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2000 Sebring JXI Security System has mind of it's own ( Works when it want to)

ladyjaa — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 23:56:06 GMT

2000 Sebring JXI Security System has mind of it's own ( Works when it want to)

About 11/2yr ago my remote stopped working properly it would only work sometimes, so I replaced the battery. After replacing the battery it has not worked since. And now all of a sudden when I attempted to enter my car an alarm goes off and will not turn off with the remote or when key is used in the drivers door or the ignition, car would start alarm and light would still flash. Now I have figure out how to turn it off when it decides to come on, sometimes all I have to do is just stick my key in the passenger door lock without turning it or anything and the alarm will turn off and sometimes I have to turn it to deactivate the alarm. It will not turn the alarm off from the drivers door,but if the alarm is not activated and I try to unlock the car from the drivers side it will (most of the time) activate the alarm, and it will not unlock passengers door even when it does not activate the alarm. If I unlock the doors from the passenger side and the alsrm was not on it will not unlock the drivers door.. I reset remote according to the manual and it still does respond although I went through the programing reset, Can anyone tell me what causes this. OH also I had just programed an extra key that works fine. ( I posted this last Oct. but got no response)

The Chrysler Tug of War - GM vs. Nissan

Jeffrey Ross — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 15:39:00 GMT

By now, the bleeding that is going on at Chrysler has attracted many sharks. The two biggest reports currently involve either General Motors or Nissan consuming the privately held automotive company in the near future – near enough that Chrysler has essentially stopped development of a latest and greatest replacement for the aging V-6 engine lineup. With Nissan and GM circling the SUV and truck-heavy brand, exactly which scenario would play out best for all parties involved as well as the local job markets employed by the companies? Ironically, both situations would mark a reunion of sorts for Jeep to past owners, but here’s our take on both situations:

The most prominent story right now is of a GM acquisition. Not only would this be devastating for Chrysler, but it a huge mark in the win column for the General being able to take out a major competitor. A major disadvantage for both GM and Chrysler in this situation would be the high amount of plant closures and job loss, not only in the United States but worldwide. Most likely, the Dodge and Chrysler brands would meet the same fate as Plymouth did in 2001, leaving Jeep somewhere along the lines of a booster to the HUMMER brand. This would mark the first time that HUMMER (or more so, its heritage from AM General) and Jeep have been under the same roof since 1983. Although most of Chrysler’s unit sales would be shed, the remaining additional sales could help GM take a big enough lead ahead of Toyota for top manufacturer in the world.

If Nissan were to acquire Chrysler, this could be looked at more as a merger than an acquisition. This would be the best possible scenario for all parties. Shedding overlapping models is still a definite concern for Chrysler’s three brands, but platform sharing with Nissan could bring Chrysler smaller, fuel-efficient cars, while Nissan would benefit from the truck and SUV platforms as well as the hybrid technology that Chrysler has already invested in. Currently, Nissan’s only hybrid vehicle is the limited production Nissan Altima that uses technology borrowed from rival Toyota. With the advanced technology behind the Chrysler-GM-BMW-Daimler two-mode hybrid system, Nissan could become the leading Japanese manufacturer

Currently, Nissan is the seventh-ranked automotive manufacturer in the world and a merger of this magnitude would dramatically increase Nissan’s annual sales numbers. Although a few models would undoubtedly be shed in this arrangement, Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep would continue to exist and could help put Nissan Motors in the fifth position (according to 2007 sales statistics) worldwide among automakers. If Chrysler were to become a Nissan subsidiary, it would put Jeep back in the same parts bin as Renault for the first time since Chrysler bought the Jeep brand from AMC in 1987.

In the end, we think the best chance for success might be with Nissan-Renault, but in this economic environment, GM may have considerably more pull. And when it comes to a tug-of-war, you always want to have more pull.

Chrysler Let's Refuel America Cards

Todd Jensen — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 17:48:00 GMT

Chrysler Let's Refuel America Cards

Chrysler's Let's Refuel America Incentive Explained

Todd Jensen — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 18:17:00 GMT

When Chrysler announced its "Let's Refuel America!" gas price guarantee, it was met with a mixture of praise and doubt. Those in favor of the program called it the right incentive at the right time. Detractors called it a game of smoke and mirrors to distract car buyers from Chrysler's lower than average fuel economy ratings. What neither talked about were the actual details of the program. There are some terms as conditions the program sets forth, but overall it is quite simple.

To determine the most favorable deal on a new Chrysler, all the car buyer has to do is compare the money saved by the Let's Refuel America program with the money that would be saved by taking the alternative rebates or special financing offers. You can find out what the current rebates and incentives are right here on Autotropolis.

Here is how the Let's Refuel America incentive works:

Purchase or lease a qualifying 2008 or 2009 Chrysler, Dodge, or Jeep vehicle through July 7, 2008. To qualify, you must have a valid MasterCard or Visa credit card.
Select the MasterCard or Visa credit card to use with the program.
Receive a Let's Refuel America card that you will use to purchase fuel. Each year for the next three years, you will receive an allocation of gallons that qualify for the $2.99 per gallon offer.
Fill up. In each of the next three years, when buying fuel with the credit card you specified, you will never be charged more than $2.99 per gallon for qualifying purchases -- regardless of the price at the pump.

Sounds simple, but here are some additional details:

The plan is an alternative to traditional incentives offered by Chrysler, and can be taken in lieu of consumer cash, lease cash, or special interest rates. If you chose the gas price guarantee, you give up the rebates or special financing. However, there is a bonus cash incentive attached to some vehicles covered under this incentive. The bonus cash ranges from $0 to $3,000, depending on model. For instance, the Dodge Caliber has $0 bonus cash, whereas the Dodge Ram has $3,000 bonus cash.
The plan covers only regular 87 octane gasoline, E85, and diesel fuel. If the car you purchase from Chrysler runs on regular 87 octane gas, your discount is not valid toward diesel purchases, and vice versa. Participants can opt to upgrade to a higher grade of gasoline, but will pay an increased per-gallon cost for doing so.
If you use the Let's Refuel America card to purchase fuel that is priced less than $2.99 per gallon, you will not be charged $2.99, however that purchase will count toward your annual allotment.
All SRT models, Sprinter, Viper, Crossfire, Wrangler, Wrangler Unlimited, Ram Chassis Cab, and Challenger models are ineligible to participate in this program.
The total fuel allotment is determined by the model of vehicle purchased. The fuel allotment is calculated by multiplying the average MPG totals by 12,000 miles per year over three years. For instance, a Chrysler Pacifica gets an average of 17 miles per gallon, the total fuel allotment is 36,000 miles divided by 17, which equal 2,118 gallons. The least amount of fuel allotted is 1,500 gallons with the Dodge Caliber and Jeep Compass. The most fuel allotted is 2,400 gallons with the Dodge Ram, Dodge Durango, Jeep Commander, and Chrysler Aspen.

For more information and a complete chart of bonus cash and fuel allotments, visit Chrysler's official Let's Refuel America site.

2000 Sebring JXI Security System has mind of it's own ( Works when it want to)

ladyjaa — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 10:47:32 GMT

2000 Sebring JXI Security System has mind of it's own ( Works when it want to)

About 6mo ago my remote stopped working properly it would only work sometimes, so I replaced the battery. After replacing the battery it has not worked since. And now all of a sudden when I attempted to enter my car an alarm goes off and will not turn off with the remote or when key is used in the drivers door or the ignition, car would start alarm and light would still flash. Now I have figure out how to turn it off when it decides to come on, sometimes all I have to do is just stick my key in the passenger door lock without turning it or anything and the alark will turn off and sometimes I have to turn it to stop the alarm. It will not turn the alarm off from the drivers door, and now also when I unlock the drivers door w/key it will not unlock passengers door. Also when I unlock doors from the passenger side the interior lights come on and when I unlock from the drivers side they do not turn on, nor can I turn them on from the light controller on the steering wheel. This is so embarrassing because when it goes off I have to hurry over to the passenger side and turn it off. I reset my remote and it still does respond although I went through the programing reset, Can anyone tell me what causes this. OH also I had just programed an extra key that works fine.

Jonnie

Fans 1995 chrysler lhs

jay83 — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 03:19:46 GMT

My 10amp fuse for my radiator fan keeps blowing. The 40 amp under the hood for the fans is fine, as soon as i turn the key to acc... Doesn't even have to be started or hot it blows ....anybody help.......

starting problems....

brianspot — Mon, 23 Jul 2007 06:11:07 GMT

when i start my (1997 sebring convertible) Hot or Cold. does not matter. the starter...(i believe) makes a rattleing sound like it is hitting teeth with the flywheel. you know the sound you get when the starter is just not getting the silinoid in fast enough ... well it is a sound like that.. and when the engine has started. the sound goes away.. however when i turn the key off the sound happens again.. like a rattle ..what could that be. i have heard that it may be a cracked flex plate...lower ontrol rod...maybe loose exhaust manifold. i am confused. please help if you can. thanks brian

Chrysler, GM making towing safer

Jeffrey Ross — Fri, 29 Jun 2007 18:29:00 GMT

By: Jeffrey Ross
Autotropolis.com

Anybody who has improperly loaded a U-Haul trailer and experienced the ensuing fright at highway speeds will appreciate the latest technology available on two new SUVs.

Despite the fact that most trailers have the centerline clearly labeled, it can sometimes be hard to judge proper weight distribution. The end result of an improperly loaded trailer is violent swaying which can cause a loss of vehicle control leading to collisions, jackknifing or a rollover.

Chrysler and General Motors are incorporating new technologies into their SUVs helping to reduce the risk of accidents. The new technology uses the anti-lock brake system (ABS) and traction control system to help keep the vehicle on the road and the driver in control.

In late 2006, Chrysler engineers were the first in the industry to incorporate a Trailer Sway Control technology into full-size SUV, the 2007 Chrysler Aspen. In addition to the Trailer Sway technology, the Aspen uses Electronic Stability and Electronic Roll Mitigation to give drivers the highest level of control and should equate to one of the safest SUVs on the market. The Aspen has a Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) up to 14,000 pounds and a maximum trailer weight of 8,950 pounds.

The Aspen’s trailer sway control uses software to compare the vehicle’s movement and momentum to the driver’s intended path. If the Aspen’s yaw sensor detects a sway, not from the driver’s steering input, the system will kick in to apply the brakes on the one front wheel that would counteract the swaying. As the trailer continues to sway, the system will alternately apply the front brakes to lessen the swaying, while also reducing the vehicle’s speed using the rest of the brake system and reducing engine torque.

As Saturn continues to improve its brand image with all-new vehicles, the 2008 Saturn Vue will be added to the lineup this year and will come standard with GM’s StabiliTrak system. While StabiliTrak is a common traction control system across GM’s gamut of cars, the 2008 Vue's system adds a Trailer Sway Control system.

While the 2008 Vue has a towing capacity of less than half of what the Aspen hauls, anyone experiencing the aforementioned U-Haul scenario knows that it really does not matter on the weight being hauled but rather the distribution of weight in the trailer. The V6-powered Saturn Vue models can have a maximum trailer weight of 3,500 pounds, while the four-cylinder models (including the Green Line hybrid) can tow up to 1,500 pounds. GM fully integrated its Trailer Sway Control program into the StabiliTrak system.

The Vue’s system reacts automatically but still relies on some driver input to fully protect against trailer sway. When the StabiliTrak system detects trailer sway, it automatically applies the brakes to help maintain vehicle control. A light on the instrument cluster will also flash to indicate to the driver to reduce the vehicle’s speed. If the system detects continual trailer sway, it will decrease engine torque and slow the vehicle.

Both systems are helping to ensure that the driver maintains complete control of the vehicle and keep the top-heavy SUVs planted firmly on all four tires.

[source: Saturn and Chrysler press releases]

96 Sebring Conv won't start will jump

Felicia — Wed, 06 Jun 2007 17:00:08 GMT

My problem appears to be a short. Car seemed fine but before it quit starting it was making that seat belt ding ding at inappropriate times and that noise, when the doors lock themselves, was also happening. I spent half of my rent for a mechanic to say the trunk light was staying on and that he fixed it ...3 days later and it has quit again. Help, please, I have no idea what to do. Thank you

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2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager

sunshine — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 15:49:16 GMT

When I first start the van the motor cranks over and over before it starts, then there is a stong odor of gas. On an older model vehicle it would be the choke sticking closed. I have had several mechanics say it is the crank sensor, thottle body sensor and numerous other sensors and I don't want to go replaces sensors that are fine. I have no loss of power and I get good gas mileage even with 174,000 miles on it.