Open Question: why does my dodge mini van misfire?

I have a 1998 Dodge Caravan. The check engine light is on, i can hear and feel a misfire. I took it to auto-zone and they told me that it's giving out the code that it is cylinder 6 that is misfiring. I cleaned the rotor button and the distributor cap with sand paper to clean it all up but its still misf...

Open Question: Are there any improvements in the 2009 Dodge Caravan from the 2008 model, particularly in brakes?

I read some reviews that brakes on the 2008 went early and the owners had problems getting Dodge to fix them under warranty. I'm thinking of buying the 2009 Grand Caravan. Any advice, cautions?

Open Question: Why is it so difficult to get my '95 Dodge Caravan sliding door to move smoothly?

I have a '95 Dodge Caravan and the sliding door is very difficult to move. I've sprayed silicone/grease in this area and it didn't help. I would guess the bearings have gone bad. Is this usually the problem? If so, what is needed to fix this and how difficult is it? I want to make sure I have the part...

Open Question: 2000 Dodge Caravan Check engine light is on?

i have a dodge caravan 2000. and recently the "check engine" light came on. i also changed the oil, steering fluid. but the light still remains on. is their ne way i can reset the light to make it go away or any way not to go to the dealer cuz dey charge me.

Open Question: Where is located the EGR solenoid in a Dodge Caravan 1999?

I have a 1999 Dodge Caravan and the Check Engine light went on. I took it to the Advance Auto Parts to check what is that indicating and they told me that light is a EGR Flow Circuit malfunction, after that a mechanic told me that the solenoid must be that cause of that light on. Where is that soleno...

Resolved Question: How much would it cost to repair this?

Dodge Caravan 2003 Code P0456 Check engine light came on, got it checked at Auto Zone. Said it was EVAP small leak detected. Explanation The ECM has detected a large leak in the EVAP system during a system monitor test. 1. Defective, loose or missing fuel cap (So we replaced it) 2. Evap canister br...

Open Question: 1997 Dodge Caravan leaking oil?

I left a wood board under my car last night to see if it is leaking oil. This morning I saw three small drips (nickle or quarter size) of oil in three different parts of the board, but within close proximaty to eachother. These drips are on the right side of the engine just under the serp. belt. What i...

Open Question: What does eL mean on the Dodge Caravan?

Just wondering what it meant. I was driving today and I was behind a 2005 looking model of a Dodge Grand Caravan and on the bottom right corner of the hatch there was a metal 'eL' symbol. The e was cursive and the L was a standard capital block letter.

Open Question: Dodge Caravan uneven idle?

I have a 1999 Grand Caravan with over 125,000 miles and it has recently been suddenly accelerating for about 15 seconds then going back to normal. Even when in park, it will suddenly increase rpms for 15 seconds then back to normal idle speed. What might be the problem?

Resolved Question: 2003 Dodge Caravan check engine light?

Open Question: I have a '96 Dodge Caravan lights and radio turn on but engine won't start?

I try tu start my truck but when i put the key the lights and radio do turn on but the engine does not start and it does not make any starting noise it was running good yesterday does anyone know

Open Question: how do I connect the speedometer cable to the speedometer?

My speedometer cable broke on my 1988 Dodge Caravan. I purchased a new cable from autozone but when i tried to connect it to the rear of the speedometer i can't get the plastic clip to connect. It seems the male connection is too long or does not fit properly for it to connect tightly. Does it requi...

Open Question: 1996 Dodge Caravan beeping with no warning lights on.?

My service engine soon light came on yesterday. This morning I drove my daughter to school..about a block. When I got back home my service engine soon light went off followed by a long beep. Now when I drive it it is beeping every five minutes. No warning lights are on now. What is going on? I know none o...

Open Question: How do I remove wiper fluid nozzles (1998 Dodge Caravan)?

How do I remove the wiper fluid spray nozzles on my 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan. Unlike many vehicles, the nozzles are not located on the hood but on the air vent between the hood and the base of the windshield. Can they just be pulled off, will I have to remove the whole vent cover or are they removed...

Open Question: Finding error codes for 2004 Dodge Caravan?

My 2004 Dodge Caravan has the check engine light on, so I got the error codes from the on board diagnostics. (i.e. I held down the trip odometer post, turn the key to the ON position, waited a few seconds, turned the key off and let go of the post). The error code it showed was E 400.1.

Open Question: 97 Dodge Caravan rear door won't open. The latch doesn't release door. Can't remove panel with door closed!?

Previous answers to similar question all said the panel has to be removed. Problem is you can't remove panel when door is closed.

Open Question: New Dodge Caravan a big disappointment.. what do you think?

I leased a 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan SE a year ago and I leased it for 2 years. I had really bad experience with this van. When winter kicked in, the doors would shut frozen and took approx. 20 minutes for it to open. There are NO power mirrors. The car has no accelerometer (acceleration display).. and t...

Open Question: 2003 Dodge Caravan Low Oil - Wont Start - Safety Shut off?

How do you clear the safety shut off after the van engine shuts down. I have brought the oil levels up to proper levels. Oil was extremely low but engine is not seized. I read once before that you switch the key from off to on 3 or 4 times and wait then start... any suggestions be great.

Open Question: 2002 Dodge Caravan Large Evap Leak?

170k. 2.4L. Check engine came on: Large evap leak. Changed the gas cap, reset the code. Light came in again. Strong gas smell when start the engine on the morning. Where and how can I find/check on the charcoal canister and the hoses? Thanks.

Open Question: HELP! 1998 Dodge caravan SE?

I need this from personal experience please, because I've looked online and information varies A LOT. I am getting a 1998 Dodge Caravan SE tomorrow that has been taken extremely well cared for, and has even been serviced by the Dodge dealer that sold it.. It has only had one owner previously. I a...

Open Question: I'm hearing a wierd noise in my 99 Dodge Caravan. Transmission issue?

The van has been running just fine for several months but then today out of nowhere, it starts to make a noise and slips into neutral at stop signs. Then it won't go until RPMS reach like 2000 and it slams into gear. The noise it is making happens anytime the engine is revved. It sounds like it's com...

Open Question: What does it mean when the engine of a Dodge Caravan says "Chrysler"?

Im interested in buying this used Dodge Caravan, its a 1995, but supposedly only has 67K miles... and in the picture showing whats under the hood, I noticed that the engine block says Chrysler .... could this mean that the engine was replaced? Or are chrysler and dodge just closely associated with...

Open Question: Do parts brand names really matter for a Dodge Caravan (2004)?

I need a timing belt. Thinking hey while I am there may as well replace the water pump. It's a 2004 Dodge Caravan (2.4), noninterference engine. But it's cold outside and work has been piling up so I am thinking maybe I could just have a mechanic do it and spend a little for labor. So I call and get some...

Open Question: is 113124 miles on a minivan good for a 2000 Dodge Caravan?

Open Question: Dodge Caravan wheel change?

I have a 2000 Grand Caravan Sport with 17 inch wheels. 2 of the factory alloy wheels got dented already this winter. I'm not a fan of alloy wheels so I wanted to get steel wheels, but nobody has any in stock. Add to that, nobody in my area repairs alloy wheels. I need new tires and I know that no reputab...

Open Question: 2002 Dodge Caravan headlamp shorted out?

A friend of mine has had this minivan to the Dodge dealer. The left headlamp bulb has been replaced 2 times and still does not come on except when it's raining outside but as soon as everything dries up the headlamp goes off and stays off (at least until it rains again). The dealership has said th...

Open Question: HELP! I have a 98 Dodge Caravan. The oil light came on...?

I had the oil changed a week ago and had it in the garage for an inspection where I spent $1500. It ran fine for almost 2 days, it is cold here and I was on my way home, the light came on again, the motor starting pinging, and lost power but was not pounding, it was not overheating and the engine light...

Open Question: regarding threaded holes in engine block on a 3.0 liter dodge?

I am installing a water pump and timing belt on a 1994 Dodge Caravan with the 3.0 liter engine, The air conditioning doesn't work so I am removing the compressor. What I really want to know is do the threaded holes in the engine block that hold the compressor bracket go all the way through the eng...

Open Question: Can anyone help me with a fuel problem on a 1990 Dodge Caravan, 3.0 liters?

I'm not getting any gas to the engine. Can anyone tell me where the fuel pump is located and if there is an electrical relay for it and where the relay is located. It is electronic ignition and will run for a few seconds with starter fluid. Also wonder about the fuel filter. Thanks, Obie

Open Question: 2001 Dodge Caravan. Only driver-side heater barely works, passenger-side blows cold air.?

I don't have a fancy car that allows different parts of the car to be cooled and other parts to be heated at the same time! But for some reason, my heater only barely works on the driver side -- the rest of the vents (passenger & rear) blow cold air. Any idea what could be wrong? What parts do I n...

Open Question: How do i remove the rear speakers of a 96 Dodge Caravan Sport?

I have tried and tried to find soemthing on the internet and i cant seem to find anything.

Open Question: 2004 Dodge Caravan problem?

Hi everybody, Some 3 weeks ago I had my van in a shop and had solenoid packs replaced. There was another error code and Mr.Transmission guys told me it was pointing to solenoid packs and that I have to replace solenoid pack, which I agreed of course. Engine light never came back, so I guess that pr...

Open Question: Can you please tell me where my voltage regulator is located on my 1990 Dodge Caravan 3.3L V6?

It is not located on my alternator.I'm in the process of trying to located the problem of my alternator not charging my battery and was told that is was my voltage regulator but I can't find its location.I would really appreciate the help.....Thanks!

Open Question: 2001 Dodge Caravan transmission light staying on?

About a month ago, right after an oil change, the transmission light came on in my Caravan. I checked the fluid and it was low, so I added some and waited a few days to see if the light would go off by itself (as it says in the manual). It didn't. About a week later, my engine was overheating on my way to...