Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1998 Suzuki Swift AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Service Precautions
WARNING:
To avoid injury from accidental air bag deployment, read and carefully follow all service precautions. Deactivate air bag system before performing any repairs. See DISABLING &
ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.
- Wait at least 20 seconds after removing AIR BAG fuse before removing or servicing any air bag related component.
- Never use air bag system components from another vehicle.
- Do not expose air bag system components to temperatures greater than 200°F (93°C) such as in paint baking booth.
- Never attempt to disassemble any air bag component.
- Do not dispose of undeployed air bag inflator module. Deploy inflator module before disposing. See AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM for information.
- When handling inflator module, hold with deployment cover facing away from your body.
- Discard inflator module if it has been dropped 3 feet or more.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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