# \#stratus **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/stratus/115.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [Intermitant Long Crank to Start Car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermitant-long-crank-to-start-car/184157)
**Author:** [@TheOldDays](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheOldDays)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2022, 4:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermitant-long-crank-to-start-car/184157 "2022-10-17T16:30:00Z")
Back yard mechanic here, owned the car since new, a little OCD, I take great care of everything I own. Preventive maintenance is my thing…belts, hoses, plugs, filters, etc., stuff is replaced to keep car in top shape. T… --- ## [2004 Dodge Stratus Radiator Gurgling after shut off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-dodge-stratus-radiator-gurgling-after-shut-off/165534)
**Author:** [@Merlin84123](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Merlin84123)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2020, 3:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-dodge-stratus-radiator-gurgling-after-shut-off/165534 "2020-06-10T15:18:08Z")
I have a 2004 Dodge Stratus who’s radiator was replaced about a year ago and for the past 5-6 months after I park it and shut it down the radiator “gurgles” as though it is out of fluid. It runs normally and the temp gau… --- ## [2006 Dodge Stratus rear passenger window electrical problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-stratus-rear-passenger-window-electrical-problems/164397)
**Author:** [@Mitchell31](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mitchell31)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2020, 5:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-stratus-rear-passenger-window-electrical-problems/164397 "2020-05-16T17:36:21Z")
Hi, I have a 2006 Dodge Stratus that had a broken rear passenger window and it did get rained in. I recently replaced the window motor and regulator. I got the replacement from a local pick and pull/ scrapyard. I also re… --- ## [Starting ignition without Transponder Key](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starting-ignition-without-transponder-key/79641)
**Author:** [@Tom60062](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom60062)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2020, 5:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starting-ignition-without-transponder-key/79641 "2020-01-16T17:10:14Z")
Hello Car Talk Community, I have a 2006 Dodge Stratus and recently lost my transponder key for my ignition. I do have a spare key cut but it doesn't have a chip in it, I can only use it to unlock the doors and open the… --- ## [Dodge stratus 04 water on the floor after it rained](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-stratus-04-water-on-the-floor-after-it-rained/149813)
**Author:** [@Ddw2020\_157071](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ddw2020_157071)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2019, 10:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-stratus-04-water-on-the-floor-after-it-rained/149813 "2019-10-13T22:34:34Z")
Yesterday it rained heavy all day. Today when I got in my car, I saw the car floor wet, the floor mats was wet also. The whole floor was pretty much wet and damp but It was mostly on the back left side, it was a puddle … --- ## [2006 Dodge Stratus](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-stratus/144240)
**Author:** [@Donna\_Dwyer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Donna_Dwyer)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2019, 2:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-stratus/144240 "2019-07-13T02:58:21Z")
My car check engine light came on then my battery light came on and my car just started to drive really slow and it stop I had to restart it oh and when I turned the car on the windshield wipers just moved up and down … --- ## [2016 Dodge Stratus stops after driving a few miles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-dodge-stratus-stops-after-driving-a-few-miles/143804)
**Author:** [@ChuckDrake](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChuckDrake)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2019, 2:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-dodge-stratus-stops-after-driving-a-few-miles/143804 "2019-07-08T14:21:25Z")
Dodge Stratus 1996 After driving for a few miles and stop. Car will not start until t cools down --- ## [Please Help! 2000 Dodge Stratus died while driving wont start back up!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-help-2000-dodge-stratus-died-while-driving-wont-start-back-up/110983)
**Author:** [@Mason2193](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mason2193)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2018, 11:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-help-2000-dodge-stratus-died-while-driving-wont-start-back-up/110983 "2018-09-24T23:53:24Z")
I need some help, This is my daily driver and i have kids i need to get back and forth to school. This car has not had any trouble at all with me. Very well kept. No check engine light or anything. I was driving down the… --- ## [Grinding sound at wheel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/grinding-sound-at-wheel/120539)
**Author:** [@kdawg7736](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kdawg7736)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2018, 6:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/grinding-sound-at-wheel/120539 "2018-07-07T18:36:30Z")
In May I had a new lower ball joint and constant velocity axle put in the front driver’s side. Last month I had new rotors and brake pads put in which reduced sounds when braking. The wheel bearing is fine according to m… --- ## [2006 Dodge Stratus front end growling sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-stratus-front-end-growling-sound/119447)
**Author:** [@kdawg7736](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kdawg7736)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2018, 1:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-stratus-front-end-growling-sound/119447 "2018-06-19T13:17:20Z")
I have a 2006 Dodge Stratus SXT. Last month I had a lower ball joint, a constant velocity axle, ans a sway bar replaced on the front driver side as that broke on my parents’ street. I had it fixed with a refill of transm… --- ## [Fuel problem/serpentine belt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-problem-serpentine-belt/117387)
**Author:** [@Darius\_Bonds](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Darius_Bonds)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2018, 11:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-problem-serpentine-belt/117387 "2018-05-14T23:15:21Z")
So i have a dodge stratus and at this point I’m having a couple issues that I’m not sure are related. My major concern is that if i accelerate up a hill the car may stall out like its out of gas, and won’t start even on… --- ## [2002 Dodge Stratus gurgles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-dodge-stratus-gurgles/115702)
**Author:** [@garydailey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/garydailey)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2018, 11:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-dodge-stratus-gurgles/115702 "2018-04-15T23:47:36Z")
coolant gurgles after you turn off car --- ## [Took 2 batteries back (at different times) and the store agreed that they were bad. Same friend insisted on replacing alternator. I disagreed, but...didn't help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/took-2-batteries-back-at-different-times-and-the-store-agreed-that-they-were-bad-same-friend-insisted-on-replacing-alternator-i-disagreed-but-didnt-help/112929)
**Author:** [@Snagglepuss](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Snagglepuss)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2018, 7:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/took-2-batteries-back-at-different-times-and-the-store-agreed-that-they-were-bad-same-friend-insisted-on-replacing-alternator-i-disagreed-but-didnt-help/112929 "2018-02-27T19:17:16Z")
Continuing the discussion from To change or not to change the battery?: --- ## [Rubbing Noise from 98 Stratus](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rubbing-noise-from-98-stratus/112174)
**Author:** [@DaleSL](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DaleSL)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2018, 1:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rubbing-noise-from-98-stratus/112174 "2018-02-11T01:26:02Z")
Recently there’s been a rubbing noise coming from my front end when I turn. It kind of sounds like rubber rubbing against metal. Or perhaps metal screaming from being bent. The tires aren’t rubbing, and I’ve given a quic… --- ## [Overheating but coolant system is pratically new](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overheating-but-coolant-system-is-pratically-new/106473)
**Author:** [@christinashipman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/christinashipman)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2017, 1:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overheating-but-coolant-system-is-pratically-new/106473 "2017-08-02T13:34:07Z")
For the past 3 months I have had issues w/ overheating. 1st I thought it wasjust b/c I got too relaxed when it came to the maintenence on the car. So I.started paying attention to the car and making sure therewas water i… --- ## [Ac Clutch only engaging from defroster. Could really use some help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-clutch-only-engaging-from-defroster-could-really-use-some-help/104459)
**Author:** [@Teraldo79](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Teraldo79)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2017, 12:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-clutch-only-engaging-from-defroster-could-really-use-some-help/104459 "2017-06-05T00:48:50Z")
I just bought a 01 dodge stratus with the 2.4 DOHC. Initially I thought the AC needed a charge, but I put a pressure gauge on it and its holding at 70 lbs on the low side so I figured it was a relay. I replaced the relay… --- ## [Dodge Stratus A/C Compressor Problem...?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-stratus-a-c-compressor-problem/48129)
**Author:** [@jbuman22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jbuman22)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2017, 8:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-stratus-a-c-compressor-problem/48129 "2017-03-24T20:08:27Z")
So, the other day I smelled something horrible coming from the hood of my 2001 Stratus SE sedan. The smell and puffs of smoke were coming from around a belt on the passengers side of the engine, by the antifeeze tank. … --- ## [Horn Honking Due to Turning/Vibrations](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horn-honking-due-to-turning-vibrations/96157)
**Author:** [@jungkim](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jungkim)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2016, 10:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horn-honking-due-to-turning-vibrations/96157 "2016-10-20T22:29:58Z")
A few months back on a really hot day my horn randomly started honking while driving. I pulled the fuse as a quick fix and brought it into a body shop. They initially thought it was something to do with the airbag part a… --- ## [Engine Light on-Accerleration Choking wont go past 2rpm from time to time](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-light-on-accerleration-choking-wont-go-past-2rpm-from-time-to-time/94682)
**Author:** [@2005DS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2005DS)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2016, 3:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-light-on-accerleration-choking-wont-go-past-2rpm-from-time-to-time/94682 "2016-08-17T03:40:43Z")
What could this be? How much would it cost to fix? I have a 2005 Dodge Stratus with a 2.7l engine, it is a used car. I have not had the car a year yet. Miles over 85, 000. Had emissions test and inspection of car in Mar… --- ## [My Dodge Stratus Overheats Constantly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-dodge-stratus-overheats-constantly/94327)
**Author:** [@ajaxmonkey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ajaxmonkey)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2016, 9:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-dodge-stratus-overheats-constantly/94327 "2016-08-08T21:31:19Z")
So I have a 2005 Dodge Stratus. It must be a year old model because most of the parts and engine wise are of the 2006 model. Well earlier in Feb/March I had to get my timing belt and heads changed due to the bending. Aft… --- ## [Unusual Stratus Issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/unusual-stratus-issue/93401)
**Author:** [@penpoint](https://community.cartalk.com/u/penpoint)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2016, 4:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/unusual-stratus-issue/93401 "2016-05-30T04:51:40Z")
Hello. My daughter's 2005 Dodge Stratus (2.7 I think) is giving an unusual problem on an intermittent basis. Sometimes when she cranks the car, the check engine and oil lights will stay on. She can put the car in gear an… --- ## [Starter Problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starter-problems/89926)
**Author:** [@zeke589](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zeke589)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2015, 7:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starter-problems/89926 "2015-05-15T19:46:52Z")
I have a 2005 Dodge Stratus. 2.7 Engine. It died the other day and wouldn't start up. I tried to jump it and noticed smoke coming from under the engine. When I checked the starter was burnt so I replaced it with a new on… --- ## [No Power to Fuel Pump after a Head Gasket Job --- DIYer in need of Good Advice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-power-to-fuel-pump-after-a-head-gasket-job-diyer-in-need-of-good-advice/89860)
**Author:** [@GoodParker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GoodParker)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2015, 4:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-power-to-fuel-pump-after-a-head-gasket-job-diyer-in-need-of-good-advice/89860 "2015-05-09T04:47:16Z")
Hey everyone. I have a bit of a tricky problem that I'm hoping is just some small oversight on my part. I've got the 2.4 L DHC 97 Stratus, 4 cylinder. I just finished a head gasket job and now I'm getting a crank, no … --- ## [Strut Replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strut-replacement/89680)
**Author:** [@stackerman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stackerman)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2015, 3:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strut-replacement/89680 "2015-04-17T03:04:05Z")
My daughter has a 05 Dodge Stratus with just over 100k miles. Shocks/Struts are all original so as expected due for replacement. This is now noticeable as she has "feathering" on the rear tires. I know that if I repla… --- ## [Stratus V6 2.7L White Smoke possible head gasket damage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stratus-v6-2-7l-white-smoke-possible-head-gasket-damage/88556)
**Author:** [@aldoaldo14](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aldoaldo14)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2015, 9:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stratus-v6-2-7l-white-smoke-possible-head-gasket-damage/88556 "2015-01-05T09:55:30Z")
Hello, I have a problem with my Stratus, its the 2005 V6 MotoR 2.7L 24 valves Chrysler LH (USA imported model) The problem started months ago when a piece that connect several hoses and it have the temperature sensor (… --- ## [Fuel injector issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-injector-issue/84348)
**Author:** [@MikejP](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikejP)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2014, 7:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-injector-issue/84348 "2014-04-09T07:03:02Z")
I have a 1999 Dodge Stratus in which I am having fuel injector issues with. A few weeks ago I replaced the #4 fuel injector with a new one and now the #4 fuel injector has failed again. What can cause this to happen? --- ## [Flashing Engine Light?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flashing-engine-light/82658)
**Author:** [@Mlday32](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mlday32)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2013, 8:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flashing-engine-light/82658 "2013-12-14T20:43:42Z")
I have a 2004 Dodge Stratus (165,000 Miles). The check engine light has been on for at least eight months. I took it to have it checked out and the mechanic said ''there is a very small crack in the exhaust line''. Well,… --- ## [Inspection diagnostic wont check](https://community.cartalk.com/t/inspection-diagnostic-wont-check/82258)
**Author:** [@NineInchNails1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NineInchNails1)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 18, 2013, 12:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/inspection-diagnostic-wont-check/82258 "2013-11-18T00:05:18Z")
I have a 2004 Dodge Stratus which I just brought in for inspection. When they connect that little handheld testing device (I guess for emissions, etc.) it confirms and O.K's all parameters except two. It doesn't say whet… --- ## [2005 Dodge Stratus 2.4L Sedan STX Hesitation & Not Always Turning Over](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-stratus-2-4l-sedan-stx-hesitation-not-always-turning-over/80942)
**Author:** [@selsmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/selsmith)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2013, 4:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-stratus-2-4l-sedan-stx-hesitation-not-always-turning-over/80942 "2013-08-16T16:27:01Z")
We have a 2005 Dodge Stratus with about 85k miles. Seem to have two problems not sure if they are related. It doesn't always kick over, it tries but won't always do it. Waiting a few minutes it will normally kick over. T… --- ## [2006 Dodge Stratus leak d/t hitting curb](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-stratus-leak-d-t-hitting-curb/80316)
**Author:** [@fendrbendr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fendrbendr)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2013, 6:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-stratus-leak-d-t-hitting-curb/80316 "2013-07-14T06:17:17Z")
I wonder if anyone has experience with this. I accidentally drove over a parking lot bumper this morning - ya know, the yellow ones at the head of parking spaces? Stupid me! The wheels went up onto it and as soon as they… [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/tag/stratus/115.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=stratus)