Check the firewall for the code G80, that means there is a Limited Slip differential in there.
Pretty aluminum rims usually means 4.30 ring and pinion.
Isuzu tick will go away with the right oil.
Nice thing about the 96 is you get a couple more ponies than previous years.

Bad thing is that you have air bags. (who needs those anyway).
95.5-97 were kind of the weird model years. Just a few more quirks to deal with.

95 Rodeo LS, Auto, SAS, , 60 front, 14 bolt rear. 5.13 r&p, Hydro-Assist, teras..
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