2001 Suzuki Vitara Consumer Discussions

Changing spark plugs

Changing spark plugs

Written by: panzfast on Jul 27, 2008 01:41 PM

Hi I own a 2001 suzuki Grand Vitara v6 4x4. I want to change the spark plugs. Where are they? Anything else I should know? Thank you Read More...

Chevy Tracker

Replacement parts - Tracker vs Suzuki

Written by: dmcash on Apr 05, 2008 06:12 PM

Hello to ALL….yes, I’m the new guy on the block, and I’m glad I came across this forum. I have a 2001 Tracker 4-Dr 4x4 with a 2.0L, and yes I also have my first question for the group. We’ve just experienced a steering problem, and after reading some of the postings regarding the lower steering shaft u-joints failing, I removed the shaft and indeed found the lower joint ... Read More...

Re: How-to? disable Daytime running lights [huckflinn]

Written by: mjpower on Feb 17, 2008 07:11 AM

Here is the link I used to get info about disabling my lights. http://www.lightsout.org/disable.html The Suzuki Vitara is a sister car to the Tracker and here are the instructions they gave for that vehicle. 1. Unplug the DRL module located under the dash to the right of the steeering column. It's a small silver box with a multi pin plug in its side, pretty obvious. ... Read More...

Suzuki Grand Vitara 2006 through 2008

Re: the Diesel 1.9 [norwoodsmn]

Written by: xostnot on Sep 17, 2007 10:06 PM

Well I suppose Suzuki is trying. The fixed the mileage readout on the '07, and I understand the Canadian '08 has a remote gas filler flap release. Now we're getting somewhere! How's about removable rear seats, given the rest of the GV's very poor provisions for carrying large objects. I think they should revise the model choice, which has too many too much alike ... Read More...

Re: One year later..... [xostnot]

Written by: norwoodsmn on Jun 26, 2007 00:24 AM

Hi again xostnot, nice to hear from you too. Unfortunately, I saw the current edition of Consumer Reports (auto issue), on the news stand today. I don't dare let pass from my finger tips here, what they said about the new GV's reliability rating, as obviously someone here would accuse me of making it all up. So not to offend anyone, let me just focus on what their data ... Read More...

Suzuki Vitara Maintenance and Repair

To buy, or not to buy?

Written by: taugal6 on Jul 29, 2006 00:04 PM

I am a new member to the forums, although I have used the website many times researching cars. I am in the process of buying a vehicle for my teenage son to replace his 96 Jeep Grand Cherokee that was totaled in a wreck (not his fault, BTW). He loved his Jeep, except for the MPG, so we are considering a 2001 Suzuki Vitara JLX 4X4, 4-door, Auto, 96K miles. (Yes, it's high ... Read More...

Chevy Tracker

Re: How long will a good Tracker last? [tbird_s_y]

Written by: inuvik on Jul 24, 2006 04:00 PM

I have a 2001 4dr with the 2.0 4 cylinder with the automatic transmission. It has over 115K on it. To answer your first question their is no reason why a Tracker should not give you 200K with regular maintenance. The 2.0 doesn't have too much power with the automatic and anything over 65 MPH is pushing it. But it does deliver great fuel mileage. I have regularly gotten ... Read More...

Suzuki Grand Vitara 2006 through 2008

Re: GV long term road test [budman3]

Written by: badsuzuki on Jul 11, 2006 10:10 AM

I wish they would roadtest my Grand Vitara. Been making a droning noise with vbration since new between 55-68 mph, not just accellerating but while cruiing tht speed. Have replaced driveshaft propellor and differential mounting bracket, now want to replace axles, then differential. They have no idea what the problem is, also vibration on moderate acceleration ... Read More...

Suzuki Vitara Maintenance and Repair

Suzuki Vitara JLX timing chain issues

Written by: jlxdriver on Dec 30, 2005 07:36 PM

I own a 2001 Suzuki Vitara JLX. It is a four door, automatic. I have had to repair the timing chain components once. It cost me $1150.00. That was two years ago. I have noticed the same noice indicator again. Has anyone else experienced this and if so What if anything is Suzuki doing about it? Read More...

Dianko

Written by: beroe on Nov 27, 2005 02:09 PM

I own 2001 Suzuki Vitara.I installed remote control car starter.It works good,but I want to extend the crank.For this reason I have to connect one wire to the "car's tach(tachometer) wire under the hood." I don't know were is this car's tach wire.Shood be negative side of the coil or tach output of the coil pack.Does anybody knows were is this. Read More...