Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1987 Suzuki Samurai BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Labor Times
- Accessories and Equipment
- Accessories Control Systems
- Anti-theft Systems
- Exterior Lights
- Gauges and Instrument Panels
- Headlights
- Heated Glass and Defoggers
- Ignition Switches and Steering Locks
- Warning Systems
- Window Motors and Regulators
- Wiper & Washer Systems
- Body and Frame
- Brakes
- Drivelines and Axles
- Axle Shafts - Front
- Axle Shafts - Rear
- Differentials and Drive Axles - Front
- Differentials and Drive Axles - Rear
- Driveshafts and Universal Joints
- Electrical
- Engine Mechanical
- Auxiliary Emission Control Systems
- Air Cleaner Diaphragm Vacuum Motor
- Air Cleaner Hot Air Duct
- Air Injection Reactor Check Valve
- Air Temp Sensor
- EGR By-Pass Valve
- EGR Modulator
- EGR Thermal Vacuum Valve
- EGR Three-Way Valve Solenoid
- EGR Valve
- Emission Control Computer
- Engine Emission System
- Evaporation Control Canister
- Fuel Vapor Separator
- PCV Valve
- Purge Control Solenoid
- Warm Air Valve
- Cooling Fan
- Cooling System (Mechanical)
- Exhaust
- Fuel Systems
- Lubrication Systems
- Mechanical
- Camshaft
- Camshaft Seal
- Camshaft Sprocket
- Connecting Rod Bearings
- Crankshaft
- Crankshaft Main Oil Seal
- Crankshaft Oil Seal
- Crankshaft Pulley
- Crankshaft Sprocket
- Cylinder Head Gasket
- Engine Assembly
- Engine Assembly (Complete)
- Engine Or Transmission Mount
- Long Block
- Main Bearings
- Piston Ring Set
- Rocker Arm &/Or Shaft
- Short Block
- Timing Belt
- Timing Belt TENSIONER
- Valve
- Valve Clearance
- Valve Cover Gasket
- Valve Spring Or Seal
- Starters
- Auxiliary Emission Control Systems
- Engine Performance
- Fuel Delivery System
- Air Cleaner Element
- Altitude COMPENSATOR Capsule
- Carburetor Accelerator Pump
- Carburetor Assembly
- Carburetor Choke Pull-Off
- Carburetor Float Kit
- Choke THERMO Element
- Electronic Control Module
- Electronic Controlled Carburetor
- Fuel Cutoff Solenoid
- Idle Speed Actuator
- Intake Manifold
- Intake Manifold Gasket
- Micro Switch
- Mixture Control Solenoid
- Oxygen Sensor
- Secondary Throttle Diaphragm
- Switch Vent Solenoid
- Vacuum Switching Valve
- Ignition Systems
- Fuel Delivery System
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC)
- Steering
- Suspension
- Transmission
- Clutch Manual and Hydraulic
- Manual Trans
- Transfer Case
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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