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#45 of 171 Power Steering Problem by rdandurand Jan 31, 2008 (4:34 pm)
My 2006 Grand Caravan just started making whining noises. It has under 16,000 miles on it. I took it to my dealer and they said it was a failed Power Steering Rack & Pinion Seal Leak and ordered a new one. Unfortunately, as of today they told me over 11,000 of the same part are on backorder. Does this smell of a major recall? I was told by the dealer that it affected Model Years 2005-2008. I was told as long as I kept the fluid up to par I could drive it. I asked for and received a free quart of Mopar ATF Transmission fluid to use until the part comes in.
#46 of 171 Re: '05 Dodge Caravan Power Steering Issue [woodstockga] by terryvet1 Feb 07, 2008 (3:55 pm)
Replying to: woodstockga (Jan 31, 2008 8:37 am) I had the whining noise that came from the power steering in December 07. I added fluid and the whining noise went away. Now all of the sudden the noise is back. I added a little more fluid and the noise reduced slightly. The fluid was not low, so it is now maxed out. You mention a recall for the resivoir. I did not get any type of notice... Was this a national recall on the 2005 model or something from your dealer? Replies to this message: dodgeman7 (Feb 10, 2008 9:26 am)
#47 of 171 Re: '05 Dodge Caravan Power Steering Issue [terryvet1] by dodgeman7 Feb 10, 2008 (9:26 am)
Replying to: terryvet1 (Feb 07, 2008 3:55 pm) I don't believe the reservoir has a recall on it only the reservoir hose that connects to it. I have an '03 GC and not sure for the 2005-07 model has the recall. They all use the same part number for the reservoir. I just bought it and installed it an the noise went away over a year ago. Call the dealer and they will tell you what recalls your van has.
#48 of 171 2006 T&C whining noise by dadto3 Feb 14, 2008 (7:57 am)
I have an '06 T&C and commute out of town with it every day. When I exit the interstate and come to a stop, I've got a whining sound from the engine. If I excelerate back up to 40+ mph, I don't hear it, but it's back when I come back to a lower mph or a stop. When I'm just doing in town driving, I don't notice it. Took it to the Chrysler dealer on a 5 degree day and was told it's a common problem in cold weather (?????). Well, today is in the 30's and I've got the same problem. If there's work to be done, I want to get it done before I get out of warranty. Suggestions? Replies to this message: dadto3 (Mar 07, 2008 6:43 am)
#49 of 171 ME TOO! and its FIXED! Zero Dollars by natb1 Feb 25, 2008 (9:10 am)
Thanks all,   My 2001 was exhibiting the exact same symptoms. After an independant service station said i needed both pump and rack, I declined. They only asked $700 for the whole job, parts and labor. I good deal considering what ive read so far. I figured $700 was enough to warrant a little internet surfing. BTW, this is the best use of the internet by far! Sure enough, i pulled off the resevuoir (that rear nut is a pain), and I actually back flushed it with hot soapy water. I then dried it VERY THOUROUGHLY. Put back together.....Nearly Silent even on a cold start. Total cost?....Zero Dollars!   PS....I did find a leaking hose fitting on the "cooler" below. that should be all of 5 Bucks.   Thanks again all!....Now over to the 95 S-10 (CPI Vortec) Message Board! Replies to this message: mariusstarr (Apr 01, 2009 3:16 am) dodgeman7 (Apr 01, 2009 8:28 am)
#50 of 171 $10 has seemingly fixed my 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan whining by brijeshn Feb 27, 2008 (1:41 pm)
I had the same whining problem for the last few weeks. It used to last about 5 minutes and would be gone after I had caught up speed. I took it to the dealer who recommended getting the rack and pinion unit replaced for $880.00 . Wow !! I was not prepared for it.   I skipped the dealership and did some net surfing, checked the Power Steering Oil level and it seemed a little low and so thought of getting some Power Steering Oil. Dodge recommends using only Mopar oil. Looked up Target/Walmart and did not find any and so I finally went to Napa Auto Parts. The guy at Napa recommended using Lucas Power Steering Stop Leak. A 12 oz. bottle costs $9.99. I took my chances, bought it and then poured the same to the required level (did not overfill) on 25th evening and the whining dissappeared the next morning. I looked up the oil level this morning (about 36 hours after I filled in) and the oil level seemingly was intact. I just hope that this will go a long way. keeping my fingers crossed though.   If interested you can look up the Lucas Oil info at Lucas Power Steering Stop Leak I will watch out for another week and post you with my anticipated success.   Do also let me know if someone has any experience around this product. Even though I have taken my chances I want to be sure it is the right thing to do. Replies to this message: joepeterson56 (May 06, 2009 9:43 am) xwesx (May 06, 2009 9:51 am) joepeterson56 (May 06, 2009 10:24 am) and 1 more...
#51 of 171 Re: '05 Dodge Caravan Power Steering Issue [federico1] by ls6454 Feb 28, 2008 (8:02 pm)
Replying to: federico1 (Jan 30, 2008 4:44 pm) We have an 2005 Grand Caravan that has had the whining noise for a couple of monthes, the power steering fluid is full. The dealer suggested replacing the rack, a frieng of mine suggested adding some Lucas power steering conditioner, I figured for under $10 what did I have to loose. I removed the hose and started the engine and turned the wheel , this pumped the old fluid into an empty gallon jug. I refilled the fluid and added the Lucas power steering conditioner, this was about a week ago and still no whine.
#52 of 171 ATF+4 should be fine @ least in 2001 by natb1 Feb 29, 2008 (6:46 am)
I used ATF+4 with no problems.   To anyone who has found fluid to be low: jack the vehicle and secure it with stands. DO NOT get under car with a jack alone! While the van is suspended by stands, start the van. Get under the van while a friend turns the wheels. Inspect the 2 hose fittings that go to the small cooler. It looks like a miniature radiator under the van. Mine leaks slowly
#53 of 171 2003 Caravan Whining noise in steering. by drdylan Feb 29, 2008 (2:52 pm)
I have a 2003 Caravan and almost got ripped off by the dealer.   Having a whining noise in the steering system I took the van to the dealer and was told the power steering needed to be flushed. That cost about $150.00. Problem solved for a few days. Then it came back and grew worse week by week.   Took it back a month or so later, dealer said they were not sure if it was the power steering onit or the rack and pinion.   TOOK IT TO A SMALL SHOP. THEY FOUND A TECH BULLETIN INSTRUCTING TO REPLACE A HOSE ON THE UNIT WITH A LONGER ONE. PROBLEM RESOLVED.   I collect a refund of the $ 150.00 flush "JOB ".
#54 of 171 Re: '05 Dodge Caravan Power Steering Issue [woodstockga] by crabland Mar 01, 2008 (9:27 am)
Replying to: woodstockga (Jan 31, 2008 8:37 am) My van just started making the same noise. I was told to add pwer steering fluid until the part arrived. Which they said was about 6 weeks. I have a 2005 Dodge mini van and the three year/30,000 milage warranty is covering the replacement part.

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