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Suzuki Grand Vitara is leaking water. If it's the AC can I still drive it?

ms_cotton — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 09:07:46 GMT

thanks for yor help

Suzuki Grand Vitara AC leaking water

ms_cotton — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 09:52:10 GMT

Duh I am getting the hose fixed tomorrow but needed to use the car today and drive it to the shop tomorrow so I wanted to make sure it was ok to drive LOL

hi, how do you remove the front discs on a p reg suzuki vitara 1.6,long wheel base,thanks

naya — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 15:25:26 GMT

i removed the caliper complete but the disc just not want to move,is there anything else i have to do or is it just rusted on

How do I set the clock on my 2002 Suzuki XL-7?

ssnead — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 22:24:18 GMT

I just bought a 2002 Suzuki XL-7. It did not come with owner's manual and I can't set the clock. It has a AM/FM Radio w/cassette and single CD. Any help would be welcome. Thanks

Firing order and cylinder diagram 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara

meka1 — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 15:18:28 GMT

1999 suzuki grand vitara v-6 firing order and cylinder location?

2003 Suzuki Aerio tire recomendation? Mostly driving in south Florida.

jaarts — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 13:02:42 GMT

2003 Suzuki Aerio - tire recomendation
average 25,000 miles/ year
live in Miami, FL
I want to make sure the tire has good traction in wet conditions

Where do I get an owner's manual for a 2007 Suzuki Forenza?

boydm — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 08:32:56 GMT

My granddaughter purchased one of these vehicles but it does not have a manual. Where do I find one?

1996 Suzuki 5 door. Rear brakes - how to replace with picture?

scotty2hotty01 — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 16:10:05 GMT

1996 suzuki rear brakes remove and replace with picture

Suzuki Aerio license plate lights don't work..

blue2004sx — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 10:46:30 GMT

I have a 2004 Suzuki Aerio hatchback/wagon. I need to replace the licence plate lights as both dont work anymore. Any help appreciated. Could not turn/pry off the lenses. Tried to remove the backing behind the back door too but didnt work, no access to it.

How do I remove front rotors of a 04 Suzuki Aerio hatchback?

blue2004sx — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 08:27:23 GMT

I was trying to replace my front brakes in my 04 Suzuki Aerio Hatchback. The calipers/pads were no problem but the rotors would not budge. I have checked for hidden screws but have found nothing so far. Any suggestions before I start banging it loose? Any input appreciated.

99 Suzuki 1.3 L cam timing.

bghayd — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 01:48:35 GMT

99 Suzuki 1.3 L SOHC 16 Valve. Question: How to set cam timing after valve job and timing belt replacement? Book very sketchy. Note: cam sprocket has two mounting position keys, E and I ?
I don't want to have to do this twice!
Thanks

I have a 2006 Suzuki XL-7. I've had to replace the rotors two times and pads once and it still shakes when driven and when braking.

robcab10 — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 09:45:59 GMT

the car i got in may 2008 and has only 36000 miles

Forenza 2004, I lost all lights driving at night, now car wont start. Any insights?

betgeis — Sun, 13 Jan 2008 08:09:55 GMT

2004 Suzuki Forenza, 2 days ago lost the ability to autolock all doors with the drivers door. Last night driving put on high beams the lights appeared to dim, then lost all lights (exterior and interior), radio, rear defrost, etc. Flashers worked. low beam came back. When I pulled into driveway put high beams on the engine died, lost all lights again inside and out. Now the car wont start.

2003 Aerio SX wagon service engine light is on. Any idea what it may be on 36,100 miles on car

davepm — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 09:37:45 GMT

I was driving last night and the service engine soon light came on. My 2003 Suzuki Aerio SX wagon has 36,100 miles on it. I do not have an owner's manual. Does anyone know if the light comes on after a certain amount of mileage is used on the car (ie 36,000)? Or if it means there is a problem and what the problem may be.

Defective camshafts on 2007 Suzuki XL7s. The check engine light came on, the dealer said that the codes show a cam problem

ceuser — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 15:05:46 GMT

Bought a new Suzuki 2007 xl7 in September. The vehicle has been ok, have put on almost 8,000 miles. The check engine light came on and I took it immediately into the dealer. The codes indicate that there is a misfire caused by a defective camshaft. The dealer is getting the parts (camshaft and rocker arms).

This is a brand new vehicle. Has anyone else experienced this problem?

Does this mean I have a "lemon"... What is the prognosis for this type of problem in a new vehicle. The service/dealer guy said that he has seen this a few times already on the 2007 xl7s. What should I be thinking?

The vehicle gave me 21 mpg highway and 16 city. Thanks for looking.

86 Suzuki Samurai registering WOT and the switch on Carb is good can not pass emission, any suggestions

trest702 — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 19:03:48 GMT

i have tested all the switchs on the carb and everything is good but it is registering the WOT to the Contol modual and i can not figure out a way to stop it from dumping too much fuel in the carb, any one else run into this

Would appreciate any information about towing my 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara, wiring hook up, tow brackets, and any other information

ace79 — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 23:29:25 GMT

Want to install wiring necessary to connect to my MH to tow 2007 GV. I know of wire s under left door but maybe better location. Please advise.I wired 2000 Tracker from that location. Also any information about Bracket's to attach tow bar would be helpful. Thanks Ace79

Where is the hood latch release located on the 1996 Suzuki X-90?

lwx002 — Sun, 23 Mar 2008 23:11:56 GMT

I cannot locate the latch release for the hood on the 1996 Suzuki X90.

Susuki Esteem transmission isuues

luquisr — Thu, 22 May 2008 22:43:27 GMT

I have a susuki Esteem 2000, engine 18 with an overdrive light on and off. computer diagnostic torque converter problems. Runs good, no jerking or slipping. Any suggestions?

How to tighten a loose bumper on Suzuki XL-7

teri654 — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 11:05:52 GMT

Purchased a 2003 Suzuki XL-7 from private owner who just had front bumper replaced before I bought it. The bumper seems "loose" though. I had an auto tech tell me that only way to fix was to replace the bumper but all it needs I think are replacement fasteners, which he said couldn't be purchased seperately. Is this true? Is there a way to tighten the bumper without replacing it?

I put plugs, rotor, cap, wires and air filter on a 95 Suzuki Sidekick. Now it just fires. Won't start. What could it be?

fig2 — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 17:37:41 GMT

I put plugs,rotor,cap,wires,airfilter,on my 95 Suzuki Sidekick 16 valve 4x4, because it wasint running that well.Now it just fires and wont start. I checked the firing order and that looks good.I bought all new parts at another store and tried it again.Nothing.What else could it be?

Is anyone else having problems with their 2006 Suzuki Verona? Mine is clunking on acceleration at 5, 21 mph etc.

drue2 — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 01:08:12 GMT

2006 Suzuki Verona
Sloppy shifter knob
windshild wipers arm came loose and quit in rain storm
Call stalled out and steering locked up, so far only once
Car repeatedly "clunks" and now vibrates with the clunking at 21 and 5 mph
on reacceleration only, And not all the time. Dealer claims they are unable to recreate the clunking. I have had it in 5 times for the clunking but so far I guess my family are the only ones that can hear and feel it.
It is very obvious.

My Suzuki Grand Vitara keys won't open the doors or tailgate but the keyless remote works. Any suggestions?

msgrand — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 23:54:30 GMT

I can't program the second remote, the instructions are confusing and don't work. The working remote unlock button is sporadic and I stood in a parking lot for five minutes unable to open the car because the remote wouldn't work and the keys don't either. Anyone know what is going on?

I have an 1988 Suzuki Samurai and the check engine light is on.

megblack51 — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 14:06:43 GMT

I have an 1988 suzuki samurai and the check engine light came on at 60,000 miles what does that mean, and what do I do.

2006 Suzuki Aerio wagon. Side impact test poor with standard side airbags, without good. How is that possible - older, no bag, no tests?

jkos — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 15:39:46 GMT

edmunds ratings list veh with side airbags poor rating and without good. but side air bags std on 2006 models and older models without bags no tests by edmunds. How is this possible? Was test only on sedan but written under wagon specs? How purchase veh without bags if std?

After replacing my condensor (leaked) and receiver dryer, my Suzuki Esteem high pressure is sitting at 300 lbs. What can be done?

2000suzest — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 12:29:51 GMT

2000 Suzuki Esteem The system is presently working.

Am looking for the cover for the rear license plate & lights for a Suzuki Sidekick.

leomahan — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 20:05:57 GMT

1992 Suzuki Sidekick JX Convertible 1.6L

Where is my heat sensitizing tube on my air conditioning system on a 2000 Suzuki Esteem?

2000suzest — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 22:01:54 GMT

Re high pressure on the high side 300 lbs

I have a 2007 Suzuki SX4. Need help with locating where air temperature plug is. Bought a chip that wires into it. Thank you.

dewssx4 — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 22:02:13 GMT

i bought a chip from slr performance.they say it needs to wire into the air temparture sensor,need the colors of theses wires and where to find this part please.it is a 2007 suzuki sx4 cross over,trying to get more power live in the moutains thanks

1999 Suzuki. 6 month old brakes. Recently had an episode of pushing brake to floor with no response. No problem since.

tucksbear — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 20:27:38 GMT

All 4 brakes less than 6 mths old, could there be something seriously wrong or something simple. We need to sell, but don't want someone to get hurt, but we have not ever had the problem again.

What do the different lights on the dash mean on a 2007 Suzuki Forenza?

cbees — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 14:23:42 GMT

I have a orange light that is round and has an "!" in the center of it, what does this light mean?

I put my key in the ignition and it won't turn, like it's stuck. Any advice? 2004 Suzuki Verona.

jeni05 — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 21:11:19 GMT

Ok, so, I put the key in the ignition of my 2004 Suzuki Verona like I always do, and when I tried to turn, it wouldn't turn. I tried everything including turning the steering wheel, making sure the car was in park, I mean, anything I could do myself I tried. Then my mom tried and the steering wheel seems stuck too. Anybody ever have a problem like that that got fixed?

How do I remove the air filter cover from a 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara?

whiskers — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 14:11:13 GMT

I am trying to replace an air filter on my 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. I have removed the clips, but am having troubles lifting the top cover off of the compartment that holds the filter. There is a hose that is attached to the top cover and it won't pull up. How do I remove the lid of the compartment? Thanks-

Suzuki Esteem 4 way flashers stopped working

blue2004sx — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 09:16:51 GMT

My 87 Suzuki Esteem's 4 way flashers stopped working yesterday. both signal lights are working. I checked the fuses but they all seemed fine. Any ideas from anyone who has encountered this one before I start ripping things off would be appreciated..Thanks

I have a '08 4x2 Suzuki Grand Vitara. Is it normal to hear a loud bang when shiffing from park to reverse?

riapoo — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 17:52:29 GMT

I did take it back to dealership and they cleaned the valves; changed trans, TCM, BCM, PCM, automatic transmission relay, and some other electrical stuff; checked the wire harness . After all of that, they said the all the grand vitaras function the same way. They actually showed it to me in two brand new vehicles. Their lead technican explained that the the loud bang occurs when the parking gear is disengaging, depending on the postion of the gear when it was put into park, the pin is under tension. I don't think it is suppposed to operate that way. What do you think?

Suzuki Grand Vitara alignment problems

jdaley — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 19:56:44 GMT

2007 Grand vitara 4wd 5sp manual,I have 60000 km on it and two allingments and on my second set of tires.I have heard of people getting new tires and free allingments.I would just like to get this solved it is getting to be quite annoying.My dealer gave me one new tire and took an act of god to get out of them if anyone has had these same problems and has been helped out somehow or another please answer me.Also my drivers door speaker has stopped working I did'nt blow it, I don't listen to music loud.Any help would be great again I am a newbie at this site and it is super!!!!

I have a 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara on the passenger under dash is leaking water. Help?

ms_cotton — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 00:31:09 GMT

umder the passenger side of the front dash board there is a hose coming into the car this hose is leaking water onto the floor mat I want to know if anyone knows what this hose is for check engine light came on floor is soaked

The bonnet (hood) release cable has snapped under the bonnet. How do I open it? It's a Suzuki Grand Vitara XL7

drewm26 — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 10:02:21 GMT

suzuki vitara xl7 04 bonnet release

04 Suzuki Forenza is losing fluids and they have already replaced engine. Any clue as to what problem is?

coopie — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 18:21:28 GMT

Engine light goes on and car runs rough. It is losing fluids, oil, antifreeze etc...they have replaced engine and problem still occurs-anyone have a clue??

I have a 2006 Suzuki Aerio with 65,000 miles. Check engine light is on. Help me ?

dariovaides — Sat, 01 Nov 2008 07:14:15 GMT

dont know what to do

How can I reset the airbag light and the clock? Suzuki XL7.

bgazar — Sun, 30 Nov 2008 12:21:33 GMT

I jumped another car with my suzuki XL7 and now the air bag light on the dash stays on and the clock won't stop blinking. I tried to unhook the Battery and hook it back up, that didn't work. How can I reset these?

What kind of maintenance do I need on a 2003 Suzuki Aerio SX?

cindylou — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 00:07:52 GMT

The temperature light stays on for a few minutes after starting the car, but then it goes out. The car does not over-heat. Do I need a transmission fluid flush at 28500 miles? Also, the brakes groan while putting pressure on the pedal, but I have been told the brakes are fine. The car has done these things since we bought it w/ 11000 miles on it. In addition, after the oil is changed, it still looks dirty. What do I need to do to keep this car in good condition?

I have a 05 Suzuki Aerio, and every time I turn to the right, the radio and the cd player gives me static.

Bigk72 — Sat, 20 Dec 2008 13:01:15 GMT

This has never happened, i replaced the stock radio with anohter stock, because the first one had fryed out completely, another first.

I have a Suzuki Vitara 1.6l which will not start. There is no spark at the plugs or from the coil. Any ideas?l

WASP — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 09:27:47 GMT

The car was driven all day and the next day it just would not start.There is no spark from the plugs or the coil. Suxuki Vitara 1.6 L reg

What is wrong when the alternator fan is not running? Suzuki Grand Vitara.

T_MOM — Fri, 02 Jan 2009 12:59:34 GMT

my battery died - when I got a jump start the man noticed that the
alternator fan was not turning - what action do I need to take?

Is it required to flush rear differential fluid, transfer case fluid and front differential fluid at 15,000 miles? Suzuki Grand Vitara.

terry206 — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 11:53:09 GMT

I had my 2006 Grand Vitara to the dealer yesterday for state inspection. The service writer told me that since I had more than 15,000 miles on it I had to change the rear differential fluid in order to maintain the warranty. Mandatory is the word he used. He said the others also should be changed at this time. I agreed, to the tune of $220 to get this service done. When I got home I looked it up in my owners manual and cannot find this recommendation under the maintenance schedule. Where can I verify this?

Suzuki Forenza 2004 automatic transmisssion fluid level.

Hartnell — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 13:01:18 GMT

I need to check my automatic transmission fluid level on my 2004 Suzuki Forenza. The owners guide tells how to check it, but I can't find the filler hole under the hood! Anyone know where it is?

'08 4x2 Suzuki Grand Vitara noise.

suzdal — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 13:27:19 GMT

When vehicle is idling and in "park", I can hear a slight knocking sound from the front of the car, from behind the radiator. It comes and goes, as if something is out balance. But when I put it in gear it disappears. Can anybody help to identify the reason? Thank you.

I have a 1995 Suzuki Sidekick just changed the alternator in her and now have no lights or radio. Any ideas?

sherbster — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 20:59:31 GMT

just changed alternator, now I have no lights or radio any ideas

Can a 2003 Suzuki XL7 trip odometer go past 40000 miles before resetting?

thoke — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 10:10:40 GMT

I am currently buying a 2003 Suzuki XL7 4x4 and the odometer says 41,000 miles. When I asked about it, the salesman said that that was one of the trip mileages. I've only had the odometers that weren't digital, that automatically reset after reaching 9999, so I don't know what digital odometers do. Can a digital TRIP odometer go past 9999 without resetting?