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Summary of Contents for 2008 Grand Vitara

Page 1: ...7 8 Engine Coolant 7 13 Air Cleaner 7 16 Spark Plugs 7 17 Gear Oil 7 19 Clutch Pedal 7 21 _ Automatic Transmission AT Fluid 7 21 Fuel Filter Diesel engine 7 23 Brakes 7 23 60G41 0 Steering 7 25 Power...

Page 2: ...from the fan and drive belt Even though the fan may not be moving it can automatically turn on without warning When it is necessary to do service work with the engine running make sure that the parki...

Page 3: ...ring to the instructions in this section If you are not sure whether you can successfully complete any of the unmarked maintenance jobs ask your authorized SUZUKI dealer to do the maintenance for you...

Page 4: ...s 2 Iridium plug I I I R I I When leaded fuel is used refer to Severe Driving Condition schedule FUEL 3 1 Air cleaner filter element Paved road I I I I R I I I I I R Dusty condition Refer to Severe Dr...

Page 5: ...evel Fluidc hange Fll Jid hOse km x1000 15 miles x1000 l 9 monthsI 12 Class 1 I Class 1 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE I 30 18 24 _ I I 1 I 45 60 75 I 90 I 27 36 I 45 I 54 36 48 I 60 I 72 I l I 1 T I I If...

Page 6: ...ing if admitted Severe Maintenance Condition Code B C D Engine accessory drive belt Gasoline engine B C D Engine accessory drive belt Diesel engine Including tensioner idlers A C D E Camshaft timing b...

Page 7: ...es NOTE I Inspect clean adjust lubricate or replace as necessary R Replace or change T Tighten to the specified torque INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE Maintenance Operation Maintenance Interval I Every 250...

Page 8: ...ld be a deflection according to the following chart The belts should also be examined to ensure that they are not damaged For 2 0 L 2 4 Lor 3 2 L gasoline engine Check the accessory drive belt only fo...

Page 9: ...oline Engine Model 1 6 L or 2 4 L engine 10W 40 10W 30 1 lY Q W 20 C 30 20 10 0 10 20 I I I I I I of 22 4 14 32 50 68 1 Preferred S 30 40 I I 86 104 63J266 Be sure that the engine oil you use comes un...

Page 10: ...ne Model 3 1 W 40 I 5W 3Q 1 OW 30 c 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 F 22 I I I I I I I 4 14 32 50 68 86 104 78K102 3 Preferred Be sure that the engine oil you use comes under the quality classification of CEA...

Page 11: ...en the upper and lower limits shown on the stick If the oil level indication is near the lower limit add enough oil to raise the level to the upper limit CAUTION Failure to check the oil level regular...

Page 12: ...lowing new or used oil Keep new and used oil and used oil filters away from children and pets Repeated prolonged contact with used engine oil may cause skin can cer Brief contact with used oil may irr...

Page 13: ...y identify the position at which the filter gasket first contacts the mounting surface 5 Tighten the filter specified turn from the point of contact with the mounting sur face or to the specified torq...

Page 14: ...u ine SUZUKI replacement filter If you use an aftermarket filter make sure it is of equivalent quality and follow the manufacturer s instruc tions Oil leaks from around the oil filter or drain plug in...

Page 15: ...nt to distilled water will cause over heating conditions Do not use straight coolant nor plain water except SUZUKI LLC Super Blue Do not add extra inhibitors or addi tives They may not be compatible w...

Page 16: ...trol c nter or a physician Avoid inhaling mist or hot vapors if inhaled remove to fresh air Wash thoroughly after handling Solution can be poisonous to animals Keep out of the reach of children and an...

Page 17: ...he coolant must be replaced with the vehicle on level ground For Diesel Engine Model Since special procedures are required we recommend you take your vehicle to your SUZUKI dealer for coolant replacem...

Page 18: ...the ignition coil cover 2 Disconnect the coupler 1 while push ing the release lever 3 Remove the bolt 4 Pull the ignition coil out Type B 2 65D435 For Type B to access the spark plugs 1 Disconnect the...

Page 19: ...not on the cable itself Pulling on the cable can damage it When servicing the iridium plati num spark plugs slender center electrode type plugs do not touch the center electrode as it is easy to damag...

Page 20: ...on OillTransfer Oil Differential Oil 650259 When adding gear oil use gear oil with the appropriate viscosity and grade as shown in the chart below We highly recommend you use API GL 4 SAE 75W 90 for m...

Page 21: ...2 3 klbm 2 3 kg m 17 0 I ft 17 0 Ib ft 23 Nm 23 Nm Front differential 2 3 kg m 2 3 kg m 17 0 Ib ft 17 0 Ib ft 23 Nm 23 Nm Rear differential 2 3 kg m 2 3 kg m 17 0 Ib ft 17 0 Ib ft Gear Oil Level Chec...

Page 22: ...21 64J154 Check the clutch pedal for smooth opera tion and clutch fluid level from time to time If clutch dragging is felt with the pedal fully depressed have the clutch inspected by your SUZUKI deal...

Page 23: ...pedal when moving the gearshift lever or the vehicle can move suddenly EXAMPLE or 60A205 6 The handle of the AfT fluid dipstick is colored red for easy identification Remove the dipstick clean it and...

Page 24: ...e fluid A WARNING Failure to follow the guidelines below can result in personal injury or seri ous damage to the brake system If the brake fluid in the reservoir drops below a certain level the brake...

Page 25: ...8 in With the engine running measure the dis tance between the brake pedal and floor wall when the pedal is depressed with approximate y 300 30 kg 66 Ibs of force The Inlmum distance required is as sp...

Page 26: ...t 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 r...

Page 27: ...ate or overinflate the tires Underinflation can cause unusual handling characteristics or can cause the rim to slip on the tire bead resulting in an accident or damage to the tire or rim Overinflation...

Page 28: ...rd or optional equipment for your vehicle 7 27 CAUTION Replacing the original tires with tires of a different size may result in false speedometer or odometer readings Check with your SUZUKI dealer be...

Page 29: ...re Do not use tire chains on the spare tire If you must use tire chains rearrange the wheels so standard tires and wheels are fitted to the rear axle Continued A WARNING Continued Replace the spare ti...

Page 30: ...to help prevent discharge 7 29 Replacement of the battery EXAMPLE 3 1 2 To remove the battery 1 Disconnect the negative cable 1 2 Disconnect the positive cable 2 3 Remove the retainer nuts 3 and remov...

Page 31: ...your SUZUKI dealer Fuses Your vehicle has three types of fuses as described below Main fuse The main fuse takes current directly from the battery Primary fuses These fuses are between the main fuse an...

Page 32: ...20A MRR HTR Mirror heater fuse 8 40A FRBLW Front blower motor fuse 9 30A ABS2 ABS actuator fuse 10 50A ABS 1 ABS actuator fuse 11 20A FI Main fuse 12 30A H L CLNR Head light cleaner fuse 13 10A H L L...

Page 33: ...I Main fuse 13 30A H L CLNR Head light cleaner fuse 13 30A H L CLNR Head light cleaner fuse 14 10A H L L Head light fuse left 15 10A H L R Head light fuse right 14 10A H L L Head light fuse left 21 16...

Page 34: ...G 10A ECM 25A SIR 25A BIU 10A TAIL 20A OIL Dome lamp fuse T 15A ACC Radio Remote door mirror fuse Stop lamp fuse U 10A METER Meter fuse Rear fog light fuse V 10A IGCOIL Ignition coil fuse Accessory so...

Page 35: ...ch as a wire even for a temporary repair or extensive electrical damage and a fire can result INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE OK BLOWN 81A283 A WARNING Always be sure to replace a blown fuse with a fuse of...

Page 36: ...o use the specific washer fluid Bulb Replacement A WARNING Light bulbs can be hot enough to burn your finger right after being turned off This is true especially for halogen headlight bulbs Replace th...

Page 37: ...ng the bulb securely Rear Interior Light if equipped 64J160 Pull down the lens by using a plane screw driver covered with a soft cloth as shown To install it simply push it back in The bulb can be rem...

Page 38: ...37 Open the coupler R engine hood O 65D150 P emove the seaiin Isconnect the ush the r grubber unhook it Tetalnlng sprin new bulb hen remove th9 orward and In the reverse orde ulb Install a er of remo...

Page 39: ...u take your vehicle to your SUZUKI dealer for bulb replacement High beam 78F072 Open the engine hood Disconnect the coupler while pushing the lock release Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise to remo...

Page 40: ...ise and pull it out To install the holder push the holder in and turn it clockwise Bulb EXAMPLE O y X 3 d 1 B 3 r 0 Q 4 V 2 3 Removal 4 Installation 54G124 There are two types of bulb Full glass type...

Page 41: ...ght Rear combination light 78K124 Side turn signal light 64J195 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE As the bulb is built in type the light assem bly must be replaced Remove the light assembly by sliding the li...

Page 42: ...op light Since special procedures are required we recommend you take your vehicle to your SUZUKI dealer for the bulbs of high mount stop light replacement To remove a high mounted stop light hous ing...

Page 43: ...G129 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 CAUTION To avoid scratching or breakin...

Page 44: ...rm away from the win dow 7 43 EXAMPLE EXAMPLE 54G130 2 Squeeze lock 1 towards wiper arm 2 and remove the wiper frame from the arm as shown 3 Unlock the lock end of the wiper blade and slide the blade...

Page 45: ...If the new blade is provided without the two metal retainers move them from the old blade to the new one 5 Install the new blade in the reverse order of removal with the locked end positioned toward t...

Page 46: ...OTE Do not flex the wiper blade frame end more than necessary If you do it can break off 1 Retainer 4 If the new blade is provided without the two metal retainers move them from the old blade to the n...

Page 47: ...visibility when sprayed on the windshield and can also damage your vehicle s paint CAUTION Damage may result if the washer motor is operated with no fluid in the washer tank INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE...

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