2000 Isuzu Rodeo Consumer Discussions

Isuzu Rodeo Maintenance and Repair

• Isuzu Rodeo Losing Power

  Written by: fattony2 on Dec 6, 2011 7:12:44 PM

  I have a 2000 Rodeo. When I start it up it runs fine but when I put it in drive or start to slow down for a red light or stop sign all warning lights start to flash, it loses power and dies. Also, when I pop the hood I can hear a clicking noise coming from the engine and fuse box. I replaced the fuel pump relay but the problem ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo Transmission Questions

• Re: 2000 Isuzu rodeo [bolao]

  Written by: losingitbymin on Oct 18, 2011 7:39:32 PM

  Mine was doin the same thing and now it wont go forward so was wonderin if you ever figured out what was goin on. Only difference is mine is a 02.

Isuzu Rodeo Check Engine Light

• Re: Check Engine Light on Isuzu Rodeo 2000 [is2000owner]

  Written by: nato308 on Aug 28, 2011 12:36:31 PM

  Check your fuel pressure regulator, located on the back of the engine, drivers side. See if it has fuel coming out of the vacuum line when starting the engine and the engine is cold.

Isuzu Rodeo Frame Rust

• Re: 2001 rodeo [knp412]

  Written by: brokenparts on Aug 22, 2011 3:31:11 PM

  they said that my 2001 Rodeo was not able to be repaired and pics were sent to the main headquarters, so I called them today and they said that they were in the process of doing whatever it is they do, I have not received an offer as of yet but I don't have to tell you or anyone else with this issue how pissed off I will be if the ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo

• Re: Drive shaft [hkh]

  Written by: bradkaye on Aug 17, 2011 6:38:43 PM

  I've experienced that same situation after a bad transmission rebuild on my '91 Pathfinder. I'd pull up to a light and a couple moments after stopping, it would feel like someone hit me from behind. It was a bad torque converter and I had to force the transmission shop to fix the problem. On the issue of drive shafts on Isuzus, my 2000 Rodeo that I otherwise loved, detonated two transfer ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo Frame Rust

• Mass Small Claims Court for up to $7000

  Written by: cemcgivern on Jul 18, 2011 9:37:42 AM

  My plan is to file a claim in Mass. Small Claims Court for my rusted out 2000 Rodeo frame (65k miles). Does anybody have a mailing address for Isuzu in the US? Thank you.

Isuzu Rodeo Transmission Questions

• 2000 Isuzu rodeo

  Written by: bolao on Jul 1, 2011 6:32:48 AM

  2000 Isuzu rodeo with auto transmission converted to manual, still shows check engine and transmission lights and jerks when cruise light shows.What to do next?

Isuzu Rodeo Check Engine Light

• Check Engine Light on Isuzu Rodeo 2000

  Written by: is2000owner on Jun 13, 2011 9:47:32 AM

  I have a 2000 Isuzu Rodeo LS 4WD. It all started with a persistent Check Engine Light. Took it to a local auto repair shop. Was getting a 'System Too Lean, Bank 2' error code. Then the mechanic changed oil filter, checked the fuel injector and replaced it on one cylinder and replaced the spark plugs and checked the coils by switching them around on different cylinders. He also mentioned that ... Read More

• Car from hell.

  Written by: wonder_jojo on Jun 6, 2011 3:52:42 PM

  I have an isuzu rodeo 2000 3.2 v6 that I bought early last year and I haven't stopped spending money on it since I bought it. My check engine light has been on for almost the entire time I've had it and the mechanics say its the wire harness BUT it could also be something else and they wouldn't know until they replaced the wire harness. I've spent so much money ... Read More

Problems with my Isuzu Rodeo

• Re: 99 ISUZU RODEO [dennis107]

  Written by: markinidaho on Apr 16, 2011 2:37:23 PM

  I am assuming (LOL) you have the DOHC 3.2 similar to my 2000 Rodeo. Have you swapped the coils and plugs from Bank 1 to Bank 2? The O2 could be showing bad from bad combustion in Bank 1. If after swapping the coils and even plugs from right to left, you get misfire Bank 2, you have a bad coil or plug. If no change, one of the wires to ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo Frame Rust

• no luck but holding on for the future

  Written by: erinthomas90 on Feb 24, 2011 2:24:47 PM

  Geico game me false hope. They told me they were going to go after Isuzu for the blue book value my 2000 rodeo is worth. They went to the dealership it was at and took pictures and told me there was nothing they could do because it didn't cause a collision but it just happened as i was pulling out of the parking lot. I was very disappointed and they led ... Read More

• recall information

  Written by: isuzuinsider on Feb 19, 2011 5:26:50 PM

  I have been reading these posts and decided to pass along what info I actually have. I am one of the mechanics working at a dealership charged with performing the trailing arm bracket recall. Let me start with what I can tell you as 100% fact. First off, for those of you who do not know, there are no Isuzu dealers in the United States. Isuzu sold their last vehicles in ... Read More

• 2000 Isuzu Rodeo corrosion

  Written by: sheererdog on Feb 19, 2011 2:37:41 PM

  I have had car since new. Got recall notice about corrosion and 5 days later it broke. Good thing I was only going 15 m.p.h. Drove over curb into local business parking lot. Thought I'd ran over muffler or something huge. Isuzu had it towed to nearest dealership. After numerous phone calls to Isuzu hotline and 7 weeks later, they determined it is undriveable. Isuzu is offering $1775 for a car ... Read More

• What is going on??

  Written by: erinthomas90 on Feb 16, 2011 2:02:06 PM

  I pulled out of the parking lot at my apartment building to leave for work today and heard a very loud scraping noise. After driving about 100 feet down the road I noticed my 2000 Rodeo started to fish tail. Immediately knowing something was wrong, I pulled into another parking lot and called my boyfriend because I knew the vehicle was not driveable. He inspected underneath and found the driver's side ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo Transmission Questions

• Re: 2000 Isuzu Rodeo transmission issue [ntcl]

  Written by: jakalope on Jan 23, 2011 6:58:38 AM

  BradP #670 This is called a Park/Nuetral Safety switch!(Small black box)with wire harness on drivers side of trans.

• Re: 2000 Isuzu Rodeo transmission issue [ntcl]

  Written by: jakalope on Jan 23, 2011 6:56:04 AM

  This is called a Park/Nuetral Safety switch!(Small black box)with wire harness on drivers side of trans.

Isuzu Rodeo Frame Rust

• Anyone else hear about this?

  Written by: punkguy1978 on Jan 8, 2011 7:27:10 PM

  I took my 2000 Rodeo LS to my local dealer and they looked at it and ordered the big kit to repair the frame but on the drivers side there was not enough frame left to attach the kit?????? So I now have an unrepairable rodeo. I called isuzu and they told me that they were working out a buy back program I may get 2000.00 for my rodeo did anyone ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo Transmission Questions

• Re: 2000 Isuzu Rodeo transmission issue [bradb670]

  Written by: ntcl on Nov 7, 2010 5:51:40 PM

  Well there is a module mounted on the side of the transmission (looks more like a black box) with a wire harness attached . This mod. tells the trans. what to do,but the grease inside brakes down and so the contacts are not able to make a solid connection .Sorry that I am not able to recall the name of the mod. but it is on the right side(driver) of trans.You ... Read More

• 2000 Isuzu Rodeo transmission issue

  Written by: bradb670 on Nov 6, 2010 10:47:22 AM

  recently my 2000 rodeo has been experiencing an intermittent problem with the automatic transmission, it started with the indicator lights in the dash being incorrect (i.e. showing that the vehicle was in n when in drive or flashing sometimes) at that time there was no marked difference in the transmission operation. Now within the last two weeks it has started this condition. When driving off from a dead stop the transmission ... Read More

• Re: 2000 Isuzu Rodeo Transmission [isuzuowner]

  Written by: wlbrown9 on Oct 29, 2010 11:19:14 AM

  Incorrect display such as this could be the transmission mode switch. Many times when the switch needs cleaning or replacing, the display will be incorrect and many times you will experience hard shifting. My Trooper does this occasionally. Usually I am able to cycle the shifter full cycle several time while stopped. Then turn the ignition off and back on. Most of the time this corrects the problem. Note that the ... Read More

• 2000 Isuzu Rodeo Transmission

  Written by: isuzuowner on Oct 27, 2010 8:33:13 PM

  Shift indicator was not displaying same gear as that on the floorboard. Ex: Dash may have shown N while it was in D. Took car to transmission shop and transmission was rebuilt. After picking up vehicle from shop the D light no longer lights up on dash. The vehicle from the shop I was given to drive ironically also did not show the D lighting up on dash. When I took ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo Check Engine Light

• Check engine light

  Written by: pnewtonyarn on Oct 5, 2010 6:50:08 PM

  I just brought a 2000 Isuzu Rodeo and my 30 days are almost up and I need to get this thing registers but the check engine light is still on. I keep getting a EGR/ air flow reading, I have replace the fuel pump, and I have brought a new EGR valve. The check engine light just went off briefly yesterday, but it was late and by the time I got ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo 4x4 questions

• 2000 isuzu cold start stall

  Written by: mshoreman on Aug 19, 2010 2:04:05 PM

  My 2000 isuzu rodeo has an issue every morning (warm or cold) it starts fine, and the moment I put a load on it D or R or even AC on/off the idle sputters and it either stall or almost stalls. Thank I start it up again and drives great the rest of the day. My mechanic cleaned the ERG valve and throttle body, now the AC load doesn't stall it, ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo Transmission Questions

• Re: 2000 isuzu rodeo transmission problem [dorenavant]

  Written by: justanox on Jul 6, 2009 1:36:30 PM

  My Rodeo is acting the exact same way...did you ever figure out the issue? Thanks in advance!

• 2000 isuzu rodeo

  Written by: poma0224 on Apr 26, 2010 9:24:40 AM

  My car was acting sluggish and then lost a lot of power while reveing up really high, right before it stopped completely. Now my car wont move at all in any gear. I read in a repair manual this might be cause to the pan that hold the tranny fluid, that this can be caused to a dent in the pan or causing too much pressure or not enough or a ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo Frame Rust

• hello everyone

  Written by: punkguy1978 on Apr 4, 2010 11:42:02 AM

  Hi guys my name is mike I just two months ago bought what I thought was a very nice Isuzu Rodeo LS 2000. I do like the vehicle the bodys nice it runs nice but the back of the frame is getting fixed tomorrow my upper spring mount is into the floor boards. I'm going to pay the $$$ to get the rear frame rails replaced and a new alignment. I ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo Maintenance and Repair

• 2000 Isuzu Rodeo Leaking Transmission Fluid

  Written by: sjcornelius on Mar 15, 2010 9:08:33 PM

  Does anyone know if you can change the seal on the shifiting shaft without going into the transmission?

Isuzu Rodeo Engine Blown out of Nowhere? Now What?

• Re: 2002 Isuzu Rodeo Engine Blown our of nowhere?? [dani808]

  Written by: wabenzibx on Mar 12, 2010 6:41:17 AM

  I have noticed that a lot of these quick oil change stations recycle old oil from prior oil changes. Since the oil going in your motor is not 100% oil, but mixed with gas and anti-freeze/water, when it reaches operating temperature the engine burns off the non oil elementsin the oil and what you are left is probably a quart or 2 of oil which is not enough for the engine ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo 4x4 questions

• 4x4 doesnt work..

  Written by: procarver on Mar 3, 2010 2:31:52 PM

  i own a 2000 isuzu rodeo 4x4. when i push the 4x4 button it blows a fuse every time and doesnt work. my mechanic cant figure it out. and im fed up with it. you have any idea??

Isuzu Rodeo Frame Rust

• Re: Model year 2000 & 2001 [rodeostinks]

  Written by: marinaky on Feb 10, 2010 5:57:22 PM

  Hi Rodeostinks, cool name. Anyway, go back through the posts in this forum, and follow the instructions on how to submit your info to Derek Rinehardt, federal investigator. I put that on this forum for other Passport and Rodeo owners. File a complaint with NHTSA again, you should receive a claim or case#. Keep that e-mail or print it off and keep it. I had to report the vehicle to NHTSA ... Read More

• Re: Model year 2000 & 2001 [marinaky]

  Written by: rodeostinks on Feb 10, 2010 12:00:27 PM

  I have a 1997 Isuzu Rodeo with 70000' miles on it that cannot be inspected (Since 2008) due to a rusted out frame. If you lay under it rust literally falls in your eyes. Complained to NHSA and Isuzu and was totally ignored. If the Titanic was made out of this crap steel it would have totally disappeared after 11 years!!!!

Isuzu Rodeo No Start Stall Idle Problems

• 2000 Isuzu Cleaned EGR valve and is stalling

  Written by: ziggenpuss on Nov 3, 2009 11:55:37 AM

  just cleaned the EGR valve on my 2000 Isuzu rodeo and now I am having idling and stalling issues, the descriptions of the "pintle" were confusing, is there any way to resolve this issue? We followed the instructions to the letter, and now the car will stall out when in park, and when placed in drive , it seems as if the engine is about to stall.

Isuzu Rodeo Frame Rust

• Rodeo rust virgin

  Written by: hogtied2rodeo on Oct 28, 2009 2:04:16 PM

  I'm in Worcester, MA and unfortunately inherited an Isuzu Rodeo (from a brother that died recently). The Rodeo has the rust problem. It is a 2000 with 90K miles. So I guess I'm just posting this to commiserate with the rest of the posters and just to recap as to the actions I and others have to take: 1) File a complaint with NHSTA 2) Try to find a contact number ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo Engine Swaps

• 98' and 00' same?

  Written by: brandon442 on Oct 27, 2009 12:05:56 AM

  the engine in my 2000 Honda passport is shot, and I'm ready to swap it out with another good running motor. i was looking around on craigslist and found a rebuilt motor in great shape form a 1998 Isuzu rodeo, their the same type motor, i just don't know if the to years are compatible. does anyone know if the 1998 will fit into the 2000 without any major changes being ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo Engine Blown out of Nowhere? Now What?

• Re: 2002 Isuzu Rodeo Engine Blown our of nowhere?? [dani808]

  Written by: 530ir1150r on Sep 26, 2009 6:26:41 AM

  I do not have access to our warranty booklet, but I have not heard of a warranty that is not transferable. A non-transferable warranty does nothing for resale value. Check your booklet or the Isuzu internet site, it used to have the warranties posted for each year. If you are correct though, call Isuzu customer relations and ask to speak to a supervisor (and maybe his). As a last resort, find ... Read More

• Re: 2002 Isuzu Rodeo Engine Blown our of nowhere?? [dani808]

  Written by: wlbrown9 on Sep 23, 2009 7:27:08 AM

  Isuzu engines tend to use some oil between changes. What was your change interval? If you did not check the oil level between changes you really have no way of knowing if it used the oil or if the last change was not filled completely. I think many 'experts' recommend checking you oil every fill-up or at least on a regular basis, perhap 500-1000 miles. So, if it took 3 quarts ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 2000 Isuzu Rodeo Windshield Wiper Problem [vicg]

  Written by: 02bigblue on Jun 3, 2008 7:52:50 AM

  Did you happen to get an answer from anyone? I am having the exact same issue on my 2002 rodeo but I'm getting nowhere. Thanks

Isuzu Rodeo

• Rodeo Fuel Sending Unit and CEL

  Written by: cf14 on Jun 11, 2009 1:16:39 AM

  (2000 Rodeo, V6). The low fuel warning light started flashing constantly, even with a full tank and the check engine light came on so we replaced the fuel sending unit and the car was dead. Wouldn't even attempt to start. Unplugged battery and re-connected and tried again, no luck. A guy came out and read the codes and nothing showed up and I thought that the same instrument he used to ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo Frame Rust

• Re: 2001 Rodeo frame rust [gurlzylla]

  Written by: rock25 on May 27, 2009 5:03:37 AM

  I have a 2000 Rodeo that my daughter was driving on the Mass Pike. While driving 65 mph, the left rear trailing arm and bracket broke from the frame(due to rust), causing the vehicle to shake violently. Somehow she was able to slow down and come to a stop after grazing the gaurdrails on the right side of the road. I believe Isuzu or any company that insures a Isuzu Rodeo/Honda ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo Lights Problems

• Strange Isuzu Rodeo Problems

  Written by: lbren2 on Jan 27, 2009 4:00:18 PM

  So there have been several issues with my 2000 4WD Isuzu Rodeo over the past couple days. I noticed it on Friday when I was driving home from work. The battery and break light were both on when I started to drive out of the parking garage. Before I was halfway home they both went out. The same thing happened on Sunday...but the lights went out before I was on the ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo

• 2000 Isuzu Rodeo Reduced Power mode

  Written by: mccrorytr on Dec 30, 2008 5:42:00 AM

  DTC;s 1515, 1225, 1295. Engines starts and runs. Has no power and runs rough. Any ideas?

Isuzu Rodeo 2000 No Blower Fan?, Fan is ok

• Isuzu Rodeo 2000 No Blower Fan?, Fan is ok

  Written by: Jetson39 on Dec 27, 2008 9:44:55 AM

  Isuzu Rodeo 2000 4wh. The blower fan is not working? I tried a new blower motor and that didn't work. All fuses seem to be ok. When it did go out there was a burning smell from the dash.

Isuzu Rodeo Maintenance and Repair

• Four Wheel Drive Engaging

  Written by: poohbearwoods on Dec 6, 2008 1:25:23 PM

  I have a 2000 Isuzu Rodeo LS and when I push the 4WD button to engage the four wheel drive the light blinks. When it is engaged it turns solid and lite up on the dash below the speedometer. Mine is only blinking and never goes solid. I was wondering if anyone has encountered the same problem. I really would like it fixed so I don't have to chain this winter. ... Read More

• 2000 Isuzu Rodeo park/signal light bulb

  Written by: lilwoedi on Oct 30, 2007 5:08:17 PM

  I am needing to replace the signal/park light bulb. The last time I had it replaced was by the dealership. Can anyone recommend what bulb I am going to need to buy from the auto parts store?

• Same here, does anyone have any ideas

  Written by: kirama on Oct 9, 2008 3:22:25 PM

  I have a 2000 Rodeo with 71,000 miles on it. I got a check engine light about 6 mths ago, the only thing that seemed wrong was hard starting. I had the EGR and PCV replaced, fuel injectors cleaned, check engine light went out, but car was still hard to start. Now it runs real rough and dies when idling. I have no idea what to try next or who to ... Read More

• Engine Light and chugging

  Written by: vsmith2 on Sep 26, 2008 2:44:20 PM

  Help! I have an 2000 Isuzu Rodeo. For the last month the check egine light has been on and while going down the road it will just start chugging really bad and almost stall out. It's really bad in the morning but better in the afternoons. I took it to my local mechanic who does the regular maintennace on it. He checked everything and could find out what the problem was. ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo Transmission Questions

• Re: 2000 isuzu rodeo transmission problem [soundrms]

  Written by: apinti on Jun 24, 2008 8:57:46 PM

  My Isuzu 2002 V6 Wizard Alive's (2WD) gearbox was recently replaced by a used one from an Isuzu Rodeo. The problem I'm getting now is that in Drive mode this "new" gearbox will hunt between 3rd and 4th gear. When switched into 3 it will switch through all gears as if it was in D mode. In range 2 and L it's switching as it is supposed to. The shop that ... Read More

• Re: 2000 isuzu rodeo transmission problem [dorenavant]

  Written by: soundrms on Apr 20, 2008 4:33:44 PM

  I have a 99 Rodeo that had a shift problem between lower gears and noticed every once in awhile it would happen at higher speeds. The shop I took it to replaced the throttle sensor and it stopped.

• Re: 2000 isuzu rodeo transmission problem [suebeedoo]

  Written by: fordfan_17 on Apr 12, 2008 9:01:27 AM

  my experience with the 4L30E transmission during rebuild procedures make sure that they bore and sleeve the 1-2 servo a very common failure point in this particular unit causing slide bump 1-2 shifts after rebuild ESPECIALLY if the 1-2 band was burnt when the unit was dis-assembled for rebuild

• Re: 2000 isuzu rodeo transmission problem [dorenavant]

  Written by: suebeedoo on Apr 8, 2008 2:12:56 PM

  I have the same Rodeo, started having the same problem last week so I booked it in for a "checkup"...too late! It blew on Wednesday, blew the seals and the 3-4 accumulator went AWOL, mechanic figures it's somewhere on the road. Have to have the whole thing rebuilt now, clutches are burned, new torque converter - everything! I recommend you get this checked immediately. Sorry I didn't have good news for ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo

• Re: 92 & 2000 Isuzu rodeo EGR flow [atfdmike]-getting diagnostic codes? [hikick1]

  Written by: rodeojeff on Oct 20, 2007 3:23:40 PM

  I have a 1995 rodeo and the connection i use to get my code is a 3 prong one i jump the 2 outer terminals and then turn the key on and the services engine lites gives me the codes hope this helps

• Re: 2000 Isuzu Rodeo - Eating Engine Oil [aramos08]

  Written by: nogorodeo on Oct 1, 2007 12:30:09 PM

  I bought a 2001 Isuzu Rodeo about 3 weeks ago. After going not even 2500 miles, it has gone through all the oil, the oil light didn't come on and the engine locked up. Now I have to replace it. Does anyone have any suggestions as to the engine to replace it with. I think the same engine was put into other vehicles such as the Honda Passport, and they could ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo checking oil level

• Isuzu Rodeo checking oil level

  Written by: hansey25 on Feb 25, 2008 3:13:02 PM

  So my mother gave me her 2000 Isuzu Rodeo a few months ago. I had never checked the oil when she had it, but when I finally did check it I couldn’t get an accurate reading. The dipstick has oil at least 2 inches over the max level. I had the oil changed at a local place and the tech at the garage couldn’t get an accurate reading either. About 400 ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo Check Engine Light

• Re: 2000 Rodeo Check Engine Light [princessnaeya]

  Written by: hansey25 on Feb 25, 2008 3:01:26 PM

  I just went through a check engine light issue with my 2000 Rodeo. When your gas tank gets down to about ¼ tank look to see if the gas light comes on and the gauges goes a little screwy. For some reason the fuel sensor in the 2000 Rodeo will start acting up and this makes the check engine light come on. If that is the problem, it cost a little ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo Transmission Questions

• 2000 isuzu rodeo transmission problem

  Written by: dorenavant on Feb 23, 2008 2:41:57 AM

  I have a 2000 Isuzu rodeo V6, it has 85000 miles on it. It runs very good however when I get to the interstate and go above 75mph it shifts real hard and the transmission check light starts flashing however if I turn the engine off after 15 minutes the light stop flashing. I change the transmission switch mode, the fuel filter, the spark plug and the air filter but the ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo Maintenance and Repair

• front wheel bearings

  Written by: bugsy1 on Oct 27, 2007 3:34:59 PM

  can any one tell me if its a big job to replace your front wheel bearings in a 2000 isuzu rodeo ls, im planning on doing it my self , any help would be greatly appreciated.

Rodeo Bumpy Ride

• front wheel bearings

  Written by: bugsy1 on Oct 17, 2007 8:05:04 PM

  good day to you all , i have a 2000 isuzu rodeo ls 6 cylinder.the front wheel bearings is bad , is it hard to replace , can i do it my self or do i need to take a shop to press it out and in . im mechanically inclined ,do a lot of work my self ,has any one had this work done before ,thanks for your replies.

Isuzu Rodeo Maintenance and Repair

• heating and cooling

  Written by: stefan4 on Jul 25, 2007 5:57:42 PM

  i have a 2000 isuzu rodeo and i am having problems with the a/c and heater. the problem is that the fan/blower will not come on most of the time. and when it does come on it is only for a short time. it has been in the shop three times with three temporary fixes. i know on one time it was something he did with the fuse and it worked ... Read More

Honda Passport No Start Problems

• Re: 2000 Passport - Won't turn over, fuel pump relay buzzing/clicking [jmoyles2]

  Written by: shadetree56 on Jul 22, 2007 1:13:04 AM

  Hello, I have an Isuzu Rodeo, 2001, having the same symptoms as yours with same frustrations. Did you resolve? I after various diagnostics concluded it was the Fuel pump, ordered one prepared to install and found no voltage to the pump. Went to the fuse relay box and found the relay was not engaging. Traced the control wire for the relay back the ECM. Only 6 volts coming from ECM, should ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo

• Re: 2000 Isuzu Rodeo - Eating Engine Oil [bucsngoofy]

  Written by: debir on Apr 18, 2007 2:12:05 PM

  I have a 2000 Rodeo that does the exact same thing...only it will also cut out. It is like a bucking bronco....with the cruise control. I've had it unhooked, etc. but nothing works. This car has been nothing but a lemon. A shame becuase I had a Rodeo years ago and it was a gen.

• Re: 2000 Isuzu Rodeo - Eating Engine Oil [aramos08]

  Written by: bucsngoofy on Apr 2, 2007 12:30:14 AM

  Can't help you w/ your problem, but I totally agree about not buying a Rodeo. I have an 01' Rodeo LSE and my cruise control engages on it's own, if I don't catch it within about 2 seconds and disengage it, the engine dies! Yet nothing ever shows up on the diagnostic check and it never acts up when a tech. is driving it around to try and duplicate the problem. ... Read More

• Re: 2000 Isuzu Rodeo - Eating Engine Oil [aramos08]

  Written by: paisan on Mar 28, 2007 12:11:40 PM

  1 quart per 1k miles is the amount that is allowed by Isuzu. This is well documented and "normal". I put synthetic oil in and reduced it to 1 quart per 2k miles. -mike

• 2000 Isuzu Rodeo - Eating Engine Oil

  Written by: aramos08 on Mar 28, 2007 12:06:34 PM

  I bought a 4X4 - 2000 Isuzu Rodeo and after six days I run into to so many problems; 1.) The front two (2) wheel wiggle in the first week after I purchase the car and the dealer could not find the cause of wiggle and I was told that maybe the tire is not balance. Finally, after I get outside mechanic, they found the front wheel is not aligned and ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo Maintenance and Repair

• Re: transmissions for a 2000 rodeo [ddickau]

  Written by: tidester on Mar 15, 2007 10:15:40 PM

  You may also want to try the Isuzu Rodeo Transmission Questions discussion. tidester, host SUVs and Smart Shopper

• transmissions for a 2000 rodeo

  Written by: ddickau on Mar 15, 2007 6:07:56 PM

  Does a 2000 rodeo have a dip stick for tranny fluid? If so where is it located? I have gone to 4 mechanics and they all tell me I have to go to an Isuzu dealer and they will adjust with a key? Thankyou

• my 2000 rodeo don't take off right away

  Written by: ddickau on Mar 15, 2007 5:11:58 PM

  Hi I have a 2000 Isuzu Rodeo. When I come up to a stop sign I can't move while in drive when the green light comes up again. Or I can just get in it and try to take off and I can't move this way. If I wait a little bit it will jump into drive and then I can go but then I can't move any further, it just ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo

• 2000 rodeo 4x4 not engaging.

  Written by: biggsvaj on Feb 28, 2007 3:52:50 PM

  In my 2000 Isuzu Rodeo, the 4X4 recently stopped engaging. When I hit the dash board button to turn the 4-wheel on I can still hear a click like it is trying to engage, but the light just continues to blink on the dash and the front two wheels never engage. Does anyone know where I should start to look for the problem?

Isuzu Rodeo Maintenance and Repair

• 4 Wheel Drive Problem

  Written by: romernat on Feb 13, 2007 3:28:54 PM

  In my 2000 Isuzu Rodeo, the 4X4 recently stopped engaging. When I hit the dash board button to turn the 4-wheel on I can still hear a click like it is trying to engage, but the light just continues to blink on the dash and the front two wheels never engage. Does anyone know where I should start to look for the problem?

Isuzu Rodeo Transmission Questions

• 94 Isuzu Rodeo automatic tranny - No Reverse!

  Written by: yz250chick on Feb 10, 2007 6:05:38 PM

  I have all the forward gears in my automatic 94 Isuzu Rodeo. When I put it in reverse, it sounds like the tranny is trying (ie., the engine reflects a load) but it acts as if you're stepping on the brake while giving it gas. But it doesn't budge in reverse at all. It will rev out to 2000 rpm and not move! The previous owner left the tranny fluid in ... Read More

• Transmission Maintenance 2004 Rodeo

  Written by: dj2big on Feb 10, 2007 7:20:12 AM

  2004 Isuzu Rodeo 3.2 Automatic I wanted to know when is the transmission maintenance sue. The manual is not clear on this. It only suggest when to check the fluid not when it should be changed. I have asked the dealer they said every 30K. I use to have a 2000 Amigo wich has the same engine and that had a sealed transmission and had to be changed at 120,000 miles. ... Read More

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• 2000 Isuzu Rodeo Windshield Wiper Problem

  Written by: vicg on Jan 24, 2007 1:55:53 PM

  The intermittent wiper mode does not work. When I move the wiper control to the first position (intermittent operation) the wipers move up about 5 inches then stop..The low speed & high speed positions work just fine. I suspect either the Combination Switch or the Windshield wiper motor Assembly is the culprit. The local Isuzu Dealer Parts man says, the problem may be with the Alarm Control Module....I'm confused.. Anybody have ... Read More

• Isuzu Rodeo 2000 - headlights not working

  Written by: arunt71 on Oct 25, 2006 3:11:37 PM

  Hi, I am having problem with my car. When I start the car the headlights does not work but every other light works, Also there is no problem with starting. After driving about 10 - 20 mi, the headlight starts working (I have to still put it on). This has been happeing for last few months, initially it was once in 2 months but now its like every other week. Thanks ... Read More

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• 2000 Rodeo speedometer, tack, warning lights quit

  Written by: bfalck on Aug 19, 2006 2:52:03 PM

  Hi, the speedometer, tachometer and most of the warning lights on my 2000 Isuzu Rodeo just went out. I do not see any fuses that control these. I just had two emission sensors replaced. Any suggestions?

Isuzu Rodeo Maintenance and Repair

• Speedometer and Tach and warning lights quit

  Written by: bfalck on Aug 19, 2006 2:44:22 PM

  Hi, the speedometer, tachometer and most of the warning lights on my 2000 Isuzu Rodeo just went out. I do not see any fuses that control these. I just had two emission sensors replaced. Any suggestions?

• Isuzu Rodeo 2000; problems & solutions

  Written by: erms on Jul 4, 2006 11:49:06 AM

  The light for the digital clock has gone out... how do I repair?

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• Starting engine in the morning

  Written by: c_varga on Jun 11, 2006 6:59:46 AM

  When starting my 2000 Isuzu Rodeo for the first time after it has sat for a while it sputters and sometimes stalls out. I am not very mechanically inclined and would appreciate any suggestions on where to start.

• Re: 92 & 2000 Isuzu rodeo EGR flow [atfdmike]-getting diagnostic codes?

  Written by: hikick1 on May 17, 2006 8:17:24 PM

  I believe the tech II tool referred to is also known as an OBD II computer diagnostic tool? I have a 92(OBD I) that I just needed to find the 12-pin harness to check for codes....still can't find it. the repair manual said under driver dash and to left. It said I could use a paper clip in pins A & B to trigger diagnostic codes on check engine dash light. ... Read More

• Re: 2000 Isuzu rodeo EGR flow [eryn]

  Written by: atfdmike on May 17, 2006 9:46:24 AM

  While I am not personally acquainted with your Rodeo, the EGR valve is very accessible and can be removed by unbolting two bolts and the electrical connector. Here is a link to a diagram of location on rt side of engine. http://www.carspace.com/atfdmike/.59a45120!v= The only reliable way to check the EGR valve itself is with a Tech 2 diagnostic tool, which monitors the electronic activity commanding the valve and the feedback from ... Read More

• 2000 Isuzu rodeo EGR flow

  Written by: eryn on May 16, 2006 3:33:48 PM

  I'm having a problem with my 2000 isuzu rodeo. It all started when the CEL came on along with the transmission light flashing on and off. Took it the MEchanic and did a check found out several things. The code P401 came on which states that there is a EGR flow problem. But i had the same proble 1 1/2 years ago. Can I clean the valve myself? The second code ... Read More

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• Transmission/Check engine

  Written by: karenjane on Jan 31, 2006 7:56:51 AM

  Help! Has anyone had a dealer repair shop tell you the Main Engine Wire Harness needs to be replaced? My problems started with a transmission fluid leak, the dealer replaced the accumulator pison ocver, which Ilater learned is defective in most 2000+ Isuzu Rodeos. Then, the ck trans light kept coming on, and it felt like the trans was slipping. Back to the dealer, they told me my trans was shot, ... Read More

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• 4X4 indicator light blinking

  Written by: juaco on Jan 29, 2006 8:07:31 PM

  I have a 2000 Isuzu Rodeo LS. The indicator light is blinking slowly for a few secounds and then blinking fastly. but the four wheel is no t work. any idea. help!!!

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• Re: 2000 Rodeo Check Engine Light [princessnaeya]

  Written by: catmaster on Jan 14, 2006 8:05:49 PM

  HELLO,I HAVE A 2000 ISUZU RODEO 3.2 V6, LOVE THAT TRUCK MORE THEN SOME WOMEN I KNOW,SPECIALLY IN THE SNOW CANT GET MY SELF STUCK ANY WHERE FEEL KIND OF BAD FOR THOSE POOR CAR PEOPLE OH -WELL, I HAD THE SAME PROBLEM.JUST CHANGE YOUR SPARK PLUGS, MAKE SURE YOU GET NGK,DONT BE LIKE ME AND TRY TO USE BOSCH PLATNIUM TIP LIKE I DID,THINKING I WAS GOING TO HAVE A ... Read More

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• New Member with a Question

  Written by: snowman97903 on Dec 16, 2005 12:04:21 AM

  Good morning everyone. I am the happy owner of a 2001 Isuzu Rodeo Sport. Bought new in 2000 it now has about 107,000 miles. It still runs strong (due for tune up and radiator flush tho). What is the story on the timing belts for this model? The manual says every 60,000 miles for change out. Can somebody please explain what non-interference means in regards to the timing belt ? Thanx ... Read More

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• New Member w/ Question

  Written by: snowman97903 on Dec 15, 2005 6:05:44 AM

  Good morning everyone. I am the happy owner of a 2001 Isuzu Rodeo Sport. Bought new in 2000 it now has about 107,000 miles. It still runs strong (due for tune up and radiator flush tho). What is the story on the timing belts for this model? The manual says every 60,000 miles for change out. Can somebody please explain what non-interference means in regards to the timing belt ? Thanx ... Read More

Isuzu Rodeo Check Engine Light

• check Engine light

  Written by: sarmad1 on Nov 23, 2005 1:11:26 AM

  also i have the same problem with check engine light is on and iam from iraq and in our cuntry we didnt have isuzu shope enginniring to take a car to repaiar pls. if any one have any information to solved this problem and if thier was step to repaier pls send to me i can do myself becuse i have same information for a mecanecal of vhicale. also anather problem ... Read More

• Re: 2000 Rodeo Check Engine Light [princessnaeya]

  Written by: wlbrown9 on Oct 17, 2005 11:25:25 AM

  Did he use spark plugs that are listed in the Isuzu manual? If not, these can cause CEL to come on. At least this is the way my '00 Trooper is and I think the Rodeo is that way as well. Lots of other plugs will come up if you search say on NAPAONLINE.COM or the Autozone site for example, but if there are not the correct plugs, the Check Engine ... Read More

• Re: 2000 Rodeo Check Engine Light [princessnaeya]

  Written by: steve_ on Oct 16, 2005 8:08:04 PM

  Please ask in the Isuzu Rodeo discussion where other owners will see your question faster. And you may get some ideas over in the "Check Engine" light discussion too. Steve, Host

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• Should I BUY IT?????

  Written by: blaze79 on Sep 22, 2005 11:57:59 PM

  Hi everyone, I am thinking about buying Isuzu Rodeo 2000 with about 57,000 for a fairly good price. I don't know much about these cars and was told that they are exactly the same as Honda Passport. Would you recomend this car (it is always the best to get oppinion from the people who own one and not a sales rep in the dealership)? I drive 30K a year and need ... Read More

• problems with my transmission

  Written by: britracer on Sep 10, 2005 6:27:27 PM

  I just bought a 2000 rodeo from carmax, after three weeks the transmission slipped occasionally and I took it back to them, I had a 1 month warranty on the car with carmax, they told me there was nothing wrong, i am sure they played with something as it didn't happen again for about 4 more weeks, now it is so bad I can hardly drive it, I took it to ... Read More

• Can't raise the rear seat cushion...help!

  Written by: gshatta on Aug 19, 2005 9:26:31 AM

  I just baught a 2000 Isuzu Rodeo and it just occured to me that I don't know how to access the jack handle and lug tool that are under the rear seat cushion. I can't seam to figure out how to get the cushion up. Am I just stupid or is there some magical way to do this? Can anybody help me with this? I'ts a little embarrassing. Thanks guys

• Transmission Problems-Help!

  Written by: rocket6 on Aug 9, 2005 12:43:44 PM

  I have a 2000 Isuzu Rodeo LS model with 2wd. The vehicle has 36k miles on it. About 6 months ago the trans. started to shift gears very hard (automatic trans). I took it to the dealer and they stated it sounded like a solenoid and the cost would be about $500 to repair it. I have put on about 3k miles since then and have only experienced this twice. Anyway, ... Read More

• Re: Rodeo CO emissions [pha_roah]

  Written by: annintenn on May 22, 2005 8:16:05 PM

  We don't have emission testing here so I don't know the answer to this, but I do know that my 4.5 year old Rodeo (2000 model) manual trans. gets the same gas mileage that it did the day I brought it home new- about 21mpg. I am on the fourth set of tires, but have never had to replace the brakes and have 114k on it. The only problems I have ... Read More

• check engine light

  Written by: hongkiaping on May 4, 2005 6:50:45 PM

  my Isuzu 2000,v6 3.2 problem is solved by finding broken intake manifold gasket. because my car only has 25000miles and within warrenty repair. there is no charge for me. it was heard that it is common problem for rodeo car...broken intake gasket.

• check engine light

  Written by: hongkiaping on Apr 29, 2005 6:33:45 AM

  My car is Isuzu rodeo 2000, 2wd and v6. check engine is always on when you start the engine. I replaced EGR valve and the check engine light is still on when you start engine. i went to advance auto to check the trouble code. the code numbers are P1340(manfacurer control.ignition system or misfire) and P0300(random/multiple cylinder misfire detected).is there advice from you and thanks.

• check engine light

  Written by: hongkiaping on Apr 25, 2005 5:52:20 PM

  chech engine light would not go off after i start the engine. sometime it is flashing and off...on..off and stay on.engine speedometer is ocillation betweem 1X1000 to 2X1000. engine will shutdown if you hit the break and stop. i have to restart it again. Anyone have a advce? thanks. my car is Isuzu rodeo ,year 2000 and v6 2xw, with 26,000 miles on it.

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• im having issues with my rodeo.. can anyone help?

  Written by: procarver on Mar 3, 2010 2:21:06 PM

  hi i own a 2000 isuzu rodeo 4x4, 5-speed, 3.2 v6 dohc. theres a few things wrong with it and i want to know if anyone would have an answer to my question.. when i push my 4x4 button, i blow a 15 amp fuse everytime. that same fuse when blown makes my signal lights not work, my heat and my wipers also dont work.. as long as i dont put ... Read More

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• Re: Leaking oil from 2000 Rodeo [anthony2n]

  Written by: khanh1 on Feb 28, 2005 6:25:43 AM

  I called the dealer about the oil leak and they said it is cover under the powertrain warranty. I brought it in last Saturday. It turn out to be some piston seal leaking and not the pan itself. It was repaired under the 10yrs/120k powertrain warranty and no charge for me. So I suggest anyone to try to utilize the Isuzu powertrain warranty first before spending one's own money.

• shock changers

  Written by: lastchild on Jan 14, 2005 3:30:27 AM

  i put monroematics on 2000 rodeo w/v6...ride was still harsh...then i checked tire pressure...it was at max recommended for tires...cooper 245 70 r/16...35 psi....isuzu recommends 26 psi...lowered it to 28 psi and the ride is MUCH BETTER...just a heads up

• Re: shock changers

  Written by: lastchild on Jan 12, 2005 3:01:30 AM

  ....been reading about changing shocks to smooth out ride of rodeo...i've got 2000 w/ v6...put in monromatics...didn't help much..ride still bumpy..then i checked the air pressure on tires...245/70r16 coopers...pressure was 35 psi..which is psi stated on side of tire...isuzu recommends 26 psi...dropped pressure to 28 psi...ride is MUCH better...just a heads up...