Chrysler Cirrus

does the third brake light work? if not probably brake light switch but check the fuse first. if yes, there are thes really cheezey circuit boards in the tail light housings that go bad all the time. they look like plastic strips.

assuming it's a 2.5 I can tell you it's quite a chore to replace the back valve cover gasket. But, if you're patient and handy with basic tools, it can be done. First, if you don't already have it off, you need a Haynes manual or it's equivilant, which you can get at most auto parts stores or online or at your local public library. The hardest part of the job is the upper intake plenum which is right above the valve cover. Follow all the instructions in the book except the disabling of the fuel pressure. You don't have too do that step if you're only removing the upper intake. If you have a camera my advice is to take a few pictures from different angles to refer to if you need them. At least make a diagram of where everything goes back. When you get the plenum off you'll find the lower valve cover bolts are very difficult to access due to the power steering fluid supply lines so plan on trying to carefully shift them a little and use a quarter inch drive rachet cause there's not much room. Also there are two bolts in the passenger side end of cover which go in thru the top of the timing belt cover which may require the use of an end wrench to get out. You will find the old gasket, if it's like mine, cirrus with 165K, baked to a crystal-like and rock-hard substance in the groove around the cover. I tried all the suggestions I got from forums and friends about gasket removers and heat guns but had no luck with them. I finally resorted to taking one of my old straight screwdrivers and grinding it down to a size that would fit the groove without deforming it and sharpened it to a chisel edge and tapping it with a small hammer. Care must be taken to NOT deform the metal or bend the sides of the groove. Make a small hole in the gasket and then get the chisel under the material and, working slowly, remove ALL of the old material. You can try some laquer thinner to soak whatever you can't get out then take a smaller screwdriver or icepick to get in the corners. When installing the new gasket I suggest a non-hardening sealant to help insure it stays in the groove while you're reinstalling the cover. Make certain the gasket is all the way down in groove and seated firmly. This is the best time to update your plugs and wires as well. Clean every thing while you're there. And check all your wiring and hoses. It isn't an easy job but will save you much moola. Git er done. good luck.

Honestly about 150,000 miles. After that the transmission will start to stick. common problem.

A starter is located in the area where the engine and transmission are bolted together. This area is known as the transmission bellhousing area. Starters are mounted in different locations around the bellhousing. Some may be mounted near the top, so that they are accessed from under the hood, as in the case of a Ford Contour V6, but most are mounted toward the bottom, so that they are accessed from under the car. The starter is usually a cylindrical metal object possibly 6 inches (15 cm) long or so, and will be usually about 3 or 4 inches (7 to 10 cms) in diameter. It may or may not have another cylindrical object attached to it called a solenoid or relay, which will be smaller in length and diameter. There will be at least one heavy battery cable attached to the starter. There may or may not also be another small wire attached, usually to the solenoid, and there also may or may not be be a large diameter ground wire attached to one of the starter mounting bolts. The starter will also have 2 or 3 mounting bolts. Caution! If you are planning to try to replace the starter yourself, disconnect the vehicle's battery! The battery cable I mentioned earlier usually has power all the while that the battery is connected, and everything else around is a ground. So when you take the battery cable off of the starter, if you accidentally touch the loose battery cable to anything in the neighborhood, you will end up doing some unintentional welding. So disconnect the battery before starting the job.

Thermostat is located on the transmission end of the intake manifold (left hand side) It is held with 3 bolts that are not easy to get to.(along with the thermostat itself) You will need to remove the black plastic tubing that runs from the air filter to the throttle body. Good luck!

some vocational schools might offer it. or a nice shop owner might find it in his/her heart to teach at their shop. most people learn from their parents or on their own.

That happens when the computer detects a malfunction and sets a code. You need to have the transmission computer checked with a scan tool to know possible causes.

The horn switch is a contact between the airbag and the steering column. The switch is held or open up by 4 rubber "springs" or grommets. After time these grommets deteriorate and fail, causing the airbag side of the switch to contact the column side of the switch. This causes the horn to blow at any time the circuit is closed or "made". You can remove the airbag and disconnect the switch by pulling the slide terminal off of the connector, and taping the loose end of the wire. Or replace the 4 grommets that hold the airbag side of the switch up. Extreme care must must taken when removing the air bag assembly!

It is under the housing where the lower radiator hose hooks to the engine.

It is under the housing where the lower radiator hose hooks to the engine.

The battery in the 99 Cirrus is located under the front driver side wheel well. There is a panel towards the front of the wheel that has a couple of screws on it. You take those screws out and remove the plastic panel and you will see the battery located behind it. It is kind of in a tough place to reach but not too difficult to replace if you need to. The battery in the 99 Cirrus is located under the front driver side wheel well. There is a panel towards the front of the wheel that has a couple of screws on it. You take those screws out and remove the plastic panel and you will see the battery located behind it. It is kind of in a tough place to reach but not too difficult to replace if you need to.

No, Chrysler does not use inertia or reset switches.

in the steering column behind the multifunction switch that works the turn signals wipers etc...

To replace the ignition wires on a 1998 Chrysler Cirrus, first, ensure the engine is cool and disconnect the negative battery terminal. Remove the old ignition wires by gently pulling them off the spark plugs and ignition coil, noting their order for reinstallation. Install the new ignition wires by connecting them firmly to each spark plug and the ignition coil, ensuring they are in the correct order. Finally, reconnect the negative battery terminal and start the engine to check for proper operation.

To change the starter on a 1999 Chrysler Cirrus, first disconnect the battery to ensure safety. The starter is located on the lower right side of the engine, near the transmission. Remove the bolts securing the starter, disconnect the electrical connections, and then replace it with the new unit. Reassemble by reversing the steps and reconnect the battery.

To check the motor oil in a Chrysler Cirrus LX, first ensure the engine is off and has cooled down. Open the hood and locate the dipstick, which is typically marked with a bright handle. Pull the dipstick out, wipe it clean with a cloth, reinsert it fully, and then remove it again to check the oil level. The oil should be between the "MIN" and "MAX" marks on the dipstick; if it's low, add the appropriate type of oil as specified in the owner’s manual.

To change the water pump on a 1999 Chrysler Cirrus, first disconnect the battery and drain the coolant. Remove the serpentine belt, then detach the timing cover and any components blocking access to the water pump. Unbolt the water pump, replace it with a new one, and reassemble all parts in reverse order, ensuring to refill the coolant and check for leaks before starting the engine. Always refer to a repair manual for specific torque specifications and detailed instructions.

To replace the fuel pump on a 1997 Chrysler Cirrus, first disconnect the negative battery terminal and relieve the fuel system pressure by removing the fuel pump relay and starting the engine until it stalls. Then, access the fuel pump by removing the rear seat and the access cover. Disconnect the electrical connector and fuel lines from the pump, remove the retaining ring, and pull out the old pump. Install the new pump by reversing the process, ensuring all connections are secure before reassembling and testing the system.