Tech Feature: Brake Job on Chrysler Sebring
The Sebring was replaced with a new model based on the JS platform for the 2007 model year. There are several brake packages available featuring either a disc/drum combination or a disc/disc combination. All models are equipped with five possible brake system options.
Tech Feature: Solving the Riddle of the V10 Chrysler Cylinder Head
Although there aren’t nearly as many of the Chrysler V10 engines out in the marketplace as the Ford Triton V10s, there are enough of them that you have probably seen them show up in your building at some point. Since the engine’s life span was only 10 years and ended in 2003 they have now become “orphans” so to speak. Once that happens, you know for certain that someone is going to have to remanufacture this engine and its components.
TPMS Update: Chrysler Tire Pressure Monitor Systems
Chrysler uses a Schrader Electronics or VDO systems on just about every late-model vehicle. Chrysler never used a band sensor in any of its platforms. On some 2004 and 2005 models, Chrysler may have used two different TPMS systems on a vehicle platform depending on if the vehicle was equipped with AWD or if the system was optional or standard.
Tech Tip: Chrysler 2.0L and 2.4L: Updated Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) Head Gasket Installation Procedures
The MLS gasket was released for production, as a running change, in the 1999 model year for all models except FJ. The new gasket provides superior sealing characteristics, but will require extra care in their installation where a composite gasket was previously in place.
The 1934 Chrysler Airflow was First North American Aerodynamic Production Automobile
Kevin Williamson’s father first purchased a used Chrysler Airflow in 1939 and ever since then Airflows have been a part of their family. The entire family attended the first national meet of the Airflow Club of America in Detroit in 1964.
Mopar to Team Up with Custom-Car Designer Rich Evans at Fifth Annual Chrysler Spring Festival
Mopar is joining forces on two projects with renowned custom-car builder Rich Evans at the fifth annual Chrysler Spring Festival in Irvine, CA. Owner of Huntington Beach Bodyworks and Rich Evans Designs, Evans is a master automotive fabricator, welder and painter.
Chrysler Recall: 24,177 Rams, Sebrings, Avengers, Nitros, Commanders, Grand Cherokees and Liberties recalled for brake booster input rod retaining clip
Chrysler will recall 24,177 vehicles due to a potential problem with the retaining clip that holds brake booster input rod in place. The clip from A WT Metal Specialties was improperly manufactured and could not provide enough tension to keep the rod in place.
Tech Tip: Loss of Power Assist to the Chrysler Minivan
During high humidity climate conditions, some Chrysler, Dodge or Plymouth vehicles may experience a momentary loss of power assist for the steering when turning corners with the A/C or defroster on or recently on. This Tech Tip describes two repair procedures depending on the diagnosis.
Tech Tip: Multiple Cylinder Misfire or Rough Idle on Chrysler Models
This bulletin involves rotating all engine exhaust valves, replacing the valve spring retainer locks with a new design to increase valve rotation at lower rpm, inspecting/replacing the MAP sensor (as necessary), and decarbonizing the combustion
Fix is a Snap for Noisy Chrysler Vehicles
A strange noise while the vehicle is in park and the engine is running may cause concern to owners of some Chrysler vehicles.