2008 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA brakes

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Schedule ....................................................... 7-2
Periodic Maintenance Schedule ........................................ 7-2
Maintenance Recommended under
Severe Driving
Conditions ........................................................................\
... 7-5
Drive Belt ........................................................................\
..... 7-7
Engine
Oil and Filter ........................................................... 7-8
Engine Coolant ..............................................................•..... \
7-13
Air Cleaner ., ........................................................................\
. 7-16
Spark Plugs ........................................................................\
. 7-17
Gear
Oil .................................................... ; ........................... 7-19
Clutch Pedal ........................................................................\

7-21 _
Automatic Transmission (AT) Fluid .................................. 7-21
Fuel Filter (Diesel engine) .................................................. 7-23
Brakes ........................................................................\
.......... 7-23
60G41 0 Steering ........................................................................\
........ 7-25
Power Steering
(if equipped) ............................................. 7-25
Tires ........................................................................\
.............. 7-26
Battery ........................................................................\
.......... 7-28
Fuses ...........................................
: ........................................ 7-30
Headlight Aiming ................................................................. 7-35
Head
Light Washer Fluid .................................................... 7-35
Bulb Replacement ............................................................... 7-35
Wiper Blades ....................................................................... \
7-42
Windshield Washer Fluid ................................................... 7-46
Air Conditioning System .................................................... 7-46

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Fuel Filter (Diesel engine)
F9Q diesel
78K077
The fuel filter works as a water sedimentor
as well.
Drain water when the fuel filter warning
light comes on. To drain water: 1) Place a pan or ample rag under the fuel filter drain nozzle. 2) Loosen the drain knob. The water will be drained. 3) Tighten the drain knob when the water
changes to the diesel fuel. 4) Tighten the drain knob.
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Brakes
Brake Fluid
64J154
Check the brake fluid level by looking at
the reservoir in the engine compartment.
Check that the fluid level is between the "MAX" and "MIN" lines. If the brake fluid level is near the "MIN" line, fill it up to the "MAX" line with SAE J1703 or DOT3 brake
fluid.
A WARNING
Failure to follow the guidelines below can result in personal injury or seri­
ous damage to the brake system. . • If the brake fluid in the reservoir drops below a certain level, the
brake warning light on the instru­
ment panel will come on (the
engine must be running with the
parking brake fully disengaged).
Should the light come on, immedi­
ately ask your SUZUKI dealer to inspect the brake system. . • A rapid fluid loss indicates a leak In the brake system which should be
inspected by your SUZUKI dealer
immediately.
• Brake fluid can harm your eyes and
damage painted surfaces. Use cau­
tion when refilling the reservoir. • Do not use any fluid other than SAE
J1703 or DOT3 brake fluid. Do not use reclaimed fluid or fluid that has
been stored in old or open contain­
ers. It is essential that foreign parti­cles and other liquids are kept out of the brake fluid reservoir.

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Brake fluid is harmful or fatal if swal­lowed, and harmful if it comes in con­tact with skin or eyes. If swallowed,
do not induce vomiting. Immediately contact a poison control center or a
physician. If brake fluid gets in eyes
flush eyes with water and seek medi~ cal a~ention. ~ash thoroughly after
handling. Solution can be poisonous to animals. Keep out of the reach of
children and animals.
NOTE: With disc brakes, the fluid level can be
expected to gradually fall as the brake
pads wear.
Brake Pedal Check. if the ~rake pedal·stops at the regu­lar height without "spongy" feeling when you depress it. If not, have the brake sys­tem inspected by your SUZUKI dealer. If you doubt the brake pedal for the regular
height, check it as follows:
. .
54G108
Pedal to wall minimum distance "a": 70 mm (2.8 in.)
With the engine running, measure the dis­tance between the brake pedal and floor
wall when the pedal is depressed with
approximate~y. 300 ~ (30 kg, 66 Ibs) of force: .The ~Inlmum distance required is as spec!fled. SIn?e vour vehicle's brake sys­tem IS self-adJusting, there is no need for
pedal adjustment.
If the pedal to floor wall distance as mea­sured above is less than the minimum dis­~ance required, have your vehicle Inspected by your SUZUKI dealer.
NOTE: When measuring the distance between the i?rake pedal and floor wall, be sure not to mclude the floor mat or rubber on the floor
wall in your measurement.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
60G104S
A WARNING
If you experience any of the following
problems with your vehicle's brake
system, have the vehicle inspected
immediately
by your SUZUKI dealer. • Poor braking performance • Uneven braking (Brakes not work-
ing uniformly on all wheels.) • Excessive pedal travel • Brake dragging • Excessive noise • Pedal pulsation (Pedal pulsates
when depressed.) .
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Parking Brake
EXAMPLE
Ratchet tooth specification "b": 5th -7th Lever pull force (1): 200 N (20 kg, 44 Ibs)
54G109
Check the parking brake for proper adjust­
ment by counting the number of clicks made by the ratchet teeth as you slowly pull up on the parking brake lever to the
point of full engagement. The parking brake lever should stop between the speci­
fied ratchet teeth and the rear wheels
should be securely locked. If the parking brake is not properly adjusted or the
brakes drag after the lever has been fully released, have the parking brake inspected
and/or adjusted by your SUZUKI dealer.
7-25
Steering
EXAMPLE
Steering wheel play "c": 0-30 mm (0.0 -1.2 in.)
\! "c"
{)
7BKOBO
Check the play of the steering wheel by gently turning it from left to right and mea­
suring the distance that it moves before
you feel slight resistance. The play should be between the specified values.
Check that the steering wheel turns easily and smoothly without rattling by turning it all the way to the right and to the left while driving very slowly in an open area. If the
amount of free play is outside the specifi­
cation or you find anything else to be wrong, an inspection must be performed by your SUZUKI dealer.
Power Steering (if equipped)
(1) UPPER (2) LOWER
(1)
(2)
64J155
Check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or damage.
Power Steering Fluid Check the fluid level by looking at the res­ervoir in the engine compartment when the fluid is cold (about room temperature).
Check that the fluid
level is between the (1) and (2) lines. If the fluid level is near the (2) line, fill it up to the (1) line with an auto­
matic transmission fluid eauivalent to DEXRON®-II, DEXRON@-IIE or DEXRON®-III. Do not overfill.