Engine is shot

[majork]

I have a 99 VX now with over 130,000miles....have not noted any serious engine problems....of the former type.....there is the usual mild valve noise you would have in any engine when the hoods up....

I have been using Mobil 1 since it had 8000 miles...maybe that helped

Of course maybe I just jinxed myself

[thebear54]

Hmmm....I was told by my dealer when I bought the Ironman that Isuzu's warranty was for 7 years or 70k on the powertrain. Who knows for sure...Dealers have lied before.
If I was in your shoes Capt. I would investigate the "replacement" Direct Injection motor (3.5, 250 ponies vs 215).
I would be very interested to find out what actually happened with your motor. Can you post when you find out what caused the blow up?
Good luck
John

[deermagnet]

John, this is your correct powertrain warranty info right from the '99 warranty book.



Here's some other related warranty stuff-

"The Isuzu New Vehicle Limited Warranty is extended to the first owner and all subsequent owners of the vehicle during the warranty period."
36 months or 50K miles.

Isuzu Roadside Assistance Program is for the duration of the stated warranty- towing, flat tires, out of fuel, dead battery, and lockout. Call 1-800-444-0303.

What is not covered: Misuse, abuse, etc. Tires.
Surface corrosion on OTHER THAN body panels, battery, seat upholstery, A/C refrigerant, AFTER the first 12 months or 12K miles.

"The Isuzu Limited Warranty Covering Perforation from Corrosion is extended to the first owner and all subsequent owners of the vehicle during the warranty period."
72 months or 100K miles.
All body sheet metal panels for perforation or "rust-through" due to corrosion.

Warranty Covering Federal Emission Control Systems for new 1999 Isuzu Vehicles
2 years or 24K miles.
Air/Fuel System
Evaporative Emission Control System
PCV System
EGR System
Ignition System

8 years or 80K miles.
Powertrain Control Module
Three-Way Catalytic Converter

Warranty Covering California Emission Control Systems for new 1999 Isuzu Vehicles
3 years or 50K miles.
Any emission related part.
Repairs due to Smog Check inspection failure.

7 years or 70K miles.
Air/Fuel System
Evaporative Emission Control System
Catalytic Converter System

Mark Griffin

[YELWVX 1]

About 2 weeks ago I do my bi weekly engine oil check and wouldn't you know I'm low. So I put 1 qt. in and everything seems ok, except for a slight tick. Fast forward to last night, I am driving home and I hear some awful noise over the radio. Turn down the radio and it sounds at first like something is vibrating, then I realize it is the engine. I was about two miles from home so I drove on. Let the beast sit for about half an hour and check the oil, it is reading about 1/8 of a quart high. Drain some oil out this morning thinking this may have been the cause as I have heard some engines hate having even a drop too much oil. Start the car and sound is awfull, even worse than before. Come on line to ask what everyone thinks and what do I see but this thread. The similarities are uncanny, it started as a little tick, no oil anywhere,on the ground, around the filter, nowhere. Then a loud knocking, my VX has 54K on it. Has anyone else had any problems like this?

[AnalogVX]

About 2 weeks ago I do my bi weekly engine oil check and wouldn't you know I'm low. So I put 1 qt. in and everything seems ok, except for a slight tick. Fast forward to last night, I am driving home and I hear some awful noise over the radio. Turn down the radio and it sounds at first like something is vibrating, then I realize it is the engine. I was about two miles from home so I drove on. Let the beast sit for about half an hour and check the oil, it is reading about 1/8 of a quart high. Drain some oil out this morning thinking this may have been the cause as I have heard some engines hate having even a drop too much oil. Start the car and sound is awfull, even worse than before. Come on line to ask what everyone thinks and what do I see but this thread. The similarities are uncanny, it started as a little tick, no oil anywhere,on the ground, around the filter, nowhere. Then a loud knocking, my VX has 54K on it. Has anyone else had any problems like this?

Welcome to the board neighbor!
Does it sound like a diesel engine? If so, search for EGR or EGR vavle and follow the advice posted and check the connection. If the connection is loose, it will rattle pretty loud. If the sound is seems like it's coming from the front of the engine...I would get it to the dealer or a mechanic asap. The #1 cylinder crank bearing is the one that seems to go. I have had my oil level not show on the dipstick a few times, but (knock wood) all is still well. You are right to check the level often.
GOOD LUCK!

[Offroad vx]

I see that Deermagnet has 1999 warranty info but does anybody know the particulars on the 2000s? I've heard everything from a 5/50,000 to a 7/70,000 warranty. I would love some info so I know where I stand.

[Anita]

I see that Deermagnet has 1999 warranty info but does anybody know the particulars on the 2000s? I've heard everything from a 5/50,000 to a 7/70,000 warranty. I would love some info so I know where I stand.

New 2000-2001's have the 10 year/120K mile warranty. Cuts in half to subsequent owners. Details on what that covers is on the Isuzu.com website.

[majork]

I have 99 with going on 141000 miles (started with 8000, dealer demo)...

I have noticed ticking noises on occasion but never progressed to anything

Not sure why some 99 engines are faulty

From the dealer; it seems rountine replacement of the timing belt and valve adjusts are important with this engine...

I would buy an extended warranty based on current knowledge, but I am sure the VX is too over the hill to obtain one...

http://www.rebuiltcarengines.com.......anybody know anything about this rebuilt engine sight

[SoilDoc]

CaptnMorgan: I am sorry for your loss.

Are there any statistics on the numbers of VXs with blown engines. Seems like this is fairly common (I recall this makes it about 5 or so engines so far, #1 in all of them). I am curious if it is the early produced models like the 99s or if it is striking randomly?????

[drdavidr4u]

When I took delivery on my 2001 vx today(second ownership) I grilled the dealer on the warranty not all the sales folk could agree!!!
After they came back from the huddle they told me its 3 yr 50,000 miles bumper to bumper and 6 yrs 60,000mi drivetrain.
Should I belive them?!

[SGT.BATGUANO]

Get it in writing

[tiggergreen]

Before you get it repaired... If I understood you correctly, you were wanting to trade this in anyway... How much will you take for the Vehicross right now? I need a VX for an electric conversion, so this would be perfect...

Brent
www.xanderstudios.com

[ron]

Cptnmorgan...

I had my engine (shortblock) replaced because of #1 when it was in its early 14k. And mine was an '01 too. So, I don't think that the issue is only isolated with '99s.

During the repair (under warranty), they replaced the shortblock and the timing belt since it was all taken apart. They assembled everything back with the other original parts. I believe that even though the incidences happen to VX owners every now and then, this is a common problem with the 3.5 and 3.2 engines which includes the Troopers and Rodeos (I think).

If the repair is done at the dealership, then it takes about a week or two to get it rolling again after receipt of the new shortblock. Good luck if you plan to pursue any type of warranty claim with Isuzu or someone else. Let us know of the final outcome.

[David Wiltshire]

Sorry to hear of your problems, it is also worrying for me and probably fellow U.K. VX owners as I doubt if any of us have any cover for this sort of problem. Looks like this is an issue for further investigation

[Green Dragon]

Some more info as well as some misinfo-

http://forums.delphiforums.com/n/mb/...og&msg=1198.53

Don't overfill crankcase as this raises crankcase pressure.

Honda does not make the Isuzu Engine.

Do not wait until oil is a quart low to add oil. I keep mine at top mark on dipstick at all times. I change my Filter ( Amsoil-STP) do not use Fram Filters & oil ( Synthetic )at 5000 miles.

Dragon Bob

This is an 18 month old post that has been re-edited & the Link does not work. Basically, I use Mobil 1 OIL Synthetic WT 5-30- Change oil & Filter every 5000 miles or 6 months which ever comes first. I clean PCV with brake cleaner & just yesterday checked & cleaned the EGR Valve. So Far So Good I don't burn any oil. I wonder if there have been any engine failures, when Synthetic oil was in use & what oil filter was installed when these failures occured. Also what is the failure rate in Japan if any & what does their warranty cover?