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2014 Suzuki SX4 S-Cross

THANKS TO

AES York Ltd 01904 780149

autoelectricsyork.co.uk

The compact, SUV-styled SX4 S-Cross from Suzuki is available with front-wheel-drive and also all-wheel-drive. We’re servicing a FWD version, which is powered by a 1586cc petrol engine. Most of the serviceable engine components are accessed from within the engine bay, except for the spin-on oil filter. Underneath, there’s room to inspect the suspension, but there’s limited space to check the brakes. The following steps show a 2014 Suzuki SX4 S-Cross being serviced at AES near York.

EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

jack › axle stands (or ramp) › oil drain bowl › 10-13mm sockets/spanners and 16mm spark plug socket › 3/8in ratchet drive › oil filter wrench/strap › screwdrivers › pry bar › battery tester or multimeter › spray grease › tyre pump/gauge › torch › torque wrench › clean measuring jug › brake pad thickness gauge › Vernier calipers › antifreeze hydrometer › magnetic pick-up tool › feeler gauges

1 REMOVE AIR FILTER HOUSING

It’s easier to inspect and work on the engine with the air filter housing removed, and it needs to be removed if the spark plugs are being

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