Last samurai: Choose a used Suzuki Grand Vitara. New Comment Suzuki Problems Grand Vitara 2.0

15.03.2020

Production compact crossover Suzuki Grand Vitara was started in 1998. Today, the release of the auto is stopped, as the "samurai" replaced new model With the same name, but already in absolutely new configuration. The old version of the car is interesting and unique. There is a permanent four-wheel drive in it, inter-seed differential And its lock. FROM permanent drive "Japanese" is almost the most off-road car in its class.

Grand Vitara feels confidently on off-road, overcoming dirt, ice and snow-covered road. Before purchasing legendary carOf course, it is best to find out what is its engine resource.

Line of power aggregates

For its history of existence, the crossover received a large number of different power plantswhich in one degree or another became famous for their reliability and unpretentiousness. In most cases, Japanese engineers equipped their developments with just a pair of motors, but in the case of a completely different story. Options of 1.6 to 3.2 liters with different levels of forsing are available to the buyer's choice. Also, the line of motors includes not only gasoline, but also diesel modifications.

One of the most popular and sought-after is a two-liter J20A engine. The head of the cylinder block and the basic parts of the housing are made of aluminum alloy. The main advantage of the motor is the presence of hydraulic clearance compensators. Due to the hydrocomathers, the maintenance of the power unit is significantly simplified, and its resource increases.

The engine on average is about 300 thousand kilometers to the first overhaul. The manufacturer recommends using SUZUKI MOTOR OIL special engine oil, due to which it is possible to significantly reduce the negative effect of friction force on the contacting surface of the part of the power unit.

Motor resource certified by the manufacturer

As the practice of operation of Suzuki Grand Vitara shows, the crossover engines are quite reliable, but still have some weak spots. The power unit with a 1.6 liter working volume is sensitive to overheating, it is also better to prevent oil "starvation" of this engine. The installed timing chain drive serves for 120 thousand kilometers, which, of course, adds a motor reliability and greater resource. To increase the life of the chain, the manufacturer recommends using only certified engine oil. An engine with a volume of 1.6 liters is also desirable to be frozen during severe frosts.

The manufacturer does not indicate any framework of the Motor resource, but assures that all the power units of Suzuki Grand Vitara go at least 250 thousand kilometers. In order for the "Heart" of the car throughout the declared period, it is also necessary to use high-quality fuel. From low-quality fuel suffering the spark plugs of the motor and fuel filterwhich comes assembled with a fuel pump and catalyst. Any breakdown of these components fuel system Significantly reduce operation time. If the gasoline is filled from a proven supplier, timely passing a scheduled way, then you can increase the resource engine Suzuki. Grand Vitara up to 300 thousand kilometers.

Suzuki Holders Reviews Grand Vitara

Suzuki Grand Vitara is a classic, without all too much. Such a car will serve faith and truth if it provides proper attention. In the line of power units, there are no turbocharged engines, and as a transmission, the manufacturer offers a time-tested hydromechanical transmission. The symbiosis of a reliable engine and no less reliable box even today bribes many drivers for the purchase of Grand Vitara the earliest generations. Without exaggeration, it can be said that the Japanese had a really cool car, without interior sings, but with pointed attention on the most important thing. About what the resource of the Suzuki engine Grand Vitara will informatively tell the reviews of the Krossovers owners.

Modification 1.6.

Stanislav, Irkutsk. I have new Suzuki. Grand Vitara 2017, the latest generation model. The car is still satisfied, although the mileage is completely meager. Recently passed only the run-in, replaced the oil and began to pour the recommended manufacturer. A familiar has the same car, with a 1.6-liter engine of an older generation. The car is also pleased, now under the hood of Vitara put new engines, practically perfect. You do not need to adjust the valve, sitting driving and go. I hope that there will be a minimum of 300,000 km, before urgent repairs will need.
Yuri, Simferopol. The car is good, but probably not for our roads. The chain began to ring after 80 thousand kilometers due to excessive stretching. The replacement with the tensioner cost tens of thousand rubles. Also affects the resource of low quality fuel. It is very difficult now to find a good supplier. It is best not to save and pour ai-95. I understood that when it became too late. The car recently sold, 180 thousand km went on Suzuki Grand Vitara, after which I decided to change.
George, Moscow. My wife rides on this crossover of 2014 release. The mileage is now about 45 thousand km, during this time the warranty has already changed the pump, but there were no more problems anymore. The car consumption is huge at a speed of over 150 km, so, I do not recommend driving on it if efficiency is important for you. Suspension noisy, but not killed, the most that is for our roads. The engine works quietly, stable, problems with a minimum machine, but there are some shortcomings, for example, a weak metal body, as well expensive service. The Dealer Center said that Grand Vitara 1.6 runs 300,000 km.

This modification is equipped with a qualitative power unit that requires increased attention. Driving on a crossover with a 1.6-liter engine under the hood can be 250 or more than thousand kilometers. The resource of the engine rests in high-quality and permanent planned service car.

Modification 2.0

Mikhail, Tyumen. I will say as the former owner of Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.0 and 2.4. These cars have excellent transmissions, but motors, frankly, pushed. Both are "eating" oil, and about one liter per 1,000 km. The chain really passes about 120 thousand kilometers, like that in this car does not need to adjust the valve. For all the time, there were no special problems with the engines, but strained constant oil and fuel costs. Consumption is also about 12 liters in the city, which is quite a few. In general, I recommend purchasing Grand Vitara with a 2.7 l or more engine, for example, 3.2 liters. They are better and dragged.
Sergey, Yekaterinburg. I will brief: I did not like the car. He passed on Suzuki Grand Vitara 200 thousand kilometers, after which he sold the car. The engine "eats" oil, and when the mileage reaches a mark of 100 thousand km, "appetite" cars significantly increases. I also did not like that the engine is inclined to detonation. The chain did not live even up to 100 thousand, it was necessary to change 70-75 thousand km at the turn, knocking and ringing began, the chain stretches very quickly.
Alexander, Tula. I like the car to everyone. On his 1998 car passed 300,000 kilometers, quite successfully, after which I did overhaul. If the engine is detonation, it is necessary to change the fuel, go to another octane number, the manufacturer itself recommends filling AI-95. I have recently referred to LUKOIL AI-95 and did not know any problems. Oil changed every 7 thousand km, poured Liqui Moly. 5W-30. In general, the car is pleased, I recommend everything with a modification with a motor 2.0 l.

Suzuki Grand Vitara with a 2.0 engine is quite reliable, but touched on the quality of fuel refilling and requires timely service. Under the recommendations of the manufacturer on the frequency of the planned, the crossover will serve at least 300,000 km to the first overhaul.

Modification 2.4.

Egor, Moscow. Hello everyone! I acquired Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.4 in 2007 official dealer. At first, the machine really pleased, but soon the first disappointments came. The engine began to "eat" oil, and the flow rate rose to 1 liter per 1000 km. I went to the service center, where I was told that the consumption does not correspond to the norm, but no one can fix it. Most likely, piston rings were stuck, and this is very expensive repairs. It happened because of the low-quality fuel. Recently sold the car, a modification with a 2.4-liter motor is not suitable for use with us.
Vadim, Voronezh. What can I say, the car is high-quality, reliable, but expensive in service. I have already passed 50,000 kilometers on my car, during which time it was planned five times, which is on average within a couple of hundred dollars. Change spark plugs, motor oil, filters and the like. Mobil 1 was poured into the engine, expensive, but very high quality substance. In general, there were no problems with the engine over the years of operation. The main thing is to fill good gasolineSince Suzuki's motors are very sensitive to nutrition.
Valery, Sochi. I had a car and domestic car industry, there was Toyota Avensis, but recently I go only on Suzuki. The last "samurai" was Grand Vitara with a 2.4 l engine and a hydromechanical box. Satisfied with the car, and I'm not going to change soon. The only thing that does not like is the monthly cost of maintaining the machine. Grand Vitara costs more than other cars that I had. There were never problems with the engine.

In some cases, I can really observe problems with a 2.4-liter engine, however, it is mainly provoked a breakdown of low-quality fuel and engine oil. With properly and timely service, the modification of Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.4 passes at least 250,000 kilometers.

And "Grand Vitara" began to be issued since the end of 1996. Different four- and six-cylinder engines were used to configure the machine. The most common was the two-liter J20A engine.

common data

Petrol four-cylinder J20A was used on various versions of Suzuki Vitara, produced during periods of time:

"Vitara Cabrio" (em, ta) - from December 1996 to March 1999.
"Vitara" (em, ta) - from December 1996 to March 1998.
"Grand Vitara" (FT) - from March 1998 to July 2003.
"Grand Vitara" (JT) - from October 2005 to February 2015.
"Grand Vitara Cabrio" (GT) - from March 1998 to July 2003.

The engine has vertically in a series of cylinders with a working volume of 1,995 liters. Depending on the type of firmware electronic block Motor control develops power from 128 to 146 forces. The development potential of the engine characteristics J20A has laid in the design allowed him to hold out in production for almost 20 years.

General device

The main body parts are the head and the cylinder block are made of aluminum alloy. In the actuator's first generation valves, there are hydraulic gap compensators, which significantly simplified the service. In later engines, from about 2003, adjusting washers stand in the valve drive. Two chains are used for the drive. For each of them there is its own tensioner and its reassigner of oscillations. On the front of the engine J20A "Grand Vitara" placed a polyclinic belt for the drive of various auxiliary aggregates.

Execution options

There were several modifications of the J20A engine with various characteristics:

An option used on the "Suzuki Escudo" of the second version and Mazda Levante. This option developed 140 forces at the norm of the exhaust Euro-0.
On the first Suzuki Grand Vitara applied more weak option Engine, developing only 128 forces.
The version for the configuration "Suzuki" SX4 (GY), which is intended for the transverse installation.

Benefits

Machines "Vitara" were equipped with a variety of engines with a working volume from 1.6 to 3.2 liters. But the most popular was the J20A motor, which ensured the most favorable ratio of dynamics and fuel consumption. Generally force aggregate He established himself as a completely reliable and unpretentious node. The larger plus of the motor is the possibility of using gasoline A92.

It is worth noting another fault that several owners of the 2-liter "Vitar" have encountered. Over time, there is a drawdown of the coolant pumping fluid bulk. At a certain point, the blades of the impeller begin to touch the housing. At the same time, the motor in operation issues outsided sounds. If you do not replace the pump on time, then the blades are abrasion and reducing the intensity of the coolant supply. Because of this, overheating is the thermally loaded block and the head, which leads to the jacket and the engine outlet.

Chains Replacement Materials

One of the most complex procedures during the repair of the J20A engine will be replaced by chains. When replacing materials will be needed:

Tensioner for the chain (number 12831-77E02).
Tensioner for the chain (number 12832-77E00).
Small top chain (number 12762-77E00).
Big bed chain (number 12761-77E11).
Soothing (number 12771-77E00).
Soothing (number 12772-77E01).
Substrate for tensioner (number 12811-77E00).
Tension laying (number 12835-77E00).
Front crankshaft (number 09283-45012).
Laying on the valve cover (number 11189-65j00).
Valve cover fastening seals (number 11188-85FA0) - 6 pcs.
Sealing the candlestone (number 11179-81402) - 4 pcs.

Chain drive gears usually do not require replacements.

Tools and materials

Set of wrench and heads.
Dynamometric key up to 150-200 N / m.
Sealant for the frontal cover.
Ribs for wiping.

Sequence of performance

Install the machine on the pit.

Remove the expansion tank and plastic lid on the motor.
Remove the probe to measure the oil level.
Remove coils with candles.
Disconnect ventilation hoses from the cover on the block head.
Remove the head by reloading six nuts.
In the design of the lid there are two sleeves installed in the rear. It is better to remove and put it separately.
Rotating a pulley fastening nut combine tags. One label is applied to the pulley, the second on the engine crankcase.
Remove the drive belt of additional aggregates.
Unscrew the nut and remove the crankshaft pulley.
Remove pump rollers and tensioner.
Remove 15 frontal cover bolts.
Remove the protective screen of the engine and unscrew another two cover bolts.
Remove the climate installation compressor.
Disconnect the cooling system hose in front of the engine. The hose must be drowning with a wooden wedge or bolt.
Remove the cover from the motor. The cover is centered on the block using two guide pins.

Check the gas distribution phases on the old chain. The key grooves of the main shaft must coincide with the label on the crankcase, the label on the double intermediate gear should be directed upwards. At the same time risks on gears distributional shafts Must coincide with the risks on the casting head.
Remove the chain tension mechanisms.

Unscrew the bolts of the gear of the camshafts. To fix them from rotation there is a special Lyk with a turnkey hexagon.
Remove the gears and upper chain.

Remove the intermediate gear and main chain, as well as a gear with a crankshaft sock.
Install a new lower chain and drive gear back. At the same time on the chain there are links of blue and yellow color. The blue link should be opposite the label on a double gear, and yellow - opposite the label of the main shaft of the J20A engine.
Put a new lower tensioner.
Mount the gears of camshaft and upper chain. The yellow mark of this chain should coincide with the mark on a double gear, and blue - with labels on the shafts.

Put a new top tensioner.
Lubricate the entire mechanism of engine oil.
Replace the shaft seal in the frontal lid and the rings of the candles in the valve lid.
Install the front cover on the new sealant.
Install a new gasket on and mounted it on the head.
Install all removed parts. In case of damage or loss of seals, the caps are replaced by them new.

When creating Suzuki, Grand Vitara 2 abandoned the frame and continuous bridges, but left a full-fledged four-wheel drive. Therefore, reading the "paper" characteristics of the car is not always clear to which class to attribute it. Whether it is at the price of the crossover, or with the appetite of the SUV. In the article, we will lay on the shelves all the advantages and cons model with mileage.

A bit of history

The Vitara Japanese family began its history back in 1988. The frame, the plug-in front axle, small size and weight made a model popular in certain circles of off-road lovers. Low power engines A little limited off-road opportunities, but they made the price of a car affordable most of those who wish.

The second generation (1998-2005) has become more powerful and received the Grand console. Therefore, actually Suzuki in the overview of the third generation, but taking into account the Grandism - the second. The off-road Vitara was not the first, but for urban conditions, it was generally approached, so the second reincarnation did not use much popularity.

In the third generation, Suzuki decided to take into account previous errors and made a cardinal replacement of priorities. In 2005, fashion for crossovers was just gained momentum. Therefore, the model received a cute appearance, a constant four-wheel drive with a reduced transmission and the body carrying instead of a frame. In combination with affordable price It ensured quite stable popularity.

Body and configuration

In addition to the standard five-door modification, not so often, but there is also a three-door - a good option for urban conditions with bad roads. The body of Grand Vitara is galvanized on both sides, but after damage, it starts rust very quickly. Therefore, chips and scratches are better to eliminate immediately after occurrence.

Scroll additional equipment Much shorter than German premium brands. But for comfortable movement there is everything you need even in the "base". All Suzuki Grand Vitara 2 has:

full electric circuit;
climate control (not everyone, however, like the algorithm of his work);
heated front seats;
two airbags (driver, passenger);
ABS and EBD brake effort distribution system.

In more expensive equipment for course stability Watch eSP system. From the "buns" can be a leather interior, cruise control, invisible access, parking sensors and more expensive music with changer. Top vitara with a motor 3.2 liters were also supplied with electronic assistants On the descent and lift.

Salon spacious and simple. Plastic panel hard, but on the door maps is soft. Crickets and rattling most often arise in the torpedo area and rear seats. Noise isolation at the average level, after restyling it was slightly improved.

Total restyings were two. In 2008, they changed the radiator grille, a couple of little things in appearance and laid the information display in the front panel. There was an opportunity to choose a gasoline engine. An improved 2,4-liter and top-end was added to the only two-liter - V6 3.2 liter, which was officially not supplied to our edges, therefore it was rare. In 2012, the appearance was still a little more and removed from production a six-cylinder motor.

Off-road and razdatka

A permanent four-wheel drive is good, but you should not count on "super" permeability. It is higher than that of the middle "PARKTNIC", but do not exclude the factor "right" rubber and gaskets between the wheel and driver's seat. Additional features always require additional costs, or at least attention.

When choosing Suzuki Grand Vitara with mileage, it is better not to take instances with dried front axle glades. Without oil, the gearbox quickly fails, and it is unknown how much the car has already drove with a county. Most often the right side of the right drive and changes without any problems. If the front flux, you will have to disassemble the entire distribution. In this case, all other seals are changed at the same time, so as not to return to this issue the next 70-80 thousand runs.

Even if there are no oil ilk, then after purchase, be sure to change the oil in the front gearbox. Due to the location of the Sapuna, water gets into it. And for this it is not necessary to ride deepbridges. Solving the problem exists:

The original set of the elongated hose (27891-65D10) of the Sapuna and the retainer (27892-65d00).
Design from a benzostoy zhigulevsky hose, two clamps and filters.

In the rear gearbox, the Sapun is led to the bridge, so there are no such problems. But if "parked" in a deep puddle for a long time, the moisture can still penetrate inside. Therefore, fans of extreme off-road are recommended to change the lubricant in the rear gearbox twice as often than with normal operation.

If you change the glands and oil in both razdats, then the system full drive Suzuki Grand Vitara regularly serves 250+ thousand km. Unfortunately, not all owners pay due attention to regular diagnostics.

Suspension

The chassis from Grand Vitara is reliable, but there are several weak points:

1. Silent blocks of the front levers. In the original, the front levers change only in the collection. At the same time, the ball support "wives" is much larger than the rear silent blocks, which live 70-100 thousand km. Resolved in two ways:
  1. replacing the lever assembly;
  2. replacing the sienel blocks themselves alternative. For example: Hyundai 54584-2e000 or Sidem 877611.
2. Rear collapse bolts. They are supplied without any anti-corrosion protection, so over time become one with the rear silent blocks. Because of this it is impossible to adjust the collapse rear axis. This is fraught accelerated wear Rubber and "treated" by replacing all the rear silent blocks together with bolts. To prevent such a situation, it is recommended that regular (every 20-30 thousand km) prevention of bolts (graphite lubricant).
3. Front stabilizer bushings. Almost consuming with a service life of 10-30 thousand km. Depending on the style of driving, the quality of the bushings and roads. For owners of two-liter Vitars, you can advise using bushings and brackets from the 2.4-liter version. Catalog numbers: 42412-78k00 - sleeve and 42415-78k00 - fasteners bracket.

Hub P. withes are delivered assembly with the hub, but their resource is usually enough for 100+ km at ordinary urban exploitation. Rear brakes Grand Vitara drums and pads usually have enough at least 80 thousand km. The front will have to change twice as often.

Engines

In this section, Suzuki is a minimum of diversity. From 2005 to 2008, there was actually the only option - a two-liter gasoline engineJ20A, with a capacity of 140 liters. from. For weight of the machine and the full drive, it is not enough, so the city consumption is rarely falling below 14 liters.

From America brought cars with more swing six-cylinder2.7 liters (H27A, 185 liters.). Reliable and unpretentious, good option for buying, but finding Grand Vitara 2 in good condition with such a motor is difficult. It is found only at dorestayling vitarah.

From the discharge of exotic you can find Vitara with1.9-liter diesel from Renault. Of the one and a half thousand ads for the sale of the SGV by the author, diesel as much as 16 pieces. The engine with a turbine, not much reliable and with age fuel equipment becomes exorbitantly expensive. To save on fuel it is better to choose gas engine from installed system HBO.Gas equipment pays off quickly, but there isrisk of exhaust valve If incorrectly adjusting and adjusting the fuel mixture.

The second most prevalence - gasolineJ24B \u200b\u200b2.4 liters. Additional 29 l. from. increased consumption by 2 liters. Appeared after the first restyling and is, in fact, busty two-literJB420. According to the dynamics, the two-liter motor on the mechanics can be equated with 2.4 on the machine.

Motors of the JB series have their weaknesses / features:

GHM chain drive.The term of its service rarely exceeds 80-90 thousand km, almost as on the machines with a belt drive. The chain is stretched, the tensioners are cleared, so the first signs of future repair can be easily determined by ear. Do not forget to discover the hood and carefully listen to the sound of the motor - there should be no metal tapping or rattles.
Zhor oil. Usually begins to manifest after 100 thousand runs. Up to 2 liters from replacement before replacement is not particularly worried about what. If you regularly ride with the oil level below the minimum, the engine repair is provided. Helps replacement masonry Caps and piston rings. To begin with, you can try to change the viscosity of the engine oil.
Oil pressure sensor. Another source of lubrication loss. The oil begins to run through it, only replacement.
Adjustment of valves. There are no hydrocompensators in these motors, therefore, the valves should be adjusted for the regulations every 40 thousand km. In fact, rarely who makes such a service more often than once 100 thousand runs.

It remains only to mention the most powerful V6 3.2 liter (N32A, 233 l.) And the weakest 1.6 (M16a, 106 liters.). The first comes from General Motors and in the serviceable and serviced state of the problems will not be delivered. The only motor in Suzuki Grand Vitara 2 with hydrocomathers and does not require valve adjustments. In the case of repair, the six-cylinder motor, according to the principle, will be expensive.

The junior 1.6-liter motor was installed only on three-door HV2, also with a simplified transmission. Reliable but frankly weak aggregate. Suitable only for smooth movement in the city.

Boxes gear

The mechanical box of Grand Vitara 2 is generally reliable, but a problem with the first transmission is often found. It does not turn on on a heated car or very tightly "sticks out." The causes and solutions of the problem may be several:

"Dying" grip - to be treated with replacement;
bad oil in the box - change on 2 liters of Castrol Syntransle Transaxle 75W-90;
recent hydraulic system - replacement and pumping brake fluid;
synchronizer - Repair with the analysis of the checkpoint.

All Grand Vitara 2 installed quite ancient, but reliable four-stage AISIN automatic. There are less problems with it than with mechanics. Switches thoughtfully, but smoothly, while increases average flow on a couple of liters (compared to the manual transmission).

The exception was only SGV with V6 motors. They were supplied with the same Japanese automatic transmission, only five steps. According to the algorithm of work and reliability, they do not differ.

Outcome

Suzuki Grand Vitara second generation attracts its available starting price. For reasonable money, you can get a practically full-fledged SUV with an adequate cost of service.

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