Lateral G Inspection

2013 Suzuki Kizashi Sport GTS, FWDSECTION Lateral G Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Calibrate yaw rate/G sensor assembly, see SENSOR CALIBRATION OF ESP® 
  2. Park vehicle on level surface with parking brake applied and fix wheels with chokes.
  3. Connect SUZUKI scan tool to DLC (1) with ignition OFF.

    Special Tool 

    1. SUZUKI scan tool (SUZUKI-SDT) 
    Fig 1: Connecting Scan Tool To DLC
    G06526624Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  4. Push engine switch to change ignition mode of keyless push start system to "ON" and select menu "DATA LIST" mode of SUZUKI scan tool. Refer to scan tool operator's manual for further details.
  5. Check "G Sensor (Lateral)" under "DATA LIST" of SUZUKI scan tool in the following vehicle conditions.
    • Level condition
    • Right-up condition
    • Left-up condition

    ESP® hydraulic unit/control module if check result is not as specified.

    Lateral G specification 

    LATERAL G SPECIFICATION CHART

    Vehicle condition G Sensor (lateral)
    Level condition 0 ± 0.1 G
    Right-up condition 0.1 ± 0.1 G
    Left-up condition -0.1 ± 0.1 G
    Fig 2: [Identifying Yaw Rate / G Sensor Checking Condition - Vehicle Right Up Position]
    G06526625Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
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