“This little light of mine, I’m gonna’ let it shine!”

[mwilson]

Valve is changed, light is out...

We’ll see if that did it!!

 

[Bill Lins]

 

[moparguy]

Congratulations and sure sounds like you've mastered the DTS. Sadly, I'm at a similar point with Park Avenues, the list is long on what I've been forced to fix either due to failure or just pm items. Currently on the second one in two years and have learned quite a bit about the common and uncommon failures and maintenance items. Love em on the open road and 26/29 mpg is common when running 70 to 80mph.

The above said, I am curious about the DTS's, I do recall issues with the earlier Northstar engines, I'm guessing the headbolt problem was finally solved? Also when looking for a car, what are the "this is a good one" clues, after the obvious easy to see details? With Park Avenues, you want to see a Carfax showing the transmission fluid and antifreeze being changed on a regular basis as in every 3 or 4 years. Rare but they're out there.

Looking Good and Good Luck!
RonR

 

[mwilson]

That’s better!!!

 

[mwilson]

Congratulations and sure sounds like you've mastered the DTS. Sadly, I'm at a similar point with Park Avenues, the list is long on what I've been forced to fix either due to failure or just pm items. Currently on the second one in two years and have learned quite a bit about the common and uncommon failures and maintenance items. Love em on the open road and 26/29 mpg is common when running 70 to 80mph.

The above said, I am curious about the DTS's, I do recall issues with the earlier Northstar engines, I'm guessing the headbolt problem was finally solved? Also when looking for a car, what are the "this is a good one" clues, after the obvious easy to see details? With Park Avenues, you want to see a Carfax showing the transmission fluid and antifreeze being changed on a regular basis as in every 3 or 4 years. Rare but they're out there.

Looking Good and Good Luck!
RonR

Ron, they are pretty reliable cars from what I have experienced. I am only referring to the last generation of DTS models. That would be 2006 thru 2011.

I will add more as I get time regarding known issues. The DTS platform fits my needs for a daily commuter that will withstand 600 miles plus per week in all weather at a reasonable price.