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Not using SUZUKI scan tool

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  1. Warm up engine to normal operating temperature.
  2. After warming up, place select lever to "P" range, and set parking brake and block drive wheels.
  3. Stop engine and turn off all electric switches.
  4. Remove PCV hose (1) from breather pipe (2).
  5. Connect special tool (Vacuum gauge) to PCV hose.

    Special Tool 

    (A): 09915-67311 

  6. Close breather pipe using tape (3) or the like.
    Fig 1: Connecting Special Tool (Vacuum Gauge) To PCV Hose
    G06492933Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  7. Run engine at specified idle speed and read vacuum gauge. Vacuum should be higher than specification.

    Vacuum specification (at sea level) 

    -59 kPa (-0.60 kgf/cm 2  , -8.56 psi, -0.59 bar) or more at specified idle speed 

  8. Disconnect special tool (Vacuum gauge) from breather pipe.
  9. Open breather pipe and connect PCV hose to breather pipe.
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