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| 1994 Chrysler Concord - ABS, brake and traction control issues | 2/4/2010 |
Q: Roland, first let me thank you in advance for your help in answering this question. You helped me ...
A: On ABS and Trac Off lights could well be due to the wheel bearing on the right side being worn out. ...
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| '00 Stratus 2.5L V-6: idle problems | 2/4/2010 |
Q: Here I am again, asking you - the expert some more questions. I've fixed my past distributor problem ...
A: On the residual idle problem, have you tested the seams on the intake manifold for a possible leak ...
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| '96 Dodge minivan codes: 27 and 43 | 2/4/2010 |
Q: what does a 27 and a 43 code mean on a 1996 Dogde Grand Caravan??
A: The 27 code means that the current flowing in the circuit that pulses the fuel injectors is somehow ...
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| Alternator code 41:'93 V-6 | 2/3/2010 |
Q: I have a 93 Chrysler Le baron, 3.0 L V-6. My alternator quits after a few minutes. I have a fully ...
A: The title of the code is also "generator field not switching properly". It could be the generator ...
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| Water/Pump & Timing belt / finding top dead center: 3.2/3.5L | 2/3/2010 |
Q: I have to change my water pump and timing belt, I was told since I am changing the water pump to ...
A: I assume you have a 3.2 or 3.5L engine. The TDC position of cyl. 1 would be when your crankshaft ...
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| 2001 Sebring Window problem | 2/2/2010 |
Q: Roland, Excellent info....thanks!! I think we're on the right track here but I don't foresee being ...
A: The Cirrus/Status/Breeze models use a 20 Amp CB so normal draw should not blow it, but perhaps ...
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| '00 Stratus 2.5L V-6: idle problems | 2/2/2010 |
Q: Here I am again, asking you - the expert some more questions. I've fixed my past distributor problem ...
A: Good luck on the rest of the idling issue and please let me know if any specific action seemed to ...
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| 1995 Dodge Dakota: black smoke in exhaust | 2/2/2010 |
Q: My 1995 Dodge Dakota V6 is occasionally blowing black smoke from the exhaust and stalling. What ...
A: Black smoke is a mixture issue and probably the best way to find out why is to use the built-in ...
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| '01 Sebring: 40A PDC fuse #1 blows | 2/2/2010 |
Q: FYI: These are the fuse designations in this 2001 Sebring #01- 30a Blower Motor #02- 10a Headlight ...
A: The lock-out switch removes the power to operate the other three windows from those windows' local ...
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| loss of spark: '00 2.5L V-6 | 2/2/2010 |
Q: I have a 2000 sebring lxi. I had to change the thermostat and removed a plug wire to get to bottom ...
A: Fuse 5 in the power box under hood sends voltage to the coil primary on single dark green/orange ...
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| '08 Sebring: turn signals, wipers, high beams | 2/1/2010 |
Q: I have a 2008 Chrysler Sebring Touring, the other day my blinkers, brights and windshield wipers ...
A: I doubt it is a fuse because those circuits are typically wired through separate independent fuses. ...
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| '01 Town and C: cluster fails when using turn signals. | 2/1/2010 |
Q: We just purchased a Town and Country AWD from a distance, when we got in to drive it the problem ...
A: The turn signals circuits and power therefor all come out of the body control module so now that you ...
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| 1994 Chrysler Concord - ABS, brake and traction control issues | 2/1/2010 |
Q: Roland, first let me thank you in advance for your help in answering this question. You helped me ...
A: I hope to live up to it. It is difficult to say much about a brake behavior problem without ...
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| Analog/Digital Cluster switch;'94 LeBaron -- Part 2 | 2/1/2010 |
Q: i'm back sorry for other questions but the system said: "Too many follow-ups, please ask a new ...
A: Other than to verify the voltage supply and the ground, there is also a 'self-test' that begins: ...
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| '96 Sebring JXI: Theft Alarm disarm | 2/1/2010 |
Q: How do you do the bypass at the BCM as stated in a pervious qustion you answered? We are having the ...
A: There is a 20-pin black plug at the body control module which has 4 pins that carry wires that come ...
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| loss of spark: '00 2.5L V-6 | 2/1/2010 |
Q: I have a 2000 sebring lxi. I had to change the thermostat and removed a plug wire to get to bottom ...
A: Try using your ignition key:"on-off-on-off-on and leave on" doing that in 5 seconds or less elapsed ...
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| '95 Dodge Neon Speedometer inaccurate | 2/1/2010 |
Q: I have a 1995 Dodge Neon and it seems that everything on the dash right now works except that my ...
A: The '96 manual doesn't offer any calibration techniques. It simply says that logic built-in to the ...
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| how to disable alarm/no start: '96 LH body | 1/31/2010 |
Q: how can i disarm a 96 Chrysler LHS alarm just bought used it did not come with remote alarm and ...
A: I am glad to learn that you found the way to disarm it using the passenger side door. I suspect the ...
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| '96 Town and Country Tail Lights | 1/31/2010 |
Q: Roland. We have a 1996 Town and Country LXi and the driver's side tail lights are giving us fits. ...
A: The bulb holders in the rear assembly were problemmatic in these years. I would suspect there is a ...
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| how to disable alarm: '96 LH body | 1/31/2010 |
Q: how can i disarm a 96 Chrysler LHS alarm just bought used it did not come with remote alarm and ...
A: The alarm theft security system I believe is part of the body control module so it can't be ...
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| '95 Sebring: battery power absent, totally | 1/31/2010 |
Q: I tried to start my car and it had dead battery so I charged it up and changed the batt cable ends ...
A: If you are measuring 'power' at the fusible links but with the test meter's (-) probe on the battery ...
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| Radiator or Cooling Fan Keeps Running | 1/31/2010 |
Q: I have a 2005 Chrysler Sebring Sedan 2.7 liter. When I turn off the car I can hear the fan still ...
A: Did you try to remove fuse #12 from the box under the hood? If you didn't try that, then do so now. ...
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| Radiator or Cooling Fan Keeps Running | 1/30/2010 |
Q: I have a 2005 Chrysler Sebring Sedan 2.7 liter. When I turn off the car I can hear the fan still ...
A: If you removed fuse #12 in the box under the hood that would have to kill the power to the radiator ...
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| rear brake rotor removal/bind-up of rotor: minivan | 1/30/2010 |
Q: The rear rotor is somewhat loose on this 2005 town and country. we beat on the hub to loosen it and ...
A: I believe that you will find there to be star wheel adjuster for the parking brake shoes, just like ...
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| Memory seat module: repair of internal open | 1/30/2010 |
Q: The front seats stopped working in my Daughters 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. I took the seat out and ...
A: That may be a safety interlock that is called into play when the seat is moved to the extreme ends ...
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| '96 minivan; 3.8L cam/crank sensors | 1/30/2010 |
Q: OK Roland my engine is a 3.8, so here is whats happening now my husband up plugged something don't ...
A: The cam sensor is on the front of the engine, inserted into the chain case cover near the thermostat ...
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| '96 minivan won't stay running | 1/30/2010 |
Q: OK Roland my engine is a 3.8, so here is whats happening now my husband up plugged something don't ...
A: I can only suggest that the cam or crank sensor may be breaking down when it heats up, then recovers ...
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| Chrysler minivan wont stay running | 1/30/2010 |
Q: Hey Roland I have asked Kevin a question about my 96 Chrysler town and Country, the original ...
A: On the code issue, you have tried to use the ignition key "on-off-on-off-on and leave on" doing that ...
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| Analog/Digital Cluster switch;'94 LeBaron -- Part 2 | 1/30/2010 |
Q: i'm back sorry for other questions but the system said: "Too many follow-ups, please ask a new ...
A: It appears that the check engine light (G3, Black/pink on the mechanical red, pin 11) is digitized ...
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| Analog/Digital Cluster switch;'94 LeBaron -- Part 2 | 1/29/2010 |
Q: i'm back sorry for other questions but the system said: "Too many follow-ups, please ask a new ...
A: That is interesting, only 15 wires. That is in between the number for the '94 (7 wires) the '93 (21 ...
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| Heater Fan stopped:'97 minivan | 1/29/2010 |
Q: Within the past week my fan for the heater only worked sporadically, now its not blowing at all. I ...
A: Yours is the third question today about the blower. Did the blower work at all, like on high speed, ...
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| ERROR CODE P0300 | 1/29/2010 |
Q: CHRYSLER 300M (2004). The car stop working so I took it to the agency, spent three weeks in repair ...
A: Can you tell me from the service receipt of that recent work what they said they did? The 0300 ...
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| '98 cirrus- heater fan just stopped working | 1/29/2010 |
Q: how do i fix my heater fan in my 1998 chrysler cirrus lxi. i dont want to take it the shop unless i ...
A: Does the blower work at all, like on high speed? If not, then start by checking the fuse #1, 30 amp, ...
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| '98 concorde:blower motor stopped | 1/29/2010 |
Q: fan blower motor ran on full speed, then stopped running at all, can you help me with this?
A: If the first problem was that the blower would not run on any speed other than high, that would ...
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| brake line repair/replacement | 1/29/2010 |
Q: Roland, the brake line at the rear right side going to the master cyl. has a bad spot (rust pin ...
A: I will see if there is one shown in the manual for '91 but I doubt it. The best bet would be to go ...
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| brake lines | 1/29/2010 |
Q: Roland, the brake line at the rear right side going to the master cyl. has a bad spot (rust pin ...
A: I would prefer to replace the line entirely to assure a solid line with no splices which might leak. ...
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| 1999 Ram 1500 4x4 Sport 318 | 1/28/2010 |
Q: my truck sat untouched for two years. It ran perfect when I stored it....my oil pressure drops from ...
A: I wonder if the oil pressure gauge or the wiring to it may be fouled up. Why not actually use a ...
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| Cruise control and airbag light | 1/28/2010 |
Q: I have a 96 cry concorde i replaced the rack and pinion but not the airbag light is on and the ...
A: I checked the wiring diagrams for those two systems in my '98 manual which I believe is accurate for ...
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| Dash lights stay on? | 1/28/2010 |
Q: Roland, I've got a 91 Imperial. The battery keeps going dead.I've found that after the car is shut ...
A: I assume this is a front wheel drive model, correct? I looked at the wiring diagrams and find that ...
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| '01 Sebring: 40A PDC fuse #1 blows | 1/28/2010 |
Q: FYI: These are the fuse designations in this 2001 Sebring #01- 30a Blower Motor #02- 10a Headlight ...
A: That is great progress to isolate the issue down to the CB2. The current draw by the power windows ...
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| '00 minivan engine died | 1/28/2010 |
Q: I was driving and my engine just shut off i still had power it just started coasting and came to a ...
A: That is a possibility, so look inside the engine compartment to see if any wires are ...
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| '00 minivan engine died | 1/28/2010 |
Q: I was driving and my engine just shut off i still had power it just started coasting and came to a ...
A: I wonder about the battery + post being too hot to touch, that sounds like a short circuit. Try ...
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| 2.5L V-6: oil pressure warning light 'on' at idle | 1/28/2010 |
Q: I have just bought a Chrysler Cirrus LXI 2000 , 2.5 V6 engine, 100K km and it seems that I have a ...
A: As an engine wears the resistance to oil flow in tight spaces reduces so it moves through them more ...
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| Chrysler Town&Country instrument light | 1/28/2010 |
Q: 2003 Chrysler Town and County LXi has one light out on the climate control section of the instrument ...
A: The manual recommends disconnecting the battery, but that also causes some resets that are a hassle ...
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| '96 Concorde: no idle | 1/27/2010 |
Q: i took the battery out to use in a car to start it then 3 hours later i put it back in the ...
A: Did you try for fault codes using the ignition key?:"on-off-on-off-on and leave on" doing that in 5 ...
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| '95 LeBaron:no turn signal/no flasher | 1/27/2010 |
Q: Turn signals quit working. Bought a $49.00 flasher from Chrysler dealership. Not the problem. And ...
A: Start by checking the fuse between pins 36 and 37 in the power box under the hood near the left ...
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| '97 Concorde EGR: codes 0401,0403 | 1/27/2010 |
Q: I replaced the egr system on my 97 concorde after getting P0401%26403 codes. electric is fine- no ...
A: On your EGR problems: when you say no shorts did you check all 5 wires to the solenoid assembly from ...
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| 1997 Sebring: code 0455 | 1/27/2010 |
Q: Where is the pcv valve located? Is there a way to check it? ANSWER: Hi Joe, It is located on the ...
A: The entire vapor collection system needs to be checked to find a larger size leak. That includes the ...
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| '01 Town and C: cluster fails when using turn signals. | 1/27/2010 |
Q: We just purchased a Town and Country AWD from a distance, when we got in to drive it the problem ...
A: There is one fuse that supplies power to operate the cluster, #24 (20 amp)in the box under the hood ...
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| '96 Chrysler Sebring 2 Door Coupe:starter? | 1/26/2010 |
Q: Hey Roland. I've noticed you've had similar questions but i never stumbled across the same model ...
A: If by 'a whinning noise' you mean the whirring sound of the starter motor but without the sound of ...
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| 3.5L valve cover gasket remove and replace | 1/26/2010 |
Q: What is the procedure for replacing valve cover gaskets on a 1997 Chrysler Concorde 3.5L? Thanks
A: To replace the gaskets you also need to remove the upper part of the intake manifold. That is a ...
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| ' 98 Cirrus trans in limp mode | 1/26/2010 |
Q: I have a 1998 cirrus and transmition won’t shift out of limp mode, ran a snap on scan tool and got ...
A: Pin 15 of the tcm is attached to the front pin of three in a row at the relay, 16 and 17 are ...
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| Turn signal indicator malfunction:'00 minivan | 1/25/2010 |
Q: My 2000 town and county was serviced recently and a rear left bulb was replaced. Now my left signal ...
A: You didn't mention what led you to replace the left bulb, originally. Was it just not working or was ...
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| ' 98 Cirrus trans in limp mode | 1/25/2010 |
Q: I have a 1998 cirrus and transmition won’t shift out of limp mode, ran a snap on scan tool and got ...
A: I would check out the following: Fuse 3 in the power box under the hood (20 amp) Fuse 11 in the fuse ...
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| 99 chrysler lhs lights flickering/power loss/battery discharged | 1/25/2010 |
Q: i have a 1999 Chrysler IHS v6 3.5 high out put motor and while driving it home all my lights in the ...
A: It could be one of several possibilities: The battery could have developed a defective cell or ...
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| LOUD TICKING/HOLLOW NOISE ON COLD START | 1/25/2010 |
Q: I have a 2000 Chrysler I'M with just over 100,000 miles on it. I'm hearing 2 different noises when ...
A: On the ticking sound, that is probably the sound of several hydraulic valve tappet/lash adjusters ...
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| '02 Dakota 3.9: fuel pressure problem | 1/25/2010 |
Q: I have a '02 Dakota Quad Cab 4X4. Parked it on the weekend running fine. Two days later won't start. ...
A: My guess is that the 'whack' would be more effective if it didn't want to run at all, rather than ...
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| '02 Dakota 3.9 No Spark | 1/25/2010 |
Q: I have a '02 Dakota Quad Cab 4X4. Parked it on the weekend running fine. Two days later won't start. ...
A: The pressure regulator might also be the cause of too low pressure, but I can't suggest how to ...
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| '99 mininvan: power window fused links and vent window | 1/25/2010 |
Q: Kevin, i have a 1999 Town and country LXI minivan. The front passenger window and the rear passenger ...
A: The power windows use 'positive temperature coefficient (9 amp) devices" located in slots 8 and 9 of ...
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| '00 Stratus 2.5L V-6: idle problems | 1/25/2010 |
Q: Here I am again, asking you - the expert some more questions. I've fixed my past distributor problem ...
A: The three codes suggest a problem with the 5V supply being intermittent or shorted intermittently. ...
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| 1999 intrepid multiple cylinder misfire | 1/24/2010 |
Q: Hey Roland, so 3 months ago i started noticing small jerks in my car while driving or accelerating. ...
A: On the 0118, that is saying that the circuit for the engine coolant temperature sensor doesn't make ...
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| battery replacement 2000 chysler LHS | 1/24/2010 |
Q: However I cant seem to get the air cleaner housing off, please advise?
A: Remove the cleaner housing cover and the air filter Remove the clamp that holds the intake air duct ...
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| '93 LH Concorde fuel supply problem | 1/24/2010 |
Q: sprayed ether into the manifold and the car started. how do I check the fuel filter and if its not ...
A: The fuel filter is on the frame rail in front of the tank. You will need to disconnect the quick ...
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| 2001 Chrysler Town & Country - power windows | 1/24/2010 |
Q: I have a 2001 Chrysler Town & Country. We were moving from Alabama to Ohio and everything was going ...
A: There is a 25 amp power window circuit breaker in-line with fuse 28 (40 amp) which may have thrown ...
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| No RPM signal: Diesel 2.5L | 1/24/2010 |
Q: i have a Chrysler grand voyager 2.5 td T reg manual. Ive had a new crank shaft sensor fitted but ...
A: The crank sensor is what provides the rpm signal, along with the 'OK' to power the fuel pump and ...
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| 97 lhs pcm: no start | 1/24/2010 |
Q: Hey Roland! Well after getting my hands on the Haynes book, I went through and continued checking ...
A: I am unaware of any specific reasons why PCM would fail, other than overheat or over-voltage. Also ...
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| Analog/Digital Cluster switch;'94 LeBaron | 1/24/2010 |
Q: Roland, i've a Lebaron coupe (phantom in mexico) with analogic cluster, now i'm trying to install a ...
A: I got your address, thank you. I have looked further into the question of the body computer wiring ...
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| Analog/Digital Cluster switch;'94 LeBaron | 1/23/2010 |
Q: Roland, i've a Lebaron coupe (phantom in mexico) with analogic cluster, now i'm trying to install a ...
A: I assume that the phantom R/T is the J-body coupe that was sold in the US from '87 to '93, correct? ...
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| Valve Timing "noise": 2.7L engine | 1/23/2010 |
Q: I have just finished rebuilding a 2.7 Chrysler Sebring engine (bottom and top) I am getting ready to ...
A: My thought would be to take a look at the timing chain marks on the cam sprockets and the crank ...
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| voyager '04 2.8 diesel lx: trans code 0732 | 1/23/2010 |
Q: i have just fitted recon gearbox.after start up and selected drive no response.its the same in all ...
A: I am unfamiliar with "atf-G" but if it is not eqivalent to ATF+4 or is not listed in your owners ...
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| engine shut down: '01 minivan | 1/22/2010 |
Q: my chrysler grand voyager automatic 3.3 2001 won't start,there is no power at all no lights no ...
A: Take a look at fuse #23 (10 amp) in the box in the engine compartment on the left inner fender. If ...
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| 1985 Lebaron 2.2 Turbo power loss | 1/22/2010 |
Q: This car runs fine in every way except...At medium or full throttle the engine cuts out and begins ...
A: The oxygen sensor code is generally not related to a 54 code, particularly if it comes up after you ...
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| 1985 Lebaron 2.2 Turbo power loss | 1/22/2010 |
Q: This car runs fine in every way except...At medium or full throttle the engine cuts out and begins ...
A: I have not had personal experience with the Turbo. When you say you have connected a scan tool did ...
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| heater blower not working:'04 Sebring | 1/22/2010 |
Q: My blower for the heater simply stopped. I checked the 30A interior fuse and it seemed ok. I then ...
A: Unless by chance a 40 amp fuse in the power distribution box under hood blew, then it pretty much ...
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| '89 2.5L 4cyl idle speed too high | 1/21/2010 |
Q: "I have a dodge daytona 1989 turbo 2.5. the speed idle sensor not work. when I star the car, the ...
A: Now that you have shown that the continuity is there on all 4 wires, I would believe that the motor ...
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| '00 Concorde transmission problem? | 1/21/2010 |
Q: I recently had an oil change and the mechanic said my transmission pan was leaking. I watched for ...
A: If there is something significantly different it may have been recognized as a 'fault' by the ...
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| '01 Sebring: 40A PDC fuse #1 blows | 1/21/2010 |
Q: FYI: These are the fuse designations in this 2001 Sebring #01- 30a Blower Motor #02- 10a Headlight ...
A: The assignment listing is identical...the listed 'purposes' are just incomplete. I am suggesting ...
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| '04 Sebring LXi: ignition switch 'dead' | 1/21/2010 |
Q: When I turn the key the car does not turn on. There is no clicking or cranking of the motor. It ...
A: Take a look in the power distribution box under the hood (fuses and relays, located on the driver ...
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| '01 Sebring : Fuse 1 in PDC (40 amp) blows | 1/21/2010 |
Q: 4Door Sedan/4cyl DOHC. 40a "Ignition Switch" fuse (underhood) blows on startup. Symptoms were ...
A: I am working with an '03 factory manual for the Sebring sedan which I have reason to believe ...
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| 1999 Sebring 2.5L P0700/P0750/P1782 | 1/21/2010 |
Q: In addition to the codes in the subject line, I have faulty instrument cluster display of shift ...
A: I responded to your situation on 1/21 a day after you submitted this similar report and question to ...
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| 1999 Sebring 2.5L P0700/P0750 | 1/21/2010 |
Q: I'm at a loss on where to continue in my diagnostics. I've seen codes of P1782 intermittent, P0750 ...
A: I have to admit that I can't follow exactly what you are reporting to me. What does 'b/w' mean? Do I ...
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| 2001 Sebring "Ignition Switch" fuse | 1/21/2010 |
Q: 4Door Sedan/4cyl DOHC. 40a "Ignition Switch" fuse (underhood) blows on startup. Symptoms were ...
A: I infer that this is fuse #1 in that box (front row, outside-most). The fuse feeds 4 fuses hidden ...
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| low oil temp on Chrysler Voyager | 1/20/2010 |
Q: I have a Chrysler Voyager 1997 2.0SE. Currently have a problem with the oil temp gauge not rising at ...
A: I am not familiar with that engine, is it a diesel? In any case, my question would be do you mean ...
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| 01 Eclipse Random Misfire | 1/20/2010 |
Q: I have a 2001 Eclipse Spyder Gt 3.0 24 valve, 105,000 miles. It has a nasty misfire and idles ...
A: I wonder about the engine coolant temp sensor might be not accurate. Does it read around 1,000 ohm ...
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| 2001 Chrysler Town and Country Van dying while driving | 1/20/2010 |
Q: I have a 2001 Chrysler Town and Country Van (Limited) 3.8 L engine. Last Sunday I was driving to a ...
A: I wonder if one of your engine rotational sensors is going bad (camshaft or crankshaft) but not so ...
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| 2005 T & C Van: Cluster gauges in-operative/warning lights "on" | 1/20/2010 |
Q: I have spoken to you prior to this email regarding all warning lights on and gauges inoperable. You ...
A: Those basically are telling you that none of the digital information about the abs system, body ...
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| Follow - up (1999 Chrysler 300m - no spark) | 1/20/2010 |
Q: Kevin, Please see the last portions of our ongoing coorrespondence regarding my 1999 300m. i had ...
A: I am coming 'in' on this problem late because I just found the question in the 'pool' to which it ...
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| 96 cirrus transmission | 1/20/2010 |
Q: I have a 96 Chrysler Cirrus 2.5 with the auto o/d tranny. The situation is that when I leave the ...
A: Let me suggest another way to start on the fault code search: turn the ignition key ...
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| 97 Sebring Convertable 2.5L no start has fuel and spark | 1/20/2010 |
Q: I have a sebring with a no start condition. It is getting fuel and spark. My solus say that the ...
A: I would suggest that you take a look at the egr valve to see if it might be stuck ajar which make ...
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| '96 Neon speedometer issue | 1/19/2010 |
Q: my 96 neon is having issues with the speedometer. It works most of the time but has been getting ...
A: The speedo signal comes on pin 10 of the plug that is closer to the middle of the car which has a ...
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| '05 T&C: dash/gauges problem | 1/19/2010 |
Q: my 2005 town and country touring abs brake trac light came on would not go out i was told it was the ...
A: That isn't a 4-digit number. Was that exactly what it said in the odometer window? By the way, did ...
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| 1996 Neon 2.0L: no radiator fans | 1/19/2010 |
Q: Did as you suggested & found that it was the crank sensor that shut down after the engine warmed up. ...
A: Without a circuit diagram I am at a loss as to which wire does what. But you need to have one wire ...
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| '05 T&C: dash/gauges problem | 1/19/2010 |
Q: my 2005 town and country touring abs brake trac light came on would not go out i was told it was the ...
A: Because the issue centers on the instrument cluster may I suggest that you first do a 'self-test' on ...
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| 97 lhs: no start, crank sensor wiring | 1/19/2010 |
Q: Well I changed out the throttle position sensor, no help, checked camshaft position sensor, voltage ...
A: I believe that your '97 has 2 plugs at the pcm. If so, the wire color and pins are: 8V supply ...
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| '05 T&C: dash/gauges problem | 1/19/2010 |
Q: my 2005 town and country touring abs brake trac light came on would not go out i was told it was the ...
A: I am having trouble understanding what was changes and what specifically in 'on' when it shouldn't ...
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| code p1297: 2.5L Sebring '99 MAP | 1/18/2010 |
Q: i have a 1999 sebring lxi 2.5. took it in to get checked told me what code was and said it was ...
A: The 5V supply is from pin 61 of the pcm on a violet/white wire to pin 2 of the map plug. That same ...
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| 1996 Neon 2.0L: no radiator fans | 1/18/2010 |
Q: Did as you suggested & found that it was the crank sensor that shut down after the engine warmed up. ...
A: My '97 manual shows a solid-state relay for the fans, which should turn them on when you ground pin ...
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| voyager '04 2.8 diesel lx: trans code 0732 | 1/18/2010 |
Q: i have just fitted recon gearbox.after start up and selected drive no response.its the same in all ...
A: I wonder about whether you might not have added sufficient fluid to get it to the 'full' line. Only ...
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| '89 2.5L 4 cyl.engine: no start | 1/18/2010 |
Q: "when I try to start the engine of the car, it spins but does not ignite. I have found that gasoline ...
A: Did you try to use your ignition key to get a fault code readout? That is the best way to make ...
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| '89 2.5L 4cyl idle speed too high | 1/18/2010 |
Q: "I have a dodge daytona 1989 turbo 2.5. the speed idle sensor not work. when I star the car, the ...
A: Perhaps you mean the 'automatic idle speed motor' rather than the 'sensor'? It is located on the ...
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| Grand Voyager 3.3L:loss of power when climbing | 1/17/2010 |
Q: 1997 grand voyager 3.3L - Recently on a long hot summer trip, under full load of passengers and ...
A: Those codes are not helpful to the issue. The 12 just means the battery was disconnected recently ...
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| 1993 Chrysler Concorde 3.3: stalls/shakes | 1/17/2010 |
Q: When driving at @ amphora, in D, RPM 1000 -1500, strong vibration starts. Feels like from ...
A: The 55 code means there are no engine faults...it says simply 'end of readout'. So the problem may ...
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| 1993 Chrysler Concorde 3.3 | 1/17/2010 |
Q: When driving at @ amphora, in D, RPM 1000 -1500, strong vibration starts. Feels like from ...
A: I need to separate the engine from the drivetrain, if possible, as to where the issue is. Use your ...
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| Instrument cluster bulb replacement on '04 PT Cruiser | 1/17/2010 |
Q: I am needing to replace a bulb or two in my instrument cluster. My question is, do I just pull out ...
A: I have the '02 manual and if you haven't already completed the job I can xerox copy and postal mail ...
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| '90 2.5L 4 cyl. heater problem | 1/16/2010 |
Q: just thought I'd give you a few updates on my lack of heat situation. I had a mechanic check it out ...
A: You would remove the 2 heater hoses where they attach to the engine, and use an adaptor for a garden ...
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| 88 new yorker digital dash | 1/16/2010 |
Q: i have an 88 landau,and the digital dash completely lost power,along with the overhead console,and ...
A: Fuse #8 is powered out of the ignition switch in the 'run and the start' positions, on a dark blue ...
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| No starter action, radio, wipers: '03 Stratus | 1/16/2010 |
Q: 2003 Dodge Stratus 2.7 V6 Put new CD player about a week ago. Everything fine. Shut off now it ...
A: Fuse #8 (20 Amp) in the power distribution center in the engine compartment not only provides power ...
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| 1992 New Yorker fuel pump | 1/16/2010 |
Q: Is there a panel in the trunk of the car to get to the fuel pump? I need to replace it.
A: On the '92 and earlier there is no panel for that purpose, you have to drop the tank down to get ...
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| Cradle bushing removal and replacement: LH-car | 1/16/2010 |
Q: Kevin: I need the procedures for removal and replacement of the two forward cradle to body isolator ...
A: I found your question in the 'pool' to which it had been referred by Kevin. The two manuals I have ...
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| 88 new yorker digital dash | 1/16/2010 |
Q: i have an 88 landau,and the digital dash completely lost power,along with the overhead console,and ...
A: According to the manual, the power door lock system runs on the circuit breaker in fuse box position ...
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| 1995 Plymouth Grand Voyager: flaky cluster | 1/15/2010 |
Q: My instrument panel on my 95 Voyager (mph, gas, temp, etc) used to flicker off and then come back on ...
A: I would start with the cluster proper. I know that there were problems with the solder joints ...
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| 97 Dodge Dakoda 3.9L p1391 Nightmare | 1/15/2010 |
Q: "My father and I bought this truck, a 1997 Dodge Dakota 3.9 V6, as a repo. Initially my father ...
A: If the 1391 code persists, comes back after you have erased it by disconnecting the battery briefly, ...
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| 1996 Plymouth Neon 2.0L SOHC:shut down when warm | 1/15/2010 |
Q: Car starts good, runs for about 12 minutes or to operating temperature then sputters & dies. Have ...
A: Two possibilities come to my mind: The coil pack could be failing when heated relative to the 1,4 ...
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| Chrysler Concord parking light replacement | 1/15/2010 |
Q: "I need to replace the right front parking / fog light (not just bulb) on my 1999 Chrysler Concord ...
A: Apparently to replace the fixture the best way to get at it is to remove the headlamp housing. Once ...
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| Thermostat replacement: 2.5L V-6 | 1/15/2010 |
Q: Is it difficult to replace a thermostat on a 1998 sebring convertible? and how is it done?
A: It is quite easy. You drain off enough fluid and collect it for reuse from the radiator drain cock ...
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| '00 Dodge Caravan Transmisiion | 1/15/2010 |
Q: 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan with 3.3 engine and 185000 miles. Transmission rebuilt at 140000 miles 3.5 ...
A: I don't like throwing parts at a problem so lets check the wiring first: solenoid pressure ...
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| Concorde Fuel Pressure | 1/14/2010 |
Q: i´m back here, i´m from MExico, my overheating problem was succesfully corrected by adding coolant ...
A: Could you tell me what is the year/engine? We need to get the fault codes, if any, to diagnose the ...
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| 2001 Sebring 4 door transmission | 1/14/2010 |
Q: I just started having problems with what I would call a hard downshift at 25-26 mph when braking ...
A: The first thing to do is get a fault code readout via the socket under the dash near the steering ...
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| 1996 Plymouth Neon 2.0L SOHC:shut down when warm | 1/14/2010 |
Q: Car starts good, runs for about 12 minutes or to operating temperature then sputters & dies. Have ...
A: I suspect the 35/1491 code is a diversion from the real problem. In the absence of any other codes ...
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| Remote key fob: programming a new fob | 1/14/2010 |
Q: Found an answer you gave someone else about a key fob. My 2000 Chrysler minivan remote broke - ...
A: As I understand the system, according to the shop manuals, to program a new key yourself, you have ...
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| Chrysler 300 electric seat for/aft motion | 1/13/2010 |
Q: I have a 2007 chr 300 and when the driver seat was adjusted just the left side would move. I looked ...
A: The seat has two underlying structures, the lower is for fore/aft motion, the upper for the balance ...
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| 97 lhs: no start, code 0120 | 1/13/2010 |
Q: Hey again. Ok today I went out, and it started, but I had to pump the gas,and really try to get it ...
A: The name implies a problem with the TPS or its circuit. It is mounted on the throttle body, on the ...
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| 2004 Sebring Conv,: Heated Seat no work | 1/13/2010 |
Q: I have a 2004 Sebring Convertible Limited. Recently the Drivers heated seat is no longer heating. ...
A: The first thing to check is the output of the control switch to verify that it is passing 12v on to ...
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| alternator: 2.5 V-6 | 1/13/2010 |
Q: whats the best way to remove an alternator 1997 2.5 liter chrysler seabring
A: After disconnecting the - clamp from the battery, remove the other plugs/attachments from the ...
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| Grand Voyager 3.3L:loss of power when climbing | 1/13/2010 |
Q: 1997 grand voyager 3.3L - Recently on a long hot summer trip, under full load of passengers and ...
A: It could be an issue with one of the engine control sensors or it might be a 'breathing' problem or ...
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| '94 LH car rear suspension 'loose'/uncontrolled | 1/13/2010 |
Q: my chysler new yorker 1994 my back of my car swings like it trys to go its own way
A: Each rear wheels is independently attached to the chassis, just like the front suspension. It sounds ...
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| Fuel Leaking When I Fuel Up: '02 minivan | 1/12/2010 |
Q: Every time I put fuel in my 2002 Chrysler T&C,fuel runs out directly under the filler neck.Do you ...
A: According to the '02 manual if the fuel is "spit out of filler tube", this can happen either during ...
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| dodge dynasty 1992: starter just spins? | 1/12/2010 |
Q: placed key in the ignition, the lights and everything come on but the key just spins. the vehicle ...
A: By the "key just spins" do you mean the key, or do you mean the starter motor? If you mean that you ...
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| '97 lhs: no start, blower runs all the time | 1/12/2010 |
Q: and thank you for your patience. So I went out today, car started, turned it off, would not restart. ...
A: On the blower fan being uncontrollable, I will assume that you have the automatic temp control unit, ...
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| '85 fifth ave: starter motor | 1/12/2010 |
Q: can you tell me where the starter is located in an 85 fifth ave. i think it is on the right side of ...
A: If you have the 318 V-8 or the 225-6 than you are correct that it is on the right as looking from ...
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| Town & Country 2006: Theft module/RKE problem | 1/12/2010 |
Q: We have a 2006 Town & Country Touring LE. Recently both keys on the van stopped unlocking the ...
A: I would say that the dealer owes you some restitution on the first visit where-in they told you the ...
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| Climate control: '05 Sebring | 1/12/2010 |
Q: My g/f has an 05 Sebring convertible *limited (I think. The AC works, as in blows cold or hot. The ...
A: The heat/ac 'climate control' system has some self-diagnostic capability that will tell you possibly ...
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| 1996 Plymouth Neon 2.0L SOHC:shut down when warm | 1/12/2010 |
Q: Car starts good, runs for about 12 minutes or to operating temperature then sputters & dies. Have ...
A: Because it is a '96 it should still have fault code readout via the ignition key:"on-off-on-off-on ...
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| '04 Pacifica: Rear DVD Headphones | 1/12/2010 |
Q: I bought a used Pacifica with the rear DVD, but it had no headphones. I purchased a set through ...
A: The shop manual didn't discuss the headphone feature. I looked at the wiring diagrams and find that ...
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| jerking/cutting out, 2000 T&C | 1/12/2010 |
Q: my T&C is cutting out like something is killing the spark, briefly and repeatedly. also if you are ...
A: What you tried to do by self-diagnosing was actually a test of the cluster itself. The 999 means ...
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| '02 dodge intrepid: stalls | 1/11/2010 |
Q: What cause a car to shut off while driving and when u bleed the fuel line its full of air?
A: Will the engine start now? If so, measure the fuel pressure with a gauge, it should be around 50 ...
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| '04 Town and Country: no start/no starter | 1/11/2010 |
Q: My problem started with the heater blowing cold air all of a sudden. The temperature hand went to C ...
A: What engine size do you have? I ask because I don't believe any engine in '04 had a distributor, ...
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| 1998 intrepid: ABS warning lights 'on' | 1/11/2010 |
Q: I changed the power steering pressure hose and the harmonic balancer an my intrepid and immediatelly ...
A: I don't find a relationship between the work you did and the warning lights for the ABS system. My ...
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| 97 lhs | 1/11/2010 |
Q: Yeah tried the fuse, even put new one in just to be sure. In the same row, third from the other end ...
A: It isn't clear to me but if you are saying the fuse isn't hot, then yes, the ignition switch is ...
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| 97 lhs: no start | 1/11/2010 |
Q: Think it must be different, I have a blue and white wire going to pin 3 Answer: Please check that ...
A: The blue/white that powers the pcm is on pin 20 of the black plug, which is the end of a row but I ...
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| 97 lhs: no start | 1/11/2010 |
Q: Think it must be different, I have a blue and white wire going to pin 3 Answer: Please check that ...
A: Well then the check engine light should work, and if not then maybe it is burned out? We need it to ...
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| 97 lhs | 1/11/2010 |
Q: 97 lhs no startSubject: 97 lhs: won't start, no check engine lightHi Roland, Just like to say, your ...
A: I just can't find any 60-pin pcm plugs in that time frame that has white/red or red/white on 11 and ...
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| '90 2.5L 4cyl (non-turbo): unstable cooling system | 1/11/2010 |
Q: it's me scott, with the '90 lebaron conv that has no heat. As you know sir, I changed the thermostat ...
A: Sorry for the mis-identification of which engine you have. To begin I have found your original ...
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| Voyager steering problem | 1/11/2010 |
Q: When the car has been standing for a a few hours or over night the steering wheel is really hard to ...
A: The possible causes are: low power steering fluid, loose power steering drive belt, lack of ...
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| Rear Defroster on Cirrus | 1/11/2010 |
Q: I have a 1998 Chrysler Cirrus and the rear defroster keeps clicking off and on every few seconds to ...
A: I would look at fuse #12 in the powerbox under the hood near the battery (40 amp) (front row of 3 ...
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| 97 lhs no start | 1/10/2010 |
Q: 97 lhs no startSubject: 97 lhs: won't start, no check engine lightHi Roland, Just like to say, your ...
A: Please check that again. If you have the 60-pin plug I show a red/white on pin 3 and a dark ...
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| 97 lhs no start | 1/10/2010 |
Q: Subject: 97 lhs: won't start, no check engine lightHi Roland, Just like to say, your wisdom has ...
A: Let me clarify the pcm plug situation. I am using the '94 manual which has a single 60-pin plug at ...
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| 97t&c no start (no spark) | 1/10/2010 |
Q: i am working on a 97 chrysler town & country that will not run (start). it is a friend of mine and ...
A: That 10V seems low for any quality of spark but of course while cranking that may be the net output ...
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| 97t&c no start (no spark) | 1/10/2010 |
Q: i am working on a 97 chrysler town & country that will not run (start). it is a friend of mine and ...
A: When you say that you "have fuel" I assume that you mean fuel pump action. But how about injectors? ...
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| '90 2.5L non-turbo: cooling system unstable temp | 1/9/2010 |
Q: it's me scott, with the '90 lebaron conv that has no heat. As you know sir, I changed the thermostat ...
A: The oscillation is normal if it runs from about 1/4-3/4 of scale; that is the action of the ...
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| Code 22, code 41 no start cond. Battery dead | 1/9/2010 |
Q: I have a Chrysler Le Baron 93 V6 3.0 liter engine. We have spoken about this before however I am ...
A: The question in my mind is whether the 22 code (or did you mean 42 in the subject line?) for the ...
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| 1997 Sebring trans 2.5L: code 0732 | 1/9/2010 |
Q: Roland, Thanks for being available. I have a 1997 Sebring Convertible w/ 2.5 liter V6 @ 168,000 ...
A: The 0700 is a generic code that simply alerts you to look for a specific trans code, in this case ...
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| 97 lhs pcm | 1/9/2010 |
Q: Roland Finston Subject: 97 lhs: won't start, no check engine lightHi Roland, Just like to say, ...
A: Viewed from the terminal side of the plug, with short tab up, 1-20 are the top row. L to R. There ...
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| PT cruiser - head replacement | 1/9/2010 |
Q: We recently found the head on our 2001 PT cruiser was warped and needed to be replaced. Upon ...
A: While I don't have any history of this change, I would imagine that if the headgaskets are different ...
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| Dodge Caravan Transmisiion | 1/9/2010 |
Q: 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan with 3.3 engine and 185000 miles. Transmission rebuilt at 140000 miles 3.5 ...
A: I answered this same question on 1/04/10 as follows: The 0720 has to do with the output speed ...
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| Speed meter wont work | 1/9/2010 |
Q: I have a chrysler concord 1995 (3.3) the speed meter is not working at all other gauges working ...
A: If you have replaced the output speed sensor and the transmission seems to be functioning properly, ...
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| sporadic miss/limp-in mode | 1/9/2010 |
Q: between 45 and 50 mph you feel a miss sometimes regular miss sometimes and irregular miss seems ...
A: A single cylinder miss, because you have localized, is likely due to a spark plug wire whose ...
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| loss of power | 1/8/2010 |
Q: Roland when driving at beltway speed 55-65 it will loose power and i have to pill off the road and ...
A: Try for fault codes:"on-off-on-off-on and leave on" using the ignition key and doing that in 5 ...
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| 1997 Sebring trans 2.5L | 1/8/2010 |
Q: Roland, Thanks for being available. I have a 1997 Sebring Convertible w/ 2.5 liter V6 @ 168,000 ...
A: I would try to get a code readout of the transmission controller via the plug under the dash near ...
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| 97 lhs: won't start, no check engine light | 1/8/2010 |
Q: Just like to say, your wisdom has helped me through most every problem I have had with this car! ...
A: How about the other fuse and also check for voltage at pins 3 (all the time), and 9 when the key is ...
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| 97 lhs: won't start, no check engine light | 1/8/2010 |
Q: Just like to say, your wisdom has helped me through most every problem I have had with this car! ...
A: The code 12 and the lack of a check engine light leads me to suspect that one or the other of the ...
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| starter motor won't turnover the engine/whining only | 1/8/2010 |
Q: Chrysler 300 won't start just whining when turning key
A: I assume that the whining sound is coming from the starter motor area of the engine. I am thinking ...
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| bettery warmer plug-in | 1/7/2010 |
Q: Does a 1999 dodge caravan have a plug in for the battery. It is -40 windchill tonight and I am ...
A: I don't see any mention of such a 'heater' in either the '98 or the '02 manual so I suspect not. ...
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| '91 Plymouth voyager:cluster/ignition gremlins | 1/7/2010 |
Q: 5l with 245 mi.The gauges stopped working,even the odometer.Sometimes all of the warning lights(low ...
A: The grounds on the instrument panel are a possibility. The manual show 2 pages about them. The ...
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| starting issues: cold weather | 1/7/2010 |
Q: its bitter cold i turned my car off then went to sart it and it just makes a clicking noise can u ...
A: Chances are the battery efficiency is decreased by the temperature being so low. If you hearing the ...
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| PT Cruiser Trans: Harsh Downshift | 1/7/2010 |
Q: He's not available but I feel you could do a follow-up. I have cut and pasted my question and his ...
A: I checked Pennzoil's website via Google and found that the Multi-vehicle transmission fluid does NOT ...
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| '97 Neon pouring gas out exhaust code 0203, 0303 | 1/7/2010 |
Q: 1997 neon dual cam. I have raw fuel blowing out the exhaust. code p0303 mainly. p0203 some. I have ...
A: I would suggest that you check the yellow/white wire from the #3 injector plug (pin 1) to pin 7 of ...
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| PT Cruiser trans: harsh downshifts | 1/7/2010 |
Q: Last week I had my local mechanic change and replenish all fluids (oil, trans fluid) also a lube . ...
A: Does the work order/service receipt say what type of fluid was used to flush/refill the trans fluid, ...
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| '02 Dakota 3.9 No Spark | 1/7/2010 |
Q: I have a '02 Dakota Quad Cab 4X4. Parked it on the weekend running fine. Two days later won't start. ...
A: If by 'flashes 11 times' you mean 1 flash, pause, 1 flash, pause, then 5, pause, 5 pause, then that ...
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| '97 Concorde blower fan replacement | 1/6/2010 |
Q: How do you remove the blower fan on a 97 concorde?
A: Disconnect Battery. Remove lower right under panel silencer duct for access to underside of unit, ...
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| '94 LH: overheating under load | 1/6/2010 |
Q: 5 Liters is overheating strangely, at least i think so, i have read similar questions around the ...
A: No, but if the output side is really cool it would make one suspect that the cross-flow is impeded. ...
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| '94 LH: overheating under load | 1/6/2010 |
Q: 5 Liters is overheating strangely, at least i think so, i have read similar questions around the ...
A: The fact that it operateds normally at idle for long periods of time suggests that the thermostat is ...
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| '05 2.7L Oil warning light 'on' at idle | 1/6/2010 |
Q: My low oil pressure light comes on at low idle speed and then goes off when RPM is increased. I see ...
A: The 2.7L appears to have this problem more frequently, but I haven't seen data as to why or to what ...
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| Tie Rod ends Chry-LHS=1997 | 1/6/2010 |
Q: Would it be difficult to replace tie rod ends, specifically drivers side, with the car in the ...
A: You would need to jack up the front end and put it on jack stands to do these job well and safely. ...
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| fuel quantity indication problem: '89 minivan | 1/5/2010 |
Q: I have a 1989 Plymouth Grand Voyager with a flex fuel 3.3L engine. When the headlights are turned ...
A: Unfortunately my closest manual to the '89 year is a '91. That was just around the time that the ...
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| '02 Sebring 3.0 V6 P0401 EGR code | 1/5/2010 |
Q: I have a check engine light, and a code reading that says insufficient egr valve flow. I have ...
A: The code not only means there might be insufficient flow, but also no flow at all. So that opens all ...
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| 3.0 L: codes 22 and 41 | 1/5/2010 |
Q: I have a 93 Chrysler Le baron 3.0 V-6, My alternator connectors seem to have a short in the wires ...
A: On the code 22, did you erase it after changing the sensor, by disconnecting the battery for a ...
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| Chrysler 2004 sebring Convertible 2.7 oil light from sludge build up | 1/5/2010 |
Q: Supposedly I have to clean the sludge off the screen on the pump do to sludge build up so my engine ...
A: I have the '03 Sebring service manual which has 10 pages about the oil system for the 2.7L engine. I ...
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| 97 Intrepid lash adj.; water leak | 1/5/2010 |
Q: 1. The rocker arms or lash adjusters (not sure which) on my 97 Intrepid 3.5 (210,000 miles) I guess ...
A: I'd be pleased to send you copies of the manual pages. Do you want the ones on bleeding the valve ...
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| minivan transmission: many codes | 1/4/2010 |
Q: 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan with 3.3 engine and 185000 miles. Transmission rebuilt at 140000 miles 3.5 ...
A: The 0720 has to do with the output speed sensor, so you might begin by replacing that one. The rest ...
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| Distributor problem; 2.5L V-6 | 1/4/2010 |
Q: I've tested the dark green/orange wire and it shows 12v when the engine is cranked. The other two ...
A: The results that need to be rechecked is the measurement between the 12v socket of the 2-wire plug ...
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| 2.5 Distributor Problem | 1/4/2010 |
Q: I've been trying to get through for days, I finally managed. I hope you still remember my problem, ...
A: You need to also show 12V on the dark green/orange wire that is attached to the other plug at the ...
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| Hose replacement cost | 1/4/2010 |
Q: How much should a upper or lower radiator hose cost installed?
A: Without knowing the issues of the specific vehicle I can't say. Try shopping around. It is not that ...
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| Oil Light 'on' at idle | 1/4/2010 |
Q: Good day, my Chrysler Neon 2002 1.6i oil light keeps on going on when I put my foot on the clutch ...
A: I am sorry to learn about all the expenses, I hope some were not related to just this problem. As an ...
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| '95 3.5L no start | 1/4/2010 |
Q: I have 1995 Chrysler Concorde that floods sometimes and won't start. I happened twice with me ...
A: The codes are not relevant to your no start, unfortunately. 12 means battery disconnected recently, ...
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| '88 5.2L V-8 won't start | 1/4/2010 |
Q: I have a 1988 crysler 5th ave. 318 motor. I had the car running the night before but the next day it ...
A: That sounds like a 5.2L V-8 rear wheel drive car, which I don't have that much experience with, but ...
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| '01 T&C: radio intermittent/lights blink | 1/3/2010 |
Q: 2001 town and country. We have developed over a period of 6 months the center lights, where radio ...
A: When you say 'blinking' do you mean at random or rhythmically? And when the radio worked did the ...
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| '97 LH: no fuel pressure | 1/3/2010 |
Q: I have a 97 Intrepid 3.3L that was given to my nephew- It was running , but had a hesitation ...
A: I am not to clear about the pins and the measurements, that is why I used passenger side and driver ...
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| '05 mininvan: no power | 1/3/2010 |
Q: Roland, I hope you can help me here. I have had this problem for over 18 months. I am from ...
A: I don't have any knowledge on the LPG conversion issue. Setting that aside, I would wonder whether ...
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| '97 LH: no fuel pressure | 1/3/2010 |
Q: I have a 97 Intrepid 3.3L that was given to my nephew- It was running , but had a hesitation ...
A: The autoshutdown relay is a safety device that kills the power to the fuel pump and spark coils and ...
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| '04 pacifica 3.5L: HVAC ATC control 'frozen' | 1/3/2010 |
Q: My digital display of my dual temp controller above the radio is no more illuminated. It is now ...
A: There are a couple of approaches: first check fuses 45 and 50* in the power module in the engine ...
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| 2003 grand caravan es 3.8 p0700 code | 1/3/2010 |
Q: took it off of cruise at it did same thing with pedal held steady ,then a couple of days later the ...
A: The 0700 says that there is another code stored in the trans controller memory. If is likely that ...
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| 1999 Sebring Jxi 2.5L: no signal from crank sensor | 1/3/2010 |
Q: During troubleshooting for P0320 and P0340 codes I noticed that the crankshaft position sensor ...
A: Yes, the ASD relay is maintained closed as long as the pcm is seeing pulses from the sensors, but I ...
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| 1998 Sebring lxi 2.5l v6:hard start/stalls out | 1/2/2010 |
Q: I just got a 1998 Chrysler Sebring Lxi. When its cold outside it has problems trying to turn on and ...
A: Try using the ignition key to get fault codes:"on-off-on-off-on and leave on" doing that in 5 ...
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| 97 Sebring LX coupe V6 2.5L crank sensor | 1/2/2010 |
Q: Kevin - Alittle recent history on this car: First problem was occasional dropping rpms on the tach ...
A: The installation of a crank sensor should not have caused the battery to run down, which is what it ...
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| '94 3.0L engine: Stalling when slowing | 1/2/2010 |
Q: We had chatted a few weeks ago about on overheating Lebaron, with the thought that the thermostat ...
A: The near-stall when slowing/stopping is more likely due to the egr valve. You will see the valve ...
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| '95: 3.3/3.5L LH no start | 1/1/2010 |
Q: i wrote in the other day about my car not wanting to start i did the ignition test where you turn ...
A: Unfortunately that indicates nothing has been noted of interest that would explain your problem. 12 ...
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| 98 Cirrus V6 cranks, but NO start. Advanced diagnostics? | 12/31/2009 |
Q: First, I don't have a scanner, but with the help of some of your earler posts with similar subjects, ...
A: I am a bit confused because you didn't specify when you were speaking of fuses you didn't specify ...
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| 93 Chrysler LeBaron V-6: starter relay | 12/31/2009 |
Q: I.ve read some of your answers but still can't figure out where my starter relay is on the vehicle ...
A: On the Convert it is in the power distribution box, the relay that is closest to the driver side ...
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| 95 chrylser lhs: no start | 12/31/2009 |
Q: i have a chrysler lhs and it started just fine then when it got real cold it turns over but wont ...
A: The quickest way to diagnose the problem is with your ignition key:"on-off-on-off-on and leave on" ...
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| replacing a car battery in a 04 chrysler sebring | 12/31/2009 |
Q: how toreplace a battery in a 04 chrysler sebring?
A: It is located under the left side fender, in front of the left wheel. Turn the steering wheel to ...
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| 1972 DODGE DART: backfiring | 12/31/2009 |
Q: I HAVE A 1972 318CI. IT WAS RUNNING PERFECTLY AND WHILE DRIVING I STARTED HEARING BACKFIRING WHEN ...
A: It could be either... I would check the vacuum line to the distributor and also if you have a timing ...
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| 300 M 3,5L thermostat housing | 12/31/2009 |
Q: where is the thermostat in a 2000 chrysler 300 m
A: If you have the 3.5L engine you will find the housing right next to the oil filter. Make sure that ...
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| re. outside air temperature gauge | 12/31/2009 |
Q: Roland said if what I'm reading is correct that there might be a short in the ground connections i ...
A: What I meant to say was that if you are checking for a short to ground, on either of the two wires, ...
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| dodge hesitation | 12/31/2009 |
Q: it started after i washed my engine it hesitate when i get to 2800 rpms and wont get any higher than ...
A: It may resolve itself as the moisture evaporates. But in the meantime, you could go to an Autozone ...
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| 1972 DODGE DART: backfiring | 12/31/2009 |
Q: I HAVE A 1972 318CI. IT WAS RUNNING PERFECTLY AND WHILE DRIVING I STARTED HEARING BACKFIRING WHEN ...
A: If you would be so kind as to Thank/rate this answer too I would be very thankful. There is no limit ...
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| 2000 Sebring Non Start | 12/31/2009 |
Q: I am working on a 2000 Sebring 2.5 and it does not start. A garage told the owner that it needed the ...
A: Yes, if you are certain that the flex plate is being driven by the starter then either it is ...
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| 2000 Sebring Non Start | 12/31/2009 |
Q: I am working on a 2000 Sebring 2.5 and it does not start. A garage told the owner that it needed the ...
A: I am having trouble with terminolgy here. By flywheel, that usually means the flexplate (if ...
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| HORN GOING OFF WHEN KEY IS REMOVED | 12/30/2009 |
Q: BEST OF THE SEASON TO YOU. UNFORTUNATELY, THE PROBLEM WITH THE HORN HAS NOT BEEN SOLVED. I TOOK IT ...
A: I think I have figured out why the questioner is blocked from rating my answer. If I don't write ...
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| 2.5L V-6 Distribotur problems | 12/30/2009 |
Q: And by the way Merry Christmas to you and your family. I am a little bit confused as to how I must ...
A: I will pursue it. How about fault codes before you get into all that expense. The crank sensor is an ...
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| '01 T&C: radio/blower on high only/HVAC blinking | 12/30/2009 |
Q: 2001 town and country. We have developed over a period of 6 months the center lights, where radio ...
A: All those issues are separate problems, just happen to be in the center console. The radio could be ...
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| 2.5L V-6 Distribotur problems | 12/30/2009 |
Q: And by the way Merry Christmas to you and your family. I am a little bit confused as to how I must ...
A: From what I have read, the pulsing should be from 5 to near 0 volts, not to near 1 volt. As a double ...
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| HORN GOING OFF WHEN KEY IS REMOVED | 12/30/2009 |
Q: BEST OF THE SEASON TO YOU. UNFORTUNATELY, THE PROBLEM WITH THE HORN HAS NOT BEEN SOLVED. I TOOK IT ...
A: I found the earlier q & a's to refresh my memory. I didn't find the specific mention of fuse 14 but ...
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| 1998 Chrysler Town and Country 3.8L wiring harness | 12/30/2009 |
Q: Where can someone buy a 'good' engine wiring harness for a 1998 Chrysler Town and Country LXi ...
A: I find it hard to believe there is a code: "jiggled". Ask them for the specific code number. I would ...
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| ' 02 300M heated seats | 12/30/2009 |
Q: I have a 2002 300M. The car has been relatively trouble free. Today my wife & I went shopping and ...
A: The two circuit breakers are right next to the fuse array, the natural color 8-pin plug and the low ...
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| 98 Breeze timing, vacuum, idle problem | 12/30/2009 |
Q: Oh gracious guru of all things Chrysler, I need your nuggets of wisdom: My 98 Breeze 2.4L DOHC (130k ...
A: I'm just cleaning house here having found this duplicate question in the 'pool' to the one we did ...
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| P0132 code for 05 Chrysler Pacifica 3.5L | 12/30/2009 |
Q: Kevin, I emailed you earlier regarding a P0132 code my 2005 3.5L Chrysler Pacifica was throwing. I ...
A: I will make a note of it and pass it on. I guess that was part of the early sales of that new model. ...
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| 2003 Dodge Neon-oil light under 1200 rpm. | 12/30/2009 |
Q: I recently had to replace my timing belt-not sure if that has anything to do with my issue. The main ...
A: There may be no bill at all. This is common as engines get older due to loosening up of tolerances ...
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| '93 LH body:no start, no fuel pump | 12/30/2009 |
Q: Good morning. I have a 1993 Chrysler Concorde with a 3.3 liter. It was idling one day for approx 2 ...
A: I am not certain what you mean by the "engine controller fuse". If you mean fuse A then that one is ...
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| 2004 Sebring 2.4 P0016 and P0340 | 12/30/2009 |
Q: I have a 2004 Sebring 2.4 with the 0016 and 0340 codes in the PCM. Vehicle will not start at all. ...
A: In that case my suggestion would be to verify the wiring of that sensor and also do a voltage test ...
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| 98 Breeze timing, vacuum, idle problem | 12/30/2009 |
Q: My 98 Breeze 2.4L DOHC (130k mi) died while driving into work one day. Tried to restart it but no ...
A: Have you tried for fault code readout of the engine controller memory? 'On-off-on-off-on and leave ...
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| 2004 Sebring 2.4 P0016 and P0340 | 12/30/2009 |
Q: I have a 2004 Sebring 2.4 with the 0016 and 0340 codes in the PCM. Vehicle will not start at all. ...
A: The malfunction "thresholds" are different to set the various codes that are possible. The 0016 can ...
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| 97 Intrepid lash adj.; water leak | 12/30/2009 |
Q: 1. The rocker arms or lash adjusters (not sure which) on my 97 Intrepid 3.5 (210,000 miles) I guess ...
A: I checked the '94, '99 and '04 manuals regarding the lash adjusters. I would offer my observation ...
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| outside temperature gauge: T&C | 12/30/2009 |
Q: Just bought a chrysler 2000 lx town and country and the console above the front seat gives you ...
A: The sensor is on the lower radiator crossmember under the van. You would want to raise it and ...
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| check engine warning light | 12/30/2009 |
Q: What does it mean the the ! warning light is on in the dash of my 2004 chysler pacifica
A: The warning light 'on' means that the engine computer has noticed a problem which causes the engine ...
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| Transmission up-date programs | 12/30/2009 |
Q: from COLD- Tampa Bay....burr. What I have is: I'm wondering about knowing if there are any up-grade ...
A: ..but... you missed the specific question asking you for a 'yes' or 'no' answer, I believe. So, if ...
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| 1997 Chrysler LHS random missfire (code 0300) | 12/29/2009 |
Q: My mechanic has replaced wires,done compression ck and numerous diognostic tests, clears codes,car ...
A: The manual gives the following possibilities, in addition to the wires which were replaced: fuel ...
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| Power seat stuck on 2000 Chrysler 300M | 12/29/2009 |
Q: I have a 2000 Chrysler 300M and the FRONT part of the drivers seat is stuck all the way up. The ...
A: I have the '98 and '04 manuals so I can't be absolutely certain which one in detail is applicable to ...
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| 97 Breeze - won't start | 12/29/2009 |
Q: Sometimes the car would start, and sometimes not - you would have to wait a few hours before it ...
A: The 42 code would be the one responsible for not starting, the 43 would be responsible for poor ...
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| 98 Chrysler Cirrus - no heat, cuts in and out | 12/29/2009 |
Q: My '98 Cirrus is a great vehicle, and it's in pretty good shape, but recently it's developed this ...
A: You might also check after the engine is warm to see if the heater core hoses are about equally hot ...
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| Voyager 1996 Heat problem | 12/29/2009 |
Q: Me again with a 'new' question, since the Web page indicated that I had too many follow-up ...
A: I think you are 'on' to something! I think that may be the answer. I hope so as you have spent so ...
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| 98 Chrysler Cirrus - no heat, cuts in and out | 12/29/2009 |
Q: My '98 Cirrus is a great vehicle, and it's in pretty good shape, but recently it's developed this ...
A: There are two doors that are operated by cables from the control panel: the blend door and the ...
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| '93 LH body:no start, no fuel pump | 12/29/2009 |
Q: Good morning. I have a 1993 Chrysler Concorde with a 3.3 liter. It was idling one day for approx 2 ...
A: I may have misinterpreted when you said you checked the fuses "inside" the car. How about fuse A (20 ...
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| 1996 Town & Country Mini Van: oxygen sensor | 12/29/2009 |
Q: I have a 1996 Town %26 Country mini van. I need to replace the bank one O sensor. Can you tell me ...
A: The bank 1 side of the engine is the right side of it, think of the front of the engine as the side ...
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| 2000 Cirrus heater/defroster issues | 12/29/2009 |
Q: I have been working on my 2000 Cirrus for a couple of weeks now and I am about to go crazy. First ...
A: How is the temp gauge reading? It may be that your thermostat is opening at too low a temperature. ...
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| 2001 Sebring temp gauge/heat prob | 12/29/2009 |
Q: My temperature gauge fluctuates from hot to the middle mark. Sometimes it will stay at hot but my ...
A: Temp gauge fluctuation is fairly normal and reflects the function of the thermostat. The swing ...
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| Voyager’97 3.3L V6, check engine light. | 12/28/2009 |
Q: Today, when I start the Van, the service engine soon light turn on, I check the code using the ...
A: There is a more specific code readout you can get which will tell you which sensor is bad and why. ...
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| 1997 chrysler town and country: P1495 | 12/28/2009 |
Q: I have a code read out of p1495 (manufacturer control auxiliary emission control). The van drives ...
A: What I described is the 'purge solenoid' and that is what you found. BUT the 1495 code is about a ...
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| 2003 Caravan quit runnung, won't start | 12/28/2009 |
Q: Kevin- Here's a question I asked Roland a few days ago, but he is "maxed out" so I can't follow up ...
A: The pages that cover the entire job are about 10 in number scattered through the engine section of ...
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| 1998 Chrysler Town and Country 3.8L wiring harness | 12/28/2009 |
Q: Where can someone buy a 'good' engine wiring harness for a 1998 Chrysler Town and Country LXi ...
A: My suggestion would be to go to a 'pull it yourself' type yard that has a '98 or thereabout van and ...
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| Chrysler T&C 2002 Limp Mode p1684 p0700 p0605 | 12/28/2009 |
Q: I have read some of your other threads Roland and I am shocked that some other individuals have had ...
A: The tcm is located 'behind' the left fender (meaning you will see it on frame rail that is seen if ...
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| 1997 chrysler town and country | 12/28/2009 |
Q: I have a code read out of p1495 (manufacturer control auxiliary emission control). The van drives ...
A: I don't believe the idle air conrtol valve should be replaced because of a stall. More likely I ...
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| Voyager 1996 Heat problem | 12/28/2009 |
Q: Me again with a 'new' question, since the Web page indicated that I had too many follow-up ...
A: I suspect that when the pages that went out on Saturday afternoon reach you and you have a chance to ...
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| wiper motor for 2004 pt cruiser | 12/28/2009 |
Q: I am wondering where the wiper motor is located and how to get to it so I can replace it.
A: Here is the procedure: Open hood Disconnect and isolate negative battery cable from battery Use a ...
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| 2002 sebring: stuck in gear? | 12/28/2009 |
Q: All of a sudden the idle seems high on my car. I drives well but it feels like it is stuck in gear. ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs Microsoft ...
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| Chrysler T&C 2002 Limp Mode p1684 p0700 p0605 | 12/28/2009 |
Q: I have read some of your other threads Roland and I am shocked that some other individuals have had ...
A: The 1684 is quite common and means that the battery power to the engine controller was disconnected ...
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| 2001 Chrysler 300M heater | 12/28/2009 |
Q: The heater and defroster blow cold unless I hold the engine above idle speed - 1000+ rpm. At idle I ...
A: Have you tried touching the two heater hoses at the fire wall after the engine is fully warmed up? ...
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| 2003 T&C: Ignition Switch snafu | 12/28/2009 |
Q: After an oil change at a local shop, our van would not start. We found the wire harness wires had ...
A: I wish I had an '01 manual to see if there is any major difference in the wiring of that switch. ...
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| serpentine belt | 12/27/2009 |
Q: How many and where are the tensioning screws located for the serpentine belt?
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs Microsoft ...
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| 2003 T&C: Ignition Switch snafu | 12/27/2009 |
Q: After an oil change at a local shop, our van would not start. We found the wire harness wires had ...
A: I have the '02,'04, and '05 manuals (paper,CD,CD) but so far have just reviewed the 02 because it ...
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| 97 Concorde HVAC calibration | 12/27/2009 |
Q: Roland, I've come across instructions for calibrating the HVAC system in minivans, but I have a 1997 ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs Microsoft ...
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| ' 02 300M heated seats | 12/27/2009 |
Q: I have a 2002 300M. The car has been relatively trouble free. Today my wife & I went shopping and ...
A: That heated seat control fuse is #14 in the fuse box behind the dash. That is needed to operate the ...
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| fault code 27: 3.0L | 12/27/2009 |
Q: 1995 lebaron 3.0/fault code 27/only happens after warmup/#3 plug wire pulled made no difference in ...
A: You would want to do some tests with a volt-ohm meter as follows: The #3 injector driver wire is ...
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| Voyager 1996 Heat problem | 12/27/2009 |
Q: Me again with a 'new' question, since the Web page indicated that I had too many follow-up ...
A: You are correct that when it is only the rear wiper flashing at the conclusion of all the 'action' ...
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| 2001 chrysler 300 battery replacement | 12/27/2009 |
Q: How do I remove the battery for a chrysler 300 (2001) and do I reverse the procedure for ...
A: The battery is on the right front of the engine compartment, hidden under the air filter housing. ...
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| fan diverter/mode door: '04 Ram | 12/27/2009 |
Q: Roland you did such a good job with my wife's PT Cruiser let me give you another situation on my 03 ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs Microsoft ...
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| 01 Sebring LXI 3.0 V6: poor heating | 12/27/2009 |
Q: Heating in compartment is very cool. Flushed and changed thermostat with very little response if ...
A: There are two other possible reasons: the heater core circuit is not flowing freely or the blend air ...
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| Transmission Control Solenoid | 12/27/2009 |
Q: Roland, I was wondering how difficult it is to change the transmission control solenoid on a 2002 ...
A: The quick learn procedure is done by an interfacing the Chrysler Diagnostic Readout Box III with the ...
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| Transmission Control Solenoid | 12/27/2009 |
Q: Roland, I was wondering how difficult it is to change the transmission control solenoid on a 2002 ...
A: That instruction set may have been generic, e.g., designed for covering all the engines available ...
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| Sebring convert blend air door | 12/27/2009 |
Q: how do i replace the blend door on my 97 sebring convertible ?jbgce
A: The blend door replacement would require removing the entire unit and taking that area apart. Are ...
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| Transmission Control Solenoid | 12/27/2009 |
Q: Roland, I was wondering how difficult it is to change the transmission control solenoid on a 2002 ...
A: Another name for the part is the Solenid/pressure switch assembly. It is straightforward according ...
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| 2004 3.5L Code: 0157/0340/0344 | 12/26/2009 |
Q: I recently bought this Concorde Limited, 3.5L HO engine, 80,000 miles. About 2 weeks after I got ...
A: , Lets take the codes one at a time. The 0157 says that the downstream oxygen sensor on the right ...
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| Blower motor: '01-05 Minivan w/ATC | 12/26/2009 |
Q: I have a 2005 Chrysler Town and Country with 3 zone auto climate control. The heater fan will not ...
A: I checked the '05 manual and can tell you about the circuit: Starting at the blower itself, it is ...
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| '97 caravan: heater/AC lights blinking | 12/26/2009 |
Q: Have a 97 Grand Caravan. Needed to clean the battery terminals - after reinstallation I am now ...
A: What is the indication when the vehicle is "off", what is the indication when you turn the ignition ...
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| 2003 Caravan quit runnung, won't start | 12/26/2009 |
Q: Kevin- Here's a question I asked Roland a few days ago, but he is "maxed out" so I can't follow up ...
A: That timing belt slippage theory is plausible. For a quick check you could turn the engine over by ...
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| Add'l info - Voyager 96 Heating problem | 12/26/2009 |
Q: From my last post I had indicated that I replaced the little motor that control one of the door ...
A: and I hope you are enjoying Boxing Day! You are invited to Thank/rate/nominate each of my answers. ...
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| 98 sebring transmission install | 12/26/2009 |
Q: I have read many of your tech responses, and you have always had some great answers. So here is my ...
A: My '00 manual lists a number of steps involved in removal (install is the reverse) which you may not ...
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| '96 Chrysler Town & Country speed sensors | 12/26/2009 |
Q: The windshield wipers stopped working and now when you turn them on, there is this loud noise. The ...
A: Replacing two sensors is no more than twice as much as replacing one sensor as they are identically ...
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| Voyager low beam always on-2 | 12/25/2009 |
Q: . I just noticed that the low beam does go off when the high beam is on, regardless of the headlight ...
A: If there is always 1.7V on the pink wire when it is reassembled, even when you have the headlight ...
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| air bag light and no heat | 12/25/2009 |
Q: I have a 1993 Grand Caravan 3.3 and after replacing the alternator the air bag light came on and the ...
A: I don't see a connection between the alternator replacement and the air bag warning light coming on. ...
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| dodge avenger code 1782 | 12/25/2009 |
Q: I own a 1996 dodge avenger es 2.5L v6 with auto trans every time i go to have it inspected it fails ...
A: That code is obscure. I believe it is related to the transmission, not the engine, but so far none ...
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| 2.5L V-6 Distribotur problems | 12/25/2009 |
Q: And by the way Merry Christmas to you and your family. I am a little bit confused as to how I must ...
A: No, to test the cam sensor function in the distributor the 6-pin plug has to be connected to the ...
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| Voyager low beam always on-2 | 12/24/2009 |
Q: . I just noticed that the low beam does go off when the high beam is on, regardless of the headlight ...
A: That is good to know, and suggests to me that either the pink wire from pin 9 of the dimmer switch ...
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| Add'l info - Voyager 96 Heating problem | 12/24/2009 |
Q: From my last post I had indicated that I replaced the little motor that control one of the door ...
A: I tried to interpret what you wrote but have had difficulty relating it to what is shown in my '98 ...
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| 2003 Caravan quit running and won't start. | 12/24/2009 |
Q: My wife was driving our 2003 4 cyl. Caravan and it suddenly quit running after she pulled onto the ...
A: That white smoke is certainly suspicious. Does it smell like unburnt/burnt gasoline or does it smell ...
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| Intermittent P0340 2.7 2002 Stratus ES | 12/24/2009 |
Q: Car: 116K 2.7L Stratus ES. Relevant work: Timing chain, cam & crank sprocket, water pump, oil pump ...
A: The 1684 is just saying that the battery was disconnected sometime in the past 50-100 ignition key ...
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| Voyager low beam always on: European location | 12/24/2009 |
Q: . I have a 98' Grand Voyager 2.4 - 4 Cyl The problem is that the low beam is always on, only ...
A: As I see the circuit, the only possible causes for the low beam being on all the time are: the low ...
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| Voyager low beam always on: European location | 12/24/2009 |
Q: . I have a 98' Grand Voyager 2.4 - 4 Cyl The problem is that the low beam is always on, only ...
A: Is the friend available to tell you exaxtly what he did in his re-wiring, and has that wiring been ...
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| Voyager low beam always on: European location | 12/24/2009 |
Q: . I have a 98' Grand Voyager 2.4 - 4 Cyl The problem is that the low beam is always on, only ...
A: So the headlamps (you are sure these are the low beams and at full strength?) are 'on' all the time, ...
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| 91 grand caravan 3.3L:won't idle | 12/24/2009 |
Q: the engine stalls when warm, wont restart for a few mins. only happens when idling in gear. i ran ...
A: Please let me know if egr or throttle body remediation help. I'll try to think of something else in ...
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| 91 grand caravan 3.3L:won't idle | 12/24/2009 |
Q: the engine stalls when warm, wont restart for a few mins. only happens when idling in gear. i ran ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs Microsoft ...
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| 2.5L V-6 Distributor problem? Engine dies | 12/23/2009 |
Q: My question is simple. My car turned off on me on my driveway a week ago while I was preparing to ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs Microsoft ...
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| 2005 Grand Caravan - BCM: power locks? | 12/23/2009 |
Q: Last year my door locks/unlocks stopped working - all the other functions will worked. I brought my ...
A: Because it sounds like it is connected in some manner to the door lock motors, you might want to ...
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| HVAC Contril vents | 12/23/2009 |
Q: I have a 2001 Sebring convertible, the HVAC controls for the vents, IE. defog is stuck on the one ...
A: That is an issue with the 'mode' door. So I would not believe it is related to the control unit but ...
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| 96 Chrysler Concord | 12/23/2009 |
Q: My car shut down recently and I was told it was my fuel pump and had it replaced. More recently my ...
A: It would be helpful for me to know which size engine you have (3.3 or 3.5L) as one has a timing belt ...
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| '96 transmission problem | 12/23/2009 |
Q: The question that i have that my 1996 Plymouth grand voyager 3.3 liter. It goes an reverse but when ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs Microsoft ...
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| sebring overheating | 12/23/2009 |
Q: there is right when you first start it up but it only just started that when the weather got cold ...
A: I answered your earlied question recently and found this one in the 'pool'. If it is going to the H ...
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| 2005 Chrysler 300 oil pressure light | 12/23/2009 |
Q: I have a 2005 Chrysler 300, 2.7L with about 127,000 miles on it. The low oil pressure light comes on ...
A: I would not be too concerned about this light coming on at idle. This is a fairly common experience ...
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| 1993 new yorker fifth ave: Blower circuit | 12/23/2009 |
Q: my heater motor locked up and blew a fuse somewhere we checked and replaced the 30 amp in fuse box ...
A: Just to verify this is the C-body car, not the new LH body for '93, correct? The fuse sizes you ...
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| 1999 LHS: shutsdown when warmed up | 12/22/2009 |
Q: I have an 1999 LHS with an intermittent shutdown problem it seems to be when it warms up. what about ...
A: Yes, shutting down after warm up, only to recover after some minutes of cooling down is a symptom of ...
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| 2002 300C xmission:range sensor plug | 12/22/2009 |
Q: I am attempting to remove the valve body and cannot get the range sensor wiring connector loose. The ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs Microsoft ...
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| Power steering noise/hard turning | 12/22/2009 |
Q: I have a 1999 town and country van. When I turn the steering wheel it makes a loud vibrating sound ...
A: Did you check the fluid level? Does the sound seem to be coming from the pump or from under the van ...
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| Power steering noise/hard turning | 12/22/2009 |
Q: I have a 1999 town and country van. When I turn the steering wheel it makes a loud vibrating sound ...
A: The first thing to check are the power steering belt to watch whether it is slipping on the pulley ...
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| Power window switches | 12/22/2009 |
Q: 2000 Chrysler Concord Can i remove the driver door power window switches without removing the door ...
A: Unfortunately you do have to remove the trim panel. Below is how to do that. Roland PS: I would ...
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| ABS/ Tire Pressure 07 Grand Caravan | 12/22/2009 |
Q: MY ABS light is on. Could it be caused by low tire pressure in 1 or more tires? Or from tires that ...
A: I am not aware that issue could cause an ABS fault. Unless the actual speed of rotation of the wheel ...
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| Voyager’97 3.3L V6, check engine light. | 12/22/2009 |
Q: Today, when I start the Van, the service engine soon light turn on, I check the code using the ...
A: The only important code is 21 which means that an oxygen sensor is not changing its voltage value as ...
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| Stratus 2000 Distributor problems | 12/21/2009 |
Q: I spent alot of time on this site yesterday looking over your history of answered questions. May I ...
A: I would believe that the used distributor from the 'yard' also has a failing camshaft position ...
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| Rear A/C - Heater: '99 T&C | 12/21/2009 |
Q:
A: The rear system has two separate air outlets and the front control panel overrides the rear controls ...
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| 2001 T&C ATC blower problem | 12/21/2009 |
Q: On a 2001 Chrysler Town and Country w/automatic heat control. The blower for the heat/air does not ...
A: There are several possibilities: the fuse, the switch, the blower motor power module, or the blower ...
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| transmission won't reverse, drives slow in forward | 12/21/2009 |
Q: my 05 town and country van this morining would not go in reverse. that i was driving forward and i ...
A: DonE means there are no codes, not that the van is "done for". In that case, since the problem still ...
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| 1994 Chrysler V6 3L thermostat position | 12/21/2009 |
Q: I repalced the thermostat on my 3L V6 in my 1994 Lebaron, however I did not pay attention to the ...
A: Yes, if the thermostat won't open then the engine will overheat and also the flow of coolant needed ...
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| 1994 Chrysler V6 3L thermostat position | 12/21/2009 |
Q: I repalced the thermostat on my 3L V6 in my 1994 Lebaron, however I did not pay attention to the ...
A: The air vent is supposed to be facing the front of the engine so that the thermostat spring/pellet ...
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| Sebring missing - 1996 (couple) | 12/21/2009 |
Q: My Sebring recently stalled..totally. I took it to a repair shop. First they tried to convince me ...
A: The exact history of this situation is not totally clear to me. First, which engine is in the car? ...
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| 1998 Concorde: blower motor | 12/21/2009 |
Q: In your previous answer, you suggested I may need to replace the resistor block. Are the resistor ...
A: The name of the multi-speed component for the blower is different, depending upon the type of ...
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| 2000 sebring convert: axle nut | 12/21/2009 |
Q: Is the nut that holds the wheel bearing in place use a standard thread or is it reversed. Having a ...
A: If you mean the single large nut on the axle shaft that protrudes through the center of the hub, no ...
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| '01 3,0L is overheating | 12/20/2009 |
Q: i have a 01 chrysler sebring lxi 5 speed stick trans with a 3.0 v6 and it is overheating and i check ...
A: Is the radiator fan coming 'on' as the gauge reaches H? How quickly does it go there? Is there any ...
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| transmission won't reverse, drives slow in forward | 12/20/2009 |
Q: my 05 town and country van this morining would not go in reverse. that i was driving forward and i ...
A: Begin by checking the level of fluid in the transmission via it own dipstick. If the level shows ...
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| jeep oil pressure issues | 12/20/2009 |
Q: 02 jeep liberty roughly 80,000. Had a leaking sending unit, replaced that. Now light comes on above ...
A: I am not so expert as to know what the ramifications are of excess oil pressure (probably it is ...
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| 2005 Chevy HHR shifting problem | 12/20/2009 |
Q: 2005 Chevy HHR Transmission won't shift out of second after being jumpstarted. Goes in first, just ...
A: I don't specialize in Chevy's, but the similar situation in Chrysler calls is called 'limp-in mode ...
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| 01 T&C 3.8 Rough running | 12/20/2009 |
Q: On startup this morning it was like missing. Lack of power when driving. Like it's stumbling. I ...
A: We'll keep it in mind for the future. A shorting like that is probably not going to be sensed as a ...
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| 1994 Chrysler: no start | 12/20/2009 |
Q: "1994 Chrysler New Yorker. Car would just die driving it. Start back up after a few minutes. One ...
A: Have you tried the ignition key for fault codes? "on-off-on-off-on and leave on" doing that in 5 ...
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| chrysler van :power seat stuck forward | 12/20/2009 |
Q: my mom pushed her electric drivers seat as far foward as it would go now it won't go back. is there ...
A: If the motor is attempting to move the seat but it is mechanically restrained that is possibly a ...
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| 1998 Concorde: blower motor won't run | 12/20/2009 |
Q: I've read your answer to the blower fan running on high question. I have a 1998 Concorde, and it ...
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| Code 23 on a 3.0L V-6 | 12/20/2009 |
Q: I have a 95 lebaron 3.0l v6 that has entered into the dreaded limp home mode. After running the obd ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs Microsoft ...
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| '97 Voyager: theft alarm-cluster problem | 12/19/2009 |
Q: I check the doors but they were well close, two days later the locks began to work like before, I ...
A: One other power disconnection approach, instead of disconnecting the battery, would be to disconnect ...
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| chrysler van :power seat stuck forward | 12/19/2009 |
Q: my mom pushed her electric drivers seat as far foward as it would go now it won't go back. is there ...
A: Do you hear any sound when you try to put it in reverse? Please tell me the year of the van so I can ...
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| jeep oil pressure issues | 12/19/2009 |
Q: 02 jeep liberty roughly 80,000. Had a leaking sending unit, replaced that. Now light comes on above ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs Microsoft ...
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| Blower only on high in the back: T&C | 12/19/2009 |
Q: I just replaced the AC/Heater blower resistor. I did this because the blowers for the front and ...
A: There is a separate blower motor resistor in the rear control unit which has 2 resistors which are ...
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| 2.5L V-6: gauge goes to H quickly, fan comes on | 12/19/2009 |
Q: my temp gauge go to h as soon as tthe car started and the fan was rapidly blowing as ifitwas ...
A: I am not sure it is the engine coolant temp sensor that is at fault. If it were, the fan might not ...
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| '02 PT: check engine light | 12/19/2009 |
Q: I just installed an aftermarket stereo on my 2002 PT Cruiser. The stereo seems to work alright but ...
A: Any progress on the problem? May I ask a favor of you? I am seeking the recognition of being the ...
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| Minivan voyager 2001: code 0601 | 12/19/2009 |
Q: you told me to check the engine codes and I did: 0601 and 1684 showed up. can you tell me what to do ...
A: I hope your problem is resolved. May I ask a favor of you? I am seeking the recognition of being the ...
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| 97 Breeze - won't start | 12/18/2009 |
Q: Sometimes the car would start, and sometimes not - you would have to wait a few hours before it ...
A: Any progress on fixing the problem? May I ask a favor of you? I am seeking the recognition of being ...
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| '90 2.2/2.5L 4 cyl.: NO HEAT | 12/18/2009 |
Q: there's a few things that you wanted me to check and let you know. Yes there's some white smoke when ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs Microsoft ...
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| NO BUS on Pt Cruiser w/new stereo | 12/18/2009 |
Q: I just installed an aftermarket stereo on my 2002 PT Cruiser. The stereo seems to work alright but ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs Microsoft ...
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| 2002 grand caravan won't start | 12/18/2009 |
Q: we have an 02 grand caravan (3.3 engine) and a couple of months ago we replaced the battery and fuel ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs Microsoft ...
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| '00 Neon: power supply to pcm/how to test crank sensor | 12/18/2009 |
Q: in the 2000 neon, is there a fuse for the computer? and for the crank sensor. how would you no its ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs Microsoft ...
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| 97 2.5L V6: rpm loss momentarily | 12/18/2009 |
Q: What are the most common causes when the rpm's suddenly drop to zero while driving at or below 60 ...
A: When you say rpm 'drops to zero' is that literally what happens? I assume that the engine rpm ...
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| Camshaft/Crankshaft Codes | 12/18/2009 |
Q: My '03 Concorde LXi 3.5L V6 (M) 45K has been a terrific car up until this fall. Maintenance has ...
A: The 2 codes point more toward the cam shaft sensor than the crank sensor: although the 0016 says ...
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| 2002 grand caravan won't start | 12/17/2009 |
Q: we have an 02 grand caravan (3.3 engine) and a couple of months ago we replaced the battery and fuel ...
A: Has he tried for fault codes ('on-off-on-off-on and leave on' in 5 seconds or less with the ignition ...
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| 2002 grand caravan won't start | 12/17/2009 |
Q: we have an 02 grand caravan (3.3 engine) and a couple of months ago we replaced the battery and fuel ...
A: These symptoms come up regularly. It has to do with a mixture of fuel/air not being correct for one ...
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| 99 Chry Intrepid P-codes | 12/17/2009 |
Q: I have a 1999 Chrysler Intrepid -2.7L; I just got done rebuilding and installing this engine, less ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs Microsoft ...
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| '03 T & C: won't idle, needles on wrong side of pegs, "check engine" | 12/17/2009 |
Q: Van starts but will shut off immediately unless the gas stays pressed. Can drive forever as long ad ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs Microsoft ...
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| Blown engine rod in 1994 Town & Country | 12/17/2009 |
Q: My engine took a big dump on me this morning. It had to be towed to the nearest repair shop. I ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs Microsoft ...
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| No heat at all/ Gauge goes to H | 12/17/2009 |
Q: I have a 1990 lebaron conv that just suddenly stop blowing ANY warm air,let alone hot. The temp. ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs Microsoft ...
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| '92 trans won't shift | 12/17/2009 |
Q: i have a 92 chrysler lebaron and my transmission wont shift but it still builds up speed what is the ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs Microsoft ...
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| Battery runs down | 12/17/2009 |
Q: Well someone say my 1998 chrysler town and country van wont start due to a weak or dead battery ...
A: It is behaving as if the battery is discharged to too low a voltage to run the starter motor. It ...
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| 2000 T&C Headlights Out | 12/17/2009 |
Q: Headlights will not turn on. All other lights work. Is there a single fuse or relay for Hi/Low ...
A: I am going to have to do some research on this one. I assume that your '00 has the single ...
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| '00 Neon: power supply to pcm/how to test crank sensor | 12/17/2009 |
Q: in the 2000 neon, is there a fuse for the computer? and for the crank sensor. how would you no its ...
A: Fuse 21 in the box under the hood provides power to the pcm all the time, fuse 10 in the cabin fuse ...
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| 1996 CHrysler LHS overheating | 12/17/2009 |
Q: I have a 1996 Chrysler LHS. It has a 3.5 L engine. My problem is that after replacing the radiator ...
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| Ply. Acclaim starting problems | 12/16/2009 |
Q: We have a 95 Plymouth Acclaim 3.0 L V-6. Four Door automatic. Car was broken into and ignition lock ...
A: That is great news. Thanks for the positive report and I am pleased that the lady has her car back ...
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| Side Marker Lights 2001 Chrysler LHS | 12/16/2009 |
Q: Good Morning, I have read my owners manual regarding the access/replacement of the side marker ...
A: The '99 manual for the LHS and for the '04 Concorde read indentically: reach behind the fascia and ...
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| '97 Voyager: theft alarm-cluster problem | 12/16/2009 |
Q: I check the doors but they were well close, two days later the locks began to work like before, I ...
A: One idea for disarming the system is to try to unlock the tailgate with a key. It appears to work ...
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| 2001 Chrysler Sebring will not start | 12/16/2009 |
Q: Car will not start, wont turn over, does not seem to be the battery, lights, horn all work fine
A: If you mean the starter motor won't work, then I would try moving the shift selector slightly off ...
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| JEEP STALLING WHILE RUNNING | 12/16/2009 |
Q: HEY ROLAND..HAVE YOU HEARD OF JEEP'S DYING WHILE RUNNING..IM SURE YOU HAVE..IVE TRIED EVERYTHING I ...
A: I only have the Chrysler vehicle code list and three of them are on it: the 12 means battery ...
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| JEEP STALLING WHILE RUNNING | 12/16/2009 |
Q: HEY ROLAND..HAVE YOU HEARD OF JEEP'S DYING WHILE RUNNING..IM SURE YOU HAVE..IVE TRIED EVERYTHING I ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs Microsoft ...
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| 99 T&C:intermittent starting/loss of tach | 12/15/2009 |
Q: I have a mini van that will at times not start,after 1 or 2 hour will start easy,sometimes the ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs Microsoft ...
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| vacuum hose routing: '94 LH | 12/15/2009 |
Q: do you have a vacume hose routing for a 1994 chrysler concord with a 3.5ltr v6
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| 2001 minivan: fault code readout | 12/15/2009 |
Q: Roland hi. I live in Central America - only one Chrysler shop in the country and they are not very ...
A: Yes, the check engine light alerts you to a problem the engine computer has noticed and given a code ...
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| '99 2.5 V-6 stalls when cold | 12/15/2009 |
Q: I have sealed egr to intake and it still stalls. once it warms up it runs fine. It seems to start ...
A: I am not sure what you mean by 'sealed egr to intake', so please explain. One of the most common ...
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| flickering lights | 12/15/2009 |
Q: I have a 51 2.5 td voyager. I have a electrical problem. All the lights inside and out of the car ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs Microsoft ...
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| error code 41 | 12/14/2009 |
Q: I asked a question like 6 days ago about my alternator over charging my battery when I purchased a ...
A: If it is showing on the voltmeter when the engine is running that it is at a voltage slightly higher ...
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| 96 town and country: won't start | 12/14/2009 |
Q: Driving my van,making left turn, and van just shuts down. timing is good, sensors are good, wires ...
A: I am not certain if turning left has anything to do with it dieing, so lets assume not. There is an ...
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| instrument panel lights/cluster removal: '02 minivan | 12/14/2009 |
Q: How do i replace instrument panel lights on a 2002 Chrysler town and country
A: With the electronic transmission range selector type of indicator (which is the likely type you have ...
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| 2.5 V6: distributor out of alignment? | 12/14/2009 |
Q: At tdc #1 cyl the rotor points at #5 on cap, no matter what I do ANSWER: Hi Nate, Are you aware ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs Microsoft ...
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| engine/trans swap | 12/13/2009 |
Q: I have a '94 Chryler T&C with 3.8L. Can a I swap it out with a 3.5 L from a 97 LHS? If not, will ...
A: I don't believe the proposed swaps are compatible, because the 3.8 was never used on the LH line, ...
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| Concorde 2000 wont start | 12/13/2009 |
Q: Hey, yesterday car was turned on and working fine, suddenly engine shut down for no reason, car ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs Microsoft ...
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| 2.5 V6: distributor out of alignment? | 12/13/2009 |
Q: At tdc #1 cyl the rotor points at #5 on cap, no matter what I do
A: Are you aware that the terminal for a given spark plug wire is not necessarily in the comparable ...
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| 98 V6 Cirrus Heater Problem | 12/13/2009 |
Q: Just getting very minimal heat (low temperature, just warm) flow through interior vents. Following ...
A: I'm only 2 nominations behind! Please 'rate' my answer below, and thank me with a "Yes" The deadline ...
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| 98 V6 Cirrus Heater Problem | 12/13/2009 |
Q: Just getting very minimal heat (low temperature, just warm) flow through interior vents. Following ...
A: If the heater hoses are not only equally hot and truly hot (should feel like the radiator hose ...
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| 94 Town & Country shift problem | 12/13/2009 |
Q: My 94 Town and Country minivan with 290K miles had it's 3rd (and final) trany installed at a local ...
A: Harsh downshifting with that transmission can be caused by: engine idle speed too high aerated trans ...
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| '92 3.8L stalls intermittently | 12/13/2009 |
Q: i recently bought a 92 new yorker 3.8 l 100 miles on it . and i am having a intermitent pain. the ...
A: I'm only 2 nominations behind! Please 'rate' my answer below, and thank me with a "Yes" The deadline ...
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| '96 LH: Code P1294 | 12/12/2009 |
Q: I have a 1996 Chrysler LHS that for the past few months have been getting increasingly worse. The ...
A: The problem with the idle situation could be several other things worth checking: The throat of the ...
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| Concorde 2000 wont start | 12/12/2009 |
Q: Hey, yesterday car was turned on and working fine, suddenly engine shut down for no reason, car was ...
A: The cam shaft sensor either has 8v (orange wire) of 5v (violet/white wire) when the ignition is in ...
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| heater mode (air distribution) doesn't change | 12/12/2009 |
Q: 1996 Plymouth breeze defroster works great but when I move switch to heat position it stays on ...
A: I presume that air distribution pattern is not changing as you request, correct? Otherwise if it is ...
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| Ply. Acclaim starting problems | 12/12/2009 |
Q: We have a 95 Plymouth Acclaim 3.0 L V-6. Four Door automatic. Car was broken into and ignition lock ...
A: I would begin at the ignition switch and verify that you have 12v on the red and the pink/black ...
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| radiator drain cock broken | 12/12/2009 |
Q: I recently replaced the water pump on my 1997 t&c. In the process I must have turned the drain cock ...
A: That drain cock is a removable unit, though with the end broken off you may have to finagle it to ...
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| 96 Chrysler lhs: electrically 'dead' at starting | 12/12/2009 |
Q: i have a 96 lhs that has been great but it started to act funny when i turn the key to start it ...
A: If it seems to be totally dead, including no interior courtesy lights, then I would believe that you ...
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| Transmission drives in 2nd gear only | 12/12/2009 |
Q: I own a 2002 sebring convertable and when I drive at 50mph the RPM'S are at 5 what is the problem ...
A: The transmission has a problem and the controller has put it into limp-in mode. The controller also ...
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| cam caps ID: 2.4L DOHC | 12/12/2009 |
Q: Doing my first engine rebuild on a 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4 DOHC non-turbo and forgot to make ...
A: The latest manual I have is for '05 and it is consistent with earlier manuals in showing that the ...
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| backfire, no power: 2,5L V-6 | 12/11/2009 |
Q: I have a 1995 Chrysler Cirrus LXI 2.5L and it recently began backfiring and having no power. The ...
A: I'm only 2 nominations behind! Please 'rate' my answer below, and thank me with a "Yes" The deadline ...
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| backfire, no power: 2,5L V-6 | 12/11/2009 |
Q: I have a 1995 Chrysler Cirrus LXI 2.5L and it recently began backfiring and having no power. The ...
A: I assume when you say it 'revs up to 6000', that is not on its own accord! It sounds to me like a ...
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| '91 3.3/3.8L serpentine belt: R&R | 12/11/2009 |
Q: well we had a bad snow storm recently and ice formed on my serpentin belt and when i went to start ...
A: You must have the 3.3 or 3.8 engine. On that set up, you need to gain access to the front of the ...
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| Cirrus/Stratus: No starter action | 12/11/2009 |
Q: i have a multimeter. yes the relay does click. ANSWER: Hi Ron, If the relay clicks and you have a ...
A: The brown wire gets hot by the relay closing (clicking). I described the pins in the socket as ...
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| Neon SE 2005 code p0507, 0508, 0340 | 12/11/2009 |
Q: Helly Kevin, I recently purchased a Dodge Neon 2005 SE car. It was a used car and for the first ...
A: To check the wiring between the sensor and the pcm you don't have the ignition on but you do have to ...
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| Cirrus/Stratus: No starter action | 12/11/2009 |
Q: i have a multimeter. yes the relay does click.
A: If the relay clicks and you have a new relay, then either the voltage from fuse 8 is not getting to ...
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| NO BUS | 12/11/2009 |
Q: yea the wire itself is not connected to anything, its just hanging there in the back of the ...
A: The digital data bus in the case of the audio system is purely a one-way communication from the pcm ...
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| '97 Voyager: theft alarm-cluster problem | 12/10/2009 |
Q: Some one told me it can be the printed ckt board in the cluster, and I have to replace the circuit ...
A: It is possible that the door sensing system (the door ajar switch, one on each door) is noticing ...
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| '00 T&C: front blower motor | 12/10/2009 |
Q: I have a 2000 Chrysler Town and Country. When I try to turn on the fan in the front, nothing ...
A: Check fuse 12 in the box under the dash and check fuse 21 in the box under the hood. If both are ...
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| NO BUS | 12/10/2009 |
Q: Chrysler Repair - "NO BUS" message in odometer window; car starts/dies hi kevin this is what roland ...
A: No, I would believe the person was speaking of the wire itself. Again, I don't think that connector ...
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| 2000 chrysler 300m code 35 | 12/10/2009 |
Q: Roland, I have read great things and hope you can help me out. here is my problem. I have a 200 ...
A: I'm only 4 nominations behind! Please 'rate' my answer below, and thank me with a "Yes" The deadline ...
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| defroster intermittent function: 2000 T&C | 12/10/2009 |
Q: sometimes my defroster will not clear up the windows all windows fog up in cold weather. then I turn ...
A: It probably is the case that the AC compressor is not kicking, which is used to pre-cool the air ...
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| Wheel Bearings? | 12/10/2009 |
Q: My car drives fine but when I accelerate over about 15 it feels as if a tire is loose, specifically ...
A: The info in my answer is applicable but thanks for the specification. If you want to take a look ...
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| cylinder head surface limits: 2,7L | 12/10/2009 |
Q: I am working on a 2004 2.7 Chrysler Sebring. I need to know what the how much can be surfaced off ...
A: The head must be flat to a limit of .002" and it has a grinding limit of .008". It looks like you ...
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| Minivan: one headlamp out, new bulb didn't fix | 12/10/2009 |
Q: I HAVE A 98' CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY LXI 3.8 LTR. I CHANGED MY LOW BEAM BULB AND TRIED TWO ...
A: I believe that you will find fuse # 6 in the same powerbox is blown. Each headlamp (filament) has ...
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| 99 Chry Intrepid P-codes | 12/9/2009 |
Q: I have a 1999 Chrysler Intrepid -2.7L; I just got done rebuilding and installing this engine, less ...
A: The 4.98 supply voltage for the three sensors that need a nominal 5v looks reasonable. All of the ...
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| Water Pump Replacement: 3,3/3.8L Engine | 12/9/2009 |
Q: Roland, Sorry for having so many questions on the same vehicle, but your experience puts this ...
A: It is really not as involved as with other engines these days which require that the timing belt ...
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| NO BUS | 12/9/2009 |
Q: Chrysler Repair - "NO BUS" message in odometer window; car starts/dies hi kevin this is what roland ...
A: I think we should set aside the deck as the issue and focus on the 'no bus'. I would do the solder ...
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| 2001 Chrysler 300M heater | 12/9/2009 |
Q: The heater and defroster blow cold unless I hold the engine above idle speed - 1000+ rpm. At idle I ...
A: I'm only 4 nominations behind! Please 'rate' my answer below, and thank me with a "Yes" The deadline ...
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| Jeep Grand Cherokee - Water ingress in cabin | 12/9/2009 |
Q: We've a Jeep Grand Cherokee which earlier on this year suffered from water ingress, trhoughout the ...
A: I don't claim expertise on the Jeep line, but a blockage of the tray under the dash will cause water ...
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| Automatic door lock: disabling | 12/9/2009 |
Q: I have a uk 1998 model Voyager. Could you tell me how to de-program the auto locking system to ...
A: Here is the procedure: Close all doors Place the ignition key in the OFF position for 20 seconds or ...
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| 1996 3.3L: no start when warmed up | 12/9/2009 |
Q: I have a 1996 Chrysler Concorde 3.3L That once it is warmed up if you let it sit for a half hour or ...
A: If you haven't tried to see if the engine controller has stored a fault code that would be the first ...
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| NO BUS | 12/9/2009 |
Q: Chrysler Repair - "NO BUS" message in odometer window; car starts/dies hi kevin this is what roland ...
A: Kevin has passed this question back to me. I can't give you any further advice other than to check ...
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| '98 Cirrus: blows fuse 8 in PDC when 'start' | 12/8/2009 |
Q: what causes ignition fuse to blow when when turning key? i have replaced connection at starter and ...
A: The starter relay is the front/outside-most of the 4 relays in the very rear of the pdc, which is a ...
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| '98 Cirrus: blows fuse 8 in PDC when 'start' | 12/8/2009 |
Q: what causes ignition fuse to blow when when turning key? i have replaced connection at starter and ...
A: It appears to me that the brown wire is ok, and that the starter solenoid switch is probably causing ...
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| '98 Cirrus: blows fuse 8 in PDC when 'start' | 12/8/2009 |
Q: what causes ignition fuse to blow when when turning key? i have replaced connection at starter and ...
A: I infer that fuse 8 (20 amp) in the pdc under the hood is what blows. If not tell me otherwise. That ...
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| Wheel Bearings? | 12/8/2009 |
Q: My car drives fine but when I accelerate over about 15 it feels as if a tire is loose, specifically ...
A: I'm only 4 nominations behind! Please 'rate' my answer below, and thank me with a "Yes" The deadline ...
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| 2004 Sebring: cluster illumination | 12/8/2009 |
Q: The illumination lights in the cluster are not coming on. All of the the warning lights, Gear ...
A: There are two possibilities: the wire from the fuse to the cluster is 'open' or poorly connected at ...
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| 97 Neon: blower motor location | 12/7/2009 |
Q: where on a 1997 neon is the blower motor located at. ANSWER: Hi Nicole, It is on the bottom of the ...
A: How is the blower motor situation? Earlier this month I answered your question about your car and ...
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| 97 Neon: blower motor location | 12/7/2009 |
Q: where on a 1997 neon is the blower motor located at.
A: It is on the bottom of the unit that distributes the air, under the dash, at the passenger-side end ...
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| 2.5L V-6 timing belt replacement frequency | 12/7/2009 |
Q: I have a 1999 Sebring with the 2.5L engine and the owners manual doesn't have a replacement schedule ...
A: I have not seen a schedule for changing the belt on that specific engine, but the approach I would ...
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| 87 Lebaron: weird alternator and gauges issue | 12/7/2009 |
Q: She had a dead battery a few weeks ago so I replaced that no problem but then the new one went dead ...
A: I'm only 4 nominations behind! Please 'rate' my answer below, and thank me with a "Yes" The deadline ...
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| 95 Concorde body computer/ theft system | 12/6/2009 |
Q: im fixing a 95 concorde and need to bypass the theft system. i tryed jumping wire the green and ...
A: The primary disarm is via the light green/orange wire which if you jumped it to a good ground ...
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| '03 Concorde- trans codes 0871, 1776 | 12/6/2009 |
Q: I have a 2003 Concorde and last week it started going in to the 2nd gear limp-in mode on a regular ...
A: The 0871 says that the OD pressure switch is open or closed at the wrong time relative to the gear ...
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| 96 Chrysler T & C LXI HVAC | 12/6/2009 |
Q: I think you are right on the money that my problem is with the blend door. Wouldn't this account for ...
A: Yes, the blend door is involved in controlling the temperature of the outlet air, be it heated or ...
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| Braker Booster 99 Dodge Grandcaravan | 12/6/2009 |
Q: 99 Dodge GrandCaravan, 3.8L, 163,00 miles. The brake booster was replaced. After about 2" of ...
A: Earlier this month I answered your question about your car and hope that is is repaired now. I have ...
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| 2000 Cirrus: trans down-shifts | 12/6/2009 |
Q: i have a 2000 cirrus that always worked perfect, but lately it started to down shift hard from ...
A: The quickest way to start the process of fixing the trans is to get a fault code readout of the ...
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| 96 Chrysler T & C LXI HVAC | 12/5/2009 |
Q: I followed your instructions re the ventilation control actuators and the result was acceptable with ...
A: It is probably the case that the calibration test passed but because the ambient temp is so cold in ...
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| 94 Dodge Spirit: won't idle | 12/5/2009 |
Q: I just bought this car,used, for $300.00 with 99,000 miles. I can't get it to stay running. All the ...
A: The 12 code means the battery at some point in the recent past was disconnected, so that is not an ...
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| 94 Dodge Spirit: won't idle | 12/5/2009 |
Q: I just bought this car,used, for $300.00 with 99,000 miles. I can't get it to stay running. All the ...
A: I have three suggestions: 1. Ask the engine computer for any stored fault codes in its memory. Use ...
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| HVAC problem: '96 T&C | 12/5/2009 |
Q: I have a 1996 Chrysler T%26C LXI with 148k miles. I noticed last Summer that the A/C was taking a ...
A: I am handicapped in only having a manual for the '98 model, but that one has a self-diagnostic ...
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| 01 T&C 3.8 Rough running | 12/5/2009 |
Q: On startup this morning it was like missing. Lack of power when driving. Like it's stumbling. I ...
A: About all I can identify as possible causes are that the ECT resistance should be higher ...
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| cooling sys.bleeding: 2,7L | 12/5/2009 |
Q: on a 2003 Chrysler Sebring with a 2.7 eng, is there a trick to bleeding this system ,what are the ...
A: Earlier this month I answered your question about your car and hope that is is repaired now. I have ...
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| blend (heat-cool)door actuator:'02 Stratus | 12/4/2009 |
Q: Where is the heat door actuator located oa a 2002 dodge stratus? Everything works fine except I can ...
A: The blend door actuator is on the bottom of the unit as is the mode door actuator. The blend door is ...
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| Fuel filter | 12/4/2009 |
Q: Where would the fuel filter be located on my 2004 Chrysler town and country mini van, and how do I ...
A: The fuel filter is actually inside the fuel tank which you would have to drop down and remove the ...
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| wont start, anti theft!!! | 12/4/2009 |
Q: My 99 town %26 country has the anti theft problem, someone from our church gave it to and I've only ...
A: Have you tried using the passenger door lock as an alternative to the driver door? If that doesn't ...
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| 97 T&C: engine stumbles/dies, no codes | 12/4/2009 |
Q: My question is that my van would be fine from the start, then while driving it would randomly chug ...
A: I'm only 4 nominations behind! Please 'rate' my answer below, and thank me with a "Yes" The deadline ...
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| 2000 Cirrus: speedo/engine/power windows flaky pt2 | 12/4/2009 |
Q: Had to start new question, website told me "too many follow-ups". Here's where we left off: Hi ...
A: The 0601 has only one remedy: replace the ecm. The ecm is also known as the pcm (engine control ...
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| '02 2.7L: coolant leaks from weep hole of new waterpump | 12/4/2009 |
Q: ok heres my story i have a 01 dodge intrepid with the 2.7 and i just changed the water pump and ...
A: Bubbling in the reservoir is a sign of a head gasket leak alright, so that would be worth checking ...
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| '02 2.7L: coolant leaks from weep hole of new waterpump | 12/4/2009 |
Q: ok heres my story i have a 01 dodge intrepid with the 2.7 and i just changed the water pump and ...
A: I am not familiar with the detailed design of the water pump/engine interface, but I wonder if there ...
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| 1999 300m: drive belt replacement | 12/4/2009 |
Q: how do u replace the drive belts on a chrysler 300m
A: I will assume you have the 3.5L engine. Both belts have a tensioner pulley which is locked in place ...
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| '02 2.7L: coolant leaks from weep hole of new waterpump | 12/4/2009 |
Q: ok heres my story i have a 01 dodge intrepid with the 2.7 and i just changed the water pump and ...
A: There is an issue with the 2.7L engine that you may already be aware of that resulted in early ...
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| '98 2.5L: when warm runs poorly/crank sensor! | 12/4/2009 |
Q: been having a problem with the car it starts and runs perfect until the car is warmed up after warm ...
A: Earlier this month I answered your question about your car and hope that is is repaired now. I have ...
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| Fault code 0071: ambient temp sensor | 12/3/2009 |
Q: Roland, my 2009 Town and Country van has displayed its MIL for a week now. The code displayed is ...
A: The code says that there is malfunction of the ambient air temperature sensor which is a small ...
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| 2001 Chrysler T&C blower problem | 12/3/2009 |
Q: I own a 2001 Chrysler Town and Country. The blower for the heater does not work at all. The ...
A: That appears to be an issue with the blower motor resistor block. If you squeeze the sides of the ...
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| low voltage in voyager | 12/3/2009 |
Q: I ran out of follow up questions so had to start a new one. Check engine light flashes; 3 4 7 5 5 ...
A: I'm only 4 nominations behind! Please 'rate' my answer below, and thank me with a "Yes" The deadline ...
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| 2000 T&C: Bleed the heater core | 12/3/2009 |
Q: We have a 2000 T&C.Heater has stopped working at idle.Temp indicates half and corresponds with feel ...
A: There is a possibility of air trapped in the heater core pathway so you could drain off some coolant ...
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| Chrysler T&C a/c controls flashing | 12/3/2009 |
Q: I ran across your answer to Sharon and attempted to clear the flashing lights as you instructed. ...
A: Is the intermittent wiper light functional? It were, and were flashing along with the rear wiper ...
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| low voltage from alternator: '95 minivan. | 12/2/2009 |
Q: My alternator is only putting out 10+v last week it was showing 12+ I just replaced the battery, is ...
A: The code readout uses the same ignition key routine but instead you watch the check engine light on ...
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| '05 Neon:'miss'. codes 0340, 0507,0508 | 12/2/2009 |
Q: Roland, Thanks a lot for helping us people new to cars. I have a Dodge Neon 2005 SE. I'm sorry if ...
A: I'm only 4 nominations behind! Please 'rate' my answer below, and thank me with a "Yes" The deadline ...
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| low voltage from alternator: '97 minivan. | 12/2/2009 |
Q: My alternator is only putting out 10+v last week it was showing 12+ I just replaced the battery, is ...
A: The check engine light is probably a separate problem related to the engine controller detecting a ...
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| 2001 Chrysler T&C blower problem | 12/2/2009 |
Q: I own a 2001 Chrysler Town and Country. The blower for the heater does not work at all. The ...
A: Is this a conventional temp control or an automatic temp control unit? If it is a conventional ...
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| '97 3.3L: engine dies, will restart after minutes | 12/2/2009 |
Q: my voyager cuts out now and then when driving and wont start for a minute or two it is as if the ...
A: Might one of the doors not be closed tightly enough to push in the door ajar warning switch which ...
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| 2000 Cirrus: speedo/engine/power windows flaky | 12/2/2009 |
Q: Hey Kevin, been reading your answers for a while. My car has been out of commission since the end of ...
A: The best approach would be to get a fault code readout for any coded numbers stored in the engine ...
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| 2004 Chrysler 300m/Front wheel bearing replacement | 12/2/2009 |
Q: I have a 2004 Chrysler 300m(3.5 liter)front wheel drive.How do I you change the wheel bearings & how ...
A: I'm only 4 nominations behind! Please 'rate' my answer below, and thank me with a "Yes" The deadline ...
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| Lebaron slow start | 12/1/2009 |
Q: I have a 1995 Lebaron, 2 door convert. v6, only about 75k mileage wise, it's very slow to start. ...
A: Before changing the starter motor I would try that jumper approach again, only this time jump the + ...
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| 2000 Cirrus: speedo/engine/power windows flaky | 12/1/2009 |
Q: Hey Kevin, been reading your answers for a while. My car has been out of commission since the end of ...
A: Are you saying that the car won't go faster than 20 mph under any cirumstances, or that once it does ...
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| '01 Concorde: no starter motor action | 12/1/2009 |
Q: we changed the waterpump on my car first of all.after we put it back together there is no power to ...
A: Begin by checking to see if the starter motor relay clicks when a helper tries the key. It is ...
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| '95 2.5 V-6: distributor remove & replace | 12/1/2009 |
Q: How do you replace the distributor on a 1995 Chry Cirrus 2.5 V-6? Is this very complicated? What am ...
A: There are about 14 steps to remove the distributor, believe it or not: Here is the procedure to ...
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| transmission swap: Cirrus to Breeze '97 | 12/1/2009 |
Q: Can the transmission from a 1997 Chrysler Cirrus go into a 1997 Plymouth Breeze? They are basically ...
A: I am uncertain about the difference between the two transmissions: My understanding of the 41TE ...
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| Battery Drains on an '01 LHS: fuse 7 or ? | 12/1/2009 |
Q: I have an '01 LHS with a bad BCM (stereo dead, climate control freaked out, NO BUS messages, all up ...
A: That 'stop lamps' 30 amp fuse is also known as fuse I. It does power the anti-lock brakes via fuse ...
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| Battery Drain on an '01 LHS: fuse 7 | 12/1/2009 |
Q: I have an '01 LHS with a bad BCM (stereo dead, climate control freaked out, NO BUS messages, all up ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs Microsoft ...
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| 2001 LHS Seat back | 12/1/2009 |
Q: I was leaning back in my seat today while at a stop sign and the seat back broke and now cannot stay ...
A: I'm only 4 nominations behind! Please 'rate' my answer below, and thank me with a "Yes" The deadline ...
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| 1990 Chrysler Lebaron Tach | 12/1/2009 |
Q: My Chrysler LeBaron has a tachometer that is very tired. Only on occasion does it decide to work. I ...
A: You are looking for a 'tachometer drive module' and I would start at a dealership. Failing that I ...
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| '95 2.5 V-6: no start codes: 54,340.123,154,401 | 11/30/2009 |
Q: I recently purchased this car. The person that I bought it from said the only thing wrong with it ...
A: The 54 and 0340 are cam sensor (distributor) no signal. I think you will need a rebuilt distributor ...
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| 98 Dodge Intrepid: won't shut off | 11/30/2009 |
Q: After turning off and removing key, car continues to run as did with key. some dash light come on ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs Microsoft ...
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| Chrysler Cirrus no spark | 11/30/2009 |
Q: I have a chrylser cirrus 2.5L V6 and it stalled while driving one day. at first we thought it was ...
A: You didn't mention the year which is important for one aspect: getting a fault code from the engine ...
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| '00 minivan rear lift gate won't open | 11/30/2009 |
Q: my rear lift gate won't unlock or open either with the key or with the power lock. how can i ...
A: Probably you will need to remove the latch mechanism from the inside. You do that by removing the ...
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| '97 3.3L: engine dies, will restart after minutes | 11/30/2009 |
Q: my voyager cuts out now and then when driving and wont start for a minute or two it is as if the ...
A: How did this problem get resoled? Also, may I ask a favor? I am competing to be 'volunteer of the ...
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| '03 3.3L: Thermostat Location | 11/30/2009 |
Q: Can you tell me on the 2003 Chrysler Voyager minivan, with the 3.3 engine, where the thermostat is ...
A: The thermostat housing is located at the engine-end of the upper radiator hose, on the side of the ...
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| transmission won't shift out of second gear | 11/30/2009 |
Q: 99 voyager it does not want drop into low gear when you stop it takes off in 2nd gear wen had it ...
A: This is symptomatic of a problem with the transmission that requires limiting the use of all the ...
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| 08 Chrysler Sebring 2.4l 4-cyl | 11/30/2009 |
Q: In July of 06, I bought an 04 PT Cruiser 2.4l Turbo. It was a perfect car until 67K miles, then I ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs Microsoft ...
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| transmission shift problems: '93 NewYorker | 11/29/2009 |
Q: 6LV6 overdrive and my ? is could it be my transmission module thats causing my car to not shift in ...
A: I doubt it is the transmission control module (tcm) that is the problem but rather some aspect of ...
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| 1995 Chrysler Concorde - No start | 11/29/2009 |
Q: I had been previously corresponding to you about subject vehicle, but when I tried to do another ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs Microsoft ...
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| '94 LH: no start | 11/29/2009 |
Q: I recently got into an accedent causeing me to replace the whoe front end, taking off the bumper and ...
A: Without fault codes I would be sending you on binge to throw parts at the car hoping to hit the ...
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| voyager 3.3 dies: auto-immobiliser? | 11/29/2009 |
Q: my voyager cuts out now and then when driving and wont start for a minute or two it is as if the ...
A: I know of no reason for the interior light to be related to the engine cutting out, unless it does ...
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| '94 LH: no start | 11/29/2009 |
Q: I recently got into an accedent causeing me to replace the whoe front end, taking off the bumper and ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs. Microsoft ...
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| '95 Cirrus 2.5 V-6: cam sensor? | 11/29/2009 |
Q: I recently purchased this car. The person that I bought it from said the only thing wrong with it ...
A: If a used ecm came from a vehicle of '97 or later it will not flash fault codes. Does the check ...
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| '07 Pacifica: LED's vs. Conventional, flasher problem | 11/29/2009 |
Q: I have 2007 Pacifica...Is the high mount rear brake lights made up of LED or normal type bulbs, I ...
A: I am not knowledgeable about substituting LED's for conventional bulbs so can't offer any advice to ...
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| '99 Concorde/140 K miles: mpg/oil/brake light | 11/28/2009 |
Q: 1. 15 mpg in the city - how to improve ? 2. synthetic or standard hi-mileage oil ? 3. brake light ...
A: How are things going with the mpg? Also may I ask a favor? I am competing to be 'volunteer of the ...
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| '03 Sebring cruise control flaky | 11/28/2009 |
Q: ..Thanks for the great help on the heater motor resistor ion my 2003 Sebring.HAd to use a Dremmil to ...
A: The two switches (5 buttons) send a resistance reading down a single wire to the PCM, pin 34. Each ...
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| '99 Intrepid: check engine/cruise lights 'on' | 11/27/2009 |
Q: sometimes while driving my cruise control light will come on by it self and at that point i have no ...
A: The fastest way to get a handle on this is to get a fault code readout that will tell why the check ...
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| '95 Cirrus 2.5 V-6: cam sensor? | 11/27/2009 |
Q: I recently purchased this car. The person that I bought it from said the only thing wrong with it ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs. Microsoft ...
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| 2005 Town & Country: no running/tail lights | 11/27/2009 |
Q: Headlights work, blinkers and brake lights work with or without headlights on. No running tail ...
A: There is an electrically activated switch (called a 'relay') in the power distribution center box in ...
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| 2007 PT cruiser fuel pump | 11/27/2009 |
Q: how do I access the fuel pump? do I drop gas tank or go through floor under back seat?
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs. Microsoft ...
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| '00 Voyager won't go forward in drive | 11/26/2009 |
Q: I have a 2000 voyager, lately when it is put in drive it wont go forward? If I put it in third it ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs. Microsoft ...
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| '07 Pacifica:High Mount Rear Brake Light/turn hazard flasher | 11/26/2009 |
Q: I have 2007 Pacifica...Is the high mount rear brake lights made up of LED or normal type bulbs, I ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs. Microsoft ...
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| Horn going off when key is removed: '02 minivan | 11/26/2009 |
Q: ROLAND. TRIED YOUR SUGGESTIONS BUT STILL HAVE THE PROBLEM. A AUTOMOTIVE SHOP SUGGESTED THAT THE ...
A: If you would like to just have simple horn function, without the 'bells and whistles' let me know. I ...
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| headlight adjustment: '07 minivan | 11/25/2009 |
Q: 2007 CRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY VAN...At nite I am always getting flashed with my headlites on low ...
A: PS: May I ask a favor? If you will be so kind as to click on the "Thank/rate the expert" button ...
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| Heater problem 2005 Sebring | 11/25/2009 |
Q: I have a 2005 Sebring Limited Conv., I have only had it a few months, purchased it used. I know for ...
A: I don't have an '05 shop manual so I am going to have to do some guessing. I will be getting an '04 ...
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| System voltage 12V? | 11/25/2009 |
Q: could you tell me if the lights on my 2001 Voyager have a reduced voltage to power them? I have been ...
A: The entire system should be nominally 12v, but typically would read 12.6 or so which is the actual ...
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| 99 Chyrsler LHS: Headrest removal | 11/25/2009 |
Q: How do you remove the headrest from a 1999 Chrysler LHS?
A: There is a trick: on the right side support notice a hole at the sleeve/guide and if you insert a ...
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| cruise control: '99 TJ | 11/25/2009 |
Q: I have just installed a factory cruise on 99TJ, but it does not even turn on. The TJ was factory ...
A: There appear to be several iterations of the resistive logic (as shown in Chrysler car/van manuals ...
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| Horn going off when key is removed:'02 minivan | 11/25/2009 |
Q: I HAVE A 2002 DODGE CARAVAN SE. JUST RECENTLY, MY HORN GOES OFF CONSTANTLY WHEN I TURN THE VAN OFF ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs. Microsoft ...
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| ignition switch r&r: '02 Concorde | 11/24/2009 |
Q: how to disassemble the key switch to a 2002 chrysler concorde
A: The switch is attached to the lock cylinder housing on the opposite end from the key insert. ...
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| Vacuum lines: '93 Lebaron 3.0L | 11/24/2009 |
Q: On the power brake booster there is a vacuum connection coming out of the front. It has three ...
A: I am competing to be 'expert of the month' and need your vote of confidence. The race for "expert of ...
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| Vacuum lines | 11/24/2009 |
Q: On the power brake booster there is a vacuum connection coming out of the front. It has three ...
A: You didn't tell me the year, make, model, engine so I have to guess. One should come from the intake ...
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| cruise control: '99 TJ | 11/24/2009 |
Q: I have just installed a factory cruise on 99TJ, but it does not even turn on. The TJ was factory ...
A: I am competing to be 'expert of the month' and need your vote of confidence. The race for "expert of ...
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| 03 PT Cruiser not starting | 11/24/2009 |
Q: Roland,I wrote yesterday about intermittent starting. I cleaned the selonoid terminal that you ...
A: Did you get that 'no start' resolved? If you would like to tell me there is a "Thank/rate the ...
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| '03 Sebring: blower motor only runs high speed | 11/24/2009 |
Q: my 2003 Sebring,4cyl fan speed control on dash will only work on high speed setting. Problem?., and ...
A: I am in a close race for 'expert of the month' recognition and I need to ask your help again. As ...
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| '95 Concorde: no start | 11/23/2009 |
Q: I have acquired the subject vehicle recently and have been unsuccessful at getting the vehicle to ...
A: Do you have spark when you are cranking it over? I assume that the fuel pump still runs for about a ...
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| 1995 Cirrus v6 2.5 lxi: engine intermittent running | 11/23/2009 |
Q: Check-engine light. Sometimes dies when idle, hot or cold, 1 minute after start or 10 hours running ...
A: The race for "expert of the month" is going down to the wire. Chrysler "repairer" vs. Microsoft ...
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| PT Cruiser 03 intermittant starting | 11/23/2009 |
Q: I have cleaned all terminals from battery to starter. New starter, battery and start relay. ...
A: I am competing to be 'expert of the month' and need your vote of confidence. The race for "expert of ...
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| '98 Sebring 2.5L: when warm runs poorly | 11/23/2009 |
Q: been having a problem with the car it starts and runs perfect until the car is warmed up after warm ...
A: Because this appears to be engine temperature sensitive I would recommend checking the resistance ...
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| 98 sebring limited 2.5L | 11/23/2009 |
Q: been having a problem with the car it starts and runs perfect until the car is warmed up after warm ...
A: It appears that you have a mixture issue due to an out of calibration temp sensor or an egr valve ...
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| stratus will stop shifting | 11/23/2009 |
Q: I have a 97 stratus. It will runa and shift fine for about half a mile. It then will not shift at ...
A: Did you get that transmission problem fixed? If you would like to tell me there is a "Thank/rate the ...
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| timing marks: 2.4L '05 | 11/22/2009 |
Q: how do u set the timing marks on a chryler sebring 2005 2.4 liters 4 cylinder
A: This is a fairly complex explanation because of the tension adjustment which I can't do justice to ...
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| '95 Concorde: no start | 11/22/2009 |
Q: I have acquired the subject vehicle recently and have been unsuccessful at getting the vehicle to ...
A: I am competing to be 'expert of the month' and need your vote of confidence. The race for "expert of ...
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| Voyager van shakes badly at 40 mph | 11/22/2009 |
Q: I've had a growing problem; my 2001 mini-van shakes badly when I hit 40 mph. Based on your previous ...
A: It would be good to separate the tire/rim/bearings/suspension/half-shafts possibilities from the ...
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| spacer on cam position sensor | 11/22/2009 |
Q: We were doing basic troubleshooting after the information that you and Roland relayed. We removed ...
A: The spacer that was originally on the tip of the sensor is made of paper of a precise thickness and ...
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| 2001 chrysler sebring LXI: no idle/stalls | 11/22/2009 |
Q: Stalls at stop sign or at idle no codes
A: I suspect that your problem is an egr valve that has become gummed up as regards the motion of the ...
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| Thermostat location: 3.5L | 11/22/2009 |
Q: Where is the thermostat located on a 99 Chrysler 300
A: I am competing to be 'expert of the month' and need your vote of confidence. The race for "expert of ...
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| '05 T and C 3.3L: jerks when driving | 11/22/2009 |
Q: We are having issues with the minivan that results in a drastic jerking motion when driving. We ...
A: As I read the manual, the cam sensor definitely has the spacer (and an oblong slot to allow for its ...
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| '96 Mini-van: Cluster gauges flaky | 11/22/2009 |
Q: have 96 plumouth grand voyager. it ran fine when shut off, but went to start and it runs for 5-10 ...
A: I would remove the cluster and then take a close look at the solder joints between the pins of the ...
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| speed-o not registering and stuck in 2nd | 11/21/2009 |
Q: Almost the exact same story as one tagged with your response to Geoff - ...
A: The fault code readout is the best approach and will give you the most specificity. Let me know what ...
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| '99 Stratus: discharges battery quickly | 11/21/2009 |
Q: on the way home my battery warning light came on. All lights in the vehicle started to dim on and ...
A: I am competing to be 'expert of the month' and need your vote of confidence. The race for "expert of ...
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| '96 Stratus V6: stalls:code 11,15,21,24,43 | 11/21/2009 |
Q: runs for 5 miles then gets sluggish, about a mile later stalls out, it will restart, but just sits ...
A: With all those codes I would not worry about the fuel pressure. The 11 code says that the crankshaft ...
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| Chrysler voyager: oil in the coolant | 11/21/2009 |
Q: but oil getting in the radiator please any ideas thanks christine
A: There are two possibilities which you can differentiate by the color of the oil, possibly. It could ...
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| '96 Stratus V6: stalls after warmed up | 11/21/2009 |
Q: runs for 5 miles then gets sluggish, about a mile later stalls out, it will restart, but just sits ...
A: I am competing to be 'expert of the month' and need your vote of confidence. The race for "expert of ...
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| '05 T and C 3.3L: jerks when driving | 11/21/2009 |
Q: We are having issues with the minivan that results in a drastic jerking motion when driving. We ...
A: I am competing to be 'expert of the month' and need your vote of confidence. The race for "expert of ...
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| 2000 Cirrus: speedo/engine/power windows flaky | 11/20/2009 |
Q: Hey Kevin, been reading your answers for a while. My car has been out of commission since the end of ...
A: I believe that either fuse 11 behind the dash (remove end cap to access) has a crack in its wire or ...
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| 300 c: reading/map lamps | 11/20/2009 |
Q: when i turn on both my map lights the compass on dash goes blank just two dots.When I turn on just ...
A: I am competing to be 'expert of the month' and need your vote of confidence. The race for "expert of ...
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| 1995 Cirrus v6 2.5 lxi: engine intermittent running | 11/20/2009 |
Q: Check-engine light. Sometimes dies when idle, hot or cold, 1 minute after start or 10 hours running ...
A: All the codes relate to devices needing the 5v supply to work properly so I would look for one of ...
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| overheating/fan not operating reliably | 11/20/2009 |
Q: my friends car is slightly overheating then cooling its self down the rad fan sounds like its trying ...
A: I am competing to be 'expert of the month' and need your vote of confidence. The race for "expert ...
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| Chrysler voyager 95 3,3 awd car stoping with engine's help | 11/20/2009 |
Q: A strange problem. At low speed while driving on D , the car begins driving not equal..it begins ...
A: That sounds to me like the torque converter lockup feature is not releasing when you have it engaged ...
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| '02 town and country minnivan: no starter | 11/20/2009 |
Q: hood,driver headlight assembly wnet to start it cel flashes 10 times and starter will not engage is ...
A: Did you get the starter straightened out? If you would like to tell me there is a "Thank/rate the ...
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| '02 town and country minnivan: no starter | 11/19/2009 |
Q: hood,driver headlight assembly wnet to start it cel flashes 10 times and starter will not engage is ...
A: Check fuses 9 and 23 in the power box under the hood, and if those are OK then check to see if the ...
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| '99 Concord hood cable detached from hood mechanism | 11/19/2009 |
Q: how do i get the hood open if the hood cable is either detached from hood lock or cable has broken?
A: If you will look up from under the car, from just behind the "bumper" panel which is now called the ...
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| Turn signals sluggish | 11/19/2009 |
Q: Roland, 99 Chrysler Sebring Convertible. Turn signals won’t stay on. Left and right behave the ...
A: Did you get the turn signal problem fixed? If you would like to tell me there is a "Thank/rate the ...
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| 96 neon no spark w/ p0340 | 11/19/2009 |
Q: "hi, i have a 96 neon and it stopped running the other day. i hooked up an obd2 scan tool and got a ...
A: When you installed the sensor did you press its tip against the tip of the surface it is supposed to ...
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| 1997 Sebring JXI conv: no start | 11/19/2009 |
Q: My convertible starts when it wants to. It will run fine as long as it is running but as soon as I ...
A: I am competing to be 'expert of the month' and need your vote of confidence. The race for "expert ...
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| '98 Concorde remote keyless entry | 11/19/2009 |
Q: I have a 98 Chrysler Concorde LXI and a used keyless entry fob. I would like to re-program it myself ...
A: Did you figure out the RKE? If you would like to tell me there is a "Thank/rate the expert" button ...
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| 1998 Chrysler Concorde keyless entry | 11/19/2009 |
Q: I have a 98 Chrysler Concorde LXI and a used keyless entry fob. I would like to re-program it myself ...
A: I believe that you have to have the feature on-board, and that you have to have working key fob in ...
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| Dome light installation: '95 LXi Sebring | 11/18/2009 |
Q: I have 1197 Chrysler sebring LXI with a sunroof and want to add a dome light. Is it possible and ...
A: The '95 manual that I have shows that for that year at least there was a dome light in both the ...
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| '95 Concorde heater: no functional control | 11/18/2009 |
Q: Good evening! My parents have a 1995 Chrysler Concorde in excellent condition. They purchased it ...
A: I hope that heat problem is solved. If you would like to tell me there is a "Thank/rate the expert" ...
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| 2.5L V-6 intake Plenum removal | 11/18/2009 |
Q: I think I've done all the steps, including loosening even bolts in the front of the intake plenum, ...
A: How is the car running, did you get the engine going again? If you would like to tell me there is a ...
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| 2001 Town and Country power window | 11/18/2009 |
Q: My driver side window went out in the down position. No problems before. Seems like a short or ...
A: Did you get that power window to work? If you would like to reply there is a "Thank/rate the expert" ...
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| '95 Concorde: vtss (vehicle theft security system) | 11/18/2009 |
Q: I have acquired the subject vehicle recently and have been unsuccessful at getting the vehicle to ...
A: There are a number of possibilities here. Because of the uncertain history almost anything is ...
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| '01 Sebring: No interior lights, door locks, | 11/18/2009 |
Q: I have a 2001 Chrysler Sebring LXI with the 2.7L engine. The problem now is all these things no ...
A: Until you have a meter, I would simply begin by making sure that all the audio equipment is off. ...
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| '01 Sebring: No interior lights, door locks, | 11/18/2009 |
Q: I have a 2001 Chrysler Sebring LXI with the 2.7L engine. The problem now is all these things no ...
A: I assume the fuse #5 blew again, correct? If so, then check fuse #11 (20 amp) in the power box that ...
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| '01 Sebring: No interior lights, door locks, | 11/18/2009 |
Q: I have a 2001 Chrysler Sebring LXI with the 2.7L engine. The problem now is all these things no ...
A: A fuse in the fuse box that is hidden behind the dash (remove driver's side end cap for access) is ...
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| Alternator / 'regulator' checkiing. '94 GV | 11/18/2009 |
Q: Greetings Roland, from a fellow 'A-Expert' (tig welding). I have a problem with our '94 Grand ...
A: and offer to assist. Let me take the questions in order: 1. The wires come together in a black ...
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| stalling with no codes: 3.0L | 11/18/2009 |
Q: i have a 96 Plymouth voyager 3.0 .after driven 4 miles it stalls. i changed,fuel pump and filter, ...
A: The other item that may be causing a stall, due to a too dilute mixture, is the egr valve which may ...
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| low voltage on the dash gauge, dash lights seem dim | 11/18/2009 |
Q: I noticed this evening that the voltage gauge, which usually hovers ~ 12-13 volts, is now down at no ...
A: The alternator output is what is regulated, and it appears that yours is lower than it should be. ...
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| 1996 Neon SOHC 2.0L: no start | 11/18/2009 |
Q: I am working on my granddaughters car & have run into a problem, car cranks, but will not start. ...
A: Because it is a '96 it is likely going to tell you the two-digit fault codes if you ask it. I would ...
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| 97sebring conv. starter wont engage | 11/17/2009 |
Q: Roland, i have been searching throughout your site trying to get some answers and can't seem to ...
A: If fuse 8 is ok then when a helper tries the ignition key you ought to feel/hear the starter relay ...
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| LeBaron J-body hood latch | 11/17/2009 |
Q: Roland. I drive what you have -- an '89 LeBaron. Mine's a convertible, 2.5L non Turbo. Today's ...
A: Is the cable moving the curved edge slider that partially obstructs the hole into which the the ...
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| LeBaron J-body hood latch | 11/17/2009 |
Q: Roland. I drive what you have -- an '89 LeBaron. Mine's a convertible, 2.5L non Turbo. Today's ...
A: I looked up from underneath and only see one spring on the latch mechanism proper, it is the one ...
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| Transmission Control Module fault | 11/17/2009 |
Q: concerning my Chrysler Neon 1995cc year 2002 4 speed Automatic. Im still getting the same problem ...
A: Although not listed at top of the causes for codes 0705 and 1784, the possibility of a defective tcm ...
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| Fault codes: how to get, '01 mininvan | 11/17/2009 |
Q: can i get fault codes without taking my van to the dealer or a mechanic. i have the 3.3 engine
A: You can often get a free readout at an Autozone parts store. Or try the ignition ...
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| '95 3,5L: hard start when cold, loses power | 11/17/2009 |
Q: I have a 1995 Chrysler new Yorker 3.5 L. just changed the timing belt and aligned all the marks it ...
A: I would try the memory of the engine controller to see if it has any stored fault codes. Turn the ...
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| 95 lebaron 3.0L engine acting strange | 11/17/2009 |
Q: i hope you cna help me with this.my daughter has a 95 lebaron convertible that she bought a year ...
A: I would try the memory of the engine controller to see if it has any stored fault codes. Turn the ...
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| Code P0405: egr sensor voltage low | 11/17/2009 |
Q: I just purchased an 05 grand caravan. I live in Ontario so there might be small differences in the ...
A: The egr on the engine probably has an electic solenoid control witha position sensor, along with the ...
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| Alternator / 'regulator' checkiing. '94 GV | 11/17/2009 |
Q: Greetings Roland, from a fellow 'A-Expert' (tig welding). I have a problem with our '94 Grand ...
A: The wiring diagrams show there to be 4 wires: the red wire is the output that goes to the battery, ...
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| LeBaron hood latch | 11/16/2009 |
Q: Roland. I drive what you have -- an '89 LeBaron. Mine's a convertible, 2.5L non Turbo. Today's ...
A: The car is on the road for about another hour but I expect it back soon. I believe that the knob on ...
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| Neutral safety switch: 42LE Transmission | 11/16/2009 |
Q: Where is the neutral safety switch located on a 1995 Chrysler concord 3.3 liter. I bought a part but ...
A: The manual valve lever position sensor switch is located inside the transmission on the valve body ...
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| Replace 2000 Chrsyler Concord Reading Bulb | 11/16/2009 |
Q: I've gone to the dealership and they don't know how to replace the passenger side reading lamp bulb. ...
A: If the bulb is inside the overhead console then you must remove the console. If there is a single ...
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| error codes 0172, 1391 | 11/16/2009 |
Q: I have an 02 Pt Cruiser thats given the error codes p0172(Air/fuel mix is far too rich)(too much air ...
A: Unfortunately these two are not very specific, but take a look at those possibilities that seem to ...
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| 1994 Dodge caravan: headlamps stay 'on' | 11/15/2009 |
Q: ANSWER: Hi Elvis, There is an electromechanical switch (called a relay) which when activated (by ...
A: Is the headlamp dimmer switch in the high beam position? If not, then I am beginning to suspect that ...
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| 1994 Dodge caravan: headlamps stay 'on' | 11/15/2009 |
Q: hi sir i have a 1994 dodge caravan my head light are staying on when the van is not running this ...
A: There is an electromechanical switch (called a relay) which when activated (by turning on the ...
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| rear window wiper/2002 town & country van | 11/15/2009 |
Q: wiper stopped working,replaced fuse, still will not working, could this be the motor or electric ...
A: Which fuse did you replace (11?), because I believe that is the one that provides power to 'park' ...
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| 1996 Dodge 3.9L: no start, after coming to a stop | 11/15/2009 |
Q: Van stopped at a light and will not start again. Checked fuel delivery checked relays cap rotor ...
A: I believe that a '96 model year vehicle gives you some trouble codes that would be a clue by means ...
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| Reattaching the front caliper hold on clip on a 2004 Chrysler Sebring | 11/15/2009 |
Q: I need to know how to reattach the caliper clip on a 2004 Chrysler Sebring on a friends car. I ...
A: If the clip on the driver's side caliper is set up OK, then just use that as your best example of ...
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| Heater Blowing Cold/ Won't Shut off | 11/15/2009 |
Q: It made me start a new question. The relay is not the problem. I swapped it out and it still kept ...
A: I suspect the blower motor module is your problem. I will copy and mail the pages about changing ...
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| problem with transmission: drops to 2nd | 11/14/2009 |
Q: I have a 2004 dodge neon with a 2.0liter with overdrive the car goes in every gear when it goes into ...
A: When it does that it is going into 'limp-in mode' which is self-defensive to prevent damage to the ...
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| Code 0401/0403: not repaired | 11/14/2009 |
Q: my car went through the emission tst and the problem is codes p0403 and p0401 i have no clue wht it ...
A: The problem evidentally is not the valve itself but the electrical part or the vacuum part of the ...
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| Transmission problem: 2nd gear only | 11/14/2009 |
Q: My car won't shift ou of my second gear, Chevy cavalier, 2002 engine 2,2 L ECOTEC. The engine light ...
A: The electronic transmissions have a fail-safe fallback when something is wrong that if allowed to ...
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| trans torque converter clutch lock up symptom | 11/14/2009 |
Q: what are the common symptoms for a torque converter clutch that will not disengage thank you
A: It would be the same as driving a stick shift w/clutch and not stepping on the clutch pedal when ...
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| Heater Blowing Cold/ Won't Shut Off | 11/14/2009 |
Q: May I get a copy of the instructions you offer for the recalibration routine for a 2001 Chrysler ...
A: Yes, just send me another question, choosing the 'private' option and your address will be secure. I ...
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| '97 Voyager: theft alarm-cluster problem | 11/13/2009 |
Q: Some one told me it can be the printed ckt board in the cluster, and I have to replace the circuit ...
A: The instrument cluster is a 'board' that holds all the lights/gauges and the electrical connections ...
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| Reverse gear problem, Voyager '96 3speed | 11/13/2009 |
Q: I have a -96 Plymouth Voyager 2.4L automatic transaxle 3speed, 140k miles, bought in Dallas, that ...
A: There are several possible adjustments that could be tried: The hydraulic pressure could be low due ...
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| EGR valve: can it stick and cause a 'miss' when accelerating | 11/13/2009 |
Q: 2005 Town and Country 3.3 L w/ 100,250 miles. A local shop checked my check engine light and said ...
A: Yes, the missing when accelerating is a common symptom of the egr failing to close tightly when you ...
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| '02 Sebring multi-function switch: R&R | 11/12/2009 |
Q: I am working on a 02 chrysler sebring convertable touring. How do i remove the multi function ...
A: I have the '03 manual but it gives the procedure for removing the entire column from the car of ...
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| 1997 Voyager/theft alarm problem | 11/12/2009 |
Q: The exact description of my problem is: I have a 1997 Voyager. When I unlock the door and get in, ...
A: I sent this answer yesterday (with one small error I have now corrected): Have you tried the door ...
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| Disabling Alarm: '92 New Yorker | 11/12/2009 |
Q: please help. i have the exact same problem and car (1992 Chrysler New Yorker Fifth Avenue V6) as ...
A: I think the way to go is to get to that theft module by removing the glove box,etc. module as I ...
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| '00 Sebring convert. won't start/no starter action | 11/12/2009 |
Q: I have a 2000 chrysler sebring jxi convertible I was having problems earlier this week with the car ...
A: The failure of the starter motor to turn over could be due to the battery, but I would believe there ...
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| Disabling Alarm: '92 New Yorker | 11/12/2009 |
Q: please help. i have the exact same problem and car (1992 Chrysler New Yorker Fifth Avenue V6) as ...
A: I am not sure how it is that putting the key in the ingnition switch should trigger the set light. ...
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| Disabling Alarm: '92 New Yorker | 11/12/2009 |
Q: please help. i have the exact same problem and car (1992 Chrysler New Yorker Fifth Avenue V6) as ...
A: I am going by the '92 manual but it isn't highly specific. Basically you have to get to the area ...
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| 1997 Voyager/theft alarm problem | 11/12/2009 |
Q: I find an answer of this question in ...
A: Have you tried the door lock on the passenger side to see if it will disarm the system? If that ...
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| wire with Small black capsule in Lebaron '87 engine compartment | 11/11/2009 |
Q: I have a Lebaron 1987 (Mexican) 2.2 Turbo II. I was wondering if you could help me with the use and ...
A: The one item I see in the wiring diagrams is a 'diode' with a white wire and a black stripe wire ...
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| 1989 dodge spirit LE.. intermitting stalling | 11/11/2009 |
Q: I have a 89 Dodge Spirit Let that will stall whenever it feels like it, could be after 1 hour of ...
A: I have the same year and engine in a LeBaron coupe, so I have some experience. Have you checked for ...
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| 1999 Chrysler T&C: Engine shuts off | 11/11/2009 |
Q: We were driving home from a wedding this afternoon when the battery light came on followed by the ...
A: It appears to me that either the battery is not accepting a charge (such that the voltage is too low ...
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| '94 3.5L: motor knock, and shutdown | 11/11/2009 |
Q: I just purchased a 1994 New Yorker w/ the 3.5 at, and on the way home, it just shut down on me.. ...
A: I would question the condition of the battery (approximate age compared to warranty, possibly a date ...
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| Location of pcm/ecu on 2001 Sebring | 11/11/2009 |
Q: Where is the computer (ecu) located on a 2001 Chrysler Sebring. I have looked behind the glove box ...
A: I believe you will find it more easily if you remove the engine air intake box (where the air filter ...
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| '91 3.0L: low voltage output | 11/11/2009 |
Q: i have a 1991 lebaron cnvt w/3.0 v6 at the volts are low below 12v when running i had the alternator ...
A: The voltage regulator is part of the engine control module and is not a separate part. The voltage ...
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| 94 Intrepid 3.5L - Dies when put in gear | 11/11/2009 |
Q: My son-in-law, Matt, has a 94 Dodge Intrepid with a 3.5L engine. The engine idles smoothly and seems ...
A: It sounds like the torque converter lock-up is engaged when it shouldn't be. That could be due to ...
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| electrical intermittents | 11/10/2009 |
Q: ive got a 2005 2.5 crd voyager which when its running the lights flicker on tick over and it cuts ...
A: This sounds like something which causes a 'common mode' failure, by which I mean lights, engine, ...
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| 1998 Mini-van front hub assembly: R&R | 11/10/2009 |
Q: How hard is it to replace the front right bearing hub assembly? Can you give me some lead about how ...
A: It is covered in the '98 shop manual which I have, on about 4 pages. Here is the text, without the ...
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| bcm re-programming | 11/10/2009 |
Q: We just installed a new used BCM. we were told there was a programming sequence we needed. I have a ...
A: The main issue is to enable the vehicle theft security system. If you don't have that system then it ...
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| heating system | 11/10/2009 |
Q: i have a 97 chrysler concorde LTI and when i shut the heat and fan off the front defrosters on the ...
A: There are 2 types of heater/AC controls: a conventional unit and a digital temp readout unit. Both ...
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| 1999 Chrysler Town and Country Limited Editon Engine shut off | 11/10/2009 |
Q: We were driving home from a wedding this afternoon when the battery light came on followed by the ...
A: I wonder if when the dealer 'reprogrammed' the pcm they also took into account the vehicle theft ...
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| 1999 Chrysler Town and Country Limited Editon Engine shut off | 11/9/2009 |
Q: We were driving home from a wedding this afternoon when the battery light came on followed by the ...
A: I need to know exactly what is and isn't working now, what warning lights are 'on', what parts of ...
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| 97 Sebring Conv. Limp Mode Trans. | 11/9/2009 |
Q: I have a 1997 Chrysler Sebring JXI Convertible 2.5 L V6 with Autostick , it has 99,000 miles on it ...
A: The 0733 is consistent with the limp mode. I had another owner with that same code yesterday and ...
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| Harsh shift from neutral to drive: 41th trans | 11/9/2009 |
Q: .first let me say I had 3 of these sebring verts and I love them..I have at the present time a 2000 ...
A: One factory manual suggests that a harsh shift from neutral to drive is caused by the 'lock-up valve ...
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| thermostat bolt removel 2.5L V-6 | 11/9/2009 |
Q: i have 1996 2.5 6cyl cirrus cant get to bottom bolt to change thermostat any suggestions for an ...
A: I am not clear if you can't access the bolt, or if you can, and it won't turn. If the former, try ...
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| 1999 Chrysler Town & Country Air/Heat Not Working | 11/9/2009 |
Q: I have a 1999 Town & Country. Granted it has had it's fair share of problems along the way, at ...
A: This show there is an abnormality on the AC cooldown test result. But you have to press some more ...
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| 1999 Chrysler Town & Country Air/Heat Not Working | 11/9/2009 |
Q: I have a 1999 Town & Country. Granted it has had it's fair share of problems along the way, at ...
A: I am not certain what to make of what you told me other than that the blower in the rear is working. ...
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| 1999 Chrysler Town & Country Air/Heat Not Working | 11/9/2009 |
Q: I have a 1999 Town & Country. Granted it has had it's fair share of problems along the way, at ...
A: The noise may have been the blower motor binding or fan attached thereto rubbing on the housing. The ...
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| '99 PLY Voyager ASD Relay non cranking issue | 11/9/2009 |
Q: After just replacing the battery on the 1999 Voyager, the van would not turn over while trying to ...
A: You are hearing the sound of the voltage applied to the actuation coil of the relay. It should have ...
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| 2.5 V-6: interference or non-interference? | 11/9/2009 |
Q: I have just changed the timing belt and water pump on my bosses car. It has a 2.5L V6 Engine. After ...
A: I have to admit that if it is non-interference the manuals don't specifically say so. The Chrysler ...
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| Transmission Problem: code 0733 | 11/9/2009 |
Q: 2000 Dodge Intrepid-transmission won't go past second gear and makes a whining sound, pulled two ...
A: About the only diagnostic test would be to measure the clutch volume indices, at a good independent ...
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| 'service engine soon' indicator light | 11/8/2009 |
Q: 1999 Chrysler T%26C has service engine soon light on, is this light the same as a check engine? will ...
A: I would suggest going to an Autozone parts store for a free fault code readout, or an independent ...
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| half-axle removal | 11/8/2009 |
Q: how to remove the driver side axle when stuck?
A: The important point is to not simply pull on the half shaft because that will possibly damage the ...
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| Neon '01: 4-speed automatic range sensor | 11/8/2009 |
Q: I have a Neon 1995cc with 4 speed automatic transmission the 41TE i have been getting a few ...
A: My '01 FSM for the Neon doesn't show the 41th details; doesn't mention that trans at all and shown ...
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| Install timing belt: 3.5L (EGE) '95 | 11/8/2009 |
Q: I am replacing a broken timing belt on a 1995 Chrysler New Yorker 3.5 engine.The problem i have is ...
A: You need to apply the timing belt in a specific pattern: start it at the crank sprocket go ...
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| 2003 Sebring key fob reprogram | 11/8/2009 |
Q: I have a 2003 sebring convertible. The key remotes had been working fine until I decided to replace ...
A: To reactivate (reprogram) you have to have at least one remote that works. Otherwise you have to ...
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| Power mirror switch connector | 11/8/2009 |
Q: I want to know where can i buy a power switch connector 10 hole 3 prong for side mirror(right)neon ...
A: If the dealer doesn't sell it either, you will probably have to go to a pull-it-yourself wrecking ...
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| 'service engine soon' indicator light | 11/7/2009 |
Q: 1999 Chrysler T%26C has service engine soon light on, is this light the same as a check engine? will ...
A: If the light is below and slightly inboard to the oil pressure warning light then that is the ...
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| Changing Driver Side Headlight Bulb: 2004 Chrysler 300m | 11/7/2009 |
Q: Did everything you stated, but I am unable to remove the lightbulb which is attached to the ...
A: The '04 manual for the Halogen bulb shows that there is a retaining ring at the rear of the housing ...
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| Changing Driver Side Headlight Bulb: minivan | 11/7/2009 |
Q: Did everything you stated, but I am unable to remove the lightbulb which is attached to the ...
A: This is the '99 minivan that you asked Kevin about on 10/17 correct? I believe you start by removing ...
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| '97 Sebring heater lines | 11/7/2009 |
Q: I have a leakingg heater line near the distributor cap. How does the line come off the tube comming ...
A: The two heater pipes appear to attach to the large manifold (that contains the thermostat and filler ...
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| '97 Chrysler Sebring: only starts/idles with foot on the gas | 11/7/2009 |
Q: car will not start unless you have your foot on the gas..and it will not idle unless you do the same ...
A: It sounds like a too rich mixture, so I would suggest that you clean the throat, idle air passageway ...
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| 98 Ply GR Voyager: Alternator Field Coil | 11/6/2009 |
Q: Roland - I hope you had a good vacation. Based on some AutoZone schematics and your other answers ...
A: I'm glad you found the problem, it makes you wonder about the accuracy of O'Reilly's salesperson. I ...
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| BCM on an '01 LHS | 11/6/2009 |
Q: I have an '01 LHS with a bad BCM (stereo dead, climate control freaked out, NO BUS messages, all up ...
A: It is not a complex process to remove and install the fuse box (called the junction block)/bcm unit, ...
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| transmission shifts to neutral when accelerated | 11/6/2009 |
Q: when accelerating from stop, trans will jump out of gear to neutral and then go back in gear when i ...
A: I suspect that one of the three engine mounts is worn so badly that the engine moves when you put ...
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| 99 Concorde 2.7L trans. fault code P1784 | 11/5/2009 |
Q: I have 1999 Concorde with 2.7L 44000 original miles. Mother-in-law had car since new & rarely drove ...
A: Just one of my manuals list the details about that code. Given its title and the symptom you ...
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| Symptons of Worn Timing Belt | 11/5/2009 |
Q: What are the things to look for if your timing belt is going bad? I have a rough sound to the motor, ...
A: The timing belt wear is generally not going to be noticed as roughness either of the engine or the ...
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| 04' Concorde 2.7L - antifreeze leak | 11/5/2009 |
Q: I have 2 problems with my car (04' 6cyl 2.7L). 1. sludge in oil and 2. antifreeze leak. Okay, so ...
A: The leak at the water outlet housing may be simply a not fully closed 'bleed valve' which is located ...
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| 97 Sebring Conv. Limp Mode Trans. | 11/5/2009 |
Q: I have a 1997 Chrysler Sebring JXI Convertible 2.5 L V6 with Autostick , it has 99,000 miles on it ...
A: I don't know of any precautions you need to take in the exchange. I am not familiar with the heat ...
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| '93 Imperial no start when warm | 11/5/2009 |
Q: I have a 1993 Chrysler Imperial that will not start after it has been driven for a while. When I try ...
A: I believe that is the symbol for the windshield washer fluid bottle needing to be refilled. So on ...
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| 98 Ply GR Voyager: Alternator Field Coil | 11/5/2009 |
Q: Roland - I hope you had a good vacation. Based on some AutoZone schematics and your other answers ...
A: I don't understand the discrepency between what you say is how yours is wired/Autozone and my '98 ...
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| 98 Ply GR Voyager: Alternator Field Coil | 11/4/2009 |
Q: Roland - I hope you had a good vacation. Based on some AutoZone schematics and your other answers ...
A: I checked the pin assigments at the pcm and found that the ends of the alternator coil go to pin 4 ...
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| A604 Transmission: shift to neutral on its own | 11/4/2009 |
Q: I have a 1993 Chrysler Fifth Ave. Once the Engine is warm, the Transmission will disengage every ...
A: When you say 'disengage' I assume that you mean shift into neutral by itself, correct? Is it ...
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| no headlights, tail lights, or dash lights: Lebaron | 11/4/2009 |
Q: I have a 94 lebaron convertible and while driving the other night, all the lights went out. Head ...
A: That helps clarify the situation. I believe that your headlamp switch on the left pod has failed as ...
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| 2001 Chrysler 300 M: starter motor flaky | 11/4/2009 |
Q: I have a Chrysler 2001 300 M; Bought new. Recently when I turn the ignition key- it goes "click"; ...
A: I assume that the click is fairly loud so it has to be the solenoid switch on the starter motor ...
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| 1998 Chrysler Cirrus 2.5L V6 rough idle/acceleration | 11/4/2009 |
Q: Roland, A couple of weeks ago I decided to change the spark plugs and spark plug wires in my 1998 ...
A: It appears that you do have an arcing problem rather than an egr problem based upon the observations ...
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| 97 Sebring Conv. Limp Mode Trans. | 11/4/2009 |
Q: I have a 1997 Chrysler Sebring JXI Convertible 2.5 L V6 with Autostick , it has 99,000 miles on it ...
A: The trans goes into limp mode either because the TCM has detected a problem with the trans that ...
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| crackling sound from front end | 11/4/2009 |
Q: i have a 2001 infinity qx4 that has 130,000 miles on it. when i step on the gas/accelerate it is ...
A: If the crackling sound is also more pronounced when you are turning to the left or the right, and if ...
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| '93 minivan: won't idle | 11/3/2009 |
Q: hey roland. my wife has a 93 dodge caravan and we can't keep it running. it'll either start and then ...
A: Many of the possible causes are monitored by the engine controller which when it sees a problem ...
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| 04' concorde antifreeze leak near bleeder valve | 11/3/2009 |
Q: I have an antifreeze leak near some sort of bleeder valve in front of car. Noticed leak twice on ...
A: There is a bleed valve on the front center of the engine which is used to let air escape from the ...
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| starter malfunction: '01 Neon | 11/3/2009 |
Q: My 2001 dodge neon will not turn over, brand new battery, but when I try to start it it won't make a ...
A: Try moving the gear shift a bit off the detent position(both directions) from neutral and from park ...
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| 1998 Chrysler Cirrus 2.5L V6 rough idle/acceleration | 11/3/2009 |
Q: Roland, A couple of weeks ago I decided to change the spark plugs and spark plug wires in my 1998 ...
A: I haven't personally looked behind the engine, but in light of the arcing and the fault code it ...
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| Door Locks not working:'05 minivan | 11/3/2009 |
Q: I have a 2005 Town and Country and my automatic door locks have just stopped working. The only way ...
A: The power for the door lock motors is provided by two fuses in the power box in the engine ...
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| no headlights, tail lights, or dash lights | 11/3/2009 |
Q: I have a 94 lebaron convertible and while driving the other night, all the lights went out. Head ...
A: I need to know more: When you say that the bright lights work, do you mean only the 'optical horn' ...
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| '01 dodge caravan:how to replace pdc/ipm? | 11/3/2009 |
Q: Car will not start local dodge dealer says power distribution box under hood needs replaced. Part is ...
A: You are welcome. Let me know a postal mailing address if you want the pages. To remove the ipm, ...
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| '01 dodge caravan:how to replace pdc/ipm? | 11/2/2009 |
Q: Car will not start local dodge dealer says power distribution box under hood needs replaced. Part is ...
A: The 'intergrated power module' also formerly called the power distribution center, is as far as I ...
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| 1991 New Yorker 5th Ave. hesitates on acceleration | 11/2/2009 |
Q: This just started about a week ago. The car has approx. 52,000 miles on the v6 and has been kept in ...
A: You are correct in that the 3.3L doesn't have an egr in '91 except if sold first in California, but ...
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| '99 Grand Voyager Heat problems | 11/2/2009 |
Q: Our 1999 Ply Grand Voyager's heat is not working - it blows cold air mostly, although at times it ...
A: The problem is likely with the blend door actuator or the blend door itself being stuck in the full ...
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| 2001 Caravan with heater issues | 11/2/2009 |
Q: I was driving with the temperature control off. All of sudden I heard the blower turn on and it was ...
A: Check fuses 14,19,20,24 in the power box in the engine compartment. Those all supply power to the ...
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| charge light 'on' | 11/2/2009 |
Q: need to know why my battery light keep coming on i have a 98 dodge grand caravan just put new top ...
A: It could well be the alternator or a wire that controls it. I would go to an Autozone parts store ...
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| How to replace a driver's side mirror:LH body | 11/2/2009 |
Q: I have a 2001 Chrysler Concorde and a deer hit the side of my car and ripped off the mirror...I have ...
A: The '99 and '04 manuals I have are not too specific about the details, but it appears to me that ...
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| 1991 New Yorker 5th Ave. hesitates on acceleration | 11/2/2009 |
Q: This just started about a week ago. The car has approx. 52,000 miles on the v6 and has been kept in ...
A: It is probably a mixture problem but to start you could check for fault codes using the ignition ...
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| coolant leaking: '02 Sebring | 11/2/2009 |
Q: 2002 crystler sebring convertable .Hi i just had my water pump replaced because the coolant was ...
A: If this is the 2.7L engine, then the filler bottle has two sections, one is really part of the ...
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| '88 318 V-8: loss of spark coil | 11/2/2009 |
Q: kills coils- New pick up coil new Dist. cap an rotor no fire out of coil after running 10 mintues ...
A: It is an '83 manual actually and it shows that engine to have a 'spark control computer'. When you ...
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| '88 Chrysler M - Body Fifth Avenue- loss of spark | 11/1/2009 |
Q: kills coils- New pick up coil new Dist. cap an rotor no fire out of coil after running 10 mintues
A: I believe the M-body is a RWD about which I don't have any manuals newer than '82. Which engine is ...
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| Rear bearing: 2000 Sebring convertible | 11/1/2009 |
Q: How do I replace a rear wheel bearing. I can't find the steps anywhere.
A: The rear bearing and hub are sold as a unit, and supposedly they are permanently lubricated. So if ...
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| hard starting: '99 V-6 | 11/1/2009 |
Q: hey Roland, i had to replace a cam sensor in my 99 Chrysler 300 m. i replaced it but my car is still ...
A: What fault codes do you have from a fault code readout? You can get a free readout at the Autozone ...
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| 1994 Chrysler New Yorker Spark Plug Wires | 10/31/2009 |
Q: What is involved in changing the spark plug wires? Does the entire intake manifold have to be ...
A: No, the wires can be removed without taking out the manifold, and yes they are fed from underneath. ...
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| '96 Chrys T&C LXi (tranny problem) | 10/31/2009 |
Q: I purchased a used minivan less than a year ago. Its barely over 100k miles. Previous owner said ...
A: The car will run without the battery if the engine is turning over reasonably. The alternator ...
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| Odometer - New Yorker 91 | 10/31/2009 |
Q: the odometer on my kids NY'er 91 has stopped working, the speedometer works fine, the display is a ...
A: The odometer and the speedometer are both driven electrically by a single gear on the transmission ...
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| 2001 Ply Neon - no start | 10/31/2009 |
Q: Car will not start, and no fault codes. With Camshaft sensor unplugged , car will start after extra ...
A: Take a look at the MAP sensor signal to see if it might be "off-value" but not so much as the set a ...
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| '96 Chrys T&C LXi (tranny problem) | 10/31/2009 |
Q: I purchased a used minivan less than a year ago. Its barely over 100k miles. Previous owner said ...
A: The transmission is going into 'limp-in mode' which means it won't shift up beyond 2nd gear. It does ...
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| door clicking off &on | 10/31/2009 |
Q: What has to be done to stop door locks from clicking off and on on 1998 Plymouth Voyager mini van?
A: Check for a loosely adjusted door latch striker. Probably one of the doors is loose enough that when ...
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| Chryslr 06 Sebring Starter change, 2.7L V6 | 10/31/2009 |
Q: I saw your answer to Felix (6/8/2008) about this same subject for the 2001 V-6 24 Valve DOHC ...
A: Unfortunately my newest manual is an '03 supplement which doesn't have a section about the starter ...
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| Key fob ineffective in busy areas | 10/31/2009 |
Q: I have had the car for nearly 10 years with no problems but in all that time the remote will not ...
A: If anything is the answer I would suspect that the batteries in the fob are weak (two CR2016) such ...
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| '99 dodge stratus:flaky fuel gauge reading | 10/31/2009 |
Q: when i put my foot on the gas my needle went to E and when i took my foot off the gas it went back ...
A: The float in the gas tank may have a 'dead' spot along its variable resistor and the jarring that ...
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| 97 Sebring coupe: power door lock intermittent | 10/31/2009 |
Q: the door-looks are working intermittently (electrically) is there a door-lock relay, and if so ...
A: There are two relays for the power door locks; one is under the radio in the center console stack ...
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| '02 PT turn signals/hazards | 10/30/2009 |
Q: '02 PT cruiser limited. Multiswitch was replaced (fog lights wern't working) now hazard & signals ...
A: There are two fuses in the turn/hazard system: the #15 that you checked and the #19 in power ...
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| '98 T & C: Code 1698/tcm, cluster,abs intermittent | 10/30/2009 |
Q: Our 98 Town & Country has 165,400 miles on it. It has been great (even though the fuel gauge reads ...
A: The 1698 merely reports that the transmission digital signal is missing in action which may be due ...
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| '93 LH-body: no spark on plugs 3/6, code 43 | 10/30/2009 |
Q: sir: I have a 1993 concorde. I get no spark from the #6, and #3 by pulling the plug wires loose. I ...
A: I was confused? because you said you got spark from 3 but not 6 and that sounds like a coil pack or ...
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| Concorde Wiper Linkage | 10/30/2009 |
Q: I need to replace the windshield wiper linkage on my 1998 Chrysler Concorde. I have the part, but ...
A: You have to remove the wiper motor to then deal with the linkage. There are about 5 pages in the '98 ...
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| 2000-Chrysler 300m window switch | 10/30/2009 |
Q: The my driver side window does not work. I think it is the switch. How do I fix it? Thanks
A: It could be either the motor or the switch. In any case, you have to first remove the door trim ...
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| '94 Lebaron Contvertible:interior lights/odo/radio out | 10/30/2009 |
Q: Good Morning, I odometer, switch for mirror adjustment, radio and interior lights stopped working. I ...
A: Take a close look at fuse 13 in the box that is under the dash to see if it might have a crack in ...
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| 1996 Cirrus: no starter, radio, wipers, directionals, etc. | 10/30/2009 |
Q: I have 1996 Cirrus LX. Runs great since purchasing it new. Just today the car would not start. ...
A: There is one fuse in the box in the engine compartment that plays a role in everything that isn't ...
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| short in wiring: AC,AY body '91, dash fuse #13 | 10/29/2009 |
Q: I have a 91 Dodge Dynasty LE 4 door with the fuse panel in the glove box. It appears a mouse chewed ...
A: Fuse #13 is the one that powers: deck lid release and pull down, horn relay located above the glove ...
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| Intermittent P0340 2.7 2002 Stratus ES | 10/29/2009 |
Q: Car: 116K 2.7L Stratus ES. Relevant work: Timing chain, cam & crank sprocket, water pump, oil pump ...
A: The i680 and 1591 codes don't seem to be related to the engine so I would set those aside. Because ...
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| 96 new yorker cam sensor test | 10/28/2009 |
Q: I have a 96 new yorker and a 94 lhs The lhs runs and the new yorker has no spark on the running car ...
A: I believe that pin 1 wire on the camshaft plug of both engines should be 8v and orange in color. ...
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| Rack and Pinion bushings | 10/28/2009 |
Q: I was wondering if it would be possible for us to replace the rack and pinion bushings on our car, ...
A: I can't be sure how much disassembly will be required as the manual only shows how to remove and ...
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| '87 New Yorker AC, turn signals, windows | 10/28/2009 |
Q: I have a 1987 Chrysler fifth ave.I am having a problem with my turning lights and windows also the ...
A: I am not certain whether the '87 New Yorker Fifth Avenue is a front wheel drive vehicle (in which ...
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| '94 Lebaron keyless entry | 10/28/2009 |
Q: i have a 94 chrysler lebaron. it has factory power locks and factory alarm system. this is the ...
A: You would have to compare the plugs for the two bcm's to see if they were similarly numbered and if ...
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| '94 Lebaron keyless entry | 10/28/2009 |
Q: i have a 94 chrysler lebaron. it has factory power locks and factory alarm system. this is the ...
A: I unfortunately don't have the '95 wiring diagrams for the Lebaron, just the '94. In the '94 lhs ...
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| dodge neon 2002 es | 10/28/2009 |
Q: P1698 no ccd message from tcm? i got this message
A: I wonder which transmission you have in the car? If it is the three-speed automatic (1,2,D) then ...
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| 98 SEBRING CONVERTIBLE LEAKS | 10/27/2009 |
Q: I READ YOUR ANSWER TO A SIMILAR /COMMON DRAIN HOLE PLUGGED PROBLEM. YOU OFFERED TO SEND INFORMATION ...
A: Unfortunately the FSM doesn't actually describe where the drain holes are located so the only way I ...
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| '86 New Yorker ATC blower motor control | 10/27/2009 |
Q: The car has an all electronic ATC head unit. Only the High blower speed works but the lower blower ...
A: The blower speed is controlled by an electronic "power module" that is built-in to the under-dash ...
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| LHS 1999: coolant refill procedure | 10/27/2009 |
Q: How Do you get to the thermostat of a Chrysler 1999 LHS? Mines keeps running hot and theres no ...
A: The funnel (special part No. 8195) has a sidevent to release air from the pressure chamber portion ...
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| Heater working sporadicaly | 10/27/2009 |
Q: Heat is blowing refrigerated air, cooler than outside temp, while the engine temp gauge is showing ...
A: This sounds like a truck or full-size van because of the engine size, which I don't have manuals ...
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| 2000 neon stalling | 10/27/2009 |
Q: Last week my Neon 2.0 liter stalled, she has never done this before. When you come to stop it ...
A: The easiest way to find a reason is to take advantage of the built-in diagnostic capability of the ...
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| '93 LH-body: no spark on plug 6, code 43 | 10/26/2009 |
Q: sir: I have a 1993 concorde. I get no spark from the #6, and #3 by pulling the plug wires loose. I ...
A: Happy New Year! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race to be ...
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| '99 Sebring convt. electrical intermittents | 10/26/2009 |
Q: 1999 sebring convt jxi-vin #3c3el55h3xt530988 no fog lights no voltage at the sockets,headlight ...
A: Happy New Year! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race to be ...
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| Limp Mode '02 Concorde: Codes 0871, 1776 | 10/26/2009 |
Q: My 2002 Chrystler Concorde went into limp mode after a very long drive a couple weeks ago. I had my ...
A: Happy New Year! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race to be ...
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| 1996 Town and Country - Code 61 | 10/26/2009 |
Q: My newly purchased used Town and Country almost immediately started stalling when the van was warmed ...
A: Happy New Year! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race to be ...
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| '91 mini-van electronic trans drives in 2nd gear only | 10/26/2009 |
Q: i have a 91 plymouth grand voyager and i am haveing a problem with the transmission before it was ...
A: Happy New Year! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race to be ...
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| 91 LaBaron: no spark (despite new coil/distributor module) | 10/25/2009 |
Q: Ok so I drove the car about 100 miles it ran fine no over heating really smooth. Came home cooked ...
A: Happy New Year, Suzette! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close ...
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| Chrysler T&C 2005 3rd brake light switch | 10/25/2009 |
Q: Right side and brake and turn signal bulbs are good. Continuity good. Is a it possibly the 3rd ...
A: Happy New Year, Brad ! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| '93 Concord 3.3L: not starting & stalls. | 10/25/2009 |
Q: 93 Chrysler Concord 3.3 not starting %26 stalls. How to check: coil, MAP, O2 sensors,
A: Happy New Year, Ed! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race to ...
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| '97 T & C Instrument Cluster Erratic Behavior | 10/25/2009 |
Q: Recently the instrument cluster has been erratic with the engine off and the key removed--gauges ...
A: Happy New Year, Don! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| '89 4 cyl. firing order | 10/25/2009 |
Q: i have been looking for the firing order and a diagram of it for a 1989 plymouth acclaim. It is my ...
A: Happy New Year, Todd! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| '97 T & C Instrument Cluster Erratic Behavior | 10/25/2009 |
Q: Recently the instrument cluster has been erratic with the engine off and the key removed--gauges ...
A: It may either be electronic noise in the power supply to the cluster or malfunction in the digital ...
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| voyager trans problem: code 0733 | 10/24/2009 |
Q: 2000 Plymouth voyager, 3.3 liter, 41te 4-speed auto trans. I was going up a hill and it downshifted ...
A: Happy New Year, Jeff! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| '00 2.5 V-6 .; intermittent 'miss', code 0401 | 10/24/2009 |
Q: we have installed plugs wires rotor egr valve coil pack air and fuel filter small vacuum leak (that ...
A: Happy New Year, Debi! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| 1995 New Yorker: No start | 10/24/2009 |
Q: i code read this car and it reads 1-2-5-5 can you tell me what that means? ANSWER: Hi Daniel, Code ...
A: Happy New Year, Daniel! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close ...
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| 2.7L water pump weep:'00 Intrepid | 10/24/2009 |
Q: This vehicle has 113,000 miles approx and we have owned in it for the last 8 years. It overheated on ...
A: Happy New Year, Nelleah! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close ...
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| 97 LHS Heater Motor resistor/module | 10/24/2009 |
Q: Roland, I was reading your answer concerning the blower motor resistor. My question is this: Is ...
A: Happy New Year, Jon! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| voyager trans problem | 10/24/2009 |
Q: 2000 Plymouth voyager, 3.3 liter, 41te 4-speed auto trans. I was going up a hill and it downshifted ...
A: Check the trans fluid level. Then disconnect the battery for a few minutes, drive it some more, and ...
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| '00 2.5 V-6 Sebring conv.; intermittent 'miss' | 10/24/2009 |
Q: we have installed plugs wires rotor egr valve coil pack air and fuel filter small vacuum leak (that ...
A: Have you tried for a fault code readout? There is a socket under the dash by the steering wheel into ...
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| No temp control: '97 Intrepid/Concorde | 10/24/2009 |
Q: I have a 97 Intrepid 3.5 and can't change the heat temp from full blast hot. The AC has been ...
A: Happy New Year! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race to be ...
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| Chrysler 300m analog clock | 10/24/2009 |
Q: I read your answer to the analog clock on removal. I have another question on that clock is the ...
A: The clock is powered by the same fuse that powers the interior lights when the car is shut down ...
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| 2001 Stratus -No Spark | 10/24/2009 |
Q: I am working on a 2001 stratus, I replaced the engine with a 2.7 that I rebuilt. We have no spark. I ...
A: Happy New Year, Dan! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| 2004 PT Cruiser temp sensor r&r | 10/24/2009 |
Q: can anyone tell me how to go about removing the temp sensor there is not much room to get to it . do ...
A: According to the '02 manual I have for the PT, you would do well to remove the battery for better ...
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| 01 caravan sport bad idle/accel. | 10/24/2009 |
Q: I was on my way home last night when i had to make an emergency stop to prevent from hitting an ...
A: Happy New Year, Jason! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| crank sensor voltage: 12V? | 10/23/2009 |
Q: my question is the car wont start its not receiving crank signal. i ran a new signal wire and new ...
A: Happy New Year, Chris! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| 2.7 timing chain: cause of 'exhaust sound'? | 10/23/2009 |
Q: I have a 2001 intrepid. I am having an issue with what sounds like exhaust noise in the intake when ...
A: Happy New Year, David! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| Intrepid, no cabin heat/core flush | 10/23/2009 |
Q: My wife and I recently discovered that the heater in our 02 Dodge intrepid, 2.7 liter engine (118k ...
A: Happy New Year, Jay! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| 1999 chrysler concorde 3.2: no start | 10/23/2009 |
Q: when i first started having problems thought i had bad gas , stalld out changed plugs and ran great. ...
A: Happy New Year, Terrie! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close ...
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| No spark: 2.7L | 10/23/2009 |
Q: I had a guy put in a rebuilt 2.7 engine he had rebuilt. He has everything in, but says he has no ...
A: Happy New Year, Brian! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| Limp Mode 2002 chrystler concorde | 10/22/2009 |
Q: My 2002 Chrystler Concorde went into limp mode after a very long drive a couple weeks ago. I had my ...
A: There are several possible causes for the these codes: Check fuse Q in the power box under the hood ...
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| '95 Concorde Driver's Window Slipped Off Track | 10/22/2009 |
Q: You helped me with another problem and I really appreciated your advice. Last night my driver's side ...
A: Happy New Year, Cindy! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| 97 Sebring 2.4L:" no start" | 10/22/2009 |
Q: My '97 Sebring convertible (2.4 w/o auto-stick) died suddenly while driving. The enginge cranks ...
A: Happy New Year, Mark! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| 2.7L rough idle | 10/22/2009 |
Q: 1999 Chrysler Condcorde 2.7L engine. When it is in motion the idling is perfect, once it has come to ...
A: Happy New Year, John! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| Radio cuts out/cuts in: '96-'00 Sebring conv. | 10/22/2009 |
Q: 1999 sebring convt jxi-vin #3c3el55h3xt530988 radio cut in and out checked for lose wires bad ...
A: Happy New Year, Robert! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close ...
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| 2004 Chrysler Sebring Convertible Noise | 10/22/2009 |
Q: I have a 2004 Sebring convertible with the 2.7 engine. I can detect 2 distinct noises that my ...
A: Happy New Year, Tony! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| 2001 T and C LXI: Speedometer Issue | 10/22/2009 |
Q: Recently, the speedometer on my 2001 Town and Country began moving up to 5 or 10 mph when the car is ...
A: Happy New Year, Dave! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| 2001 Chrysler T & C: harsh downshifting | 10/22/2009 |
Q: What would be causing it to be downshifting hard?
A: The first thing to do is check that the transmission fluid level is in the correct range by removing ...
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| '98 Sebring conv. # 8 fuse blows | 10/22/2009 |
Q: Roland, Thanks for your reply a couple of days ago. Had to wait to hook up computer away from work ...
A: Happy New Year! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race to be ...
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| Sebring hesitating | 10/22/2009 |
Q: I have a 2001 sabring convertible and when I am idling it will be smooth and then cut out or if I am ...
A: I would suggest that you try for a fault code readout of the engine controller using a diagnostic ...
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| power steering cooler lines: mini-van | 10/21/2009 |
Q: 2005 chrysler town and country. Replaced the p/s rack and the pump eight months ago. car came back ...
A: Happy New Year, Thomas! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close ...
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| 2001 T and C LXI: Speedometer Issue | 10/21/2009 |
Q: Recently, the speedometer on my 2001 Town and Country began moving up to 5 or 10 mph when the car is ...
A: The word that appears after Sof 4.0 is supposed to be 'end' if there are no error codes. But there ...
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| pt cruiser windshield washers | 10/21/2009 |
Q: ok i have a customer coming here with a late model pt cruiser, winshield wipers won't work. are ...
A: Happy New Year, Ron! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| 1989 Dodge RAM 50 (AWT273 trans.) problem. | 10/21/2009 |
Q: I was recently changing the fuel pump on my 1989 Dodge Ram 50 (AWT372 transmission). During that ...
A: I don't have the manual for that truck vehicle, but if it is similar to cars of that vintage I would ...
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| 2001 T and C LXI: Speedometer Issue | 10/21/2009 |
Q: Recently, the speedometer on my 2001 Town and Country began moving up to 5 or 10 mph when the car is ...
A: When you pressed and held the TRIP ODOMETER RESET button did 'Sof and a number' appear in the ...
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| 2.0L sohc change out: crank sensor differs? | 10/20/2009 |
Q: i have a 2000 dodge neon,it has a 2,0 sohc motor,it blew the valves in it so i got a low millage 2.0 ...
A: Happy New Year, Douglas! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close ...
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| # 8 fuse (ignition) continues to blow: '98 Sebring | 10/20/2009 |
Q: Can't believe I may have finally found someone who knows about this problem. Have been reading your ...
A: I assume you have the convertible Sebring and that you are speaking of the #8 fuse in the power ...
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| '89:sluggish starts on cold mornings | 10/20/2009 |
Q: I picked up an 89 reliant k car, and the only problem i have with it occurs on cold mornings below ...
A: Happy New Year, Marc! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| 1997 concorde blinker arm replacement | 10/20/2009 |
Q: How easy is it to replace the blinker arm on a 1997 Concorde. My son's jacket pocket got caught on ...
A: The item is called the multi-function switch. It is easy to replace yourself if that is necessary ...
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| '04 Concorde: Check engine light | 10/20/2009 |
Q: I took my car into have the recall work done on it and since then, the engine light has been steady ...
A: Try using the ignition key:"on-off-on-off-on and leave on" doing that switching in 5 seconds or less ...
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| '98 Mini-van battery drain with ignition off | 10/20/2009 |
Q: 98 chrysler town&country 3.8 v6--battery drain is about .650A I remove fuse #8(radio) draw drops ...
A: There is a time-dependence to such measurements because the TCM will draw about 500 mA for about 20 ...
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| LHS automatic floor gearshift hard to get out of Park | 10/20/2009 |
Q: I have been having a hard time taking my gearshift out of park, i put new brakes on the car and bled ...
A: Happy New Year, Rhonda! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close ...
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| error code P0073 | 10/19/2009 |
Q: I have a 2005 caravan. It shows an error code of P0073. What is that
A: Happy New Year, Scott! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| Climate Control Problem: Concorde | 10/19/2009 |
Q: I have problem with the ACT. It blows hot air and I cannot control the speed o the fan. The error ...
A: Happy New Year, Haridas! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close ...
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| 1994 LHS instrument panel working intermittently | 10/19/2009 |
Q: My 1994 LHS has a vexing problem. The other day, about the same time that my wife turned on the ...
A: Happy New Year, John! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| 99 dodge durango; no power on acceleration. | 10/19/2009 |
Q: I am having trouble with having no power on acceleration at low throttle but it kicks in at wide ...
A: Happy New Year, Alex! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| 99 dodge durango: no power on acceleration | 10/19/2009 |
Q: I am having trouble with having no power on acceleration at low throttle but it kicks in at wide ...
A: Look at both exhaust manifold if this is V engine, or at the only exhaust manifold and see if you ...
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| Stumbling on acceleration: Fuel Filter? | 10/19/2009 |
Q: I have a 2000 Town and Country 3.3L. When I accelerate fast the van misses/lurches for a moment. I ...
A: Happy New Year, Robert! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close ...
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| 1996 Sebring Convertible keeps running after key turned off | 10/19/2009 |
Q: The symptoms: 1. When I turn off the key, the engine will keep running for a while (10-20 sec), ...
A: Happy New Year, Kevin! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| '06 Sebring: stalling for no reason | 10/19/2009 |
Q: 2006 chrysler sebring stall and sometimes dies. added a fuel treament and nothing changed it usually ...
A: Happy New Year, Marcus! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close ...
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| 1995 New Yorker: No start | 10/19/2009 |
Q: i code read this car and it reads 1-2-5-5 can you tell me what that means? ANSWER: Hi Daniel, Code ...
A: Happy New Year, Daniel! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close ...
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| overheating but no radiator fans: '94 LH body | 10/18/2009 |
Q: I son has a 1994 chrysler lhs and it is overheating. The thermostat and water pump both were replace ...
A: The engine coolant temp sensor is what triggers the fan relays. It is located on the top of the ...
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| '95 3.0L: blows ignition fuse #16 when step on gas | 10/18/2009 |
Q: My dodge caravan 1995 is keeping blowing the fuse #16 ignition feed when push the gas pedal if the ...
A: Here are the devices that draw on that fuse: powertrain controller, pin 9, though this is an ...
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| '95 minivan: blows ignition fuse #16 when step on gas | 10/18/2009 |
Q: My dodge caravan 1995 is keeping blowing the fuse #16 ignition feed when push the gas pedal if the ...
A: Happy New Year, Daniel! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close ...
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| 1996 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER 3.0 V6 | 10/18/2009 |
Q: ROLAND, I JUST SPOKE TO YOU YESTERDAY IN REGARDS TO MY VAN THAT HAD THE BAD TRANSMISSION AND WE ...
A: Happy New Year, Robin! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| timing belt changing: 2.5L V-6 | 10/18/2009 |
Q: Would you have step by step instructions on changing a timing belt on a 95 cirrus 2.5 v6 engine?
A: I have the '95 manual for that engine in the Sebring coupe, and a '96 manual for the Cirrus so could ...
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| 3.2L cam timing | 10/18/2009 |
Q: what else has to come apart and where can I obtain tool - thanks, bob
A: Happy New Year, Bob! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| MAP sensor: 2.7L vs 2.5L | 10/17/2009 |
Q: my question is about the map sensor on my dodge intrepid 2.7l 1998, I have seen 95-2000 Stratus ...
A: Happy New Year, Enrique! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close ...
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| sliding door powerlock: mini-van | 10/17/2009 |
Q: i need to manually push the button down.the other sliding door and front doors do respond to the ...
A: Happy New Year, Taslo! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| Car turns over but won't start:'95 3.5L LH-body | 10/17/2009 |
Q: I have a 1995 Chrysler Concorde with a 3.5L V6. I can't seem to get the car to start. It will turn ...
A: Happy New Year, Corey! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| 2000 dodge caravan: no start | 10/17/2009 |
Q: have a 2000 dodge caravan dont know engine size, came out of work, car started and ran fine, went to ...
A: Happy New Year, Frank! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| '90 Mini-Van :transmission codes 0500, 0731 | 10/17/2009 |
Q: My grandsons 1999 Dodge grand caravan 3.3 a/t had a speedometer failure, a stalling, and 3 codes ...
A: What you were told (spending $4000 to replace the transmission) is likely a rip-off, because there ...
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| 2000 dodge caravan: no start | 10/17/2009 |
Q: have a 2000 dodge caravan dont know engine size, came out of work, car started and ran fine, went to ...
A: It would help to know which engine, so open the hood and take a look to what it says on the valve ...
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| 1996 VOYATER VAN: no start | 10/17/2009 |
Q: MY TRANSMISSION WENT ON MY VAN IT MADE TWO LOUD BANGS AND I COULDN'T GO ANYWHERE. I HAD SOMEBODY ...
A: If the fuel pump is turning on then there should be pressure in the fuel rail at the engine. That ...
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| 2005 t/c: no door lock/dome lights/radio | 10/16/2009 |
Q: no radio no door locks no dome lights. turn the key to start positon now have door locks dome light ...
A: Happy New Year, Rich! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| 1995 Intrepid 3.5L timing belt | 10/16/2009 |
Q: im working on a 95 intrepid 3.5 liter.what i need to know is do i remove the tensioner from the car ...
A: Happy New Year, Brad! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| Front Air Blower System issues: '02 T&C | 10/16/2009 |
Q: I have a 2002 Chrysler Town and Country Limited with the digital auto temp control. I bought it used ...
A: Happy New Year, Tim! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| 1994 Chrysler New Yorker Voltage Regulator | 10/16/2009 |
Q: Is the voltage regulator for my car in the ECU or is it seperate? My husband thinks some of the ...
A: Happy New Year, Jodie! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| '03 T&C Electrical, Ignition and ECM | 10/16/2009 |
Q: We recently had a tire and oil changed,and within a day, our van would not start or even crank. We ...
A: Happy New Year, Shawn! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| Town and Country repair frequency | 10/16/2009 |
Q: The Chrysler town and country has poor reliability ratings. What does that mean, exactly? Any ...
A: Happy New Year, Amy! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| OBDII codes P1491 & P 1768 | 10/16/2009 |
Q: I have a 1997 Chrysler T & C Lxi AWD and the engine light came on & the codes appeared were P1491 & ...
A: Happy New Year, Dipak! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| Chrysler TC 2005 Driver side sliding door will not unlock. | 10/16/2009 |
Q: Base TC 2005 Rear Driver Sliding door stopped working with the remote. I was doing it by hand for ...
A: I would believe that you need to get inside the door and inspect the latch/lock mechanism. To do ...
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| '01T/C power rear liftgate does not work | 10/16/2009 |
Q: I have a 2001 town and country lxi mini van with a 3.8 , 2 wheel drive. It has power sliding doors. ...
A: Happy New Year, Tom! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| 1995 chrysler new yorker | 10/15/2009 |
Q: i code read this car and it reads 1-2-5-5 can you tell me what that means?
A: Code 12 means sometime in the past 50-100 key on-off cycles that the battery was disconnected from ...
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| 1998 cirrus dash | 10/15/2009 |
Q: There is an electrical problem that shows itself in the odometer/ dash display. The display does ...
A: Happy New Year, Chris! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| 2003 Chrysler sebring-won't stay running | 10/15/2009 |
Q: the car will start and stay running as long as gas is pressed. was driving the other night and ...
A: I would suggest getting a fault code readout at an Autozone parts store, for free, or at an ...
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| 98 T&C stops | 10/15/2009 |
Q: I have a 98 Town and county with 181K miles and in the last 2 weeks it has started to stop running ...
A: Happy New Year, RC! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race to ...
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| T&C Van Electrical: intermittent accessories | 10/15/2009 |
Q: Periodically the electrical items (radio, power windows, turn signals,etc.) do not function when the ...
A: Happy New Year, Judy! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| 1996 town and country van ignition | 10/15/2009 |
Q: I have a 1996 t/c van. just stopped running while I was driving. have checked everything I can find ...
A: Happy New Year, Mike! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| 1996 town and country van ignition | 10/15/2009 |
Q: I have a 1996 t/c van. just stopped running while I was driving. have checked everything I can find ...
A: The dark green/orange is 12V from the ASD which is good because it shows the sensors are working. ...
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| '02 2.7L: no start, no codes after water pump changeout | 10/15/2009 |
Q: i voted to save my moms 2.7 Sebring only because it had synthetic ran it from the factory and the ...
A: Question (continued) i forgot to mention i have a LXI 2.7 chrysler sebring, 2002 model front wheel ...
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| Location of BCM | 10/15/2009 |
Q: Where is the Body Control Module located at on a 2001 Dodge Stratus R/T???
A: I believe you will find it to be on back side of the fuse box behind the dash. The junction block ...
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| 'ignition' fuse blows: '99 JA body car (Breeze/Cirrus/Stratus) | 10/14/2009 |
Q: This car blows ignition fuses repeatly. Replaced starter. Now what? Thx Ed ANSWER: Hi Ed, Can ...
A: Happy New Year, Ed! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race to ...
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| ignition fuse blows | 10/14/2009 |
Q: This car blows ignition fuses repeatly. Replaced starter. Now what? Thx Ed
A: Can you tell me which fuse # and whether it is in the engine compartment or under the dash? The ...
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| 99 Breeze timing cover | 10/14/2009 |
Q: I'm trying to replace a water pump on a 99 Plymouth Breeze with the 2.0. I've removed the two bolts ...
A: Happy New Year, Neil! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| '05 minivan dies | 10/14/2009 |
Q: My Voyager 2005, 3.3 L, 80 000 km, did not start after a 1 hour parking. It seemed a battery ...
A: It would be good to check fuses 1,14,17,23 in the box under the hood to be sure that none of those ...
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| voltage generator regulation | 10/14/2009 |
Q: How can be changed generator voltage for Chrysler Grand Voyager 2,5 td 1995.
A: Happy New Year, Rutenis! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close ...
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| battery discharges in 30 minutes | 10/14/2009 |
Q: I have a 98 sebring 2.5 v6. I have a short or something if I don't disconnect the battery it will ...
A: Happy New Year, Sean! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| battery discharges in 30 minutes | 10/14/2009 |
Q: I have a 98 sebring 2.5 v6. I have a short or something if I don't disconnect the battery it will ...
A: I have two questions: is this Sebring a convertible or a coupe? I ask because they have entirely ...
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| Chrysler T&C hesitation | 10/14/2009 |
Q: 2000 Chrysler T&C 3.8l. The engine hesitates when accelerating at different almost random points ...
A: Have you tried the ignition switch technique to get fault codes from the pcm? Turn the ...
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| 1996 t&c van | 10/14/2009 |
Q: was driving along when van just stopped running. towed it home and check fuel pump and fuel pressure ...
A: Try the ignition switch:"on-off-on-off-on and leave on" doing that in 5 seconds or less elapsed ...
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| 2004 dodge ram with 2002 motor: no spark | 10/13/2009 |
Q: I changed out my motor 2004 dodge ram 1500 with a 2002 motor. Both 4.7 Now i have no spark at ...
A: I don't have manuals for the larger engines of the truck line, so am only able to respond in general ...
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| '05 minivan dies | 10/13/2009 |
Q: My Voyager 2005, 3.3 L, 80 000 km, did not start after a 1 hour parking. It seemed a battery ...
A: Happy New Year, Ruben! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| '00 T&C: Charging light 'on' but alternator OK., PCM or ? | 10/13/2009 |
Q: My 2000 TC 3.3L V6 died on my way home the other day -- My battery/Voltage light had come on about ...
A: Happy New Year, Philip! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close ...
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| '98 minivan park lights won't shut off | 10/13/2009 |
Q: I have a problem with the parking lights of my voyager. They stay on even after my mini van is off. ...
A: Happy New Year, Yamali! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close ...
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| 2.5L 4 cyl runs hot, even with new radiator/thermostat | 10/13/2009 |
Q: engine radiator(new) feels cold after replacing thermostat but temp gauge running hot and no warm ...
A: Happy New Year, Michael! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close ...
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| 01 Chrylser LHS: ignition off, battery drains | 10/13/2009 |
Q: Battery(NEW) drains after apox 15 hours, not enough to start. Blinkers and windows are still ...
A: There may be two (or more) things wrong here. First, the turn-signal blinker and power windows ...
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| 2004 chrysler sebring 2.7l | 10/13/2009 |
Q: i have just changed out a water pump and timing chain on a 2004 chrysler sebring 2.7l v6 24 valve. ...
A: Happy New Year, Steven! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close ...
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| code 1684 | 10/13/2009 |
Q: If i turn the key over it just clicks the starter silinoid. how do i get the starter out and do you ...
A: Happy New Year, Eric! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| 2003 T&C rear rotor removal | 10/12/2009 |
Q: good afternoon, I have the same problem you answered on 4/9/2005 regarding the e-brake not letting ...
A: Happy New Year, John! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| '92 AC body: blower motor/resistor block | 10/12/2009 |
Q: 1992 chrysler new yorker fifth avenue. I have removed the heater blower motor/fan. I cut the wires ...
A: Happy New Year, Mary Jo! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close ...
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| No heater/ac control function:'00 minivan | 10/12/2009 |
Q: I have a 2000 Chrysler Voyager. All of the dash panel (rear wiper/defogger/ac controls) all quit ...
A: The 'control module' they suggested is probably the heater/ac control panel in the dash. I believe ...
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| '99 Sebring coupe: location of tranmission relay | 10/12/2009 |
Q: where is the trans relay on a 1999 sebring lxi coupe? there are no markings for one in the power box ...
A: Happy New Year, Chris! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| 2001 mini-van: code 0106,0121,1193.1282 | 10/12/2009 |
Q: I have a 2001 grand caravan with 3.3 flex replaced fuel pump and filter. The van will not run after ...
A: Happy New Year, Glen! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| 1999 dodge intrepid | 10/11/2009 |
Q: If i turn the key over it just clicks the starter silinoid. how do i get the starter out and do you ...
A: Happy New Year, Eric! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| town and country engine surging | 10/11/2009 |
Q: My 2002 mini vans engine is surging when it is raining or the engine is wet in the morning. Once it ...
A: I would suggest that you get the fault codes that might be present in the engine control computer ...
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| 1999 LHS Jerks when trying to shift into first, 0731, 1775 | 10/11/2009 |
Q: Hey Roland I have read many many topics in regards to this issue most of which you and Kevin wrote. ...
A: I tried to make copies today but find Columbus Day closure at both shops. I'll try again, but am ...
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| RE: 96 Dodge Neon - No Spark or Start | 10/11/2009 |
Q: Sorry it took me a little while to get back to you, but this is in reply to the answers that you ...
A: Happy New Year, Kevin! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close race ...
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| RE: 96 Dodge Neon - No Spark or Start | 10/11/2009 |
Q: Sorry it took me a little while to get back to you, but this is in reply to the answers that you ...
A: So we have output from the cam and crank sensors and 12v at pin 2 of the coil pack when craniking ...
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| check engine light: how to cancel | 10/11/2009 |
Q: i have a 97 chrysler concord and the check engine light came on because there was a misfire in the ...
A: Happy New Year, Gabriel! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close ...
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| p1739 p0700 p1684 engine light codes | 10/11/2009 |
Q: I am getting the above codes. my first symptom was when downshifting it would go "clunk" and i would ...
A: I looked through the archive and found one question about the 1739 code that may apply to your ...
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| 'NO BUS' at odometer window: '00 Neon | 10/10/2009 |
Q: remeber me the 2000 neon with no bus and i asked u what kevin meant with the black key lol. well i ...
A: That connector is at the radio and is a 2-wire connector of 'natural' color which has a single "pci ...
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| Town and country Vanity light not working | 10/10/2009 |
Q: I have a 2001 Town and country 3.8 FWD Mini van, It has Lighted vanity mirrors which refuse to ...
A: It appears that the wires to the vanity lamps come out of and go back to nearby multi-wire splices ...
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| '98 Sebring Blower motor won't run | 10/10/2009 |
Q: 98 Sebring blower motor was only running on high speed for about 6 months...now it has stopped ...
A: The resistor block was definitely the cause when you could only get high speed. Now that it doesn't ...
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| 2.5L V-6 timing belt inspection/replacement | 10/10/2009 |
Q: Last week I bought a convertible 98 sebring JXI with 6 cyl 2.5 engine, it has 80 k milage and Iwas ...
A: The engine does have the issue of valve/piston interference if the timing belt breaks. The manual ...
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| Chrysler Minivan 2000 washer hose | 10/10/2009 |
Q: Roland- My wife's minivan sprays fluid to the rear windshield, but not the front. Plenty of fluid- ...
A: Have a helper try the washer switch while you listen at the reservoir for the pump to sound or not. ...
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| minivan front end shakes when accelerating/braking | 10/10/2009 |
Q: my Chrysler Caravan shakes when I accelerate over 45 mph and really shakes badly when braking at ...
A: My first thought is that one or more of the 3 engine mounts is fatigued or broken because the torque ...
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| '97 Chrysler lhs no start, code 0340/54 | 10/10/2009 |
Q: i have a 97 Chrysler i've driving to work it just died didn't sputter or make and noises from what ...
A: If you haven't changed the sensor since the problem began (even though it is 'new') then the code ...
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| Oil Light- '04 Sebing LXI Conv. | 10/10/2009 |
Q: The check oil light comes on in my 2004 Sebring LXI 2.7l Conv. when I am deccelerating and stopped. ...
A: This is fairly common, and so here is a 'stock' answer on the subject: Because of the history of oil ...
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| 1999 LHS Jerks when trying to shift into first, 0731, 1775 | 10/9/2009 |
Q: Hey Roland I have read many many topics in regards to this issue most of which you and Kevin wrote. ...
A: You didn't reference 'the book' for your belief that it should read 5V. I don't see that as how it ...
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| 91 LaBaron: no spark (despite new coil/distributor module) | 10/9/2009 |
Q: Ok so I drove the car about 100 miles it ran fine no over heating really smooth. Came home cooked ...
A: Have you tried for fault codes using the igntion key:"on-off-on-off-on and leave on" doing that in 5 ...
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| 1999 LHS Jerks when trying to shift into first, 0731, 1775 | 10/9/2009 |
Q: Hey Roland I have read many many topics in regards to this issue most of which you and Kevin wrote. ...
A: After briefly reviewing the transmission diagnostic manual it appears to me that your problem is ...
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| no heat: '94 LH-body sedan | 10/8/2009 |
Q: 5l 24 valve engine. The question i have is I have no heat? 2. is there a way to change it from F to ...
A: I would suggest taking advantage of the self-diagnostic aspects of the units to get a fault code ...
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| '94 LeBaron conv.: miscellaneous body feature problems. | 10/8/2009 |
Q: Sir, My car alarm started working only from the left passenger door. Then the bell alert for key in ...
A: When you say 'left passenger door' is this a right-hand drive model made for England? If so, then I ...
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| 2002 Minivan Blower Motor Resister | 10/8/2009 |
Q: I read a previous question about the blower motor only running on high and no other speed. This is ...
A: I have heard from others that regular parts supply houses also carry the blower motor resistors, but ...
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| chrysler 300m heater problems | 10/8/2009 |
Q: I just realized that when I wrote you a couple years back, you answered my question!! Thank you so ...
A: I need to know what is the model year and also do you have the heater/ac control panel with the ...
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| trans code 0700 | 10/8/2009 |
Q: i have a 03 stratur and when driving it on the interstate last nite it went out of gear and does not ...
A: That code is really a categorical indicator: that there is aanother transmission fault code stored ...
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| 91 LaBaron: no spark (despite new coil/distributor module) | 10/8/2009 |
Q: Ok so I drove the car about 100 miles it ran fine no over heating really smooth. Came home cooked ...
A: I had to check both the 4 cyl and the 6 cyl engines because you didn't tell me which you have. You ...
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| 98 Chrysler Concorde: no start | 10/8/2009 |
Q: I have a 98 concorde.. The car had a 2.7 that threw up at 49,000.. An HO 3.5 out of a 300 was ...
A: I would doubt it is the PCM. Besides, the check engine light is not the way to get the codes. If ...
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| Mininvan: radiator fan relay | 10/8/2009 |
Q: do you know what it coast just to buy it.and is it under the head light?thank you.jim
A: I assume you have a minivan because that is the only model that ever had it under the headlamp. If ...
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| '93 Concorde: intermittent no start/no dash; ignition switch? | 10/8/2009 |
Q: I have '93 chrysler concorde, sometimes when I try and start the car it is fine other times it will ...
A: To verify whether the switch is bad, just check the following fuses when the switch is in the run ...
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| NO BUS | 10/7/2009 |
Q: what does he mean
A: I believe he is talking about the "cap" on the key which would indicate whether or not you have the ...
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| Chrysler LHS 1999: overheating | 10/7/2009 |
Q: How Do you get to the thermostat of a Chrysler 1999 LHS? Mines keeps running hot and theres no ...
A: So long as it doesn't boil over, the gauge going up and down is normal and reflects the expected ...
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| 2003 T&C with Start/Stalling Issue. | 10/7/2009 |
Q: I have a 2003 Town and Country that is having a start/stall issue. Saturday night we had the van on ...
A: Happy New Year, Cortney! May I ask for your help? I need your vote of confidence. I'm in a close ...
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| '93 Concorde: no starter/trans limps and guages not working | 10/7/2009 |
Q: I have '93 chrysler concorde, sometimes when I try and start the car it is fine other times it will ...
A: It might be a section of the ignition switch is flaky when you have no response. A code scanner ...
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| '93 Concorde: no starter/trans limps and guages not working | 10/7/2009 |
Q: I have '93 chrysler concorde, sometimes when I try and start the car it is fine other times it will ...
A: I suspect these are not explained by a single issue. The no gauges/drive in 2nd gear only sounds ...
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| Chrysler 300 chimes when in motion | 10/7/2009 |
Q: When driving my 300(small six cylinder) I hear three chimes occasionaly. NO warning lights are on. ...
A: You might inquire of the rental company as to what the component might be. If that is the source, ...
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| IOD Fuse 1999 Durango | 10/7/2009 |
Q: We keep blowing the IOD fuse in our 1999 Durango SLT Plua 4x4. It blows on contact when you try to ...
A: I don't have a Durango manual but I checked the mininvan manual to see whether there is any IOD ...
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| temperamental sliding door on 2002 minivan | 10/7/2009 |
Q: The remote sliding door on a 2002 Chrysler T%26C sticks most of time opening. If I grab the door ...
A: There are about 6 pages in the '02 manual that show the drive system and the lower track/hinge of ...
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| '01 LHS/300:fuse #17 blows repeatedly | 10/6/2009 |
Q: I have two vehicles to ask about a 2001 LHS and a 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. I have gone back to ...
A: I find in the manual that fuse #17 indeed powers the ac/heater panel, the abs controller, the backup ...
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| Chrysler 300 chimes when in motion | 10/6/2009 |
Q: When driving my 300(small six cylinder) I hear three chimes occasionaly. NO warning lights are on. ...
A: I wonder if this might be the alert for an ajar door? The door latch on either front passenger door ...
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| '93 Concorde: ignition switch replacement | 10/6/2009 |
Q: 17 is supplied, 18,19,and 20 are not. Also my glow light is lit at all times now, even without key. ...
A: You are correct, #17 is on a different section of the ignition switch from that which supplies the ...
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| 1996 Grand Caravan 3.3L stalls or dies in hot weather with no codes | 10/6/2009 |
Q: I have a 1996 Dodge Grand Caravan with over 130K. In hot weather (85F or over) it will stall (die ...
A: I would check the resistance of the coolant temp sensor located next to the thermostat housing. When ...
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| 93 Concorde Electrical Issues | 10/6/2009 |
Q: Roland...You are my last hope... I have a 93 Chrysler Concorde with electrical issues. While ...
A: If you are sure that #14 has no power then one section of the ignition switch is bad, unless fuse A ...
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| 93 Concorde Electrical Issues | 10/6/2009 |
Q: Roland...You are my last hope... I have a 93 Chrysler Concorde with electrical issues. While ...
A: Your follow-up 'crossed' my follow-up answer. I am not certain about the fuel observation nor about ...
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| 93 Concorde Electrical Issues | 10/5/2009 |
Q: Roland...You are my last hope... I have a 93 Chrysler Concorde with electrical issues. While ...
A: There are two broad possibilities: one is that there is an issue with the digital communications ...
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| 2.5L 4cyl: valve train service | 10/5/2009 |
Q: Roland, Below is my original problem to get you up to speed.1st let me thank you Roland for all ...
A: There are about 8 pages on the valve train in the FSM which I can copy and postal mail to you. You ...
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| 99 minivan transmission limp-in problem | 10/5/2009 |
Q: I have replaced the range sensor,input sensor and output sensors on our caravan. I am still stuck in ...
A: There are two possible ways to get the codes for free. Go to an Autozone parts store where they will ...
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| Voyager does not start sometimes | 10/5/2009 |
Q: I have looked through your answers and I have learn how to get the codes by using the switch. Now I ...
A: The 4-pin plug at the coil pack has a dark green/orange wire that carries 12 to all three spark coil ...
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| 96 Dodge Neon - No Spark or Start | 10/5/2009 |
Q: I have a 1996 Dodge Neon, 2.0 litre, SOHC. I just changed the head on the car. After replacing the ...
A: Yes, leave the sensors plugged in measure the signals by carefully probing the connectors with pins ...
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| 96 Dodge Neon - No Spark or Start | 10/5/2009 |
Q: I have a 1996 Dodge Neon, 2.0 litre, SOHC. I just changed the head on the car. After replacing the ...
A: How about trying for fault codes:"on-off-on-off-on and leave on" doing that with the ignition key in ...
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| Voyager does not start sometimes | 10/5/2009 |
Q: I have looked through your answers and I have learn how to get the codes by using the switch. Now I ...
A: The important codes are 12,21,43; the multiple 43's are not particularly relevant, nor is the 55 ...
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| Auto trans limp-in: codes 731,732, 733,734 | 10/5/2009 |
Q: I have an issue with my 99 sebring transmission. I've seen similar Q+A's on it, but nothing that has ...
A: Those codes of course refer to gear ratio errors which may be real due to slipping clutches. Because ...
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| brakes require excess effort/red warning & abs lights 'on' | 10/5/2009 |
Q: 92 dodge dynasty FWD, ABS warning light on, red brake light on, rebuilt front and back calipers and ...
A: The most likely cause for very poor stopping ability is that the power brake canister is not being ...
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| Motor swap | 10/4/2009 |
Q: Can I take the motor from my 96 dodge caravan and put it in my 96 Chrysler new Yorker?
A: I don't believe that the engines for the van (cross-wise mounted) will go well in the longitudinally ...
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| '92 2.5L 4-cyl: Lurching issue | 10/3/2009 |
Q: Roland - I'm hoping you can help me with this bizarre, continuing problem. It manifests itself in a ...
A: I would suggest that you try for fault codes using the ignition key:"on-off-on-off-on and leave on" ...
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| Minivan: key fob programming, defeating the theft system | 10/3/2009 |
Q: i have few inquirs if thats ok . how can i progrom a new key on voyager 97, as i lost my old only ...
A: Here is the procedure for programming the fobs: Using a functional fob, unlock the vehicle and ...
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| PCM for Chrysler Concorde: Is used OK? | 10/2/2009 |
Q: I have a used 99 Concorde and the brain on the car died. I was told that I have to buy a new one ...
A: Any wrecking yard would be the place to look. If you can find a pull it yourself type that would be ...
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| PCM for Chrysler Concorde: Is used OK? | 10/2/2009 |
Q: I have a used 99 Concorde and the brain on the car died. I was told that I have to buy a new one ...
A: No, you can buy a used one and simply have it programmed with the proper VIN at a garage that has ...
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| Neon Instrument Cluster | 10/2/2009 |
Q: How do i remove the Instrument Cluster on a 1998 Plymouth Neon ? I need instructions how to get the ...
A: The top cover and instrument cluster bezel are a single piece. Lift up on the bottom outer area of ...
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| programming car remotes: '95 LHS | 10/2/2009 |
Q: I bought a couple remotes for my 1995 chrysler LHS i tryed progamming them and now i don't have my ...
A: When you say "I don't have my power locks working" you mean that the only way the door locks will ...
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| Steering disturbed by road impact | 10/1/2009 |
Q: I drive a 1992 LeBaron V6 Convertible. About a week ago I was leaving the store and just as I'm ...
A: I would wonder if something having to do with steering, like a tie rod, got bent? Your front wheels ...
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| 98 Concorde relay clicking and no start problem | 10/1/2009 |
Q: I'd like to start by saying I've been scouring this site for the past couple months trying to ...
A: One of the problems I see right off is that you are apparently working with the Haynes manual that ...
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| Steering Wheel mis-alligned | 10/1/2009 |
Q: I brought a 99 Town Country to a dealer for a clock spring recall. Clock spring was fixed BUT when I ...
A: The position of the steering wheel on the steering column is entirely adjustable because a ...
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| '92 T&C 3.3L died, no spark/no fuel pump | 10/1/2009 |
Q: I have spending the last couple of days reading your great suggestions for similar problems to mine ...
A: If you have a conventional cluster then there is a bulb to replace for that check engine warning ...
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| 97 Chrysler T&C: 'limp mode' with no codes? | 10/1/2009 |
Q: came across your answer to a similar problem with a 97 Chrysler T%26C minivan. It sometimes but not ...
A: That is some warranty! The valve body is certainly a part of the transmission so I would look at a ...
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| 1992 Town and Country died, no spark | 9/30/2009 |
Q: I have spending the last couple of days reading your great suggestions for similar problems to mine ...
A: I wonder if you tried to get a readout of the engine controller memory to see if it has noticed ...
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| Is the transmission or its control module at fault? Code 0703 | 9/30/2009 |
Q: I Have a question. I have a 1999 Chrysler Concorde and I was wondering if I replace the transmission ...
A: I don't see how the code 0703 has anything to do whatsoever with the torque converter or any other ...
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| Is the transmission or its control module at fault? | 9/30/2009 |
Q: I Have a question. I have a 1999 Chrysler Concorde and I was wondering if I replace the transmission ...
A: No the transmission control module (computer) is a separate part located in the left front corner of ...
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| 2000 T&C lift gate strut | 9/30/2009 |
Q: The right lift gate strut on my 2000 Chrysler T&C just broke. The mounting bolt to the body sheared ...
A: Unfortunately about all I can suggest is to consider whether there would be any help to remove the ...
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| '98 Concorde: no shift/no speedo | 9/30/2009 |
Q: I have a 98 concorde and after exiting the highway it made a clunk. The transmission after that ...
A: The lock-up in 2nd gear only is called 'limp-in' mode and the trans controller does this to protect ...
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| '96 2.0L Neon: hesitates on acceleration | 9/30/2009 |
Q: Hoping you can help :) I brought a 96 Chrysler neon automatic 2.0 LX Auto petrol. The problem ...
A: Even though the check engine light doesn't come on there still could be fault codes stored in the ...
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| 2000 minivan temp control for heat | 9/30/2009 |
Q: A few weeks ago the heat in my 2000 dodge caravan quit getting hot. It was lukewarm to cold. We ...
A: Did you ever try doing the calibration/cooldown self-tests of your heating/ac system? It may be that ...
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| '96 Sebring hardtop not starting: codes 24,42,61 | 9/30/2009 |
Q: I have a 96 Chrysler Sebrig 2-door coupe. I purchased this car from a guy who could not get it to ...
A: The manuals I have show there to be both a fuel pump and and ASD relay, mounted on the firewall of ...
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| 2003 t&c minivan: ignition lock cylinder | 9/29/2009 |
Q: I am experiencing trouble with the ignition cylinder. Key will not turn lock. Funny thing is the ...
A: In order to remove the cylinder you have to get it into the "run" position. Then you will find after ...
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| Keep getting Code 51: 2.5L 4 cyl '95 | 9/29/2009 |
Q: "We have a 1995 dodge caravan 2.5L auto. We have tried everything;replaced the O2 sensor about a ...
A: The question is whether the oxygen sensor is inaccurate or if the mixture is really too lean (which ...
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| '91 Lebaron Convertible - no brake lights, cruise | 9/29/2009 |
Q: Good morning Roland: Just brought home my mothers 91 Lebaron for my 16 year old and found that the ...
A: You will want to check at the switch, located adjacent to brake pedal arm, to see if that has ...
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| Rear wiper blade lights don't go off | 9/29/2009 |
Q: My baby, a 97 Town and Country LXi, just received a battery charge at Sears. I started to drive ...
A: I'm not clear what you mean by 'three turns to start': the starter motor wouldn't respond or the ...
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| Sebring convert: no high beam output | 9/29/2009 |
Q: I have a 1999 Sebring V6 conv. that has a funny high beam problem. The high beams don't work when ...
A: I don't see any body computer involvement in this circuit. It appears to me that one explanation is ...
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| Rear wiper blade lights don't go off | 9/28/2009 |
Q: My baby, a 97 Town and Country LXi, just received a battery charge at Sears. I started to drive ...
A: With all 4 lights flashing at once, or maybe you meant, two at once then the other two? that sounds ...
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| Rear wiper blade lights don't go off | 9/28/2009 |
Q: My baby, a 97 Town and Country LXi, just received a battery charge at Sears. I started to drive ...
A: The rear wiper light flashing alone, indicates that there is nothing wrong with the heater/ac ...
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| Dash/center console instrument lights:'02 mini-van | 9/28/2009 |
Q: I read your reply to the ignition switch question and it worked perfectly so I am hoping you can ...
A: There appears to be about 7 different panel lamp 'driver' wires (wires carrying current to power the ...
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| Dash/center console instrument lights:'02 mini-van | 9/28/2009 |
Q: I read your reply to the ignition switch question and it worked perfectly so I am hoping you can ...
A: I believe that there are no fibre optic cables involved in these lights. The panel lamps for the ...
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| 98 Concorde relay clicking and no start problem | 9/27/2009 |
Q: I'd like to start by saying I've been scouring this site for the past couple months trying to ...
A: I believe it could one of two possibilities: Either the ignition switch is flaky or there is an ...
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| '88 LeBaron: code 24, digital dash goes dark | 9/27/2009 |
Q: The check engine light came on the other day, displaying code 24, but the check engine wasn't on ...
A: How does it go when the headlights are 'On'? If that is OK then I would suspect that marker section ...
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| '88 LeBaron: code 24, digital dash goes dark | 9/27/2009 |
Q: The check engine light came on the other day, displaying code 24, but the check engine wasn't on ...
A: I have to assume you have the J-body convert/coupe, not the H-body gts. If otherwise let me know. ...
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| '01 T & C: blower motor doesn't work | 9/27/2009 |
Q: front blower does it work on none of th speeds. 2001 chrysler town country limited
A: Check fuse #10 (40 amp) in the power distribution box under the hood located on the driver's side ...
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| 1997 Town and Country does not start | 9/26/2009 |
Q: I have a 1997 Town and Country 3.8 AWD. My wife and I love this vehicle. It has 134,000 vehicles on ...
A: The double 5 means there are no noticed fault codes stored in the memory. I am unclear when you say ...
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| headlight beam pattern: Euro/British/US | 9/26/2009 |
Q: thanks
A: The best approach would be to share a copy of the pages that show how to do this. I have two ...
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| 1997 Town and Country does not start | 9/26/2009 |
Q: I have a 1997 Town and Country 3.8 AWD. My wife and I love this vehicle. It has 134,000 vehicles on ...
A: Two possibilities, at least. One is that the vehicle theft security system is not being disarmed ...
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| '96Concorde steering rack installation | 9/26/2009 |
Q: The steering rack on a 96 Chrysler Concorde broke. I am installing a new one and having a problem ...
A: I hate to tell you but it all has to do about the point where you removed the old gear and then ...
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| 1999 Chrysler Sebring | 9/25/2009 |
Q: this cars reads gear shift malfunction (11 Codes) I dont understand ive been to several mechanics ...
A: What are the "11 codes". I need to know the numbers to offer anything useful. I don't understand ...
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| 1996 concorde no spark | 9/25/2009 |
Q: Roland Thanks again for the info, I completed the task both with the relay in place and with a ...
A: If you have those pcm power voltages when you are cranking it and with the jumper wire as well in ...
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| 1999 Town&Country Engine Fuse blow | 9/25/2009 |
Q: I identified the plug in the picture as being #6 associated with the power distribution center. The ...
A: The only relay involved with fuse #17 is the ASD relay which is the rearmost relay in the same box ...
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| 1999 Town&Country Engine Fuse #17 blow | 9/25/2009 |
Q: (excuse for my English, but this is not my native language) I have the following issue: I own a 1999 ...
A: I identified the plug in the picture as being #6 associated with the power distribution center. The ...
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| Transmission stuck on 2nd. | 9/25/2009 |
Q: so it begins from 1st shift, then second, and third bun when you decrease the speed again on 45mph ...
A: Being stuck in 2nd gear is called "limp-in mode". It is a fall-back condition when the transmission ...
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| 1999 Town&Country Engine Fuse blow | 9/24/2009 |
Q: (excuse for my English, but this is not my native language) I have the following issue: I own a 1999 ...
A: I don't know what he meant by a 'battery' relay; the starter relay is in the 6th socket counting ...
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| 1996 chrysler concorde 3.5 L: no spark | 9/24/2009 |
Q: please 1996 concorde lx 3.5 no spark replaced the cam sensor as the scan tool came up with 54 2 o2 ...
A: It appears that either the signals from the crank/cam sensor is not getting to the ecm at full ...
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| power steering belt: '99 2.5L V-6 | 9/24/2009 |
Q: My power steering belt broke on my 99 sebring jxi convertible. My manual shows how to replace the ...
A: There are three bolts that you have to access to loosen the pump enough to move it inward in order ...
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| 05 town and country: oil light/clicking | 9/24/2009 |
Q: Their is an increasing clicking noise, and the oil light keeps coming on. I don't think it is the ...
A: The usual cause of clicking is too low an oil pressure to operate the hydrualic valve lifters ...
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| '01 Sebring 2.7L:Overheating | 9/24/2009 |
Q: Sorry I forgot to include that. I have a 2.7 V6, its also a convertible.
A: I have a 2001 Chrysler Sebring Convertible, V6, and the other day it nearly overheated while I was ...
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| 1996 chrysler concorde 3.5 L: no spark | 9/24/2009 |
Q: please 1996 concorde lx 3.5 no spark replaced the cam sensor as the scan tool came up with 54 2 o2 ...
A: While I appreciate the data, it is too much to deal with all of it. I am also a bit disadvantanged ...
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| transaxle relay: '92 lebaron conv. | 9/24/2009 |
Q: I just had my waterpump and timing belt replaced. When I got it back the car was stuck in first ...
A: The only other relays on the right side are for the Anti-lock brake system (one is called the 'abs ...
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| 98 plymouth gran voy van headlights | 9/23/2009 |
Q: the van turns its headlight, inside lights and door chime on when the car is turned off. it will ...
A: I checked the '98 manual for details to see what I could find. Do you recall if any fault code ...
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| Chrysler Sebring Overheating Cont'd | 9/23/2009 |
Q: I took my car to the shop today to have it looked at for the overheating. They told me that its some ...
A: To evaluate what you were told I need to know exactly what is the name of the part of which they ...
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| 1996 Sebring conv, v-6 ,auto trans slips in OD | 9/23/2009 |
Q: my convert with 138000 miles runs and drives if I leave it in 3rd range gear. If I move it to D ...
A: The best way to find out would be to readout the transmission computer to see if it has recognized a ...
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| 2004 Chrysler 300 3.5 engine bolt torque | 9/22/2009 |
Q: What are the rod and main bolt torque, and the main bolt bed plate torque. Thanks Ray
A: The 'connecting rod cap-nuts' are tightened to 40 foot-pounds + 1/4 turn There are three types of ...
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| A/C system re-charge | 9/22/2009 |
Q: I am trying to locate and recharge the A/C system i cannot find the lower service connector to hook ...
A: The low pressure service port according to both the '98 and '04 manuals I have is on the compressor ...
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| Caravan: front end vibrates when accelerating | 9/22/2009 |
Q: I have a 1992 Dodge Caravan that is having front end shakes when under acceleration. It doesn't seem ...
A: The two possibilities, setting aside the tires/wheels which you will rotate/balance, are wheel ...
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| 2001 Chrysler Sebring Conv. Overheating | 9/22/2009 |
Q: I have a 2001 Chrysler Sebring Convertible, V6, and the other day it nearly overheated while I was ...
A: From what you report I would suspect a leak in the place where you saw wetness/sizzle. It could be ...
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| no start: code 14. 3.5L V-6 '94 | 9/22/2009 |
Q: Mr. Rolant I e mail you yesterday with the 94 chrysler new yorker no start present injector ...
A: The code 14 means the Manifold Absolute Pressure sensor's voltage in not in the range that it is ...
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| 02 chrysler 2.7L: timing the chains | 9/22/2009 |
Q: I replaced the water and oil pump. With the primary timing chain off, both the crank and cam shafts ...
A: I will send 10 pages from the FSM. If you will be so kind as to send me back four 42-cent stamps ...
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| 02 chrysler 2.7L: timing the chains | 9/22/2009 |
Q: I replaced the water and oil pump. With the primary timing chain off, both the crank and cam shafts ...
A: I have the '03 Sebring FSM and it has a section for the 2.7L. What manual are you working with, and ...
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| 2001 T&C elec Sliding door stopped working | 9/21/2009 |
Q: I have a 2001 T&C LXI. The passenger power sliding door does not work. When any of the buttons are ...
A: The missing relay and fuse was used in the deluxe export model for a headlamp washer system, which ...
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| 1989 Chrysler sundance hi/lo beam problem | 9/21/2009 |
Q: my lo beams are not working and stopped all at once but the hi beams work fine
A: It looks to me like the problem is in the headlamp dimmer switch as both the low and high beams are ...
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| turn signal on '93 Lebaron Landau | 9/21/2009 |
Q: my passenger side rear turn signal on 93 lebaron 6 cyl stopped blinking. The driver side and hazards ...
A: I am still uncertain about whether you have the lamp outage warning module in the cabin? Also I am ...
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| no prende | 9/21/2009 |
Q: 94 chrysler new yorker 3.5 no prende tiene todo icluyendo presion de gas pulso en todos los ...
A: Check for fault codes using the ignition key/switch: "on-off-on-off-on and leave on" doing that in 5 ...
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| left side sliding door not working | 9/20/2009 |
Q: Our left side slider door will only open a few inches with remote key. It has to be manually opened ...
A: Just on a chance you might try disconnecting the battery for a few minutes, in fact once you have it ...
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| Blower motor resistor: '02 minivan | 9/20/2009 |
Q: I have bought a blower motor resistor hoping it fixes the problem of the blower only blowing out on ...
A: The resistor block is located behind the glove box. Open the box and pinch in the sides near the ...
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| 1999 sebring: stalls when slowing down | 9/20/2009 |
Q: well it said we have to many follow ups... i really appreciate you helping me but i have to ask ...
A: I don't have a similar engine here to look at, but the manual shows it as I described and the stem ...
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| 1999 Chrysler sebring lxi 2.5 v6: dies when slowing | 9/20/2009 |
Q: for the last couple of days the car has been dropping RPM's when i slow down, now today when i go to ...
A: If you have the key in the 'on' position, the check engine light should show up, until you actually ...
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| 1999 Chrysler sebring lxi 2.5 v6: dies when slowing | 9/20/2009 |
Q: for the last couple of days the car has been dropping RPM's when i slow down, now today when i go to ...
A: The Lxi is the coupe model and that, you are correct, is not readout for faults by the odometer but ...
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| jammed gear shift | 9/20/2009 |
Q: Hey I have a 2007 Chrysler sabring. This morning after i started up the car up, it would not go in ...
A: If you are parked on a slant, then if what you are saying is that the gear shifter won't move, then ...
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| 1995 Chrysler sebring: no spark | 9/20/2009 |
Q: my car is not starting, the cylinders are not getting any spark what would be the cause? the ...
A: The module in question is probably the sensor in the distributor, and it isn't sold separately so ...
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| 1999 Chrysler sebring lxi 2.5 v6: dies when slowing | 9/20/2009 |
Q: for the last couple of days the car has been dropping RPM's when i slow down, now today when i go to ...
A: First see if the engine controller has noticed a problem and stored it in its memory as a fault ...
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| 1996 Chrysler Sebring: dies after 10 minutes | 9/20/2009 |
Q: I am driving down the road and all of a sudden my car dies. I dont know what my cause it but the ...
A: That sort of behavior often occurs when one of the position sensors, either the one in the ...
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| 1999 Chys Town and C Automatic lights | 9/19/2009 |
Q: I am unable to manually turn the lights on. When it gets dark, the light work automatically. Even ...
A: The body computer module controls the relays for the headlamps. The module 'senses' when you turn on ...
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| 2001 T&C elec Sliding door stopped working | 9/19/2009 |
Q: I have a 2001 T&C LXI. The passenger power sliding door does not work. When any of the buttons are ...
A: The bulb switch is supplied by a wire from the 'ash/receiver lamp' feed which apparently itself gets ...
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| '92 Lebaron limp mode, no power to data link | 9/19/2009 |
Q: we replace the timing belt and now our car wont get out of limp mode tried to run dianos. but no ...
A: You mentioned no power to the connector as the reason for no code. Again, which connector (engine ...
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| '92 Lebaron limp mode, no power to data link | 9/19/2009 |
Q: we replace the timing belt and now our car wont get out of limp mode tried to run dianos. but no ...
A: If you don't have power on the red wire at the blue data link connector under the dash, then check ...
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| 2001 T&C elec Sliding door stopped working | 9/19/2009 |
Q: I have a 2001 T&C LXI. The passenger power sliding door does not work. When any of the buttons are ...
A: That door system is powered by a module that operates both doors and the latches with a single fuse ...
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| 97 T&C mini van transmission: no reverse | 9/19/2009 |
Q: I bottomed out my van the other day while trying to climb a curb(a minor bump) and since then, I ...
A: Have you checked the fluid level as shown on the dipstick for the transmission? Too low a fluid ...
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| turn signal on '93 Lebaron Landau | 9/18/2009 |
Q: my passenger side rear turn signal on 93 lebaron 6 cyl stopped blinking. The driver side and hazards ...
A: There is no turn signal relay on the Lebaron Landau 4dr sedan. Does the right brake light also not ...
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| Engine dies when warm, ok after cooling | 9/17/2009 |
Q: my dodge dynasty will start fine then after driving it for 10 to 15 miles then it starts to sputter ...
A: The best way to approach this problem is to get any fault codes that may be present in the engine ...
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| how to turn off auto alarm; '95 Cirrus | 9/17/2009 |
Q: when i open my 1995 circus car the alarum go's off. i strayed to turn it off with the hand held door ...
A: The alarm is disarmed by using the door key to unlock EITHER front door. So if that disarming is not ...
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| 2001 Sebring LXI a/c problem | 9/17/2009 |
Q: My 2001 Sebring LXI's a/c only works when the engine is cold. Every time I try the a/c when the ...
A: I suspect that it is simply a matter of being low on refrigerant. There is a sensor of the pressure ...
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| turn signal on '93 Lebaron | 9/17/2009 |
Q: my passenger side rear turn signal on 93 lebaron 6 cyl stopped blinking. The driver side and hazards ...
A: I assume this is a Lebaron convert/coupe model, let me know otherwise. There are actually 4 relays, ...
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| 2005 Chrysler 300C key fob - intermittent | 9/17/2009 |
Q: Sometimes my key fob works like planned. Most times I have to unlock door with key which sets off ...
A: Have you tried replacing the batteries in the key fob? They are stated to have a 2 year life. On the ...
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| 2005 T&C Door Locks will not work | 9/17/2009 |
Q: We have a 2005 Town and Country and the automatice door locks stop working today. The buttons in ...
A: You have 'company' on this one. The simplest fix appears to be to pull the IOD fuse for a few ...
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| 2001 Sebring engine light/ecm fault/replace? | 9/17/2009 |
Q: roland, i have a 2001 sebring convertible the engine light came on the other day but it is not ...
A: There are some programming needs, specifically if you have a sentry key immobilizer that has to be ...
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| Neon 2000 starter relay clicking | 9/17/2009 |
Q: . the starter relay clicks when i turn the ignition but nothing happens.. i checked the starter ...
A: You would want to distinguish between the starter relay (a small square box in the power ...
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| 02 Chrysler voyager: no cluster/turn signals/hazards | 9/17/2009 |
Q: i am having a problem voyager! i dont seem to have turn signals or hazards,the dash gauges dont ...
A: Check fuse #24 (20 amp) in the fuse box (inboard edge, 2nd from the front) as that one powers the ...
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| 99 Chrysler 300: battery drain/discharge when locked | 9/17/2009 |
Q: The headlights on my 99 Chrysler 300 blink every 30 seconds, which ends up draining the battery if I ...
A: That fuse #19 is called the "ignition off draw" and it powers many devices that require power even ...
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| Turn Signals/ Hazards not working: '01 T&C | 9/17/2009 |
Q: I have a 2001 town & country with an issue that when you use turn or four ways they flash on dash ...
A: If you don't have the trailer mod (which does have relays since it has to also run trailer lights) ...
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| Engine quits while driving: 3.5L code P0340 | 9/16/2009 |
Q: I have an 03 Chrysler Concorde LXI. It has some intermittent problems that scare me. Sometimes ...
A: The camshaft position sensor is on the front of the engine, on the timing belt cover on the driver's ...
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| engine quits while driving, gas gauge dings, car stalls..FOLLOW UP | 9/16/2009 |
Q: I have an 03 Chrysler Concorde LXI. It has some intermittent problems that scare me. Sometimes ...
A: That is indeed the code I suspected for the camshaft position sensor having failed temporarily to ...
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| '98 EAGLE VISION overheats | 9/16/2009 |
Q: MY CAR RAN HOT SO I GOT THE WATER PUMP CHANGED AND FLUSHED THE RADIATOR BUT IT STILL RUNS HOT WHAT ...
A: Besides the temperature gauge reading high, what are the other symptoms: overflow of coolant from ...
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| 2.5L V6 that won't start. | 9/16/2009 |
Q: This seems to be a recurring issue in this forum! I have a 1999 sebring convertible with the 2.5 ...
A: If you had the threaded shell of the plug firmly grounded to a clean spot on the engine head or ...
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| 1994 Chrysler 3.5L engine swap: no spark | 9/16/2009 |
Q: My friend & I recently swapped a 3.5 liter engine from a 94 new yorker into a lhs from the same ...
A: PS:If you try to verify the voltage pulse on the three spark "driver" wires by hand-turning the ...
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| engine quits while driving, gas gauge dings, car stalls | 9/15/2009 |
Q: I have an 03 Chrysler Concorde LXI. It has some intermittent problems that scare me. Sometimes ...
A: The best way to get a 'handle' on two of these issues is to see whether the engine control computer ...
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| driver door window stuck down | 9/15/2009 |
Q: driver door window stuck down making a clicking sound passenger door works fine 2003 town and ...
A: Here is a summary for the '02 van that the other expert, Kevin, posted on 2/15/08. REMOVAL Remove ...
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| '07 Sebring Cluster icon: horseshoe with excamation point | 9/15/2009 |
Q: Don't have an owner's manual.....Symbol on dash looks like a horseshoe with an exclamation ...
A: The only icon with an exclamation point that I find in my most recent '04 manual is the one for the ...
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| Turn Signals/ Hazards not working: '01 T&C | 9/15/2009 |
Q: I have a 2001 town & country with an issue that when you use turn or four ways they flash on dash ...
A: It appears to me, based upon the '02 manual that there is no flasher and that the pulsing of the ...
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| 1995 dodge neon: codes 21, 25, loss of speedo | 9/14/2009 |
Q: When driving the car, the speedometer abrupty quits working and the car becomes quite sluggish. The ...
A: There are two oxygen sensors, one on the outlet flange of the exhaust manifold and one on the outlet ...
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| 1999 Sebring V-6 2.5: no start | 9/14/2009 |
Q: No start. Worked great when shut off. Next morning, no start. Towed to dealer who comes back and ...
A: What fault codes readout from the engine controller? A 0340 code would implicate the need for a ...
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| 2004 Sebring Sedan 4cyl - P0441 | 9/14/2009 |
Q: I recently started receiving code P0441 intermittently. It will go off for months, and come back. ...
A: The latest manual I have for the 4 cyl. Sebring is 2003 and in that year there were possibly two ...
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| A/C problems on 1996 LHS | 9/14/2009 |
Q: When i press the recycle air button on the heat/cool controls, the light on the button flashes 3 ...
A: I am not certain why the button flashes 3 times. The vapor/smoke/steam may actually be leakage from ...
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| '00 Cirrus blows 'ignition' fuse | 9/13/2009 |
Q: my 2000 Chrysler cirrus wont start every time i turn to start if blows the 20amp ignition fuse , i ...
A: Do you mean fuse #8 in the power distribution box under the hood? If so, then that one powers ...
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| battery discharges in 30 minutes | 9/13/2009 |
Q: I have a 98 sebring 2.5 v6. I have a short or something if I don't disconnect the battery it will ...
A: I think you have a short somewhere in the wiring or a component is staying energized when it ...
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| Door Locks not working: 2005 minivan | 9/13/2009 |
Q: My Chrysler 2005 town and country driver side door lock not working.The automatic door opening still ...
A: This is a common problem. Go to: ...
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| 1998 Concorde: engine dies when put in gear | 9/13/2009 |
Q: Do you know why my 98 chrysler concorde stalls when i put it into drive? I recently had an ...
A: I believe that may be due to the torque converter lock-up clutch in the transmission being stuck in ...
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| Cirrus blower motor resistor: right under instrument panel removal | 9/13/2009 |
Q: I need to replace resistor pack on my 2000 cirrus. I can't see how to get shroud off that is under ...
A: That 'silencer/duct' has a 'push-in' fastener under the right hand end of it that attaches it to the ...
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| No Spark: '95 3.3L | 9/13/2009 |
Q: My car has been sitting idle in my garage for about 3 months. I replaced all the brake lines and now ...
A: Take advantage of the self-diagnositic capability of the engine control system using your ignition ...
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| Airbag Light "On" | 9/12/2009 |
Q: I have a 2000 Dodge Intrepid and my Airbag Light is on. My cruise control and horn still work what ...
A: It could well be that a wire that connects the airbag to the steering column is broken even though ...
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| No Spark | 9/12/2009 |
Q: My car has been sitting idle in my garage for about 3 months. I replaced all the brake lines and now ...
A: What is the year, make, model, engine size in the car? Did the car run after the 3 month sit, or did ...
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| Lebaron: no cabin air controls/always defrost | 9/12/2009 |
Q: Whatever heater control button is pushed, everything blows out the defrost. I have checked for ...
A: You already have the control panel out so the first thing to do is see if you are drawing a vacuum ...
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| '94 Chrysler LHS stalling: code 51 | 9/12/2009 |
Q: My 94 LHS has just started stalling today. I moved the car to the side of the house and shut it off. ...
A: There are two oxygen sensors, one on the side of each exhaust manifold (remove the air intake hose ...
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| '91 Chrysler Lebaron:dying | 9/12/2009 |
Q: My 91 chrysler la baron keeps cutting out. We have changed the fuel pump, fuel filter, cap, wires, ...
A: I would check the computer for fault codes: use the ignition key turning it "on-off-on-off-on and ...
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| Trans limp-in issues: code 0733 | 9/12/2009 |
Q: We have 1997 Concorde with a 3.5L 4 speed auto.The trans.won't upshift to fourth gear and has two ...
A: The issue is that the ratio between the speed of the input and output sensor is not what would be ...
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| 99 Voyager AC Blower Problem | 9/12/2009 |
Q: I have a 99 Plymouth Grand Voyager, 3.8L engine, and it has a blower problem. The blower will make ...
A: The blower and its circuit are fairly simple, but it is not certain why you have the symptoms you ...
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| 2003 Intrepid ongoing engine code P0456 | 9/11/2009 |
Q: Since the day I have owned this car (brand new) Dealers have changed almost everything possible to ...
A: This specific code is about the evaporative emission control system having a small leak. As such the ...
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| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee: lights flicker | 9/11/2009 |
Q: I have an 05 Jeep Grand Cherokee that will occasionally experience a headlamp flickering and ...
A: I don't have the manual for that vehicle but I would not try replacing any of the computers until it ...
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| Trans limp-in issues | 9/10/2009 |
Q: We have 1997 Concorde with a 3.5L 4 speed auto.The trans.won't upshift to fourth gear and has two ...
A: What are the numbers of the transmission codes? That would best explain what is going on. Of course ...
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| Cirrus with vacuum issue | 9/9/2009 |
Q: Kevin, My girlfriends 95 Cirrus(I know you said 96 and up but they are similar and Roland is on ...
A: I have the '96 vacuum diagram and would be pleased to xerox copy and mail it to you if you will send ...
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| 2005 Chrysler Sebring Convertible 2.7L code P0406 | 9/9/2009 |
Q: I have a 2005 Sebring Convertible 2.7L engine with a Code of P0406 which is EGR Valve. Where can I ...
A: I don't have an '05 manual for the 2.7L engine, but I wonder if it even has an EGR. There is some ...
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| neon headlights | 9/6/2009 |
Q: I have been having some problems with my daughters' Neon. A couple of weeks ago the headlights went ...
A: Unfortunately I am not near my manuals so can't tell you about the circuit. I will be available on ...
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| '94 chrysler new yorker: fuel shut off? | 9/5/2009 |
Q: Where is the fuel shutoff switch
A: If you want to shut off the fuel pump you can go to the box in the engine compartment, just behind ...
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| 2000 Sebring Convertible slow coolant leak | 9/5/2009 |
Q: I have a slow coolant leak on passenger side. It is drippng down from just above oil pan drain plug ...
A: The water pump is hidden from view, being located on the front of the engine about in the middle ...
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| 1996 Chrysler Town & Country starts then dies. | 9/5/2009 |
Q: I have seen this problem everywhere but no definitive solution. Out of the blue, my T&C shut down. ...
A: There are a number of possible explanations for a no starter motor as well as for the start and die ...
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| Chrysler voyager climate control | 9/4/2009 |
Q: Where I could buy the lights bulb because the dealer wants to sell me the complete unit
A: I am uncertain whether the bulbs are sold as an aftermarket item, but I would begin by removing them ...
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| idle air control motor | 9/4/2009 |
Q: I was just told I need a new idle motor for a 2002 town and country 3.8. I can't find this ...
A: The item you are seeking is called the idle air control motor. It basically is an ...
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| 2002 300m fuel filter | 9/4/2009 |
Q: What is involved to change the fuel filter on a 2002 300m
A: You would have to drain the tank, lower the tank, remove the fuel pump module and finally that would ...
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| 2001 300m: no AC controls/abs 'on'/fuel gauge/headlamp malfunction | 9/4/2009 |
Q: My sister has a 2001 300m and the climate controls stop responding and the fuel gauge goes to empty ...
A: It hints at a problem with the digital data handling by the body computer, but let's try going for a ...
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| '97 2.5L V-6: rattling sound | 9/3/2009 |
Q: Roland, A couple weeks ago I noticed a rattle from the engine. (150,000 miles on engine, trans has ...
A: The best that I can suggest is to look over the various Groups at Autos.Yahoo.com to find one that ...
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| '97 2.5L V-6: rattling sound | 9/3/2009 |
Q: Roland, A couple weeks ago I noticed a rattle from the engine. (150,000 miles on engine, trans has ...
A: i haven't had enough experience with that engine to give you anything based on that. How about ...
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| 96 Breeze electrical issues | 9/3/2009 |
Q: The horn on my Wife's Breeze started honking continuously a few weeks ago. A person in the parking ...
A: Those problems don't seem to be inter-related unless they all started at the same time in which case ...
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| CD changer: 300m | 9/3/2009 |
Q: When I replace the battery in my 2001 300M, my 4 disk CD changer stopped working. It will load and ...
A: You are correct to check the cable connecting the radio and the CD player as that is the exclusive ...
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| Cirrus dieselling/stalling | 9/3/2009 |
Q: I have a 98 2.5l v6 cirrus. When I accelerate after idling the engine sometimes hesitates and then ...
A: One device that often causes poor idle/hard starting/poor acceleration is the egr valve. It can be ...
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| 1996 Chrysler Town & Country starts then dies. | 9/3/2009 |
Q: I have seen this problem everywhere but no definitive solution. Out of the blue, my T&C shut down. ...
A: I am having trouble with terminology that you use. When you say, 'won't crank', that to me means ...
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| no code no 4 cyl missfire under load | 9/3/2009 |
Q: I have a 98 grand caravan with 3.3l v6 flex fuel. I keep getting a missfire under load in no.4 cyl. ...
A: Have you checked the high tension wire from the spark coil pack to the the #4 plug. It may be arcing ...
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| 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan ES: codes 0122, 0201, 1478 | 9/2/2009 |
Q: Codes 1684,0201,0122,1478 came up and van will only drive for a good 5-10 miles then battery light ...
A: The 1684 merely says that the battery was disconnected recently...when you replaced the battery ...
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| Sebring JXI Convertible: no interior lights | 9/2/2009 |
Q: I recently purchased a 2000 Jxi Convertible and I noticed that there are no interior lights when you ...
A: I believe the other relay you found is for the rear deck release if you found it on the right side ...
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| trans in limp:'94 Lebaron | 9/1/2009 |
Q: I have a 94 le baron. The trans is in limp home mode. My speedo doesn't work either. i found a ...
A: Disconnecting the battery will usually cancel the limp mode, but if the same fault is sensed it will ...
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| P1391 Code | 9/1/2009 |
Q: I have a 2001 Sebring with a 2.7 engine. It has started to hiccup while at a stop, driving slow or ...
A: That code says that either the crank or cam sensor is intermittent. Unfortunately it doesn't say ...
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| 98 Sebring intermittent reverse engagement | 9/1/2009 |
Q: When starting the car and shifting from park to reverse, sometimes the transmission acts like it is ...
A: You are welcome. The shift indicator is electrical, but the actual actuation of the transmission is ...
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| 98 Sebring intermittent reverse engagement | 9/1/2009 |
Q: When starting the car and shifting from park to reverse, sometimes the transmission acts like it is ...
A: That switch is internal to the transmission and can be replaced, but it is not a simple part but ...
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| 1999 Cirrus: Power Windows stopped working | 9/1/2009 |
Q: My power windows stopped working, they worked all day and once I tried to close the driver's side it ...
A: You are welcome, Jeannie. The circuit breaker is resettable so it is likely to not be damaged. If ...
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| starting problem: 3.3L V-6 | 9/1/2009 |
Q: some mornings engine wont start,cranks almost starts,same again,if it starts,have to hold at 2000 ...
A: Check the egr valve which may be gummed up and thus is sticking slightly ajar which will lean out ...
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| '96 Town & Country Dies, "Stumbles" | 9/1/2009 |
Q: I have a 1996 Town and Country with 208,000 miles and live at 5,000-foot elevation. It ...
A: I appreciate the detailed history of the problem. I have a couple of thoughts: the egr valve may be ...
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| 1999 Cirrus: Power Windows stopped working | 8/31/2009 |
Q: My power windows stopped working, they worked all day and once I tried to close the driver's side it ...
A: The website for Autozone.com may show either wiring diagrams or at least fuses/circuit breakers for ...
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| 1997 Sebring JXi left door lock | 8/31/2009 |
Q: Door lock will not operate from switch on either door or from key fob. Lock knob on door does ...
A: I believe you will need to remove the door trim panel and then remove the door lock motor and the ...
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| 91 dodge dynasty no start | 8/31/2009 |
Q: I bought my daughter a 91 dynasty (3.3 V6)and all was well for a year. I got a call saying she drove ...
A: I would hold off on the fuel pressure/pump issue for now and instead use the self-diagnostic ...
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| exhaust and engine noise: 2004 Chryler Pacifica 2.5 eng allwheel drive | 8/31/2009 |
Q: Hey Mr. Roland. Walmart oil change has stripped my bolt so I need a new oil pan which is on order. ...
A: I don't understand what the seafoam/stp oil treatment was supposed to accomplish? Who suggested it? ...
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| Sebring JXI Convertible: no interior lights | 8/31/2009 |
Q: I recently purchased a 2000 Jxi Convertible and I noticed that there are no interior lights when you ...
A: The lights all require the 'action' of the illuminated entry relay which is controlled by the body ...
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| cooling system runs hot (LHS '97)/fans don't operate | 8/31/2009 |
Q: Kevin, I have 1996 LHS 3.5L with a problem of running hot. So far the system has a new water pump ...
A: There is only one sensor. It may be inaccurate or it may not be immersed fully in the coolant due to ...
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| 1999 chrysler lhs problems starting | 8/31/2009 |
Q: i have a 1999 chrysler lhs and about 2 months ago it would not turn on some days and then when it ...
A: That all sounds like you have a weakly charged battery. If the age of the battery is about the same ...
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| 94 LHS intermittent power loss/door locking/gauges/chimes | 8/31/2009 |
Q: Roland, Thanks for your help on this issue: I drive a 94LHS and recently it has started to do ...
A: Open the end cap of the dash at the driver side and check fuses 17,18,19,20, as well as 6,7,21,22, ...
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| '96 Stratus guage cluster not working | 8/31/2009 |
Q: My daughter has a 96 stratus that all of a sudden stopped working but would come on off and on. Now ...
A: All the data that cause the cluster to read come in on a single pair of twisted wires as a digital ...
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| 1988 Chrysler 5th Ave: dies, recovers after cooling | 8/31/2009 |
Q: Problem: Car stalls after restarting when it sets for only a few minutes. It can set all day or ...
A: I suspect one of the engine position sensors is failing because these symptoms occur when they do. ...
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| Speedometer/odometer not working: '98 minivan | 8/30/2009 |
Q: I am puzzled as to why the speedometer & RPM gages on my 98' Plymouth grand voyager is not working. ...
A: That is a bit strange because the data to operate the two meter needles comes in digitally on a ...
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| '97 2.5L V-6: dies at idle/hard to start | 8/30/2009 |
Q: my 97 Chrysler sebring keeps dying at idle. You also have to press the gas pedal to start it, and ...
A: This situation reminds me of an issue which is often overlooked: the exhaust gas recirculation (egr) ...
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| Starter Solenoid | 8/30/2009 |
Q: Roland, I have a 2004 Chrysler T&C which I believe has a bad starter/solenoid. I may be a little ...
A: The solenoid is part of the starter motor and gets its voltage on a yellow/gray wire which comes ...
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| 94 LHS intermittent power loss/door locking/gauges/chimes | 8/30/2009 |
Q: Roland, Thanks for your help on this issue: I drive a 94LHS and recently it has started to do ...
A: It sounds more to me like you have a flakey ignition switch which is cutting out of the run position ...
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| 2002 Chrysler T & C: Starter motor intermittent | 8/30/2009 |
Q: Intermittently won't start. Turn ignition switch to start and nothing happens. Lights stay normal ...
A: The security key immobilizer module system (SKIM) does not affect the starter motor. Instead it ...
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| '94 Chrysler LHS stalling; code 11 | 8/30/2009 |
Q: My 94 LHS has just started stalling today. I moved the car to the side of the house and shut it off. ...
A: The codes are very diagnostic of the cause of the problem. The 12 just means that sometime in the ...
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| 1997 2,5 V-6, code 21 | 8/29/2009 |
Q: i just got a code 12 and 21 any ideas
A: The 12 just says the battery was disconnected in the recent past, which unless is untrue I would ...
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| noise on brakes | 8/29/2009 |
Q: I have a 2006 Chrysler sebring 2.4 engine 4 cylinder. I just heard a noise coming from the brakes a ...
A: It may be there is some dirt or grease/oil on the surface of a rotor. So try wiping both sides of ...
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| shifter is stuck in drive | 8/29/2009 |
Q: I have a 2002 Chrysler Concorde. The last time I drove my car the shifter became stuck in the drive ...
A: The shifter is attached via a cable to a vertical rod at the transmission. I would go to the ...
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| noise on brakes | 8/29/2009 |
Q: I have a 2006 Chrysler sebring 2.4 engine 4 cylinder. I just heard a noise coming from the brakes a ...
A: When you say 'coming from the brakes' do you mean just coming from the area of one of the wheels, or ...
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| Timing (set up after broken belt): 3.0L | 8/29/2009 |
Q: I have a Chrysler Le baron 1993 3.0L 6 Cyl. My timing belt broke, I know that this engine is an ...
A: That is the timing mark and so don't be concerned that it is not. It is TDC for # 1. Get the ...
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| Timing (set up after broken belt): 3.0L | 8/29/2009 |
Q: I have a Chrysler Le baron 1993 3.0L 6 Cyl. My timing belt broke, I know that this engine is an ...
A: I don't believe it has interference issues, but in any case take a look at: ...
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| fix power seat on chrysler 300 (2005 yr) | 8/29/2009 |
Q: My passenger power seat on my Chrysler 300 (2005 model) won't go back. I push the button to move it ...
A: It sounds like there is a foreign object stuck in the track. The best I can suggest is to remove the ...
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| no spark: 2001 sebring 2.4L | 8/29/2009 |
Q: no spark 2001 sebring 2.4 replaced coil , crank and cam sensors still no spark no codes i do ...
A: Check that fuse 23 is good and that it has 12v on it (check both pins so as to verify the fuse isn't ...
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| Chrysler Town and Country 1998 | 8/28/2009 |
Q: For the last 3 summers the van would let you start it but then it dyes right away. If you wait for ...
A: The start and die in a second or two is more symptomatic of a failure to disarm the theft system. ...
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| 1997 minivan overhead console removal | 8/28/2009 |
Q: I picked up a replacement overhead light/sunglass holder unit at the junkyard which came out easily ...
A: The '98 manual that I have says to open the transmitter bin and remove the screw, then open the ...
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| 1999 Sebring Convertible: replace PCM? | 8/28/2009 |
Q: The throttle position sensor had to be replaced according to the PCM codes. After replacing sensor ...
A: I agree with your questioning this replacement need. The PCM is mounted pretty high in the ...
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| Car grinds when stepping on gas | 8/28/2009 |
Q: The car grings when I step on the gas I don't know if anything is wrong and is it safe to drive. ...
A: If it is the boot being torn, the job probably takes an hour to an hour and a half of labor (check ...
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| 1995 Concorde - No Climate Control | 8/27/2009 |
Q: The ATC on my Concorde has been acting up intermittently for about a year. Usually if I pressed ...
A: There are three fuses involved in the ATC. Fuse #21 is for the blower, while fuse #6 helps power the ...
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| Car grinds when stepping on gas | 8/27/2009 |
Q: The car grings when I step on the gas I don't know if anything is wrong and is it safe to drive. ...
A: That sounds like you might have a torn boot on the left constant velocity joint which results in the ...
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| Car grinds when stepping on gas | 8/27/2009 |
Q: The car grings when I step on the gas I don't know if anything is wrong and is it safe to drive. ...
A: Where does it sound like the grinding is coming from: the front left, front right, in the middle? ...
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| abs light | 8/27/2009 |
Q: after starting car all the light go out as nomal then about 100yrd the abs light comes on
A: With a plug-in code reader one can get a clue about what the ABS controller believes is wrong. But ...
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| 03 Town & Country no start | 8/27/2009 |
Q: Driving down the road it shut off..NOT STALLS.. Shuts off, like someone turned the key. Turn key to ...
A: You are welcome. So glad to learn of the fix. I had a hunch because you said that you couldn't get ...
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| Transmission stuck in park/is it on a slope? | 8/27/2009 |
Q: automatic transmission with manual override. gear shift will not disengage from park. Car was backed ...
A: If the driveway is tilted, then probably the pressure of gravity on the drivetrain transmitted to ...
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| pcm outputs to fan relay | 8/27/2009 |
Q: 2001 chrysler voyager 3.3l 6 cyl. at what voltage does the coolant fan relay trip and can you ...
A: That pin is correct for the fan relay but it should go to battery voltage if it is going to close ...
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| 03 Town & Country no start | 8/27/2009 |
Q: Driving down the road it shut off..NOT STALLS.. Shuts off, like someone turned the key. Turn key to ...
A: Dennis, The code check is "on-off-on-off-on and leave on" doing that in 5 seconds or less elapsed ...
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| Relays clicking/cluster intermittent/poor starting | 8/26/2009 |
Q: My 98' chrysler t/c w/3.8 motor has 129000 miles. When I turn the key to on, I can hear several ...
A: The ASD and fuel pump relay are supposed to click once when you turn the ignition to the run ...
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| camshaft senser: 3.5L '03 | 8/26/2009 |
Q: I have a 2003 concorde and the camshaft senser is acting up. The car will just shut off while ...
A: Yes, Look on the front of the engine, driver's side, screwed into the front cover as described. It ...
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| camshaft senser | 8/26/2009 |
Q: I have a 2003 concorde and the camshaft senser is acting up. The car will just shut off while ...
A: The cam sensor is usually mounted in the front cover of the timing belt area of the engine (3.5L) or ...
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| High Idle | 8/26/2009 |
Q: 91k miles, suddenly started idling at 3-4k rpm. No MIL, no DTCs on core reader; no obvious air ...
A: Two things to check: the throat of the throttle body may be dirty so clean its throat, and both ...
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| Relays clicking/cluster intermittent/poor starting | 8/26/2009 |
Q: My 98' chrysler t/c w/3.8 motor has 129000 miles. When I turn the key to on, I can hear several ...
A: At least we know the battery is good. The engine ground is on the rear of the cylinder head (the ...
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| '97 3.3L no start | 8/26/2009 |
Q: i have a 97 dodge caravan 3.3 i have fuel pressure, cranks over swapped relays around new cam and ...
A: In start you should have pin 10 (yellow) pin 9 (dark blue) of the gray plug showing 12V and pin 1 ...
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| '97 3.3L no start | 8/26/2009 |
Q: i have a 97 dodge caravan 3.3 i have fuel pressure, cranks over swapped relays around new cam and ...
A: Because the spark occurs once as do the injectors, that means the ASD relay is not staying closed. ...
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| 2008 Chrysler 300 - No Start | 8/26/2009 |
Q: I recently bought a 2008 Chrysler 300 @ auction. The car was previously registered to DTG ...
A: If it is a theft system that is keeping it from starting it would demonstrate that by starting and ...
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| speedometer quit after spark plug change | 8/26/2009 |
Q: changed sparkplugs on 2001 town & country and speedomedor stopped working any idea why.
A: I don't see any possible relationship between the two. The speedo get its signal from the crankshaft ...
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| 98 t&c van: radiator fans don't work | 8/26/2009 |
Q: after shutting the vehicle off,the radiator kept runing and it killed the battery. I recharged the ...
A: It is a very simple circuit. The first possibility is that the fuse for the fans is blown. It is #24 ...
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| Relays clicking/cluster intermittent/poor starting | 8/26/2009 |
Q: My 98' chrysler t/c w/3.8 motor has 129000 miles. When I turn the key to on, I can hear several ...
A: Because of the multiple symptoms involving electrical systems and the quality of the running I would ...
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| Dodge 2004 2.7L engine re-building | 8/25/2009 |
Q: Roland, my son has a 04 Intrepid with the 2.7 and we recently changed the oil pan gasket had a leak ...
A: I don't know about the specifics of remediating that engine. I do have the '98 shop manual that ...
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| repair of keyless remotes | 8/25/2009 |
Q: I own an 2005 Dodge Dakota slt,neither of my remotes work,is there not someone who can repair these? ...
A: Sorry Joe, I don't. If you can get one of them to work at all, just once, you can probably use it ...
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| '06 Pacifica seat wiring | 8/25/2009 |
Q: I want to install the front seats from an '06 Pacifica in a horsedrawn wagon I am building. The ...
A: I don't have a Pacifica manual. The closest one is an '04 300m manual. There are 15 different ...
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| 300M overhead map/courtesy bulb replacement | 8/25/2009 |
Q: How do you replace a map light bulb? I removed the screw on the back of the cover, but the console ...
A: I assume that this map bulb is located in the overhead console. To replace the lamps in the console ...
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| Sebring '96:dies when hot, then recovers quickly | 8/25/2009 |
Q: As soon as the car heats up it cuts out (The batteries doesn't die) and i am able to start it right ...
A: Try using your ignition key to get any fault codes in the operation of the engine that may be ...
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| Ignition switch problem, '95 minivan | 8/24/2009 |
Q: 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan SE. The ignition switch failed and during the troubleshooting process I ...
A: If you were indeed checking between pins 1 and 7 then the ignition switch itself is not making ...
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| Speedometer error / knocking sound from engine | 8/24/2009 |
Q: My 2001 Chrysler T&C has 120000 miles, the speedometer is not working. It's running 10 miles over ...
A: The speedometer error may be just a loss of accuracy with age or it might be an incorrect ...
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| '97 and '98 2.5L V6 start and die | 8/24/2009 |
Q: i have a 97 dodge stratus and a 98 chrysler cirrus both with the 2.5 v6 on the 98 i changed the fuel ...
A: All the egr system tests require a hand-held vacuum pump, but the starting problem whould not be due ...
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| '97 and '98 2.5L V6 start and die | 8/24/2009 |
Q: i have a 97 dodge stratus and a 98 chrysler cirrus both with the 2.5 v6 on the 98 i changed the fuel ...
A: Have you tried to get any fault codes that may be stored in the powertrain control modules? If you ...
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| 2001 Chrysler 300M: overheating | 8/24/2009 |
Q: My car overheats after a few (maybe 5 or 6) city miles. It runs for a while at normal temp then the ...
A: If the coolant isn't boiling over, and if the oil isn't cloudy, and there is not other signs of a ...
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| '01 Town and Country headlights | 8/24/2009 |
Q: I have a 2001 Town & Country. I have a problem with both headlights not coming on at the same time. ...
A: I just found your message in the pool, so don't know where things stand with the headlight problem. ...
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| Dodge Intrepid Dash Light Bulb Replacement | 8/24/2009 |
Q: I know this may seem silly, but we can't find out how to get access to replace a burned out bulb for ...
A: It is not too difficult: Just for electrical safety you may want to remove the - post battery wire ...
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| oil level sender unit | 8/24/2009 |
Q: On my 2000 Chrysler Voyger van the need oil indicator comes on the dinger sounds. I keep the oil ...
A: What engine do you have? Usually the oil warning is only for the oil pressure, not the level, and ...
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| 41te trans: overheating? | 8/24/2009 |
Q: On a 94 caravan 41te, i have no shifting problems, but after awhile it will started whining so i ...
A: The manual describes using a power flushing tool (Miller 6906A) and a transmission flushing compound ...
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| 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan | 8/23/2009 |
Q: 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan Sport AWD 3.8 No codes, Engine misses when first started, up to 10 minutes, ...
A: Try using the ignition key to get fault code readout on the odometer window:"on-off-on-off-on and ...
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| '00 Cirrus LX 2.4L water pump replacement | 8/23/2009 |
Q: I may be in over my head. My cousin came over with his 2000 Chrysler Cirrus LX. We've determined ...
A: Unfortunately, without a good deal of information from the shop manual this job cannot be done. You ...
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| Automatic transmission "jerks" when coming to a stop | 8/23/2009 |
Q: The automatic transmision there is a problem when I start to slow the van down and come to a stop it ...
A: That jerky response is related to the torque converter which is what allows you to drive without the ...
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| 41te trans: overheating? | 8/23/2009 |
Q: On a 94 caravan 41te, i have no shifting problems, but after awhile it will started whining so i ...
A: You know more about the internals of that etax than I! My only suggestion would be to check out the ...
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| '00 Stratus has fuel and spark but won't start | 8/23/2009 |
Q: I have a 2000 stratus with the four cylinder it was running fine and died no won't start it has fire ...
A: With fuel, spark, and presumed compression, I am left to think of Mixture as the problem. My first ...
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| Code p0700 | 8/22/2009 |
Q: I've been reading some of your past answers and wanted to know if changes the trans controll mod on ...
A: The interesting thing about an 0700 is that there is supposed to be another code about the ...
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| Keyless Entry FOB 1996 Sebring Conv: programming | 8/22/2009 |
Q: I have a 1996 Sebring Contvertible. I have 1 keyless entry keyfob which is on its last leg. I want ...
A: Both the '96 and '00 Sebring convert manuals say that the programming of a new FOB requires ...
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| '98 2.7/3.2L: code 1391, code 0356 | 8/22/2009 |
Q: I have a 1998 Chrysler Concorde that died on my wife the other day. She explain that while driving ...
A: In your original message you typed 1931...so that is why I asked. The 0356 could be one of several ...
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| 1997 Intrepid no spark | 8/21/2009 |
Q: Last night the car was working great, we woke up this morning and had no spark. We scanned the ...
A: Here is an answer I gave to another owner of a '97 LH car: Probably there is something wrong with ...
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| Pacifica ASB Sensor | 8/21/2009 |
Q: My ABS light went on and I brought it to my dealer. They said that one of the front sensors was bad ...
A: Kevin might have a more authoritative answer, and he will be available again arount 7pm cst, I ...
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| oil pressure light flickers 'on' | 8/21/2009 |
Q: Roland-I have 2003 Chrysler 300m 3.5 engine. My oil pressure lite comes on at times. It will flicker ...
A: Here is a 'stock' reply I have given: "This is fairly common with all makes/models. Your idle rpm ...
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| ASD Relay Circuit fault code #42: '93 3.0L | 8/21/2009 |
Q: I have a 93 Chrysler Lebaron. The car shut off while driving down the freeway yesterday. I checked ...
A: Did you try switching out the relay for another one like it? Do you hear the fuel pump run when you ...
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| ASD Relay Circuit fault code #42: '93 3.0L | 8/21/2009 |
Q: I have a 93 Chrysler Lebaron. The car shut off while driving down the freeway yesterday. I checked ...
A: The same circuit is in your car as in the convert, only the relay is on the driver's side inner ...
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| radio: '01 Sebring | 8/21/2009 |
Q: The equalizer lights are on so I pulled the neg, battery post off , then replaced and it worked for ...
A: I assume that the 'equalizer' is part of the audio system. My '03 manual, which I assume applies to ...
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| ASD Relay Circuit fault code #42: '93 3.0L | 8/21/2009 |
Q: I have a 93 Chrysler Lebaron. The car shut off while driving down the freeway yesterday. I checked ...
A: The ASD code (#42) says that when the engine controller has told the ASD relay to close its contacts ...
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| 2000 sebring timing | 8/21/2009 |
Q: I would like to know what controls the timing on a 2000 2.5l sebring convertible. The car idles at ...
A: The pcm controls the timing based upon the crank position sensor, I believe. The timing is programed ...
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| 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager 3.0L V-6 | 8/21/2009 |
Q: The engine hesitates or stalls when you step on the throttle when it is in gear and on the road. I ...
A: Have you checked the egr for possibly having a sluggish valve action? It is in the pipe that crosses ...
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| p1495 ldp code | 8/21/2009 |
Q: Wifes van 03 chrysler voyager approx 50k cel on w/a small/large evap leak detected.checked gas cap ...
A: The middle pin of the pump connector is the 'solenod control' wire and it connects to pin 77 of the ...
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| 2001 Intrepid RPM surge after work | 8/21/2009 |
Q: I just replace the water outlet pipe on my mothers 2001 intrepid 2.7L After reassembling I started ...
A: That code simply means the battery was disconnected recently, so is of no relevance. To rev as you ...
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| 2001 Intrepid RPM surge after work | 8/20/2009 |
Q: I just replace the water outlet pipe on my mothers 2001 intrepid 2.7L After reassembling I started ...
A: Try getting fault codes with the ignition key:"on-off-on-off-on and leave on" doing that in 5 ...
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| '94 dodge spirit: radiator fan | 8/20/2009 |
Q: I have a 94 spirit with a 6 cyl. mitsubishe engine.. the electric fan motor will not kick in to cool ...
A: You might want to start at the fan relay socket which is the rear-most of the three on the ...
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| 97 cirrus a/c problem | 8/20/2009 |
Q: i went to recharge the a/c and i noticed there is no air coming from the vents only from the defrost ...
A: The air distribution is controlled by the mode door which is moved by a small motor called the mode ...
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| plymouth neon sohc 2.0l: misses when hot/codes 0351, 0390 | 8/20/2009 |
Q: Roland, I recently change the headgasket on my nephews 95 neon sohc 2.0l because of oil leaks. all ...
A: According to the diagnostic manual the 0351 is about the spark coil primary circuit not responding ...
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| 1999 Sebring: won't shift into gears/release key | 8/20/2009 |
Q: My son has a Sebring and he called me and said that the car would not shift into park or any other ...
A: I mis-spoke about the convertible not having the key interlock issue. It does too, like the coupe. ...
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| 95 LXi Cirrus starter will not crank | 8/20/2009 |
Q: Have a 95 LXi Cirrus that has had some troubles in the past but running fine until last night. ...
A: It would appear to me that the battery is either too low on charge or is unable to put out the ...
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| chrysler 300 | 8/20/2009 |
Q: 000 miles. recently while driving the all the gages in the instrument panel will go to zero, as if ...
A: Unfortunately I don't have an '05 manual but it may just be a loose connection of the digital data ...
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| 1999 Sebring: won't shift into gears/release key | 8/20/2009 |
Q: My son has a Sebring and he called me and said that the car would not shift into park or any other ...
A: There are two sorts of Sebring cars, one a convertible and one a coupe. They are entirely different ...
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| Chrysler 300m 2002 blinking engine light | 8/20/2009 |
Q: i was driving today and will siting idle in a parking lot, my check engine light began to blink.... ...
A: It is not something serious except for that cylinder. I assume that the sparks were coming from the ...
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| 2001 Chrysler T & C: battery light "on" | 8/20/2009 |
Q: On Saturday I was going home from work and I noticed the battery light came on. I stopped thinking ...
A: It probably is the alternator, but just in case you might want to check to be sure the serpentine ...
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| no spark: 1995 Neon | 8/19/2009 |
Q: Okay, let me start by explaining what happened. My wife was driving the car. It began to lose power ...
A: Yes it is safe, so long as you don't get in an accident which kills the engine and breaks a fuel ...
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| no spark: 1995 Neon | 8/19/2009 |
Q: Okay, let me start by explaining what happened. My wife was driving the car. It began to lose power ...
A: Did you try disconnecting the battery after replacing all the sensors, etc. to erase the earlier ...
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| Tach and speedometer intermittent:'97 minivan | 8/19/2009 |
Q: I own a 1997 Chrysler Mini van with 90,000, just recently when I start the van the tach and ...
A: It could either be a problem internal to the cluster itself, or there could be a problem with the ...
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| 2002 Chrysler T&C: Evaporator leak? | 8/19/2009 |
Q: Our 2002 T&C stopped blowing cold air a couple years ago. We had it tested on more than one ...
A: It would be better to keep searching for the leak than to take a guess that replacing the evaporator ...
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| 2001 PT Cruiser - P0601: internal control failure | 8/19/2009 |
Q: I too have a 2001 PT Cruiser with manual transmission and I think the 2400cc engine. After recently ...
A: On the warranty, I hadn't known of an 8/80 limit but in either case it is typically OR not AND. On ...
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| town & country over-heating of cooling system | 8/19/2009 |
Q: My 1998 lxi is over heating but faster when i put the ac on. I have changed the therm but still is ...
A: The decrease in cooling ability might be due to an impeded coolant flow across the tubes of the ...
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| 98 Plymouth Voyager Timing reset | 8/19/2009 |
Q: I've had the misfortune of having to help replace the water pump on a 98 Plymouth Voyager 3.0 V6, ...
A: You may have to go through all or part of the timing belt install procedure. ...
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| 2001 t&c: code p0206 | 8/19/2009 |
Q: First let me say thanks for your help in a previous question I had about van. You were right. There ...
A: You are very welcome. The 0206 code is specific to the cylinder #6 fuel injector so I believe it is ...
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| 1992 Lebaron 4 Cyl. TBI no Turbo: head gasket r&r | 8/18/2009 |
Q: 1st let me thank you Roland for all your help in the past. I have been using your old answers for ...
A: I used a write-up at www.allpar.com called "replacing your head gasket" by John Mastriano with good ...
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| Chrysler Cirrus lxi: service manual | 8/18/2009 |
Q: Mr. Finston, I have a 1999 Chrysler Cirrus lxi (6 cylinder) and I'd like to know what kind of repair ...
A: The best 'mass' manual is the Haynes #25015 but it is not as detailed as the Chrysler Corporate ...
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| 1992 Lebaron 4 Cyl. TBI no Turbo | 8/18/2009 |
Q: 1st let me thank you Roland for all your help in the past. I have been using your old answers for ...
A: You are welcome! I looked at the '92 manual and find that the egr on the 2.2/2.5 may or may not be ...
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| '03 auto. Neon cuts out when put in gear | 8/18/2009 |
Q: I was wondering if you could help me?I have a 2003 chrysler neon (europe spec) and when going from P ...
A: That sounds like the torque converter lock-up clutch is locked up so the two halves of the turbine ...
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| 1993 New Yorker Electrical Problem | 8/17/2009 |
Q: In answer to your followup question my 1993 new yorker is the newer boxier looking car. I just ...
A: Original1993 Chrysler New Yorker Fifth Avenue. Here's the problem. First the Speedometer went to ...
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| 89 New Yorker digital display | 8/17/2009 |
Q: Roland, I have a 1989 New Yorker with the florescent digital display. Recently the dash has begun to ...
A: There is no circuit diagram shown for the clusters in the manuals. About the best I can suggest ...
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| overheating | 8/17/2009 |
Q: I have a 1996 chrysler concorde I changed the thermostat not losing any coolant water pump works ...
A: Have you tried the de-aeration procedure using the bleed valve at the the thermostat housing? You ...
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| '97 3.5L egr valve/transducer-solenoid | 8/17/2009 |
Q: I have a 1997 Dodge Intrepid 3.5L. I am getting a code P0401 which is EGR insufficient flow. While ...
A: The part you referenced by number is in fact the egr valve itself* and is mounted on the rear of the ...
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| '98 Concorde LXI : instrument cluster removal | 8/17/2009 |
Q: How do you remove instrument cluster to service dash lights?
A: This is the procedure for the Concorde: Disconnect the negative battery clamp is a good idea. Remove ...
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| Over heating | 8/17/2009 |
Q: I have a 2002 Town and Country.I have have replaced the thermostat but I am still having the same ...
A: Do the cooling fans come on as the temp rises? Pull over and check for that to occur or listen for ...
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| 04 Chrysler Sebring Fog Light Problem | 8/17/2009 |
Q: My Fog lights stopped working on my 04 Sebring Convertible. The bulbs are fine and the wiring ...
A: Sure, if you are going to otherwise replace the switch why not give that a try. You are most ...
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| 2000 sebring 2.5l no power | 8/16/2009 |
Q: I have a 2000 sebring convertible with a 2.5l engine. The car idles fine but has absolutely no ...
A: Hmmm, It should have set a 1684, but at least it did 'see' the trans code. I guess except to drive ...
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| 2000 sebring 2.5l no power | 8/16/2009 |
Q: I have a 2000 sebring convertible with a 2.5l engine. The car idles fine but has absolutely no ...
A: I assume that there was evidence for some sort of communication in response to the fault code ...
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| 2000 sebring 2.5l no power | 8/16/2009 |
Q: I have a 2000 sebring convertible with a 2.5l engine. The car idles fine but has absolutely no ...
A: Just in case, do you have any fault codes stored in the PCM memory? "On-off-on-off-on and leave on" ...
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| 04 Chrysler Sebring Fog Light Problem | 8/16/2009 |
Q: My Fog lights stopped working on my 04 Sebring Convertible. The bulbs are fine and the wiring ...
A: If the pins you are looking at on the blue plug socket and those associated with the wire color ...
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| 1994 3.0L missing when warm | 8/16/2009 |
Q: my 3.0L (100k) runs rough(er) the hotter it gets or longer you drive it, you can feel random ...
A: I assume that at least you got a code 55, if not then there is something wrong with the pcm. The ...
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| 1994 3.0L missing when warm | 8/16/2009 |
Q: my 3.0L (100k) runs rough(er) the hotter it gets or longer you drive it, you can feel random ...
A: Get the fault codes using the ignition key. "on-off-on-off-on and leave on" doing that in 5 seconds ...
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| Starter r&r 3.2/3.5L | 8/16/2009 |
Q: You said in a previous post there are a few tips for removing the starter from a 99 chrysler lhs. If ...
A: This is for the the 3.2/3.5 engines: There are a few tricks: This is from the '98 manual but I ...
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| 41te 0750 code | 8/16/2009 |
Q: i have a 0750 code on my town and country 02 replaced solenoid pack the trans was opereting fine and ...
A: There are two general possibilites: the current from the transmission relay may not be getting to ...
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| ABS Brake Light 1997 Chrysler Concorde | 8/15/2009 |
Q: The ABS brake light and trac off light began coming on a few days ago. Now when I drive as soon as ...
A: Have you checked the brake fluid level? That could be low due to a leak. The ABS system is designed ...
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| Crankshaft Position Sensor: 2.4L | 8/15/2009 |
Q: I have a 2003 Chrysler Sebring that came up on codes to replace the crankshaft position sensor. I ...
A: The '03 Sebring manual has a figure showing it to be on the right hand (firewall) side of the engine ...
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| Crankshaft Position Sensor: 2.4L | 8/15/2009 |
Q: I have a 2003 Chrysler Sebring that came up on codes to replace the crankshaft position sensor. I ...
A: It is on the backside of the engine (the firewall side) near the drivebelt at the front and the oil ...
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| Transmission/ tachometer | 8/15/2009 |
Q: MY 1999 cirrus has a tachometer that shows 5-7000 rpm at idle, would that prevent the transmission ...
A: What is the actual rpm at idle? I doubt that there is an interlock related to that mis-reading of ...
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| Starting the 96 Grand Caravan 3.3L | 8/15/2009 |
Q: Kevin, When I go to start, the Caravan and I turn the key to the start position you know how the ...
A: My thought would be to check the function of the 5 sections of the igntion switch to verify that ...
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| '98 2.7L: engine cyclicaly cuts out. code 0340 | 8/15/2009 |
Q: The engine rythmicaly cut out as it hit 2700-2800 rpm. Runs very smooth below that. Show 0340 ...
A: That code is about the signal from the camshaft sensor being absent at the computer. Typically it ...
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| '99 2.5L: CODE P0403 | 8/14/2009 |
Q: I just failed the emissions test and was given this code. What is it for and What repair needs to ...
A: That code is about a pollution reduction device called the exhaust gas recirculation valve. It it ...
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| O2 sensor: 3.8L '03 | 8/14/2009 |
Q: I have a 2003 Chrysler T/C minivan with the 3.8L V6. I have a code for the O2 sensor. Where is it ...
A: On that engine there are two sensors, and the code should tell you which one is bad. A code for the ...
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| Chrysler Pacifica: gas gauge inaccurate | 8/14/2009 |
Q: My Chrysler Pacifica also does what another person said theirs does. The gas guage drops from a ...
A: It probably is just an intermittent variable resistor surface problem of the float mechanism in the ...
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| Voyager airbag light 'on' | 8/14/2009 |
Q: I am in the UK and have a 2000 Chrysler Voyager 2.0L with 150,000 miles. A few days ago my airbag ...
A: The restraint system is totally self-contained in the airbag module, there are no other crash ...
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| Electrical connector servicing | 8/14/2009 |
Q: I have a 2000 Dakota with no low beams. I have diagnosed it to the electrical connector in the ...
A: The '02 minivan manuals shows there to be 6 different kinds of femals connector plugs and a 5 ...
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| Squeeking/clicking sound when accelerating/turning | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2002 sebring with 130k miles, lately i been hearing noises when |
