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Will Dodge discontinue the charger?

Will Dodge discontinue the charger? The company's lineup includes only gasoline versions of the Charger, Challenger, and Durango, with the Journey and Grand Caravan discontinued for 2021. Dodge will remain a performance brand in this new EV era, so nameplates like the Challenger and Charger may continue with hybrid and all-electric drivetrains. Is Dodge discontinuing the Hemi? The 5.7 liter Hemi is now reputed to continue to 2019-2020, and then be dropped (possibly only from cars). The 6.4 and 6.2 may or may not continue past that time but would likely be restricted to Jeeps and/or Rams. Is Dodge stopping...
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How does timing work in an on delay timer?

How does timing work in an on delay timer? In an On-Delay timer timing begins when the voltage is applied to the coil of the timer. The contact changes as soon as time has expired and remains changed until the voltage is removed from the coil. Off-Delay Timer Relay In an Off-Delay timer when the voltage is applied to the coil nothing happens. What happens when I change the status of the timer? The timer runs for the preset time even if the signal state at the set bit(S) changes to 0 before the preset time is elapsed. The status...
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Why does my car engine make a squeaking noise?

Why does my car engine make a squeaking noise? Engine belts can create a loud, high-pitched squeak or squeal that will drive you and your neighbors crazy. Some engine belts only squeak after you go through a large puddle or if there is heavy moisture in the air, and others squeak constantly. Why does my car make noise when I go over 20 mph? If you hear the noise above 20 mph it's most likely a wheel bearing noise but it's not a bad idea to check the tire tread to be sure the tires are not chopped or worn...
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Why does it squeak when I press the gas pedal?

Why does it squeak when I press the gas pedal? Over time, your car's engine belts may become worn causing them to stretch. When this happens as you press the gas pedal and the belt goes from a relatively low speed (at idle or when first starting the car, no speed at all) to a much higher speed as the engine accelerates, this can cause the belts to squeak. Why does my car squeak when I press on the gas pedal? If the sound disappears, the faulty component is then isolated amongst the accessories and pulleys. If the sounds does...
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Can You Torque wrench a Dodge Magnum pump?

Can You Torque wrench a Dodge Magnum pump? It is often difficult to get to the bolts with a torque wrench. When this happens it is best to snug the bolts but not to go overboard. The pump body is cast, and will crack if you get too crazy. How to tighten the bolts on a water pump? Tighten the water pump bolts in sequence to 10 N·m (89 lb. in.). 7. Tighten the water pump bolts a second pass in sequence to 10 N·m (89 lb. in.). 8. Tighten the bolts a final pass in the sequence shown an...
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How many miles can you put on new tires?

How many miles can you put on new tires? They not only carry most of the vehicle’s weight but also carry most of the load in braking, cornering and jackrabbit starts. Though we would expect at least 50,000 miles from original-equipment new tires (and quality replacement tires), the reality can be quite different. What should be the diameter of a new tire? Tire diameter can vary slightly for each tire model. The listed diameters are from calculations based on the tire size. When changing tire sizes, we recommend staying within 3% of the diameter/height of the original tire. Why do...
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Is the front window control on a Dodge Journey Working?

Is the front window control on a Dodge Journey Working? Having the same issue. First it was the mirror control and front windows control on driver windows. Now the driver control doesn't work at all. Also both back window controls won't work either. The only window control that works is the front passenger window and only from the passenger control. What do I need to know about my Dodge Journey? First it was the mirror control and front windows control on driver windows. Now the driver control doesn't work at all. Also both back window controls won't work either. The...
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What causes a whining sound when you turn the steering wheel?

What causes a whining sound when you turn the steering wheel? The power steering rack is responsible for supplying the steering rack with hydraulic fluid each time you turn the wheel. If you have a bad power steering rack, then the steering rack won’t get an adequate supply of this fluid. This will cause a whining sound to generate each time you turn the wheel. Why does my steering wheel creak when I turn? When drivers turn the steering wheel, the whole system will move the wheels thanks to tie rods. For that reason, creaking while turning is the obvious...
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Are Ram Trucks Dodge?

Are Ram Trucks Dodge? Cars and minivans went under the Dodge nameplate, while its trucks, the Dodge Ram and Dodge Dakota, became Ram trucks. Since the 2010 model year, Ram has been a separate part of the same company that focuses solely on trucks. If you're looking at a used truck that comes from an earlier model year, it's a Dodge Ram. When did dodge start calling trucks Ram? 2009 In 2009, Dodge's parent company, Chrysler, decided to make RAM a stand-alone name for their pickup trucks. That's why if you own a Dodge pickup truck made before 2009, it's...
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Why does my air conditioner get warm then cold?

Why does my air conditioner get warm then cold? If your A/C flip-flops from hot to cold and back again, your expansion valve could be failing. The expansion valve distributes the proper amount of refrigerant to your evaporator. If the valve is blocked, the refrigerant flow could be restricted or could be too unrestricted. Your A/C blows warm air. What causes an air conditioner to blow warm air? Refrigerant leaks are quite rare in newer systems, but they aren’t unheard of. One of the causes of an air conditioner blowing warm air is a refrigerant leak. This refrigerant acts as...