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KNOWN FAULT · Chrysler

Auxiliary water pump, oil leaks and electrics on the Crossfire

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Engine / equipment
Chrysler Crossfire 3.2 V6 (Mercedes engine), also the SRT-6
Period mentioned
2003–2008
Symptoms
Coolant loss; on the SRT-6, the supercharger cuts out and the car loses power; leaks from the rocker cover and sump; failing windows and locks.
Possible cause described
What Car? considers the Mercedes 3.2 durable if serviced. TrueDelta owner logs record repeated auxiliary water-pump replacements (the SRT-6 intercooler pump fails in the heat), oil leaks and crankshaft-sensor failures.
Check for the garage
Watch the coolant level; on the SRT-6, check the supercharger pulls when hot; look for oil under the engine; ask for the history and whether the Takata airbag recall was done.
Cost cited in the source
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How much does it cost to repair this fault?

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How is it checked?

Watch the coolant level; on the SRT-6, check the supercharger pulls when hot; look for oil under the engine; ask for the history and whether the Takata airbag recall was done.

What are the symptoms?

Coolant loss; on the SRT-6, the supercharger cuts out and the car loses power; leaks from the rocker cover and sump; failing windows and locks.

Which cars and years does it affect?
Brands
Chrysler
Engine / equipment
Chrysler Crossfire 3.2 V6 (Mercedes engine), also the SRT-6
Period mentioned
2003–2008

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