Mount SUZUKI GRAND VITARA 1999 2.G Service User Guide

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1A-6 HEATER AND VENTILATION
6) Remove cooling unit (If equipped).
Refer to item COOLING UNIT (EVAPORATOR) REMOVAL in
Section 1B.
7) Disconnect fresh air control cable from blower motor case.
8) Remove blower motor unit (1) by removing its fastening nuts
(2).
9) Disconnect blower motor lead wire (2) at coupler from blower
unit (1).
10) Remove blower motor (3) by removing its mounting screws (4).
INSTALLATION
1) Reverse removal procedure for installation.
2) Connect fresh air control cable, refer to HEATER CONTROL
CABLES INSTALLATION.
3) Enable air bag system, if equipped. Refer to ENABLING AIR
BAG SYSTEM in Section 10B.

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1A-10 HEATER AND VENTILATION
2. Screws1 2
HEATER MODE CONTROL SWITCH
REMOVAL
1) Disconnect negative (±) cable at battery.
2) If equipped with air bag system, disable air bag system.
Refer to DISABLING AIR BAG SYSTEM in Section 10B.
3) Remove meter cluster hood (1) by removing its mounting
screws (2).
4) Remove ashtray, center garnish (1) and instrument glove box
compartment.
5) Remove radio (1) (if equipped) or clock or accessory case.
6) Disconnect control cables (3) from blower motor unit (2) and
heater unit (1).

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HEATER AND VENTILATION 1A-13
1. Lever
FOR LEFT HAND STEERING VEHICLE
FOR RIGHT HAND STEERING VEHICLE
4) Disconnect heater mode control actuator coupler (1).
5) Disconnect heater mode control actuator rod (2) from heater
unit.
6) Remove heater mode control actuator from heater unit by re-
moving its mounting screw (3).
INSPECTION
1) Connect battery voltage (+) to terminal ªb'º and (±) to terminal
ªaº.
2) Connect each terminal listed below to terminal ªa'º (negative (±)
terminal of battery) and check if lever rotation angle is as speci-
fied in figure.
MODE
TERMINAL
VENTc
BI-LEVELd
HEATe
DEF / HEATf
DEFg
INSTALLATION
1) Install in reverse order of removal procedure.
2) If equipped with air bag system, enable air bag system.
Refer to ENABLING AIR BAG SYSTEM in Section 10B.

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1B-8 AIR CONDITIONING (OPTIONAL)
DIAGNOSIS OF ABNORMAL NOISE
There are various types of noise, ranging from those produced in the engine compartment to those from the pas-
senger compartment, also from rumbling noises to whistling noises.
ABNORMAL NOISE FROM COMPRESSOR
ConditionPossible CauseCorrection

During compressor operation, a
rumbling noise is heard
proportional to engine
revolutions.
Inadequate clearance in piston
area (piston or swash-plate).
Repair or replace compressor as
necessary.

A loud noise is heard at a certain
rpm, disproportionately to engine
revolution.
Loose or faulty V-belt.

Loose mounting bolts.
Adjust V-belt tension, or
replace belt.

Retighten mounting bolts.

A loud rattle is heard at low
engine rpm.
Loose compressor center bolt.
Retighten center bolt.

Replace compressor if it was
operated in this condition for a
long time.
ABNORMAL NOISE FROM MAGNETIC CLUTCH
ConditionPossible CauseCorrection

A rumbling noise is heard when
compressor is not operating.
Worn or damaged bearings.
Replace bearings.

A chattering noise is heard when
compressor is engaged.
Faulty clutch gap (excessive).

Worn clutch friction surface.

Compressor oil leaked from shaft
seal, contaminating the friction
surface.
Adjust clutch gap.

Replace clutch.

Replace compressor shaft oil
seal.
ABNORMAL NOISE FROM TUBING
ConditionPossible CauseCorrection

A droning noise is heard inside
vehicle, but not particularly
noticeable in engine
compartment.
Faulty tubing clamps.

Resonance caused by pulsation
from variations in refrigerant
pressure.
Reposition clamps or increase
the number of clamps.

Attach a silencer to tubing, or
modify its position and length.
ABNORMAL NOISE FROM CONDENSER
ConditionPossible CauseCorrection

Considerable vibration in
condenser.
Resonance from condenser
mounting stay and body.
Firmly insert a silencer between
condenser mounting stay and
body.

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AIR CONDITIONING (OPTIONAL) 1B-9
ABNORMAL NOISE FROM CRANKSHAFT PULLEY
ConditionPossible CauseCorrection

A large rattling noise is heard at
idle or sudden acceleration.
Loosen pulley mounting bolt.

Worn or broken bearings.
Retighten bolt.

Replace bearings.
ABNORMAL NOISE FROM TENSION PULLEY
ConditionPossible CauseCorrection

Clattering noise is heard from
pulley.

Pulley cranks upon contact.
Worn or damaged bearings.

Cracked or loose bracket.
Replace bearings.

Replace or retighten bracket.
ABNORMAL NOISE FROM EVAPORATOR
ConditionPossible CauseCorrection

Whistling sound is heard from
evaporator.
Depending on the combination of
the interior / exterior
temperatures, engine rpm and
refrigerant pressure, the
refrigerant flowing out of the
expansion valve may, under
certain conditions, make a
whistling sound.
At times, slightly decreasing
refrigerant volume may stop this
noise.

Inspect expansion valve and
replace if faulty.
ABNORMAL NOISE FROM BLOWER MOTOR
ConditionPossible CauseCorrection

Blower motor emits a chirping
sound in proportion to its speed of
rotation.

Fluttering noise or large droning
noise is heard from blower motor.
Worn or damaged motor brushes
or commutator.

Leaves or other debris
introduced from fresh air inlet to
blower motor.
Repair or replace blower motor.

Remove debris and make sure
that the screen at fresh air inlet is
intact.

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AIR CONDITIONING (OPTIONAL) 1B-11
COMPRESSION SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS
Compressor troubles are mainly following three types: gas leakage, noise and insufficient pressure.
Compressor gas leakages in most cases develop from the shaft seal. When detecting gas leakage, always use
a leak tester. If a small amount of oil seeps out from the shaft seal, there is no necessity of replacing the seal. The
shaft seal has been designed to allow a small amount of oil to leak out for lubricating purpose. Thus, the shaft seal
should be replaced only when a large amount of compressor oil is leaking out or when gas leakage is discovered
by using gas tester.
In regard to noise and insufficient pressure, repairs should be made only after diagnosing the trouble properly.
CONDITION
POSSIBLE CAUSESCORRECTION
Noise from compressor
Defective bearing

Defective cylinder and / or shaftReplace.
Replace.
Noise from magnetic clutch
Defective bearing

Defective clutch faceReplace.
Replace.
Insufficient cooling
Defective gasketReplace.

Defective reed valveReplace.
Not rotating
Locked compressor

Seized magnetic clutch

Rotating parts seized by insufficient oil
amountReplace.
Replace.
Replace.
Oil and / or gas leakage
Defective seal

Defective O-ringReplace.
Replace.

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AIR CONDITIONING (OPTIONAL) 1B-15
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE WITHIN 30 ± 35C (85 ± 95F)
CONDITION
MANIFOLD
GAUGEMPa
(kg/cm2)
(psi)DETAILCAUSECORRECTION
LoHi
0.23 ± 0.35
(2.3 ± 3.5)
(33 ± 50)1.4 ± 1.75
(14 ± 17.5)
(200 ± 249)
Normal condition.ÐÐÐÐ
Negative
pressure0.5 ± 0.6
(5 ± 6)
(71.2 ± 85.3)

The low pressure side
reads a negative pressure,
and the high pressure side
reads an extremely low
pressure.

Presence of frost around
tubing to and from receiver /
dryer and expansion valve.
Dust particles or water
droplets are either stuck or
frozen inside expansion
valve, preventing the
refrigerant from flowing.
Clean expansion valve.
Replace it if it cannot be
cleaned.

Replace receiver / dryer.

Evacuate the A / C
system and recharge
with fresh refrigerant.
Normal:
0.23 ± 0.35
(2.3 ± 3.5)
(33 ± 50)

Abnormal:
Negative
pressureNormal:
1.4 ± 1.75
(14 ± 17.5)
(200 ± 249)

Abnormal:
0.69 ± 0.98
(7 ± 10)
(100 ± 142)
During A / C operation, the
low pressure side
sometimes indicates
negative pressure, and
sometimes normal
pressure. Also high
pressure side reading
fluctuates between the
abnormal and normal
pressure.
Expansion valve is frozen
due to moisture in the
system, and temporarily
shuts off the refrigeration
cycle.
Replace expansion
valve.

Replace receiver / dryer.

Evacuate A / C system
and recharge with fresh
refrigerant.
0.05 ± 0.15
(0.5 ± 1.5)
(4.2 ± 21.3)
0.69 ± 0.98
(7 ± 10)
(100 ± 142)

Both low and high pressure
sides indicate low readings.

Continuous air bubbles are
visible through sight glass.

Output air is slightly cold.
Insufficient refrigerant in
system. (Refrigerant
leaking)
Using a gas leak
detector, check for leaks
and repair as necessary.

Recharge refrigerant to a
specified amount.
If the pressure reading is
almost 0 when the
manifold gauges are
attached, check for any
leaks, repair them, and
evacuate the system.
0.4 ± 0.6
(4 ± 6)
(56.9 ± 85.3)

Pressure on low pressure
side is high.

Pressure on high pressure
side is low.

Both pressure becoming
equal right after A / C is
turned OFF.
Internal leak in compressor.
Inspect compressor and
repair or replace as
necessary.
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High pressure reading on
both low and high pressure
sides.

Air bubbles are not visible
even when engine rpm is
lowered.
Overcharged A / C system.

Faulty condenser cooling
operation.

Faulty condenser fan
operation.
Adjust refrigerant to
specified amount.

Clean condenser.

Inspect and repair
condenser fan.
0.35 ± 0.45(3.5 ± 4.5)
(50 ± 64)
1.96 ± 2.45
(20 ± 25)
(285 ± 355)

High pressure reading on
both low and high pressure
sides.

Low pressure side tubing is
not cold when touched.

Air bubbles are visible
through sight glass.
Presence of air in A / C
system. (Improperly
evacuated)
Replace receiver / dryer.

Inspect quantity of
compressor oil and
presence of
contaminants in oil.

Evacuate system and
recharge with fresh
refrigerant.
0.45 ± 0.55
(4.5 ± 5.5)
(64 ± 78)

High pressure reading on
both low and high pressure
sides.

Large amount of frost or
dew on the low pressure
side tubing.
Faulty expansion valve.

Refrigerant flow is not
regulated properly.
Replace expansion
valve.

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For IWATA production vehicle
1B-28 AIR CONDITIONING (OPTIONAL)
8) After the system has been charged with specified amount of re-
frigerant or when low pressure gauge (1) and high pressure
gauge (2) have indicated about 2 and 15 kg / cm
2 respectively,
close low pressure side vale (3) of manifold gauge set (4). If
equipped with sight glass in this time, look into the sight glass (6)
of condenser outlet pipe (5) and check that there are no bubbles
(7) in it, which means that the system is fully charged.
Low pressure gauge when charged with specified amount:
About 200 ± 300 kPa (2 ± 3 kg / cm
2, 29 ± 43 psi)
(At A / C inlet temperature 30 ± 35
C, 86 ± 95
F)
High pressure gauge when charged with specified amount:
About 1370 ± 1670 kPa (14 ± 17 kg / cm
2, 200 ± 244 psi)
(At A / C inlet temperature 30 ± 35
C, 86 ± 95
F)

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1. Electric leak detector
AIR CONDITIONING (OPTIONAL) 1B-29
REMOVING MANIFOLD GAUGE SET
When A / C system has been charged with a specified amount of re-
frigerant, remove manifold gauge set as follows:
1) Close low pressure-side valve of manifold gauge set, (The high
pressure-side valve is closed continuously during the process
of charging.).
2) Close refrigerant container valve.
3) Stop engine.
4) Using shop rag, remove charging hoses from service valves.
This operation must be performed rapidly.
WARNING:
High pressure-side is naturally under high pressure.
So, care must be used to protect your eyes and skin.
5) Put caps on service valves.
LEAK-TESTING REFRIGERANT SYSTEM
Whenever a refrigerant leak is suspected in the system or any ser-
vice operation has been performed which may result in disturbing
lines or connections, it is advisable to test for leaks.
Common sense should be used in performing any refrigerant leak
test, since the need and extent of any such test will, in general, de-
pend upon the nature of a complaint and the type of a service per-
formed on the system.
LIQUID LEAK DETECTORS
There are a number of fittings and places throughout the air condi-
tioning system where a liquid leak detector solution may be used
to pinpoint refrigerant leaks.
By merely applying the solution to the area in question with a swab,
bubbles will form within seconds if there is a leak.
For confined areas, such as sections of the evaporator and con-
denser, an electronic (gas) leak detector is more practical for deter-
mining leaks.
WARNING:

To prevent explosions or fires, make sure that there are no
flammables in the vicinity.

When exposed to fire, the refrigerant turns into a poison-
ous gas (phosgene). Do not inhale this gas.

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AIR CONDITIONING (OPTIONAL) 1B-31

Tighten flared nuts to specified torque.
Tightening Torque (Flared Nut Used for)
8 mm pipe: 13 N
.m (1.3 kg-m, 9.5 lb-ft)
14.5 mm pipe: 23 N
.m (2.3 kg-m, 16.6 lb-ft)
16 mm pipe: 33 N
.m (3.3 kg-m, 23.8 lb-ft)

Route drain hose so that drained water does not make any contact to vehicle components.
HANDLING REFRIGERANT HFC-134a (R-134a)

When handling refrigerant, always wear goggles to protect your eyes.

Avoid you direct contact to liquid refrigerant.

Do not heat refrigerant container higher than 40C (104F).

Do not discharge refrigerant into atmosphere.

Do not allow liquid refrigerant to touch bright metals. Refrigerant combined with moisture is corrosive and will
tarnish surfaces of bright metals including chrome.

After recovering refrigerant from system, the amount of compressor oil removed must be measured and the same
amount added to the system.
REFRIGERANT RECOVERY
When discharging refrigerant out of A / C system, always recover it by using refrigerant recovery and recycling
equipment. Discharging refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) into atmosphere would cause adverse effect to environ-
ments.
NOTE:
When handling recovery and recycling equipment, be sure to follow the instruction manual for the equip-
ment.
REFRIGERANT CHARGE
Charge a proper amount of refrigerant to A / C system according to charging procedure described in recovery, evac-
uation and charging.
CAUTION:
Do not perform an additional refrigerant charging to A / C system. This cause it to overcharge.