2004 Dodge Stratus Consumer Discussions

Car wont start

• Car wont start

  Written by: lhow3714 on Oct 31, 2011 8:59:52 AM

  I have a 2004 Dodge Stratus SE...ok i was driving home from work then my car started slowing down and it eventually stopped...i tried to start it back up but it would turn over but nothing else...my lights and everything else are still working it just wont start...anyone know what this could possible be

2004 Dodge Stratus Camshaft Position

• Re: 2004 Dodge Stratus Camshaft Position [geri24]

  Written by: hnn1 on Aug 3, 2011 11:39:57 PM

  After months with same problem finally I could pinpoint this problem!!!!, in some way cable harness become damaged with a very sharp corner of fuel rail on one of the cables of camshaft positions sensor, I'd remove all tape from harness on this corner (Just where the sensor cables go in to the harness) I check for damage and found one of the cables punctured, so when engine vibation was severe ... Read More

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• 2004 dodge stratus

  Written by: robert1979 on Jan 5, 2011 11:04:39 AM

  this car the heat blows cold when the headlights are on but if there off the heat blows hot what could this be???

• Re: 2004 dodge stratus horn......beware [sigmaman]

  Written by: crunchman on Mar 22, 2010 7:57:34 PM

  hey sigmaman, my '04 horn did the same thing while driving in a heavy rain. finally i just hit the horn for 20 or so seconds and that blew the water out of it. try that if u still have the old horn still on your car! ;)

2004 Dodge Stratus Camshaft Position

• IDENTIFY PART

  Written by: cherokeereg on Mar 8, 2010 10:22:40 AM

  2004 dodge stratus 2.4L identify part please gear that holds the timing belt, while replacing timing belt my son broke some teeth off this gear. I assume it's the upper cam gear, is this correct? need to identify to purchase replacement. please advise

• Re: 2004 Dodge Stratus Camshaft Position [misrpiggy]

  Written by: geri24 on Jul 21, 2009 7:13:22 AM

  A little while later my timing chain broke and when we fix that it stop doing the other so I guess it was the timing

• Re: 2004 Dodge Stratus Camshaft Position [geri24]

  Written by: misrpiggy on Jul 3, 2009 12:52:45 AM

  Hi, did you ever find out a solution to this problem? I've replaced my sensor twice, and with no results so I put the old one back on, after slightly wiping off the end of the cam and it seemed to help for a bit but I am having the problems again.. any help will help. thank you

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• Re: 2004 Stratus Will Not Start [trisha9]

  Written by: jan125 on Mar 15, 2009 10:24:25 AM

  ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS IN DODGE STRATUS -- ONE SOLUTION. For 1-1/2 years, my 2000 Dodge Stratus frequently cut off while driving and/or would not start. I had replaced almost everything ($1,000+) until I almost had a new engine but still had the problem. As a last effort before pouring gas over the car and lighting it, I took my car to a part-time mechanic who worked from his home. He found the ... Read More

• 2004 Dodge Stratus Factory Service Manual

  Written by: crash227 on Oct 27, 2008 7:11:32 PM

  I am looking for the best deal on a Factory Service Manual. It seems like the CD version costs about $140.00. Is there a better deal out there somewhere? I've outgrown my Haynes Repair Manual and the free online data at Auto Zone and other Web sites.

• 2.7 Engine

  Written by: bernsax on Feb 18, 2008 5:06:00 PM

  I bought my college daughter a 2004 Dodge Stratus with the 2.7 engine. It now has 40,000 miles on it. I didn't really do the research on this engine before I bought it and now all I hear what a bad engine it is from car experts. I'm curious if there are any people who use this site that have put a least 100,000 miles on this engine without the sludge ... Read More

2004 Dodge Stratus Camshaft Position

• Re: 2004 Dodge Stratus Camshaft Position [geri24]

  Written by: ccrooks2007 on Dec 29, 2007 1:48:12 PM

  i had the same prob. disconnect battery for 10 minutes, this will reset the computer. You can try this. if it doesnt work then check your EGR vaulve. Or the throtle positioning sensor. some times it takes the computer a while to relearn itself. hope this helps..........

• 2004 Dodge Stratus Camshaft Position

  Written by: geri24 on Dec 29, 2007 1:20:15 PM

  I have a 2004 Dodge Stratus with a 2.4 DOHC motor and the check engine is on and when I read it It says Camshaft Position sensor A bank 1 CKT Intermittent I have replaced the Camshaft Sensor and Now the light wont go off If u push donw on the gas the car acts like its not getting any gas and jerks and then goes and does that every so ... Read More

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• 2004 Dodge Stratus - Gas Light dropping to E with plenty of Gas

  Written by: vausbie on Dec 6, 2007 12:11:37 PM

• 2004 Dodge Stratus - Gas Light dropping to E with plenty of Gas

  Written by: vausbie on Dec 6, 2007 12:11:37 PM

  I have a 2004 Dodge Stratus and every so often while driving the Gas Gauge beeps and then moves to E then back to the line of gas remaining. Can you tell me what is going on?

• Maintenance Schedule: Change the alternator and drive belt at 60,000 miles

  Written by: automotivebuff on Nov 23, 2006 9:26:39 PM

  I bought my former company car, a 2004 Stratus with a 2.7 liter V-6, with 66,000 miles on it for my daughter and I noted in the owner's manual that the alternator and drive belt should be changed at 60,000 miles, which should be a considerable expense. Has anyone put on considerable mileage beyond 60k without any problems with this 2.7 engine? Or is there a high incidence rate of alt. ... Read More

• Re: Fuel Injector Problem (again) [3rdstratus]

  Written by: sxtstratus2004 on Nov 16, 2006 8:03:37 AM

  I realize you posted this back in July, but I just found this website. Wasn't there a recall on the 2004 Dodge Stratus fuel injector? I just found on another website, well I looked up recalls because I own a 2004 Dodge Stratus, and the fuel injector is the only one that came up. Just curious if that would be covered or not.

• IMPORTANT TSB!!!!!! (Technical Service Bulletin)

  Written by: sigmaman on Jun 23, 2006 9:09:16 AM

  I own a 2004 Dodge Stratus SE V6. My vehicle has had bad idling and the engine would cut off and oil light would come on in heavy traffic. If anybody has this problem, the power train control module probably needs to be updated. This Technical Service Bulletin just got released sometime within the last month. I know I am not the only one that has had this problem. It is ... Read More

• Re: Very Rough Idle on 2004 Dodge Stratus SXT [ykyrre]

  Written by: gonogo on May 11, 2006 12:03:40 PM

  Bad ignition wires are common on the Stratus, even fail while still under warranty.

• Re: Very Rough Idle on 2004 Dodge Stratus SXT [sad04stratus]

  Written by: ykyrre on May 7, 2006 2:53:12 PM

  I had same thing on my o4 stratus. After they replaced ignit cable (plug wires), it has been fine. :)

• Re: 2004 dodge stratus popping sound when accelerating from zero [sigmaman]

  Written by: sad04stratus on May 5, 2006 9:12:47 AM

  I totally agree about the recalls... I've had my 2004 Stratus SXT in the shop 10 FULL DAYS just this year. Once it hit 2 years old, it all went to hell. I keep taking it to the dealer for the rough idle and they keep telling me they don't feel it... well it shakes so bad I feel like its going to explode... and they can't feel that???? To them ... Read More

• 2004 dodge stratus popping sound when accelerating from zero

  Written by: sigmaman on May 5, 2006 5:10:29 AM

  Hello I have a 2004 dodge stratus with 36K miles. Since the day I got the car I have heard a popping sound near the engine when accelerating from zero. It is only a single popping sound and it get very annoying. Anybody know whats going on??? And yes my stratus also has rough idles at red lights and will surge at times when in a drive thru after I apply ... Read More

• Re: Very Rough Idle on 2004 Dodge Stratus SXT [weaver14]

  Written by: sad04stratus on Apr 7, 2006 10:03:27 AM

  Thanks for the reply! Sounds like we have the same thing going on here. (by the way, my last name is Weaver!LOL)I will keep in mind what you had mentioned... My stratus is actually at the shop today again to see what the problem is (again). One problem I had was a bad sway bar that needs replaced, the other problem is the eratic idling (again). I'm just waiting to hear ... Read More

• Re: Very Rough Idle on 2004 Dodge Stratus SXT [sad04stratus]

  Written by: weaver14 on Apr 7, 2006 7:25:20 AM

  My 2004 Dodge Stratus does the EXACT SAME THING. But my engine light doesn't come on, and it goes away after driving for 10 minutes or so. When i first start it up, it will have RPMs in the 1500-2000 range (i think thats high) and when it goes into reverse it drops to about 800-900 and its rough. There is a lot of vibration in the steering wheel. If I ... Read More

• Very Rough Idle on 2004 Dodge Stratus SXT

  Written by: sad04stratus on Apr 4, 2006 11:47:33 AM

  I have a 2004 Dodge Stratus SXT coupe, it has 28,000 miles on it. In January, I noticed that when I would go to warm up my car in the mornings, it was really hesitant to start. Then shortly after that I noticed that whenever I am idling, it is very rough. I drove it for a while, thinking it would go away. My engine light came on and we took ... Read More

• whining in an '04

  Written by: bluebaby04 on Dec 29, 2005 3:49:23 PM

  i have a 2004 4-cyl. dodge stratus sxt. i notice a very annoying whinning sound when driving on the highway after driving bout 15-20 mins after going 50-60....anyone know anything ? im scheduled to bring it in to the dealership next week, but was just wondering if anyone else has had this problem? thank you, happy new year everyone !

• Smelly heat etc etc etc.............

  Written by: sigmaman on Dec 20, 2005 1:01:27 PM

  Its been a while since I've been on here. I own a 2004 Dodge stratus SE 2.7 V6 w/ 30K miles. Lately when I turn on the heat, theres this nasty musty odor that I can smell. Do I need to clear the vents out or are there any other suggestions? P.S. Yes my stratus also has the famous "creaking sound" when I turn my wheel espcially when slowing down to ... Read More

• 04 Stratus ES Oil Light While Idleing

  Written by: rytylemieux on Dec 3, 2005 8:48:23 AM

  I have a 2004 Dodge Stratus ES with a 2.7 liter 4 cylinder engine. and when i stop at a red light or the car is running but in park the oil light comes on. I have never owned a car that does this. I purchased it as a program car. it had 36000 miles on it and now has about 37500, as you can see ive had it for about ... Read More

• Rough idle 2004 Stratus

  Written by: ralph13 on Nov 14, 2005 3:11:21 PM

  I have a 2004 Dodge Stratus V6 2.7 Litre. Bought it with 18,000 miles on it. Now at 32,000 miles, when coming to a complete stop the engine runs smooth for about 20 seconds then it starts to idle rough. It doesn't happen when the engine is cold, but only after it is warmed up. Is this common? Any advise would be much appreicated. Thank You,

• Re: 2004 Dodge Stratus [sigmaman]

  Written by: affiredawg on Sep 10, 2005 11:11:34 AM

  I have a 2004 stratus that does the same thing and I took it to the dodge dealership and they said the couldn't figure out what was wrong. I was wondering if you got yours fixed and if so what did they do?

• lowering springs

  Written by: rmansapit on Sep 3, 2005 7:38:15 PM

  I have a 2004 dodge stratus sxt sedan. Is there any lowering kits I can put on my car? Eibach discontinued there's.

• Re: 2004 Dodge Stratus [mellowde]

  Written by: joe3891 on Aug 2, 2005 9:45:39 AM

  How does your # 30 do at -20 F, talk about ruining an engine real fast, the oil pump will not pickup the oil and will burn out all the bearings. Change the oil every 1k , what a waste in a modern fuel injected engine. :)

• Re: 2004 dodge stratus horn......beware [sigmaman]

  Written by: mellowde on Jul 31, 2005 10:39:47 AM

  You are absolutely right. Driving in a mud puddle caused mine to do the same thing. How can you avoid that? I've considered relocating the horn entirely.

• Re: 2004 Dodge Stratus [sigmaman]

  Written by: mellowde on Jul 31, 2005 10:35:07 AM

  I only use a high quality 30 weight oil (one with detergent). The mileage will decrease slightly, but the engine will last at least twice as long. The maker can not tell you that because they need to specify the multiweight oil to keep their epa mileage figures high enough to pass muster under fed law. Don't ever expect a multiweight oil to do the job of a good 30 weight ... Read More

• Re: 2004 Dodge Stratus [sigmaman]

  Written by: wheelman on Jul 22, 2005 3:53:43 AM

  Sigmaman, engines die for lack of fuel, air or spark. If the problem was oil loss, you might wind up with a 700 pound paperweight under the hood. Go to the NHTSA.gov website and see what recalls and complaints are registered by other owners of your model. Intermittent stalling leads me to check electrical first and fuel system second. The Wheelman

• Re: 2004 Stratus Coupe R/T problems [pensfan]

  Written by: wheelman on Jul 22, 2005 3:41:01 AM

  Pensfan, symptons are fuel/ fuel pump issue. Go to the NHTSA.gov website. Look at vehicle recalls. Dodge has issued 2 recalls on fuel pumps, connectors and tubing for the 2004 Stratus and is sister car, Sebring. The Wheelman

• 2004 dodge stratus horn......beware

  Written by: sigmaman on Jul 12, 2005 12:41:22 PM

  Just some advise for anybody with a 2004 dodge stratus. I recently washed my stratus and somehow some moisture has gotten into the horn which is located in the very front of the car on the passenger side at the bottom below the headlight. I think this is due to me spraying directly at it with water at the time not knowing where the horn was located. Ever since then the ... Read More

• Re: 2004 Dodge Stratus [sigmaman]

  Written by: joe3891 on Jul 11, 2005 11:31:35 AM

  2004 22K Warranty :)

• 2004 Stratus Check Engine Light

  Written by: bstro on Jul 11, 2005 9:28:11 AM

  I have a 2004 Dodge Stratus with approx 34K miles. The problem I have is that when it gets hot outside (above 90 deg. F.) the check engine light comes on. There is no indication that the engine is overheating because the thermostat reads normal. Even after the car has sat for awhile and cooled off, when restarted, the check engine light remains lit until driven for approx. 15 minutes, then ... Read More

• Re: 2004 Dodge Stratus [sigmaman]

  Written by: lngtonge18 on Jul 9, 2005 11:15:04 PM

  I don't think you should be worrying about the oil pressure light. You need to look into why the engine is cutting off. And the oil viscosity has nothing to do with that. You have some other problem going on here.

• 2004 Dodge Stratus

  Written by: sigmaman on Jul 9, 2005 1:11:04 PM

  Hello....I own a 2004 dodge stratus 2.7 V6 which currently has 22,000 miles on it. Every now and then when I am in stop and go traffic and I stop, my engine will cut off and the oil pressure light will come on. I use 5w- 30 motor oil. I'm guessing that 5w-30 oil doesn't have enough viscosity therefore the oil pressure light comes on. Should I switch to 10w-30 to ... Read More

• 2004 Stratus "Creaking Noise"

  Written by: thundergod76 on Jun 1, 2004 6:30:49 PM

  Hey everyone! I have a 2004 Dodge Stratus SXT sedan with 5700 miles on it. When the car is in gear with the brake applied, I hear a creaking noise from the front whenever I turn the steering wheel either to the left or right. If the car is in park WITHOUT the brake applied and I turn the wheel I hear nothing. I bought it with 4700 miles on it ... Read More

• 2004 Stratus Coupe R/T problems

  Written by: pensfan on Mar 23, 2004 8:10:54 AM

  I would like to find out if anyone else is having problems with this car. The problem I am having is after you start the car and let run for a few min, shut off the car and let it sit for 30 min. I get a noise on the restart of the car. The noise sounds like metal rubbing metal also like a pump is running dry.The noise comes from ... Read More

• Annoying whine

  Written by: jal012773 on Jan 14, 2004 12:28:14 PM

  My wife and I just purchased a 2004 Stratus R/T sedan. Beautiful car, good handling, good comfort. We have noticed an annoying whine in the motor that increases in volume with the reving of the engine. The dealer has put two new alternators on the car to fix the problem, but the whine is still there. The mechanic told me the whine is characteristic of the R/T. That seems strange considering ... Read More