Power Steering (P/S) System (If Equipped); All Hinges, Latches And Locks - Suzuki Jimny Service Manual

Power Steering (P/S) System (if equipped)

INSPECTION
1) Visually check power steering system for fluid leakage and
hose for damage and deterioration.
Repair or replace defective parts, if any.
2) With engine stopped, check fluid level indicated on fluid tank
or level gauge of tank cap, which should be between MAX
and MIN marks. If it is lower than MIN, fill fluid up to MAX
mark.
NOTE:
• Be sure to use an equivalent of DEXRON
®
DEXRON -IIE or DEXRON
• Fluid level should be checked when fluid is cool.
3) Visually check pump drive belt for cracks and wear.
4) Check belt for tension, referring to "Drive Belt" in this section.
If necessary, have belt adjusted or replaced.

All Hinges, Latches and Locks

DOORS INSPECTION
Check that each door of front and back doors opens and closes
smoothly and locks securely when closed.
If any malfunction is found, lubricate hinge and latch or repair
door lock system.
ENGINE HOOD INSPECTION
Check that secondary latch operates properly (check that sec-
ondary latch keeps hood from opening all the way even when pull-
ing hood release handle inside vehicle.) Also check that hood
opens and closes smoothly and properly and hood locks securely
when closed.
If any malfunction is found, lubricate hinge and latch, or repair
hood lock system. Check hood latch bolt for tightness.
Tightening torque
Hood latch bolts
10 N·m (1.0 kg-m, 7.5 lb-ft)
MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 0B-19
®
-III for P/S fluid.
®
-II,