maintenance SUZUKI JIMNY 2019 Workshop Manual

INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
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NOTICE
When installing the spark plugs, screw them in with your fingers to avoid stripping the threads. Tighten the spark plugs with a torque wrench to 17.5 Nm (1.7 kg­m, 12.9 lb-ft). Do not allow contami­nants to enter the engine through the spark plug holes when the plugs are removed. Never use spark plugs with the wrong thread size.
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Spark plug gap "a":
ZXU20PR11 1.0-1.1 mm (0.039-0.043 in.) KR6A-10 0.95-1.0Smm (0.037-0.041 in.)
NOTICE
54G106
When replacing spark plugs, you ".hould use the ~rand and type speci­fied for your vehicle. For the specified plugs, refer to "SPECIFICATIONS" section in the end of this book. If you wish to use a brand of spark plug other than the specified plugs, con­sult a SUZUKI dealer.
Gear oil
Manual transmission oil / transfer
oil/ rear differential oil
When adding gear oil, use gear oil with the appropriate viscosity and grade as shown in the chart below.
We highly recommend you use "SUZUKI GEAR OIL 75W" for manual transmission oil and transfer oil.
Manual transmission oil Transfer oil
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°C-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 °F-22 -4 14 32 50 68 86 104
54P120706
We highly recommend you use "SUZUKI SUPER GEAR OIL 75W-85 SYNTHETIC" for front/rear differential oil.
Front/rear differential oil
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20 ' 68 83,60 4p 104
78RB07007

Gear oil level check
Manual transmission
(2)
(1) Oil filler and level plug (2) Oil drain plug
78RB07008
Transfer
4)
(3) Oil filter and level plug (4) Oil drain plug
Front/rear differential
(5) Oil filter and level plug (6) Oil drain plug
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
To check the gear oil level, use the fol­lowing procedure:
1) Park the vehicle on a level surface with the parking brake applied. Then, stop the engine. 2) Remove the oil filler and level plug.
For the manual transmission;
3) If gear oil fiows from the plug hole, the oil level is correct. Reinstall the plug. If gear oil does not fiow from the plug hole, add oil through the filler plug hole until oil fiows a little from the plug hole.
78Rs0100, For the transfer and front/rear differential;
78RB07010
3) Check the inside of the hole with your finger. If the oil level comes up to the bottom of the plug hole, the oil level is correct. If so, reinstall the plug. 4) If the oil level is low, add gear oil through the oil filler and level plug hole until the oil level reaches the bottom of the filler hole, and then reinstall the plug.
Tightening torque for oil filler and level plug
Manual transmission (1 )(2): 23 Nm (2.3 kg-m, 16.6 lb-ft)
Transfer (3)(4): 23 Nm (2.3 kg-m, 16.6 lb-ft)
Front/rear differential (5)(6): (5)50 Nm (5.0 kg-m, 36.2 lb-ft) (6)55 Nm (5.6 kg-m, 40.5 lb-ft)
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A CAUTION
After driving the vehicle, the gear oil temperature may be high enough to burn you. Wait until the oil filler and level plug are cool enough to touch with your bare hands before inspect­ing gear oil level.
NOTICE
Be sure to use new plug with new gas­ket to avoid loose·ness of the plug and oil leakage.
Gear oil change
Since special procedures, materials and tools are required, ask a SUZUKI dealer for this job.
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Clutch pedal
Fluid control clutch
78RB07011
Check the clutch pedal for smooth opera­tion and clutch fiuid level from time to time. If clutch dragging is felt with the pedal fully depressed, have the clutch inspected by a SUZUKI dealer. If the clutch fiuid level is near "MIN" line, fill it up to "MAX" line with DOT3 or SAE J1703 brake fiuid.
Brakes
Brake fluid
MAX
MIN
78RB07011
Check the brake fluid level by looking at the reservoir in the engine compartment. Check that the fiuid level is between "MAX" and "MIN" lines.
NOTICE
If your brake fluid level is near the 11MIN" line, there is a possibility of brake pad and/or shoe wear and brake fluid leakage. Consult with a SUZUKI dealer regarding this possi­bility before filling the reservoir.

NOTE: SUZUKI highly recommends the use of ECSTAR brend brake fluid. ECSTAR has been specially formulated for your SUZUKI product and contributes to the desired vehicle performance and ideal driving experience.
A WARNING
Failure to follow the guidelines below can result in personal injury or seri­ous damage to the brake system. . If the brake fluid in the reservoir drops below a certain level, the brake warning light on the instru­ment cluster will come on (the engine must be running with the parking brake fully dise~gaged). Should the light come on, 1mmed1-ately ask a SUZUKI dealer to inspect the brake system. A rapid fluid loss indicates leakage in the brake system which should be inspected by a SUZUKI dealer immediately. Do not use any fluid other than DOT3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid. Do not use reclaimed fluid or fluid that has been stored in old or open con­tainers. It is essential that foreign particles and other liquids are kept out of the brake fluid reservoir.
A CAUTION
Brake fluid can harm your eyes and damage painted surfaces. Be careful when refilling the reservoir.
A WARNING
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 eye~, flush eyes with water and seek medi­cal attention. Wash thoroughly after handling. Solution can be poisonous to animals. Keep out of reach of chil­dren and animals.
NOTE: • The fluid /eve/ can be expected to gredu­ally fall as the brake pad and/or shoe wear. Brake fluid absorbs water over time and brake fluid with high water content may cause vapor lock or breke system mal­function. Replace your breke fluid in accordance with the maintenance schedule m your Owner's Manual.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Brake pedal
Check brake pedal stroke. If the stroke is so large, have the brake system inspected by a SUZUKI dealer. If you doubt th_e brake pedal is at its normal height, check 1t as fol­lows:
54G108
Minimum distance between brake pedal and floor carpet "a"
LHD 101 mm (4.0 in)
RHD 89 mm (3.5 in)
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With the engine running, measure the dis­tance between the brake pedal and floor carpet when the pedal is depressed with approximately 30 kg (66 lbs) of force. The minimum distance required is as specified. Since your vehicle's brake system is self­adjusting, there is no need for pedal adjustment. If the pedal to floor carpet distance as measured above is less than the minimum distance required, have your vehicle inspected by a SUZUKI dealer.
NOTE: • When measuring the distance between the brake pedal and floor wall, be sure not to include the floor mat or rubber on the floor carpet in your measurement. Measure the distance at the brake pedal's side facing toward the passen­ger's door.
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52RM70500
A WARNING
If you experience any of the following problems with your vehicle's brake system, have the vehicle inspected immediately by a SUZUKI dealer. Poor braking performance Uneven braking (brakes not work­ing uniformly on all wheels.) Excessive pedal travel Brake dragging Excessive noise
Parking brake
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Ratchet tooth specification 11b": 4th-9th Lever pull force (1 ): 200 N (20 kg, 45 lbs)
Check the parking brake for proper adjust­ment 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 speci­fied ratchet teeth and the rear wheels should be securely locked. If the parking brake is not properly adjusted or the brakes drag is suspected even after the lever has been fully released, have the parking brake inspected and/or adjusted by a SUZUKI dealer.

Brake discs and brake drums
Brake disc
Brake location Minimum thickness
Front wheels 8.0 mm (0.3 in.)
Brake drum
Brake location Maximum inner diameter
Rear wheels 222 mm (8.74 in.)
If the measured thickness or inner diame­ter of the most worn part falls below or exceeds the value indicated above, the parts should be replaced with a new one. The measurement involves disassembling each brake and requires the use of a micrometer or caliper, which must be done according to the instructions described in the relevant service manual or available from the relevant repair information site.
Steering wheel
78RB07012
Steering wheel play 11c": 0-30 mm (0.0 -1.2 in.)
Check the free play of the steering wheel by gently turning it from left to right and measuring 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 not as specified or you find anything else to be wrong, an inspection must be performed by a SUZUKI dealer.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Tyres
78RB07013
The front and rear tyre pressure specifica­tions are listed in the tyre information label. Both front and rear tyres should have the specified tyre pressure.
NOTE: The tyre pressure will change due to changes in atmospheric pressure, tem­perature or tyre temperature when driving. To reduce the chance that the low tyre pressure warning light (if equipped) will come on due to normal changes in tem­perature and atmospheric pressure, it is important to check and adjust the tyre pressures when the tyres are cold. If you check tyres after driving, they are warm. Even if the tyre pressure seems to be good in this condition, it could fall below the
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specified pressure when tyres cool down. Also, tyres that are inflated to the specified pressure in a warm garage may have pres­sure below the specification when the vehi­cle is driven outside in very cold temperature. If you adjust the tyre pres­sure in a garage that is warmer than the outside temperature, you should add 1 kPa to the recommended cold tyre pressure for every O.B'C difference between garage temperature and outside temperature.
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Tyre inspection
Inspect your vehicle's tyres at least once a month or before long trip by performing the following checks:
1) Measure the air pressure with a tyre gauge. Adjust the pressure if neces­sary. Remember to check the spare tyre, too.
A WARNING
• Air pressures should be checked when the tyres are cold or you may get inaccurate readings. Check the inflation pressure from time to time while inflating the tyre gradually, until the specified pres­sure is obtained. Never under-inflate or over-inflate the tyres. Under-inflation can cause unusual handling characteristics or can cause the rim to slip on the tyre bead, resulting in an accident or damage to the tyre or rim. Over-inflation can cause the lyre to burst, resulting in personal injury. Over-inflation can also cause unusual handling characteristics which may result in an accident.
(1)
~ (2)
78RB07048
(1) Tread wear indicator (2) Indicator location mark
2) Check that the depth of the tread groove is more than 1.6 mm (0.06 in.). To help you check this, the tyres have molded-in tread wear indicators in the grooves. When the indicators appear on the tread surface, the remaining depth of the tread is 1.6 mm (0.06 in.) or less and the tyre should be replaced. 3) Check for abnormal wear, cracks and damage. Any tyres with cracks or other damage should be replaced. If any tyres show abnormal wear, have them inspected by a SUZUKI dealer.

A CAUTION
Hitting curbs and running over rocks can damage tyres and affect wheel alignment. Have tyres and wheel alignment checked periodically by a SUZUKI dealer.
4) Check for loose wheel nuts. 5) Check that there are no nails, stones or other objects sticking into the tyres.
A WARNING
• Your SUZUKI vehicle is equipped with tyres which are all the same type and size. This is important to ensure proper steering and han­dling of the vehicle. Never mix tyres of different size or type on the four wheels of your vehicle. The size and type of tyres used should be only those approved by SUZUKI as standard or optional equipment for your vehicle. Replacing the wheels and tyres equipped on your vehicle with cer­tain combinations of aftermarket wheels and tyres can significantly change the steering and handling characteristics of your vehicle. Therefore, use only those wheel and tyre combinations approved by SUZUKI as standard or optional equipment for your vehicle.
NOTICE
Replacing the original tyres with tyres of a different size may result in false speedometer or odometer readings. Check with a SUZUKI dealer before purchasing replace­ment tyres that differ in size from the original tyres. Replacing a tyre with one of a dif­ferent size, or using different brands among the four tyres can result in damage to the drive train.
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Tyre rotation
5-tyre rotation
L A
65D445
L: Left hand drive R: Right hand drive
NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with the tyre pressure monitoring system, the spare tyre TPMS sensor must be recognized when you include the spare tyre during a tyre rotation. For details, refer to "Replacing Tyres and/or Wheels" in "Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)" in the "OPER­ATING YOUR VEHICLE" section.
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4-tyre rotation
65D459
To avoid uneven wear of your tyres and to prolong their life, rotate the tyres as illus­trated. Tyres should be rotated every 10000 km (6000 miles). After rotation, adjust front and rear tyre pressures to the specification listed on your vehicle's Tyre Information Label.
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Changing Wheels
78RB07014
To change a wheel, use the following pro­cedure:
1) Remove the jack, tools and spare wheel from the vehicle.
NOTE: How to remove the spare wheel:
78RB07052
1. Remove the center nut (1 ), then remove the spare wheel half cover (2) (if equipped). 2. Remove the wheel nuts of the spare wheel, then remove the spare wheel with both hands.
2) Loosen, but do not remove the wheel nuts. 3) Jack up the vehicle (follow the jacking instructions in the "EMERGENCY SER­VICE" section in this manual) 4) Remove the wheel nuts and wheel. 5) Before installing the new wheel, clean any mud or dirt off from the surface of the wheel and hub with a clean cloth. Clean the hub carefully; it may be hot from driving.

6) Install the new wheel and replace the wheel nuts with their cone shaped end facing the wheel. Tighten each nut snugly by hand until the wheel is securely seated on the hub.
78RB07017
Tightening torque for wheel nut: 100 Nm (10.0 kg-m, 72.3 lb-ft)
7) Lower the jack and fully tighten the nuts in a crisscross fashion with a wrench as shown in the illustration.
A WARNING
Use genuine wheel nuts and tighten them to the specified torque as soon as possible after changing wheels. Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts may come loose or fall off, which can result in an accident. If you do not have a torque wrench, have the wheel nut torque checked by a SUZUKI dealer.
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NOTE: How to install the spare wheel:
(3)
78RB07053
When you install a 195/B0R 15 spare wheel to the vehicle, set the spare tyre bracket (3) (if equipped) with the mark of "195" on up posi­tion, and handle it in the reverse order of removal. For vehicles equipped with the spare wheel half cover; when you install the spare wheel half cover, check that the hollow (4) of the cover is positioned below the center of the spare wheel half cover.
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