Extended Cranking Time (Hard Starting) (TS 33 10251)
Publication date: 2011-10-25Reference number: TS 33 10251
EXTENDED CRANKING TIME (HARD STARTING)
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
Reference Number(s): TS 33 10251, Date of Issue:
October 25, 2011
| SUZUKI: | 2009~2011 GRAND VITARA (JB424W) |
| SECTION: | Engine |
CONDITION
The engine may experience an extended cranking time during start up.
CAUSE
Various timing conditions may exist intermittently.
CORRECTION
DO NOT replace the ECM! Please reprogram (reflash) the ECM with updated software that has been improved for better starting performance. The SEPS database files installed on the PC or laptop being used must be version 2.011.0731 or later.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
WARRANTY INFORMATION
| Labor Operation | Description | Failed Part Number | Model Year | Complaint Code | Defect Code | Labor Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FB32P0 | Engine Control Module Programming | 33910-78K10 | 2009 | 01 | 99 | 0.4 hrs. |
| 33910-78K60 | 2010~2011 |
REQUIRED TOOLS
- PC or Laptop with the SEPS (Suzuki ECU Programming System) software installed and running with database version 2.011.0731 or later.
- J2534 pass-thru device
- Suzuki SDS Tool Kit (Part number 09910-06520-B) or
- Suzuki SDT Scan Tool (Part number 95171-00380)
Available on www.SuzukiPitstopPlus.com
ECU MODEL LISTModel Specification (E3 - US spec) MY T/M Early ECM Latest ECM *with countermeasure Calibration Data Part No. Version Part No. Version A6B424 E33 11 MT 33980-57LJ1 0001 33980-57LJ2 0002 CVT 33980-57LK1 0001 33980-57LK2 0002 10 MT 33980-57LE1 0001 33980-57LE2 0002 CVT 33980-57LF1 0001 33980-57LF2 0002 RW420 E33 11 2WD MT 33980-51ME1 0001 33980-51ME2 0002 2WD CVT 33980-51MF1 0001 33980-51MF2 0002 4WD MT 33980-51MG1 0001 33980-51MG2 0002 4WD CVT 33980-51MH1 0001 33980-51MH2 0002 10 2WD MT 33980-54LG0 0000 33980-54LG1 0001 2WD CVT 33980-54LH0 0000 33980-54LH1 0001 4WD MT 33980-54LJ0 0000 33980-54LJ1 0001 4WD CVT 33980-54LK0 0000 33980-54LK1 0001 JB424W E33 11 MT 33982-78K81 0001 33982-78K82 0002 AT 33982-78K91 0001 33982-78K92 0002 10 MT 33981-78KG0 0000 33981-78KG1 0001 AT 33981-78KH0 0000 33981-78KH1 0001 09 MT 33980-78KC2 0002 33980-78KC3 0003 AT 33980-78KD3 0003 33980-78KD4 0004
SERVICE ACTION
- Connect the pass-thru device being used to the USB port of your PC or Laptop.
- Plug the pass-thru device into the DLC (Data Link Connector) of the vehicle being reprogrammed.
- Turn the ignition switch to the ON (Run) position leaving the engine OFF.
- Start the SEPS software program on your PC, then follow the prompts to select the desired system controller to reprogram and the pass-thru device being used. Once communication has been established between the vehicle controller and the PC, confirm that the proposed system update information matches that listed in the "ECU Model List" table included on the previous page of this bulletin. If all the data matches the update requirements continue forward through the software program prompts until the process is complete.
- Disconnect the pass-thru device from the vehicle.
- Road test the vehicle.
- The reprogram procedure is complete.