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I once had a Camry, and after picking it up from service I discovered that the service dep't had put the dealership's license plate cover on my car!
I was just at a dealership over the weekend, and they told me that in NYS police are handing out tickets to cars with license plate covers, because it covers up the "Empire State" logo on the plate. That is ridiculous, but you can't fight the governor on that one! The dealership took a loss, because they had just received a large order of license plate covers that they cannot install on their new cars as a result!
Thanks so much for your reply.
I called the service dept. of the dealer where I got my Pacifica, and they don't stock them; told me I'd have to order them (I was a bit surprised that he didn't have even one pair in stock...he didn't even know the part numbers; I had to feed them to him from another dealer's website). They only come in two colors: black and grey, but he said they're paintable. That makes me a little nervous because I'm picturing the paint chipping off over time and the guards looking bad. I'm wondering if it would look okay to just get the black ones to 'blend' in with the tires (my Pacifica is Lt. Almond, and the lower trim looks to be a dark tan/brown color). Then again, it looks like you painted yours to match the lower trim...are you happy with it, and who did the painting?
Anyone else get the guards and leave them the original color?
they are light grey. I had them order both so I could pick the lesser of the two.... talked to an autobody shop and they dont recommend painting as it does chip no matter what they do on a Jeep they did. so I left mine the grey. it looks ok ... but in cloudy days you can tell the difference... there are two types of mudflaps from mopar. I order the more expensive molded flaps
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Its a $25 rebate if you purchase at least $200 worth of Mopar accessories by year's end. All you need are original receipts and the form. I'm already up to $120 and should make the $200 by year's end.
Might be worth asking your dealer about it, if you are/will be getting Mopar stuff.
"MOPAR REBATE RULES: Limit one rebate per household or family. $25 rebate good on minimum $200 Mopar Accessory purchase (not including labor and installation costs)...Requests must be postmarked by 1/15/04."
No mention at all of a 'single' purchase. Mine was mailed to me...I didn't get it directly at the dealership.
we just picked up our Crystal Black AWD and are very happy so far. The vehicle we made our deal on only had the basic single CD and 4 (I think) speaker Infinity sound system. We got a great price (below invoice) and that's just how it worked out.
Long/short of it is that it sounds all right, but I am interested if any one has either looked into or actually upgraded the sound system through Mopar or 3rd party yet.
I don't really care about a multidisk changer so much as bigger/richer sound stage.
Any feedback would be welcome.
Happy Driving to all
Yep you're right on the money, no DVD and basic sound. I looked at Crutchfield, and while they do list some speakers and head units for the Pac, they don't list amps/subs etc. So, it may just be a matter of waiting a few months before there are more aftermarket options.
I know that in my '99 300M, I had the upgraded Infinity sound system and it was a vast improvement over the standard unit. It's just that the vehicle I dealt with the local dealer was std unit only and it was configed just like the wife wanted it aside from the sound system.
Oh well, no big thang ... just wait a while and keep my eyes (and ears) open.
Happy driving to all
Does it really work?Or should I just get the cheap version of hands free?
using the nokia 6310i phone?If it doesn't use the car speakers what does it use?
Still waiting on mopar option to become availible in Canada let alone the factory installed.
thanks for the input
The current one covers about 90% of the US & southern Canada, vs 60% for the one that came with the car.
If you call the number in the Nav manual, with disc in hand, they can tell you if you have the latest version.
Clueless: YOU can buy as the area host on my next trip to Pittsburgh ... I'll buy if you come to the Buffalo area!
Deal on the drinks ROFL
There is a series of numbers at the very right side.
If the last 2 letters are "AF" you have the most recent version, out June '03.
This version covers much more than the previous disc, so if you use the system a lot it's worth getting.
Future annual upgrades will be $150.
For cluelesspa, you will need to purchase about $200 plus dollars worth of antenna, modulator and tuner (haven't seen it yet) to hook onto your $35 set of wires installed at the factory.
also out of curiosity (I knew it wouldnt work but had to try) I put in a movie and NO it wont play on the dash screen. it says warning problems reading NAV DVD ROM ...
I think I will wait until Mid 04 as even though this is not the latest release, it has had everthing I needed in Pittsburgh so far so I will wait until mid next year and get all of the AF release plus a year .... and save the $150 ...
In computer speak, is this a "three spindle" car?
The CD player, the DVD/CD changer, and the DVD for the NAV system??
She said that you put it in once, to load up all the map data, then you can take it out and use the DVD-entertainment system at the same time as using your Navigation system, since the disc is no longer needed after that first time you load the data.
I stand to be corrected, if any of you actual PAC owners have any actual experiences to relay that are different than the way it was explained to me.
It stays there always, not "installed" and then removed.
I picked up my Pacifica yesterday at the dealer. The Sirius system was installed. To my surprise nothing new was added to the dash. The current radio is used for all tuning. I happen to have the Dolby 5.1, tape, cd, etc, but any of the regular Chrysler radios (with or without the DVD, or multi-cd player) can be hooked up. The dealer provides an 'operator manual', the instructions on getting it activated and the receiver number you need when you pay your money to Sirius. I drove home, got to Sirius's web site and activated it on line - took about 10 minutes and I was up and running. Sirius's site is a little confusing, especially when it comes to picking a payment plan or taking advantage of any 'offers', so you may want to call their 800 number to activate. Also if you buy one from Chrysler, don't forget to take MOPAR up on their $25 rebate.
I'm also interested in installing the Sirius system and have read the previous threads. My Pacifica already has the top-of-the-line Infinity/Intermezzo stereo along with the 6 DVD/CD changer installed along with the Sirius prep package ($35). Here are my questions:
1) azpacifica, I believe you said you paid $200 to install the Sirius system at your Chrysler dealer. I read somewhere this costs $299 for the hardware with installation being extra. Did you get a discount on the system hardware? What did you pay for installation?
2) I don't need a new headunit, correct?
3) Where is the Sirius receiver installed? I think I read somewhere it's installed under the driver's seat. Is this correct?
4) Where is the Sirius antenna installed? I also read somewhere that it is installed on the roof, but where on the roof? Are the wires to it hidden? How big is the antenna? Is it conspicuous? This is something that is very important to me. I don't want to put an unsightly antenna somewhere on my vehicle.
5) What info does the headunit display when you are tuned to a Sirius music channel? Channel number? Channel name? Artist? Song name?
6) azpacifica mentioned a $25 Mopar rebate. More info please... How do I get this?
7) Please share any experiences with reception... Any problems? I know I've only had my Pacifica one day, but the FM radio reception seems to be weaker than all my other vehicles. Hoping Sirius will be (much) better. FYI, my locale is suburban Phila and do alot of traveling to central PA.
Thanks in advance for any/all info...
#82208246, Backup Sensor Warning System
MSRP $299.00, Install Time 1.0 Hours
Includes 4 paintable sensors, indicates parking distance with tones and indicator LED's.
Not sure if it uses existing displays, if wiring is already there or not, but If it is truly integrated, then the large price (3X aftermarket kits) might be justified.
1. My invoice says $144 in labor and $175 for the receiver plus $124 for the "Satellite Installation kit"...
2. All of the current headunits are Sirius capable. They just operate different.
3. The Sirius receiver is installed in that small compartment in the back of the rear deck. It is bolted down on one side of it. It is about 6in by 10in.
4. The antenna is a small rubber-looking oblong mound about two/three inches high and four inches long. It is installed about 10 inches in front of the third brake light. If you paid for the "Satellite install kit" (like $35 from the factory) you have the wires needed.
5. It displays the "stream" number, the "stream" name - no artist or song names.
6. $25 rebate is in the "Chrysler" magazine - no date, Volume 2 Issue 1 (which I assume all owners receive). check with your dealer.
7. Reception has been very good -- I used it last week thru-out northern Arizona - mountains, canyons, etc and it was flawless. Of course you do lose the signal whenever there is a fairly long tunnel (200 feet at 75MPH) , heavy tree cover. But it snaps right back. If you're in downtown Philly you might also lose it around tall buildings. It certainly works better than the Pacifica FM - which is very poor around here.
Hope this helps.....
One additional question regarding the antenna... Did they drill a hole under the antenna to mount it? Or does the antenna have a visible "tail" that runs on top of the roof with the wires running into the vehicle via the top of the rear hatch?
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I am sure the displaying video is no issue, but I am only wondering about the remote control and wireless headphone stuff.
Also, I am thinking of installing a subwoofer and amp in the space provided (mine does not have premium audio and hence the sub space is vacant). Anyone thinking about it?