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Geo Metro Engine Questions
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Re: 96 Geo Metro cranks but won't start when rains [geo26]
I have the same exact problem. Every time it's wet, it doesn't fire or doesn't get gas, not sure which, but I suspect it's not firing as I don't hear it trying. As soon as it's dry, no problem, fires right up. Now, this is with the hood shut, no leaks in the seal, so it's not "flooding" with water, nor is it after it's driven, when you drive in the ... Read More
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Re: 1996 Geo Metro Oil Consumption [geomobile]
The stock compression spec on the 3 cylinder Metro is 195 psi. The MINIMUM factory limit is 165 psi. When the highest 2 cylinders have 120 psi and the remaining cylinder has 60 psi and the engine consumes a quart of oil every 75 miles and shoots vapor out the plug opening when cranked; this is not caused by burned valves. That oil is either coming from a broken piston, stuck ... Read More
Chevrolet/Geo Metro
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Re: 1996 Geo Metro Oil Consumption [geomobile]
My oh my!!! Another Metro with a junk engine bought because the compression was never checked. WHEN WILL PEOPLE LEARN??? The stock compression on a 3 cylinder Metro is 195 PSI. The MINIMUM allowable factory compression spec on this motor is 165 PSI. If you read through this forum; you'll see post after post with the same sad story. These motors are EXTREMELY vulnerable to abuse; and all too many people ... Read More
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1996 Geo Metro Oil Consumption
Hi Fellow Metro Owners, I bought a 1996 Geo Metro a couple of weeks ago. The body is rough but it runs great, I bought this for the gas mileage plus it looks like a fun car to drive. The headlights did not work but after scouring this forum, I found a bad connection at the fuse box and corrected it. My new problem after driving it to work a few ... Read More
Geo Metro Engine Questions
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1996 Geo Metro Oil Consumption
Hi Fellow Metro Owners, I bought a 1996 Geo Metro a couple of weeks ago. The body is rough but it runs great, I bought this for the gas mileage plus it looks like a fun car to drive. The headlights did not work but after scouring this forum, I found a bad connection at the fuse box and corrected it. My new problem after driving it to work a few ... Read More
Chevrolet/Geo Metro
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Re: '91 geo metro ignition timing [jacmicwag]
Beginning in 1996; the 1.0 liter Metro was equipped with a crankshaft position sensor. This non adjustable device sends an electronic timing signal to the ignition system to control the ignition timing. So in this model, there is no way to adjust the timing. However, the distributor position is still adjustable; but moving the distributor will not change the timing; it will only change the rotor indexing. The tip of the ... Read More
Geo Metro Engine Questions
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how do i run vaccuum from the distributor to the intake
i have a 1991 geo metro, we have put a 1996 motor in the car, but we ended up putting the distributor from the 1991, but there is no vacuum hoses and there is no place on the intake for vacuum, what do we do? help!!
Chevrolet/Geo Metro
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Re: Lack of power again.... [vanillalatte]
Lucky for you. I had bought a 1994 Geo Metro used from Enterprise rent a car for 5,995.00 back in 1996. It was son's car so I learned a lot. While in Med school in Berkley he had the same problem. It turned out that the "L"Bracket that holds on the Alternator with 3 -14 mm machine bolts was cracked. Thus the Alternator was not perfectly in line thus a whine ... Read More
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Re: Oil in air fitler chamber in 1996 geo metro LSI [vikasintl]
Save your money on the SeaFoam- it will make it worse, and it is only kerosene with some detergent in it. The oil is coming in to the air filter housing through your PCV valve, probably due to worn rings. It is also possible that it is worn valve guides. Or both. Not much to be done about either without a teardown. If you are a competent mechanic, you might get ... Read More
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Oil in air fitler chamber in 1996 geo metro LSI
In 1996 Geo Metro 4 cyl. LSI 1.3 liter what could be cause for oil in air filter chamber and leak from there? And once you tell us what could be cause what is the solution for that? Car has 134K miles on it? does it indicate motor needs to be rebuilt? Someone suggested to use sea foam and some one suggested to change PCV valve? Some one else said leaking ... Read More
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vacuum hose routing
I have a 1996 geo metro I am restoring and the vacuum hoses are missing. Its a 1.3 liter. Does anyone have a diagram of these hoses? Thanks
Chevy/Geo Metro Real World MPG
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1996 Geo Metro needs Fuel Guage Sending Unit?
Ah the down side to owning a Geo! My mechanic sent me out in search of this part and junk yards seem to work best for the smaller components. Does any one have advise on who might have this part? RockAuto.com had these for most of the Geo Trackers, but none for the Metro. Someone else has surely faced this similiar shortage of parts. I am 70 miles from Los Angeles, ... Read More
Geo Metro Engine Questions
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Re: 2000 Hatchback Sputter-And-Zoom Problem [alniter]
Hi there, I had a 1996 Geo Metro that did the same thing about a month before it threw a rod. I took it to a mechanic who said that the spark plugs should be changed and the catilytic converter needed to be changed. I dont know where you live, but I am in CA and the car came from Illionois and someone had put a coil in the air intake ... Read More
Geo Metro Interior and Passenger Comfort Questions
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Re: Geo Metro window regulator problems [c140flyer]
My 1996 Metro window regulator failed at 125K. Well, it was a bar night, so I was probably more forceful than usual. Finding parts...if you're lucky enough to find them in a junkyard like I did. This is yet another common problem with these cars (along with sagging headliners and fading dashboards). When you DO get it fixed, be very gentle on the new regulator. I have a '98 Metro now ... Read More
Geo Metro Exterior and Body Work
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Rust in a critical spot!
I own a 1996 Chevy Geo Metro which for the most part has been a very reliable vehicle for my family. We bought the car brand new off the lot back in 1996. But just today I noticed that when i went to take the tire off to do a brake pad change, I noticed an area of rust in what I think is a critical spot to the point that ... Read More
Chevrolet/Geo Metro
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Will not start
1996 Geo Metro only fires one time on each try. Engine will fire one time each time the key is cycled. Will do it as long as I want to keep trying. If you continue to hold the key in the start position after it has fired it will not fire again until key is recyled. I have checked wiring harness plugs in the engine compartment. Checked crank sensor,installed known good ... Read More
Geo Metro Exterior and Body Work
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Probably not factory clear coat.
I thought that my 1994 Geo Metro had white clear coat when I bought it in 1996, but when I went to touch it up, I noticed that wasn't the case. However, I drove that car for 12 years and never had a problem with the paint. It's possible that it was repainted if it looks that good after all this time. If you can ask the original owner, you might ... Read More
Chevrolet/Geo Metro
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Geo Metro Suzuki Swift
hat came first the Metro or the Swift? clones that is 100% sure. anyway, I have sold my 2 door fleet sadly, the 1995 (2 of them), 1996, 1997 and now only have the 1996 Suzuki Swift .My son in law uses it daily, and is slowly beating it to death- does 65 mph in it, slam banging around, denting it in, smashing the windshield with a brick when it got ... Read More
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Headlights
I have a 1996 Geo Metro Coupe (2 Door), The running lights work but when I turn the head lights on they turn off but the back lights stay on. Have any ideas that can help me? Thanks
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almost the end of the line
two 1995's, One 1996, one 1997 and one 1996 Suzuki Swift (Metro twin) all coming to an end as I sell them off to make room for a new Toyota Prius. They have served me well- I wish all of you folks the best with the remaining Geo Metro's that are eft. Maybe someday GM will see fit to re-build with a new Geo line-something like VW did with the Beetle. ... Read More
Geo Metro Engine Questions
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Hesitation Anyone?
Hey everyone. I just purchased a 1996 Geo MEtro 4 door in September and have began observing a few things about it. First my Metro seems to hesitate out of nowhere after its been running fine. Any one else have or had this problem? I am a college student with not a lot of funds to be taking it into the shop every month or so. Thanks so much
Geo Metro Interior and Passenger Comfort Questions
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Re: Geo Metro window regulator problems [richard54]
I also had this problem with my 1996 Geo Metro and it only had about 76,000 miles on it. I ended up purchasing a NEW regulator off ebay. Just type in Geo Metro door regulator and you should be good to go. Crystal California
Chevrolet/Geo Metro
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Low gas mileage on 1996 Metro?
I have a 1996 Geo Metro LSi, 1.3 liter engine. I bought the car in a very good condition, however recently I've noticed that I'm getting about 18-20 MPG instead of advertised 35... I'm putting in 6 galons of gas and every 100-120 miles. The transmission fluid is kinda brownish even after 2 flushes. Sometimes the car seems to be very sluggish in acceleration, other times it goes very fast. I've ... Read More
Geo Metro Interior and Passenger Comfort Questions
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Re: Geo Metro window regulator problems [c140flyer]
Larry - My 1996 Geo Metro now has 127,000 miles on it and, like you, the only unexpected problem is with the driver's window regulator. Can't seem to find a replacement part. Expect that I'll have to buy a whole door from a salvage yard. Have you had any luck yet? Richard Knoxville, TN
Chevrolet/Geo Metro
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Window Regulator
Hi Folks, I recently bought a 1996 Geo Metro with 51,000 mi. One of the only problems I have with the car is with the window mechanisms. The drivers window "hops" as it moves in the track and the passenger window crank takes considerable force to move. I've heard that the window regulators are a weak point on these cars. They also seem to be hard to find. Does anyone have ... Read More
Geo Metro Interior and Passenger Comfort Questions
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Geo Metro window regulator problems
I recently purchased a 1996 Geo Metro with 51,000 mi. One of the only problems I have with the car has to do with the window regulators.It requires alot of force to roll either window up or down. It feels that it will be just a matter of time before something breaks! I looked online to see if regulators were available with no success. I have heard that this is a ... Read More
Chevrolet/Geo Metro
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Re: Geo Metro engine swap out? [garthman63]
What state do you live in ? There are many still on the road, and an equal amount in junkyard and re-cycle shops. I have a 1995, a 1996,1997 and a roll over for spare parts(1996) Calif and Canadian emmissions may play into a issue with engine swap outs- as the exhausts systems are different. Suzuki made Suzuki SWIFT which is identical vehicle also. Good luck
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Re: 94 Geo Metro [deborahf]
not knowing what part of the country you are in, makes a difference. Anyway these cars can be fairly durable. It seems that whne they do fall apart it's all at once...or maybe that's just my viewpoint. I have a 1995, a 1997,both 2 dr metro's...the 3rd is a 1996 Suzuki Swift (a Geo clone). I have one rolled over 1996 Geo Metro for parts, and that has saved me a ... Read More
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composite headlights
I own a 1995,1996, 1997 (2) Geo Metro's...all have composite headlights. That is the clear plastic lenses, not sealed beams. I went to look at 2 Geo Metro's this week, a 1995 and a 1996, both had sealed beam headlight systems.. was the composite headlights a accessory add on? When were they made as a standard feature ?
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Re: 1998 Chevy Metro Timing Belt [stobar]
replace it today, not tomorrow. Price is well spent. I own a 1995, 1996, 1997 Geo Metro's and a 1997 Suzuki Swift (a metro) so, I know my Metro's.
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Geo Metro Engine & Transmission changeover ???
I have a 1995 Geo Metro coupe with a 3 cyl/stick. I also have a 1996 Geo Metro sedan with a 4 cyl/auto. I want to put the 4 cyl from the '96 into the '95...I know this can be done. My son wants to keep it a stick... Can I take the 4 cyl and bolt the std trans to it and install it into the '95? ...did they ever ... Read More
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Re: 1997 Metro/California exhaust conversion? [pipeman]
OH, but you are so wrong! There is a special Califoria emmission manifold. How well I know. I have a 1997 Geo Metro with that exact manifold. BUT , I used a standard manifold, took it to a qualified exhaust shop, and had the pipe welded onto the exhaust end of the manifold. It is the only reasonable solution. And yes, the price quote is near correct- over $900.oo for the ... Read More
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1996 GEO METRO LSI
I AM HAVING PROBLEMS WITH MY AIR CONDITIONER IT SEEMS TO LOSE THE COLD WHAT CAN I DO FOR THIS? CAN SOMEONE TELL ME WHAT I CAN DO ABOUT THIS I NEED HELP LIVING HERE IN THE DESERT AT 120+
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Compression Numbers & Valve Adjustments
Hello all. I have a 1996 Geo Metro LSi w/ the 1.0 3cyl and 5spd trans with 123k miles. What are the "ideal" compression numbers for my car? I get 126/128/125 psi readings right now. I know that's it's good that they are all even, but what were they new? I have a Chilton's manual and it doesn't mention numbers. Someone told me that a Haynes manual said it should be ... Read More
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Have a Geo Metro 1996 with high parts prices
I have replaced the clutch, an axle and now the tensioner for the timing belt. I have done this for other cars and it was a 8th the cost of this supposedly cheaper car.My none GM mechanical who is supposedly "honest" charged me $285 for a tensioner. Is this bogus...? I just don't get the high prices on these cheaper cars?
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Can't Open Hood
I have a 1996 Geo Metro. The hood release cable snapped and I can't open the hood. Does anyone have a solution to share?
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can't get in
I just bought a used 1996 geo metro. I only have two problems: They disabled the cruise control and the driver door lock is very stiff and I can't get in using the key. Anyone else have this problem?
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"Service Engine Soon" light
In response to msg #470 about the "Service Engine Soon" (SES) light, my 1996 Geo Metro with only 33K miles on it had the "SES" light come on, too. My Geo, it seems, doesn't like to sit out in the rain, so after a rainstorm, the light comes on when I drive it. I disconnect the positive battery cable, and that clears the "SES" light. Kind of "re-booting" the cars computer ... Read More
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Please help!!!! Geo Metro 1996
Hi, everyone! Please help me. I leased this Geo Metro (1996) out from a local dealer for 1 month. Now, 1 week after I leased this, 'service engine soon' lights on. I don't know why and am not familiar with customs in US since I have been here in US for 2 weeks. I will bring this car to the dealer shop which is the lessor. I would like to ask ... Read More
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False alarm
Ok thanks on what K actually stands for, but anyway, my perfect sprint car was a total flop, I took it into the dealer today as I said I was going to do in my earlier post #363 and guess what? The dealer informed me that MY car was in their shop Sept 9, 1996 for a seat belt recall and the car had 107,000 KM on the car then, so ... Read More
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'96 Geo Sedan
(Sigh)By quickly scanning the posts, I see #172 had(or has) the same problem I have. Leo, the Geo (My wife's car she affectionately names) is going back to the dealer for the fourth time for air conditioner work. It does not seem to hold a charge of coolant. They have replaced the "o-ring" and have re-charged, only for a couple of months later, to blow hot air. It is a 1996 ... Read More
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Re: Geo Owner - 1996
Wow! That does sound like you've got problem(s). What size engine do you have? The 3 or 4 cylinders. I have a 1991 Metro with 3 cylinders and it has close to 130,000 miles (I'm the original owner). Only had 1 valve replaced since I bought it new. Other than that, just oil/filter and 1 timing belt (at 80,000 miles). Some mechanics have told me the 1.0 liter 3 cylinder engine ... Read More
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Geo Owner - 1996
I own a 1996 Geo Metro - I have had many problems with it, wondering if any of my story sounds familiar to any other owners. Purchased new, less than 16,000 miles, replaced engine (under warranty). For the past three years, I have to have the air conditioning recharged, and the "O" ring replaced. The front end was out of line from factory and had to replace the front tires twice ... Read More
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Lemme try again
They scribbled my post so since I don't know what that means, I'll type it again. A local speed shop which caters to...hmm...how shall I put this...young males with nothing better to do with $15K then spend it on a 10-year-old Civic Si...has parts for Geo Metros and Suzuki Swifts. But the throttle bodies and other parts they have fit only the Twin Cam 1.3L engine. Which means you must have ... Read More
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