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Replying to: vtfarmboy (Sep 12, 2007 2:17 pm) I have a problem that just started yesterday where the car just would not start -- the starter motor would not engage -- although the idiot lights all work, along with headlights, etc. In desperation I disconnected the battery, let it sit for about 10 minutes, and re-connected it. The starter motor and engine did crank but it seemed to do so very slowly, kind of like what you would expect when the battery was about to shoot craps. I was able to drive the vehicle home and it started a second time, but on the third attempt it once again would not crank over. I took the battery to an auto parts store and it checked out fine. Does anyone have any idea what to try next? Thanks, GF. |
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Replying to: grouchofields (Oct 26, 2007 4:55 pm) Twice now in 2 years the engine has totally died. All other electrics were OK ( lights starter etc.) No "check engine" light. Starter would crank normally, but no start. Since the car has a vibration at freeway speeds I checked those relays that I could find ( not quite sure why so many relays when a switch would do). No go. Tried again, started right up and ran the 1000 miles to home. Now a year later same problem. Did the relay game again. No go. Since I was only a mile from home I had AAA tow it. With manual in hand I located another flock of relays cleverly located high up on the left kick panel above the cabin fuse panel (there's more fuses in the engine compartment). Shook, removed/replaced ALL. No go. Jumpered the fuel pump relay (sub'd a wire for the make/break contacts). No go. Cussed. A lot. Two months later I was listening to the radio in the car ( I have comments on removable stereo faces too !) and just by chance cranked the engine. Fired right up ! One of my manuals ( I have Haynes & the 2 volume factory book ) mentioned, ever so casually, "intermittent fuel pump, likely a poor ground". Before I drop the tank and preemptively replace the fuel pump, as well the too small wire (read, minimum needed !), has anyone met and cured this problem ? Since my Cherokee blew a head gasket I need the Tracker ! Thanks, Tom PS; Just went for the smog test. Test codes erased due to battery disconnect (that 2 months must be it !). Was told to do “at least 100 miles” on the freeway to reset the computer. That in a car I’m afraid to drive at all ! I have visions of an 18 wheeler bearing down on me when the engine conks out !
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Replying to: grouchofields (Oct 26, 2007 4:55 pm) I want to invest a few bucks in it this year so any ideas of what I need to prioritize I would love to know. This is my last car purchase and I want to keep it in immaculate condition. I am 57 and have so many other things I need to do with my money than buy a new car...TRAVELLLL!!! I am retired so the luxury cars have come and gone. Decided to make a practical purchase in '99 that would be inexpensive to maintain. So any thoughts please please let me know.......
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Replying to: ipaqnme (Jun 27, 2007 10:10 am) The prior owner of my Tracker had the heater core replaced 3 years ago - and it just started leaking again. Her cost was $800 - that's $300 core (outrageous !) PLUS $500 labor. I'm doing it myself, so believe me, I understand the labor cost. NOTHING is built for maintenance since the designers think mechanics are, at best, monkeys. I replaced 3 very minor emissions parts on my wife's Corolla. $372 for parts that were so minor in size & complexity that $100 SHOULD have been high. By the way I'm 70 and still working on this stuff ! Good luck, Tom |
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Replying to: needtrackrhelp (Jul 07, 2007 9:25 am)
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Replying to: trackerdon (May 31, 2007 6:57 pm) |
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Hi there, My past massages dealt with me breaking the timing chain and trashing my engine in my 2001 Tracker. I have since replaced the engine with a low mileage, wrecking yard engine. The engine has run good and has performed well, up until now... It began one day recently, when it was rather hot. I had stopped for gas and when I got in an re-started it, it acted like it was out-of-timing and trying to kick backwards. Finally after letting it set 10 minutes or so, it started and ran smoothly??? Well, it has gotten progressively worse. Last week, it was a hot day, I got stuck in stop & go traffic and it sputtered and coughed and stopped. After letting it set for 5/10 minutes, it started, ran smoothly and I was able to get out of the stop & go mess. It happened again this last Saturday, after driving about 50/60 miles, it coughed and stopped running. Again, Let it set 5/10 minutes, it started right up and I continued my trip without a problem. It appears to me that it is the Cam Sensor problem you folks have been mentioning. MY QUESTION IS: Is the Cam Sensor just a bolt-on replacement, or does the timing have to be set by it? (Like a old Distributor required?) Also, the AutoZone inexpensive replacement, is it a quality-built replacement part, or junk? By the way, my 2001 Tracker has 230,000+ miles on it and is still tracking on! (except for this minor glitch!) |
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Replying to: snichol (Mar 17, 2008 10:27 am) |
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Replying to: lawaimike (Mar 17, 2008 3:13 pm) I notice you that you said your wife had a 2003 tracker, When did she start having problems with it? I am curious as well because my 2003 Tracker started spurtering & and basically dies, takes about 20 minutes before it can start again. Its been in and out of shops and supposely driven by other people .... I am to the point I feel like i am losing my mind. I been dealing with this slight problem for a year!!!! Its scary when it happens in a intersection turning area. Trina
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