Swift Diesel, Saga continues. The DIESEL experience! Part II 72k kms Update Page 182. Now SOLD!

white_vdi · 20th October 2009, 23:29

@ anand: i've touched 171-172 on my ddis. get yours checked.
and for the turbo kick, get your air filter checked and if it doesnt work then look at the turbo plumbing.

Thad E Ginathom · 20th October 2009, 23:33

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gill

There is an audible difference in engine noise when the car is idling and with clutch depressed in idle.What could be the reason for this?

The gearbox itself will add to the sound, even in neutral.

Jaggu · 21st October 2009, 12:22

Quote:

Originally Posted by anandkumargb

3 problems with my DDIS, run about 15k kms, stock wheels and tires.

1) Top speed does not cross 130 Kms?

2) I think..the turbo which should kick at around 2200 RPM..I do not feel it anymore..its linear. I do feel it in the 3 rd gear though.

3) When I brake hard, DRRRRRR... sound. Not happy with the braking!

Team - Need your help here pls.

Regards

1) & 2) clean the filter first before you do anything else.

3) Did you drive in rain or wash the car wheels? If so this sound is common to many cars, including Swift. If not get it checked and good idea to overhaul the brakes at 20k kms.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gill

There is an audible difference in engine noise when the car is idling and with clutch depressed in idle.What could be the reason for this?

What kind of noise and is it less or more? When you disengage clutch engine free's a lil more.

Gill · 21st October 2009, 22:07

the sound is lower with clutch engaged.

Manu0611 · 22nd October 2009, 18:11

Hi Guys...
Got the delivery of my silky silver VDi last monday. I must say I was in love with it as I stepped into the showroom on the day of the delivery and saw the only one silky silver baby in the yard. Got autocop remote locking and seat covers installed in the dealership itself and did hit the road in about 2 hours time.

A few issues (only if they actually are) that are kind of bothering me -

1. The noise when I push the accelerator a bit hard. But when I tried to pull the RPM down a bit the noise cuts down. Is this normal?

2. While re-fueling, I could smell diesel for a long time inside the cabin. The AC was on so the windows were rolled up and still the smell was persistent for good 15-20 minutes. But after that there was no smell at all.
Don't know wot the problem was. Can there be some kind of leakage problem?

Can anyone please advise on the above?

shantyrocks · 23rd October 2009, 00:10

Quote:

Originally Posted by Manu0611

Hi Guys...
Got the delivery of my silky silver VDi last monday. I must say I was in love with it as I stepped into the showroom on the day of the delivery and saw the only one silky silver baby in the yard. Got autocop remote locking and seat covers installed in the dealership itself and did hit the road in about 2 hours time.

A few issues (only if they actually are) that are kind of bothering me -

1. The noise when I push the accelerator a bit hard. But when I tried to pull the RPM down a bit the noise cuts down. Is this normal?

2. While re-fueling, I could smell diesel for a long time inside the cabin. The AC was on so the windows were rolled up and still the smell was persistent for good 15-20 minutes. But after that there was no smell at all.
Don't know wot the problem was. Can there be some kind of leakage problem?

Can anyone please advise on the above?

regarding
1) It is quite common to hear the diesel clatter when you step on the accelerator hard.It will lessen after around 4k kms once the run-in is properly done.

2) It is possible that the diesel fumes entered the cabin.Do not worry.Its nothing serious.

congratz for your ride and eenjooy..!

king_julian · 23rd October 2009, 13:05

My VDi has done about 800 km till now. When I am cruising at about 80 kmph on a smooth highway (4th gear, about 2000 rpm), I can feel a bit of a throbbing vibration coming through the seat. It's on the mild side, but it's there for sure. But there's no vibration coming through the steering (I used the steering vibration at around 80 as an indication that it's time to balance the tyres in my old Zen). Is this just something that will go away as the engine runs in? Or should I get the balancing checked during the first service (at my expense of course, not that I mind as it will increase the tyre life if indeed there is a balancing issue)

Thanks,
Amit.

Jaggu · 23rd October 2009, 13:13

Good idea to check the wheel balancing if there is vibration trickling in through chassis at a particular speed, before that check if the tire pressure is proper on all 4 tires.

king_julian · 23rd October 2009, 14:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jaggu

Good idea to check the wheel balancing if there is vibration trickling in through chassis at a particular speed, before that check if the tire pressure is proper on all 4 tires.

Hmmm... okay. Which brings to the question - I'm running with 185/70 R14 tires - should 33 F and 31 R be okay?

Manu0611 · 23rd October 2009, 16:11

Quote:

Originally Posted by shantyrocks

regarding
1) It is quite common to hear the diesel clatter when you step on the accelerator hard.It will lessen after around 4k kms once the run-in is properly done.

2) It is possible that the diesel fumes entered the cabin.Do not worry.Its nothing serious.

congratz for your ride and eenjooy..!

What's the ideal run-in distance for swift? I maintain 60-70 kmph and sumtimes touch 80-90 kmph.. Is tht ok during the run-in. I have done around 550 kms till now.

Arvind Sharma · 23rd October 2009, 16:33

Hi Friends,
I got my swift transported from pune to chd through packers and movers but i suspect foul play here. It seems that they have driven it all the way from pune to chd, but the meter reading does't show this at all. Can you guys suggest how can i get this thing confirmed?.
The other issue is that the immobilizer sign that comes on and goes off after some time now does not go off till the start the car.....is it fine or something is wrong with the car?

Eddy · 23rd October 2009, 17:28

Arvind, do they have loading and unloading receipts ?

Jaggu · 26th October 2009, 11:59

Quote:

Originally Posted by king_julian

Hmmm... okay. Which brings to the question - I'm running with 185/70 R14 tires - should 33 F and 31 R be okay?

Yup 33/31 should be fine if you do city driving without much load.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Manu0611

What's the ideal run-in distance for swift? I maintain 60-70 kmph and sumtimes touch 80-90 kmph.. Is tht ok during the run-in. I have done around 550 kms till now.

First 650 kms some amount of caution. Start winding up the RPM slowly, then on to your normal driving till 1000 kms. From 1000-5000 drive normally but avoid red lining. 5000-10000 drive as you please. But this engine will completely free up only by 10000 to 15000, when it becomes smooth and silent.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Arvind Sharma

Hi Friends,
I got my swift transported from pune to chd through packers and movers
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is it fine or something is wrong with the car?

Drive it and you should know, any odd rattles thuds. Check underbody and mudguards for muck.

With warning light do you mean immobilizer or ECU, if ECU its a minor code. Connect to scanner and see what the code is, rectify and reset and lights will go back to being normal.

anandkumargb · 26th October 2009, 21:04

[quote=Jaggu;1541343]1) & 2) clean the filter first before you do anything else.

Got the Air filter cleaning done today, Car now just flies in each gear. I think I am back in business. Thanks Jaggu for the advice! Helped me.

One more question -

My ride quality is bad, how do I improve?

Background - For about 3k kms I used, 205/50/16 wheels. Ride was super harsh and then I sold the big wheels, reverted to stock 165/80/14 set up. I guess earlier big wheels have taken a little bit of toll on the suspension.

Currently running on stock set up with the assumption that ride quality will improve, but unfortuantely no good. Feel suspension is very stiff, I maintain tyre pressure of 32 front and 30 rear. When I rush over uneven roads (read Kamakhya theatre road, towards Devegowda petrol bunk), ride is bad, thud suspension sound. Today, along with Air filter cleaning, got the suspension also checked, they said nothing is wrong. They have cleaned and greased them.

Want to know what will make my ride better:

1) Will reducing the tyre pressure further help?
2) Which set of tyres will drastically improve the ride quality?

Thanks again!

Jaggu · 26th October 2009, 21:48

Try Michellins they help with ride, but are soft so careful. Air pressure dont go below what you are running, since it will affect tire life and FE.

Swift suspension is stiff, nothing much you can do there.

20th October 2009, 23:29	#871
white_vdi BHPian Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: new delhi Posts: 857 Thanked: 38 Times View My Garage	@ anand: i've touched 171-172 on my ddis. get yours checked. and for the turbo kick, get your air filter checked and if it doesnt work then look at the turbo plumbing.
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21st October 2009, 22:07	#874
Gill BHPian Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Mohali Posts: 701 Thanked: 16 Times	the sound is lower with clutch engaged.
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22nd October 2009, 18:11	#875
Manu0611 BHPian Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: New Delhi Posts: 27 Thanked: 0 Times	Hi Guys... Got the delivery of my silky silver VDi last monday. I must say I was in love with it as I stepped into the showroom on the day of the delivery and saw the only one silky silver baby in the yard. Got autocop remote locking and seat covers installed in the dealership itself and did hit the road in about 2 hours time. A few issues (only if they actually are) that are kind of bothering me - 1. The noise when I push the accelerator a bit hard. But when I tried to pull the RPM down a bit the noise cuts down. Is this normal? 2. While re-fueling, I could smell diesel for a long time inside the cabin. The AC was on so the windows were rolled up and still the smell was persistent for good 15-20 minutes. But after that there was no smell at all. Don't know wot the problem was. Can there be some kind of leakage problem? Can anyone please advise on the above?
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23rd October 2009, 13:05	#877
king_julian BHPian Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Pune Posts: 99 Thanked: 3 Times View My Garage	Balancing issue? My VDi has done about 800 km till now. When I am cruising at about 80 kmph on a smooth highway (4th gear, about 2000 rpm), I can feel a bit of a throbbing vibration coming through the seat. It's on the mild side, but it's there for sure. But there's no vibration coming through the steering (I used the steering vibration at around 80 as an indication that it's time to balance the tyres in my old Zen). Is this just something that will go away as the engine runs in? Or should I get the balancing checked during the first service (at my expense of course, not that I mind as it will increase the tyre life if indeed there is a balancing issue) Thanks, Amit.
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23rd October 2009, 13:13	#878
Jaggu Team-BHP Support Join Date: May 2004 Location: Bangalore Posts: 20,215 Thanked: 15,904 Times	Good idea to check the wheel balancing if there is vibration trickling in through chassis at a particular speed, before that check if the tire pressure is proper on all 4 tires.
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23rd October 2009, 16:33	#881
Arvind Sharma Newbie Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: pune Posts: 19 Thanked: Once	Hi Friends, I got my swift transported from pune to chd through packers and movers but i suspect foul play here. It seems that they have driven it all the way from pune to chd, but the meter reading does't show this at all. Can you guys suggest how can i get this thing confirmed?. The other issue is that the immobilizer sign that comes on and goes off after some time now does not go off till the start the car.....is it fine or something is wrong with the car?
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23rd October 2009, 17:28	#882
Eddy Team-BHP Support Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Delhi Posts: 9,387 Thanked: 13,300 Times	Arvind, do they have loading and unloading receipts ?
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26th October 2009, 21:04	#884
anandkumargb BHPian Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 207 Thanked: 180 Times View My Garage	DDIS - Top Speed 130 KMS!! Resolved now [quote=Jaggu;1541343]1) & 2) clean the filter first before you do anything else. Got the Air filter cleaning done today, Car now just flies in each gear. I think I am back in business. Thanks Jaggu for the advice! Helped me. One more question - My ride quality is bad, how do I improve? Background - For about 3k kms I used, 205/50/16 wheels. Ride was super harsh and then I sold the big wheels, reverted to stock 165/80/14 set up. I guess earlier big wheels have taken a little bit of toll on the suspension. Currently running on stock set up with the assumption that ride quality will improve, but unfortuantely no good. Feel suspension is very stiff, I maintain tyre pressure of 32 front and 30 rear. When I rush over uneven roads (read Kamakhya theatre road, towards Devegowda petrol bunk), ride is bad, thud suspension sound. Today, along with Air filter cleaning, got the suspension also checked, they said nothing is wrong. They have cleaned and greased them. Want to know what will make my ride better: 1) Will reducing the tyre pressure further help? 2) Which set of tyres will drastically improve the ride quality? Thanks again! Last edited by anandkumargb : 26th October 2009 at 21:05.
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26th October 2009, 21:48	#885
Jaggu Team-BHP Support Join Date: May 2004 Location: Bangalore Posts: 20,215 Thanked: 15,904 Times	Try Michellins they help with ride, but are soft so careful. Air pressure dont go below what you are running, since it will affect tire life and FE. Swift suspension is stiff, nothing much you can do there.
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