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On some minivans, the controls on the doors are not lighted...but most DC minivans have them light up at night when either the headlights or parking lights are turned on.
Did you get an owner's manual with the 2002 LXi? If not, I will look in my owner's manual to research the situation. Good luck.
It has a " CAUTION! "
.When installing the Integrated Power Module cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the IPM, and possibly result in a electrical system failure.
.When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating. The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it indicates a problem in the circuit that must be corrected.
The Heated Mirrors, Lower Instrument Panel Power Outlet and Removable Floor Console in in the front position are fused with self resetting fuses that are only serviceable by an authorized dealer. The power seats are fused by a 30 Amp circuit breaker located under the instrument panel near the steering column. If you experience temporary or permanent loss of these systems seek an authorized dealer for service.
I just purchased a 1999 T/C Limited, and am quite pleased with the new car. I had it checked out prior to purchasing it and the only thing that came up on the ODBII scanner was that the battery needed to be replaced (still had original Mopar bat.).
I replaced the battery today with a new Gold Series Duralast. I was a bit worried about disconnecting the battery and running into problems with any (if any) security features that may be on the van. I still am not up to speed with what features come with the vehicle. I decided to run the van while I changed the battery, but upon disconnecting the battery the vehicle turned off.
Since the car was off now and the battery cable was disconnected, I just swapped the old bat. with the new and it started right up. I had the alternator checked and it's putting out 13.9vdc and that seems to be normal.
My question is, is there a feature that will shut the vehicle down if the battery is disconnected? I now know that it is not wise to disconnect the battery on newer cars (ok on 70's models maybe), and it could cause the peak voltage from the alternator ( up to 40v ) and cause serious damage on other electrical components.
Any wealth of knowledge on this is appreciated.
I also found some sort of on board "key-on diagnostics". I'm not sure if this is coming from the on-board computer or what. Does anyone know about this. Here is what I did...
1. Hold down the trip and cancel buttons on the dashboard.
2. turn the key to the "ON" position (do not start).
3. the mileage will display the trip distance... press the trip button once and a code will start to flash.
My van just flashed 55. On my old Dodge Intrepid this meant it was the end of the diagnostics and no error was found.
Is this the same as the old Dodge code? I doubt it , but if anyone has the codes please post.
Thanks.
I don't know of any car that will run with the battery disconnected. You need fuel and electricity to run it. Disconnecting the battery takes care of one. How else can you get fire to the plugs?
First, how does the car "feel". Is it "bouncy" when going through road dips or bumps?
Two, Does it make the noise only when you go over something or when you make turns?
Three, Have you noticed a "Wobble" during turns?
Model: TOWN AND COUNTRY
Year: 2001
Type: MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE
Service Bulletin Number: 1900801
NHTSA Item Number: 628194
Summary Description:
EXPERIENCING A POP/TICK SOUND HEARD COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL AREA WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. *TT
or you can go to here for more information:
http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/problems/tsb/tsbsearch.cfm
The radio controls must be a design flaw, as the exact same thing happened in my Liberty which has the same radio (the balance button splits, then comes off)
Anyway - we've had the van for three months now and drove 4000 miles. It's a smooth ride and has plenty of space. Last week I heard the brakes sqeaking a little, and later in the week the sound was gone, but the ABS light came on a few times.
I took in in to the dealer for maintenance thinking I needed new brake pads.
Thurs out I did not need brake pads, but a speed sensor for one of the wheels? Also, during regular maitenance they discovered a small leak in the water pump and replaced it.
Total bill for waterpump, maitenance(A=$95), speed sensor, excluding labor to install the speed sensor because it wasn't in stock - $438,-
Car has 41000 miles.
I thought this was expensive and was wondering if I could have gone out to buy the parts at autozone and have a local garage install them. I found water pumps for around $50! I paid al least double that ($218 installed)
any thoughts?
Steve Carpenter
Anyone have any experience with this type of problem and have any suggestions as to what might be causing it?
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Good luck!
On your hesitating to go into gear, our 1996 Caravan developed a problem that sounds similar to yours though it never "jumped into gear", it just hesistated to change without a wait and some jiggling of the shifter lever., A simple adjustment to the gear shift cable and linkage into the transmission under the hood by the dealer service shop fixed it.
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Might be some other component such as the tensioner pulley that is bad, but this is just a guess.
I have a 99 T&C AWD LXI. FYI, Its a quirky beast, and seems poorly designed with an under-sized suspension. The brakes and rotors were done at 30K, new front end bushings at 50K, new tires at 60K. Not a lemon, but it will be expensive to keep.
My 2001 needed brakes and front rotors at 45,000. Tires are still ok for another year.
My 2001 Service manual says the power for the fuses to thePower outlets comes through an accessory relay which is located in the "Intelligent Power Module" under the hood. Your 1999 may be the same.
Any ideas or has anyone experienced this???
Thank you!
This really sux........... please if anyone has knowledge of how to get in touch with someone at Chrysler..... it would be greatly appreciated
You might want to try this site. On the left hand side, you will see where it says Contact Chrysler. Hope they can help.