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Old September 19th 12, 02:59 AM posted to rec.autos.makers.chrysler
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Default 1998 Stratus vibration when accelerating


"greybuck" > wrote in message
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>I have a 1998 Dodge Stratus with a 2.4L engine. A couple of weeks ago, I
>was stuck in traffic. All the sudden it jerked, and the engine stalled. It
>would not re-start, until I waited for a couple of minutes.
>
> It seems to run fine since that event. No codes were set, but there is
> noticeable vibration upon acceleration, that was not there before. I had
> all the engine mounts replaced since one was broken, and hoped that would
> solved the problem. It didn't.
>
> I also had the entire exhaust system checked, hoping there was a broken
> hanger, or leak. Neither of these were an issue either.
>
> When the engine is idling, it is smooth, and there is no vibration.
>
> Any suggestions? It occurs while sitting, so I am guessing that it doesn't
> have anything to do with the drive train, or suspension.
>
> Thanks,


If a FWD check for a failing CV joint. If RWD check for a failing universal
joint.


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