1999 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA section 6E2

Table of Contents
GENERAL INFORMATION TRANSMISSION, CLUTCH AND
DIFFERENTIAL0A7A1
General Information0A
0B7B1
Maintenance and Lubrication0B
Manual Transmission7A1
7C1
HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING
Automatic Transmission7B1
1A7D
Heater and Ventilation1A
Clutch7C1
1B7E
Air Conditioning1B
Transfer7D7F
STEERING, SUSPENSION, WHEELS
AND TIRESDifferential (Front)7E
3
Differential (Rear)7F
3A8
Steering, Suspension, Wheels and Tires3 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM3B18A
Front End Alignment3A
Electrical System8
3C18B
Power Steering (P/S) System3B1
Wiring Diagram8A3D8C
Air Bag Steering Wheel and Column3C1
Lightening System8B3E8D
Front Suspension3D
Instrumentation / Driver Information8C
3F8E
Rear Suspension3E
Windows, Mirrors, Security and Lock8D
8G
Wheels and Tires3F
Cruise Control System8E
4A2
DRIVE SHAFT AND PROPELLER SHAFT
Immobilizer control system (if equipped)8G4B9
Front Drive Shaft / Shaft Bearing,
Oil Seal4A2BODY SERVICE
Body Service9
510
Propeller Shaft4B RESTRAINT SYSTEM
5A10A
BRAKE SYSTEM
Restraint System10
5B10B
Brakes5
Seat Belt10A
5C
Brake Pipe / Hose / Master Cylinder5A
Air Bag System10B
5E2
Front Brake5B
Parking and Rear Brake5C
6-1
Antilock Brake System (ABS)5E2
6A2
ENGINE
6B
General Information and
Diagnosis (H27 Engine)6-1
6C
6E2
Engine Mechanical (H27 Engine)6A2
6F2
Engine Cooling6B
6G
Engine Fuel6C
6H
Engine and Emission Control System
(SFI For H27 Engine)6E2
6K
Ignition System (H27 Engines)6F2
Cranking System6G
Charging System6H
Exhaust System6K
NOTE:
For the screen toned Sections in the above table, refer to the same section of the Related Manuals
mentioned in FOREWORD of this manual.

ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSIS (H27 ENGINE) 6-1-13
STEP 2. DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC)/FREEZE FRAME DATA CHECK
First, check DTC, referring to “DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHECK” in this section. If DTC is indicated,
record DTC and freeze frame data.
After that clear DTC referring to “DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CLEARANCE” in this section. DTC indicates
malfunction that occurred in the system but does not indicate whether it exists now or it occurred in the past and
the normal condition has been restored now. To check which case applies, check the symptom in question
according to Step 5 and recheck DTC according to Step 6, 7.
Attempt to diagnose a trouble based on DTC in this step only or failure to clear the DTC (including pending DTC)
in this step will lead to incorrect diagnosis, trouble diagnosis of a normal circuit or difficulty in troubleshooting.
STEP 3. and 4. VISUAL INSPECTION
Be sure to perform visual check of the following items that support proper function of the engine.
STEP 5. TROUBLE SYMPTOM CONFIRMATION
Based on information obtained in Step 1 “CUSTOMER COMPLAINT ANALYSIS” and Step 2 “DTC/FREEZE
FRAME DATA CHECK”, confirm trouble symptoms. Also, reconfirm DTC according to “DTC CONFIRMATION
PROCEDURE” described in each “DTC FLOW TABLE”.NOTE:
For A/T vehicle, if only DTC P0705, P0715, P0720, P0741, P0743, P0751, P0753, P0756, P0758, or P1875
is indicated in this step, proceed to “DIAGNOSIS” in SECTION 7B1.
INSPECTION ITEM REFERRING SECTION
• Engine oil - - - - - level, leakage
• Engine coolant - - - - - level, leakage
• Fuel - - - - - level, leakage
• A/T fluid - - - - - level, leakage
• Air cleaner element - - - - - dirt, clogging
• Battery - - - - - fluid level, corrosion of terminal
• Water pump belt and/or cooling fan belt - - - - - tension, damage
• Accelerator cable - - - - - play, installation
• A/T throttle cable - - - - - play, installation
• Vacuum hoses of air intake system
- - - - - disconnection, looseness, deterioration, bend
• Connectors of electric wire harness - - - - - disconnection, friction
• Fuses - - - - - burning
• Parts - - - - - installation, bolt - - - - - looseness
• Parts - - - - - deformation
• Other parts that can be checked visually
• Also check following items at engine start, if possible
– Malfunction indicator lamp - - - - - operation
– Charge warning lamp - - - - - operation
– Engine oil pressure warning lamp - - - - - operation
– Engine coolant temp. meter - - - - - operation
– Fuel lever meter - - - - - operation
– Abnormal air being inhaled from air intake system
– Exhaust system - - - - - leakage of exhaust gas, noise
– Other parts that can be checked visuallySECTION 0B
SECTION 0B
SECTION 0B
SECTION 0B
SECTION 0B
SECTION 0B
SECTION 6C
SECTION 6E2
SECTION 6E2
SECTION 6A2
SECTION 8
SECTION 6-1
SECTION 6H
SECTION 8/6A2
SECTION 8
SECTION 8

6-1-14 ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSIS (H27 ENGINE)
STEP 6. AND 7. RECHECKING AND RECORD OF DTC
Refer to “DTC Check” in this section for checking procedure.
STEP 8. ENGINE BASIC INSPECTION AND ENGINE DIAGNOSIS TABLE
Perform basic engine check according to the “ENGINE BASIC INSPECTION FLOW TABLE” first. When the end
of the flow table has been reached, check the parts of the system suspected as a possible cause referring to
“ENGINE DIAGNOSIS TABLE” and based on symptoms appearing on the vehicle (symptoms obtained through
steps of customer complaint analysis, trouble symptom confirmation and/or basic engine check) and repair or
replace faulty parts, if any.
Engine Basic Inspection Flow Table
Step Action Yes No
1 Was “ENGINE DIAG. FLOW TABLE” per-
formed?Go to Step 2. Go to “ENGINE DIAG.
FLOW TABLE” in this
section.
2 Check battery voltage.
Is it 11 V or more?Go to Step 3. Charge or replace battery.
3 Is engine cranked? Go to Step 4. Go to “DIAGNOSIS” in
Section 6H.
4 Does engine start? Go to Step 5. Go to Step 7.
5 Check engine idle speed/IAC duty referring to
“IDLE SPEED/IAC DUTY INSPECTION” in
Section 6E2.
Is check result as specified?Go to Step 6. Go to “ENGINE DIAGNO-
SIS TABLE” in this sec-
tion.
6 Check ignition timing referring to “IGNITION
TIMING INSPECTION” in Section 6F2.
Is check result as specified?Go to “ENGINE DIAGNO-
SIS TABLE” in this sec-
tion.Adjust ignition timing.
7 Check fuel supply as follows :
1) Check to make sure that enough fuel is
filled in fuel tank.
2) Turn ON ignition switch for 3 seconds and
then OFF.
Repeat this a few times.
Is fuel return pressure (returning sounds) felt
from fuel return hose when ignition switch is
turned ON?Go to Step 9. Go to Step 8.
8 Check fuel pump for operating.
1) Was fuel pump operating sound heard from
fuel filler for about 3 seconds after ignition
switch ON and stop?Go to “DIAG. FLOW
TABLE B-3” in this sec-
tion.Go to “DIAG. FLOW
TABLE B-1” in this sec-
tion.
9 Check ignition spark referring to “IGNITION
SPARK TEST” in Section 6E2.
Is it in good condition?Go to Step 10. Go to “DIAGNOSIS” in
Section 6F2.
10 Check fuel injector referring to “Fuel INJECTOR
INSPECTION” in Section 6E2.
Is it in good condition?Go to “ENGINE DIAGNO-
SIS TABLE” in this sec-
tion.Go to “DIAG. FLOW
TABLE B-2” in this sec-
tion.

ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSIS (H27 ENGINE) 6-1-31
Engine Diagnosis Table
Perform troubleshooting referring to following table when ECM (PCM) has detected no DTC and no abnormality
has been found in visual inspection and engine basic inspection previously.
Condition Possible Cause Correction
Hard starting
(Engine cranks OK)Faulty idle air control system “DIAG. FLOW TABLE B-4” in this
section.
Faulty ECT sensor or MAF sensor ECT sensor or MAF sensor in Sec-
tion 6E2.
Faulty ECM (PCM) Inspection of ECM (PCM) and its
circuit in this section.
Low compression Compression check in Section
6A2.
Faulty hydraulic valve lash adjuster Valve lash adjuster in Section 6A2.
Compression leak from valve seat Valves inspection in Section 6A2.
Sticky valve stem Valves inspection in Section 6A2.
Weak or damaged valve springs Valves spring inspection in Section
6A2.
Compression leak at cylinder head gasket Cylinder head inspection in Section
6A2.
Sticking or damaged piston ring Piston ring inspection in Section
6A2.
Worn piston, ring or cylinder Cylinders, pistons and piston rings
inspection in Section 6A2.
Malfunctioning PCV valve PCV system inspection in Section
6E2.
Engine has no power
Engine overheating Refer to “OVERHEATING” in this
table.
Defective spark plug Spark plugs in Section 6F2.
Faulty ignition coil with ignitor Ignition coil in Section 6F2.
Fuel pressure out of specification
(dirty fuel filter, dirty or clogged fuel hose or
pipe, malfunctioning fuel pressure regulator,
malfunctioning fuel pump)“DIAG. FLOW TABLE B-3” in this
section.
Maladjusted TP sensor installation angle TP sensor in Section 6E2.
Faulty EGR system “DTC P0400 DIAG. FLOW TABLE”
in this section.
Faulty injector Fuel injector in Section 6E2.
Faulty TP sensor, ECT sensor or MAF sensor TP sensor, ECT sensor or MAF
sensor in Section 6E2.
Faulty ECM (PCM) Inspection of ECM (PCM) and its
circuit in this section.
Low compression Refer to the same item in “HARD
STARTING” of this table.
Dragging brakes Diagnosis in Section 5.
Slipping clutch Diagnosis in Section 7C1.

6-1-32 ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSIS (H27 ENGINE)
Improper engine idling
or engine fails to idleFaulty spark plug Spark plugs in Section 6F2.
Faulty ignition coil with ignitor Ignition coil in Section 6F2.
Fuel pressure out of specification “DIAG. FLOW TABLE B-3” in this
section.
Engine overheating Refer to “OVERHEATING” in this
table.
Maladjusted TP sensor installation angle if
adjustableTP sensor in Section 6E2.
Faulty idle air control system “DIAG. FLOW TABLE B-4” in this
section.
Faulty FIA (fast idle air) valve FIA valve in Section 6E2.
Faulty evaporative emission control system EVAP control system in Section
6E2.
Faulty EGR system “DTC P0400 DIAG. FLOW TABLE”
in this section.
Faulty injector Fuel injection in Section 6E2.
Faulty ECT sensor, TP sensor or MAF sensor ECT sensor, TP sensor or MAF
sensor in Section 6E2.
Faulty ECM (PCM) Inspection of ECM (PCM) and its
circuit in this section.
Low compression Refer to the same item in “HARD
STARTING” of this table.
Malfunctioning PCV valve PCV system inspection in Section
6E2.
Engine hesitates
(Momentary lack of
response as the accel-
erator is depressed.
Can occur at all vehi-
cle speeds.
Usually most severe
when first trying to
make the vehicle
move, as from a stop
sign.)Spark plug faulty or plug gap as out of adjust-
mentSpark plugs in Section 6F2.
Fuel pressure out of specification
(clogged fuel filter, faulty fuel pressure regula-
tor, clogged fuel filter, hose or pipe)“DIAG. FLOW TABLE B-3” in this
section.
Engine overheating Refer to “OVERHEATING” in this
table.
Faulty EGR system “DTC P0400 DIAG. FLOW TABLE”
in this section.
Faulty injector Fuel injector in Section 6E2.
Faulty TP sensor, ECT sensor or MAF sensor TP sensor, ECT sensor or MAF
sensor in Section 6E2.
Faulty ECM (PCM) Inspection of ECM (PCM) and its
circuit in this section.
Low compression Refer to the same item in “HARD
STARTING” of this table. Condition Possible Cause Correction

ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSIS (H27 ENGINE) 6-1-33
Surges
(Engine power varia-
tion under steady
throttle or cruise.
Feels like the vehicle
speeds up and down
with no change in the
accelerator pedal.)Defective spark plug
(excess carbon deposits, improper gap, and
burned electrodes, etc.)Spark plugs in Section 6F2.
Variable fuel pressure
(clogged fuel filter, kinky or damaged fuel hose
and line, faulty fuel pressure regulator)“DIAG. FLOW TABLE B-3” in this
section.
Faulty EGR system “DTC P0400 DIAG. FLOW TABLE”
in this section.
Faulty MAF sensor MAF sensor in Section 6E2.
Faulty injector Fuel injector in Section 6E2.
Faulty ECM (PCM) Inspection of ECM (PCM) and its
circuit in this section.
Excessive detonation
(The engine makes
sharp metallic knocks
that change with throt-
tle opening. Sounds
like pop corn pop-
ping.)Engine overheating Refer to “OVERHEATING” in this
table.
Faulty spark plug Spark plugs in Section 6F2.
Improper ignition timing Ignition timing in Section 6F2.
Clogged fuel filter and fuel lines Fuel pressure check in Section
6E2.
Faulty EGR system “DTC P0400 DIAG. FLOW TABLE”
in this section.
Faulty ECT sensor or MAF sensor ECT sensor or MAF sensor in Sec-
tion 6E2.
Faulty injector Fuel injector in Section 6E2.
Faulty ECM (PCM) Inspection of ECM (PCM) and its
circuit in this section.
Excessive carbon deposits in combustion
chamberPiston and cylinder head cleaning
in Section 6A2.
Poor knock sensor performance “DTC P0325 DIAG. FLOW TABLE”
in this section.
Overheating
Inoperative thermostat Thermostat in Section 6B.
Poor water pump performance Water pump in Section 6B.
Clogged or leaky radiator Radiator in Section 6B.
Improper engine oil grade Engine oil and oil filter change in
Section 0B.
Clogged oil filter or oil strainer Oil pressure check in Section 6A2.
Poor oil pump performance Oil pressure check in Section 6A2.
Dragging brakes Diagnosis in Section 5.
Slipping clutch Diagnosis in Section 7C1.
Blown cylinder head gasket Cylinder head inspection in Section
6A2. Condition Possible Cause Correction

6-1-34 ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSIS (H27 ENGINE)
Poor gasoline mileage
Faulty spark plug (improper gap, heavy depos-
its, and burned electrodes, etc.)Spark plugs in Section 6F2.
Fuel pressure out of specification “DIAG. FLOW TABLE B-3” in this
section.
Faulty TP sensor, ECT sensor or MAF sensor TP sensor, ECT sensor or MAF
sensor in Section 6E2.
Faulty EGR system “DTC P0400 DIAG. FLOW TABLE”
in this section.
Faulty injector Fuel injector in Section 6E2.
Faulty ECM (PCM) Inspection of ECM (PCM) and its
circuit in this section.
Low compression Refer to the same item in “HARD
STARTING” of this table.
Poor valve seating Valves inspection in Section 6A2.
Dragging brakes Diagnosis in Section 5.
Slipping clutch Diagnosis in Section 7C1.
Thermostat out of order Thermostat in Section 6B.
Improper tire pressure Diagnosis in Section 3.
Excessive engine oil
consumptionSticky piston ring Piston cleaning in Section 6A2.
Worn piston and cylinder Cylinders, pistons and piston rings
inspection in Section 6A2.
Worn piston ring groove and ring Pistons and piston rings inspection
in Section 6A2.
Improper location of piston ring gap Pistons installation in Section 6A2.
Worn or damaged valve stem seal Valves and cylinder head in Sec-
tion 6A2.
Worn valve stem Valves inspection in Section 6A2.
Low oil pressure
Improper oil viscosity Engine oil and oil filter change in
Section 0B.
Malfunctioning oil pressure switch Oil pressure switch inspection in
Section 8.
Clogged oil strainer Oil pan and oil pump strainer clean-
ing in Section 6A2.
Functional deterioration of oil pump Oil pump in Section 6A2.
Worn oil pump relief valve Oil pump in Section 6A2.
Excessive clearance in various sliding parts “INSPECTION” for each parts in
Section 6A2. Condition Possible Cause Correction

ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSIS (H27 ENGINE) 6-1-47
INSPECTION
Step Action Yes No
1 Main relay operating sound check :
Is operating sound of main relay heard at igni-
tion switch ON?Go to Step 5. Go to Step 2.
2 Fuse check :
Is main “FI” fuse in good condition?Go to Step 3. Check for short in circuits
connected to this fuse.
3 Main relay check :
1) Turn OFF ignition switch and remove main
relay.
2) Check for proper connection to main relay
at terminal 3 and 4.
3) If OK, check main relay for resistance and
operation referring to “MAIN RELAY
INSPECTION” in Section 6E2.
Is check result satisfactory?Go to Step 4. Replace main relay.
4 ECM (PCM) power circuit check :
1) Turn OFF ignition switch, disconnect con-
nectors from ECM (PCM) and install main
relay.
2) Check for proper connection to ECM (PCM)
at terminals C51-3-20, E61-9, C51-3-15 and
C51-3-4.
3) If OK, then measure voltage between termi-
nal C51-3-20 and ground, E61-9 and
ground with ignition switch ON.
Is each voltage 10 – 14 V?Go to Step 5. “BLK/WHT”, “BLU” or
“BLK/RED” circuit open.
5 ECM power circuit check :
1) Using service wire, ground terminal E61-9
and measure voltage between terminal
C51-3-15 and ground at ignition switch ON.
Is it 10 – 14 V?Check ground circuits
“BLK/GRN” and “BLK/
ORN” for open.
If OK, then substitute a
known-good ECM (PCM)
and recheck.Go to Step 6.
6 Is operating sound of main relay heard in Step
1?Go to Step 7. “BLK/RED” or “BLU/BLK”
wire open.
7 Main relay check :
1) Check main relay according to procedure in
Step 3.
Is main relay in good condition?“BLK/RED” or “BLU/BLK”
wire open.Replace main relay.