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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
80SS5-01E
1) Be sure the parking brake is firmly
applied.
2) If the engine is running, stop the
engine.
3) Make sure the key is in “ON” or “ACC”
position, or the ignition mode is ON or
ACC.
4) With the release button (1) pushed,
push the knob button (2) and shift the
gearshift lever to the desired position.
This procedure is for emergency use only.
If repeated use of this procedure is neces-
sary, or the procedure does not work as
described, take the vehicle to an autho-
rized SUZUKI dealer for repair.
Continuously Variable Transmis-
sion (CVT)
Gearshift lever
52RM30250
The gearshift lever is designed so that it
cannot be shifted out of “P” position unless
the ignition switch is in “ON” position or the
ignition mode is ON and the brake pedal is
depressed.
The gearshift lever has a lock mechanism
to help prevent accidental shifting. To shift
the gearshift lever:
Models with S (sport) mode
80SM108
WARNING
Always depress the brake pedal
before shifting from “P” (Park) (or
“N” (Neutral) if the vehicle is station-
ary) to a forward or reverse gear, to
help prevent the vehicle from moving
unexpectedly when you shift.
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