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Seven Dodge Coronet Fast Facts

  • The Dodge Coronet has undergone a number of changes since it was first produced in 1949. It started out as a full-size car featuring Dodge's highest trim line. In 1955, it slid to sporting the division's lowest trim style, and in the 1960s, it finally transformed into the division's mid-size entry.

  • When the Coronet was launched in 1949, it was clad in Dodge's first post-war body style. Powering this pioneering exterior was a 230 cubic inch flat-head six-cylinder engine that has one barrel Stromberg carburetor, which produces 103 horsepower. It was the only engine for Dodge at that time.

  • The model gained significant popularity when it was launched as an intermediate-size unit in 1965. The new ensemble of Dodge Coronet parts and accessories instantly clicked, making the Coronet the most popular Dodge make of the '60s.

  • The sixth generation of Dodge Coronets featured specifications that are similar to those of the Plymouth Satellite. In this breed, the only body styles that were made available were the sedan and the station wagon, which were just two of the four Coronet body styles. The other pair was the hardtop and the convertible. All four styles have the same dimensions.

  • Available in approximately 24 color variations, the Dodge Coronet actually followed a coding scheme that can be observed in all its units. The paint codes were composed of two letters since some units have accentuations and, hence, may have different colors for the roof and the body. If the whole unit sported just one color, the letters would be the same (e.g., BB for an all-black vehicle). A unit with a gray roof and a black body, on the other hand, may have a color code of BG. These codes can be found under the hood, on the left side of the car, which can either be on the left fender side shield or the left wheel housing.

  • A "coronet" is a crown worn by royal-blooded personalities who are not kings or queens. It is believed that the Dodge Coronet adopted the term because of the premium-grade trim style it carried with it when it was first offered in the market.

  • The year 1976, the last year of the model's production, was marked by a change in the Coronet's identification. Although the same features and Dodge Coronet accessories were maintained, it was eventually known and popularized as the Dodge Monaco. Hollywood productions "Hill Street Blues" and "The Blues Brothers" contributed immensely to the popularity of this "new" model.

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  • Dodge Coronet Common Problems

    17 January 2013

    Classy in style and suave in performance, the Dodge Coronet was a hit during the decades it reigned as one of Dodge's most popular models. Even after Chrysler has ceased its production, the unit still continued to make waves in the automotive market. If you are one Dodge Coronet lover, then maybe you should read on for a short list of the most common problems of this middle-size vehicle.


    Faulty service brakes

    The most common Coronet problem involves the service brakes. Some cases are partially due to faulty Dodge Coronet accessories, like silencer pads that restrict air input during brake pedal application. The limited airflow has been diagnosed as a result of an excessively dense silencer material in the pads that, in the long run, can cause delayed braking action and increased stopping distance.

    Some issues with the Coronet's service brakes involve the proportioning valve, which may incorrectly distribute brake fluid to the braking system when it malfunctions. Problems with the front drum brakes have also been detected in some units. As noted by car experts, this is due to a defective brake shoe anchor pin that may eventually reduce the Coronet's braking ability.


    Problematic fuel system

    During the latter years of the model's production, a number of clients became largely concerned with the gasoline component of the vehicle. Affected customers described it as a misinformed delivery of the proper amount of fuel to the engine. Automotive experts linked this problem with a distorted carburetor accelerator pump. The effects of an unrepaired defective pump may include failure to accelerate and engine stalling. The issue resulted in a recall where an approximate of 370,000 units were identified as potentially affected vehicles.


    Deficient steering

    Steering components appear to be among the (hopefully) few feeble Dodge Cornet parts. This problem was particularly diagnosed in the Coronets that were assembled with 400 or 440 CID engine and power steering. The power steering return hose was singled out as the main cause of the problem, which car experts associated with deterioration due to heat. This was particularly observed in police vehicles, which usually have high exhaust manifold temperatures linked to police service. This deficiency may snowball into a number of problems including fluid leakage, power steering assist loss, and in worst cases, engine compartment fire.

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