This comprehensive workshop repair service manual provides detailed instructions and procedures for servicing and repairing your 1999-2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (SQ416/SQ420/SQ420VD/SQ420WD/SQ625 Series) and Suzuki Grand Vitara XL_7 (JA627_JA420WD Series). It covers every aspect of your vehicle, from basic maintenance to complex repairs, ensuring you have the knowledge and guidance to tackle any job confidently.

The manual includes detailed information on a wide range of systems, including the engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, steering, electrical, and more. Detailed illustrations, exploded diagrams, drawings, and photographs guide you through each service and repair procedure, making even the most challenging tasks easy to understand and perform. This manual will help you save money by performing your own repairs and keep your vehicle running smoothly for years to come.

The manual covers a wide range of topics, including:

* Engine overhaul and rebuilding
* Brakes
* Sunroof
* Timing belt replacement
* Trouble codes
* Wiring diagrams
* Troubleshooting and diagnostics
* Computer diagnostic trouble tree charts
* Engine performance
* Front end and alignment procedures and specifications
* Suspension
* Transmission removal and installation
* Air conditioning service and capacities
* Transmission in-car servicing
* Computer diagnostic codes
* Firing orders
* Detailed specifications on every model covered
* Factory maintenance schedules and charts
* Serpentine belt routings with diagrams
* Timing belt service procedures
* Brake servicing procedures
* Driving concerns
* Complete torque specifications
* U-joint and CV-joint service procedures
* Repair procedures
* Complete wiring diagrams
* Hundreds of illustrations
* Vacuum diagrams

This manual is your one-stop resource for all your Suzuki Grand Vitara repair needs. It provides the information you need to keep your vehicle running smoothly and reliably.

## The Suzuki Grand Vitara and XL-7: A Legacy of Off-Road Capability and Versatility

The Suzuki Grand Vitara, produced from 1999 to 2006, represents a significant chapter in the brand's history, offering a blend of off-road prowess, spacious interior, and surprisingly capable performance. These second-generation Grand Vitaras (known internally as SQ416, SQ420, SQ420VD, SQ420WD, and SQ625) were available in both three-door and five-door configurations, catering to diverse needs. The Grand Vitara's rugged design, featuring a high ground clearance, ladder frame chassis, and optional four-wheel drive, positioned it as a formidable off-roader, capable of tackling challenging terrain with ease. Power options included a 2.0-liter gasoline engine, a 2.5-liter petrol unit, and a 1.9-liter diesel engine, delivering a balance between performance and fuel efficiency.

Alongside the standard Grand Vitara, Suzuki introduced the XL-7, a seven-passenger SUV based on the Grand Vitara platform. Despite its larger dimensions and extended wheelbase, the XL-7 retained the Grand Vitara's robust character, providing ample space for families or adventurers seeking a versatile vehicle capable of hauling passengers and cargo with equal aplomb. The XL-7 was offered with the same engine options as its smaller sibling, ensuring a blend of power and economy. Both the Grand Vitara and XL-7 showcased Suzuki's commitment to quality and reliability, further solidifying the brand's reputation for manufacturing capable and dependable vehicles. These SUVs, though now considered vintage models, remain sought-after by enthusiasts seeking a blend of practicality and off-road capability, proving that their legacy of reliability and ruggedness continues to resonate even after the end of their production.