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ZUKIWORLD Model Specific Suzuki Forum => Suzuki Sidekick, Vitara, Geo Tracker (Gen. 1 Platform) 1989-1998 => Topic started by: Beastly on August 25, 2011, 07:58:55 PM

Title: transmission help
Post by: Beastly on August 25, 2011, 07:58:55 PM

ok i have a 97 16 valve we finally finished the motor and wow is this thing a pain and confusing to work on. after we repaired the oil pan, brake lines and coolant leak i took it out for a drive and it wouldnt shift out of first now. idk why it shifted fine before and all the fluid is a great color and full. are these vacuum operated or electronically. thanks any pointers is appreciated

Title: Re: transmission help
Post by: bentparts on August 26, 2011, 04:24:31 AM

I think the 97 is a computer controller trans, but I may be wrong. 2 or 4 door?  3 or 4 speed? It makes a difference.

Title: Re: transmission help
Post by: Beastly on August 26, 2011, 04:39:51 AM

its a 2 door and automatic

Title: Re: transmission help
Post by: talonxracer on August 26, 2011, 06:21:26 AM

Is the trans a 3spd or 4 spd auto?

You have a vacuum line mis-connected more than likely.

Title: Re: transmission help
Post by: bentparts on August 26, 2011, 05:09:49 PM

I agree with talonx, check your vacume line running from the rear of the intake manifold, just ahead of the throttle body, should be connected to the module on the trans.

Title: Re: transmission help
Post by: Beastly on August 26, 2011, 08:59:37 PM

ah thank you awesome ill check that tomorrow

Title: Re: transmission help
Post by: Skyhiranger on August 27, 2011, 08:15:38 AM

Quote from: talonxracer on August 26, 2011, 06:21:26 AM

Is the trans a 3spd or 4 spd auto?

You have a vacuum line mis-connected more than likely.

2 door=3 speed.

Yep, I agree, check the vacuum modulator connection, both at the engine and at the tranny (behind the pan).

Title: Re: transmission help
Post by: Beastly on August 27, 2011, 05:38:35 PM

thanks a lot guys there was just a couple that were crossed up. i took it out on the quad trails

Title: Re: transmission help
Post by: talonxracer on August 27, 2011, 07:09:31 PM

Glad you were able to sort it out. happy trails!