DIY repair · Suzuki Jimny JB74 / JB64

Do the first full filter service

DIFFICULTY 1 / 5TIME ≈ 1 hourCOST The price of filters and oil

Symptoms

Unknown service history, a dusty air filter after gravel roads, or a musty cabin.

The fix, step by step

  1. Change the engine oil and filter, the air filter and the cabin filter using genuine Gen 4 parts, and check the fluid grades and capacities in your owner's handbook.
  2. Inspect the air filter at every oil change if you drive on dirt roads.

Tools & part numbers

  • Oil filter wrench
  • drain pan
  • basic hand tools.

Where to buy the parts

Oil Filter, Gen 4BigJimny ↗Amazon ↗
Air Filter, Genuine Suzuki (Gen4)BigJimny ↗Amazon ↗
Aircon/Pollen Filter (Anti-allergen, Gen4)BigJimny ↗Amazon ↗

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Before you start

Rated for a competent home mechanic with a decent tool kit. Confirm torque figures, fluids and procedures against the factory service manual for your VIN, support the truck on stands rather than a jack, and work at your own risk (disclaimer). Some parts links are affiliate links, which pay us a small commission at no cost to you.

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