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
Component Testing: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Suzuki XL7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
The cruise control ON/OFF switch must be ON in order to properly measure the resistance of the - SET, the + RES, and the Cancel switches.
Steering Wheel Controls Switch - Left
- Ignition OFF, remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement .
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the steering wheel controls switch - left.
- Cruise switch ON, measure the resistance between terminals 1 and 3 at the cruise control switch side of the connector. Individually activate and hold each cruise control function switch and compare the resistance reading to the values on the schematic for the ON/OFF, SET -, the RES +, and the Cancel switches.
- If any of the resistance measurements for the OFF, ON, SET -, RES + and Cancel switches are not within the listed resistance values, replace the steering wheel controls switch - left.
FUNCTION SWITCH RESISTANCE VALUE
| Function Switch | Minimum Resistance Value | Maximum Resistance Value |
|---|---|---|
| OFF | O.L. | O.L. |
| ON | 6.5 kΩ | 7.0 kΩ |
| - SET | 2.2 kΩ | 2.4 kΩ |
| + RES | 3.7 kΩ | 3.8 kΩ |
| Cancel | 1.4 kΩ | 1.6 kΩ |
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.
