Technician Safety Information

1998 Suzuki Esteem GLX Sedan Plus L4-1.6LSECTION Technician Safety Information
WARNING: For vehicles equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint Air Bag System:
^ Service on or around Air Bag System Components or Wiring must be performed only by an authorized person. Please observe all WARNINGS and SERVICE PRECAUTIONS in the Air Bag System Component and Wiring Location view in before performing service on or around Air Bag System Components or Wiring. Failure to follow WARNINGS could result in unintended air bag deployment or could render the air bag inoperative. Either of these two conditions may result in severe injury.
^ SDM can maintain sufficient voltage to cause a deployment of air bags for up to 10 seconds after ignition switch is turned to "LOCK" position, battery is disconnected or fuse powering SDM is removed. Work must be started after 10 seconds from the time
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.