How important is preventive maintenance? Where can I get it done?
In your owner’s manual, you will find “Periodic Maintenance Schedule” under the “Inspection and maintenance” section. This will guide you on how often you must send your car to a Maruti Suzuki service centre for check up and maintenance service. If you have bought a second hand car, you will have to do the maintenance check on a more frequent basis. Doing so will not only prolong the life of your vehicle, but will also reduce maintenance costs. The car will be trouble free and completely safe for use. We urge you to carry out your car maintenance services only at a Maruti Suzuki service station.
Maruti Suzuki Free Inspection Schedule:
First Free Service: 1000kms or 1 month (whichever comes first)
Second Free Service: 5000kms or 6 months (whichever comes first)
Third Free Service: 10000kms or 12 months (whichever comes first)
After third service, regular periodic service should be done every 10000kms.
Is it necessary to strictly follow the schedule in the owner’s handbook?
Yes, it is imperative that you follow the regular periodic maintenance schedule as listed in the owner’s manual, especially if you have bought a used car. This will ensure trouble free operation of the vehicle and enhance the life of the engine. In addition, this is a pre requisite for any warranty claims to be processed, should any part fail within the warranty period.
Here are some frequently asked questions about maintenance:
When should the air filter be replaced?
| Road Condition | Variant | Preventive Maintenance |
| Paved-road | Petrol | Clean after every 5,000kms and replace after every 40,000kms. |
| Diesel | Replace after every 20,000kms as cleaning is not required. | |
| Dusty | Petrol | Clean after every 5,000kms and replace after every 40,000kms. |
| Diesel | Replace after every 20,000kms as cleaning is not required. |
In what frequency should the fuel filter be changed?
The fuel filter should be changed at intervals of 20000kms for carburettor vehicles. In case of MPFI vehicles, the interval is 40000 kms. However, if quality of fuel has been poor, it is recommended that you change the filter at earlier intervals as prescribed by the service manager of the Maruti Suzuki service station. You will find plenty of Maruti Suzuki service centres across India.
How to know if gas is less than normal in the AC system?
If cooling efficiency of the AC is less than satisfactory, do check for gas leakage. There are various methods to check whether the quantity of gas is adequate. However, it is best that you rely on the AC maintenance experts at your nearest Maruti Suzuki service station to do the checking. They will have the right instruments and expertise to assess if gas in the AC system of your vehicle is below norms. Get your car’s AC serviced every year and do it around Feb – March so that you may enjoy best cooling during summer. Gas checking and topping is part of the service.
What are the functions of coil, condenser, and blower in an AC system?
The cooling coil performs the function of evaporation of the refrigerant inside the coil. The air blows over these coils and emerges cooled. The condenser does the reverse work of the cooling unit, i.e. the condensation of the refrigerant and its cooling. The blower works like a fan by drawing in the air and circulating it inside the cabin.
Which parts or joints are the main sources of gas leakage?
The AC gas in cars reduces over time due to various factors like- leakage from the joints, o-rings etc., if they were not properly tightened during service. Leakage from the hose rubber may happen due to the natural permeability of the hose. However, this is extremely slow and is very difficult to detect, even with sophisticated equipment. The AC gas may need to be refilled during servicing of the AC, if it is found that the AC system is undercharged.
