Introduction
This manual provides detailed service and repair instructions for Suzuki SJ Series, Samurai, and Vitara vehicles equipped with 4-cylinder petrol engines manufactured between 1982 and 1997 (up to P registration). It is designed to assist owners and professional technicians in performing maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair procedures effectively.
Covered Models:
- Suzuki SJ410
- Suzuki SJ413
- Suzuki Vitara (including Santana, Samurai, and special/limited editions)
Engine Coverage:
- 1.0 litre (970cc) 4-cylinder petrol engines
- 1.3 litre (1298cc and 1324cc) 4-cylinder petrol engines
- 1.6 litre (1590cc) 4-cylinder petrol engines
Important: This manual does NOT cover Diesel models or V6 engines.
Manual Overview and Usage
This Haynes Service and Repair Manual is structured to guide you through various tasks with clear, step-by-step instructions. It aims to help you maintain your Suzuki in proper running order and preserve its value.
Image 1: Front cover of the Suzuki SJ & Vitara Service and Repair Manual. It displays a green Suzuki SJ410 vehicle with its hood open, illustrating the focus on repair and maintenance. The Haynes logo is visible in the top right corner.
The manual includes:
- Step-by-step instructions: Clearly linked to hundreds of photos and illustrations.
- Spanner ratings: Grade all tasks by difficulty and experience level, from novice to expert.
- Haynes Hints: Valuable tips and shortcuts to make the job easier.
- Tool Tips: Useful information on common tools and alternatives to special tools.
Image 2: Back cover of the Suzuki SJ & Vitara Service and Repair Manual. This image provides a detailed list of the manual's contents, including sections on service, fault finding, MOT tests, filters, braking systems, fuel and ignition, electrical systems, engine, tune-up, wiring diagrams, and a fully indexed section. It also shows example illustrations from inside the manual.
This manual was developed from hands-on experience, based on the stripdown and rebuild of a Suzuki SJ410 using commonly-available tools.
Key Sections Covered
The manual is divided into comprehensive sections to cover all aspects of vehicle maintenance and repair:
- Service your car: Complete step-by-step guide for routine servicing.
- Fault finding: Pinpoint specific problems quickly and efficiently.
- Pass the MOT: Step-by-step test checks for vehicle inspection.
- Filters and fluids: Checking and renewal procedures.
- Braking system: Safety checks and repairs for the braking system.
- Fuel and ignition systems: Detailed explanations and repair procedures.
- Electrical system: Fault finding and repairs for electrical components.
- Engine: Tune-up, minor, and major repairs for the engine.
- Wiring diagrams: Easy-to-follow layouts for electrical troubleshooting.
- Fully indexed: Find information quickly with a comprehensive index.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Haynes Manuals |
| Publication Date | January 1, 1994 |
| Language | English |
| Print Length | 235 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1859602800 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1859602805 |
| Item Weight | 1.14 pounds (approx. 0.52 kg) |
| Dimensions | 8.46 x 0.75 x 11.02 inches (approx. 21.5 x 1.9 x 28 cm) |
Support and Publisher Information
This manual is published by Haynes Manuals, a renowned publisher of automotive repair manuals. For specific inquiries regarding the content of this manual, please refer to the publisher's contact information typically found within the manual itself or on their official website.
Warranty Information: As this is a third-party service and repair manual, it does not come with a product warranty from the vehicle manufacturer. Any guarantees or return policies would be subject to the retailer from whom the manual was purchased.
