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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUZUKI2009EQUATOR SPORT, 4D PICKUP EXTRA CAB, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 45 (BODY FRAME)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFRAME REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2009 Suzuki Equator Sport, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 4WD

Removal Procedure

2009 Suzuki Equator Sport, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 4WDSECTION Removal Procedure
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.
Fig 1: Identifying Radiator, Air Conditioning Condenser & Fan Module Assembly In Tying Position
G04845005Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  1. Tie the radiator, air conditioning condenser, and fan module assembly to the upper radiator support to keep the assembly with the vehicle when the frame is lowered.
  2. Install the engine support fixture. Refer to INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .
  3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
  4. Remove the front wheels. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
  5. Remove the side splash shield-to-frame fasteners.
  6. Remove the front air dam-to-frame fasteners.
    Fig 2: Identifying Side Splash Shield-To-Frame, Front Air Dam-To-Frame & Rear Transmission Mount-To-Frame Bolts
    G04845006Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  7. Remove the rear transmission mount-to-frame bolts (3).
    Fig 3: Identifying Front Transmission Mount-To-Frame Bolt
    G04845007Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  8. Remove the front transmission mount-to-frame bolt.
    Fig 4: Identifying Steering Gear-To-Frame Bolts
    G04845008Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  9. Remove the steering gear-to-frame bolts.
  10. Using mechanics wire, secure the steering gear to the exhaust.
    Fig 5: Identifying Stabilizer Shaft Clamp-To-Frame Bolts
    G04845009Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  11. Remove the stabilizer shaft clamp-to-frame bolts.
    Fig 6: Identifying Lower Ball Joint Stud Bolt
    G04845010Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  12. Separate the lower ball joint from the steering knuckle. Refer to LOWER CONTROL ARM REPLACEMENT .
  13. Remove the power steering cooler line retainer clips from the frame.
  14. Lower the vehicle until the frame contacts J 39580.
    Fig 7: Identifying Reinforcement Bolts With Rear Frame To Body Bolts
    G04845011Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  15. Remove the reinforcement bolts (3).
  16. Remove the rear frame to body bolts (2). DISCARD the bolts.
  17. Remove the reinforcement (1) from the vehicle.
    Fig 8: Identifying Front Frame-To-Body Bolts
    G04845012Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  18. Remove the front frame-to-body bolts. DISCARD the bolts.
  19. Carefully raise the vehicle in order to separate the frame from the body.
  20. Remove the lower control arms. Refer to LOWER CONTROL ARM REPLACEMENT .
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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.