2000 SUZUKI SWIFT Steering

3D-12 FRONT SUSPENSION
7) Pull out wheel hub (1) with special tools.
Special tool
(A) : 09943-17912
(B) : 09942-15510
8) Disconnect tie rod end (1) from steering knuckle (2) with
special tool.
Special tool
(A) : 09913-65210
9) Remove wheel speed sensor (1) from knuckle (if equipped
with ABS).
10) Loosen strut bracket nuts (1).
11) Remove ball joint bolt (3).
12) Remove strut bracket bolts from strut bracket and then steer-
ing knuckle (2). CAUTION:
When wheel hub is removed, replace wheel bearing as a
set.
F: Forward
R: Rearward

FRONT SUSPENSION 3D-15
5) Insert new stud bolt (1) in hub hole. Rotate stud bolt slowly to
assure that serrations are aligned with those made by origi-
nal bolt.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse removal procedure, noting the following
instructions.
Using special tool, drive wheel hub (1) into steering knuckle
(2) and then install steering knuckle (2).
Special tool
(A) : 09913-75520
(B) : 09944-66020
Install ball joint bolt (1) from the direction as shown.
Tighten suspension arm ball joint bolt (1) to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Suspension arm ball joint bolt
(a) : 60 N·m (6.0 kg-m, 43.5 lb-ft)
Tighten strut bracket nuts (2) to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Strut bracket bolt (b) : 105 N·m (10.5 kg-m, 76.0 lb-ft)
Install wheel speed sensor (1) (if equipped with ABS).
F: Forward
R: Rearward

3D-16 FRONT SUSPENSION
Connect tie rod end (1) to steering knuckle (2) and tighten tie
rod end castle nut (3) to specified torque.
Tightening torque
The rod end castle nut (a) : 43 N·m (4.3 kg-m, 31.5 lb-ft)
Install new split pin (4).
Install brake disc (2) and brake caliper (3).
Tighten brake caliper bolt to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Brake caliper bolt : 85 N·m (8.5 kg-m, 61.5 lb-ft)
Depress foot brake pedal and hold it there.
Tighten new drive shaft nut (1) to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Drive shaft nut (a) : 175 N·m (17.5 kg-m, 127.0 lb-ft)
Caulk drive shaft nut (1) as shown.
Caulking specification
“a” : 0.5 mm (0.02 in.) or more
Tightening wheel nut to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Wheel nut : 85 N·m (8.5 kg-m, 61.5 lb-ft)
SUSPENSION CONTROL ARM / BUSHING
REMOVAL
1) Remove stabilizer bar. Refer to “STABILIZER BAR AND/OR
BUSHINGS” in this section.
2) Remove suspension control arm ball joint bolt (1).
CAUTION:
Never reuse drive shaft nut (1).
CAUTION:
Be careful while caulking nut so that no crack will occur
in caulked part of nut. Cracked nut must be replaced with
new one.
F: Forward

3D-18 FRONT SUSPENSION
2) Press-fit bushing so that dimensions “A” and “B” in figure
become equal.
INSTALLATION
1) Install body side of suspension control arm but tighten sus-
pension control arm bolt (1) only temporarily.
2) Install suspension control arm ball joint to steering knuckle.
Align ball stud groove with steering knuckle bolt hole. Then
install ball joint bolt (1) from the direction as shown in figure.
Tighten suspension arm ball joint bolt (1) to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Suspension arm ball joint bolt
(a) : 60 N·m (6.0 kg-m, 43.5 lb-ft)
3) Install stabilizer bar, referring to “STABILIZER BAR AND/OR
BUSHINGS” in this section.
4) Lower hoist and vehicle in non-loaded condition, tighten con-
trol arm bolt (1) to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Control arm bolt (a) : 60 N·m (6.0 kg-m, 43.5 lb-ft)
5) Confirm front end (wheel) alignment referring to Section 3A.
F: Forward

WHEELS AND TIRES 3F-5
MAINTENANCE AND MINOR ADJUSTMENTS
WHEEL MAINTENANCE
Wheel repairs that use welding, heating, or peening are not approved. All damaged wheels should be replaced.
WHEEL ATTACHING STUDS
If a broken stud is found, see Section 3E (rear) or Section 3D (front) for Note and Replacement procedure.
MATCHED TIRES AND WHEELS
Tires and wheels are match mounted at the assembly plant.
This means that the radially stiffest part of the tire, or “high spot”,
is matched to the smallest radius or “low spot” of the wheel.
This is done to provide the smoothest possible ride.
The “high spot” of the tire is originally marked by paint dot (1) on
the outboard sidewall. This paint dot will eventually wash off the
tire.
The “ow spot” of the wheel is originally marked by paint dot (2) on
the wheel rim-flange. Properly assembled, the wheel rims’ paint
dot should be aligned with the tires’ paint dot as shown in left fig-
ure.
Whenever a tire is dismounted from its wheel, it should be
remounted so that the tire and wheel are matched. If the tire’s
paint dot cannot be located, a line should be scribed on the tire
and wheel before dismounting to assure that it is remounted in
the same position.
TIRE MAINTENANCE
TIRE PLACARD
The “Tire Placard” is located on the left door (right door for right-hand side steering vehicle) lock pillar and
should be referred to tire information.
The placard lists the maximum load, tire size and cold tire pressure where applicable.
NOTE:
Whether rim size and/or maximum load are listed or not depends on regulations of each country.

3F-6 WHEELS AND TIRES
INFLATION OF TIRES
The pressure recommended for any model is carefully calculated to give a satisfactory ride, stability, steering,
tread wear, tire life and resistance to bruises.
Tire pressure, with tires cold, (after vehicle has set for 3 hours or more, or driven less than one mile) should be
checked monthly or before any extended trip. Set to the specifications on the “Tire Placard” located on the left
door (right door for right-hand side steering vehicle) lock pillar.
It is normal for tire pressure to increase when the tires become hot during driving.
Do not bleed or reduce tire pressure after driving. Bleeding reduces the “Cold Inflation Pressure”.
Higher than recommended pressure can cause :
Hard ride
Tire bruising or carcass damage
Rapid tread wear at center of tire
Unequal pressure on same axle can cause :
Uneven braking
Steering lead
Reduced handling
Swerve on acceleration
Lower than recommended pressure can cause :
Tire squeal on turns
Hard Steering
Rapid and uneven wear on the edges of the tread
Tire rim bruises and rupture
Tire cord breakage
High tire temperature
Reduced handling
High fuel consumption
TIRE ROTATION
To equalize wear, rotate tires according to left figure. Radial tires
should be rotated periodically. Set tire pressure.
NOTE:
Due to their design, radial tires tend to wear faster in the
shoulder area, particularly in front positions. This makes
regular rotation especially necessary.
[A] : 5-tire rotation
[B] : 4-tire rotation
LH : Left-hand drive
RH : Right-hand drive

4A-4 FRONT DRIVE SHAFT
DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL
1) Undo caulking (“A”) and remove drive shaft nut (1) and
washer.
2) Hoist vehicle.
3) Remove wheel.
4) Drain transmission oil or transfer oil.
5) Remove tie rod end split pin (1) and castle nut (2).
6) Disconnect tie rod end (3) from steering knuckle (4) by using
special tool.
Special tool
(A) : 09913-65210
7) (For vehicle without center shaft or 4WD model)
Using tire lever (1), pull out drive shaft joint (2) so as to
release snap ring fitting of joint spline at differential side.
(For vehicle with center shaft or 4WD model)
Using plastic hammer, drive out drive shaft joint (2) so as to
release snap ring fitting of joint spline at center shaft or inter-
mediate shaft of transfer.
8) Remove two stabilizer mount brackets from vehicle body.
9) Disconnect front suspension control arm ball stud (1) from
steering knuckle (2) by pushing down stabilizer bar (4) after
removing ball stud bolt (3).
[A] : Vehicle without center shaft or 4WD model
[B] : Vehicle with center shaft or 4WD model

BRAKES 5-3
NOTE:
The figures shows left-hand steering vehicle.
[A] : For vehicle without ABS 3. Secondary side 7. LSPV (Load Sensing Proportioning valve)
[B] : For vehicle with ABS 4. Primary side 8. P (Proportioning) valve
1. Brake booster 5. 4-way joint A: Forward
2. Master cylinder 6. ABS hydraulic unit/control module assembly