2000 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA Rear seal

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vol.1
0A
0B
1A
1B
3
3A
3B1
3C
3C1
3D
3E
3F
4A2
4B
5
6
7A5A
5B
5C
5E1
6A1
6A2
6A4
6B
6C
6E1
6E2
6F1
6F2
6G
6G1
6H
6K
7A1
7B1
7C1
7D
7E
7F
8
8B
8C
8D
8G
9
10
10A
8A
10B
6-1ENGINE
General Information and
Diagnosis (G16 / J20)
General Information and
Diagnosis (H25)
Engine Mechanical (G16)
Engine Mechanical (H25)
Engine Mechanical (J20)
Engine Cooling
Engine Fuel
Engine and Emission Control
System (SFI for G16 / J20)
Engine and Emission Control
System (SFI for H25)
Ignition System (G16)
Ignition System (J20 / H25)
Cranking System
(Reduction Type)
Cranking System
(No-Reduction Type)
Charging System
Exhaust System
TRANSMISSION, CLUTCH
AND DIFFERENTIAL
Manual Transmission (Type 1)
Manual Transmission (Type 2)
Automatic Transmission
Clutch (Hydraulic Type)
Transfer
Differential (Front)
Differential (Rear)
BODY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Wiring Diagram
Lighting System
Instrumentation / Driver
Information
Windows, Mirrors, Security
and Lock
Immobilizer Control System
BODY SERVICE
RESTRAINT SYSTEM
Seat Belt
Air Bag System GENERAL INFORMATION
General Information
Maintenance and Lubrication
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTIONSECTION
0B
HEATING AND AIR
CONDITIONING
Heater and Ventilation
Air Conditioning
STEERING, SUSPENSION,
WHEELS AND TIRES
Front End Alignment
Power Steering (P / S) System
Steering Wheel and Column
(Not Equipped with Air Bag)
Air Bag Steering Wheel
and Column
Front Suspension
Rear Suspension
Wheel and Tires
1A
3A 0A
1B
3B1
3C
3C1
3D
3E
3F36A16
6A2
6A4
6B
6C
6E1
6E2
6F1
DRIVE SHAFT / PROP. SHAFT
Front Drive Shaft / Shaft
Bearing, Oil Seal
Propeller Shaft
BRAKES
Brake Pipe / Hose / Master
Cylinder
Front Brakes
Parking and Rear Brakes
Antilock Brake System
4A2
4B
5
5A
5B
5C
5E1
6F2
6G
6G1
6H
6K
7A
7A1
7B1
7C1
7D
7E
7F
8
8A
8B
8C
8D
8G
9
10
10A
10B
6-1
NOTE:
The screen toned Sections 6 ± 6K are included in Volume 2 and Section 8A is in Wiring
Diagram Manual.

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1. Clutch pedal free travel
MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 0B-15
CHASSIS AND BODY
ITEM 6-1
Clutch
Pedal inspection
Check clutch pedal for height and free travel referring to Section
7C1. Adjust or correct if necessary.
Fluid inspection
1) Check around master cylinder and reservoir for fluid leakage.
If found leaky, correct.
2) Check fluid level.
If fluid level is lower than the minimum level of reservoir, refilling
is necessary. Fill reservoir with specified brake fluid indicated on
clutch reservoir cap.
For the details, refer to On-vehicle service in Section 7C1.
CAUTION:
Since clutch system of this vehicle is factory-filled with
glycol-base brake fluid, do not use or mix different type
of fluid when refilling system; otherwise serious damage
will occur. Do not use old or used brake fluid, or one taken
from unsealed container.
ITEM 6-2
Brake Discs, Pads, Brake Drums and Shoes Inspection
[Brake discs and pads]
1) Remove wheel and caliper but don't disconnect brake hose from
caliper.
2) Check front disc brake pads and discs for excessive wear, dam-
age and deflection. Replace parts as necessary. For details, re-
fer to Section 5B.
Be sure to torque caliper pin bolts to specification.
[Brake drums and shoes]
1) Remove wheel and brake drum.
2) Check rear brake drums and brake linings for excessive wear
and damage, while wheels and drums are removed. At the same
time, check wheel cylinders for leaks. Replace these parts as
necessary.
For details, refer to Section 5C.

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0B-18 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
ITEM 6-8
Suspension System Inspection
Check suspension bolts and nuts for tightness and retighten them
as necessary.
Repair or replace defective parts, if any.
NOTE:
For details of check points, refer to tables of Tightening Torque
Specification in Section 3D and 3E.
Front
1) Check stabilizer bar for damage or deformation.
2) Check bushing for damage, wear or deterioration.
3) Inspect strut for damage, deformation, oil leakage and opera-
tion. If strut is found faulty, replace it as an assembly unit, be-
cause it can not be disassembled.
Refer to strut check Section 3D for operation check.
4) Inspect strut boot for damage or crack.
5) Inspect for cracks or deformation in spring seat.
6) Inspect for deterioration of bump stopper.
7) Inspect strut mount for wear, cracks or deformation.
8) Check ball joint stud dust seal (boot) for leaks, detachment,
tear or other damage. Check suspension arm bushing for dam-
age, wear or deterioration.
Rear
9) Check shock absorber for damage, deformation, oil leakage
and operation.
10) Check bushings for wear and damage.

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3E
REAR SUSPENSION 3E-1
GENERAL DESCRIPTION3E- 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DIAGNOSIS3E- 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diagnosis Table 3E- 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shock Absorber Check 3E- 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lower / Upper / Lateral Rod Check 3E- 3. . . . . . . .
Axle Housing and Coil Spring Check 3E- 3. . . .
Bearing Retainer & Axle Shaft Inner Oil
Seal Check 3E- 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheel Disc, Nut & Bearing Check 3E- 4. . . . . .
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE3E- 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shock Absorber 3E- 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Coil Spring 3E- 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lower Rod 3E- 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Upper Rod 3E- 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lateral Rod 3E-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Axle Shaft and Wheel Bearing 3E-10. . . . .
Rear Axle Shaft Inner Oil Seal 3E-15. . . . . . . . . .
Rear Axle Housing 3E-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TIGHTENING TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS3E-23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
REQUIRED SERVICE MATERIALS3E-23 . . . . . .
SPECIAL TOOLS3E-24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 3E
REAR SUSPENSION
NOTE:

All suspension fasteners are an important attaching part in that it could affect the performance of vital
parts and systems, and / or could result in major repair expense. They must be replaced with one of the
same part number or with an equivalent part if replacement becomes necessary. Do not use a replace-
ment part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reas-
sembly to assure proper retention of this part.

Never attempt to heat, quench or straighten any suspension part. Replace it with a new part, or damage
to the part may result.
CONTENTS

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1. Rear axle housing
2. Coil spring
3. Axle shaft
4. Shock absorber
5. Upper rod
6. Lower rod
7. Oil level plug
8. Wheel bearing retainer
9. Rear wheel bearing
10. Brake back plate
11. Oil drain plug
12. Lateral rod
NOTE:
When installing differential gear oil drain
plug, clean the thread portion of the plug and
then apply sealant (SUZUKI BOND No. 1215,
99000-31110) to the portion.
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3E-2 REAR SUSPENSION
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Rear suspension is 5 link type of rigid axle which consists of coil springs, rear axle, shock absorbers, upper rods,
lower rods and lateral rod.
The lower rod and upper rod are connected with the axle and body by using bushes so that axle moves up and
down with bushes as their supporting points.
The shock absorber is installed between the body and axle to absorb up-and-down movement of the vehicle body.

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ªAº: Drill hole with approximately
3 mm (0.12 in.) diameter.
REAR SUSPENSION 3E-3
DIAGNOSIS
DIAGNOSIS TABLE
Refer to SECTION 3.
SHOCK ABSORBER CHECK

Inspect for deformation or damage.

Inspect bushings for wear or damage.

Inspect for evidence of oil leakage.
Replace any defective part.
WARNING:
When handling rear shock absorber in which high-pressure
gas is sealed, make sure to observe the following precau-
tions.
1) Don't disassemble it.
2) Don't put it into the fire.
3) Don't store it where it gets hot.
4) Before disposing it, be sure to drill a hole in it where
shown by an arrow in the figure and let gas and oil out.
Lay it down sideways for this work.
5) The gas itself is harmless but it may issue out of the hole
together with chips generated by the drill. Therefore, be
sure to wear goggle.
LOWER ROD, UPPER ROD, LATERAL ROD
CHECK
Inspect for cracks, deformation or damage.
Replace any defective part.
Inspect each bush for wear and breakage. If found defective, re-
place.
AXLE HOUSING AND COIL SPRING CHECK
Inspect for cracks, deformation or damage.
Inspect for evidence of oil leakage at axle housing.
If any, replace defective part.

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3E-4 REAR SUSPENSION
REAR SUSPENSION FASTENERS
Check each bolt and nut fastening suspension parts for tightness.
Tighten loose one, if any, to specified torque, referring to ªTIGHT-
ENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONSº of this section.
BEARING RETAINER AND AXLE SHAFT
INNER OIL SEAL CHECK

When brake drum has been removed, check inside of brake drum
for gear oil leakage.

Also, check backside of brake back plate for oil leakage.
If oil leakage is found, replace defective oil seal.

Whenever it is possible to check oil seal during disassembly,
check its lip for wear.
If oil leakage or worn lip is found, replace defective oil seal.
WHEEL DISC, NUT & BEARING CHECK

Inspect each wheel disc for dents, distortion and cracks. A disc
in badly damaged condition must be replaced.

Check wheel hub nuts for tightness and retighten to specification
as necessary.
Tightening Torque
(a): 100 N
.m (10.0 kg-m, 72.5 lb-ft)

Check wheel bearings for wear. When measuring thrust play, ap-
ply a dial gauge to axle shaft center after removing wheel center
cap from wheel.
Thrust play limit
Rear0.8 mm (0.03 in.)
When measurement exceeds limit, replace bearing.

By rotating wheel actually, check wheel bearing for noise and
smooth rotation. If it is defective, replace bearing.

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[B]
1
2
[A]
1. Bearing retainer
2. Oil seal
3. Wheel side
4. Differential side
1. Stud bolt
2. Nut
3. Washer
4. Flange of axle shaft
1. Axle shaft
2. Bearing retainer
[A]: Vehicle without ABS
[B]: Vehicle with ABS
1. Bearing
2. Retainer ring
REAR SUSPENSION 3E-13
INSTALLATION
Install removed parts in reverse order of removal procedure, noting
the following.
1) Apply grease to oil seal lip as shown and install it to axle shaft.
NOTE:
Amount of grease applied to hollow in oil seal should be
more than 60% of its vacant space.
ªAº: Grease 99000-25010
2) Aligning serrations between new stud bolt(s) and flange, install
new stud bolt(s) by tightening nut as shown.
3) Install bearing retainer to shaft.
4) Press-fit wheel bearing and retainer ring as shown.
NOTE:

Use care not to cause any damage to outside of retainer
ring.

Refer to figure so that wheel bearing is installed in proper
direction.