Parts for your 2018 Suzuki Splash-Power steering pump

2018 Suzuki Splash power steering pump — what’s actually fitted

For anyone hunting a power steering pump for a 2018 Suzuki Splash, here’s the straight answer: this model doesn’t use a hydraulic power steering pump at all. The Splash runs a column‑type Electric Power Steering (EPS) system, so there’s no belt‑driven pump, no fluid reservoir, and no hydraulic hoses on the car.

This isn’t guesswork. Factory technical references list the Splash/Agila-B platform as EPS-only: the Suzuki (Splash/Ritz) Workshop Manual’s Power Steering section specifies a column-assist electric motor and torque sensor, the Suzuki electronic parts catalogue for KB-series models shows no hydraulic pump or lines, and the Opel/Vauxhall Agila B (the Splash’s twin) TIS documentation also details an EPS column module rather than any hydraulic components.

Why no pump? EPS delivers assist via an electric motor on the steering column, controlled by an ECU using signals from a steering torque sensor and vehicle speed. That design brings a few wins:

• Fewer service items: no fluid, no pump belt, no hoses or seals to chase for leaks.
• Efficiency: the alternator only feeds the system when assist is needed, trimming fuel use and emissions.
• Packaging and reliability: compact hardware in the cabin, away from engine-bay heat and grime.

What should owners do instead of “pump” servicing? Keep the electrical side healthy. A tired battery or poor alternator output can make the steering feel heavy at low speed, and loose grounds or corroded terminals can trigger the EPS warning lamp. It’s smart to check the steering column universal joints for play or binding, make sure the front alignment and tyre pressures are on-spec, and get the car scanned for EPS trouble codes if a warning light pops up or assistance cuts in and out.

Typical EPS fault signs include an EPS lamp on the cluster, intermittent heavy steering after start-up, or assistance that changes with bumps. Technicians will usually perform a code scan, load-test the battery, confirm charging voltage, and then evaluate the column motor/torque sensor assembly before calling the column unit itself.

• Does a 2018 Suzuki Splash have a power steering pump?
  No. It uses an electric column-assist EPS system, so there’s no hydraulic pump or fluid to service.
• What maintenance is needed for the Splash’s steering?
  Keep the battery and charging system in good nick, check terminals and grounds, maintain correct tyre pressures and alignment, and inspect the column joints. There’s no power steering fluid to change.
• Why does the steering feel heavy or inconsistent?
  Common causes are low battery voltage, alternator issues, poor connections, or faults in the EPS column (motor/torque sensor). A diagnostic scan will point the way.