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1. In addition to the obvious safety, the Suzuki CX4 chassis is responsible for a comfortable ride and good handling. The most dangerous thing is that in this case there will be a high probability of loss of control, with the next collision with an obstacle that has arisen on the road. Only regular diagnostics of the running Suzuki SX4 will help to avoid such a situation.
Suzuki SX4 chassis diagnostics includes checking the following elements:
- springs and shock absorbers;
- levers and supports (bearings on top, silent blocks on the bottom);
- Suzuki CX4 stabilizer bushings;
- steering rods and rack;
- wheel bearings;
- SHRUS.
Suzuki CX4 chassis diagnostics should be carried out regularly, even without any hint of a malfunction. It is better to do this on a lift, but it is also possible on an ordinary overpass or viewing hole.
3. It is important to remember how the Suzuki SX4 behaves in good condition, then any malfunction in the future will be obvious. To understand that something is wrong with a car, you don’t need to be an experienced driver at all, and even more so, an auto mechanic.
Most often, the following symptoms of malfunctions of the Suzuki CX4 chassis occur:
- the sudden appearance of noise, knocking, rattling of the Suzuki SX4 chassis, which can either disappear or remain even on a completely flat road;
- too large rolls when cornering and noticeable rocking of the body when passing bumps or when braking;
- arbitrary steering to the side, Suzuki CX4 leads away when driving straight;
- uneven tire wear.
If a crunch is heard, especially when cornering or during sharp acceleration of the Suzuki SX4, then it can be said with almost complete certainty that the reason lies in the malfunction of the Suzuki CX4 CV joint, the so-called grenade. A creak most often occurs after replacing the stabilizer bushings, often this indicates a poor-quality bushing.
5. If the Suzuki SX4 began to divert to the side, this often happens after a hard passage of pits and potholes, then you may have to do a wheel alignment (wheel alignment Suzuki CX4). At best, this will eliminate the trouble, at worst, upon impact, something could bend, starting from the tie rod and ending with the steering knuckle.
In the event of the occurrence of at least one of these signs, it is necessary to diagnose the running Suzuki CX4 as soon as possible. Even the rules expressly prohibit operation with a faulty suspension, not to mention the fact that it is simply dangerous.
6. A Suzuki SX4 suspension bushing that is not so expensive, if not replaced in time, can lead to breakage of the lever, with a price of a hundred dollars. Many drivers drive without paying attention to the sounds that have appeared in the Suzuki CX4 chassis, and drive until the sound becomes completely critical, or until something simply falls off, this approach is simply absurd.
7. Periodic visual inspection of your Suzuki SX4 will save you money, after all, if a cracked anther or a cover is found in time, and a prompt replacement is made, then the element that was protected by the anther will last longer. If, when examining the Suzuki SX4, an already torn anther was found, then you can be sure that this suspension element will soon need to be replaced.
After checking all the anthers, you should proceed to the diagnosis of the Suzuki SX4 front suspension elements. The front suspension is more complex than the rear, it is subject to heavy loads, as a result, it breaks much more often. First, we inspect the Suzuki SX4 shock absorbers, they should not have dents or oil leaks. You can also try to swing the shock absorber to the sides, the swing amplitude should be insignificant.
But the easiest way to check the serviceability of this suspension element is to swing the Suzuki CX4 by pressing the corner where the diagnosed shock absorber is located to the ground. If, after pressing, the Suzuki SX4, having returned to its original state, continued to rock up and down, then this indicates a malfunction of the shock absorber.
8. Next, the suspension springs of the Suzuki CX4 are inspected, often their turns break off, so you need to inspect them for cracks and the integrity of all turns. But here you can also determine the functionality of the springs without looking under the car. To do this, you just need to pay attention to the clearance of the Suzuki SX4, if the car has become noticeably lower, then this already indicates a malfunction of the springs, they sank and can no longer perform their function properly.
9. Ball and silent blocks are checked only from the bottom of the Suzuki SX4. To diagnose them, it is better to use some kind of metal lever to make it easier to check everything for backlash, they should not be in a working car. In the same way, the stabilizer mounts and traction of the Suzuki CX4 are checked. To check the wheel bearing, you need to shake the wheel, if there is play, then this indicates a poor condition of the bearing.
20.01.2018
Suzuki SX4 (Suzuki SX4) is one of the most compact models of its class (SUV). Compact crossovers in many markets are in great demand among motorists, as their increased cross-country ability allows you to feel more confident not only in the city, but also outside it. Despite the fact that the Suzuki SX4 is available in the secondary market in two versions - a mini-crossover and a sedan, a car in the back of a mini-crossover is in great demand in our market, due to the increased cross-country ability due to the possible all-wheel drive and impressive ground clearance (19 cm, sedans 15 cm). In addition to off-road performance, the reliability of the car, which Japanese manufacturers have always been famous for, also plays an important role. But how things are with the reliability of this car, and what you should pay attention to when choosing a Suzuki SX4 with mileage, I will tell in this article.
A bit of history:
Suzuki SX4 is a joint project of two concerns and Fiat. The design of the car was entrusted to one of the best designers in the world, Giorgetto Giugiaro from ItalDesign. This model has replaced the outdated model Suzuki Aerio, which is better known in the domestic market under the name "Liana". The manufacturer claims that the model name "SX4" is nothing more than a cipher: S - means "sport", X - "crossover", 4 - symbolizes the four seasons.
The premiere of the first generation of the model took place in 2006 at the Geneva Motor Show, in the same year the serial assembly of the car began. Cars intended for the European market were assembled at a plant in Hungary, and the twin model, Fiat Sedici, was also assembled here. For other markets, cars were assembled in Japan, India and China. At the start of sales, the Suzuki SX4 was only available as a hatchback (crossover), which was called the SX4 Crossover. But a year later, in 2007, at the auto show in New York, the debut of the new SX4 sedan took place. Characteristic features of the novelty are the original wedge-shaped body shape, an unusual slope of the windshield, a high roof profile, and large triangular front door windows.
At the end of 2009, the model was restyled, during which the appearance, brake system and power units were modernized. In 2011, a top-end version of the car appeared on sale, equipped with a Bosch navigation system and an intelligent multimedia system. The first generation of cars lasted on the conveyor until 2013, in the same year, the second generation of the model, called the Suzuki SX4 S-Cross, went on sale. The novelty was first presented at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2013. The main differences of the second generation of the model from its predecessor are increased dimensions, more expressive interior and exterior design, better quality of interior finishing materials.
Weaknesses and shortcomings of the Suzuki SX4 with mileage
The body of the car deserves only positive feedback, it steadfastly resists the effects of reagents that we generously sprinkle on the roads, the manufacturer clearly did not regret the anti-corrosion and paintwork. Therefore, if the selected car has spots of paint swelling or pockets of rust, most likely the car was restored after an accident. Chassis threaded connections, electrical wiring contacts, muffler holder, rear beam and shift lever wings are prone to corrosion and require special attention. So, for example, when the backstage soured, there is a risk of breaking off the plastic guides. Another disadvantage is the poor illumination of the road from regular headlights.
Power units
In the domestic secondary market, the Suzuki SX4 is presented with gasoline engines 1.5 (110 hp), 1.6 (107 and 112 hp was installed after restyling), 2.0 (145 and 150 hp). Rarely, but still there are cars with diesel engines 1.6 (90 hp) and 1.9 (90, 120 hp), imported from Europe.
The most widespread in the CIS was a gasoline power unit with a variable valve timing system and a timing chain drive with a volume of 1.6 liters. On most instances, a chain replacement was required after 150,000 km, and two tensioners must also be changed at the same time. The main disadvantage of this engine is considered to be poor dynamics at low revs; for confident movement, it is necessary to keep the engine at high revs. If we talk about the reliability of this motor, then there are no serious complaints about it, the main thing is to change the oil in time and pour high-quality gasoline. If the last recommendation is neglected, there is a high probability of premature destruction of the catalyst. On cars of the first years of production, failures in the engine software are possible. The weaker power unit turned out to be no less reliable.
A two-liter engine is demanding on oil quality and service intervals (every 10,000 km). When using low-quality lubricants, the timing chain tensioner fails prematurely, and chain stretching is also possible - eliminating any of these problems is expensive. All gasoline engines are not equipped with hydraulic lifters, so the manufacturer recommends checking the thermal clearances of the valves every 40-50 thousand km. But practice has shown that valves do not always need to be adjusted even after 100 thousand kilometers.
Of the other minor drawbacks inherent in all motors, one can note the short service life of the generator (owners who rarely use their car face the problem more often). The culprit for the failure of the node is its unfortunate location, due to which dirt accumulates in it, and when driving through deep puddles, water can get into it. Symptoms - knocks, squeaks and other extraneous sounds. If there is a problem, do not rush to buy a new generator, as in most cases a simple cleaning will help restore the unit to working capacity.
Not famous for reliability and oxygen sensor (lambda probe). If it malfunctions, the power unit may start to work unstably, and fuel consumption also increases significantly. As a rule, this sensor does not stop working immediately, in connection with this, it is unlikely that it will be possible to identify that it is faulty on a test drive, therefore, diagnostics should be done before purchase. With a complete failure and depressurization of the sensor, it is unlikely that it will be possible to start driving a car. In addition, there is a high probability of a serious engine breakdown with subsequent costly repairs. Another disadvantage is the high cost of the fine fuel filter, which is recommended to be changed every 160,000 km ( change with fuel pump). The cost of the original part fluctuates around $500.
Diesel engines Suzuki SX4
Diesel power units are a development of the company, unlike gasoline engines, they have a timing belt drive and more torque, but at the same time they have lower fuel consumption. When buying a car with such a power unit, you need to have about $ 1000 in reserve to replace the turbine and dual-mass flywheel. Both parts are reliable and serve more than 200,000 km, but in Europe for five or six years about 200,000 km are rolled on such cars, after which they are sold to our repurchases, which twist the mileage up to 100-120 thousand km.
Transmission
Suzuki SX4 was equipped with two gearboxes - 5 and 6-speed manual transmission (the latter was installed only in tandem with diesel engines) and a 4-speed automatic. Both transmissions are reliable and low maintenance. The weak point in the mechanics is the clutch, if in front-wheel drive versions, on average, its resource is 90-100 thousand km, then in cars with all-wheel drive, the clutch has to be changed after 70-80 thousand km. Often, the owners blame the fuzzy gear shift (especially the first one) and the noise of the bearings, the replacement solves the problem for a short time. The disadvantage of the machine is its slowness and jerks during gear changes. In the event of an automatic transmission failure, repairs will be expensive, so be sure to carry out a complete diagnosis of the unit before buying.
The all-wheel drive system is reliable, but you should not consider this car as an SUV, since the electromagnetic clutch that the car is equipped with is not designed for heavy loads and quickly overheats. For those who like to shove the car into the mud (snow) to the very “do not indulge”, it is important to remember that when the clutch overheats, the rear axle is automatically turned off. The first repair costs will be required after 70,000 km of run - replacement of drive oil seals. Frequent off-road trips adversely affect the resource of the driveshaft cross. A signal of strong wear of the crosspieces is clicking, rattle, creaking, crackling from the side of the cardan box at the start of movement and in the future, especially when releasing gas or increasing speed. With careful operation, the crosses serve more than 100,000 km. The original part is sold complete with a cardan and is not cheap - about 600 USD. Fortunately, our services have learned how to restore this node - 100-200 USD.
Weaknesses of the running Suzuki SX4 with mileage
The suspension of the car (McPherson in front, semi-dependent beam in the back) is knocked down and has a good energy intensity. Such a suspension setting had a positive effect on the car's handling, but there is also a fly in the ointment here - on a road with poor coverage, the car shakes decently. If we talk about the reliability of the suspension, then we can say with confidence that most of its elements do not even care for 100,000 km. The stabilizer bushings are the fastest on our roads, you have to change them every 30-40 thousand km. Stabilizer struts often ask for replacement after - 50-60 thousand kilometers. If you often storm potholes, their resource may be less. Also, the wheel bearings of the rear axle and shock absorbers turned out to be a weak point of the chassis - they become unusable after 70,000 km. The rear silent blocks of the front levers rarely take care of more than 120 thousand km. But ball bearings can last up to 150,000 km.
The steering system is equipped with an electric power steering, cars with a 2.0 liter engine and all-wheel drive are equipped with hydraulic booster. The weak point here is the steering rack, the knot turned out to be especially problematic on cars manufactured before 2008 - the right bushing breaks. The tie rod ends run 150-200 thousand km, and the tie rods go even longer. The reliability of the brake system is a bit disappointing, because despite the low weight of the car, the resource of brake pads and discs is small. The disk resource is 25-35 thousand km, the disks are enough for two sets of pads. If the brake discs are very worn, vibration occurs during braking.
Salon
The interior of the Suzuki SX4 is simple and made of inexpensive materials, however, like most Japanese-made cars. Despite the fact that the finishing materials are quite budgetary, they cope well with all the hardships of everyday use, thanks to this, even on a car with high mileage, the interior does not look worn out. Significant disadvantages of the cabin include poor sound insulation and uncomfortable front seats. Electrical equipment is reliable, all buttons and levers work for a long time and without fail. The only thing you can find fault with is the head unit, in which the CD drive may stop working over time (it starts to jam at first).
Outcome:
It is one of the most reliable and unpretentious cars in its segment. Even despite the weaknesses described, buying a used car of this model is unlikely to be an unsuccessful investment, the main thing is to choose the right car, carefully operate it and it will not cause any special problems.
If you are the owner of this car model, please describe the problems that you had to face during the operation of the car. Perhaps it is your review that will help readers of our site when choosing a car.
Sincerely, editorial Autoavenue
