Forum: Chrysler
July 5th 09, 12:51 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.chrysler
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Replies: 2
Views: 495
PT Cruiser Overheating Question
From what you describe (overheating when at idle in traffic, cool at
Interstate speed), I'd suspect the fan is not coming on when it should.
Could be the fan, the relay, the coolant temp sensor...
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Forum: Chrysler
July 2nd 09, 04:01 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.chrysler
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Replies: 29
Views: 1,576
300M timing belt replacement
No. The 3.3 and 3.8L uses a simple serpentine belt driven water pump. (And
I agree that the water pump and belts are much more easily changed compared
to the 3.2 and 3.5L engines.
Bob
"Bill...
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Forum: Chrysler
June 12th 09, 04:35 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.chrysler
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Replies: 5
Views: 196
Under carriage rattle driving me crazy
More information please?
Where exactly is "underneath"? Is it only when you strike a bump or all the
time? Only when the vehicle is moving or also when sitting at a stop?
Without any additional...
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Forum: Chrysler
June 9th 09, 04:22 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.chrysler
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Replies: 4
Views: 466
91 GC 3.3L Belt Tensioner
As a thought, based on your description, If you need to extend your standard
length wrench, then you may be able to use a set of vice grips to clamp on
a combination wrench box end and use the...
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Forum: Saturn
June 6th 09, 02:10 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.saturn
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Replies: 2
Views: 597
sluggish when shifting
The service engine light goes on when the On Board computer diagnostics
detect an (emissions system control) error condition. It then stores the
error code which can be read by an OBD II compliant...
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Forum: Chrysler
June 1st 09, 04:02 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.chrysler
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Replies: 4
Views: 466
91 GC 3.3L Belt Tensioner
I did it along with a water pump on a 1990 3.3L which is basically the same
van. You need to remove the passenger front wheel and the inner plastic
fender splash guard if you have not done so...
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Forum: Saturn
April 29th 09, 03:31 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.saturn
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,429
1995 Saturn SL1 hesitation, lurching
Great! Glad to hear that you could keep that 14 year old vehicle running
.... As I recall, yours is pretty low mileage so as long as you don't live
in the rust belt, you should be able to keep it...
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Forum: Chrysler
April 28th 09, 03:27 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.chrysler
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Replies: 15
Views: 593
'96 LHS cats
Mike,
If it does, make sure it isn't just the O2 sensor... A much simpler and
cheaper fix.
Bob
"Mike Easter" > wrote in message
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Forum: Saturn
April 21st 09, 03:37 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.saturn
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,429
1995 Saturn SL1 hesitation, lurching
Clean up the throttle body while you are doing the other work. A dirty TB
usually results in an erratic or misfire during idle, but not during
acceleration.
Bob
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"Roger Ehrlich"...
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Forum: Saturn
April 20th 09, 04:26 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.saturn
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,429
1995 Saturn SL1 hesitation, lurching
NO failure on the emissions could also indict the EGR valve which are known
to fail at about 100K miles. You also do not say when the plugs and wires
were last changed. These are easy to do and...
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Forum: Saturn
April 7th 09, 02:03 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.saturn
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Replies: 3
Views: 761
Saturn 2002 SL1 Gas tank capacity?
I think it is 12 gallons, but my memory isn't what it used to be so
hopefully others who know for sure will chime in.
Bob
"lbbss" > wrote in message...
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Forum: Chrysler
March 30th 09, 01:44 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.chrysler
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Replies: 5
Views: 267
Chrysler dealer offering GM Goodwrench service!!
Yes, agreed that Holland is a nice Western Michigan "harbor country" town
.... Michigan sand beaches with their dunes are pretty incredible. We were
there many times over a four year period since...
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Forum: Chrysler
March 20th 09, 11:16 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.chrysler
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Replies: 2
Views: 231
Fiat Denies ChryCo Debt Assumption
Mopar Man,
It looks like you have identified Chrysler's problem! :)
2007 Chrysler LLC revenues were $49B. 2009 revenues must be down 30+% (I am
being conservative). Fiat's revenues were $8.1B...
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Forum: Saturn
March 18th 09, 11:17 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.saturn
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Replies: 4
Views: 737
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Forum: Chrysler
March 12th 09, 12:35 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.chrysler
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Replies: 30
Views: 1,072
Parts Prices. Dealer vs Online
Simon,
If the local dealer would sell parts at more reasonable prices or
alternatively, offer me a loyalty discount, then I would most likely buy
from them since I would also gain the advantage of...
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Forum: Chrysler
March 11th 09, 01:35 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.chrysler
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Replies: 30
Views: 1,072
Parts Prices. Dealer vs Online
Simon,
The local dealer has the opportunity to give me a discount, but chooses not
to do so ... I therefore only use them when I have no other choice. If they
are losing business, then it is by...
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Forum: Chrysler
March 10th 09, 10:51 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.chrysler
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Replies: 30
Views: 1,072
Parts Prices. Dealer vs Online
Simon,
You raise some excellent points, but I thought we were talking about genuine
Chrysler dealers who are selling the exact same genuine Mopar parts. My
experience using several different...
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Forum: Chrysler
March 6th 09, 07:26 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.chrysler
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Replies: 6
Views: 289
94 Plymouth Voyager transmission
Sounds like the transmission may be going into "limp home" mode. Your
description of it "jerking into third gear" could well be when it actually
reverts to second gear in the limp home mode (not...
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Forum: Chrysler
February 23rd 09, 05:54 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.chrysler
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Replies: 52
Views: 1,926
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Forum: Chrysler
February 21st 09, 05:21 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.chrysler
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Replies: 31
Views: 1,042
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Forum: Chrysler
February 18th 09, 02:53 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.chrysler
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Replies: 3
Views: 702
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Forum: Saturn
February 2nd 09, 11:36 PM Posted to rec.autos.makers.saturn
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Replies: 5
Views: 822
2003 Saturn L-200 Climate Control Problem
Perhaps it was the compressor that froze up and not just the clutch
assembly. In that case the full evacuation procedure would be needed and
the dryer replaced too. Otherwise, I agree with you...
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Forum: Saturn
January 19th 09, 04:40 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.saturn
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Replies: 2
Views: 504
96 S1 slow return to idle problem
I would suspect a bad coolant temperature sensor (CTS). This is a $10 part
and 5 minutes effort to change it.
Bob
"Private" > wrote in message...
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Forum: Saturn
January 19th 09, 04:39 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.saturn
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,336
Recommended Tune ups for 03 ION?
Don't forget to check tire pressure frequently, perform regular engine oil
changes, and check the brakes occasionally too!
Bob
"marx404" > wrote in message...
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Forum: Chrysler
January 8th 09, 02:50 AM Posted to rec.autos.makers.chrysler
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,050
Service schedule for 100,000+ miles
Doing a water pump on the 3.3 or 3.8L is very simple, but I never removed
the belt pulley. I simply removed the entire belt by simply de-tensioning
the belt tensioner (15mm bolt head as I...
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