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Chrysler
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1,889 Questions
How do you disarm the theft system in a 97 Chrysler Sebring convertible?
Unlock the door with the key or with the remote.
Is Mercedes-Benz a car made by Chrysler?
Not now, but the confusion is understandable because at one time, Mercedes Benz did merge with Chrysler (in 1999). But the merger did not work out. These days, Mercedes is an entirely separate company again, owned by Daimler, with its home offices in Germany. Here is the timeline of when some of the name changes occurred: The first name was Benz & Company, from 1883-1926; then it was known as Daimler Motoren Gesellschaft AG, from 1890 to 1926. Next came Daimler-Benz AG, from 1926 to 1998. In 1999, the very controversial merger with Chrysler occurred, and lasted till 2007. Since then, the manufacturer of Mercedes cars in Daimler AG.
How do you adjust lifters on a 1996 3.5 liter Chrysler Concorde?
The lifters are hydraulic and are not adjustable.
How are the pistons on 2005 Chrysler 3.3L numbered?
Rear from passenger to driver side 1-3-5
Front from passenger to driver side 2-4-6
How do you reset the change oil light in a 2012 Chrysler 300?
Key on engine off. Press the gas pedal to the floor three times.
How do you remove the ignition switch with out key on a 1991 Chrysler new yorker?
The entire ignition switch assembly will unholy from the steering column. The key is required to remove the cylinder from the switch.
How many quarts of transmission fluid does a 2006 Chrysler 300C 5.7L use?
How do i know if my transmission need service
in a 300c
Where is your Chrysler 300 transmission stick?
The transmission dipstick on a Chrysler 300 is a special tool that only the dealer has.
Jeeps are built all over the world. Jeeps for north America are built in the usa, Canada, and Mexico.
What battery manufacturer does Chrysler use?
Currently, 2013, the replacement batteries we receive at the dealership I work at are delivered by an Interstate Battery truck.
What does open mean on chrysler 8.25 rear axle?
It does not have a limited slip, posi traction system .
Where is the distributor cap on a 1998 Chrysler van?
The 3.0 is the only engine that has a distributor. It is on the front passenger side of the engine.
The merger was to be a merger of equals but did not actually follow this model very closely at all. The merger was accomplished by Daimler-Benz purchasing 92 percent of Chrysler in an exchange of shares. The shares were valued at $37 billion at the time.
How to reset headrest 2010 chrysler town?
If it has the active restraint headrests that pop forward in a crash, the dealers scan tool is required.
What is Chrysler stock worth now?
Chrysler is a private company and is not listed on the Stock Exchange. The old Chrysler stock is worthless.
What type of transmission fluid does a Chrysler use?
Yes, Chrysler modified the then-current ATF+2 spec (MS7176D) to include it. Thus ATF+3 (MS7176E) fluid was born; it remained the factory fill until ATF+4. [Lubrizol is still used in ATF+4 and is required in fluids licensed for compatibility.]
In testing done during development of ATF+4, Chrysler noted the following viscosity loss from shearing for the following ATFs (20 hour KRL Shear Test):
Dexron III - 40% loss
Mercon V - 19% loss
Type 7176D - 32% loss
Type 7176E - 14% loss
Type 9602 - 10% loss
You can see what a significant impact the new viscosity improver had on ATF+3 when you compare the 7176D and 7176E numbers. From the standpoint of viscosity loss alone you can see why Dexron III should not be used in transmissions that require ATF+3 or ATF+4. In terms of other basic performance parameters, ATF+3 (7176E) comes the closest to ATF+4, with Ford's Mercon V a close second. [Which doesn't mean that Mercon is acceptable.]
The goal in developing ATF+4 was to create a fluid that would match the performance characteristics of the current fluid (Type 7176D), but would retain those characteristics for at least 100,000 miles. The paper specifically notes that the anti-shudder properties of ATF+3 are usually degraded enough by 30,000 miles to cause noticeable shudder.
Contrary to popular myth, one of the stated goals of Type 9602/ATF+4 fluids was that it would have the same frictional characteristics as ATF+3. The paper explicitly states that this was because new clutch materials would not be introduced for this fluid and it had to be backwards compatible with ATF+3. Graphs in the paper show that the friction coefficient of fresh ATF+3 and ATF+4 is essentially identical, but as the fluid ages ATF+4 retains the "as new" coefficient while ATF+3 degrades.
The paper noted that one alternative was to use synthetic Group IV base stock, which are even more expensive than the ATF+4 solution, which provided Group IV style performance from Group III stock. ATF+4 meets strict low-temperature, oxidation, and volatility performance requirements and relatively low cost - believe it or not.
Manufacturers can make ATF+4 fluids, but to use the trademarked ATF+4 name in their compatibility list, they must have their fluids tested and licensed by Chrysler engineers, and must use Lubrizol in their formulations. Licensed fluids are periodically sampled from stores to assure quality.
ATF+3ATF+3 is a friction-modified, high-quality transmission fluid similar to the current fluid in most respects; but it wears out more quickly and has less desirable cold viscosity (to simplify: is too thick when cold). ATF+3 can be approximated by Dexron plus an additive but this does not save much money and is not as desirable as using the correct fluid to begin with.Dexron itself is the General Motors-specified fluid from far back in automotive history. While it was once the standard for all Americanautos, that time has long passed, with Ford settling on Mercon and Chrysler on ATF+3 (and now ATF+4); other manufacturers also require their own fluids.
Engine oil has been used as an automatic transmission fluid, again in the antiquity of automatic transmissions; it is still used in manual transmissions, but generally a single-grade oil is used.
The Center for Quality Assurance, which Chrysler uses to run its ATF+4 licensing program, wrote: "The previous MOPAR ATF+3® formulation was discontinued in 2005 and ATF+4® is recommended for all transmissions filled with ATF+3®."
Several companies now sell "universal" fluids. If they state that they are compatible with ATF+4®, they may work well, especially for those unsure of which fluid to use. The Center for Quality Assurance warned us to check the label for Chrysler's license number, and to make sure the fluid is on their list of ATF+4® licensed and tested fluids.
UsageYou can use ATF+3 with all older Chrysler transmissions (except someJeeps as noted below).Chrysler is not the only company to require a unique transmission fluid. Dexron has long since passed its prime, and modern transmissions require modern fluids, which more refined properties. Toyota, Ford, Nissan, and other major automakers also require unique fluids.
Change key fob battery in 2011 Chrysler 300?
To change key fob battery in 2011 Chrysler 300, simply release the cover by using a screwdriver to take off the battery cover. Then, replace the old battery with a new CR2032 3V/225mAh Lithium coin cell battery. Slide the cover back on and screw the little screw in place.
