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.
1992 Suzuki Sidekick JS, 2D UtilityFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.33 LBS. | 0.6 KG | R-12 | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | Fill to "max" line on the reservoir. | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Front | 2.10 PTS. | 0.99 L | API - GL-5, SAE 75W-90 | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear | 4.60 PTS. | 2.17 L | API - GL-5, SAE 75W-90 | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | Standard Trans,2 Door | 11.20 PTS. | 5.29 L | 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and water | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 4.75 QTS. | 4.49 L | API - SAE 5W-30 | S | |||
| Fuel Tank | 2 Door | 11.10 GALS. | 42.01 L | S | |||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | RWD | 4.00 PTS. | 1.89 L | API - GL-4, SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil | S | ||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II | S | |||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 3.60 PTS. | 1.7 L | API - GL-4, SAE 75W-90 | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Use a good quality windshield washer fluid, diluted with water as necessary. | S | |||
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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