Top 10 1996 Dodge Stratus Questions & Answers

I want to know how to set point

You may want to have a mechanic do this, not as easy as replacing an accessory belt. But if you decide to do it you will definitley need a timing light, 3 jaw gear puller, a harmonic balance puller and many other tools most people dont have in their garage

have you added freon to system because it sounds like there is to much

Dont do it. Get it fixed. Engine components are there for a reason. Unless you dont like your car. Do it properly.

I assume you are talking about an automatic transmission?
If this is the case then the torque converter is what holds most of the fluid. I am sure it holds at least for quarts. After you have added that much you can then start the engine with the emergency brake on and the gears in the neutral postion. Check the dip stick to see if any fluid is showing on the stick yet. If not then add another quart and so on until you see the first signs of fluid on the dip stick. Once fluid is apparent on the stick then you will switch to pints. The dip stick reads in pints unlike the oil dip stick which reads in quarts. So just keep adding a pint until the dip stick shows you the full mark. Remeber this is done while the motor is running and the gears are in the neutral positon with the emergency brake on. I hope this helps you, Raz

Sound like a bad front wheel hub bearing, if you can jack up the front end of your car and turn the front wheel's and listen for the sound or take it to a repair shop to have it check, if not taken care of will cause more damage to your car.

For the 1996 Dodge Stratus:
I do not know if you have the 2.0L SOHC In-Line 4-Cylinder, or the 2.4L DOHC In-Line 4-Cylinder or the 2.5L SOHC V6; however I have included all three below...

For the 2.0L SOHC AND 2.4L DOHC In-Line 4-Cylinder:
Firing Order:
1-3-4-2
Cylinders:
..........(back).........
|...1....2....3....4...|
.........(front)
Ignition Coil:
.....................o <---4
1---> o
.....................O <---Connector
2---> o
.....................o <---3

For the 2.5L SOHC V6:
Firing Order:
1-2-3-4-5-6
Cylinders:
.......(back).......
|...1....3....5...|
.......................
|...2....4....6...|
.......(front)
Distributor:
.......(back)
....(+)....5
..4...........3
2
....6.........1
...........(+)-screw

Let me know if this helped......

The fuel pump is located in the gas tank.

You will need to remove the sending unit at the top of the tank.

To access the sending unit, you will need to drop the tank by removing the straps. It is a big tank, so drain as much as possible, and don't forget to disconnect the battery before you start.

Hope this helps.

1996 DODGE STRATUS 2.4L 2429cc 148cid L4 MFI (X) [EDZ] DOHC : Heat & Air Conditioning : A/C Compressor Bypass Pulley Wiki Price DORMAN Part # 34227
$30.79
This was found at rockauto.com. this will take the place of the AC compressor and allow the use of the original serpentine belt.

1. Using sprocket installation tool No. 6792 or equivalent, press the crankshaft sprocket onto the crankshaft.
2. Install the camshaft sprockets onto the camshafts. Install and tighten the sprocket retaining bolts to 75 ft. lbs. (101 Nm).

Fig. Fig. 4: Proper camshaft sprocket alignment for timing belt installation

1. Install the crankshaft sprocket. Set the crankshaft sprocket to Top Dead Center (TDC) by aligning the notch on the sprocket with the arrow on the oil pump housing.
2. Set the camshafts to align the timing marks on the sprockets.
3. Move the crankshaft to 1 / 2 notch before TDC.
4. Install the timing belt starting at the crankshaft, then around the water pump sprocket, idler pulley, camshaft sprockets, and then around the tensioner pulley.
5. Move the crankshaft sprocket to TDC to take up the belt slack.
6. Install the tensioner to the engine block, but do not tighten.
7. Using a torque wrench on the tensioner pulley apply 250 inch lbs. (28 Nm) of tighten to the tensioner pulley.
8. With torque being applied to the tensioner pulley, move the tensioner up against the tensioner pulley bracket and tighten the fasteners to 275 inch lbs. (31 Nm).
9. Remove the tensioner plunger pin. The tension is correct when the plunger pin can be removed and replaced easily.
10. Rotate the crankshaft 2 revolutions and recheck the timing marks. Wait several minutes and then recheck that the plunger pin can easily be removed and installed.
11. Reinstall the front timing belt cover(s).
12. Reinstall the engine mount bracket.
13. Reinstall the right engine mount.
14. Remove the floor jack from under the vehicle.
15. Install the crankshaft damper and tighten to 105 ft. lbs. (142 Nm).
16. Install the accessory drive belts and adjust to the proper tension.
17. Install the right inner splash shield.
18. Reconnect the negative battery cable.
19. Check for leaks and proper engine operation.

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