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.
2012 Suzuki Equator BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 6.00 OZS. | 0.17 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.54 LBS. | 0.69 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 10.88 QTS. | 10.29 L | SUZUKI Automatic Transmission Fluid Matic S | If SUZUKI approved Matic S ATF is not available, SUZUKI approved Matic J ATF may also be used. Using automatic transmission fluid other than SUZUKI approved Matic S ATF or Genuine SUZUKI approved Matic J ATF will cause deterioration in drive ability and automatic transmission durability, and may damage the automatic transmission. | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Clutch Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | Front | 1.75 PTS. | 0.82 L | API - GL-5, SAE 80W-90 | For hot climates, SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 32Deg.F (0Deg.C). | S | |
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear | 3.40 PTS. | 1.6 L | API - GL-5 Synthetic Gear Oil, SAE 75W-90 | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 2.5L Eng | 10.00 QTS. | 9.46 L | SUZUKI Super Long Life Coolant (blue) or equivalent | With reservoir at MAX level. | S | |
| Engine Oil | 2.5L Eng | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 4.90 QTS. | 4.63 L | API - SAE 5W-30 | S | |
| Engine Oil | 2.5L Eng | Drain and Refill,w/o Filter | 4.50 QTS. | 4.25 L | API - SAE 5W-30 | S | |
| Engine Oil | 2.5L Eng | Dry engine | 5.25 QTS. | 4.96 L | API - SAE 5W-30 | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 21.13 GALS. | 79.98 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 3.12 QTS. | 2.95 L | Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) API - GL-4, SAE 75W-85 | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | 2.13 PTS. | 1 L | DEXRON IV Type ATF | S | |||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 2.13 PTS. | 1 L | SUZUKI approved Matic D Automatic Transmission Fluid | Using fluid other than SUZUKI approved Matic D ATF will cause deterioration in drive ability and transfer durability, and may damage the transfer. | S | ||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | 4.25 QTS. | 4.02 L | Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Anti-freeze or equivalent | S | |||
Factory Service Tools
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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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