Parts for your 2023 Suzuki Splash-Strut mounts

2023 Suzuki Splash strut-mounts — what they do and when to replace them

Strut-mounts are relevant on a 2023 Suzuki Splash. Suzuki’s service literature for the Splash/Ritz platform specifies a MacPherson strut front suspension with an upper support (strut mount and bearing), and major aftermarket catalogues from KYB and Monroe list front strut-mounts for the Splash/Ritz. The rear uses a torsion beam with separate dampers, so there are no rear strut-mounts.

On the Splash, the front strut-mounts sit at the top of each front strut assembly. They clamp the strut to the body, cushion vibration with a rubber isolator, and—because the Splash steers via MacPherson struts—house a bearing so the strut can turn smoothly with the steering. When they’re fresh, steering feels light and quiet, and road harshness is kept out of the cabin.

Over time the mount’s rubber can crack or compress, and the bearing can dry out or pit. That shows up as clunks over speed humps, a creak or graunch when turning the wheel at low speed, vague or darty steering, and chopped inner or outer tyre wear. If any of that sounds familiar, it’s time to inspect the mounts along with the struts and top bushes.

Service-wise, there’s no fixed change interval, but a good rule in Aussie and Kiwi conditions is to inspect every 40,000 km or two years, and expect replacement somewhere between 80,000 and 150,000 km depending on roads and loads. Any strut replacement is the perfect moment to fit new mounts and bearings—doing them together saves labour and prevents a fresh strut from being paired with a tired mount.

• Always replace strut-mounts in axle pairs to keep steering feel even left to right.
• Use quality OE-spec mounts with integrated bearings for accurate steering return to centre.
• After fitting, get a full wheel alignment, camber and caster can shift when mounts settle.
• Listen for any post-repair noises—an undertorqued top nut or mis-seated spring can mimic a bad mount.

Workshop notes techs will appreciate: support the knuckle to protect the CV joints, compress the spring safely with a proper compressor, and torque the centre nut with the strut secured to avoid spinning the shaft. These basics keep the Splash driving tight and tidy, with steering that feels right at home on Aussie and NZ roads.

Popular questions about 2023 Suzuki Splash strut-mounts

Do all 2023 Suzuki Splash models have front strut-mounts?
Yes. The Splash uses MacPherson struts up front, so it has front strut-mounts with bearings. The rear suspension is a torsion beam with separate shocks, so there are no rear strut-mounts to worry about.

How often should Splash strut-mounts be replaced?
There’s no strict interval. Inspect every 40,000 km or two years. Many owners see replacements between 80,000 and 150,000 km, sooner if the car tackles rough roads or speed bumps daily.

Can worn strut-mounts cause steering noise or tyre wear?
They can. Common signs include clunks over bumps, a creak when turning at parking speeds, heavier or notchy steering, and irregular tyre wear patterns. If you notice these, book an inspection and alignment check.