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Chrysler Pacifica: Problems & Solutions
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I am putting the car on a cross country trip and we have a few stops along the way. Is this where I can keep all of the stops in one place or should I just enter each of the stops as a destination, and each day move on to the next one without using the Folders?
Any suggestions are appreciated..... Paul
Thanks,
The Pacifica gives you (as the Dec. Motor Trend says) "top-drawer build quality" and the best safety ratings possible. Safety features add weight, so acceleration suffers a little. But what's more important - beating a BMW from a standing start or the peace of mind that you will survive virtually any accident?
I have checked out all the competition before and after my purchase. Ones that came close to Pacifica in price were either too small or didn't offer enough luxury. Those that came close to matching or exceeded Pacifica's features (like more power) cost $10,000+ more. I have not had one moment of regret with my purchase.
An interesting fact to go along with Motor Trend naming the VW Touareg their 2004 SUV of the Year is that the V6 powered version takes 10.8 seconds to go 0-60 vs the Pacifica's 9.9. It takes VW's V-8 (with premium fuel and lower gas mileage) in a $49,000+ package to beat the Pacifica. The Touareg (and RX-330) has a great interior but no third row seat. The Touareg would be my second choice (if I don't factor in my wife's opinion) but even if I could afford the VW, I would still pick the Pacifica.
it could be the trunk lid itself or the rear seat, but you're going to get a big shining "NTF" on the repair order if you don't do this first and show the guys it's empty before you take 'em for a ride in the shotgun seat.
Turns out that the license plate is only attached on the top, and the banging noise was the bottom-half of the plate as it tapped the rear hatch. Maybe that's the noise you hear.
If it is, the solution could be in sticking on a couple of pieces of felt or rubber on the back of the plate to 'soften' the tap.
- James Armstrong
but one more thing to try.
We tested my audio system and he agreed that there was a light distortion or fuzzy sound at some frequences. Then we tested a different Pacifica with the same audio system and there was the same problem. Another test we did on a Pacifica with the Intermezzo system, there was the sound a little better but there was still a fuzzy distortion. We tried to change the treble and bass to minimize the high pitches. A final test we did on a Grand Cherokee Jeep with the intermezzo System and god was the sound terrible. I mean there was no distortion but the sound overall was terrible.
Anyway our diagnostic was that the tweeter speaker is the problem. The standard system has a 2 x 40 watt power outlet. We believe that the tweeter at the door are too weak to absorbe the sound and power from the system. I am not an Audio proffessional, I might be dead wrong with this. Anyway the dealer told me that all he can do is change the speakers, but I believe that wouldn't change anything. I told him about the jamesarm97 case and I will update him with any news on that. For now I guess I have to live with these speakers.
It was replaced, and I couldn't be happier with the entire system.
Most of my listening is books on CD/tape, some jazz, 50's etc, and have yet to encounter a problem.
It has something to do with a fuel line problem. Sorry I can't give more specifics.
My Pacifica has a fuel ping from about 500 miles since I got it brand new.
The 4 dealer ships I took it too told me its ok , that the chip running the gas lean for emissions. If any one has the same kind of a problem please respond so I would know if I am the only one. And if any one knows anything on that fuel line recall please late me know thank you .
A few weeks later, I developed a water leak, coming in on the driver's side frame between the window and the windshield, leaking from a circular indent on the frame. The dealership re-did the drain for the sun roof. Now I wait for the next rainy day to see if the leak returns.
The next visit to the dealership will be to replace a piece of molding on the top of the vehicle, just over the drivers door - it won't stay down. I can't wait for the 3,000 mile check up. But overall - still enjoying the car.
The recall on the 2004 model year Pacifica includes those vehicles built before mid-April this year
I wish Chrysler could get a solution for this, since I don't want to listen to only the radio or only certain types of music or even worse, turn the stereo off.
I have been getting 16.6-17.6 around town (rural though), used 89 for first 800 miles just put in 87...no pinging that I hear and getting 1 mpg better.
They can hear it, but say there is nothing they can do until Chrysler sends them a software update. Maybe if enough of us complain, they'll come up with a fix.
BTW, I'm switching back to lower octane fuel.
If I had to find a fault with my Pacifica, the only one I can really find is the gas mileage. I was hoping for a lot better than this. I have the FWD version.
I'm currently getting between 16.5 and 17 on 89 octane, but almost all around-town driving. On longer trips (1-2 hour drives) with 65 mph highway driving, that figure goes up to about 18.5. I can honestly say that I'm okay with it, since I'm falling within the stated estimates. Maybe not the top end, but at least not less than what was 'sold' to me.
I haven't mentioned it to the service department because I don't think that ripping out the speakers and tearing apart my car will help at all. I think that there are certain frequencies that just do not gel with the tweeter portion of the speakers...a definite design flaw. Maybe if enough people report it to Chrysler, they will work on it to improve it in future models, and thus be able to replace speakers in existing vehicles with the improved speakers. Otherwise, people will be ripping apart their cars to replace speakers with speakers that still have the same issue.
My car goes in tomorrow for routine stuff, and I will let them know my thoughts on the issue.
You can program the remote to require holding the liftgate button down briefly rarher than a quick press. This solved the same concern for me.
Reading the manual will allow you to program many other features which will enhance your enjoyment of your Pacifica.
Enjoy!
All comments greatly appreciated!
Set it to require holding the button down briefly, and most accidental activations will be eliminated.
B25NUT, in msg 209 you mention that your dealer has ordered the part to fix this.. can you tell me what it is since i am still experiencing this problem intermittently. thanks.
When the car is slowing, the engine is getting only enough fuel to keep it turning. When the power steering load hits, it's not keeping up to fuel the engine and maintain engine speed.
2014 Malibu 2LT, 2015 Cruze 2LT,
I am currently researching the New 2004 Pacifica and really like what I am seeing. I decided to go to Edmunds for the real inside scoop. I have noticed that there are some problems with the Pacifica...ie, gas ping, stereo crackling, low mileage.....but overall it appears that most owners are happy with their purchase.
Please tell me...Is the Pacifica really a great buy? My wife is wanting a Honda Odyssey or a GMC Envoy. I believe they are way over priced. Though I wouldnt mind the Odyssey, I just cant seem to get a really good deal. They both sell for about $32,000.
I was offered a purchase price of $25950.00 Fleet.
I also live in California, considering that prices are a bit higher here than the rest of the Country.
I would like as much input as possible before I make a decision. Thank you everyone.
David
Thanks.
I talked to a friend this morning that I tried to convince three months ago to buy a Pacifica. He purchased a Lincoln LS instead. Now he is going to sell the Lincoln because it is too hard to get in and out of! Superior acceleration doesn't seem to be as important anymore.
Surfanet, you'll love the Pacifica. Take the plung, especially at that price.
I love this car, and would just like to be able to listen to whatever I want, not jsut the radio and classical music cds (so far the only ones I own that do not appear to cause the same crackling,static sound).
If anyone has issues with the speaker quality, please make sure you report them!