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Chrysler 300M: Problems & Solutions
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Anyone have a part number for the wiper relay, if there is such a bird. I plan on trying that next as the switch appeared to improve but did not solve the problem I had. [Instead of the time between the sweeps changing based upon rotation of the stalk control, the little rascal sweeps multiple times or not at random even on the long intervals. Might do one sweep as it should on the first detent, but it might do 3 instead. It developed a mind of its own on how many times it will sweep on each delay setting.] If the relay doesn't work I will try to price out a new turn stalk and see what that goes for.
The used parts guys have quoted me $100 to $125, if they had one. Still kinda steep, but maybe that's as good as it gets.
It seems like the shell is the same for 300M's, Intrepids, Concordes and the LHS. Does anyone know if I can take the innards out of my broken shell and put them in a shell from a less expensive (non-memory) mirror?
Any ideas or sources appreciated.
Bill Carner
farmerbill, Corydon, Indiana
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&ite- m=7955785763&category=6763
You don't need a memory mirror just a motorized one. The memory signal comes from the seat-mirror memory module and controls the motor on the mirror.
I don't know about changing the mirror itself out.
You'll just have to watch the EBAY listings.
If you were replacing both the mirror and housing, the size difference may not be noticeable.
BTW... glad I found this group.. looks like a bunch of good info n nice people... :}
Randy
#104 of 218 Growl by del12 United States of America Jan 30, 2004 (10:49 am)
My 30M, 25,000 miles has a "Tony the Tiger" growl. This only happens when the engine is cold. When I put it in gear and give it gas I get this growl. Let off on the accelerator, growl stops, accelerate again-more growl. The local 5* dealer says the noise appears to be from the engine exhaust system and this is normal for all 2002's per the factory rep. Anyone else with this problem?
Just kidding. It could possibly be a loose heat shield around the exhaust manifold or the catalytic convertors. What RPM range does it occur? I have on '02 Special and have no "growl" to speak, of other than the exhaust note.
Still no luck finding the problem with my Nav radio. It works sporadically. It'll go a few days and work just fine then, out of the blue, it'll start acting up again. I am so not wanting to have to buy another one. It would stink to buy a new one only to turn around and trade the car for the new M45. But that probably won't be happening for a while.
Could it be a faulty circuit or fuse? Don't know if I told you guys this before or not, but when it "stops" working, the audio portion will still work. It's just stuck on the last radio station or disc it was on the last time I turned the car off. The display and all of the buttons won't work. The only thing that will work is the volume (steering wheel volume buttons and the radio knob). If I accidentally leave it on satellite radio when I turn it off, it will default to the CD changer when I start the car again. I'm still wondering if it's a problem with my Sirius receiver and not the actual radio itself. As has been happening, after a long period, it will finally "boot up." If I'm driving for a half hour or more, the "boot screen" will appear and all functions return as if nothing ever happened.
Aren't there any electronics savvy (circuits and repair-wise) folks here?
All 4 manuals. There are many other listings also.
The main computer failed in my 2000 at around 35,500 miles (thankfully under warranty). I had little warning -- the light came on at the start of a 25 mile trip. When I got to my destination, it was lurching and stalling and I parked it. When I got back to the car an hour or so later, it would not start. The main computer was replaced under warranty, so I don't know how much it cost.
The catalytic convertor can be a major source of these problems as well...
thanks for the info. I bought a 99 300M on Easter Sunday for my wife. We love it! Ihave noticed that the same speaker is blown also. This info is great because now I know I could do it myself( the dealer wanted $300 to do it!)
I also noticed that my headlights are faded and kinda weathered. Headlights are pretty expensive and I wondered if anyone out there knows how to get them clear and bright again...
Worst case scenario, you can remove the cover and simply use some Windex or soap and water to clean the under side of the cover. Warning: It will NOT be easy to remove the cover; it's hard enough just to get the headlight itself out, let alone the cover. If you do remove the cover, make sure you have some silicone or other gasket type sealant to seal the cover back on.
Anyway, do a search of this forum for cleaning the headlights. I believe it has been discussed several times here and on the other 300M board.
I traded my Platinum '99 for an '05 Acura TL (great car, like the M) and am wondering where my M has gone...!
'21 Dark Blue/Black Audi A7 PHEV (mine); '22 White/Beige BMW X3 (hers); '20 Estoril Blue/Oyster BMW M240xi 'Vert (Ours, read: hers in 'vert weather; mine during Nor'easters...)
Buying an '05 Acura TL -- $35,000
Trading in your '99 300M -- $5,000 back
Being able to let go of your '99 300M...
Being able to let go of your '99 300M...
Being able to let go of your '99 300M...priceless!
I feel for you! I solved my letting go problem by buying another 300M!
And:
'05 TL (Non-Nav) <$31k
Trade '99M -- $6k back. That hurt, I was really hoping for at least $8k. But, again, that lust thing just took over...
Who knows, the next version of the 300 = Lust???
'21 Dark Blue/Black Audi A7 PHEV (mine); '22 White/Beige BMW X3 (hers); '20 Estoril Blue/Oyster BMW M240xi 'Vert (Ours, read: hers in 'vert weather; mine during Nor'easters...)
'21 Dark Blue/Black Audi A7 PHEV (mine); '22 White/Beige BMW X3 (hers); '20 Estoril Blue/Oyster BMW M240xi 'Vert (Ours, read: hers in 'vert weather; mine during Nor'easters...)
Again, if anybody buys a '99M, Platinum ext., Charcoal int, Chrome Razorstars with around 67,000 miles at time of purchase, post it. I'd really like to know my M has found a good home. And maybe get all the loose change under the driver's seat back! Premium gas is expensive!!!! As are Monstah seats at the Pahk!
Wicked pissah!
'21 Dark Blue/Black Audi A7 PHEV (mine); '22 White/Beige BMW X3 (hers); '20 Estoril Blue/Oyster BMW M240xi 'Vert (Ours, read: hers in 'vert weather; mine during Nor'easters...)
By the way, the center dash speaker was blown too. I took your advice on how to remove the a pillars and dash, and boy! was it easy! I unplugged the speaker and the system sounds great. I hardly miss that speaker! thanks again for the info!