Parts for your 2017 Suzuki Splash-Drive belt

2017 Suzuki Splash drive-belt: what it does and when to change it

Technical sources confirm the 2017 Suzuki Splash uses an accessory (serpentine) drive-belt. The Suzuki Splash/Maruti Ritz workshop manual and the Suzuki K‑series engine service manual specify a timing chain for the camshafts (so no timing belt), while parts catalogues from Gates (Micro‑V) and Dayco list auxiliary drive-belts and tensioners for 1.0 (K10B) and 1.2 (K12B) Splash variants. That makes a drive-belt relevant on this model for running the bolt-on gear at the front of the engine.

On this Splash, the drive-belt spins the alternator and A/C compressor, on many specs the water pump is also belt-driven. It’s a simple loop of EPDM rubber with ribs that grip the pulleys under the bonnet, quietly keeping the electrics charged and the cabin cool. Because the engine uses a timing chain internally, owners don’t have to book timing belt changes, but the external drive-belt still needs inspection and periodic replacement.

For everyday servicing, a good rule of thumb is to have the drive-belt checked at each service (around every 10,000–15,000 km or 12 months in Aussie and Kiwi conditions). Replacement typically falls between 60,000–100,000 km or 4–6 years, depending on use, climate, and whether there’s any noise or visible wear. Local driving with lots of short trips, dust, or heat can shorten that window.

• Watch for squeals or chirps on cold start, flickering battery light, weak A/C performance, or temperature creep if the water pump runs on the belt.
• Look for cracks across the ribs, fraying edges, glazing/shiny patches, missing ribs, or rubber dust around pulleys.
• Have the tensioner and idler pulleys checked, rough bearings or a weak tensioner will chew through a new belt fast.
• Keep oil and coolant off the belt, contamination shortens belt life and causes slippage.

When it’s time to replace, choosing a quality EPDM belt matched to the exact Splash engine (K10B or K12B) and A/C fitment is the go. Correct routing and tension matter, a quick recheck after a week or two of driving helps catch any settling. With a healthy drive-belt, this tidy little Suzuki keeps its electrics happy and the cabin comfy without a fuss.

Popular questions

Does a 2017 Suzuki Splash have a timing belt?
It doesn’t. The K‑series engines in the Splash use a timing chain for valve timing, so there’s no timing belt to replace. The external accessory drive-belt is separate and still needs periodic inspection and renewal.

How often should the 2017 Suzuki Splash drive-belt be replaced?
Have it inspected every service and plan on replacement about every 60,000–100,000 km or 4–6 years. Replace sooner if there’s noise, cracks, glazing, or if the tensioner/idlers are worn.

Which drive-belt fits a 2017 Splash?
Fitment depends on engine (K10B 1.0 or K12B 1.2) and whether A/C is fitted. The safest bet is to match by VIN or use a reputable parts catalogue, there are different lengths/rib counts across variants.