZUKI Dealer will at no cost to you, perform all diagnostics and make the replacements, repairs
or warranty adjustments necessary to ensure that the Vehicle complies with applicable regulations.
The Emission Performance Warranty provides coverage for 24 months or 40,000 kilometres.
EMISSION WARRANTIES

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COMPONENTS COVERED BY THE EMISSION WARRANTIES
Listed below are the parts which, if equipped on your Vehicle, are covered by the Emission Component Defect and
Emission Performance Warranties. Some of the parts listed below may require scheduled replacement and are
warranted up to the recommended replacement interval as indicated in the Owner's Manual or the time and
mileage of the limited warranty, whichever occurs rst.
+ Positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve and associated parts
+ Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve and associated parts
+ Electronic fuel injection system and associated controls and sensors
* Catalytic converter(s) and associated parts*
* Electronic Engine Control Module (ECM)/onboard emission diagnostic device*
+ Exhaust system between exhaust manifold and catalytic converter(s)
+ Spark plugs and ignition components
+ Fuel tank ller cap, restrictor, and vapor control valves
+ Evaporative emission control canister, associated valves, switches and controls
+ Emission related sensors, switches, valves, hoses, sealing gaskets or devices, lamps, tubes, ttings, wiring
harnesses, pulleys, belts, idlers and mounting hardware used in the above systems.
For items marked with “ * ”, the emission component defect and emission performance warranty coverage is 96
months or 130,000 kilometres, whichever occurs rst.

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WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR EMISSION WARRANTIES
Suzuki strongly recommends that emission system repairs be performed at a SUZUKI Dealer of your choice.
SUZUKI dealers have the specialized knowledge and equipment necessary to expedite the diagnosis and repair of the
sophisticated emission systems on your Vehicle. They will also use Suzuki Genuine Parts that have been designed,
manufactured and tested to comply with applicable emission standards.
However, you may choose to have routine scheduled maintenance performed on your Vehicle at a facility other than
a SUZUKI Dealer. In such a case, you will want to ensure the service facility is aware of the periodic maintenance
requirements for your Vehicle as detailed in the Owner's Manual and that your Vehicle is maintained according to these
recommendations.
While the use of non-Suzuki Genuine parts will not in itself void the Emission Warranties on your Vehicle, any
repairs or replacement of parts required as a result of the installation of a component that is not of equivalent
quality, capacity or performance to the Suzuki Genuine Part are not covered under this warranty.
In an emergency situation, an emission system repair may be performed at a service facility of your choosing, in the
event a SUZUKI Dealer is not reasonably convenient. In such a case, retain the replaced parts and the paid invoice
copy. Present these to your SUZUKI Dealer to request reimbursement of the emergency repair cost.
Some Limitations and Exclusions apply to the Emission Warranties. Refer to pages 12 to 14 for details.
IF YOUR VEHICLE FAILS AN EMISSION INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE TEST
To make a claim under the Emission Warranties deliver your Vehicle to any SUZUKI Dealer. Present the Emission
Inspection/Maintenance test document. SUZUKI will process your claim within 30 days from receipt of your request to
the SUZUKI Dealer. Such 30 day time period for notication will not apply if you request a delay or a delay is caused
by events not under the control of SUZUKI or your SUZUKI Dealer. If your claim is denied, you will be notied in writing
of the reason for denial. If you are not so notied, you may be eligible to have the required emission warranty repair
performed free of charge.

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LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
APPLICABLE TO ALL WARRANTY COVERAGES
Perforation due to Corrosion
Perforation is covered by a separate warranty. Refer to the Suzuki Anti-Perforation Warranty on page 7.
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Warranty period is 18 months or 60,000 kilometres, whichever occurs rst.
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Warranty period is 12 months or 20,000 kilometres, whichever occurs rst.
Structural Corrosion
Warranty period is 72 months without mileage limitations.
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Emission control systems components are covered by separate warranties. Refer to the Suzuki Emission Performance
Warranty and Suzuki Emission Component Defect Warranties (pages 9 to 11).
Tires
Tires are warranted by the tire manufacturer. Refer to the tire warranty pamphlet provided with your Vehicle.
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Warranty period is 12 months or 20,000 kilometres, whichever occurs rst.

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Windshields
Warranty period is 12 months or 20,000 kilometres, whichever occurs rst.
Batteries & Light Bulbs
Warranty period is 12 months or 20,000 kilometres, whichever occurs rst.
Parts and Accessories
Suzuki Genuine Parts and Accessories are covered by a separate warranty. Refer to page 15. Parts and accessories not
distributed by SUZUKI are not covered by SUZUKI.
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Service Adjustments not normally associated with the replacement of parts and which are not included as recommended
maintenance procedures included in the Recommended Periodic Maintenance Schedule, are warranted for the rst 12
months or 20,000 kilometres, whichever occurs rst.
Maintenance Expenses
Parts and labour to perform services recommended in the periodic maintenance schedule such as engine tune up,
lubrication, wheel alignment, tire rotation, tire balancing, cleaning, polishing, the replacement of expendable or
normal wear parts such as spark plugs, lters, uids, wiper blades, clutch and brake friction materials, and fuses are
not covered by the warranties given by SUZUKI in this booklet.
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Warranty period for machining or replacement of brake rotors or brake drums due to corrosion or scoring is 12
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Factors Beyond Suzuki’s Control
These warranties do not cover repairs or replacements necessitated by:
a. Normal wear and tear.
b. Lack of or improper maintenance, negligence in cleaning or maintaining the Vehicle according to the
recommended Periodic Maintenance Schedule, use of improper or contaminated fuel or lubricants.
c. Use of parts not equivalent in quality and design to parts supplied by SUZUKI.
d. Use of devices, parts or accessories not approved by SUZUKI including, but not limited to, remote starters,
alarm systems, and audio equipment.
e. Tampering or improper previous repairs to the Vehicle performed by a party other than a SUZUKI Dealer.
f. Abuse or misuse such as but not limited to competition or racing usage, submersion in water, sand or mud,
salt water corrosion, water or sand intrusion.
g. Accident, collision, re, theft, freezing, vandalism or physical damage.
h. Road debris, including stone chipping, environmental or industrial fallout including acid rain, tree sap, bird
droppings, hail, ood, lightning.
i. Repairs or replacements necessitated due to alteration or modication of the Vehicle.
j. Vehicles which have been declared a total loss and/or have been sold for salvage.
k. Vehicles upon which the odometer has been disconnected or altered or where the true mileage cannot be
determined.
l. Vehicles upon which the Vehicle Identication Number has been altered or is illegible.
m. Normal noises, vibration, deterioration, discolouration, distortion, deformation and fading are not considered
defects and are not covered by any warranty.

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GENUINE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES WARRANTY
SUZUKI warrants that it will, at its option, replace or repair, at no charge, any SUZUKI Part or Accessory that is defective
in material or workmanship under normal use.
Labour for replacement is also covered if the defective part or accessory was originally purchased and installed on a
Vehicle by a SUZUKI Dealer.
SUZUKI GENUINE PARTS Warranty Period
The warranty period for replacement of Suzuki Parts is 12 months or 20,000 kilometres (whichever occurs rst ) following
the date of purchase of the Part subject to the Limitations and Exclusions listed on pages 12 to 14. Suzuki Parts replaced
under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty are covered for the balance of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
The purchase invoice or installation repair order for the Suzuki Part is required to determine the commencement of
the warranty period.
SUZUKI GENUINE ACCESSORY Warranty Period
The warranty period for SUZUKI Accessories is 12 months or 20,000 kilometres (whichever occurs rst ) following the
retail purchase of the SUZUKI Accessory subject to the Limitations and Exclusions listed on pages 12 to 14.
SUZUKI Air Conditioners are warranted for 12 months or 20,000 kilometres (whichever occurs rst ) or for the balance
of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, whichever is the greater.
The purchase invoice or installation repair order for the Suzuki Accessory is required to determine the commencement
of the warranty period.

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VEHICLE CARE TO PREVENT CORROSION
Proper care of your Vehicle is essential to protect it from corrosion even though SUZUKI has designed and built your Vehicle specically to
resist corrosion.
Listed on the following pages are instructions on how you should maintain your Vehicle to prevent corrosion. Please read and follow these
instructions carefully.
NOTE: Application of additional rust inhibiting materials is not necessary or required under the 5 year anti-perforation warranty. Some after-
manufacture rust proong may create a potential environment which could reduce the corrosion resistance designed and built into your
Vehicle. Depending upon application technique, some after-manufacture rust proong could result in damage or failure of some electrical or
mechanical systems of your Vehicle. Repairs to correct damage or malfunctions caused by after-manufacture rust proong are not covered
under any part of the written waranties given by SUZUKI and set out herein.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT CORROSION
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1. The accumulation of road salt, dirt, moisture or chemicals in hard to reach areas of the vehicle under body or frame.
2. Chipping, scratches and any damage to treated or painted metal surfaces resulting from minor accidents or by impact from stones, gravel,
rock salt and coarse sand, etc.
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1. Road salt, dust control chemicals, sea air or industrial pollution will all accelerate the corrosion of metal.
2. High humidity will increase the rate of corrosion particularly when the temperature range is just above the freezing point.
3. Moisture in certain areas of a vehicle for an extended period of time may promote corrosion even though other body sections may be
completely dry.
4. High temperatures will cause an accelerated rate of corrosion to parts of the vehicle which are not well ventilated to permit quick drying.
The aforementioned information illustrates the necessity of keeping your vehicle (particularly the underbody) as clean and dry as possible.
In addition to this, it is equally important to repair any damage to the paint or protective coatings as soon as possible.

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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES TO HELP PREVENT CORROSION
Washing
The best way to preserve the nish on your Vehicle and help avoid corrosion is to keep it clean with frequent washing. If you
are frequently driving on salted roads, your Vehicle should be washed at increased intervals based on the frequency of exposure
to these conditions. If you are living near an ocean, your Vehicle should be washed at regular intervals throughout the year.
Washing Instructions
1. Wash the underbody of your Vehicle rst. High pressure water or steam is most eective for cleaning this area. Ensure that
all debris such as road salt, chemicals, mud and dirt is removed from the underbody, especially in hard to reach areas.
2. Wash the exterior of your Vehicle in a shaded area using only lukewarm or cold water. Remove all dirt and mud from the
body with running water. Dirt which is hard to remove should be washed o with a sponge using plenty of water. A mild
soap or detergent can be used, however these cleaning agents should be promptly washed o and not allowed to dry on
the nish.
3. After washing the Vehicle, be certain that all drain holes are unobstructed.
Foreign Material Deposits
Foreign material such as salts, chemicals, road oil or tar, tree sap, bird droppings and industrial fallout may damage the nish of
your Vehicle if it is left on painted surfaces. Remove these types of deposits as quickly as possible. If these deposits are dicult
to wash o, an additional cleaner may be required. Ensure that any cleaner that you select is compatible to the Vehicle paint
nish and that the manufacturer’s instructions are carefully followed.
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Carefully examine your Vehicle for damage to the painted surfaces, especially if it is used on unpaved roads. Should you nd
any chips or scratches in the paint, touch them up immediately to prevent corrosion from starting. If the chips or scratches
have gone through to the bare metal, have a qualied body shop make the repair.

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Moisture, dirt or mud can accumulate under the oor mats and may cause corrosion. Occasionally, check under these mats to
ensure that this area is clean and dry. More frequent checks are necessary if the Vehicle is used on unpaved roads or in wet
weather. Certain cargos such as chemicals, fertilizers, cleaners, salts, etc. are extremely corrosive in nature. These products
should be transported in secure containers. If a spill or leak does occur, clean and dry the area immediately.
Driving Precautions
Following a Vehicle too closely is dangerous and can lead to paint chipping. Paint can chip o of your Vehicle when pebbles,
thrown in the air by the tires of a vehicle in front of you, fall and hit your Vehicle. The paint chipping zone will increase when
vehicle speed increases. To prevent chipping, be sure to increase the distance between your Vehicle and the vehicle in front of
you as speed increases. Paint chipping will also occur if you frequently drive on gravel or salted roads. The Suzuki warranty does
not cover paint chipping.
Mud and Gravel Shields
The use of mud and gravel shields will help protect your Vehicle. Full size shields, which extend as close to the road as is
practical are of course the best. The fasteners for such shields should also be corrosion resistant. A number of dierent types
of mud and gravel shields are available from your SUZUKI Dealer.
Storage
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.