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Security & Locks: Removal & Installation Suzuki Vitara I

Door Locks & Anti-Theft Systems 4 illustrations ~301 words

Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder Removal and Installation

Refer to STEERING LOCK ASSEMBLY (IGNITION SWITCH) REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION , Steering Column.

REPLACEMENT OF TRANSMITTER BATTERY

If transmitter becomes unreliable, replace transmitter battery as follows.

  1. Put the edge of a coin (1) or a flat blade screw driver in the slot (2) of the transmitter (3) and pry it open.
  2. Replace the battery (lithium disc-type CR2032 or equivalent) (2) so its "+" terminal faces the "+" mark of the transmitter (3). CAUTION: Use care not to allow grease or dirt to be attached on the printed circuit board and the battery.
  3. Close the transmitter (3) firmly.
  4. Make sure the door locks can be operated with the transmitter (3).

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Scheme 11

Note. To prevent theft, be sure to break the transmitter before discarding it. Dispose of the used battery properly according to applicable rules or regulations. Do not dispose of lithium batteries with ordinary household trash.

Installation

To install front door lock, reverse removal procedure, noting the following.

Scheme 12

Scheme 12: Installation

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Scheme 13
  1. Door latch striker. Move door latch striker up or down so its center aligns with the center of groove "A" on the door, as shown. NOTE: Striker should be moved vertically and placed level. Do not adjust door lock. Tightening torque Door latch striker screw (a): 13 N.m (1.3 kg-m, 9.5 lb-ft)
  2. Move door latch striker sideways to adjust door surface flush with body surface, as shown. In order to correctly obtain door latch striker position in the fore-and-aft direction, increase or decrease number of shims inserted between body and striker to adjust it. NOTE: Apply oil or grease to striker joints periodically. Front door latch striker position 10.9 - 12.9 mm (0.43 - 0.51 in.) 3.4 - 5.4 mm (0.13 - 0.21 in.)

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Scheme 14: TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS