Suzuki Swift: Timing Belt Or Timing Chain? (1989 - 2001)

Researched By The AutoPadre Research Team

Last Updated 2021-11-23

All Suzuki Swift engines from 1995 to 2001 have a timing belts and are non-interference.

All Suzuki Swift SOHC engines from 1989 to 1994 have a timing belts and are non-interference.

All Suzuki Swift DOHC engines from 1989 to 1994 have a timing belts and are interference.

Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the Suzuki Swift.

Suzuki Swift Timing Belt Or Chain
Year	Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference
1995 to 2001	All	Timing Belt	Non-Interference
1989 to 1994	1.3L 4 Cyl. SOHC	Timing Belt	Non-Interference
1989 to 1994	1.3L 4 Cyl. DOHC	Timing Belt	Interference

Note: Replacement intervals are broad recommendations and can be affected by age, weather conditions, running conditions etc. Check with the owner's manual/ manufacturer/ dealership.

Check out the Belt Or Chain specifications for other makes and models.

2001 Suzuki Swift - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2001 Suzuki Swift engines have a timing belt and are interference.

2001 Suzuki Swift Timing Belt Or Chain
Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
1.3L 4 Cyl.	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

2000 Suzuki Swift - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2000 Suzuki Swift engines have a timing belt and are interference.

2000 Suzuki Swift Timing Belt Or Chain
Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
1.3L 4 Cyl.	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

1999 Suzuki Swift - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1999 Suzuki Swift engines have a timing belt and are interference.

1999 Suzuki Swift Timing Belt Or Chain
Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
1.3L 4 Cyl.	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

1998 Suzuki Swift - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1998 Suzuki Swift engines have a timing belt and are interference.

1998 Suzuki Swift Timing Belt Or Chain
Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
1.3L 4 Cyl.	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

1997 Suzuki Swift - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1997 Suzuki Swift engines have a timing belt and are interference.

1997 Suzuki Swift Timing Belt Or Chain
Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
1.3L 4 Cyl.	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

1996 Suzuki Swift - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1996 Suzuki Swift engines have a timing belt and are interference.

1996 Suzuki Swift Timing Belt Or Chain
Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
1.3L 4 Cyl.	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

1995 Suzuki Swift - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1995 Suzuki Swift engines have a timing belt and are interference.

1995 Suzuki Swift Timing Belt Or Chain
Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
1.3L 4 Cyl.	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

1994 Suzuki Swift - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1994 Suzuki Swift engines have a timing belt. The SOHC is a non-interference engine while the DOHC is interference.

1994 Suzuki Swift Timing Belt Or Chain
Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
1.3L 4 Cyl. DOHC	Timing Belt	Interference	60k
1.3L 4 Cyl. SOHC	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

1993 Suzuki Swift - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1993 Suzuki Swift engines have a timing belt. The SOHC is a non-interference engine while the DOHC is interference.

1993 Suzuki Swift Timing Belt Or Chain
Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
1.3L 4 Cyl. DOHC	Timing Belt	Interference	60k
1.3L 4 Cyl. SOHC	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

1992 Suzuki Swift - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1992 Suzuki Swift engines have a timing belt. The SOHC is a non-interference engine while the DOHC is interference.

1992 Suzuki Swift Timing Belt Or Chain
Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
1.3L 4 Cyl. DOHC	Timing Belt	Interference	60k
1.3L 4 Cyl. SOHC	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

1991 Suzuki Swift - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1991 Suzuki Swift engines have a timing belt. The SOHC is a non-interference engine while the DOHC is interference.

1991 Suzuki Swift Timing Belt Or Chain
Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
1.3L 4 Cyl. DOHC	Timing Belt	Interference	60k
1.3L 4 Cyl. SOHC	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

1990 Suzuki Swift - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1990 Suzuki Swift engines have a timing belt. The SOHC is a non-interference engine while the DOHC is interference.

1990 Suzuki Swift Timing Belt Or Chain
Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
1.3L 4 Cyl. DOHC	Timing Belt	Interference	60k
1.3L 4 Cyl. SOHC	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

1989 Suzuki Swift - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 1989 Suzuki Swift engines have a timing belt. The SOHC is a non-interference engine while the DOHC is interference.

1989 Suzuki Swift Timing Belt Or Chain
Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
1.3L 4 Cyl. DOHC	Timing Belt	Interference	60k
1.3L 4 Cyl. SOHC	Timing Belt	Non-Interference	60k

Timing Belt Basics

The primary purpose of the timing belt or timing chain is to maintain the timing (syncronization) between the crankshaft and the camshaft(s).

A timing belt is made of a rubber compound while a timing chain is made of chain similiar to a bicycle chain.

A timing belt wears out over time and must be replaced at the manufacturer's specified interval. Timing belt failure can result in serious engine damage.

Although a timing chain will wear over time it is usually good for the lifetime of the engine but it should be routinely inspected.