The first major repair was a bad set of synchros installed at the factory. These were repaired under warranty at 15000 miles. Also of note are the rear ABS sensors which routinely fail in Chevrolets.
If you are the owner of a Tracker with the optional skid plates be cautious, about half of the time the dealer will incorrectly install them and/or leave them off altogether because of the effort needed to replace them correctly after an oil change.
This has been a very fun little truck. I use the word truck because it handles, rides, sounds, and performs off road like a big truck. However if you absolutely have to go anywhere on earth reliably, in fashion, and to the tune of 25+ miles per gallon, you have found your niche.
I have driven both versions of the SOHC 1.6 motor offered, and finding the higher output 4 valve head motor is a must. Even with 20 more HP, the "bigger" motor is barely adequate. But adequate in most ways and stellar in some is what this Tracker is all about!
29Oct05 Oklahoma:
How can buyer know if engine is higher horsepower 4 valve engine?
Tnx.
Dwilson@wiredok.com.
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