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742 messages, Last post on Nov 20, 2009 at 5:32 AM
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Replying to: quattrob4u (Jan 05, 2009 5:34 am) Keep in mind, 5 below, 10 below, 15 below temps are insane. They don't make cars to run on the moon. Our Saab does similar goofy things, though, it usually sits in our heated garage, so we don't notice. Fluid is fluid...when it gets cold, it thickens-up. Also, that car may be doing this on purpose as a safety mechanism to protect the transmission to keep the speed up...not sure there. But, 60 minutes of highway driving does seem WAY to long.
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Replying to: waterdr (Jan 11, 2009 6:44 am) |
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I bought my 07 Pacifica in April 08 with 19k miles on it. It's 4.0L, AWD and I am also experiencing all the shudder issues as many of you, the famous clunking in the front passenger suspension and drivetrain vibration when sitting in park or at a stop light while brake is applied and car in gear. I can actually feel the seat vibrate. I have kept all my work orders from the dealer as I take it in. The last time I was in I asked them specifically to check the TC and they blew me off. They couldn't duplicate any of the issues, I took a ride with two techs at different times,one said he could feel the shudder and there is something wrong, the second said he couldn't feel anything that it's just like every other Pacifica out there. Here is the log 1st visit - Front end alignment to fix crooked steering wheel. 2nd visit - Replaced left outer tie rod end to fix clunk in front end. Replaced both front and rear engine mounts for the shudder\vibration issue 3rd visit - Replaced inner tie rod and set toe to attempt 2nd fix at the clunking Reset the alignment to fix it from the 1st visit 4th visit - Replaced rear motor mount (mount seperated from rubber) Replaced strut and mount and aligned the front end for clunking 3rd time! Flashed TCM per TSB for shudder 5th visit - Could not duplicate shudder\vibration, clunking or a rattle when the car starts after it has sat for a few days. The car is currently at 35,800 miles and I am about ready to just go park it at the dealer and tell them I don't want it back until it's fixed. I am tired of it and all the hassle of taking the car in not to mention the warranty is almost up. I have no clue if the TC was ever replaced and when I mentioned it they also told me my car was manufactured after the TC issues. I am at a loss here, can I demand them to replace the TC? From reading on here that is the issue.. The shudder happens between 1500-2000 rpms and it doesn't matter what gear I am in. If the rpms are above 2k there isn't any shudder. Any information or advice is greatly appreciated !
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Replying to: Biggd1999 (Jan 12, 2009 7:41 pm) It makes no difference if you bought you PAC new or not, you can ask the service dept. for the build date and the in service date. My PAC was made on Dec. 12, 06. And it was near the end of those with TC issues. You can request the service record for this PAC, that will tell you if the TC has been replaced as well as other issues.. If you did not buy a Chrysler Service Contract you should id you intend to keep the PAC. Too bad you did not get the Lifetime Power Train Warranty. the rpm's are exactlly what is the same as everyone elses rpm shudders. Mine only does it in 6th gear. My TC was replaced already but the dealer is thinking the TC needs to be replaced again. I agree, we need to just get the shudder to happen when the test drive happens. I hope this helps. Let me know if there is something else. farout
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Replying to: farout (Jan 16, 2009 10:47 am)
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Replying to: faschulz (Jan 17, 2009 7:09 am) My Transmission is bad, vehicle doesnt start all the time. They think my computer is going out ( according to another shop) no warning lights etc.. Its a piece of junk. Cant get help anywhere with it. I cant even trade it in, the other dealerships tried to drive it and they wouldnt even give me 10,000 for it. they offered me 9800.00 .. I was shocked!! when it was new paid well over 32,000 for it. talk about a decline in value. I just dont know what to do. any advice would be great. 
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I looked at the NADA & KBB yesterday. The PAC AWD Touring fro the 2007 is as followes. NADA clean trade in $ 14, 475. Clean Retail $ 17,025 KBB Clean trade in $ 13,000 nas clean retail $ 17,615. I deffinately think this is horrid! But, the auto industry has tanked even for used vehicles. For me I am in over my head in upside down equity, and how! However remember that you can buy a new 2008 PAC AWD Touring for less than half the sticker right now. New Chevy thucks, Dodge and Ford are at the auto auction not even selling afor half sticker price. No matter what vehicle the market is as low as we will ever see.....I hope By what I have read and heard this auto industries is far from being over, 2009 is expected to be just as bad or maybe even deeper problems. I think we will see the time that you will order the vehicle of your choosing and get it in 60 days. Much like in the late 1040's and early fifties.. The best solution is to ride this out. That is unless you are planing bankrupcy, or willing to keep paying for a dead horse I don't see any other options. The LifeTime Limited Powertrain Warranty is a major reason to keeping my PAC and we really like the vehicle. farout |
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Replying to: farout (Jan 16, 2009 10:47 am) I think I will call the dealership prior to my arrival tomorrow and speak directly with the service manager with all my paperwork prior to taking it into the service dept for check in. I will update as to what happens tomorrow.
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Replying to: Biggd1999 (Jan 18, 2009 1:42 pm)
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