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#239 of 314 Re: Timing Chain Tensioner replacement [mick72] by laurel3 Jul 10, 2006 (5:56 pm)
Replying to: mick72 (Jun 01, 2006 5:11 pm) Hello ... I have a 2000 Grand Vitara; heard a rattling under the car, took it to the dealer, and they quoted me about $1,000 to replace the timing tensioner. Unfortunately, I don't know anything about this--I'm away from my usual mechanic (my father) for the first time--and I'm hoping someone can offer a little more enlightenment on the last thing the mechanic said, which was "It could fall apart tomorrow, or it could last another 5 years. I've seen cars go both ways."   Since I don't actually have $1,000 on hand at the moment, I'm wondering whether that means that I absolutely shouldn't be driving the car until this is fixed, or whether it's not a total crisis yet. And what does "fall apart" mean, exactly? (I.e. what would happen if it went tomorrow--would I do additional damage to the car?) In short, panic or don't panic? Thanks very much. Replies to this message: suzanneg1 (Nov 13, 2008 7:47 pm) branwenw (Nov 14, 2008 5:00 am) suzanneg1 (Nov 14, 2008 8:08 am)
#240 of 314 2002 Vitara automatic transmission stuck in "power" mode by old911guy Jul 15, 2006 (8:24 am)
I have a 2002 Vitara 2.0 L with 76K miles on it and after placing transmission in power mode recently, it won't come out of it. Dealer was not helpful, just saw $$$ signs and said bring it in, as there was no single likely problem which would cause this. Can't find anything in owner's manual about a fuse or relay which governs normal/power setting. Can anyone point me in the right direction to resolve this problem? I also just changed the transmission fluid to Mobil 1 synthetic and filter (which did not need changing). New posting, new member, never done this before, could use a hand. Thanks! Replies to this message: tidester (Jul 15, 2006 10:40 am)
#241 of 314 Re: 2002 Vitara automatic transmission stuck in "power" mode [old911guy] by tidester HOST Jul 15, 2006 (10:40 am)
Replying to: old911guy (Jul 15, 2006 8:24 am) Welcome aboard!   While you're waiting for a reply here you may also want to try Transmission Traumas? as well. It's not Vitara specific but you can get some really good pointers there!   tidester, host
#242 of 314 Petrol (gas) for 1995 Suzuki vitara by samran Jul 18, 2006 (12:15 am)
Hi all,   Am living in Thailand and we recently purchased a second hand 1995 vitara 5 door as a run-about vehicle (new cars are really expensive here due to the import tax).   Anyway, the model we have runs on 95-unleaded. However, the thai government has seen fit to introduct a new 95-unleaded with a 10% ethanol mixture in it and phase out the 'pure' stuff.   My question is, am I able to use this new mixture with our model of car, or should I switch to 91-unleaded and then top it up with a bottle of 'octane booster' with every fill.   Thanks foryour time. Replies to this message: old911guy (Jul 20, 2006 5:58 pm) old911guy (Jul 28, 2006 6:40 pm) samran (Jul 29, 2006 5:29 am) steve_ (Jul 29, 2006 9:22 am)
#243 of 314 Re: Petrol (gas) for 1995 Suzuki vitara [samran] by old911guy Jul 20, 2006 (5:58 pm)
Replying to: samran (Jul 18, 2006 12:15 am) There is commonly 2 methods used to compute octane rating in the USA. I am not that familiar with the formulas, but does Thailand use the same method? Most vehicles here run quite well on 87 octane, with the highest octane normally available at the pumps is 93 octane. 95 octane here would be very expensive and basically a waste of money. The higher the compression ratio, the higher the octane the engine would require. I would first determine what method is used there to compute octane ratings, and then determine what the compression ratio is for your engine. Normally aspirated engines here in the 8.5:1 to about 9:1 compression ratio get along well on 87 octane. Engines above that level ususally require higher octane gas. Turbocharged and supercharged engines, although many have low compression ratios, require high octance gas, as my son's 2002 Mustang GT with a supercharger and intercooler does. Low octane gas makes it spark knock. The "gasohol" mixture should work OK in most engines, although some older engines may have a problem with the fuel system seals not tolerating alcohol very well. I am not an authority on this, so check with someone who is. You might also expect a slight decrease in mileage using the alcohol-gasoline mixture. Hope this helps a little. Good luck.
#244 of 314 Re: 2000 Suzuki Vitara 5spd [2thdoc1] by banker843 Jul 25, 2006 (3:57 pm)
Replying to: 2thdoc1 (Mar 31, 2006 1:14 pm) Evening 2thdoc1...did you ever discover & repair your Suzuki? I'm curious as I know have the same problem & my mechanic has not idea what the problem is & our local Suzuki dealership doesn't seem to be much help either. Can you provide any assistance as to the cause & solution of the problem. Thanks!! Replies to this message: old911guy (Jul 27, 2006 7:40 pm)
#245 of 314 Re: 2000 Suzuki Vitara 5spd [banker843] by old911guy Jul 27, 2006 (7:40 pm)
Replying to: banker843 (Jul 25, 2006 3:57 pm) Actually, I did. Dealer was no help, just wanted me to bring it in so they could puzzle over it at $65.00 per hour. I removed the normal/power switch and the light went out. It also felt like the transmission was in normal mode. So I ordered a replacement switch (almost $30.00!) and after a week it arrived. Suzuki car parts service sucks! I installed the switch and everything is working fine again. The switch is the most vulnerable point of the system (so easy to spill something and gum it up) so that was my thought as the most likely source of the problem. I lucked out as that was what the problem was.
#246 of 314 Alert for 2006 Suzuki Aerio SX owners (FUEL TANK) by old911guy Jul 28, 2006 (6:33 pm)
Attention all 2006 Aerio SX owners: If you are having a problem putting gas in your tank, you are not alone. We have had the problem with ours since we bought it last November, and talked to another owner tonight, and you guessed it: that owner is having the same problem. We have now been waiting weeks for parts and it turns out regarding one part, there were none available in the country to cure the problem. We got all kinds of song and dance from the dealer, basically denying there was a problem. We pushed the issue and they finally agreed that there was a problem putting fuel in the tank. The fix requires removal of the gas tank and replacing 3 parts. 2 parts were located within 2 weeks, but the 3rd piece, the valve for the air vent was not availabe anywhere in the USA. This was the tipoff that there may be a widespread problem and that the fix would require a newly designed part to replace the original one(s). We were told that it would be a month or more before the part would be released by Suzuki, after having the car in the shop for 2 weeks. Lo and behold, after another week, the mysterious unavailable part was suddenly available. Another week to obtain a service appointment, and maybe by the end of the first week of August, the car MAY be fixed. Time will tell. If you are having a problem putting gas in your tank, go see your dealer and don't take "No" for an answer. Feel free to let me or others know you are having a similar problem. Stay tuned!
#247 of 314 Re: Petrol (gas) for 1995 Suzuki vitara [samran] by old911guy Jul 28, 2006 (6:40 pm)
Replying to: samran (Jul 18, 2006 12:15 am) How about an update regarding your earlier posting. I wonder if you got a satisfactory answer to your problem. Thanks! Replies to this message: samran (Jul 29, 2006 5:29 am) steve_ (Jul 29, 2006 9:22 am)
#248 of 314 Re: Petrol (gas) for 1995 Suzuki vitara [old911guy] by samran Jul 29, 2006 (5:29 am)
Replying to: old911guy (Jul 28, 2006 6:40 pm) Yes, thanks for the help!   Octane ratings are different here, 91 and 95. So I guess the engine compression is different. Replies to this message: steve_ (Jul 29, 2006 9:22 am)

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