Emergency procedures

If the starter does not work

1. 1
   Try turning the ignition switch to the "START" position with the high beams on, to check the battery condition.

   If the lights are very dim or do not come on, this usually means the battery is discharged or the battery terminals have poor contact. Charge the battery or clean and tighten the connections, as required.

2. 2
   If the lights stay bright, check the fuses. If the cause of the starter failure is not found, the fault may be more serious. Have the vehicle checked at an authorized SUZUKI service station.

If the engine is flooded

If the engine is flooded with fuel, starting may be difficult. In this case, press the accelerator pedal fully to the floor and hold it in this position while cranking the engine with the starter (do not operate the starter continuously for more than 5 seconds).

If the engine overheats

The engine may overheat temporarily under severe operating conditions. If the coolant temperature gauge indicates overheating while driving, do the following:

1. 1
   Turn off the air conditioning, if equipped.
2. 2
   Move the vehicle to a safe place and stop.
3. 3
   Let the engine idle for a few minutes, until the gauge pointer returns to the normal range between "H" and "C".

If the temperature gauge does not return to the normal range, do the following:

1. 1
   Stop the engine and check the tension and condition of the water pump drive belt and the condition of the pulleys. If any abnormality is found, correct it.
2. 2
   Check the coolant level in the reserve tank. If the level is below the "LOW" mark, check for leaks from the radiator, water pump or connecting hoses. If you find leaks that could cause overheating, do not start the engine until they have been repaired.
3. 3
   If no leaks are found, carefully add coolant to the reserve tank and, if necessary, to the radiator. (See "Engine Coolant" in the "Maintenance and Care" section.)