The Toughdog 2.5" Lift Kit for the Suzuki Jimny (1998-2017) pairs raised front and rear coil springs with Toughdog Foam Cell shock absorbers, a twin-tube design using a foam-filled cell to separate oil from gas and cut aeration on corrugations. Adjustable panhard rods correct axle-to-chassis alignment at ride height, while castor correction bushes restore steering geometry that a lift changes. The kit ships complete with extended brake hoses and ABS sensor relocation brackets, so you're not chasing extra parts mid-install. Every kit is backed by Toughdog's manufacturer warranty and dispatched from Australian stock, with our 4WD lift kit specialists on hand for fitment questions.
Browse all compatible suspension parts for your Suzuki Jimny using our parts finder.
| Make | Model | Series | Years | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki | Jimny | SN413 | 1998-2017 | 1.3L Petrol |
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Spring rate choice depends on what the Jimny carries day to day. A stock or lightly accessorised Jimny suits the standard raised spring rate in this kit, while a vehicle fitted with a steel bull bar, winch, roof rack or rear drawers may ride better on a firmer rate to keep the raised height under constant load. Common accessories affecting spring selection include bull bars and winches up front, and roof racks, rear bars, spare wheel carriers or drawer systems at the rear — tell our team what's fitted before you order.
This is a bolt-in kit suited to an experienced DIY installer with basic hand tools and a spring compressor, or a 4WD workshop fitting a full suspension changeover. Wheel alignment is mandatory after fitting to reset castor, camber and toe at the new ride height. Allow a 500km bed-in period for the coil springs and shock bushes to settle before final alignment. If you're chasing further geometry correction beyond the included castor bushes, pair the kit with control arm upgrades.
Toughdog has supplied 4WD suspension to the Australian aftermarket for decades, with Foam Cell shock technology developed for local conditions rather than adapted from a road-car platform. Kits are covered by Toughdog's manufacturer warranty and are commonly fitted to Jimnys used for weekend touring and light trail work. You can view the full Toughdog range to compare shock and spring options across other 4WD platforms.
This kit suits Jimny owners wanting clearance for tighter tracks, rutted fire trails or rock steps without moving to a road-focused low-profile tyre setup. Weekend tourers running a rooftop tent or rear drawer system benefit from the raised rear coil and matched shock valving. Owners planning heavier constant loads should also look at airbag suspension to manage variable payload on top of the raised springs.
In stock in Australia and dispatched fast — browse our full lift kit range or contact our team for fitment advice on your Jimny before you order.
This Toughdog kit is designed for the Suzuki Jimny SN413 built between 1998 and 2017. If your Jimny falls outside this range, or you're unsure of your model year, check our parts finder for the Jimny or contact our fitment team directly. Confirming your build year avoids ordering the wrong coil rate or bracket set.
This kit raises the Jimny by 2.5" at both the front and rear using raised coil springs matched to Toughdog Foam Cell shocks. The lift is achieved through spring height, not shock length alone, which keeps shock travel and geometry in proportion. Actual ride height gained can vary slightly with vehicle load and tyre size.
The kit includes front and rear Toughdog Foam Cell shock absorbers, raised front and rear coil springs, adjustable panhard rods, castor correction bushes, extended brake hoses and ABS sensor relocation brackets. Mounting hardware and bushes needed for installation are included. Upper and lower control arms are not included and are sold separately if you need further geometry correction.
The Jimny is a light-duty tow vehicle, and this kit is built around raised coil springs sized for the vehicle's standard GVM rather than a heavy constant load. If you're regularly towing at or near the Jimny's rated tow capacity, tell our team what you're towing so we can confirm the right spring rate for your setup. Shock valving in this kit is matched to the standard raised spring, not a heavy-duty tow-specific rate.
Not necessarily — this kit includes castor correction bushes to address the steering geometry change from the 2.5" lift. Some owners running larger tyres or wanting further caster and roll centre correction choose to pair the kit with upgraded control arms. Our team can advise whether your intended tyre size and use warrant the extra step.
Yes, wheel alignment is mandatory after installing this kit. Lifting the vehicle changes castor, camber and toe, and the included castor bushes and panhard rods need to be set correctly at ride height. We recommend aligning the vehicle after the 500km bed-in period once springs and bushes have settled.
Spring rate should match what your Jimny carries day to day — a bull bar and winch up front, or a roof rack, rear bar or drawer system at the back, all add constant load that affects the ideal rate. This kit ships with a standard raised spring rate suited to a lightly accessorised Jimny. Contact our team with your accessory list before ordering if you're running heavier gear.
A 2.5" lift typically opens up clearance for a moderately larger tyre than stock, but exact clearance depends on wheel offset, tyre width and whether flares or trimming are needed. We recommend confirming your intended tyre size with our fitment team before purchasing wheels and rubber. Rubbing at full lock or full compression is a fitment issue we can help you avoid.
This kit is covered by Toughdog's manufacturer warranty, which applies to the shock absorbers and springs against manufacturing defects. Warranty terms are honoured through 4WD Suspension as an Australian stockist, so you're not dealing with an overseas claims process. Contact our team with your invoice details if you need to make a claim.
Yes, this kit is designed to retain a comfortable, controllable ride on sealed roads while adding off-road clearance, rather than being a track-focused setup. The Foam Cell shocks are a twin-tube design intended for everyday and touring use, not a stiff competition valving. Most owners run this kit as their daily setup and take it off-road on weekends without changing anything.
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