MARUTI SUZUKI ZEN-Classic Specifications Page 1

970F-74E 3BEFORE DRIVINGBEFORE DRIVINGFuel Recommendation ...3-1K

1870F-74EBEFORE DRIVINGWear Your Seat Belts at All Times.The vehicle is provided with two automaticretracting type seat belts.To fasten the seat belt,

10870F-74EVEHICLE IDENTIFICATIONEngine Serial NumberThe engine serial number is stamped on thecylinder block as shown in the illustrationand also on t

10970F-74ESPECIFICATIONS 13SPECIFICATIONSNOTE:Specifications are subject to change without notice.M/T : Manual TransmissionA/T : Automatic Transmissi

11070F-74ESPECIFICATIONSELECTRICALStandard spark plug NGK – BKR6E, DENSO – K20PR-UBattery 38B20R (28AH/5HR)Fuses See “INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE” sect

This Owner's manual & service booklet applies to the ZEN model (Equippedwith Electronic Fuel Injection system) produced by MARUTI UDYOG LIMIT

1970F-74EBEFORE DRIVINGTo Adjust the Belt• Automatic retracting typePull the shoulder portion of the beltupwards through the tongue plate.The length o

2070F-74EBEFORE DRIVINGas tightly as is comfortable toprovide the protection for whichthey have been designed. A slackbelt will provide less protectio

2170F-74E 4STEERING COLUMN CONTROLSSTEERING COLUMN CONTROLSIgnition Switch ...

2270F-74EIGNITION SWITCHThe ignition switch has the following fourpositions:• Do not use any locally made key.• Should you require duplicate key,place

2370F-74E• Do not use the starter motor formore than 15 seconds at a time. Ifthe engine does not start; wait 15seconds before trying again. If theengi

2470F-74EWith the headlights on, push the leverforward to switch to the high beams (mainbeams) or pull the lever toward you toswitch to the low beams.

2570F-74ESTEERING COLUMN CONTROLSHAZARD WARNING SWITCHWINDSCREEN WIPER ANDWASHER LEVERWindscreen WipersTo turn the windscreen wipers on, move thelever

2670F-74ESTEERING COLUMN CONTROLSHORNTo help prevent damage to thewindscreen wiper and washer systemcomponents, you should take thefollowing precautio

2770F-74E 5INSTRUMENT PANELINSTRUMENT PANELWarning and Indicator Lights...5

1070F-74E3-1BEFORE DRIVINGFUEL RECOMMENDATIONYou must use unleaded petrol with anoctane number (RON) of 87 or higher. Yourvehicle is fitted with a res

2870F-74EINSTRUMENT PANEL1. Instrument cluster2. Ignition switch3. Lighting switch/Turn signal anddimmer switch4. Windscreen wiper and washerswitch5.

2970F-74EINSTRUMENT PANEL1 Speedometer2 Odometer3 Trip meter (if equipped)4 Trip meter reset knob5 Fuel gauge6 Temperature gauge7 Warning and indicato

3070F-74EWARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTSBrake fluid level warning lightThis light operates under two conditions: 1)when the ignition switch is turned to

3170F-74EINSTRUMENT PANEL• If you operate the engine with thislight on, severe engine damage canresult.• Do not rely on the Oil PressureLight to indic

3270F-74EINSTRUMENT PANEL5-5SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER/TRIPMETER (if equipped)1 Speedometer2 Odometer3 Trip meter4 Trip meter reset knobThe speedometer indi

3370F-74EINSTRUMENT PANELFUEL GAUGEThis gauge gives an approximate indicationof the amount of fuel in the fuel tank asshown in figure. “F” stands for

3470F-74EINSTRUMENT PANEL5-7REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHERSWITCH (if equipped)With the ignition switch in the “ON” position,push the wiper switch to turn on

3570F-74EINSTRUMENT PANELASHTRAYTo remove the front panel ashtray forcleaning, push down on the metal plate, andpull the ashtray completely out of its

3670F-74EFOG LIGHT SWITCH (if equipped)The fog light comes on when the fog lightswitch is pushed in with the head lightswitch turned to the second pos

3770F-74EINSTRUMENT PANELHEATING SYSTEM (if equipped)The heating system provides heating,demisting, and ventilation.a. Windscreen defrosterb. Side def

1170F-74EYour vehicle comes with a pair of identicalkeys. Keep the spare key in a safe place.One key can open all of the locks on thevehicle.The key i

3870F-74EINSTRUMENT PANELDescription of ControlsFunction selector 1: This selector is usedto select one of the functions describedbelow:VENTILATION 2:

3970F-74EINSTRUMENT PANELNormal Heating (Using outside air)Move the function selector to “HEAT”, theair intake lever to “FRESH AIR”, thetemperature co

4070F-74EINSTRUMENT PANELDefrostingMove the function selector to “DEFROST”,the air intake lever to “FRESH AIR”, thetemperature control lever to the de

4170F-74EINSTRUMENT PANELSYSTEM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSNormal Cooling (using outside air)push in the A/C button, move the functionselector to “VENTILAT

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4370F-74EOTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT 6OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENTParking Brake Lever ...

4470F-74EPARKING BRAKE LEVER• Never drive your vehicle with theparking brake on: rear brakeeffectiveness can be reduced fromover heating, brake life m

4570F-74EPEDALSDo not “ride” the brakes by applyingthem continuously or resting your footon the pedal. This will result inoverheating of the brakes wh

4670F-74EGEAR LEVER FUEL FILLER CAP6-3The gear change pattern is shown in theillustration. For details on how to use thetransmission, refer to USING T

4770F-74E• To remove - turn the cap counterclock-wise. Turn the cap slowly to allow anyresidual pressure to escape.• To install - turn the cap clockwi

1270F-74EBEFORE DRIVINGDOOR LOCKSTo lock a front door from outside thevehicle:a) Insert the key fully and turn the top ofthe key toward the front of t

4870F-74E6-5OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENTSUN VISOR INTERIOR LIGHT SWITCHThe sun visors can be pulled down to blockglare coming through the wind screen,

4970F-74E6-6OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENTBONNETTo open the bonnet:1) Pull the bonnet release handle locatedon the outboard side of the driver’s sideof

5070F-74E6-7OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENTTYRE CHANGING TOOLSThe jack, wheel wrench and jack handle arestowed in the luggage compartment behindthe rear

5170F-74EOPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 7OPERATING YOUR VEHICLEExhaust Gas Warning...

5270F-74EEXHAUST GAS WARNINGwith the engine running, make surethe air intake lever is set to “FRESHAIR” and the fan is at high speed.• Avoid operating

5370F-74Ewwwww CAUTION7-2STARTING THE ENGINEBefore starting the engine:1) Make sure the parking brake is appliedfully.2) Manual Transmission - Shift

5470F-74E7-3Always depress the brake pedal beforechanging from “P” (Park) or “N”(Neutral) to a forward or reverse gear,to help prevent the vehicle fro

5570F-74EManual TransmissionStarting offTo start off, depress and maintain pressureupon the clutch pedal and change into 1stgear. After releasing the

5670F-74EBRAKINGThe distance needed to bring any vehicleto a halt increases with the speed of thevehicle. The braking distance needed, forexample, at

5770F-74ERUNNING-INThe future performance and reliabilityof the engine depends on the careand restraint exercised during its earlylife. It is especial

1370F-74EBEFORE DRIVING3-4Do not use the key to lift up the lid,or the key may break off in the lock.While closing the hatchback PUSHONLY on the area

5870F-74E7-7OPERATING YOUR VEHICLEBe careful where you park and drive;the catalytic converter and otherexhaust components can get very hot.As with any

5970F-74EIMPROVING FUEL ECONOMYThe following instructions will help youimprove fuel economy.Avoid excessive idling:If you are to wait for more than a

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6170F-74EDRIVING TIPS AND SAFE DRIVING 8DRIVING TIPS AND SAFE DRIVINGHigh Speed Driving ...

6270F-74E• Wear Your Seat Belts at All Times.The driver and passengers shouldbe properly restrained at all times,using the seatbelts provided. Referto

6370F-74EDRIVING ON SLIPPERY ROADSRemove your foot from the acceleratorwhile changing gear.Do not race the engine. Excessive wheelspin will cause the

6470F-74EDO’S AND DON’TS FOR SAFEDRIVINGExercise care in handling your vehicle. Beconscious of not only your own safety butalso the safety of others o

6570F-74E8-4DRIVING TIPS AND SAFE DRIVING72F-08-01572F-08-01172F-08-012Braking1. Use the parking brake when parkingyour vehicle and shift the gear shi

6670F-74E8-5DRIVING TIPS AND SAFE DRIVING72F-08-02172F-08-02272F-08-020Night time driving1. Drive more slowly at night than in thedaytime, for the vis

6770F-74EINSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE 9INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCEPeriodic Maintenance Schedule ...

1470F-74EBEFORE DRIVING3-5WINDOWSRaise or lower the door windows by turningthe handle located on the door panel.Electric window controls (if equipped)

6870F-74EYou should take extreme care whenworking on your vehicle to preventaccidental injury. Here are a fewprecautions that you should beespecially

6970F-74EINSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE9-2A...Adjust. I...Inspect and correct or replace if necessary.T...Tighten to specified torque. C...Clean.

7070F-74EINSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE9-3Interval: This interval should be judgedFREE INSPECTIONSPERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE AT COSTby odometer reading

7170F-74EINSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE9-4Interval: This interval should be judgedFREE INSPECTIONSPERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE AT COSTby odometer reading

7270F-74EINSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE9-5Interval: This interval should be judgedFREE INSPECTIONSPERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE AT COSTby odometer reading

7370F-74E9-6• All maintenance should be carriedout with the ignition switch in the“OFF” position and the car parkedsecurely on the level ground unless

7470F-74EINSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE9-7ENGINE OIL AND FILTEROil Level CheckIt is important to keep the engine oil at thecorrect level for proper lubric

7570F-74EThe engine oil temperature may behigh enough to burn your fingerswhen the drain plug is loosened. Waituntil the drain plug is cool enough tot

7670F-74ETo tighten the oil filter properly, it isimportant to accurately identify theposition at which the filter gasket firstcontacts the mounting

7770F-74EGEAR OILGear oil level checkTo check the gear oil level, use thefollowing procedure:1) Park the vehicle on a level surface withthe parking br

1570F-74EBEFORE DRIVING3-6Since the electric windows consumesa large amount of electricity, the sameshould not be used excessively withengine in “OFF”

7870F-74EAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUIDTo check the fluid level:1) Park your vehicle on level ground.2) Apply the parking brake and then startthe engine

7970F-74E5) Add just enough specified fluid throughthe dipstick hole to fill the transmissionto the proper level. It takes only 0.35litres to raise th

8070F-74ECoolant ReplacementIf your radiator has a drain plug as shown,perform this job as follows. If not, trust thisjob to your MARUTI dealer as the

8170F-74EWINDSCREEN WASHER FLUIDThe air cleaner element should bereplaced every 40,000 km. Morefrequent replacement is necessarywhen you drive under d

8270F-74ESPARK PLUGS(15 N.m, 10.5 lb-ft). Do not allowcontaminants to enter the enginethrough the spark plug holes whenthe plugs are removed.• Never u

8370F-74EBRAKESengine must be running with theparking brake fully disengaged).Should the light come on,immediately ask your MARUTI dealerto inspect th

8470F-74EBrake PedalCheck if the brake pedal stops at theregular height without "spongy" feeling whenyou depress it. If not, have the brakes

8570F-74ESTEERINGCheck the play of the steering wheel bygently turning it from left to right andmeasuring the distance that it moves beforeyou feel sl

8670F-74E• Air pressures should be checkedwhen the tyres are cold or you mayget inaccurate readings.• Check the inflation pressure fromtime to time wh

8770F-74EReplacing the wheels and tyresequipped on your vehicle with certaincombinations of aftermarket wheelsand tyres can significantly change thest

1670F-74EOutside Rearview MirrorsAdjust the outside rearview mirrors (with thehelp of control lever, if equipped) so youcan just see the side of your

8870F-74EINSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE9-21To avoid harm to yourself or damageto your vehicle or battery, follow thejump starting instructions in theEMERG

8970F-74EINSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE9-22If the main fuse blows, be sure tohave your vehicle inspected by anauthorized MARUTI dealer. Always usea genuin

9070F-74EBULB REPLACEMENT• Light bulbs can be hot enough toburn your finger right after beingturned off. This is true especially forhalogen headlight

9170F-74EFront Clearance/Turn Signal Light, SideTurn Signal Light, rear CombinationLight, Registration Plate Light.To remove a bulb holder from a ligh

9270F-74EFront turn signal lightUndo the two screws and remove the lens.INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE9-2570F-07-053To remove a round bulb from a bulb hol

9370F-74EINSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE9-2670F-07-05672F-09-010ESide turn signal lightRemove the lens by using a plain screwdriver covered with a soft clo

9470F-74ERear fog light (if equipped)Detach the light housing by removing thenuts and remove the lens by undoing thescrews.High mount stop light (if e

9570F-74EINSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE9-2870F-07-06072F-09-008wwwww WARNINGNOTE:Some wiper blades may be different fromthe ones described here depending

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9770F-74EEMERGENCY SERVICE 10EMERGENCY SERVICEJacking Instructions...

1770F-74EAdjusting SeatbacksThe seatbacks can be adjusted to differentangles. To adjust the seatback angle, pullup the lever on the outboard side of t

9870F-74EJACKING INSTRUCTIONSDo not put the jack head on to thelateral rod, or the lateral rod will bedamaged.6) Continue to raise the jack slowly and

9970F-74E• Never get under the vehicle when itis supported by the jack.• Never run the engine when thevehicle is supported by the jack andnever allow

10070F-74E• To avoid harm to yourself ordamage to your vehicle or battery,follow the jump starting instructionsbelow precisely and in order. If youare

10170F-74ETOWINGIf you need to have your vehicle towed,contact a professional service.To help avoid damage to your vehicleduring towing, proper equipm

10270F-74EIf the temperature indication does not comedown to within the normal, acceptablerange:1) Turn off the engine and check that thewater pump be

10370F-74EBODY WORK CARE 11BODY WORK CARECorrosion Prevention ...

10470F-74ECORROSION PREVENTIONaccelerated rate of corrosion to parts ofthe vehicle which are not well ventilatedto permit quick drying.This informatio

10570F-74EStore your vehicle in a dry, well-ventilated area.Do not park your vehicle in a damp, poorlyventilated area. If you often wash yourvehicle i

10670F-74ECleaning the ExteriorIt is important that your vehicle bekept clean and free from dirt. Failureto keep your vehicle clean may resultin fadin

10770F-74EGENERAL INFORMATION 12GENERAL INFORMATIONVehicle Identification ...................