Suzuki SX4 - Rear Wheel Bearing & A Hard To Clear ABS Light

[@paradislarry]

If Erics not going to say it, I will ..."Welcome Back Viewers To South Main Auto, We Got A Suzuki with the BIG 4 cylinder" There ... now I can go watch.

[@efil4kizum]

lmao

[@mikedoblo4782]

you forgot the mileage

[@jaxsonhugh9334]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@billupstateny9151]

@parad... Thought these were 3 cylinders ❓

[@ChristopherEisele]

He would say the displacement, not number of cylinders. "....the big 1.4"

[@agmc4me]

I never understand why anyone would say negative things about your work. You do excellent work. I think you work on everyone's car as if it was your own.

[@imtheeastgermanguy5431]

Some people thinks that they are just better than others. It's pretty common in the US I guess

[@paulstandaert5709]

Such as the torque Nazis. If they had any idea about reality, they would understand that torque figures on stuff like this don't matter much. Tight enough to not come loose, and loose enough that you don't over stretch the bolt. This can all be done by feel.

[@imtheeastgermanguy5431]

@@paulstandaert5709 no I don't think so. Torque is important specifically on a part which literally holds the wheel. But I know what you mean. I had a co worker who used a torque wrench on m6 bolts from the window lifting part. When saw this I had to leave otherwise I would laugh. In some cases it's really torqued to feel but it should be a really good experience for the stuff you work on it or at least use a bit lock tide.

[@paulstandaert5709]

@@imtheeastgermanguy5431 some people have no aptitude for the feel of a bolt tightening to a sufficient amount, in which case a torque wrench is going to be necessary. I have tightened probably tens of thousands of fasteners over the decades and just know the feel. When bolts are rusty, the torque figures are bogus because of the friction coefficient. A rusty fastener will take a lot more torque to achieve the same clamping force as that of a freshly plated bolt going into clean metal. When it takes 35 ft lbs just to get that axle nut to move before it actually clamps anything, that alone makes the torque figure bogus. And the way I learned it is that as long as a fastener has sufficient thread engagement and is appropriately stretched, no amount of vibrations will loosen it. If they do get violent enough to loosen the fastener, the forces involved have exceeded the yield strength of the bolts and now the whole fastening system has been weakened significantly. But a bolt will still keep it in place. This is where thread locking can be beneficial. Also in situations where the fastener cannot be sufficiently stretched. Like a steel nut and bolt holding a toilet seat on. Stretching the bolt would crack the ceramic. That toilet seat WILL come loose over time. Thread locker can prevent that.

[@markmichlewicz5141]

In michigan yesterday we has our big bay door open.the first day in the season you do it. it is awesome.fresh air while working really lifts your spirits.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Oh man it sure does. Love that first day we get to leave the bay doors open all afternoon. Sure makes you feel good!

[@deeznutz3494]

Yea then by July it’s so ass-hot outside, you’re begging for fall to roll around

[@bearing_aficionado]

As the official bearing aficionado of this channel, we haven't had a bearing video in a while!

[@thomasfletcher760]

Almost as long as having the brakleen

[@edberry925]

@@thomasfletcher760😂

[@marksneade8215]

Love the wind up this morning "going to throw some parts at it". I love Eric's sense of humour. Hello to the O's from the li'l ole England...

[@chrisbeall9098]

I so want an interview with "mowerman"

[@michaelsnively3621]

The guy should just bring the mower in for service.

[@wallingj68]

@@michaelsnively3621 - It would be brought in weekly if it's operating hour-based maintenance.

[@rediz4rubes]

I worked with some of the best techs in the business at GM Engineering. Eric would put them on ice. He takes on these rusty pieces of crap with fervor and wins the battle every time. Epic!

[@jeffdriver3000]

I was a mechanic at a Suzuki dealership in the late 2000's and we didn't have many problems with them. I bought a 2000 Grand Vitara and drove it for 17 years and 160K miles with no codes on any systems and zero repairs other then normal maitness items. I wish Suzuki still sold vehicles in the US

[@kimberg759]

I still own and drive a suzy gv 2006, still going strong at 170k! Love my Suzy ❤

[@TheElbowRoom2024]

‘04 GV 166k; ‘10 GV 189k here! Surprisingly great vehicles!

[@JXM33]

2008 sx4 with 130.000 miles and no problems,

[@kevinbobcat]

O7 sx4 with 250,000 it was great

[@daviddelle774]

Almost 3K views in only 50 minutes. That says ALLOT about your viewers and more importantly why they follow you! Awesome job!

[@daviddelle774]

@@commietube_censorship_sucks Merium Webster: allot verb al·​lot ə-ˈlät allotted; allotting Synonyms of allot transitive verb 1 : to assign as a share or portion allot 10 minutes for the speech 2 : to distribute by or as if by lot allot seats to the press :)

[@DietBajaBlast]

a lot is two words

[@941Earl]

I worked for an import dealer as a Kia and Mitsu tech, and they needed a Suzuki tech when they picked up the Suzuki line (before Suzuki quit making cars for the American market). Guess who got thrown into that role? Anyway, I had this EXACT same issue on a Suzuki. Drove me nuts. I called tech assist (their were only 2 guys on tech assist for all of America at that time). They told me the way to clear ABS codes was to run a dtc test, while driving above 40 mph, and clear it while driving. Then disconnect the OBD2 connecter, reconnect it, and re test for codes. All while driving! Insane. I had tried everything before that, including just driving the car. Tech Assist's hokey pokey solution worked.

[@JMgmkh]

I'd watch SMA even if I had to sit through ads. It's that good !

[@jeremyr6576]

Even if the video is about a car that I know I will never work on, I will still watch just for the torque spec trolling. Eric is awesome!

[@65bugnut]

Hey, forget about it, I never had a doubt that you would get it fixed Eric. You deserve some ice cream after this one.

[@adambalm970]

Eric was on fire today with the jokes and sarcasm... one of the reasons I love watching!

[@s.j.5850]

When you're good like Eric it all comes naturally.

[@pslny]

Absolute faith in your lift. Donkey kick the wheel, while it's on the vehicle, from UNDER the car. Eric really is my hero. Fear nothing.

[@josephhaak4804]

The lift has pins every foot and a half or so, and after you've lifted the vehicle in the air, it's usually lowered onto the 4 pins, securing it and preventing it from falling should the lift hydraulics fail.

[@airmailman1971]

81 degrees here today - 36 degrees tomorrow night. Should be 200 degrees by June with global warming and all. Love your videos man!

[@truthsmiles]

What’s amazing to me about Eric is how consistently “on” he is… if I took videos EVERY DAY at work I can assure you in at least half of them I’d be in a crap mood or at least not feel like explaining what I’m doing.

[@KillaninjaFC]

When you love what you do, work becomes zen

[@thewayidoit8895]

And have your love in the next room.

[@lvsqcsl]

I've been following him since 2018 and I only remember him being in a foul mood once. Apparently he was mad at his kids. He was reallly upset. There are also times when he's sick but for the most part he's our Eric. I usually watch Ivan's channel first, then Eric's.

[@robertaccorsini4663]

South Main Auto = Real Life auto repairs

[@carsonwashburn1]

“Lawn mower man already been outside.” Love it

[@alabalanutnbolt]

I have worked on funky Suzuki cars in the UK for coming up 30 years. I was sitting here grinning like an idiot waiting for you to go on another road test and getting the magic point where it just says 🛤️ oh yeah man that’s far enough I can put the light out now. In general for the uk they are a good car for our salt belt. Loads of surface rust but not much in the way of falling to bit’s corrosion. Good video again boss

[@jimclifford1241]

Wonderful, classic episode Eric. Love those wheel bearing and brake job vidjas. Full of ugga dugga action, old-school wisdom, martial arts and Fluid Film. The only thing missing was the brake cleaner. We can't always get what we want, but we always get what we need! ha ha.

[@darkerbinding6933]

I bought an 1832 Nano in 1/2", entirely because of watching you use that wrench. It's awesome. You're a great example for Astro... I hope they know it.

[@TorqueTestChannel]

They know it

[@darkerbinding6933]

@@TorqueTestChannel Nice to see TTC here watching EricO.

[@genrllee]

It's not always that easy in FL. Anything by the saltwater rusts just as badly. So it just matters where you live in FL lol. Another great video Eric O!

[@MrPyrojunkie]

Best in the Business ❤

[@baronclime6423]

One thing I like to do with my impact sockets when new, is to spray the inside of the socket with some oily type of lube and they tend to release better from the fastener. Astro makes some dang good tools for the money. Useful tools too. Calling yourself an a-hole is pretty mild, Eric. I've cussed at myself for a good hour sometimes depending on the mistake or problem. My wife told me it was somewhat amazing because I evidently never repeated my insults to myself or whatever I was working on.

[@Bowhunters6go8xz6x]

Eric explained torqueing with an extension very accurately, if you torque with a crowsfoot or any side angle adapter it will change your torque value on the bolt or nut, the reason you are limited on length of extension is because a super long extension will have some twist in it when applying a torque.

[@mkusiak7551]

Even with a long extension, the torque value indicated by the torque wrench will be the same. There will be some twist of the long extension, but it does not affect the applied torque if it is applied slowly. In the case of an impact wrench, the length of the extension affects the torque applied because the torque impulses are absorbed by the torsion of a long extension. The longer the extension, the lower the resulting torque. That's how torque limiter extensions work.

[@cal4625]

Great video as usual. For what it's worth, most critics of your videos are probably just jealous of your mechanical knowledge, experience, and professionalism. Keep it up!

[@legogummybear5]

Greetings from Australia Eric. Love the channel and respect to Mrs. O for putting up with you

[@aciddiver1978]

I love how you are experienced and got control on what you are doing.

[@chrisforker7487]

You’ve got me addicted to FF! I use this stuff on so many things. We live at the beach so everything rusts here.

[@brianreid3494]

Nobody takes the time to clean up like you do great work.

[@annathemaanderson4448]

Yes, rest assured, it is a BIG engine!

[@keithhorton3496]

Everyone in my shop used to get mad at me for using an air hammer on rotors because the noise but after seeing you use that method it makes getting rotors off so much easier

[@jerryplante4239]

You know, back in the day, the only time I ever used a torque wrench was for head bolts. I don't remember any of my cars falling apart.

[@victorbellan8357]

You have become very comfortable and entertaining, as well as educational! Thanks for sharing!

[@TheJmich2001]

Just a beautiful nuts and bolts fix...thanks for letting us look over your shoulder sir....NJ

[@TXAG81]

Corrosion X HD (green label) works as well down here on the Texas coast instead of Fluid Film. Use it on my bay boat. The red label can be used in electronics so is perfect for spraying down my entire Yamaha outboard power head when performing my annual maintenance. 10 year old engine still looks new under the cowling. 😊

[@JoseSilveira-newhandleforYT]

Wheel bearing with an oriental mood :-) Good job, Eric!

[@Codadams]

How much fun - if you are watching this video please keep in mind nobody is there with him other than the camera. He is basically talking to himself but does a good job like we are all there in the room with him. I love how he is able to actually interact with us -- this video was probably completed a while back. So much fun either way - he has a great personality and just loves to entertain the KZbin crowd. Thanks for taking the time to make these videos and its always great to have a laugh -- all the while we are educated on how to work on our cars!

[@michaelhafner4270]

I used to own the predecessor to the SX4, the Aerio, and it was was one of the best cars I ever owned. However I had to trade it in when Suzuki pulled out of America and parts became difficult to get in a timely manner. I wonder if he checked to make sure he could get a bearing ahead of time or chance a multi-week wait from Japan?

[@richbutinski1367]

You got one of those lawnmower man also...he was out the first warm day we had rolling the front yard...lol

[@chrisbarker2573]

Ah, what a nice wat to start the day, bright sunshine here in the UK, a plate of kippers for breakfast, South Main Auto on you tube, what more could somebody ask for. Well maybe an appearance from that lovely wife of your's Eric, because the interaction between you two is always worth watching....!

[@ericvogel1126]

Eric, you are a master of automotive systems and excellent at giving us viewers understanding of them. Thanks .

[@isaacwalker7863]

LMAO with lawn mower guy already being outside. He’s become a true staple at SMA

[@JoseMartinez-tc9pr]

The commentary while working on the chevy tracker/Suzuki was seamless. Probably took longer to reset the codes than fix the bearing. Happy Friday from south central Michigan.

[@4b131]

I suspect your hypotheses about the steering angle sensor is right, it's probably like the first gen Mazda 6 or RX8, steering stop to stop and the next key cycle she'll be cleared. Amazing this little SX4 wasn't rotted out in your land or rust!

[@jerryking2418]

Well done. The Suzuki lives to fight another day.

[@sagifern4444]

I once had a small suzuki. Swift.. This model also had an issue with rear wheels bearings

[@ricebike]

My brother had a sidekick... Sad when he upgraded to a bigger SUV

[@mikechiodetti4482]

Suzuki, yugo, Citroen and more. People love em! Well, you got it fixed and on it's way. Good one Mr. O!

[@scottyparker2534]

Thank you Erick for another entertaining video. Hope you and Ms O are doing okay

[@titaniumman_22]

I’m in Colorado in the middle of a 30” snow storm…we are at about 23” right now…prefer your weather! Ready for spring! Great video Eric and I loved the intro! 🇺🇸

[@russellhltn1396]

Just be glad you didn't have the problem Jake had over at the "Automotive Diagnostics & Programming" channel. That one was wild!

[@kevinbarry71]

I wouldn't worry about it; I have called myself much worse. Love the video

[@Jerry-lj3cf]

Eric, you always do more work than most other shops would do, like cleaning up the surface and surrounding from the next repairs are easier for the easier to do.😊

[@LCARS359]

so, a while back i bought a can of fluid film after watching you use it for years now, I live in the south and have only used it on hubs for the occasional stuck wheel. Its good stuff. It does smell funny and after catching a whiff of it for the first time the ole goat noise, which wasent in this video by the way, is 100% accurate. Thanks for the great videos Mr. O.

[@chrisholmes6311]

Suzuki a brand are hugely popular here Australia and are generally very reliable. I’ve had 3 swifts.

[@slippingIn]

Thank you for your video especially on the Suzuki since I have 2. One of them with over 201.000 miles. Stay bless.

[@MeltiahNye]

Since you used a torque wrench with an extension and a swivel, now I know it's okay for me to do it, too! Thanks, Mr. O!

[@markohio5517]

Gotta love the minute-maid thread lock

[@danlemke6407]

Learn something new everyday. Now my day is complete. Thanks.

[@donlemme898]

If I were to venture a guess I would say Lawnmower man is an older married fella just trying to get a little time to himself. Anyway, great video with first rate commentary as always. Have a great weekend

[@TarZan49]

No mercy reversey...I love it

[@toddhowes7722]

Love my 2000 Grand Vitara V6 4wd manual. Had to wait a few weeks for Safelite to find a windshield this year. Had to rig a different but similar EVAP solenoid since OEM no longer available. It is a challenge, but that Suzuki is one of my fleet thats easier to get parts for.

[@moco872003]

The orange lock tight, holds like red, releases like blue, Our efforts expended, yet outcomes askew. In the grip of frustration, we struggle anew, With each passing moment, uncertainty grew.

[@SouthMainAuto]

😢 so moving....

[@dave6199]

Eric you always make me smile

[@95K2500]

Nice to see someone other than me still use the good ole air tools.

[@Mac4Willy]

I cant believe that people would be that critical of your work. Lol. Always a great job.

[@stevendouglas6593]

If you ever decide to give up being a mechanic Eric, you should try stand up comedy. I enjoy your humorous commentary as much as the mechanical work.

[@AnthonySmith-hr2kp]

Nice job Mr O. Been having problems with dodge one parts taking 2 or 3 weeks. I feel your pain.

[@Stover1928]

Oh how I love the sound of air tools doin their job!

[@normmuelleman2570]

I'm curious how much love Eric gives his air tools i.e. how often does he oil them?

[@davidquinn6161]

Based on past videos, only when he needs a burst of extra power !

[@SouthMainAuto]

Or when they lock up lol @@davidquinn6161

[@Blazer02LS]

Oil an air tool??? Isn't that what the water in the lines is for, to lube the tools LOL

[@hikanthus]

your work cadence and monologue are on point, and mesh perfectly. great video, as always.

[@garysgarage3669]

I did a quick google search and was really surprised at how many other auto manufactures buy and rename (rebadge) Suzuki cars.

[@paulstandaert5709]

I would like to mention that i replaced the longitudinal cross member under the engine on my SX4 which rotted out. I had to order it off of ebay from the UAE. It arrived to me in Minnesota in THREE DAYS. It was like $180 or something eith free shipping which i thought would take a month or so. I also ordered a transmission axle seal which Ebay said was coming from the UAE but actually came from Japan. Again, three days is all it took.

[@jeremyfiel]

Sounds like you actually got it from Amayama. They have big warehouses in Japan and UAE for Japanese oems.

[@OscarRaphael-i4e]

If I could start my life over I would travel to two I would choose to go and learn it’s to north main or to the car care nut because you two guys are great mechanics but at my age I am too old now but I enjoy the work you guys do and your knowledge, thanks for sharing.

[@Revlemmon]

Perfect timing!! I saw a Suzuki on the way back to the house for the first time in as long as I can remember. I thought they stopped selling them in the states.

[@ricebike]

Yeah, looks like a good alternative to a similar Toyota RAV4 for the 4wd mini SUV gendre But as Eric O stated, replacement part availability is dismal for this vehicle😢

[@grifonks]

I started buying Astro because of you Eric O, thanks! But they ought to give you a commission or maybe just the right to test drive all their new stuffs.

[@cpzmelbs]

He does do some testing.

[@SouthMainAuto]

They take care of me ;)

[@grifonks]

@@SouthMainAuto Good, you deserve it plus I got better tools from your exposure.

[@Mr2004MCSS]

I also have bought tons of Astro tools based off of this channel. Great stuff so far.

[@mikes4408]

OH nooooo OMG! Warning Will Roberson! Forgot to put the wheel back on or torque it. End of earth as we know it. How did you drive it with 3 wheels. Amazing! 😇

[@1320pass]

Just drive the little guy. Hey i like those extended impact swivels.👌 Thanks Eric have a good weekend.

[@georgekaplan6451]

The underside of that doesn't look too corroded at all. The SX4 is a model we have in Australia too and you still see a few running around.

[@wdxwm300]

Thanks I like it And think that big dawg zapper that loosened the rotor helped loosen the wheel bearing too🙃

[@rbedwar12]

Great..and funny..AlwYs looking forward to watching videos

[@CedroCron]

Eric as a user of the Orange Loctite I can tell you it holds less than the Red (not by much though) and releases with slightly more force than the blue (again not by much). I've used it for quite a while now and have had to remove things I had put on with it. Keep on keeping on Bud and thanks for your videos!

[@abw121]

Been up early with big storm coming through now and great to find two Eric O videos! Thanks you SMA and After hours!

[@wdxwm300]

Also I have changed a few wheel bearings and my 2017 Kia Forte S is way different you just get the front bearing itself and have to press it off and on a lot more labor but I got it done And a big kudos to you for your very interesting informative videos and you sure keep our interest to watch it all the way through 🔔

[@georgescott6967]

14:34 A long time ago I was helping dad with some house repairs. He did something dumb and said "Oh, you BF". I asked what BF was. "Bloody Fool." That was the only time I remember him swearing.

[@kennethd7048]

I'm glad you didn't lose your mind..

[@MikhailSkulls]

For my 08 Grand Vitara the steering angle sensor calibration was just driving straight for a few feet.

[@jmc5341]

Another masterful job by Mr O. Although I don't personally get the fancy schmancy lock tite. Whens the last time you saw one of those loose

[@6btcummins805]

The best is when you go to torque something and the bolt doesnt move. I love knowing I did better than the manufacturer rating.

[@95tt]

My dad has a sx4, I work on it for him, as soon as the code did not clear I smirked. And when you disconnected the battery I was waiting for that SAS light. Been there done that. SAS light arter battery replacement is not uncommon on VW and other makes aswell. Just a little longer drive than you think and they clear right out😂 these sx4 are known for leaking out the rear drive axle seals and prop shaft seals up by the gearbox as a fyi. My dad almost ran them dry when it happened, only had 60k ish when it happened.

[@firstielasty1162]

Wow.. something that is AWD with what looks like twist beam axle rear suspension. I like it. More manufacturers should make simplicity a priority instead of trying to convince customers they need complexity. As if most consumers could even tell..

[@firstielasty1162]

Audi, VW, and BMW keep the suspension parts suppliers in business..this whole rear suspension consists of one moving part, depending on how you look at it. 8 ball joints in the front of some VW's? Yep, they deserve some sort of stupidity prize for that.

[@ronaldbrosius7488]

Flex head, swivel handle 3/8 study impact is a beast, same exact power as the 1/2 . I believe the rating on the box is 400 ft lbs of torque.

[@SierraOne]

Surprising, the lawn mower guy is not out yet? Nice work, as always

[@exoduslnx]

The best of the best. Thanks Eric.

[@thewayidoit8895]

Things we expect from Avoca NY. Telephone ringing Impact by astro - wheel brg or brakes A visit from Mrs Obro My boy Josh doing an alignment in the background A friendly honk from "that guy" Napa IS NOT a sponsor A fire siren at noon And Finally, Lawn mower man Did I forget anything? Maybe a visit from Andy?

[@The_Redkween]

I remember being shocked at the price when I went to buy some Loctite last month. Big bottle of red was $45!!

[@domrodgers70]

I love how you worry, don't worry, about what the internet thinks.

[@brentowen9480]

The bearing with all the stuff you need which is everything is likely cheaper than the few things you do need. Included is the time it requires to find, order, and install necessary components that wouldn't include the wheel bearing that could last forever but probably won't.