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#51 of 314 bmuelle1 by KarenS HOST Aug 01, 2002 (10:37 am)
Have you checked the NHTSA site? What is NHTSA?
#52 of 314 the hamster is still in ICU by mopar67 Aug 02, 2002 (12:53 pm)
I saw the harness and it was melted from the alternator all the way back to the starter relay. The alternator is toasted too. Still waiting on parts and I still have the Esteem to drive. Keeping fingers crossed.
#53 of 314 To KarenS by bmuelle1 Aug 03, 2002 (2:37 am)
I submitted a e-mail complaint to the NHTSA last Monday and haven't heard anything since. I think it would help if others with the same condenser problem would submit a complaint also. Might just get their attention if more than one complaint was turned in.   Bernie bm1279hotmail.com
#54 of 314 Plan for fix of A/C condenser by cosmo2 Aug 04, 2002 (2:28 pm)
I plan to check with the local Suzuki dealer's service department this week regarding replacement of my A/C condenser. (I trust them more than the local Chevy dealer.) After I have a new condenser I plan to remove the fan assembly and mounting brackets and place a decorative aluminum sheet cut to size in front of the condenser. I'll use the fan assembly mounting brackets to fasten the aluminum sheet in place, and place washers on the four bolts that hold the fan assembly to the mounting brackets to create more space between the fan blades and the aluminum sheet. That should protect the new condenser from damage from the fan blades, unidentified flying objects, excess air pressure, or whatever is causing the damage. I bought the aluminum decorative sheet at a local hardware store for $25.00. It is 36" X 24" X .02" and has nine 1/8" holes and 100 1/16" holes per square inch, so there should be ample air flow.   By the way, since the engine cooling fan is on whenever the engine is on and is pulling air through the A/C condenser, anybody know why the need for an auxiliary fan in front of the condenser?   In regards to complaining to NHTSA, its worth a try, and I'll add my complaint. However, since this problem does not appear to pose a safety hazard, I doubt that there will be any action. I suggest owners of 4 cylinder Trackers and Vitaras with this problem also complain to Consumers Union. Maybe the bad PR will motivate CAMI to acknowledge the problem and offer a fix. I can't imagine anything irritating Suzuki more than giving CU more ammunition.
#55 of 314 Condenser Problem by zeke707 Aug 05, 2002 (5:51 am)
After my condenser is replaced, I plan to install a bug screen in front of the electric fan area with the hope that will reduce damage to the fins. I also have wondered if by disconnecting the electric fan, the damage would be eliminated while allowing the A/C to function OK. I also have to believe Cami knows of this problem. I wonder how the 2002 or 2003 models are/will be fairing in regards to this problem? Would be curious to see for example, if the condenser has been redesigned, etc.
#56 of 314 The hamster is still down by mopar67 Aug 06, 2002 (6:30 pm)
Still waiting on the frigging alternator....I guess they must be shipping it from Japan or from outer space.
#57 of 314 TO mopar67 by bmuelle1 Aug 07, 2002 (2:51 am)
One thing I've learned from this whole condenser fiasco was BUY AMERICAN!   Bernie
#58 of 314 bmuelle1, I did prior to this by mopar67 Aug 07, 2002 (3:24 am)
I owned a Dakota, bought new, and it spent a LOT of time in the shop. I figured I could avoid that by getting an Asian vehicle.....well, guess I was wrong. Goes to show that problems can hit any car/truck today no matter where its made. Some just have more problems than others.
#59 of 314 I've Noticed by zeke707 Aug 08, 2002 (6:55 am)
After starting our 2000 Vitara 2.0 liter with 17k on the clock, a slight chirping or squeeking sound from under the hood. Sounds like either the serpentine belt or water pump? Goes away after a few minutes but is more pronounced than a few weeks ago.
#60 of 314 Noisy belt by bmuelle1 Aug 09, 2002 (2:34 am)
My wife had that problem with her Tracker also. The noise was at first her belts getting dry and was solved with a bit of WD40 but eventually had to be replaced. Our second round of squeaking came just a month or so ago when the condenser cooling fan went at a cost of $500.00. The fan squeaked and then finally seized up causing it to keep blowing fuses. For those of you keeping track this occurred just a few days after having my condenser replaced. However, my mechanic did warn me at the time that because of the squeak that the cooling fan was going and eventually needed to be replaced. A few days after that conversation the fan seized up.   Bernie

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