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73 messages, Last post on Jul 25, 2009 at 7:53 PM
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Hi I've had my SXT for 2 1/2 wks & love it. BUT when I turn the wheel all the way, like when parking in a tight space, the engine dies! I took it to the dealer/service dept, and they said that Chrysler knows about this problem with the 3.5 ltrs, and that it's a fault in the programming/steering/idling...? ....And that they should be able to "re-program" it when they get the OK/instructions. I'm concerned because I think you only have 30 days to return it if necessary, and am not familiar with the "lemon law". I hope someone else has heard the same story from Dodge. I'm worried they're b.s.-ing me!
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Replying to: magnumoiselle (Feb 08, 2005 12:36 pm) As for lemon law, that only applies after the dealer has had an opportunity to attempt at least three repairs. Your dealership has informed you that it is a known issue and are awaiting the proper repair info from DC, thus they have not actually attempted the first repair yet. If you really feel unsafe in the vehicle, your only recourse is to trade it, but that will cost you major money with the initial depreciation hit. I'd suggest having your service department keep you informed as to when the reprogramming is available and to come in as soon as possible to have the computer adjusted. kcram Host - Wagons
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Replying to: kcram (Feb 08, 2005 6:15 pm) (I looked into the recalls & there is only one for gauge calibration.) Thanks a lot. M
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Replying to: magnumoiselle (Feb 08, 2005 7:02 pm)  It is frustrating to have an issue like this in a new car, but since the Magnum is an all-new design, these gremlins do crop up when real-world experiences create situations that don't show up during testing. (Or I'm just reeeeeeeally patient LOL) kcram Host - Wagons |
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Well the dealer says its rings and instead of a swap on cars or a new engine (because they say they don't have any) they are going to rebuild mine. only 1,800 miles on car and they are going to rebuild the engine! Chrysler is the power behind it.
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Replying to: altaholicone (Apr 20, 2005 6:31 am) Best Regards, Shipo
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Replying to: shipo (Apr 20, 2005 6:37 am)
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Replying to: altaholicone (Apr 20, 2005 5:02 pm) Best Regards, Shipo |
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I have a new Magnum (70 miles on it). While driving 20 mph under idle power, my car rapidly accelerated. I stepped on the brake and came to a stop, but the engine reved to 3000 rpm. I slowly eased off the brake but the car would have taken off. I re-applied the brake and came to a stop, but the car still wnated to take off as the engine was at 300 rpm. What do you do in this situation. Since I was at a stop, I shifted to neutral, the engine almost red-lined, I quickly shifted into park and turned off the engine. I checked that the floor mat was not up against the accelerator. It was not. I re-started and drove 30 miles home with no problem. I hope this doesn't happen again. FYI: I am 40 yrs old- male , I drove 2 Corvette for 15 yeers and no way I was pressing on the accelerator. My foot was on the brake only as the engine continued toaccelerate. I slways thought most uncontrolled rapid accelarations were people getting the brake and accelerator pedals mixed up. Now I am not sure.
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