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What are the problems with the Suzuki XL-7?

What are the problems with the Suzuki XL-7?

My wife has an 02 XL-7 and on start up it make a rubbing plastic sound for about 2-3 seconds and goes away I can’t pin point where it is coming from and it also has the problem with the 4wd that once you turn it on it won’t come out until you stop and put it into reverse.

Why is my Suzuki XL-7 timing chain not working?

BTW, much of the talk on the timing chain issue seems to indicate that the use of bad filters and the wrong oil either causes the problem or makes it happen quicker. Many of the recommendations are to use the lightest weight oil for the truck, and to use a good filter like the OEM Suzuki filters.

Why are my Suzuki XL-7 tires binding up?

It could bind up. One big reason for the binding improper use, but if you are certain that you are using it right, it could be mismatched tires, improper inflation, and other tire related problems. The tires must all be rotating at the same rate to properly disengage the system.

When to get Suzuki XL-7 under warranty?

If you purchased your truck after August 2002 and have less than 100K miles, you should be able to get it worked on under warranty. If you purchase it before August 2002 and have more than 3years and/or 36K miles on it, you will have to cover the repairs yourself.

My wife has an 02 XL-7 and on start up it make a rubbing plastic sound for about 2-3 seconds and goes away I can’t pin point where it is coming from and it also has the problem with the 4wd that once you turn it on it won’t come out until you stop and put it into reverse.

Why does the timing chain go out on my 2001 XL7?

ALL XL7’s (with abs) do this. Its the ABS going thru a test cycle as the car truck begines to move. I have a 2001 XL-7 with 37000 miles on it and the timing chain just went out. I’m the original owner and did all the maintenance as scheduled.

It could bind up. One big reason for the binding improper use, but if you are certain that you are using it right, it could be mismatched tires, improper inflation, and other tire related problems. The tires must all be rotating at the same rate to properly disengage the system.

How long does it take Suzuki XL 7 to warm up?

The XL-7 is just warming up after a cold start. On warm days, it reduces RPM very quickly, and cold winter days, it can take a few minutes. It is important to let the powertrain warm up properly before taking off. I have a 2002 XL-7 with 58Kmiles on it. It still does it, and I wait for her.

What causes a transmission to slip in reverse?

These issues commonly can cause your transmission to slip. See if they apply to you and see what the solution is. Slow, slipping, or no reverse: You have a broken sunshell, or circuit issue in the valve body.

ALL XL7’s (with abs) do this. Its the ABS going thru a test cycle as the car truck begines to move. I have a 2001 XL-7 with 37000 miles on it and the timing chain just went out. I’m the original owner and did all the maintenance as scheduled.

The XL-7 is just warming up after a cold start. On warm days, it reduces RPM very quickly, and cold winter days, it can take a few minutes. It is important to let the powertrain warm up properly before taking off. I have a 2002 XL-7 with 58Kmiles on it. It still does it, and I wait for her.

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Ruth Doyle