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#442 of 491 turn off ESP function by benbenwan Nov 21, 2005 (9:50 pm)
I just bought 06' GV for few days, can anyone tell me how to turn off ESP function. The manual said press and hold the ESP off button, but it doesn't work. Can anyone help? Replies to this message: xostnot (Dec 18, 2005 8:07 pm)
#444 of 491 Re: turn off ESP function [benbenwan] by xostnot Dec 18, 2005 (8:07 pm)
Replying to: benbenwan (Nov 21, 2005 9:50 pm) I've heard you have to press the button for 8 seconds, which will seem like an eternity. I don't know if you have to be stopped for it to take effect. I've also heard that beyond a certain speed, like 30kph?, it turns on by itself again. It seems they really want you to have it turned on.
#445 of 491 changing engines 99' to a 04' ? by rick502 Dec 19, 2005 (7:53 pm)
I want to replace my 1999 GV engine w/ a 2004 engine which has 10 extra hp. Is their any reason the 2004 won't swap? thanks, rick502
#447 of 491 Re: Squeaking Noise [mick9772] by doc11 Dec 30, 2005 (1:49 am)
Replying to: mick9772 (Nov 02, 2005 7:01 am) Hi mick9772   The Squeeking noise is generated by friction between the small rubber bumpers and the bonnet paint work. To prove it to yourself just clean both slap on a bit of grease and I reckon you will be sqeek free. Rubbers are all over the car between doors,tail gate and under the bonnet.If you clean them regularly you will stop the noise.It happened to me the first time after driving on dirt roads.The height of the rubbers under the bonnet are adjustable just screw them one way or the other and you'll see what I mean,you might help the problem by adjusting them.   Hope this helps.
#448 of 491 Re: GV 2005 intermittent start problem [macwiz] by krist_eros Dec 30, 2005 (12:59 pm)
Replying to: macwiz (Nov 07, 2005 2:50 pm) hi Mine is a 01 90km and did just that twice! I know cars fairly well and I can tell u that this is something in the fuel supply. I would appreciate much in case u find out what that is to have it posted and I will do likewise in case I find the end of this symptom. thanx n happy new year kris
#449 of 491 02 xr7 or grand vitara? by kootenayjim Jan 02, 2006 (5:18 pm)
Pardon my ignorance but I just bought what I think is a 02 XR7 [ says it on wheel cover] but the dealer called it a grand vitara on papers- any hints ?  I like the machine - has 81k and nice to get a 4wd again - used to have older jeeps and my other is a 91 Astro awd and my joy is a 74T500 Titan Suzie motorcycle KJ Replies to this message: steve_ (Jan 02, 2006 5:24 pm) kootenayjim (Jan 06, 2006 7:36 am)
#450 of 491 Re: 02 xr7 or grand vitara? [kootenayjim] by steve_ HOST Jan 02, 2006 (5:24 pm)
Replying to: kootenayjim (Jan 02, 2006 5:18 pm) Are you sure it doesn't say XL7 on the wheel cover?   Steve, Host Replies to this message: kootenayjim (Jan 06, 2006 7:36 am)
#451 of 491 GV Timing Chain Noises by doc11 Jan 03, 2006 (9:47 pm)
Hi Everyone, I have just successfully stopped the dreaded GV Timing Chain Rattle on my 2000 Grand Vitara and would like to thank Ray (bisray) for his post as it made my job a little easier. As I tried to find a manual with no luck (probably like everyone else out there) the tip about the Impossible to remove Harmonic Balancer Bolt was handy as I could see how you would think you might be turning it the wrong way. (Thanks Mate) I thought I would add my experience to the Frey in case it helps some other adventurer as they decide to fix the problem themselves. For a start forget about trying to source a manual if you have enough mechanical skills to attempt this job you won't need it anyway. I’ll just add a few things that I discovered or thought of whilst doing the job. TIP1. I could not undo the Harmonic Balancer bolt with even 380ft/lbs on the impact wrench. (Here is what I did.) 19mm socket on bent extension bar with 2ft extension pipe, hand brake on in Reverse Gear. Get a 10inch "G" clamp and a small piece of 2"x1/2" hardwood, Get a friend to turn the socket as far as he can then lock the clamp on to the harmonic balancer using the hardwood to protect the outside of the balancer from damage by the clamp. Allow the clamp handle to ease back onto the bottom chassis cross brace so you can get a second bite with the socket and that should be enough to crack it. (Good luck it took ages to figure this out) but it works. TIP2. Loosen Both Rocker Cover Bolts 2 at the front and 1 at the back (you can't get at the other back one) and gently slide the tip of a stumpy screwdriver between the rocker cover gasket and the head, you only have to flex the cover about 1mm or 1/10th of an inch to allow easy removal and much easier replacement of the timing case. This stops you causing damage to the rocker cover gaskets during reassembly. TIP3. I use aircraft gasket sealing cement on all Aluminium machined joints (Black thick Liquid) and have never had an oil leak after an engine assembly. Smear it on both sides to be joined with a bit extra where the head and block join and valley and block join also on the inner timing case stud towers. (Don’t forget the front of the sump cover) and by the way don't overlook undoing the 4 front sump bolts before trying to remove the timing cover. TIP4. Tie up your Timing Chains before you remove any Tensioner or guide bolts if they slip around the gears you're in for trouble unless you have a manual to show you the timing marks. I always get a paint pen and mark the chain at several points on the crank and the camshaft sprockets so if the worst happens and something slips you will be OK.Change the tensioners and guides that are worn 1 at a timothy while you have it apart change the lot labour is the expensive part anyway. TIP5. I had to change 3 guides and the LHS tensioner, the 3 guides were showing wear and it is generally recommended to change the LHS tensioner I don't know why Unless the new part has been modified (I couldn’t see any difference) I think maybe the oil relief hole in the tensioner needs to be bigger this might make it less jerky as the chain spins around (only a thought). LAST TIP I noticed that the small chain that drives the oil pump from the crankshaft was very sloppy and ticked when I moved it around, it has a manually adjustable tensioner which I adjusted (I'm wondering if anyone else has noticed this) and I'm wondering if this was most of the noise. Oh yeah, the Dealer wanted to charge me $2800.00 to do the job. Parts were approx $200.00, what's going on in this world. I live in Australia. In response to some other posts I have read THE DEALER won't have to remove your engine and it is very unlikely that he would have to replace your Timing Chains. Shame on Suzuki for not fixing this problem with a Recall and I sure hope they have addressed the problem with the 2.7 litre engine as I was planning on an upgrade in a year or two but I will be finding out first. The main bragging rights for Timing Chain Engines is that you don't have to change a timing BELT every 70,000 KM. Let me tell you it is a snack to change a timing belt compared to Chains which are supposed to last for ages sometimes forever. Sorry this is a bit long winded but I hope it helps someone in need.   Chris. Replies to this message: blodgett3 (Feb 20, 2006 4:37 am)

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