The Geo Tracker was manufactured from 1989 until 1997. The base soft top convertible 1997 Tracker was equipped with a 1.6 liter, four-cylinder engine and five speed manual transmission. The Tracker also included several standard features such as bucket seats, power brakes, tachometer, driver and passenger front airbags, cloth seating, fifteen inch wheels and intermittent windshield wipers. Because the Tracker is built with so many different parts, systems and components it can be difficult to know what needs to be repaired or replaced to solve a problem you are experiencing with the vehicle. One method to troubleshooting your Tracker is to listen to the location and types of noises the vehicle makes as you drive.
Inspect the transmission mount of the Tracker when the engine compartment of the vehicle makes a chirping noise while you are driving. The transmission mount may have become loose, damaged, worn or broken.
Examine the differential system of the vehicle if you hear a groaning noise from underneath the Tracker while you drive. You may have a low differential fluid level, a worn or damaged differential bearing or the incorrect or contaminated fluid in the system. If the groaning sound is coming more from the rear of the Tracker look at the U-joints to see if any of them are loose, damaged or worn out.
Look at the rod bearing of the Tracker when you hear a knocking sound coming from the engine while you drive it. You may have the wrong type of bearing installed on the vehicle or insufficient clearance around the bearing to allow it to function properly. You could also have low oil pressure or an insufficient amount of oil in the engine.
Check the Tracker's brake pads, shoes and rotors when you hear a chattering noise coming from the front of the vehicle. These components could be worn out or improperly installed on the vehicle.
