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#2666 of 4276 Re: A/C Heater Fan Weirdness [gino45] by caravandal Apr 24, 2005 (3:07 pm)
Replying to: gino45 (Apr 20, 2005 9:29 am) I have replaced the same resistor pack on my 2001 Caravan twice. It went out this morning again! I took an old (bad) one and looked at the thermal fuse (metal bodied part looks like a capacitor) to get the rating. For the record, The OEM part ID for the thermal fuse is MICROTEMP KKJAFW G4A15 TP 128c. I researched Microtemp on the web and noticed that the part is no longer listed on Microtemp's website (if you can call it that). The G4 series is apparently discontinued or just not listed. It is supposed to be rated 10 amps, but I think it's more like 4 amps. If 4 amps is indeed the rating, then it is borderline for a 12v DC motor. The inductive load at turn on is probably what is blowing the thermal fuse. DO NOT DESPAIR! I found a replacement thermal fuse at Radio Shack (of all places). The R/S Part Number is 270-1322 and cost is $1.49 US. It has the same 128 Degree Centigrade rating as the original. The Microtemp Part Number(s) is MNMABM G4A00 TF 128c (R/S Specification says it's 10 amps). I was able to remove the steel shield from the assembly to get to the thermal fuse (use a permanent marker to reference the shield, plastic body, and PC board so re-assembly won't be confusing). Snip the original leads just past the bends away from the fuse body. Place the new fuse (with leads bent to fit in place). Then solder in place. BE SURE TO USE A HEAT SINK BETWEEN THE SOLDER POINT AND THE FUSE BODY! I used 2 alligator clips from R/S PN 270-0346 pack of 10 $ 2.79 US, to heat sink and hold in position while I soldered one side, then the other. Before I re-assembled, I used an ohm meter to verify fuse continuity. After I assembled the resistor pack, I re-installed on the Caravan, and viola it works! I now have several spare assemblies (that I have repaired), and can replace if it happens again. If you aren't very good at soldering, you might be able to find someone that can do this for you (for a few beers Ha Ha). Keep the old assemblies so that you can repair them for future replacements. Total cost for repair was $ 7.26 US. That was for 3 thermal fuses and the bag of 10 alligator clips. Much better than $ 13 US for replacement assembly! Good luck, and I hope you get you fan problem sorted out!! Caravandal.... Suwanee Georgia USA. Replies to this message: kjo1 (Nov 03, 2005 7:52 am)
#2667 of 4276 Re: 1997 grand caravan fuel gauge warning problem [jingle1] by jeffw1 Apr 25, 2005 (1:49 pm)
Replying to: jingle1 (Apr 18, 2005 12:13 pm) 4/25/2005 My Grand Caravan just started ringing for low fuel on a full tank last week. I have checked fuses but no problems there. Making appointment soon. Replies to this message: huggybear2 (May 04, 2005 9:34 am)
#2668 of 4276 Rough Idling slight back fire. by vanman10 Apr 27, 2005 (6:00 am)
Since the end of winter and the start of spring my 2000 Caravan has been running rough. This happens in the mornings and once the engine warms up it runs smooth. I've changed the fuel filter, air filter, oil change, timing belt (replaced last summer), tune -up (done last summer). I've also added good quality injector cleaner to a full tank of gas. And still it runs rough and sometimes a little back fire occurs. None of my check engine lights come on. Has anyone experienced this problem. Replies to this message: arifs (May 20, 2005 9:06 am) motoringmama (May 20, 2005 9:21 am) masterpaul1 (May 20, 2005 9:52 am) shipo (May 20, 2005 11:21 am) badgerfan (May 20, 2005 12:48 pm) shipo (May 20, 2005 1:27 pm)
#2669 of 4276 vanman10 by hayneldan Apr 27, 2005 (10:46 am)
Have you cleaned the throttle body? Replies to this message: vanman10 (Apr 27, 2005 12:44 pm)
#2670 of 4276 Re: vanman10 [hayneldan] by vanman10 Apr 27, 2005 (12:44 pm)
Replying to: hayneldan (Apr 27, 2005 10:46 am) Hi hayneldan.   What and where is the throttle body.
#2671 of 4276 vanman10 by hayneldan Apr 27, 2005 (1:53 pm)
If you have a 6 cyl van the throttle body is at the other end of the air cleaner hose atop the engine. unscrew the clamp holding the large black hose nearest the top of the engine. Remove the hose, and you will see a silver throttle body. With the van not running, move the linkage from the gas pedal, or have someone in the van step on the gas pedal. You should see a round valve larger than a silver dollar that opens and closes as the gas pedal is depressed. If it looks dirty around this throttle body or the ports (holes) just behind the valve look clogged or dirty, it needs to be cleaned. Buy some throttle body cleaner (not carb cleaner) that will not damage emission controls. Read the instructions carefully and follow the directions on the throttle body cleaner. This cleaning will make the van run smoother at idle and stop stalling if it is dirty. Good Luck. Replies to this message: jmojardin (Nov 29, 2005 11:40 am)
#2672 of 4276 Ticking Noise on a 2000 Caravan by vanman10 Apr 29, 2005 (8:24 am)
Every morning when I start my 2000 Dodge Caravan (3.L V6) I have a ticking noise coming from the engine. Once the engine warms up the noise goes away. This only happens in the mornings. Is it possible to adjust the lifters on these 3.L V6 engines. I currently have 144,000 km's on this van. I maintain my vehicle very well. What would cause this problem? Replies to this message: jwheeler1 (May 12, 2005 1:31 pm)
#2673 of 4276 2001 Caravan radio quit - help! by lammergeier Apr 29, 2005 (9:12 am)
It's the AM/FM/single CD unit. One day my wife (it's her car) told me the radio wouldn't shut off. I checked it -- with the ignition on the radio was on and unresponsive to *any* buttons or knobs, couldn't change station, volume, etc. I pulled the radio fuse & replaced it, no effect. So I disconnected the battery for 10 minutes, when I reconnected it the radio was dead, wouldn't turn on, no clock display, buttons didn't light up with headlights on. All other electrical stuff works great.   A while later I replaced the battery. When I cranked it for the first time with the new battery, the radio lights came on for half a second, but then it blanked.   Any ideas on how I could fix this myself, or should I just buy a new radio? Replies to this message: badgerfan (Apr 29, 2005 10:40 am) ahzoo (May 01, 2005 9:28 pm)
#2674 of 4276 Re: 2001 Caravan radio quit - help! [lammergeier] by badgerfan Apr 29, 2005 (10:40 am)
Replying to: lammergeier (Apr 29, 2005 9:12 am) I replaced the Infinity unit in our 1996 Caravan recently, after finding out the dealer price for a replacement rebuilt unit was $200 and this was for one without CD player, just a cassette. CD unit would have been $300.   I went with aftermarket unit a low end Pioneer radio/single CD, bought from and installed by the local big box electronics store. Total cost: about $109 for the radio and $100 for installation and parts.   It works great, the only downside is the buttons and controls are small and not very user friendly, and the display is not bright enough under some daylight conditions, but that is the case with most aftermarket units.   You could however have some other problem associated with power to the unit, but most likely it is in the radio itself.
#2675 of 4276 Re: 1990 Gr Caravan 3.3 stutters/stalls [chubb2i] by radams Apr 30, 2005 (3:56 am)
Replying to: chubb2i (Apr 21, 2005 9:55 pm) I had this exact problem and Goodyear recommended a new TCM. They replace it and the engine now runs great. Replies to this message: chubb2i (May 11, 2005 2:29 pm)

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