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2001 Dodge Stratus
Water Leak Due to Plugged AC Drain
A plugged AC evaporator drain tube can cause a water leak inside the car; usually near the front passenger's feet.
Revised Windshield Washer Nozzles Available to Prevent Plugging
One or both windshield washer nozzles may plug or clog. There are revised washer nozzles available which are more resistant to plugging.
The Check Engine Light may Illuminate Erroneously
"False" trouble codes may cause erroneous illumination of the Check Engine Light. Updating the PCM software can often correct this concern.
Door panel may rattle
Orange Crust Formation Due to Leak at Coolant Bleeder Valve
For the sedan trim only, Coolant can leak at the coolant bleeder valve and is usually evident because of an orange crust formation on the housing. A revised bleeder and housing is available to correct this problem.
Honking Type Noise When AC is Turned On
Sedan
If you hear a honk or "fog horn" sound within a few seconds of turning on the air conditioning, that can be fixed by replacing the AC expansion valve. Occasionally vibration from the honking can be felt in the steering wheel and car seats.
Water Leak Due to Plugged AC Drain
A plugged AC evaporator drain tube can cause a water leak inside the car; usually near the front passenger's feet.
Oil leak from cylinder head cup plug
Click Noise when Turning Steering Wheel
Sedan
A click heard when turning the steering wheel may be solved by aligning the steering column or installing revised parts in the column (requires removal of the steering column).