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Re: RPM's [cob]
by old911guy
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Aug 22, 2006 (5:52 am)
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Replying to: cob (Aug 21, 2006 8:11 am)
Sort of sounds like the electric overdrive switch is "Off", or the transmission is stuck in the power mode (if you have a "normal-power" mode selector switch. My 2002 Vitara had this problem and my mileage/engine rpm figures were similar to yours. Look for indicator lights on the dash that say either "O/D OFF" or "POWER". Good luck with it!
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Re: RPM's [old911guy]
by cob
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Aug 22, 2006 (7:47 am)
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Replying to: old911guy (Aug 22, 2006 5:52 am)
I don't have a problem with the RPM'S I was replying to Workingman6 post about his 2001. My O/D switch is on the light on the dash is off. The other switch is in the normal mode otherwise the Power light would be on. BTW if you are in the power mode at a steady speed the RPM's are the same as if you were in the normal mode. The only difference between normal and power is during acceleration where the shift points change.
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- #261 of 314
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RPM's
by workingman6
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Aug 22, 2006 (4:31 pm)
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No lights on the dash. But thanks for answering my message.
RPM's just sounded high to me. Thanks again
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- #262 of 314
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Back door
by workingman6
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Aug 22, 2006 (4:34 pm)
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Does anyone know how to keep the back door from rattling when you hit any bumps? Every thing seems to be tight.
2001 Suzuki GV.
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- #263 of 314
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Tires
by cdodge04
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Sep 10, 2006 (3:05 pm)
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i just bought a vitara with 21565R16 tires, my question is if i drop down to a 15 inch tire would i see an improvement in gas mileage? and what size 15inch tire should i look at getting?
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- #264 of 314
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Re: keyless entry system [zukimock]
by thorsham
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Oct 21, 2006 (6:38 am)
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Replying to: zukimock (Oct 14, 2005 10:46 am)
I'm having the same problem with a '04 Suzuki Grand Vitara . works most of the time. I've had the dealer look at the problem but when I get there its working. They've looked into it but have no idea why they work most of the time but for that 5% they don't. They have replaced the batteries in both remotes but still acts up.
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- #265 of 314
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Timing Belt vs Chain 1999 Vitara 5 speed
by floridabelle
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Jan 02, 2007 (6:41 pm)
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Replying to: thorsham (Oct 21, 2006 6:38 am)
Have had this car a year; now has 62,000 miles on it. She needs a new serpentine belt and while having worked on, wondered about Timing belt. You guys are going to love this: one mechanic said the car had no timing belt, one guy said it would need a new chain at $700, and one mechanic tried to argue with me that the 4 cyl had a 1.5 engine (it has a 2.0). How frustrating/scarey to be a woman and trying not to get ripped off these days. So question: Does it have belt or chain? When does it need to be changed? Serpentine belt is squeaking, mostly on the high humidity days we have here at the beach. Advice please!!!! 
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- #266 of 314
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CD player and noise left side
by 4whlskir
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Jan 03, 2007 (8:02 pm)
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2004 Vitara. Left the rear view mirror light on and it drained battery down. I was able to start on 2 try but CD player ejects CD and wants to constantly eject with engine off and creates Err message in the tuner display. I current have a CD stuck in 1/2 way to keep the CD player from doing this. Radio works fine. Really wierd. Also have a odd rattle that sounds like it's coming from left side beneath the side door. More noticeable when I make a left or right turn
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- #267 of 314
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Re: Timing Belt vs Chain 1999 Vitara 5 speed [floridabelle]
by duckfan1
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Jan 09, 2007 (10:14 pm)
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Replying to: floridabelle (Jan 02, 2007 6:41 pm)
The timing chain on the 99 Vitara is gets changed when it breaks. That should be at around 250,000-300,000 miles. There is however a plastic guide inside the engine that's a wear item. When it starting to go bad, the engine will make a rasping sound on a cold start. As the engine warms, the noise will go away. Hearing that sound is no reason for panic, just get it fixed when you get a chance.
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- #268 of 314
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Problem with clutch on a 97 TD
by muckerz
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Jan 18, 2007 (4:17 am)
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Hey guys,
I've got a 97 TD Vitara, and the clutch went wrong on friday.
I press the clutch down and the car just wont go in to gear.
I can get it into gear by stopping the engine and putting it in gear and starting the engine again... but the car just moves away by itself then without me touching the accellarator.
Any help would be muchly appriciated.
Many Thanks
John 
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