What could have caused this in my Chrysler Sebring Sedan (2004)?

What could have caused this in my Chrysler Sebring Sedan (2004)?

Ok so we got new brake pads, and rotors a few weeks ago, and everything has been great. All of a sudden yesterday I hear a large pop, and my caliper assembly comes off the rotor and smashes into my rim (which arent cheap!). Anyways, my dad who is a mechanic, was able to get the car home in reverse (it worked in reverse just fine), and jack it up. We came to find that the top bolt on the caliper that holds it to the assembly came right off. We actually found the bolt in the street. What would have caused this? We were able to repair everything, but just curious what are possible reasons for this to happen.

Asked by: sweetsupplies85 @ 2009-07-19 05:32:37

[Best Answer]The caliper bolt was not tightened to the correct torque spec and the threads should have had a drop or 2 of blue lock tight ( NOT RED). The factory even put a drop on those bolts during assy. Very common for aftermarket shops and shadetree mechanics not to use the lock tight

By : rick b @ 1248040230

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Hard to say. It may have loosened itself up over time. However, you said the brakes were just worked on. Maybe the shop forgot to torque it properly. Or the manufacturer forgot to. I've bought several new cars over the last 5 yrs & I have always double checked the car after I bring it home. You'd be surprised at what I find. Missing air filter on one & loose lug nuts on a Mazda. G'day!

The Eagle Keeper

I would say whoever did the brake work for you did not get the caliper bolts tight. If a repair shop did this work, I would carry the car back and show them what happened to the wheel and have them recheck the other side for you as well.

tlh20fan

My guess is the mechanic who did the job put the bolt in but didn't tighten it. The pop you heard was the brake caliper rotating out into the rim when the bolt fell out. Did you check the other bolts in the other side.

Jackolantern

most likely the bolt was not tightened,not much else could've caused it.

Steve

Because it's a Chrysler Sebring. Here is a quote from www.carcomplaints.com:

The Chrysler Sebring has the most problems by a long shot, with well over three times more complaints than any other Chrysler model. The most defect-prone years are from the early 2000s.

Visit the web site concerning the Sebring. Also, Sebring's with the 2.7L engine have even more problems. That engine has been found to be a "defective" engine.

Joe

The caliper bolt was not tightened to the correct torque spec and the threads should have had a drop or 2 of blue lock tight ( NOT RED). The factory even put a drop on those bolts during assy. Very common for aftermarket shops and shadetree mechanics not to use the lock tight

rick b

Chrysler 300C question: How many miles are these cars expected to run/be problem-free?

I've been thinking of getting a 2005 or 06' 300C and want to know how reliable they are. Is 70000 or 80000 miles too much for me to buy it?

Asked by: Peter P @ 2009-07-19 21:18:00

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I worked at Chrysler for over 30 years. I built the chrysler 300 for years. You never want to buy a chrysler car. They are built cheap and full of plastic. You are better off buying a cadillac. I always bought a cadillac for over 15 years.

Craig

Chrysler = License plate reliability- Its good until the dealer can't see your license plate anymore.

pedro

As you probably know, the 300C was on Car&Driver's 10-best list when it came out, so it's a great car to start with. My mom has a '97 Chyrsler T&C, and it has been excellent! She just had to replace a vacuum pressure transducer on it, but for having 170k miles, it's been excellent, so I would expect the 300C will easily last over 150k without any major problems, but there's no guarantee on anything: it depends on so many factors, primarily on how well it was cared for.

Ryan M

Ok. Try used car buying 101. The average driver puts about 12, 000 miles a year on their car. A 3 or 4 year old car should have about 36,000 to 50,000 miles on it. 70,000 to 80,000 miles is a lot, so this car, regardless of brand, has excessive mileage and will cost you more in repairs. Have it checked out by a good mechanic and do a test drive. Walk away if there are any unusual problems. This applies to all brands. Good luck.

C-Tech

a car that young should NOT have that many miles on it. also it depends on the engine in the car. chrysler 300s have several different motors

theres the crappy 2.7 L V6 which has given chrysler a bad name in reliability for years, horrible engine (the only upside is its efficient)

there's the 3.5L V6 which puts out 250hp (similar to the nissan altima3.5 v6 which makes the same amount of power)

the 5.7 Hemi V8. 345 hp, very well built

and my all time favorite the 6.1 Hemi V8 which makes 425 HP on the SRT8 package, 0-60 in 5 seconds flat, love that one, only downside is that it averages 13 mpg!

im willing to bet its either a 2.7 or 3.5 v6. and if it has that many miles on it, it was probably an old rental car. always avoid those. I bought a used rent a car and had nothing but problems at first until they were fixed.

i would stay away until you find one with lower miles and a more powerful motor, that 2.7L just screams low power and bad luck. that car will not last long (on the road that is) be careful

David A

Is it possible to put a stereo in a Pt Cruiser?

I have a Pt Cruiser and I am wanting to put an Alpine or Pioneer stereo in it but I don't know if I can without ruining the air conditioning system. Is it plausible or a lost cause?

Asked by: Kevin @ 2009-07-20 11:24:33

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it is plausable

jbkool

Why would the installation of an aftermarket stereo have anything to do with the AC system? Stereo installations are done every day.

Otto

You can see if they make an after-market harness for PT's. I'm not sure if they do or not, but I have had success with them in the past.

Tony

Go to Walmart and purchase "Scosche installation kit FCJ1276A", fits PT Cruisers 2000-2005, that is if your car falls within those years. While you're there buy their wiring adaptor kit as well. Have used Scosche kits for years and if you follow instructions carefully you will have a very nice appearing installation.

Here's a bonus http://www.installdr.com/
Good luck with your new stereo.

Don't know everything !

I had been looking for a 2 passenger car and found a crossfire from chrysler what reviews does anybody have?

Asked by: seny @ 2009-07-18 22:07:35

[Best Answer]Go to:
Consumer reports
Kelly Blue Book
Edmonds
Those sites plus others give car reviews good,bad/trouble spots etc.
That vehicle does not get great ratings for being reliable.
Try a Pontiac Slostus(?)that's a 2 seat car also but right now i have no further info on it for you,sorry.

By : Bri @ 1247982034

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Consumer Report below average for reliability

pickmefirstplz

Go to:
Consumer reports
Kelly Blue Book
Edmonds
Those sites plus others give car reviews good,bad/trouble spots etc.
That vehicle does not get great ratings for being reliable.
Try a Pontiac Slostus(?)that's a 2 seat car also but right now i have no further info on it for you,sorry.

Bri

Cross fire is a very nice car but not many made, it is geared for the pre senior upper middle class looking for a classy sports car at a middle of the road price. The biggest complaint I have heard about that car is no spare

rick b

i work at the chrysler dealership and they could not sell,they had to discount them $10,000 after sitting on the lot for 18 months just to sell them.not a bad car just small no room.

Steve

how to remove pin striping from my car?

i have just brought another car and it has two thin white lines of pin striping, however they have got bits missing and look untidy, how do i remove the rest with out damaging the paint work?

Asked by: olive @ 2009-07-21 06:30:30

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You can use a heat gun or hair dryer on fairly warm to hot setting to soften the tape and then just peel it off.

paul h

get a corner started and pull off the rest its just a piece of plastic

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