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Re: Service Engine Soon [mtj67]
Written by: jfrench2 on Jun 19, 2006 2:10:11 PM
I am having problems with my 1999 Chevy Tracker 4x4 Convertible also. The check engine light keeps going on and off, and every once in a while it will flash. When it flashes, it gets very putsy. It has never stalled or anything, but I also do not believe it is getting near the gas mileage it should be. I am thinking that it needs to have the plugs replaced and ... Read More
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Re: '99 chevy tracker time chain area noise [ali11]
Written by: cob on Feb 23, 2006 9:00:05 AM
If you look at the Suzuki Grand Vitara posts there was a problem with the timing chain tensioners from 1999-2002 approx. The fix is over $1000 at the dealer. Someone posted instructions and pictures of the problem and how to fix. I do not remember what post number it is.
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hard tops
Written by: arkainzeye on Dec 1, 2005 8:31:38 AM
here is a link or two of some hardtops. i have a 1999 2-door soft top. I would say if your child seat is safetly fastened you shouldnt have a problem. http://www.rallytops.com/gm/chevy-tracker.html http://www.bestop.net/pavenharfort.html http://www.bestop.net/new19suzvith.html as you seen they arent cheap. some are better than others. I want one for my tracker, as my softop is starting to leak at times. mostly due to heavy rains.. chris
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Re: 1999 Tracker air conditioner problems [tatchison]
Written by: jailmama on Aug 30, 2005 5:40:30 PM
I also have A/C problems. I bought my 2000 tracker used at the end of August 2003. The next year when I turned on the A/C it didn't work. So, I took it back to the dealer where I had bought it to get it fixed seeing I got the used car warranty and even upgraded it the day I picked up my Tracker. Before they hooked it up to the ... Read More
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New owner of 1999 Tracker
Written by: mightymowse on Apr 30, 2005 9:46:42 AM
Hello, I just purchased a 1999 Chevy Tracker. It didnt come with an owners manual. I was wondering how to open the "sun roof" area exclusively and drive with it open and how the rear folds down. I have played with it a little bit and havent completly figured it out. Also I am looking for a hard top for it, are there any suggestions as to where I can find ... Read More
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4 wheel Drive Concern
Written by: teamque on Mar 19, 2005 8:57:24 AM
I have a 1999 Chevy Tracker I've had since new; 80,000 miles today. Nice little truck however, now I need some assistance. Last week, we put it in 4x4 high, no problems. Today, put it in 4x4 and nothing. The light on the dash will not light up and it don't engage into 4 wheel drive. I'm wondering if there is an electrical problem or a general adjustment that needs to ... Read More
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Chevy Platform
Written by: upandaway1 on Nov 9, 2003 9:35:10 AM
Will a 1999 repair manual that covers the "J/E platform" be usable for a 2000 Chevy Tracker 4-door with 2.0 liter engine? Thanks for any advice you can give.
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RE: Message 847
Written by: upandaway1 on Nov 9, 2003 6:01:59 PM
Not sure what the "J/E" stands for, but is for sale on internet and says "BOOKs 1 AND 2 COVERS: 1999 Chevy Tracker J/E PLATFORM". Also a picture of the books for sale shows a big J/E printed on the bottom of the book spines. Maybe this is referring to something else other than a type of tracker?? Anyway, maybe you can help -- are the 1999 Trackers basically the same ... Read More
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suzuki soft top?
Written by: arkainzeye on Sep 28, 2003 7:27:39 PM
is the suzuki vitara softtop Gone!? i just looked at their website. and ther was NO listing for the softtop anymore nor a 4 cylinder model anymore either. only v-6 4door. it looks like the ground clearance is a little lower too. my 1999 tracker 2-door is 8.0 inches of ground clearance. where as 2wd is 7inches and the 4ed is 7.4inches. did chevy get rid of the 2-door softtop also? ... Read More
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SHOULD I BUY ONE?
Written by: frenchcar on Aug 14, 2003 8:24:48 PM
Why not buy one? The Trackers and Sidekicks and later the Vitarra are all built by Suzuki and some of them in the joint GM -Suzuki plant in Canada. They have been around since 1989 and we have owned 6 or 7 of them between myself, my wife and son. The 4 door is very handy and a nice size and economical for this type vehicle. Forget what Consumers says as ... Read More
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towing
Written by: arkainzeye on Jul 30, 2003 5:26:11 PM
I have a question about towing something with the Chevy tracker.. I have a 1999 2-DOOR 2.0litre. and i think i read in the owners booklet that i can tow 1000lbs. but the 4 door can tow 1500lbs... in 1999 they didnt have the chevy tracker V-6, so why would the 4door be able to tow more weight? also can anyone share any storied with me on towing with your chevy ... Read More
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re-differential
Written by: arkainzeye on Jun 14, 2003 7:47:52 PM
you said you replaced your differential? I;m not clear on this. but was it was whole front axle? cause on my 1999 chevy tracker that i purchased used. i seen the repair work that the dealer did to it. and they mentioned about replacing the front differential. but they got a used one from a salvage yard. they used one from a 2000 model and that had 15k less miles then ... Read More
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1st tracker issue
Written by: arkainzeye on May 31, 2003 7:04:58 PM
well my tracker has been a tank. i have basically used it as a street legal A.T.V. But today i noticed my first problem. well actually last week while driving down this one road i heard a sound that sounded like a hammer hit the underneath of my frame. i thought nothing of it. i thought maybe it was just a rock or something that bounced up and hit me underneath. ... Read More
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Potential Tracker Buyer
Written by: rettaman on Jul 11, 2002 6:23:25 PM
Hello! (First of all, this is my first post to this list...) I am in the process of searching for a Chevy Tracker--1999 or newer--the purchase will be anytime from 9 months to two years from now. The car I currently own (and will eventually sell) is a 1996 Chevy Beretta Base Coupe with 113,000 miles, 3100 V6, four-speed auto transmission. (Obviously, the mileage will be higher in the future.) I ... Read More
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re-Equinox
Written by: arkainzeye on Aug 25, 2002 6:21:50 PM
That sounds interesting. but for me the Whole reason why i bought the chevy tracker vs. honda, toyota etc etc, was because of it being built o a Truck frame and with it having a "TRUE" 4x4 system. Now if my 1999 chevy tracker was built like the way they want to build this Equinox, then i wouldn't buy it. I would be forced to go with a over priced, under ... Read More
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accessories
Written by: arkainzeye on Jun 4, 2002 6:48:28 PM
I know i asked this b4, but does anyone know of any websites were you can buy accessories for the 1999 and Newer. NOT the GEO tracker (1998 & older) but the Chevy Tracker.? i seen many websites selling some really interesting items. But they all seem to be for the Geo tracker.... thanks
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tronsr1 ??
Written by: arkainzeye on Feb 25, 2002 7:06:17 PM
you really had to DRILL holes for you bug shield? weird. i didnt have to do that for mine.. that's makes me think. i wonder what kind i have. i'll have to take a trip outside real quick to see. you have me thinking now.. lol ok it is called a BugFlector II . my BF had the holes already made for it. btw how much do chevy mud flaps costs? ... Read More
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tire size
Written by: arkainzeye on Feb 13, 2002 5:06:46 PM
doesn anyone out there know the biggest tire size that can fiton a "stock" chevy 1999 chevy tracker rim. i have 205/75/15 on it right now but i would like to get MUD tires But they dont sell them that small.. i was wondering if anyone has messed around with bigger tire sizes..
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dsjkm front hub
Written by: arkainzeye on Feb 1, 2002 4:57:32 PM
my 1999 chevy tracker has a 2000 front axle. it came from the dealer when i bought it "used" the noise that i hear is Only when i engage the transfer case into 4x4 wheni am Not moving, and then as soon as i move i hear that banging noise that "we" know about. but it doesnt do it then i engage 4x4 on the move..
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Response to #461 Tracker vibrations
Written by: bouy on Jan 18, 2002 5:16:22 PM
I had a 1999 four-door automatic Tracker with exactly the same problem. First you should have the wheels balanced before assuming this is a big problem. However my Tracker was a problem,it vibrated between the speeds of 40mph and 45mph. I went through a long drawn out hassle with Chevy about this vibration. The problem is the vibration is very annoying to have on a new car but Chevy will say ... Read More
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engine
Written by: arkainzeye on Jan 1, 2002 3:37:17 PM
just a little small talk. but does anyone have any opinions on the trackers engine. i'm talking about the 2.0 Litre from 1999 till Now.. "chevy" tracker. the opinions that i am looking for would be, NOT really on power, but more so on reliability.. and if you want to throw in what you might think about the auto trany!! "fire away"
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fun stuff
Written by: arkainzeye on Dec 11, 2001 3:35:15 PM
i have a 1999 chevy tracker 2 door soft-top & i was wondering if there is a site to where i can buy aftermarket accessories. like chrome brush guards or things like that.. ps.. do they make skid plates for my chevy.
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repair manual
Written by: arkainzeye on Nov 25, 2001 7:44:12 PM
i was wondering does anyone out there know WHO or where i might be able to get a repair manual for a 1999 Chevy Tracker? i have gone to some local autopart stores and have had NO luck. hell i cant even find an air filter for this thing ! i was ever told that they cant even order me a repair manual. now nothing is wrong with my 1999 tracker, ... Read More
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oil weight and cap.
Written by: arkainzeye on Nov 23, 2001 6:13:59 PM
i just bought a 1999 Chevy Track, it has a 2.0 with a automatic trany. it didnt come with a owner manual. i was wondering if any of your guys out there could PLEASE tell me what is the recommend oil wt "like" 5w30 or 10w30 ? also i was wondering how much oil does the 2.0 take for a oil change? and is it every 3000 with the tracker? thaqnk ... Read More
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FUEL FILTERS
Written by: ballfire8888 on Aug 15, 2001 1:01:11 PM
HI Y'ALL We have a 1999 Chevy Tracker 4-door 4WD 2.0 L with approx. 50,000 km (30,000 miles) on the odometer. Is it time to replace the OEM fuel filter? If so, where is it located and is this a do-it-yourself project? TIA
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Update on a 1999 Tracker
Written by: rolanddt on Aug 3, 2001 3:28:26 PM
Congratulations on everbody who bought a new Tracker, I hope they do not cause you a headache like mine has. Now my Tracker, 4dr 4WD has had numerous problems since I bought it back in 1999, but recently the transmission, which is manuel by the way, completly messed up. The dealer had to rebuild the thing and then I got it back. After awhile the transmission again messed up, somehow losing ... Read More
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MY FIRST OIL CHANGE
Written by: ballfire8888 on Jun 29, 2001 6:39:41 AM
HI Y'ALL 1999 Chevy Tracker...2.0 L engine With 50,000 km (30,000 miles) on the odometer, I did my own engine oil change for the very first time. Recognizing that there is not much financial advantage even with synthetic oil, it does save a lot of time driving to & from the dealer...or so I thought! That oil filter was a MAJOR pain. Tough to access from above...impossible from bottom with obstructions. ... Read More
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Tracker Synchro Repairs
Written by: dimensioner on Jan 27, 2001 10:20:45 AM
If anyone needs a copy of the General Motors: 1999-2000 Chevrolet Tracker with manual transmission Bulletin on Synchormesh Transmission problems you can find it at http://www.findarticles.com/cf_0/m3102/11_119/67320358/p1/article.jhtml?term=chevrolet+tracker Chris Murphy
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1999 Chevy Tracker LEMONS !!! TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS!!!!
Written by: shawn75067 on Jan 5, 2001 6:59:26 AM
I own a 1999 scuba blue Chevrolet Tracker 2.0L 4x4 2-door. I purchased the vehicle December 1999. I have had problems with the transmission since I bought it. Downshifting into 3rd gear has been grinding. The transmission was partially rebuilt and now has problems with 1st, 2nd, & 3rd gear downshifts. THIS IS APPARENTLY A PROBLEM THAT MANY OF US SHARE. I also had a squeaking sound that was coming from ... Read More
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1999 chevy tracker
Written by: sysco97 on Oct 23, 2000 5:40:33 PM
Hello all. Just found this group and I like all the information available. We own a 1999 four door,four cylinder tracker (licorice black).We bought it last March and just turned 6000 miles. So far we love the truck. We live in central Wisconsin near the Baraboo bluffs. Going over the bluffs has not been a problem. Hopefully we will get some snow this winter so we can really put the 4 ... Read More
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Unreliable Unhappy
Written by: noneed4words on Sep 22, 2000 1:34:35 AM
I have a friend who owns a 1999 Chevy Tracker and is very unhappy with it. It has been back and forth to the repair shop with problems such as no 1st gear no second gear etc., knocks in reverse, metal to metal noise in 3rd and 5th, knocks in neutral, air conditioning needed to be recharged, the catalytic converters insides honey comb broke apart and the rear end whines pretty ... Read More
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Another reply for Jeanettem
Written by: ddssjsk9 on Aug 28, 2000 12:43:06 AM
Welcome to the Tracker Vibration Club. I know 1999 Trackers and Suzukis have been bought back because of vibration problems including mine, at 9,000 miles. Go back and read all the previous Tracker and Suzuki posts. Chvrolet's answer is "Vehicle is operating as Designed" Which i guess is true. Seems like the problem is built in. Some people are seeking buyback, some are just dumping them at a loss. One person ... Read More
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Reliability
Written by: ddssjsk9 on Jun 15, 2000 3:58:41 AM
Chevy bought my 1999 tracker back June 9th. Vibration problems among others! Lemon law worked for me. Good luck to all other Tracker owners.
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Vibration in Chevy Tracker 1999
Written by: carieurato on May 3, 2000 2:21:17 PM
In July of 1999 I purchased a Scuba Blue 4dr 4wd tracker with cd-player, a/c. No power anything except for the power button on my transmission. I find that the power button on the transmission does increase the pick-up of the tracker and is pretty neat overall. I am wondering if that is the connection with the engine vibration. Also, I have put Yokihama tires on my Tracker, yes they are ... Read More
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1999 tracker delima
Written by: ddssjsk9 on Jan 27, 2000 12:29:03 AM
Less than 6,000 miles. Been in the shop for brake light switch, two different times for right rear wheel seal leaking, two times for vibration when brakes applied, bumping noise under vehicle, multiple squeaks and rattles. All repaired. Gave up on dealer and repaired squeaks and rattles myself. I still have a nagging problem for which I can not get resolved after three attempts. Vibration at 35-40 mph and 55-60 mph. ... Read More
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My own Tracker experience #101
Written by: roland8 on Mar 13, 2000 11:12:54 PM
I have no problems with my 1999 4dr 4wd, other than low idil during the morning. But isn't a problem if a gas treatment is used. Actually, now that winter is basically a memory, this problem is less. There's nothing to complain about except Suzuki's 2.0 liter engine. Not a bad engine, should be tuned for about 140-150 horsepower from Chevrolet. Although, power has increased as the engine breaks in properly. ... Read More
