Steering System; Steering Knuckle Seal - Suzuki Jimny Service Manual

0B-18 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION

Steering System

INSPECTION
1) Check steering wheel for play and rattle, holding vehicle in
straight forward condition on the ground.
Steering wheel play
"a": 0 – 30 mm (0 – 1.2 in.)
2) Check universal joints of steering lower shaft (1) for rattle
and damage. If rattle or damage is found, replace defective
part with a new one.
3) Check steering linkage (including kingpin) for looseness and
damage. Repair or replace defective part, if any.
4) Check bolts and nuts for tightness and retighten them as
necessary. Repair or replace defective parts, if any.
Refer to table of "Tightening Torque Specifications" in Sec-
tion 3B (or 3B1) and 3C for particular check points.
5) Inspect steering gear box (2) for evidence of oil leakage. If
leakage is found, check oil level in gear box.
6) Check boots of steering linkage for damage (leaks, detach-
ment, tear, dent, etc.). If damage is found, replace defective
boot with new one.
7) Check wheel alignment. Refer to "Preliminary Checks Prior
to Adjusting Front Alignment" in Section 3A.

Steering Knuckle Seal

INSPECTION
1) Remove knuckle seal cover (1).
2) Check knuckle seal (2) for wear, damage and deterioration.
If defective, replace.
3) Apply grease to seal lip and install seal and seal cover.
"a": Grease 99000-25010