Parts for your 2020 Suzuki Splash-Power steering pump

2020 Suzuki Splash power-steering pump — is it used?

Short answer: a power-steering pump isn’t fitted to the 2020 Suzuki Splash. The Splash platform (shared with the Opel/Vauxhall Agila B) uses a column‑assist Electric Power Steering (EPS) system, so there’s no hydraulic pump, no reservoir, and no power-steering hoses. This is confirmed in manufacturer workshop literature for the Splash/Ritz steering section (which details EPS architecture), Opel/Agila B technical documentation for the shared steering column motor and control module, and common parts catalogues that list an EPS motor/ECU rather than any hydraulic pump assembly.

Why go pump‑less? EPS replaces the traditional belt‑driven hydraulic setup with an electric motor on the steering column. That means less engine drag, better fuel economy, fewer leak points, and simpler packaging up front. By 2020, any Splash on Aussie or Kiwi roads is running that EPS hardware, so a hydraulic power‑steering pump simply isn’t a service item on this model.

What should owners and techs focus on instead? Keep the 12‑volt electrical system healthy — EPS is sensitive to low voltage, so a tired battery or dodgy alternator can make the steering feel heavy or intermittently cut out. If the EPS warning lamp pops up, scan for fault codes before swapping parts, common checks include the column torque sensor calibration, steering angle sensor alignment after alignment work, and the integrity of the EPS motor connector under the dash. Because there’s no fluid, there’s also no belt, no pump seal, and no hose to maintain — nice and tidy. During routine servicing, a road test for steering feel, a visual inspection of the column area and intermediate shaft, and a quick check of wheel alignment and tyre pressures will keep the Splash pointing sweet as.

• No hydraulic fluid to flush or top up.
• No power‑steering pump, belt, or high‑pressure lines to replace.
• Focus on battery condition, charging voltage, and EPS diagnostic checks.

FAQs

Does a 2020 Suzuki Splash have a power‑steering pump?

No. It uses column‑assist Electric Power Steering (EPS), so there’s no hydraulic pump, reservoir, or hoses. The steering assist comes from an electric motor and a control unit on the column.

What replaces the pump on the Splash’s steering system?

An electric motor and an EPS control module provide the assist. Inputs from the torque sensor and vehicle speed determine how much help the motor gives. It’s efficient, compact, and doesn’t sap engine power like a belt‑driven pump.

What maintenance does the Splash’s steering actually need?

There’s no fluid service. Keep the battery and charging system in good nick, check for EPS warning lights, and ensure alignments and steering angle calibrations are done after suspension or steering work. Regularly verify tyre pressures and inspect the column and intermediate shaft for play or noise.