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Yaw Rate Inspection

  1. Check yaw rate/G sensor installation condition.
  2. Connect SUZUKI scan tool to DLC (1) with ignition switch OFF.

    Special Tool 

    (A): SUZUKI scan tool (SUZUKI-SDT) 

    Fig 1: Connecting Suzuki Scan Tool To DLC
    G06866712Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  3. Turn ignition switch to ON position and select menu "Data List" mode of SUZUKI scan tool. Refer to scan tool operators manual for further details.
  4. Check "Yaw rate sensor" under "Data List" of SUZUKI scan tool in the following vehicle conditions:
    • Parking condition
    • Drive vehicle in right turning condition with steering wheel fully turned
    • Drive vehicle in left turning condition with steering wheel fully turned

    If yaw rate condition is out of specification, replace yaw rate/G sensor.

    Yaw rate specification 

    YAW RATE SPECIFICATION

    Vehicle condition Yaw rate
    Parking 0 ± 4 deg/s
    Right turning 30 ± 4 deg/s
    Left turning -30 ± 4 deg/s
    NOTE:
    • Drive the vehicle on level ground and at 10 km/h (6.2 mile/h).
    • Minimum turning radius is 5.3 m (17.4 ft).
      Fig 2: Inspecting Vehicle Turning Radius
      G06866713Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.