Underdrive Brake Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Suzuki SX4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Reference: UNDERDRIVE BRAKE DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY

Measure free length underdrive brake piston return spring. If necessary, replace.
Underdrive brake piston return spring free length

Standard: 63.20 mm (2.49 in.)

NOTE: Do not apply excessive force when measuring spring height.

Fig 1: Measuring Free Length Underdrive Brake Piston Return Spring
Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
Measure free length underdrive brake piston rod spring. If necessary, replace.
Underdrive brake piston rod spring free length

Standard: 17.50 mm (0.68 in.)

Fig 2: Measuring Free Length Underdrive Brake Piston Rod Spring
Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.