SUZUKI GRAND VITARA 1999 2.G User Guide

0A-6 GENERAL INFORMATION
Identification Information
Vehicle Identification Number
The vehicle body number is on the left side of instrument panel
and punched on the chassis inside the tire housing on the right
front side.

GENERAL INFORMATION 0A-7
Engine Identification Number
The number is punched on the cylinder block.
Engine Identification Number Specification
Transmission Identification Number
The A/T manufacture’s identification number is located on the
transmission case as shown. However, the M/T identification
number is not assign.
27 H A 100001
Sequential Number
Engine Displacement
(27 2.7 Liter)
Engine Type

0A-8 GENERAL INFORMATION
Warning, Caution and Information Labels
The figure below shows main labels among others that are attached to vehicle component parts.
When servicing and handling parts, refer to WARNING/CAUTION instructions printed on labels.
If any WARNING/CAUTION label is found stained or damaged, clean or replace it as necessary.
1. Passenger seat belt label (if equipped) 5. Blank 9. Jacking instruction label
2. Radiator cap label 6. Air bag label on sun visor 10. Transfer label (if equipped)
3. Air bag label 7. Air bag label on sun visor (Back side)
Air bag label and utility vehicle label on sun visor (Face side)11. Armrest label on strap
4. Engine cooling fan label 8. Jacking instructions 12. Seat label (if equipped)
1. Air bag label on driver air bag (inflator) module 5. Air bag label on wire harness
2. Air bag label on combination switch and contact coil assembly 6. Air bag label on SDM
3. Air bag label on steering column cover 7. Pretensioner label on seat belt pretensioner
4. Air bag label on passenger air bag (inflator) module
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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 0B-1
0B
SECTION 0B
MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
CONTENTS
Maintenance Schedule .................................. 0B-2
Maintenance Schedule under Normal
Driving Conditions ........................................ 0B-2
Maintenance Recommended under Severe
Driving Conditions ........................................ 0B-4Maintenance Service ..................................... 0B-5
Engine and Emission Control....................... 0B-5
Drive belt inspection and replacement ..... 0B-5
Engine oil and filter replacement .............. 0B-6

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 the negative cable is disconnected from the battery. Otherwise, the system
may be activated by reserve energy in the Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM).
NOTE:
For the descriptions (items) not found in this section, refer to the same section of the Service Manual
mentioned in FOREWORD of this manual.

0B-2 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule under Normal Driving Conditions
NOTE:
 This interval should be judged by odometer reading or months, whichever comes first.
 This table includes service as scheduled up to 90,000 km (54,000 miles) mileage. Beyond 90,000 km
(54,000 miles), carry out the same services at the same intervals respectively.
IntervalKm (× 1,000) 15 30 45 60 75 90
Miles (× 1,000) 9 18 27 36 45 54
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72
ENGINE
1-1. Drive belt V-rib belt (Flat type)––I––R
1-4. Engine oil and oil filter R R R R R R
1-5. Engine coolant––R––R
1-6. Exhaust system–I–I–I
IGNITION SYSTEM
2-1. Spark plugs When
unleaded
fuel is usedVehicle without
HO2SNickel plug –R–R–R
Iridium plug–––R––
Vehicle with
HO2SNickel plug ––R––R
Iridium plug Replace every 105,000 km or
63,000 miles
When leaded fuel is used, refer to “MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDED UNDER
SERVER DRIVING CONDITIONS” in this section.
FUEL SYSTEM
3-1. Air cleaner filter I I R I I R
3-2. Fuel lines and connections–I–I–I
3-3. Fuel filter Replace every 105,000 km or
63,000 miles
3-4. Fuel tank––I––I
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
4-1. Crankcase ventilation hoses and connections (Vehicle without
HO2S)––I––I
4-2. PCV valve Vehicle without HO2S––I––I
Vehicle with HO2S–––––I
4-3. Fuel evaporative emission con-
trol systemVehicle without HO2S–I–I–I
Vehicle with HO2S–––––I
NOTE:
 “R”: Replace or change
 “I”: Inspect and correct, replace or lubricate if necessary
 For Sweden, item 2-1, 4-2 and 4-3 should be performed by odometer reading only.
 For Item 2-1. Nickel spark plugs, replace every 50,000 km if the local law requires.
 Nickel spark plug: BKR6E-11 or K20PR-U11
 Iridium spark plug: IFR5J11 or SK16PR11

MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 0B-3
IntervalKm (× 1,000) 153045607590
Miles (× 1,000) 9 18 27 36 45 54
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72
CHASSIS AND BODY
6-1. Clutch (pedal and fluid level)–I–I–I
6-2.Brake discs and pads (thickness, wear, damage) IIIIII
Brake drums and shoes (wear, damage)–I–I–I
6-3. Brake hoses and pipes (leakage, damage, clamp)–I–I–I
6-4. Brake fluid–R–R–R
6-5. Brake lever and cable (damage, stroke, operation) Inspect at first 15,000 km (9,000 miles)
only
6-6.Tires (wear, damage, rotation) IIIIII
6-7.Wheel discs (damage) IIIIII
6-8. Suspension system (tighteness, damage, rattle, breakage)–I–I–I
6-9. Propeller shafts and drive shafts––I––I
6-10. Manual transmission oil (leakage, level) (I: 1st 15,000 km only) I–R––R
6-11. Automatic transmission Fluid level –I–I–I
Fluid change Replace every 165,000 km (99,000
miles)
Fluid hose–––R––
6-12. Transfer oil (leakage, level) I–I–I–
6-13. Differential oil (leakage, level) (R: 1st 15,000 km only) R or I–I–I–
6-14. Steering system (tighteness, damage, breakage, rattle)–I–I–I
6-15.Power steering (if equipped) IIIIII
6-16. All latches, hinges and locks–I–I–I
6-17. Air conditioning filter (if equipped)–IR–IR
NOTE:
 “R”: Replace or change
 “I”: Inspect and correct, replace or lubricate if necessary

0B-4 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
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 given in the
chart below.
Severe condition code :
A: Repeated short trips E: Repeated short trips in extremely cold weather
B: Driving on rough and/or muddy roads F: Leaded fuel use
C: Driving on dusty roads G: – – – – – –
– –
D: Driving in extremely cold weather
and/or salted roadsH: Trailer towing (if admitted)
Severe
Condition CodeMaintenanceMaintenance
OperationMaintenance Interval
– B CD – – –ITEM 1-1
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 – CDEF – HITEM 1-4
Engine oil and oil filterREvery 5,000 km
(3,000 miles) or 4 months
– B– – – – – –ITEM 1-6
Exhaust pipe mountingsIEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12 months
– – C – – – – – ITEM 3-1
Air cleaner filter *1IEvery 2,500 km
(1,5000 miles)
REvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) or 24 months
ABC–EF–HITEM 2-1
Spark plugsNickel plug REvery 10,000 km
(6,000 miles) or 8 months
Iridium plug REvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) or 24 months
– B – D E – – HITEM 6-9
Propeller shafts and drive shafts IEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12 months
– B – – E – – HITEM 6-10, 6-12, 6-13
Manual transmission,
transfer and differential oilREvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) or 24 months
– B – – E – – HITEM 6-11
Automatic transmission fluid REvery 30,000 km
(18,000 miles) or 24 months
– B – – – – – – ITEM 6-8
Suspension bolts and nutsTEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12 months
– B C D – – – HITEM 6-7
Wheel bearingIEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12 months
– – CD – – – –ITEM 6-17
Air conditioning filter *2
(if equipped)IEvery 15,000 km
(9,000 miles) or 12 months
REvery 45,000 km
(27,000 miles) or 36 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.
*2: Clean or replace more frequently if the air from the air conditioning decreases.

MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 0B-5
Maintenance Service
Engine and Emission Control
ITEM 1-1
Drive belt inspection and replacement
WATER PUMP AND GENERATOR DRIVE BELT INSPEC-
TION
1) Disconnect negative (–) cable at battery.
2) Inspect belt for cracks, cuts, deformation, wear and cleanli-
ness. If any defect exists, replace.
Check belt for tension.
Water pump and generator belt tension “a”: 9-11 mm
(0.35- 0.43 in.) deflection under 100 N, 10 kg or 22 lb pres-
sure
3) If belt is too tight or too loose, adjust it to specification by
adjusting alternator position.
4) Tighten alternator adjusting bolt and pivot bolts.
5) Connect negative (–) cable to battery.
WATER PUMP AND GENERATOR DRIVE BELT REPLACE-
MENT
Replace belt. Refer to Section 6B for replacement procedure of
pump belt.WARNING:
All inspection and replacement are to be performed with
ENGINE NOT RUNNING.
NOTE:
When replacing belt with a new one, adjust belt tension
to 7 - 9 mm (0.28 - 0.35 in.)
1. Crankshaft pulley
2. Water pump pulley
3. 100 N, 10 kg or 22 lb

0B-6 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
POWER STEERING PUMP AND/OR A/C COMPRESSOR
DRIVE BELTS (IF EQUIPPED) INSPECTION
1) Disconnect negative (–) cable at battery.
2) Inspect belt for cracks, cuts, deformation, wear and cleanli-
ness. If any defect exists, replace.
Check belt for tension.
If belt tension is out of above specification, adjust it referring
to Section 1B or 3B1.
Power steering pump and/or A/C compressor
drive belt tension
“a” : 4 - 7 mm (0.16 - 0.28 in.) deflection under
100 N (10 kg, 22 lb) pressure
3) Connect negative (–) cable to battery.
POWER STEERING PUMP AND/OR A/C COMPRESSOR
DRIVE BELTS (IF EQUIPPED) REPLACEMENT
Replace belt referring to Section 1B or 3B1 for replacement pro-
cedure of belt.
ITEM 1-4
Engine oil and filter replacement
Before draining engine oil, check engine for oil leakage. If any evi-
dence of leakage is found, make sure to correct defective part
before proceeding to the following work.
[A]: H27 engine with P/S system
[B]: H27 engine with P/S and A/C system
1. Crankshaft pulley
2. P/S pump pulley
3. A/C compressor pulley (if equipped)
4. Tension pulley
5. Tension pulley bolts
WARNING:
 New and used engine oil can be hazardous.
Be sure to read “WARNING” in General Precaution in
Section 0A and observe what in written there.
 Step 1) - 7) outlined below must be performed with
ENGINE NOT RUNNING. For step 8), be sure to have
adequate ventilation while engine is running.

MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 0B-7
1) Drain engine oil by removing drain plug.
2) After draining oil, wipe drain plug clean. Reinstall drain plug,
and tighten it securely as specified below.
Tightening torque
Engine oil drain plug (a) :
50 N·m (5.0 kg-m, 36.5 lb-ft)
3) Loosen oil filter by using oil filter wrench (special tool).
Special tool
(A) : 09915-47310
4) Screw new filter on oil filter stand by hand until the filter O-
ring contacts the mounting surface.
5) Tighten the filter 3/4 turn from the point of contact with the
mounting surface using an oil filter wrench.
Tightening torque
(For reference)
Oil filter (b) : 14 N·m (1.4 kg-m, 10.5 lb-ft)
NOTE:
Before fitting new oil filter, be sure to oil its O-ring. Use
engine oil for this purpose.
CAUTION:
To tighten oil filter properly, it is important to accurately
identify the position at which filter O-ring first contacts
the mounting surface.
1. Oil filter
2. Oil filter wrench