20 Most Recent 1988 Isuzu Impulse Questions & Answers

White smoke is caused by coolant or water coming out the tail pipe. There is a chance that the white smoke was caused by water splashing up from a puddle onto the exhaust pipe. Keep an eye on the coolant level in the radiator in any event. If its less then there leak coolant leak in the car engine which is causing this problem....

manual or automatic transmition?
if it is a manual it just needs a new clutch plate.
if it's an auto there is something seriously wrong and you should not drive it at all untill you can convince a mechanic to look at it

you need to replace sensor L in engine

Man, I love this car when they first came out. Friend of mine had one with turbo with Lotus suspension/handling. Being 1988 would not surprised me if the AUTOMETER FUEL LEVEL SENDING UNIT is bad, it does not matter if its has only 10k miles because of the year. The car is 21 year old and very seldom any electrical system that sit in the chemicals or petroleum that long will last without developing any corrosion or rust. Keep in mind, being 21 years old car with only 60k miles, is telling me its has been sitting for a long time without being driven. Your Isuzu should have 252k miles if it had been driven 12k per year although it average 2800 miles per year. I have seen a 5 year old gas tank that has been left sitting half empty, it has so much rust and corrosion in the tank you would not believed because of moister. This is a true fact, If better to leave the gas tank completely full or completely empty sitting and will have less chance developing corrosion. First, Check all fuses to make sure you getting power to the gages. The only way to test the unit is to test the unit itself. There is plastic connector on top of the tank you can test by unplugging the connector and using the 12v light tester to see if you getting power from main source. My sense tells me the AUTOMETER FUEL LEVEL SENDING UNIT is bad and need replacing. It will cost you 38 bucks auto parts warehouse.com, very easy to replace. If you have plans to keep that car, I would get your self Hayne's auto repair books for 20buck to keep for the next repair. Great book will teaches you alot about the car and the heart of it. Good luck, hope this help some

I tried the DIY service and repair manuals from a website and it actually helped me repair transmission problem in my jcb 3cx site-master. it wont move forward or reverse, engine is good both solenoids for forward and reverse work. I don't have much technical knowledge but I just followed it step-wise, and works perfect! got it from www.reliable-store.com

english please...

Go on line and google your car and year with car manual, for example you would google 1999 impala manual. hope this is helpful.

No added info supplied, Larry. Maybe the following will assist someone else although likely far more general than what you would have provided. Here are some general steps to guide you through the process: Preparation: Safety First: Disconnect the battery to avoid electrical mishaps. Clear the Area: Remove any items obstructing the headlining area. Gather Tools: You'll need basic tools like screwdrivers, trim removal tools, and a staple gun. Remove the Old Headlining: Remove Visors and Handles: Take off sun visors, handles, and other accessories attached to the headliner. Remove Trim Panels: Carefully pry off any trim panels covering the edges of the headliner. Unscrew and Remove: Unscrew any fasteners securing the headliner to the roof. Lower the Headliner: Slowly lower the headliner, being mindful of any wiring or components. Prepare the New Headlining: Inspect and Clean: Inspect the new headliner for any defects. Clean it if necessary. Transfer Accessories: Transfer visors, handles, and other accessories from the old headliner to the new one. Installation: Position the Headliner: Carefully position the new headliner in place. Secure with Fasteners: Screw the headliner back into place using the original fasteners. Reattach Trim Panels: Reattach any trim panels you removed earlier. Reinstall Accessories: Put back the sun visors, handles, and other accessories. Test Everything: Ensure all components work properly. Finishing Touches: Check Alignment: Make sure the headliner is aligned correctly. Staple the Edges: Use a staple gun to secure the edges of the headliner to the roof. Trim Excess Material: Trim any excess material around the edges. Remember to consult your Isuzu Rodeo workshop manual for detailed instructions specific to your vehicle. If you encounter any challenges, seek professional assistance or consult online forums for additional tips.

Your light switch controls those items, it may be defective.

One has to check the fuse for Instruments. When it failed you check any cable for wear marks and the chance it shorted out against some ground. Next the main plugs for power to be in good condition and not being corroded. Sometimes the cables break where they are clamped on a cable lug and one can then easily pull them out of a connector. It can be a bad connection to ground, where ground cables connect to a larger wire. Ignition switches can fail and have connections for many functions with plugs down below. It should be any of these causes.

Have you had it plugged into an OBD scanner to check it isn't a sensor causing the issue? Sometimes something else can trigger a "No Start" issue like a bad sensor or a faulty immobiliser. The two most likely reasons for the starter to do that is - 1. a weak or flat battery or - 2. A bad starter motor. Check the battery is fully charged, (somewhere around 12.6 to 13.2 volts). If the battery is good it is more likely to be the starter motor. On a 2001 model it mght be the original factory starter. They do wear out and fail especially on high mileage or high compression engines like diesels. That 'Click' noise is probably the Solenoid switch on the starter working but the motor isn't turning like it should.

How did you 'turn them off'? There are no switches. You can't drive without those two sensors. You need and auto electrician with a professional grade scan tool computer to diagnose what device (probably ECM) is giving that signal to the engine tachometer. https://www.google.com/search?q=auto+electrician+near+me ..

It is another name for the instrument cluster. https://www.google.com/search?q=IE+Isuzu+6w+meter+board ..