Suzuki Vitara (LY) 2016-2017 · Service Manual Repair Instructions

Differential Side Oil Seal Replacement

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1)Hoist vehicle and drain ATF.
2)Remove front drive shaft assembly. icon 
3)Remove differential side oil seals (1) using flat-bladed screwdriver or the like.
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[A]: Right side [B]: Left side
4)Apply grease to new differential side oil seal lips.
: Grease 99000–25030 (SUZUKI Super Grease C)
5)Using special tool, install new differential side oil seals (1) at specified position as shown in figure.
NOTE:
For 4WD model, right side differential side oil seal cannot be removed on the vehicle.
Special Tool
(A): 09945–56510
(B): 09925–16510
(C): 09924–74510
Differential side oil seal installing depth
Right side “a”: 18.6 – 19.6 mm (0.74 – 0.77 in.) (2WD model)
Left side “b”: 2.6 – 3.6 mm (0.11 – 0.14 in.)
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[A]: Right side [B]: Left side
6)Install front drive shaft assembly. icon 
7)Replenish proper amount of ATF. icon 
8)Check fluid level. icon