2006 Dodge Charger keeps shutting off
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#12
My 2006 dodge charger was also shutting off randomly. I also took it to the dealership after reading this forum. The dealership wanted to replace all sorts of crap and the warranty I had wouldn't cover it because they didn't know if it would fix the problem. So that being said, I read up on the PCM myself. The error code they got was lost connection to the PCM. I you tubed how to remove the computer. I used a half inch socket and a flat head screwdriver to get it out. After removing the connectors I inspected them and all the connections looked fine but had come a little loose from the computer itself. So I used a zip tie to strap the connection (orange with power feed) to the computer. This solved the problem and took me 10 minutes. : ).. Hope that helps others too. Just a poor design by dodge.
#13
Change key batter!
The FIRST thing you should try is replacing the battery in your key!
My buddy had the same exact symptoms in his 2006 Dodge Charger R/T with roughly 80,000 miles.
It would randomly shut off and then instantly turn back on by itself.
No error codes with the self diagnoses.
After some research and deductive reasoning stemming from him noticing the key remote was very weak lately, he swapped the battery on his key. This fixed the issue, now at 95,000 miles it has not done it anymore!
The issue is caused by the weak battery fails to send a signal to the electronic ignition and the car suddenly thinks a false key or non-fobbed key is in the ignition. Then it suddenly "sees" the key again causing engine to immediately re-fire. Remember, electricity is super fast, so the killed signal due to weak battery then sudden signal is almost instantaneous. It's enough to cause the engine to shut off and then back on seemingly randomly and as if it has a mind of its own.
If this doesn't fix it, you're only out $5.
My buddy had the same exact symptoms in his 2006 Dodge Charger R/T with roughly 80,000 miles.
It would randomly shut off and then instantly turn back on by itself.
No error codes with the self diagnoses.
After some research and deductive reasoning stemming from him noticing the key remote was very weak lately, he swapped the battery on his key. This fixed the issue, now at 95,000 miles it has not done it anymore!
The issue is caused by the weak battery fails to send a signal to the electronic ignition and the car suddenly thinks a false key or non-fobbed key is in the ignition. Then it suddenly "sees" the key again causing engine to immediately re-fire. Remember, electricity is super fast, so the killed signal due to weak battery then sudden signal is almost instantaneous. It's enough to cause the engine to shut off and then back on seemingly randomly and as if it has a mind of its own.
If this doesn't fix it, you're only out $5.
Last edited by WillMurray; 04-19-2013 at 11:29 AM.
#14
06 Dodge Charger RT
I reviewed all the answers for stalling of 06 chargers and no one indicated changing the fuel filter. When i drive my car while it is low on gas it will stall and i have to drive for a while (After gassing up) to work the problem out. I do believe trash in the gas lines may be the problem. I believe replacing the fuel filter 1st would be the way to go. May be the cheapest route for starters.
#15
most likely PCM. Check fob battery and car batt terminals first
I reviewed all the answers for stalling of 06 chargers and no one indicated changing the fuel filter. When i drive my car while it is low on gas it will stall and i have to drive for a while (After gassing up)* to work the problem out. I do believe trash in the gas lines may be the problem. I believe replacing the fuel filter 1st would be the way to go. May be the cheapest route for starters.
#17
2006 Charger R/T 5.7 - 5.7 Engine Replacement
Hi,
I have a 2006 Charger R/T 5.7 with 220,000 miles. The engine got damaged (bearings, connecting rod), and is not worth re-building. So I am looking for a swap with a suitable engine. Can anyone advise on what years of 5.7 will work on the 2006 including the interface with the PCM?
Specifically will a 2011 5.7 work, and/or what modifications are required?
Regards,
I have a 2006 Charger R/T 5.7 with 220,000 miles. The engine got damaged (bearings, connecting rod), and is not worth re-building. So I am looking for a swap with a suitable engine. Can anyone advise on what years of 5.7 will work on the 2006 including the interface with the PCM?
Specifically will a 2011 5.7 work, and/or what modifications are required?
Regards,
#18
Been there and done that. When local Dealer hooked up the data recorder to my charger, they were not able to define the poblem. I will tell you why our cars do this. What is occuring and how to solve the problem.
1. The car will shut itself off with no indication. ( this only occurred when I was driving in the rain.) I thought maybe the wipers are causing a short? Not the problem. Hmm I thought.. So the dealer and I spent weeks trying to trouble shoot the car. Nothing seemed to work. Until one day it doned on me, that the problem. The ignition stops recognizing the key. So it shuts the car down, no matter where your at, rush hour traffic, mall, wherever. In order to fix this the car will need a new harness for the ignition. Problem solved. It will cost you a few hundred bucks, but you will never have that problem again.
1. The car will shut itself off with no indication. ( this only occurred when I was driving in the rain.) I thought maybe the wipers are causing a short? Not the problem. Hmm I thought.. So the dealer and I spent weeks trying to trouble shoot the car. Nothing seemed to work. Until one day it doned on me, that the problem. The ignition stops recognizing the key. So it shuts the car down, no matter where your at, rush hour traffic, mall, wherever. In order to fix this the car will need a new harness for the ignition. Problem solved. It will cost you a few hundred bucks, but you will never have that problem again.
#19
I did bring my charger into a dealership willing to listen to what I would say about the problem, not just listen to what their tech tips say to them on the computers. And when I got the PCM replaced.. Problem solved. Been runnin smooth for months now.
#20
I also have a 2006 Dodge Charger hemi Police package with a 19 gallon fuel tank
it is experiencing the same problem, NHTSA had investigated the problem with the fuel tank and agreed to drop the investigation if Chrysler would extend the warranty on the fuel tank which has a faulty valve molded into it, Chrysler agreed on 2/14/14. However I have talked to two different dealers and neither of them are familiar with the agreement between NHTSA, and Chrysler This agreement covers 153,817 vehicles that include all Chrysler 300's, Dodge Chargers, and Magnums equipped with either the 5.7 or 6.1 hemi., The 19 gallon fuel tank manufactured by Stant, is the problem, it has a multifunction valve shutoff float integrated into the 19 gallon fuel tank it can swell in a stuck open position allowing a overfill condition, that causes fuel to enter the purge line which stalls the engine, Good Luck in finding a dealer who will address the problem for anyone having this problem, it should be covered free under this agreement.
it is experiencing the same problem, NHTSA had investigated the problem with the fuel tank and agreed to drop the investigation if Chrysler would extend the warranty on the fuel tank which has a faulty valve molded into it, Chrysler agreed on 2/14/14. However I have talked to two different dealers and neither of them are familiar with the agreement between NHTSA, and Chrysler This agreement covers 153,817 vehicles that include all Chrysler 300's, Dodge Chargers, and Magnums equipped with either the 5.7 or 6.1 hemi., The 19 gallon fuel tank manufactured by Stant, is the problem, it has a multifunction valve shutoff float integrated into the 19 gallon fuel tank it can swell in a stuck open position allowing a overfill condition, that causes fuel to enter the purge line which stalls the engine, Good Luck in finding a dealer who will address the problem for anyone having this problem, it should be covered free under this agreement.