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Chrysler Sebring Problems and Solutions
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First has anyone had a problem with a bad odor from the vent system ? mine does but has no water leaks in the floor as I have read on the postings.
Thanks Kenny
The other issue was the radio not getting power sometimes. The dealer replaced it with as new radio. Overall I am pleased with the car and its performance. I have liked the Chrysler so much I just bought a Pacifica for my wife.
When I have the heater on, it works fine. But when I come to a stop, about half the time the heater stops blowing hot air and starts blowing cool air. As soon as I go (or even if I just rev the engine), it gets hot again.
Is this the water pump? Or a valve somewhere?
Thanks!
Steve
PS It is a 1997 Sebring JX Convertible, with the bigger V6 motor, automatic tranny, 98K miles, no work done on the motor in the 2 years / 30K miles I've owned it. I'm in Pittsburgh where it's getting down into the 40's already.
1) That my speedometer wasn't working; 2) The temperature gauge was slowly moving up; 3) At a slow speed the RPM's were getting high (about to 4,000); 4)The "Check Engine Soon" light came on. No funny noises. The car still starts and everything else seems to be all right. I had it towed to a local repair shop but would like to know the possible culprit before talking to the mechanic. I bought this car used about 1 year ago. Anyone know what is going on with my car?
Question # 2 On the same car the interior lights, door locks, radio, power mirrors, trunk release, and alarm system does not work, I think i blew a fuse but I can not figure it out on where I did I had a friend from work look at it and he couldn't fix the problem either. What can I do?
Question # 3 Last one, The car has been having problems starting we would turn the key and get nothing and keep trying adventually it would kick over, I am not sure if it is a starter issue or a alternator issue.
Thanks for all the help guys.
Specifically, SNOW accummulation will probably be an issue, cold temperatures, and what else?
(Until a few months ago we have had the car garaged at both home and at work but alas this is no longer possible.. so it is now exposed to the elements 24/7..)
Your advice is greatly appreciated!!
Any help would be appreciated
Any ideas,
Have them check the ground wire behind the headlights
#1 using the space that the top fold into as storage space (which by the way I don't)
#2 pulling the wires off the window on purpose because I like having my car in the shop.....
:mad:
I saw the reply you made to "raymo1" about chaanging the lightbulb in his 2001 Sebring, but I have to disagree,
unless I mis-understood something here ?
I have the same problem, and must replace the "drivers" side lightbulb. This side is different from the passenger side, as it has absolutely no space behind the headlight to insert your hand. At least the passenger side is accessible.
The only way to remove is as you stated, is to remove the two screws holding the headlight assembly. After doing this however, I could not slide the headlight assembly forward. Doesn't seems to want to slide out or budge.
Is there another screw which must be removed ? Or does a piece of the front cowling have to be removed ?
I'm frustrated and confused. The dealership offers no help.
Again, this is a 2001 Sering convertible.
Any help you could provide would be greatly appreciated!
You can email me also at "bigdog0609@verizon.net".
Thanks!
I to have a 01 Sebring convertible. Cannot seem to remove the headlight assembly (on driver's side).
There is absoultely "no room" to get your hand behind to pop-out the bulb. I tried what response you receive from "oldengineer". Basically to remove the two bolts holding the headlight assembly. Even after doing this,
I could not slide the assembly forward or out of the car.
Wouldn't budge !
Is there soemthing else I should know ? Called dealership,
but they're useless !
If you were successful in removing the headlight assembly and replacing the bulb, could you please share this information with me. Will be greatly appreciated!
FYI... Wait until you have to change the battery, good luck! You have to remove the driver's front wheel, and then the outer wheel-well cover. A real trip!
Those "high-paid" engineers at Chrysler, should be whipped, for some of the designs of this car.
Thanks for any help you can provide!
I'll check out both these websites.
Any idead of what it could be?
Also there are a lot of Sebrings(Lxi, Jxi, Touring...) where does mine stand in these line ups? Thx in advance
Reason I'm asking? I also have a 2000 Jxi, and am having similar problems (although my lugnuts haven't come off, the sound I'm hearing is the same as you described.)
I own a 2000 Sebring JXI conv.
I was wondering if anyone else has had to replace either the tumbler system in the cars ignition or the whole module that wraps around the steering column. My key won't turn in the ignition ( when the car is cold ) but will turn easily after a fair amount of jiggling. Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks
NHTSA campaign number 02V186000: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.5L V6 engines, the throttle control cable can fray causing the throttle to bind or stick. This could potentially result in a loss of throttle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the throttle cable assembly. Owner notification began August 5, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.