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#959 of 964 Re: A few problems [wetwille] by adamt7071

Feb 14, 2010 (8:19 pm)

Replying to: wetwille (Nov 20, 2008 9:19 pm)
I HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM EXACTLY WITH GEARS OUTLINED AND THE PARK ASSIST! WHAT WAS THE ISSUE?????? PLEASE TELL ME HOW MUCH AND HOW YOU FIXED THIS ISSUE.

#960 of 964 Re: A few problems [adamt7071] by guertin

Feb 15, 2010 (5:51 pm)

Replying to: adamt7071 (Feb 14, 2010 8:19 pm)
Well Adam, as you already know, I had the low power problem at about 12,000 mi and the shift assembly was replaced with a presumably redesigned Mercedes one. All was fine until recently at about 18,000 mi when the same problem occurred including jerkiness. (I turned off the engine and restarted. The problem went away. This suggests an electronic problem.) I took the car to dealer and they updated some software. Seems a bit too easy. I would have suspected a faulty circuit (hardware not software). The problem has not recurred since but that is only a month ago. We shall see.
 
To reiterate, the problem seemed to occur only with a cold engine start. I'm not sure what this means but maybe the update of software will fix the problem. (It would be really dangerous to have a power loss when getting on the freeway!)
 
Well, I hope this helps. Let me know what you learn so that we can all learn.
Jacques

#961 of 964 Erratic Air Conditioning by guertin

Feb 15, 2010 (6:01 pm)

At about 18,000 mi, my A/C started giving me trouble, mostly in the "auto" position. Even when set at "65", it would blow rather warm air in to the car. This was hot enough to force me to turn the system off. Then, the next day it would work fine! Of course, when I took the problem to the dealer, the A/C would not misbehave . . . until I got the car home! (I think it works better in the "manual" mode using the "snow" button but I'm not sure.)
 
I would guess another electronic glitch. Any suggestions?
Jacques

#962 of 964 Re: A few problems [guertin] by adamt7071

Feb 15, 2010 (6:35 pm)

Replying to: guertin (Feb 15, 2010 5:51 pm)
I just want to make sure we are talking about the same problem. I MATCH THE EXACT DESCRIPTION OF THE GUY WITH THE 07 srt8 , even with the park assist problem. How much was it to replace (was urs under warranty), and can you more accurately describe your problem. just so i know we are talking about the same thing.

#963 of 964 Re: A few problems [adamt7071] by guertin

Feb 18, 2010 (1:38 pm)

Replying to: adamt7071 (Feb 15, 2010 6:35 pm)
Yes, it is I with the 2007 SRT8 Jeep. The first time the power loss (with loss of rear camera imaging on reverse) occurred was at 11,800 mi. This was just under the 12,000 mi. warranty so I did not have to pay anything for replacing the shift assembly. Anyway, it did seem to solve the backup camera issue.
 
I'm still not sure that my loss of power issue is resolved. I'm rather convinced that it is an electronic problem. Perhaps the recent software update will have solved it. (I did have to pay about $60 for the update since my warranty had expired.)
 
If you don't hear from me it is because the problem has not returned.
Jacques

#964 of 964 Erratic Air Conditioning 2 by guertin

Apr 17, 2010 (11:25 am)

Last February, I posted that I had an erratic A/C, i.e., at times blowing hot air instead of cold. This occurs in both the auto and manual ("snow" button) modes. Well, after taking to the dealer twice for this, the problem is still there! Of course it always works fine at the dealer. The dealer has no solution for this so far and apparently there is no "fix" bulletin from Jeep.
 
Am I the only one with this problem? I could sure use so suggestions. Please, please help.
 
In spite of this, I just love my SRT8. I understand that a more powerful (>500 HP?) may be made in 2012. I sure hope so as long as there isn't much of a fuel penalty.
Jacques

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