Thrust Bearing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara and 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- With lower crankcase installed, check thrust clearance (end play) using dial indicator to measure thrust clearance in axial direction.
- Standard thickness of thrust bearing is .0984" (2.50 mm). If clearance exceeds specification, replace thrust bearing with new standard one or oversize one to obtain standard thrust clearance. Thickness of oversize thrust bearing is .1009" (2.563 mm).