2000 SUZUKI SWIFT check oil

0A-6 GENERAL INFORMATION
 Air bag wire harness can be identified easily as it is covered with a yellow protection tube. Be very
careful when handling it.
 When an open in air bag wire harness, damaged wire harness, connector or terminal is found,
replace wire harness, connectors and terminals as an assembly.
 Do not apply power to the air bag system unless all components are connected or a diagnostic chart
requests it, as this will set a diagnostic trouble code.
 Never use air bag system component parts from another vehicle.
 When using electric welding, be sure to temporarily disable air bag system referring to “DISABLING
AIR BAG SYSTEM” in Section 10B.
 Never expose air bag system component parts directly to hot air (drying or baking the vehicle after
painting) or flames.
 WARNING/CAUTION labels are attached on each part of air bag system components. Be sure to fol-
low the instructions.
 After vehicle is completely repaired, perform “AIR BAG DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK” in SECTION
10B.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
The WARNING and CAUTION below describe some general precautions that you should observe when servic-
ing a vehicle. These general precautions apply to many of the service procedures described in this manual, and
they will not necessarily be repeated with each procedure to which they apply.
WARNING:
 Whenever raising a vehicle for service, be sure to follow the instructions under “VEHICLE LIFTING
POINTS” in this section.
 When it is necessary to do service work with the engine running, make sure that the parking brake
is set fully and the transmission is in Neutral (for manual transmission vehicles) or Park (for auto-
matic transmission vehicles), Keep hands, hair, clothing, tools, etc. away from the fan and belts
when the engine is running.
 When it is necessary to run the engine indoors, make sure that the exhaust gas is forced outdoors.
 Do not perform service work in areas where combustible materials can come in contact with a hot
exhaust system. When working with toxic or flammable materials (such as gasoline and refriger-
ant), make sure that the area you work in is well-ventilated.
 To avoid getting burned, keep away from hot metal parts such as the radiator, exhaust manifold, tail
pipe, muffler, etc.
 New and used engine oil can be hazardous. Children and pets may be harmed by swallowing new or
used oil. Keep new and used oil and used engine oil filters away from children and pets.
Continuous contact with used engine oil has been found to cause [skin] cancer in laboratory ani-
mals. Brief contact with used oil may irritate skin. To minimize your exposure to used engine oil,
wear a long-sleeve shirt and moisture-proof gloves (such as dish washing gloves) when changing
engine oil. If engine oil contacts your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water. Launder any
clothing or rags if wet with oil, recycle or properly dispose of used oil and filters.
 Make sure the bonnet is fully closed and latched before driving. If it is not, it can fly up unexpect-
edly during driving, obstructing your view and resulting in an accident.

0A-8 GENERAL INFORMATION
 Make sure that all parts used in reassembly are perfectly
clean.
When use of a certain type of lubricant, bond or sealant
is specified, be sure to use the specified type.
“A” : Sealant 99000-31150
 Be sure to use special tools when instructed.
Special Tool
(A) : 09917-98221
(B) : 09916-58210
 When disconnecting vacuum hoses, attach a tag
describing the correct installation positions so that the
hoses can be reinstalled correctly.
 After servicing fuel, oil, coolant, vacuum, exhaust or
brake systems, check all lines related to the system for
leaks.
 For vehicles equipped with fuel injection systems, never
disconnect the fuel line between the fuel pump and
injector without first releasing the fuel pressure, or fuel
can be sprayed out under pressure.
 When performing a work that produces a heat exceeding
80°C (176°F) in the vicinity of the electrical parts, remove
the heat sensitive electrical part(s) beforehand.

0B-6 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
A/C COMPRESSOR DRIVE BELT (IF EQUIPPED) INSPEC-
TION
1) Disconnect negative (–) cable at battery.
2) Inspect belt for cracks, cuts, deformation, wear and cleanli-
ness. If any defect exists, replace.
Check belt for tension.
If belt tension is out of specification, adjust it referring to
“COMPRESSOR DRIVE BELT” in Section 1B.
A/C compressor drive belt tension
“a” : 3 - 5 mm (0.12 - 0.20 in.) deflection under 100 N
(10 kg, 22 lb) pressure
3) Connect negative (–) cable to battery.
REPLACEMENT
Replace belt with new one referring to “COMPRESSOR DRIVE
BELT” in Section 1B.
VALVE LASH (CLEARANCE)
INSPECTION
1) Inspect intake and exhaust valve lash and adjust as neces-
sary.
Refer to “VALVE LASH” in Section 6A1 for valve lash
inspection and adjustment procedure.
ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER
REPLACEMENT
Before draining engine oil, check engine for oil leakage. If any evi-
dence of leakage is found, make sure to correct defective part
before proceeding to the following work.
1. Camshaft
2. Thickness gauge
WARNING:
 New and used engine oil can be hazardous.
Be sure to read “WARNING” in General Precaution in
Section 0A and observe what in written there.
 Step 1) - 7) outlined below must be performed with
ENGINE NOT RUNNING. For step 8), be sure to have
adequate ventilation while engine is running.

0B-8 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
6) Replenish oil until oil level is brought to FULL level mark on
dipstick. (oil pan and oil filter capacity). The filler inlet is at
the top of the cylinder head cover.
It is recommended to use engine oil of SE, SF, SG, SH or SJ
grade. Select the appropriate oil viscosity according to the
proper engine oil viscosity chart [A].
Engine oil specification
7) Check oil filter and drain plug for oil leakage.
8) Start engine and run it for 3 minutes. Stop it and wait 5 min-
utes before checking oil level. Add oil, as necessary, to bring
oil level to FULL level mark on dipstick.
ENGINE COOLANT
REPLACEMENT
NOTE:
For ambient temperature between –20°C (–4°F) and 30°C
(86°F), it is highly recommended to use SAE 10W – 30 oil.
Oil pan capacity About 3.6 liters (7.6/6.3 US/lmp pt.)
Oil filter capacity About 0.2 liter (0.4/0.3 US/lmp pt.)
Others About 0.3 liter (0.6/0.5 US/lmp pt.)
Total About 4.1 liters (8.7/7.2 US/lmp pt.)
NOTE:
Engine oil capacity is specified. However, note that the
amount of oil required when actually changing oil may
somewhat differ from the data in the table depending on
various conditions (temperature, viscosity, etc.)
1. Full level mark (hole)
2. Low level mark (hole)
WARNING:
To help avoid danger of being burned, do not remove
radiator cap while engine and radiator are still hot. Scald-
ing fluid and steam can be blown out under pressure if
cap is taken off too soon.

0B-10 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
EXHAUST SYSTEM
INSPECTION
When carrying out periodic maintenance, or the vehicle is raised
for other service, check exhaust system as follows:
Check rubber mountings for damage, deterioration, and out
of position.
Check exhaust system for leakage, loose connections, dents
and damages.
If bolts or nuts are loose, tighten them to specification.
Check nearby body areas for damaged, missing, or misposi-
tioned parts, open seams, holes, loose connections or other
defects which could permit exhaust fumes to seep into the
vehicle.
Make sure that exhaust system components have enough
clearance from the underbody to avoid overheating and pos-
sible damage to the floor carpet.
Any defects should be fixed at once.
IGNITION SYSTEM
SPARK PLUGS
REPLACEMENT
Replace spark plugs with new ones referring to “SPARK PLUG”
in Section 6F1.
FUEL SYSTEM
AIR CLEANER FILTER
INSPECTION
1) Remove air cleaner case clamps.
2) Take air cleaner filter out of case.
3) Check that filter is not excessively dirty, damaged or oily,
clean filter with compressed air from air outlet side of filter. WARNING:
To avoid danger of being burned, do not touch exhaust
system when it is still hot. Any service on exhaust sys-
tem should be performed when it is cool.

MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 0B-15
WHEEL DISCS INSPECTION
Inspect each wheel disc for dents, distortion and cracks. A disc in
badly damaged condition must be replaced.
WHEEL BEARING INSPECTION
1) Check front wheel bearing for wear, damage, abnormal
noise or rattles. For details, refer to “WHEEL DISC, NUT
AND BEARING CHECK” in Section 3D.
2) Check rear wheel bearing for wear, damage, abnormal noise
or rattles. For details, refer to “WHEEL DISC, NUT AND
BEARING CHECK” in Section 3E.
SUSPENSION SYSTEM
INSPECTION
Inspect front struts & rear shock absorbers for evidence of oil
leakage, dents or any other damage on sleeves ; and
inspect anchor ends for deterioration.
Replace defective parts, if any.
Check front and rear suspension systems for damaged,
loose or missing parts ; also for parts showing signs of wear
or lack of lubrication.
Repair or replace defective parts, if any.
Check front suspension arm ball joint stud dust seals for
leakage, detachment, tear or any other damage.
Replace defective boot, if any.
STEERING SYSTEM
INSPECTION
1) Check steering wheel for play and rattle, holding vehicle
straight on ground.
Steering wheel play
“a” : 0 – 30 mm (0 – 1.1 in.)
2) Check bolts and nuts for tightness and retighten them as
necessary. Repair or replace defective parts, if any.

MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 0B-17
MANUAL TRANSMISSION OIL
INSPECTION
1) Inspect transmission case for evidence of oil leakage.
Repair leaky point if any.
2) Make sure that vehicle is placed level for oil level check.
3) Remove oil filler/level plug (1) of transmission.
4) Check oil level.
Oil level can be checked roughly by means of filler/level plug
hole. That is, if oil flows out of level plug hole or if oil level is
found up to hole when level plug is removed, oil is properly
filled.
If oil is found insufficient, pour specified oil up to level hole.
For specified oil, refer to “MANUAL TRANSMISSION OIL
CHANGE” in Section 7A.
5) Apply sealant to filler/level plug and tighten it to specified
torque.
REPLACEMENT
1) Place the vehicle level and drain oil by removing drain plug
(2).
2) Apply sealant to drain plug after cleaning it and tighten drain
plug to specified torque.
3) Pour specified oil up to level hole.
4) Tighten filler plug to specified torque.
For recommended oil, its amount and tightening torque data,
refer to “MANUAL TRANSMISSION OIL CHANGE” in Sec-
tion 7A.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID
INSPECTION
1) Inspect transmission case for evidence of fluid leakage.
Repair leaky point, if any.
2) Make sure that vehicle is placed level for fluid level check.
3) Pull out dipstick and check fluid level.
For fluid level checking procedure, refer to “A/T FLUID
LEVEL” in Section 7B and be sure to perform it under speci-
fied conditions. If fluid level is low, replenish specified fluid.
1. Dipstick
2. Clamp
3. FULL HOT mark
4. LOW HOT mark

0B-18 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
REPLACEMENT
1) Inspect transmission case for evidence of fluid leakage.
Repair leaky point, if any.
2) Make sure that vehicle is placed level for fluid level check.
3) Change fluid. For its procedure, refer to “CHANGING A/T
FLUID” in Section 7B.
TRANSFER OIL (4WD) AND REAR DIFFERENTIAL
OIL (4WD)
INSPECTION
1) Check transfer case or differential for evidence of oil leak-
age.
Repair leaky point if any.
2) Make sure that vehicle is placed level for oil level check.
3) Remove level plug of transfer or differential and check oil
level.
Oil level can be checked roughly by means of level plug
hole. That is, if oil flows out of level plug hole or if oil level is
found up to hole when level plug is removed, oil is properly
filled.
If oil is found insufficient, pour specified amount of specified
oil referring to “TRANSFER OIL CHANGE” in Section 7D or
“DIFFERENTIAL OIL CHANGE” in Section 7F.
4) Tighten level plug to specified torque referring to “TRANS-
FER OIL CHANGE” in Section 7D or “CHANGING DIFFER-
ENTIAL OIL” in Section 7F.
REPLACEMENT
Change transfer oil and differential oil with new specified oil refer-
ring to “TRANSFER OIL CHANGE” in Section 7D or “DIFFEREN-
TIAL OIL CHANGE” in Section 7F.
1. Drain plug
[A] : Transfer
[B] : Rear differential
1. Oil level/filler plug
2. Drain plug