1996 Isuzu Rodeo Consumer Discussions

Isuzu Rodeo Transmission Questions

• Green light

  Written by: newtoisuzu on Jan 16, 2011 3:37:17 PM

  I have a 1996 Isuzu Rodeo 4x4 and today for the first time a saw a gren light come on that shows all 4 wheels, the front ones directed to one side. As I have no owners manual, I have no idea what this means. Can anyone educate me in this mysterious light for me? (which is probably a common sense one for most of you). I just never saw one. ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo Check Engine Light

• No Lights

  Written by: grandpagator on Jul 26, 2009 6:03:58 PM

  I have a 1996 Isuzu Rodeo. None of the tail, instrument, back-up or front running lights work. I put a new fuse in the socket labled "Tail, Instruments" Still nothing. I have Brake, head and turn signal lights. There is 12V present on the fuse socket. What else would be common with all these lights? Thanks, Grandpagator

Isuzu Rodeo Frame Rust

• Re: Rusted 1997 Rodeo [hbriggs]

  Written by: bru75 on Jul 21, 2009 6:14:01 PM

  me and my wife bought a 2001 isuzu rodeo 4 years ago last year i brought to a mech 4 the front bearing to be fixed when on the lift i noticed the rear stabalizer bar on drivers side had completly rotted off.then we inspected the whole frame and the whole frame was junk.still have a year of payments left on this pos.sad because the car only has 85.000miles and the ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo Check Engine Light

• Check Engine Light on 1996 Isuzu Rodeo

  Written by: dsirek on Sep 24, 2008 5:47:20 PM

  Scanner says two front 02 sensors, not registering, replaced all four sensors, get same error code. Checked sensor signal wire reading says 3 volts but should be .09 volt max. Ruled out wiring harness because there is continuity from signal wires to computer. Can anyone help.

Honda Passport Electrical Problems

• Re: elec..Cruise, Speedo, & Odometer pblm. [jhalf]

  Written by: bob8672000 on Apr 20, 2008 8:17:49 PM

  I have a 1996 Honda passport and have noticed that the alternator and or battery is the suspected electrical problems in most Honda Passports and you should loosen the alternator; then make sure the electrical plug is properly and tightly plunged into the alternator. If this doesn't help go to auto zone and they will check your alternator for free. \You may notice the radio cutting off intermittently and many other ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo

• charging problem

  Written by: jasen on Jan 26, 2008 1:57:06 PM

  i have a 1996 isuzu rodeo i just put a new battery and alternator in and my car seems to be running off the battery instead of the alternator the batt light and the brake light stay on while running and a/c blower no longer work at all can some one please help me i have checked all fuses and fusesable links they are perfect i have no clue what it ... Read More

• 1996 Isuzu Rodeo, problems HELPP!@@!!!

  Written by: mex786 on Mar 26, 2008 7:09:33 PM

  hi, my problem is the 96 rodeo i just got is being erratic.when i first crank it up it drives fine but there is a lot of exhaust fumes.once the engine warms up,it doesn't want to accelerate properly and occasionally wants to die.what could be the problem?

Isuzu Rodeo Battery Problems

• Re: battery won't charge [al3ph1]

  Written by: mcdon on Jan 8, 2008 5:15:55 PM

  I just went through this problem. I found out that the regulator was bad in the alternator. This was after I had taken the rodeo back to the auto parts store and had it checked. Then I was not satisfied so I took the alternator off and took it to have it check, An both times it show it was charging.The people at the auto store said I may have broke ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo

• Thinking of buying a '96

  Written by: fxander on Aug 8, 2007 10:14:24 PM

  I'm considering buying a 1996 Rodeo LS 4WD from a local dealer. According to the ad, it only has 75,196 miles on it (!) but it also comes with a 3 month/4500 mile warranty. It looks great and so many of the other Isuzu Rodeo posts are so positive... The price at the dealer is $3,995, which is right up my alley. All things equal, should I go for it? I ... Read More

• Timing belt question.....

  Written by: slyguy_11572 on Jan 21, 2006 3:08:10 PM

  I have a question about the timing belt on my 1996 Honda Passport. The truck only has 120K on it, but I'm unsure if the previous owner ever replaced the timing belt. I'm almost sure that I'm going to do it in the very near future so that I know that it has been done. My question is that in the Haynes manual that I bought that covers the Honda Passport ... Read More

• 1996 Isuzu Rodeo V6(automatic)

  Written by: mfallona on Dec 26, 2005 11:56:49 AM

  My rodeo is having problems, it starts and as it is idling it sounds like it is struggling to get fuel or power. I also notice that the battery indication fluctuates when I press on the brake. When I put it in reverse it almost stalls out. I backed out of the driveway slightly then I put it in drive and it just started rolling back and the brakes wouldn't even ... Read More

• Re: Transmission Problems

  Written by: italyamber on Oct 13, 2005 9:03:04 AM

  I have a 1996 Isuzu Rodeo and everytime I shift from Park to reverse I have to let it idle before it will go into gear. Now when it does back up it catches and it ludges forward. While I am on the road it shifts fine itno each gear. Two weeks ago I thought my alternator was going out and I had a broke belt instead. Could this have anything ... Read More

• Engine light has come. 1995.5 Isuzu Rodeo LS, < 120 K miles, Manual(Stick S

  Written by: andyscorpion on Oct 1, 2005 11:47:56 AM

  Howdy, 1995.5 Isuzu Rodeo LS, I bought 1995.5 Isuzu Rodeo LS in Dallas Texas in January 1996. I was a happy camper so far. It has exceeded my expectations for me for the past 9 years. I have done minimal maintenance on the car. This year looks really bad, now it is due for major repair. I am not an expert on any car issue. I need lot of help. Last ... Read More

• abs and brake light

  Written by: mfallona on Mar 30, 2005 10:08:13 PM

  I have a 1996 Isuzu Rodeo 4wd S that has an abs and brake dummy light issue. I start the car and everything is good and as soon as I start moving the abs and brake lights on the instrument panel come on simultaneously and stay on. Has anyone ever had this problem or know possibly what the problem is?

• 1996 Isuzu Rodeo

  Written by: bigmax13 on Mar 18, 2005 6:50:57 PM

  This is the second time this has happened. The first time after my husband drove the vehicle for a while keeping his left foot on the brake and the right foot on the gas when he came to a stop the car continued to run and after about 3 mile of this the problem corrected it self. Tonight after the vehicle started up fine, while driving home every time I went ... Read More

• Re: 1996 rodeo 4cyl...

  Written by: jtk152 on Oct 29, 2003 1:39:18 PM

  collinjeremy- You hit on the main thing already. The rig was well maintained by your friend. The 2.3/2.6's may be a bit underpowered- depending on what you are used to, but they are good isuzu engine. The weakest link for them is the cylinder head. They can crack on you. Always keep the cooling system top knotch, change the oil regularly & you'll get a lot of miles out of it. ... Read More

• no title

  Written by: collinjeremy on Oct 29, 2003 8:09:14 AM

  Question: I am thinking of buying a 1996 Isuzu Rodeo with 65k miles on it. It is owned by a friend of mine and it is well maintained. Trouble is it is a 4 cyl auto trans and I'm a little concerned about how reliable this will be. Can anyone give me any tips about possible shortcomings of this vehicle? Potential maint issues? Other than a broken pass door mirror and ... Read More

• Can someone answer this question for me please?

  Written by: genienbottle on Jan 17, 2003 7:53:25 PM

  I am wanting to buy a used 1996 S 4x4 Isuzu Rodeo, does this model come with the automatic locking hubs or the manual?