Boot SUZUKI SWIFT 2005 2.G Service Owner's Guide

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Tie-Rod End Boot On-Vehicle InspectionS7RS0B6306002
Check boot for crack and damage.
If any defect is found, replace it with a new one.
Tie-Rod End Removal and InstallationS7RS0B6306003
Removal1) Hoist vehicle, and then remove wheel referring to “Wheel Removal and Installation in Section 2D”.
2) Remove split pin (2) and tie-rod end nut (1) from steering knuckle.
3) Disconnect tie-rod end (1) from knuckle (2) using puller (3). 4) For ease of adjustment after installation, make
marking (1) of tie-rod end lock nut (2) position on tie-
rod end thread. Then, loosen lock nut and remove
tie-rod end (3) from tie-rod (4).
Installation 1) Install tie-rod end lock nut (1) and tie-rod end (2) to tie-rod (3). Align lock nut with mark (4) on tie-rod
thread.
9. Tie-rod end nut 20. Gear rack side No.2 bracket : 9.5 N⋅m (0.95 kgf-m, 7.0 lb-ft)
10. Steering gear case mounting No.1 bolt 21. Steering gear case mounting No.2 bolt : Do not reuse.
11. Steering gear case grommet 22. Clip
I3RM0A630024-01
21
I7RS0A630016-01
2 1
3
I4RS0A630040-01
I4RS0A630041-01
I4RS0A630042-01

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Installation1) Mount steering gear case (1) to front suspension frame (2) and tighten gear case mounting No.1 bolts
(3), No.2 bolts (4) and No .3 bolts (5) to specified
torque.
Tightening torque
Steering gear case mounting No.1 bolt (a): 55
N·m (5.5 kgf-m, 40.0 lb-ft)
Steering gear case mounting No.2 bolt (b): 55
N·m (5.5 kgf-m, 40.0 lb-ft)
Steering gear case mounting No.3 bolt (c): 40
N·m (4.0 kgf-m, 29.0 lb-ft)
2) Install earth cable (6) as shown in figure. Tightening torque
Earth cable bolt (d): 4.5 N·m (0.45 kgf-m, 3.5 lb-
ft)
3) Install grommet (1) whose projection (2) orients vehicle forward.
4) Install front suspension frame with steering gear case assembly referring to “Front Suspension
Frame, Stabilizer Bar and/or Bushings Removal and
Installation in Section 2B”.Steering Rack Boot InspectionS7RS0B6306007
Hoist vehicle.
Inspect each boot for tear. A torn boot allows entry of
dust and water which can cause wear to steering rack
and pinion to produce noise as well as rust to result in
malfunction of steering system.
Even if boot tear is small, replace with new one.
Also, check each boot for dent. If there is a dent, keep
boot in most compressed st ate for some seconds to
correct dent.
Boots should be visually inspected for any damage, dent
and tear during every periodical inspection at specified
intervals and whenever vehicle is hoisted for any other
purpose.
Tie-Rod / Rack Boot Removal and InstallationS7RS0B6306008
Removal
1) Remove steering gear case assembly referring to
“Steering Gear Case Assembly Removal and
Installation”.
2) For ease of adjustment after installation, make marking (1) of tie-rod end lock nut position of tie-rod
thread.
3) Loosen tie-rod end lock nut and remove tie-rod end.
4) Remove boot band (2) and clip (1).
5) Remove boot from tie-rod.
F: Vehicle forward
1 2
3, (a) 4, (b)
6, (d)
5, (c)
I6RS0C630019-02
12
F
I6RS0C630020-01
I2RH01630012-01
I4RS0A630044-01
IYSQ01630034-01

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6) Unbend bent part of tie-rod lock washer (1).
7) Hold rack with soft jawed vise (3) and remove tie-rod
from rack (2).
Installation 1) Install tie-rod (1) and new tie-rod lock washer (3) to rack (2).
2) Hold rack with soft jawed vise and tighten tie-rod to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Tie-rod (a): 93 N·m (9.3 kgf-m, 67.5 lb-ft)
3) Bend lock washer at 2 places (1) as shown in figure. 4) Apply sealant to gear case groove “A” indicated in
figure. Position boot properly in grooves of gear case
(or rack side mount) and tie-rod.
After this, check to ensure that boot is free from twist
and dent.
“A”: Silicone sealant 99000–31120 (Silicone
sealant)
5) Fasten boot with new band and clip securely. Special tool
(A): 09943–55010
6) Install tie-rod end lock nut and tie-rod end to tie-rod. Position lock nut to marking (1) made in removal.
NOTE
When tie-rod was replaced, measure length
“a” on removed tie-rod and use it on new
replacement tie-rod so as to position lock nut
properly.

7) Tighten tie-rod end lock nut to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Tie-rod end lock nut (a): 45 N·m (4.5 kgf-m, 32.5
lb-ft)
I4RS0A630033-01
3 1, (a)
2
I6RS0C630027-01
I4RS0A630035-01
I3RM0A630050-01
I3RM0A630051-01
I3RM0A630052-01
(a)I7RS0A630018-01

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Special Tools and Equipment
Recommended Service MaterialS7RS0B6308001
NOTE
Required service material is also described in the following.
“Steering Gear Case Assembly Components”

Special ToolS7RS0B6308002
Material SUZUKI recommended product or Specification Note
Grease SUZUKI Super Grease E P/No.: 99000–25050)
Silicone sealant Silicone sealant P/No.: 99000–31120)
Thread lock cement Thread Lock Cement Super 1322 P/No.: 99000–32110 )
09943–5501009944–18310
Boot clamp plier Pinion torque checking
socket
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This kit includes following
items. 1. Tech 2, 2. PCMCIA
card, 3. DLC cable, 4. SAE
16/19 adapter, 5. Cigarette
cable, 6. DLC loop back
adapter, 7. Battery power
cable, 8. RS232 cable, 9.
RS232 adapter, 10. RS232
loop back connector, 11.
Storage case, 12. ) / )