How much should it cost to replace the automatic transmission in a Chrysler Crossfire?

Question 1
How much should it cost to replace the automatic transmission in a Chrysler Crossfire?...  

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1)   A good estimate might be 2000-2500. Automatic transmissions arent cheap...alot of the time it costs every bit as much as replacing the engine. Assuming the trans can't be rebuilt or serviced you can expect to hear around 2500 brand new from manufacturer. - Kevin

2)   It might cost you $2000, maybe $3000. These tranny's are not all made in the USA. Especially if you have the autostick. I just installed one for my sister's Sebring coupe for $3,345. - John J

3)   Why on earth do you need a transmission for a Crossfire already? Anyways, that motor is from Mercedes-Benz. Im pretty sure the transmission is too. (I hope that helps some) - redskyblackdream

4)   Approximately 1 butt-load of cash. - Dave

5)   How many miles do you have on this vehicle? Most Crossfires came with a 7yr or 70,000 miles warranty on the powertrain. Other than that if you are indeed out of warranty then most of these guys are right about the cost of replacing the transmission especially Dave at the estimate of 1 Butt Load. - redondo69


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Question 2
I lost the keys to a 1992 voyager, whayt should i do?...  I lost the keys to my grandmas 1992 voyager, so should I get an ignition switch, or should we get a steering column? Which one is cheapest and easiest? Or if here is a better way what is it?

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1)   go to the auto parts store and get a new ignition switch. - randy_ishere

2)   Go to the dealership with the VIN # and they can cut you a new key that will fit.

Best of Luck! - Dave

3)   EACH VEHICLE has its own KEY CODE that the dealer can research and then "cut" a new set of keys to use on the original ignition and locks. Don't buy anything else. EVERY CAR AND TRUCK HAS A CODE FROM WHEN IT WAS FIRST BUILT. GO TO A DEALER - fire_inur_eyes

4)   I would call a licensed locksmith. It should take them only a couple of minutes to do, and it would probably be the cheapest and it would be the best way to avoid any damage to the vehicle. Calling a Dodge dealership is a good idea, but they only hold on to the cars "key codes" for a couple years, if I remember the max is 10 years. - ippipal

5)   As far as the options you posted, I'd go with just a cylinder rather than replacing the whole column. Much easier and less expensive (unless there's other problems with the column, of course).

However, I'd try the local dealership first to see if they can cut a new key for you. You should be required to show proof of ownership and a picture ID. (proof of ownership is generally a title, registration receipt, or current insurance card) That means if it's in your grandma's name, she may have to go to the dealership to get the key cut for it, depending on how strict they are about cutting keys, same last name may be enough for some, some may require talking to the person who owns the car before cutting it, and some may not cut it for anyone else but the registered owner. A call to the dealer parts department will confirm whether they can get the code for your car or not (last I heard the parts guy say is they could go back to 1990, but that's been a few years back).

Some dealers may charge to obtain the code, but many won't and will simply charge for the key. Either way, it's likely to be less than calling a locksmith and having them come out and cut a key for it. Locksmith will charge a service call, plus the labor to cut a key, plus the key price. If the dealer can't get the code, then it's either a locksmith, or get a new cylinder.


BTW, if you replace the cylinder, ask for an "ignition cylinder" at the parts store. If you ask for a "switch", you'll get an electrical switch, not the key cylinder. Many parts stores won't take back electrical items, no matter what the reason for returning it. - Mark B


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Question 3
what is 8.2 pt = L ??????/?...  help me please

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1)   it's about 4 liters plus a little bit. - Alfonzo

2)   It's actually 3.8 liters. - mopar mayhem

3)   For each pint, multiply by 0.473176473. Thus 8.2 liters multipled by 0.473176473=3.88. - John J

4)   At the risk of seeming churlish; Who Cares? I'm English - pints I understand, litres are some disgusting European measurement forced on us.

So There :P - Mikey


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Question 4
2000 CHRYSLER CONCORDE FUEL ISSUE?...  THE LAST FOUR TIMES THAT U HAVE PUMPED GAS THE GAS PUMP CUTS OFF AS IF MY TANK IS FULL. I PUMP GAS NOW SO SLOWLY IT TOOK ME 1O MINUTES TO FILL MY TANK. ANY HELP WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED.

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1)   ive had the same problem randomly i thought it was the gas stations pressure or something but try putting the nossle in not so far so it doesnt hit the screen - Corey

2)   Light a match bro and get over it due !!! - Stavros

3)   There is a vent valve which should open to allow the fuel vapor to enter a canister under the car when you add gas. That valve is stuck closed and the vapor cannot get out of the tank faster than the gas coming in. A shop can replace the valve or may be get the stuck valve to open up. Good luck. - C-Tech


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Question 5
how long does a 1989 chrysler town & car transmission last?...  how long does the transmission last

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1)   Depends how well its been taken care of and how old it is. Its 21 years old now so I don't care who made it I wouldn't be surprised if it needed work. - emiller1998

2)   They had lots of problems even when they were new. I had mine rebuilt, he said it could go less than 30K or last a lifetime, but he wouldn't guarantee nothing! - Bob S

3)   Transmissions like most wear items depend on it's user or the USERS. I have seen brand new cars need new engines or transmissions at 20-30,000 miles. Always keep the fluid levels up, always check the fluid each month. Flush most transmissions about every 3 years under normal wear(12-16,000 miles per year is normal). Us the right kind of fluid when changing!! But, to answer your question directly, they should last the life of the car. I have 12 vehicles and only two have needed a new tranny or rebuilt. Both times they were in my work trucks that haul a lot of gear and are under strain at times. One has 211,000 miles, the other had 119,800 miles on it. I have three cars with at least 100-130,000 miles each and no problems. - John J


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