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.
2012 Suzuki Equator BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Range Reference
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.
RANGE REFERENCE
| - | Park | Reverse | Neutral | D | M | |||||||||||
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| Gear | - | - | - | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | E | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 E/B | 2 | ||
| Rev, 1st Shift Solenoid Valve (S1) | OFF | OFF(1) | OFF | ON | OFF | OFF | OFF | OFF | OFF | ON | OFF | OFF | ON | OFF | ||
| 2-3, 3-4 Shift Solenoid Valve (S2) | OFF | OFF | OFF | OFF | ON | ON | ON | OFF | OFF | OFF | ON | ON | OFF | ON | ||
| 1-2, 2-3, Rev Shift Solenoid Valve (S3) | OFF | ON(1) | OFF | ON | ON | ON | OFF | OFF | OFF | ON | ON | ON | ON | ON | ||
| 3-4, 4-5 Shift Solenoid Valve (S4) | OFF | OFF | OFF | OFF | OFF | ON | ON | ON | OFF | OFF | OFF | ON | OFF | OFF | ||
| Reverse Shift Solenoid Valve (S5) | OFF | ON(1) | OFF | OFF | OFF | OFF | OFF | OFF | OFF | OFF | OFF | OFF | ON | OFF | ||
| 1-2 Reverse Clutch (B5) | A | A | A | A | A | - | - | - | - | A | A | - | A | A | ||
| 4-5 Clutch (C3) | - | - | - | - | - | - | A | A | A | - | - | - | - | - | ||
| 3rd Gear Band (B4) | - | - | - | - | - | A | - | - | - | - | - | A | - | - | ||
| Direct Clutch (C2) | - | A | - | - | - | - | - | A | A | - | - | - | - | - | ||
| Forward Clutch (C1) | - | - | - | A | A | A | A | A | A | A | A | A | A | A | ||
| Low and Reverse Clutch (B3) | - | A | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | A | - | ||
| Low Clutch Sprag (F2) | - | - | - | H | - | - | - | - | - | H | - | - | H | - | ||
| Second Clutch Sprag (F1) | - | - | - | - | H | H | H | - | - | - | H | H | - | H | ||
| Second Coast Clutch (B1) | - | - | - | - | A | A | A | - | - | - | A | A | - | A | ||
| Second Clutch (B2) | - | - | - | - | A | A | A | A | A | - | A | A | - | A | ||
| E = Emergency E/B = Engine Braking ON = the solenoid valve is energized. OFF = the solenoid valve is de-energized. A = Applied H = Holding
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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.