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#26314 of 26363 New 2010 Chrysler styling returns more like 300M ... but it's a hybrid by naatz1 Jan 12, 2009 (7:24 pm)
For those who have not noticed, I spotted this from the Detroit autoshow. As quoted below this 200C is based on the 300C platform so it will be interesting to see if it replaces or complements the current 300. It's an obvious return to the more aero styling of our old 300Ms which I still like way more than the 300C design even after almost 5 years of owning my 04 300M. However Chrysler has to EXIST long enough to make & market a 2010 model, a big gamble as of this writing (I also own a Jeep GC and I'd bet at least that brand will be around longer than Chrysler current course & speed).   http://www.popularmechanics.com/content/imageview.cfm?img=http%3A//media.popular- mechanics.com/images/C200EVSide.jpg&caption=   http://www.popularmechanics.com/blogs/technology_news/4298925.html   "The four-passenger 200C EV is based on a shortened version of the rear-drive, full-size car platform that underpins the Chrysler 300C, Dodge Charger and Dodge Challenger. Chrysler says the 200C EV is powered by a plug-in, range-extended hybrid powertrain, similar in concept to the Chevy Volt. The Chrysler system here is said to develop a total of 268 hp. And the company says the concept can scoot to 60 mph in 7 seconds, travel 40 miles in electric-only mode and cruise for a total of 400 miles, thanks to that gasoline engine acting as a generator. And it can be recharged using a 110-volt or 220-volt outlet." Credit to popularmechanics.com
#26315 of 26363 Re: Rust [02owner] by illini4 Feb 17, 2009 (10:37 am)
Replying to: 02owner (Jan 12, 2009 6:52 pm) I had rust on all 4 doors (2000 model) at the bottom where the outer skin is crimped to the inner panel. I traded it for an 06 300C.
#26316 of 26363 Over 100,000 miles by 02owner Mar 16, 2009 (2:02 pm)
Crossed 100,000 miles on my '02. It is running very well. How long have some of yours lasted? I'd like to keep mine as long as possible.
#26317 of 26363 Over 189,000 miles and going strong by quietflyer Mar 20, 2009 (8:10 pm)
'99 300M - Dark Garnet Red - Slate interior. I have over 189,325 miles on mine. I still get almost 25 MPG average on the interstate at 70 MPH. I drive about 400 miles per week on the interstate to and from work.   I use Mobile 1 synthetic oil and change the oil and filter every 7,500 miles. It will use about a quart of oil during that time. I have not had any trouble with the transmission. I check the fluid level regularly but have not done anything to it. It is the smoothest shifting automatic I have ever had. I am coming up on having to change the timing belt, water pump, coolant, and idler pulleys again, I did it at 100,000 miles and will do it again at 200,000.   On the down side, I did replace the AC compressor and evaporator a few years ago and my dash has the dreaded cracks over the passenger air bag. That has been hidden with a DashMate Suede cover. I hope to replace the dash sometime.   Overall, I am very happy with this car and like the looks of it far better than the beast they came out with in 2005. I like the smooth, streamline look much better than the boxy look the Chrysler's have now.
#26318 of 26363 Check Engine light by jboehm Apr 18, 2009 (12:16 pm)
2004 300M with 84000 miles. Over the past several months the check engine light comes on, then turns itself off after some time (days or weeks). The first time it happened it threw a p0441 error. Changed the fuel cap thinking that might do it but light remained on. When I got to the dealership to have them check it out they said that the computer was not throwing any errors and they just turned the light off. It came on again a few weeks later, same error, but turned itself off about 3 - 4 weeks later. I have had error p0442 once, figured since a leak was finally detected better get it fixed, but light went off again. Light came back on again today with the p0441 error. The only commonality I can see is it seems to always happen when I have 1/2 tank of fuel. Anybody have any thoughts? Replies to this message: cadence (Apr 18, 2009 2:04 pm) duffer65 (Apr 20, 2009 8:17 am) whatsgood (Apr 27, 2009 3:37 am) mrmusic4ads (Apr 27, 2009 5:43 am) n2naskar88 (May 05, 2009 3:44 pm) n2naskar88 (May 06, 2009 4:26 pm) and 2 more...
#26319 of 26363 Re: Check Engine light [jboehm] by cadence Apr 18, 2009 (2:04 pm)
Replying to: jboehm (Apr 18, 2009 12:16 pm) At least your check engine light goes off after a couple of weeks. mine doesnt. my mechanic says its because i fill the tank with the engine running. uh-oh. so i quit doing that and the light came on again. ive been told about the gas cap thing too. that didnt work. i occasionally put PLUS or even PREMIUM in my 300M 2002 and thought maybe that upgraded fuel is too rich for the Oxygen sensor.....so I quit that too. Light is still on and car seems fine. its got 75K miles on it. I guess I'll have to wait until something busts, Replies to this message: duffer65 (Apr 20, 2009 8:17 am)
#26320 of 26363 Re: Check Engine light [cadence] by duffer65 Apr 20, 2009 (8:17 am)
Replying to: cadence (Apr 18, 2009 2:04 pm) Have the same problem with my 2003 300M. It comes on for a few weeks, then goes off, then comes on again. Code said some type of air pump recirculator for gas fumes ~ $400 to fix. Car runs fine, ~ 92k. When the weather is colder, it doesn't stay on too long. Mechanic said a minor problem unless you have an emissions test to pass. Probably fix it at 100,000 k when timing belt and other things need replacement.
#26321 of 26363 iboehm Codes by hayneldan Apr 20, 2009 (2:39 pm)
0441=Evap Purge Flow Monitor =Insufficient or excessive vapor flow detected during evaporative emission system operation.   0442= Evap Leak Monitor Medium Leak Detected = A small leak has been detected in the evaporative system   Could be caused by filling the tank after hose automatacally shuts off, or a leak in the hoses connected to the tank or crack in the plastic evap system canister under the hood. Replies to this message: coolrunning (Apr 22, 2009 4:33 pm) jboehm (Apr 25, 2009 12:35 pm)
#26322 of 26363 Re: iboehm Codes [hayneldan] by coolrunning Apr 22, 2009 (4:33 pm)
Replying to: hayneldan (Apr 20, 2009 2:39 pm) This is the third time I have encountered someone with this problem. I didn't believe it was possible, but those sign at the gas pumps that read 'DO NOT TOP OFF" are there as a result of fires, damage to sensors on cars and a lot of other weird things that have happeened when you overfill your tank. There is a vapor sensor in the overflow tube of most modern gas tank designs that detects volotile organic compounds (VOC's) emissions from your gas tank as the fuel expands until the pressure is high enough for it to vent to atmosphere. If you leave no vapor space in the fuel tank and fill it until it is 100% full of liquid gasoline, when the fuel expands with heat, it squirts liquid through the overflow wetting the vapor sensor. Since the sensor is designed for vapors, not liquid, it apparently triggers a "check engine" light. I wonder if you will continue to have the problem if you don't top off. It is tempting to do it when you find gas really cheap somewhere, but it really doesn't save you much. Replies to this message: jboehm (Apr 25, 2009 12:35 pm)
#26323 of 26363 Re: iboehm Codes [coolrunning] by jboehm Apr 25, 2009 (12:35 pm)
Replying to: coolrunning (Apr 22, 2009 4:33 pm) Don't top off, never have. Once the pump clicks then that is all that goes into the tank.

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