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Re: Steering Noise [jasonmwc] by gino45
Jul 18, 2006 (2:47 pm)

Replying to: jasonmwc (Jul 16, 2006 7:55 pm)

I have a 2001 with the same problem. It was noticeable when turning the steering wheel with the vehicle parked. Also noticed it a low speeds when turning the steering wheel. Symptom was a shudder feel in the steering wheel and a rubbing noise. There is a TSB on this. I finally took it to the dealer and they replaced the power steering reservoir and a return hose. The original hose was only a few inches long. They replaced it with a length of rubber hose that's a foot long. They also replaced the power steering fluid with ATF4. The cause of the noise vibration is due to air being trapped in the steering rack. The longer hose is suppose to cure this. I've notice a decrease in the symptoms after the work was done, but still feel a bit of a shudder. The dealer mentioned it could take a while for all the air to purge itself out of the system. I'll report back after my next oil change if it turns out to cure the problem fully.
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PCV valve change by gino45
Jul 18, 2006 (2:53 pm)
Anyone know of any tips on how to change the PCV valve on a 2001 caravan with the 3.3L engine. I can't seem to get a wrench behind the rear valve cover to unscrew the valve.
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caravan clunking over bumps by trashman1980
Jul 18, 2006 (7:38 pm)
i have a 01 grand caravan, when you go over bumps it has a very fast clunking noise up front, doesnt do it over smooth bumps or dips in the roadway though.I found a broken sway bar link so i replaced both links and sway bar bushings,and i actually think it might be worse? any suggestions or simmilar problems? thanks in advance
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Re: caravan clunking over bumps [trashman1980] by masterpaul1
Jul 18, 2006 (8:22 pm)

Replying to: trashman1980 (Jul 18, 2006 7:38 pm)

We had both outer tire rods replaced in april because of a clunking noise from up front when going over the bumps. That solved the problem.(We have an 01 DGC EX with over 77K)
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More Problems by fish8
Jul 19, 2006 (10:05 am)
I brought my Wife's 2005 T&C into the dealer for an oil change and to have them look into a creaking noise under the car and a clicking ot ticking noise coming from the belts in the engine area.
 
The dealer just called me back and said the spare was loose under the car which caused the creaking noise. They told me an edge of the belt in the engine is getting chewed up on one edge and tech needs to find out whats wrong with it. Does anyone have any info on these issues? Common to this van?
 
These 2 new issues are on top of other issues we have run into in the past: Steering fluid resevoir swapped for new, new power steering lines installed. Rear buzzer (?) replaced when it quit working.
 
All this in only 19,000+ miles.....making us a bit nervous. At least with our extended warranty, we get a free loaner. I'm drivng a Jeep Liberty Limited. We have gotten our money's worth from them providing loaners to us while its in the shop.....
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Ongoing A/C Problem - 2000 Gr Caravan by jdvoigt
Jul 19, 2006 (6:31 pm)
Replaced the evaporator and drier due to hole in evaporator. A/C cooled fine for about 10 days, then was "cool" but not cold like it should be. Brought it back in, and they found a bad expansion valve. Replaced that, and again, it was cold for about 7-10 days, now barely cool. System was pressure checked and there appears to be no leaks. This has been going on for about 4 months now, and I don;t know what to do next. If anyone has any ideas what else it could be, please respond.
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T&C Battery issue by ecnirp
Jul 23, 2006 (5:32 pm)
2002 T&C EX - 51K miles.
 
This morning I took the car out and had no problems. 6 hours later I go into the garage and the van will not start up. There was a little bit of light on the dash and then I lost it when I turned the key. Just the old clicking noise.
 
Jump started the car and took it around the block. Lights on the dash were flickering on and off and the gauges were not stable. Then then the battery light came on so I parked the car.
 
Do I need a new battery or could it be the alternator or something else? Is there an easy way to diagnose? Could a shop just hook something to the battery to determine the issue?
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2003 Dodge Grand Caravan ES Turn Signal won't cancel by krgray
Jul 23, 2006 (6:25 pm)
I just purchased a 2003 Dodge Grand Caravan ES and the strangest thing is happening , the left turn signal will not cancel under normal 90 degree turns. If I sit still and activate the signal light I can cancel it buy turning the steering wheel to the left slightly and the back to straight, however when in motion the signal will not normally cancel.
 
Has anyone else experienced this problem and can offer some advice ?
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Re: Ongoing A/C Problem - 2000 Gr Caravan [jdvoigt] by Mr_Shiftright HOST
Jul 24, 2006 (8:20 am)

Replying to: jdvoigt (Jul 19, 2006 6:31 pm)

System could be overcharged, causing condensor to freeze. Is it cold again in the morning and then slowly warms up during use?
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Re: T&C Battery issue [ecnirp] by mfahey1
Jul 24, 2006 (11:04 am)

Replying to: ecnirp (Jul 23, 2006 5:32 pm)

It could be either one although my bet is on the battery. Any repair shop can run a diagnostic on the charging system to determine where the problem is. Assuming this is the original battery, to me you're living on borrowed time with it so if I were in this situation(which I was last winter with our 2001), I'd go ahead and replace it.

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