2012 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, Automatic CVT TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Electronic Stability Program Check: Notes

Refer to the following items for the details of each step.

ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS REFERENCE CHART

Step Action YES NO
1  Malfunction analysis  
  1. Perform CUSTOMER COMPLAINT ANALYSIS .
  2. Perform PROBLEM SYMPTOM CONFIRMATION .
  3. Perform DTC CHECK, RECORD AND CLEARANCE  and recheck DTC.

Is there any malfunction DTC? 		 Go to Step 4. Go to Step 2.
2  Driving test  
  1. Perform STEP 2: DRIVING TEST .

Is trouble symptom identified? 		 Go to Step 3. Go to Step 6.
3  DTC check  
  1. Perform DTC CHECK .

Is it malfunction code? 		 Go to Step 4. Go to Step 5.
4  ESP® check  
  1. Inspect and repair referring to applicable DTC troubleshooting.

Does trouble recur? 		 Go to Step 5. Go to Step 7.
5  Brakes diagnosis  
  1. Inspect and repair referring to BRAKES SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS .

Does trouble recur? 		 Go to Step 3. Go to Step 7.
6  Intermittent problem check  
  1. Check intermittent troubles referring to INTERMITTENT AND POOR CONNECTION INSPECTION and related circuit of trouble code recorded in Step 1.

Does trouble recur? 		 Go to Step 4. Go to Step 7.
7  Final confirmation test  
  1. Perform STEP 7: FINAL CONFIRMATION TEST .

Does trouble recur? 		 Go to Step 3. End.
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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.