Suzuki Swift Questions & Answers (page 5 of 9)

Hi.Is the noise coming from the front or rear?I am not a mechanic by trade but it could be something as simple as maybe needing a wheel balance and wheel alignment.I would suggest taking it to a reputable mechanic or a Suzuki dealership.You need to diagnose the problem and although dealerships charge more than normal mechanics you get better peace of mind as well as warranty on the repair.I am sorry I cannot answer your question but it is like asking how long is a piece of string.The car needs to be looked at and more than likely it will be something simple and cheap.

is it new from dealer or is 2nd hand vehicle . I have herd as lots depend on the power to operate the remotes you should be able to use the key to state the vehicle as is best to start with the dealer or call the Suzuki direct hotline.

call the dealer for specications not shore new model as they only just out contact Suzuki dealership sales go take one for a test drive.

Test drove one 2 weeks ago, and yes, the speedo is digital.

Hi, I might be stating the obvious here, I may have misunderstood your issue but isn't it just because it has CVT (continuously variable transmission)?

change speed or gears ? if it is change gears all the swifts need a warm up pri I had the same must be on a flat floor driveway as oil does not circulate if gear box not level. they had this with most 2010 on wards autos.

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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.

Yes I have had that problem but could not resolve it I rang the different dealerships and could get no help I ran Garmin and I rang Suzuki good luck

That's ridiculous, I have had issues with my dealer before regarding the Bluetooth system. I'll call them again on Monday and see if they are any help. I'll let you know the result :)

Every chance. Get it checked out.

could be tappers

May be needs new spark plugs, tune up, or service

Ok thanks I will try new plugs and see if it works ..I have changed oil and oil and air filters ..the motor is out of a 2010 swift my car is 2006 model swift I had it checked by mechanic bcz engine light was on but it was speedo plug was not connected to gearbox could there be a problem due to motor from a later model

dealer had told not to use eflon NO E10 clogs the injuectors . states 95 octane in owners manual.

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

No. The engines in the Swift use a timing chain that should last as long as the car. As per 99% of cars, the accessory drive belt will need replacement as per service book schedule and this isn't expensive.

As stated above, Suzuki have fitted timing chains which run in engine oil and can outlast the vehicle, unlike the expensive timing belt renewal in other cars. You can just enjoy driving Your suzuki swift past 100,000 klms knowing that a timing belt is not going to wear and break. Suzuki swift's are made in Japan and that is where the best vehicle's are made... BUGBUYER LEE

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.

Did you buy a new or second car? there should be no patch as such. it is flowing carpet. unless, you bought a second car, they fixed it by patching up.
You should leave a heater on, for few hours and whenever it is sunny, leave the windows downs and if your mrs got blower, try to dry blow the whole carpet.
Also, check all the rubbers ( seals), around the door, boot. does your car have Reverse sensors? if yes, check if water is coming thorough them.,
Take it to service department, if it is still under warranty.

Normally this shouldn't happen as the bodies are very well sealed. If the car is used, it may have been in an accident at some time and the seal has been broken and not repaired correctly. The sealant that is used may look like it is still sealed but maybe water enters when You go thru some water, so the water may go upwards and then run down thru the sealant. it can be at the top of the inner mudguard...Just clean the sealant [white on MY car]. Best to use a rag with some alcohol or methylated spirits on it.. it will dry very fast. Then go over the sealant with some silicon. I just use My finger to spread the silicon about. Doesn't matter how thick the silicon is... white or clear or black all OK...
The silicon dries fairly fast in the hot weather. Cover as much of the sealant that You can.. try to do it all.. Reverse sensors just sit in the rear bumper and can cause no problems at all. If You can take the rear mats and underfelt out to dry. or place some paper towel under it. Replace the paper towel every day until it stays dry...
LEE BUGBUYER

seems like it. get the gear box checked up. what was the last time gear box was serviced?

If it was the clutch release bearing it would make a noise when You pushed the clutch pedal in. Having the noise ALL the time sounds like gearbox problem. a worn bearing in the gearbox if it does it all the time. If it only makes the noise when the car is moving it is another problem. Wheel bearing which is fairly simple to fix unless You have let it go too long... You don't normally service gearboxes these days and many are sealed.
Unless the gearbox has leaked thru a seal and has run out of oil... NOT GOOD..
LEE BUGBUYER

Most fuel filters are located in the fuel tank these days but I don't believe the tank has to come out. I could be wrong..
it doesn't take a lot to take the plastic fuel tanks out these days.. Do you have a fuel problem??
Lee Bugbuyer

Yes I know the fuel tank has to come out to replace fuel filter as I had a friend mechanic look for me no I don't have a fuel problem thank you

Naturally, any electrically problem can be very difficult to fix. I would try to find a hazard lights fuse and take it out. Otherwise you could pull the car apart and not find it. It could be a relay problem as the hazard lights don't use the ignition system to work, like Blinkers do. I'm not sure what type of unit is used for the hazard lights. Have you used the Hazard lights a lot? it could be the hazard switch that is faulty or a loose wire on it.
Lee Bugbuyer

what sort of phone do you have?

My only guess would be, that a cable is still used on the speedo. So check if You can see the cable end screwed into the gearbox. Normally the cable is screwed into the back of the speedo on one end and screwed into the gearbox at the other end. Did the needle fluctuate [bounce about] before it stopped working? That is the normal thing in older cars when the cable breaks, it breaks bit by bit. Whether the inside of the cable is still steel I don't know. They used to be made from many small wires in the shape of a square. I don't think the cable broke, [not a common failure these days] but I'm thinking that the inner cable may have moved at the speedo end???? and is no longer driving the needle etc.??? So the only thing I can think of is to undo the cable on the gearbox and see if You can push the inner cable inwards slightly... while turning the inner cable with Your fingers.. anti clockwise...
or - if the cable at the speedo has come loose???? not a common fault.. they used to be screwed onto the back of the speedo... but they are probably made of plastic these days...??? and maybe clip on???? As You probably realise, getting to the back of the speedo isn't that easy...
It is a very rare occurance these days for the speedo to stop working.....

LEE Bugbuyer