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1. CUSTOMER COMPLAINT ANALYSIS
Record details of the problem (failure, complaint) and how it occurred as described by the customer. For this
purpose, use of such an inspection form will facilitate collecting information to the point required for proper anal-
ysis and diagnosis.
2. DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) / FREEZE FRAME DATA CHECK, RECORD AND CLEAR-
ANCE
First, check DTC (including pending DTC), referring to “DTC check” section. If DTC is indicated, print it and
freeze frame data or write them down and then clear them by referring to “DTC clearance” section. DTC indi-
cates 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 ques-
tion according to Step 4 and recheck DTC according to Step 5.
Attempt to diagnose a trouble based on DTC in this step only or failure to clear the DTC in this step will lead to
incorrect diagnosis, trouble diagnosis of a normal circuit or difficulty in troubleshooting.
3. AND 4. VISUAL INSPECTION
As a preliminary step, be sure to perform visual check of the items that support proper function of the engine
referring to “Visual Inspection” section.
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 Diagnosis section.
6. AND 7. RECHECKING AND RECORD OF DTC / FREEZE FRAME DATA
Refer to “DTC Check” section for checking procedure.
8. ENGINE BASIC INSPECTION AND ENGINE DIAGNOSIS TABLE
Perform basic engine check according to the “Engine Basic Inspection” first. When the end of the flow table has
been reached, check the parts of the system suspected as a possible cause referring to “Engine Diagnosis
Table” and based on symptoms appearing on the vehicle (symptoms obtained through steps of customer com-
plaint analysis, trouble symptom confirmation and / or basic engine check) and repair or replace faulty parts, if
any.
9. TROUBLESHOOTING FOR DTC (SEE EACH DTC DIAG. FLOW TABLE)
Based on the DTC indicated in Step 5 and referring to the applicable DTC diag. flow table in this section, locate
the cause of the trouble, namely in a sensor, switch, wire harness, connector, actuator, ECM or other part and
repair or replace faulty parts.
10. CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEM
Check parts where an intermittent trouble is easy to occur (e.g., wire harness, connector, etc.), referring to
“Intermittent and Poor Connection” in Section 0A and related circuit of DTC recorded in Step 2.
11. FINAL CONFIRMATION TEST
Confirm that the problem symptom has gone and the engine is free from any abnormal conditions. If what has
been repaired is related to the DTC, clear the DTC once, perform DTC confirmation procedure and confirm that
no DTC is indicated.NOTE:
If only Automatic transmission DTCs (P0702-P1717) or Immobilizer DTCs (P1620-P1623) are indicated
in this step, perform trouble diagnosis according to “Diagnosis” in Section 7B or Section 8G.
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Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) check
1) Turn ON ignition switch (but the engine at stop) and check
that MIL lights.
If MIL does not light up (or MIL dims), go to “Diagnostic Flow
Table A-1” for troubleshooting.
If MIL flushes, go to “Diagnostic Flow Table A-3” for trouble
shooting (vehicle without immobilizer indicator lamp).
2) Start engine and check that MIL turns OFF.
If MIL remains ON and no DTC is stored in ECM, go to
“Diagnostic Flow Table A-2” for troubleshooting.
Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) check
[Using SUZUKI Scan Tool]
1) Prepare SUZUKI scan tool.
2) With ignition switch OFF, connect it to data link connector
(DLC) (1) located on underside of instrument panel at
driver’s seat side.
Special tool
(A) : SUZUKI scan tool
3) Turn ignition switch ON and confirm that MIL lights.
4) Read DTC, pending DTC and freeze frame data according to
instructions displayed on scan tool and print it or write it
down.
Refer to scan tool operator’s manual for further details.
If communication between scan tool and ECM is not possi-
ble, check if scan tool is communicable by connecting it to
ECM in another vehicle. If communication is possible in this
case, scan tool is in good condition. Then check data link
connector and serial data line (circuit) in the vehicle with
which communication was not possible.
5) After completing the check, turn ignition switch off and dis-
connect scan tool from data link connector.
[Without Using SUZUKI Scan Tool] (Vehicle Without
Immobilizer Indicator Lamp)
1) Check malfunction indicator lamp referring to “Malfunction
Indicator Lamp Check” in this section.
2) With the ignition switch OFF position, connect diagnosis
switch terminal (3) and ground terminal (2) in monitor con-
nector (1) with service wire (4).
3) With the ignition switch ON position and leaving engine OFF,
read DTC from flashing pattern of malfunction indicator
lamp. Refer to “Diagnostic Trouble Code Table”.
If lamp does not flash or remains ON or OFF, go to “Diag-
nostic Flow Table A-4”.
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4) After completing the check, turn the ignition switch OFF posi-
tion and disconnect service wire from monitor coupler.
Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) clearance
[Using SUZUKI Scan Tool]
1) Connect SUZUKI scan tool to data link connector in the
same manner as when making this connection for DTC
check.
2) Turn ignition switch ON.
3) Erase DTC and pending DTC according to instructions dis-
played on scan tool. Refer to scan tool operator’s manual for
further details.
4) After completing the clearance, turn ignition switch off and
disconnect scan tool from data link connector.
[Without Using SUZUKI Scan Tool]
1) Turn the ignition switch OFF position.
2) Disconnect battery negative cable for specified time below to
erase diagnostic trouble code stored in ECM memory and
reconnect it.
Time required to erase DTC NOTE:
If abnormality or malfunction lies in two or more areas,
malfunction indicator lamp indicates applicable codes
three times each.
And flashing of these codes is repeated as long as
diagnosis terminal is grounded and ignition switch is
held at ON position.
Take a note of diagnostic trouble code indicated first.
NOTE:
DTC and freeze frame data stored in ECM memory are
also cleared in following cases. Be careful not to clear
them before keeping their record.
When power to ECM is cut off (by disconnecting bat-
tery cable, removing fuse or disconnecting ECM con-
nectors)
When the same malfunction (DTC) is not detected
again during 40 engine warm-up cycles.
Ambient temperature Time to cut power to ECM
Over 0 °C (32 °F) 30 sec. or longer
Under 0 °C (32 °F)Not specifiable.
Select a place with higher than
0 °C (32 °F) temperature.
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Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) table
DTC
NO.DETECTING ITEM DETECTING CONDITION
(DTC will set when detecting :)MIL
(vehicle
with immo-
bilizer indi-
cator lamp)MIL
(vehicle
without
immobi-
lizer indica-
tor lamp)
P0105
(No.11)Manifold absolute pressure
circuit malfunctionLow pressure-high vacuum-low voltage
(or MAP sensor circuit shorted to ground)
High pressure-low vacuum-high voltage
(or MAP sensor circuit open)1 driving
cycle1 driving
cycle
P0110
(No.18)Intake air temp. circuit mal-
functionIntake air temp. circuit low input
Intake air temp. circuit high input1 driving
cycle1 driving
cycle
P0115
(No.19)Engine coolant temp. cir-
cuit malfunctionEngine coolant temp. circuit low input
Engine coolant temp. circuit high input1 driving
cycle1 driving
cycle
P0120
(No.13)Throttle position circuit mal-
functionThrottle position circuit low input
Throttle position circuit high input1 driving
cycle1 driving
cycle
P0121Throttle position circuit per-
formance problemPoor performance of TP sensor 2 driving
cyclesNot
applicable
P0130
(No.14)HO2S circuit malfunction
(Sensor-1)Min. output voltage of HO2S-higher than
specification
Max. output voltage of HO2S-lower than
specification2 driving
cycles1 driving
cycle
P0133HO2S circuit slow response
(Sensor-1)Response time of HO2S-1 output voltage
between rich and lean is longer than spec-
ification.2 driving
cyclesNot
applicable
P0135
(No.14)HO2S heater circuit mal-
function (Sensor-1)Terminal voltage is lower than specification
at heater OFF or it is higher at heater ON.2 driving
cycles1 driving
cycle
P0136HO2S circuit malfunction
(Sensor-2)HO2S-2 voltage is higher than specifica-
tion2 driving
cyclesNot
applicable
P0141HO2S heater circuit mal-
function (Sensor-2)Terminal voltage is lower than specification
at heater OFF or it is higher at heater ON.
(or heater circuit or short)2 driving
cyclesNot
applicable
P0171 Fuel system too leanShort term fuel trim or total fuel trim (short
and long terms added) is larger than spec-
ification for specified time or longer.
(fuel trim toward rich side is large.)2 driving
cyclesNot
applicable
P0172 Fuel system too richShort term fuel trim or total fuel trim (short
and long term added) is smaller than spec-
ification for specified time or longer.
(fuel trim toward lean side is large.)2 driving
cyclesNot
applicable
P0300
P0301
P0302
P0303
P0304Random misfire detected
Cylinder 1 misfire detected
Cylinder 2 misfire detected
Cylinder 3 misfire detected
Cylinder 4 misfire detectedMisfire of such level as to cause damage
to three way catalystMIL flashing
during mis-
fire detec-
tionNot
applicable
Misfire of such level as to deteriorate emis-
sion but not to cause damage to three way
catalyst2 driving
cyclesNot
applicable
P0325
(No.17)Knock sensor circuit mal-
functionKnock sensor circuit low input
Knock sensor circuit high input1 driving
cycle1 driving
cycle
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Visual inspection
Visually check following parts and systems.
INSPECTION ITEM REFERRING SECTION
Engine oil – level, leakage Section 0B
Engine coolant – level, leakage Section 0B
Fuel – level, leakage Section 0B
A/T fluid – level, leakage Section 0B
Air cleaner element – dirt, clogging Section 0B
Battery – fluid level, corrosion of terminal
Water pump belt – tension, damage Section 0B
Throttle cable – play, installation
Section 6E Vacuum hoses of air intake system – disconnection, looseness,
deterioration, bend
Connectors of electric wire harness – disconnection, friction
Fuses – burning Section 8
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 Section 6
Charge warning lamp – operation Section 6H
Engine oil pressure warning lamp – operation Section 8 (Section 6 for pressure check)
Engine coolant temp. meter – operation Section 8
Fuel level meter – operation Section 8
Tachometer, if equipped – operation
Abnormal air being inhaled from air intake system
Exhaust system – leakage of exhaust gas, noise
Other parts that can be checked visually
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Engine basic inspection
This check is very important for troubleshooting when ECM has detected no DTC and no abnormality has been
found in visual inspection.
Follow the flow table carefully.
Step Action Yes No
1Was “Engine Diag. Flow Table” performed? Go to Step 2. Go to “Engine Diag. Flow
Table”.
2 Check battery voltage.
Is it 11 V or more?Go to Step 3. Charge or replace battery.
3 Is engine cranked? Go to Step 4. Go to “Diagnosis” in Sec-
tion 6G.
4 Does engine start? Go to Step 5. Go to Step 9.
5 Check idle speed as follows :
1) Warm up engine to normal operating temp.
2) Shift transmission to neutral position for M/T
(“P” position for A/T).
3) All of electrical loads are switched off.
4) Check engine idle speed with scan tool.
See Fig. 1.
Is it 650 – 750 r/min (700 – 800 r/min. for A/T
vehicle)?Go to Step 6. Go to “Engine Diagnosis
Table”.
6 Is SUZUKI scan tool available? Go to Step 8. Go to Step 7.
7 Check ignition timing as follows :
1) Connect test switch terminal (2) of monitor
coupler (1) to ground. See Fig. 2.
2) Remove air cleaner bolt and crips and shift
air cleaner position to observe ignition tim-
ing.
3) Using timing light (1), check initial ignition
timing.
See Fig. 4.
Is it 5° ± 3° BTDC at specified idle speed?Go to “Engine Diagnosis
Table”.Check ignition control
related parts referring to
Section 6F.
8 Check ignition timing as follows :
1) Select “MISC” mode on SUZUKI scan tool
and fix ignition timing to initial one. See Fig.
3.
2) Remove air cleaner bolt and crips and shift
air cleaner position to observe ignition tim-
ing.
3) Using timing light (1), check initial ignition
timing. See Fig. 4.
Is it 5° ± 3° BTDC at specified idle speed?Go to “Engine Diagnosis
Table”.Check ignition control
related parts referring to
Section 6F.
9 Check immobilizer system malfunction as fol-
lows (if equipped) :
1) Check immobilizer indicator lamp or MIL
(malfunction indicator lamp) for flashing.
Is it flashing when ignition switch is turned to
ON position?Go to “Diagnosis” in Sec-
tion 8G.Go to Step 10.
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Engine has no power
Engine overheating Refer to “Overheating” of this table.
Faulty ignition coil Ignition coil assembly in Section 6F.
Faulty knock sensor Knock sensor malfunction in this sec-
tion.
Fuel pressure out of specification Diagnostic Flow Table B-3
Faulty injector Diagnostic Flow Table B-1
Faulty TP sensor, ECT sensor or MAP
sensorTP sensor, ECT sensor or MAP sen-
sor in Section 6E.
Faulty ECM Inspection of ECM and its circuit in
this section.
Malfunctioning EGR valve (if equipped) EGR system in Section 6E.
Maladjusted accelerator cable play Accelerator cable adjustment in Sec-
tion 6E.
Low compression Previously outlined.
Dragging brakes Diagnosis table in Section 5.
Slipping clutch Diagnosis table in Section 7C.
Improper engine idling
or engine fails to idleFaulty ignition coil Ignition coil assembly in Section 6F.
Engine overheating Refer to “Overheating” of this table.
Fuel pressure out of specification Diagnostic Flow Table B-3
Faulty idle air control system Diagnostic Flow Table B-4
Faulty evaporative emission control sys-
temEVAP control system in Section 6E.
Faulty injector Diagnostic Flow Table B-1
Faulty ECT sensor, TP sensor or MAP
sensorECT sensor, TP sensor or MAP sen-
sor in Section 6E.
Malfunctioning PCV system PCV system in Section 6F.
Faulty ECM Inspection of ECM and its circuit in
this section.
Faulty EGR system (if equipped) EGR system in Section 6E.
Low compression Previously outlined.
Engine hesitates
(Momentary lack of
response as the accel-
erator is depressed.
Can occur at all vehicle
speeds.
Usually most severe
when first trying to
make the vehicle move,
as from a stop sign.)Faulty ignition coil Ignition coil assembly in Section 6F.
Engine overheating Refer to “Overheating” of this table.
Fuel pressure out of specification Diagnostic Flow Table B-3
Faulty injector Diagnostic Flow Table B-1
Faulty TP sensor, ECT sensor or MAP
sensorTP sensor, ECT sensor or MAP sen-
sor in Section 6E.
Faulty ECM Inspection of ECM and its circuit in
this section.
Malfunctioning EGR valve (if equipped) EGR system in Section 6E.
Low compression Previously outlined.
Surges
(Engine power variation
under steady throttle or
cruise.
Feels like the vehicle
speeds up and down
with no change in the
accelerator pedal.)Faulty ignition coil or high-tension cord Ignition coil assembly or high-tension
cords in Section 6F.
Variable fuel pressure Diagnostic Flow Table B-3
Faulty MAP sensor MAP sensor in Section 6E.
Faulty injector Diagnostic Flow Table B-1
Faulty ECM Inspection of ECM and its circuit in
this section.
Malfunctioning EGR valve (if equipped) EGR system in Section 6E. Condition Possible Cause Reference Item
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Excessive detonation
(The engine makes
sharp metallic knocks
that change with throt-
tle opening.
Sounds like pop corn
popping.)Engine overheating Refer to “Overheating” of this table.
Faulty spark plug Spark plugs in Section 6F.
Clogged fuel filter and fuel lines Diagnostic Flow Table B-3
Malfunctioning EGR valve (if equipped) EGR system in Section 6E.
Poor performance of knock sensor, ECT
sensor or MAP sensorKnock sensor in this section, ECT
sensor or MAP sensor in Section 6E.
Faulty injector Diagnostic Flow Table B-1
Faulty ECM Inspection of ECM and its circuit in
this section.
Excessive combustion chamber deposits Piston and cylinder head in Section
6A1.
Overheating
Inoperative thermostat Thermostat in Section 6B.
Faulty A/C condenser fan motor or its cir-
cuitA/C condenser fan control system
check in Section 6E.
Loose or slip water pump belt ITEM1-1 Drive belt inspection and
change in Section 0B.
Poor water pump performance Water pump in Section 6B.
Clogged or leaky radiator Radiator in Section 6B.
Improper engine oil grade ITEM1-3 Engine oil and oil filter
change in Section 0B.
Clogged oil filter or oil strainer Oil pressure check in Section 6A1.
Poor oil pump performance Oil pressure check in Section 6A1.
Dragging brakes Diagnosis Table in Section 5.
Slipping clutch Diagnosis Table in Section 7C.
Blown cylinder head gasket Valves and cylinder head in Section
6A1.
Poor gasoline mileage
Faulty ignition coil Ignition coil assembly in Section 6F.
Fuel pressure out of specification Diagnostic Flow Table B-3
Faulty TP sensor, ECT sensor or MAP
sensorTP sensor, ECT sensor or MAP sen-
sor in Section 6E.
Faulty injector Diagnostic Flow Table B-1
Faulty ECM Inspection of ECM and its circuit in
this section.
Malfunctioning EGR valve (if equipped) EGR system in Section 6E.
High idle speed Refer to item “Improper Engine Idle
Speed” previously outlined.
Low compression Previously outlined.
Poor valve seating Valves and cylinder head in Section
6A1.
Dragging brakes Diagnosis Table in Section 5.
Slipping clutch Diagnosis Table in Section 7C.
Thermostat out of order Thermostat in Section 6B.
Improper tire pressure Refer to Section 3F. Condition Possible Cause Reference Item