Suzuki Vitara (LY) 2016-2017 · Service Manual Diagnostic Information and Procedures

Engine Brake Test

Precautions: Precautions for Diagnosing Trouble · Precautions for Disassembly and Reassembly · Precautions for Transmission / Transaxle · General safety (00)

WARNING:
There is the risk of a rear-end collision if there are vehicles behind you when you perform this test.
Check that there are no vehicles behind you when you perform this test.
1)While driving vehicle in 3rd gear of M range, shift down to 2nd gear and check if engine brake operates.
2)In the same way as in Step 1), shift down to 1st gear and check that engine brake operates.
Troubleshooting
Condition Possible Cause Action
Failure to operate when shifted down to 2nd gear
Faulty valve body component
Faulty B1 brake
Check B1 brake referring to A/T Assembly Inspection and Adjustment.
Failure to operate when shifted down to 1st gear
Faulty valve body component
Faulty 1st and reverse brake
Check 1st and reverse brake referring to A/T Assembly Inspection and Adjustment and 1st and Reverse Brake Inspection.