Suzuki Swift RS415 (2005-2010) Questions & Answers

Hi Chelsea,
Unfortunately there are significant differences between these two models, given how many years apart they are. The most noticeable difference is the head light shape. Its a more elongated on the 2011 model. Because the bumper wraps around the lights, any difference in the lights will have the bumper not either not fitting, or looking terrible if you manage to get it on. I suspect the mounting points would also be different. So the short answer is no it wont fit. Sorry

Your swift will only have one belt that runs your alternator which charges battery, airconditioner compressor and your power steering pump. The very worse thing that would happen if it broke suddenly would be that your car would feel harder to turn the steering wheel. A squealing belt is not necessarily a worn belt. A belt that needs tensioning will squeal when it comes under load, like when your turning the wheel of the car or when the airconditioner is on. New belts quite often need to be retensioned soon after fitment because they stretch a little when new. Its probably the same belt thats squealing and it just needs a little more tensioning.
Hope this helps

Thank you

I also had an experience where I had a worn belt which would squeal, I then got a new one put on at a dealer, and it continued to squeal. Turned out the dealership had not lubricated the belt. Another mechanic gave it a quick run over with a soap-bar like substance and the squeal went away and the belt works fine to this day. If anyone knows the proper name for the soap-bar like material, please advise.

Honestly couldn't tell you. Sorry. I'd say it's a short in the electrical. I'm not an expert. An auto electrical would be able to help you.

Honestly couldn't tell you. Sorry. I'd say it's a short in the electrical. I'm not an expert. An auto electrical would be able to help you.

You should pay the NRMA (if in NSW) to inspect the car before purchasing, I am not mechanically minded, but rust in the engine bay, might indicate the car had/has fluid leakage from a hose or where a hose connects to a metal connection. Perhaps the car was not driven after washing it, and water somehow runs into the engine bay and ponds on flat ledges.I never wash any of my cars, using a dry (spray) detailer, which is sprayed over the duco, and very lightly wiped off with micro fibre cloth. The paint was immaculate at 17 years on my just sold Pulsar. Like you, I can only guess there has been some fluid leakage. Are you sure it is rust, and not some stain caused by the engine coolant have leaked over the bay at some time? Sorry, I cannot help you more.

I’ve only done 67 thousand k’s in mine. It still goes like a dream. I’ve not had any problems with it over the last 10 years.

Over 300k, I've seen at 250k and still fine

My hubby just surprised me with a 2018 navigator but I still have my 2006 Z Series, which just turned over 300,000kms. These cars go and go, if they’re maintained well.

90 miles it days

90 miles it days

well apparently the chain never needs to be replaced after research.

belt every 200k

It has a belt, every 90k it has to be changed apparently.

You may need the electronic fuel injection system or the engine management computer looked at. Take it to Suzuki or a reputable mechanic where they can hook it up to an OBD reader and analyse what is going on.

thanks for your valuable feedback,
one more query is if i run my car same condition, is there any problem.

Hello Bob, this is a question best suited for your mechanic or the retailer you purchased the vehicle from.

dealer or Suzuki Australia ?

Overall, I know of no Problems with the Suzuki Swift. So long as it has been serviced correctly all it's life. Parts seem to be very cheap compared with other makes of cars. They do NOT have a timing belt, so that saves You a lot of money. They have a timing chain running in oil...I replaced the two belts and idler pulley at around 140,000klms. I bought the new parts from the local car parts shop and fitted by a local Mechanic. . Make sure the engine oil and filter are changed at the correct period or sooner. Always use the same oil - exactly the same . You can have the air filter cleaned when the oil is changed, unless You drive on lots of dusty roads. Not forgetting the spark plugs that need changing on all cars. The Swift does NOT use the expensive plugs many cars use but the standard spark plugs which is a huge saving. I replaced My old Swift with a new one last year. I should have kept the old one too, as it is still being driven locally with about 180,000klms on it. Best part is that they are made in Japan, not Korea or Malaysia etc... You won't hear many if any complaints about the Suzuki Swift. If they are serviced correctly they are made to last.
BUGBUYER Lee

Check the log book to see if it has been serviced all its life. A car with low kilometers that has NOT been serviced at the correct period [or sooner] or even worse still, has NOT BEEN serviced - that is a MISSED SERVICE .... is a major wear problem, that will happen later in life. If it has been serviced and looked after correctly then the Suzuki swift is one of the BEST CARS on the road, made in JAPAN, japanese quality means a lot..... the genuine Suzuki parts I have bought, plus the non genuine parts have all been quite reasonable in price. [cheap compared to many cars] European car parts can be VERY VERY Expensive, so look at the plate to see where they are made. Many Holdens and Fords are now made in Europe so beware. If You are looking to purchase a Suzuki Swift, in good condition, keep looking til You find the one You want.....The quality isn't just there in many other makes... Suzuki is at the top in My Books.
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LEE

I brought a new 2010 100 anerversity fitted high springs, uridinum plugs, k& n filter, serviced every 15,000 nrma log book 40, 000 klms local vehicle never driven outside the state. all ways serviced just fitted new tires you do not need to buy dealer price use repco parts 10% discounted
$150.00 nrma log book service at member price . never had any trouble can get great parts from swift nation. I buy discounted thougth sparesbox but very seldem needed any major repairs great car very cheap to run only fill up once a month.

Hi Steven
No I don't think the Swift had "how many klms left in the tank" etc until the Navigator Swift's which came out around 2014-15. The navigator SWIFT has this feature plus many many more features including litres per 100klm. The earlier Swift's had klms per Litre ONLY...
Lee BUGBUYER

It could be the water pump. Is the accessory drive belt slipping? Take the radiator cap off when the engine is cold. Start the car up and after it warms up (temp half-way on gauge) the thermostat should open and coolant should flow rapidly along inside top radiator tank.

Did you work out the problem as i have the same problem but not overheating but verry little heat from the heater ?

It still does it occasionally. All the belts seem ok, no slipping noises. I even had it checked out by the local suzuki dealer and they couldn't find anything wrong with it. It's winter now so will see how it goes when it starts warming up.