Engine Clicking And Tapping Noises Problems of Suzuki Grand Vitara

Owner complaints vibration while braking and premature wear. Number of other problems with this vehicle. The consumer stated that the brakes squeel like nails on a chalkboard. The consumer was told that the rotors were dusty. The vehicle horn started blowing and would not stop. The consumer was told that it was an electrical problem. The fuse was taken out to stop the horn from working. . Read more...

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The engine would not turn over, could not be jump started, and was towed to the dealership. The diagnosis was a dead cell battery at ~48,000 miles. Two weeks later the engine would not turn over, but eventually did after a jump start. The following two weeks, when the key was turned to try and start the engine, all that happened was a clicking noise. Jump starting was ineffective. It was towed again to the dealership. The diagnosis is engine siezure. The vehicle is four years old, with ~48,000 miles, and perfect service records. The dealer recommends replacing the entire engine in order for the vehicle to run again.

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At the time of purchase the vehicle had an oil leak. The dealer agreed to fix the leak. The vehicle has been taken to the dealer several times and each time a different repair was made but the vehicle continued to use a quart of oil every 3000 miles. An independent mechanic stated that the front seal was the cause of the oil consumption. The vehicle pulled to the right while driving. The front end wobbled while driving. The consumer heard a popping noise from the driver and passenger front windows when closing them.

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