1999 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA spark

0B-2 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule under Normal Driving Conditions
NOTE:
 This interval should be judged by odometer reading or months, whichever comes first.
 This table includes service 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.
IntervalKm (× 1,000) 15 30 45 60 75 90
Miles (× 1,000) 9 18 27 36 45 54
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72
ENGINE
1-1. Drive belt V-rib belt (Flat type)––I––R
1-4. Engine oil and oil filter R R R R R R
1-5. Engine coolant––R––R
1-6. Exhaust system–I–I–I
IGNITION SYSTEM
2-1. Spark plugs When
unleaded
fuel is usedVehicle without
HO2SNickel plug –R–R–R
Iridium plug–––R––
Vehicle with
HO2SNickel plug ––R––R
Iridium plug Replace every 105,000 km or
63,000 miles
When leaded fuel is used, refer to “MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDED UNDER
SERVER DRIVING CONDITIONS” in this section.
FUEL SYSTEM
3-1. Air cleaner filter I I R I I R
3-2. Fuel lines and connections–I–I–I
3-3. Fuel filter Replace every 105,000 km or
63,000 miles
3-4. Fuel tank––I––I
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
4-1. Crankcase ventilation hoses and connections (Vehicle without
HO2S)––I––I
4-2. PCV valve Vehicle without HO2S––I––I
Vehicle with HO2S–––––I
4-3. Fuel evaporative emission con-
trol systemVehicle without HO2S–I–I–I
Vehicle with HO2S–––––I
NOTE:
 “R”: Replace or change
 “I”: Inspect and correct, replace or lubricate if necessary
 For Sweden, item 2-1, 4-2 and 4-3 should be performed by odometer reading only.
 For Item 2-1. Nickel spark plugs, replace every 50,000 km if the local law requires.
 Nickel spark plug: BKR6E-11 or K20PR-U11
 Iridium spark plug: IFR5J11 or SK16PR11

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 cold weather
B: Driving on rough and/or muddy roads F: Leaded fuel use
C: Driving on dusty roads G: – – – – – –
– –
D: Driving in extremely cold weather
and/or salted roadsH: Trailer towing (if admitted)
Severe
Condition CodeMaintenanceMaintenance
OperationMaintenance Interval
– B CD – – –ITEM 1-1
Drive belt (V-rib belt)IEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12 months
REvery 45,000 km
(27,000 miles) or 36 months
A – CDEF – 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
– – C – – – – – ITEM 3-1
Air cleaner filter *1IEvery 2,500 km
(1,5000 miles)
REvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) or 24 months
ABC–EF–HITEM 2-1
Spark plugsNickel plug REvery 10,000 km
(6,000 miles) or 8 months
Iridium plug REvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) or 24 months
– B – D E – – HITEM 6-9
Propeller shafts and drive shafts IEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12 months
– B – – E – – HITEM 6-10, 6-12, 6-13
Manual transmission,
transfer and differential oilREvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) or 24 months
– B – – E – – HITEM 6-11
Automatic transmission fluid REvery 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
(if equipped)IEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12 months
REvery 45,000 km
(27,000 miles) or 36 months
NOTE:
“I”: Inspect and correct, replace or lubricate if necessary
”R”: Replace or change
”T”: 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.

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) 6-1-35
Engine noise
(Note : Before check-
ing the mechanical
noise, make sure the
followings : Ignition
timing is properly
adjusted, Specified
spark plug is used,
Specified fuel is used.)Faulty hydraulic valve lash adjuster Hydraulic valve lash adjuster in
Section 6A2.
Worn valve stem and guide Valves inspection in Section 6A2.
Weak or broken valve spring Valve springs inspection in Section
6A2.
Warped or bent valve Valves inspection in Section 6A2.
Loose camshaft housing bolts Camshafts in Section 6A2.
Worn piston, ring and cylinder bore Pistons and cylinders inspection in
Section 6A2.
Worn crankpin bearing Crankpin and connecting rod bear-
ing inspection in Section 6A2.
Worn crankpin Crankpin and connecting rod bear-
ing inspection in Section 6A2.
Loose connecting rod nuts Connecting rod installation in Sec-
tion 6A2.
Low oil pressure Refer to “LOW OIL PRESSURE” of
this table.
Worn crankshaft journal bearing Crankshaft and bearing inspection
in Section 6A2.
Worn crankshaft journal Crankshaft and bearing inspection
in Section 6A2.
Loose lower crankcase (bearing cap) bolts Crankshaft installation in Section
6A2.
Excessive crankshaft thrust play Crankshaft inspection in Section
6A2. Condition Possible Cause Correction