1991 Suzuki Sidekick Service and Repair Manual

The four-door Sidekick debuted for 1991, riding a wheelbase 11 inches longer than the two-door and offered in JX and JLX trim. Two-door convertibles and hardtops continued in JS, JL, JX and JLX form, all using the 1.6L SOHC four, and rear anti-lock brakes were added. With two wheelbases, two roof styles and both drive layouts in one year, this service and repair manual gives the 1991 procedures, specifications, torque values, wiring diagrams, diagnostics and maintenance schedules needed to match your exact Sidekick.

Engines covered

• 1.6L inline-four — SOHC, naturally aspirated, gasoline

Body styles covered

• 2-door convertible
• 2-door hardtop
• 4-door sport utility

Trims covered

• JL
• JLX
• JS
• JX

Known issues on the 1991 Sidekick. One recall is on federal record: the red plastic front seat-belt buckle release buttons can break and let pieces jam the buckle. Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the seat belts and the tires. The seat belt chapter of this manual covers buckle inspection and replacement for this campaign.