Most early model Suzuki 4wds like the Sierra and first Vitara’s came equipped with “manual freewheeling hubs”.

One advantage of this manual locking system is that the mechanism is not particularly complicated and does not rely on “technology” to function. This in turn means they are easy to maintain and very reliable.

Move to the next page and select your particular Suzuki model to learn how your 4wd system works.

What type of 4wd system does my Suzuki have?

There are now many different 4wd systems available on the modern vehicle.

These range from the "old style" freewheeling hub to automatic hubs and most recently constant All Wheel Drive (AWD).

The addition of complicated Electronic Traction Control (ETC) and the like makes understanding your particular drivetrain even more important.

SRODRV001B/01 IDENTIFY 4WD SPECIFIC TERMS, TERMINOLOGY AND TECHNIQUES