2000 SUZUKI SWIFT Brake

MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 0B-3
IntervalKm (x 1,000) 153045607590
Miles (x 1,000) 9 18 27 36 45 54
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72
BRAKE
Brake discs and pads (thickness, wear, damage) I I I I I I
Brake drums and shoes (wear, damage)–I–I–I
Brake hoses and pipes (leakage, damage, clamp)–I–I–I
Brake fluid–R–R–R
Brake lever and cable (damage, stroke, operation) Inspect at first 15,000 km (9,000 miles only)
CHASSIS AND BODY
Clutch (pedal height and travel)–I–I–I
Tires (wear, damage, rotation) /wheels (damage) I I I I I I
Suspension system (tightness, damage, rattle, breakage)–I–I–I
Steering system (tightness, damage, breakage, rattle)–I–I–I
Drive shaft (axle) boots/Propeller shafts (4WD)––I––I
Manual transmission oil (leakage, level) (I : 1st 15,000 km only) I–R––R
Automatic transmission
fluidFluid level–I–I–I
Fluid change Replace every 165,000 km (99,000 miles)
Transfer oil (4WD) (leakage, level) I–I–I–
Rear differential oil (4WD) (leakage, level) (R : 1st 15,000 km
only)R or I–I–I–
All latches, hinges and locks–I–I–I
NOTE:
 “R” : Replace or change
 “I” : Inspect and correct or replace if necessary

0B-12 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
FUEL TANK
INSPECTION
Check fuel tank damage, cracks, fuel leakage, corrosion and tank
bolts looseness.
If a problem is found, repair or replace.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
PCV VALVE
INSPECTION
Check crankcase ventilation hose and PCV hose for leaks, cracks
or clog, and PCV valve for stick or clog. Refer to “PCV SYSTEM”
of Section 6E1 for PCV valve checking procedure.
FUEL EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
INSPECTION
1) Visually inspect hoses for cracks, damage, or excessive
bends. Inspect all clamps for damage and proper position.
2) Check EVAP canister for operation and clog, referring to
“EVAP CONTROL SYSTEM” in Section 6E1.
If a malfunction is found, repair or replace.
BRAKE
BRAKE DISCS AND PADS (FRONT)
INSPECTION
1) Remove wheel and caliper but don’t disconnect brake hose
from caliper.
2) Check front disc brake pads and discs for excessive wear,
damage and deflection. Replace parts as necessary. For
details, refer to “FRONT DISC BRAKE PAD” in Section 5.
Be sure to torque caliper pin bolts to specification.

MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 0B-13
BRAKE DRUMS AND SHOES (REAR)
INSPECTION
1) Remove wheel and brake drum.
2) Check rear brake drums and brake linings for excessive
wear and damage, while wheels and drums are removed. At
the same time, check wheel cylinders for leaks. Replace
these parts as necessary.
For details, refer to “BRAKE DRUM” in Section 5.
BRAKE HOSES AND PIPES
INSPECTION
Perform this inspection where these is enough light and use a
mirror as necessary.
Check brake hoses and pipes for proper hookup, leaks,
cracks, chafing and other damage.
Check that hoses and pipes are clear of sharp edges and
moving parts.
Repair or replace any of these parts as necessary.
BRAKE FLUID
REPLACEMENT
Change brake fluid as follows.
Drain existing fluid from brake system completely, fill system with
specified fluid and carry out air purge operation.
For air purging procedure, refer to “BLEEDING BRAKES” in Sec-
tion 5.
BRAKE LEVER AND CABLE
INSPECTION
1) Inspect brake cable for damage and smooth movement.
Replace cable if it is in deteriorated condition.
CAUTION:
After replacing any brake pipe or hose, be sure to carry
out air purge operation.

0B-14 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
2) Check tooth tip of each notch for damage or wear. If any
damage or wear is found, replace parking lever.
3) Check parking brake lever for proper operation and stroke,
and adjust it if necessary.
For checking and adjusting procedures, refer to “PARKING
BRAKE INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT” in Section 5.
Parking brake lever stroke
“a” :4 - 9 notches (with 20 kg (44 lbs) of pull pressure)
CHASSIS AND BODY
CLUTCH
INSPECTION
Check clutch pedal for height and free travel (1) referring to
“CLUTCH PEDAL HEIGHT CHECK” and “CLUTCH PEDAL
FREE TRAVEL CHECK” in Section 7C. Adjust or correct if neces-
sary.
TIRES / WHEELS
TIRES INSPECTION
1) Check tires for uneven or excessive wear, or damage.
If defective, replace.
Refer to “TIRE DIAGNOSIS” in Section 3 for details.
2) Check inflating pressure of each tire and adjust pressure to
specification as necessary.
3) Rotate tires.
For details, refer to “TIRE ROTATION” in Section 3F.
1. Wear indicator
NOTE:
 Tire inflation pressure should be checked when tires
are cool.
 Specified tire inflation pressure should be found on
tire placard or in owner’s manual which came with the
vehicle.

0B-20 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
ENGINE START
Check engine start for readiness.
On automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the engine in each select lever position. The starting motor
should crank only in “P” (Park) or “N” (Neutral).
On manual transmission vehicles, place the shift lever in “Neutral,” depress clutch pedal fully any try to start.
EXHAUST SYSTEM CHECK
Check for leakage, cracks or loose supports.
CLUTCH (FOR MANUAL TRANSMISSION)
Check for the following.
Clutch is completely released when depressing clutch pedal,
No slipping clutch occurs when releasing pedal and accelerating.
Clutch itself is free from any abnormal condition.
GEARSHIFT OR SELECT LEVER (TRANSMISSION)
Check gear shift or select lever for smooth shifting to all positions and for good performance of transmission in
any position.
With automatic transmission equipped vehicle, also check that shift indicator indicates properly according to
which position select lever is shifted to.
With automatic transmission equipped vehicle, make sure that vehicle is at complete stop when shifting select
lever to “P” range position and release all brakes.
BRAKE
Foot Brake
Check the followings:
that brake pedal has proper travel,
that brake works properly,
that it is free from noise,
that vehicle does not pull to one side when brake is applied.
and that brake do not drag.
Parking Brake
Check that lever has proper travel.
Check to ensure that parking brake is fully effective when the vehicle is stopped on the safe slope and brake
lever is pulled all the way.WARNING:
Before performing the following check, be sure to have enough room around the vehicle. Then, firmly
apply both the parking brake and the regular brakes. Do not use the accelerator pedal. If the engine
starts, be ready to turn off the ignition promptly. Take these precautions because the vehicle could
move without warning and possibly cause personal injury or property damage.
WARNING:
With vehicle parked on a fairly steep slope, make sure nothing is in the way downhill to avoid any per-
sonal injury or property damage. Be prepared to apply regular brake quickly even if vehicle should
start to move.

MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 0B-21
STEERING
Check to ensure that steering wheel is free from instability, or abnormally heavy feeling.
Check that the vehicle does not wander or pull to one side.
ENGINE
Check that engine responds readily at all speeds.
Check that engine is free from abnormal noise and abnormal vibration.
BODY, WHEELS AND POWER TRANSMITTING SYSTEM
Check that body, wheels and power transmitting system are free from abnormal noise and abnormal vibration or
any other abnormal condition.
METERS AND GAUGE
Check that speedometer, odometer, fuel meter, temperature gauge, etc. are operating accurately.
LIGHTS
Check that all lights operate properly.
WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER
Periodically check that air comes out from defroster outlet when operating heater or air conditioning.
Set mode control lever to defroster position and fan switch lever to “HI” position for this check.
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
Engine oil SE, SF, SG, SH or SJ grade (Refer to “ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER”
in this section for engine oil viscosity.)
Engine coolant
(Ethylene glycol base coolant)“Antifreeze/Anticorrosion coolant”
Brake fluid DOT 3
Manual transmission oil Refer to “M/T OIL CHANGE” in Section 7A.
Transfer oil (4WD) Refer to “TRANSFER OIL CHANGE” in Section 7D.
Differential oil (4WD) Refer to “DIFFERENTIAL OIL CHANGE” in Section 7F.
Automatic transmission fluid
An equivalent of DEXRON
®-III
Door hinges Engine oil or water resistance chassis grease
Hood latch assembly Engine oil or water resistance chassis grease
Key lock cylinder Spray lubricant

HEATER AND VENTILATION 1A-7
BLOWER FAN MOTOR
REMOVAL
1) Disconnect negative (–) cable at battery.
2) Remove steering column hole cover.
3) Remove brake and clutch pedals bracket from vehicle body.
4) Disconnect blower motor coupler (1).
5) Remove blower fan motor (2).
INSPECTION
1) Check continuity between two terminal as shown.
If check results are no continuity, replace blower fan motor
assembly (1).
2) Check operate and current.
a) Fix blower fan motor assembly (1) by using vise.
b) Connect battery to blower fan motor assembly (1) as
shown.
c) Check that there is smoothly operates and no noise.
d) Check that ammeter indicates specified current.
If measure current is incorrect, replace blower fan motor.
Blower fan specified current at 12V
: 18 A maximum
INSTALLATION
Reverse removal procedure for installation.

3-2 STEERING, SUSPENSION, WHEELS AND TIRES
DIAGNOSIS
GENERAL DIAGNOSIS
Since the problems in steering, suspension, wheels and tires involve several systems, they must all be consid-
ered when diagnosing a complaint. To avoid using the wrong symptom, always road test the vehicle first. Pro-
ceed with the following preliminary inspection and correct any defects which are found.
1) Inspect tires for proper pressure and uneven wear.
2) Raise vehicle on a hoist and inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for loose or damaged
parts.
3) Spin front wheels. Inspect for out-of-round tires, out-of-balance tires, bent rims, loosen and/or rough wheel
bearings.
DIAGNOSIS TABLE
Condition Possible Cause Correction
Vehicle Pulls (Leads)
Mismatched or uneven tires Replace tire.
Tires not adequately inflated Adjust tire pressure.
Broken or sagging springs Replace spring.
Radial tire lateral force Replace tire.
Disturbed front end alignment Check and adjust front end align-
ment.
Brake dragging in one road wheel Repair brake.
Loose, bent or broken front or rear suspension
partsTighten or replace suspension
parts.
Abnormal or
Excessive Tire WearSagging or broken spring Replace spring.
Tire out of balance Adjust balance or replace tire.
Disturbed front end alignment Check and adjust front end align-
ment.
Faulty strut (shock absorber) Replace strut.
Hard driving Replace tire.
Overloaded vehicle Replace tire.
Not rotating tire Replace or rotate tire.
Worn or loose wheel bearing Replace wheel bearing.
Wobbly wheel or tire Replace wheel or tire.
Tires not adequately inflated Adjust tire pressure.
Wheel Tramp
Blister or bump on tire Replace tire.
Improper strut (shock absorber) action Replace strut.
Shimmy, Shake or
VibrationTire or wheel out of balance Balance wheels or replace tire and/
or wheel.
Loosen wheel bearings Replace wheel bearing.
Worn tie rod ends Replace tie rod end.
Worn lower ball joints Replace front suspension arm.
Excessive wheel runout Repair or replace wheel and/or tire.
Blister or bump on tire Replace tire.
Excessively loaded radial runout of tire/wheel
assemblyReplace tire or wheel.
Disturbed front end alignment Check and adjust front end align-
ment.
Loose or worn steering linkage Tighten or replace steering linkage.
Loose steering gear case bolts Tighten case bolts.