1993 Geo Metro Consumer Discussions

Geo Metro Engine Questions

• Re: 1993 Geo Metro Convertible [rjcuraj]

  Written by: zaken1 on Aug 17, 2009 11:20:52 PM

  If the head gasket was replaced without having a machine shop check the head to see if it was cracked or warped when the motor overheated; then there still may be coolant leaking into the cylinders. And that could be why the exhaust pipe is wet. (But it is also normal for the exhaust pipe to become wet when the engine is first started. However, it should dry out after a ... Read More

• 1993 Geo Metro Convertible

  Written by: rjcuraj on Aug 17, 2009 6:16:32 AM

  Hello to all, I am new to this commmunity. I am looking at 1993 Geo Metro Convertible. I have never owner a Metro before but I like this car and the asking price is $1000. I would like to know what can I expect from a Metro? This on has had a new head gasket installed. I noticed the inside of the tail pipe is wet with what appears to be ... Read More

Chevrolet/Geo Metro

• Metro LSI

  Written by: annielulu on Jun 30, 2009 10:49:12 PM

  Zaken1: Do you know if there is an online source where I could obtain a wiring diagram for the ignition switch for 1993 Geo Metro 3 cylinder-1 liter?

• Re: Metro LSI [annielulu]

  Written by: zaken1 on Jun 27, 2009 3:08:30 PM

  If you had read the description of the ignition control module in the Rock Auto listing for the 1993 Geo Metro LSI; you would have seen that the part in the picture was only used on Canadian models (and even then; not on all Canadian models). That's why you can't find it on your car. Sometimes it pays to read as much as is avaliable about a given item; particularly when ... Read More

• Re: 1993 Chevy MetroLSI-3 cylinder [annielulu]

  Written by: zaken1 on Mar 13, 2009 3:30:50 PM

  Two of the most likely possibilities are that the timing belt has slipped or broken; or that the distributor cap or rotor have become defective. Your observation that the engine turns over very fast, with no sign of firing, sounds very much like what happens when the timing belt breaks. So here are the ways to sort out those things: Remove the distributor cap, and watch the rotor while someone runs ... Read More

Geo Metro Engine Questions

• Re: 93 Geo Metro won't start cold [zenden]

  Written by: bobkat2 on Mar 12, 2009 9:24:54 PM

  thanks for the help. There are two wires. One is green with a black stripe and the other is white with a gray stripe. The unit is beneath the air cleaner and mounts horizontally into the throttle body. The vehicle is a 1993 with a 1.0 liter 3 cylinder engine. It has a 5 sp. standard transmission. It problem happened before a few months ago and if I let the car ... Read More

Chevrolet/Geo Metro

• Re: Still cannot get spark to the plugs! [greenpickel]

  Written by: zaken1 on Jul 7, 2008 1:54:08 AM

  Dan, I wanted to mention that there is another option to sort out this problem. There is a brand of repair manual called Mitchell, which is used by shops which specialize in fuel injection and electrical work. They publish a huge, thick, book each model year, which covers each individual brand of car in complete detail. This is the Mother Lode of diagnostic information. For example, I was working on a ... Read More

• A Geo will last a long time if you take care of it

  Written by: chartiers on Apr 3, 2008 3:45:57 PM

  Be careful how you define "high mileage" for a Geo. I'm the second owner of a 1993 that is still on the road every day. During the Summer it gets between 45-50 mpg which drops to 40-45 mpg during the Winter. It has the original engine that has only been opened-up once during it's life. The little car will be retired this Summer, when I get a replacement car, as the ... Read More

• Re: used geo metro buying tips? [needwheels2]

  Written by: ggeeoo on Mar 25, 2008 7:17:47 PM

  The timing belt is replaced at around 60,000 miles. Pep boys charged me 40.00 labor I got part for 8.00 on line. The alternator belt and bracket also replaced got bracket at junk yard for 5.00 .The rebuilt Alternator cost 50.00 the belt 8.00 . I have a 1993 Geo with 121,000 miles gets about 30 MPG.

Geo Metro Engine Questions

• no spark no fuel pump noise

  Written by: wwurst on Jan 12, 2008 8:20:48 PM

  my 1993 geo metro quit running with out any warning I towed it home and found no spark and no activity from fuel pump when fuel pump is turned on I replaced the distubtor, coil, igniter on fire wall,still no spark.today I replaced the ecu and still no spark or fuel pump activity I don't know what to try next I really need help here thanks

• Re: 1993 Geo Metro (won't start) [amdrake]

  Written by: corvairbob on Dec 1, 2007 7:56:54 PM

  check the air filter the filter housing has a plug that needs to be connected or it will not run/ runs bad.

• Re: 1993 Geo Metro (won't start) [greers]

  Written by: grace4ever on Aug 9, 2007 12:01:40 PM

  had similar problem w/95 GEO but was automatic. It was the fuel injection system. Once that was fixed it ran great.

• Hesitating Also!!!

  Written by: msims56 on Jul 23, 2007 9:06:58 AM

  I have a 1993 Geo Metro Hatchback (4dr) and I am having the same hesitation problem. Had major tune-up, oil change, fuel system cleaner, Hapco engine cleaner,and coolant flush. Still have the same problem. HELP!!!!

• Re: 1993 Geo Metro (won't start) [greers]

  Written by: amdrake on May 12, 2007 2:03:24 PM

  im having a similar problem, i just dropped in a new motor into my 91 geo metro, but i didnt take pictures of the wiring before i took the old one out and now i have two mysterious wires just loose, ones hot and the others not, is there anyone who knows where these two wires go, they are close to the firewall, behind the airfilter, the car wont start and ... Read More

• 1993 Geo Metro (won't start)

  Written by: greers on May 11, 2007 2:57:29 PM

  I have a 93' Metro that acts like it's not getting fuel? It's a 5-speed, so it will run when pushed, but when you try to stop, it tries to die( kinda hard to keep it running and not run over people in front or behind me). We have changed the fuel filter. Any suggestions would be helpful. Cindy

Chevrolet/Geo Metro

• Repair Manual for Geo Metro 1993

  Written by: nico1005 on Apr 25, 2007 1:21:05 AM

  Hello I'm a new Geo Metro owner from Romania / Europe. My car it's from 1991 , 1000 cc turbo, 2 doors and it looks fine, but it need some small repairs . I want to make my self this repairs, but I don't have a Repair Manual . There is someone who have a repair manual ( soft on PC )? Or to redirect me were I can find . ... Read More

Buying a Geo Metro

• Re: Is this a good deal on a metro? [zahdock]

  Written by: c54dtb on Mar 27, 2007 2:59:23 PM

  I have a 1993 Geo Metro XFI 5sp manual hatchback that I bought brand new back in Aug1993. Currently has 132,000 miles and still runs like a champ. 3cyl that still gets 40plus mpg. Change oil about every 4000 miles. Mostly highway commute miles here in the golden state. Paid about $8,500 for it brand new. No complaints. Hard to believe you found a 1992 with less than 30,000 miles. If ... Read More

Chevrolet/Geo Metro

• Alternator 94 geo metro "2" first number on vin

  Written by: ggeeoo on Jan 28, 2007 9:06:16 PM

  Got a 114,000 mile mitubishi alternator OE from a 1993 geo metro and it fit the 1994 fine. The bracket broke which caused all the 7 years of belt noise prem belt wear final death of the second. So check the bracket easily removed from under the car passenger side of car. The bolts that hold it were loose I suspect this is cronic with Geo maybe lock washers would help. ... Read More

• Re: Please Help new geo owner [whitetop]

  Written by: stan_top_down on May 3, 2006 9:21:33 PM

  I've had my '92 Metro LSI since January 1993, when it had 25 miles on the odometer. It now has 85,000+. It has always had a rough idle when the tach showed less than 1,000 rpm. My take is that this is perfectly normal. After all, it's a 3 cylinder engine, running as a 4 stroke engine. I suspect that is the "cause" of the rough idle. Just figure it this ... Read More

• geo metro Temp problem

  Written by: gbdman on Mar 29, 2006 11:10:30 AM

  1993 Geo Metro....replaced engine,thermostat, temp sender and water pump.....car runs in the middle of the temp range on the highway but at the top of the temp range in town. fan comes on but doesn't bring the temp down past 3/4 normal range. used to run mid normal all the time befor the above changes. Why?

• Re: Geo Metro XFI Fuel Economy [havenhill]

  Written by: stan_top_down on Feb 26, 2006 7:10:35 AM

  I have a 92 Metro LSI convertible. With no wind, no AC, highway driving I get just over 40 mpg @ 70mph. In town, no AC, I get around 33 - 34 mpg. In town I always accelerate as fast as possible, consistent with safety & traffic conditions. I can get around 37 in town if I drive conservatively. Have had the car since January 1993. I still have the original ... Read More

• IM IN LOVE!!

  Written by: geojohn on Jan 27, 2006 9:26:42 AM

  Hello,I Have Just Signed Up And This Is My First Post.I Have Been An Auto Mechanic All My Life,And Love Wheels. 6 Months Ago I Bought My First GEO Metro.Black 1993 2dr With 130000 Miles On The Clock.I Drive This Car 1000 Miles A Week,From Denver To Kansas.IM IN LOVE!!What A Comfortable Car To Drive. I Now Own 7 Geo Metros.Two Are Convertiable.I Am Starting A Complete Restoration On My Red ... Read More

• Geo Metro Convertible Wanted

  Written by: pwdrex on May 25, 2005 5:44:42 AM

  I am looking for a nice Geo Metro convertible. Preferably a 1992 or 1993 manual transmission with air but I will consider anything & will travel for the right car! Thanks

• 4 Geo Metros

  Written by: geojunkie2 on Mar 9, 2003 5:29:10 PM

  Just thought I would put in my 2cents. I have a 1989 Geo Metro hatchback 2 dr. 5 sp. I bought it in 1993 with 100,000 miles on it. All service records also. IT now has 255,000 miles.Its had 5 mufflers, 1 alternator,2 timing belts,1 water pump.It has the original struts and clutch. I have changed the oil every 3000 mi.It doesn't burn any between changes. It still runs and looks ... Read More

• 1993 4 door Metro

  Written by: millspd on Dec 27, 2002 2:01:45 PM

  My wife and I had a brand new 1993 red 4 door Geo Metro. One of the most reliable cars we ever owned, and those four door models had a ton of head room (I'm over 6 feet and was very comfortable sitting in the four door. The two door was much harder on me, though). Auto tranny, so no pickup but my wife did average around 37 mpg or so ... Read More

• no low end?

  Written by: beneb on Apr 25, 2002 9:16:52 AM

  I just bought a 1993 Geo-metro Convertible with a 127000 miles on it for my daughter....it's very clean. the only problem seems to be at low end....when I start off it coughs and seems powerless...but at higher rpm it's fine...anyone got any ideas...thanks.. beneb

• Hello ! I need a low mileage engine for 1993 Geo Metro (automatic, 3 cylinder - 1.0 size engine)

  Written by: goran_pejic on Mar 30, 2002 11:14:07 PM

  and I'm willing to pay no more than 1000 (Canadian) dollars for it. If anyone would have any word of advice on this engine, please contact me at my e-mail address: gogy_3@yahoo.ca Thank you, Goran

• Geo Metro Convertible

  Written by: geo2356 on Apr 20, 2001 8:14:50 PM

  The Metro Convertible was made from 1990-1993. While the rest of the Metro line-up was being made in Canada the Convertibles were still being imported from japan, Ive heard that in a few years they will be worth a good bit of money thats why I plan to hold onto my 1992 convertible as long as possible.

• re: urbandriver

  Written by: cjaccetta on Feb 11, 2001 6:34:53 AM

  I don't know about price "new", but I do know that the Geo Metro has been discontinued for the 2001 model year (a quick check of Chevy's website revealed that). If you can find a leftover 2000 on a dealer's lot he or she will probably be happy to see you take it away. They are a good buy used IF you get as much info as you can about the ... Read More