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    ATF

    in Chrysler's TC by Maserati

    Posted · Edited by rmtroutman (see edit history)

    My '90 TC, number 5567, was manufactured  in Oct. '89, and it too has the same part number and use Dexron II imprinted on the dipstick.  I agree, with earlier comments, use only Mopar ATF +3 or +4. Use of Dexron transmission fluid will not give satisfactory performance in the Ultradrive transmission. 

    Front Turn Signal Bulbs (front bumper)

    in Chrysler's TC by Maserati

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    The TC has two bulbs behind the amber lens below the front bumper. The outer is the turn signal bulb, a number 1156 ( single contact), the inner bulb is the parking light, a number 67. The number 2057 bulb ( double contact ), is used in the rear lights as as a combination stop and tail light.

    Corrosion is usually the reason the contacts fail. I've found using a small amount of dielectric grease on the contacts helps keep

    moisture from forming the corrosion that leads to failure.

    Brake Pressure Switch

    in Chrysler's TC by Maserati

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    Digger,...l went to Amazon and found the brake pressure switch, Delco 25530882, you refer to, but in checking " does it fit ", they claim it DOES NOT fit a 1990 Chrysler TC Maserati. Have you any information saying that it will?

    I'd hate to spend $89.19 on a part that's not useable.

    Any comments?

    blown head gasket

    in Chrysler's TC by Maserati

    Posted

    I had a similar problem with my '90 TC V-6, where it would be running on the cold side most of the time. Traced it to a faulty thermostat

    that was stuck open about a quarter inch. I replaced it with a new 195 degree thermostat and since then it has always maintained

    a temperature about mid-scale. Check the functioning of your thermostat. It may be stuck partially open when cold. I hope this helps.

    remote door opener

    in Chrysler's TC by Maserati

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    Les, if your '90 TC had a remote door opener, it must have been an aftermarket add-on, such as the remote starters some cars have. I have a '90 TC, and I have never seen any reference to a remote for the door locks either in the owners manual or service manual. I have seen kits for remote door locks, with fobs, but these are not factory installed options.

    Is there any chance you could salvage the old system from your wrecked TC and fit it to your new one? This may be your only option or be like the rest of us and use the key.

    Thermostat

    in Chrysler's TC by Maserati

    Posted · Edited by rmtroutman (see edit history)

    Budtee, you shouldn't need to drill a hole in the thermostat flange, if you buy one with a jiggle pin valve. Most Japanese and American cars have been using this type for years. Remember, the copper pellet of the jiggle pin should face the engine and it should be at the top of the installed thermostat ( twelve o'clock position). Check www.RockAuto.com for thermostats for your engine. They have many different brands, operating temperatures, and some with jiggle pins (MotoRad premium).

    I hope this helps.

    TC 4 gang power window switch

    in Chrysler's TC by Maserati

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    Success! I tried the advice of BobFitz and ordered some contact cleaner. I used it on the 4 gang master power window

    switch in my '90 TC and it worked like a charm. Full function of the switch was restored! Much cheaper solution than replacing the switch, if you can even find one.

    The cleaner I ordered was Hosa D5S-6 Deoxit Contact Cleaner Spray. The cheapest I found, was from zZounds.com. Item number HOS D5S-6.

    Less than $15.00 for a 5 oz. spray can plus $1.99 shipping. So... don't replace it, clean it!

    Thanks for all the great advice from everyone.

    Bob

    TC 4 gang power window switch

    in Chrysler's TC by Maserati

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    Hi Bob, Thanks for the info on the used 4 gang window switch on Ebay; however, I think I've found a better solution.

    RockAuto has a new replacement 4 gang switch, Chrysler part no. 4373219, made by Standard Motor Products, for $87.97.

    It fits the '89 New Yorker and has the chrome buttons, but otherwise appears to be an exact match. The buttons

    are part of the switch case and not the actual switch mechanism, so they can easily be exchanged. At least a new

    switch, hopefully, will last another 25 years.

    Thanks again for your help.

    Bob

    TC 4 gang power window switch

    in Chrysler's TC by Maserati

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    Hi Larry, I pulled the woodgrain window switch surround out of the door panel. The window switch has four black push button switches in a rectangular black plastic housing. The door lock switch is a separate single switch located sideways next to the window switch, but is not part of the window switch. The window switch is held in place by two small screws, one at the top and one at the bottom. All the window switches work except the upper left switch for the drivers window. The switch works to put the window down, but not up. After some playing with the switch I was able to get the window to go up. It appears the trouble is in the switch contacts. The wiring and switch pins holding it to the connector appear good.

    I would like to find a replacement switch assembly, if possible.

    If you have a replacement for this four button switch, let me know.

    Thanks,

    Bob

    Thermostat

    in Chrysler's TC by Maserati

    Posted

    The service manual calls for the 195 degree thermostat, but I read somewhere that the 180 degree thermostat will yield better gas mileage. Can anyone confirm this? I've been using the 195 and never have had a problem with the engine running hot.

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