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#1514 of 1833 Re: Issy [shipo] by ericbenwa Nov 18, 2007 (12:49 pm)
Replying to: shipo (Nov 16, 2007 7:04 am) I had the update done too. It helped but the problem is still there. Dealer told me to proceed with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP) as there is nothing else they can do. Papers are signed, just waiting for the hearing.
#1515 of 1833 Re: Issy [gumbeaux] by issy Nov 19, 2007 (5:44 am)
Replying to: gumbeaux (Nov 17, 2007 9:54 pm) I have a 3 yr/36,000 mile bumper to bumper powertrain warranty. Only 2 1/2 weeks later, Chrysler announced a "lifetime" warranty. I went back to the dealers to see if I could get it and they told me "no." Should have waited but who knew..... I am not very happy with this transmission acting up like this, not normal at all. Never owned a vehicle that did this. Replies to this message: shipo (Nov 19, 2007 5:46 am) superwoody (Nov 19, 2007 6:22 am) chdabren (Nov 28, 2007 5:18 pm) chdabren (Nov 28, 2007 4:39 pm) shipo (Nov 28, 2007 6:55 pm) chdabren (Nov 28, 2007 4:02 pm)
#1516 of 1833 Re: Issy [issy] by shipo Nov 19, 2007 (5:46 am)
Replying to: issy (Nov 19, 2007 5:44 am) They lied to you as there was a relatively inexpensive "lifetime" warranty that you could have purchased (although I believe that offer has since expired). Best Regards, Shipo Replies to this message: superwoody (Nov 19, 2007 6:22 am) chdabren (Nov 28, 2007 5:18 pm) chdabren (Nov 28, 2007 4:39 pm) shipo (Nov 28, 2007 6:55 pm)
#1517 of 1833 Re: Issy [shipo] by superwoody Nov 19, 2007 (6:22 am)
Replying to: shipo (Nov 19, 2007 5:46 am) Yep, you should have searched the web a little bit before taking the dealers word for fact. It was readily available from your dealer or you could have upgraded online through several different DC dealers who were selling them. You might still be able to get it but at a higher cost than if you would have purchased before Sept. 30. Does anyone know if the lifetime warranty will cover computer updates? Replies to this message: chdabren (Nov 28, 2007 5:18 pm)
#1518 of 1833 Chrysler Minivan Transmissions by chdabren Nov 27, 2007 (3:16 pm)
I've just spent some time reading some of the posts from 7 years ago about the "fabled Chrysler tranny curse". I'm a Chrysler Master tech of over 20 yrs and I can tell u this. It's late 2007 now and Chrysler has done amazing things with their trannys over the years to make them stronger, more durable and reliable. They've done EXCEPTIONALLY well!!! But...let me bottom line it for you as well. If you own a 2000 or newer Caravan or T&C (Voyager having been discontinued) and you don't take proper care of your transmission (regular and proper flushes) keeping in mind also that the filters don't need to be changed anymore unless you, the consumer, request it, your transmission is not longed for this world or any other. As I saw stated before, you must maintain tranny's properly and THINK about what u're towing with these vehicles. They're NOT designed to tow more than 2,000 lbs. so please don't tow the family boat that weighs 3,500 lbs or a camper. Tow only a maximum of 2,000 lbs., keep up on your tranny flushes (every 30k miles). Don't xpect your vehicle to do something it's not designed to do and then when you've ignored that advise, don't go blaming Chrysler for the tranny blowing out when you've clearly abused it. I wouldn't fix it for free if I was Chrysler, knowing full well you abused it. It's not their fault u overloaded it. You wanna tow something heavy or large? Buy a truck!! Replies to this message: shipo (Nov 27, 2007 5:59 pm) brokenspoke (Nov 27, 2007 6:12 pm) ondaman (Nov 27, 2007 10:17 pm) chdabren (Nov 28, 2007 3:42 pm) brokenspoke (Dec 08, 2007 5:11 pm) tsu670 (Dec 13, 2007 6:57 am) issy (Nov 28, 2007 4:23 am) chdabren (Nov 28, 2007 4:51 pm) krock1 (Nov 29, 2007 9:06 am)
#1519 of 1833 Re: Chrysler Minivan Transmissions [chdabren] by shipo Nov 27, 2007 (5:59 pm)
Replying to: chdabren (Nov 27, 2007 3:16 pm) If you own a 2000 or newer Caravan or T&C (Voyager having been discontinued) and you don't take proper care of your transmission (regular and proper flushes) keeping in mind also that the filters don't need to be changed anymore unless you, the consumer, request it, your transmission is not longed for this world or any other... ...keep up on your tranny flushes (every 30k miles). Don't xpect your vehicle to do something it's not designed to do and then when you've ignored that advise, don't go blaming Chrysler for the tranny blowing out when you've clearly abused it. Interesting advice. Per the manual for our 2003 DGC ES, a manual written by Chrysler that recommends (among other things) the proper care and feeding of our van; the transmission fluid NEVER needs to be changed. I'm quite happy to say that I've adhered to that rigorous maintenance schedule on our 2003 and so far at least, the transmission seems to be quite happy, of course it only has 102,000 miles on it so there's still plenty of time yet for it to go Tango Uniform. Best Regards, Shipo
#1520 of 1833 Re: Chrysler Minivan Transmissions [chdabren] by brokenspoke Nov 27, 2007 (6:12 pm)
Replying to: chdabren (Nov 27, 2007 3:16 pm) Hmmm, what was that all about? who said anything about towing? FYI for all you chrysler techs out there, have you heard about the towing prep pkg you can tow 3600 LB. thats not abuse. Best regaurds Brokenspoke Replies to this message: ondaman (Nov 27, 2007 10:17 pm) chdabren (Nov 28, 2007 3:42 pm) brokenspoke (Dec 08, 2007 5:11 pm) tsu670 (Dec 13, 2007 6:57 am)
#1521 of 1833 Re: Chrysler Minivan Transmissions [brokenspoke] by ondaman Nov 27, 2007 (10:17 pm)
Replying to: brokenspoke (Nov 27, 2007 6:12 pm) Looks like this forum is infiltrated with folks on Chrysler payroll I had thought of buying a 2008 T&C for 4 months, but decided to go for another minivan. I remember being offered a 1k to 2k loyalty rebate from a local dealer but two Chrysler vans that broken down on me and family just left too many bad memories. No towing, no speeding tics, no abuse whatsoever... tranny fluid maintenance every 2 yrs. Driven less than 8k/yr... well-maintained 96 and 98 vans. I also had about a dozen relatives, friends, and co-workers who opted to stay away from this brand even with the very tempting Lifetime Powertrain Warranty.
#1522 of 1833 Re: Chrysler Minivan Transmissions [chdabren] by issy Nov 28, 2007 (4:23 am)
Replying to: chdabren (Nov 27, 2007 3:16 pm) No towing expected with this van. It's a family van and the only thing towed is the family. Taking van for 2nd opinion on the trans today. Let's see what they come up with this time? Hopefully the 3rd time is the charm. You would think since Chrysler/Dodge was the 1st automaker with a mini van they would have fixed everything by now. American made cars are into quantity instead of quality, they should reconsider their priorities. Replies to this message: chdabren (Nov 28, 2007 4:51 pm)
#1523 of 1833 Re: Chrysler Minivan Transmissions [brokenspoke] by chdabren Nov 28, 2007 (3:42 pm)
Replying to: brokenspoke (Nov 27, 2007 6:12 pm) Hmmm......let me reiterate that I would NEVER tow more than a say a yard trailer or anything else weighing 2k lbs or more since I've had these 41TE trannys apart for one reason or another and EVERY time (no exceptions) I've done this, the vehicle has had a Class 2 (up to 5,000 lbs.) hitch on it. It's pretty bad when the reciever on your minivan has a 7 pin connector on it. Whether u use the 7 pin or not makes no difference. A 7 pin connector provides for use of a trailer with electric brakes. These type trailers are WAY TOO HEAVY for a minivan to be towing. Anything with electric brakes is going to weigh in excess of 7,000 lbs.. That is just plain ridiculous to ask a minivan to do. It's sorta like TELLING you that u're gonna bench press 700 lbs . or die trying. I don't care what Chyrsler tells you is ok to tow with a minivan...having seen what some of these trannys are expected to do...my advise is...don't tow anything weighing more than 2,000 lbs.. It's just friendly advise...do with it as u wish. Good luck! Replies to this message: brokenspoke (Dec 08, 2007 5:11 pm) tsu670 (Dec 13, 2007 6:57 am)

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