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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUZUKI2013SX4 CROSSOVER, AUTOMATIC CVT TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 38 (FRONT SUSPENSION)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTRUT, STRUT COMPONENT AND/OR SPRING REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, Automatic CVT Trans
Removal Procedure
2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, Automatic CVT TransSECTION 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.
- Install the strut assembly in the J 45400 using the following procedure.
- Adjust the lower legs of the J 45400 to the lowest possible coil of the spring.
- Adjust the upper legs of the J 45400 to the highest possible coil of the spring.
- Inspect the strut assembly to insure hooks on the strut compress legs are properly installed on the spring coils.
- Verify the strut assembly is parallel with the J 45400.
- Compress the spring enough to unload the upper strut mount.
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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.