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by gmkizashi
Thu Aug 22, 2013 2:09 am
Forum: Kizashi DIY Write-ups & Posts
Topic: Kizashi Serpentine/ Accessory Belt Replacement
Replies: 15
Views: 33905

Re: Serpentine Belt Replacement

Looks like on some other models that it is best done from below and /or after removing the splashguard.

Is the splashguard on the bottom under the engine or is it in the wheel well?

Once I figure it out , I will advise how I did it. (if i don't buckle and pay about 150 to get it done at dealer)
by gmkizashi
Thu Aug 22, 2013 2:00 am
Forum: Kizashi DIY Write-ups & Posts
Topic: Kizashi Serpentine/ Accessory Belt Replacement
Replies: 15
Views: 33905

Kizashi Serpentine/ Accessory Belt Replacement

I did do a search and I know the service manual is here.

Anyone done this. Is there just one belt in there?? I have done them before but looking for some input if anyone has done it.

Thanks-Bret
by gmkizashi
Sun May 05, 2013 4:03 am
Forum: Chat About the Kizashi
Topic: Questioning buying my Suzuki kizashi
Replies: 8
Views: 5737

Re: Questioning buying my Suzuki kizashi

http://www.lemonlaw.com/ohio-lemon-law. ... 4Aodi0kA9g



You may want to see if it is covered under the lemon law.
by gmkizashi
Wed Apr 17, 2013 2:11 am
Forum: Chat About the Kizashi
Topic: strange odor, and how to eliminate it
Replies: 24
Views: 11482

Re: strange odor, and how to eliminate it

Wanted to add that if it is paper and not re-usable, that you should not wash your cabin air filter or other air filter either. You should replace them. I'm fairly certain that they are not meant to have water run through them. Go to DIY and get part numbers for cheap cabin air (one is NAPA/Wix 4685...
by gmkizashi
Tue Apr 16, 2013 3:48 am
Forum: Kizashi DIY Write-ups & Posts
Topic: Anyone find good prices on air/cabin filters?
Replies: 9
Views: 8694

Re: Anyone find good prices on air/cabin filters?

I got a filter, part number 4685 at NAPA auto parts and it was right around 20 dollars here in the US. I have in my notes WIX/NAPA 4685. It had the tabs on it, but was identical in size. No big deal, broke the tabs off and put it in. Very easy. I had paid 85 dollars at the dealer last year. They are...
by gmkizashi
Mon Apr 15, 2013 3:29 am
Forum: Chat About the Kizashi
Topic: strange odor, and how to eliminate it
Replies: 24
Views: 11482

Re: strange odor, and how to eliminate it

There is a lot going on. If you had your dealer look at it, I would hope they would recognize the smell of antifreeze, engine oil, transmission/ gear oil, etcetera which may be leaking. Also as some mentioned, what if there was water damage, did you do a car-fax? Does it have a clear title?? Replace...
by gmkizashi
Sat Apr 13, 2013 4:15 am
Forum: Chat About the Kizashi
Topic: Cruise control
Replies: 33
Views: 17209

Re: Cruise control

CVT feels different under acceleration due to not switching between definitive gears, but I haven't really noticed anything when coasting to a stop. On cruise, I only use it on the highway going pretty straight , but that behavior is probably typical that you run into up and down hills. Maybe you sh...
by gmkizashi
Fri Mar 29, 2013 4:25 am
Forum: Chat About the Kizashi
Topic: Overall Tire Diameter Effect on MPG
Replies: 9
Views: 5844

Re: Overall Tire Diameter Effect on MPG

Check the math versus mine. I like to think I'm a tire guy too. I know that I have to keep reminding myself that the second number is a percentage (aspect ratio) of the first and not an actual measurement number in millimeters. Also I understand it to be, that when you decrease the sidewall you need...
by gmkizashi
Tue Feb 26, 2013 3:24 am
Forum: Chat About the Kizashi
Topic: Im Gutted- 3 weeks into ownership..
Replies: 18
Views: 10343

Re: Im Gutted- 3 weeks into ownership..

Have you tried re-setting the mpg and then checking to see how it does on a sustained 30-50 minute trip on a highway going 55-75 mph (or kilometer equivalent )

Also is your readout mpg or kilometers per gallon??
by gmkizashi
Sun Feb 10, 2013 3:52 pm
Forum: Chat About the Kizashi
Topic: Restricted Access-Anyone getting this??
Replies: 2
Views: 2190

Restricted Access-Anyone getting this??

Logging in from hotel. Asks me to enter codes due to the kizashi club participating in something to prevent spam/fishing . Have a MacBook, not aware of any viruses. Think it is the isp??