Exactly what my car did! 2 starts and then completely shut down! Thank you sooooo much! I just sent this video to Frank’s European Auto Service to understand how to repair my baby!
Wow Paul your a wealth of knowledge , what causes this to happen, As u may remember I just just bought a high mileage Crossfire 143,000 . this is kinda scary with this car all the electronics. I guess this isn't something you can buy at your local auto parts store. and Im sure because it is pricey because it is a Mercedes.. but I still love this car, its my first Mercedes and Chrysler car I never owned either till I got this car mostly owned Ford but im done with Ford its Long story.. Oh I finally found out how to open the rear hatch , the rear latch had broken the spring Mechanism ( I bought another off Ebay $40 must have lost its tension and because the latch had stuck in the lock position and the hatch seal had stuck to the hatch so I pulled the latch in the in the open position and reopened it and I lifted it with some muscle and the rubber seal finally let go and it opened, it perhaps hadn't been opened in many many many years . the rubber seal looked ok so Im gonna spray silicone on the rubber seal next chance I get., but now I gotta figure out why the remotes don't work only the parking lights only flash , and gotta figure why the radiator fan don't come on at all even when at engine temp. im sure I will find out in time . like where ur from Beautiful Canada its cold here and I have no Garage to work in so guess this is a spring summer project. Thank you for these Videos Paul Have a Great Holiday my friend
Just got my skreem work done by Mercedes swap shop in cali. Put everything back in and key turns the engine but it doesnt start the car. Also noticed after cranking the car the key doesnt bounce back to on position. Any help ?
The crossfire is a never ending money pit. So far on mine I have had to put in a new ignition switch and key fob, fix the ignition solenoid, fix poor electronic connections. Now I'm underneath trying to remove the starter. To do that you need to remove the exhaust from the engine to make room to get the starter out. A thousand dollar job if you take it in to a dealer. It has stalled four times so far. Mine is an 05.
@deepfault .. like new, replaced headliner, tires . Drive it every day runs great. Good gas mileage and it has more than enough power for passing. I love driving it
You weren't kidding about those interior plastics being brittle, should have definitely stayed to the end of the video. That was very much excited to have my crossfire up and running and kind of cracked the bezel around the instrument cluster 😅
Is it possible if the skreem fails would it cause a parasitic draw? I have a 2004 Crossfire with a parasitic draw and codes for no CAN communication with SKREEM and central locking pump. BCM over voltage and BCM under voltage. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Good Video, I did the Skreem Repair, and put everything back together, but now I have no turn signals, High beam lights or Dash lights? - I do have low beams, parking lights, flashers, wipers. ... any ideas what I did wrong ? All the fuses are fine, and I had the negative disconnected from the battery.
Got the SKREEM repaired, put everything back into place, now I can’t get it to even crank (before it would crank and almost start, then die) What am I missing? Do I need to replace that halo ring?
Hello, i have this problem, car was in the workshop, and they told me that Engine unit is gone. So i ordered unit with skreem and key from other car . So i hope it will make my car alive again . Im just wondering, if i can let locks in the car the same . So i will change unit, skreem and key (only that metal part)
@@CrossfireRepairsByPaul oh, i saw videos where the just replaced ecu-skreem and new kay paired together and voila car started :-D i saw maybe bad fairytale :-D
Im having the same issue but i wasn't driving it when it happened my girl was but my car keeps draining the battery and won't start when its fully charged is it possible i need this part?
I have a 2005 Supercharged Chrysler Crossfire. It runs great but every 50 miles or so, it starts idling rought for about 10 minutes but then it clears up. I check oil like comes on intermittently but I already had the oil changed but still have rough idle and oil light still coming on.
And this is the only way to resolve this big problems with the Xfire right? Buying this module from MB or Needswinds and replace with the old one???? Can we remove something to crank the car just with the ignition key?
Paul, My Wife's 2005 Crossfire has twice now in the last few months started, normally, then drove for 10 minutes without issues, then completely died, and would not start. We have a loose key ignition which sometimes sticks, and is difficult to remove. Have you zeroed in on any electrical issues that kill the car specifically when raining? We are also in Ottawa, if you would like a cars and coffee discussion. Thanks for the great videos to date! Jer
@@marshtercraftawakenwarrior7786 If your car experiences a "no crank and no start" then look at my video ruclips.net/video/Xg7sLEOUdko/видео.html OR if your car has a "crank but no start" then look at my CPS video ruclips.net/video/OwrAwOV1Z1Q/видео.html
Hi Paul . Very informative video. these symptoms are exactly what I am experiencing on my 2004 crossfire. So , I guess it is the fix. I was wondering if, when you put in your old unit to demonstrate, If it was necessary to resynch the key to actually test it? Is it possible my current key just needs resynching? Didn't try that yet. I seen elsewhere the suggestion that i consider changing the crank position sensor before ordering a Skeem, do you think it is good idea to try that first? Thank you for all you do.
key needs re-syncing and I highly suggest to everyone to change out the CPS now as it is highly prone to fail. I kept my old CPS as a spare to the new one.
ok , i tried the key reynch, that did not change anything on my car. So, Are you saying that a bad CPS can also cause the same symptoms as well, so therefore change the CPS first then if necessary change the SKREEM? Also , did you do a video on changing the CPS? thanks again.
a bad CPS will give you a crank but no start symptoms with no limits on how many times you try to crank the car, the SKREEM will give you 2-3 attempts at cranking then the next one will have nothing meaning it will no longer crank.
Im not get anything no starting and cutting off... i disconnect battery wait awhile sometimes overnight then reconnect and it starts...my ? Is that still skreem especially if it happens again after driving car ... i have an 05 limited...just happend to me again this week...any thoughts?
you need to give me more information, Does it "no crank no start"? if so check your RCM and resolder the 3 pins (see my video on this) does it crank 3 times then no more and if you disconnect the battery you can crank it 3 more times? if so that is the SKREEM...
What is solution when the wire from the imob antenna ring breaks? It is shielded wire so is almost impossible to repair without shorting. Can a new antenna ring be installed without any programming or is each component that follows now blown out as well. I ask after months of trouble and multiple keys only to learn that I had a frayed immobilizer antenna cord the entire time...once the wire is cut...it shorts on ground causing start error!
ok got the Skreem Module and it did start up as shown above. So again thank you for this video very helpful and I avoided a tow to a dealer and who know how much they would have charged me once they were finished with me. One thing now is those plastic trim bezels scratch very very easily. I want to repaint it . so any ideas how how to find a paint match for the black bezel and I also have a lighter gray part to paint as well..
Im having the same issue but i wasn't driving it when it happened my girl was but my car keeps draining the battery and won't start when its fully charged is it possible i need this part?
Can they actual key itself be the problem, I’m having similar problems but my key always seemed to be loose/broken housing and the chip looks beat up. Maybe a new chip? Thanks for your help!
only the RCM needs to be programed to the car's VIN # You can contact Rob over at www.needswings.com here is the link for the SKREEM www.needswings.com/crossfire-skreem-repair
The crossfire has a annoying setup.... where you have to be stopped and one driver or passenger door has to be open ....then it will allow you to move the seats.
Thanks for the video. I have a 2005 srt roadster and i have soldered the rcm a few times and i just purchased a new one and the car will start good 4 or 5 times and then it will all of a sudden crank over and it will try to fire however it will not start. After trying 4 or 5 times then it will start. I have changed the camshaft sensor as well as the crankshaft sensor. All of the parts have been purchased from Rob at needswings. Anyone have any suggestions what i need to do to fix this problem. Thanks Murray
Hello Paul - I appreciate your video very much. I have taking my 2006 CROSSFIRE to the Chrysler- Hyundai dealer in Seattle twice to replace the skreem module, the second time they replace the battery too. now the car is running, however there is a constant rattle when in rides on rough highways that was not there before. I have taking the car twice for that reason and still the same - I am afraid they are on the incompetent side so I do not want to take it there anymore before the screw something else up. Can you recommend a capable individual or a shop in Seattle that can fix it for me. I have a video I can send you of the noise if you send me a phone # to transmit. Thank you.
Thanks Paul, but unfortunately, Rob from Needs Wings bumped the price from $249 to $699. If you know of another source, please let us know. Upping the price by nearly 300% is bad form.
HEY!! did this Skreem unit come with your vin already attached to it? or is this from another car? im wondering why you did not have to replace ecu to match vin numbers on the "new" one....
I am starting to think these cars are not very reliable and I should sell mine and buy something else. I am scared to go on a road trip after watching all the potential problems seems like a whole lot of bad electronics. My hondas never gave me any concerns. Any body want to buy mine??
Good Evening I’m in Lancashire, England. Can anyone help me??? If I get the replacement module need someone to code it for me. Any help much appreciated. Thank you
@@qashas5780 Hello you should read on the Chrysler Crossfire forum. These parts may not be made any longer and those with failed Skreem modules are up in arms against Chrysler and Mercedes for lack of supplying parts. Seems no one can get past the over kill security on such an old car that's what is killing the value on these cars . These Cars are so cheap now because no one can seem to fix this severe problem. If this had a Mercedes vin # you can get parts but because it is a Chrysler , Mercedes will not supply parts since Mercedes killed this car. I love my Crossfire. Good luck they keep putting the ETA on parts further and further back which does not look good. But who knows what will happen but these cars will need to have a whole rebuild with a more reliable electronic . There is a guy on youtube ( DRIVEWAY ) who built his Crossfire to a Chevy LS engine . We may have to do this to keep these cool cars alive . Best of luck to you
they dont make videos like this very well explanatory clear view good zoom in and every detail cover very well done thank you
thank you!
Exactly what my car did! 2 starts and then completely shut down! Thank you sooooo much! I just sent this video to Frank’s European Auto Service to understand how to repair my baby!
The very best video I've seen on replacing the Screen module. Thank you so much
Thanks
Thank you Paul for saving us from time to time! Greatly appreciated!
Thanks for the Video. Used info to remove the speedo panel. Saved me from breaking anything.
Paul, this is VERY helpful. Mine is still GOOD but if I ever need to do this I can.
This happened to me today this why I’m here 😅
Thank You very much for the very informative video !!!
Where did you get paddle shifters
Wow Paul your a wealth of knowledge , what causes this to happen, As u may remember I just just bought a high mileage Crossfire 143,000 . this is kinda scary with this car all the electronics. I guess this isn't something you can buy at your local auto parts store. and Im sure because it is pricey because it is a Mercedes.. but I still love this car, its my first Mercedes and Chrysler car I never owned either till I got this car mostly owned Ford but im done with Ford its Long story..
Oh I finally found out how to open the rear hatch , the rear latch had broken the spring Mechanism ( I bought another off Ebay $40 must have lost its tension and because the latch had stuck in the lock position and the hatch seal had stuck to the hatch so I pulled the latch in the in the open position and reopened it and I lifted it with some muscle and the rubber seal finally let go and it opened, it perhaps hadn't been opened in many many many years . the rubber seal looked ok so Im gonna spray silicone on the rubber seal next chance I get., but now I gotta figure out why the remotes don't work only the parking lights only flash , and gotta figure why the radiator fan don't come on at all even when at engine temp. im sure I will find out in time . like where ur from Beautiful Canada its cold here and I have no Garage to work in so guess this is a spring summer project. Thank you for these Videos Paul Have a Great Holiday my friend
Thank you so much for doing this video. It helped me a lot.
How do I know if it’s this or a starter problem? What do I tell the mechanic to check for?
Just got my skreem work done by Mercedes swap shop in cali. Put everything back in and key turns the engine but it doesnt start the car. Also noticed after cranking the car the key doesnt bounce back to on position. Any help ?
The crossfire is a never ending money pit. So far on mine I have had to put in a new ignition switch and key fob, fix the ignition solenoid, fix poor electronic connections. Now I'm underneath trying to remove the starter. To do that you need to remove the exhaust from the engine to make room to get the starter out. A thousand dollar job if you take it in to a dealer. It has stalled four times so far. Mine is an 05.
How is it now??
@deepfault .. like new, replaced headliner, tires . Drive it every day runs great. Good gas mileage and it has more than enough power for passing. I love driving it
You weren't kidding about those interior plastics being brittle, should have definitely stayed to the end of the video.
That was very much excited to have my crossfire up and running and kind of cracked the bezel around the instrument cluster 😅
Glad it helped!
Hope you have subscribe to the channel! 😀
Is it possible if the skreem fails would it cause a parasitic draw? I have a 2004 Crossfire with a parasitic draw and codes for no CAN communication with SKREEM and central locking pump. BCM over voltage and BCM under voltage. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
never heard of a parasitic draw from a failed skreem
Dam good job and well explained! Thanks Paul.
Glad it was helpful!
So when you order one does it come to you Vin specific?
Yes it does
Good Video, I did the Skreem Repair, and put everything back together, but now I have no turn signals, High beam lights or Dash lights? - I do have low beams, parking lights, flashers, wipers. ... any ideas what I did wrong ? All the fuses are fine, and I had the negative disconnected from the battery.
bad connection or
have a look at my video on how to repair the headlight multi-switch ruclips.net/video/wko_oGkxUIE/видео.html
Got the SKREEM repaired, put everything back into place, now I can’t get it to even crank (before it would crank and almost start, then die)
What am I missing? Do I need to replace that halo ring?
After you replaced the skreem will have to be replaced ever again?
very low probability
Hello, i have this problem, car was in the workshop, and they told me that Engine unit is gone. So i ordered unit with skreem and key from other car . So i hope it will make my car alive again . Im just wondering, if i can let locks in the car the same . So i will change unit, skreem and key (only that metal part)
you will need to have the SKREEM programed to your VIN number I recommend these guys www.needswings.com or themercedesswapshop.com
@@CrossfireRepairsByPaul oh, so VIN is in that box and must be programed ? It´s SLK 98 :-)
@@rgrko they will need your car's vin and program the skreem to match it
@@CrossfireRepairsByPaul oh, i saw videos where the just replaced ecu-skreem and new kay paired together and voila car started :-D i saw maybe bad fairytale :-D
@@rgrko I have already purchase a n ew pre-programed to my vin from Needswings so I had it in my car just in case
Im having the same issue but i wasn't driving it when it happened my girl was but my car keeps draining the battery and won't start when its fully charged is it possible i need this part?
I have a 2005 Supercharged Chrysler Crossfire. It runs great but every 50 miles or so, it starts idling rought for about 10 minutes but then it clears up.
I check oil like comes on intermittently but I already had the oil changed but still have rough idle and oil light still coming on.
Can this fix be done with a Mercedes slk?
yes on most. problem was latter rectified in around 2007
@@CrossfireRepairsByPaul awesome thanks. Mine is an 01
And this is the only way to resolve this big problems with the Xfire right? Buying this module from MB or Needswinds and replace with the old one???? Can we remove something to crank the car just with the ignition key?
Thank you .Hay how do i check out the secondary air injection system? thank you
are you getting a code? most times it is the RCM that needs re-soldering, see my other video ruclips.net/video/OwrAwOV1Z1Q/видео.html
Paul, My Wife's 2005 Crossfire has twice now in the last few months started, normally, then drove for 10 minutes without issues, then completely died, and would not start.
We have a loose key ignition which sometimes sticks, and is difficult to remove. Have you zeroed in on any electrical issues that kill the car specifically when raining?
We are also in Ottawa, if you would like a cars and coffee discussion.
Thanks for the great videos to date!
Jer
After we had it towed to the dealer, it started fine of course!
@@marshtercraftawakenwarrior7786 If your car experiences a "no crank and no start" then look at my video ruclips.net/video/Xg7sLEOUdko/видео.html OR if your car has a "crank but no start" then look at my CPS video ruclips.net/video/OwrAwOV1Z1Q/видео.html
Is there any way to troubleshoot these problems before they start
The SKREEM failure will not show any symptoms Pryor to it going bad
Thank you. Very helpful.
Hi Paul . Very informative video. these symptoms are exactly what I am experiencing on my 2004 crossfire. So , I guess it is the fix.
I was wondering if, when you put in your old unit to demonstrate, If it was necessary to resynch the key to actually test it? Is it possible my current key just needs resynching? Didn't try that yet.
I seen elsewhere the suggestion that i consider changing the crank position sensor before ordering a Skeem, do you think it is good idea to try that first?
Thank you for all you do.
key needs re-syncing and I highly suggest to everyone to change out the CPS now as it is highly prone to fail. I kept my old CPS as a spare to the new one.
ok , i tried the key reynch, that did not change anything on my car. So, Are you saying that a bad CPS can also cause the same symptoms as well, so therefore change the CPS first then if necessary change the SKREEM?
Also , did you do a video on changing the CPS?
thanks again.
a bad CPS will give you a crank but no start symptoms with no limits on how many times you try to crank the car, the SKREEM will give you 2-3 attempts at cranking then the next one will have nothing meaning it will no longer crank.
So I'm getting the crank system and the skreem replaced.
Thank you 🙏🏽 😎
Can we find a used one an get it programmed for an existing remote
yes but the used SKREEM will need to be reprogrammed
Im not get anything no starting and cutting off... i disconnect battery wait awhile sometimes overnight then reconnect and it starts...my ? Is that still skreem especially if it happens again after driving car ... i have an 05 limited...just happend to me again this week...any thoughts?
you need to give me more information, Does it "no crank no start"? if so check your RCM and resolder the 3 pins (see my video on this) does it crank 3 times then no more and if you disconnect the battery you can crank it 3 more times? if so that is the SKREEM...
What is solution when the wire from the imob antenna ring breaks? It is shielded wire so is almost impossible to repair without shorting. Can a new antenna ring be installed without any programming or is each component that follows now blown out as well.
I ask after months of trouble and multiple keys only to learn that I had a frayed immobilizer antenna cord the entire time...once the wire is cut...it shorts on ground causing start error!
indeed you will need a new ring and no re-programming for just this 1 part contact www.needswings.com/ to see if they have received a new batch
When you replace the skreem will anything happen to the key? Bc it unlocks the car now, will it reset anything??
Thanks again Paul for another very useful video. Did you happen to do one on replacing the alarm module ?
on my list of other videos to do ;)
Awesome video. Very helpful.
ok got the Skreem Module and it did start up as shown above. So again thank you for this video very helpful and I avoided a tow to a dealer and who know how much they would have charged me once they were finished with me. One thing now is those plastic trim bezels scratch very very easily. I want to repaint it . so any ideas how how to find a paint match for the black bezel and I also have a lighter gray part to paint as well..
Im having the same issue but i wasn't driving it when it happened my girl was but my car keeps draining the battery and won't start when its fully charged is it possible i need this part?
could be a bad battery in the siren charging unit under the front cowl wiper section. @@dejoh778
Can they actual key itself be the problem, I’m having similar problems but my key always seemed to be loose/broken housing and the chip looks beat up. Maybe a new chip? Thanks for your help!
you may need a new key, but the key getting stuck in the ignition switch is a different issue
does the computer have to be flashed for this to work?
only the RCM needs to be programed to the car's VIN # You can contact Rob over at www.needswings.com here is the link for the SKREEM www.needswings.com/crossfire-skreem-repair
@@CrossfireRepairsByPaul awesome thank you !
Fanstatic Video, thx soo much
Fantastic video. Very informative. When this unit starts to go bad, is there any time between totally bad or starting to go bad? Thanks Sir.
Thank you Mike and no there is no warning signs or pre-symptoms, it just dies.
How much was it, I think my issue is the rcm though
Do I have to program it or is it just replaced with a new one?
yes, it needs to be Vin coded to your car
@@CrossfireRepairsByPaul Thanks, I saw a scanner with which I can program it
if the scanner works, let me know which one it is
@@ivansolis9429
@@CrossfireRepairsByPaul
I think I can do it with the xtool x100 pro2.
But I haven't bought it yet
@@ivansolis9429 Hi! Did the xtool x100 pro2 work? Thanks
Can you help me with my problem?
I live in San Francisco
Thanks!
Thanks!
My crossfire has problems moving the seat back and forth can you do a video on that ?
The crossfire has a annoying setup.... where you have to be stopped and one driver or passenger door has to be open ....then it will allow you to move the seats.
Do we have any documentation on the fact that a 2007 Crossfire had this problem before?
Alex you can have a read on the Crossfireforum.org web site
What is the website to purchase that unit to scream unit
Contact Needswings to get a SKREEM module that is programmed to your car's VIN www.needswings.com
Skreem module bad again after 5 months what am I overlooking?
Thanks for the video. I have a 2005 srt roadster and i have soldered the rcm a few times and i just purchased a new one and the car will start good 4 or 5 times and then it will all of a sudden crank over and it will try to fire however it will not start. After trying 4 or 5 times then it will start. I have changed the camshaft sensor as well as the crankshaft sensor. All of the parts have been purchased from Rob at needswings. Anyone have any suggestions what i need to do to fix this problem. Thanks Murray
I need help with mine
Hello Paul - I appreciate your video very much. I have taking my 2006 CROSSFIRE to the Chrysler- Hyundai dealer in Seattle twice to replace the skreem module, the second time they replace the battery too. now the car is running, however there is a constant rattle when in rides on rough highways that was not there before. I have taking the car twice for that reason and still the same - I am afraid they are on the incompetent side so I do not want to take it there anymore before the screw something else up. Can you recommend a capable individual or a shop in Seattle that can fix it for me. I have a video I can send you of the noise if you send me a phone # to transmit. Thank you.
I have a couple questions regarding my 05 crossfire. Can I contact you some way?
pauldiguerjr@rogers.com
excellent video
What happened to your MAF removal video?
it's back up now
Thanks Paul, but unfortunately, Rob from Needs Wings bumped the price from $249 to $699. If you know of another source, please let us know. Upping the price by nearly 300% is bad form.
Michael sadly it’s The dealership that has raised the prices and pass it on to Needswings who must pass it on to us
Dang! Glad I sold old the XFire last summer to a younger and more svelte owner.
Hi Paul whats the name of the FaceBook group page for the Crossfires? Thank you
Chrysler Crossfire Owners International
@@CrossfireRepairsByPaul thnks
Sounds like Laurence Welk...."A-wunnerful a-wunnerful, tank you a-boyzum."
I'm loss my key and no found solutuion ...please some one can help me ...
contact www.needswings.com/ they can get you a new key
HEY!! did this Skreem unit come with your vin already attached to it? or is this from another car? im wondering why you did not have to replace ecu to match vin numbers on the "new" one....
had to order the SKREEM module with my VIN pre-coded
@@CrossfireRepairsByPaul can you attach a link
@@ZLUVCRUCE contact Rob over at Needswings.com
I am starting to think these cars are not very reliable and I should sell mine and buy something else. I am scared to go on a road trip after watching all the potential problems seems like a whole lot of bad electronics. My hondas never gave me any concerns. Any body want to buy mine??
Has your crossfire given you any issues yet?
Good Evening I’m in Lancashire, England. Can anyone help me???
If I get the replacement module need someone to code it for me.
Any help much appreciated.
Thank you
@@qashas5780 Hello you should read on the Chrysler Crossfire forum. These parts may not be made any longer and those with failed Skreem modules are up in arms against Chrysler and Mercedes for lack of supplying parts. Seems no one can get past the over kill security on such an old car that's what is killing the value on these cars . These Cars are so cheap now because no one can seem to fix this severe problem. If this had a Mercedes vin # you can get parts but because it is a Chrysler , Mercedes will not supply parts since Mercedes killed this car. I love my Crossfire. Good luck they keep putting the ETA on parts further and further back which does not look good. But who knows what will happen but these cars will need to have a whole rebuild with a more reliable electronic . There is a guy on youtube ( DRIVEWAY ) who built his Crossfire to a Chevy LS engine . We may have to do this to keep these cool cars alive . Best of luck to you
this scares the Hell out of me since these parts are Possibly not available anymore . YIKES !!!
Does rob sell a new key too?
So sorry for the late reply but Yes he does and just about anything Crossfire related
Thank you 🙏🏽
You are so welcome
Thank you. Very helpful