1998 Isuzu Rodeo Engine cooling Problems

“Piston rod failure. The first incident occurred in or about january, 2003. The engine on my 1998 Isuzu Rodeo began making a loud clanking noise and the check oil light came on. I added a quart and the noise subsided. I had the oil changed the next day. A few months later, the noise returned and I added two quarts of oil. The noise did not subside and I took the vehicle in for its regularly scheduled oil change the next day. The oil change mechanic told me that there were only two quarts of oil in the engine. …”

“1998 Isuzu Rodeo used 5 liters of oil in 4000 kms and seized up with out warning on 30 dec 05. The oil light and engine light did not come on Isuzu dealers said it won't come on until vehicle is out of oil. So why put sensors on the truck. Only 92000 kms on the Rodeo talked to saturn, Isuzu in fredricton and GM customer service was told to bad so sad check you oil more but if we do a recall on excessive oil consumption keep your bill and we may refund you. The truck did not smoke or leak oil. The oil was check 14 nov 05. It always used 1 litre every 5000 kms. …”

“Car loses coolant and overheats. Engine has been pressure-checked and dye-checked. There appear to be no leaks. After further repairs to no avail, it is concluded that coolant is escaping via the exhaust, and the heads need to be replaced. Vehicle has only 88,000 miles, which I am told is very low to have such a major problem.”

“Dt: the contact stated h vehicle burned to the ground after it stalled. The fire originated from under the hood. The contact had no problems with the vehicle prior to the incident. He took the vehicle to dealer for an oil change less than twelve hours prior to the fire. A police report was taken. The fire department did respond. The police report indicated the fire was of an electrical nature. Updated 02/24/06.”

“Engine seizure, spun bearings due to no oil. Further investigation found that Isuzu suggests changing oil at 7500 mile intervals, but also considers 1qt oil usage per 1000 miles is acceptable usage for the 3.2l v6 205hp engine. Truck holds 6 quarts of oil, and I had oil changed by reputable oil change places every 5000 miles. Reports of 1qt oil usage per 800 miles fairly common on internet auto bulletin boards. Do the math.”