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 MANUALSSUZUKI2013SX4 CROSSOVER, AUTOMATIC CVT TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 99 (POWER ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM (HYDRAULIC))REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSAIR BLEEDING OF P/S SYSTEM
2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, Automatic CVT Trans
Air Bleeding of P/S System
2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover, Automatic CVT TransSECTION Air Bleeding of P/S System
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Suzuki SX4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Hoist the front end of vehicle and apply safety stands.
- Fill P/S fluid reservoir with fluid up to specified level.NOTE: Before starting engine, place transmission gear shift lever in "Neutral" (shift selector lever to "P" range for CVT model), and set parking brake.
- After running engine at idling speed for 3 to 5 seconds, stop it and add fluid to satisfy specification.
- With engine stopped, turn steering wheel to the right and left as far as it stops, repeat it a few times and fill fluid to specified level.
- With engine running at idling speed, repeat stop-to-stop turn of steering wheel till all foams in P/S fluid reservoir are gone.NOTE: Make sure to bleed air completely. If air remains in fluid, P/S pump may make humming noise or steering wheel may feel heavy.
- Finally check to make sure that fluid is filled to specified level.
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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.