2001 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA 6a2

Table of Contents
GENERAL INFORMATION TRANSMISSION, CLUTCH AND
DIFFERENTIAL0A7A1
General Information0A
0B7B1
Maintenance and Lubrication0B
Manual Transmission7A1
7C1
HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING
Automatic Transmission7B1
1A7D
Heater and Ventilation1A
Clutch7C1
1B7E
Air Conditioning1B
Transfer7D7F
STEERING, SUSPENSION, WHEELS
AND TIRESDifferential (Front)7E
3
Differential (Rear)7F
3A8
Steering, Suspension, Wheels and Tires3 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM3B18A
Front End Alignment3A
Electrical System8
3C18B
Power Steering (P/S) System3B1
Wiring Diagram8A3D8C
Air Bag Steering Wheel and Column3C1
Lightening System8B3E8D
Front Suspension3D
Instrumentation / Driver Information8C
3F8E
Rear Suspension3E
Windows, Mirrors, Security and Lock8D
8G
Wheels and Tires3F
Cruise Control System8E
4A2
DRIVE SHAFT AND PROPELLER SHAFT
Immobilizer control system (if equipped)8G4B9
Front Drive Shaft / Shaft Bearing,
Oil Seal4A2BODY SERVICE
Body Service9
510
Propeller Shaft4B RESTRAINT SYSTEM
5A10A
BRAKE SYSTEM
Restraint System10
5B10B
Brakes5
Seat Belt10A
5C
Brake Pipe / Hose / Master Cylinder5A
Air Bag System10B
5E2
Front Brake5B
Parking and Rear Brake5C
6-1
Antilock Brake System (ABS)5E2
6A2
ENGINE
6B
General Information and
Diagnosis (H27 Engine)6-1
6C
6E2
Engine Mechanical (H27 Engine)6A2
6F2
Engine Cooling6B
6G
Engine Fuel6C
6H
Engine and Emission Control System
(SFI For H27 Engine)6E2
6K
Ignition System (H27 Engines)6F2
Cranking System6G
Charging System6H
Exhaust System6K
NOTE:
For the screen toned Sections in the above table, refer to the same section of the Related Manuals
mentioned in FOREWORD of this manual.

ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSIS (H27 ENGINE) 6-1-13
STEP 2. DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC)/FREEZE FRAME DATA CHECK
First, check DTC, referring to “DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHECK” in this section. If DTC is indicated,
record DTC and freeze frame data.
After that clear DTC referring to “DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CLEARANCE” in this section. DTC indicates
malfunction that occurred in the system but does not indicate whether it exists now or it occurred in the past and
the normal condition has been restored now. To check which case applies, check the symptom in question
according to Step 5 and recheck DTC according to Step 6, 7.
Attempt to diagnose a trouble based on DTC in this step only or failure to clear the DTC (including pending DTC)
in this step will lead to incorrect diagnosis, trouble diagnosis of a normal circuit or difficulty in troubleshooting.
STEP 3. and 4. VISUAL INSPECTION
Be sure to perform visual check of the following items that support proper function of the engine.
STEP 5. TROUBLE SYMPTOM CONFIRMATION
Based on information obtained in Step 1 “CUSTOMER COMPLAINT ANALYSIS” and Step 2 “DTC/FREEZE
FRAME DATA CHECK”, confirm trouble symptoms. Also, reconfirm DTC according to “DTC CONFIRMATION
PROCEDURE” described in each “DTC FLOW TABLE”.NOTE:
For A/T vehicle, if only DTC P0705, P0715, P0720, P0741, P0743, P0751, P0753, P0756, P0758, or P1875
is indicated in this step, proceed to “DIAGNOSIS” in SECTION 7B1.
INSPECTION ITEM REFERRING SECTION
• Engine oil - - - - - level, leakage
• Engine coolant - - - - - level, leakage
• Fuel - - - - - level, leakage
• A/T fluid - - - - - level, leakage
• Air cleaner element - - - - - dirt, clogging
• Battery - - - - - fluid level, corrosion of terminal
• Water pump belt and/or cooling fan belt - - - - - tension, damage
• Accelerator cable - - - - - play, installation
• A/T throttle cable - - - - - play, installation
• Vacuum hoses of air intake system
- - - - - disconnection, looseness, deterioration, bend
• Connectors of electric wire harness - - - - - disconnection, friction
• Fuses - - - - - burning
• Parts - - - - - installation, bolt - - - - - looseness
• Parts - - - - - deformation
• Other parts that can be checked visually
• Also check following items at engine start, if possible
– Malfunction indicator lamp - - - - - operation
– Charge warning lamp - - - - - operation
– Engine oil pressure warning lamp - - - - - operation
– Engine coolant temp. meter - - - - - operation
– Fuel lever meter - - - - - operation
– Abnormal air being inhaled from air intake system
– Exhaust system - - - - - leakage of exhaust gas, noise
– Other parts that can be checked visuallySECTION 0B
SECTION 0B
SECTION 0B
SECTION 0B
SECTION 0B
SECTION 0B
SECTION 6C
SECTION 6E2
SECTION 6E2
SECTION 6A2
SECTION 8
SECTION 6-1
SECTION 6H
SECTION 8/6A2
SECTION 8
SECTION 8

ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSIS (H27 ENGINE) 6-1-31
Engine Diagnosis Table
Perform troubleshooting referring to following table when ECM (PCM) has detected no DTC and no abnormality
has been found in visual inspection and engine basic inspection previously.
Condition Possible Cause Correction
Hard starting
(Engine cranks OK)Faulty idle air control system “DIAG. FLOW TABLE B-4” in this
section.
Faulty ECT sensor or MAF sensor ECT sensor or MAF sensor in Sec-
tion 6E2.
Faulty ECM (PCM) Inspection of ECM (PCM) and its
circuit in this section.
Low compression Compression check in Section
6A2.
Faulty hydraulic valve lash adjuster Valve lash adjuster in Section 6A2.
Compression leak from valve seat Valves inspection in Section 6A2.
Sticky valve stem Valves inspection in Section 6A2.
Weak or damaged valve springs Valves spring inspection in Section
6A2.
Compression leak at cylinder head gasket Cylinder head inspection in Section
6A2.
Sticking or damaged piston ring Piston ring inspection in Section
6A2.
Worn piston, ring or cylinder Cylinders, pistons and piston rings
inspection in Section 6A2.
Malfunctioning PCV valve PCV system inspection in Section
6E2.
Engine has no power
Engine overheating Refer to “OVERHEATING” in this
table.
Defective spark plug Spark plugs in Section 6F2.
Faulty ignition coil with ignitor Ignition coil in Section 6F2.
Fuel pressure out of specification
(dirty fuel filter, dirty or clogged fuel hose or
pipe, malfunctioning fuel pressure regulator,
malfunctioning fuel pump)“DIAG. FLOW TABLE B-3” in this
section.
Maladjusted TP sensor installation angle TP sensor in Section 6E2.
Faulty EGR system “DTC P0400 DIAG. FLOW TABLE”
in this section.
Faulty injector Fuel injector in Section 6E2.
Faulty TP sensor, ECT sensor or MAF sensor TP sensor, ECT sensor or MAF
sensor in Section 6E2.
Faulty ECM (PCM) Inspection of ECM (PCM) and its
circuit in this section.
Low compression Refer to the same item in “HARD
STARTING” of this table.
Dragging brakes Diagnosis in Section 5.
Slipping clutch Diagnosis in Section 7C1.

ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSIS (H27 ENGINE) 6-1-33
Surges
(Engine power varia-
tion under steady
throttle or cruise.
Feels like the vehicle
speeds up and down
with no change in the
accelerator pedal.)Defective spark plug
(excess carbon deposits, improper gap, and
burned electrodes, etc.)Spark plugs in Section 6F2.
Variable fuel pressure
(clogged fuel filter, kinky or damaged fuel hose
and line, faulty fuel pressure regulator)“DIAG. FLOW TABLE B-3” in this
section.
Faulty EGR system “DTC P0400 DIAG. FLOW TABLE”
in this section.
Faulty MAF sensor MAF sensor in Section 6E2.
Faulty injector Fuel injector in Section 6E2.
Faulty ECM (PCM) Inspection of ECM (PCM) and its
circuit in this section.
Excessive detonation
(The engine makes
sharp metallic knocks
that change with throt-
tle opening. Sounds
like pop corn pop-
ping.)Engine overheating Refer to “OVERHEATING” in this
table.
Faulty spark plug Spark plugs in Section 6F2.
Improper ignition timing Ignition timing in Section 6F2.
Clogged fuel filter and fuel lines Fuel pressure check in Section
6E2.
Faulty EGR system “DTC P0400 DIAG. FLOW TABLE”
in this section.
Faulty ECT sensor or MAF sensor ECT sensor or MAF sensor in Sec-
tion 6E2.
Faulty injector Fuel injector in Section 6E2.
Faulty ECM (PCM) Inspection of ECM (PCM) and its
circuit in this section.
Excessive carbon deposits in combustion
chamberPiston and cylinder head cleaning
in Section 6A2.
Poor knock sensor performance “DTC P0325 DIAG. FLOW TABLE”
in this section.
Overheating
Inoperative thermostat Thermostat in Section 6B.
Poor water pump performance Water pump in Section 6B.
Clogged or leaky radiator Radiator in Section 6B.
Improper engine oil grade Engine oil and oil filter change in
Section 0B.
Clogged oil filter or oil strainer Oil pressure check in Section 6A2.
Poor oil pump performance Oil pressure check in Section 6A2.
Dragging brakes Diagnosis in Section 5.
Slipping clutch Diagnosis in Section 7C1.
Blown cylinder head gasket Cylinder head inspection in Section
6A2. Condition Possible Cause Correction

6-1-34 ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSIS (H27 ENGINE)
Poor gasoline mileage
Faulty spark plug (improper gap, heavy depos-
its, and burned electrodes, etc.)Spark plugs in Section 6F2.
Fuel pressure out of specification “DIAG. FLOW TABLE B-3” in this
section.
Faulty TP sensor, ECT sensor or MAF sensor TP sensor, ECT sensor or MAF
sensor in Section 6E2.
Faulty EGR system “DTC P0400 DIAG. FLOW TABLE”
in this section.
Faulty injector Fuel injector in Section 6E2.
Faulty ECM (PCM) Inspection of ECM (PCM) and its
circuit in this section.
Low compression Refer to the same item in “HARD
STARTING” of this table.
Poor valve seating Valves inspection in Section 6A2.
Dragging brakes Diagnosis in Section 5.
Slipping clutch Diagnosis in Section 7C1.
Thermostat out of order Thermostat in Section 6B.
Improper tire pressure Diagnosis in Section 3.
Excessive engine oil
consumptionSticky piston ring Piston cleaning in Section 6A2.
Worn piston and cylinder Cylinders, pistons and piston rings
inspection in Section 6A2.
Worn piston ring groove and ring Pistons and piston rings inspection
in Section 6A2.
Improper location of piston ring gap Pistons installation in Section 6A2.
Worn or damaged valve stem seal Valves and cylinder head in Sec-
tion 6A2.
Worn valve stem Valves inspection in Section 6A2.
Low oil pressure
Improper oil viscosity Engine oil and oil filter change in
Section 0B.
Malfunctioning oil pressure switch Oil pressure switch inspection in
Section 8.
Clogged oil strainer Oil pan and oil pump strainer clean-
ing in Section 6A2.
Functional deterioration of oil pump Oil pump in Section 6A2.
Worn oil pump relief valve Oil pump in Section 6A2.
Excessive clearance in various sliding parts “INSPECTION” for each parts in
Section 6A2. Condition Possible Cause Correction

ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSIS (H27 ENGINE) 6-1-35
Engine noise
(Note : Before check-
ing the mechanical
noise, make sure the
followings : Ignition
timing is properly
adjusted, Specified
spark plug is used,
Specified fuel is used.)Faulty hydraulic valve lash adjuster Hydraulic valve lash adjuster in
Section 6A2.
Worn valve stem and guide Valves inspection in Section 6A2.
Weak or broken valve spring Valve springs inspection in Section
6A2.
Warped or bent valve Valves inspection in Section 6A2.
Loose camshaft housing bolts Camshafts in Section 6A2.
Worn piston, ring and cylinder bore Pistons and cylinders inspection in
Section 6A2.
Worn crankpin bearing Crankpin and connecting rod bear-
ing inspection in Section 6A2.
Worn crankpin Crankpin and connecting rod bear-
ing inspection in Section 6A2.
Loose connecting rod nuts Connecting rod installation in Sec-
tion 6A2.
Low oil pressure Refer to “LOW OIL PRESSURE” of
this table.
Worn crankshaft journal bearing Crankshaft and bearing inspection
in Section 6A2.
Worn crankshaft journal Crankshaft and bearing inspection
in Section 6A2.
Loose lower crankcase (bearing cap) bolts Crankshaft installation in Section
6A2.
Excessive crankshaft thrust play Crankshaft inspection in Section
6A2. Condition Possible Cause Correction

ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSIS (H27 ENGINE) 6-1-81
TROUBLESHOOTING
Step Action Yes No
1 Was “ENGINE DIAG. FLOW TABLE” per-
formed?Go to Step 2. Go to “ENGINE DIAG.
FLOW TABLE” in this
section.
2 Ignition system inspection :
1) Check spark plug and ignition spark of cylin-
der where misfire occurs, referring to “IGNI-
TION SYSTEM” section.
Is it in good condition?Go to Step 3. Faulty ignition coil, wire
harness, or other system
parts.
3 Fuel injector circuit inspection :
1) Using sound scope, check each injector
operating sound at engine cranking or
idling.
Do all injectors make operating sound?Go to Step 4. Check coupler connec-
tion and wire harness of
injector not making oper-
ating sound and injector
itself.
If OK, substitute a known-
good ECM (PCM) and
recheck.
4 Fuel pressure inspection :
1) Check fuel pressure referring to “TABLE B-
3” in this section.
Is check result satisfactory?Go to Step 5. Repair or replace.
5 Fuel injector inspection :
1) Check fuel injector(s) referring to Section
6E2.
Is check result satisfactory?Go to Step 6. Replace.
6 Ignition timing inspection :
1) Check ignition timing referring to Section
6F2.
Is check result satisfactory?Go to Step 7. Adjust or check system
related parts.
7 EGR system inspection :
1) Check EGR system referring to Section
6E2.
Is check result satisfactory?Go to Step 8. Repair or replace.
8 Fuel level sensor inspection :
1) Check fuel level sensor referring to Section
6E2.
Is check result satisfactory?Go to Step 9. Repair or replace.
9 Check engine mechanical parts or system
which can cause engine rough idle or poor per-
formance.
• Engine compression (See Section 6A2).
• Valve lash or lash adjuster (See Section
6A2).
• Valve timing (Timing belt or chain installa-
tion. See Section 6A2).
Are they in good condition?Check wire harness and
connection of ECM (PCM)
ground, ignition system
and fuel injector for inter-
mittent open and short.Repair or replace.

ENGINE MECHANICAL (H27 ENGINE) 6A2-1
6A2
SECTION 6A2
ENGINE MECHANICAL (H27 ENGINE)
CONTENTS
On-Vehicle Service........................................6A2-2
Throttle Body and Intake Manifold .............. 6A2-2
Exhaust Manifold ......................................... 6A2-9
LH (No.1) Bank 2nd Timing Chain
and Chain Tensioner ................................. 6A2-13
Camshaft and Valve Lash Adjuster ........... 6A2-14
Valves and Cylinder Heads ....................... 6A2-17
Piston, Piston Rings, Connecting Rodsand Cylinders ............................................ 6A2-21
Unit Repair Overhaul .................................. 6A2-26
Engine Assembly ...................................... 6A2-26
Main Bearings, Crankshaft
and Cylinder Block .................................... 6A2-30
Special Tool ................................................. 6A2-36

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 service manual
mentioned in the FOREWORD of this manual.
Whether following systems (parts) are used in the particular vehicle or not depends on specifica-
tions. Be sure to bear this in mind when performing service work.
–EGR valve
–Warm up three way catalytic converter
–Heated oxygen sensor(s)
–Three way catalytic converter
–CKP sensor
–MAP sensor