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1. Rear axle housing
2. Spring seat
3. Coil spring
4. Stepped part
1. Body center
2. Body outside
1. Body center
2. Body outside 1. Parking brake
cable hanger
2. Cross member
3. Clamp
4. Chassis frame
REAR SUSPENSION 3E-7
INSTALLATION
1) Install coil spring on spring seat of axle housing and then raise
axle housing.
NOTE:
When seating coil spring, mate spring end with stepped
part of rear axle spring seat as shown.
2) Install shock absorber lower bolt. For its proper installing direc-
tion, refer to figure.
Nut should not be tightened.
3) Install wheel speed sensor clamp (if equipped) and E-ring, and
connect breather hose to axle housing.
4) Connect cable hanger to chassis frame and clamp to cross
member. Remove floor jack from axle housing.
5) Install wheel and tighten wheel nuts to specified torque.
Tightening Torque
(a): 100 N
.m (10.0 kg-m, 72.5 lb-ft)
6) Lower hoist and tighten absorber lower nut to specified torque.
Tightening Torque
(b): 85 N
.m (8.5 kg-m, 61.5 lb-ft)
NOTE:
For tightening of lower nut, refer to NOTE given under
SHOCK ABSORBER INSTALLATION in this section.

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1. Lower rod
2. Body center
1. Rear axle housing
2. Spring seat
3. Coil spring
4. Stepped part
1. Axle housing ªAº 1. Body center
1
2
1
REAR SUSPENSION 3E-19
INSTALLATION
Install removed parts in reverse order of removal, noting the follow-
ing.
1) Place rear axle housing on floor jack. Then install upper / lower
rod rear mounting bolts (right & left) in proper direction as shown
(refer to UPPER ROD INSTALLATION for upper rod bolts). At
this time, mount nuts but don't tighten them.
2) Install coil spring (right & left) on spring seat of axle housing and
raise axle housing.
NOTE:
When seating coil spring, mate spring end with stepped
part of rear axle spring seat as shown.
3) Install lateral rod to rear axle housing.
4) Install lower part of shock absorber to right and left sides of axle
housing and install bolts in proper direction as shown in figure.
At this time, mount nuts but don't tighten them.
5) Clean mating surfaces of axle housing and differential carrier
and apply sealant to housing side.
ªAº: Sealant 99000-31110
6) Install differential carrier assembly to axle housing and tighten
carrier nuts to specified torque.
Tightening Torque
(a): 55 N
.m (5.5 kg-m, 40.0 lb-ft)

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WHEELS AND TIRES 3F-7
TIRE
MOUNTING AND DEMOUNTING
Use tire changing machine to mount or demount tires. Follow equip-
ment manufacturer's instructions. Do not use hand tools or tire
irons alone to change tires as they may damage tire beads or wheel
rim.
Rim bead seats should be cleaned with wire brush or coarse steel
wool to remove lubricants, old rubber and light rust. Before mount-
ing or demounting tire, bead area should be well lubricated with ap-
proved tire lubricant.
After mounting, inflate to 240 kPa (35psi) so that beads are com-
pletely seated. Then adjust pressure to specified shown an tire
placard.
WARNING:
Do not stand over tire when inflating. Bead may break when
bead snaps over rim's safety hump and cause serious per-
sonal injury.
Do not exceed 240 kPa (35 psi) pressure when inflating. If
240 kPa (35 psi) pressure will not seat beads, deflate, re-lu-
bricate and reinflate. Over inflation may cause bead to break
and cause serious personal injury.
Install valve core and inflate to proper pressure.
TIRE REPAIR
There are many different materials and techniques on the market
to repair tires. As not all of these work on all types of tires, tire
manufacturers have published detailed instructions on how and
when to repair tires. These instructions can be obtained from the
tire manufacturer.
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2. Piston stopper
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4. Plate
5. Primary piston
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[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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1. Reservoir
2. Pin
1. Reservoir
2. Cap
BRAKES PIPE / HOSE / MASTER CYLINDER 5A-9
INSTALLATION
NOTE:
See NOTE at the beginning of this section.
1) When using new grommets, lubricate them with the same fluid
as the one to fill reservoir with. Then press-fit grommets to mas-
ter cylinder. Grommets must be seated in place.
2) Install reservoir and drive in reservoir pin.
NOTE:
Drive in reservoir pin till both of its ends at the right and left
or reservoir becomes the same length.
3) Connect reservoir lead wire.
4) Fill reservoir with specified fluid.
5) Upon completion of installation, check for fluid leakage.

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1. Bolt
2. Console box
bracket
3. Boot cover
1. Boot No. 3
2. Boot cover
3. Boot No. 2
4. Control lever
5. Lever case
6. Control case cover
7. Boot No. 1
1. Transmission control
lever locating bolt
2. Transfer control lever
locating bolt
7A-4 MANUAL TRANSMISSION (TYPE 1)
SHIFT CONTROL LEVERS
REMOVAL
1) Remove 4 screws at the front and rear and 2 clips at the center
then take off front and rear center console boxes.
NOTE:
To remove clip, push in its center pin first.
2) Remove console box bracket by removing bolts and lift up boot
cover and boot No. 2.
3) Remove boot clamp and then remove boot No. 1 from transmis-
sion shift lever case.
4) With gear shift control case cover pushed down with fingers, turn
it to counter clockwise and take out shift control lever.
5) Take out transfer shift control lever in similar manner as de-
scribed above.
INSPECTION AND INSTALLATION
1) Check shift control lever lower portion and control lever locating
sheet for excessive wear, and boot for damage. Correct or re-
place if necessary.
2) Apply grease to pivot portions and seat, then install shift control
lever.
ªAº: Grease 99000-25010
3) Perform above steps also for transfer shift control lever.
4) If control lever locating bolts (a) are replaced or retightened,
torque them as specified below.
Replacing of control lever locating bolts requires thread lock ce-
ment.
ªBº: Cement 99000-32020
Tightening Torque
(a): 17 N
.m (1.7 kg-m, 12.5 lb-ft)

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8C
INSTRUMENTATION / DRIVER INFORMATION 8C-1
GENERAL DESCRIPTION8C- 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cautions in Servicing 8C- 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Symbols and Marks 8C- 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wiring Color Symbols 8C- 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Abbreviations 8C- 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Joint Connector 8C- 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuse Box and Relay 8C- 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Supply Diagram 8C- 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Combination Meter 8C- 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DIAGNOSIS8C- 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Speedometer and VSS 8C- 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Meter / Fuel Gauge Unit 8C- 4. . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Coolant Temp. (ECT) Meter and
Sensor 8C- 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil Pressure Light 8C- 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake and Parking Brake Warning
Light 8C- 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Light Remainder Warning Buzzer 8C- 5. . . . . . . Seat Belt Warning Light (If Equipped) 8C- 5. . .
Ignition Key Remainder Warning
Buzzer (If Equipped) 8C- 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cigarette Lighter and Accessory Socket 8C- 5.
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE8C- 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition (Main) Switch 8C- 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Combination Meter 8C- 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Speedometer and VSS 8C- 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Meter / Fuel Gauge Unit 8C- 9. . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Coolant Temp. (ECT) Meter and
Sensor 8C-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil Pressure Light 8C-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake and Parking Brake Warning
Light 8C-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition Key Remainder (If Equipped) /
Light Remainder Warning Buzzer 8C-12. . . . . .
Door Switch 8C-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat Belt Warning Light (If Equipped) 8C-13. . .
SECTION 8C
INSTRUMENTATION/DRIVER INFORMATION
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).
CONTENTS

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1. Tachometer
2. Speedometer
3. Fuel level meter
4. Water temperature meter
5. Turn signal pilot light (LH)
6. 4WD indicator (if equipped)
7. ABS warning light (if equipped)
8. Immobilizer warning light (if equipped)
9. CHECK ENGINE light
10. Turn signal pilot light (RH)11. AIR BAG warning light (if equipped)
12. O / D OFF light (A / T vehicle only)
13. Fasten seat belt light (if equipped)
14. High beam light
15. Oil pressure warning light
16. Charge warning light
17. Brake and parking brake warning light
18. POWER indicator light (A / T vehicle only)
19. Shift position indicator (A / T vehicle, if equipped)or
CHECK
ENGINEor
ABS
8C-2 INSTRUMENTATION / DRIVER INFORMATION
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
CAUTIONS IN SERVICING
Refer to Section 8.
SYMBOLS AND MARKS
Refer to Section 8.
WIRING COLOR SYMBOLS
Refer to Section 8.
ABBREVIATIONS
Refer to Section 8.
JOINT CONNECTOR
Refer to Section 8.
FUSE BOX AND RELAY
Refer to Section 8.
POWER SUPPLY DIAGRAM
Refer to Section 8.
COMBINATION METER