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Total for all of what I needed was about $140. A lot for what amounts to a piece of plastic, but it was worth it for me.
They seem to cary quite a bit of stuff.
Vehicle: 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan
Mileage: 152,000
Problem:
My service engine soon light is on, and has been for about a year or so. Most of the mechanics I talked to said that this was a quirk of the 97 Caravan and to ignore it. I don't know if it has anything to do with the rest of it, but it's something to consider. The major problem I am having is that I have a rough idle, and the van felt like it was choking when I went uphill, or sat too long in idle. So far, I have replaced the fuel filter and added some fuel treatment to the gas tank. It no longer dies (I tested it out at low speeds for about 90 minutes), but it still idles rough and it feels like it is about to die. There is a brief moment of hesitation when giving it a lot of gas from idle, but it catches up and starts to run semi-normally. The only other thing I have noticed is that it seems to run smooth in the 2500-3250 RPM range. I would appreciate any help that you all could offer.
Thank you.
Will DC continue to make the short wheel base Caravan and base T&C as 2006 models now that the Fenton, Missouri plant now produces all 2005 GC SE with the 60/40 split "fold into the floor" rear seating?
The 2nd row bucket seats in my 2002 T&C LX are more comfortable than the 2nd row "StowNGo" seats of the 2005 DC minivans and there is space under the bucket seats for feet of 3rd row passengers that does not exist in the 2005 DC minivans with "StowNGo".
New Grand Caravan SXT with optional powerlift gate, side curtain airbags, power adjustable pedals (which I said I wouldn't pay for since I don't need or want it) and rear parking assist for $22,299 + TTL.
I haven't signed anything yet, but do have it in writing from the salesperson. Our dealerships are closed on Sundays, so I won't do anything about it until Monday.
Does anyone have any experience with current GC SXT pricing?
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There is also an optional built in child seat in the passenger side 2nd row bucket seat of the Caravan SXT when it is ordered with the 50/50 split-bench rear seat of the Caravan SXT.
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I'm not sure that the "Random Missfire" Code could be caused by a fualty fuel pump. I would trust the code and stick with the Ignition system.
FYI: the flashing Check engine Light is "flashing" a code. Count the flashes and check you repair manual for the list of codes. You have to have a pen and paper, but most newer Chrysler products have that feature. Your manual should give you instructions on how to count the "fashes" correctly so you can find the code.
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Since you mentioned that, two years ago the dealer replaced the same thing on our 1993 Eagle Vision. Didn't know what it was until now.
As far as your belt making noise, it could be you just need a new serpentine belt and possibly a new idler tensioner pulley. I replaced the belt once, did it myself total cost less than $25. The idler tensioner pulley also replaced once, again did it myself, another $20 or so.
AC can be expensive and I did have to have that done, but what is an E-coil? Never heard of it.
Did have a couple of transmission leaks, and depending on what they are, $300 could be a fair price for a dealer to do this work.
All in all, could be your dealer has a boat payment due. All your problems are not necessarily life threatening. Drive it out of there, and I would shop around and get a second or third opinion.
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I bought a used 92 grand voyager, and later a used pop-up trailer. I must admit that I did not do my homework regarding towing capacity. I would like to know how to confirm if my voyager has a towing package installed. While replacing the radiator, I noticed that it does have a seperate tranny oil cooler. What else should I look for to confirm if a towing package was installed?
Thanks, Tony
PS trailer weight is specified at @ 1435 lbs, with electric brakes...
1) nasty over spray under the hood, hope it dosent peal off.
2) loose carpeting in the stow and gow 3rd row. if it wears out, hopefully the warrenty will cover it. (anyone else have this problem??).
Other than that, build quality seems very fine, all the seems line up and every thing works, with 1700 miles and going.
2) loose carpeting in the stow and gow 3rd row. if it wears out, hopefully the warrenty will cover it. (anyone else have this problem??).
Not me. I sure would bring it to your dealer's attention though.
Best regards,
Dusty
Assuming that this was only code pulled by AutoZone, it should not be too expensive to fix. You could drive this thing for some time like this, but it is a fix that should not be delayed too much.
You don't need a dealer to do this. If you are savvy, you can do this on your own (be sure to work on a cold engine to avoid burns) or take it to a major chain like PepBoys or any other good independent workshop to get a satisfactory repair.
Anyone know what a code 12 and code 32 are. I think code 55 just tells you it's finished reporting?
Anyone know 'bout these.
vanDam
Code 32 is EGR (exhaust gas recirculating) failure. Check EGR valve for proper operation or replace it.
just new to this board, seems like a great resource,
I'll check into the egr valve, hopefully that clears it up.
I don't plan to ever do any towing with the van.
By "service requirements" I guess you mean the intervals you have to change spark plugs and coolant, etc ...?