Updated November 30, 2009, 5:40 pm

Help with the cd changer in my 2000 Chrysler LHS!!?

Question 1
Help with the cd changer in my 2000 Chrysler LHS!!?...  I accidentally left a light on, so my battery died. We jumped it, and everything was back to normal. Except for my cd changer. Before my battery died, it worked just fine. But now the 4 disc cd changer doesn't work. If you are not fimiliar with it, the system looks like this: http://www.allpar.com/reviews/photos/im/300m-interior.jpg
so the cd changer is a totally separate system than the radio and cassette tape. But now the 4 lights just flash and it won't let me play the cds I already had in there, and it wont let me eject them either. What could possibly be the problem? Also, if I just buy a new cd changer, the exact same as the old one, will it work? Please Help Me!!!

Answers
1)   ur link doesn't work.......but sounds like either the security locked it or it just need to b reset...

if it just need reset unplug the power to it wait a few minutes then plug it back up....if its the security then u need to follow the man directions and probably need a code to reset it......but since ur link doesn't work i can't help u with any info on this.....good luck - Karle

2)   I have an intrepid with same system, and it has never failed. BUT I would try disconnecting batt again for a bit. Maybe it will straighten itself out when you hook battery back up. - done wrenching

3)   Pop out the two fuses that deal with the stereo unit , remember one fuse is for the switchable ignition 12 volt feed the other for the constant ignition feed , the fuse you really only need to pull is the constant but I'd pull them both to be sure you got the right fuse.


Hope that helps and best of luck.By the way I'd not recommend disconnecting the battery bec that could mess p the whole comp system and cause other headaches etc. - helpful bob

4)   Karle is right your link dosent work and your cd is locked, took your time in replaceing the battery huh? Instead of wasting your money in getting a new one and its a factory one (cd player), take it to the dealer and have it unlocked or flashed updated, if its aftermarket and it was tapped into your factory system you probably fried the capasitor in the player and then yes you would have to replace it - rick b


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Question 2
how should gear markings on a 318 v8 mopar be alligned for tdc?...  replaced timing chain on a 74 plymouth wants to start but wont put gear markings facing each other for tdc dont know if thats the problem

Answers
1)   If you have the dots pointing towards each other, then you can set distributor up to fire cyl #6. NOT cyl #1. - done wrenching

2)   to make done wrenchings answer a little more simple... if the timing marks were pointing toward each other the engine would be '180' Degrees out as it is refered to by mechanics. This means that when the engine is supposed to fire on number one it will actually be firing on number six (cylinders) and if you have that problem all you have to do is turn the engine to tdc, if the distributor is pointing to cylinder number one then all you have to do is remove it and turn it so that the rotor is now facing the number six cylinder, then reinstall it and the engine should run fine. - pajamahammer

3)   If you removed the distributor during the timing chain replacement (no idea why you would have) then the above answers may be correct. If you didn't remove the distributor then leave it alone, it's not the problem.
Sounds like you installed the chain correctly.
If the old chain actually broke while the engine was running it may have bent some valves.
Do a compression test to verify good compression on all cylinders then go from there.
best of Luck! - Dave

4)   You did right. Try loosening the distributor and turning it a little one way and if nothing happens, the other. - Jackolantern


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Question 3
how much to replace water pump and timing belt on a PT Cruiser?...  Water is leaking from the front of my car, on the right where the radiator is located. only thing is that its not leaking a lot, just a little.... but people keep telling me that my timing belt is going to go out and that i will be stranded!. i will like to know the cost of both the water pump and timing belts for my 2001 PT Cruiser please.

Answers
1)   my guess is $700.00 installed,however i 'd call my chrysler dealer for sure. - ramcharger

2)   um ur timing belt isn't leaking its the water outlet pipe.......i just replaced it in my wife 02 about a month or 2 ago........it was 50 bucks with new gasket from dealer timing belt and water pump were about 100 total form parts store.......i went ahead and replaced them because ur supposed to every 90k miles...even tho they had nothing to do with the leak....its a crappy design the painted steel pipe rusts underneath the paint and collapses at the o-ring styled gasket causing it to leak.... - Karle

3)   A suggestion. If your car is around 70,000 to 100,000 miles then you should change the timing belt. If it breaks, it will leave you stranded, and cost you more because the engine may be damaged. (girlfriend ignored the warning and it cost her $1000 in engine parts - I was the free labor!) Because the timing belt runs the water pump, most mechanics recommend changing the water pump at the same time, the water pump does not cost that much more. Parts and labor for this cost about $700 to $1000, sometimes it costs a bit more because the idler pulley is worn and must be replaced also. As for your leak, it would be best to have the cooling system pressure tested to find the spot of the leak. If its sometime other than the water pump, you'll be glad you found it early. Good luck. - C-Tech

4)   If your timing belt is old and wearing out, it should be replaced. This is the BEST time to replace the water pump, since the belt has to come off to change the pump. You will be saving a bit of money in the time required to make the repairs.
While it is being done, have the mechanic check the bottom of the radiator. - DER ALTE FIRZ


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Question 4
is a head gaskets for a Chrysler expensive?...  I am buying a 2001 Chrysler concord for 800 but it needs a head gaskets.

is that expensive to fix? do you think that car is worth buying?

Answers
1)   sounds like a good buy, if that's all it needs.
Figure $50-60 parts and $200-$350 labor. - ricardo9505

2)   head gaskets are expensive on any car if they need them - David A

3)   i think you should buy yourself a book called the Lemonade book its all about buying cars and an excellent buyers eye opener, this book comes out once a year and is well worth the time and efforts and cash.




Hope that helps and best of luck.By the way one way to find out more info is to call up the different parts suppliers and get part quotes , another is to call the dealership or look online find out about any possible factory recall or service bulletin issues and ask online , read bogs and go to the different sites that discuss Dodge vehicles and their issues etc. - helpful bob

4)   yes - mjmik1


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Question 5
How to Be Sure I Need A New Fuel Pump 97 Chrysler Sebring?...  My vehicle has a new battery, and I am able to start it and drive it. However the vehicle will cut off in the middle of driving. I then have to turn it completely off and start it up again to continue. It does it all the time. It comes right back on, a mechanic told me that it was the fuel pump and it would be $400. How can I be sure?

Answers
1)   1. First check the fuel filter. You might be able to change it yourself. # 2 I don't like your
mechanic. If he didn't say anything about the fuel pump, find someone else. A small repair
shop is most often much cheaper. In any event, if it turns out to be the fuel pomp, get it
yourself from a parts store. 20% savings + or -
Hope that helps. - wayne g

2)   disconnect the fuel line from the fuel rail. U will probably need i quick disconnect tool that can be found at any parts store. Turn the key on and listen for the fuel pmp to build pressure. a weak fuel pump will pump very little gas an inoperable one will put no fuel out. U can always tell this way but it is also possible to test the pressure. Not sure how many psi its supposed to be but auto zone can give u this info. If money is tight i would go to a good junk yard and buy one alot cheaper. As far as that goes replacing fuel pumps suck. You will probably have to drop the gas tank but be careful when installing the new one. If you bend the float you will have inaccurate fuel gauge readings. hope i have been helpfull - Jonathan

3)   The way we checked fuel pumps where I worked at a Chrysler/Dodge dealership was to install a pressure gage in the fuel line and route it to where you can see it through the windshield and drive the car until it acts up again. The gage will show you what the pressure is and whether it drops at that time. This is the proper way to check the pump. You need someone who knows how to do this to install the gage. You should be running around 30 lbs. If it drops to less than this when it acts up, then replace the pump. Replace the filter before the test to make sure it isn't the problem. - Jackolantern

4)   How many miles are on it and when was the last time you had the fuel filter changed - also while fueling - never put fuel in you vehicle while the station is having their tanks filled because if any sludge is in the bottom of their tank it is stirred up and will go into your tank thus clogging your fuel filter. - HoocH


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what is cooler a chrysler 300<3 or a convertable mustange:|?

Question 1
what is cooler a chrysler 300<3 or a convertable mustange:|?...  i need votes!

Answers
1)   chrysler 300 is more classy
a convertable mustange is more of a teenage girl car

i personally like the chrysler - questioner

2)   Convertibles are something special. - Mr Intelligent Trousers

3)   what year? if you are looking to get rims in the future-300 for sure. Conv stangs are just plain cheap looking - SantaBarbarian

4)   A chrysler 300 looks pretty good with nice shiny rims. The Mustange has a very nice shape and goes great with my additude.The Mustange is faster,and is legendary (lol) "Too many people have an chrysler300 nowadays, "be original" ,there are many ways to pimp a mustange if your a Pro like me, The Convertible Mustange FTW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" - Sexiithug

5)   Take the 300C, both are cool, the 300c is more adult. - C-Tech

6)   looking for class 300, looking for status and one up, stang, - rick b


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Question 2
Is Mopar synonomous w/ Chrysler?...  I hear them used interchangably

Answers
1)   Like GM is to AC Delco,Mopar is to Chrysler. - Bulldog

2)   Chrysler dodge Plymouth Mopar - kelly_f_1999

3)   Mopar is the parts division of Chrysler Corp. - badbill1941

4)   Yes. Mopar means vehicles built by the Chrysler corporation. The word comes from their old replacement parts catalog listings. - Mr Intelligent Trousers

5)   Well yes where have you been? - rick b


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Question 3
how much to replace water pump and timing belt on a PT Cruiser?...  Water is leaking from the front of my car, on the right where the radiator is located. only thing is that its not leaking a lot, just a little.... but people keep telling me that my timing belt is going to go out and that i will be stranded!. i will like to know the cost of both the water pump and timing belts for my 2001 PT Cruiser please.

Answers
1)   my guess is $700.00 installed,however i 'd call my chrysler dealer for sure. - ramcharger

2)   um ur timing belt isn't leaking its the water outlet pipe.......i just replaced it in my wife 02 about a month or 2 ago........it was 50 bucks with new gasket from dealer timing belt and water pump were about 100 total form parts store.......i went ahead and replaced them because ur supposed to every 90k miles...even tho they had nothing to do with the leak....its a crappy design the painted steel pipe rusts underneath the paint and collapses at the o-ring styled gasket causing it to leak.... - Karle

3)   A suggestion. If your car is around 70,000 to 100,000 miles then you should change the timing belt. If it breaks, it will leave you stranded, and cost you more because the engine may be damaged. (girlfriend ignored the warning and it cost her $1000 in engine parts - I was the free labor!) Because the timing belt runs the water pump, most mechanics recommend changing the water pump at the same time, the water pump does not cost that much more. Parts and labor for this cost about $700 to $1000, sometimes it costs a bit more because the idler pulley is worn and must be replaced also. As for your leak, it would be best to have the cooling system pressure tested to find the spot of the leak. If its sometime other than the water pump, you'll be glad you found it early. Good luck. - C-Tech

4)   If your timing belt is old and wearing out, it should be replaced. This is the BEST time to replace the water pump, since the belt has to come off to change the pump. You will be saving a bit of money in the time required to make the repairs.
While it is being done, have the mechanic check the bottom of the radiator. - DER ALTE FIRZ


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Question 4
how should gear markings on a 318 v8 mopar be alligned for tdc?...  replaced timing chain on a 74 plymouth wants to start but wont put gear markings facing each other for tdc dont know if thats the problem

Answers
1)   If you have the dots pointing towards each other, then you can set distributor up to fire cyl #6. NOT cyl #1. - done wrenching

2)   to make done wrenchings answer a little more simple... if the timing marks were pointing toward each other the engine would be '180' Degrees out as it is refered to by mechanics. This means that when the engine is supposed to fire on number one it will actually be firing on number six (cylinders) and if you have that problem all you have to do is turn the engine to tdc, if the distributor is pointing to cylinder number one then all you have to do is remove it and turn it so that the rotor is now facing the number six cylinder, then reinstall it and the engine should run fine. - pajamahammer

3)   If you removed the distributor during the timing chain replacement (no idea why you would have) then the above answers may be correct. If you didn't remove the distributor then leave it alone, it's not the problem.
Sounds like you installed the chain correctly.
If the old chain actually broke while the engine was running it may have bent some valves.
Do a compression test to verify good compression on all cylinders then go from there.
best of Luck! - Dave

4)   You did right. Try loosening the distributor and turning it a little one way and if nothing happens, the other. - Jackolantern


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Question 5
Help with the cd changer in my 2000 Chrysler LHS!!?...  I accidentally left a light on, so my battery died. We jumped it, and everything was back to normal. Except for my cd changer. Before my battery died, it worked just fine. But now the 4 disc cd changer doesn't work. If you are not fimiliar with it, the system looks like this: http://www.allpar.com/reviews/photos/im/300m-interior.jpg
so the cd changer is a totally separate system than the radio and cassette tape. But now the 4 lights just flash and it won't let me play the cds I already had in there, and it wont let me eject them either. What could possibly be the problem? Also, if I just buy a new cd changer, the exact same as the old one, will it work? Please Help Me!!!

Answers
1)   ur link doesn't work.......but sounds like either the security locked it or it just need to b reset...

if it just need reset unplug the power to it wait a few minutes then plug it back up....if its the security then u need to follow the man directions and probably need a code to reset it......but since ur link doesn't work i can't help u with any info on this.....good luck - Karle

2)   I have an intrepid with same system, and it has never failed. BUT I would try disconnecting batt again for a bit. Maybe it will straighten itself out when you hook battery back up. - done wrenching

3)   Pop out the two fuses that deal with the stereo unit , remember one fuse is for the switchable ignition 12 volt feed the other for the constant ignition feed , the fuse you really only need to pull is the constant but I'd pull them both to be sure you got the right fuse.


Hope that helps and best of luck.By the way I'd not recommend disconnecting the battery bec that could mess p the whole comp system and cause other headaches etc. - helpful bob

4)   Karle is right your link dosent work and your cd is locked, took your time in replaceing the battery huh? Instead of wasting your money in getting a new one and its a factory one (cd player), take it to the dealer and have it unlocked or flashed updated, if its aftermarket and it was tapped into your factory system you probably fried the capasitor in the player and then yes you would have to replace it - rick b


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Updated November 27, 2009, 5:40 pm

what is cooler a chrysler 300&lt;3 or a convertable mustange:|?

Question 1
what is cooler a chrysler 300<3 or a convertable mustange:|?...  i need votes!

Answers
1)   chrysler 300 is more classy
a convertable mustange is more of a teenage girl car

i personally like the chrysler - questioner

2)   Convertibles are something special. - Mr Intelligent Trousers

3)   what year? if you are looking to get rims in the future-300 for sure. Conv stangs are just plain cheap looking - SantaBarbarian

4)   A chrysler 300 looks pretty good with nice shiny rims. The Mustange has a very nice shape and goes great with my additude.The Mustange is faster,and is legendary (lol) "Too many people have an chrysler300 nowadays, "be original" ,there are many ways to pimp a mustange if your a Pro like me, The Convertible Mustange FTW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" - Sexiithug

5)   Take the 300C, both are cool, the 300c is more adult. - C-Tech

6)   looking for class 300, looking for status and one up, stang, - rick b


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Question 2
how should gear markings on a 318 v8 mopar be alligned for tdc?...  replaced timing chain on a 74 plymouth wants to start but wont put gear markings facing each other for tdc dont know if thats the problem

Answers
1)   If you have the dots pointing towards each other, then you can set distributor up to fire cyl #6. NOT cyl #1. - done wrenching

2)   to make done wrenchings answer a little more simple... if the timing marks were pointing toward each other the engine would be '180' Degrees out as it is refered to by mechanics. This means that when the engine is supposed to fire on number one it will actually be firing on number six (cylinders) and if you have that problem all you have to do is turn the engine to tdc, if the distributor is pointing to cylinder number one then all you have to do is remove it and turn it so that the rotor is now facing the number six cylinder, then reinstall it and the engine should run fine. - pajamahammer

3)   If you removed the distributor during the timing chain replacement (no idea why you would have) then the above answers may be correct. If you didn't remove the distributor then leave it alone, it's not the problem.
Sounds like you installed the chain correctly.
If the old chain actually broke while the engine was running it may have bent some valves.
Do a compression test to verify good compression on all cylinders then go from there.
best of Luck! - Dave

4)   You did right. Try loosening the distributor and turning it a little one way and if nothing happens, the other. - Jackolantern


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Question 3
how much to replace water pump and timing belt on a PT Cruiser?...  Water is leaking from the front of my car, on the right where the radiator is located. only thing is that its not leaking a lot, just a little.... but people keep telling me that my timing belt is going to go out and that i will be stranded!. i will like to know the cost of both the water pump and timing belts for my 2001 PT Cruiser please.

Answers
1)   my guess is $700.00 installed,however i 'd call my chrysler dealer for sure. - ramcharger

2)   um ur timing belt isn't leaking its the water outlet pipe.......i just replaced it in my wife 02 about a month or 2 ago........it was 50 bucks with new gasket from dealer timing belt and water pump were about 100 total form parts store.......i went ahead and replaced them because ur supposed to every 90k miles...even tho they had nothing to do with the leak....its a crappy design the painted steel pipe rusts underneath the paint and collapses at the o-ring styled gasket causing it to leak.... - Karle

3)   A suggestion. If your car is around 70,000 to 100,000 miles then you should change the timing belt. If it breaks, it will leave you stranded, and cost you more because the engine may be damaged. (girlfriend ignored the warning and it cost her $1000 in engine parts - I was the free labor!) Because the timing belt runs the water pump, most mechanics recommend changing the water pump at the same time, the water pump does not cost that much more. Parts and labor for this cost about $700 to $1000, sometimes it costs a bit more because the idler pulley is worn and must be replaced also. As for your leak, it would be best to have the cooling system pressure tested to find the spot of the leak. If its sometime other than the water pump, you'll be glad you found it early. Good luck. - C-Tech

4)   If your timing belt is old and wearing out, it should be replaced. This is the BEST time to replace the water pump, since the belt has to come off to change the pump. You will be saving a bit of money in the time required to make the repairs.
While it is being done, have the mechanic check the bottom of the radiator. - DER ALTE FIRZ


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Question 4
How do i turn on the fog lights on my 2000 chrysler 300m?...  My 2000 chrysler 300m has fog lights ..but i cant figure out how to turn them on..I know this sounds dumb..but anyone know?
If i had a owners manual i would look

Answers
1)   You should have a factory rocker switch some where near the light switch, also check the owners manual - rick b

2)   it should tell u in the owners manual - Eric

3)   Either it's involving moving the headlight switch further to the right or pulling the switch outwards or the fog lights have a totally separate switch.


Hope that helps and best of luck.By the way if you don't have a owners manual a quick call to the service rep at the dealership will give you the info you need. - helpful bob

4)   That is correct. Turn headlights on, then pull switch knob towards you. - done wrenching


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Question 5
I have a 1999 intrepid and it keeps blowing the heater resistor...?...  I have replaced it twice and still the same, it works fine when i first install it but in about 10 mins or less it quits and just works on high.. Any ideas??

Answers
1)   make sure all connections for the circuits are tight, and if all else fails, look up load test - idontgivafork

2)   Your blower motor is pulling too many amps and killing the resistor. - C-Tech

3)   Check the connections , plus the wiring there could be a frayed or bare or shorted or melted wire or the blower motor ground could be corroded or rusted , also the blower motor could be drawing too much amps due to an internal short etc.



Hope that helps and best of luck. - helpful bob

4)   C-Tech nailed it !
Best of Luck! - Dave


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what is cooler a chrysler 300&lt;3 or a convertable mustange:|?

Question 1
what is cooler a chrysler 300<3 or a convertable mustange:|?...  i need votes!

Answers
1)   chrysler 300 is more classy
a convertable mustange is more of a teenage girl car

i personally like the chrysler - questioner

2)   Convertibles are something special. - Mr Intelligent Trousers

3)   what year? if you are looking to get rims in the future-300 for sure. Conv stangs are just plain cheap looking - SantaBarbarian

4)   A chrysler 300 looks pretty good with nice shiny rims. The Mustange has a very nice shape and goes great with my additude.The Mustange is faster,and is legendary (lol) "Too many people have an chrysler300 nowadays, "be original" ,there are many ways to pimp a mustange if your a Pro like me, The Convertible Mustange FTW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" - Sexiithug

5)   Take the 300C, both are cool, the 300c is more adult. - C-Tech

6)   looking for class 300, looking for status and one up, stang, - rick b


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Question 2
Is Mopar synonomous w/ Chrysler?...  I hear them used interchangably

Answers
1)   Like GM is to AC Delco,Mopar is to Chrysler. - Bulldog

2)   Chrysler dodge Plymouth Mopar - kelly_f_1999

3)   Mopar is the parts division of Chrysler Corp. - badbill1941

4)   Yes. Mopar means vehicles built by the Chrysler corporation. The word comes from their old replacement parts catalog listings. - Mr Intelligent Trousers

5)   Well yes where have you been? - rick b


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Question 3
How do i turn on the fog lights on my 2000 chrysler 300m?...  My 2000 chrysler 300m has fog lights ..but i cant figure out how to turn them on..I know this sounds dumb..but anyone know?
If i had a owners manual i would look

Answers
1)   You should have a factory rocker switch some where near the light switch, also check the owners manual - rick b

2)   it should tell u in the owners manual - Eric

3)   Either it's involving moving the headlight switch further to the right or pulling the switch outwards or the fog lights have a totally separate switch.


Hope that helps and best of luck.By the way if you don't have a owners manual a quick call to the service rep at the dealership will give you the info you need. - helpful bob

4)   That is correct. Turn headlights on, then pull switch knob towards you. - done wrenching


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Question 4
Will the rims on my Mazda speed3 fit my 2004 Chrysler Crossfire?...  I am got a set of new rims for my Mazda Speed3 and I am just wondering if they will fit my 2004 Crossfire before I make the switch.

Answers
1)   No will not fit, wrong off set. - wayne

2)   No, the bolt patterns are different. - badbill1941

3)   Nope. Wrong bolt pattern. You could buy a set of custom made adapters. - C-Tech

4)   NO - rick b


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Question 5
How much is a 1937 Plymouth Deluxe worth?...  How much would a 1937 Plymouth Deluxe be worth if it had original 40 thousand miles, and original everything, in literal mint condition?

Answers
1)   if your buying in sand, it's probably gonna be a lot of sand - Mohammad

2)   Look it up in Hemmings news, and depends on what you are willing to pay, Me nothing, I prefer ramchargers and jeeps over a deluxe any day - rick b

3)   2 years ago i would have said 7 to 10 grand. But now with our economy in such bad shape antique cars have taken a hit in prices. Right now you would be lucky if you got 3500. - Mistress M


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I have a 2001 chrysler sebring sedan 2.4 dohc thats leaking I replaced the radiator but it still looses fluid?

Question 1
I have a 2001 chrysler sebring sedan 2.4 dohc thats leaking I replaced the radiator but it still looses fluid?...  its leaking but not the radiator anymore i cant see the leak but its by my passenger tire.... I need help!

Answers
1)   take it to a shop get it up on a lift or jack it up and slide under it need a flash light sometimes - kelly_f_1999

2)   check the upper and lower radiator hoses and the overflow tank and the hoses connecting the tank to the radiator. - They Call Me Nardo

3)   Stop replacing parts that ar easy to get to and replace the ones that are leaking. - Dan W

4)   Take it to a shop and get it checked with UV dye. It's the fastest way to find a leak, it uses a blacklight and makes it glow. - Michael


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Question 2
2001 Chrysler concord?????????...  2001 Chrysler concord has 111,000 miles on it is that bad?

Answers
1)   that is more than 10,000 miles a year 111,000/8years
i have a 98 concorde and i only have 100,000 and drive alot. - Anthony

2)   Well according to the stats the avg person drives their vehicle about 15,000 miles a yr so that be slightly above 100,000 , meaning it be about the average mile.So if this is a vehicle you're interesting in buy keep in mind that the most important things are all related to how well a vehicle is maintained and what the selling price is , plus what if any warranty there is and doing your home work finding out what are the most common faults and if they've been fixed etc on the vehicle.



I hope that that helps and best of luck.By the way if you're looking to buy a used vehicle and need a insight or help etc the book called the Lemonade book on vehicles that comes out once a year is a great eye opener and a fantastic buyers tool, also make sure that you never rush into buying any vehicle new or used and get any used vehicle checked over by a reliable mechanic before ever agreeing to purchase it. - helpful bob

3)   Only if it hasnt been well maintained - rick b


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Question 3
How much is a 1937 Plymouth Deluxe worth?...  How much would a 1937 Plymouth Deluxe be worth if it had original 40 thousand miles, and original everything, in literal mint condition?

Answers
1)   if your buying in sand, it's probably gonna be a lot of sand - Mohammad

2)   Look it up in Hemmings news, and depends on what you are willing to pay, Me nothing, I prefer ramchargers and jeeps over a deluxe any day - rick b

3)   2 years ago i would have said 7 to 10 grand. But now with our economy in such bad shape antique cars have taken a hit in prices. Right now you would be lucky if you got 3500. - Mistress M


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Question 4
i have a 1998 chyrsler concord that the alarm is got the motor in lock down?...  the engine will not turn over . everthing works battery is good. does anybody know how to reset the factary alarm with out a scaner????????????????

Answers
1)   i have a 98 concorde if you do not have the alarm key ring you have to unlock the car on the front passenger side. i have to always unlock my car that way or my alarm system will go off. sounds like the anti-theft system is engaged (automatic shut down relay). if that don't help i would get under the hood to the main fuse box and pull out all the main fuses and disconnect the battery to see if it will reset. - Anthony

2)   Do you have one of those keys with a chip in it?? if that is the case try this,,, disconnect the battery for two hours, you may have a problem with the key and may need to put an scanner,
good luck.. - class4

3)   First, lets clear a few things up here, the ASD relay (Auto Shut Down) is a safety device. When the vehicle is in an accident, it cuts off power to the ignition system and fuel pump, in other words, it removes spark and fuel from the engine. It will not prevent the starter from spinning.

Also, if you have the Sentry key system (the keys have a grey plastic head on them), then if there's a problem with one key, try using a different key. But, it will go in lockout mode if you try a bad key a few times unsuccessfully. Let the car sit for an hour or two (with the battery connected!), this will let it run down the timer for the lockout mode. Sure, you can disconnect the battery, but you lose all of your settings (such as radio presets, and any personalized settings on the car).

Now, if it's not starting, and not even cranking, chances are it's something else because the Sentry system will normally let it start, then die within a few seconds.

Try unlocking the passenger side door if the alarm is being triggered (horn will blow and lights will flash when alarm is triggered). IF the alarm isn't being triggered, you have a different problem that could be any one of several different things. It'd be best to have it properly diagnosed instead of chasing the problem by replacing a bunch of different things before knowing for sure what's wrong. - Mark B


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Question 5
1994 Plymouth Voyager. Wont start after crash.?...  I hit a big pot hole and it deployed the air bags. It will no longer start (cranks but wont fire). Is there some safety feature that has to be reset after a crash?

Answers
1)   killswitch - Jimmy O

2)   fuel shutoff swtch - drew

3)   I think only ford had that at that time. You must have really rung that thing.! - done wrenching


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reasonable price for a 2002 pt cruiser?

Question 1
reasonable price for a 2002 pt cruiser?...  I'm looking at buying a 2002 pt cruise and don't know what a reasonable price is it has 72,292km , acouple of scratches but nothin big, and picture of an eagle on the hood. If anyone could tell me a reason price i would appreciate it.

Answers
1)   kbb.com. should answer your question. - shrtnjcy

2)   $6,090 used according to Kelly Blue Book. - Kykle86

3)   For a start it depends on what country your in, you don't state that. I'm in Australia the Redbook price is >>* Private Price Guide $12,300 - $14,400

* Trade In Price Guide $9,100 - $11,200

* Average Km 110,000 - 180,000

Price Guide $43,800* Price Guide - yahwhooon

4)   i have 2003 PT CRUISER and i paid $4000 for mine its in near perfect shape has 86.000 on it pay no more then $3,000 - $4,000 for it that the best price u will find it for any lower they will have a lot more miles on it .... my buddy works for a car place that sells them and ask for the car fax b4 you buy it and have your mec look it over also be for u buy it and take it for a test ride to see if it shifts good and has good breaks and check the fluids and tires hope this helps and god bless - kingtiger_6


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Question 2
I have a 2001 chrysler sebring sedan 2.4 dohc thats leaking I replaced the radiator but it still looses fluid?...  its leaking but not the radiator anymore i cant see the leak but its by my passenger tire.... I need help!

Answers
1)   take it to a shop get it up on a lift or jack it up and slide under it need a flash light sometimes - kelly_f_1999

2)   check the upper and lower radiator hoses and the overflow tank and the hoses connecting the tank to the radiator. - They Call Me Nardo

3)   Stop replacing parts that ar easy to get to and replace the ones that are leaking. - Dan W

4)   Take it to a shop and get it checked with UV dye. It's the fastest way to find a leak, it uses a blacklight and makes it glow. - Michael


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Question 3
i have a 1998 chyrsler concord that the alarm is got the motor in lock down?...  the engine will not turn over . everthing works battery is good. does anybody know how to reset the factary alarm with out a scaner????????????????

Answers
1)   i have a 98 concorde if you do not have the alarm key ring you have to unlock the car on the front passenger side. i have to always unlock my car that way or my alarm system will go off. sounds like the anti-theft system is engaged (automatic shut down relay). if that don't help i would get under the hood to the main fuse box and pull out all the main fuses and disconnect the battery to see if it will reset. - Anthony

2)   Do you have one of those keys with a chip in it?? if that is the case try this,,, disconnect the battery for two hours, you may have a problem with the key and may need to put an scanner,
good luck.. - class4

3)   First, lets clear a few things up here, the ASD relay (Auto Shut Down) is a safety device. When the vehicle is in an accident, it cuts off power to the ignition system and fuel pump, in other words, it removes spark and fuel from the engine. It will not prevent the starter from spinning.

Also, if you have the Sentry key system (the keys have a grey plastic head on them), then if there's a problem with one key, try using a different key. But, it will go in lockout mode if you try a bad key a few times unsuccessfully. Let the car sit for an hour or two (with the battery connected!), this will let it run down the timer for the lockout mode. Sure, you can disconnect the battery, but you lose all of your settings (such as radio presets, and any personalized settings on the car).

Now, if it's not starting, and not even cranking, chances are it's something else because the Sentry system will normally let it start, then die within a few seconds.

Try unlocking the passenger side door if the alarm is being triggered (horn will blow and lights will flash when alarm is triggered). IF the alarm isn't being triggered, you have a different problem that could be any one of several different things. It'd be best to have it properly diagnosed instead of chasing the problem by replacing a bunch of different things before knowing for sure what's wrong. - Mark B


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Question 4
PT Cruiser question ? Can you pump the tyres up again?...  with normal gas or do you have to use helium/nitrogen again ?

thanks.
oh really ?? lol... am learning everyday !

Answers
1)   Just simply use regular compressed air - it's 78% nitrogen. - LeAnne

2)   Hi Isabelle.

Well to be honest with you, this is what I think. If your tire uses nitrogen before, you should use the same thing again unless you have the time to check the tire each month like of us do. Using nitrogen is good if you don't mind to spend $40 dollars to fill it up. It's really better than regular air because it's more stable and less prone to changes in pressure due to heat and cold.

If you already know don't worry about it, but most racing cars uses nitrogen due to better rolling resistance. That's why most aircraft/airplane's tire uses nitrogen due to high speed take off and landing.

As we already know, regular air is 78% nitrogen, 21% oxygen and 1% other gases, but the 21%oxygen can make a difference due to moisture as opposed to 100% nitrogen inside a tire which makes the inside dryer than tires that uses regular air.

Edit: Being said and done, it's all up to you. You can use a regular air but when you do that, you are defeating the purpose of the manufacturer's specification. Maybe there's a reason why they uses a nitrogen. I remember some problems about tires blowing up sometime ago (Ford Explorer?), and I believed that could be the reason why. - oxo_07


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Question 5
best alternator for 2000 plymouth breeze?...  witch alternator should i buy for a 2000 plymouth breeze 2.4 liter 16 valve dohc engine?is ac delco or duralast good alternators?im also looking for lifetime warranty alternator.my car has reached 100.072 miles.i hearing a noise coming from the alternator.could be bad bearings,wear tear and needs to be replace.doesn't have to be high end alternators.mid end alternators will do just fine.i don't go for cheap alternators.and what alternator did the manufactures put in the 2000 plymouth breeze?is it a chrysler alternator or other?hope this help.thanks ppl.

Answers
1)   Really they probably are pretty much the same. I'd go with whichever one has the best warranty, as long as the price isnt drastically higher than the other.
If its making noise-its probably going bad. With that many miles on the car its probably a good idea to replace it before it quits all together and gets you stuck somewhere. - Starship Pain

2)   First you need to know that all alternators sold at your local auto parts stores are rebuilt (re-manufactured) and the price difference is usually in the warranty offered. You could also contact a local alternator shop and get a price on rebuilding the one you have and what type of warranty they offer.
Good luck to you. - Richard G


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I have a 2001 chrysler sebring sedan 2.4 dohc thats leaking I replaced the radiator but it still looses fluid?

Question 1
I have a 2001 chrysler sebring sedan 2.4 dohc thats leaking I replaced the radiator but it still looses fluid?...  its leaking but not the radiator anymore i cant see the leak but its by my passenger tire.... I need help!

Answers
1)   take it to a shop get it up on a lift or jack it up and slide under it need a flash light sometimes - kelly_f_1999

2)   check the upper and lower radiator hoses and the overflow tank and the hoses connecting the tank to the radiator. - They Call Me Nardo

3)   Stop replacing parts that ar easy to get to and replace the ones that are leaking. - Dan W

4)   Take it to a shop and get it checked with UV dye. It's the fastest way to find a leak, it uses a blacklight and makes it glow. - Michael


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Question 2
1988 chrysler fifth avenue overheating?...  It only has 71,000 actual miles and the thermostat is showing it overheating but it doesn't seem to be and the heater isn't heating up.

Answers
1)   The first thing to check is the coolant level in the radiator. Because you said 5th Ave rather than New Yorker, I am assuming that you have the rear wheel drive model, with the 318 CID engine.

With the engine cold, open the radiator cap and make sure that the radiator is full. Fill it to the top with coolant (50/50 antifreeze and water) and fill the overflow bottle to the cold mark. Start the car, and wait until the thermostat opens, and add additional coolant as needed. Put the radiator cap back on tightly and allow the car to warm up. Check to see if you now have heat.

If the coolant level is full, most likely the impellers on the water pump have failed, and the pump will need to be replaced. It is not that hard of a job, but you will have to remove the fan and fan clutch, and the radiator shroud. You will also have to pull the alternator and bracket. - fire4511

2)   Most important to check t-stat & heater control valve - John

3)   fill the rad full of water take off the cap the and take the lower hose off the water should gush out not dribble out that would be a clogged rad - mjmik1


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Question 3
I have a 1994 Chrysler LHS... And it's not starting... The battery works fine...?...  When I turn the key all the lights and electric stuff turns on... But nuthing... It don't start...

Answers
1)   You may have a bad starter or possibly a loose battery cable. - C-Tech

2)   Possibly a bad starter-although a battery can be weak enough not to start a car but still have enough juice to power the radio and lights. First thing to do is check your battery cables, where they attach to the battery. Are they tight? Are they corroded, with a white powdery covering on them? If they are corroded and dirty clean them off. Dirty battery cables can cause a car to not start. - Starship Pain

3)   Does the engine crank when you try to start it, just click, or nothing at all?

If it cranks but won't start, then it could be a fuel pump, an ASD relay, clogged fuel filter, bad crank or cam sensor, broken timing belt (if it's a 3.5 liter engine), or something else.

If it just clicks, then it could be a weak battery that still has enough power to turn the lights and everything else on, but not enough to turn the starter, corroded battery terminals (including a rusty ground connection), a loose battery cable connection, a bad starter, a locked engine, or some other weird problem.

If nothing at all, first thing to do is to either go to the dealer, or call them with your VIN and see if there's an open recall on your vehicle. There was recall for a transmission wiring rub that would cause a short in the safety start switch. That could make it think the car is in a gear and won't let it start, so no clicking or cranking. (There's also a recall for fuel rails leaking, so it'd be a good idea to have them check for recalls anyway)

Could also be the ignition switch, a weak battery, a loose cable to the starter or a blown fuse or some other problem.

A weak battery should cause all the lights to dim a lot when you try to start the car.

Battery cable can be visually inspected and cleaned, if there's any corrosion on the cables, clean them off, you can buy some special cleaning spray, or you can mix a little bit of baking soda in water and just pour it over the connections (A can of regular Coke will also clean them, but that's a waste of a good can of Coke).

The ASD can be diagnosed by switching it with another relay (the A/C clutch relay is the same). The relay is in the fuse/relay block under the hood and the cover should have a chart indicating what the location of each one is.

Most of the other problems will require proper diagnosis, and it will pay to have someone properly diagnose it for you. - Mark B


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Question 4
i have a 1998 chyrsler concord that the alarm is got the motor in lock down?...  the engine will not turn over . everthing works battery is good. does anybody know how to reset the factary alarm with out a scaner????????????????

Answers
1)   i have a 98 concorde if you do not have the alarm key ring you have to unlock the car on the front passenger side. i have to always unlock my car that way or my alarm system will go off. sounds like the anti-theft system is engaged (automatic shut down relay). if that don't help i would get under the hood to the main fuse box and pull out all the main fuses and disconnect the battery to see if it will reset. - Anthony

2)   Do you have one of those keys with a chip in it?? if that is the case try this,,, disconnect the battery for two hours, you may have a problem with the key and may need to put an scanner,
good luck.. - class4

3)   First, lets clear a few things up here, the ASD relay (Auto Shut Down) is a safety device. When the vehicle is in an accident, it cuts off power to the ignition system and fuel pump, in other words, it removes spark and fuel from the engine. It will not prevent the starter from spinning.

Also, if you have the Sentry key system (the keys have a grey plastic head on them), then if there's a problem with one key, try using a different key. But, it will go in lockout mode if you try a bad key a few times unsuccessfully. Let the car sit for an hour or two (with the battery connected!), this will let it run down the timer for the lockout mode. Sure, you can disconnect the battery, but you lose all of your settings (such as radio presets, and any personalized settings on the car).

Now, if it's not starting, and not even cranking, chances are it's something else because the Sentry system will normally let it start, then die within a few seconds.

Try unlocking the passenger side door if the alarm is being triggered (horn will blow and lights will flash when alarm is triggered). IF the alarm isn't being triggered, you have a different problem that could be any one of several different things. It'd be best to have it properly diagnosed instead of chasing the problem by replacing a bunch of different things before knowing for sure what's wrong. - Mark B


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Question 5
What should the tyre pressure be for Chrysler Grand Voyager 2.5TD (2001)?...  The tyres need pumping but I don't have the manual.

Answers
1)   Look on the inside rear of the driver's door. There should be a sticker showing the proper tire size and inflation pressure. - JetDoc

2)   if they are the original size tires then look on the door jam. - bandit_60


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If you have a PT Cruiser (or know anything about them)?

Question 1
If you have a PT Cruiser (or know anything about them)?...  My mom wants to get one, but she's worried it won't be safe or good on gas. Any information you have helps! Personal experience is great! So, if you have one, why'd you get it?

Answers
1)   we rented one - which is what I would suggest you do

I found it nice sized - but a bit underpowered, esp in the hills of northern arizona

good on gas, back seat fine for adults for short trips - roadrunner426440

2)   My best friend owns a PT Cruiser, which I have driven

This is basically Chrysler's more modern form of a K-Car

The 2.4L engine's power is reasonable for a car of this size, though the fuel economy for a small car is disappointing (I believe it tops out at 25 mpg hwy? My Nissan Altima 2.5 S is a bigger car with a more pwerful engine and does better on gas) The acceleration of this car is pretty average, though it suffers on the highway

From what I understand the reliability is very good. Most of the well known problems in PT Cruisers are relatively minor and those are on very early models (2001, 2002)

As far as crash test ratings I'm not so sure. But I can tell you mechinally wise Pt Crusiers are excellent forms of tranportations that are very reliable. (My friend's 2007 PT has 60k now and running amazingly)

Good luck in finding a good car - David A

3)   i have a 2003 pt cruiser and its a great car great handling about 20- 21 miles per gallon city 30- 32 mpg on higway if u dont drive like a mad man/ woman it very safe to drive also pretty peppy car for a 2.4 liter 4 cylynder hope this helps and god bless - kingtiger_6

4)   I have a 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible 2.4L Turbo. It is a nice little car but the gas mileage is not good for a car of its size. My unscientific gas mileage checks have mine only getting 21mpg in city/highway driving mix. It is a really quick car with the Turbo. I have to compare my gas mileage to sports cars rather than compact cars. For how quick the car is 21mpg is not too bad. I really didn't want the car to start with because I am a truck guy. My wife overruled me on that and I had to get a car.
I bought mine because it had very low miles and was in showroom condition at a low price. I love the car with the top down but with the top up it is very claustrophobic. Overall they are good cars that are very affordable. The interesting styling is not for everyone however. - MAV22


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Question 2
I have a 1994 Chrysler LHS... And it's not starting... The battery works fine...?...  When I turn the key all the lights and electric stuff turns on... But nuthing... It don't start...

Answers
1)   You may have a bad starter or possibly a loose battery cable. - C-Tech

2)   Possibly a bad starter-although a battery can be weak enough not to start a car but still have enough juice to power the radio and lights. First thing to do is check your battery cables, where they attach to the battery. Are they tight? Are they corroded, with a white powdery covering on them? If they are corroded and dirty clean them off. Dirty battery cables can cause a car to not start. - Starship Pain

3)   Does the engine crank when you try to start it, just click, or nothing at all?

If it cranks but won't start, then it could be a fuel pump, an ASD relay, clogged fuel filter, bad crank or cam sensor, broken timing belt (if it's a 3.5 liter engine), or something else.

If it just clicks, then it could be a weak battery that still has enough power to turn the lights and everything else on, but not enough to turn the starter, corroded battery terminals (including a rusty ground connection), a loose battery cable connection, a bad starter, a locked engine, or some other weird problem.

If nothing at all, first thing to do is to either go to the dealer, or call them with your VIN and see if there's an open recall on your vehicle. There was recall for a transmission wiring rub that would cause a short in the safety start switch. That could make it think the car is in a gear and won't let it start, so no clicking or cranking. (There's also a recall for fuel rails leaking, so it'd be a good idea to have them check for recalls anyway)

Could also be the ignition switch, a weak battery, a loose cable to the starter or a blown fuse or some other problem.

A weak battery should cause all the lights to dim a lot when you try to start the car.

Battery cable can be visually inspected and cleaned, if there's any corrosion on the cables, clean them off, you can buy some special cleaning spray, or you can mix a little bit of baking soda in water and just pour it over the connections (A can of regular Coke will also clean them, but that's a waste of a good can of Coke).

The ASD can be diagnosed by switching it with another relay (the A/C clutch relay is the same). The relay is in the fuse/relay block under the hood and the cover should have a chart indicating what the location of each one is.

Most of the other problems will require proper diagnosis, and it will pay to have someone properly diagnose it for you. - Mark B


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Question 3
reasonable price for a 2002 pt cruiser?...  I'm looking at buying a 2002 pt cruise and don't know what a reasonable price is it has 72,292km , acouple of scratches but nothin big, and picture of an eagle on the hood. If anyone could tell me a reason price i would appreciate it.

Answers
1)   kbb.com. should answer your question. - shrtnjcy

2)   $6,090 used according to Kelly Blue Book. - Kykle86

3)   For a start it depends on what country your in, you don't state that. I'm in Australia the Redbook price is >>* Private Price Guide $12,300 - $14,400

* Trade In Price Guide $9,100 - $11,200

* Average Km 110,000 - 180,000

Price Guide $43,800* Price Guide - yahwhooon


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Question 4
I have a 2004 pt cruiser, sometimes the cruise control won't work, when that happens, the car loses power?...  

Answers
1)   Cruise control is vacuum controlled. I suspect that you have a vacuum line that leaks, has fallen off, etc. Check for worn areas, burns, cuts, or nipples where a vac line should be, or is on the verge of falling off. A vacuum leak can be ANYWHERE under the hood, not necessarily in the line going to the cruise unit. Actually, the leak COULD be under the dash, too, but that is unlikely.
Your car will run poorly with a vacuum leak. The fact that seems to be intermittent tells me that a fitting is cracked or a vac hose has a cut that sometimes is closed (if the line is bent just so).
A good check would be to bend/fondle the vac hoses while the car is running, listening for changes in idle speed. When you hear a change, that line is probably the culprit. Of course, be careful for moving parts, etc. Start your search at the throttle body or intake manifold and follow all lines (hoses). - GTCturboII

2)   I'd be sure to check all the vac lines , vac hose , vac junctions for any possible cracks , or looseness or crimped hoses.Also I'd be curious to try another relay in the cruise control system and I believe t's in the fuse box under the hood on that vehicle.Note that some of the relays will have the exact same part number and you could try switch the cruise control relay with a non vital system relay.



Hope that helps and best of luck.By the way that cruise control servo you see under the hood that has 2 metal lines running off it to the throttle body that at times can have a bad ground wire and it should be the black wire that you see that is in the harness that plugs into the servo unit. Also on those you want to check the wiring going to the relay it too could have a ground and that ground could be faulty or bad.If you trace these ground wires they should lead to the chassis or firewall etc and probably rust and corrosion is built so you'll need to disconnect them one by one and clean the surfaces , also the o-ring wire connectors with a file , sandpaper and a wire brush.Other wise you can run a new wire and connect them to the chassis or the negative battery terminal and be sure to use automotive wire with the proper wire connectors and the same thickness or gage of wire. - helpful bob

3)   the best way to check this, is hook up a scan tool, then the servo, speed sensor, can be tested, and energized, also you can road test with the scan tool hooked up and visibly see whats going on, as for vac-cum leaks look and listen, see if the engine runs smooth, the check engine light may be on as well, sounds like you have a drivability issue and you notice it more with the cruise on, have the engine scanned - columbusmopar


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Question 5
i need help with trouble codes for a 2004 crysler crossfire?...  I have a 2004 crysler crossfire that has a mercedes benz engine, its a 3.2 liter.

the trouble code i got was P0410
does anybody know what this problem is and maby how to fix it?

Answers
1)   possible (air ) fault air injection, numourous of cauld be,s - shaywillfixit.

2)   Code P0410 is for the Secondary Air Injection System, which is part of the emissions control.

Check any hoses and wires going to the air pump for damage. - Ryan

3)   Hello. Usually the code p0410 is caused by the relay for the secondary air induction system failing. I suggest checking the wiring to the relay module, and if the wiring is ok, replacing the ecm relay module. - C-Tech


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Bought a 02 sebring about 2 1/2 months ago now needs a new engine what action can i take against the dealer?

Question 1
Bought a 02 sebring about 2 1/2 months ago now needs a new engine what action can i take against the dealer?...  I bought the car cash as is no warranties but it hasn't even been 90 days yet

Answers
1)   Not much you can do unless you can prove the engine was bad when you bought it - Dave87gn

2)   The dealer is not responsible for anything and there is nothing you can make them do. You bought the car "as-is." If the car did not come with a written warranty of any kind, your current issue is not the dealer's problem. That is the risk you take in buying a used car.

My only advice to you is to go to www.car-part.com to see if there is a used motor in your area. Check to see if any of them offer a warranty on the motor as a lot of salvage yards will. - Kenny

3)   file a claim before the 90 days are up just in case there is a possibility of action. - JimT

4)   Any reasonable person would naturally expect that an engine will last more than 90 days. Unfortunately, I can only assume that this engine didn't have any symptoms or other indication of the impending failure during this time......so I must ask.....how could the dealer have known that it would fail 3 months down the road? - LeAnne

5)   You bought the car as is. That means that you have to pay for any and all repairs, and the dealer will not.

Even if the car had a warranty, it would have most likely have been for 30 days or 1000 miles, so you would not be covered after 2 1/2 months.

Sorry - fire4511

6)   Only the first 30 days,sorry but nothing you can do. - Carman Nguyen

7)   Sorry Miesha. I know it sucks but it happens. And most dealers are'nt out to screw you, they probably had no idea either.
Best of luck! - Dave

8)   what kind of warranty did you get how long was it for ,most used car dealers only offer 6o day warranties you there may not be much you can do . - Delmer S


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Question 2
how could i increse hp on my chrysler 300 touring its a V-6 3.5?...  

Answers
1)   rear spoiler and racing stripes. - accident prone

2)   Skip the trendy cold air kit. They are eye candy only. Just a way to sell you a fancy air cleaner that you don't really need. No noticeable improvements. If anything just add a K&N air filter element only.

Nitrous Oxide.

Only if the engine and drive train are in good condition. With any power adder you are asking for trouble if the engine and drive train aren't up to the task. Just don't go too crazy with it.

I wouldn't go more than a 75 HP shot maximum. However a 75 HP would still give a very noticeable improvement.

You could add a wet kit for as little as $385. Someone with moderate mechanical skills could install one in an afternoon. - Mad Jack

3)   swap the 3.5L out for a 6.1L (SRT-8) - Big Stew 87 Cutlass LT1

4)   really increase with a turbo or super charger(expensive)mass air flow sensor and k&n cold air intake. - ramcharger

5)   lambo doors and big rims - tacomacalistud

6)   Nos, supercharger, turbo. blower. a strong tail wind - rick b

7)   You should also consider that such a car may be expensive to insure. Check your insurance rates before buying one, for example here - carinsurance.yoll.net - Richard


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Question 3
is $2400 for a 96 plymouth grand voyager with 141000 miles alot?...  it has tint windows, cd, power everything, was garaged so body is mint. interior i almost mint. non smoker. was told it was well maintained but have not seen logs yet.

Answers
1)   $2400 is a lot of money for that vehicle. I would think that the top money for that van would be under $2000, assuming it is a 3.3L V6 engine. The 3.0L V6 and the 4 Cylinder would both be worth less. - fire4511

2)   I agree and dont with fire
I prefer the 3.0 over any mini van engine. why cuz I had to work on them
would I pay 2400 for the GV? no, 1200-1500 max, why cus its a older ride and I can get one for that price all day long, even less - rick b

3)   see reciepts to prove the maintainence first

even with that it can be risky to buy a car with that many miles

god only knows how long the tranny will last too - David A

4)   offer 1200 - roadrunner426440

5)   I seems like it to me. According to Edmunds.com DEALER RETAIL would be $2177. From a private party, $1153. It is 14 years old. Although it seems to have low mileage for that age. $141,000 miles city or highway driving? - rsmith98

6)   That sounds like a very fair price. My mom has a '97 Town & Country van with about 170k miles, and it's held up great. Normally you would expect certain things to fall apart or not work, like power windows, or door handles, but my mom's van just hasn't had any of the problems you would expect of a high mileage vehicle. - Ryan M


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Question 4
Is the Chrysler PT Cruiser a reliable car?...  Hi. I'm looking to buy my first car and I found several 2006-2008 PT Cruisers for very good prices. Is the 2006-2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser a reliable car?

Answers
1)   You have to make sure that the timing belt has been changed ... if not it is a costly fix if it breaks do to not changing it a the manufacturer suggested mileage interval - Thomas

2)   I have a 2006 Touring Edition love the car, but hate the gas millage (19mpg) and horsepower. - lowlowlow

3)   How would it be?

Definition of reliable:

1 : suitable or fit to be relied on : dependable
2 : giving the same result on successive trials

A machine can't be dependable, because it doesn't operate on it's own. It requires you to maintain it, service it, etc. It needs YOU to be reliable, not the other way around.

As far as same result on successive trials...again, depends on how YOU maintain it. If you don't give a car an oil change, it will progressively perform worse and worse. That doesn't mean it's reliable or not. It means the owner has failed it.

So "reliable" is a term that basically has no meaning when it comes to a machine. - Vipassana

4)   both ford and gm have higher all around ratings than chrysler but as far as the transmissions there are only problems with the automatic transmissions the manual transmissions are fine which is much better anyway - Dangle

5)   Yes and no. Ive heard many complaints of PT Cruisers burning oil and returning very poor fuel economy. Nothing by Chrysler except the Ram trucks are reliable. Your best bet is to stay awake from PT Cruisers because of the very very poor gas mileage (expect 18-20mpg, thats worse than a V6 engine in bigger cars) plus the quality on the Cruisers arent high so i would say that it would give you problems in the future. - 1997FordProbeGT


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Question 5
1993 New Yorker, locking hubcaps?...  Okay so my car has these lock thing on the hubcaps so they can't be stolen and I don't have a key for it---I inherted the car from my Granny when she passed away, well i blew a tire and my Dad had to pry of the cap with screwdriver so I put on the spare, when i bought a new tire the guy at the tire store said they don't make them anymore....does anyone know where i could find one?

Answers
1)   Try a junkyard. You may have to go in and pull one off yourself. - thebrock1584

2)   Salvage yard is probably your best option.They most probably run into that more than you think. - XTL Bowflex

3)   Good question, the local Chrysler dealer only my be able to hook you up or you can try e-bay, And some of the older mechanics at a Dodge or Chrysler dealer may have a few lying around in their tool boxes, but dont expect them to loan it to you, first bring in the lock nut your dad pryed off to see if they got the right one and then you will need to bring in the whole car, There are about 10 or 12 different keys
And last but not least try you snap-on or matco dealer they may still carry them - rick b

4)   Your best bet is remove all the locking nuts and install standard hex nuts. The locks were an anti-theft device which probably worked but wire wheel covers were not stolen that often and I think locknut use was eliminated.

I had a set on a Dynasty parts car that gave them to a friend of mine for his Dynasty and I used a punch and hammer tor remove all four nuts. They did look good on his car. - Don't know everything !


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Bought a 02 sebring about 2 1/2 months ago now needs a new engine what action can i take against the dealer?

Question 1
Bought a 02 sebring about 2 1/2 months ago now needs a new engine what action can i take against the dealer?...  I bought the car cash as is no warranties but it hasn't even been 90 days yet

Answers
1)   Not much you can do unless you can prove the engine was bad when you bought it - Dave87gn

2)   The dealer is not responsible for anything and there is nothing you can make them do. You bought the car "as-is." If the car did not come with a written warranty of any kind, your current issue is not the dealer's problem. That is the risk you take in buying a used car.

My only advice to you is to go to www.car-part.com to see if there is a used motor in your area. Check to see if any of them offer a warranty on the motor as a lot of salvage yards will. - Kenny

3)   file a claim before the 90 days are up just in case there is a possibility of action. - JimT

4)   Any reasonable person would naturally expect that an engine will last more than 90 days. Unfortunately, I can only assume that this engine didn't have any symptoms or other indication of the impending failure during this time......so I must ask.....how could the dealer have known that it would fail 3 months down the road? - LeAnne

5)   You bought the car as is. That means that you have to pay for any and all repairs, and the dealer will not.

Even if the car had a warranty, it would have most likely have been for 30 days or 1000 miles, so you would not be covered after 2 1/2 months.

Sorry - fire4511

6)   Only the first 30 days,sorry but nothing you can do. - Carman Nguyen

7)   Sorry Miesha. I know it sucks but it happens. And most dealers are'nt out to screw you, they probably had no idea either.
Best of luck! - Dave

8)   what kind of warranty did you get how long was it for ,most used car dealers only offer 6o day warranties you there may not be much you can do . - Delmer S


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Question 2
how could i increse hp on my chrysler 300 touring its a V-6 3.5?...  

Answers
1)   rear spoiler and racing stripes. - accident prone

2)   Skip the trendy cold air kit. They are eye candy only. Just a way to sell you a fancy air cleaner that you don't really need. No noticeable improvements. If anything just add a K&N air filter element only.

Nitrous Oxide.

Only if the engine and drive train are in good condition. With any power adder you are asking for trouble if the engine and drive train aren't up to the task. Just don't go too crazy with it.

I wouldn't go more than a 75 HP shot maximum. However a 75 HP would still give a very noticeable improvement.

You could add a wet kit for as little as $385. Someone with moderate mechanical skills could install one in an afternoon. - Mad Jack

3)   swap the 3.5L out for a 6.1L (SRT-8) - Big Stew 87 Cutlass LT1

4)   really increase with a turbo or super charger(expensive)mass air flow sensor and k&n cold air intake. - ramcharger

5)   lambo doors and big rims - tacomacalistud

6)   Nos, supercharger, turbo. blower. a strong tail wind - rick b

7)   You should also consider that such a car may be expensive to insure. Check your insurance rates before buying one, for example here - carinsurance.yoll.net - Richard


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Question 3
is $2400 for a 96 plymouth grand voyager with 141000 miles alot?...  it has tint windows, cd, power everything, was garaged so body is mint. interior i almost mint. non smoker. was told it was well maintained but have not seen logs yet.

Answers
1)   $2400 is a lot of money for that vehicle. I would think that the top money for that van would be under $2000, assuming it is a 3.3L V6 engine. The 3.0L V6 and the 4 Cylinder would both be worth less. - fire4511

2)   I agree and dont with fire
I prefer the 3.0 over any mini van engine. why cuz I had to work on them
would I pay 2400 for the GV? no, 1200-1500 max, why cus its a older ride and I can get one for that price all day long, even less - rick b

3)   see reciepts to prove the maintainence first

even with that it can be risky to buy a car with that many miles

god only knows how long the tranny will last too - David A

4)   offer 1200 - roadrunner426440

5)   I seems like it to me. According to Edmunds.com DEALER RETAIL would be $2177. From a private party, $1153. It is 14 years old. Although it seems to have low mileage for that age. $141,000 miles city or highway driving? - rsmith98

6)   That sounds like a very fair price. My mom has a '97 Town & Country van with about 170k miles, and it's held up great. Normally you would expect certain things to fall apart or not work, like power windows, or door handles, but my mom's van just hasn't had any of the problems you would expect of a high mileage vehicle. - Ryan M


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Question 4
Is the Chrysler PT Cruiser a reliable car?...  Hi. I'm looking to buy my first car and I found several 2006-2008 PT Cruisers for very good prices. Is the 2006-2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser a reliable car?

Answers
1)   You have to make sure that the timing belt has been changed ... if not it is a costly fix if it breaks do to not changing it a the manufacturer suggested mileage interval - Thomas

2)   I have a 2006 Touring Edition love the car, but hate the gas millage (19mpg) and horsepower. - lowlowlow

3)   How would it be?

Definition of reliable:

1 : suitable or fit to be relied on : dependable
2 : giving the same result on successive trials

A machine can't be dependable, because it doesn't operate on it's own. It requires you to maintain it, service it, etc. It needs YOU to be reliable, not the other way around.

As far as same result on successive trials...again, depends on how YOU maintain it. If you don't give a car an oil change, it will progressively perform worse and worse. That doesn't mean it's reliable or not. It means the owner has failed it.

So "reliable" is a term that basically has no meaning when it comes to a machine. - Vipassana

4)   both ford and gm have higher all around ratings than chrysler but as far as the transmissions there are only problems with the automatic transmissions the manual transmissions are fine which is much better anyway - Dangle

5)   Yes and no. Ive heard many complaints of PT Cruisers burning oil and returning very poor fuel economy. Nothing by Chrysler except the Ram trucks are reliable. Your best bet is to stay awake from PT Cruisers because of the very very poor gas mileage (expect 18-20mpg, thats worse than a V6 engine in bigger cars) plus the quality on the Cruisers arent high so i would say that it would give you problems in the future. - 1997FordProbeGT


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Question 5
there were 3 people in a race to the store one got there first how?...  they where all in the same type on car and going the sames speed at 70 mph.

Answers
1)   Well, the obvious answer is that the one who lived closest got there first, but I suspect there are more factors to this question that you didn't include. - David

2)   He was closer than the other two - wiseornotyoudecide

3)   all 3 are in the same car - Arturo

4)   One of them had to travel a shorter distance. - Kenny

5)   Two got lost. - Howard L


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Bought a 02 sebring about 2 1/2 months ago now needs a new engine what action can i take against the dealer?

Question 1
Bought a 02 sebring about 2 1/2 months ago now needs a new engine what action can i take against the dealer?...  I bought the car cash as is no warranties but it hasn't even been 90 days yet

Answers
1)   Not much you can do unless you can prove the engine was bad when you bought it - Dave87gn

2)   The dealer is not responsible for anything and there is nothing you can make them do. You bought the car "as-is." If the car did not come with a written warranty of any kind, your current issue is not the dealer's problem. That is the risk you take in buying a used car.

My only advice to you is to go to www.car-part.com to see if there is a used motor in your area. Check to see if any of them offer a warranty on the motor as a lot of salvage yards will. - Kenny

3)   file a claim before the 90 days are up just in case there is a possibility of action. - JimT

4)   Any reasonable person would naturally expect that an engine will last more than 90 days. Unfortunately, I can only assume that this engine didn't have any symptoms or other indication of the impending failure during this time......so I must ask.....how could the dealer have known that it would fail 3 months down the road? - LeAnne

5)   You bought the car as is. That means that you have to pay for any and all repairs, and the dealer will not.

Even if the car had a warranty, it would have most likely have been for 30 days or 1000 miles, so you would not be covered after 2 1/2 months.

Sorry - fire4511

6)   Only the first 30 days,sorry but nothing you can do. - Carman Nguyen

7)   Sorry Miesha. I know it sucks but it happens. And most dealers are'nt out to screw you, they probably had no idea either.
Best of luck! - Dave

8)   what kind of warranty did you get how long was it for ,most used car dealers only offer 6o day warranties you there may not be much you can do . - Delmer S


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Question 2
how could i increse hp on my chrysler 300 touring its a V-6 3.5?...  

Answers
1)   rear spoiler and racing stripes. - accident prone

2)   Skip the trendy cold air kit. They are eye candy only. Just a way to sell you a fancy air cleaner that you don't really need. No noticeable improvements. If anything just add a K&N air filter element only.

Nitrous Oxide.

Only if the engine and drive train are in good condition. With any power adder you are asking for trouble if the engine and drive train aren't up to the task. Just don't go too crazy with it.

I wouldn't go more than a 75 HP shot maximum. However a 75 HP would still give a very noticeable improvement.

You could add a wet kit for as little as $385. Someone with moderate mechanical skills could install one in an afternoon. - Mad Jack

3)   swap the 3.5L out for a 6.1L (SRT-8) - Big Stew 87 Cutlass LT1

4)   really increase with a turbo or super charger(expensive)mass air flow sensor and k&n cold air intake. - ramcharger

5)   lambo doors and big rims - tacomacalistud

6)   Nos, supercharger, turbo. blower. a strong tail wind - rick b

7)   You should also consider that such a car may be expensive to insure. Check your insurance rates before buying one, for example here - carinsurance.yoll.net - Richard


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Question 3
Is the Chrysler PT Cruiser a reliable car?...  Hi. I'm looking to buy my first car and I found several 2006-2008 PT Cruisers for very good prices. Is the 2006-2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser a reliable car?

Answers
1)   You have to make sure that the timing belt has been changed ... if not it is a costly fix if it breaks do to not changing it a the manufacturer suggested mileage interval - Thomas

2)   I have a 2006 Touring Edition love the car, but hate the gas millage (19mpg) and horsepower. - lowlowlow

3)   How would it be?

Definition of reliable:

1 : suitable or fit to be relied on : dependable
2 : giving the same result on successive trials

A machine can't be dependable, because it doesn't operate on it's own. It requires you to maintain it, service it, etc. It needs YOU to be reliable, not the other way around.

As far as same result on successive trials...again, depends on how YOU maintain it. If you don't give a car an oil change, it will progressively perform worse and worse. That doesn't mean it's reliable or not. It means the owner has failed it.

So "reliable" is a term that basically has no meaning when it comes to a machine. - Vipassana

4)   both ford and gm have higher all around ratings than chrysler but as far as the transmissions there are only problems with the automatic transmissions the manual transmissions are fine which is much better anyway - Dangle

5)   Yes and no. Ive heard many complaints of PT Cruisers burning oil and returning very poor fuel economy. Nothing by Chrysler except the Ram trucks are reliable. Your best bet is to stay awake from PT Cruisers because of the very very poor gas mileage (expect 18-20mpg, thats worse than a V6 engine in bigger cars) plus the quality on the Cruisers arent high so i would say that it would give you problems in the future. - 1997FordProbeGT


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Question 4
is $2400 for a 96 plymouth grand voyager with 141000 miles alot?...  it has tint windows, cd, power everything, was garaged so body is mint. interior i almost mint. non smoker. was told it was well maintained but have not seen logs yet.

Answers
1)   $2400 is a lot of money for that vehicle. I would think that the top money for that van would be under $2000, assuming it is a 3.3L V6 engine. The 3.0L V6 and the 4 Cylinder would both be worth less. - fire4511

2)   I agree and dont with fire
I prefer the 3.0 over any mini van engine. why cuz I had to work on them
would I pay 2400 for the GV? no, 1200-1500 max, why cus its a older ride and I can get one for that price all day long, even less - rick b

3)   see reciepts to prove the maintainence first

even with that it can be risky to buy a car with that many miles

god only knows how long the tranny will last too - David A

4)   offer 1200 - roadrunner426440

5)   I seems like it to me. According to Edmunds.com DEALER RETAIL would be $2177. From a private party, $1153. It is 14 years old. Although it seems to have low mileage for that age. $141,000 miles city or highway driving? - rsmith98


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Question 5
there were 3 people in a race to the store one got there first how?...  they where all in the same type on car and going the sames speed at 70 mph.

Answers
1)   Well, the obvious answer is that the one who lived closest got there first, but I suspect there are more factors to this question that you didn't include. - David

2)   He was closer than the other two - wiseornotyoudecide

3)   all 3 are in the same car - Arturo

4)   One of them had to travel a shorter distance. - Kenny

5)   Two got lost. - Howard L


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Bought a 02 sebring about 2 1/2 months ago now needs a new engine what action can i take against the dealer?

Question 1
Bought a 02 sebring about 2 1/2 months ago now needs a new engine what action can i take against the dealer?...  I bought the car cash as is no warranties but it hasn't even been 90 days yet

Answers
1)   Not much you can do unless you can prove the engine was bad when you bought it - Dave87gn

2)   The dealer is not responsible for anything and there is nothing you can make them do. You bought the car "as-is." If the car did not come with a written warranty of any kind, your current issue is not the dealer's problem. That is the risk you take in buying a used car.

My only advice to you is to go to www.car-part.com to see if there is a used motor in your area. Check to see if any of them offer a warranty on the motor as a lot of salvage yards will. - Kenny

3)   file a claim before the 90 days are up just in case there is a possibility of action. - JimT

4)   Any reasonable person would naturally expect that an engine will last more than 90 days. Unfortunately, I can only assume that this engine didn't have any symptoms or other indication of the impending failure during this time......so I must ask.....how could the dealer have known that it would fail 3 months down the road? - LeAnne

5)   You bought the car as is. That means that you have to pay for any and all repairs, and the dealer will not.

Even if the car had a warranty, it would have most likely have been for 30 days or 1000 miles, so you would not be covered after 2 1/2 months.

Sorry - fire4511

6)   Only the first 30 days,sorry but nothing you can do. - Carman Nguyen

7)   Sorry Miesha. I know it sucks but it happens. And most dealers are'nt out to screw you, they probably had no idea either.
Best of luck! - Dave

8)   what kind of warranty did you get how long was it for ,most used car dealers only offer 6o day warranties you there may not be much you can do . - Delmer S


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Question 2
there were 3 people in a race to the store one got there first how?...  they where all in the same type on car and going the sames speed at 70 mph.

Answers
1)   Well, the obvious answer is that the one who lived closest got there first, but I suspect there are more factors to this question that you didn't include. - David

2)   He was closer than the other two - wiseornotyoudecide

3)   all 3 are in the same car - Arturo

4)   One of them had to travel a shorter distance. - Kenny

5)   Two got lost. - Howard L


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Question 3
how could i increse hp on my chrysler 300 touring its a V-6 3.5?...  

Answers
1)   rear spoiler and racing stripes. - accident prone

2)   Skip the trendy cold air kit. They are eye candy only. Just a way to sell you a fancy air cleaner that you don't really need. No noticeable improvements. If anything just add a K&N air filter element only.

Nitrous Oxide.

Only if the engine and drive train are in good condition. With any power adder you are asking for trouble if the engine and drive train aren't up to the task. Just don't go too crazy with it.

I wouldn't go more than a 75 HP shot maximum. However a 75 HP would still give a very noticeable improvement.

You could add a wet kit for as little as $385. Someone with moderate mechanical skills could install one in an afternoon. - Mad Jack

3)   swap the 3.5L out for a 6.1L (SRT-8) - Big Stew 87 Cutlass LT1

4)   really increase with a turbo or super charger(expensive)mass air flow sensor and k&n cold air intake. - ramcharger

5)   lambo doors and big rims - tacomacalistud


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Question 4
Is the Chrysler PT Cruiser a reliable car?...  Hi. I'm looking to buy my first car and I found several 2006-2008 PT Cruisers for very good prices. Is the 2006-2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser a reliable car?

Answers
1)   You have to make sure that the timing belt has been changed ... if not it is a costly fix if it breaks do to not changing it a the manufacturer suggested mileage interval - Thomas

2)   I have a 2006 Touring Edition love the car, but hate the gas millage (19mpg) and horsepower. - lowlowlow

3)   How would it be?

Definition of reliable:

1 : suitable or fit to be relied on : dependable
2 : giving the same result on successive trials

A machine can't be dependable, because it doesn't operate on it's own. It requires you to maintain it, service it, etc. It needs YOU to be reliable, not the other way around.

As far as same result on successive trials...again, depends on how YOU maintain it. If you don't give a car an oil change, it will progressively perform worse and worse. That doesn't mean it's reliable or not. It means the owner has failed it.

So "reliable" is a term that basically has no meaning when it comes to a machine. - Vipassana

4)   both ford and gm have higher all around ratings than chrysler but as far as the transmissions there are only problems with the automatic transmissions the manual transmissions are fine which is much better anyway - Dangle

5)   Yes and no. Ive heard many complaints of PT Cruisers burning oil and returning very poor fuel economy. Nothing by Chrysler except the Ram trucks are reliable. Your best bet is to stay awake from PT Cruisers because of the very very poor gas mileage (expect 18-20mpg, thats worse than a V6 engine in bigger cars) plus the quality on the Cruisers arent high so i would say that it would give you problems in the future. - 1997FordProbeGT


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Question 5
1993 New Yorker, locking hubcaps?...  Okay so my car has these lock thing on the hubcaps so they can't be stolen and I don't have a key for it---I inherted the car from my Granny when she passed away, well i blew a tire and my Dad had to pry of the cap with screwdriver so I put on the spare, when i bought a new tire the guy at the tire store said they don't make them anymore....does anyone know where i could find one?

Answers
1)   Try a junkyard. You may have to go in and pull one off yourself. - thebrock1584

2)   Salvage yard is probably your best option.They most probably run into that more than you think. - XTL Bowflex

3)   Good question, the local Chrysler dealer only my be able to hook you up or you can try e-bay, And some of the older mechanics at a Dodge or Chrysler dealer may have a few lying around in their tool boxes, but dont expect them to loan it to you, first bring in the lock nut your dad pryed off to see if they got the right one and then you will need to bring in the whole car, There are about 10 or 12 different keys
And last but not least try you snap-on or matco dealer they may still carry them - rick b

4)   Your best bet is remove all the locking nuts and install standard hex nuts. The locks were an anti-theft device which probably worked but wire wheel covers were not stolen that often and I think locknut use was eliminated.

I had a set on a Dynasty parts car that gave them to a friend of mine for his Dynasty and I used a punch and hammer tor remove all four nuts. They did look good on his car. - Don't know everything !


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