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I have a loaded Jeep srt8 and I have been having some problems with a dead battery after the truck sits for three or four days. Any ideas?? as the dealer has replaced the battery for me once already but it is still happening?
Thanks,
Bill
SIGH!
I live in Philly Pa. and I've had my SRT8 since Jan. I was looking to add some performance mods. but, didn't know what to get or where to order them from. I'd really appreciate any/all help scaring my friends/family even more. Also has anyone else been told by the dealer that the vibration between 30-40mph is normal? Thanks in advance
Should I ask the dealer about it??
Gee, do I sound anxious?
If this vehicle was ordered with your name on it, your name should show up on all of the tracking info that they have. My dealer was at least able to print from the computer screen to show me that information while I was waiting.
Perhaps I'll look again...and next time I ask about progress (still NOT in!!) I'll ask for the vin too - I'll say that I have to go insurance shopping...
Most of the ones that I have seen out there are pretty loaded. The main exception seems to be the DVD player. When dealers are ordering this type of vehicle for stock, it's pretty certain that they're going to get them loaded.
Good luck.
Just curious if yours works the same way ?
I dont think that info is in the manual, but it should be.
Is it too much to ask for sales people to know every detail about the cars they're selling - especially special ones like this one????
There was even one dealer who tried to tell me that the srt8 was rear-wheel drive only. !!!
(1) If your regular saved seat position is adjusted back within 1.5" of the rear stop the seat won't move with Easy Entry/Exit.
(2) If you move your seat back at any time past this position this feature won't work. But all you need to do to reset it is to touch the preset while in park & it will move to the saved postion again.
(3) If you touch the postioning switch without touching the center programming button first it will turn the Easy Entry/Exit feature off. You can touch the center button again & then the 1, or 2 preset to turn it on again. The display in the center of the speedometer section will say Easy Entry Disabled momentarily if you turn it off.
Setting the "favorite radio station" on entry feature is just as bad. The process of setting these features are not what I consider "intuitive".
Are there any forum rules or anything saying I shouldn't say who it is? I guess this post'll get deleted if so...it's Fox Hills Chrysler Jeep, in Plymouth...I think they're 5 star?
I was pretty busy at work today, but sometime in the next couple of days, if I don't hear anything, I'll send an email to see what the update is...I've been checking about once a week. I'll ask for the VIN at that time, too...
It's okay to provide the name (and location) of a dealership though we frown on providing contact information (phone numbers, names of salespeople, email addresses, etc.).
tidester, host
I'm starting to debate now if I want to cancel the '06 order and just order an '07, but I'm not sure what I'd do for a car until september or so when it would come in...(I've just been kind of winging it now while waiting, helped that I was out of town for a couple of weeks.)
The information on the 07's was very interesting. I had not heard about the back up camera. That would be a nice option to have along with the back up sensors.
All current GC's are mostly wired for the remote start option. I added that as an option when I got the SRT8 and the only downside is that it's a second (small) key fob button on your keychain. The extra 1/2 gallon of gas (21.1 vs 20.5) at best only gets you another 7 miles, but I suppose is better than nothing. I haven't seen the spoiler, so I don't know how that will look.
What I'm most interested in is whether they will hold the price with the addition of these small things or if they raise it, by how much.
The factory installed remote start utilizes a single key fob. The MSRP on the 2006 Grand Cherokee SRT8 was raised $400 a month ago, in part due to the increase in the SRT Track Experience fees (now $500). I would guess they are going to add another few hundred dollars on top of that for the 2007 models.
While I'm still skeptical about the functionality of the spoiler, I does give the flatness of the rear section of the roof a bit more form. And I do appreciate that it is subtle, not the least bit gaudy or tasteless.
Check it out at wkjeeps.com and scroll down to rear spoilers.
Yes, definitely.
1. What’s the general consensus on brake pad dust .seem excessive? I’ve notice a fair dusting that builds up about every 30 miles or so. Makes it necessary to wipe them off fairly often.
2. My wheels appear to have lost their luster. Do these wheels have a clear coat protection or are they bare aluminum?
3. What products should be used to polish these puppies?
4. Would any one recommend a Mothers Power Ball be used for making this task easier?
Could be happier with the shine ..
TUF SRT8
I'm in Canton...any others around this area, maybe we can meet after (if???) I get my srt8! Are you going to MIS in October?
In other news, I did get the vin!! Anyone here that can track it better than my dealer to find out precisely where it is?? I can't believe they can't locate it down to the foot of its current location!!
SRT OPTION GROUP I (AY1) ($3195 MSRP)
Includes:
Air cond ATC w/dual zone control
Bright pedals
Deluxe door trim panels
Heated front seats
Parksense rear back-up system
Power adjustable pedals w/memory
Power sunroof
Power 8-way driver, memory; 4-way pass seats
Radio/driver seat/mirrors memory
Rain sensitive windshield wipers
Side window curtain frt/rr air bags
Sirius satellite radio with 1-year service
Smartbeam headlamps
Supplemental side air bags
UConnect hands-free communication
I am planning on doing one of the MIS Oct dates, but haven't signed up yet. We'll have to meet when you finally get your vehicle, but Canton is out as a meeting place. Too much traffic with the new IKEA store!
The dealer says he has phone calls in to people to find out where it is, but he's not getting anywhere...I'm really getting disappointed! I'm starting to wonder if I should just wait for an '07 at this point...even though I don't have a car right now because I stupidly believed the dealer on his first delivery date and sold my car a couple of days before that...
Hopefully you'll have your vehicle by the time of the Track Experience!
So, I should be signed up by the end of the week, I may be bringing a buddy too, though he'll have to pay of course. We should set up a way to recognize each other!
So, anyone have any first-day-of-ownership tips???
First thing I can think of is to pick it up in the bright daylight - any paint or body defects will be hard to see in the evening (and you still may miss something until you wash it the first time).
You may want to get an extra key now since new programmed fobs/keys are expensive and may only be available at a dealer, especially if you can convince your dealer to give you an extra at a discount.
The most overlooked prep item seems to be the tire pressure; the tires are usually over-inflated for shipping and if they aren't aired down, you may be in for a rough ride home.
Check for anything missing that should be included, like floor mats, tire jack or owner's manuals.
Check the lights and electrical stuff - wipers and power windows.
Then you have to pick your break-in philosophy. Do you treat it gently for the first 1,000 miles to try to insure engine longevity or do you drive it like you stole it to try to insure engine longevity and max performance?
After you pick it up, set up your CarSpace.com page with your Edmunds user name and password and post some pics!
Steve, Host
First day of ownership tips:
1. Go easy. Remember the 250 mile break in period.
There will be plenty more days ahead when you can plant your foot in it.
2. Don't even try to keep the grin off of your face.
3. Enjoy the stares.
The 13 miles on the odo tells me that someone at the dealership probably took it for a ride yesterday, but it'll survive.
Make sure that you tell the dealer to save the Monroni (the window sticker) for you. When you sign up for the SRT Track Experience they will probably ask you to fax a copy of it to them to prove that it was included in the price of your car (apparently some didn't include it). My GC SRT8 was not in their database yet and I took delivery on mine three months ago, so it will be doubtful that yours will be.
You will need to request that they e-mail a registration form to you to fax to them. If you try to sign up on line
and give them your credit card number, you will automatically be charged if your car is not in the database. Call Kathy at the SRT Track Experience office (conveniently located at an ad agency in Farmington Hills). She is very nice and very helpful.
I'll be the guy in the black GC SRT8 at the MIS Track Experience in October. What color is yours?
Have fun.
Just where is the jack located at on a SRT8 GC?