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== Introduction ==
 
== Introduction ==
  
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* This article contains precise information about required specifications and quantities of consumables used during regular vehicle maintenance, as well as regular maintenance intervals.
 
* This article contains precise information about required specifications and quantities of consumables used during regular vehicle maintenance, as well as regular maintenance intervals.
 
** Please ensure that this information applies to your specific vehicle and country, as variations can occur.
 
** Please ensure that this information applies to your specific vehicle and country, as variations can occur.
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* Because Jimnys have been in production for almost 20 years, and in various revisions and editions, there are several consumables specification tables, depending on a particular vehicle edition.
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* Because Jimnys 3 have been in production for 20 years, and in various revisions and editions, there are several consumables specification tables, depending on a particular vehicle edition.
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* If you want to be certain about the exact fluid specifications for your particular vehicle, the required fluid specifications and quantities are written in the owner's manual.
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* If you want to be absolutely certain about the exact fluid specifications for your particular vehicle, the required fluid specifications and quantities are written in the owner's manual.
  
 
{{note|If you don't have the original owner's manual for your particular vehicle, you can determine the name of the correct manual in the wiki page [[Manuals and Owners Guides|"'''Manuals and Owners Guides'''"]].}}
 
{{note|If you don't have the original owner's manual for your particular vehicle, you can determine the name of the correct manual in the wiki page [[Manuals and Owners Guides|"'''Manuals and Owners Guides'''"]].}}
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== Notes for new owners of second-hand Jimnys ==
 
== Notes for new owners of second-hand Jimnys ==
  
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{{Gen3|}}{{Gen4|}}
 
If you recently bought a second-hand Jimny and you are not confident in its service history, change '''ALL''' fluids and filters, the sooner the better.
 
If you recently bought a second-hand Jimny and you are not confident in its service history, change '''ALL''' fluids and filters, the sooner the better.
 
All fluids and filters stated below should be periodically changed anyway.
 
All fluids and filters stated below should be periodically changed anyway.
  
  
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That means oils in:
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This means oils in:
 
* engine;
 
* engine;
 
* front axle;
 
* front axle;
 
* rear axle;
 
* rear axle;
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* gearbox;
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* gear box;
 
* transfer box;
 
* transfer box;
 
* power steering;
 
* power steering;
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* engine oil filter;
 
* engine oil filter;
 
* engine air intake filter;
 
* engine air intake filter;
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* cabin (pollen, air conditioning) filter;
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* [[Cabin filter change|cabin (pollen, air conditioning) filter]];
 
* fuel filter for DDiS (diesel) Jimnys;
 
* fuel filter for DDiS (diesel) Jimnys;
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It is also advised to change all engine belts (and accompanying tensioners if applicable) and also visually check upon spark plugs in petrol engines.
  
  
 
== General awareness about proper fluid and filter selection ==
 
== General awareness about proper fluid and filter selection ==
  
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* Beware that selecting a '''suitable / properly matching''' fluid and filter (oil, coolant, etc.) is '''vital''' for the longevity of the mechanical systems which use those fluids!
 
* Beware that selecting a '''suitable / properly matching''' fluid and filter (oil, coolant, etc.) is '''vital''' for the longevity of the mechanical systems which use those fluids!
 
** For example, the longevity of the engine, gearbox, etc. is highly dependent on what exact oil type is used.
 
** For example, the longevity of the engine, gearbox, etc. is highly dependent on what exact oil type is used.
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{{note|Read the wiki article [[Fluids and filters - proper selection|"'''Fluids and filters - proper selection'''"]] for full info including recommendations!}}
 
{{note|Read the wiki article [[Fluids and filters - proper selection|"'''Fluids and filters - proper selection'''"]] for full info including recommendations!}}
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{{note|If you are considering using some additives for the engine oil and/or for transmission oils, read the wiki article [[Oil additives (engine, transmission)|"'''Oil additives (engine, transmission)'''"]] first.}}
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== Regular maintenance not mentioned in official recommendations ==
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{{Gen3|}}{{Gen4|}}
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The list below contains regular maintenance which is strongly advised to be practiced from common experience, and which is rarely (if at all) mentioned in the official vehicle documentation:
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# Road tyre rotation.
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#* Good practice is to do it during every engine oil change.
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#* This is actually properly explained in the official documentation, but is often overlooked, so here is another mention.
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# Checking tyre pressures regularly.
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# Underbody anti-rust protection.
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#* First time should be done thoroughly and as soon as possible after the vehicle leaves the factory, then regular checking and touch-up once a year.
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# Regular washing of the underbody, especially during winter.
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#* This should preferably be done a bit further away from home, so that the underbody can dry after the wash during the trip back home.
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# Use the 4WD system from time to time to check if it works and to prevent its parts from sticking or deteriorating due to chronic dormancy.
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# Cleaning or replacement of the [[Cabin filter change|cabin air filter]].
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# Waxing the painted body at least twice a year.
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# Filling up the car battery with distilled water before and after every summer.
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#* Applicable only if the battery has removable cell caps.
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# Using the hand brake at least once a month.
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#* There are people who never use it - this reminder is for them.
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# Cleaning and nourishing the seats at least twice a year.
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#* Applicable only if the seats are made of real or synthetic leather.
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# Putting fuel in before it gets to reserve level in the tank.
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# Driving off road at least once a month.
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# Getting stuck in snow or mud at least once a year.
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# Visiting this forum and wiki at least once a week.
  
  
 
== Fluid specifications and replacement intervals ==
 
== Fluid specifications and replacement intervals ==
  
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{{Gen3|}}{{Gen4|}}
 
=== Important common notes for all the tables ===
 
=== Important common notes for all the tables ===
  
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* All stated quantities and specifications are direct copies from original Suzuki's user manuals.
 
* All stated quantities and specifications are direct copies from original Suzuki's user manuals.
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** Exceptions are stated OEM part numbers for all the filters and belts.
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*** These have been taken from Suzuki's online spare parts catalogue.
  
  
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* Notes for some tables below mention certain Jimny "types" (model revisions).
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* Notes for some tables below mention certain Jimny "types" (production model revisions).
 
* To learn more about those types, and to determine to which type your Jimny belongs, read the wiki article [[Manuals and Owners Guides#Factory types by VINs|"'''Manuals and owner's guides (chapter about types)'''"]].
 
* To learn more about those types, and to determine to which type your Jimny belongs, read the wiki article [[Manuals and Owners Guides#Factory types by VINs|"'''Manuals and owner's guides (chapter about types)'''"]].
  
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==== Other notes ====
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==== Notes on engine air filter ====
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* Calculate miles from kilometers by dividing kilometers by 1.61.
 
  
  
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* For Jimny types 1-4 (1998-2005), Suzuki did not place any specific requirements for the type of engine coolant during their production era, apart that it has to be ethylene-glycol based (98% of engine coolants are).
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==== Notes on cabin air filter ====
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* However, since type 5 Jimnys (produced in 2005) until the end of production in 2018, Suzuki has added a clear warning in the user manuals that only '''silicate-free''' ethylene-glycol coolants should be used both in petrol and in diesel Jimnys.
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* The factory does not specify a regular replacement interval for the cabin air filter.
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** (It is also called "pollen" filter or "air conditioning" filter).
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* That is because a cabin air filter is unimportant for the vehicle.
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** It is a filter for the human respiratory system.
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* As far as the vehicle (and its manufacturer) is/are concerned, you do not need to change a cabin air filter ever.
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** You can even discard it and drive indefinitely without it.
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*** Many Jimnys don't even come with a cabin air filter installed from the factory!
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*** The (lack of) presence of a cabin air filter or its heavy dirtiness does not mechanically negatively affect anything in the vehicle.
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* However, if you value your health and therefore the longevity and quality of your only life, you should change the cabin air filter regularly too.
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** A sensible replacement interval might be every 20 000 km or two years - just guessing.
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*** Choose whichever replacement interval makes you feel responsible to yourself - perhaps on the basis of periodically removing the filter and checking its condition.
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* The wiki article [[Cabin filter change|'''"Cabin filter change"''']] contains all the required information (including part numbers) and a "how to" replacement guide.
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==== Notes on engine coolant ====
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* For Jimny 3 types 1-4 (1998-2005), Suzuki did not place any specific requirements for the type of engine coolant during their production era, apart that it has to be ethylene-glycol based (98% of engine coolants are).
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* However, ever since Jimny 3 type 5 (produced in 2005) until the end of Jimny 3 production in 2018, Suzuki has added a clear warning in the user manuals that only '''silicate-free''' ethylene-glycol coolants should be used both in petrol and in diesel Jimnys 3.
 
* To make the story short, it turned out that the manufacturer learned (through several years of experience) that ''silicated'' engine coolants do long term damage to its engines cooling systems.
 
* To make the story short, it turned out that the manufacturer learned (through several years of experience) that ''silicated'' engine coolants do long term damage to its engines cooling systems.
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** Therefore, the requirement to use a '''non-silicated''' engine coolant should be "retroactively" applied to every Jimny ever produced since 1998 (as is stated in all the tables below).
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** Therefore, the requirement to use a '''non-silicated''' engine coolant should be "retroactively" applied to every Jimny 3 ever produced since 1998 (as is stated in all the tables below).
 
*** Another thing which Suzuki does not mention explicitly, but rather implicitly (by strongly recommending its own genuine engine coolant to eliminate the risks of engine damage) is that the coolant should preferably also be phosphated and 2-EHA free.
 
*** Another thing which Suzuki does not mention explicitly, but rather implicitly (by strongly recommending its own genuine engine coolant to eliminate the risks of engine damage) is that the coolant should preferably also be phosphated and 2-EHA free.
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* All this high-tech babble is more thoroughly elaborated in the wiki article [[Fluids and filters - proper selection|'''"Fluids and filters - proper selection"''']].
  
  
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=== Jimnys with G13BB petrol engine, UK ===
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==== Other notes ====
  
  
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* Calculate miles from kilometers by dividing kilometers by 1.61.
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=== Jimny 3 with G13BB petrol engine, UK ===
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{{Gen3|}}
 
* G13BB engine has 59 kW / 80 HP of power and 1298 cm3 capacity.
 
* G13BB engine has 59 kW / 80 HP of power and 1298 cm3 capacity.
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* All Jimnys used this engine from year 1998 to year 2000/2001/2002 (depending on market), when G13BB engine was superseded with M13A engine.
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* All Jimnys 3 used this engine from year 1998 to year 2000/2001/2002 (depending on market), when G13BB engine was superseded with M13A engine.
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** However, G13BB engine was still used in many "cabrio" / soft top Jimnys even until year 2005/2006.
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** However, G13BB engine was still used in many "cabrio" / soft top Jimnys 3 even until year 2005/2006.
  
  
 
{| class="wikitable" vertical-align:top;
 
{| class="wikitable" vertical-align:top;
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!Type
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!Consumable material
 
!Quantity
 
!Quantity
 
!Specification
 
!Specification
−
!Service interval
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!Replacement interval
 +
|-
 +
|Engine air filter
 +
|1 piece
 +
|Suzuki 13780-81A00<br>Various aftermarket equivalents
 +
|45 000 km or 3 years;<br>In practice: 25 000 - 30 000 km
 +
|-
 +
|Engine oil filter
 +
|1 piece
 +
|Factory recommended:<br>Suzuki 16510-61A20<br><br>Also compatible:<br>Suzuki 16510-61A01<br>Suzuki 16510-61A21<br>Suzuki 16510-61A31<br>Various aftermarket equivalents
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|During every engine oil change
 
|-
 
|-
 
|Engine oil
 
|Engine oil
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|-
 
|-
 
|Engine accessory drive belt(s)
 
|Engine accessory drive belt(s)
−
|1 or 2 pcs.
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|1 or 2 pcs. ('5)
−
|Many aftermarket models
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|Several Suzuki OEM P.N.s ('5)<br>Various aftermarket equivalents
 
|V belt: 30 000 km or 2 years<br>V-rib belt: 90 000 km or 6 years
 
|V belt: 30 000 km or 2 years<br>V-rib belt: 90 000 km or 6 years
 
|-
 
|-
 
|Engine camshaft timing belt
 
|Engine camshaft timing belt
 
|1 piece
 
|1 piece
−
|Many aftermarket models
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|Suzuki 12761-70C00<br>Various aftermarket equivalents
 
|100 000 km
 
|100 000 km
 
|-
 
|-
 
|Petrol fuel filter
 
|Petrol fuel filter
 
|1 piece
 
|1 piece
−
|?
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|Suzuki 15310-81A02<br>Various aftermarket equivalents
 
|210 000 km
 
|210 000 km
 
|}
 
|}
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Notes:
 
Notes:
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* ('1) Official quantity specification for type 1 Jimnys with G13BB engine;
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* ('1) Official quantity specification for type 1 Jimnys 3 with G13BB engine;
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* ('2) Official quantity specification for type 2 Jimnys with G13BB engine;
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* ('2) Official quantity specification for type 2 Jimnys 3 with G13BB engine;
 
* ('3) These are old, deprecated API engine oil classifications.
 
* ('3) These are old, deprecated API engine oil classifications.
 
** They have been superseded for a long time by any newer API S'''X''' classification where "X" is a "later" letter than J (like SL, SM, SN, etc.)
 
** They have been superseded for a long time by any newer API S'''X''' classification where "X" is a "later" letter than J (like SL, SM, SN, etc.)
 
* ('4) Nowhere officially specified - measured in practice.
 
* ('4) Nowhere officially specified - measured in practice.
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* ('5) Can depend if the vehicle has power steering and/or air conditioning or not.
  
  
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=== Jimnys with M13A (non-VVT) petrol engine, UK ===
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=== Jimny 3 with M13A (non-VVT) petrol engine, UK ===
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{{Gen3|}}
 
* M13A engine has 60 kW / 82 HP of power and 1328 cm3 capacity.
 
* M13A engine has 60 kW / 82 HP of power and 1328 cm3 capacity.
 
** Note: Engine capacity is the same as in the newer VVT edition, so be careful not to mix them up!
 
** Note: Engine capacity is the same as in the newer VVT edition, so be careful not to mix them up!
 
* This engine was introduced in year 2000/2001 (depending on market) and it was superseded with improved M13A VVT engine in year 2005/2006 (depending on market).
 
* This engine was introduced in year 2000/2001 (depending on market) and it was superseded with improved M13A VVT engine in year 2005/2006 (depending on market).
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** Most regular ("closed top" / "tin top") petrol Jimnys used this engine in the specified time period, but many "cabrio" / "soft top" Jimnys still used the older G13BB engine.
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** Most regular ("closed top" / "tin top") petrol Jimnys 3 used this engine in the specified time period, but many "cabrio" / "soft top" Jimnys 3 still used the older G13BB engine.
  
  
 
{| class="wikitable" vertical-align:top;
 
{| class="wikitable" vertical-align:top;
−
!Type
+
!Consumable material
 
!Quantity
 
!Quantity
 
!Specification
 
!Specification
 
!Replacement interval
 
!Replacement interval
 +
|-
 +
|Engine air filter
 +
|1 piece
 +
|Suzuki 13780-81A00<br>Various aftermarket equivalents
 +
|45 000 km or 3 years;<br>In practice: 25 000 - 30 000 km
 +
|-
 +
|Engine oil filter
 +
|1 piece
 +
|Factory recommended:<br>Suzuki 16510-61A01<br><br>Also compatible:<br>Suzuki 16510-61A20<br>Suzuki 16510-61A21<br>Suzuki 16510-61A31<br>Various aftermarket equivalents
 +
|During every engine oil change
 
|-
 
|-
 
|Engine oil
 
|Engine oil
 
|4.0 l
 
|4.0 l
−
|API SJ or SL('1)<br><br>Also:<br>SAE 10W-30 (normal climate)<br>or 5W-30 (cold climate)<br>or 10W-40 (hot climate)
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|API SJ or SL ('1)<br><br>Also:<br>SAE 10W-30 (normal climate)<br>or 5W-30 (cold climate)<br>or 10W-40 (hot climate)
 
|15 000 km or 12 months;<br>In practice: 10 000 km or 12 months
 
|15 000 km or 12 months;<br>In practice: 10 000 km or 12 months
 
|-
 
|-
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|-
 
|-
 
|Brake fluid
 
|Brake fluid
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|~0.9 l('2)
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|~0.9 l ('2)
 
|SAE J1703 or DOT-3
 
|SAE J1703 or DOT-3
 
|30 000 km or 2 years
 
|30 000 km or 2 years
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|4 pieces
 
|4 pieces
 
|Denso K20PR-U11<br>NGK BKR6E-11
 
|Denso K20PR-U11<br>NGK BKR6E-11
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|With O2 sensor: 45 000 km<br>Without 02 sensor: 30 000 km
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|With O2 sensor: 45 000 km<br>Without O2 sensor: 30 000 km
 
|-
 
|-
 
|Spark plugs, iridium
 
|Spark plugs, iridium
 
|4 pieces
 
|4 pieces
 
|Denso SK16PR-A11 ('3)<br>NGK IFR5E11 ('4)<br>NGK IFR6E11 ('5)<br>NGK IFR6J11 ('6)
 
|Denso SK16PR-A11 ('3)<br>NGK IFR5E11 ('4)<br>NGK IFR6E11 ('5)<br>NGK IFR6J11 ('6)
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|With O2 sensor: 60 000 km<br>Without 02 sensor: 45 000 km
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|With O2 sensor: 60 000 km<br>Without O2 sensor: 45 000 km
 
|-
 
|-
 
|Engine accessory drive belt(s)
 
|Engine accessory drive belt(s)
−
|1 or 2 pcs.
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|1 or 2 pcs. ('7)
−
|Many aftermarket models
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|Several Suzuki OEM P.N.s ('7)<br>Various aftermarket equivalents
 
|90 000 km or 6 years
 
|90 000 km or 6 years
 
|-
 
|-
 
|Petrol fuel filter
 
|Petrol fuel filter
 
|1 piece
 
|1 piece
−
|?
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|Suzuki 15310-81A02<br>Various aftermarket equivalents
 
|210 000 km
 
|210 000 km
 
|}
 
|}
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* ('2) Nowhere officially specified - measured in practice.
 
* ('2) Nowhere officially specified - measured in practice.
 
* Factory prefers iridium spark plugs, especially if the vehicle is used in colder climates.
 
* Factory prefers iridium spark plugs, especially if the vehicle is used in colder climates.
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* ('3)('4) Recommended only in factory documentation for type 2 Jimnys with M13A engine.
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* ('3)('4) Recommended only in factory documentation for type 2 Jimnys 3 with M13A engine.
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* ('5)('6) Recommended in factory documentation for type 3 and type 4 Jimnys with M13A engine.
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* ('5)('6) Recommended in factory documentation for type 3 and type 4 Jimnys 3 with M13A engine.
 
* All things considered, when choosing iridium spark plugs, it would probably be better to use spark plugs ('5) or ('6) instead of ('3) or ('4)
 
* All things considered, when choosing iridium spark plugs, it would probably be better to use spark plugs ('5) or ('6) instead of ('3) or ('4)
 
** Reason: Newer documentation (with more experience from the manufacturer) for the same engine type.
 
** Reason: Newer documentation (with more experience from the manufacturer) for the same engine type.
 
** To further simplify the choice - use NGK IFR6J11, as that spark plug has been exclusively recommended by Suzuki for M13A engine since year 2006 onwards.
 
** To further simplify the choice - use NGK IFR6J11, as that spark plug has been exclusively recommended by Suzuki for M13A engine since year 2006 onwards.
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* ('7) Can depend if the vehicle has power steering and/or air conditioning or not.
  
  
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=== Jimnys with M13A (VVT) petrol engine, UK ===
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=== Jimny 3 with M13A (VVT) petrol engine, UK ===
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{{Gen3|}}
 
* This engine has 63 kW / 86 HP of power and 1328 cm3 capacity.
 
* This engine has 63 kW / 86 HP of power and 1328 cm3 capacity.
 
** Note: Engine capacity is the same as in the older non-VVT edition, so be careful not to mix them up!
 
** Note: Engine capacity is the same as in the older non-VVT edition, so be careful not to mix them up!
 
** Note: Engine power is the same as in K9K 266 diesel engine - do not be an idiot and mix them up!
 
** Note: Engine power is the same as in K9K 266 diesel engine - do not be an idiot and mix them up!
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* This engine was introduced in year 2005/2006, depending on market, and kept being used unchanged until the last produced Jimny in year 2018.
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* This engine was introduced in year 2005/2006, depending on market, and kept being used unchanged until the last produced Jimny 3 in year 2018.
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** All petrol Jimnys from year 2007 to 2018 used exclusively this engine, as did most of those built in 2006, and a few built in 2005.
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** All petrol Jimnys 3 from year 2007 to 2018 used exclusively this engine, as did most of those built in 2006, and a few built in 2005.
  
  
 
{| class="wikitable" vertical-align:top;
 
{| class="wikitable" vertical-align:top;
−
!Type
+
!Consumable material
 
!Quantity
 
!Quantity
 
!Specification
 
!Specification
 
!Replacement interval
 
!Replacement interval
 +
|-
 +
|Engine air filter
 +
|1 piece
 +
|Suzuki 13780-81A00<br>Various aftermarket equivalents
 +
|45 000 km or 3 years;<br>In practice: 25 000 - 30 000 km
 +
|-
 +
|Engine oil filter
 +
|1 piece
 +
|Factory recommended:<br>Suzuki 16510-61A31<br><br>Also compatible:<br>Suzuki 16510-61A01<br>Suzuki 16510-61A20<br>Suzuki 16510-61A21<br>Various aftermarket equivalents
 +
|During every engine oil change
 
|-
 
|-
 
|Engine oil
 
|Engine oil
 
|4.0 l
 
|4.0 l
−
|API SL or SM ('1)<br><br>Also:<br>SAE 10W-30 (good)<br>or 5W-30 (better)<br>or 0W-20 (best)
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|API SL or SM ('1)<br><br>Also:<br>SAE 10W-30 (good)<br>or 5W-30 (best for off-road driving)<br>or 0W-20 (best for cold climate & fuel eco.)
 
|15 000 km or 12 months;<br>In practice: 10 000 km or 12 months
 
|15 000 km or 12 months;<br>In practice: 10 000 km or 12 months
 
|-
 
|-
 
|Manual gear box oil
 
|Manual gear box oil
 
|1.3 l
 
|1.3 l
−
|API GL-4, SAE 75W-80
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|API GL-4, SAE 75W-90
 
|150 000 km or 10 years;<br>In practice: 50 000 km or 3 years
 
|150 000 km or 10 years;<br>In practice: 50 000 km or 3 years
 
|-
 
|-
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|4 pieces
 
|4 pieces
 
|Denso K20PR-U11<br>NGK BKR6E-11
 
|Denso K20PR-U11<br>NGK BKR6E-11
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|With O2 sensor: 45 000 km<br>Without 02 sensor: 30 000 km ('7)
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|With O2 sensor: 45 000 km<br>Without O2 sensor: 30 000 km ('7)
 
|-
 
|-
 
|Spark plugs, iridium
 
|Spark plugs, iridium
 
|4 pieces
 
|4 pieces
 
|NGK IFR6J11
 
|NGK IFR6J11
−
|With O2 sensor: 60 000 km<br>Without 02 sensor: 45 000 km ('7)
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|With O2 sensor: 60 000 km<br>Without O2 sensor: 45 000 km ('7)
 
|-
 
|-
 
|Engine accessory drive belt(s)
 
|Engine accessory drive belt(s)
−
|1 or 2 pcs.
+
|1 or 2 pcs. ('8)
−
|Many aftermarket models
+
|Several Suzuki OEM P.N.s ('8)<br>Various aftermarket equivalents
 
|90 000 km or 6 years
 
|90 000 km or 6 years
 
|-
 
|-
 
|Petrol fuel filter
 
|Petrol fuel filter
 
|1 piece
 
|1 piece
−
|?
+
|Suzuki 15310-81A02<br>Various aftermarket equivalents
 
|210 000 km
 
|210 000 km
 
|}
 
|}
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** So, if by the time you read this, API SM classification becomes obsolete, just use any newer API S'''X''' classification, where '''X''' is a "later" letter.
 
** So, if by the time you read this, API SM classification becomes obsolete, just use any newer API S'''X''' classification, where '''X''' is a "later" letter.
 
** The current API petrol engine oil classification as of 2018 is SN. In future it could be SO, SP, etc.
 
** The current API petrol engine oil classification as of 2018 is SN. In future it could be SO, SP, etc.
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* ('2) Official capacity specification for type 6 and type 7 Jimnys with M13A VVT engine.
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* ('2) Official capacity specification for type 6 and type 7 Jimnys 3 with M13A VVT engine.
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* ('3) Official capacity specification for type 8 and type 9 Jimnys with M13A VVT engine.
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* ('3) Official capacity specification for type 8 and type 9 Jimnys 3 with M13A VVT engine.
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* ('4) Official capacity specification only for type 6 Jimnys with M13A VVT engine.
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* ('4) Official capacity specification only for type 6 Jimnys 3 with M13A VVT engine.
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* ('5) Official capacity specification for type 7 and newer Jimnys with M13A VVT engine.
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* ('5) Official capacity specification for type 7 and newer Jimnys 3 with M13A VVT engine.
 
* ('6) Nowhere officially specified - measured in practice.
 
* ('6) Nowhere officially specified - measured in practice.
 
* Factory prefers iridium spark plugs, especially if the vehicle is used in colder climates.
 
* Factory prefers iridium spark plugs, especially if the vehicle is used in colder climates.
−
* ('7) As far as it is known, all Jimnys with M13A VVT engine have been sold '''with''' an O2 sensor (at least in European Union).
+
* ('7) As far as it is known, all Jimnys 3 with M13A VVT engine have been sold '''with''' an O2 sensor (at least in European Union).
−
** However, there might be some Jimnys with M13A VVT engine and without an O2 sensor in other world markets.
+
** However, there might be some Jimnys 3 with M13A VVT engine and without an O2 sensor in other world markets.
−
 
+
* ('8) Can depend if the vehicle has power steering and/or air conditioning or not.
  
−
=== DDiS Jimnys with K9K 700 diesel engine, continental Europe ===
 
  
 +
=== DDiS Jimny 3 with K9K 700 diesel engine, continental Europe ===
  
 +
{{Gen3|}}
 
* This engine has 48 kW / 63 HP of power and 1461 cm3 capacity.
 
* This engine has 48 kW / 63 HP of power and 1461 cm3 capacity.
 
** Note: Capacity is the same as in the newer K9K 266 engine, so be careful not to mix them up!
 
** Note: Capacity is the same as in the newer K9K 266 engine, so be careful not to mix them up!
 
* This engine was introduced in year 2003 and was superseded with K9K 266 engine in late 2005/2006.
 
* This engine was introduced in year 2003 and was superseded with K9K 266 engine in late 2005/2006.
−
** All diesel Jimnys from year 2003 to year 2004 used exclusively this engine, as did most of those built in 2005, while only a few built/sold in 2006 used it.
+
** All diesel Jimnys 3 from year 2003 to year 2004 used exclusively this engine, as did most of those built in 2005, while only a few built/sold in 2006 used it.
  
  
 
{| class="wikitable" vertical-align:top;
 
{| class="wikitable" vertical-align:top;
−
!Type
+
!Consumable material
 
!Quantity
 
!Quantity
 
!Specification
 
!Specification
 
!Replacement interval
 
!Replacement interval
 
|-
 
|-
−
|Engine Oil
+
|Engine air filter
 +
|1 piece
 +
|Suzuki 13780-84A00<br>Various aftermarket equivalents
 +
|45 000 km or 3 years;<br>In practice: 25 000 - 30 000 km
 +
|-
 +
|Engine oil filter
 +
|1 piece
 +
|Suzuki 16510-84A11<br>Various aftermarket equivalents
 +
|During every engine oil change
 +
|-
 +
|Engine oil
 
|4.0 l
 
|4.0 l
−
|ACEA B3 or B4<br><br>Also:<br>SAE 10W-40 (good)<br>or 5W-40 (better)<br>or 0W-40 (best)
+
|ACEA B3 or B4 ('1)<br><br>Also:<br>SAE 10W-40 (good)<br>or 5W-40 (better)<br>or 0W-40 (best)
 
|15 000 km or 12 months;<br>In practice: 8000 km or 12 months
 
|15 000 km or 12 months;<br>In practice: 8000 km or 12 months
 
|-
 
|-
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|-
 
|-
 
|Transfer gear box oil
 
|Transfer gear box oil
−
|1.2 l ('1)<br>1.13 l ('2)
+
|1.2 l ('2)<br>1.13 l ('3)
 
|API GL-4, SAE 75W-90
 
|API GL-4, SAE 75W-90
 
|Never;<br>In practice: 50 000 km or 3-5 years
 
|Never;<br>In practice: 50 000 km or 3-5 years
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|-
 
|-
 
|Brake fluid
 
|Brake fluid
−
|~0.9 l ('3)
+
|~0.9 l ('4)
 
|SAE J1703 or DOT-3
 
|SAE J1703 or DOT-3
 
|30 000 km or 2 years
 
|30 000 km or 2 years
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|Engine accessory drive belt(s)
 
|Engine accessory drive belt(s)
 
|1 piece
 
|1 piece
−
|Many aftermarket models
+
|Suzuki 49180-84A80<br>Various aftermarket equivalents
 
|75 000 km or 5 years
 
|75 000 km or 5 years
 
|-
 
|-
 
|Engine camshaft timing belt and tensioner
 
|Engine camshaft timing belt and tensioner
−
|1 piece
+
|1 set ('5)
−
|Many aftermarket models
+
|Suzuki 12760-84A00<br>Various aftermarket equivalents
 
|75 000 km or 5 years
 
|75 000 km or 5 years
 
|-
 
|-
 
|Diesel fuel filter
 
|Diesel fuel filter
 
|1 piece
 
|1 piece
−
|Many aftermarket models
+
|Suzuki 15410-84A00<br>Various aftermarket equivalents
−
|45 000 km or 3 years;<br>In practice: 30 000 km or 2 years ('4)
+
|45 000 km or 3 years;<br>In practice: 30 000 km or 2 years ('6)
 
|}
 
|}
  
  
 
Notes:
 
Notes:
−
* Air filter, oil filter and fuel filter for diesel Jimnys are different than for petrol Jimnys.
+
* The user manual for DDiS Jimnys 3 strongly warns '''against using''' engine oils with "X"W-'''30''' viscosity, as engine damage is promised in that case.
−
* The user manual for DDiS Jimnys strongly warns '''against using''' engine oils with "X"W-'''30''' viscosity, as engine damage is promised in that case.
+
* ('1) If you can not find ACEA B3 or B4 engine oil, imperfect alternative is ACEA C3.
−
* ('1) Official specification for DDiS K9K-700 engined Jimnys with lever operated transfer box.
+
** ACEA C3 engine oils ''might not'' provide adequate engine wear protection if top quality (very low sulphur) diesel fuel is not used.
−
* ('2) Official specification for DDiS K9K-700 engined Jimnys with bush button operated transfer box.
+
* ('2) Official specification for DDiS K9K-700 engined Jimnys 3 with lever operated transfer box.
−
* ('3) Nowhere officially specified - measured in practice.
+
* ('3) Official specification for DDiS K9K-700 engined Jimnys 3 with bush button operated transfer box.
−
* ('4) If the diesel fuel filter has a water drain valve, drain the water from it during every engine oil change.
+
* ('4) Nowhere officially specified - measured in practice.
 +
* ('5) Shouldn't the engine coolant pump also be replaced every time as a part of this set / procedure?
 +
** User manual does not mention any replacement interval for the engine coolant pump, but most aftermarket manufacturers offer this spare part set as "coolant pump + timing belt + tensioner".
 +
* ('6) If the diesel fuel filter has a water drain valve, drain the water from it during every engine oil change.
  
  
−
=== DDiS Jimnys with K9K 266 diesel engine, continental Europe ===
+
=== DDiS Jimny 3 with K9K 266 diesel engine, continental Europe ===
−
 
 
  
 +
{{Gen3|}}
 
* This engine has 63 kW / 86 HP of power and 1461 cm3 capacity.
 
* This engine has 63 kW / 86 HP of power and 1461 cm3 capacity.
 
** Note: Capacity is the same as in the older K9K 700 engine, so be careful not to mix them up!
 
** Note: Capacity is the same as in the older K9K 700 engine, so be careful not to mix them up!
 
** Note: Engine power is the same as in the M13A VVT petrol engine - do not be an idiot and mix them up!
 
** Note: Engine power is the same as in the M13A VVT petrol engine - do not be an idiot and mix them up!
−
* This engine was introduced in year 2005/2006 and was used unchanged until the last produced diesel Jimny in year 2010.
+
* This engine was introduced in year 2005/2006 and was used unchanged until the last produced diesel Jimny 3 in year 2010.
−
** All diesel Jimnys from year 2007 to 2010 (or early 2011) used exclusively this engine, as did most of those built in 2006, and a few built in late 2005.
+
** All diesel Jimnys 3 from year 2007 to 2010 (or early 2011) used exclusively this engine, as did most of those built in 2006, and a few built in late 2005.
  
  
 
{| class="wikitable" vertical-align:top;
 
{| class="wikitable" vertical-align:top;
−
!Type
+
!Consumable material
 
!Quantity
 
!Quantity
 
!Specification
 
!Specification
 
!Replacement interval
 
!Replacement interval
 
|-
 
|-
−
|Engine Oil
+
|Engine air filter
 +
|1 piece
 +
|Suzuki 13780-84A00<br>Various aftermarket equivalents
 +
|45 000 km or 3 years;<br>In practice: 25 000 - 30 000 km
 +
|-
 +
|Engine oil filter
 +
|1 piece
 +
|Suzuki 16510-84A11<br>Various aftermarket equivalents
 +
|During every engine oil change
 +
|-
 +
|Engine oil
 
|4.9 l
 
|4.9 l
−
|ACEA B3 or B4<br><br>Also:<br>SAE 10W-40 (good)<br>or 5W-40 (better)<br>or 0W-40 (best)
+
|ACEA B3 or B4 ('1)<br><br>Also:<br>SAE 10W-40 (good)<br>or 5W-40 (better)<br>or 0W-40 (best)
 
|15 000 km or 12 months;<br>In practice: 8000 km or 12 months
 
|15 000 km or 12 months;<br>In practice: 8000 km or 12 months
 
|-
 
|-
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|-
 
|-
 
|Brake fluid
 
|Brake fluid
−
|~0.9 l ('1)
+
|~0.9 l ('2)
 
|SAE J1703 or DOT-3
 
|SAE J1703 or DOT-3
 
|30 000 km or 2 years
 
|30 000 km or 2 years
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|Engine accessory drive belt(s)
 
|Engine accessory drive belt(s)
 
|1 piece
 
|1 piece
−
|Many aftermarket models
+
|Suzuki ?????-?????<br>Various aftermarket equivalents
 
|75 000 km or 5 years
 
|75 000 km or 5 years
 
|-
 
|-
 
|Engine camshaft timing belt and tensioner
 
|Engine camshaft timing belt and tensioner
−
|1 piece
+
|1 set ('3)
−
|Many aftermarket models
+
|Suzuki 12760-84A50<br>Various aftermarket equivalents
 
|75 000 km or 5 years
 
|75 000 km or 5 years
 
|-
 
|-
 
|Diesel fuel filter
 
|Diesel fuel filter
 
|1 piece
 
|1 piece
−
|Many aftermarket models
+
|Suzuki 15410-84A51<br>Various aftermarket equivalents
−
|45 000 km or 3 years;<br>In practice: 30 000 km or 2 years ('2)
+
|45 000 km or 3 years;<br>In practice: 30 000 km or 2 years ('4)
 
|}
 
|}
  
  
 
Notes:
 
Notes:
−
* Air filter, oil filter and fuel filter for diesel Jimnys are different than for petrol Jimnys.
+
* The user manual for DDiS Jimnys 3 strongly warns '''against using''' engine oils with "X"W-'''30''' viscosity, as engine damage is promised in that case.
−
* The user manual for DDiS Jimnys strongly warns '''against using''' engine oils with "X"W-'''30''' viscosity, as engine damage is promised in that case.
+
* ('1) If you can not find ACEA B3 or B4 engine oil, imperfect alternative is ACEA C3.
−
* ('1) Nowhere officially specified - measured in practice.
+
** ACEA C3 engine oils ''might not'' provide adequate engine wear protection if top quality (very low sulphur) diesel fuel is not used.
−
* ('2) If the diesel fuel filter has a water drain valve, drain the water from it during every engine oil change.
+
* ('2) Nowhere officially specified - measured in practice.
 +
* ('3) Shouldn't the engine coolant pump also be replaced every time as a part of this set / procedure?
 +
** User manual does not mention any replacement interval for the engine coolant pump, but most aftermarket manufacturers offer this spare part set as "coolant pump + timing belt + tensioner".
 +
* ('4) If the diesel fuel filter has a water drain valve, drain the water from it during every engine oil change.
 +
 
 +
 
 +
=== Jimny 4 with K15B petrol engine, UK ===
 +
 
 +
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 +
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Introduction

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  • This article contains precise information about required specifications and quantities of consumables used during regular vehicle maintenance, as well as regular maintenance intervals.
    • Please ensure that this information applies to your specific vehicle and country, as variations can occur.

Warning Icon.pngNo guarantee is given for the accuracy of any data presented in this article!


Note Icon.pngBefore you drain any fluid, first check if the filler plug, screw or cap for that fluid can be completely removed.
Sometimes it can't be unscrewed due to age or curse!
You do not want to end up stranded with a drained system which you can not refill!



  • Because Jimnys 3 have been in production for 20 years, and in various revisions and editions, there are several consumables specification tables, depending on a particular vehicle edition.
  • If you want to be absolutely certain about the exact fluid specifications for your particular vehicle, the required fluid specifications and quantities are written in the owner's manual.

Note Icon.pngIf you don't have the original owner's manual for your particular vehicle, you can determine the name of the correct manual in the wiki page "Manuals and Owners Guides".



Notes for new owners of second-hand Jimnys

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If you recently bought a second-hand Jimny and you are not confident in its service history, change ALL fluids and filters, the sooner the better. All fluids and filters stated below should be periodically changed anyway.


This means oils in:

  • engine;
  • front axle;
  • rear axle;
  • gear box;
  • transfer box;
  • power steering;
  • brakes;
  • air conditioning compressor oil and coolant (if AC is fitted);
  • don't forget the engine coolant as well.


Filters are:


It is also advised to change all engine belts (and accompanying tensioners if applicable) and also visually check upon spark plugs in petrol engines.


General awareness about proper fluid and filter selection

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  • Beware that selecting a suitable / properly matching fluid and filter (oil, coolant, etc.) is vital for the longevity of the mechanical systems which use those fluids!
    • For example, the longevity of the engine, gearbox, etc. is highly dependent on what exact oil type is used.
  • Using a high quality fluid from a good manufacturer is one thing, but equally as important is using a properly matching type of fluid.
    • However, selecting a properly matching fluid type can be a rather tricky endeavor, as there can be significant differences among seemingly unimportant specification details.

Note Icon.pngRead the wiki article "Fluids and filters - proper selection" for full info including recommendations!


Note Icon.pngIf you are considering using some additives for the engine oil and/or for transmission oils, read the wiki article "Oil additives (engine, transmission)" first.



Regular maintenance not mentioned in official recommendations

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The list below contains regular maintenance which is strongly advised to be practiced from common experience, and which is rarely (if at all) mentioned in the official vehicle documentation:

  1. Road tyre rotation.
    • Good practice is to do it during every engine oil change.
    • This is actually properly explained in the official documentation, but is often overlooked, so here is another mention.
  2. Checking tyre pressures regularly.
  3. Underbody anti-rust protection.
    • First time should be done thoroughly and as soon as possible after the vehicle leaves the factory, then regular checking and touch-up once a year.
  4. Regular washing of the underbody, especially during winter.
    • This should preferably be done a bit further away from home, so that the underbody can dry after the wash during the trip back home.
  5. Use the 4WD system from time to time to check if it works and to prevent its parts from sticking or deteriorating due to chronic dormancy.
  6. Cleaning or replacement of the cabin air filter.
  7. Waxing the painted body at least twice a year.
  8. Filling up the car battery with distilled water before and after every summer.
    • Applicable only if the battery has removable cell caps.
  9. Using the hand brake at least once a month.
    • There are people who never use it - this reminder is for them.
  10. Cleaning and nourishing the seats at least twice a year.
    • Applicable only if the seats are made of real or synthetic leather.
  11. Putting fuel in before it gets to reserve level in the tank.
  12. Driving off road at least once a month.
  13. Getting stuck in snow or mud at least once a year.
  14. Visiting this forum and wiki at least once a week.


Fluid specifications and replacement intervals

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Important common notes for all the tables

Notes about tables' content

  • All stated quantities and specifications are direct copies from original Suzuki's user manuals.
    • Exceptions are stated OEM part numbers for all the filters and belts.
      • These have been taken from Suzuki's online spare parts catalogue.


  • All replacement intervals are direct copies from original Suzuki's user manuals for normal driving conditions.
  • In some cases, this data has been supplemented with advised "practical" intervals from the "community / street experience" (in normal driving conditions).
    • In such cases, it is generally recommended to adhere to advised "practical" intervals instead to official factory intervals.



Notes about severe driving conditions

  • Replacement intervals for many parts and fluids are significantly shorter if the vehicle regularly endures one or more driving conditions which are classified as "severe".
  • In that case, you should consult your original Suzuki user manual (chapter 8 - "Inspection and maintenance"), which contains detailed info about shortened replacement intervals in severe driving conditions.
  • Many aspects of all-terrain driving fall under one or more classifications of "severe driving conditions"!


There are several driving conditions which user manuals classify as "severe conditions":

  1. Repeated short trips;
  2. Driving on rough and/or muddy roads;
  3. Driving on dusty roads;
  4. Driving in extremely cold weather and/or salty roads;
  5. Repeated short trips in extremely cold weather;
  6. Leaded petrol fuel use;
  7. Low quality diesel fuel use;
  8. Towing a trailer (or otherwise working under heavy load);
  9. Also, driving like an ignorant idiot.


  • Not each type of condition is applicable to every fluid's or part's shortened replacement interval.
  • Read your factory user manual for full info!


The replacement intervals of these parts and fluids are negatively affected by one or more severe driving conditions:

  • Engine air filter;
  • Engine oil and oil filter;
  • Manual gear box oil;
  • Automatic gear box oil;
  • Transfer gear box oil;
  • Differential oil (front);
  • Differential oil (rear);
  • Engine accessory drive belt(s);
  • Engine camshaft timing belt (and tensioner);
  • Spark plugs (nickel);
  • Spark plugs (iridium);
  • Diesel fuel filter;


It might be shorter to list parts and fluids whose replacement intervals are not affected by any of the severe driving conditions:

  • Engine coolant;
  • Power steering fluid;
  • Brake fluid;
  • Petrol fuel filter;


Notes on engine air filter

  • Engine air filter should officially be changed on every 3rd engine oil replacement (and air-blown during the intermediate ones).
  • However, driving in dusty or smoggy conditions can severely shorten air filter's service life.
    • Therefore, change the air filter more often (at least every 2nd engine oil change), by evaluating its condition.
      • A dirty air filter causes lower engine power, higher fuel consumption and long term engine damage.


Notes on cabin air filter

  • The factory does not specify a regular replacement interval for the cabin air filter.
    • (It is also called "pollen" filter or "air conditioning" filter).
  • That is because a cabin air filter is unimportant for the vehicle.
    • It is a filter for the human respiratory system.
  • As far as the vehicle (and its manufacturer) is/are concerned, you do not need to change a cabin air filter ever.
    • You can even discard it and drive indefinitely without it.
      • Many Jimnys don't even come with a cabin air filter installed from the factory!
      • The (lack of) presence of a cabin air filter or its heavy dirtiness does not mechanically negatively affect anything in the vehicle.
  • However, if you value your health and therefore the longevity and quality of your only life, you should change the cabin air filter regularly too.
    • A sensible replacement interval might be every 20 000 km or two years - just guessing.
      • Choose whichever replacement interval makes you feel responsible to yourself - perhaps on the basis of periodically removing the filter and checking its condition.
  • The wiki article "Cabin filter change" contains all the required information (including part numbers) and a "how to" replacement guide.


Notes on engine coolant

  • For Jimny 3 types 1-4 (1998-2005), Suzuki did not place any specific requirements for the type of engine coolant during their production era, apart that it has to be ethylene-glycol based (98% of engine coolants are).
  • However, ever since Jimny 3 type 5 (produced in 2005) until the end of Jimny 3 production in 2018, Suzuki has added a clear warning in the user manuals that only silicate-free ethylene-glycol coolants should be used both in petrol and in diesel Jimnys 3.
  • To make the story short, it turned out that the manufacturer learned (through several years of experience) that silicated engine coolants do long term damage to its engines cooling systems.
    • Therefore, the requirement to use a non-silicated engine coolant should be "retroactively" applied to every Jimny 3 ever produced since 1998 (as is stated in all the tables below).
      • Another thing which Suzuki does not mention explicitly, but rather implicitly (by strongly recommending its own genuine engine coolant to eliminate the risks of engine damage) is that the coolant should preferably also be phosphated and 2-EHA free.
  • All this high-tech babble is more thoroughly elaborated in the wiki article "Fluids and filters - proper selection".


Other notes

  • Calculate miles from kilometers by dividing kilometers by 1.61.


Jimny 3 with G13BB petrol engine, UK

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  • G13BB engine has 59 kW / 80 HP of power and 1298 cm3 capacity.
  • All Jimnys 3 used this engine from year 1998 to year 2000/2001/2002 (depending on market), when G13BB engine was superseded with M13A engine.
    • However, G13BB engine was still used in many "cabrio" / soft top Jimnys 3 even until year 2005/2006.


Consumable material Quantity Specification Replacement interval
Engine air filter 1 piece Suzuki 13780-81A00
Various aftermarket equivalents 		45 000 km or 3 years;
In practice: 25 000 - 30 000 km
Engine oil filter 1 piece Factory recommended:
Suzuki 16510-61A20

Also compatible:
Suzuki 16510-61A01
Suzuki 16510-61A21
Suzuki 16510-61A31
Various aftermarket equivalents 		During every engine oil change
Engine oil 3.7 l ('1)
4.2 l ('2) 		API SH or SJ ('3)

Also:
SAE 10W-30 (normal climate)
or 5W-30 (cold climate)
or 10W-40 (hot climate) 		15 000 km or 12 months;
In practice: 10 000 km or 12 months
Manual gear box oil 1.1 l API GL-4, SAE 75W-90 45 000 km or 3 years
Automatic gear box oil 1.0 l Dexron IIE or Dexron III 160 000 km;
In practice: 50 000 km or 3-4 years
Transfer gear box oil 0.7 l API GL-4, SAE 75W-90 Never;
In practice: 50 000 km or 3-5 years
Differential oil (front) 1.1 l API GL-5, SAE 80W-90, hypoid Never;
In practice: 50 000 km or 3-5 years
Differential oil (rear) 1.3 l API GL-5, SAE 80W-90, hypoid Never;
In practice: 50 000 km or 3-5 years
Engine coolant 4.5 l Ethylene glycol,
also strictly silicate-free,
also preferably 2-EHA free,
also preferably phosphated 		45 000 km or 3 years
Power steering fluid ? l Dexron IIE or Dexron III Not mentioned / defined
Brake fluid ~0.9 l ('4) SAE J1703 or DOT-3 30 000 km or 2 years
Spark plugs, nickel 4 pieces Denso K20PR-U
NGK BKR6E 		With O2 sensor: 45 000 km
Without O2 sensor: 30 000 km
Engine accessory drive belt(s) 1 or 2 pcs. ('5) Several Suzuki OEM P.N.s ('5)
Various aftermarket equivalents 		V belt: 30 000 km or 2 years
V-rib belt: 90 000 km or 6 years
Engine camshaft timing belt 1 piece Suzuki 12761-70C00
Various aftermarket equivalents 		100 000 km
Petrol fuel filter 1 piece Suzuki 15310-81A02
Various aftermarket equivalents 		210 000 km


Notes:

  • ('1) Official quantity specification for type 1 Jimnys 3 with G13BB engine;
  • ('2) Official quantity specification for type 2 Jimnys 3 with G13BB engine;
  • ('3) These are old, deprecated API engine oil classifications.
    • They have been superseded for a long time by any newer API SX classification where "X" is a "later" letter than J (like SL, SM, SN, etc.)
  • ('4) Nowhere officially specified - measured in practice.
  • ('5) Can depend if the vehicle has power steering and/or air conditioning or not.


Jimny 3 with M13A (non-VVT) petrol engine, UK

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  • M13A engine has 60 kW / 82 HP of power and 1328 cm3 capacity.
    • Note: Engine capacity is the same as in the newer VVT edition, so be careful not to mix them up!
  • This engine was introduced in year 2000/2001 (depending on market) and it was superseded with improved M13A VVT engine in year 2005/2006 (depending on market).
    • Most regular ("closed top" / "tin top") petrol Jimnys 3 used this engine in the specified time period, but many "cabrio" / "soft top" Jimnys 3 still used the older G13BB engine.


Consumable material Quantity Specification Replacement interval
Engine air filter 1 piece Suzuki 13780-81A00
Various aftermarket equivalents 		45 000 km or 3 years;
In practice: 25 000 - 30 000 km
Engine oil filter 1 piece Factory recommended:
Suzuki 16510-61A01

Also compatible:
Suzuki 16510-61A20
Suzuki 16510-61A21
Suzuki 16510-61A31
Various aftermarket equivalents 		During every engine oil change
Engine oil 4.0 l API SJ or SL ('1)

Also:
SAE 10W-30 (normal climate)
or 5W-30 (cold climate)
or 10W-40 (hot climate) 		15 000 km or 12 months;
In practice: 10 000 km or 12 months
Manual gear box oil 1.1 l API GL-4, SAE 75W-90 45 000 km or 3 years
Automatic gear box oil 1.0 l Dexron IIE or Dexron III 165 000 km;
In practice: 75 000 km or 4-5 years
Transfer gear box oil 0.8 l API GL-4, SAE 75W-90 Never;
In practice: 50 000 km or 3-5 years
Differential oil (front) 1.1 l API GL-5, SAE 80W-90, hypoid Never;
In practice: 50 000 km or 3-5 years
Differential oil (rear) 1.3 l API GL-5, SAE 80W-90, hypoid Never;
In practice: 50 000 km or 3-5 years
Engine coolant 5.2 l Ethylene glycol,
also strictly silicate-free,
also preferably 2-EHA free,
also preferably phosphated 		45 000 km or 3 years
Power steering fluid ? l Dexron IIE or Dexron III Not mentioned / defined
Brake fluid ~0.9 l ('2) SAE J1703 or DOT-3 30 000 km or 2 years
Spark plugs, nickel 4 pieces Denso K20PR-U11
NGK BKR6E-11 		With O2 sensor: 45 000 km
Without O2 sensor: 30 000 km
Spark plugs, iridium 4 pieces Denso SK16PR-A11 ('3)
NGK IFR5E11 ('4)
NGK IFR6E11 ('5)
NGK IFR6J11 ('6) 		With O2 sensor: 60 000 km
Without O2 sensor: 45 000 km
Engine accessory drive belt(s) 1 or 2 pcs. ('7) Several Suzuki OEM P.N.s ('7)
Various aftermarket equivalents 		90 000 km or 6 years
Petrol fuel filter 1 piece Suzuki 15310-81A02
Various aftermarket equivalents 		210 000 km


Notes:

  • ('1) These are old, deprecated API engine oil classifications.
    • They have been superseded for a long time by any newer API SX classification where "X" is a "later" letter than L (like SM, SN, etc.)
  • ('2) Nowhere officially specified - measured in practice.
  • Factory prefers iridium spark plugs, especially if the vehicle is used in colder climates.
  • ('3)('4) Recommended only in factory documentation for type 2 Jimnys 3 with M13A engine.
  • ('5)('6) Recommended in factory documentation for type 3 and type 4 Jimnys 3 with M13A engine.
  • All things considered, when choosing iridium spark plugs, it would probably be better to use spark plugs ('5) or ('6) instead of ('3) or ('4)
    • Reason: Newer documentation (with more experience from the manufacturer) for the same engine type.
    • To further simplify the choice - use NGK IFR6J11, as that spark plug has been exclusively recommended by Suzuki for M13A engine since year 2006 onwards.
  • ('7) Can depend if the vehicle has power steering and/or air conditioning or not.


Jimny 3 with M13A (VVT) petrol engine, UK

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  • This engine has 63 kW / 86 HP of power and 1328 cm3 capacity.
    • Note: Engine capacity is the same as in the older non-VVT edition, so be careful not to mix them up!
    • Note: Engine power is the same as in K9K 266 diesel engine - do not be an idiot and mix them up!
  • This engine was introduced in year 2005/2006, depending on market, and kept being used unchanged until the last produced Jimny 3 in year 2018.
    • All petrol Jimnys 3 from year 2007 to 2018 used exclusively this engine, as did most of those built in 2006, and a few built in 2005.


Consumable material Quantity Specification Replacement interval
Engine air filter 1 piece Suzuki 13780-81A00
Various aftermarket equivalents 		45 000 km or 3 years;
In practice: 25 000 - 30 000 km
Engine oil filter 1 piece Factory recommended:
Suzuki 16510-61A31

Also compatible:
Suzuki 16510-61A01
Suzuki 16510-61A20
Suzuki 16510-61A21
Various aftermarket equivalents 		During every engine oil change
Engine oil 4.0 l API SL or SM ('1)

Also:
SAE 10W-30 (good)
or 5W-30 (best for off-road driving)
or 0W-20 (best for cold climate & fuel eco.) 		15 000 km or 12 months;
In practice: 10 000 km or 12 months
Manual gear box oil 1.3 l API GL-4, SAE 75W-90 150 000 km or 10 years;
In practice: 50 000 km or 3 years
Automatic gear box oil 3.7 l ('2)
5.7 l ('3) 		Suzuki ATF3317
or Mobil ATF3309
or Dexron III 		165 000 km;
In practice: 75 000 km or 4-5 years
Transfer gear box oil 1.13 l API GL-4, SAE 75W-90 Never;
In practice: 50 000 km or 3-5 years
Differential oil (front) 1.65 l API GL-5, SAE 80W-90, hypoid Never;
In practice: 50 000 km or 3-5 years
Differential oil (rear) 1.35 l API GL-5, SAE 80W-90, hypoid Never;
In practice: 50 000 km or 3-5 years
Engine coolant 5.2 l ('4)
5.9 l ('5) 		Ethylene glycol,
also strictly silicate-free,
also preferably 2-EHA free,
also preferably phosphated 		For non-phosphated non-HOAT coolants: 45 000 km or 3 years
For phosphated HOAT coolants: 75 000 km or 4 years
Power steering fluid ? l Dexron IIE or Dexron III Not mentioned / defined
Brake fluid ~0.9 l ('6) SAE J1703 or DOT-3 30 000 km or 2 years
Spark plugs, nickel 4 pieces Denso K20PR-U11
NGK BKR6E-11 		With O2 sensor: 45 000 km
Without O2 sensor: 30 000 km ('7)
Spark plugs, iridium 4 pieces NGK IFR6J11 With O2 sensor: 60 000 km
Without O2 sensor: 45 000 km ('7)
Engine accessory drive belt(s) 1 or 2 pcs. ('8) Several Suzuki OEM P.N.s ('8)
Various aftermarket equivalents 		90 000 km or 6 years
Petrol fuel filter 1 piece Suzuki 15310-81A02
Various aftermarket equivalents 		210 000 km


Notes:

  • ('1) These API engine oil classifications might become obsolete, but newer API engine oil classifications are backwards compatible.
    • So, if by the time you read this, API SM classification becomes obsolete, just use any newer API SX classification, where X is a "later" letter.
    • The current API petrol engine oil classification as of 2018 is SN. In future it could be SO, SP, etc.
  • ('2) Official capacity specification for type 6 and type 7 Jimnys 3 with M13A VVT engine.
  • ('3) Official capacity specification for type 8 and type 9 Jimnys 3 with M13A VVT engine.
  • ('4) Official capacity specification only for type 6 Jimnys 3 with M13A VVT engine.
  • ('5) Official capacity specification for type 7 and newer Jimnys 3 with M13A VVT engine.
  • ('6) Nowhere officially specified - measured in practice.
  • Factory prefers iridium spark plugs, especially if the vehicle is used in colder climates.
  • ('7) As far as it is known, all Jimnys 3 with M13A VVT engine have been sold with an O2 sensor (at least in European Union).
    • However, there might be some Jimnys 3 with M13A VVT engine and without an O2 sensor in other world markets.
  • ('8) Can depend if the vehicle has power steering and/or air conditioning or not.


DDiS Jimny 3 with K9K 700 diesel engine, continental Europe

Gen3-100x100.jpg


  • This engine has 48 kW / 63 HP of power and 1461 cm3 capacity.
    • Note: Capacity is the same as in the newer K9K 266 engine, so be careful not to mix them up!
  • This engine was introduced in year 2003 and was superseded with K9K 266 engine in late 2005/2006.
    • All diesel Jimnys 3 from year 2003 to year 2004 used exclusively this engine, as did most of those built in 2005, while only a few built/sold in 2006 used it.


Consumable material Quantity Specification Replacement interval
Engine air filter 1 piece Suzuki 13780-84A00
Various aftermarket equivalents 		45 000 km or 3 years;
In practice: 25 000 - 30 000 km
Engine oil filter 1 piece Suzuki 16510-84A11
Various aftermarket equivalents 		During every engine oil change
Engine oil 4.0 l ACEA B3 or B4 ('1)

Also:
SAE 10W-40 (good)
or 5W-40 (better)
or 0W-40 (best) 		15 000 km or 12 months;
In practice: 8000 km or 12 months
Manual gear box oil 1.9 l API GL-4, SAE 75W-90 45 000 km or 3 years
Transfer gear box oil 1.2 l ('2)
1.13 l ('3) 		API GL-4, SAE 75W-90 Never;
In practice: 50 000 km or 3-5 years
Differential oil (front) 1.65 l API GL-5, SAE 80W-90, hypoid Never;
In practice: 50 000 km or 3-5 years
Differential oil (rear) 1.35 l API GL-5, SAE 80W-90, hypoid Never;
In practice: 50 000 km or 3-5 years
Engine coolant 7.0 l Ethylene glycol,
also strictly silicate-free,
also preferably 2-EHA free,
also preferably phosphated 		30 000 km or 2 years
Power steering fluid ? l Dexron IIE or Dexron III Not mentioned / defined
Brake fluid ~0.9 l ('4) SAE J1703 or DOT-3 30 000 km or 2 years
Engine accessory drive belt(s) 1 piece Suzuki 49180-84A80
Various aftermarket equivalents 		75 000 km or 5 years
Engine camshaft timing belt and tensioner 1 set ('5) Suzuki 12760-84A00
Various aftermarket equivalents 		75 000 km or 5 years
Diesel fuel filter 1 piece Suzuki 15410-84A00
Various aftermarket equivalents 		45 000 km or 3 years;
In practice: 30 000 km or 2 years ('6)


Notes:

  • The user manual for DDiS Jimnys 3 strongly warns against using engine oils with "X"W-30 viscosity, as engine damage is promised in that case.
  • ('1) If you can not find ACEA B3 or B4 engine oil, imperfect alternative is ACEA C3.
    • ACEA C3 engine oils might not provide adequate engine wear protection if top quality (very low sulphur) diesel fuel is not used.
  • ('2) Official specification for DDiS K9K-700 engined Jimnys 3 with lever operated transfer box.
  • ('3) Official specification for DDiS K9K-700 engined Jimnys 3 with bush button operated transfer box.
  • ('4) Nowhere officially specified - measured in practice.
  • ('5) Shouldn't the engine coolant pump also be replaced every time as a part of this set / procedure?
    • User manual does not mention any replacement interval for the engine coolant pump, but most aftermarket manufacturers offer this spare part set as "coolant pump + timing belt + tensioner".
  • ('6) If the diesel fuel filter has a water drain valve, drain the water from it during every engine oil change.


DDiS Jimny 3 with K9K 266 diesel engine, continental Europe

Gen3-100x100.jpg


  • This engine has 63 kW / 86 HP of power and 1461 cm3 capacity.
    • Note: Capacity is the same as in the older K9K 700 engine, so be careful not to mix them up!
    • Note: Engine power is the same as in the M13A VVT petrol engine - do not be an idiot and mix them up!
  • This engine was introduced in year 2005/2006 and was used unchanged until the last produced diesel Jimny 3 in year 2010.
    • All diesel Jimnys 3 from year 2007 to 2010 (or early 2011) used exclusively this engine, as did most of those built in 2006, and a few built in late 2005.


Consumable material Quantity Specification Replacement interval
Engine air filter 1 piece Suzuki 13780-84A00
Various aftermarket equivalents 		45 000 km or 3 years;
In practice: 25 000 - 30 000 km
Engine oil filter 1 piece Suzuki 16510-84A11
Various aftermarket equivalents 		During every engine oil change
Engine oil 4.9 l ACEA B3 or B4 ('1)

Also:
SAE 10W-40 (good)
or 5W-40 (better)
or 0W-40 (best) 		15 000 km or 12 months;
In practice: 8000 km or 12 months
Manual gear box oil 1.9 l API GL-4, SAE 75W-90 45 000 km or 3 years
Transfer gear box oil 1.13 l API GL-4, SAE 75W-90 Never;
In practice: 50 000 km or 3-5 years
Differential oil (front) 1.65 l API GL-5, SAE 80W-90, hypoid Never;
In practice: 50 000 km or 3-5 years
Differential oil (rear) 1.35 l API GL-5, SAE 80W-90, hypoid Never;
In practice: 50 000 km or 3-5 years
Engine coolant 7.3 l Ethylene glycol,
also strictly silicate-free,
also preferably 2-EHA free,
also preferably phosphated 		30 000 km or 2 years
Power steering fluid ? l Dexron IIE or Dexron III Not mentioned / defined
Brake fluid ~0.9 l ('2) SAE J1703 or DOT-3 30 000 km or 2 years
Engine accessory drive belt(s) 1 piece Suzuki ?????-?????
Various aftermarket equivalents 		75 000 km or 5 years
Engine camshaft timing belt and tensioner 1 set ('3) Suzuki 12760-84A50
Various aftermarket equivalents 		75 000 km or 5 years
Diesel fuel filter 1 piece Suzuki 15410-84A51
Various aftermarket equivalents 		45 000 km or 3 years;
In practice: 30 000 km or 2 years ('4)


Notes:

  • The user manual for DDiS Jimnys 3 strongly warns against using engine oils with "X"W-30 viscosity, as engine damage is promised in that case.
  • ('1) If you can not find ACEA B3 or B4 engine oil, imperfect alternative is ACEA C3.
    • ACEA C3 engine oils might not provide adequate engine wear protection if top quality (very low sulphur) diesel fuel is not used.
  • ('2) Nowhere officially specified - measured in practice.
  • ('3) Shouldn't the engine coolant pump also be replaced every time as a part of this set / procedure?
    • User manual does not mention any replacement interval for the engine coolant pump, but most aftermarket manufacturers offer this spare part set as "coolant pump + timing belt + tensioner".
  • ('4) If the diesel fuel filter has a water drain valve, drain the water from it during every engine oil change.


Jimny 4 with K15B petrol engine, UK

Gen4-100x100.jpg


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