# \#rodeo **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/rodeo/902.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [Replace ignition switch, and now nothing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-ignition-switch-and-now-nothing/178605)
**Author:** [@epeeist81](https://community.cartalk.com/u/epeeist81)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2021, 10:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-ignition-switch-and-now-nothing/178605 "2021-08-11T22:08:38Z")
I replaced the ignition switch on my 98 Rodeo. At first it started but wouldn’t idle. Then it would start but idle at 1000 instead of its usual 600. Then nothing. No power anywhere. Battery is good. Ideas? Thanks --- ## [2002 Isuzu Rodeo motor cuts out, CEL comes on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-isuzu-rodeo-motor-cuts-out-cel-comes-on/173089)
**Author:** [@JasonMakeig](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JasonMakeig)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2021, 4:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-isuzu-rodeo-motor-cuts-out-cel-comes-on/173089 "2021-01-26T04:18:25Z")
Hullo …The motor will continually cut out (check-engine signal) after a ten k run and continue to deteriorate (cut out intemittently) … The momentum of the car then enables the clutch-starting again but with the associat… --- ## [2000 Isuzu Rodeo — fuse box isn’t getting power](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-isuzu-rodeo-fuse-box-isn-t-getting-power/163314)
**Author:** [@Robbin\_Worobel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robbin_Worobel)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2020, 6:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-isuzu-rodeo-fuse-box-isn-t-getting-power/163314 "2020-05-08T18:54:30Z")
I have tested the fuse box under the hood, and, it appears there is no power to the right side of the box? --- ## [2001 Isuzu Rodeo - theories wanted!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-isuzu-rodeo-theories-wanted/143880)
**Author:** [@KeeWillis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KeeWillis)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2019, 10:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-isuzu-rodeo-theories-wanted/143880 "2019-07-08T22:21:53Z")
I recently purchased my 2001 Isuzu Rodeo V6 automatic with about 132,000 miles on it. The alternator promptly went out, and I have done some suspension and other work to it myself, but I have been holding off spending an… --- ## [2002 Isuzu Rodeo - wipers won’t work on interval setting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-isuzu-rodeo-wipers-won-t-work-on-interval-setting/138866)
**Author:** [@BurlJustus](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BurlJustus)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2019, 1:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-isuzu-rodeo-wipers-won-t-work-on-interval-setting/138866 "2019-04-21T13:01:27Z")
My wipers will not work any more on the interval setting. They work fine on the high and low settings but also will not park --- ## [Smelling antifreeze when I run heat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smelling-antifreeze-when-i-run-heat/59686)
**Author:** [@friarpuck](https://community.cartalk.com/u/friarpuck)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2019, 12:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smelling-antifreeze-when-i-run-heat/59686 "2019-03-03T12:52:48Z")
I smell antifreeze when I run my heat and/or defroster....but BOTH still WORK fine! There is no leaking of coolant into the cab of the car or through defroster vents. It's a 1995 Isuzu Rodeo with 155K miles on it --- ## [2004 Isuzu Rodeo - starts back up after reduce power light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-isuzu-rodeo-starts-back-up-after-reduce-power-light/132567)
**Author:** [@JerryPenland](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JerryPenland)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2019, 12:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-isuzu-rodeo-starts-back-up-after-reduce-power-light/132567 "2019-01-14T12:24:30Z")
Sometimes when I am driving my vehicle will act like the engine wants to lug down and then it will run a few more minutes and then lug down again and then the reduce power light comes on and the engine will only idle. I … --- ## [1996 Isuzu Rodeo - sockets for serpentine belt replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-isuzu-rodeo-sockets-for-serpentine-belt-replacement/128417)
**Author:** [@LindaScalf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LindaScalf)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2018, 3:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-isuzu-rodeo-sockets-for-serpentine-belt-replacement/128417 "2018-11-08T03:09:44Z")
What sockets are needed to replace serpentine belt --- ## [Why do I have to warm up multigrade oil?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-do-i-have-to-warm-up-multigrade-oil/127437)
**Author:** [@NevilleGrulke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NevilleGrulke)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2018, 11:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-do-i-have-to-warm-up-multigrade-oil/127437 "2018-10-25T11:58:37Z")
if multi grade oil is thinner when cold then why is most recomendations to warm it up prior to change --- ## [Hesitating at take off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hesitating-at-take-off/101115)
**Author:** [@kenroc66](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kenroc66)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2017, 2:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hesitating-at-take-off/101115 "2017-03-11T14:18:48Z")
Myv2002 rodeo hesitates after sitting at a red light..i have to floor it to get it going....i changed the spark plugs...the trans level is good...any suggestions? --- ## [Mystery car-2004 rebuilt engine, car ran for 2 days-won't run](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mystery-car-2004-rebuilt-engine-car-ran-for-2-days-wont-run/96552)
**Author:** [@DAR49](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DAR49)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 1, 2016, 3:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mystery-car-2004-rebuilt-engine-car-ran-for-2-days-wont-run/96552 "2016-12-01T03:24:43Z")
I had '04 Isuzu Rodeo engine rebuilt. It ran for 2 days then stopped. The mechanic found a loose wire which apparently shorted the ECU. He tried a used replacement, with no luck. I had the ECU rebuilt by a specialty shop… --- ## [Speedometer need help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/speedometer-need-help/96205)
**Author:** [@Philrich1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Philrich1)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2016, 8:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/speedometer-need-help/96205 "2016-10-23T20:53:38Z")
Speedometer not functioning sensor was replaced and the cluster is fine im almost certain its the wiring, just need to know the color coding of the wires been trying to find a wiring chart for the speedometer with no luc… --- ## [Changed fuel pump and now it wont start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changed-fuel-pump-and-now-it-wont-start/89412)
**Author:** [@seagates5](https://community.cartalk.com/u/seagates5)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2016, 11:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changed-fuel-pump-and-now-it-wont-start/89412 "2016-10-17T23:42:22Z")
I just changed the fuel pump on my 98 Isuzu Rodeo and now it wont start. The pump is getting power because i can hear it humming. Fuel is getting to the fuel rail, I checked the the shrader valve. I tested the battery an… --- ## [Isuzu Rodeo Coolant/Sensor/Engine Light Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/isuzu-rodeo-coolant-sensor-engine-light-issues/83057)
**Author:** [@Wordy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Wordy)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2014, 10:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/isuzu-rodeo-coolant-sensor-engine-light-issues/83057 "2014-02-05T22:54:02Z")
Hello, I have an Isuzu Rodeo 2002 (130,000 miles, owned since 2007, manual) with the engine light on stating that there is an issue with the coolant (I do not know the exact wording), but the mechanic stated the sens… --- ## [Isuzu Rode0 2001](https://community.cartalk.com/t/isuzu-rode0-2001/80994)
**Author:** [@dmr57](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dmr57)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2013, 3:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/isuzu-rode0-2001/80994 "2013-08-24T03:12:18Z")
I have had much trouble since I got this vehicle (Craigs List LEMON). 1) Couldn't get it inspected even after fixing codes. Got a waiver in NC for a year. Moved to Massachusetts and had a mechanic look at it. He got i… --- ## ['96 Rodeo idiot lights making me feel stupid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-rodeo-idiot-lights-making-me-feel-stupid/71762)
**Author:** [@jebliving](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jebliving)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2012, 9:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-rodeo-idiot-lights-making-me-feel-stupid/71762 "2012-04-05T21:19:40Z")
My new battery was draining down overnight. Thinking it wasn't charging back up properly I replaced what I'm sure was the original alternator. Now sometimes the engine lights (battery,brake & oil) flash on and off when I… --- ## [Horn doesn't work on Isuzu Rodeo 97](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horn-doesnt-work-on-isuzu-rodeo-97/71004)
**Author:** [@Dreadgerbil](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dreadgerbil)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2012, 3:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horn-doesnt-work-on-isuzu-rodeo-97/71004 "2012-02-18T03:38:51Z")
My wife and I just bought a 97 Isuzu Rodeo to replace our old Ford Escort which finally died. (and spectacularly so.) We're pretty happy with the Rodeo so far even though the gas mileage isn't quite what we'd like. How… --- ## [2000 Isuzu rodeo with pronounced engine noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-isuzu-rodeo-with-pronounced-engine-noise/69554)
**Author:** [@Discoman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Discoman)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2011, 11:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-isuzu-rodeo-with-pronounced-engine-noise/69554 "2011-11-16T23:44:39Z")
I just recently acquired a 2000 Isuzu rodeo. The last owner said their girlfriend drove it with low oil, and it damaged the engine. On starting the car, there is a somewhat loud clicking/tapping noise from the engine. It… --- ## [RFI in an Isuzu](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rfi-in-an-isuzu/69222)
**Author:** [@DevoutHeretic](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DevoutHeretic)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2011, 5:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rfi-in-an-isuzu/69222 "2011-11-14T05:19:03Z")
The caller's car dies when she passes this radar dome (FAA): http://www.radomes.org/museum/recent/KellerTXFAAsite.html Last pic shows the fire station. She should contact Isuzu dealer to see if there is a fix - pro… --- ## [Any Advice Re: 2002 Isuzu Rodeo: 3 Brake Repairs in 4 years](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-advice-re-2002-isuzu-rodeo-3-brake-repairs-in-4-years/68994)
**Author:** [@illiniphil](https://community.cartalk.com/u/illiniphil)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2011, 3:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-advice-re-2002-isuzu-rodeo-3-brake-repairs-in-4-years/68994 "2011-10-28T15:04:07Z")
My rodeo has 91,000 miles. I had the front and rear brakes repaired at 45,000 miles (2007) and again at 73,300 miles (2010). During my 90,000 mile inspection, my mechanic (used by my wife's family for 20 years and recomm… --- ## [Water in the oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-in-the-oil/68411)
**Author:** [@Curt8888](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Curt8888)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2011, 3:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-in-the-oil/68411 "2011-10-04T15:40:00Z")
I have water in the oil. I want to use blue devil, sealant. Should I flush the cooling system, running the vehicle with milky oil? or should I change the oil? --- ## [Is it dangerous to keep driving with torn boots?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-dangerous-to-keep-driving-with-torn-boots/67933)
**Author:** [@MMJ21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MMJ21)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2011, 1:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-dangerous-to-keep-driving-with-torn-boots/67933 "2011-09-30T01:36:25Z")
I drive a 1993 Isuzu Rodeo 4WD with 138K miles. My mechanic told me about a year ago that both front boots were torn and leaking. I knew the left front had been torn for some time prior. He said I needed to replace b… --- ## [1992 Isuzu Rodeo fuel system problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-isuzu-rodeo-fuel-system-problems/65638)
**Author:** [@jerandi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jerandi)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2011, 12:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-isuzu-rodeo-fuel-system-problems/65638 "2011-06-23T00:32:41Z")
My 92 Rodeo is giving me fits. My fuel dummy light came on with a full tank of gas and the car died. I have since changed out the fuel pump, fuel sender, filter and checked the relay. What else could be causing this. --- ## [SHAKEY - 1999 Isuzu Rodeo LSE](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shakey-1999-isuzu-rodeo-lse/65510)
**Author:** [@aolivera](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aolivera)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2011, 12:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shakey-1999-isuzu-rodeo-lse/65510 "2011-06-18T00:19:38Z")
I have a 1999 Isuzu Rodeo LSE, 110, 000 miles that shakes/vibrates, A LOT, when I go over the smallest bump on the road. I purchased new tires last winter and it ran smooth for about a month then back to shake/vibrate. A… --- ## [Oil change results in need for new engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-change-results-in-need-for-new-engine/64227)
**Author:** [@jensessions](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jensessions)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2011, 12:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-change-results-in-need-for-new-engine/64227 "2011-04-30T12:42:43Z")
I am having to replace my 94 isuzu rodeo engine because after my oil was changed by a shop, the oil pan plug came out on the freeway and the engine seized up. They only want to pay for the engine and not any of the other… --- ## [1992 Isuzu Rodeo horn won't work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-isuzu-rodeo-horn-wont-work/63374)
**Author:** [@surfbob](https://community.cartalk.com/u/surfbob)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2011, 6:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-isuzu-rodeo-horn-wont-work/63374 "2011-04-05T06:25:06Z")
1992 Isuzu Rodeo Horn has a mind of its own. Fuse is good, Tried to find a horn relay or similar, but no luck...any ideas? --- ## [Help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help/63334)
**Author:** [@jstreakj](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jstreakj)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2011, 8:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help/63334 "2011-04-04T20:05:18Z")
1996 izusu rodeo had cheak ingine light on got code for egr valve replaced it light whent out drove fine all day. stoped at grocery store came back out would not start ...will crank over but will not start. did a obg (t… --- ## [What to do w/a '99 rodeo](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-do-w-a-99-rodeo/59706)
**Author:** [@nikki\_lorel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nikki_lorel)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2011, 7:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-do-w-a-99-rodeo/59706 "2011-03-21T19:09:30Z")
my faithful 1999 isuzu rodeo has 182978 miles and now has a decided TAT TAT TAT..." when she's running. i know its probably fatal but her exterior is perfect and her interior intact but grimey. what should i do? i hat… --- ## [Brights only](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brights-only/62357)
**Author:** [@m45t3rb1ff](https://community.cartalk.com/u/m45t3rb1ff)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2011, 10:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brights-only/62357 "2011-03-07T22:03:47Z")
I've replaced the relay and bulbs for my '92 Rodeo but only the brights work when I pull my dimmer switch. How do I fix this and what is the cause of this?? --- ## [Brights only](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brights-only/62356)
**Author:** [@m45t3rb1ff](https://community.cartalk.com/u/m45t3rb1ff)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2011, 9:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brights-only/62356 "2011-03-07T21:00:36Z")
I've replaced the relay and bulbs for my '92 Rodeo but only the brights work when I pull my dimmer switch. How do I fix this and what is the cause of this?? [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/tag/rodeo/902.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=rodeo)