This thread is worth a read http://www.suzuki-forums.com/1g-1999-2005- vitara-grand-vitara/25629-timing-chain-rattle-130k-question-please.html There are a few...
I took my '04 XL-7 (@ ~ 80K Km) in a few months ago with some oil weeping from the front seals. They replaced the seal under warranty. Cost $1300 I paid $0 ...
A little off topic. We also have a Suzuki Swift - It got hit the other day and had to go to the paint shop for repair (under Insurance - fully covered) When we...
They told me the engine and drive train were covered up to 100K Km, so I was in the clear. There are some items that expired last year, I believe it was 60K...
The problem with the Tensioner on these engines appears to be the lack of oil at initial start up, especially in freezing conditions, which is why most of the...
I agree, and the problem is worsened by using inferior oil filters with poor anti-drainback valves. If oil drains back after motor has been sitting for a few...
The initial high rev spike at start up wouldn't be helping the situation either IMHO. Around 2000RPM idle at cold start is ridiculous, if your oil pressure...
Mark, I am also in need of upstream o2 sensors on both banks. Can you tell me the part number and location where you purchased them? Thanks, John _____ From:...
Well i just hit my second deer with my 08 GV. Not as bad as the first one the bill from that one from the body shop was over $5,000.I need an Brush Guard any...
Would anyone have a contact / part number for the universal O2 sensor? I need these asap and I have been unable to find then under 185. Thanks, John _____ ...
That's why the engine turnes over three times before strating to build oil pressure. Use the factory filter and the correct oil or syn and as long as you have...
Has anyone had a problem with not being able to get the tailgate open? I also had a 1995 Sidekick that did the same thing. The latch won't release. Can the...
The latches are prone to rusting and seizing. Remove everything and lubricate or replace what's necessary. Rear seat removal should just be a case of undoing...
I have a 2001 XL-7 with rear air-con that blows plenty of cold air for the rear passengers during summer, however it doesn't blow warm air in winter. Is this...
It is only for cold air or circulating air. The rear air is not connected to the heater. Thank you, Ben C WARNING - CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE This e-mail and...
Thanks Ben, glad to hear that my system isn't faulty. regards, Chris ... connected to the heater. ... contain confidential and privileged information. Any use,...
I run my 2001 Air-con on a weekly basis to stop the seals from drying out, but I never use the rear air-con. Does the rear air-con have seals, or is it just an...
The only seals are on the threading on the pipe itself. You don't have to run it. Thank you, Ben C WARNING - CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE This e-mail and any...
Lay down lots of newspaper and try to position the drain tray under the filter area...... Think of it as a preventative rust treatment on the crossmember. :)...
Thanks for the tip, it really is the messiest 'oil filter changing' job that I have ever come across, and I have owned many different cars over the years. I...
Hi there I just returned from my dealership. They informed me that Suzuki has been pulling dealerships from a lot of longtime dealers, and that they believe...
Could be just a GM thing, I think that Suzuki and the other Japanese car makers will be around for a long time yet! Where I live the Suzuki Dealership is a...
I have a 2002 XL7 which continues to serve me faithfully, but I am increasingly concerned with the cost of fuel. Does anyone have any information about the...
Check out this Link- http://www.lpgautogas.com.au/index.cfm?Action=Convert It has a handy "Payback Calculator" that lets you work out how long it will take to...
IMHO you'd be a brave person to let someone loose on your XL-7 to do a conversion. Most likely they wouldn't have been converted before so your car would be...
I just checked and ULP is currently 92.7 and LPG 45.3 in Adelaide, Australia (cheapest prices.) Their fuel usage figures on that site are very "over zealous"...
