1997 Suzuki Sidekick Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1997 Suzuki Sidekick

  • 1997 Suzuki Sidekick JS 1.6 L4 GAS, CC:1590, CID:97, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:97, Engine VIN:, Desg:0
  • 1997 Suzuki Sidekick JX 1.6 L4 GAS, CC:1590, CID:97, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:97, Engine VIN:, Desg:0
  • 1997 Suzuki Sidekick JA 1.6 L4 GAS, CC:1590, CID:97, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:97, Engine VIN:, Desg:0
  • 1997 Suzuki Sidekick Sport 1.8 L4 GAS, CC:1840, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:2

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Suzuki Sidekick AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Suzuki Sidekick cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Description
Vehicle: 1997 Suzuki Sidekick Sport 1.8 L4 GAS

When the brake pedal is depressed, a vacuum builds up in the booster which amplifies the pedal force, pressing on the piston in the master cylinder. The piston raises the hydraulic pressure in the cylinder. This hydraulic pres...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Suzuki Sidekick AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Suzuki Sidekick cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Brake Service -> Brake Drum, Replace -> Brake Shoe, Replace -> Esteem -> Esteem & Swift -> Grand Vitara, Sidekick, Vitara & X-90 -> Swift -> Wheel Cylinder, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Suzuki Sidekick JS 1.6 L4 GAS

Brake Drum, Replace

Esteem
  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel.
  • Remove drum screws.
  • Release parking brake lever.
  • Remove parking brake lever cover, then loosen parking brake cable locking nut.
  • To increase clearance between shoe and drum, proceed as follows:
    • Remove backing plate plug.
    • Insert screwdriver into plug hole till its tip contacts shoe hold-down spring, then push hold-down spring as shown, Fig. .
  • Remove brake drum by fitting two 8 mm bolts into holes on drum and extracting drum off wheel hub.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Before installing drum, maximize...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Suzuki Sidekick AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Suzuki Sidekick cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Description
Vehicle: 1997 Suzuki Sidekick JA 1.6 L4 GAS

When the brake pedal is depressed, a vacuum builds up in the booster which amplifies the pedal force, pressing on the piston in the master cylinder. The piston raises the hydraulic pressure in the cylinder. This hydraulic pres...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Suzuki Sidekick AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Suzuki Sidekick cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Troubleshooting -> Brake Pull -> Brake Warning Light On Or Flashing, After Engine Start -> Brake Warning Light On, w/Brake Pedal Applied -> Dragging Brakes -> Excessive Pedal Travel -> Low Braking Force
Vehicle: 1997 Suzuki Sidekick JX 1.6 L4 GAS

Low Braking Force

  • Fluid leakage from brake lines and/or hoses.
  • Air in brake system.
  • Malfunctioning wheel cylinder and/or caliper assembly.

Brake Pull

  • Malfunctioning wheel cylinder and/or caliper assembly.
  • Loose calipers.
  • Restricted brake line or hose.

Excessive Pedal Travel

  • Partial brake system failure.
  • Insufficient fluid in master cylinder reservoirs.
  • Air in system.

Dragging Brakes

  • Master c...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Suzuki Sidekick AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Suzuki Sidekick cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> Brake Booster Overhaul -> Esteem, Grand Vitara, Sidekick, Vitara & X-90 -> Power Brake Unit, Replace -> Swift
Vehicle: 1997 Suzuki Sidekick JS 1.6 L4 GAS

Power Brake Unit, Replace

  • Remove master cylinder from booster as outlined under " Master Cylinder, Replace," in "Hydraulic Brakes."
  • Disconnect pushrod clevis from brake pedal arm.
  • Disconnect vacuum hose from booster.
  • Remove booster attaching nuts, then the booster assembly.
  • Reverse procedure to install, then ensure brake pedal height and pedal travel is correct as outlined under "Brake Pedal Height, Adjust," and "Brake Pedal Travel Check" in "Hydraulic Brakes."

Brake Booster Overhaul

Swift

Refer to Fig., when performing this procedure.

  • Remove piston rod from booster, then the pushrod clev...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Suzuki Sidekick AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Suzuki Sidekick cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Rotor Replacement
Vehicle: 1997 Suzuki Sidekick JS 1.6 L4 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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