1998 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA transmission fluid

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GENERAL INFORMATION 0A-21
A
ABS : Anti-lock Brake System
ATDC : After Top Dead Center
API : American Petroleum Institute
ATF : Automatic Transmission Fluid
ALR : Automatic Locking Retractor
AC : Alternating Current
A / T : Automatic Transmission
A / C : Air Conditioning
ABDC : After Bottom Dead Center
A / F : Air Fuel Mixture Ratio
A-ELR : Automatic-Emergency
Locking Retractor
B
B+ : Battery Positive Voltage
BTDC : Before Top Dead Center
BBDC : Before Bottom Dead Center
C
CKT : Circuit
CMP Sensor : Camshaft Position Sensor
(Crank Angle Sensor, CAS)
CO : Carbon Monoxide
CPP Switch : Clutch Pedal Position Switch
(Clutch Switch, Clutch Start
Switch)
CPU : Central Processing Unit
CRS : Child Restraint System
D
DC : Direct Current
DLC : Data Link Connector
(Assembly Line Diag. Link,
ALDL, Serial Data Link, SDL)
DOHC : Double Over Head Camshaft
DOJ : Double Offset Joint
DRL : Daytime Running Light
DTC : Diagnostic Trouble Code
(Diagnostic Code)
E
EBCM : Electronic Brake Control
Module, ABS Control
Module
EBD : Electric Brake force Distribution
ECM : Engine Control Module
ECT Sensor : Engine Coolant Temperature
Sensor (Water Temp.
Sensor, WTS)
EGR : Exhaust Gas Recirculation
EGRT Sensor : EGR Temperature Sensor
(Recirculated Exhaust Gas
Temp. Sensor, REGTS)
EFE Heater : Early Fuel Evaporation
Heater (Positive Temperature
Coefficient, PTC Heater)
ELR : Emergency Locking Retractor
EPS : Electronic Power Steering
EVAP : Evaporative Emission
EVAP Canister : Evaporative Emission
Canister (Charcoal Canister)
F
4WD : 4 Wheel Drive
G
GEN : Generator
GND : Ground
H
HC : Hydrocarbons
HO2S : Heated Oxygen Sensor
I
IAC Valve : Idle Air Control Valve (Idle
Speed Control Solenoid
Valve, ISC Solenoid Valve)
IAT Sensor : Intake Air Temperature
Sensor (Air temperature
Sensor, ATS)
ICM : Immobilizer Control Module
IG : Ignition
ISC Actuator : Idle Speed Control Actuator
(Motor)
ABBREVIATIONS MAY BE USED IN THIS MANUAL

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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 0B-3
Interval:
This interval should be
judged by
This table includes services as scheduled up to 90,000 km
(54,000 miles) mileage. Beyond 90,000 km (54,000 miles), carry
out the same services at the same intervals respectively.
This interval should be judged by
odometer reading or months,Km (x 1,000)153045607590g
whichever comes first.Miles (x 1,000)91827364554
Months122436486072
CHASSIS AND BODY
6-1. Clutch (pedal and fluid level)±I±I±I
6-2.Brake discs and pads (thickness, wear, damage)IIIIII
Brake drums and shoes (wear, damage) ±I±I±I
6-3. Brake hoses and pipes (leakage, damage, clamp)±I±I±I
6-4. Brake fluid±R±R±R
6-5. Brake lever and cable (damage, stroke, operation)Inspect at first 15,000 km (9,000 miles)
only
6-6. Tires (wear, damage, rotation)IIIIII
6-7. Wheel discs (damage)IIIIII
6-8. Suspension system (tighteness, damage, rattle, breakage)±I±I±I
6-9. Propeller shafts and drive shafts±±I±±I
6-10. Manual transmission oil (leakage, level)
(I: 1st 15,000 km only)I±R±±R
6-11. Automatic transmissionFluid level±I±I±I
Fluid changeReplace every 165,000 km
(99,000 miles)
Fluid hose±±±R±±
6-12. Transfer oil (leakage, level)I±I±I±
6-13. Differential oil (leakage, level) (R: 1st 15,000 km only)R or I±I±I±
6-14. Steering system (tighteness, damage, breakage, rattle)±I±I±I
6-15. Power steering (if equipped)IIIIII
6-16. All latches, hinges and locks±I±I±I
6-17. Air conditioning filter (if equipped)±IR±IR
NOTES:
ªRº : Replace or change
ªIº : Inspect and correct, replace or lubricate if necessary

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0B-4 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDED UNDER SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS
If the vehicle is usually used under the conditions corresponding to any severe condition code given below, it is
recommended that applicable maintenance operation be performed at the particular interval as given in the chart
below.
Severe condition code
A ± Repeated short trips E ± Repeated short trips in extremely
B ± Driving on rough and / or muddy roads cold weather
C ± Driving on dusty roads F ± Leaded fuel use
D ± Driving in extremely cold weather G ± ± ± ± ± ± ± ± ±
and / or salted roads H ± Trailer towing (if admitted)
Severe
Condition Code
MaintenanceMaintenance
OperationMaintenance Interval
BCDITEM 1-1IEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12 months
± B C D ± ± ± ±Drive belt (V-rib belt)REvery 45,000 km
(27,000 miles) or 36 months
A ± C D E F ± HITEM 1-4
Engine oil and oil filterREvery 5,000 km
(3,000 miles) or 4 months
± B ± ± ± ± ± ±ITEM 1-6
Exhaust pipe mountingsIEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12 months
CITEM 3-1IEvery 2,500 km
(1,500 miles)
± ± C ± ± ± ± ±Air cleaner filter*1REvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) or 24 months
ABC EF HITEM 2-1Nickel plugREvery 10,000 km
(6,000 miles) or 8 months
A B C ± E F ± HSpark plugsIridium plugREvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) or 24 months
± B ± D E ± ± HITEM 6-9
Propeller shafts and drive shaftsIEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12 months
± B ± ± E ± ± H
ITEM 6-10, 6-12, 6-13
Manual transmission,
transfer and differential oil
REvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) or 24 months
± B ± ± E ± ± HITEM 6-11
Automatic transmission fluidREvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) or 24 months
± B ± ± ± ± ± ±ITEM 6-8
Suspension bolts and nutsTEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12 months
± B C D ± ± ± HITEM 6-7
Wheel bearingIEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12 months
CD
ITEM 6-17
Air conditioning filter*2
IEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12 months
± ± C D ± ± ± ±Air conditioning filter 2
(if equipped)REvery 45,000 km
(27,000 miles) or 36 months
NOTES:
ªIº : Inspect and correct, replace or lubricate if necessary
ªRº : Replace or change
ªTº : Tighten to the specified torque
*1 : Inspect or replace more frequently if necessary.
*2 : Clean or replace more frequently if the air from the air conditioning decreases.

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1. Drain plug (Apply sealant)
2. Reverse idle gear shaft bolt (DO NOT LOOSEN IT)
3. Filler / level plug (Apply sealant)
1. Drain plug
2. Filler / level plug
Type 1
Type 2
1. Level gauge
2. FULL HOT mark
3. LOW HOT mark
4. FULL COLD mark
5. LOW COLD mark
0B-20 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
ITEM 6-10
Manual Transmission Oil Inspection and Change
Inspection
1) Inspect transmission case for evidence of oil leakage.
Repair leaky point if any.
2) Make sure that vehicle is placed level for oil level check.
3) Remove level plug of transmission.
4) Check oil level.
Oil level can be checked roughly by means of level plug hole.
That is, if oil flows out of level plug hole or if oil level is found up
to hole when level plug is removed, oil is properly filled.
If oil is found insufficient, pour specified amount of specified oil.
5) Tighten level plug to specified torque.
Refer to Section 7A or 7A1 for installation and tightening torque.
Change
Change transmission oil with new specified oil referring to Section
7A or 7A1.
ITEM 6-11
Automatic Transmission Fluid Inspection and Change
Inspection
1) Inspect transmission case for evidence of fluid leakage.
Repair leaky point, if any.
2) Make sure that vehicle is placed level for fluid level check.
3) Check fluid level.
For fluid level checking procedure, refer to On-vehicle service in
Section 7B1 and be sure to perform it under specified conditions.
If fluid level is low, replenish specified fluid.

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1. Drain plug
Transfer
Front differential
Rear differential
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2
MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 0B-21
Change
1) Inspect transmission case for evidence of fluid leakage.
Repair leaky point, if any.
2) Make sure that vehicle is placed level for fluid level check.
3) Change fluid. For its procedure, refer to On-vehicle service in
Section 7B1.
Fluid cooler hose change
Replace inlet and outlet hoses of cooler hose and their clamps.
For replacement procedure, refer to On-vehicle service in Section
7B1.
ITEM 6-12 and 6-13
Transfer and Differential Oil Inspection and Change
Inspection
1) Check transfer case and differential for evidence of oil leakage.
Repair leaky point if any.
2) Make sure that vehicle is placed level for oil level check.
3) Remove level plug of transfer or differentials (front and rear) and
check oil level.
Oil level can be checked roughly by means of level plug hole.
That is, if oil flows out of level plug hole or if oil level is found up
to hole when level plug is removed, oil is properly filled.
If oil is found insufficient, pour specified amount of specified oil
referring to Section 7D, 7B or 7F.
4) Tighten level plug to specified torque.
Refer to Section 7D, 7E or 7F for tightening torque.
Change
Change transfer oil or differentials oil with new specified oil referring
to Section 7D, 7E and 7F respectively.

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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 0B-25
Steering

Check to ensure that steering wheel is free from in-
stability, or abnormally heavy feeling.

Check that the vehicle does not wander or pull to
one side.
Engine

Check that engine responds readily at all speeds.

Check that engine is free from abnormal noise and
abnormal vibration.
Body, Wheels and Power Transmitting System
Check that body, wheels and power transmitting sys-
tem are free from abnormal noise and abnormal
vibration or any other abnormal condition.
Meters and Gauge
Check that speedometer, odometer, fuel meter, tem-
perature gauge, etc. are operating accurately.
Lights
Check that all lights operate properly.
Windshield Defroster
Periodically check that air comes out from defroster
outlet when operating heater or air conditioning.
Set fan switch lever to ªHIº position for this check.
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
Engine oilSG, SH or SJ (Refer to engine oil viscosity chart in item 1-4)
Engine coolant (Ethylene glycol
base coolant)ªAntifreeze / Anticorrosion coolantº
Brake fluidDOT 3
Manual transmission oilRefer to Section 7A or 7A1Transfer oilRefer to Section 7A or 7A1.
Differential oil (front & rear)Refer to Section 7E or 7F.
Automatic transmission fluid and
Power steering fluidRefer to Section 3B1 or 7B1.
Door hingesEngine oil or water resistance chassis greaseHood latch assemblyEngine oil or water resistance chassis grease
Key lock cylinderSpray lubricant

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3B1-12 POWER STEERING (P / S) SYSTEM
TIE-ROD END BOOT CHECK
Check boot for crack and damage and if any, replace it with a new
one.
AIR BLEEDING PROCEDURE
1) Hoist the front end of vehicle and apply safety stands.
2) Fill P / S fluid reservoir with fluid up to specified level.
NOTE:
Before starting engine, place transmission gear shift lever
in ªNeutralº (shift selector lever to ªPº range for A / T mod-
el), and set parking brake.
3) After running engine at idling speed for 3 to 5 seconds, stop it
and add fluid to satisfy specification.
4) With engine stopped, turn steering wheel to the right and left as
far as it stops, repeat it a few times and fill fluid to specified level.
5) With engine running at idling speed, repeat stop-to-stop turn of
steering wheel till all foams in P / S fluid reservoir are gone.
NOTE:
Make sure to bleed air completely. If air remains in fluid, P / S
pump may make humming noise or steering wheel may feel
heavy.
6) Finally check to make sure that fluid is filled to specified level.

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7B1-2 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (4 A / T)
DTC P0753 Shift Solenoid-A (#1)
Electrical 7B1-50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DTC P0758 Shift Solenoid-B (#2)
Electrical 7B1-50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DTC P1875 4WD Low Switch Circuit
Malfunction 7B1-52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Line Pressure Test 7B1-54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stall Test 7B1-55. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Road Test 7B1-56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual Road Test 7B1-57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Time Lag Test 7B1-57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Brake Test 7B1-58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ªPº Range Test 7B1-58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE7B1-59 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MAINTENANCE SERVICE 7B1-59. . . . . . . . . . . .
Fluid Level 7B1-59. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fluid Change 7B1-60. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil Cooler Hoses 7B1-61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
A / T THROTTLE CABLE 7B1-61. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MANUAL SELECTOR ASSEMBLY 7B1-62. . . . .
SELECT CABLE 7B1-63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH 7B1-64. . . . .
A
/
T OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR 7B1-64. . . . . . . .
O / D CUT SWITCH 7B1-64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SOLENOID VALVES 7B1-64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR 7B1-66. . . . . . .
POWER / NORMAL CHANGE SWITCH 7B1-66. .
OIL COOLER PIPES 7B1-67. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BRAKE INTERLOCK SYSTEM 7B1-68. . . . . . . . .
Shift Lock Solenoid Control 7B1-68. . . . . . . . . .
Shift Lock Solenoid Control Operations 7B1-68
Shift Lock (Solenoid) Manual Release 7B1-69.
System Inspection 7B1-69. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
KEY INTERLOCK CABLE 7B1-71. . . . . . . . . . . . .
DISMOUNTING OF TRANSMISSION
(WITH TRANSFER IF EQUIPPED) 7B1-74. . . .
REMOUNTING 7B1-77. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNIT REPAIR7B1-78 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TIGHTENING TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS7B1-78 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
REQUIRED SERVICE MATERIALS7B1-79 . . . . . .
SPECIAL TOOLS7B1-79 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .