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Modifications SsangYong Rexton II

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Owner reviews SsangYong Rexton II

SsangYong Rexton II, 2006

I can say that the cost of its SsangYong Rexton II corresponds. I think that all defects make it possible to detect the first hundreds and thousands of kilometers. In my case, at a mileage of 1000 kilometers - the replacement of the rear axle, at 15 thousand mileage - the replacement of the suspension arm (the reason is ball play), it’s good at least to have a relationship with a Mercedes. There is no need to look under the hood of the SsangYong Rexton II, it does not consume oil, there are no complaints about the operation of the motor. Starts up normally, warms up, does not make much noise. The most significant disadvantage is associated with steering, you don’t feel the steering wheel, other disadvantages are smaller. It was necessary to take it with a 2.8-liter gasoline engine, now I regret it, of course, it cannot take off on the highway like a rocket. I have a car in the role of an additional one - as a jeep, and it fully copes with its duties, it showed itself especially well during this winter. In general, the SsangYong Rexton II justifies its purpose and its cost: a sufficient level of cross-country ability (but of course not like a tractor), suits the level of comfort, reliability, there are no special problems with maintenance, including financially. Only now the power steering was not completed, the interior is modest (wretched seating, doors), the seats are laid out somehow primitively. About diesel modifications I can’t say anything, but Rexton with gasoline engine you can safely take it if you are aware of its purpose and you need it precisely for such purposes (for a jeep, 160 kilometers per hour is not speed).

Advantages : price quality. Reliability. Roomy interior.

Flaws : power steering. Simple salon.

Sergey, Yaroslavl

SsangYong Rexton II, 2008

I took the standard complete set of SsangYong Rexton II. When the first months of delight passed, I took a closer look at this car and drew attention to its main shortcomings, which I still can’t come to terms with. This machine is purely frame, rear-wheel drive, rear beam, forced connection of front-wheel drive. Yes, during the first winter it threw me not weakly, since the back of car light, so cornering requires extreme care. If we talk about the salon, I looked at what I take: the chairs are upholstered in fabric, with air conditioner, With automatic transmission. Accordingly, the salon suited me. For the period from the date of purchase under warranty, only the replacement of the rear brake hoses, swollen due to frost, was done. The appearance of the car is peculiar, but it is much more important that the car is practical. Fuel consumption: in the city - 11.5 liters, winter - 12-13; on the highway in the mode of 90-130 kilometers per hour - 8.5 liters. The thrust of the engine, as for a diesel one, is quite sufficient, the main thing is to realize that this is not a premium class car, it accelerates stably and smoothly. SsangYong Rexton II did not try to accelerate above 160 kilometers per hour, because at higher speeds you just “catch” the steering wheel. The steering is about the same as that of the "Americans", of course, the information content is insufficient, but in principle I am satisfied. At this point, my car's mileage is 108.3 thousand kilometers, and apart from changing oils and consumables, there was nothing.

Advantages : engine. Reliable running. Design.

Flaws : manageability.

Stanislav, Kursk

SsangYong Rexton II, 2009

The first quality that attracted me to SsangYong Rexton II was comfort. Sufficiently spacious in the front and rear of the cabin. Excellent soundproofing. In principle, I am satisfied with the head unit. The second point is the sufficient softness of the suspension, not like a Mercedes, of course, but not like other SUVs like Mitsubishi or Nissan. The third quality that you definitely notice is the feeling of kinship with Mercedes, after all, the merger with the concern is not an accidental event. You pay attention to this right away, you just have to lift the hood and see an asterisk with three rays on the engine head and the inscription “licensed by Mercedes”. With such an engine honed over many years (I have a 2.3-liter one), one can rejoice at the unpretentiousness to fuel quality: it consumes AI-92 gasoline without problems. At the same time, the car does not lose its agility. If you are not an amateur racer, then you will be satisfied with the car. I would call a car imposing - this is the most appropriate word for it. It can take off if you spin the engine, but the car is not designed for this, but for comfortable movement. SsangYong Rexton II consumes not so much gasoline for such a car: 15 liters in the city, 11 liters on the highway. It's approximately.

Advantages : appearance, reliability, slowness, representativeness, convenience.

Flaws : folded seats do not create a flat area, side windows get dirty in the rain, racks.

Mikhail, Yekaterinburg

SsangYong is quite an exotic brand that many people associate with China. However, it is one of the largest car manufacturers in South Korea. Today the concern belongs to the Indian company Mahindra & Mahindra. Ssangyong has become famous for its controversially stylized models, but recently its cars have begun to look beautiful and modern. Examples of this are Korando (Action) and Tivoli, which sell well in Europe.

The SsangYong Rexton debuted in 2001. A lot of time has passed since then, and the model has undergone a number of technical and stylistic updates (in 2008 and 2011), but the design has not fundamentally changed. The SUV has a classic supporting frame, which is best suited for traveling through difficult terrain. True, off-road Rexton is far from the possibilities Land Rover Defender, and on the highway there is not enough comfort, control precision and economy.

SsangYong Rexton offers a roomy interior. There is enough free space in front, and comfortable seats do not cause complaints. The back is relatively narrow: the third will be superfluous, and the belt for it is only a waist. In addition, after folding the smaller part of the sofa, the middle passenger's seat belt buckle disappears.

The trunk has a good capacity - 580-1930 liters. The only concern is the uneven floor, adapted for the third row. In the 7-seat version, this problem does not exist, since the surface is located higher.

The Korean received a luxurious finish and boasts good equipment: 4 airbags, climate control, heated seats, alloy wheels, parking sensors and ABS. Luxury versions are distinguished by leather upholstery and the presence of ESP. But there's also some intimidating décor: an overabundance of chrome trim and faux wood veneer.

Transmission

If you plan to travel on the highway more often, then it is better to look for versions with independent rear suspension. SsangYong Rexton with uncut rear axle has habits characteristic of this kind of decisions. The level of comfort is not the worst, but on bumps the car can leave the intended trajectory. When braking, the body dives deep, and sways strongly on the waves.

For off-road trips, you should not buy copies with center differential(AWD) as it is devoid of any locks. Moreover, the 2WD version is not suitable for these purposes. Here it is better to bet on the modification "Part Time" - with manual control of the transmission modes and a rigidly connected front axle.

The Ssangyong Rexton with TOD (Electronic Permanent All Wheel Drive) performs well on any road and allows you to downshift if necessary.

Transmissions often experience minor oil leaks.

Engines

Among gasoline units the weakest is the 2.3-liter aspirated, and the strongest is the 3.2-liter R6. The latter confidently copes with a heavy car, but absorbs more than 20 l / 100 km in the city.

In the early years of production, a 2.9-liter turbodiesel was installed. It has a simple design, consumes a lot of fuel, but pulls poorly, especially in combination with an automatic transmission.

Under the hood of an all-terrain vehicle, a 2.7-liter turbodiesel has dominated for many years. Although it has 5 cylinders, it is not a complete copy of the Mercedes ML 270 CDI counterpart. Rexton II uses a reinforced version, which differs in small things. For example, a variable geometry turbocharger. The turbodiesel is quite powerful and suits the car well. The average fuel consumption is about 10 liters per 100 km.

AT last years they began to install a new generation of turbodiesels with a volume of 2.0 (only slightly weaker than 2.7 liters) and 2.2 liters.

Typical problems and malfunctions

Many people are reluctant to buy a Ssangyong Rexton due to concerns about the availability of parts and service. And absolutely in vain. The Korean SUV has a simple design. However, some components can still surprise mechanics.

Incorrect engine operation is often to blame vacuum system control valve of the exhaust gas recirculation system. With the help of vacuum, the connection of the front wheels is also carried out. Leaks in the system or malfunctions of hubs (hubs) exclude the possibility of turning the bridge on and off. In the latter case, this threatens to wear out the transmission.

Most of the costs are generated by a 2.7-liter turbodiesel. Sometimes the valve of the exhaust gas recirculation system is clogged (cleaning helps), and the fuel system is sensitive to the quality and purity of the fuel.

The fuel system of turbodiesels requires special care, which needs filters of the good quality(from 1,000 rubles). Replacement every 30,000 km to avoid premature wear fuel injectors(from 15,000 rubles) and a high-pressure fuel pump (the cost of the original is 180,000 rubles).

Nozzles and glow plugs sometimes "stick". The problem is especially relevant with glow plugs in cars built before 2006. When twisted, they can break. In this case, to remove them, you will have to remove the block head.

With a loss of traction and the engine malfunction indicator lights up, the turbine is often sentenced. In fact, it turns out that one of the leaky pipes of the air supply system is to blame. Therefore, the diagnosis of the boost system should be carried out using a vacuum gauge.

Gasoline units with timely maintenance do not cause trouble.

Surface corrosion is often observed on the frame, and crosses cardan shafts require regular injection (fittings are provided).

One of the disadvantages of Ssangyong is electrical equipment. Very often, various connectors, harnesses and relays fail. Please note: the use of Mercedes technical solutions does not mean that "German" computers can be used for diagnostics.

Transmission

The Ssangyong Rexton used several box options. The mechanics, unlike the machine, does not cause problems. Unless, the clutch is not very durable (from 17,000 rubles per set) - especially in diesel versions.

The simplest 4-speed automatic transmission is quite durable, and in 6-range bearings wear out between sets of planetary gears. The most popular 5-speed automatic. This box is a copy of the Mercedes 722.6 automatic transmission, so many parts are interchangeable. Its disadvantages: oil leaks, failure of the control board, contamination of sensors and filters. To prolong the life of the machine, every 60,000 km a preventive oil change should be carried out.

During the inspection, you should pay attention to the condition of the ball bearings, which have a small resource.

Conclusion

Ssangyong Rexton certainly deserves attention. There are practically no such large and solid SUVs on the market at a price of 300,000 rubles or more. Pay attention to the all-wheel drive system so as not to be far from the asphalt on the 2WD or AWD version. Korean does not cause many problems and is not too expensive to repair. However, a number of details are not easy to find, or they exist only in the original. Yes, and with the resale in the future, most likely, there will be some difficulties. Although Rexton has a fairly simple design, when buying it is better to use the services of a service familiar with the characteristic "sores" of Ssangyong.

Specifications SsangYong Rexton

29.09.2016

Sang Yong Rexton is called the Korean “ML”, and for good reason. The fact is that many components and assemblies, for example, engines, transmission and chassis here used from "". And if, at the moment, your budget does not allow you to buy a real ML, then you can temporarily be content with Sang Yong. But there is also a caveat here. Indeed, the Koreans use licensed Mercedes-Benz units, but with their own modifications, so the stories that absolutely all Rexton parts are interchangeable with Mercedes ones are mostly bikes. Looking ahead, I will say that the refinements of the units did not affect their reliability in any way. Here's what to expect from other parts of this model with a mileage of more than 100,000 km now and try to find out.

Few facts:

For the first time, the Sang Yong Rexton SUV was presented to the public at the International Motor Show in Frankfurt in 2001, in the same year, the first copies rolled off the assembly line. The car is equipped with a powerful spar-type frame, permanent drive rear wheels with forced or automatically connected front axle. A downshift, long-travel suspension and relatively small overhangs make it clear that the car is designed to conquer off-road. In 2004, to increase sales, the manufacturer carried out a restyling, as a result of which the radiator grille and wheel arches were changed.

The next restyling was carried out in 2007. In addition to appearance, the changes affected the characteristics of the suspension, steering, and the car body became a little stiffer for twisting, which had a positive effect on handling. Also, new headlights, a radiator grill, a bumper appeared, a plastic body kit around the perimeter of the body has changed a little. The next large-scale restyling of Sang Yong Rexton took place already in 2012.

Advantages and disadvantages of Sang Yong Rexton with mileage.

This model has several gasoline engines: the first, the weakest 2.3 (150 hp), there are a lot of cars with such a power unit, but here are reviews about them performance characteristics not very good. This motor is frankly not enough for such a large car. Other power units more powerful - 2.8 (197 hp) and 3.2 (220 hp), and three diesel engines, 2.0 (155 hp), 2.7 (165 and 186 hp). Gasoline power units do not have any complaints from the owners, there are instances that have traveled more than 400,000 km without major repairs.

The timing drive is driven by a metal chain, which has a resource of 200,000 km. Due to the fact that the petrol versions high flow fuel (20 liters in the city), many owners, in order to save money on fuel, equipped the car with gas equipment. As a result, the service life of coils and spark plugs is reduced. Sang Yong Rexton diesel engines are very demanding on fuel quality, and if you refuel with low-quality fuel, you will have to clean the fuel system and change nozzles. Therefore, it is better to choose a car with a diesel engine that was operated in a metropolis.

Transmission

Two transmission options are available on the Sang Yong Rexton - a five-speed manual and a four-speed automatic. Mechanical transmission has its own characteristics - the gears are not included very easily and indistinctly, especially the first and second gears. You need to service the box more often than on other cars, at least once every 40,000 km. If we talk about automatic transmission, then besides being a little thoughtful, it no longer has any drawbacks, and in most cases, nurses more than 300,000 km.

The transmission for connecting all-wheel drive, buyers chose from two options - the first " P art Time" with a rigid connection of the front axle, the second - "Smart-TOD", when the front wheels are connected automatically using a viscous coupling. With the first type of transmission, when the axle is connected rigidly, it is only allowed to drive with all-wheel drive on all the time on off-road and on slippery roads. If the previous owner constantly drove with all-wheel drive on, then most likely you will have to change the entire system. There may also be problems with the vacuum modulator for connecting the front axle. Grease in the front and rear gears needs to be changed every 40,000 km. The main problem with this drive is that the electronics fail and the drive stops connecting; the service does not reveal the cause of this feature.

Chassis

The front suspension is independent double wishbone, the rear is dependent with a powerful split axle (after 2012, it is used independent suspension). The Sang Yong Rexton's suspension is pretty solid, and most of the parts can withstand at least 70,000 km (for careful drivers). frame construction, high clearance (195 mm), four-wheel drive, low gear and strong underbody protection allow you to overcome serious off-road conditions.

Most often, owners who use the car for its intended purpose (off-road driving) have to change the ball joints of the front levers every 30-40 thousand km, in urban use - 50-60 thousand km. The biggest drawback is that the ball joint changes with the lever and silent blocks, and this pleasure is not cheap. Bushings and stabilizers roll stability serve up to 50,000 km, shock absorbers - up to 100,000 kilometers. rear suspension can be called eternal, since there is nothing to break here, you only need to pay attention to the condition of the bearings of the axle shafts.

Closer to 100,000 km, when driving on a rough road, you can hear a knock in the suspension. The reason for this sound is the wear of the steering rack bushing, at the same run, the rack oil seals also begin to flow. But do not be afraid, because steering rack maintainable. Finally, about steering I would like to note that the tie rod ends and traction rods have a fairly long service life, more than 150,000 km of run.

Body and interior

Sang Yong Rexton praised for performance passive safety- the database already has frontal airbags and a stabilization system exchange rate stability. The license plate of this car is located on the frame, therefore, before buying a car, be sure to see if it reads well, otherwise you will doom yourself to a lengthy examination in the MPEO. Most likely, you will come across the fact that not all spare parts for Rexton are in stock, and some of them have to be ordered only from official dealer. The body of the car just does not rot, rust appears after low-quality repair or a chip not repaired in time. Paintwork here is weak, as a result, the body is quickly covered with scratches and chips. Also, the owners blame the quality of the chrome body elements.

As for electricians, it is rather difficult to talk about any frequently recurring problems. Masters in the service, and many owners, say that they encountered breakdowns, and with completely different ones. In general, it can be said that the quality of the wiring and electrical connections in this car is not at the highest level. Also, a common occurrence in these cars is the failure of the immobilizer (it is not repairable), so it will have to be changed.

Outcome:

On the road, the Sang Yong Rexton comes across as a big, solid and comfortable car, and most importantly, the car is absolutely not afraid of our broken roads. And if you need an inexpensive frame midsize SUV class K2, then this model exactly what you need, but if you do not plan to conquer the dunes, then for this money you can find more interesting options.

Advantages:

• Frame body structure.
• Large resource of engines and transmissions.
• Permanent four-wheel drive.
• Comfort suspension.
• Good soundproofing.

Flaws:

• Outdated design.
• Weak paint finish.
• High fuel consumption in petrol versions.
• No onboard computer.
• Unreliable electronics.

If you are the owner of this car model, please describe the problems that you had to face during the operation of the car. Perhaps it is your review that will help readers of our site when choosing a car.

Sincerely, the editors of AutoAvenue

Each novelty from SsangYong causes heated debate, primarily because of their unusual design. But Rexton II was created according to a different principle - only a few details were changed to give the famous car the new kind. New model Ssang Yong Rexton 2 began to look calmer, while not losing its originality.

The Sang Yong Rexton 2 has a choice of three engines, two of which are diesel. To the already familiar 2.7-liter Xdi engine with 165 hp. added a modernized version of the XVT - 186 hp was removed from the same volume. thanks to a system that changes the geometry of the intake tract. As an alternative to diesels, they offer a 220-horsepower 3.2-liter gasoline engine. All cars are equipped with 5-speed automatic “T-tronic” with manual shift function (mechanics can be ordered only with 2.7Xdi). Four-wheel drive on vehicles with mechanical box is connected manually, but powerful configurations are equipped with permanent all-wheel drive.

Aesthetes will find a new instrument panel and finishing materials in the SangYong Rexton 2 cabin. By the way, now all cars will have a standard audio system with the ability to read files from USB drives.

Cost SsangYong Rexton 2 not small for a "Korean" - prices for it in 2011 start from ~ 1 million 50 thousand rubles!

Technical ssangyong specifications Rexton II RX320 A/T:

• Engine: petrol
• The number of cylinders, valves and working volume - 6x24x3199 cm3
• Engine power - 162 kW / 220 hp at 6100 rpm
• Torque - 312 N.m at 4600 rpm
• Transmission: all-wheel drive
• Transmission - automatic 5-speed
• Body: 5-seater 5-door
  • base - 2820 mm
  • dimensions (length x width x height) - 4720x1870x1760 mm
  • curb weight - 2008 kg
• Maximum speed: 184 km/h
• Fuel consumption in the combined cycle - 14.4 l / 100 km.

And since the fall of 2011, there has been an increase in the modifications of the SsangYong Rexton SUV, now in Russia a variant of this car with a third row of seats is also offered. The price for a “passenger” Sang Yong Rexton starts from ~1 million 290 thousand rubles. The third row of seats is two full passenger seats and more options for transforming the cabin.
Volume luggage compartment, with the third row of seats - 250 liters, with the third row folded - 678 liters (like a “regular” five-seater SUV), but with the rear sofa folded, the luggage space reaches a volume of 2086 liters (this option is suitable for transporting very and oversized loads).

If speak about technical specifications“News” - the seven-seat version of the SanYong Rexton is offered with a 2.7-liter diesel engine with a capacity of 165 hp. or 186 hp (a slightly more “forced” version of the same power unit, but for this option the price is higher ~ 1 million 370 thousand rubles).

By the way, the seven-seater Rexton is even in the “base” (for it this is the Elegance package) has leather upholstery, climate control, power seats with memory function for the driver's seat, and an audio system with steering wheel controls.

From time to time, every motorist faces the question of choosing his next car. If you need off-road qualities, comfort and spaciousness are important, frequent long-distance trips are planned, then, in addition to more famous brands and common models, the SsangYong Rexton will certainly come into view. Understanding the most common problems when operating the second generation of this SUV.

Interest in this car is due to the fact that for relatively little money you can get a real frame SUV. To date, the price of a three-year-old Rexton varies between 750-850 thousand rubles. The choice is limited to options with XVT and xdi diesel engines, AWD and parttime transmissions, an automatic transmission or a 5-speed manual. There are also petrol versions, but their share is much smaller.

Few people know how Rexton was born and appeared, where its roots come from, to whom it should be grateful for the appearance and to whom for the filling. At the end of the last century, the Korean brand SsangYong decided to produce a large SUV, and in order not to reinvent the wheel, it struck up a relationship with Mercedes-Benz. The Germans took power units, gearboxes and geometry. ItalDesign studio worked on the exterior and interior. The fruit of the work in 2001 was the Rexton line with licensed gasoline and diesel engines, which has been present almost unchanged in a number of markets, including the Russian one, for 13 years now. For all the time, the car has experienced two upgrades, in 2006 and 2013.

Four years ago, our colleagues from the Buy an Auto magazine already told what you need to be prepared for when choosing a used Rexton 2. This time we will summarize the experience gained in practice in operating cars in Russian conditions, including copies of domestic assembly.

The first, easily removable proprietary trouble is the destruction of the washer reservoir. It can already leak at 20-30 thousand kilometers. For a long time, tanks were installed from the factory, which tended to crack in the area of ​​\u200b\u200battachment to the body from vibrations. If the previous owner has not changed it yet, then it will cost you 2.5-3 thousand rubles. Genuine parts supplied as spare parts are already reinforced in problem areas and they serve well.

Also programmed troubles include sour handbrake cables. Even light off-road with shallow puddles can lead to such a breakdown. Replacing the parking brake cables will cost from 2.5 thousand rubles, and if you need to replace the parking brake pads, be prepared to pay another 3.5 thousand.

Suspension and steering elements in the conditions of the Moscow region do not wear out very rapidly, but by 60 thousand kilometers it is often necessary to replace the steering tips and rubber bushings stabilizers and stabilizer struts, all together will pull 4 thousand rubles.

Professional SUVs are now dying out as a species - potential customers increasingly prefer more versatile and practical crossovers.

Do not rule out trouble with the power steering system during cold weather - it breaks the hose at the outlet of the steering rack. The reason for this is the working fluid thickening in the cold, clearly not designed for Russian frosts. There is only one correct way out of this situation - replacing the fluid with a better one from any eminent company, preferably on a synthetic basis.

Second-generation SsangYong Rexton diesel engines are equipped with overrunning alternators - this solution is often found on BMW engines and Mercedes-Benz. The clutch allows the massive generator rotor to rotate freely after the engine stops, and also partially conceals the uneven operation of the engine, which is designed to extend the life of the generator and drive belt auxiliary units. However, the overrunning clutch itself may require replacement already at 70 thousand kilometers. The first symptoms of its failure are the whistling of a slipping or wet belt. Further, tapping is added to this sound, which may be present on idling and disappear at higher levels. This already speaks of the catastrophic wear of the overrunning clutch, and one must be prepared for the fact that the generator will soon cease to perform its functions. The clutch itself on Rexton 2 will cost 1.5-3 thousand rubles, at the same time, for preventive purposes, the generator is recommended to be defective and, if necessary, change its bearings.

Remains of the SsangYong Rexton clutch after disassembly

Particular attention during the operation of the "Korean" must be paid to the lower ball bearings of the front suspension, the design of which contains a kind of time bomb. The fact is that the supports on the Rexton work to break (in the classic Lada, a similar solution has been spoiling the blood of their owners for 40 years). It is difficult to say what made them resort to such a technical solution on such a heavy machine. However, if you do not catch signs of the imminent death of the ball joint, then the consequences can be very deplorable. When the support is destroyed, the wheel together with knuckle breaks, jamming the upper arm and fender and disabling the front wheel drive. The car loses control, which can cause a serious accident, not to mention the fact that with such a breakdown, Rexton moves only on a tow truck. The first indirect signs of problems with ball joints are steering wheel play - to maintain a straight direction of movement, the position of the steering wheel can change abruptly within 5-10 degrees. In addition, when the suspension is rocking, a characteristic metallic creak appears on bumps. In order to prevent ball bearings, it is recommended to change every 30-40 thousand km or when a torn ball boot is found.

The SsangYong Rexton ball pin was torn out, and the lever began to grind the rim

If your choice fell on the modification of AWD, then here you also need to remember about the next “surprise”, in which the car can stand up tightly for no apparent reason at first glance. It will start up and won't even show any errors on the diagnostic scanner. And before that, there was just a slight tapping somewhere in the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe driver’s right foot when switching the automatic transmission selector, then boom - the engine is running, the selector is in position D, but the car is not moving. Surely, thoughts about the death of the AKP and expensive repairs will immediately begin to swarm in my head. But you shouldn’t grieve much - most likely, the splines were turned in the front drive cardan, and now the whole moment goes into a broken connection. Usually this trouble comes in the range of 70-80 thousand kilometers due to the lack of lubrication in the connection. Replacing a cardan will cost 8-10 thousand rubles, and it would be nice if this did not happen away from home and a store with cardans. If the previous owner was handy or read the forums, then it is possible that the joint, dry from the factory, has already been lubricated, and the described problem will bypass you.

SsangYong Rexton is also popular among off-road fans (especially xdi with parttime transmission). On the Russian market you can buy kits consisting of longer and rigid springs and shock absorbers with increased travel, then equip the combat vehicle with 33-inch mud tires and go to conquer the forests and swamps. But if somewhere in front it began to tap when connected front wheel drive, should be concerned. There are frequent cases when, unable to withstand the increased load, the front axle support breaks. Engine oil pan and front axle begin to meet with each other, which ends with a hole and oil leaking from the engine. Honor and praise to you if, in the heat of off-road adrenaline, you revealed this in time, if not, repairing an engine left without oil will not be cheap. Since 2010, this support has been reinforced on machines Russian assembly but heavy duty strength new part it’s still not enough and there is only one way out - a welding machine, a grinder and skillful hands.

Having lubricated the front cardan, you can go to distant distances on the SsangYong Rexton

When buying a used diesel SsangYong Rexton, it is worth remembering the high cost of repairs fuel system. System diesel engines common rail does not tolerate bad fuel, so we recommend refueling only at proven gas stations, change in time fuel filters. From low-quality diesel fuel, accelerated wear of the fuel pump can begin, and as a result, wear products will clog the nozzles. As a result, problems with starting the engine will begin, increased consumption fuel, black smoke and power loss.

The design of the motor is such that extracting the injectors without destroying them is unrealistic, requires special equipment, and is generally hardly possible outside the service station, which specializes specifically in repairing diesel engine fuel systems. All problems with the extraction of nozzles arise due to the small gap between the nozzle and the well of the cylinder head, in which corrosion quickly begins to flourish. If the previous owner is new car did not take care and did not apply a special high-temperature lubricant to the nozzles, then after 15 thousand kilometers you can forget about the problem-free extraction of the nozzles. Otherwise, the cost of repairing the fuel system can reach 150-170 thousand rubles.

For a long and happy life with SsangYong Rexton, even if not as the first owner, you will need attention to the car both at the stage of selection and during its subsequent operation. Gratitude on his part will be comfort on the roads in long trips, the opportunity to take on a picnic whatever you want. The cost of maintaining such a pet is very modest both in terms of fuel and spare parts, and it would be absolutely wonderful to have an entry in the TCP about 149 "horses" instead of 165 - not to understand the logic in the road tax legislation for a simple layman ...