Engine oil capacity in 2012 DLX Suzuki Swift?

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dwb1986 (EightSix) 2019-08-04 10:53:41 +0500 #1

I am confused about engine oil capacity of swift. I have 2012 Dlx version. I recently got its engine oil changed. It was zic 10w40. The mechanic poured 4 litres of oil. Is that alright? Because i feel on dipstick oil is a little above the max mark.

pwuser154404443270 (Muhammad Arslan) 2019-08-04 13:13:50 +0500 #2

3.7 litres i guess.

dwb1986 (EightSix) 2019-08-04 13:26:34 +0500 #3

I read somewhere here that it's 4 litres if you change the oil filter?

anon35615524 2019-08-04 13:48:26 +0500 #4

Bro consult your vehicles' owners / users manual in this regard. It will tell you the exact quantity.

You can also google, or raise your concern in the official Swift owners / fans club page here on Pakwheels.

dwb1986 (EightSix) 2019-08-04 13:58:34 +0500 #5

I don't have the manual. I guess any swift owner might help me.

anon35615524 2019-08-04 14:01:45 +0500 #6

Yes. You are right, since M13A engine is the same in all variants of PKDM Swift.

dwb1986 (EightSix) 2019-08-04 15:26:35 +0500 #7

@basitali87 Sorry for bad focus. This is the situation.

anon35615524 2019-08-04 17:19:01 +0500 #8

Bro I am unable to see clearly, however, following link should help you in finding exact quantity of engine oil required, for your ride:

https://oil-change.info/suzuki-swift-engine-oil-capacity/

It's 3.7L!

dwb1986 (EightSix) 2019-08-04 17:24:15 +0500 #9

I have checked the link. It doesn't tell you about 1.3 M13A Swift 2012 version. However i have verified from another swift owner. He also confirmed me about 4 litres.

anon35615524 2019-08-04 20:08:20 +0500 #10

I think in 2010, 3rd generation swift was launched internationally, and in the same year, we were blessed with Swift 2nd generation, which was phased out everywhere else. So IMO, M13A engine in PKDM Swift is the same as was in 2nd generation Swift Internationally, with exception to VVT of course (it's not offered in PKDM Swift, I believe).

If the quantity is 4L, and your friend is also saying the same, then level on dipstick shouldn't be more than the max. Mark. I think, there is something wrong.

dwb1986 (EightSix) 2019-08-04 20:08:39 +0500 #11

Oil level is actually upto the arrow.

anon35615524 2019-08-04 20:09:43 +0500 #12

The arrow is on the higher side of max. Mark, and to me, it seems that the engine oil has been slightly overfilled.

dwb1986 (EightSix) 2019-08-04 20:11:13 +0500 #13

Incase it is overfilled then is there any way to drain a little bit out?
PS: Level was checked when the car was totally cold. I mean been parked for 2 days.

anon35615524 2019-08-04 20:47:02 +0500 #14

Well... I am not an expert in these matters, however, I think, if the oil is overfilled, then you need to place your ride on a jack and lift it, slightly open the drain bolt in the engine oil chamber and drain the overfilled oil, and tighten it when the level is Ok.

I am not sure about Suzuki or Honda engines, however, in case of Toyota, the exact, precise and best method to check engine oil level on dipstick is; when engine is hot. Start the engine and warm it for a couple of minutes. Then turn off the engine and let it cool down for a min. Of 5 minutes. After 5 minutes or so, you can check engine oil level on dipstick. However, it must be ensured in all the cases that surface is perfectly horizontal.

I hope, this helps.

dwb1986 (EightSix) 2019-08-04 20:50:54 +0500 #15

Alright. Thanks for your help.

mohsan87 (Mohsan) 2019-08-11 23:45:17 +0500 #16

4 litter is used when you change oil filter also.