Great Sx4 vid! Appreciate the effort! FYI; those 09103-14032 strut bolts can be replaced with Specialty Products Part No. 81260 -- to adjust the camber ±1.75° on the wheel :)
Thx Igor. I got lucky this time…In the past I spent hours removing those 4 bolts. With your experience, you are well aware of how trying it can be at times I am sure…Cheers Pal 👍
@@TheGibby3340 got a wee present today Ian from the other half for my 50 th coming in September, …. So will be posting tomorrow, when I make the video lol , hope you enjoy 👍
Thx for watching. Unless they have been grossly overloaded, suffering from extreme corrosion, physically damaged or no longer capable of maintaining the vehicle in a road worthy attitude under load they should remain fit for service. The dampers (shocks) however do have a limited life cycle. 🍺
buy the same .. shock absorbers .. change all the steering parts .. and it still makes noise when I go through bad streets it makes a noise like knocking
Closely scrutinize the exhaust system…Missing or damaged hangers can result in undertray contact. Check near the sub frame and muffler. If it’s a AWD also check near the hanger bearing. I have experience this on my SX4’s.
My passenger side strut is leaking oil. I don't mess with springs, so I plan on getting the complete KYB strut assembly with a new spring already installed. Is there a difference in struts between the AWD and 2WD model? I need to order for the AWD.
Alright, I don't really see any other options for struts other than the KYB assembly. The car has about 154,700 miles on it, and I don't know how the previous owner maintained it. It's just safer, and better for the car if I just get a pair of struts with springs & mounts for $350 USD after shipping and tax.
My local Infinity dealership (former Suzuki, former Nissan) still supplies SGP. I am on very good terms with the fella at the parts desk. Thx for watching 🍻
@@TheGibby3340 pronounced jetstream that bought them that heat also responsible for cooler than normal summer for us so far 2moro will be 1st hot day...I'll take it!
Always satisfaction getting that top strut nut back on when your using those widow makers. For the wiper arms I use something similar to this.... amzn.to/2SKzIY5 👍😁
Yeah they are scary I must admit…I have a number of small pullers Iain. The issue was the lower edge of the arm casting is well below the close fitting plastic shroud???? Head scratcher 🤔 Thx & Cheers 👍
another fine sx4 repair video, thank you!!!
Thanks again. Cheers 👍
Great Sx4 vid! Appreciate the effort!
FYI; those 09103-14032 strut bolts can be replaced with Specialty Products Part No. 81260 -- to adjust the camber ±1.75° on the wheel :)
Thx. And thx for the details 👍
Top job mate , KYB parts is very decent it should last a long long time 👍
Thx Igor. I got lucky this time…In the past I spent hours removing those 4 bolts. With your experience, you are well aware of how trying it can be at times I am sure…Cheers Pal 👍
Nice video thanks ive 08 sx4 so going through the video thanks again 👍🏾
Thx for watching. Cheers 👍
Very thorough mate...
Cheers Johnny…Don’t know if you noticed the masking tape on the windshield…Little trick an Irish fella passed on for wiper position 😃
@@TheGibby3340 😁😁😁
Great video there Ian , I don’t like f**king about with springs , so I always put extra spring compressors on lol , enjoyed that , cheers 🍺👍
I don’t like swearing in my videos as a rule Ian, but if it saves somebody’s neck…Cheers 👍
@@TheGibby3340 yeah , deffo , as it put the message across quite clearly , it’s something you don’t take lightly, 👍
@@TheGibby3340 got a wee present today Ian from the other half for my 50 th coming in September, …. So will be posting tomorrow, when I make the video lol , hope you enjoy 👍
@@iansworkshop I’ll keep an eye 👍
Thanks I'll be doing this soon.
Just picked up a 09 for $1500..
👍 Thx for watching 🍻
I had that on a suzuki where the aftermarket bearing was different in appearance to the original
Mount & bearing not even close Dave. ”Moog”…not a fan. Cheers Pal enjoy the race 👍
Nice video !. Great job !. Question. When do we need to replace the springs ? .
Thx for watching. Unless they have been grossly overloaded, suffering from extreme corrosion, physically damaged or no longer capable of maintaining the vehicle in a road worthy attitude under load they should remain fit for service. The dampers (shocks) however do have a limited life cycle. 🍺
buy the same .. shock absorbers .. change all the steering parts .. and it still makes noise when I go through bad streets it makes a noise like knocking
Closely scrutinize the exhaust system…Missing or damaged hangers can result in undertray contact. Check near the sub frame and muffler. If it’s a AWD also check near the hanger bearing. I have experience this on my SX4’s.
My passenger side strut is leaking oil. I don't mess with springs, so I plan on getting the complete KYB strut assembly with a new spring already installed. Is there a difference in struts between the AWD and 2WD model? I need to order for the AWD.
The quick strut makes a lot of sense. Especially if you run into a broken spring 😡 Not certain about a 2wd AWD difference. Don’t believe so.🍻
Alright, I don't really see any other options for struts other than the KYB assembly. The car has about 154,700 miles on it, and I don't know how the previous owner maintained it. It's just safer, and better for the car if I just get a pair of struts with springs & mounts for $350 USD after shipping and tax.
The next video may explain the situation in a little more detail.
Nice video. How did you find the parts numbers for the screws and nuts to replace ?. I'm trying to find them for my Sx4 2012 . Thanks
My local Infinity dealership (former Suzuki, former Nissan) still supplies SGP. I am on very good terms with the fella at the parts desk. Thx for watching 🍻
This video at 4:38 contains his contact details. He can ship parts, if your stuck.
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@@TheGibby3340 thanks !
So you don't have to undo the drive shaft nuts for clearance...that's great..cheers
Thx for watching 👍
What's the year and engine of this specific Suzuki ? Mine is from 2007, 1995 ccm, I wonder if the same strut will fit.
2009’ 2L Hatch. You might want to consider “Rockauto.com” website. They have a very comprehensive parts determination facility. Thx for watching.
@@TheGibby3340 Thx a lot
my car is a sx4 gl and i keep getting sent the wrong strut , any help..
its 2008 2 wheel drive
lot$ of $hop dollar$ $aved, Ian:)
Cheers Denis…Hope your enjoying the Summer! Incredible temperatures out West ??? Little scary 😳
@@TheGibby3340 pronounced jetstream that bought them that heat also responsible for cooler than normal summer for us so far
2moro will be 1st hot day...I'll take it!
Well looks like I got myself a job in replacing mine.
Good luck. It’s not too difficult…Just take your time. Cheers 👍
Always satisfaction getting that top strut nut back on when your using those widow makers. For the wiper arms I use something similar to this....
amzn.to/2SKzIY5 👍😁
Yeah they are scary I must admit…I have a number of small pullers Iain. The issue was the lower edge of the arm casting is well below the close fitting plastic shroud???? Head scratcher 🤔 Thx & Cheers 👍