Parts for your 2009 Suzuki Splash-Exhaust gasket

2009 Suzuki Splash exhaust gasket — what it is, why it matters, and when to swap it

Based on factory literature and parts catalogues, the 2009 Suzuki Splash does use exhaust gaskets. Petrol variants (K10B 1.0 and K12B 1.2) have a multi-layer exhaust manifold gasket at the cylinder head, plus a spherical/“donut” style gasket where the front pipe mates to the manifold/catalytic converter. The 1.3 DDiS diesel features sealing gaskets at the turbo outlet/downpipe and further joints. These are documented in the Suzuki Splash Service Manual exhaust system section and the Suzuki European EPC for the Splash (2008–2014) under Group 14 – Exhaust, as well as in the sister-model Opel/Vauxhall Agila B EPC/TIS diagrams.

On this little Suzuki, the exhaust gaskets do a simple but crucial job: they keep hot exhaust gases sealed inside the system so the engine breathes properly, the oxygen sensors read accurately, and the cabin stays free of fumes. A tidy seal also keeps the Splash quiet and compliant with emissions and WOF/roadworthy checks across NZ and Australia.

Common signs a Splash exhaust gasket is on the way out include a ticking noise on cold start that softens as it warms, a whiff of exhaust under the bonnet or near the front pipe, sooty marks at a flange, a drop in fuel economy, and sometimes a check engine light for lean mixture or O2 sensor performance.

• Inspection: Not a scheduled replacement item, but it’s smart to inspect at each service, especially past 100,000 kilometres or if driven in coastal areas where corrosion speeds things up.
• Replacement triggers: Any time the manifold or front pipe joint is disturbed, fit a new gasket. Re-using old sealing rings usually leads to leaks.
• Fitting tips: Work on a cold system, soak fasteners, and replace fatigued studs/nuts. Clean the mating faces, seat the new gasket correctly, and torque to factory spec in the proper sequence (centre-out on the manifold). Avoid exhaust paste ahead of oxygen sensors.
• Extras to check: Flex joint, hangers, and flange flatness, warping or pitting can defeat a new gasket.

Owners who keep up with these simple checks and swap the gasket when the joint is opened can expect a quiet, efficient Splash that breezes through emissions and roadworthy/WOF inspections. It’s a straightforward, driveway-friendly job for many home mechanics with decent tools, but any seized studs or heavy corrosion is best left to a workshop.

Technical sources referenced (no links): Suzuki Splash (K10B/K12B) Service Manual – Exhaust System, Suzuki Europe Electronic Parts Catalogue (Splash 2008–2014), Group 14 Exhaust, Opel/Vauxhall Agila B (2008–2014) EPC/TIS exhaust diagrams, Diesel D13A (1.3 DDiS) turbo/downpipe gasket notes in service literature.

Popular questions

Does the 2009 Suzuki Splash have an exhaust gasket?
Yes. Petrol models use a manifold-to-head gasket and a spherical front pipe gasket, the diesel has sealing gaskets at the turbo/downpipe and further joints. These are shown in Suzuki’s Splash Service Manual and EPC, and mirrored in the Agila B diagrams.

How long do exhaust gaskets last on a Splash?
Often many years, sometimes the life of the vehicle. Heat cycles, corrosion, and disturbed joints shorten their life. After 100,000 km or any time the joint is undone, a fresh gasket is wise insurance against leaks.

Is it safe to drive with a leaking exhaust gasket?
Not ideal. Leaks can let fumes into the cabin, skew O2 sensor readings, hurt fuel economy, and trigger a check engine light. Excess noise or emissions can also jeopardise roadworthy/WOF. It’s best sorted promptly.