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emwil - Manufacturers usually define powertrain as the engine and transmission. This does not include accesories such as the alternator, power steering, etc. and often excludes the CV joints. Warranties can be funny though. I recently had the PCM (computer) go out on one of my cars at 70k miles and it was covered on the extended emissions warranty. Apparently if the PCM goes the emissions system won't work (or anything else for that matter) so it has to be covered on this special warranty that is mostly meant to cover catalytic converters.
1991-1995 Minivans
1996-2000 Minivans
And presumably the 2001-2005 Minivans
So three probably won't be a new Chrysler minivan till September of 2005.
Although, they probably will get minor cosmetic and interior ubdates for the 2004 model year just so they stay fresh.
http://www.car-truck.com/chryed/buzz/b041702.htm
After rotating the tires, I noticed a wobble in my front end again!! Tire store found that one of my aluminum wheels is actually out of round. When rotated the tires, the wobble was eliminated.
Go to a good tire/alignment store, and they should be able to help you find your source of wobble. I need to spend $175.00 to have the wheel repaired.
Also has anybody experienced exhaust drone at 50mph ?
I test drove another Plymouth Voyager'99 and it had the same problems too.
Is this something common with all Chrysler products ????
BTW, the dealer replaced the rear shocks but still no improvement and says that this might be the way these vehicles ride !!!!
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Here's the full story:
http://www.car-truck.com/chryed/buzz/b092402.htm
Now the front end clunking sounds like the front sway bar links, or tie rods. This I would get checked. It could be minor but don't fool with suspension problems.
I hope this helps you out.
Should I replace O2S then The PCV (both OE) and will that erase the code if that is the problem.
Any suggestions would help.
Tom
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a rebuilt factory unit.
Floor mats - does the third row get a mat or just the front and middle rows? We are missing a thrid row mat and the dealer is saying the 2003's didn't come with the third row mat. BS I say - but then again I would not be surprised...
Also, the fact that they only put one lighted led in the driver's window switch is cheap. I wonder if anyone is brave enough to pry the switchplate off to modify the remaining 3 switches. Can it be done without damaging the interior door?
I purchased the "rear" floor mat for $18.00 at the parts department. Of course I gave the dealer and DC an earful, but of course, it's just a waste of time.
ElCheapos:
Missing 3rd row seat mat
Only one of 4 drivers-side switches illuminated with very weak LED
Overhead console computer missing the real-time gas mileage reading
DCX should have left out the beep signal on the rear hatch open/close and saved money that way -
By the way - our roof rack howls even though it is in the factory default position. Must think its Halloween or something - sheez.
Suddenly one day after an hour long drive and a short stop, the check engine light came on and it was hard to start. I tried the normal gas cap check and new tank of gas, and things got worse. After longer than normal cranking, it would finally start but then this sequence of events occurred:
1) engine started
2) headlights came on (by themselves)
3) dash goes dead (zero guages, no odometer/gear selector)
4) 20-30 seconds of running, headlights go off and
dash comes back on
It's been at the dealer for a week, and they have been replacing control modules, and now a wiring harness. They say now the problem is intermittant but can show up as remote keyless entry not working and/or radio and power windows not working. The "good" news is the check engine light problem is gone....cruel joke.
I'm at a total loss to explain this electrical meltdown, and apparantly so is the dealer. They seem to be grasping at straws, replacing things with no real idea if it will help. At least they are trying to do something.
Anyone else had similar problems, and if so, did they ever get resolved?
--bert
Manual is as weak as they come (whaddy expect from Chrysler).
Other gripes: passenger seat has no lumbar, passenger seat is 4-way can't be lowered while driver's side is 8-way (this is absolutely ridiculous and mindless).
Anyway, I need it for utilitarian reasons, nothing else (thank goodness I have other vehicles to drive most days).
Any help with this tire thing appreciated. Sales clowns were useless.
Thanks.
- Windshield wiper deicer gone
- 8-way power passenger seat gone
- Illuminated switches gone
- Standard 3rd row mat gone (come on now)
- Standard full size tire gone (part of tow group)
- Standard load leveling suspension gone (part of tow group)
- Trip computer functions more limited
- Covered front CD storage console gone
- Umbrella holder gone (trivial I guess)
- Gold Chrysler center cap on wheels gone
While none of the above are NEEDED I suppose, the fact was some of the above features have been on the T&C since 1996, and to all of a sudden get rid of them, it irks me. I love my van, but with the direction Chrysler is going to save costs due to poor sales, I'm glad we're getting out now.
Our Acura MDX Touring Navigation should be in February. Let's hope the Acura can be a little more reliable than our past Chryslers in the minor annoyances department. On the downside, I now know how the Honda Odyssey people feel by having to wait 4 months for a car. Granted the Odyssey mania has died down a little, but the Honda Acura MDX mania sure hasn't....1 month wait down, 4 to go.
One last thing, I'm going to definitely miss the power trunk and tri-zone from the van, but the Acura will have automatic wipers, a rear backup camera, and of course voice activated navigation, so you win some you lose some.
I know, I know, this is the Chrysler board and I'm talking about a Honda product, but I'm just excited that after 15 years of Chrysler minivans, we're going to actually be driving a different brand vehicle, so I'm a we bit excited :-)
But don't expect not to ever chime in again every now and again, because I don't see myself ever not keeping on top of Chrysler's latest moves in the minivan arena, whether I own one or not.
Flash-forward to the van at 19,000 miles and what do you know? They needed to be replaced again. Since brakes aren't warranted parts, I had my local NON-Chrysler mechanic put in NON-Chrysler rotors.
He explained to me warped rotors are common among Chryslers, for there rotors are made of cheap plastic and under heat, they easily warp
Now with my '01 Limited at 12,000 miles, same thing. Did I even think about going to the dealer this time? Nope, I went right back to the mechanic to get some good NON-Mopar rotors. Jeeps are especially bad, too.
Do yourself a favor, and skip out on the Mopar crap, and get yourself some good aftermarket rotors. My brakes have been fine in both vans ever since!
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PLASTIC ??? no Chrysler rotor has ever been made of plastic.
Dont kid yourself its not only Chrysler that has a problem with its front brakes, look at any front drive vehicle and I bet they also tend to go through front brakes faster than a RWD vehicle. All the weight is placed on the front brakes , and with a minvan being as heavy as they are look out. I do agree with you that an aftermarket brake is the best way to go after your factory brakes are shot. DC uses very hard brake pads with lots of metal in them , this causes the pads to last longer but wears the rotors out in half the time. Next brake job ask or a softer pad with less metal , it may wear a little faster but it wont destroy the rotors .
It is amazing that the cost of cars goes up to new heights and they don't look at reducing their labor rates instead of cost cutting things that will tick off the end user.
Chrysler - are you listening?