Chrysler 300M Starting/Stalling problems

71 messages, Last post on Nov 30, 2009 at 3:16 PM

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This topic covers any issues related to hard starting, no starts, stalling and erratic idling problems.

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#10 of 71 300M RANDOM STALLING by sb_clark Mar 06, 2007 (1:17 pm)
My 2004 300M has stalled twice in the last few months while my wife was driving it. She stated that when it stalls, the steering wheel locks up and the vehicle will not start until it's back in park. This has only happened twice, but to me, once is one time too many. If anyone has any info on this issue, please advise on what it may be and how to fix it. Replies to this message: robinr1 (Oct 18, 2007 9:36 am) rogjack6112 (Oct 18, 2007 11:25 am) rogjack6112 (Oct 18, 2007 11:28 am) and 1 more... dwhite9610 (Dec 21, 2007 8:59 am)
#11 of 71 how do you remove the analog clock from my 300m by 2000_300m Mar 07, 2007 (6:42 pm)
i'm trying to remove the analog clock from my 2000 300m and was wondering if any one knows how to do this with out causing damage to my dash board. Replies to this message: drummatrucker (Mar 16, 2007 10:04 am) 2000_300m (Mar 16, 2007 6:45 pm)
#12 of 71 Re: how do you remove the analog clock from my 300m [2000_300m] by drummatrucker Mar 16, 2007 (10:04 am)
Replying to: 2000_300m (Mar 07, 2007 6:42 pm) Hi. Its real easy just be careful. the whole vent cover pops off. there are clips at about 10 oclock, 2 oclock and 5 and 7 oclock I just removed mine monday 3/12/07. I actually used the round end of a bottle opener (church key) to pry it off and had no problem. The clock unplugs and also pops out.GOOD LUCK if you want to replace the bulb . its easy to take out. theres a little phillips type screw in the back of the clock a little twist and its out. I say good luck because my dealer cant seem to figure out the part number for the bulb. My light has been out for over a year and I finally took the chance (succesfully) to remove the vent cover. the bulb supposedley cost under 2 bucks. to replace the whole clock is $150.00 (Crazy huh)If you are trying to replace your bulb and you can find one I would appreciate if you would write me back with the info : drummatruckeraol.com Good Luck And thanks in advance Replies to this message: 2000_300m (Mar 16, 2007 6:45 pm)
#13 of 71 Re: how do you remove the analog clock from my 300m [drummatrucker] by 2000_300m Mar 16, 2007 (6:45 pm)
Replying to: drummatrucker (Mar 16, 2007 10:04 am) Thank you i tryed to remove the vent and was shocked how easy it was. I will try and find the part number on the bulb and get back to you thank you.
#14 of 71 stalling of 300M by dgrams1 Apr 12, 2007 (10:06 am)
My '99 300M died on the freeway in '06, dealer couldn't find a problem, no computer code. A mechanic friend said no code from a fuel pump OR fuel pump relay (under hood).. $10 replacement for the relay has seemed to fix it. Now one year later, transmission went into "limp-home" mode.. checking it out now at the dealership, not expecting much from them. Replies to this message: bisbee2 (Apr 12, 2007 11:27 pm)
#15 of 71 Analog Clock replacement needed by bisbee2 Apr 12, 2007 (11:09 pm)
Does anyone know where I might purchase a replacement for the 300M's ('99) analog clock? Mine died and the local dealership wants $165 . . . for a plastic analog clock!! Surely there must be a less expensive retailer out there. Replies to this message: rmanz (Jul 14, 2007 7:46 am) 2000_300m (Jul 14, 2007 6:33 pm)
#16 of 71 Re: stalling of 300M [dgrams1] by bisbee2 Apr 12, 2007 (11:27 pm)
Replying to: dgrams1 (Apr 12, 2007 10:06 am) My car ('99 300M) went into limp mode as well a few years back and was stuck in 1st gear. The dealership replaced some tye of transmission control module. I've read of others having the same problem.
#17 of 71 trans limp home mode by dgrams1 Apr 13, 2007 (1:51 am)
got a call from dealership, 2 modules + 1.5 hours = $192 to fix transmission! Nothing wrong with trans only the modules to keep the computer happy. Isn't technology wonderful? NOT!
#18 of 71 Starting problem as well by unaverageman Jun 18, 2007 (8:02 pm)
I have a 2000 300M that has had a starting problem sporadically as well. It does the same blinking lights resets the seat memory but not the radio stations and ejects the cds. I ran a diagnostic on the car and the only code I am getting is error P1796 Autostick Input Circuit. I went through every diagnostic test I could and it doesn't even show a missfire (I tested via computer everything from the lights to body sensors. I am wondering if any one else can find any information on this code as all I am getting is generic sensor error or possible manual overheat. Anyone have any ideas or in formation?
#19 of 71 stalls when starting by iherbivore Jun 29, 2007 (10:26 am)
My 300m recently began dying right after I start it. When I start it the engine will briefly flair to a little over 1000 rpm like it normally does, but when it settles down to the normal rpm, it goes too low and dies. Once I manage to ease the rpms down to the normal level it will be fine and will not die the rest of the time I drive it, although it the rpms will bounce up and down if I am moving at parking lot speeds and let my foot off the gas. This does not seem to happen on the first morning start of the day. This started happening after one of the following two events(I am not sure which one caused it) 1) I disconnected the battery for a bit 2) I left the engine idling for about 40 minutes. The next time I started my car it behaved as described above. I have not cleaned my TB yet, but I feel it is not real likely to be a problem since this issue started so abruptly. Does this sound like a crank or cam sensor or anything? Thank you Replies to this message: iherbivore (Jul 02, 2007 4:09 am)