# \#esteem **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/esteem/4331.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [1999 Suzuki Esteem - engine oil for a G13B engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-suzuki-esteem-engine-oil-for-a-g13b-engine/176255)
**Author:** [@AtherAmir](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AtherAmir)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2021, 12:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-suzuki-esteem-engine-oil-for-a-g13b-engine/176255 "2021-04-21T00:07:37Z")
Which engine oil can be used in g13b engine? --- ## [Replacing seat belts on old model, rarer car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-seat-belts-on-old-model-rarer-car/79849)
**Author:** [@LurkerBee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LurkerBee)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2013, 4:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-seat-belts-on-old-model-rarer-car/79849 "2013-06-14T04:51:33Z")
I have a 2000 Suzuki Esteem GLX Wagon that my husband bought used. It didn't pass inspection at first, due to a few things (cracked CV boot, and broken door lock), but my husband fixed them and it subsequently passed. … --- ## [My car is trying to kill me](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-is-trying-to-kill-me/17017)
**Author:** [@Snorbelle\_Gilbertson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Snorbelle_Gilbertson)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2011, 10:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-is-trying-to-kill-me/17017 "2011-05-19T22:30:27Z")
Suzuki Esteem Wagon 1.6L 1999 runs good except when it loses power on the freeway and drops from the flow of traffic at 80mph to a death defying 40mph. The Suzuki mechanic Don changed the spark plugs & wires and adjuste… --- ## [Transmission for a Suzuki Esteem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-for-a-suzuki-esteem/63864)
**Author:** [@janlvnv](https://community.cartalk.com/u/janlvnv)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2011, 2:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-for-a-suzuki-esteem/63864 "2011-04-20T02:22:49Z")
I need a new tranny for a 1999 Esteem. I ordered one in Feb. they sent an automatic - I need a manual. Then they sent a manual and there was a production change so it was the wrong one. I am told there is only 1 availabl… --- ## [URGENT...I need help with a stuck ignition](https://community.cartalk.com/t/urgent-i-need-help-with-a-stuck-ignition/60820)
**Author:** [@drmeyen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/drmeyen)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2011, 5:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/urgent-i-need-help-with-a-stuck-ignition/60820 "2011-02-04T05:06:44Z")
I have a 2000 Suzuki Esteem and I live in Minnesota (just in case the cold affects it). This morning my ignition won't turn at all. I have tried wiggling the wheels to help unlock the ignition, but nothing is working. I … --- ## [Broken Wheel Bolt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broken-wheel-bolt/59889)
**Author:** [@JLFretz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JLFretz)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2011, 2:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broken-wheel-bolt/59889 "2011-01-14T14:00:47Z")
How do you get a broken wheel bolt off the front right wheel. I had a flat and taking the tire off the bolt broke on my wrench. The year of the car is '99. --- ## [Bad Starter or did I get ripped off?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-starter-or-did-i-get-ripped-off/57505)
**Author:** [@harper13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/harper13)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2010, 1:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-starter-or-did-i-get-ripped-off/57505 "2010-11-13T01:26:28Z")
I took my car in for a general tune-up and to have a gasket replaced because it was leaking oil. It started up fine before and the only problem was that it would drive really slow when I went from a standstill to pressin… --- ## [Car is pooping out on me](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-is-pooping-out-on-me/54282)
**Author:** [@ingrid812](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ingrid812)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2010, 5:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-is-pooping-out-on-me/54282 "2010-08-28T17:41:04Z")
Nobody can figure out what is wrong with my vee-hickle. It's a 1999 Suzuki Esteem GL 1.8 liter 4-speed automatic transmission 4 cylinder car. Recently when I got my oil changed a month ago the car guys told me I… --- ## [Part needed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/part-needed/44394)
**Author:** [@drmeyen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/drmeyen)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2010, 3:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/part-needed/44394 "2010-02-14T03:31:40Z")
Hello, My husband recently noticed his radiator was leaking and has a crack. We are wondering whether we should get a brand new one or go with a used one? How long can we go with the radiator cracked? If we go with a … --- ## [Replacing 1999 Suzuki Esteem Ignition Switch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-1999-suzuki-esteem-ignition-switch/40621)
**Author:** [@morph671](https://community.cartalk.com/u/morph671)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2009, 5:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-1999-suzuki-esteem-ignition-switch/40621 "2009-12-11T17:19:10Z")
How do we get the couling off the steering column without breaking it in 20F weather to get to the ignition switch? --- ## [Car possessed by Bucking Bronco! Please Help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-possessed-by-bucking-bronco-please-help/38356)
**Author:** [@Pahkyacah](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pahkyacah)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2009, 3:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-possessed-by-bucking-bronco-please-help/38356 "2009-10-20T03:33:06Z")
My 1998, Suzuki, Esteem, manual 5-speed, 100,000 mls., has had intermittent hic-coughs for months! Engine light always on ever since. Without warning it Bucks and lags. Happens in any gear, at any speed, any RPM, hot or … --- ## [Lost fifth gear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lost-fifth-gear/34500)
**Author:** [@ou812a](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ou812a)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2009, 3:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lost-fifth-gear/34500 "2009-08-07T03:52:19Z")
to all! What part has failed when a standard transmission auto fails to stay in fith gear??? All other gears hold tight --- ## [Suzuki Esteem 2002](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suzuki-esteem-2002/26799)
**Author:** [@monk1220](https://community.cartalk.com/u/monk1220)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2009, 11:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suzuki-esteem-2002/26799 "2009-02-21T23:28:23Z")
We bought a Suzuki Esteem 2002 for our 16 year old son and the car runs great. just a few problems: (1) he cannot see what gear he is in at night as the light on the automatic shifter doesn't light up; (2) the automatic … --- ## [Heater core?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heater-core/25942)
**Author:** [@spiffyfrogsrcool](https://community.cartalk.com/u/spiffyfrogsrcool)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2009, 1:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heater-core/25942 "2009-02-03T01:27:27Z")
a few months ago I rear ended someone, since then my heater has not worked. we changed the thermostat twice and still nothing. some tell me it may be vent not opening from hot to cold, but when I slide it I can hear it s… --- ## [Warranty for replaced catalytic converter (Suzuki Esteem 2002)?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/warranty-for-replaced-catalytic-converter-suzuki-esteem-2002/17820)
**Author:** [@splattsplatt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/splattsplatt)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2008, 5:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/warranty-for-replaced-catalytic-converter-suzuki-esteem-2002/17820 "2008-08-08T17:21:33Z")
I have a 2002 Suzuki Esteem (I bought it new in 2002). The check engine light just came on and the dealership told me that I had to have it and the O2 sensor replaced. OK, so I did that (ouch!), but forgot to ask about… --- ## [Suzuki is not starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suzuki-is-not-starting/15571)
**Author:** [@two.marek](https://community.cartalk.com/u/two.marek)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2008, 2:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suzuki-is-not-starting/15571 "2008-06-20T14:19:41Z")
The car: Suzuki Esteem 2000, Automatic, 1.6L engine (G16). So far I did tested and it is OK: fuel pressure, Compression is about 120 psi Timing belt, correct settings No codes from on board computer Spark ex…