2002 Suzuki Vitara Consumer Discussions

Suzuki Vitara Maintenance and Repair

Re: little or no heat!!! [troyan]

Written by: jebeland0 on Nov 05, 2008 06:21 AM

I had the same problem with my 2002 Suzuki Vitara, when I brought it to the mechanic he said it was a cable that came loose, he put it back in place and it worked immediately. It did manage to come off within a week of him fixing it. He put it back in place and my heat has been working like new ever since. I noticed that it was not working earlier this year. Read More...

Suzuki Grand Vitara 4WD questions

2002 suzuki grand vitara 4wd very hard shifts

Written by: hardwater_39 on Nov 21, 2007 11:06 PM

hi i have a 2002 suzuki grand vitara 4wd 2.5l automatic. out of the blue it statring shifting very hard. to the point that it will chirp the tires when it shifts from 1st to 2nd gear. some times it jerks 2 times between 1st and 2nd gear. not getting a check engine light. main power switch to cruise control has stopped working about the same time this problem ocurred. ... Read More...

Suzuki Grand Vitara 2006 through 2008

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 Grand Vitara (2005 and earlier)

Is the 2000 Susuki ok in 2007?

Written by: mrsrony on Mar 24, 2007 08:41 PM

We are looking at a 2000 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA with about 65k miles asking $9k. It seems like there was alot of problems with that year yet the others rate really well. We are torn between it and a 2002 Jeep Liberty with 90k miles for the same price. The price alone makes me think there is a problem. Any advice? Thanks for your thoughts. :) Read More...

Chevy Tracker

Re: 2002 Tracker 4wd automatic hubs will not engage [molly090406]

Written by: siberia on Feb 23, 2007 03:57 PM

I was afraid you would ask that. Under Suzuki Vitara (2002) I found the category "Air Pump" but the description of the item that turned up was "VACUUM PUMP FOR 440". I was thinking you might search for front differential for your year and model and that would tell you if the yard had a vehicle. Then call and ask about the pump. They might not know the pump exists - I didn't, ... Read More...

Suzuki Vitara Maintenance and Repair

Re: Front and Rear Axle Seal replacement [nodar]

Written by: old911guy on Jul 31, 2006 08:40 PM

I replaced the front brake pads on my 2002 Suzuki Vitara (JLX?) the other day and saw evidence of something slinging oil all around the right front fender well. I trace it to the right front axle seal on the front differential (is a 4WD). I have not had a chance to check the oil level in the front differential. Uh oh! How does an axle seal seize? Do you mean that it is frozen ... Read More...

Chevy Tracker

Re: REPLY [nochevy]

Written by: scotter on Jul 26, 2006 09:24 AM

The compnay I work for in New Jersey, has a sister plant in Ingersoll as well. Back in 2002 the area business's had tours of their facilities and then a goupr question and answer period over lunch. Anyway I was up there at the time CAMI was giving their tour and I went along and saw the entire operation. The Tracker and Vitara/Grand Vitara are the same vehicle, built ... Read More...

Suzuki Vitara Maintenance and Repair

Re: Petrol (gas) for 1995 Suzuki vitara [samran]

Written by: old911guy on Jul 20, 2006 06:58 PM

There is commonly 2 methods used to compute octane rating in the USA. I am not that familiar with the formulas, but does Thailand use the same method? Most vehicles here run quite well on 87 octane, with the highest octane normally available at the pumps is 93 octane. 95 octane here would be very expensive and basically a waste of money. The higher the compression ... Read More...

Chevy Tracker

Re: 2002 valve seal problem [razap]

Written by: poorcruzer on Mar 31, 2006 04:02 PM

Your sparkplugs could have well been fouled, but with carbon build-up, not oil. Especially if you do a lot of short trips or your sparkplugs were replaced with ones that run too cool. If your oil consumption is low, it's not your valve stern seals. Insert your prayer of thanks here. As for your last question, all Chevrolet Trackers are Suzuki Grand Vitaras' or Vitaras' ... Read More...

Re: '99 chevy tracker time chain area noise [ali11]

Written by: cob on Feb 23, 2006 09:00 AM

If you look at the Suzuki Grand Vitara posts there was a problem with the timing chain tensioners from 1999-2002 approx. The fix is over $1000 at the dealer. Someone posted instructions and pictures of the problem and how to fix. I do not remember what post number it is. Read More...