Suzuki Jimny 1998 1.3 petrol service and maintenance

Engine oil

Engine oil capacity: 5 litres (5.3 quarts)
For regular oil change Suzuki Jimny 1998 1.3 petrol takes approx. 4.2 litres of oil, 5 litres is total engine oil capacity.
Oil change interval is 15,000 km or one year, whichever comes first.
Recommended oil type (Oil Viscosity Classification SAE) is 5W-30, 5W-40

Air filter

Air filter change interval is 30,000 km.
After prolonged driving in particularly dusty conditions, it is advisable to check the condition of the air filter earlier and replace it if the filter is visibly dirty.

Fuel filter

Suzuki Jimny 1.3 petrol fuel filter change interval is 60,000 km

Spark plugs

Replacement interval for spark plugs is 30,000 km.

Timing chain

Manufacturers recommended timing chain replacement interval for Suzuki Jimny 1.3 petrol is 250,000 km.
The experience of Suzuki Jimny owners confirms that timing chain does in fact last for the specified mileage.

Serpentine (drive) belt

Suzuki Jimny 1998 1.3 4WD serpentine or alternator belt replacement interval is 90,000 km.

Engine coolant

Engine coolant (antifreeze) recommended replacement interval for Suzuki Jimny 1.3 petrol is 45,000 km or 3 years, whichever comes first.
Coolant capacity is 5.9 litres