2001 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA brake

5A-10 BRAKES PIPE/HOSE/MASTER CYLINDER
Tightening Torque Specification
Special Tool
Fastening partTightening torque
Nm kg-m lb-ft
Brake flexible hose bolt (Brake caliper/2 way joint) 23 2.3 17.0
Brake hose / pipe bracket bolt 10 1.0 7.5
ABS actuator bracket bolt 10 1.0 7.5
Master cylinder attaching nut 13 1.3 9.5
Booster nut 13 1.3 9.5
Clevis nut 25 2.5 18.0
2-way joint mounting bolt 10 1.0 7.5
Brake pipe flare nut 16 1.6 12.0
Brake bleeder plug (Front caliper (M8)) 8 0.8 6.0
Brake bleeder plug (Wheel cylinder) 7.5 0.75 5.5
Wheel nut 100 10.0 72.5
09952-16021 09950-78220
Booster piston rod
adjusterFlare nut wrench
(10 mm)

PARKING AND REAR BRAKE 5C-1
5C
SECTION 5C
PARKING AND REAR BRAKE
CONTENTS
General Description ....................................... 5C-2
Drum Brake Assembly ................................. 5C-2
On-Vehicle Service......................................... 5C-3
Parking Brake Cable .................................... 5C-3Brake Drum .................................................. 5C-3
Wheel Cylinder............................................. 5C-5
Brake Back Plate ......................................... 5C-5
Tightening Torque Specification .................. 5C-7

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
authorized SUZUKI dealer. Refer to “Air Bag System Components and Wiring Location View” under
“General Description” in air bag system section in order to confirm whether you are performing ser-
vice on or near the air bag system components or wiring. Please observe all WARNINGS and “Ser-
vice Precautions” under “On-Vehicle Service” 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
“LOCK” 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).
NOTE:
For the descriptions (items) not found in this section, refer to the same section of the Service Man-
ual mentioned in the FOREWORD of this manual.
All brake fasteners are important attaching parts in that they could affect the performance of vital
parts and systems, and/or could result in major repair expense. They must be replaced with one of
same part number or with an equivalent part if replacement becomes necessary. Do not use a
replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified
during reassembly to assure proper retention of all parts. There is to be no welding as it may result
in extensive damage and weakening of the metal.

5C-2 PARKING AND REAR BRAKE
General Description
Drum Brake Assembly
The drum brake assembly has a self shoe clearance adjusting system so that drum-to-shoe clearance is main-
tained appropriate at all times. Rear brake is a drum type. It uses leading trailing operation when brake pedal is
depressed and when parking brake is applied on level road.
It also uses duo servo operation when parking brake is applied on gradient road and load is applied in longitudi-
nal direction of vehicle.
NOTE:
Replace all components included in repair kits to service this drum brake. Lubricate parts as speci-
fied.
WARNING:
If any hydraulic component is removed or brake line disconnected, bleed the brake system. The
torque values specified are for dry, unlubricated fasteners.
1. Brake back plate 6. Adjuster lever 11. Link
2. Brake shoe 7. Adjuster spring 12. Brake strut
3. Shoe return upper spring 8. Shoe hold down spring Tightening torque
4. Adjuster 9. Shoe hold down pin
5. Shoe return lower spring 10. Wheel cylinder

PARKING AND REAR BRAKE 5C-3
On-Vehicle Service
Parking Brake CableBrake Drum
INSPECTION
Brake drum
Inspect drum for cleanliness. Check wear of its braking surface by
measuring its inside diameter.
Whenever brake drums are removed, they should be thoroughly
cleaned and inspected for cracks, scores, deep grooves.Brake dram inside diameter “a ”
S ta n dard : 2 54 mm (9.99 in .)
S erv ic e L im it : 2 56 m m ( 10.07 i n.)
1. Parking brake switch 6. Equalizer 11. Color ring 16. Crossmember 21. Parking brake cable nut
2. Parking brake lever 7. Pin 12. Cable 17. Chassis frame Tightening torque
3. Parking brake lever bolt 8. Equalizer 13. Grommet 18. Hanger
4. Floor 9. Adjust rod 14. Bolt 19. Rear axle
5. Locking nut 10. Coupler 15. Clamp (if equipped) 20. G-sensor (if equipped)

5C-4 PARKING AND REAR BRAKE
Cracked, scored, or grooved drum
A cracked, drum is unsafe for further service and must be
replaced.
Do not attempt to weld a cracked drum.
Smooth up any slight scores. Heavy or extensive scoring will
cause excessive brake lining wear and it will probably be neces-
sary to resurface drum braking surface.
If brake linings are slightly worn and drum is grooved, drum
should be polished with fine emery cloth but should no be turned.
Brake shoe
Where lining is worn out beyond service limit, replace shoe.
If one of brake linings is to service limit, all linings must be
replaced at the same time.
Rear brake drum shoe thickness “a”
Standard : 7.1 mm (0.28 in.)
Service limit : 3.6 mm (0.14 in.)
INSTALLATION
For the details, refer to the same item of the same section in the
service manual mentioned in the FOREWORD of this manual not-
ing the following.
Before installing brake drum, check outer diameter of brake
shoes (3). If it is not within value as specified below, adjust it
to specification by turning adjuster (2).
Rear brake shoe outer diameter “a” :
253.3 – 253.7 mm (9.972 – 9.988 in.) NOTE:
When drum is removed, visually inspect wheel cylinder
for brake fluid leakage. Correct leaky point, if any.
CAUTION:
Never polish lining with sandpaper. If lining is polished
with sandpaper, hard particles of sandpaper will be
deposited in lining and may damage drum. When it is
required to correct lining, replace it with a new one.
NOTE:
See NOTE at the beginning of this section.
1. Pawl lever

PARKING AND REAR BRAKE 5C-5
Wheel Cylinder
INSTALLATION
For the details, refer to the same item of the same section in the
service manual mentioned in the FOREWORD of this manual not-
ing the following points.
Take off bleeder plug cap from brake pipe and connect pipe
(or pipes) to wheel cylinder (1) just enough to prevent fluid
from leaking.
Tighten wheel cylinder to brake back plate (1) to specified
torque.
Tightening torque
Wheel cylinder bolt (for non sealed type) (a):
13.5 N·m (1.35 kg-m, 10.0 lb-ft)
Brake pipe flare nut (b):
16 N·m (1.6 kg-m, 12.0 lb-ft)
Brake Back Plate
INSTALLATION
1) Install brake back plate (3) to rear axle shaft (1).
2) Apply sealant “A” to joint seam of rear axle housing (1) and
brake back plate.
“A” : Sealant 99000-31110
3) Install rear axle shaft to rear axle housing.
2. Wheel beaning
NOTE:
Make sure to remove old sealant before applying it anew.

5C-6 PARKING AND REAR BRAKE
4) Tighten brake back plate nuts to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Brake back plate nut (a) :
50 N·m (5.0 kg-m, 36.5 lb-ft)
5) Install wheel cylinder, and tighten wheel cylinder bolts and
brake pipe flare nut (or nuts) to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Wheel cylinder bolt :
13.5 N·m (1.35 kg-m, 10.0 lb-ft)
Brake pipe flare nut : 16 N·m (1.6 kg-m, 12.0 lb-ft)
6) Install parking brake cable (3) to brake back plate (1) and
tighten parking brake cable nut (2) to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Parking brake cable nut (a) : 10 N·m (10 kg-m, 7.5 lb-ft)
7) Install brake shoes, referring to steps 1) to 4) of “INSTALLA-
TION” under “BRAKE SHOE” in this section.
8) Install brake drum. Refer to steps 1) to 2) of “INSTALLA-
TION” under “BRAKE DRUM” in this section.
9) Refill differential housing with new specified gear oil. Refer to
“ON-VEHICLE SERVICE” in Section 7F for refill.
10) Fill reservoir with brake fluid and bleed brake system. (For
bleeding operation, refer to “BLEEDING BRAKE” in Section
5).
11) Install wheel and tighten wheel nuts to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Wheel nut (b) : 100 N·m (10.0 kg-m, 72.5 lb-ft)
12) Upon completion of all jobs, depress brake pedal with about
30 kg (66 lbs) load 3 to 10 times so as to obtain proper drum-
to shoe clearance.
Adjust parking brake cable. (For adjustment, refer to “PARK-
ING BRAKE CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT” in Section 5).
13) Tighten parking brake lever cover screws.
14) Check to ensure that brake drum is free from dragging and
proper braking is obtained. Then remove vehicle from hoist
and perform brake test (foot brake and parking brake).
15) Check each installed part for oil leakage.
(a)

PARKING AND REAR BRAKE 5C-7
Tightening Torque Specification
Fastening partTightening torque
Nmkg-mlb-ft
Wheel cylinder bleeder plug 7.5 0.75 5.5
Parking brake lever bolt 23 2.3 17.0
Wheel cylinder bolt 13.5 1.35 10.0
Brake pipe flare nut 16 1.6 12.0
Brake back plate nut 50 5.0 36.5
Wheel nut 100 10.0 72.5
Parking brake cable nut 10 1.0 7.5