2000 SUZUKI SWIFT maintenance

1. Ball joint stud dust seal (boot)
2. Suspension arm
1. Tie-rod end boot
2. Steering gear case boot
3. Universal joint
0B-16 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION

Check front and rear suspension systems for damaged, loose or
missing parts; also for parts showing signs of wear or lack of lu-
brication.
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.
ITEM 6-5
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 steering linkage for looseness and damage. Repair or re-
place defective parts, if any.
3) Check boots of steering linkage and steering gear case for dam-
age (leaks, detachment, tear, etc.). If damage is found, replace
defective boot with new one.
4) Check universal joints of steering shaft for rattle and damage. If
rattle or damage is found, replace defective part with a new one.
ITEM 6-6
Power Steering (P / S) System Inspection (if equipped)
1) Visually check power steering system for fluid leakage and hose
for damage and deterioration.
Repair or replace defective parts, if any.
2) With engine stopped, check fluid level indicated on fluid tank,
which should be between MAX and MIN marks. If it is lower than
MIN, fill fluid up to MAX mark.
NOTE

Be sure to use specified P / S fluid.

Fluid level should be checked when fluid is cool.
3) Visually check pump drive belt for cracks and wear.
4) Check belt for tension, referring to item 1-1 in this section.
If necessary, adjust or replace.

2WD
4WD
1. Oil filler / level plug
2. Oil drain plug
MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 0B-17
ITEM 6-7
Manual Transmission Oil Inspection and Change
[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 level plug 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 description of oil change under ON-VE-
HICLE SERVICE in SECTION 7A or 7A1.
5) Tighten level plug to specified torque.
[Change]
1) Place the vehicle level and drain oil by removing drain plug.
2) Apply sealant to drain plug 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, re-
fer to ON-VEHICLE SERVICE of SECTION 7A or 7A1.
ITEM 6-8
Rear Differential Oil Inspection and Change
(4WD vehicle only)
[Inspection]
1) Inspect rear differential case for evidence of oil leakage.
Repair leaky point, if any.
2) Make sure that the vehicle is placed level for oil level check.
3) Remove level plug (1) of differential. 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
as given in SECTION 7E.
4) Tighten it to specified torque.
[Change]
Place the vehicle level and drain oil by removing drain plug (2). Pour
specified amount of specified oil, tighten drain plug and filler plug
to specified torque, referring to ON-VEHICLE SERVICE in SEC-
TION 7E.

1. Oil level gauge
2. FULL HOT mark
3. LOW HOT mark
4. FULL COLD mark
5. LOW COLD mark
1. Drain plug
0B-18 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
ITEM 6-9
Automatic Transmission
[Fluid level 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) Check fluid level.
For fluid level checking procedure, refer to ON-VEHICLE SER-
VICE in SECTION 7B and be sure to perform it under specified
conditions. If fluid level is low, replenish specified fluid.
[Fluid change]
1) Perform steps 1) and 2) of above Fluid Level Inspection.
2) Change fluid. For its procedure, refer to ON-VEHICLE SER-
VICE in SECTION 7B.
CAUTION:
Use of specified fluid is absolutely necessary.
[Fluid cooler hose change]
Replace inlet and outlet hoses (1) of cooler hose and their clamps.
For replacement procedure, refer to ON-VEHICLE SERVICE in
SECTION 7B.

“A”: Oil point
1. Upper hinge
2. Lower hinge
3. Door
4. Body
MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 0B-19
ITEM 6-10
All Latches, Hinges and Locks Inspection
Doors
Check that each door of front, rear and back doors opens and
closes smoothly and locks securely when closed.
If any malfunction is found, lubricate hinge and latch or repair door
lock system.
Engine hood
Check that secondary latch operates properly (check that second-
ary latch keeps hood from opening all the way even when pulling
hood release handle inside vehicle.). Also check that hood opens
and closes smoothly and properly and hood locks securely when
closed.
If any malfunction is found, lubricate hinge and latch, or repair hood
lock system.

0B-20 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
FINAL INSPECTION
Seats
Check that seat slides smoothly and locks securely at
any position. Also check that reclining mechanism of
front seat back allows it to be locked at any angle.
Seat Belt
Inspect belt system including webbing, buckles, latch
plates, retractors and anchors for damage or wear.
If “REPLACE BELT” label on belt is visible, replace
belt.
Check that seat belt is securely locked.
Battery Electrolyte Level Check
Check that the electrolyte level of all battery cells is
between the upper and lower level lines on the case.
If battery is equipped with built-in indicator, check bat-
tery condition by the indicator.
Accelerator Pedal Operation
Check that pedal operates smoothly without getting
caught or interfered by and other part.
Engine Start
Check engine start for readiness.
On automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the
engine in each gear. The starter should crank only in
“P” (Park) or “N” (Neutral).
On manual transmission vehicles, place the shift le-
ver in “Neutral,” depress clutch pedal fully and 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 transmis-
sion in any position.
With automatic transmission equipped vehicle, also
check that shift indicator indicates properly according
to which position select lever is shifted to.
CAUTION:
With automatic transmission equipped ve-
hicle, 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 following;

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 does not drag.
WARNING:
When carrying out road tests, select a safe
place where no man or no running vehicle is
seen so as to prevent any accident.
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 car could move without warning
and possibly cause personal injury or proper-
ty damage.

MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 0B-21
[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.
Steering

Check to ensure that steering wheel is free from in-
stability, 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 sys-
tem are free from abnormal noise and abnormal
vibration or any other abnormal condition.
Meters and Gauge
Check that speedometer, odometer, fuel meter, tem-
perature 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 fan switch lever to “HI” position and mode lever to
defroster position for this check. WARNING:
With vehicle parked on a fairly steep slope,
make sure nothing is in the way downhill to
avoid any personal injury or property damage.
Be prepared to apply regular brake quickly
even if vehicle should start to move.
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
Engine oilSE, SF, SG, SH or SJ (Refer to engine oil viscosity chart in item 1-4.)
Engine coolantEthylene-glycol base coolant (“Antifreeze / Anticorrosion coolant”)
Brake fluidDOT3
Manual transmission oilSee SECTION 7A
Rear differential oilSee SECTION 7E
Automatic transmission fluidAn equivalent of DEXRON-IIE or DEXRON-III
Power steering fluidSee material table on SECTION 3B1
Door hingesEngine oil
Engine hood latchEngine oil
Key lock cylinderSpray lubricant

6B
ENGINE COOLING 6B-1
SECTION 6B
ENGINE COOLING
NOTE:
For the descriptions (items) not found in this section, refer to the same section of Service Manual men-
tioned in FOREWORD of this manual.
CONTENTS
GENERAL DESCRIPTION6B-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DIAGNOSIS6B-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MAINTENANCE6B-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant6B-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cooling System Flush and Refill 6B-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE6B-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant Water Pipes or Hoses6B-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Thermostat6B-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Water Pump6B-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ENGINE COOLING 6B-5
ANTI-FREEZE PROPOR-
TIONING CHART COOLANT CAPACITY
G13 engine G10 engine
MAINTENANCE
COOLANT
The coolant recovery system is standard. The coolant in the radiator expands with heat, and the overflow is col-
lected in the reservoir tank.
When the system cools down, the coolant is drawn back into the radiator.
The cooling system has been filled at the factory with a quality coolant that is either 50 / 50 mixture of water and
GOLDEN CRUISER 1200 (ethylene glycol antifreeze.) or 30 / 70 mixture of water and GOLDEN CRUISER 1200.
The 50 / 50 mixture coolant solution provides freezing protection to – 36
C (– 33
F), the 30 / 70 mixture coolant solu-
tion provides freezing protection to – 16
C (3
F).
When changing the engine coolant, use mixture of 50% water and 50% GOLDEN CRUISER 1200 for the market
where ambient temperature falls lower than – 16
C (3
F) in winter and mixture of 70% water and 30% GOLDEN
CRUISER 1200 for the market where ambient temperature doesn’t fall lower than – 16
C (3
F).
NOTE:
Alcohol or methanol base coolant or plain water alone should not be used in cooling system at any time
as damage to cooling system could occur.
Even in a market where no freezing temperature is anticipated, mixture of 70% water and 30% ethylene
glycol antifreeze (Antifreeze / Anticorrosion coolant) should be used for the purpose of corrosion protec-
tion and lubrication.
ANTI-FREEZE PROPORTIONING TABLE
Vehicle with M / TVehicle with A / T
Freezing temperature
C–16–36–16–36Freezing temperature
F3–333–33
Anti-freeze / Anti-corrosion
coolant concentration%30503050
G10Itr.1.17 / 2.731.95 / 1.951.20 / 2.802.00 / 2.00G10
engineUS pt.2.47 / 5.774.12 / 4.122.54 / 5.924.23 / 4.23
Ratio of compound to
engineImp pt.2.06 / 4.803.43 / 3.432.11 / 3.703.52 / 3.52
cooling water
G13Itr.1.38 / 3.222.30 / 2.301.41 / 3.292.35 / 2.35G13
engineUS pt.2.92 / 6.804.86 / 4.862.98 / 6.954.96 / 4.96engineImp pt.2.43 / 5.674.05 / 4.052.48 / 5.794.13 / 4.13
Engine radiator and heater3.3 liters
(7.0 / 5.8 US / Imp pt.)3.4 liters
(7.2 / 6.0 US / Imp pt.)
Reservoir tank0.6 liters
(1.3 / 1.1 US / Imp pt.)
Total3.9 liters
(8.2 / 6.9 US / Imp pt.)4.0 liters
(8.5 / 7.0 US / Imp pt.)
Engine radiator and heater4.0 liters
(8.5 / 7.0 US / Imp pt.)4.1 liters
(8.6 / 7.2 US / Imp pt.)
Reservoir tank0.6 liters
(1.3 / 1.1 US / Imp pt.)
Total4.6 liters
(9.7 / 8.1 US / Imp pt.)4.7 liters
(9.9 / 8.3 US / Imp pt.)