2003 Dodge Stratus - Answered Questions & Fixed issues

There is a small pipe threaded plug on the drivers side of the tranny about half way up the body and around the rear center from front to rear. When removed,fluid should flow from the hole(providing the vehicle is level on all axises), if not, fill to top of the hole with new gearoil or tranny fluid whichever is specified in your manual.

If you are needing to replace the fuel pump you will need to remove the tank to do so.

Not likely to cause the switch to "blow". are you looking for the ignition fuse or relay- they're under the dash or under the hood in the fuse/power distribution box!

It's an interference engine. If it blew a timing belt, expect damage to the valvetrain and possibly the pistons as well.

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P0344 OBD II Trouble Code Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit Intermittent...

Here is a possible link to the wiring diagrams. http://bbbind.com/free_tsb.html

watch this video Transmission No Shift Case Study P0888 other code is because the other code is still active.

run the fault codes to get the problem area then get quotes from accredited service centers guessing will cost money in replacing parts that are not broken

Need a heater core

This is a BIG job, requiring removal of the dashboard, discharging the a/c system, and removing the heater/airconditioning unit from the car (a big box with the evaporator, heater core, blower fan, and various doors that direct airflow). If you want to DIY, there are several videos on YouTube for similar models - you can view those to get an idea of what is involved.

If this question is with regards to a fault code of P0441, the following applies.Basically this means that there is a problem in the EVAP system. The computer will command the purge control valve open and if it does not sense the right amount of vacuum then it will set this code.The purge valve is part of the EVAP system. The purpose of this system is to take all of the excess fuel vapor from the gas tank and store it until it can be burned in the engine. If it weren't for this system then all of those vapors would be vented into the atmosphere. Usual causes for this code:Faulty Purge Control SolenoidFaulty Purge Control ValveDamaged Wiring to the Purge SolenoidOther possible causes:Faulty ComputerRestriction in the EVAP SystemFaulty Vacuum Switch

That is easy, it doesn't have one.

Perhaps a relay. But does it change or quit if you move the steering wheel? Try to see if it changes if you raise or lower the steering wheel, which indicates a short in the steering column near the ignition steering lock linkage.

Catherine, Check your cruise control fuse as a first step. Could be a bad brake switch, faulty vacuum line, faulty multi function switch,etc., may have to have a good Tech. diagnose and estimate repair.

You have a relay besides the fuses which controls both available at auto parts store. It is available at autozone for 28.00 have to order part number lm470

I suggest you take it back to whoever did your transmission.

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A fuel pump failure will usually set no engine codes and you may get no ... Sometimes the pump will give you warning signs that it is about to go but you may not notice ...times on the tank and turn key to start again and listening for the pump hum. .... been through and you'll feel better later knowing that it has been changed.

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Have the charging system tested ,most auto parts stores will do this for free . Your alternator is probably bad .

You have one of two problems. The heater core is plugged / restricted or there is an inoperative internal blend door motor problem. Start the vehicle and let it reach operating temperature. Feel the hoses under the hood that go into the heater core. They should be close to the same temperature. If one is hot and the other luke warm/cold.... the heater core is plugged/restricted. If both hoses are near the same temperature, suspect a defective/non operational blend door motor that controls heat/cold/airflow attached to the heater box assembly