Suzuki SX4 Classic

Automatic transmission fluid capacity & service interval

Suzuki SX4 Classic automatic transmission fluid capacity ranges from 2,6 to 5,8 liters. Service intervals include checks at 30000 km or 24 months, and changes at 30000 km or 24 months and 165000 km. The data covers 4 configurations.

The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.

TypeSpecifications
SX4 1.6 VVT (88 kW), RW 416 (2009-2013)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 5,8 liter (Dry fill)
  • Capacity 2,6 liter (Service fill)
  • Check 30000 km/ 24 months
  • Change 165000 km
  • Code: 4/1
SX4 1.6 VVT (88 kW), RW 416 (2009-2013)
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 5,8 liter (Dry fill)
  • Capacity 2,6 liter (Service fill)
  • Change 30000 km/ 24 months
  • Code: 4/1
SX4 1.6 VVT (79 kW), RW 416 (2006-2009)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 5,8 liter (Dry fill)
  • Capacity 2,6 liter (Service fill)
  • Check 30000 km/ 24 months
  • Change 165000 km
  • Code: 4/1
SX4 1.6 VVT (79 kW), RW 416 (2006-2009)
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 5,8 liter (Dry fill)
  • Capacity 2,6 liter (Service fill)
  • Change 30000 km/ 24 months
  • Code: 4/1

Additional Notes

  • The Suzuki SX4 Classic automatic transaxle carries a dry fill capacity of 5.8 liters, which represents the total fluid volume required when filling a completely drained or rebuilt unit, such as after a full overhaul or replacement.
  • The service fill capacity of 2.6 liters is notably less than half the dry fill figure, reflecting the volume that remains trapped in the torque converter and valve body during a standard drain-and-fill service where the transmission is not fully disassembled.
  • Both the 79 kW and 88 kW VVT engine variants share identical dry fill and service fill capacities of 5.8 liters and 2.6 liters respectively, indicating the same RW 416 transaxle unit is used across both power outputs.
  • Under normal use conditions, the automatic transaxle fluid is specified for a check interval of every 30,000 km or 24 months, with an actual fluid change interval set at 165,000 km.
  • The gap between the normal-use check interval of 30,000 km and the change interval of 165,000 km means the fluid level and condition are inspected multiple times before a full replacement is due.
  • Under severe use conditions, the 30,000 km or 24-month interval that serves only as a check under normal use becomes the full fluid change interval, reflecting the accelerated degradation associated with more demanding operating conditions.
  • The severe-use change interval of 30,000 km or 24 months applies equally to both the 2006-2009 79 kW variant and the 2009-2013 88 kW variant, with no differentiation in service frequency between the two engine configurations.

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