1997 Dodge Intrepid Consumer Discussions

Dodge Intrepid Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 1997 dodge intrepid 3.3 no spark [john374]

  Written by: p_stjean on Dec 17, 2009 2:02:03 AM

  if you still have the car and still doing the same thing i have a 94 3.3 and had that same problem when i change the timing sensor the motor will turn and should start

• Re: 1997 dodge intrepid 3.3 no spark [john374]

  Written by: james234 on Oct 15, 2009 9:44:34 AM

  my 1998 did the same exact thing - it was the computer

• 1997 dodge intrepid 3.3 no spark

  Written by: john374 on Sep 20, 2009 5:29:33 PM

  Replaced both head gaskets. Now I do not get any spark. error code 125455. Autozone told me that error code 54 meant that my distributor was bad, HA HA "97" 3.3s did not have a distributor. Cleared the code and tried to restart, error code 125455 came back. Had plenty of spark before replacing the head gaskets. Please help if you can. Thank you in advance for your anticipated response. Respectfully ... Read More

Dodge Intrepid

• Re: Dodge Intrepid "vmode" [rdr3]

  Written by: rcbtvl on Aug 9, 2009 6:49:27 PM

  So VMODE makes it qualify for 1996 but makes it not qualify for 1997? Can anyone make sense of this? Thanks

• Re: Dodge Intrepid "vmode" [ebvb]

  Written by: rdr3 on Aug 4, 2009 10:25:23 AM

  Sorry, it DOES NOT QUALIFY: (Info accessed at 1:22 PM, August 4, 2009) Info from web site copied DIRECTLY below: http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/CarsResult1.jsp?column=1&id=13626 Select Your Trade-in Vehicle Model Year: 1997 Make: Dodge Model: Intrepid Automatic 4-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L, Regular Gasoline, (FFS) , VMODE CLKUP Regular Engine Size 3.5 L Cylinders 6 Transmission Automatic 4-spd Drive Front-Wheel Drive Options (FFS), VMODE CLKUP Vehicle Category Passenger Car Combined MPG 19 Qualifies for CARS? ... Read More

• Re: Dodge Intrepid "vmode" [rnittany]

  Written by: rdr3 on Aug 3, 2009 11:14:56 PM

  I too have wasted untold hours on finding out what this VMODE crap is. If it is indeed also called the "AutoStick," according to my 1997 Intrepid manual (pg. 109-110 for anyone who still has theirs) the VMODE can be found on both the center console AND on the column. However, this does not necessarily mean (again, according to the manual) that if your car as the shift on the column ... Read More

• Re: 97 Dodge Intrepid [chebo]

  Written by: smithed on Nov 19, 2008 10:15:28 AM

  The 2001 and 1997 are two different types of intrepids. The original LH models (Intrepid/Vision/Concorde) run ended with the 1997 models. The second generation started with the 1998s. The engines are completely different. I think changing the 3.2 into a 1997 would be a lot of trouble. You need to get an engine from one of the first generation models.

• Vibration

  Written by: maxwedge on Jun 17, 2008 3:28:26 PM

  I have a 1997 Dodge Intrepid with the 3.5 liter engine with 104,000 miles on the odometer. It has been a great car but recently it has developed a slight vibration between 55-70 mph the worse right at 62 mph. I had the tires rotated and checked to see if they were out of balance and everything checked out OK. What should I be looking for? Any suggestions would be greatly ... Read More

• 1997 Dodge Intrepid ES

  Written by: bstnsportsfan3 on Feb 7, 2007 12:33:20 PM

  I have a 1997 Dodge Intrepid ES with about 105,200 miles. i do know that my back breaks are 90% worn and am saving up to fix them. but i have noticed now when i i turn that the steeting wheel squeeks and its kinda high pitched and annoying....does anyone know what this is!???

• Timing Belt???

  Written by: bstnsportsfan3 on May 8, 2006 3:42:15 PM

  I have a 1997 dodge intrepid ES that i bought in january and it had 100,050 miles for 2,800. it currently has 101,500 and i havent changed the timing belt yet...does any one know when (like Miles wise)that i should get this changed and where i can find a good cheap one to have my mechanice install???

• Timing Belt

  Written by: buyer777 on Jan 5, 2004 6:14:34 PM

  I have a 1997 Dodge intrepid, is their a timing belt or chain? And when does it need to be replaced..I have 77,000 miles.

• A problem with the brakes, ABS sensors or what?

  Written by: alpx29 on Jun 1, 2002 10:57:03 AM

  Hello! I am trying to find an answer for a problem with my Dodge Intrepid 1997 ES. It is about the brakes. Sometimes the brakes seem to get stuck in the braking position when pushed too much at a stop. Thus, the front wheels get very very hot even after running at slow speeds and without using the brakes too much or at all. The car still runs thanks to its ... Read More

• 2001 Dodge Intrepid SE?

  Written by: homer61388 on Jul 20, 2001 10:08:21 AM

  After looking at a used 1997 Eagle Vision TSi at my local Dodge dealer for my wife I finally have decided to pass on it. It seemed nice and all but I wasn't sure about reliability and resale value after driving it for 3 years or so. So I decided to look at something else. I saw a 2001 Intrepid with Steel Blue pearl coat and the nice looking alloy sixteen ... Read More

• Bison

  Written by: abbanat on Jul 2, 2001 9:12:47 AM

  I have a '96 Intrepid ES with 3.5 liter but no autostick. These cars do not have a great reliability history. Here is what I have had repaired in the 27k miles I've owned (I bought the car with 55k miles). 1.) Transmission failure at 60k miles. Very expensive repair 2.) Steering bushings replaced due to extremely loose steering. Inexpensive repair 3.) Head gaskets replaced due to oil leak. Moderately expensive ... Read More

• 1997 Intrepid?

  Written by: cwertz on Oct 15, 2000 5:07:14 AM

  Hey folks, I am looking to buy a used car. I was looking at a 1997 Dodge Intrepid. It has 31,000 miles, V6, 3.3liter. The price I was originally quoted was $9,100 but I just talked with the salesman and he lowered the price to $8,400. If I or someone else does not buy it by next Friday, he is taking it to an auction. Also, this car has never been ... Read More

• Don't build 'em like they used to.

  Written by: andre1969 on Aug 24, 2000 2:19:26 PM

  This really applies to everything, from electronic appliances, furniture, automobiles, lawn equipment...you name it. When emale said "cars today just aren't built like they used to be", I think he was generally refering to the typical 80's/90's car vs the typical 50's/60's/70's car, or 80's car using 70's technology. In addition to my 2000 Intrepid, I also have a 1989 Plymouth Gran Fury with 112,000 miles, a 1968 Dodge Dart with ... Read More

• Group Demographics

  Written by: davidu on Aug 3, 2000 4:23:13 PM

  trep 2000- The Champagne never would have been my a choice after looking at the brochure, but I sure fell in love with the Champagne/Camel combo when I saw one in person. fastdriver- Thanks for the link, you should be on the Psychic friends network for correctly guessing my next question!! Being a regular lurker in the 300M forum as well, I was quite intrigued with the recent "demographic poll" that ... Read More