Alignment Specs: 2011-2014 Chrysler 200
When aligning any vehicle, look at the tires to reveal any wear and potential angle problems. Make sure the tires match from side to side. Inspect the lower front ball joints, these are prone to wear out. Also, check the condition of the lower control arm bushings.
Chrysler 200: Steering Wheel Vibration Diagnostic Procedure
If steering wheel vibration occurs in a customer’s Chrysler 200, use this tech tip to inspect the issue visually, through a road test, and by verifying wheel and tire balance.
Diagnosing Rough Idle On Chrysler 2003 Town & Country
According to the owner, the 3.8L Town & Country had been driven for quite awhile with an illuminated Check Engine light and a rough idle condition. As the vehicle was driven, the idle condition worsened until the engine wouldn’t idle in gear unless the driver applied the throttle. Of course, the vehicle owner had assumed that the rough idle complaint was caused by only one component failure and would therefore be relatively simple to repair.
2006-2016 Chrysler LX/LD Alignment
If you look at the service information, the factory recommended procedure is to shift the front cradle to correct problems.
Alignment Specs: 2006-2016 Chrysler LX/LD
When something works, you don’t change it. This is the case with the Chrysler LX/LD platform used for the Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300. The suspension was taken from a Mercedes platform when the company was part of Daimler. The alignment of this platform is basically the same from 2006 to 2016.
VDO Power Window Regulator Assemblies Now Available For Use On 2001 – 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Continental Commercial Vehicles & Aftermarket, a leading and trusted aftermarket supplier of OE-engineered aftermarket parts for HVAC and engine cooling, door systems, brake systems, tire pressure monitoring systems, engine management, fuel systems and instrumentation, has just added VDO Power Window Regulator Assemblies specifically designed for the 2001 – 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. VDO Window Regulator
BRAKE JOB: 2010-14: Chrysler Sebring/200 + Dodge Avenger
The brakes on the Chrysler Sebring/200 and Dodge Avenger are relatively problem free. There are very noise or pulsation complaints. There are no recalls or specific TSBs for the brakes. Replacing the brake pads and rotors is straightforward. But, care has to be taken to make sure the calipers are free and the rotors are
PaceSetter Performance Products Offers Direct-Fit Undercar Catalytic Converter For 2004-’06 Chrysler Pacifica 3.5L Engine
PaceSetter Performance Products, designers and manufacturers of quality-made, affordably-priced exhaust systems and components, now offers a direct-fit catalytic converter for the 2004-’06 Chrysler Pacifica with the 3.5L engine. PaceSetter Direct-Fit Catalytic Converters utilize mandrel-bent stainless steel tubing for maximum efficiency and CNC-machined thick steel flanges for a factory-like fit and good seal. This ‘undercar’ catalytic
Brake Job On 2000-2006 Chrysler Sebring
The second-generation Chrysler Sebring brakes are problem free when compared to the previous generation. There are very few reports online about pulsation problems that seemed to plague the previous generation. The 2000-2006 Sebring front brakes can have different caliper designs depending on the engine and model year, and even if it is a convertible. Make sure the parts store has all the information before you order parts.
Tech Tip: Stuck Oil Pressure Relief Valve on 2001-’02 Chrysler 3.3L and 3.8L Engines
There have been reported incidents of stuck oil pressure relief valve assemblies in the chain case cover. With a stuck oil pressure relief valve, the oil pressure is not regulated as it is supposed to be, resulting in possible low oil pressure and engine damage due to oil starvation.