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Tess
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Feb 17, 2008, 7:28 PM

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I recently read a reliability review on MSN on my

2004 Isuzu Rodeo
50k miles

Which states significant problems with:


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Occasional problems on this vehicle are failure of the Intake Manifold Gaskets, and the Engine Short Block. Failure of the Intake Manifold Gaskets may cause a rough idle or the Check Engine Light to illuminate. Lack of maintenance can cause the pistons rings to stick resulting in excessive engine oil usage. This engine oil usage can lead to piston rod bearing failure resulting in replacement of the Short Block.



My question is, how do I know when to change the gaskets before I have a problem with the short block? Would you suggest getting a more reliable vehicle if this make and model has this type of problem?


way2old
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Feb 18, 2008, 4:11 PM

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If you read your quote again, you will see that most of the problems are concerning lack of preventative maintenance. If you take care of youe vehicle regularly, it will more than likely serve you well. As far as the intake gaskets, there is really no way to tell when one is going to fail. You can replace them as a preventative measure, but that soes not mean they will not leak again in the future. Good luck and take care of the car.



Being way2old is why I need help from younger minds

(This post was edited by way2old on Feb 18, 2008, 4:11 PM)






 
 
 






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