2000 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA System

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1. 4WD switch
2. Transfer
3. Blank
4. Blank
5. ECM or PCM
6. Glove box7. Air pump assembly
8. Actuator
9. Axle lock clutch
10. Free axle hub
11. 4WD indicator lamp
7E-2 DIFFERENTIAL (FRONT)
4WD CONTROL SYSTEM
When the 4WD switch is turned ON by shifting the transfer shift lever, ECM (PCM) (G16 and J20 engine models)
or 4WD controller (H25 engine model) actuates (energizes) the air pump assembly. Then positive pressure is sent
from the air pump assembly to the actuator installed to the differential case and causes the axle lock clutch and
the free axle hub in the differential case to be engaged, resulting in the 4WD mode. Only when running in the 4WD
mode, front axles are joined to differential case, and they become free when 2WD mode is used (or when transfer
shift lever is shifted to N position), thereby reducing the power loss.

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1. 4WD switch
2. Air pump assembly
3. Pump motor
4. Release valve
5. Pressure switch6. Transfer
7. Front differential
8. Air hose and pipe
9. 4WD indicator lamp
10. To ignition switch
11. ECM or PCM
Operation
(refer to ªComponents and Functionsº)
Power supply
(from ECM or PCM)
DIFFERENTIAL (FRONT) 7E-3
System Circuit and Operation

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7E-4 DIFFERENTIAL (FRONT)
Components and Functions
ComponentFunction
4WD switch
When the transfer shift lever is shifted to 4L or 4H position, this switch turns ON
and causes the 4WD control system to turn ON, unless it is shifted to N or 2H
within 1 second.
ECM or PCM
When the 4WD switch turns ON [unless it turns OFF within 1 second], this com-
ponent actuates the pump assembly. If the pressure in the air pump assembly
fails to increase higher than the set level even after the pump motor has run more
than 10 seconds, this component stops the motor to protect it.
Air pump assembly

Pump motor

Release valve

Pressure switchThe air pump assembly consists of a pump motor, release valve and a pressure
switch.
Pump motor:
Produces positive pressure which actuates the actuator.
Release valve:
Closes when transfer shift lever is shifted to 4H or 4L so that the positive pressure
is applied to the actuator, and opens when N or 2H to release the pressure to the
atmosphere.
Pressure switch:
Turns ON and OFF depending on the pressure level in the pump assembly
(whether higher or lower than the set pressure level). ECM or PCM detects the
pressure level through this switch.
Differential case assembly

Free axle hub

Axle lock clutch

ActuatorThe free axle hub, axle lock clutch and actuator are installed in the differential
left case. The positive pressure produced in the air pump assembly is applied
to the actuator which then pushes the axle lock clutch to be engaged with the free
axle hub. In this state, the drive force is transmitted to the front axle, resulting in
the 4WD mode.
When the actuator is free from the positive pressure [when it is under the atmo-
spheric pressure], the axle lock clutch is pushed back by the return spring force
and cannot be engaged with the free axle hub, resulting in the 2WD mode.
ª4WDº indicator lampIt lights up when 4WD control system is in the 4WD mode.

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DIFFERENTIAL (FRONT) 7E-5
DIAGNOSIS
DIAGNOSIS TABLE
Differential Assembly
ConditionPossible CauseCorrection
Gear noise
Deteriorated or water mixed lubricant

Inadequate or insufficient lubricant

Maladjusted backlash between bevel
pinion and gear

Improper tooth contact in the mesh between
bevel pinion and gear

Loose bevel gear securing bolts

Damaged side gear(s) or side pinion(s)Repair and replenish
Repair and replenish
Adjust
Adjust or replace
Replace or retighten
Replace
Bearing noise
(Constant noise) Deteriorated or water
mixed lubricant

(Constant noise) Inadequate or insufficient
lubricant

(Noise while coasting) Damaged bearing(s)
of bevel pinion

(Noise while turning) Damaged diff. side
bearing(s) or axle bearing(s)Repair and replenish
Repair and replenish
Replace
Replace
Oil leakage
Worn or damaged oil seal

Excessive oil

Loose differential carrier boltsReplace
Adjust oil level
Replace or retighten
2WD / 4WD
switching error
Defective actuator

Abnormality in 4WD control systemReplace
Inspect referring to ª4WD
CONTROL SYSTEM DIAG-
NOSTIC FLOW TABLEº.
4WD Control System Diagnostic Flow Table
Before performing the trouble diagnosis, check that the transfer and front differential are in good condition and
there is no air leakage from air hoses and the actuator. Refer to ªON-VEHICLE SERVICEº in this section for air
leakage.
[NOTES ON SYSTEM CIRCUIT INSPECTION]

Be sure to read ªPrecautions for Electrical Circuit Serviceº in Section 0A before circuit inspection and observe
what is written there.

For system circuit, refer to the figure of ªGENERAL DESCRIPTIONº in this section.

For terminal arrangement, refer to ª4WD Control Circuit Inspectionº in this section.

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7E-6 DIFFERENTIAL (FRONT)
STEPACTIONYESNO
1Turn ON ignition switch (but engine at stop) and
check malfunction indicator lamp.
Does lamp light up?Go to step 2.A trouble has
occurred at some
place. Repair it
referring to
MALFUNCTION
INDICATOR LAMP
(ªCHECK ENGINEº
LAMP) CHECK in
DIAGNOSIS of
SECTION 6.
2Check 4WD switch circuit.
Turn ignition switch ON and check that voltage
between terminal C51-2-18 and terminal C51-3-17
(ground) for G16 / J20 (terminal C51-1-11 and terminal
C51-3-26 (ground) for H25) is as follows.

When transfer shift lever is in N or 2H: 10 ± 14 V

When transfer shift lever is in 4L or 4H: 0 ± 1 V
Is the check result satisfactory?Go to step 3.Check 4WD switch
(refer to SECTION
7A), ªB / Orº and ªBº
circuits of 4WD
switch.
If OK, substitute a
known-good ECM
(PCM) and recheck.
3Check power supply.
1) Turn ignition switch ON.
2) Check voltage between C51-2-7 and C51-3-17
(ground) for G16 / J20 (C51-1-15 and C51-3-26
(ground) for H25). The check results should be as
follows.

When transfer shift lever is in N or 2H: 0 ± 1 V

When transfer shift lever is in 4L or 4H: 10 ± 14 V
Is the check result satisfactory?Go to step 4.Check ªRº circuit. If
it is OK, substitute a
known-good ECM
(PCM) and recheck.
4Check air pump assembly circuit.
1) Check for proper connection to air pump
assembly at all terminals.
2) Turn ignition switch ON.
3) Check voltage between C51-2-27 and C51-3-17
(ground) for G16 / J20 (C51-1-18 and C51-3-26
(ground) for H25). The check result should be as
follows.

When transfer shift lever is in 2H or N: 0 ± 1 V

When transfer shift lever is in 4L or 4H
(more than 4 seconds after shifted to 4L or 4H):
10 ± 14 V
Is the check result satisfactory?Go to step 5.Check air pump
assembly referring
to ªON-VEHICLE
SERVICEº, and then
ªPº circuit.
If OK, substitute a
known-good ECM
(PCM) and recheck.
5Check 4WD indicator lamp circuit.
1) Turn ignition switch ON.
2) Check voltage between E61-19 and C51-3-17
(ground) for G16 / J20 (C51-1-7 and C51-3-26
(ground) for H25). The check result should be as
follows.

When transfer shift lever is in 2H or N: 10 ± 14 V

When transfer shift lever is in 4L or 4H: 0 ± 1 V
Is the check result satisfactory?4WD control system
is in good condition.Check ªOr / Bº circuit
(including indicator
lamp and
combination meter).
If OK, substitute a
known-good ECM
(PCM) and recheck.

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7E-10 DIFFERENTIAL (FRONT)
1. Plugged hose
2. Adjusting screw
3. Pipe (to air pump assembly)
4. Hose (to differential carrier)
5. Differential housing
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INSPECTION
4WD Control System
1) Install special tool to air hose connecting between air pump as-
sembly and differential (actuator) as shown in figure. Tighten ad-
justing screw of special tool as far as it stops. Close air check
side opening by using fuel hose as blind plug.
Special Tool
(A): 09918-18110
(B): 09367-04002
NOTE:
Use care not to bend any part of hose.
2) Turn ON ignition switch and shift transfer lever from 2H to 4H
range.
3) Check that motor starts running (a sound can be heard) within
1 second and it stops when gauge of special tool indicates speci-
fied pressure value.
Check also for air leakage.
Pressure specification:
30.0 ± 45.0 kPa (0.30 ± 0.45 kg / cm
2, 4.25 ± 6.40 psi)
4) Check that pressure value indicated on gauge of special tool
drops as soon as transfer lever is shifted to 2H position.
5) Start motor by shifting transfer lever to 4H position again. Loos-
en adjusting screw to lower pressure value on gauge. Motor
should start to run again and stop in about 4 seconds.
6) With the adjusting screw of special tool loosened, shift transfer
shift lever to N or 2H position and then 4L or 4H position.
Pump motor should stop about 10 seconds after motor starts to
run.

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BODY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 8-1
SECTION 8
BODY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
WARNING:
For vehicles equipped with Supplemental Restraint (Air Bag) System

Service on and around the air bag system components or wiring must be performed only by an autho-
rized SUZUKI dealer. Refer to ªAir Bag System Components and Wiring Location Viewº under ªGener-
al Descriptionº in air bag system section in order to confirm whether you are performing service on
or near the air bag system components or wiring. Please observe all WARNINGS and ªService Precau-
tionsº under ªOn-vehicle Serviceº in air bag system section before performing service on or around
the air bag system components or wiring. Failure to follow WARNINGS could result in unintentional
activation of the system or could render the system inoperative. Either of these two conditions may
result in severe injury.

Technical service work must be started at least 90 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the
ªLOCKº position and the negative cable is disconnected from the battery. Otherwise, the system may
be activated by reserve energy in the Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM).
WIRING SYSTEM
(Harnesses, Connectors, Fuses, Relay, Switches, Grounds, System Circuit Diagram)Section 8A . . . . . . .
LIGHTING SYSTEMSection 8B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INSTRUMENTATION AND DRIVER INFORMATIONSection 8C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WINDOWS, MIRRORS, SECURITY AND LOCKSSection 8D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IMMOBILIZER CONTROL SYSTEMSection 8F . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CONTENTS
GENERAL DESCRIPTION8-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cautions in Servicing8-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Symbols and Marks8-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Abbreviations8-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wiring Color Symbols8-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Joint Connector8-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuse Box and Relay8-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Supply Diagram8-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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8-2 BODY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The body electrical components of this vehicle are designed to operate on 12 Volts power supplied by the battery.
The electrical system utilizes negative ground polarity.
CAUTIONS IN SERVICING
When performing works related to electric systems, observe follow-
ing cautions for the purpose of protection of electrical parts and pre-
vention of a fire from occurrence.

When removing the battery from the vehicle or disconnecting the
cable from the battery terminals for inspection or service works
on the electric systems, always confirm first that the ignition
switch and all the other switches have been turned OFF. Other-
wise, the semi-conductor part may be damaged.

When disconnecting cables from the battery, be sure to discon-
nect the one from the negative (±) terminal first and then the other
from the positive (+) terminal.

Reverse the above order when connecting the cables to the bat-
tery terminals.

When disconnecting connectors, never pull the wiring harnesses.
Unlock the connector lock first and then pull them apart by holding
connectors themselves.

When connecting connectors, also hold connectors and put them
together until they lock securely (a click is heard).