Grand Vitara JLS Plus 2WD V6-2.5L (2000)
Exhaust Pipe Gasket: Customer Interest
Exhaust System - Vibration/Rattles/Squeaks
TSB No. TS06-04 11010
Section Title: Engine
Division: Automotive
Category: Technical
SUBJECT:
RATTLE/VIBRATION/SQUEAKING NOISE FROM EXHAUST
MODEL:
GRAND VITARA (SQ-625), XL-7 (JA-627)
YEAR:
1999-2001
CONDITION:
Vehicles may experience conditions where a rattle or squeaking noise can be heard coming from the # 1 exhaust pipe.
CAUSE:
Vibration from the # 1 exhaust pipe heat shield or surface contamination between the # 1 exhaust pipe and its sealing ring.
CORRECTION:
Removal of the # 1 exhaust pipe, installation of additional glass fiber packing between the # 1 exhaust pipe and heat shield, and use updated sealing ring
(PN 14183-65D00) when installing the # 1 exhaust pipe back in the vehicle.
AFFECTED VEHICLES:
This procedure applies only to 1999-2001 Grand Vitara (SQ-625) and 2001 XL-7 (JA-627) models that fall within the listed VIN range and exhibit
either of the above mentioned conditions. In the event the technician encounters a vehicle that meets this criteria, follow the instructions outlined in this
bulletin, ensuring all steps are completed.
REQUIRED PARTS:
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1.
Disconnect the negative battery cable.