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IntervalKm (x 1,000) 153045607590
Miles (x 1,000) 9 18 27 36 45 54
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72
CHASSIS AND BODY
Clutch (pedal height and travel)–I–I–I
Brake discs and pads (thickness, wear, damage) I I I I I I
Brake drums and shoes (wear, damage)–I–I–I
Brake hoses and pipes (leakage, damage, clamp)–I–I–I
Brake fluid–R–R–R
Brake lever and cable (damage, stroke, operation) Inspect at first 15,000 km (9,000 miles) only.
Tires (wear, damage, rotation) I I I I I I
Wheel discs (damage) I I I I I I
Suspension system (tightness, damage, rattle, breakage)–I–I–I
Propeller shafts––I––I
Manual transmission oil (leakage, level) (I: 1st 15,000 km only) I–R––R
Automatic transmission Fluid level–I–I–I
Fluid change Replace every 165,000 km (99,000 miles).
Fluid hose–––R––
Transfer oil (leakage, level) I–I–I–
Differential oil (leakage, level) (R: 1st 15,000 km only) R or I–I–I–
Steering system (tightness, damage, breakage, rattle)–I–I–I
Power steering (if equipped) I I I I I I
All latches, hinges and locks–I–I–I
NOTE:
“R”: Replace or change
“I”: Inspect and correct, replace or lubricate if necessary
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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 shown in the fol-
lowing table.
Severe condition code
A : Repeated short trips
B : Driving on rough and/or muddy roads
C : Driving on dusty roads
D : Driving in extremely cold weather and/or salted roads
E : Repeated short trips in extremely cold weather
F : Leaded fuel use
G : – – – – –
H : Trailer towing (if admitted)
Severe
Condition CodeMaintenanceMaintenance
OperationMaintenance Interval
– B C D – – – –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 – C D E F – H Engine oil and oil filter R Every 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or 4 months
– B – – – – – –Exhaust pipe mountings IEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12 months
– – C – – – – –Air cleaner filter ✱1I Every 2,500 km (1,500 miles)
REvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) or 24 months
A B C – E F – H Spark plugsNickel spark plug R Every 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or 8 months
Iridium spark plug
REvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) or 24 months
– B C D – – – H Wheel bearing IEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12 months
– B – – – – – –Suspension bolts and nuts TEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12 months
– B – D E – – H Propeller shafts IEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12 months
– B – – E – – HManual transmission,
transfer and differential oilRFirst time only:
15,000 km (9,000 miles) or 12 months
Second time and after: Every 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) or 24 months reckoning from
0 km (0 mile) or 0 month
– B – – E – – H Automatic transmission fluid REvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) or 24 months
– B C D – – – –Steering knuckle seal IEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12 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
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Manual Transmission Oil
INSPECTION
1) Inspect transmission case for evidence of oil leakage.
Repair leaky point if any.
2) Make sure that vehicle is placed level for oil level check.
3) Remove level plug (2) of transmission.
4) Check oil level.
Oil level can be checked roughly by means of level plug hole.
That is, if oil flows out of level plug hole or if oil level is found
up to hole when level plug is removed, oil is properly filled.
If oil is found insufficient, pour specified amount of specified
oil.
5) Tighten level plug to specified torque.
Refer to “Maintenance Service” in Section 7A for installation
and tightening torque.
CHANGE
Change transmission oil with new specified oil referring to “Main-
tenance Service” in Section 7A.
Automatic Transmission Fluid
INSPECTION
1) Inspect transmission case for evidence of fluid leakage.
Repair leaky point, if any.
2) Make sure that vehicle is placed level for fluid level check.
3) Check fluid level.
For fluid level checking procedure, refer to “Fluid Level
Check” in Section 7B and be sure to perform it under speci-
fied conditions. If fluid level is low, replenish specified fluid.
CHANGE
1) Inspect transmission case for evidence of fluid leakage.
Repair leaky point, if any.
2) Make sure that vehicle is placed level for fluid level check.
3) Change fluid. For its procedure, refer to “Changing Fluid” in
Section 7B.
1. Dipstick
2.“FULL HOT” mark
3.“LOW HOT” mark
CAUTION:
Use of specified fluid is absolutely necessary.
1. Drain plug
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Final Inspection
SEATS
Check that seat slides smoothly and locks securely at any position. Also check that reclining mechanism of front
seat back allows it to be locked at any angle.
SEAT BELT
Inspect belt system including webbing, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchors for damage or wear.
If “REPLACE BELT” label on front seat belt is visible, replace belt. Check that seat belt is securely locked.
BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL CHECK
Check that the electrolyte level of all battery cells is between the upper and lower level lines on the case. If bat-
tery is equipped with built-in indicator, check battery condition by the indicator.
ACCELERATOR PEDAL OPERATION
Check that pedal operates smoothly without getting caught or interfered by any other part.
ENGINE START
Check engine start for readiness.
On automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the engine in each select lever position. The starting motor
should crank only in “P” (Park) or “N” (Neutral).
On manual transmission vehicles, place the shift lever in “Neutral,” depress clutch pedal fully any try to start.
EXHAUST SYSTEM CHECK
Check for leakage, cracks or loose supports.
CLUTCH (FOR MANUAL TRANSMISSION)
Check for the following.
Clutch is completely released when depressing clutch pedal,
No slipping clutch occurs when releasing pedal and accelerating.
Clutch itself is free from any abnormal condition. WARNING:
When carrying out road tests, select a safe place where no man or no running vehicle is seen so as to
prevent any accident.
WARNING:
Before performing the following check, be sure to have enough room around the vehicle. Then, firmly
apply both the parking brake and the regular brakes. Do not use the accelerator pedal. If the engine
starts, be ready to turn off the ignition promptly. Take these precautions because the vehicle could
move without warning and possibly cause personal injury or property damage.
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GEARSHIFT OR SELECTOR LEVER (TRANSMISSION)
Check gear shift or selector lever for smooth shifting to all positions and for good performance of transmission in
any position.
With automatic transmission equipped vehicle, also check that shift indicator indicates properly according to
which position selector lever is shifted to.
With automatic transmission equipped vehicle, make sure that vehicle is at complete stop when shifting selector
lever to “P” range position and release all brakes.
BRAKE
Foot Brake
Check the following:
that brake pedal has proper travel,
that brake works properly,
that it is free from noise,
that braking force is applied equally on all wheels,
and that brake do not drag.
Parking Brake
Check that lever has proper travel.
Check to ensure that parking brake is fully effective when the vehicle is stopped on the safe slope and brake
lever is pulled all the way.
STEERING
Check to ensure that steering wheel is free from instability, or abnormally heavy feeling.
Check that the vehicle does not wander or pull to one side.
ENGINE
Check that engine responds readily at all speeds.
Check that engine is free from abnormal noise and abnormal vibration.
BODY, WHEELS AND POWER TRANSMITTING SYSTEM
Check that body, wheels and power transmitting system are free from abnormal noise and abnormal vibration or
any other abnormal condition.
METERS AND GAUGE
Check that speedometer, odometer, fuel meter, temperature gauge, etc. are operating accurately.
LIGHTS
Check that all lights operate properly.
WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER
Periodically check that air comes out from defroster outlet when operating heater or air conditioning.
Set mode control lever to defroster position and fan switch lever to “HI” position for this check. WARNING:
With vehicle parked on a fairly steep slope, make sure nothing is in the way downhill to avoid any per-
sonal injury or property damage. Be prepared to apply regular brake quickly even if vehicle should
start to move.
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Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
Engine oilSE, SF, SG, SH, SJ or SL
(Refer to “Engine Oil and Oil Filter” in this section for engine oil viscos-
ity.)
Engine coolant
(Ethylene glycol base coolant)“Antifreeze/Anticorrosion coolant”
Brake fluid DOT 3
Manual transmission oil Refer to “Maintenance Service” in Section 7A.
Transfer oil Refer to “Oil Change” in Section 7D.
Differential oil (front & rear) Refer to “Oil Change” in Section 7E and 7F.
Automatic transmission fluid
An equivalent of DEXRON
®-IIE or DEXRON®-III
Power steering fluid
An equivalent of DEXRON
®-II, DEXRON®-IIE or DEXRON®-III
Clutch linkage pivot points
Water resistance chassis grease
(SUZUKI SUPER GREASE A 99000-25010)
Steering knuckle seal
Door hinges
Engine oil or water resistance chassis grease
Hood latch assembly
Key lock cylinder Spray lubricant
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On-Vehicle Service
Propeller Shafts
REMOVAL
1) Hoist vehicle.
2) Drain transmission oil only when servicing propeller shaft
No. 1.
3) Before removing propeller shaft (2), give match marks (1) on
each joint flange (3) and propeller shaft (2) as shown.
4) Remove propeller shaft(s).
INSPECTION
Inspect propeller shaft and flange yoke for damage, and propeller
shaft for runout.
If damage is found or shaft runout exceeds its limit, replace.
Propeller shaft runout limit : 0.8 mm (0.031 in.)
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INSTALLATION
Install propeller shaft(s) reversing removal procedure noting fol-
lowing points :
When installing propeller shaft, align the match marks.
Otherwise, vibration may occur during driving.
Use following specification to torque universal joint flange.
Tightening torque
Propeller shaft bolt (propeller shaft No.1, No.2 and No.3
rear differential side)
(a) : 50 N·m (5.0 kg-m, 36.5 lb-ft)
Propeller shaft bolt (propeller shaft No.3 transfer case
side)
(b) : 33 N·m (3.3 kg-m, 24 lb-ft)
Grease splines of propeller shaft No. 2 and No. 3.
“A” : Chassis Grease 99000-25030
Match marks (1) are provided on slip-on spline connections
of propeller shaft No. 2 and No. 3. Inserting splined end into
spIined bore without regard to match marks can be a possi-
ble cause of noise or vibration of propeller shaft. Be sure to
index marks. NOTE:
If transmission oil was drained for front propeller shaft
removal, pour specified gear oil into transmission case
to specified level.