# \#xl7 **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/xl7/2871.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [2002 Suzuki XL7 has ammonia smell in the vents](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-suzuki-xl7-has-ammonia-smell-in-the-vents/154715)
**Author:** [@darrelellis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/darrelellis)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2019, 3:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-suzuki-xl7-has-ammonia-smell-in-the-vents/154715 "2019-12-16T03:46:58Z")
ammonia smell thru the vents --- ## [2007 Suzuki XL7 randomly won’t start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-suzuki-xl7-randomly-won-t-start/118365)
**Author:** [@JoeDombrowski](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JoeDombrowski)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2018, 7:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-suzuki-xl7-randomly-won-t-start/118365 "2018-05-30T19:28:08Z")
Car periodically and randomly won’t start. All electrical systems are functioning and have been checked by a mechanic. Battery is good, starter is good. --- ## [2008 Suzuki XL7 oil pressure warning light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-suzuki-xl7-oil-pressure-warning-light/116722)
**Author:** [@TinaMRichard](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TinaMRichard)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 3, 2018, 9:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-suzuki-xl7-oil-pressure-warning-light/116722 "2018-05-03T21:38:31Z")
Oil pressure low warning comes on and then goes right off when starting car in the afternoon. --- ## [Engine hesitates while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-hesitates-while-driving/96090)
**Author:** [@al78](https://community.cartalk.com/u/al78)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2016, 2:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-hesitates-while-driving/96090 "2016-10-21T02:32:19Z")
Hi everyone, My m=wife drives a Suzuki XL7 from 2007 with approximately 70000 miles on board. While driving the engine hesitates and the revs drop suddenly, not much but it is visible on the dash and the car shakes. I … --- ## [Suzuki cutting out, chapter 2](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suzuki-cutting-out-chapter-2/89322)
**Author:** [@yorkie412008](https://community.cartalk.com/u/yorkie412008)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2015, 6:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suzuki-cutting-out-chapter-2/89322 "2015-03-26T06:57:08Z")
See previous discussions cali emissions thread on my 02 Suzuki XLZ 4WD. It has 149,000 miles, has had a new starter, new fuel pump and lines, and new brakes in the past year. Bought it a couple of weeks ago and took it… --- ## [Catalytic Converter Cali emissions?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/catalytic-converter-cali-emissions/89175)
**Author:** [@yorkie412008](https://community.cartalk.com/u/yorkie412008)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2015, 5:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/catalytic-converter-cali-emissions/89175 "2015-03-14T05:28:26Z")
Just got a 2002 Suzuki XLZ last night, which started up fine for me and ran for a good 15 min with no hiccups...had flat tires from sitting through the winter, and report of "exhaust leak" by previous owner. Had it tow… --- ## [Suzuki Heated Seats](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suzuki-heated-seats/84861)
**Author:** [@Dong\_Wang](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dong_Wang)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 3, 2014, 3:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suzuki-heated-seats/84861 "2014-05-03T03:51:09Z")
I bought a 2008 Suzuki XL7 Luxury recently and when I bought it, the heated seats didn't work. The dealership of course offered to take care of that problem. I purchased the vehicle and scheduled service a few days lat… --- ## [2007 Suzuki XL7 won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-suzuki-xl7-wont-start/80226)
**Author:** [@SuzukiJoe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SuzukiJoe)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2013, 6:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-suzuki-xl7-wont-start/80226 "2013-07-12T18:58:52Z")
When the computer says the life of the oil is over, the engine begins to run poorly - skipping, stuttering. The oil level is fine … I know it needs changing, but why such a dramatic problem. Can't start it now to get to… --- ## [TPS Help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tps-help/78148)
**Author:** [@dakotared](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dakotared)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2013, 7:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tps-help/78148 "2013-03-22T07:53:16Z")
2007 Suzuki XL7 luxury 6 cyl 3.6l - Error code reads p0122 and the computer in the dash reads Engine Hot- A/C off. It turned over earlier but Car wont start now. Battery is new, all fluid levels, fuses ok. So... can you… --- ## [Suzuki '08 XL7 - Radio reception works only when engine off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suzuki-08-xl7-radio-reception-works-only-when-engine-off/68822)
**Author:** [@saxkeys51](https://community.cartalk.com/u/saxkeys51)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2011, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suzuki-08-xl7-radio-reception-works-only-when-engine-off/68822 "2011-10-21T21:06:27Z")
My (factory) radio reception deteriorated over the last few months. AM now is pure static and only the strongest FM stations can be heard - with lousy fidelity. AM & FM work perfectly when the engine is off and the key… --- ## [Fueling issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fueling-issues/63146)
**Author:** [@lorilae](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lorilae)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2011, 4:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fueling-issues/63146 "2011-03-30T16:16:59Z")
I have a 2007 Suzuki XL7. About a year ago it started having trouble starting after fueling. Every time you put fuel in the vehicle it would take a few times before it would start. We've had it to several mechanics. … --- ## [Vibration at 55mph speed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibration-at-55mph-speed/62536)
**Author:** [@catherineramiso](https://community.cartalk.com/u/catherineramiso)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2011, 1:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibration-at-55mph-speed/62536 "2011-03-14T01:37:38Z")
Hello CarTalk, I've had my 2002 Suzuki XL7 for 7 years and about 3 months ago, I noticed that as a go past 55mph, my car creates this vibration that almost makes me think that it is trying hard to run. Took it to th… --- ## [Exhaust heat shield on Catalytic Converter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/exhaust-heat-shield-on-catalytic-converter/61866)
**Author:** [@gerund45](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gerund45)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2011, 12:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/exhaust-heat-shield-on-catalytic-converter/61866 "2011-02-26T00:19:25Z")
My wife drives a 2001 Suzuki XL7. While she was out, the exhaust heat shield fell off the catalytic converter. My question is does this affect the car's ability to function in any way? Is it still safe to drive? My wife … --- ## [No sound from speakers or turn signal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-sound-from-speakers-or-turn-signal/56691)
**Author:** [@Chas77](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chas77)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2010, 6:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-sound-from-speakers-or-turn-signal/56691 "2010-10-22T18:00:43Z")
Have a 2007 Suzuki XL7 (Chevy Equinox with Suzuki badge). I normally leave the radio on when I shut off vehicle When I started the car recently there was no sound from the speakers. I had an MP3 player plugged in so I d… --- ## [Gas smell in car after filling up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-smell-in-car-after-filling-up/52671)
**Author:** [@Janice\_L](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Janice_L)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2010, 2:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-smell-in-car-after-filling-up/52671 "2010-07-30T02:56:52Z")
The last couple of times I have filled up my gas tank, it has left the car smelling very strongly of gas. My children have remarked and complained repeatedly. This has never happened or been present before. Does it hav… --- ## [Mysterious suzuki air conditioner](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mysterious-suzuki-air-conditioner/52497)
**Author:** [@corcajf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/corcajf)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2010, 4:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mysterious-suzuki-air-conditioner/52497 "2010-07-26T16:26:36Z")
My Suzuki XL-7 2008 AC sometomes only blows hot air. If I turn the car off and then later turn it back on, it starts workinga gain. Why? --- ## [Drippy Car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drippy-car/51717)
**Author:** [@OLD\_driver1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OLD_driver1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2010, 9:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drippy-car/51717 "2010-07-12T21:46:29Z")
My SUV is dripping on my passengers! It seems to be water, and there is a lot! My ac still functions fine. I live very rural and hate to take it into the "city" for a repair if it only needs something simple. Can you hel… --- ## [Bent Tie Rod End- How Much?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bent-tie-rod-end-how-much/44581)
**Author:** [@jackoguit](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jackoguit)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2010, 7:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bent-tie-rod-end-how-much/44581 "2010-02-16T07:58:45Z")
Last night while driving home in a snowstorm, I veered onto the snow covered verge to avoid 2 guys in front of me doing the donut dance. I slid sideways for about 20-30 feet down a steep embankment. At the bottom, I put … --- ## [Hard Idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hard-idle/42466)
**Author:** [@AJSXL7](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AJSXL7)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2010, 4:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hard-idle/42466 "2010-01-13T16:47:54Z")
Does anyone else's XL7 idle hard? Its been this way since I got my 2001 XL7 in 2001. Its been hooked up and no problems found. --- ## [Car keys](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-keys/42081)
**Author:** [@LIBRENOW](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LIBRENOW)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2010, 12:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-keys/42081 "2010-01-09T00:24:55Z")
HI GUYS, MY DAUGHTER THE LOGICAL ONE IN THE FAMILY SUGGESTED THAT MY KEYRING IS HEAVY AND MAY AFFECT THE IGNITION. I'VE LEARNED OVER THE YEARS TO HEED HER ADVICE, AND WEIGHED MY KEY RING. IT WAS A TAD HEAVIER THAN I … --- ## [My Brake Light Comes On When I'm In 4WD](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-brake-light-comes-on-when-im-in-4wd/41375)
**Author:** [@anvaneijk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/anvaneijk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2009, 2:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-brake-light-comes-on-when-im-in-4wd/41375 "2009-12-28T02:24:05Z")
I have a 2002 Suzuki XL-7. My brake light in general comes on every once in a while. I had already replaced my brakes and the fluid was full. I went to my mechanic and they couldn't find anything wrong. They said that it… --- ## [SUZUKI power steering](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suzuki-power-steering/34020)
**Author:** [@itsdinah](https://community.cartalk.com/u/itsdinah)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2009, 1:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suzuki-power-steering/34020 "2009-07-26T13:19:31Z")
I have a 2002 XL7. It started making a high pitched whining noise intermittently. Now it is constant and the power steering has stopped working and the air conditioner went out at the same time. Additionally, we no lo… --- ## [Alignment on Suzuki XL7](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alignment-on-suzuki-xl7/7933)
**Author:** [@nismoracing287](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nismoracing287)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 3, 2007, 5:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alignment-on-suzuki-xl7/7933 "2007-12-03T17:53:39Z")
What will cause an alignment problem on a suzuki XL7?