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The first thing I wanted to do was change the gas cap to one with a lock. So I went to a dealership and got one. The gas cap on a minivan is held on a "tether" line and I figured that either it would be obvious how to replace it, or it would be in the service manual. No. In fact neither is true. I cannot guess how to get to old one off the tether line, and no it is not in the $200.00 manuals either.
Does anyone know how this is done?
I think the most likely case will be that you have an unbalanced tire, but there are other possibilities.
That is to say that I would guess that your problem is tied to the same security feature that is giving me problems.
The head gasket, water pump, thermostat, starter and flywheel were all replaced last month.
im in the same boat...
i just replaced the water pump my self...
put it all back together went to start it and it wont turn over.. the instrument panel come up like you said chimes ect but it wont turn over, when i stop trying to crank it over the security light does come on, also i get nothing from the radio it ejects the CD light up but it wont play anything , i do have the compustar system in it. im really thing it is something with the security, it is almost midnight and i have been hitting my head for 3h..
also when i remove the key after the security light cam on some of the dash lights stayed on for about 3 seconds then turned off. i hear the fuel pump priming and get all the noises but i don't know what to do it is dead in my father in law's garage.
any thoughts would be great!!
thanks
matt
1. Head casket replaced right after the purchase ( likely to me under warranty )
2. Terrible steering wheel vibration – replaced original tires with Michelin destiny – problem was solved forever.
3. Windshield wipers parks vertically – not covered with extended warranty ( most expensive one) – wanted to replace whole assembly for 200$ without work – fixed in some garage for 20$. After 1 year came back.
4. Fuel cage indicator started to show full tank all the time – not covered with extended warranty and very expensive to fix. I just waited and it eventually started to work no more problems so far
5. Blown cabin fan resistor. Purchased one for 50$ and replaced in a friendly garage for 20$
6. Started to rust in few places 2 years ago. Still looks ok.
Summary:
Generally speaking I like my Montana. This is my wife’s car and she likes it even more. Very comfortable with hauling my family to a big distance. Extremely nice and comfortable ride. I don’t’ feel that this car is not reliable. My car has a 80K and most of them very heavy traffic city miles.
Again windshield wipers annoyingly parked in the wrong position. 200$ + work to replace them? I don’t know.
I was looking for not expensive car and bought a base model that still has ABS and power window.
Thanks
Jack
145,000 mi.) In the last year I've had to replace
the drivers side wheel bearing (hub assembly)
three times and needing another as I type this.
Can someone please tell me what type of bearing will last on these things. The ones that failed were all after market. I'd appreciate any
and all comments. Thanks
At 102K (just 2K past warranty) engine over heated. Had to get cooling system (lower and upper intake gaskets and various other items) replaced - cost 2200.00. Same thing happened 35K miles later. Lower intake gasket, water pump, etc replaced by dealer.
At 175K same thing. This time I tackled myself. Replaced front head gasket, upper/lower intake gaskets, water pump, t-stat, radiator hoses. Live in south so I put water only in cooling system after flushing Dexcool out. Been running fine for last 25K miles with slight fluctuations in temp gauge (from 2 ticks below to 2 ticks above center)
At 180K had transmission rebuilt.
Just a few minutes ago 3-15-06 wife drives up and says van sounds like desiel engine. Opened hood and saw sludge all over front right of engine (battery, water pump, etc.) Also noticed sludge in coolant reservoir. Oil dip stick had no apparent indications of water in the oil.
Could it be oil in the water. If so why not water in the oil?
Lastly - If engine needs to be replaced and due to over 200K miles, would it be worth it to replace engine?
They indicate that torque is critical on the axle shaft-I'm not sure if it is or not
I'm not sure what the torque is supposed to be
Jon
Regards
Mike Taylor
Wondering if you are still on the forum and if you ever found out the problem with your leveling system ? I have a 2005 with the same problem.
Mike
Thanks.
yours with wanting to add a wheelchair lift! Now I have sold cars for a long time, so believe it or not, your not the only one with this problem!!! Your 1998 will support a wheelchair lift. You just have to find someone to do it! The dealership wont do it cause it would void the warranty! Do you still even own the van? If so the warranty may be dead anyway. There will be no top cutting as well. Ive seen it done! Plan on spending around three grand! I hope this info helps!
wrong but maybe widening the side door or getting a specific size lift that would fit? Lol!! Please do get back to me, It would be greatly appreciated
angel05