Suzuki Vitara (LY) 2016-2017 · Service Manual Precautions

Precautions for Disassembly and Reassembly

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

As the twin clutch system unit consists of high precision component, the following precautions should be strictly observed when handling its parts in disassembly and reassembly.
•Never disassemble the twin clutch system except where indicated in this section. Disassembly will spoil its original performance.
•Wash dirt off from the twin clutch system so that no such dirt will enter the twin clutch system during dismounting and remounting.
•When servicing, select a clean place free from dust and dirt.
•Place a rubber mat on a workbench to protect parts from damage.
•Use lint-free paper not cloth rags.
•Replace each gasket, oil seal and O-ring with a new one.
•Keep component parts in group for each subassembly and avoid mixing them up.
•Clean all parts with cleaning solvent thoroughly and air-dry them.
•Keep face and eyes away from solvent spray while air blowing parts.
•Check mating surface for irregularities and remove them, if necessary. Clean it again.
•Apply transaxle oil to all O-rings.
•Replace oil seals that are removed and apply grease to their lips.