Suzuki Swift: Brakes Grinding  → Causes & Diagnosis

  One of the most common problems with the Suzuki Swift (or any vehicle) is when the brakes are grinding.  The number one cause of grinding brakes is going to be brake pads that have worn all of their friction material off.  But, there are other causes as well. Your Suzuki Swift is always going … Read more

Suzuki Swift’s Steering Wheel Shaking: Every Reason Why

If your Suzuki Swift’s steering wheel is shaking, you should deal with it immediately. A shaking steering wheel in the Suzuki Swift is caused by anything from the wheels and tires through the suspension (ball joints, tie rods, etc.) to the braking system.  We’ll start with the easiest things to check and move towards things … Read more

Suzuki Swift: Bad Coil Packs → Symptoms and Diagnosis

  Bad Coil Packs are one of the more problematic ignition issues that can occur with the Suzuki Swift.  A bad oil pack can make your Swift almost un-drivable.  Or it may have little effect at all on the engine’s ability to run.  It’ll get worse as they lose their ability to fire the spark plugs. … Read more

Suzuki Swift Not Starting: Causes + How to Fix

If your Suzuki Swift doesn’t start, you’ve found the right article.  Many different issues can cause the problem.  We cover all the likely ones in an order that makes sense when diagnosing the issue at home. This article is written with the assumption that you are looking for a way to get your Suzuki Swift … Read more

Suzuki Swift Bad Fuel Pump: Symptoms, Causes, + Diagnosis

A bad fuel pump can cause a myriad of problems for your Suzuki Swift, making it essential to be aware of the warning signs that indicate trouble. Your fuel pump is responsible for pushing fuel from your car’s fuel tank to the engine, but when it starts to fail, your engine may suffer run rough, … Read more

Suzuki Swift: Bad Alternator → Symptoms & Diagnosis

A bad alternator can leave your Suzuki Swift without power and unable to move.  Alternators don’t always go bad in the exact same way.  We’ll cover the symptoms of when an alternator goes bad, and how to diagnose a bad one (which is really pretty easy).   How Your Swift’s Alternator Works The alternator’s job … Read more

Suzuki Swift Bad Fuel Filter: Symptoms, Causes, Hot to Fix

A bad fuel filter is one of the worst problems that can happen to your Suzuki Swift.  When the filter fails, it can limit the amount of fuel that enters the engine.   Without proper fuel pressure, your car will not run at all.  With that in mind, most of the symptoms of a bad fuel filter revolve … Read more

Suzuki Swift Bad Oxygen Sensor: Symptoms and Diagnosis + How to Fix

Oxygen sensors play a crucial role in your Suzuki Swift’s emissions system and fuel management. These sensors detect the levels of oxygen present in the exhaust, which is a primary component in maintaining the optimal air-fuel ratio. A damaged or faulty oxygen sensor can have a significant impact on your car’s overall performance, making it … Read more