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Any suggestion on what I should do/replace?
I have the same exact problem as Chaz6.
Reading through the posts I did not see an official resolution.
Any advice on fixing would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks !!!!
My 2006 T&C with 50,000 miles on it needs the rear evaporator and lines replaced, and it's a minimum $800.
I'm trying to decide whether to have the dealer do the repair, or my local repair shop. I called Chrysler, and they said for them to even consider a claim, I must have it diagnosed at a dealership. That's fine, but has anyone had any positive results with Chrysler taking responsibiltiy for this on an out-of-warranty T&C? I don't want to get it done at a dealership unless there's some hope of Chrysler paying for at least part of the repair.
It sounds like this is a vulnerable part. Am I going to need to repair this expensive part again in another few years?
I bought this van used in April '08. So far, I'm not very happy.
Maybe it's time for all of us affected by this to start writing Chrysler.
I took it to a trusted mechanic, and he said there's another option -- disconnect the rear air and recharge the system, just use the front a/c. That was done, and so now the front air works fine. It just takes a little longer to cool the back. The fix was $375.
My '06 T&C is out of warranty, and I didn't want to pay $1,100 for a rear evaporator for fear it might happen again because I've heard it's due to vibration and possibly a design defect.
No recall by Chrysler so far. They should take responsibility for this. One dealer I called said there are 4,000 requests per week for rear evaporators, so it's a common problem.
Rear air was not standard in minivans in the past, so it's not so awful to be without it.
Even my brother, who is not a certified mechanic, was familiar with disconnecting the rear air conditioner/ evaporator. Maybe it's a problem with semantics.
It has been working fine since I had the work done a few months ago.
Good luck
Just wanted to let everyone know what happened tp me recently, I own a 2006 Grand Caravan SXT and back in JUly 2008 the rear evaporator started leaking (38,000 miles). I couldn't afford the $900 to replace it so i just lived without it. Anyway on Saturday November 14th I received a letter from Chrysler LLC that stated they were going to "extend the warranty on the rear evaporator and tubing (aluminum) 7yrs/70,000miles."
On monday november 16th i called my local dealership and advised them I wanted to get the work done on my vehicle, they weren't aware of the letter or warranty extension, and asked me to fax my letter to them, they reviewed the letter and on Tuesday the 17th they called and said they had spoken directly to Chrysler and they would honor the letter.
I dropped thmy vehicle off that same day and they replaced everything free of charge
Chrysler Customer Assistance Center
P O Box 21-8004
Auburn Hills, MI 48321-8004
can email me at: [email protected]
1.) my minivan takes forever to get warm air inside, before we bought it used with 35,000 miles a year ago, the dealer told us they had addressed the major powersteering and water pump issues. however in winter it takes forever for hot air to get inside the car, once it comes it seems to work fine but it never comes at idle (even 20 minutes) and only comes after 5 miles beyond teh temp guage going to its max reading.
2.) the rear ac evaporator seems to have been cover for at least some years and models beyond the typical warranty, can anyone tell me if the 7/70 extrension I have seen on this post covers a 2005 T&C ltd? and what the speicif info I might need to get a copy. I do not have the problem but would like to be well armed if ti occurs.
i bought a t&c last year and love it but the aircondition started to act funny it used to blow real cold then only out the passenger side now nothing at all all hot air the system is full and the compresser works so i'm stuck anyone have an idea of what the problem might be i appreciate all inputs thanks
I have a 1998 DGC with 213,000 miles and the alternator runs strong. I would say that an alternator is not a part I would keep on hand for emergencies such as that. Belts, some lengths of various hoses, high-quality duct tape, coolant, oil, transmission fluid (for the tranny and the power steering), etc., are more likely candidates for emergency supplies. I keep supplies such as this (and recovery strap, tie downs, flares, etc) in a 12-gal Rubbermaid Roughtote in my vehicle along with a small tool box.
I also lost all the lighting on my 02 Grand Caravan electronic climate control. I could use help disassembling the control head. I have it removed from the console, and all the screws removed, but I can't get the covers to separate. there seems to be something that won't allow the halves to come apart. I'm afraid to pull too hard and risk breaking something.
Also do you have a place to purchase the bulbs, or can you tell me the part number?
Thanks!
I first unplugged the two connectors to this unit and removed it, then temporarily connected battery to the blower terminals to make sure the blower motor worked, which it did. I decided to buy a new resitor pack, and I installed the new one right in the Dodge dealers lot, so I could check that this was indeed the problem. After installation, blower worked properly on all speeds. Cost $17.14 pus sales tax. Dealer gave me a discounted price, maybe because original only lasted 4 years New unit is completely redesigned from the old one, but it mounts and connectors plug in same as old one. I am assuming this was redesigned because of premature failures in the old design. Replacement part number 68029175AA 019D.
Here's my question....I've had two other T&C's before this one (a 2001 and 2006 - both company cars, so I didn't pay for any problems) and I LOVE these vans. But...not sure I'm ready to keep dumping money into it AND make a $300 car payment every month. I recently put about $400 it for front brakes, and now the auto lock mechanism on the sliding door isn't working (another $200 to fix), it is pulling to the right and I'm gonna need new tires soon. Plus...the $700+AIR fix I haven't made yet.
I'm wondering if I should cut my losses and trade the van in right now and get something newer w/ a warranty. If I'm gonna make a monthly payment anyway - it should be for something I don't have to dump money into...right? Any opinions or insights are welcome - any similar experience? Is it worth it to keep it?
I thought Chrysler extended the warranty for the A/C lines to the rear unit. Seems to me I got a letter from Dodge to that effect, but don't have the info with me.
i have no power to the fuses or control switch or at blower motor. relay location ? please help
So, I am escalating to find out why our 2006 vin is excluded from the list when the part numbers for the parts replaced are identical to those 2006's that are covered. if anyone has some helpful information, I would be greatful!
They also will cover if you already paid to have it repaired, in which case you send your original receipts and/or other adequate proof of payment to the following address for reimbursement:
Chrysler Customer Assistance Center
PO Box 21-8004
Auburn Hills, MI 48321-8004
All three refused to give me an avenue to escalate my claim, stating their decision is final and there is no one above them.