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.
2002 Suzuki XL-7 PlusFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Engine Controls - Service & Adjustment Specifications: Capacities
FLUID CAPACITIES
| Application | Qts. (L) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic Transaxle (Dexron-III) | |||
| Aerio | |||
| Inital Fill | 6.6 (6.2) | ||
| Drain & Refill | 3.1 (2.9) | ||
| Esteem | |||
| Inital Fill | 5.8 (5.5) | ||
| Drain & Refill (1.6L) | 6.0 (5.7) | ||
| Drain & Refill (1.8L) | 6.2 (5.9) | ||
| Grand Vitara & Vitara | |||
| Drain & Refill | 2.6 (2.5) | ||
| Cooling System (Includes Heater) | |||
| Aerio | 6.8 (6.4) | ||
| Esteem (1.6L) | |||
| Sedan | 4.4 (4.2) | ||
| Wagon | 5.0 (4.7) | ||
| Esteem (1.8L) | 5.8 (5.5) | ||
| Sedan | 5.6 (5.3) | ||
| Wagon | 5.9 (5.6) | ||
| Grand Vitara & Vitara | |||
| 1.6L | 4.8 (4.6) | ||
| 2.0L | 5.9 (5.6) | ||
| 2.5L | 7.5 (7.1) | ||
| Crankcase (Includes Filter) | |||
| Aerio | 5.3 (5.0) | ||
| Esteem (1.6L) | 3.8 (3.6) | ||
| Esteem (1.8L) | 5.3 (5.0) | ||
| Grand Vitara | 5.8 (5.5) | ||
| Vitara | |||
| 1.6L | 4.4 (4.2) | ||
| 2.0L | 5.5 (5.2) | ||
| Differential (SAE 75W-90 API GL-5 Gear Oil) | |||
| Grand Vitara & Vitara | |||
| Front | 1.1 (1.0) | ||
| Rear | 2.3 (2.2) | ||
| Manual Transaxle (SAE 75W-90 API GL-4 Gear Oil) | |||
| Aerio | 2.1 (2.0) | ||
| Esteem | 2.5 (2.4) | ||
| Manual Transmission (SAE 75W-90 API GL-4 Gear Oil) | |||
| Grand Vitara & Vitara | |||
| 2WD | 2.0 (1.9) | ||
| 4WD | 1.6 (1.5) | ||
| Transfer Case (SAE 75W-90 API GL-4 Gear Oil) | |||
| Grand Vitara & Vitara | 1.8 (1.7) | ||
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.