🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Suzuki Model: Splash Model Years Covered: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 Codes Chassis Code General: EX (typically used for this platform, though specific regional variations may exist) 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Subcompact Hatchback (known for its compact size, fuel efficiency, and urban maneuverability) Competitive Analysis Key Competitors: Opel Corsa, Fiat Grande Punto, Ford Fiesta, Peugeot 207, Renault Clio, Toyota Yaris, Volkswagen Polo Key Features Design Philosophy: Practical, fuel-efficient, and affordable urban car, often praised for its spacious interior relative to its exterior dimensions and distinctive styling. Target Audience: First-time car buyers, young professionals, small families, city dwellers seeking economical and easy-to-drive transportation. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Market Coverage: Global (specifications may vary by region, manual provides comprehensive data for the specified years) Page Count Estimated Page Count: Very Large (often exceeding 1000 pages for comprehensive workshop manuals) Manual Type Type: Workshop Service Repair Manual Language Language: English (typically, though official factory manuals may have multiple languages) Format Format: PDF Download 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine: Complete overhaul, rebuilding, performance tuning, diagnostics, ignition, fuel, lubrication, cooling, exhaust systems Transmission: Removal, installation, in-car servicing, overhaul, clutch, automatic transmission diagnostics, manual transmission repair Brakes: Servicing procedures, hydraulic system, ABS, parking brake, front and rear brake component replacement Suspension: Front and rear suspension components, alignment procedures, shock absorbers, struts, springs, control arms Steering: Power steering system, steering rack, tie rods, alignment specifications Electrical: Complete wiring diagrams, lighting systems, charging system, starting system, body electricals, power windows, mirrors, audio system Climate Control: Air conditioning service, refrigerant capacities, component diagnostics, heater core replacement Body And Chassis: Body panel removal and installation, interior trim, sunroof operation and repair, chassis lubrication, rust prevention Procedures Included Maintenance: Factory maintenance schedules, fluid changes, filter replacements, lubrication points, belt replacement Troubleshooting: Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), symptom-based troubleshooting, electrical system diagnostics, engine performance issues Repair: Step-by-step repair instructions for all major vehicle systems, component replacement, assembly and disassembly Diagnostics: Computer diagnostic procedures, diagnostic tree charts, sensor testing, actuator testing Rebuild: Engine overhaul and rebuilding procedures, transmission rebuilds Installation: Component installation procedures, timing belt installation, accessory installation Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive (covers basic maintenance to advanced diagnostics and complete rebuilds) Illustrations: Hundreds of illustrations, exploded views, diagrams, and charts Specifications: Detailed specifications on every model covered, including torque specifications, clearances, fluid capacities, and electrical values 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Format: PDF (searchable text often available), potentially zipped (.zip, .rar) or .exe wrappers Print Quality Quality: High Quality (printable on any computer and printer, allows zooming of illustrations) Binding Type Type: Digital Download (not a physical hard copy) Paper Type Type: N/A (Digital) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Options: Typically offered with a range of petrol engines including 1.0L (K10B), 1.2L (K12B), and 1.4L (K14B). Diesel options, like the 1.3L DDiS (derived from Fiat's Multijet), were also common in some markets. (Manual will detail specific variants). Performance Horsepower Range: Approximately 65-95 hp (depending on engine and specific market tuning). Torque Range: Approximately 90-125 Nm (depending on engine). Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Multi-point fuel injection (MPI) for petrol engines, Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDI) for diesel engines. Emission Control: Catalytic converter, often with Euro 4 or Euro 5 compliance depending on the market and production year. 🔧 Transmission Standard Type: 5-speed manual transmission (MT). Optional Type: 4-speed automatic transmission (AT) was often available on select engine variants and markets. Features Clutch Type: Dry single-plate clutch for manual transmissions. 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: Approximately 3,600 - 3,700 mm (depending on bumper design). Width: Approximately 1,600 - 1,650 mm. Height: Approximately 1,500 - 1,550 mm. Wheelbase: Approximately 2,360 mm. Weights Curb Weight: Approximately 950 - 1,050 kg (depending on engine and equipment). 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Euro Ncap Rating: 4 stars (for models tested, e.g., 2008 model achieved 4 stars). Active Features Braking System: Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) was often available as an option or standard on higher trims. Traction Control: Electronic Stability Control (ESC) or Traction Control System (TCS) may be available on certain higher-spec models or specific markets. Passive Features Airbags: Front airbags for driver and passenger, optional side airbags and curtain airbags depending on trim level and market. Seatbelts: Three-point seatbelts with pre-tensioners for front seats, ISOFIX child seat anchors. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Features: Basic infotainment systems, typically featuring an RDS radio with CD player, MP3 playback, and auxiliary input. Higher trims may have optional climate control and steering wheel audio controls. Driver Assistance Features: Limited driver assistance technologies; ABS and EBD were the primary electronic safety aids. Parking sensors might be a dealer-installed option. Connectivity Features: Auxiliary input jack for connecting external audio devices. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Typically every 15,000 km (9,300 miles) or 12 months, whichever comes first. Refer to manual...
EX (typically used for this platform, though specific regional variations may exist)
👋 Introduction
Market Position
Segment:
Subcompact Hatchback (known for its compact size, fuel efficiency, and urban maneuverability)
Competitive Analysis
Key Competitors:
Opel Corsa, Fiat Grande Punto, Ford Fiesta, Peugeot 207, Renault Clio, Toyota Yaris, Volkswagen Polo
Key Features
Design Philosophy:
Practical, fuel-efficient, and affordable urban car, often praised for its spacious interior relative to its exterior dimensions and distinctive styling.
Target Audience:
First-time car buyers, young professionals, small families, city dwellers seeking economical and easy-to-drive transportation.
📋 Manual Details
Coverage Areas
Market Coverage:
Global (specifications may vary by region, manual provides comprehensive data for the specified years)
Page Count
Estimated Page Count:
Very Large (often exceeding 1000 pages for comprehensive workshop manuals)
Manual Type
Type:
Workshop Service Repair Manual
Language
Language:
English (typically, though official factory manuals may have multiple languages)
Step-by-step repair instructions for all major vehicle systems, component replacement, assembly and disassembly
Diagnostics:
Computer diagnostic procedures, diagnostic tree charts, sensor testing, actuator testing
Rebuild:
Engine overhaul and rebuilding procedures, transmission rebuilds
Installation:
Component installation procedures, timing belt installation, accessory installation
Technical Depth
Depth:
Comprehensive (covers basic maintenance to advanced diagnostics and complete rebuilds)
Illustrations:
Hundreds of illustrations, exploded views, diagrams, and charts
Specifications:
Detailed specifications on every model covered, including torque specifications, clearances, fluid capacities, and electrical values
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
Format:
PDF (searchable text often available), potentially zipped (.zip, .rar) or .exe wrappers
Print Quality
Quality:
High Quality (printable on any computer and printer, allows zooming of illustrations)
Binding Type
Type:
Digital Download (not a physical hard copy)
Paper Type
Type:
N/A (Digital)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Options:
Typically offered with a range of petrol engines including 1.0L (K10B), 1.2L (K12B), and 1.4L (K14B). Diesel options, like the 1.3L DDiS (derived from Fiat's Multijet), were also common in some markets. (Manual will detail specific variants).
Performance
Horsepower Range:
Approximately 65-95 hp (depending on engine and specific market tuning).
Torque Range:
Approximately 90-125 Nm (depending on engine).
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery:
Multi-point fuel injection (MPI) for petrol engines, Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDI) for diesel engines.
Emission Control:
Catalytic converter, often with Euro 4 or Euro 5 compliance depending on the market and production year.
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Type:
5-speed manual transmission (MT).
Optional
Type:
4-speed automatic transmission (AT) was often available on select engine variants and markets.
Features
Clutch Type:
Dry single-plate clutch for manual transmissions.
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
Approximately 3,600 - 3,700 mm (depending on bumper design).
Width:
Approximately 1,600 - 1,650 mm.
Height:
Approximately 1,500 - 1,550 mm.
Wheelbase:
Approximately 2,360 mm.
Weights
Curb Weight:
Approximately 950 - 1,050 kg (depending on engine and equipment).
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) was often available as an option or standard on higher trims.
Traction Control:
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) or Traction Control System (TCS) may be available on certain higher-spec models or specific markets.
Passive Features
Airbags:
Front airbags for driver and passenger, optional side airbags and curtain airbags depending on trim level and market.
Seatbelts:
Three-point seatbelts with pre-tensioners for front seats, ISOFIX child seat anchors.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Features:
Basic infotainment systems, typically featuring an RDS radio with CD player, MP3 playback, and auxiliary input. Higher trims may have optional climate control and steering wheel audio controls.
Driver Assistance
Features:
Limited driver assistance technologies; ABS and EBD were the primary electronic safety aids. Parking sensors might be a dealer-installed option.
Connectivity
Features:
Auxiliary input jack for connecting external audio devices.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 15,000 km (9,300 miles) or 12 months, whichever comes first. Refer to manual for specific engine oil type.
Air Filter Replacement:
Recommended every 30,000 km (18,600 miles) or as needed based on driving conditions.
Spark Plug Replacement:
Varies by engine type; typically around 60,000 km (37,000 miles) for standard plugs, or up to 100,000 km (62,000 miles) for iridium-type plugs.
Timing Belt Replacement:
Crucial procedure. For petrol engines with timing belts (e.g., K10B, K12B), replacement is typically recommended around 100,000 km (62,000 miles) or 5-6 years. **Refer to manual for specific engine type and interval as failure can cause catastrophic engine damage.** Diesel variants often use timing chains.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type:
Typically API SL or SM, ACEA A3/B3, SAE 0W-20, 5W-30, or 5W-40 depending on engine and climate. **Manual is essential for precise specification.**
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze, typically a long-life coolant (e.g., Suzuki Super Long Life Coolant).
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid.
Transmission Fluid Manual:
API GL-4, SAE 75W-80 or 75W-90 gear oil. Capacity typically around 1.8-2.0 liters.
Transmission Fluid Automatic:
ATF DEXRON III or equivalent. Capacity typically around 3.5-4.0 liters.
Known Issues
Common Concerns:
Potential for clutch wear in city driving, minor electrical gremlins (e.g., interior lights, window regulators), exhaust system corrosion in damp climates, suspension wear over time.
Engine Reliability:
Generally reliable engines, especially the K-series petrol units. Diesel engines (DDiS) are also robust but require proper maintenance, especially regarding oil changes and fuel quality.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Suzuki Automotive:
Suzuki has a long history of producing small, efficient, and reliable vehicles, motorcycles, and marine engines, known for its innovative engineering and value for money.
Model Evolution
Splash Origin:
The Suzuki Splash is a collaborative project with Opel/Vauxhall, based on the platform shared with the Opel Agila. It was designed to be a stylish and practical city car.
Production
Manufacturing Location:
Primarily manufactured at the Magyar Suzuki Corporation plant in Esztergom, Hungary, and potentially other Suzuki or partner facilities depending on the market.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Safety Awards:
Achieved a commendable 4-star Euro NCAP safety rating, indicating good protection for occupants.
Ratings
Fuel Efficiency Accolades:
Often praised for its excellent fuel economy, making it an economical choice for daily commuting and city driving.
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