Engine Vacuum Check

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The engine vacuum that develops in the intake line is a good indicator of the condition of the engine. The vacuum checking procedure is as follows:

Warm up engine to normal operating temperature and make sure that engine idle speed is within specification.
Stop engine and disconnect vacuum hoses from fuel pressure regulator valve (1).
Connect special tools (Vacuum gauge and hose joint) and 3-way joint between vacuum hose and valve.
Special Tool
1. 09915-67311
2. 09918-08210
3. 09355-35754-600 Hose, SUZUKI genuine parts
4. 09367-04002 3-way joint, SUZUKI genuine parts
  
  Fig 1: Connecting Special Tools & 3-Way Joint Between Vacuum Hose & Valve
  Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
Start engine and run engine at specified idle speed, and read vacuum gauge. Vacuum should be within specification.
Vacuum specifications (sea level)

59-79 kPa (450-600 mm Hg, 17.7-23.7 in. Hg) at specified idle speed
After checking, remove, all special tools.
Connect vacuum hoses to fuel pressure regulator valve.