Re: New Owner With A Few Questions
I really appreciate all of the help?
I had a guest over the weekend and took it for a spin yesterday before I read the forum. Had no issue with the gas cap but the passenger door was unlocked.
1. Twice the engine turned over and did not start util waiting a minute or so. I read the "Mystery No Start" thread and could not see the difference between the defective solder photo and the repaired solder photo. I do have a solder gun. Is that guy still doing the repairs via USPS and how much did/does he charge?
The metal part of the key stayed in the ignition along with the spring. Another small part fell on the floor. I was able to snap the fob back onto the key and continue to use the car. I need to figure out how to reassemble it today and maybe place a dab of super glue along the two halves to hold it together. I received a spare but cannot locate it. Ace Hardware informed me that Chrysler has not yet given them permission to make keys. They can make just the metal part if I want one to hide somewhere but it will only open the door.
2.Had no issue with the gas cap but the passenger door was unlocked.
3. A very strange design indeed! I guess that I will be forced to use the AC more often than I would like.
4. I was able to pay the $750 for registration, taxes and a 60 day tag. After I drive it for a while, I will take to an auto parts store and have the code read. A $30 gas cap sounds like an inexpensive solution! The light came on for the previous owner and he had the O2 sensor replaced.
Found this on a Cadillac XLR site...."It may take a while for the car to stop giving you the "Check Engine" light, even after you replace the gas cap. Remember, it is under the Federal Emissions warranty, so it's a freebie at the dealer.... unless you're over 50,000 miles (I think it's 50,000 miles). I received a new gas cap at my dealer, which was also defective. "
5. Is the Chrysler warranty 7 years or 70,000 miles?
6. Apparently, my alarm is not working. Does it chirp every time the doors are locked? That may be annoying for my neighbors.