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 1997 Suzuki Esteem 4dr Sdn GLX Manual

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MSRP: $12,999
Invoice: $12,349

Gas Mileage:
CTY: N/A    HWY: N/A    CMB: N/A
Engine/Fuel: Gas L4 /1.6L/97 CID
Transmission: w/OD
Door/Body Style: /4-dr Sedan
Drive Type:

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  • General
  • MSRP: $12,999
  • Invoice Price: $12,348
  • Destination Charge: $0
  • Warranty
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Engine & Emissions

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  • Engines & Emissions
  • 1.6L SOHC EFI 16-valve 4-cyl engine
  • Stainless steel exhaust
  • Engine
  • Type of Engine: Gas L4
  • Displacement (CC): 1.6L/97 CID
  • Fuel System: MFI
  • Horsepower @ RPM: 98 @ 6000
  • Torque @ RPM: 94 @ 3200

Dimensions

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  • Exterior Dimensions
  • Track Front: 56.7
  • Track Rear: 56.5
  • Ground Clearance (in): 5.5
  • Overall Length (in): 165.2
  • Overall Width (in): 53.9
  • Wheelbase (in): 97.6
  • Interior Dimensions
  • Seating capacity - Standard: 5
  • Headroom front (in): 39.1
  • Hip room front (in): 50.8
  • Leg room front (in): 42.3
  • Shoulder room front (in): 51.8

Features

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  • Exterior
    • Daytime running headlamps
    • Rear trunk courtesy light
  • Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
    • Air conditioning
  • Entertainment, Communication & Navigation
    • AM/FM stereo w/cassette, 4-speakers
  • Instrumentation
    • Tachometer
  • Wheels & Tires
    • 13" X 5" styled steel wheels
    • Front wheel drive
    • Full wheel covers
    • P175/70R13 all-season SBR tires
    • T115/70D14 compact spare tire
  • Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
    • Day/night rearview mirror
    • Dual pwr remote outside mirrors
    • Electric rear window defogger
    • Intermittent windshield wipers/washers
    • Passenger vanity mirror
    • Pwr windows w/driver side "auto-down" function
    • Tinted glass

Safety Features

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  • Safety Features
  • 3-point front/rear outboard seatbelts w/center rear lap belt
  • Fully reclining front bucket seats w/adjustable head restraints
  • Rear door child safety locks
  • Anti-Theft
  • Pwr door locks
  • Braking & Traction
  • Pwr-assisted hydraulic front ventilated disc/rear drum brakes

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    Crash Test Data for 1997 Suzuki

    Suzuki Vehicle Front Star Rating Side Star Rating Rollover Resistance Rating
    Driver Passenger Front Seat Rear Seat
    1997 SidekickNot
    Tested    		Not
    Tested    		Not
    Tested

     

    Service Bulletins for 1997 Suzuki

    1997 SUZUKI DR200SE
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1997 SUZUKI DR350SE
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1997 SUZUKI DR650
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1997 SUZUKI ESTEEM
    Bulletin Number: 0109193
    SERVICE MANUAL UPDATE - IMPROPER TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 0204145
    CORRECT COOLANT USAGE. *EH
    Bulletin Number: 0210063
    SERVICE MANUAL UPDATE-INCORRECT WIRING DIAGRAM OF THE WIPER/WASHER COMBINATION SWITCH. *SC
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    Bulletin Number: SW07
    THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS THE REVISED CLAIMS SUBMISSION PROCEDURES FOR REPLACEMENT BATTERIES UNDER WARRANTY. *TT
    1997 SUZUKI GN125E
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1997 SUZUKI GS500
    Bulletin Number: 139
    GS500F ENGINE KNOCK AT IDLE / A MILD BUT ANNOYING KNOCKING NOISE FROM THE CYLINDER HEAD AREA. *AK
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1997 SUZUKI GSF1200
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1997 SUZUKI GSF600S
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1997 SUZUKI GSX600F
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1997 SUZUKI GSX750F
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1997 SUZUKI GSX-R1100W
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1997 SUZUKI GSX-R600
    Bulletin Number: 0540
    GSX-R600XK5 ASSEMBLY & PRE-DELIVERY PROCEDURES. SUZUKI. *TT
    Bulletin Number: GS/GSX/GSXR
    SUBJECT ON RECALL CAMPAIGN FUEL PUMP GASKET SET COMPONENTS &
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1997 SUZUKI GSX-R750
    Bulletin Number: GS/GSX/GSXR
    SUBJECT ON RECALL CAMPAIGN FUEL PUMP GASKET SET COMPONENTS &
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1997 SUZUKI INTRUDER
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1997 SUZUKI LS650P
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1997 SUZUKI RF900R
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1997 SUZUKI SIDEKICK
    Bulletin Number: 0204145
    CORRECT COOLANT USAGE. *EH
    Bulletin Number: 608 01037
    WHEN SERVICING THE NEW STYLE AUTO HUB, PLEASE USE THE NEW STYLE TOOLS AS LISTED. *JD
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    Bulletin Number: SW07
    THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS THE REVISED CLAIMS SUBMISSION PROCEDURES FOR REPLACEMENT BATTERIES UNDER WARRANTY. *TT
    1997 SUZUKI SIDEKICK SPORT
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    Bulletin Number: SW02B
    ON SOME VEHICLES, THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) MAY ILLUMINATE AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) ARE STORED THAT ARE EITHER NOT COMPATIBLE WITH SPECIFICATIONS OR CONSIST OF RANDOM NUMBERS UNRELATED TO ANY SYSTEM OR COMPONENT.
    Bulletin Number: SW07
    THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS THE REVISED CLAIMS SUBMISSION PROCEDURES FOR REPLACEMENT BATTERIES UNDER WARRANTY. *TT
    1997 SUZUKI SUZUKI
    Bulletin Number: 97010109197
    SUBJECT ON AN ADDITION OF THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR. *YC
    Bulletin Number: 97091815198
    CONCERNS WITH ENGINE/TRANSMISSION OIL FILLED AT THE FACTORY. *YC
    Bulletin Number: 970918TL598
    CONCERNS OF PAINT DAMAGE ON FRAME COVER. *YC
    Bulletin Number: TS 002 05167
    INFORMATION ON REPLACEMENT OPERATOR'S MANUALS FOR TECH 1-A CARTRIDGES. *TT
    1997 SUZUKI SUZUKI MOTORCYCLE
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1997 SUZUKI SWIFT
    Bulletin Number: 0204145
    CORRECT COOLANT USAGE. *EH
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    Bulletin Number: SW07
    THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS THE REVISED CLAIMS SUBMISSION PROCEDURES FOR REPLACEMENT BATTERIES UNDER WARRANTY. *TT
    Bulletin Number: TS31810078
    REMOVAL PROCEDURES FOR THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER. *YC
    Bulletin Number: TS31810078
    SPEICAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN FOR VEHICLES EXHIBITING A CONDITION WITH THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER THAT APEPARS TO BE IN PARK POSITION, BUT CAN EASILY BE REMOVED FROM THE PARK POSITION WITHOUT THE USE OF THE KEY, THE TRANSMISSION LEVE
    1997 SUZUKI TL1000S
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1997 SUZUKI TL1000SV
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    Bulletin Number: TL8
    SUBJECT REGARDING RECALL CAMPAIGN FUEL TANK BRACKET MOUNTING. *TT
    Bulletin Number: TLSV11
    CUSTOMERS MAY EXPERIENCE CLUTCH SLIPPING OR GRADUAL ENGAGEMENT DURING AGGRESSIVE RIDING. *TT
    1997 SUZUKI TL1000SW
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1997 SUZUKI VS1400GL
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1997 SUZUKI VS1400GL INTRUDER
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1997 SUZUKI VS800GL
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1997 SUZUKI VZ800
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1997 SUZUKI X-90
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1997 SUZUKI X90
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    Bulletin Number: SW07
    THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS THE REVISED CLAIMS SUBMISSION PROCEDURES FOR REPLACEMENT BATTERIES UNDER WARRANTY. *TT

     

    Recalls for 1997 Suzuki

    1997 SUZUKI GSX-R600
    NHTSA Campaign ID:FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
    Manufacturer:AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
    Manufacture Dates:10/01/1996 - 07/30/1997
    Potential Units Affected:17007

    Defect Description:

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES. THE GASKET BETWEEN THE FUEL TANK AND THE FUEL PUMP MOUNTING PLATE CAN LOSE ITS ABILITY TO PROVIDE A TIGHT SEAL, ALLOWING FUEL TO DRIP FROM THE GASKET.

    Consequence:

    IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, FUEL LEAKAGE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REDESIGNED FUEL PUMP GASKET ON THESE MOTORCYCLES.
    1997 SUZUKI GSX-R750
    NHTSA Campaign ID:FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
    Manufacturer:AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
    Manufacture Dates:07/01/1996 - 04/30/1997
    Potential Units Affected:17007

    Defect Description:

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES. THE GASKET BETWEEN THE FUEL TANK AND THE FUEL PUMP MOUNTING PLATE CAN LOSE ITS ABILITY TO PROVIDE A TIGHT SEAL, ALLOWING FUEL TO DRIP FROM THE GASKET.

    Consequence:

    IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, FUEL LEAKAGE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REDESIGNED FUEL PUMP GASKET ON THESE MOTORCYCLES.
    1997 SUZUKI SIDEKICK
    NHTSA Campaign ID:SUSPENSION
    Manufacturer:AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
    Manufacture Dates:06/01/1995 - 09/30/1996
    Potential Units Affected:13461

    Defect Description:

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. INSUFFICIENT STRENGTH OF THE MOUNTING BASE ON THE UPPER END OF THE FRONT STRUTS CAN LEAD TO BREAKAGE OF THE MOUNTING BOLTS THAT ATTACH THE UPPER END OF THE FRONT STRUTS TO THE VEHICLE BODY.

    Consequence:

    IF THE STRUT BROKE LOOSE, A DRIVER COULD LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL ADD A REINFORCEMENT, FOR BOTH FRONT STRUTS, BETWEEN THE FRONT STRUT MOUNTING BASE AND THE VEHICLE BODY. IN ADDITION, THE FRONT STRUT MOUNTING BASES, MOUNTING BOLTS AND NUTS, AND STRUT BAR STAYS WILL BE REPLACED.
    1997 SUZUKI SWIFT
    NHTSA Campaign ID:POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START SWITCH
    Manufacturer:AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
    Manufacture Dates:07/01/1996 - 03/10/1997
    Potential Units Affected:1198

    Defect Description:

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE. THE SHIFT LEVER APPEARS TO BE IN "PARK," BUT CAN EASILY BE MOVED FROM THE "PARK" POSITION WITHOUT THE USE OF THE KEY, TRANSAXLE LEVER DETENT BUTTON, OR DEPRESSING THE BRAKE.

    Consequence:

    IF THE SHIFT LEVER WERE TO COME OUT OF "PARK" WHILE THE VEHICLE IS PARKED ON A NON-LEVEL SURFACE, THE VEHICLE COULD ROLL INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SHIFTER ASSEMBLY. UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS SERVICED, OWNERS ARE ADVISED WHEN SHIFTING TO "PARK," ALWAYS APPLY THE PARK BRAKE BEFORE RELEASING THE SERVICE BRAKE.
    1997 SUZUKI TL1000SV
    NHTSA Campaign ID:FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
    Manufacturer:AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
    Manufacture Dates:07/01/1997 - 03/31/1998
    Potential Units Affected:17007

    Defect Description:

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES. THE GASKET BETWEEN THE FUEL TANK AND THE FUEL PUMP MOUNTING PLATE CAN LOSE ITS ABILITY TO PROVIDE A TIGHT SEAL, ALLOWING FUEL TO DRIP FROM THE GASKET.

    Consequence:

    IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, FUEL LEAKAGE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REDESIGNED FUEL PUMP GASKET ON THESE MOTORCYCLES.
    1997 SUZUKI TL1000SV
    NHTSA Campaign ID:STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
    Manufacturer:AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
    Manufacture Dates: - 06/01/1997
    Potential Units Affected:2935

    Defect Description:

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES. FRONT WHEEL MOVEMENT AND RAPID SIDE-TO-SIDE HANDLEBAR MOVEMENT CAN OCCUR WHEN THE FRONT WHEEL IS LIGHTLY LOADED AND HITS A BUMP.

    Consequence:

    THIS MOVEMENT CAN REDUCE THE DRIVER'S ABILITY TO CONTROL THE MOTORCYCLE RESULTING IN A LOSS OF CONTROL AND A VEHICLE CRASH.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL INSTALL A STEERING DAMPER KIT ON THESE VEHICLES WHICH IS DESIGNED TO REDUCE FRONT WHEEL OSCILLATION AND ELIMINATE SIDE-TO-SIDE HANDLEBAR MOVEMENT.
    1997 SUZUKI TL1000SW
    NHTSA Campaign ID:FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
    Manufacturer:AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
    Manufacture Dates:07/01/1997 - 03/31/1998
    Potential Units Affected:17007

    Defect Description:

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES. THE GASKET BETWEEN THE FUEL TANK AND THE FUEL PUMP MOUNTING PLATE CAN LOSE ITS ABILITY TO PROVIDE A TIGHT SEAL, ALLOWING FUEL TO DRIP FROM THE GASKET.

    Consequence:

    IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, FUEL LEAKAGE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REDESIGNED FUEL PUMP GASKET ON THESE MOTORCYCLES.

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