Specification SUZUKI GRAND VITARA 2014 User Guide

7-17INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
79K21-03E
65D434
You should inspect spark plugs periodically
for carbon deposits. When carbon accu-
mulates on a spark plug, a strong spark
may not be produced. Remove carbon
deposits with a wire or pin and adjust the
spark plug gap.
To access the spark plugs:
1) Remove the engine cover.
2) Disconnect the coupler (1) while push-
ing the release lever.
3) Remove the bolt.
4) Pull the ignition coil out.
80G093
Gear OilSpecified Gear OilWhen replacing gear oil, use gear oil with
the appropriate viscosity and grade as
shown in the charts below. We highly rec-
ommend you use SAE 75W-90 gear oil
(SAE 80W-90 for front differential oil, rear
differential oil and transfer gear oil).
Transmission/Extension case
54G095
Differential/Transfer case
65D594
CAUTION
When replacing spark plugs, you
should use the brand and type speci-
fied for your vehicle. For the speci-
fied plugs, refer to the
“SPECIFICATIONS” section at the
end of this book. If you wish to use a
brand of spark plug other than the
specified plugs, consult your SUZUKI
dealer.1.0 – 1.1 mm
(0.039 – 0.043 in.)
Engine Coolant: 1, 2
Windshield Washer Fluid: 3

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
79K21-03E
Parking Brake Lever
60A226
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.
Steering Wheel
78K080
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 specification or
you find anything else to be wrong, an
inspection must be performed by your
SUZUKI dealer.
Power Steering (if equipped)
64J155
(1) UPPER
(2) LOWER
Check the steering box case, vane pump
and hose connections for leaks or damage.Power Steering FluidCheck the fluid level by looking at the res-
ervoir 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 equivalent to ATF
DEXRON
®-II (Esso JWS 2326) or
DEXRON®-III. Do not overfill. Ratchet tooth specification “b”
5th – 7th
200 N (44 lbs, 20 kg)
“b”
EXAMPLE
Steering wheel play “c”
0 – 30 mm (0.0 – 1.2 in.)
“c”
EXAMPLE
(1)
(2)
Tires: 6

7-27INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
79K21-03E Tire Inflation Pressure
Tire inflation pressure should be
checked when the tire is cold. “Cold
tire inflation pressure” is the pressure
in a tire that has been driven less than
1 mile (1.6 km) or has been standing
for three hours or more.
54G307
The front, rear and spare tire pressure
specifications for your vehicle are
shown below and are listed on the Tire
and Loading Information Label, which
is located on the driver’s door lock pil-
lar. The Tire and Loading Information
Label contains the following informa-
tion:
 Seating Capacity
 Maximum Allowed Combined
Weight of Occupants and Cargo
 Original Tire Size Recommended Cold Tire Inflation
Pressure of Original Tires
NOTE:
The tire inflation pressure will change
due to changes in atmospheric pres-
sure, temperature or tire temperature
when driving. To reduce the chance
that the low tire pressure warning light
will come on due to normal changes in
temperature and atmospheric pres-
sure, it is important to check and
adjust the tire pressures when the tires
are cold. Tires that appear to be at the
specified pressure when checked after
driving, when the tires are warm, could
have pressure below the specification
when the tires cool down. Also, tires
that are inflated to the specified pres-
sure in a warm garage may have pres-
sure below the specification when the
vehicle is driven outside in very coldtemperature. If you adjust the tire
pressure in a garage that is warmer
than the outside temperature, you
should add 1 psi to the recommended
cold tire inflation pressure for every
10°F difference between garage tem-
perature and outside temperature.
Measuring air pressure
Use the following steps to achieve
proper tire inflation:
1) Identify the recommended tire pres-
sure on the vehicle’s Tire and Load-
ing Information Label or in the
owner’s manual.
2) Remove the valve cap from the tire
valve stem.
3) Using a reliable pressure gauge,
measure the tire inflation pressure
by pressing the tire gauge firmly
onto the valve to get a pressure
measurement. Remember that
inflation pressures should be
checked when the tires are “cold”,
meaning before they have been
driven one mile or after sitting for
three hours or more allowing the
tire to cool to ambient air tempera-
ture.
4) If the air pressure is too high, slowly
release the air by pressing on the
tire valve stem with the edge of the
Recommended Cold Tire Inflation
Pressures
Front Tires230 kPa
33 psi
Rear Tires230 kPa
33 psi
Spare230 kPa
33 psi
Tires: 6

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79K21-03E
1.6 mm (0.06 in.) or less and the
tire should be replaced.
3) Check for abnormal wear, cracks
and damage. Any tires with cracks
or other damage should be
replaced. If any tires show abnor-
mal wear, have them inspected by
your SUZUKI dealer.
4) Check for loose wheel nuts.
5) Check that there are no nails,
stones or other objects sticking into
the tires.
WARNING
Hitting curbs and running over
rocks can damage tires and affect
wheel alignment. Be sure to have
tires and wheel alignment
checked periodically by your
SUZUKI dealer.
WARNING
Your SUZUKI is equipped with
tires which are all the same type
and size. This is important to
ensure proper steering and han-
dling of the vehicle. Never mix
tires of different size or type on
the four wheels of your vehicle.
The size and type of tires used
should be only those approved by
SUZUKI Motor Corporation as
standard or optional equipment
for your vehicle.
WARNING
Replacing the wheels and tires
equipped on your vehicle with
certain combinations of aftermar-
ket wheels and tires can signifi-
cantly change the steering and
handling characteristics of your
vehicle. Oversized tires may also
rub against the fender over
bumps, causing vehicle damage
or tire failure. Therefore, use only
those wheel and tire combina-
tions approved by SUZUKI Motor
Corporation as standard or
optional equipment for your vehi-
cle. For information regarding the
specified tires, refer to the Tire
Information Label located on the
driver’s side door pillar or the
“SPECIFICATIONS” section.
CAUTION
Replacing the original tires with
tires of a different size may result
in false speedometer or odometer
readings. Check with your
SUZUKI dealer before purchas-
ing replacement tires that differ in
size from the original tires.
Tires: 6

7-31INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
79K21-03E Tire Rotation
4-tire rotation
65D459
To avoid uneven wear of your tires and
to prolong their life, rotate the tires as
illustrated. Tires should be rotated as
recommended in the periodic mainte-
nance schedule. After rotation, adjust
front and rear tire pressures to the
specification listed on your vehicle’s
Tire and Loading Information Label.
WARNING
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the
parts to which it is fastened, can
make wheel nuts become loose
after a time. The wheel could
come off and cause an accident.
When you change a wheel,
remove any rust or dirt from
places where the wheel attaches
to the vehicle. In an emergency,
you can use a cloth or a paper
towel to do this; but be sure to
use a scraper or wire brush later,
if you need to, to get all the rust
or dirt off.
WARNING
Vehicle equipped with P225/
65R17 tires have a spare wheel
and tire that are a different size
than the wheels and tires on the
vehicle. The spare wheel and tire
on these vehicles are intended for
temporary emergency use only.
The wheel is painted yellow to
remind you that the wheel and
tire are for temporary use only.
Continuous use of this spare can
result in tire failure and loss of
control. Always observe these
precautions when using this
spare:
 Be aware that your vehicle will
handle differently with this tem-
porary spare.
 Do not exceed 80 km/h (50 mph)
speed.
 Replace the temporary spare
with a standard tire and wheel
as soon as possible.
 Do not operate your vehicle in
“4H LOCK” or “4L LOCK” with
this temporary spare.
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Tires: 6

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INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
79K21-03E
Wiper Blades
54G129
If the wiper blades become brittle or dam-
aged, or make streaks when wiping,
replace the wiper blades.
To install new wiper blades, follow the pro-
cedures below.
NOTE:
Some wiper blades may be different from
the ones described here depending on
vehicle specifications. If so, consult your
SUZUKI dealer for proper replacement
method.For windshield wipers:
70G119
1) Hold the wiper arm away from the win-
dow.
52D102
2) Squeeze lock lever (1) towards wiper
arm (2) and remove the wiper frame
from the arm as shown.
CAUTION
To avoid scratching or breaking the
window, do not let the wiper arm
strike the window while replacing the
wiper blade.

12-1
SPECIFICATIONS
79K21-03E
12
SPECIFICATIONSNOTE:
Specifications are subject to change with-
out notice.4WD: 4-wheel drive
2WD: 2-wheel driveM/T: Manual transmission
A/T: Automatic transmission
ITEM: Dimensions UNIT: mm (in.)
Overall length 4500 (177.1)
Overall width 1810 (71.3)
Overall height 4WD 1695 (66.7)
2WD 1683 (66.3)
Wheelbase 2640 (103.9)
Tread Front 1540 (60.6)
Rear 1560 (61.4)
Minimum running ground clearance 4WD 200 (7.9)
2WD 188 (7.4)
ITEM: Weight
Gross axle weight rating
See the safety certification label and the tire information label which
are located on the driver’s door lock pillar. Gross vehicle weight rating
Vehicle capacity weight
Specifications: 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11

12-2SPECIFICATIONS
79K21-03E
ITEM: Engine
Type J24B (16V DOHC) N32A (24V DOHC)
Number of cylinders 4 6
Bore 92.0 mm (3.62 in.) 89.0 mm (3.50 in.)
Stroke 90.0 mm (3.54 in.) 85.6 mm (3.37 in.)
Piston displacement 2393 cm
3 (146.0 cu.in, 2393 cc) 3195 cm
3 (194.9 cu.in, 3195 cc)
Compression ratio 10.0 : 1 10.0 : 1
ITEM: Electrical
Ignition timing 5° B.T.D.C.
Standard spark plug 2.4 L NGK SILFR6A11
3.2 L AC DELCO 41-990
Battery 12V GP24
Fuses See “INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE” and “FUSES AND PRO-
TECTED CIRCUITS” sections
Specifications: 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11

12-3
SPECIFICATIONS
79K21-03E
ITEM: Lights WATTAGE BULB No.
Headlight Low beam Halogen 12V 55W H7
High beam 12V 60W HB3
Front fog light 12V 55W H11
Turn signal light Front 12V 21W WY21W
Rear 12V 21W WY21W
Position light 12V 5W WY5W
Brake/tail light 12V 21/5W 7443
License plate light 12V 5W W5W
Reversing light 12V 21W 7440
High mount stop light 12V 5W W5W
Door illumination light 12V 5W –
Dome light Spot light 12V 8W –
Center light 12V 10W –
Rear light 12V 10W –
Luggage compartment light 12V 5W W5W
ITEM: Wheel
Tire size, front and rear P225/70R16, P225/65R17, P225/60R18
Tire pressure For the specified tire pressure, see the Tire Information Label located
on the driver’s door lock pillar.
Specifications: 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11

12-4SPECIFICATIONS
79K21-03E
ITEM: Steering
Toe-in Front 0 ± 2 mm (0 ± 0.08 in.)
Rear 6 ± 2 mm (0.24 ± 0.08 in.)
Camber angle Front 0° 00’
Rear –1° 15’ ± 40’
Caster angle Front 2° 30’
ITEM: Capacities (approx.)
Coolant 2.4 L 7.3 L (15.4 US pt)
3.2 L 9.5 L (20.1 US pt)
Fuel tank 66 L (17.4 US gal)
Engine oil (replaced with filter) 2.4 L 4.8 L (10.1 US pt)
3.2 L 6.0 L (12.7 US pt)
Transmission oil M/T 1.9 L (4.0 US pt)
A/T 2.4 L 2.5 L (5.3 US pt)
3.2 L 3.0 L (6.3 US pt)
Differential gear oil Front 0.95 L (2.0 US pt)
Rear2WD 5M/T, 5A/T 1.1 L (2.3 US pt)
4A/T 0.8 L (1.7 US pt)
4WD 0.8 L (1.7 US pt)
Transfer gear box oil with a transfer switch 1.5 L (3.2 US pt)
without a transfer switch 1.6 L (3.4 US pt)
Extension case oil 0.47 L (1.0 US pt)