The engine appears to be the same but the throttle and air box etc seem to be different. Also mine has 2 coil packs directly above the spark plug 2 and 4

My car is 2004 grand vitara 1.6 i dont think it has a distributor.

Ive done some checks with OBD scanner and found at tickover the timing is 8 degrees before top dead centre. According to the workshop manual it should be 5 plus or minus 1
I cant find any way of adjusting the timing.

Does anyone know how to do this?

Thank you for your help.

It is only used on road. Generally for short journeys of 2-3 miles.

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I need to change the thermostat in my 2004 grand vitara 1.6 engine. Ive noticed 2 types that are available. One opens at 82 degrees and other type opens at 88 degrees.
Which is the best to fit?

2004 grand vitara 1.6 SE The gear change is quite stiff and notchy. Especially from 1st to 2nd. Ive bled and renewed the hydraulic clutch fluid. Adjusted the clutch and replaced the transmission and transfer box oil with 75-90 API GL4. This has made a small improvement but its still not smooth. Any ...

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Hello ive bought a 2004 suzuki grand vitara 1.6 SE and need a owners hondbook. Does any one know where i can get one or download on internet.