Rear Mounting (for Front Differential Carrier) Removal & Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Suzuki Vitara, 2002 Suzuki Vitara, 2001 Suzuki Vitara, 2000 Suzuki Vitara, and 1999 Suzuki Vitara. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Lift up vehicle and remove rear mounting assembly (5) by removing 2 bolts and nuts (1) from differential carrier (2) side and 2 bolts (4) from cross member (3) side.
- Check mounting rubber for damage or deterioration and replace as necessary.
- Tighten differential mounting bracket bolt to specified torque for reinstallation.
Tightening torque
Differential mounting bracket bolt (a): 50 N.m (5.0 kg-m, 36.5 lb-ft)