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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUZUKI2013SX4 CROSSOVER, AUTOMATIC CVT TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 104 (POWER ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM (ELECTRIC))REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSTIE-ROD/RACK BOOT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONINSTALLATION
2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, Automatic CVT Trans
Tie-Rod/Rack Boot Removal and Installation: Installation
2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Suzuki SX4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install tie-rod (1) and tie-rod lock washer to rack (2).
- Hold rack with soft jawed vise and tighten tie-rod to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Tie-rod (a): 75 N.m (7.5 kg-m, 54.5 lbf-ft)
- Bend lock washer at 2 places (1) as shown in figure.
- Apply grease "A" to boot inside as shown in figure. Position boot properly in grooves of gear case (or rack side mount) and tie-rod.
After this, check to ensure that boot is free from twist and dent.
"A": Grease 99000-25050 (SUZUKI Super Grease E)
- Clamp boot with clip and wire. Wire should be new and should go around the boot twice. Pull its both ends together by screwdriver or such and make sure that the wire won't be crossed. Then twist the ends 4 - 5 times, the twisted ends should be bent in the circumferential direction.NOTE: After clamping, make sure that the boot installation part is fixed.
If the boot turns easily by hand, tighten with higher torque to fix it firmly.
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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.