Why does my car lose gas so fast?

Having bad oxygen sensors and air filters can reduce your gas mileage by up to 20%. If they misfire, or are working poorly, this can affect your gas mileage in a negative way. Having bad fuel injectors can cause bad mileage. This is because the fuel injectors are responsible for putting fuel into the engine.

What can bad spark plugs cause?

Here is a closer look at how bad spark plugs can cause each of the symptoms.

• Misfiring Motor. An engine will misfire when bad spark plugs delay the combustion effect.
• Engine Knocking. Sometimes, especially while accelerating, you will hear your engine making a distinct knocking sound.
• Rough Idling.
• Hard-Starting Engine.

Why Is my Isuzu overheating?

While there are a variety of reasons your Isuzu Pickup is overheating, the most common 3 are a coolant leak (water pump, radiator, hose etc.), the radiator fan, or a failed thermostat.

How to know if your water pump is bad?

Five Signs Your Water Pump Is Failing

1. Overheating. A dead or dying water pump cannot circulate coolant through your vehicle’s engine and, as such, the engine will overheat.
2. Coolant Leaks. Coolant leaks from the water pump are common and a clear sign that it’s time to replace the pump.
3. Corroded Water Pump.
4. Whining Noises.

When does a valve fail on an Isuzu Rodeo?

However, when the valve stops opening on the exhaust cycle, then you may notice the engine idle drop. You may have significant idle problems with the Rodeo if the valve fails completely.

What does the fuel gauge mean on an Isuzu Rodeo?

Fuel gauge shows empty when full & cold; when warm goes to 3/4 full no more no less. Check engine light comes on, gas light comes on sporadically. Error code indicates fuel level sensor. Gauge does work suddenly as of two days ago, but only while idling, put it in gear and accelerate and the needle goes back down.

How much does it cost to replace a Isuzu Rodeo fuel pump?

Replacement of the fuel sender assembly is recommended to correct this concern. A powertrain control module (PCM) software update may be necessary for the updated fuel level sensor to read correctly. The average cost for a Isuzu Rodeo Fuel Pump Replacement is between $614 -$649.

What should I do if my valve on my Rodeo is not working?

You should be able to easily see the valve plunger opening and closing as your assistant revs the engine. If the valve is not opening, the valve has failed or is malfunctioning and needs to be checked and cleaned, or replaced. Shut the engine off. Remove the two screws that hold the Rodeo’s EGR valve in place and pull the EGR valve off.

What kind of battery does Isuzu Rodeo have?

I have a 1996 Isuzu Rodeo 4×4 v6. It’s a college car for my daughter, and has had chronic belt squeals. Changed belts no change. Thinking the alternator was dragging (also charging needle would drop at times below 12V, and air conditioner would drop out) I changed the alternator-no change.

Why does my 1998 Isuzu Rodeo not start?

I have a 1998 Isuzu rodeo & everything was working fine until I tried turning it back on it wouldn’t start anymore ..they battery is fine but it won’t start for some reason ..can someone help me out here . I have a 1998 Rodeo. The problems was after driving for one hour ( highway driving). The battery & brake light would start flashing.

Is there a problem with my 97 rodeo?

Having same problem with 97 Rodeo. Started right after replacing a bad alternator. Had new alt. tested. It’s good. Battery is good. Tested wiring and everything checks out. Only thing I can’t test is the ECM. Don’t have Check Engine Light on or any other lights other than the Battery/Charge light on. I just went through this problem.

What is the bore and stroke of an Isuzu engine?

A Engines Designation Description Bore Stroke Dry Weight 3AA1 This engine shares the bore and stroke o 86 mm (3.4 in) 84 mm (3.3 in) 197 kg (434 lb). 3AB1 This engine shares the bore of the 2AA1/ 86 mm (3.4 in) 102 mm (4.0 in) 217 kg (478 lb). 3AD1 3AD1-T