2002 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA Gas cover

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GENERAL INFORMATION 0A-7
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
The WARNING and CAUTION below describe some general precautions that you should observe when servicing
a vehicle. These general precautions apply to many of the service procedures described in this manual, and they
will not necessarily be repeated with each procedure to which they apply.
WARNING:

Whenever raising a vehicle for service, be sure to follow the instructions under ªVEHICLE LIFTING
POINTSº on SECTION 0A.

When it is necessary to do service work with the engine running, make sure that the parking brake
is set fully and the transmission is in Neutral (for manual transmission vehicles) or Park (for automatic
transmission vehicles). Keep hands, hair, clothing, tools, etc. away from the fan and belts when the
engine is running.

When it is necessary to run the engine indoors, make sure that the exhaust gas is forced outdoors.

Do not perform service work in areas where combustible materials can come in contact with a hot
exhaust system. When working with toxic or flammable materials (such as gasoline and refrigerant),
make sure that the area you work in is well-ventilated.

To avoid getting burned, keep away from hot metal parts such as the radiator, exhaust manifold, tail-
pipe, muffler, etc.

New and used engine oil can be hazardous. Children and pets may be harmed by swallowing new or
used oil. Keep new and used oil and used engine oil filters away from children and pets.
Continuous contact with used engine oil has been found to cause [skin] cancer in laboratory animals.
Brief contact with used oil may irritate skin. To minimize your exposure to used engine oil, wear a
long-sleeve shirt and moisture-proof gloves (such as dishwashing gloves) when changing engine oil.
If engine oil contacts your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water. Launder any clothing or rags
if wet with oil, recycle or properly dispose of used oil and filters.

Make sure the bonnet is fully closed and latched before driving. If it is not, it can fly up unexpectedly
during driving, obstructing your view and resulting in an accident.
CAUTION:

Before starting any service work, cover fenders, seats and
any other parts that are likely to get scratched or stained dur-
ing servicing. Also, be aware that what you wear (e.g, but-
tons) may cause damage to the vehicle's finish.

When performing service to electrical parts that does not re-
quire use of battery power, disconnect the negative cable of
the battery.

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ªAº
0A-8 GENERAL INFORMATION

When removing the battery, be sure to disconnect the nega-
tive cable first and then the positive cable. When reconnect-
ing the battery, connect the positive cable first and then the
negative cable, and replace the terminal cover.

When removing parts that are to be reused, be sure to keep
them arranged in an orderly manner so that they may be rein-
stalled in the proper order and position.

Whenever you use oil seals, gaskets, packing, O-rings, lock-
ing washers, split pins, self-locking nuts, and certain other
parts as specified, be sure to use new ones. Also, before
installing new gaskets, packing, etc., be sure to remove any
residual material from the mating surfaces.

Make sure that all parts used in reassembly are perfectly
clean.

When use of a certain type of lubricant, bond or sealant is
specified, be sure to use the specified type.
ªAº: Sealant 99000-31150

Be sure to use special tools when instructed.
Special Tool
(A): 09917-98221
(B): 09916-58210

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AIR CONDITIONING (OPTIONAL) 1B-11
COMPRESSION SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS
Compressor troubles are mainly following three types: gas leakage, noise and insufficient pressure.
Compressor gas leakages in most cases develop from the shaft seal. When detecting gas leakage, always use
a leak tester. If a small amount of oil seeps out from the shaft seal, there is no necessity of replacing the seal. The
shaft seal has been designed to allow a small amount of oil to leak out for lubricating purpose. Thus, the shaft seal
should be replaced only when a large amount of compressor oil is leaking out or when gas leakage is discovered
by using gas tester.
In regard to noise and insufficient pressure, repairs should be made only after diagnosing the trouble properly.
CONDITION
POSSIBLE CAUSESCORRECTION
Noise from compressor
Defective bearing

Defective cylinder and / or shaftReplace.
Replace.
Noise from magnetic clutch
Defective bearing

Defective clutch faceReplace.
Replace.
Insufficient cooling
Defective gasketReplace.

Defective reed valveReplace.
Not rotating
Locked compressor

Seized magnetic clutch

Rotating parts seized by insufficient oil
amountReplace.
Replace.
Replace.
Oil and / or gas leakage
Defective seal

Defective O-ringReplace.
Replace.

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Charge 440
50 g, 14.2
1.9 oz of
refrigerant in gas form
AIR CONDITIONING (OPTIONAL) 1B-23
REFRIGERANT RECOVERY, EVACUATION AND CHARGING
WARNING:

Your eyes should not be exposed to refrigerant (liquid).
Any liquid Refrigerant-134a escaping by accident shows a temperature as low as approx. ± 6C
(42.8F) below freezing point. Should liquid HFC-134a (R-134a) get into your eyes, it may cause a seri-
ous injury. To protect your eyes against such accident, it is necessary to always wear goggles. Should
it occur that HFC-134a (R-134a) strikes your eye(s), consult a doctor immediately.
± DO NOT USE YOUR HAND TO RUB THE AFFECTED EYE(S). INSTEAD, use quantities of fresh cold
water to splash it over the affected area to gradually raise temperature of such area above freezing
point.
± Obtain proper treatment as soon as possible from a doctor or eye specialist.

Should the HFC-134a (R-134a) liquid come into contact with your skin, the affected area should be
treated in the same manner as when skin is frostbitten or frozen.

Refrigerant must not be handled near where welding or steam cleaning is performed.

Refrigerant should be kept at a cold and dark place. It should never be stored where a high tempera-
ture is anticipated, e.g. where exposed to direct sun light, close to fire or inside vehicle (including
trunk room).

Avoid breathing fumes produced when HFC-134a (R-134a) is burned. Such fumes may be hazardous
to health.
OPERATION PROCEDURE FOR CHARGING A / C WITH REFRIGERANT

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1B-44 AIR CONDITIONING (OPTIONAL)
REFRIGERANT PIPES AND HOSES
INSPECTION
1) Use a leak tester to check hoses and pipes for any gas leakage.
2) Check each hose or pipe clamp for tightness.
Retighten or replace loose clamp as required, if any.
REMOVAL
1) Recover refrigerant by using recovery and recycling equipment.
Be sure to follow the instruction manual for the equipment.
The amount of compressor oil removed must be measured and
the same amount must be added to the system when reinstal-
ling.
2) Replace defective hose or pipe.
CAUTION:
As soon as the above hose or pipe is disconnected, cap
its opened fitting to prevent moisture and dust from en-
tering.
INSTALLATION
1) Reverse removal procedure to install refrigerant line.
2) Evacuate and charge system. Refer to ªEVACUATINGº and
ªCHARGINGº in this section.
INSPECTION OF IDLE SPEED WITH A / C ON
For G16 and J20 engines model, refer to Section 6E1.
For H25 engine model, refer to Section 6E2.

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7A
MANUAL TRANSMISSION (TYPE 1) 7A-1
TYPE 1
GENERAL DESCRIPTION7A- 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DIAGNOSIS7A- 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE7A- 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gear Oil 7A- 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shift Control Levers 7A- 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switches 7A- 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Rear Mounting 7A- 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dismounting of Trans. Unit 7A- 9. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remounting of Trans. Unit 7A-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . Extension Case (2WD MODEL) 7A-13. . . . . . . .
Extension Case Oil Seal
(2WD MODEL) 7A-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNIT REPAIR7A-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TIGHTENING TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS7A-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
REQUIRED SERVICE MATERIALS7A-14 . . . . . .
SPECIAL TOOL7A-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
As the aluminum case is sealed with liquid type gas-
ket, it is necessary to use genuine sealant or its equiv-
alent on its mating surfaces when reassembling it.
Also, the case fastening bolts must be tightened to
specified torque by means of the torque wrench and
tightening over or below the specified torque should
be avoided.
The description under ON-VEHICLE SERVICE in this
section covers a part of the TYPE 2 manual transmis-
sion and the transfer. The transfer is next to the trans-
mission as well, but their gear boxes are independent
and each of them has its own drain and level / filler
plugs for the oil change or the level check.
For the repair procedure of the transfer unit, refer to
Section 7D.
SECTION 7A
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
(TYPE 1)
CONTENTS
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The manual transmission consists of the input shaft,
main shaft, countershaft and reverse gear which are
installed in the aluminum case. Its gears are of for-
ward five speeds in synchro mesh and reverse one
speed in constant mesh system.
The main shaft gears are held by the needle bearings
and on them the synchronizer rings and synchronizer
sleeve & hubs are assembled.
The gear shift lever case is located at the upper be-
hind the transmission case and has a cam which pre-
vents direct gear shift from the 5th speed gear to the
reverse gear.

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7A1
MANUAL TRANSMISSION (TYPE 2) 7A1-1
TYPE 2
GENERAL DESCRIPTION7A1-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DIAGNOSIS7A1-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE7A1-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gear Oil 7A1-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shift Control Levers 7A1-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switches 7A1-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Rear Mounting 7A1-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dismounting / Remounting of
Trans. Unit 7A1-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UNIT REPAIR7A1-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TIGHTENING TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS7A1-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
REQUIRED SERVICE MATERIALS7A1-5 . . . . . .
The manual transmission consists of the input shaft,
main shaft, counter shaft and reverse gear which are
installed in the aluminum and castings cases. Its
gears are of forward five speeds in synchro mesh and
reverse one speed in sliding idler gear arrangement
system.
The main shaft gears are held by the needle bear-
ings and on them the synchronizer rings and syn-
chronizer sleeve & hubs are assembled.
The gear shift lever case is located at the upper be-
hind the transmission case and has a cam which pre-
vents direct gear shift from the 5th speed gear to the
reverse gear.As the aluminum and castings cases are sealed with
liquid type gasket, it is necessary to use genuine seal-
ant or its equivalent on its mating surfaces when reas-
sembling them. Also, the case fastening bolts must be
tightened to specified torque by means of the torque
wrench and tightening over or below the specified
torque should be avoided.
The description under ON-VEHICLE SERVICE in this
section covers the transfer partially which is next to
the transmission as well, but their gear boxes are in-
dependent and each of them has its own drain and
level / filler plugs for the oil change or the level check.
For the repair procedure of the transfer unit, refer to
Section 7D.
SECTION 7A1
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
(TYPE 2)
CONTENTS
GENERAL DESCRIPTION

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BODY SERVICE 9-19
1. Back door panel assy
2. Back door window glass
3. Back door hinge
4. Back door / Rear gate balancer unit
1. Back door hinge
2. Back door
3. Body
BACK DOOR / REAR GATE ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL
1) Remove back door trim, and door / rear gate sealing cover, refer
to steps 1) to 4) of BACK DOOR LOCK ASSEMBLY in this sec-
tion.
2) Remove wire harness connector inside the back door / rear gate.
3) Remove back door / rear gate balancer (first at its door-side and
next at its body-side), as shown.
WARNING:
Handling of Back Door / Rear Gate Balancer (Damper)

Do not disassemble balancer because its cylinder is
filled with gas.

The gas itself is harmless but it may issue out of the
hole together with chips generated by the drill.
Therefore, be sure to wear goggle.

When discarding removed back door / rear gate balanc-
er (damper), use a 2 to 3 mm (0.08 to 0.12 in.) drill to
make a hole as shown.

Handle balancer carefully. Do not scar or scratch ex-
posed surface of its piston rod, and never allow any
paint or oil to stick to its surface.

Do not turn piston rod with balancer fully extended.
5) Remove back door / rear gate hinge bolts and back door / rear
gate.