Chrysler’s Pentastar V6 Gets Major Revisions
New components include cylinder heads with an 11.3:1 compression ratio (up from 10.2:1), new fuel injectors featuring eight holes each (twice the number in the previous iteration’s injectors), platinum-tipped spark plugs, new valve springs, low-tension piston rings, lightened crankshaft and crank pins, extensive friction reduction, and cooling of exhaust-gas recirculation.
Chrysler 3.5L SOHC V6 Engine (Service Notes)
If ever there was a service opportunity ripe for the taking, Chrysler’s 3.5L SOHC V6 engine (and its 2.7L, 3.2L and 4.0L cousins) is it.
Lincoln Technical Institute Welcomes Chrysler MOPAR X-Press to NJ Campus
Lincoln Educational Services Corporation, a national leader in specialized technical training and a driving force in turning students’ passions into professional success, welcomes the apprentice program Mopar X-Press to the Mahwah, NJ campus of Lincoln Technical Institute. Mopar X-Press provides students with the opportunity to learn specialized technologies on Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM vehicles. While training
MACS Tip: 2004 Chrysler Pacifica Control Head Replacement Case Study
In this case study–an excerpt from the MACS Quick Hits training video–Paul DeGuiseppi talks about a 2004 Chrysler Pacifica with a blend mode issue diagnosed to be a problem with the control head. The vehicle ended up being a comeback with the customer complaining about the same issue. Paul goes on to talk about how important the ability to diagnose electrical and electronic issues has become in HVAC repair and service.
Chrysler NGC: New Generation Computers
In this tech tip clip instructor Bill Fulton presents some need to know info on the Chrysler NGC PCM’s introduced in 2003. He talks about the fact that there are two different manufacturers for these computers and some issues related to interchangeability.
Chrysler Data Bussing: CCD, SCI Data Lines Tech Tip
Bill Fulton talks about Chrysler data bussing. Talking about CCD and SCI data lines and using bus circuit schematics from a 1998 Dodge minivan as an example Bill gives some in depth insights into the operation and relationships of Chrysler data bus circuits.
Book Report — Proving Ground: A History of Dodge, Chrysler, and Plymouth Racing
Looking to get an auto enthusiast an excellent gift for the holidays? Then you’ll want to pick up a copy of Jim Schild’s latest book, and one for yourself.
Diagnostic Strategies For Stop/Start Systems
This function of the power management system uses several modules to decide when the engine needs to stop and start.
Oil Filter Housing Weak Points & Standard® Solutions
Engineers at Standard® have created a completely assembled Oil Filter Housing Kit.
Were Things Better When They Were Simpler? Â
Getting nostalgic about the good old days is easy, but many forget the struggles of the day.
