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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUZUKI2012KIZASHI SPORT GTS, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE PERFORMANCEFUEL DELIVERYFUEL SYSTEMDIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESPOWER BALANCE TEST
2012 Suzuki Kizashi Sport GTS, 4WD
Power Balance Test
2012 Suzuki Kizashi Sport GTS, 4WDSECTION Power Balance Test
CAUTION:
The engine could be damaged if it is accelerated to a high rpm with an injector connector disconnected. Always perform power balance test with engine running at an idle speed.
- For CVT model, place select lever in "P" and apply parking brake.
For M/T model, place gear shift lever in "Neutral" and apply parking brake.
- Connect scan tool to DLC (1) with ignition mode of keyless push start system in "OFF".
Special ToolΒ
- SUZUKI scan tool (SUZUKI-SDT)Β
- Clear DTC, see DTC CLEARANCE .
- Warm up engine to normal operating temperature.
- Using SUZUKI scan tool, select "Fuel Injector" in "Active Test" and turn off each fuel injector.
- With each fuel injector turned off, confirm that engine speed falls lower than specified idle speed.
- If rates of engine speed decrease are not in scale, check following items.
- Fuel injector circuit, see FUEL INJECTOR CIRCUIT CHECKΒ .
- Fuel injector, see FUEL INJECTOR INSPECTIONΒ .
- Spark plug, see SPARK PLUG INSPECTION .
- Ignition coil circuit, see IGNITION SYSTEM CHECK .
- Ignition coil, see IGNITION COIL ASSEMBLY INSPECTION .
- Engine compression, see COMPRESSION CHECK
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.