2001 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA maintenance

Important
WARNING/CAUTION/NOTE
Please read this manual and follow its instructions carefully. To emphasize special information, the words
WARNING, CAUTION
and NOTE
have special meanings. Pay special attention to the messages highlighted by
these signal words.
WARNING:
Indicates a potential hazard that could result in death or injury.
CAUTION:
Indicates a potential hazard that could result in vehicle damage.
NOTE:
Indicates special information to make maintenance easier or instructions clearer.
WARNING:
This service manual is intended for authorized Suzuki dealers and qualified service mechanics only.
Inexperienced mechanics or mechanics without the proper tools and equipment may not be able to
properly perform the services described in this manual.
Improper repair may result in injury to the mechanic and may render the vehicle unsafe for the driver
and passengers.
WARNING:
For vehicles equipped with a 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.
 If the air bag system and another vehicle system both need repair, Suzuki recommends that the air
bag system be repaired first, to help avoid unintended air bag system activation.
 Do not modify the steering wheel, instrument panel or any other air bag system component (on or
around air bag system components or wiring). Modifications can adversely affect air bag system
performance and lead to injury.
 If the vehicle will be exposed to temperatures over 93°C (200°F) (for example, during a paint baking
process), remove the air bag system components (air bag (inflator) modules, forward sensor(s),
SDM and/or seat belt pretensioners) beforehand to avoid component damage or unintended activa-
tion.

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.

MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 0B-1
0B
SECTION 0B
MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
CONTENTS
Maintenance Schedule .................................. 0B-2
Maintenance Schedule under Normal
Driving Conditions ........................................ 0B-2
Maintenance Recommended under Severe
Driving Conditions ........................................ 0B-4Maintenance Service ..................................... 0B-5
Engine and Emission Control....................... 0B-5
Drive belt inspection and replacement ..... 0B-5
Engine oil and filter replacement .............. 0B-6

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 Manual
mentioned in FOREWORD of this manual.

0B-2 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule under Normal Driving Conditions
NOTE:
 This interval should be judged by odometer reading or months, whichever comes first.
 This table includes service as scheduled up to 90,000 km (54,000 miles) mileage. Beyond 90,000 km
(54,000 miles), carry out the same services at the same intervals respectively.
IntervalKm (× 1,000) 15 30 45 60 75 90
Miles (× 1,000) 9 18 27 36 45 54
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72
ENGINE
1-1. Drive belt V-rib belt (Flat type)––I––R
1-4. Engine oil and oil filter R R R R R R
1-5. Engine coolant––R––R
1-6. Exhaust system–I–I–I
IGNITION SYSTEM
2-1. Spark plugs When
unleaded
fuel is usedVehicle without
HO2SNickel plug –R–R–R
Iridium plug–––R––
Vehicle with
HO2SNickel plug ––R––R
Iridium plug Replace every 105,000 km or
63,000 miles
When leaded fuel is used, refer to “MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDED UNDER
SERVER DRIVING CONDITIONS” in this section.
FUEL SYSTEM
3-1. Air cleaner filter I I R I I R
3-2. Fuel lines and connections–I–I–I
3-3. Fuel filter Replace every 105,000 km or
63,000 miles
3-4. Fuel tank––I––I
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
4-1. Crankcase ventilation hoses and connections (Vehicle without
HO2S)––I––I
4-2. PCV valve Vehicle without HO2S––I––I
Vehicle with HO2S–––––I
4-3. Fuel evaporative emission con-
trol systemVehicle without HO2S–I–I–I
Vehicle with HO2S–––––I
NOTE:
 “R”: Replace or change
 “I”: Inspect and correct, replace or lubricate if necessary
 For Sweden, item 2-1, 4-2 and 4-3 should be performed by odometer reading only.
 For Item 2-1. Nickel spark plugs, replace every 50,000 km if the local law requires.
 Nickel spark plug: BKR6E-11 or K20PR-U11
 Iridium spark plug: IFR5J11 or SK16PR11

MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 0B-3
IntervalKm (× 1,000) 153045607590
Miles (× 1,000) 9 18 27 36 45 54
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72
CHASSIS AND BODY
6-1. Clutch (pedal and fluid level)–I–I–I
6-2.Brake discs and pads (thickness, wear, damage) IIIIII
Brake drums and shoes (wear, damage)–I–I–I
6-3. Brake hoses and pipes (leakage, damage, clamp)–I–I–I
6-4. Brake fluid–R–R–R
6-5. Brake lever and cable (damage, stroke, operation) Inspect at first 15,000 km (9,000 miles)
only
6-6.Tires (wear, damage, rotation) IIIIII
6-7.Wheel discs (damage) IIIIII
6-8. Suspension system (tighteness, damage, rattle, breakage)–I–I–I
6-9. Propeller shafts and drive shafts––I––I
6-10. Manual transmission oil (leakage, level) (I: 1st 15,000 km only) I–R––R
6-11. Automatic transmission Fluid level –I–I–I
Fluid change Replace every 165,000 km (99,000
miles)
Fluid hose–––R––
6-12. Transfer oil (leakage, level) I–I–I–
6-13. Differential oil (leakage, level) (R: 1st 15,000 km only) R or I–I–I–
6-14. Steering system (tighteness, damage, breakage, rattle)–I–I–I
6-15.Power steering (if equipped) IIIIII
6-16. All latches, hinges and locks–I–I–I
6-17. Air conditioning filter (if equipped)–IR–IR
NOTE:
 “R”: Replace or change
 “I”: Inspect and correct, replace or lubricate if necessary

0B-4 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Maintenance Recommended under Severe Driving Conditions
If the vehicle is usually used under the conditions corresponding to any severe condition code given below, it is
recommended that applicable maintenance operation be performed at the particular interval as given in the
chart below.
Severe condition code :
A: Repeated short trips E: Repeated short trips in extremely cold weather
B: Driving on rough and/or muddy roads F: Leaded fuel use
C: Driving on dusty roads G: – – – – – –
– –
D: Driving in extremely cold weather
and/or salted roadsH: Trailer towing (if admitted)
Severe
Condition CodeMaintenanceMaintenance
OperationMaintenance Interval
– B CD – – –ITEM 1-1
Drive belt (V-rib belt)IEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12 months
REvery 45,000 km
(27,000 miles) or 36 months
A – CDEF – HITEM 1-4
Engine oil and oil filterREvery 5,000 km
(3,000 miles) or 4 months
– B– – – – – –ITEM 1-6
Exhaust pipe mountingsIEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12 months
– – C – – – – – ITEM 3-1
Air cleaner filter *1IEvery 2,500 km
(1,5000 miles)
REvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) or 24 months
ABC–EF–HITEM 2-1
Spark plugsNickel plug REvery 10,000 km
(6,000 miles) or 8 months
Iridium plug REvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) or 24 months
– B – D E – – HITEM 6-9
Propeller shafts and drive shafts IEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12 months
– B – – E – – HITEM 6-10, 6-12, 6-13
Manual transmission,
transfer and differential oilREvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) or 24 months
– B – – E – – HITEM 6-11
Automatic transmission fluid REvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) or 24 months
– B – – – – – – ITEM 6-8
Suspension bolts and nutsTEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12 months
– B C D – – – HITEM 6-7
Wheel bearingIEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12 months
– – CD – – – –ITEM 6-17
Air conditioning filter *2
(if equipped)IEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12 months
REvery 45,000 km
(27,000 miles) or 36 months
NOTE:
“I”: Inspect and correct, replace or lubricate if necessary
”R”: Replace or change
”T”: Tighten to the specified torque
*1: Inspect or replace more frequently if necessary.
*2: Clean or replace more frequently if the air from the air conditioning decreases.

MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 0B-5
Maintenance Service
Engine and Emission Control
ITEM 1-1
Drive belt inspection and replacement
WATER PUMP AND GENERATOR DRIVE BELT INSPEC-
TION
1) Disconnect negative (–) cable at battery.
2) Inspect belt for cracks, cuts, deformation, wear and cleanli-
ness. If any defect exists, replace.
Check belt for tension.
Water pump and generator belt tension “a”: 9-11 mm
(0.35- 0.43 in.) deflection under 100 N, 10 kg or 22 lb pres-
sure
3) If belt is too tight or too loose, adjust it to specification by
adjusting alternator position.
4) Tighten alternator adjusting bolt and pivot bolts.
5) Connect negative (–) cable to battery.
WATER PUMP AND GENERATOR DRIVE BELT REPLACE-
MENT
Replace belt. Refer to Section 6B for replacement procedure of
pump belt.WARNING:
All inspection and replacement are to be performed with
ENGINE NOT RUNNING.
NOTE:
When replacing belt with a new one, adjust belt tension
to 7 - 9 mm (0.28 - 0.35 in.)
1. Crankshaft pulley
2. Water pump pulley
3. 100 N, 10 kg or 22 lb

0B-6 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
POWER STEERING PUMP AND/OR A/C COMPRESSOR
DRIVE BELTS (IF EQUIPPED) INSPECTION
1) Disconnect negative (–) cable at battery.
2) Inspect belt for cracks, cuts, deformation, wear and cleanli-
ness. If any defect exists, replace.
Check belt for tension.
If belt tension is out of above specification, adjust it referring
to Section 1B or 3B1.
Power steering pump and/or A/C compressor
drive belt tension
“a” : 4 - 7 mm (0.16 - 0.28 in.) deflection under
100 N (10 kg, 22 lb) pressure
3) Connect negative (–) cable to battery.
POWER STEERING PUMP AND/OR A/C COMPRESSOR
DRIVE BELTS (IF EQUIPPED) REPLACEMENT
Replace belt referring to Section 1B or 3B1 for replacement pro-
cedure of belt.
ITEM 1-4
Engine oil and filter replacement
Before draining engine oil, check engine for oil leakage. If any evi-
dence of leakage is found, make sure to correct defective part
before proceeding to the following work.
[A]: H27 engine with P/S system
[B]: H27 engine with P/S and A/C system
1. Crankshaft pulley
2. P/S pump pulley
3. A/C compressor pulley (if equipped)
4. Tension pulley
5. Tension pulley bolts
WARNING:
 New and used engine oil can be hazardous.
Be sure to read “WARNING” in General Precaution in
Section 0A and observe what in written there.
 Step 1) - 7) outlined below must be performed with
ENGINE NOT RUNNING. For step 8), be sure to have
adequate ventilation while engine is running.