1997 Suzuki Esteem Service and Repair Manual

Owners of a 1997 Esteem have the last of the sedan-only years, before the wagon joined the range. GL, GLX and GLX Plus trims shared the 1.6-liter SOHC four-cylinder, with GLX models adding power windows, locks and mirrors, a tachometer and a split-folding rear seat. This factory service and repair manual is keyed to the 1997 model year, so its procedures, specifications, torque values, wiring diagrams, diagnostics and maintenance schedules reflect the equipment on these cars, including the power accessory circuits on GLX versions.

Engines covered

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

Body styles covered

• 4-door sedan

Trims covered

• GL
• GLX
• GLX Plus

Known issues on the 1997 Esteem. No recalls are on federal record for this model year. NHTSA also logs 7 owner complaints, most often about service brakes and body structure. Its procedures, torque values and diagnostic steps cover the systems behind these reports.