Suzuki Alto's engine coolant change is specified for each vehicle inspection(every two years). MY2004 CBA-HA24S K6A 3AT Mileage 22,000km With the radiator cap removed, the engine stopped in a hurry as it boiled and coolant sprang out vigorously while working to remove the coolant air and check the cooling fan operation. The engine is started by connecting the … [Read more...] about Water temperature is too high!? About cooling system for Suzuki K-cars (K6A engine mounted)
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Real reason why fuel pump does not work (DBA-L175S, Daihatsu Move)
While driving, it gradually fell into the engine malfunction, and it finally stalled.I took Daihatsu Move, which was no longer restartable. MY2007 DBA-L175S KF-VE 4AT Mileage 127,000km The starter motor turns vigorously, but the fuel pump does not sound working.The fuel hose also seemed to be weak in elasticity and not to be sent fuel.In addition, the diagnostics of the … [Read more...] about Real reason why fuel pump does not work (DBA-L175S, Daihatsu Move)
Causes of leaks only during heavy rain(Suzuki Lapin CBA-HE22S)
It is a consultation of the rain leak which is rare in a japanese car. I'm always indebted to you. Today, when I was about to start Lapin in the morning, I felt a few drops of splashes on my face that seemed to be coming from the vicinity of the indoor room lamp. It seems that water entered the ceiling lining due to the influence of yesterday's rain. There is … [Read more...] about Causes of leaks only during heavy rain(Suzuki Lapin CBA-HE22S)
Sudden Radiator Coolant Leak (Daihatsu Esse DBA-L235S)
Coolant leak. Especially at the turn of the season, there are many troubles in the car. When Daihatsu Esse customers came to the store with an engine oil change, they felt a slight coolant smell in the hood.The source of the smell was a white hair-like streak that entered the engine side of the radiator upper tank, a horizontal letter about 5 cm long. MY2007 DBA-L235S … [Read more...] about Sudden Radiator Coolant Leak (Daihatsu Esse DBA-L235S)
Subaru R2 engine malfunction (CBA-RC1 EN07 engine warning light on)
The trouble of the electrical system is frequent in the intense heat of every day. One of them, it was quite good condition until the day before, but i was informed that it was sudden engine trouble. Subaru R2 MY2004 CBA-RC1 EN07 CVT Mileage 86,000km It is said that the engine warning light was turned on on on the go, and it was self-propelled to the home … [Read more...] about Subaru R2 engine malfunction (CBA-RC1 EN07 engine warning light on)
Merits and Demerits of Lift up Part 2 (Suzuki Jimny Sierra(Samurai) JB43W)
Unlike Escudo(Grand Vitara), I think rigid axle jimny(Samurai) is easy to lift up. And, I kept jimny and remodeling kit from the requester of the desired lift-up. "Reference article"Merits and Demerits of Lift up (CBA-TD54W Suzuki Escudo(Grand Vitara) 2.5" Lift-Up) Certainly, in the case of the jimny of the front and rear rigid axle, there is no … [Read more...] about Merits and Demerits of Lift up Part 2 (Suzuki Jimny Sierra(Samurai) JB43W)
Inspection and Maintenance of Nissan TERRANO (Y-WBYD21, TD27 Diesel Turbo)
I received e-mail from a customer who takes good care of Nissan TERRANO for the first time in about two years. In July 2017, thank you for replacing three auxiliary belts and LLC. Today, when I found an oil stain about 10 cm in diameter on the ground at the time of issue, I found an oil leak from the suction hose of the power steering. I'm ashamed to say that I've … [Read more...] about Inspection and Maintenance of Nissan TERRANO (Y-WBYD21, TD27 Diesel Turbo)
Rubber Parts Deterioration and Maintenance (DBA-HC24S Nissan Pino, Suzuki Alto OEM)
It has been nearly six years since I first saw Nissan Pino, which I received for 24 months of inspection and continuous inspection examination (vehicle inspection).The mileage between them is about 93,000 kilometers.It is the inspection and maintenance of the milestone of 10 years of car age. Nissan Pino MY2009 DBA-HC24S K6A 5MT mileage 118,000km. The engine oil change of … [Read more...] about Rubber Parts Deterioration and Maintenance (DBA-HC24S Nissan Pino, Suzuki Alto OEM)
Reliable quality of genuine parts (Toyota Raum CBA-NCZ20 brake pad)
I received consultation about the harsh noise (so-called brake noise) when I applied the brake from before, and I responded to the non-genuine brake pad with still remaining amount with first aid each time. MY2004 CBA-NCZ20 1NZ-FE 4AT Mileage 104,000km Although it is certain that it is a brake sound caused by a non-genuine pad, there is no problem other than … [Read more...] about Reliable quality of genuine parts (Toyota Raum CBA-NCZ20 brake pad)
Corrosion Proof of Engine Coolant and Car lifetime (Subaru Sambar LE-TV2, EN07)
Commercial vehicles are rarely valued more than private vehicles. Even the engine oil change between the inspection and the next inspection is neglected, and at the time of receipt for the first time in a while, the black liquid like ink droplets come out from the drain. Well, Subaru Sambar which became impossible to start the engine was received because of the … [Read more...] about Corrosion Proof of Engine Coolant and Car lifetime (Subaru Sambar LE-TV2, EN07)
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