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Car Forum / Isuzu Cars / November 2006

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Just bought 1995 Rodeo, need advice......

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poneal@gmail.com - 28 Nov 2006 16:47 GMT
Hey guys, I just bought a 1995 Rodeo with 157,000 miles on it. I only
paid 1,000 for it and it's in pretty good shape. New rims tires, etc.
I'm using it to haul computers around. Anyway, I've got that Isuzu
ticking sound, and i'm going to try the synthetic fix. I was just
wondering is there anything specific I should get done to the vehicle
in the way of service?  Or anything I should look out for? I travel on
back roads at night sometimes and I want to be prepared. I'm not sure
how long these things run for. I've hear that you can get 200k or
better out of them. The transmission vibrates a little in first gear,
but thats the only problem i'm having. I know it's hard to give me
specifics because you cant "see" my vehicle, but, Any general advice at
all would be greatly appreciated!!! Also, which dipstick is for the
transmission? The one with the latch?

-Pete
Manuel Garcia - 29 Nov 2006 01:50 GMT
I just sold my '95 Rodeo, but what I can tell you is a common occurrance is
the speedometer gear losing teeth ($20 part} which will not only leave you
guessing your speed, but the computer will not know the correct fuel/air
mixture to use and cause stalling. The part itself is located on the rear of
the transmission, just forward of the universal joint on the passenger side.
Look for the 3-wire harness connection, and use a 10mm socket to remove the
unit. Don't buy the entire sending unit ($130+), just the small nylon gear
on a metal post.

Window regulators go out also, and while not cheap they are simple to
replace. Again, don't buy the entire regulator/motor if the motor is still
working. The regulator by itself will run $78-$89 from most dealers.

The cheapest repair was when the tailgate release wouldn't work, and all it
took was a $1.39 spring from the dealer and about 30 minutes.

For good schematics, go to hondaautomotiveparts.com and look up Honda
Passport, which were assembled on the same Lafayette, Indiana assembly line.
 
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