Carbon buildup on the top of the piston is common. Over time this can lead to symptoms varying from light ticking to knocking noises. Performing a fuel injector cleaning procedure can often help the condition by removing some of the piston top deposits.
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Corrosion at Coolant Temperature Sensor
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4 Cylinder engines, with a hard starting condition when cold and illumination of the Check Engine Light may have corrosion build up on the engine coolant temperature sensor. Our technicians tell us that the coolant sensor and pigtail should be replaced to correct this issue.
No Start and/or Stalling Due to Failed Distributor Pick Up Plate
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Vehicles equipped with a 4 cylinder engine may develop a no start or stalling condition, most commonly caused by a failed distributor pickup plate.
Erratic Speedometer Operation
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Erratic operation of the speedometer may be noted on vehicles equipped with a passenger side motorized seat belt. This is generally caused by a failed Passive Belt Control Module (PBCM). Our technicians tell us that if the speedometer functions correctly with the PBCM disconnected the PBCM should be replaced.
Various transmission issues
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Automatic transmissions can exhibit a variety of shifting and noise concerns due to failure of internal parts. Our technicians tell us that a complete inspection of all internal parts should be performed if the transmission is disassembled for overhaul. Numerous updated part are available for this transmission.
Dodge Shadow Questions and Answers
chef101, 1993 Dodge Shadow, 2.2L 4 Cylinder, Sacramento, CA
I was trying to start my car after a day of driving. it started for a second and then just went off. when i turn the key on i can hear a humming noise for approx 15-25 seconds but after that the en...
BigBill2282, 1991 Dodge Shadow, 2.2L 4 Cylinder, Brooklyn, MD
I have a 91 dodge shadow with a 2.2 liter engine. About 1 week ago it started making a very loud knocking sound from the engine I check my valve and everything was tight and looked like in good wor...
zachmcgee39, 1990 Dodge Shadow, Saint Louis, MO
my car is a 1990 dodge shadow.the car has several different minor problems.First i have a leak my dad said it was a freeze leak whatever that is next i need a alternator belt then last i need a pow...
thawkins, 1991 Dodge Shadow, 2.5L 4 Cylinder, Thomasville, NC
switch it is
lpcape, 1991 Dodge Shadow, 2.2L 4 Cylinder, South Chatham, MA
I checked the fuses under the dash but all are ok. Is there another fuse box somewhere? Or anyone know what the connection between those 3 things not working is? Thanks
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Dodge Shadow Reviews
i just got this 1990 dodge shadow bout a month ago and there is a loud squeaking noise that emits from the engine compartment. My uncle which is also a mechanic says that the problem may be the fly wheel is going out on it and also the belt is worn out. it could be to tight or to loose. that may be one of the many problems that is causing the car to emit such a high screeching sound. and i also put a whole tank of gas for like $30 bucks and it barely even lasts me 3 days and that's driving at normal speed on highways and also into towns. i may have to sell this car pretty soon. because the code reader on the car is sayin it has all kinds of problems with it..... it sucks
the car gets great fuel milage, 30+. but besides that nothing to brag about, chrysler rarely ever made a great vehicle
this car is a decent car. It can take a beating and still keep ticking. It is now that one thing seems to fail, everything at once is going wrong on it. When they are good, they are good, but let one thing mess up and your in a world of hurt.
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