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#1254 of 2255 buying a 2003.. by jtk152 Nov 26, 2003 (12:15 pm)
Jayzmahal- My family has had great luck with isuzu products over the years. My 2002 rodeo LS 4x4 has so far given me 1.5yrs & 17Kmi w/ zero problems. It really depends on what your expectations are. If you want a tough, reliable, old-school truck based "SUV", that is comfortable & looks good, go for a rodeo or axiom. You will not find more truck for your dollar anywhere. Generally speaking, they are more reliable than a comperable blazer, explorer or durango. They are not the truck for you, if you dont keep up on REGULAR maintenance, and as stated, they are not the way to go if you plan on getting a good buck in resale value. Resale for isuzu's has not been great. If you are looking to just add gas & stop at the "iffy-lube" a few times a year, get a CRV or RAV4 & stay away from a truck. G/luck Joel
#1255 of 2255 Suspension Squeak by crownedone Dec 03, 2003 (5:16 am)
Hi everyone, Just bought a brand new 2002 Rodeo, and not a week later did it start squeaking as I drove over small bumps on the road. It's been to the dealer 3 times for this problem, and they've told me that they've lubricated many parts in the suspension. Still, the problem continues. It's quite an irritating sound! Ugh! It occurs sometimes more when I'm turning or breaking. Any ideas?
#1256 of 2255 Voltage by armtdm Dec 03, 2003 (7:02 am)
The drop in the dash meter upon acceleration, lights on, A/C etc. is perfectly normal. We inquired about this when we had a new alternator put on and if you read your owner's manual, mine at least, states that this gauge will fluctuate when driving.   I would not be concerned unless it drops to a new low at some point but fluctuation is normal
#1257 of 2255 2002 squeek.. by jtk152 Dec 03, 2003 (11:17 am)
crownedone- are you 100% sure of the location of the noise? Check the bump stops on the hood & make sure they are threaded out enough to hold the hood firmly when it's latched. G/luck Joel
#1258 of 2255 Pinging remedy by drmp Dec 12, 2003 (1:49 pm)
My '99 Passport has been pinging every now and then. I started reseaching until I read a detailed article written by a chemist who used to work at Mobil, formulating fuel additives for mobil gas.   This is what I learned, any brand of gas will have their own kind of residue that tend to build up unless you switch to another brand which cleans up the residue but the second tends to form it's own residue. It was recommended to switch to another brand every few months to prevent residue build up, I switch every fill-up. Bottomline, switch from one brand to another. I also switch from 87 to 91 octane depending on the presence of the ping and then back.   I used to pour chevron techron fuel system cleaner with consistent elimination of ping but it then came back after about 2-3K miles. Now with gas brand and octane joggling, pinging has been well under control.   I am vey sure this is one of a hell very helpful information for you 'pingers' out there.
#1259 of 2255 RE: Suspension Squeak by crownedone by prymlskrem Dec 14, 2003 (7:33 pm)
Crownedone - I KNOW what you are going through. I have a 2002 Rodeo Sport v6 with less than 10K on it.   A few thousand miles ago it started squeaking on the left side...now it squeaks on the right side too. It's like a rubbing, chafing noise from the suspension wheel well area that something is loose and is going to fall off. It isn't constant but it's a loud and obnoxious racket when it's going on. "Squeak, squeak, squeak...rub, rub, rub..."   The dealership "looked at it" (for all of two seconds) the last time I had it in. All they did was look at me funny, like it couldn't possibly be making noise and adjust the hood, which isn't where the sound comes from. And of course, it won't make the noise at the dealership. If you've found a solution to your problem, let me know! Anyone else have any ideas??
#1260 of 2255 Squeakedy Squeak :^) by amigo_john Dec 15, 2003 (8:06 am)
Both my Amigo and Rodeo squeaked like crazy when going over bumps. I couldn't figure out where it was coming from. Turns out it was the seatbelt fastener bolt under the seat squeaking! Century Isuzu found it and put plastic washers on each side of the bolt on my Rodeo and it stopped! I never did get the Amigo fixed and it still squeaks. The squeak sounds like it is coming from underneath. I know this probably isn't what is causing your squeak but the Isuzu manager told me they found it all the time on Rodeos... When I told him about the phantom squeak he told me to take it to a parking lot and drive around with the seatbelt off and see if the squeaking stopped. It did...
#1261 of 2255 2002 squeek.. by danimal11 Dec 19, 2003 (12:25 pm)
jtk152,   I was experiencing what I thought was a squeak in my suspension in my '01 Rodeo. After reading your post, I noticed my hood was lower than the quarter panels. I opend it up, raised the bump stops, and no more squeak! You saved me a lot of trouble! Thanks.
#1262 of 2255 Edmund reviews are useless by isuage Dec 19, 2003 (4:33 pm)
Dont give any merit to any review from Edmunds. For 2004 the Rodeo has the 'best' engine for performance and efficiency. And the reviewer simply just 'skips' that fact.   I've driven a 2000 for 60kmiles, and there have been no recalls, and I've had no problems with it, other than a burned out bulb that was replaced under warrenty. And it's been driven offroad, in the snow and in -30degree weather. It's even been driven for 28 continous hours. The mileage has been 'slightly' better than promised 20.5 - 21mpg with 350lbs of cargo.   It's been a solid off road vehicle .
#1263 of 2255 re: reviews by tidester HOST Dec 19, 2003 (6:58 pm)
That's a pretty big leap!   If you have issues with the editors then please fill out the Feedback Form. They'd love to hear from you.   tidester, host

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