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1995 Suzuki Vitara Repair Question


Topics covered: Noise, Engine, Suspension.
Mileage: 160,000 miles.

Asked on January 24, 2013

Suzuki Vitara Noise Problem

When coasting to a stop or rolling at low speed
Avatar Asked by rapidfire1404

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Replied on January 24, 2013

Yes? .................. and what happens when coming to a stop?
What engine?
Any stored trouble codes?

Tiny Answered by Wrenchtech (expert)
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Replied on January 24, 2013

It appears my whole question didn't post. I'll try again. When coasting to a stop or rolling at low speed

Tiny Response from rapidfire1404
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Replied on January 24, 2013

When coasting to a stop or rolling at low speed less than 10kph, there is a metallic knocking sound. Sounds like center or rear of car. Only occurs after car has been running for a while. Noise immediately stops upon acceleration. No other issues changing gears. Noise increases with clutch in. Noise seems to significantly decrease when in first gear, but not in other gears. Can feel it through shift lever, but very faintly. Car has new suspension all round. New uni joint. Complete new exhaust system. 1.6l engine, manual 4 wheel drive, hubs in free. Thanks for your time.

Tiny Response from rapidfire1404
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Replied on January 24, 2013

G16b 16v engine. Haven't checked trouble codes warning lights or check lights active. Found the problem with my first post. It cut off where I used a Less Than symbol.

Tiny Response from rapidfire1404
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Replied on January 24, 2013

This just needs to be put on a lift and inspected. You could be talking about a lot of different types of noises. They need to inspect the drive train including the driveshaft, transmission, suspension, wheel bearings and differential

Tiny Answered by Wrenchtech (expert)
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Replied on January 24, 2013

No warning lights or check lights active.

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