LSPV Assembly Removal and Installation: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Suzuki Vitara. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: LSPV assembly must not be disassembled. Replace with a new one if defective.

Install by reversing removal procedure, noting the following.

Apply multi-purpose grease "A" to upper and lower joint of coil spring.

Fig 1: Installing Spring Into Lever
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Torque each bolt (2) and nut (1) to specification as indicated respectively in the figure.
Tightening torque

LSPV spring nut (a): 23 N.m (2.3 kg-m, 17.0 lb-ft)

LSPV mounting bolt (a): 23 N.m (2.3 kg-m, 17.0 lb-ft)

Brake pipe flare nut (b): 16 N.m (1.6 kg-m, 11.5 lb-ft)

Air bleeding plug for LSPV (c): 7.5 N.m (0.75 kg-m, 5.5 lb-ft)

Fig 2: Tightening LSPV Bolts And Nuts
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Upon completion of installation, fill reservoir tank with specified fluid and bleed air from brake system.
NOTE: Make sure to bleed air from LSPV bleeder without failure.
After bleeding air, check that LSPV is installed properly referring to "LSPV ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION: "