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#2921 of 4276 Re: 1997 Grand Caravan no power to instrument panel and gauges [mfay] by dougt2 Jun 25, 2005 (9:06 am)
Replying to: mfay (Jun 22, 2005 7:39 pm) Hi   I have a 98 Gr Caravan with exactly the same problem. Runs fine but the instrument cluster is intermittent. After searching the forum for answers, so far I've   - removed the instrument cluster, removed and reinstalled the connector - replaced the battery - checked the codes in the instrument cluster readout by holding the trip/odo buttons and turning it on - removed and reinstalled the IDO fuse   any other ideas? - replace instrument cluster circuit board $370? - replace computer?   thanks doug Replies to this message: dennisctc (Jun 26, 2005 3:05 am) mfay (Jun 26, 2005 9:07 pm) marine2 (Jun 26, 2005 9:30 pm) paumonok (Jun 28, 2005 2:10 pm) and 5 more... phantom3 (Jul 01, 2005 7:30 am)
#2922 of 4276 Re: 1997 Grand Caravan no power to instrument panel and gauges [dougt2] by dennisctc Jun 26, 2005 (3:05 am)
Replying to: dougt2 (Jun 25, 2005 9:06 am) I don't think you can replace just the circuit board? I would replace the entire instrument cluster...maybe pick one up in junk yard? Swap it out
#2923 of 4276 Re: 98 Grand Caravan Speedo stopped working. [cbwilsha] by matt20 Jun 26, 2005 (12:32 pm)
Replying to: cbwilsha (Jun 23, 2005 6:41 pm) Thanks guys. CB wins the prize. After I posted this I went out and couldn't crank the van at all. Replaced battery, problem solved.   It was a Sears Diehard gold that died after only 14 months. Luckily it was still under warranty.
#2924 of 4276 Re: 98 Grand Caravan Speedo stopped working. [dustyk] by bg7163 Jun 26, 2005 (2:24 pm)
Replying to: dustyk (Jun 24, 2005 12:51 pm) This has nothing to do with a Grand Caravan or a Dodge Dakota but I've been reading your posts about both vehicles' speedometer issues and you seem to know a lot so I would like your opinion regarding my problem. With my 98 Honda Civic LX Sedan, the engine light came on around 50,870 miles and the primary o2 sensor was replaced. It ran fairly well until this past winter when the gas mileage got down to as low as 20 mpg. The exhaust manifold was found to be cracked and leaking. The dealer replaced the manifold/cat converter, both gaskets, and nuts per emissions warranty, at 78,843 miles, 3/23/05. Then, yesterday, the engine light came on again. Checked gas cap, etc., per owner's manual instructions, no problem found. Continued driving. Discovered the speedometer, odometer, trip meter and the cruise control was no longer working and the automatic transmission started jerking around at lower speeds, when slowing for a stop sign or accelerating. What's going on??? Can I continue driving this car until it can be fixed? ??? Can I even drive it to the dealer 45 miles away???? Any guidance would be appreciated.
#2925 of 4276 Re: Tranny stays in Reverse when I put in in Park [dustyk] by lhj Jun 26, 2005 (5:29 pm)
Replying to: dustyk (Jun 24, 2005 12:49 pm) Thanks for the help!
#2926 of 4276 How hard is it to replace the driver's seat on a 2002 T&C? by hansienna Jun 26, 2005 (7:52 pm)
Are the bolts that hold the seat to the frame the same for the LX, eX, LXi, and Limited the same?      The higher priced T&C seem to have a more comfortable seat (the ones with the separately adjustable head rest).       My T&C LX has a wiring harness under the driver's seat. Is that the same wiring harness that the power seat of higher priced T&C minivans use? Replies to this message: dennisctc (Jun 27, 2005 2:28 am) hansienna (Jun 27, 2005 4:34 am)
#2927 of 4276 Re: 1997 Grand Caravan no power to instrument panel and gauges [dougt2] by mfay Jun 26, 2005 (9:07 pm)
Replying to: dougt2 (Jun 25, 2005 9:06 am) Since my first post I have learned the following about this failure: I started the van two days latter and the instrument cluster operator correctly. The "service engine soon" light remained on. I went to the local AutoZone and they hooked up their hand held OBD2 terminal and obtained failure code P1698 - Manufacturer controls - Auxiliary Inputs and Auxiliary Outputs. A second employee doubled checked the codes with the same unit and no codes were displayed. The AutoZone computer data base did not list P1698. I did pull the battery leads and clean the contacts. The alarm is gone and I have not seen any symptoms since. Replies to this message: marine2 (Jun 26, 2005 9:30 pm) paumonok (Jun 28, 2005 2:10 pm) dougt2 (Jun 28, 2005 3:57 pm) and 4 more...
#2928 of 4276 Re: 1997 Grand Caravan no power to instrument panel and gauges [mfay] by marine2 Jun 26, 2005 (9:30 pm)
Replying to: mfay (Jun 26, 2005 9:07 pm) It really seems strange what a weak battery can do to the instrument lights on these vans. One would never believe it possible. I guess with all the electrical stuff on these vans, it does happen though. Replies to this message: paumonok (Jun 28, 2005 2:10 pm) dougt2 (Jun 28, 2005 3:57 pm) plano_texas (Jul 07, 2005 6:14 am) and 3 more...
#2929 of 4276 Re: How hard is it to replace the driver's seat on a 2002 T&C? [hansienna] by dennisctc Jun 27, 2005 (2:28 am)
Replying to: hansienna (Jun 26, 2005 7:52 pm) I doubt DCX would use different bolts for different seats...they should all be the same. I would also guess the wiring harness is the same too. You should be able to install power seat without problems. Replies to this message: hansienna (Jun 27, 2005 4:34 am)
#2930 of 4276 Re: How hard is it to replace the driver's seat on a 2002 T&C? [dennisctc] by hansienna Jun 27, 2005 (4:34 am)
Replying to: dennisctc (Jun 27, 2005 2:28 am) Thanks. I like everything about the van but the uncomfortable front and middle seats.       Sadly, I cannot just put the left half of the rear 50/50 split seat into the driver's seat location as the rear seat is VERY comfortable.

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