Can a Mercedes transmission be replaced on a Chrysler 300 m?

chrysler 300 m owners with 722.6 Mercedes transmissions the case connector to the transmission leaks it needs to be checked and replaced if leaking just a known problem heads up. this trans can cost well over 5k$ at the dealership to get replaced. All of a sudden my 300m downshifts hard when it hits 30-32 mph. replaced both speed sensors.

Why does my Chrysler 300M not go into gear?

My Chrysler 300m will not go into gear. It is automatic and it will not move into gear. any suggestions would be helpful! When your transmission (shifter) won’t shift out of park to reverse it’s because the shifter cable is lose/ off line. You need a shifter cable not a transmission. This is happening to now on my 2002 Chrysler 300m.

How many miles does a 2001 300m have?

I just purchased a 2001 300M with 57000 miles on it. I was driving it home thinking about how great it was running, shifting etc when the tranny disengaged. I could not do anything to get it back except that if I shut the car off and then turned it on again, I could crawl forward in drive as long as I did not go over about 1000 rpm.

Is there a warranty on a Chrysler 300?

350-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD Transmission fluid leak. Could not identify source or duplicate the first call back to me. Told them to look again. Found problem (known issue to them). Transmission was slipping. They replaced the pump,seals and fluid. Under warranty no charge to me.Car has life time warranty.

What causes transmission fluid leak in Chrysler 300?

It was determined to be transmission fluid due to a leaking cap which was replaced by the dealer and fluid added. No apparent damage to the transmission. Transmission fluid leak at base of dipstick rod connecting to transmission. Dealer tightened and topped up with transmission fluid.

How to take care of a 2000 Chrysler 300?

If you take care of this car with regular oil changes, recommended maintenance, keeping it clean/polished, and respectfully driving it (not treating it like a race car, jumping curbs/speedbumps, and other damaging driving habits), this car will last and will be very reliable.

What kind of car is the 2000 Chrysler 300?

2000 Chrysler 300M; 2000 Chrysler Cirrus; 2000 Chrysler Concorde; 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager; 2000 Chrysler LHS; 2000 Chrysler Sebring; 2000 Chrysler Town & Country; 2000 Chrysler Voyager

When did my Chrysler 300M start having problems?

After reading through some of what has been posted I am convinced that Chrysler has a real problem on there hands.I own a 2004 last model of the 300M. It had 12K miles on it when I bought it. Very good at taking it in for updated services, etc. Last year “2007” is when I started having problems while it was still warrantee.

What kind of engine does a Chrysler 3.5 liter have?

Gordon Rinschler, the engineer in charge, specified a deep-skirt cast iron block and forged steel crank for durability. The engine used a cast iron block with over-square bore and stroke, and a high compression ratio (10.4:1).

What kind of Sparkplug do I need for a 300m 3.5L V6?

You should always refer to any decal that has been fixed to the radiator cover or frame , where specific updates for your engine are posted. In the case of the 300m – 3.5L V6 , the proper sparkplug is an NGK ZFR5LP-13G [Laser/Platinum/Premium].

Why does my transmission have a hard shifting problem?

You would be surprised to know that the majority of the transmissions problems such as hard shifting and no shifting issues come from incorrect transmission fluid level or the infamous transmission 13 pin connector plug O-ring. These are easy fixes that you can even tackle yourself.

What happens when downshift solenoid does not work?

If the downshift solenoid fails or has an issue, the vehicle may experience late shifting when slowing down. The transmission may stay engaged in a higher gear for an extended period of time when it should be downshifting. This will cause the engine to over rev, and may put additional unnecessary strain on the engine and transmission.

What happens if you downshift hard into first gear?

This kind of thing has happened before. The cable keeps the transmission from upshifting too soon if you are accelerating hard. When it’s stuck, it could cause delayed downshifting to first and it would make the eventual downshift seem violent. Also, what they said.

What does the downshift feel like on a truck?

Feels like the transmission is trying to “catch up” to the wheels and clunks when the gears mesh. As far as the downshift goes this really annoys me. With 10 speeds there is no excuse for rough shifting, up or down. What I have found that works best is that the truck doesn’t like surprises.

When does the downshift feel like getting rearended?

It can also happen when I am coasting down a hill then accelerate again. Feels like the transmission is trying to “catch up” to the wheels and clunks when the gears mesh. As far as the downshift goes this really annoys me. With 10 speeds there is no excuse for rough shifting, up or down.

Are there any transmission problems in a trasnmssion?

Every trasnmssion has its own type of problem. Also, if you were in the area of 100,000 miles on your transmission, you better hope that $1700 got you new planet kit, 2/4 hub and rev hub. And, hopefully they aren’t using “white box” parts.

Are there transmission problems in a 2005 Chrysler 300?

I just took my 2005 300 in to have an oil change and get a transmission tune-up (60,000 miles) and had them check my transmission while it was in as I too was experiencing the vibration in my steering wheel at a specific speed on the freeway. I’ve had a good experience with the dealer so far.

What’s the problem with the torque convertor on a Chrysler 300?

Silicone and tranny oil mix about as well as oiul and water. It takes a very minute amount of water to make the torque convertor rumble and shake etc. By the way, Tell the dealer that there is a TSB for the problem.

Why does my transmission not shift out of Park?

When your transmission (shifter) won’t shift out of park to reverse it’s because the shifter cable is lose/ off line. You need a shifter cable not a transmission. This is happening to now on my 2002 Chrysler 300m. Hard downshift to 2nd and the flickering interior and dash lights. Never would have thought the two things to be related.

What’s the best way to fix a Chrysler transmission?

From a standing position accelerate the car to 45-55 mph so the transmission shifts through all 4 gears. Do this 10-15 times. While driving 30 mph do 5-10 wide throttle kick downs. In other words floor the gas pedal so the transmission downshifts, after you hear the revving let go of the gas pedal (remember do this at least 5 times).

What to do if your transmission won’t shift?

Check out these sites. Maybe they will be able to help you troubleshoot whats going wrong with your transmission. http://autorepair.about.com/od/troubleshooting/a/auto_tran_probs.htm http://www.aamco.com/troubleshooting/automatic_transmission.html 187 people found this helpful.

What kind of car won’t shift out of second gear?

If you own a Chrysler vehicle and it won’t shift out of second gear, read this post. If you own a Chrysler, Dodge, or Plymouth vehicle and discover that the transmission will shift from first to second gear but will not shift out of second gear, your vehicle has locked itself into “limp-in” mode.

Why is my transmission not shifting to higher gears?

Other possibilities could be an engine related problem that will cause the computer to not allow the transmission to shift into higher gears. This condition can also be caused by low transmission fluid, contamination due to lack of maintenance or water intrusion, or internal wear and tear on the transmission parts inside the transmission.

Why does my Chrysler transmission stay in 1 gear?

If you own a Chrysler vehicle and the transmission stays in 1 gear and will not shift, chances are the computer has put it into “limp in” mode. The underlying condition can be an internal fault, a defective solenoid pack,