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.
Fastener Tightening Specifications
2008 Suzuki Swift +SECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Battery Cable Nuts | 4.5 N.m | 40 lb in |
| Battery Carrier Tray Lower Bolts | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Battery Carrier Tray Upper Bolts | 20 N.m | 15 lb in |
| Battery Retainer Clamp-to-Battery Rod Nuts | 4 N.m | 35 lb in |
| Engine Mount Lower Bracket Bolts (1.2L) | 41 N.m | 30 lb ft |
| Front Bearing Plate Screws | 8 N.m | 71 lb in |
| Fuel Rail Retaining Bolts | 20 N.m | 15 lb in |
| Generator Adjusting Bolt (1.2L) | 7 N.m | 62 lb ft |
| Generator Battery Lead Nut | 15 N.m | 11 lb ft |
| Generator Brush Holder Screws | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Generator Drive and End Bearing Nut | 81 N.m | 60 lb ft |
| Generator Drive End Bearing Nut | 81 N.m | 60 lb ft |
| Generator Lower Bracket Mounting Bolt (1.2L) | 28 N.m | 21 lb ft |
| Generator Lower Bracket-to-Generator Nuts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Generator Pulley Nut (1.2L) | 110 N.m | 81 lb ft |
| Generator Shackle Bracket Bolt | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Generator Through-Bolts | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Harness Ground Bolt | 41 N.m | 30 lb ft |
| Reaction Rod Bolt and Nut (1.2L) | 83 N.m | 61 lb ft |
| Starter Field Coil Connector Nut | 8 N.m | 71 lb in |
| Starter Mounting Bolts (1.2L) | 23 N.m | 17 lb ft |
| Starter Mounting Bolts (1.4L/1.5L SOHC and 1.4L/1.6L DOHC) | 43 N.m | 32 lb ft |
| Starter Solenoid Assembly Screws | 8 N.m | 71 lb in |
| Starter Solenoid Nuts | 15 N.m | 11 lb ft |
| Starter Through-Bolts | 6 N.m | 53 lb in |
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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.