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Replying to: rttlsnake (Oct 07, 2007 6:26 pm) ts
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Replying to: lapasada2 (Jun 11, 2003 4:06 am)  Hello, I am sorry that happened, usually there is miscommunication between the service bay personnel and the mechanic, however, the worker orders have comments attached to them so that each one is clear. Firstly, I would get the original copy of the service order if u don't already have it. Look it over to determine what was written, if u are happy that he/she listened well and wrote in your notes, then it is not your error. Secondly, if you have not already asked for a copy of the work order, try and get the copy. If you have had an oral discussion with them, then you may want to be a little discreet in trying to get a copy. This is to show proof of your request, not their recommendation. Thirdly, verify that $520.00 includes the 30000 mi. service and an itemization of all the services. Battery service and tire rotation is not too costly, especially when they're new. Finally, I would began my deduction from the list of itemization and start with a letter to the service manager to get a credit or refund, if you are not satisfied, work your way to the top, also mention in your letters that you are considering contacting ivestigative news or Micheal Moore (the movie SICKO) to have them put in his new movie. Hopefully all can be helpful. |
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Replying to: ts300m (Nov 15, 2007 4:01 am) As soon as the check engine light comes on, take your car to the nearest auto parts store and ask to borrow a handheld diagnostic unit, get assistance, or purchase one. Auto Zones have been good with this assistance. Once the unit is plugged into the port, the unit will give the diagnostic code, then look the code up in handheld unit's manual or the parts store computer. You maybe able to replace a part yourself if it is not too major. |
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Replying to: rttlsnake (Oct 07, 2007 6:26 pm)
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Replying to: naatz1 (Nov 25, 2007 7:42 pm) I work for a car company and 1 of the guys had a device to pull the code for me it ended up being the cam shaft sensor went to the dealer picked one up installed in about hour been working since $57 and change ts |
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| i have a 99 chrysler 300 m, it seems the only time my power steering is working is when i press the gas.. if i dont hit the gas, the steering is very tight and i have to use two hands and alot of muscle to turn steering wheel, this occurs when im driving or if i am in park what can this be...? | |
| Hi I'm new to this forum and I'm not sure I'm posting in the correct spot, but here it goes. I love my 300M and it's been running great. Yesterday I pulled in the drive way and put it in park. Later when I went to drive it into the garage, the gear shift lever has a lot of play in it and floppy. I was shocked because I had no warning. It hasn't been hard to shift or anything. Has anyone an idea of what this may be or what caused it. Also is it expensive to have fixed? | |
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My son, soon to be 18, is driving a 2001 Taurus-loaded- which had its share of problems when we first got it (very used) but they seem to be ironed out. He could get maybe $4000 if he sells it. The girlfriend's parents have a 2001 300M w/ 45000 miles, and thats all I know about it. They will sell it to him for $10000. Don't know where he thinks he's getting the cash (he has a few thou put away)... but wondering if it's a good buy at any price. We wanted to wait until his first semester of college was done, about a year, and then if he did well, we'd help him to upgrade to a better car. I had a concorde in the 90's w/ a/c problems and I think a leaky head gasket or something that leaked oil on the top (not a lot). Had a Caravan after that for about 6 years, under 50k that also seemed to be losing it's a/c. I got rid of it when the extended warranty was running out. Chrysler had been notorious for a/c and trans problems (with the cars I had). How does the 300M stack up? Will it need new a/c soon (it is 7 years old-low miles or not)?? Son looks for the "cool" factor, so something about this car must be hot.... Thanks
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Replying to: whitall (Mar 05, 2008 8:28 pm) As for price, I looked at our bank black book pricing and retail clean is $10300 and average 8200. That is the price off a dealer lot so personally 10K seems pretty high to me for that old of a vehicle from a private party which normally they could get in the 7-8k range. The good news is he should be able to trust them but bad news is how does he "deal" a lower price with them like you would a guy off the street. And of course you have the "what happens if something goes wrong a month later" factor....I sold my used chevy years ago to my brother and a month later the clutch went out. Luckily my brother knows stuff well enough to fix it himself but I still feel bad about it 20 years later, I had no clue there was anything wrong. For sure despite the trust I'd still have a mechanic check it out and try to feel out negotiating it for less.
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Replying to: naatz1 (Mar 07, 2008 5:01 am) Your car is an '04 which makes it a bit newer to compare for problems. Thanks for the input! |
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