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Make : CHRYSLER
Model : CROSSFIRE
Year : 2005
Manufacturer : DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Service Bulletin Num : 2100205
Date of Bulletin: MAY 07, 2005
NHTSA Item Number: 10012339
Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Summary:
TRANSMISSION FLUID MAY BE WICKING IN THE RIGHT FRONT CORNER OF THE TRANSMISSION OIL PAN AREA. *EH Check to Request Research. Submit below.
Here is a list of all TSB's todate 2004 - 2005:
2004 LIST
24-003-03 A/C SYSTEM ADDITIVES 2003-05-23
08-018-03 ELECTRICAL INFORMATION AND GENERAL INFORMATION 2003-06-13
19-005-03 POWER STEERING FLUID USAGE - REVISED 2003-08-29
21-009-03 AUTOMATIC TRANS DIAGNOSTIC TEARDOWN PROCEDURE 2003-08-29
22-004-03 CHROME WHEEL CARE 2003-09-26
23-023-03 WIND-LIKE SOUND MIRROR FLAG AREA ABOVE 50 MPH 2003-10-17
08-029-03 REPLACEMENT KEYS 2003-10-24
08-036-03 RADIO DISPLAY HARD TO READ IN BRIGHT SUNLIGHT 2003-12-12
21-002-04 FIRST GEAR SYNCHRONIZER ENHANCEMENTS 2004-03-09
23-014-04 WIND SOUND WHILE DRIVING 2004-05-04
23-019-04 RATTLE SOUND FROM LIFTGATE AREA 2004-05-25
08-030-04 KEYLESS ENTRY TRANSMITTERS DO NOT WORK 2004-09-02
23-040-04 REAR SPOILER SERVICE PARTS AND PROCEDURES 2004-10-05
23-047-04 WIND SOUND MIRROR FLAG AREA ABOVE 50 MPH REVISED 2004-11-11
25-001-04 EVAPORATIVE SYSTEMS MAINTENANCE 2004-11-22
04-043-04 HEADLAMP CONDENSATION 2004-12-18
23-025-04 Sweak/creak noise coming from rear spoiler (thanks Xfirejunky!)
23-051-04 LIFTGATE BUMPER FASTENER WILL NOT TIGHTEN 2004-12-06
08-002-05 HEADLAMP CONDENSATION - REVISED 2005-01-13
21-001-05 GEAR GRIND LIKE SOUND WHILE SHIFTING 2005-01-06
21-002-05 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID WEEPAGE 2005-01-14
23-001-05 POPPING SOUND FROM THE SIDE WINDOW AREA 2005-01-08
23-004-05 DOOR GLASS MISALIGNMENT OR CONTACTS THE ROOF 2005-01-28
08-009-05 PNEUMATIC LOCK HOSE REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE 2005-02-05
21-005-05 FIRST GEAR SYNCHRONIZER ENHANCEMENTS - REVISED 2005-02-05
08-015-05 POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION 2005-03-02
23-016-05 CENTER CONSOLE CUP HOLDER/STORAGE BIN EXCHANGE 2005-03-09
23-022-05 LOW GLOSS INTERIOR TRIM - MAINTENANCE 2005-04-02
2005 LIST (Thanks roro!)
24-003-03 A/C SYSTEM ADDITIVES 2003-05-23
08-018-03 ELECTRICAL INFORMATION AND GENERAL INFORMATION 2003-06-13
19-005-03 POWER STEERING FLUID USAGE - REVISED 2003-08-29
21-009-03 AUTOMATIC TRANS DIAGNOSTIC TEARDOWN PROCEDURE 2003-08-29
22-004-03 CHROME WHEEL CARE 2003-09-26
23-023-03 WIND-LIKE SOUND MIRROR FLAG AREA ABOVE 50 MPH 2003-10-17
08-029-03 REPLACEMENT KEYS 2003-10-24
08-036-03 RADIO DISPLAY HARD TO READ IN BRIGHT SUNLIGHT 2003-12-12
21-002-04 FIRST GEAR SYNCHRONIZER ENHANCEMENTS 2004-03-09
23-014-04 WIND SOUND WHILE DRIVING 2004-05-04
23-019-04 RATTLE SOUND FROM LIFTGATE AREA 2004-05-25
08-030-04 KEYLESS ENTRY TRANSMITTERS DO NOT WORK 2004-09-02
23-040-04 REAR SPOILER SERVICE PARTS AND PROCEDURES 2004-10-05
23-047-04 WIND SOUND MIRROR FLAG AREA ABOVE 50 MPH REVISED 2004-11-11
25-001-04 EVAPORATIVE SYSTEMS MAINTENANCE 2004-11-22
04-043-04 HEADLAMP CONDENSATION 2004-12-18
23-025-04 Sweak/creak noise coming from rear spoiler (thanks Xfirejunky!)
23-051-04 LIFTGATE BUMPER FASTENER WILL NOT TIGHTEN 2004-12-06
08-002-05 HEADLAMP CONDENSATION - REVISED 2005-01-13
21-001-05 GEAR GRIND LIKE SOUND WHILE SHIFTING 2005-01-06
21-002-05 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID WEEPAGE 2005-01-14
23-001-05 POPPING SOUND FROM THE SIDE WINDOW AREA 2005-01-08
23-004-05 DOOR GLASS MISALIGNMENT OR CONTACTS THE ROOF 2005-01-28
08-009-05 PNEUMATIC LOCK HOSE REPAIR KIT AVAILABLE 2005-02-05
21-005-05 FIRST GEAR SYNCHRONIZER ENHANCEMENTS - REVISED 2005-02-05
08-015-05 POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION 2005-03-02
23-016-05 CENTER CONSOLE CUP HOLDER/STORAGE BIN EXCHANGE 2005-03-09
23-042-04 DECKLID WILL NOT OPEN 2004-10-18
23-019-05 CONVERTIBLE TOP DIFFICULT TO CLOSE 2005-03-16
23-022-05 LOW GLOSS INTERIOR TRIM - MAINTENANCE 2005-04-02
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All in all, I love my car. No issues with it, at 38k miles, still on the original tires, oil changes were included, so no worries there. Maintenance not as expensive as you'd believe for keeping it in tip top shape. I mean, I don't know why I would have chosed a 350Z or another competitor over this. If I had a wish, it would have been to get it in SRT form, but that's about it.
Anyone else care to chime in on their overall experience and feelings about theirs?
Bought a 05 SRT6 with 174 miles on it.Went looking for a new Mustang and no super deals.Spotted a SRT6 at the local dealer.They were asking 51K but would sell for 38K.I called a friend and he called a friend.Got a call back the next day and he said he found one for 30K,did I want it?How could I pass it up?...I'm 55 and have had a lot of cars,but this is the Best!...Even the luggage they sent was a Cool surprise....I had a ATF leak,but was fixed in about 2 hours.
Fast,corners Great,looks awesome and no matter where you stop,somebody compliments what a sweet car!The Graphite color with the spoke wheels really looks sharp!
Does anybody know of a Crossfire Club? I live in Northern California..
330hp with looks to match.Tough to beat..LOVE THE CAR!
That feeling you get when you hear those compliments and everyone asks about the car are truly priceless though, aren't they?
On the flip, it's got a lot going for it. Consumer Reports ranks it as a Consumer Reports Best Buy, which says a lot. Gas mileage is great (6 speed is 17 cty/26 hwy) and I believe the automatic gets even better by 1-2 mpg. Also, the fact that there aren't a lot of them out there, you get exclusivity. And the looks...what can I say? I just got approached at a Twistee Treat ice cream stand outside Tampa here in Florida (yeah, it was like 80 today) and these 2 older ladies that are driving a Dodge Caliber grabbed me by the arm to ask who makes it? They loved it! I'll tell ya...that never gets old to me.
Mechanically, I've had no issues requiring service visits and I'm now at 40k. Still on the factory run flat tires. Regular service intervals and oil changes are kept up. Washed a minimum of once a week (3-4 times when I'm not traveling for work), so I keep the thing in top shape. I love this damn thing. Once again, I just wish I would have gotten the SRT6, but still, when you hit 62 mph and that spoiler goes up, that's just one more thing to blow people's minds on the road. You can't beat that feeling.
They're the Continentals and yes, they are pricey. I'm looking at around $1600 to replace all 4 later this year.
I also plan to go to the dealer and investigate this a bit more. Any information that I find, I will be more than happy to share of course. I'm just sorry that I don't get home until Friday.
Likes
Awesome styling.
A real head turner. People just smile , gawk , drive fast just to see what the hell just drove past.
This car , is is not for shy people.
Massive power and acceleration. Great brakes
Dislikes
Heart stopping blindspots--> have to be very careful when switching lanes.
Hard tuned suspension rough unforgiving ride quality.
Apart from that I would give this car a 9/10.
For your money this car gives amazing performance , unique styling and looks.They are not that common to see ( less so if they cease production)
Is there any decoding of VIN ?
In the market for a used coupe, limited. Please give your suggestions / advice
thanks
ned
I noticed that one of the local dealers had one for sale...
$42,150 MSRP
$29,995 selling price
Are you getting a similar deal? Seems like a cheap way to get into a new convertible.
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The luggage is good quality but nothing really special. I have a roadster and I hoped it would be "fitted" to the available space in the boot. It wasn't. So aside from the wheel design and the various logos, again, it was nothing special.
as for a crossfire club, i never heard of 1, but i'd like to join if one exists!
My Crossfire is white. I'm not sure what options I have that aren't standard, but it is a 6 speed. They had an automatic also, but mine had the black interior instead of the gray, and I thought that was much prettier.
So far... I think this might be the coolest car ever. lol
It may not be the fastest thing on the road, but it sure is a lot of fun.
It's pretty dirty from sitting on the lot, but when I bring it back in 2 weeks to finalize the paperwork, they're going to detail it.
Awesome deal if you ask me!