Unusual multiple issues - 2006 Chrysler Pacifica
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That reminded me.......
I've seen battery terminals that looked perfectly fine but were not able to make good contact or carry enough current and cause mysterious problems.......speaking of corrosion.
While possible, when I encounter a hot fail issue the first thing I look for is a clogged sock or fuel filter. The old gas issue is an unfortunate one that was forced upon us.
Exactly. Maybe. We don't know until we get some more info
Fuel pressure will always have a value. If you prime the key and zero, it's a fuel issue. If you're cranking and it's zero, it's a fuel issue. Then you go to the pump and see if it's even being commanded. If not, you work upstream to TIPM etc.
In this case, "DRY" is a value. There is NO value which is NOT helpful here.
This is a terrible description of the problem, you really need to work on this.
If there is a TSB start there. If that isn't it it could very well be
The PCM/ECU. They will sometimes cause problems for months if not longer before completely quitting.
The PCM/ECU. They will sometimes cause problems for months if not longer before completely quitting.
Still in limbo. Sending it to another repair shop.
Try Royalty Auto Service in southern Georgia if you're in that area. Watching their Youtube videos, they have the tools to diagnose things correctly, especially something as simple as a 2006 Pacifica. Might be worth the drive, might not be worth the money either-- depends on the car's condition and they are good cars if you have one that has been taken care of.
A good mechanic that charges $$ will be cheaper than sending it around to various mechanics that try this/that/the other and only charge $ each time- each hand put on it often introduces new problems/variables in their attempt to fix things which makes it more difficult for the next guy.
My 2007 Pacifica has been a dream (approaching 200K) miles, but I do all the work myself.
Troubleshooting an issue in order to determine the actual cause of an issue isn't just a needed step in the process, it's an art form in it's own right.
You have dozens of YouTube mechanics that have made videos that help you diagnose and correct no start issues, that include the fuel pump systems of so many different Chrysler products, you should be able to find something that you can get started on doing this job correctly on your own.
The very first thing you need to confirm is when you are having one of your engine cranks, but it doesn't start episodes, if if there is power and ground getting to the fuel pump circuit. If there's no power and ground at the pump, then you need to figure out that, first. If you supply power and ground to the pump at that point, will the engine then start?
Just replacing the fuel pump won't bring you much joy if it turns out the issue is electrically up stream from the fuel pump.
You have dozens of YouTube mechanics that have made videos that help you diagnose and correct no start issues, that include the fuel pump systems of so many different Chrysler products, you should be able to find something that you can get started on doing this job correctly on your own.
The very first thing you need to confirm is when you are having one of your engine cranks, but it doesn't start episodes, if if there is power and ground getting to the fuel pump circuit. If there's no power and ground at the pump, then you need to figure out that, first. If you supply power and ground to the pump at that point, will the engine then start?
Just replacing the fuel pump won't bring you much joy if it turns out the issue is electrically up stream from the fuel pump.
