Hello, New owner
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Hello, New owner
Hello,
I just picked up a red coupe 2004 manual with less than 14k miles. I wanted something fun, reliable for trips or daily. and a manual before they can't be found anymore.
I wasn't looking for this car but when I ran into this near 20yr old car with such low miles and a very unique design. I thought I wouldn't have another chance again.
So far the car has been great but it looks like I may have to clear the windshield washer sprayer system it seem to be clogged. and I keep hearing something in the rear shifting or sliding when making turns or stoping. I don't think its an issue but I want to find what it is.
hoping the site will help me learn about the car and maybe meet some others over time.
good to meet you
Rob
I just picked up a red coupe 2004 manual with less than 14k miles. I wanted something fun, reliable for trips or daily. and a manual before they can't be found anymore.
I wasn't looking for this car but when I ran into this near 20yr old car with such low miles and a very unique design. I thought I wouldn't have another chance again.
So far the car has been great but it looks like I may have to clear the windshield washer sprayer system it seem to be clogged. and I keep hearing something in the rear shifting or sliding when making turns or stoping. I don't think its an issue but I want to find what it is.
hoping the site will help me learn about the car and maybe meet some others over time.
good to meet you
Rob
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Re: Hello, New owner
Hello,
I just picked up a red coupe 2004 manual with less than 14k miles. I wanted something fun, reliable for trips or daily. and a manual before they can't be found anymore.
I wasn't looking for this car but when I ran into this near 20yr old car with such low miles and a very unique design. I thought I wouldn't have another chance again.
So far the car has been great but it looks like I may have to clear the windshield washer sprayer system it seem to be clogged. and I keep hearing something in the rear shifting or sliding when making turns or stoping. I don't think its an issue but I want to find what it is.
hoping the site will help me learn about the car and maybe meet some others over time.
good to meet you
Rob
I just picked up a red coupe 2004 manual with less than 14k miles. I wanted something fun, reliable for trips or daily. and a manual before they can't be found anymore.
I wasn't looking for this car but when I ran into this near 20yr old car with such low miles and a very unique design. I thought I wouldn't have another chance again.
So far the car has been great but it looks like I may have to clear the windshield washer sprayer system it seem to be clogged. and I keep hearing something in the rear shifting or sliding when making turns or stoping. I don't think its an issue but I want to find what it is.
hoping the site will help me learn about the car and maybe meet some others over time.
good to meet you
Rob
You can try to search what issues you're having by using the box in the upper right corner.
You can also click these links for most problems:
Index of Crossfire problems and repairs
Service manuals and documentation
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From: Michigan
Re: Hello, New owner
congrats on the new ride and welcome to the forum
try blowing compressed air backwards into the windshield sprayers, if that doesn't work we have replacements.
remove the rear carpet and investigate, does it sound like water sloshing or parts banging around?
try blowing compressed air backwards into the windshield sprayers, if that doesn't work we have replacements.
remove the rear carpet and investigate, does it sound like water sloshing or parts banging around?
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From: Orange County CA.
Re: Hello, New owner
Welcome, lots of great info here. Index of Crossfire problems and repairs - CrossfireForum - The Chrysler Crossfire and SRT6 Resource
Was it stored covered? Pictures would be great.
Was it stored covered? Pictures would be great.
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From: Oregon
Re: Hello, New owner
I was thinking about air. but haven't tried it yet.
it sound like mechanical parts moving.
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Re: Hello, New owner
Welcome, lots of great info here. Index of Crossfire problems and repairs - CrossfireForum - The Chrysler Crossfire and SRT6 Resource
Was it stored covered? Pictures would be great.
Was it stored covered? Pictures would be great.
I believe it was stored inside most of it's life
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Re: Hello, New owner
Welcome to the forum here Rob,
Your Crossfire looks fantastic !!!
Regardless of what issues you may have I'm sure with this forum and the help it will provide, nearly anything can be repaired.
One thing to know is DO NOT take your Crossfire to a Chrysler dealer for anything at all.
They no longer have mechanics that understand anything about these cars.
I suggest you look for an independent European automotive repair shop for any service you don't do yourself.
Your Crossfire looks fantastic !!!
Regardless of what issues you may have I'm sure with this forum and the help it will provide, nearly anything can be repaired.
One thing to know is DO NOT take your Crossfire to a Chrysler dealer for anything at all.
They no longer have mechanics that understand anything about these cars.
I suggest you look for an independent European automotive repair shop for any service you don't do yourself.
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Re: Hello, New owner
Yea, that car has been inside its entire life, same as mine and many of ours.
My advice (you didn't ask for advice but, well, here we go):
As soon as you can, change fluids (brakes, clutch, differential, transmission, coolant). You can change the power steering fluid now or when the pump fails in about 100,000 miles.
Order a spare RCM and keep it in the trunk.
https://www.autohausaz.com/pn/140256...BoC-8EQAvD_BwE
Order a spare Crank Sensor and keep it in the trunk.
https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/mer...hoCAaMQAvD_BwE
Both WILL fail and are impossible to find locally.
My advice (you didn't ask for advice but, well, here we go):
As soon as you can, change fluids (brakes, clutch, differential, transmission, coolant). You can change the power steering fluid now or when the pump fails in about 100,000 miles.
Order a spare RCM and keep it in the trunk.
https://www.autohausaz.com/pn/140256...BoC-8EQAvD_BwE
Order a spare Crank Sensor and keep it in the trunk.
https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/mer...hoCAaMQAvD_BwE
Both WILL fail and are impossible to find locally.
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From: Upstate SC
Re: Hello, New owner
Hello,
I just picked up a red coupe 2004 manual with less than 14k miles. I wanted something fun, reliable for trips or daily. and a manual before they can't be found anymore.
I wasn't looking for this car but when I ran into this near 20yr old car with such low miles and a very unique design. I thought I wouldn't have another chance again.
So far the car has been great but it looks like I may have to clear the windshield washer sprayer system it seem to be clogged. and I keep hearing something in the rear shifting or sliding when making turns or stoping. I don't think its an issue but I want to find what it is.
hoping the site will help me learn about the car and maybe meet some others over time.
good to meet you
Rob
I just picked up a red coupe 2004 manual with less than 14k miles. I wanted something fun, reliable for trips or daily. and a manual before they can't be found anymore.
I wasn't looking for this car but when I ran into this near 20yr old car with such low miles and a very unique design. I thought I wouldn't have another chance again.
So far the car has been great but it looks like I may have to clear the windshield washer sprayer system it seem to be clogged. and I keep hearing something in the rear shifting or sliding when making turns or stoping. I don't think its an issue but I want to find what it is.
hoping the site will help me learn about the car and maybe meet some others over time.
good to meet you
Rob
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