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#107 of 173 Engine Surging and then Dying when stopped and in Drive by caravanaholic Jul 25, 2008 (10:01 pm)
Replying to: pqxray (Jul 22, 2008 2:31 pm) The throttle position sensor was bad.... it's a simple rheostat that provides the position of the throttle into the computer. It had a couple of dead spots that were intermittent. Hence, the mechanic could never duplicate the problem. The mechanic mentioned it was "plugged with oil". I'm not sure where it's located but he said that's what made the troubleshooting so difficult.   It's a $40 buck sensor but on top of about $400 in diagontics. Not to mention the fuel injection flush, thermostat, manifold pressure sensor and that air induction gizzmo.   I hope this helps some other poor fool.....
#108 of 173 Re: 1995 Dodge Caravan, Engine Surging and then Dying when stopped and in Drive [caravanaholic] by mikeksmith Jul 30, 2008 (7:51 am)
Replying to: caravanaholic (Jun 11, 2008 4:22 pm) My van started doing the same thing. It will die in either drive or reverse unless I give it a few RPM's it will not go. Anyone found a fix for this yet?
#110 of 173 Re: 97 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN [eshani] by shipo Aug 29, 2008 (9:59 am)
WHAT? I CANNOT HEAR YOU, YOU'RE TALKING TOO LOUD!   Please retype your post in normal mixed case letters to that the rest of us can read it and comment.   Best regards, Shipo
#111 of 173 97 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN by eshani Aug 29, 2008 (11:26 am)
The van keeps cutting out while driving normally ill turn it off and restart it an it turns over on 1 ocassion it did not turn over and i had to wait about 5-10 mins before it would do so ,also the rpm is out of control it goes up but it wont come back down,then theres this thing with the gears not cathing. ive been to 2 mechanics one said i need to replace fuel pump and filters also possible electric problems. the second one says i need vehicle speed sensor, cam sensor and ignition coil pack. With all these different possibilities idont know who or what to believe and really cannot afford to replace things that arent damage. If any one has an idea or any helpful information it would be gladly appreciated Replies to this message: shipo (Aug 29, 2008 12:33 pm) eshani (Aug 29, 2008 5:49 pm) shipo (Aug 29, 2008 9:17 pm) sumsmum (Sep 02, 2008 7:12 am) sumsmum (Sep 02, 2008 3:23 pm)
#112 of 173 Re: 97 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN [eshani] by shipo Aug 29, 2008 (12:33 pm)
Replying to: eshani (Aug 29, 2008 11:26 am) Problems like this are very difficult to diagnose via the internet. A good place to start would be to get the van to your local AutoZone and have them plug in an OBDC-II reader and capture the error codes.   FWIW, I kind of doubt the fuel pump is an issue, but depending upon the number of miles you have on the van, the filter might be an issue.   Regarding the electronics, oxygen sensors, cam and vehicle speed sensors do fail over time and you should be prepared to replace these as well (assuming the codes point that way). As for the coil pack, I highly doubt it is an issue either.   Keep us posted.   Best regards, Shipo Replies to this message: eshani (Aug 29, 2008 5:49 pm) shipo (Aug 29, 2008 9:17 pm) sumsmum (Sep 02, 2008 7:12 am) sumsmum (Sep 02, 2008 3:23 pm)
#113 of 173 Re: 97 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN [shipo] by eshani Aug 29, 2008 (5:49 pm)
Replying to: shipo (Aug 29, 2008 12:33 pm) Thanks for responding . I went to a third mechanic today he first said it could be electrical problems then he attached a little computer looking thing once he finished he told me that its presenting transmission problems a code came up and i was told that i need to replace the computer for the transmission he also said thats the reason why the gears arent catching, the head lights are out and also why the rpm is wack,he also said that its only runing on 2 cylinders instead of 6. So heres the thing the mechanic says once the computer is replaced the van shouldnt have anyore problems, my thing is i just purchased this van 1 week ago with 96,183 miles on it apparently it seems to be a lemon,i spoke to this dealer guy and he wants me to take it to his mechanic to have it fixed and im kind of ify on the matter because i dont want to get stuck with continuos problems, so at this point dont know what to do should i let him fix it, should i trade it for another or should i get my money back and am i entitled to a refund under the new york lemon law. Replies to this message: shipo (Aug 29, 2008 9:17 pm) sumsmum (Sep 02, 2008 7:12 am) sumsmum (Sep 02, 2008 3:23 pm)
#114 of 173 Re: 97 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN [eshani] by shipo Aug 29, 2008 (9:17 pm)
Replying to: eshani (Aug 29, 2008 5:49 pm) First off, I believe that the New York Lemon Law only applies to new vehicles, although I could be wrong on that one.   Were I in your shoes, I'd take it back to whoever you bought it from and ask them to fix it. If they won't, I might be inclined to talk with a lawyer.   Good luck and keep us posted.   Best regards, Shipo
#115 of 173 Re: 97 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN [eshani] by sumsmum Sep 02, 2008 (7:12 am)
Replying to: eshani (Aug 29, 2008 5:49 pm) I have had similar problems wiht my '9 Voyager, and finally took it to a Mennonite electric motor place who told me I needed a new power train computer, which I ordered. i am expecting to get it back from them today, so if you can hold on a day or so, I can let you know how that works for me. I found a place that sells these more reasonably than the dealership. They were very helpful, lifetime warranty: http://www.goecm.com Hold tight if you can. Heidi
#116 of 173 Re: 97 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN [eshani] by sumsmum Sep 02, 2008 (3:23 pm)
Replying to: eshani (Aug 29, 2008 5:49 pm) My mechanics say that they part I bought did not fix the problem

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