2005 SUZUKI JIMNY Oil gear

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 0B-17
FLUID COOLER HOSE CHANGE
Replace inlet and outlet hoses of cooler hose and their clamps.
For replacement procedure, refer to “Oil Cooler Hoses” in Section
7B.
Transfer and Differential Oil
INSPECTION
1) Check transfer case and differential for evidence of oil leak-
age.
Repair leaky point if any.
2) Make sure that vehicle is placed level for oil level check.
3) Remove level plug of transfer and differentials (front and
rear) and 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.
4) Tighten level plug to specified torque.
Refer to “Oil Change” in Section 7D, 7E or 7F for tightening
torque.
CHANGE
Change transfer oil and differentials oil with new specified oil
referring to “Oil Change” in Section 7D, 7E or 7F.
[A] : Transfer
[B] : Front differential
[C] : Rear differential
1. Oil filler/level plug (Apply sealant for transfer)
2. Drain plug (Apply sealant)
CAUTION:
Hypoid gear oil must be used for differential.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 0B-18 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Steering System
INSPECTION
1) Check steering wheel for play and rattle, holding vehicle in
straight forward condition on the ground.
Steering wheel play
“a”: 0 – 30 mm (0 – 1.2 in.)
2) Check universal joints of steering lower shaft (1) for rattle
and damage. If rattle or damage is found, replace defective
part with a new one.
3) Check steering linkage (including kingpin) for looseness and
damage. Repair or replace defective part, if any.
4) Check bolts and nuts for tightness and retighten them as
necessary. Repair or replace defective parts, if any.
Refer to table of “Tightening Torque Specifications” in Sec-
tion 3B (or 3B1) and 3C for particular check points.
5) Inspect steering gear box (2) for evidence of oil leakage. If
leakage is found, check oil level in gear box.
6) Check boots of steering linkage for damage (leaks, detach-
ment, tear, dent, etc.). If damage is found, replace defective
boot with new one.
7) Check wheel alignment. Refer to “Preliminary Checks Prior
to Adjusting Front Alignment” in Section 3A.
Steering Knuckle Seal
INSPECTION
1) Remove knuckle seal cover (1).
2) Check knuckle seal (2) for wear, damage and deterioration.
If defective, replace.
3) Apply grease to seal lip and install seal and seal cover.
“a”: Grease 99000-25010

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine STEERING, SUSPENSION, WHEELS AND TIRES 3-3
Shimmy, Shake or
VibrationTire or wheel out of balance Balance wheels or replace tire
and/or wheel.
Loose wheel bearings Replace wheel bearing.
Loose wheel hub nuts Retighten.
Worn tie rod ends Replace tie rod end.
Worn king pin bearings or king pins Replace king pin bearing and/or
king pin.
Excessive wheel runout Repair or replace wheel and/or tire.
Blister or bump on tire Replace tire.
Excessively loaded radial runout of tire / wheel
assemblyReplace tire or wheel.
Disturbed front wheel alignment Check and adjust front wheel align-
ment.
Loose or worn steering linkage Tighten or replace steering linkage.
Loose steering gear box bolts Tighten box bolts.
Worn steering knuckle oil seal Replace.
Hard Steering
Bind in tie rod end ball studs or king pin bear-
ingsReplace tie rod end or king pin
bearing.
Disturbed front wheel alignment Check and adjust front wheel align-
ment.
Steering gear box adjustment Check and adjust steering gear
box.
Tire not adequately inflated Inflate tires to proper pressure.
Bind in steering column Repair or replace.
Low fluid level, loose drive belt or malfunction of
power steering system (if equipped with P/S)Check and correct.
Too Much Play in
SteeringWheel bearings worn Replace wheel bearing.
Steering gear box attachments loose Tighten or repair.
Steering gear box adjustments Check and adjust steering gear
box.
Worn steering shaft joints Replace joint.
Worn tie rod ends drug rod ball joints Replace tie rod end.
Worn king pin bearings or king pin Replace king pin bearing and/or
king pin.
Poor Returnability
Bind in tie rod end ball studs Replace tie rod end.
Bind in king pin bearings Replace king pin bearing.
Bind in steering column Repair or replace.
Steering gear box needing lubricant Check, repair or lubricate steering
gear box.
Disturbed front wheel alignment Check and adjust front wheel align-
ment.
Steering gear box not properly adjusted Check and adjust steering gear box
torque.
Tires not adequately inflated Adjust pressure.
Steering Noise
(Rattle or Chuckle)Loose bolts and nuts Retighten.
Broken or otherwise damaged wheel bearings Replace wheel bearing.
Worn or sticky tie rod ends Replace tire rod end.
Linkage joints needing grease Lubricate or replace. Condition Possible Cause Correction

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine STEERING GEAR BOX (MANUAL TYPE) AND LINKAGE 3B-1
6F1
6F2
6G
6H
3B
7C1
7D
7E
7D
7E
7F
8A
8B
8C
8D
8E
9
10
10A
10B
SECTION 3B
STEERING GEAR BOX (MANUAL TYPE)
AND LINKAGE
CONTENTS
General Description ....................................... 3B-2
Diagnosis ........................................................ 3B-3
Diagnosis Table ........................................... 3B-3
Steering Wheel Play Check ......................... 3B-3
Tie Rod And Drag Rod Check ...................... 3B-3
Steering Gear Box Oil Level Check ............. 3B-4
Adjustment of Worm Shaft Starting Torque . 3B-4On-Vehicle Service ........................................ 3B-6
Steering Gear Box ....................................... 3B-6
Tie Rod And Drag Rod................................. 3B-8
Tightening Torque Specifications .............. 3B-10
Required Service Material ........................... 3B-10
Special Tools ................................................ 3B-10 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 negative cable is disconnected from the battery. Otherwise, the system may
be activated by reserve energy in the Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM)
NOTE:
All steering gear fasteners are important attaching parts in that they could affect the performance of
vital parts and systems, and/or could result in major repair expense. They must be replaced with one
of the same part number or with an equivalent part if replacement becomes necessary. Do not use a
replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified dur-
ing reassembly to assure proper retention of these parts.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 3B-4 STEERING GEAR BOX (MANUAL TYPE) AND LINKAGE
Steering Gear Box Oil Level Check
Oil surface should be up to the level as shown in figure. If not, add
prescribed gear oil, SAE 90.
Steering gear box oil level
“a” : 23 mm (0.91 in.)
Apply sealant to thread parts of breathing plug and tighten breath-
ing plug to specified torque.
(A) : Sealant 99000-31110
Tightening torque
Breathing plug
(a) : 4 N·m (0.4 kg-m, 3.0 lb-ft)
Adjustment of Worm Shaft Starting Torque
Steering gear box has adjusting bolt (1) which gives preload to
sector shaft.
Special tool
(A) : 09944-18211
MAKE ADJUSTMENT ACCORDING TO FOLLOWING PRO-
CEDURE.
1) Check worm shaft (1) to ensure that it is free from thrust
play.
2) Position pitman arm (2) in nearly parallel with worm shaft (1)
as shown. (With pitman arm (2) in this position, front wheels
are in straightforward state.)

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 3B-10 STEERING GEAR BOX (MANUAL TYPE) AND LINKAGE
Tightening Torque Specifications
Required Service Material
Special Tools
Fastening partTightening torque
Nm kg-m lb-ft
Steering gear box oil plug 4 0.4 3.0
Steering gear box adjusting bolt lock nut 30 3.0 22.0
Pitman arm mounting nut 135 13.5 98.0
Steering shaft joint bolt 25 2.5 18.0
Steering gear box nuts and bolt 80 8.0 58.0
Tie rod end nut and drag rod end nut
(knuckle side)43 4.3 31.5
Wheel nut 95 9.5 69.0
Tie rod end lock nut 65 6.5 47.0
Drag rod end nut (pitman arm side) 50 5.0 36.5
MaterialRecommended SUZUKI product
(Part Number)Use
Sealant SUZUKI BOND NO. 1215
(99000-31110)Thread of oil breathing plug
09913-65210 09944-18211
Tie-rod end remover Pinion torque checking socket

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 3B1-10 POWER STEERING (P/S) SYSTEM (If equipped)
Hydraulic Pressure In P/S Circuit Check
1) Clean where pipe is connected thoroughly, then disconnect
high pressure hose from high pressure pipe connector and
connect oil pressure gauge (special tool) as shown.
Special tool
(A) : 09915-77410
(B) : 09915-77420
2) Bleed air.
3) With engine running at idling speed, keep turning steering
wheel to the right and left till fluid in P/S fluid reservoir is
warmed to 50 to 60 °C (122 – 140 °F)
4) Back pressure check
With engine running at idling speed and hands off from
steering wheel, check hydraulic pressure.
If back pressure exceeds 980 kPa (10 kg/cm
2, 142 psi),
check control valve and pipes for obstruction.
Back pressure : 980 kPa (10 kg/cm
2, 142 psi)
1. To gear box 4. Union bolt
2. Attachment 5. Pressure hose
3. Washer
1. P/S fluid reservoir 5. Low pressure side
2. P/S pump 6. High pressure side
3. Steering gear box 7. Valve (open)
4. Oil pump pressure gauge

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine POWER STEERING (P/S) SYSTEM (If equipped) 3B1-11
5) Relief pressure check
a) Increase engine speed to about 1,500 to 1,600 rpm.
Close valve (6) gradually while watching pressure increase
indicated on gauge (4) and take reading of relief pressure
(maximum hydraulic pressure).
If higher than 8,400 kPa (85 kg/cm
2, 1208 psi), malfunction
of relief valve.
If lower than 6,400 kPa (65 kg/cm
2, 925 psi), failure of P/S
pump or settling of relief valve spring.
Relief pressure
6,400 – 8,400 kPa (65 – 85 kg/cm
2, 925 – 1208 psi)
b) Next, open gauge valve (6) fully and increase engine speed
to about 1,500 to 1,600 r/min. Then turn steering wheel to
the left or right fully and take reading of relief pressure.
If lower than 6,400 kPa (65 kg/cm
2, 1280 psi), failure in
steering gear.
Relief pressure
6,400 – 8,400 kPa (65 – 85 kg/cm
2, 925 – 1208 psi) CAUTION:
Be sure not to keep gauge valve closed for longer than
10 seconds.
Never keep steering wheel turned fully for longer than
10 seconds.
1. P/S fluid reservoir 3. Steering gear box
2. P/S pump 5. High pressure side
1. P/S fluid reservoir 4. Oil pressure gauge
2. P/S pump 5. High pressure side
3. Steering gear box