



1/2-Inch Drive Front Wheel Bearing Socket for Suzuki Jimny & Grand Vitara
Precision-engineered bearing socket for Suzuki front axle service. Four locating pins ensure accurate positioning and safe bearing removal/installation.
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1/2-Inch Drive Front Wheel Bearing Socket for Suzuki Jimny & Grand Vitara
Brief Overview
This is a purpose-built, 1/2-inch drive front wheel bearing socket specifically engineered for Suzuki Jimny and Grand Vitara models. The socket features four precisely positioned cylindrical locating pins that center and secure the wheel bearing during removal and installation, eliminating guesswork and preventing bearing damage. For shops servicing Suzuki vehicles regularly, this tool is essential—it eliminates the need for improvised methods and reduces service time significantly. Pair this with professional hub bearing tool solutions to build a comprehensive wheel service capability across multiple vehicle platforms.
Key Features
- Four Locating Pins (6mm diameter): Round pins positioned around the front face ensure perfect centering on the bearing assembly, preventing misalignment and bearing damage during removal and installation
- Stepped Interior Bore: Engineered recess accommodates the stepped wheel bearing profile specific to Suzuki front axle geometry
- Heavy-Duty Black-Finished Metal Construction: Corrosion-resistant matte black finish withstands shop environments and repeated use
- 1/2-Inch Square Drive Rear: Compatible with standard 1/2-inch ratchets and breaker bars for both removal and installation torque
- Machined Precision: All pin positions and bore dimensions are machined to tight tolerances, ensuring repeatable, damage-free bearing service
Practical Application
This socket is purpose-built for the Suzuki Jimny and Grand Vitara front wheel bearing service. The four locating pins grip the bearing race without marring or distorting it—critical for wheel bearing longevity and preventing expensive comebacks. The stepped bore design matches the exact geometry of Suzuki front bearings, allowing technicians to work confidently without risk of bearing slippage or misalignment.
Business Advantages for Resellers & Shops
- Market Specialization: Suzuki-specific tooling appeals directly to independent shops and dealerships servicing these models—establishes your shop as a specialized Suzuki service provider
- Inventory Efficiency: Stock this tool once, and it handles all Suzuki Jimny and Grand Vitara front bearing work in your shop—no makeshift workarounds, no damaged bearings requiring replacement
- Service Velocity: Reduces bearing service time significantly versus manual extraction methods, improving shop throughput and customer satisfaction
- Damage Prevention: Eliminates costly bearing damage claims—a single prevented bearing replacement pays for the tool investment
- Professional Credibility: Using the correct tool demonstrates shop competence to customers and justifies higher service labor rates
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Drive Size | 1/2-inch square drive |
| Locating Pins (Quantity) | 4 |
| Pin Diameter | 6mm (round) |
| Inner Diameter (Spigot) | 44mm |
| Outer Diameter | 56mm |
| Total Height (with Spigot) | 60mm |
| Spigot Height | 5mm |
| Material Finish | Black-finished metal |
| Vehicle Application | Suzuki Jimny, Grand Vitara (front axle) |
Why This Tool Matters
Wheel bearing removal on Suzuki models without the correct socket often results in bearing damage, which means customer comebacks and warranty issues. This socket eliminates that risk entirely. For any shop with regular Suzuki service work, this is a non-negotiable addition to your bearing service toolkit.
Stock this tool now—it's the fastest way to build Suzuki service credibility and protect your shop's reputation for quality bearing work.