I have an 05 Pacifica 3.8 FWD. I bought it from my sister for $500.00. She would never drive it out of Ft. Lauderdale. The second weak that I had it, I did a tune up, changed the oil, etc and drove it to GA. It have been my everyday vehicle. So far I've changed the entire cooling system, rear suspension, starter, 3 motor mounts, tension pulley, ignition actuator, brakes (when needed) power steering pressure hose. I took it to the shop for alignment, AC compressor and evaporator, Right front Axel, & water pump. This July we took it to NC, smooth ride. I've even installed a class III tow Hitch to pull my trailer.
If your shift lever get stuck in park, it's not the transmission. Plastic part with small spring that allows lever move is broken. Replace part (25.00) with cast iron instead of plastic part (pink). Have to take complete shifting area apart. RUclips has video on this. I'm not a mechanic but successfully did the replacement.
I have an 07 4.0L limited AWD. My brother and I do most of the work on the car. We did a tune up and noticed oil on the spark plugs. We had to replace the gasket on the vale covers. Wasn't that bad to do. We replaced the cheap plastic part that shifts the transmission. It's a great wagon.
My 2008 Pacifica was built in November 2007, and it's been a wonderful car. I take very good care of it, and have never had issues. It's styling is unique, the performance is good, the fit and finish look fine to me, the interior is very nice. It is in Chrysler's " Bright Silver" paint which shows up in a parking lot as the lightest, most reflective of the cars. The leather seats are holding up very well and are comfortable. I've had no mechanical nor rusting problems and am pleased with this nice car. I did replace the plastic transmission interlock with a cast aluminum one a few years ago. I love my car!
This past spring, my father sold my old car, got himself a Buick, and gave me his '06 Pacifica that he owned since 2010. It had 138k miles on it with surprisingly minimal rust aside from a little near the right headlight and stains on the tailgate. Since you mentioned the cradle I might have to check on that as I do live in WI where salt has claimed many cars (like my father's '93 cherokee). Right now it sits near 141k miles with no issues. Everything you mentioned surprisingly functions as normal like the heated seats. One concern though I have in mind is over how many miles can a pacifica last on average?
I have been in radiator manufacturing and that's PRETTY EARLY for a radiator to die. Not saying it doesn't happen. But as SOON AS you mentioned the heater core dying.... you COULD HAVE fixed it early by putting a flush mixture in it a couple times and SAVED BOTH. The throttle body isn't actually very hard to fix at all. Just an aersol can of throttle body cleaner, toothbrush and some rags. HOPEFULLY there's no gaskets or strange crap involved, but they're usually quite easy. It's also a REAL PROBLEM on 20 YEARS of Mercedes-Benz to do with the plastic arms breaking on those. And the way to stop that is cleaning the throttle body.
The thing didn’t start for 6 months. Ground cable to the transmission fixed it for awhile. The ignition actuator was the problem the second time around.
The older Pacifica is more of an suv not a mini fan. The new one is a mini van. They consider these older ones a crossover sport wagon actually. Anyway somehow I have the 2005 Pacifica touring, and 216k miles. Somehow never had any crazy leak or car starting trouble or battery trouble or anything lol. Knocks on wood
I've realized that Chrysler's has had issues with transmissions and their 4 cylinders, but now Chrysler is either using the ZF 8 or 9 speed auto which is more reliable than any of the Chrysler designed transmissions. My grandmother's 2014 T&C has had transmission issues around 100k miles but the Pentastar V6 is very reliable and powerful. Last week she just received a 2020 Pacifica Limited and it's very nice and smooth.
my parents used to own one, they got it for like 5k a couple years after it was new, and when it was new it was 40k ish. It lasted us like 7 years before we traded it in for pretty much nothing. Idk why they traded it in, but my parents usually decide to get rid of a car right after it has any major issues or leaves them stranded.
I don`t know how you got so lucky. My daughter gave me her 04 pacifica Been nothing but problems since day one. wiring harness replaced. then several times it had power to everything but no crank. wiring again same thing 3 more times. the only power outlet that works is the one in back seat middle console. power steering pulley broke. coming out of parking garage it just started hit the gas nothing let off hit again 2 or 3 more times then it would go. thats been going on about 18 months now. driver front turn signal quit working but driver rear works.NOT the blub. now susposedly the engine computer needs replaced. I`m sure I forgot a few things. Other than that it`s been a great piece of crap.....I live in Indiana have not had the engine fall out yet...
I also have a 2004 model i put 4 different kinds of oil in it, ive took it down turkey trails with some big rocks, had to replace the front struts 3 times and put a new exhaust wire because it was corroded to shit. I currently have around 400 pounds of tools in the back, traction control turns on whenever it wants too, ay button does not work on the movie player, and my seat heaters turn on when ever they like. I really enjoy beating it to death and all the electrical problems has always been a dodge and chrysler problem. Thankful for having a reliable engine
Never had mirror problems, heating core is fine, but my exhaust wire was so corroded that the car would not move if i pressed the gas. Overall still like it
I have just bought a 2007 Chrysler Pacifica this summer. It has the 4 liter v6 with a 6 speed transmission. Let me tell you, this combo is 100 x better than the 3.5 with the 4 speed. Also, Chrysler seemed to update a lot of their coatings including rust and engine cradle. This makes them last longer
I just bought a 2007 version I admit it was only $1000 used but immediately it doesn’t start after my test drive and purchase rn it has a messed up alignment and other minor issues do to the recent owner(s) I’m just curious what to expect and to know if it’s actually reliable long term for a family vehicle or not
Had my '04 for a few years now. Had numerous things that needed repair. Battery, alternator, belt tensioner bearing, radiator, ignition coil, brakes, shift knob, door handle - and there has always been alerts for tire pressures and airbag. More recently the check engine lights up sometimes... as does the oil light. When the car had to be taken for inspection the check engine light just happened to turn off for long enough to get it through inspection. Basically, its the beater car - which gets you from point A to point B... just have to ignore the alerts. :)
Battery, ignition coils, brakes dont need repair, they are regular maintenance issues. Door knob, alerts, shift nob, who cares Alternators on olderr ccars is extremely common, and usually not expensive to replace.Radiator, did you use good anti freeze? Ck engine lite is often a sensor, cheap and easy to replace. For a car that old, 15 yrs, I would say u are doing pretty good actually
My mom had an 06 Pacifica, had it for as long as I can remember. Engine burnt out at 120,000 miles and never started back up. I have no idea how or why it burnt out.
Interesting to hear about the sub frame underneath the engine. I just bought a 2005 Grandmother owned that's been in California it's whole life but mainly in the beach area that also is rusting out?? Also noticed rust around the back hatch area. I enjoy driving it done some modifications intake chip and exhaust average 24.6 gallons and running 345hp from the standard 250ph to make it a cool dad mobile.
Im in san diego. If you are right close to the beach, the salt air will rust, but it doesnt affect the bottom areas. If not near the beach, Ca is one of the best places for no rust. This video is overhyped by the guy, the problems he mentioned are picky, except the trans shifting hard. The 6 speed is expensive to rebuild, not the 4 speed. I just bought an 06 with 4 speed and I think Im gonna keep it based on this video. k Im wondering what mods you did exactly? I would like to up my HP, especially if Im gonna wind up towing stuff. Hope I get a reply, thanks
Back east, rusting on the bottom is so common they have you go thru a rust safety check They dont have that in Ca. In fact, I have read about people actually putting their foot thru a rusted out floor.
don't have a pacifica but my dad's 2012 dodge durango had one of the engine mounts go out at about 120,000 miles just last year. so definitely seems like a common thing with chryslers
Do not plan to buy any model year of the older, Chrysler Pacifica crossover wagon, because this is even worst than the Dodge Journey, which replaced it. Plan to buy a newer, Chrysler Town & Country minivan instead, but without the flex-fuel technology.
Man I've wanted a 05-07 Pacifica for years now. I am going to get one come tax time. Edit: you shouldn't go through a battery every 2-3 years!!!! Wtf???
Heated seat? Ha, so cal, we dont use them. GUy says its been pretty reliable mechanically, then gets into it and says there is not really anything in here to complain about. Hmmmm, so whats the problem???? Ice on tranny linkage, who cares, Im in so cal
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I have an 05 Pacifica 3.8 FWD. I bought it from my sister for $500.00. She would never drive it out of Ft. Lauderdale. The second weak that I had it, I did a tune up, changed the oil, etc and drove it to GA. It have been my everyday vehicle. So far I've changed the entire cooling system, rear suspension, starter, 3 motor mounts, tension pulley, ignition actuator, brakes (when needed) power steering pressure hose. I took it to the shop for alignment, AC compressor and evaporator, Right front Axel, & water pump. This July we took it to NC, smooth ride. I've even installed a class III tow Hitch to pull my trailer.
MAINTENANCE ❤️. I love it.
If your shift lever get stuck in park, it's not the transmission. Plastic part with small spring that allows lever move is broken. Replace part (25.00) with cast iron instead of plastic part (pink). Have to take complete shifting area apart. RUclips has video on this. I'm not a mechanic but successfully did the replacement.
That is great to know for just in case. Thanks for sharing!
I didn't buy one. Just drill a hole in it somewhere that works for the spring. Mine didn't completely explode. Maybe I'm the exception.
I have an 07 4.0L limited AWD. My brother and I do most of the work on the car. We did a tune up and noticed oil on the spark plugs. We had to replace the gasket on the vale covers. Wasn't that bad to do. We replaced the cheap plastic part that shifts the transmission. It's a great wagon.
My 2008 Pacifica was built in November 2007, and it's been a wonderful car. I take very good care of it, and have never had issues. It's styling is unique, the performance is good, the fit and finish look fine to me, the interior is very nice. It is in Chrysler's " Bright Silver" paint which shows up in a parking lot as the lightest, most reflective of the cars. The leather seats are holding up very well and are comfortable. I've had no mechanical nor rusting problems and am pleased with this nice car. I did replace the plastic transmission interlock with a cast aluminum one a few years ago. I love my car!
TPMS issue is usually on the tire when it has a weak battery. Not necessarily the TPMS module inside the Pacifica.
This past spring, my father sold my old car, got himself a Buick, and gave me his '06 Pacifica that he owned since 2010. It had 138k miles on it with surprisingly minimal rust aside from a little near the right headlight and stains on the tailgate. Since you mentioned the cradle I might have to check on that as I do live in WI where salt has claimed many cars (like my father's '93 cherokee). Right now it sits near 141k miles with no issues. Everything you mentioned surprisingly functions as normal like the heated seats. One concern though I have in mind is over how many miles can a pacifica last on average?
I own a 04 awd pacifica i have put 222,000 plus miles.its been a reliable car for me with regular maintenance.
Did you ever change your timing belt?
@@OffGridUrb at 198000
I like that chrysler pacifica much more than many of the current SUV models, older simpler
Yeah, it’s a good car imo.
I remember the lady who was late for work and destroyed the shit out of this car. You know, the cop chase 😂
I have been in radiator manufacturing and that's PRETTY EARLY for a radiator to die. Not saying it doesn't happen. But as SOON AS you mentioned the heater core dying.... you COULD HAVE fixed it early by putting a flush mixture in it a couple times and SAVED BOTH. The throttle body isn't actually very hard to fix at all. Just an aersol can of throttle body cleaner, toothbrush and some rags. HOPEFULLY there's no gaskets or strange crap involved, but they're usually quite easy. It's also a REAL PROBLEM on 20 YEARS of Mercedes-Benz to do with the plastic arms breaking on those. And the way to stop that is cleaning the throttle body.
My dad has a 2005 Chrysler Pacifica and it has 200,000 miles on the 3.5 L v6 AWD and he still drives it every day
Did he ever change his timing belt?
I'm at 275k. Had the timing belt replaced when water pump went out 2yrs ago. I'm fairly certain that was at 220k miles. 2006 Pacifica with 3.5L.
The thing didn’t start for 6 months. Ground cable to the transmission fixed it for awhile. The ignition actuator was the problem the second time around.
Love the typical car reviews! Just as interesting to watch about someone's daily
The Pacifica is always my favorite looking minivan but I'd never own any Chrysler
The older Pacifica is more of an suv not a mini fan. The new one is a mini van. They consider these older ones a crossover sport wagon actually. Anyway somehow I have the 2005 Pacifica touring, and 216k miles. Somehow never had any crazy leak or car starting trouble or battery trouble or anything lol. Knocks on wood
Was your timing belt ever changed?
Mine is titled as a truck.
My 06 Pacifica runs good. I’ve replaced the struts and starter. Cranks right up every time
Just bought a 2006 pacifica. Where is the spare tire?? Anything you have tips on. What to look for
@@philcastora6564 it’s underneath the car
I've realized that Chrysler's has had issues with transmissions and their 4 cylinders, but now Chrysler is either using the ZF 8 or 9 speed auto which is more reliable than any of the Chrysler designed transmissions. My grandmother's 2014 T&C has had transmission issues around 100k miles but the Pentastar V6 is very reliable and powerful. Last week she just received a 2020 Pacifica Limited and it's very nice and smooth.
As a Florida driver, getting a Florida-driven-only (not near the beach), watching this made me feel a lot better.
Great video. Very informative. Thank you.
my parents used to own one, they got it for like 5k a couple years after it was new, and when it was new it was 40k ish. It lasted us like 7 years before we traded it in for pretty much nothing. Idk why they traded it in, but my parents usually decide to get rid of a car right after it has any major issues or leaves them stranded.
I have a 2007 pacifica...also in illinois. Just replaced all 3 engine/ trans mounts. Basically all rusted and fell apart
whats weird is when I looked up my 2006 vin it said it had a v8 in it which is kinda wierd.
I don`t know how you got so lucky. My daughter gave me her 04 pacifica Been nothing but problems since day one. wiring harness replaced. then several times it had power to everything but no crank. wiring again same thing 3 more times. the only power outlet that works is the one in back seat middle console. power steering pulley broke. coming out of parking garage it just started hit the gas nothing let off hit again 2 or 3 more times then it would go. thats been going on about 18 months now. driver front turn signal quit working but driver rear works.NOT the blub. now susposedly the engine computer needs replaced. I`m sure I forgot a few things. Other than that it`s been a great piece of crap.....I live in Indiana have not had the engine fall out yet...
Does it have back seats? Cargo space?
I also have a 2004 model i put 4 different kinds of oil in it, ive took it down turkey trails with some big rocks, had to replace the front struts 3 times and put a new exhaust wire because it was corroded to shit. I currently have around 400 pounds of tools in the back, traction control turns on whenever it wants too, ay button does not work on the movie player, and my seat heaters turn on when ever they like. I really enjoy beating it to death and all the electrical problems has always been a dodge and chrysler problem. Thankful for having a reliable engine
Never had mirror problems, heating core is fine, but my exhaust wire was so corroded that the car would not move if i pressed the gas. Overall still like it
I have just bought a 2007 Chrysler Pacifica this summer. It has the 4 liter v6 with a 6 speed transmission. Let me tell you, this combo is 100 x better than the 3.5 with the 4 speed. Also, Chrysler seemed to update a lot of their coatings including rust and engine cradle. This makes them last longer
I just bought a 2007 version I admit it was only $1000 used but immediately it doesn’t start after my test drive and purchase rn it has a messed up alignment and other minor issues do to the recent owner(s) I’m just curious what to expect and to know if it’s actually reliable long term for a family vehicle or not
Had my '04 for a few years now. Had numerous things that needed repair. Battery, alternator, belt tensioner bearing, radiator, ignition coil, brakes, shift knob, door handle - and there has always been alerts for tire pressures and airbag. More recently the check engine lights up sometimes... as does the oil light. When the car had to be taken for inspection the check engine light just happened to turn off for long enough to get it through inspection. Basically, its the beater car - which gets you from point A to point B... just have to ignore the alerts. :)
Battery, ignition coils, brakes dont need repair, they are regular maintenance issues. Door knob, alerts, shift nob, who cares Alternators on olderr ccars is extremely common, and usually not expensive to replace.Radiator, did you use good anti freeze? Ck engine lite is often a sensor, cheap and easy to replace. For a car that old, 15 yrs, I would say u are doing pretty good actually
Agreed - as the family "beater" car it's doing great... well worth the $2300 I paid for it a couple years ago :)
My mom had an 06 Pacifica, had it for as long as I can remember.
Engine burnt out at 120,000 miles and never started back up. I have no idea how or why it burnt out.
Interesting to hear about the sub frame underneath the engine. I just bought a 2005 Grandmother owned that's been in California it's whole life but mainly in the beach area that also is rusting out?? Also noticed rust around the back hatch area. I enjoy driving it done some modifications intake chip and exhaust average 24.6 gallons and running 345hp from the standard 250ph to make it a cool dad mobile.
Im in san diego. If you are right close to the beach, the salt air will rust, but it doesnt affect the bottom areas. If not near the beach, Ca is one of the best places for no rust.
This video is overhyped by the guy, the problems he mentioned are picky, except the trans shifting hard. The 6 speed is expensive to rebuild, not the 4 speed. I just bought an 06 with 4 speed and I think Im gonna keep it based on this video.
k Im wondering what mods you did exactly? I would like to up my HP, especially if Im gonna wind up towing stuff. Hope I get a reply, thanks
Back east, rusting on the bottom is so common they have you go thru a rust safety check They dont have that in Ca. In fact, I have read about people actually putting their foot thru a rusted out floor.
don't have a pacifica but my dad's 2012 dodge durango had one of the engine mounts go out at about 120,000 miles just last year. so definitely seems like a common thing with chryslers
The tire monitor pressure system on ours does the same thing.
Where can i get a caddy converter for the front 02
I have a 2007 Chrysler Pacifica limited I Only have a problem wit my.suv is tpm on my dashboard lights say my tire is low but it not low
I just reached 210000km on my 2004 pacifica. Whats the max km to empty bevause i have a major airlock that limits to almost 500km to empty
It seems that modern cars usually run forever with moderate care and maintenance
Pffftttt. Obviously not a car person. Chryslers are also well known to have very short life spans.
until electronics and computers stop working, impossible for back yard mechanics to fix
Love my Pacifica However I just had to replace the engine cradle but other than that it’s been a perfect car
what....had 04 limted motor mounts and rust on engine cradle had just miss recall
07 3.8l base model. Its good to me and I'm good to it.
Do not plan to buy any model year of the older, Chrysler Pacifica crossover wagon, because this is even worst than the Dodge Journey, which replaced it. Plan to buy a newer, Chrysler Town & Country minivan instead, but without the flex-fuel technology.
if you have the replace the awd drive shaft it will cost you over 1000.00 dollars and the motor 3 motor mounts go bad all the time
Hello i have a question
Just bought a 2006 and the light came on randomly
Man I've wanted a 05-07 Pacifica for years now. I am going to get one come tax time. Edit: you shouldn't go through a battery every 2-3 years!!!! Wtf???
Have 2006 with 214000 . Run fine but rust . Rust killing it .
I have an 07..and i don't think there is a warning light not on
.lol...runs.ok its the 4.0
my pacifica clear coat is peeling all over.
Mine too
You should have waxed it.
@@BP7BlackPearl yea maybe but it's even worse now i don't really care anymore as long it runs and drives does the job.
I’ve never spilled a drink in any car.
Ive spilled a drink in every car, whether it was mine or not
Heated seat? Ha, so cal, we dont use them. GUy says its been pretty reliable mechanically, then gets into it and says there is not really anything in here to complain about. Hmmmm, so whats the problem???? Ice on tranny linkage, who cares, Im in so cal
This seems like an enormous piece of junk.