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1. Steering column
2. Mounting bolt
3. Steering column lower seal
4. Dash panel
1. Steering column lower seal
In engine room
In cabin
3C-8 STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN
4) Check steering column lower seal for breakage or deformation.
If found defective, replace.
5) Check steering shaft joints and shaft for any damages such as
crack, breakage, malfunction or excessive play.
If anything is found faulty, replace as steering lower shaft assem-
bly or steering column assembly.
6) Check steering shaft for smooth rotation.
If found defective, replace as column assembly.
7) Check steering shaft and column for bend, cracks or deforma-
tion.
If found defective, replace as column assembly.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
After tightening steering column mounting bolts, steering
shaft joint bolts should be tightened.
After tightening steering column lower bolts, steering col-
umn upper bolts should be tightened.
1) Be sure that front wheels and steering wheel are in straight-
ahead position.
2) If equipped with shift (key) interlock cable, install shift (key) inter-
lock cable to ignition switch.
3) Install steering column assembly to dash panel and upper
bracket so that boss of steering column lower seal and all around
it project out of hole in dash panel into engine room. Tighten
steering column lower bolts (4 pieces) first and then upper bolts
(2 pieces) to specified torque.
Tightening Torque
(a): 23 N
.m (2.3 kg-m, 17.0 lb-ft)
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1. Steering column
2. Mounting bolt
3. Steering column lower seal
4. Dash panel
1. Steering column lower seal
In engine room
In cabin
1. Shift (key) interlock cable
2. Screw
3C1-12 AIR BAG STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN
4) Check steering column lower seal for breakage or deformation.
If found defective, replace.
5) Check steering shaft joints and shaft for any damages such as
crack, breakage, malfunction or excessive play.
If anything is found faulty, replace as steering lower shaft assem-
bly or steering column assembly.
6) Check steering shaft for smooth rotation.
If found defective, replace as column assembly.
7) Check steering shaft and column for bend, cracks or deforma-
tion.
If found defective, replace as column assembly.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
After tightening steering column mounting bolts, steering
shaft joint bolts should be tightened.
1) Be sure that front wheels and steering wheel are in straight-
ahead position.
2) If equipped with shift (key) interlock cable, install shift (key) inter-
lock cable to ignition switch.
Tightening Torque
(a): 2.2 N
.m (0.22 kg-m, 1.6 lb-ft)
3) Install steering column assembly to dash panel and upper
bracket so that boss of steering column lower seal and all around
it project out of hole in dash panel into engine room. Tighten
steering column lower bolts (4 pieces) first and then upper bolts
(2 pieces) to specified torque.
Tightening Torque
(b): 23 N
.m (2.3 kg-m, 17.0 lb-ft)
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[A]: With ABS
[B]: Without ABS
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2. Piston stopper
3. Cylinder cup
4. Plate
5. Primary piston
6. Piston cup
7. Primary piston return spring
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[B]: Without ABS
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2. Piston stopper
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[A]: With ABS
[B]: Without ABS
1. Piston stopper circlip
2. Piston stopper
3. Cylinder cup
4. Plate
5. Primary piston
6. Piston cup
7. Primary piston return spring
8. Primary spring retainer
9. Secondary piston pressure cup
10. Secondary piston
11. Return spring secondary seat
12. Secondary piston return spring
13. Secondary piston stopper bolt
14. Master cylinder body
ªAº: Primary piston
ªBº: Secondary piston
[B] [A]
5A-2 BRAKES PIPE / HOSE / MASTER CYLINDER
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
MASTER CYLINDER ASSEMBLY
The master cylinder has two pistons and three piston cups. Its hydraulic pressure is produced in the primary (ªaº
in the figure below) and secondary (ªbº) chambers. The hydraulic pressure produced in the primary chamber (ªaº)
acts on the front (for vehicle without ABS, rear) wheel brakes.
Also, the hydraulic pressure produced in the secondary chamber (ªbº) acts on the rear (for vehicle without ABS,
front) wheel brakes.
NOTE:
Replace all components included in repair kits to service this master cylinder. Lubricate rubber parts with
clean, fresh brake fluid to ease assembly. Do not use lubricated shop air on brake parts as damage to rub-
ber components may result. If any hydraulic component is removed or brake line disconnected, bleed the
brake system.
The torque values specified are for dry, unlubricated fasteners.
BOOSTER ASSEMBLY
The booster is located between the master cylinder and the brake pedal. It is so designed that the force created
when the brake pedal is depressed is mechanically increased combined with the engine vacuum.
The booster has two diaphragms of
ù7.5 in. (191 mm) effective diameter.
CAUTION:
Never disassemble brake booster assembly. If it is found faulty, replace it with new assembly.
The torque values specified are for dry, unlubricated fasteners. If any hydraulic component is re-
moved or brake line disconnected, bleed the brake system.
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7A
MANUAL TRANSMISSION (TYPE 1) 7A-1
TYPE 1
GENERAL DESCRIPTION7A- 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DIAGNOSIS7A- 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE7A- 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gear Oil 7A- 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shift Control Levers 7A- 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switches 7A- 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Rear Mounting 7A- 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dismounting of Trans. Unit 7A- 9. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remounting of Trans. Unit 7A-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . Extension Case (2WD MODEL) 7A-13. . . . . . . .
Extension Case Oil Seal
(2WD MODEL) 7A-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNIT REPAIR7A-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TIGHTENING TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS7A-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
REQUIRED SERVICE MATERIALS7A-14 . . . . . .
SPECIAL TOOL7A-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
As the aluminum case is sealed with liquid type gas-
ket, it is necessary to use genuine sealant or its equiv-
alent on its mating surfaces when reassembling it.
Also, the case fastening bolts must be tightened to
specified torque by means of the torque wrench and
tightening over or below the specified torque should
be avoided.
The description under ON-VEHICLE SERVICE in this
section covers a part of the TYPE 2 manual transmis-
sion and the transfer. The transfer is next to the trans-
mission as well, but their gear boxes are independent
and each of them has its own drain and level / filler
plugs for the oil change or the level check.
For the repair procedure of the transfer unit, refer to
Section 7D.
SECTION 7A
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
(TYPE 1)
CONTENTS
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The manual transmission consists of the input shaft,
main shaft, countershaft and reverse gear which are
installed in the aluminum case. Its gears are of for-
ward five speeds in synchro mesh and reverse one
speed in constant mesh system.
The main shaft gears are held by the needle bearings
and on them the synchronizer rings and synchronizer
sleeve & hubs are assembled.
The gear shift lever case is located at the upper be-
hind the transmission case and has a cam which pre-
vents direct gear shift from the 5th speed gear to the
reverse gear.
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Viscosity chart
SAE
1. Reverse idle gear shaft bolt
(DO NOT LOOSEN IT)
MANUAL TRANSMISSION (TYPE 1) 7A-3
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
GEAR OIL
INSPECTION AND CHANGE
1) Before changing or inspecting oil, be sure to stop engine and lift
vehicle horizontally.
2) With vehicle lifted up, check oil level and leakage. If leakage ex-
ists, correct or repair it.
3) Drain old oil and fill new specified oil as shown below by speci-
fied amount (roughly up to level hole).
NOTE:
It is highly recommended to use SAE 75W-90 gear oil.
Whenever vehicle is hoisted for any other service work
than oil change, also be sure to check for oil leakage and
status of breather hoses.
If water or rust is mixed in drained oil, be sure to check
breather hose and boot of transmission and transfer.
Gear Oil Specification
Oil grade: API GL-4
Viscosity: SAE 75W-85, 75W-90 or 80W-90
Oil Capacity:
Transmission 1.5 liters (3.2 / 2.6 US / Imp. pt)
Transfer 1.7 liters (3.6 / 3.0 US / Imp. pt)
4) Torque drain plug and level / filler plug as specified below after
applying sealant to its thread.
CAUTION:
Transmission oil must not be poured through gear shift
control lever part.
Do not loosen or remove reverse idle gear shaft bolt.
ªAº: Sealant 99000-31110
Tightening Torque
(a): 23 N
.m (2.3 kg-m, 17.0 lb-ft)
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1. Engine rear mounting member
2. Mounting bracket
3. Engine rear mounting FRONT SIDE
REAR SIDE
7A-8 MANUAL TRANSMISSION (TYPE 1)
ENGINE REAR MOUNTING
When replacement of mounting parts are necessary, torque bolts
and nut as specified below.
Tightening Torque
(a): 50 N
.m (5.0 kg-m, 36.5 lb-ft)
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1. Match mark
7A-12 MANUAL TRANSMISSION (TYPE 1)
REMOUNTING OF TRANS. UNIT
For remounting, reverse dismounting procedure.
Use specified torques as given below.
Tightening Torque
(a): 85 N
.m (8.5 kg-m, 61.5 lb-ft)
(b): 50 N
.m (5.0 kg-m, 36.5 lb-ft)
For tightening torque of transmission stiffener bolt, refer to
ªENGINE MECHANICALº section.
Set each clamp for wiring, hose and cable securely.
Set clamp for shift control lever boots securely.
After installing clutch operating cylinder, check clutch pedal free
travel. Refer to SECTION 7C1 ªCLUTCHº.
Fill gear oil to transmission and transfer as specified.
Connect battery and check function of engine, clutch and trans.
When installing propeller shaft, align the match marks.
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09951-16060
Oil seal installer
UNIT REPAIR
Refer to the same section of UNIT REPAIR MANUAL mentioned in FOREWORD of this manual.
TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
FasteningportionTightening torqueFastening ortionN.mkg-mlb-ft
Oil filler / level and drain plugs232.317.0
Control lever boot cover bolts60.64.0
4WD switch202.014.5
Back up light switch (Type 1)202.014.5
Back up light switch (Type 2)454.532.5
Control lever locating bolts171.712.5
Transmission to engine bolts and nuts858.561.5
Engine rear mounting bolts and nut505.036.5
Exhaust center pipe to manifold nuts505.036.5
Muffler to exhaust center pipe bolts505.036.5
Universal joint flange bolts505.036.5
Select return spring bolts232.317.0
REQUIRED SERVICE MATERIALS
MATERIALRECOMMENDED
SUZUKI PRODUCTUSE
Lithium greaseSUZUKI SUPER GREASE A
(99000-25010)Shift control lever.
Select return springs, bolts and guides.
Thread lock cementTHREAD LOCK CEMENT
SUPER 1333B (99000-32020)Shift control lever locating bolts.
SealantSUZUKI BOND No. 1215
(99000-31110)Oil Drain and filler / level plugs.
SPECIAL TOOL