Esteem 1.8L & Vitara 2.0L
- Check for faulty hydraulic valve lash adjuster(s).
- Check for valve stem or guide.
- Check for weak or broken valve spring.
- Check for warped or bent valve.
- Check for worn piston, ring or cylinder bore.
- Check for worn connecting rod bearing.
- Check for worn main bearings.
- Check for loose connecting rod nuts.
- Check for low oil pressure.
- Check for worn crankshaft bearing.
- Check for worn crankshaft journal.
- Check for loose bearing cap bolts.
- Check for excessive crankshaft thrust play.