Parts for your 2017 Suzuki Splash-Power steering pump

2017 Suzuki Splash power-steering-pump: is it fitted, and what to know

For anyone hunting a replacement 2017 Suzuki Splash power-steering-pump, here’s the clincher: that model doesn’t use a hydraulic power-steering pump at all. Multiple technical sources confirm this. The Suzuki Splash/Ritz factory Service Manual (Steering section) specifies an Electric Power Steering (EPS) system with a column-mounted assist motor and EPS control unit. The Suzuki Electronic Parts Catalogue for the Splash/Ritz platform lists the EPS motor/ECU, torque sensor and column assembly, but no hydraulic pump, reservoir, hoses or belt-driven steering components. The twin-under-the-skin Opel/Vauxhall Agila B workshop documentation also details a column-assist EPS layout, again with no pump. Even the owner’s handbook references electric-assist steering and provides no guidance on hydraulic fluid checks because there isn’t any to check.

So, why is a power-steering-pump not used on the 2017 Suzuki Splash? EPS was chosen for efficiency, packaging and reliability. With an electric motor providing assist directly on the steering column, there’s no engine-driven pump sapping power, no fluid to leak, and no hoses or seals to age. That trims fuel use a touch, keeps maintenance simple, and allows variable steering assist that the EPS control unit can dial up or down based on speed and driver input. It’s a tidy setup for city-friendly hatch duties, especially across Aussie and Kiwi urban kilometres.

If the steering ever feels heavy or the EPS warning light pops up, it’s seldom a “pump” issue—because there isn’t one. The smart play is to check battery health and charging system first (low voltage can upset EPS), scan for EPS fault codes with a capable scan tool (Suzuki SDT-II or equivalent), and inspect the steering column connectors and earths. A technician can also check the intermediate shaft joints, rack boots and alignment. There’s no power-steering fluid to top up, and no belt-driven pump to replace as part of regular servicing. Keeping the electrical system in good nick and addressing any EPS warnings promptly is the best maintenance approach on a 2017 Suzuki Splash.

• Key takeaways: no hydraulic pump, no fluid reservoir, no hoses—just an EPS motor, ECU and sensors.
• Service focus: battery/alternator health, EPS diagnostics, column/rack inspection and alignment.

Popular questions about 2017 Suzuki Splash power-steering-pump

Does a 2017 Suzuki Splash have power-steering fluid or a pump to replace?
No. The Splash uses Electric Power Steering, so there’s no hydraulic pump or fluid reservoir. If steering assistance is inconsistent, look to the EPS system—battery/alternator, fuses, wiring and fault codes—rather than hunting for a pump.

Why is my Splash’s steering heavy and the EPS light on?
Heavy steering with an EPS warning often points to low system voltage, a blown fuse, a connector issue, or a stored EPS fault code. A technician can scan the EPS module, check charging voltage, and verify the column motor and torque sensor operation. There’s no hydraulic fluid to bleed or replace.

Can a hydraulic power-steering-pump be retrofitted to a 2017 Suzuki Splash?
It’s not practical. The car is engineered around an electric column-assist system. Converting to hydraulic assist would require major changes (rack, lines, reservoir, pulleys, brackets), add complexity, and deliver no real-world advantage over the factory EPS.