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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.5 V6 GAS

Master Cylinder

  • Clean any dirt from around reservoir cap. Remove cap, then drain brake fluid into appropriate container.
  • Remove reservoir connector screw, Fig. , then the reservoir.
  • Disconnect brake lines from master cylinder. Do not allow brake fluid to get on painted surfaces.
  • Remove master cylinder attaching bolts, then the master cylinder.
  • Adjust clearance of booster piston rod to master cylinder piston as follows:
    • Push piston rod several times to ensure reaction disc is in place.
    • Measure with gasket in place on master cylinder and booster at atmospheric pressure.
    • Set measurin...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Description
Vehicle: 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.5 V6 GAS

The ABS controls the fluid pressure applied to the wheel cylinder of each brake from the master cylinder so that each wheel is not locked even when hard braking...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Rotor Replacement
Vehicle: 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.5 V6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheels.
  • Remove caliper as outlined under "Caliper Service." During removal, be careful not to damage brake f...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Adjustments -> Brake Pedal Height -> Brake Pedal Travel Inspection
Vehicle: 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.5 V6 GAS

Brake Pedal Height

The brake pedal should be at the same height as clutch pedal. Ensure distance between brake booster mounting surface (with gasket) and pushrod clevis pin hole is as follows:

  • On Esteem and Swift models, 4.51-4.54 inches (114.5-115.5 mm).
  • On Grand Vitara and Vitara models, 7.60-7.99 inches (193-203 mm) for 1999 and 8.19-8.58 inches (208-218) for 2000-02.
  • On Sidekick and X-90 models, 6.60-6.64 inches (167.6-168.6 mm)

Brake Pedal Travel Inspection

  • Start engine, then depress brake pedal a few times.
  • Apply ap...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Master Cylinder Overhaul
Vehicle: 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.5 V6 GAS

Master Cylinder Overhaul

  • Remove master cylinder as outlined under "Master Cylinder, Replace."
  • Remove circlip, then the primary piston.
  • Remove pisto...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.5 V6 GAS

Removal

  • Remove approximately 2/3 of brake fluid from master cylinder.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Mark relationship between front wheel and axle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove inlet fitting attaching bolt, copper washer and inlet fitting from caliper housing. Plug opening in inlet fitting to prevent fluid loss and contamination. Do not crimp brake hose, as this may damage internal structure of hose. If only shoe and lining assemblies are to be replaced, do not disconnect brake line fitting from caliper.
  • Remove caliper slide pins and caliper.
  • Remove shoe and lining assembl...

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