Dodge Stratus

The transmission dipstick on a Dodge Neon is far back in the engine compartment. It is on the driver's side of the motor and is usually a bright color, so that it can be found easily.

Remove the tire and wheel. The brake shoes are held in place by a spring. Remove the brake shoe spring. The brake shoes will come off. Reverse the process to install the new brake shoes.

Stratus or "blanket" clouds are usually low, featureless clouds that obscure all or part of the sun and sky. Higher altitude types are "altostratus" and "cirrostratus", which are formed from ice crystals.

It is the large part in the exhaust immediately behind the engine.

In acousitcs, a device used to increase resonance(like echo effects) of a soud and usually apparent volume there are both acoustic(on some guitars such as the Resophonic) and electronic resonators. Of course if you recorxed in a bent conrete tunnel like those culverts in central park this would be a natural resonator llike the higher noise of a train in a tunnel, the sound reverberating off the walls. Phil Spector made good use of resonance and(wall of Sound) in his recordings many of which could not be performed live for optimum effect. crimson and clover has resonator effects.

On an automobile it is a devise , like a muffler, used to lower the sound output.

It sounds like the switch on the door is really sensitive. It is located in between the door on the hinge side and the car body. If the door isn't completely shutting all the way this would cause this. The switch could just be going bad and needs to be replaced. Sometimes some models will allow one to "Shim" the switch by using a washer or shim to push the switch out more. You just need to play with it alittle bit to see. I hope this helps. Good luck.

the sensor is located behind the pulley for the water pump has one single 8mm bolt in it u need to remove pulley to get at it

Tensioner PULLY is behind the timing BELT cover

It has 2 serpentine belts.

Well isn't this special ! My book on my 2000 says contact the Dealer for the correct fluid to use! I haven't done that yet ! Just give 'em a call!

the drain plug is usually located at the lower left hand/right hand side of radiator. I've noticed that some gm's and chryslers do not have drain plugs. in that case, it is easier to have a flush done.

The four cylinder takes 4.5

The six cylinder takes 5-5.5

There are two relays (one low speed and one high speed relay) located on the Power Distribution Center (rectangular box)

under the carpet in the trunk

Open the hood You will see the headlights and they are covered by a plastic, and/or metal piece on the top of the headlight. If you look at each head light there is 2 "star shaped" screws. very distinct, and they are spaced on one the upper right and on on the lower bottom of this piece covering the headlights. Unscrew them both... they are very long screws. Pull out both screws, and keep them somewhere safe. The headlights will pull directly out with some minor wiggling, and there will be a wiring harness attached to each that is attached to the bulb. Now if your bulbs are good you can disconnect the wire by gently pulling it off, and then pop out the bulb. There is a black connector on the bulb, just turn till it loosens, and take the bulb right out. Then just set aside the bulb in a safe area, because if you bought a new headlight it most likely wont come with the bulb. I suggest getting a 9700 size bulb white light running from 30-50 bucks for the set. The stock bulbs blow. Now you have the screws out, the wiring harness off, and the bulb and its connector off. grab your new headlight, and place the old bulb (or new one) in the slot, and replace the plastic holder, and turn it till it locks. I suggest getting bulb grease, and rubbing it on the plastic bearing for a very easy installation and it will help in not damaging the bulb. next just plug in the wiring harness, and reset your headlight in so you can line up the holes so the screws can get in there nice and easy. Also notice when you are screwing the screws back in.... in between the holes there is a level... wipe it off if you cant read it and make sure it is level before you fully tighten or you are gonna have some light issues later on. Once the level is at 0 (or in the middle) tighten them screws nice and snug.

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1-2-3-4-5-6

A Dodge Stratus does not have a reset switch.

It is almost dead center, just a little to the drivers side about half way down on the firewall. Remove your air intake and pull the heat shield up and you will see it. Its about 1/2" round and sticks out about 1/2" from the firewall.

Remove front driver side tire. remove panel in tire well. Battery is in there..

If it is the MIL code you are talking about, my manual shows 31 as being associated with the EVAP system. Problem is that there are many "31" codes for EVAP. What is needed is the scan code. Like P1495 or P1494.

All of these scan codes are listed under a "31" MIL code.

P0443: EVAP emission control system purge valve C fault.

P0441: Insufficient or excessive vapor flow detected.

P0442: EVAP emission control system leak (small)

P0445: Leak detection monitor is unable to pressurize the system (large leak)

P1486: Plug or pinch detected between purge solenoid and fuel tank.

P1495: Leak detection pump solenoid circuit fault.

P1494: Leak detection pump switch does not respond to input.

You can get more info on the scan codes at you local library. Locally here (Seattle), I can access All Data and Chilton via the library. No fee. I assume you have the same.

Good luck.

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

To change the battery you must first turn the wheels all the way to the right. You need to remove the inner fender panel behind the wheel. It is just held on with some push in plastic retainers. With the panel out you just need to remove the retaining strap and disconnect the battery. Installation is reverse of removal.

I just had my water pump replaced by a shop and it cost about 800 buck-a-roos. Of course it was done same day! I have done the same job myself and it ran about $250 and took about 2 days. Both scenarios include replacing all belts including timing belt.

Actually a battery that reads 12v is more than likely weak, has a bad cell, or simply in need of replacement. Car batteries are rated by their cranking amps not really the 12v. When you start your car, this puts a "load" on the battery. This is when the battery actually does it's work. So... the "load" or starter or how about the entire car is putting a strain on the battery and the battery cannot handle it. If you jump off your car and it runs ok then it's a high probability that your battery needs to be replaced. Oh, the battery should actually read around 13 to 14.5 volts. FYI--you can actually find an old battery sitting around a junk yard or behind a barn and it would probably read 12v.