Rear Suspension - Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Service Manual

NOTE:
D For the descriptions (items) not found in this section, refer to the same section of the Service Manual
mentioned in the FOREWORD of this manual.
D All suspension fasteners are an important attaching part in that it could affect the performance of vital
parts and systems, and/or could result in major repair expense. They must be replaced with one of the
same part number or with an equivalent part if replacement becomes necessary. Do not use a replace-
ment part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reas-
sembly to assure proper retention of this part.
D Never attempt to heat, quench or straighten any suspension part. Replace it with a new part, or damage
to the part may result.
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
REAR AXLE SHAFT AND WHEEL
BEARING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
REAR AXLE HOUSING
SECTION 3E

REAR SUSPENSION

CONTENTS
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3E-1
3E-1
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3E-2
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
REAR AXLE SHAFT AND WHEEL BEARING
REMOVAL
For the details, refer to the same item of the same section in the ser-
vice manual mentioned in the FOREWORD of this manual noting
following points.
Rear axle shaft length "L"
Left side : 702 mm (27.6 in.)
Right side : 771 mm (30.4 in.)
TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION
REQUIRED SERVICE MATERIAL
SPECIAL TOOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
REAR SUSPENSION 3E-1
3E
. 3E-3
. . . . . . . . 3E-3
3E-4