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#66 of 166 Re: Steering Shudder [harley16] by xwesx Mar 21, 2008 (9:22 am)
Replying to: harley16 (Mar 21, 2008 6:06 am) I think B.S. They did not install or tighten something properly, and I would not drive the vehicle until it is fixed. Take it to another shop, get it fixed, and present the first shop with the bill if they are not willing (or capable) of fixing it themselves.
#67 of 166 Dealer says problem can't be fixed. by docbunner Apr 01, 2008 (3:44 am)
I own a 2003 Dodge Chrysler Sport Grand Caravan AWD. I never had any noise until after I had the recall upper hose replaced. I too was getting the run around. I just took it in to the dealer where i had bought it and was told all of the above. but what really got the icing was when they told me that it coulfdn't be fixed. I could have it flushed with no guarantee that that would solve it. I drove it to Florida for my neice's wedding. I am planning on trying to get a power steering reservoir while I am here in St. Petersburg and put it on after I get back home. I will keep the old one as a spare and clean it out qith hot soapy water, etc. wish me luck. I will let you all know if this corrects my Power steering problem. is there anything we can do in the meantime to force them to honor their recall problem fixes which causes continuing problems? Replies to this message: drdylan (Apr 01, 2008 5:56 am) nikki2007nikki (Jun 26, 2008 6:54 pm) drdylan (Jun 27, 2008 1:32 am) kcarroll007 (Sep 23, 2008 6:39 am) and 6 more... docbunner (Sep 20, 2008 2:11 pm)
#68 of 166 Re: Dealer says problem can't be fixed. [docbunner] by drdylan Apr 01, 2008 (5:56 am)
Replying to: docbunner (Apr 01, 2008 3:44 am) Docbunner,   I had the same problem. The DODGE DEALER told me it was either the rack and pinion or the power steering unit.   I took it to a two bay shop.   They found a Tech Bulletin covering the problem.   The Tech Bulletin is bulletin number 19-006-05, dated August 4, 2005.   SOLUTION: Small shop replaced one of the hoses with a longer one, as per Tech Bulletin.   Problem solved.   Good luck & Let me know if this resolves your problem.   By the way, I had the $ 150.00 flush job, which of course did not help. I did demand my money back for that, which they gave to me.   Dan Replies to this message: nikki2007nikki (Jun 26, 2008 6:54 pm) drdylan (Jun 27, 2008 1:32 am) kcarroll007 (Sep 23, 2008 6:39 am) katintrouble (Sep 24, 2008 8:43 am) bonomi (Oct 08, 2008 9:39 am) and 2 more... bills8 (Mar 20, 2009 5:52 am) foonman50 (Oct 16, 2009 5:37 pm)
#69 of 166 Re: Dodge GC 2003 Steering issues [drdylan] by jammer88 Apr 18, 2008 (6:16 pm)
Replying to: drdylan (Mar 10, 2008 3:59 am) I've been fighting this whining and intermitent tight steering for almost 5 years. Ever since they performed the power steering hose recall. I purchased the ES version so it is very hard to let go, I love this van except this constant steering noise problem. I've had it in the shop 5 times already for this problem. They have replaced the pump twice, the rack, the hoses, the reservoir, all with no success. Works for abit but comes back. Still on warranty, but they ding me $100 everytime I bring it in. I've done more help by adding additives. Haven't tried the longer hose yet so I hope this works:) P.S. I also own a 2004 Caravan pretty much exactly the same steering parts, absolutely no problems, except I haven't brought it in for the recall:) I should add the problem gets worse when the weather is colder. 66K kms, but problems started much earlier. Wish I could have the old hose back, I'l take my chances with the fire.
#70 of 166 Whine during start up by scotth711 May 12, 2008 (9:50 am)
Hi,   I've got a loud whine when I first start my 01 GC. It only lasts about 1 minute and then everything is quiet and I haven't had any problems with steering. Is this possibly related to the power steering issue?   Thanks Scott Replies to this message: joepeterson56 (May 06, 2009 9:52 am)
#71 of 166 Lost power steering by hacgso May 24, 2008 (5:42 pm)
My wife was driving our '02 Dodge GC on the highway and when accelerating and changing lanes, she felt a loss of power steering. I drove it and it was very difficult to turn the wheel. I saw a lot of comments about the reservoir and possible clogging of the screen. Could this be my problem? Or is it the pump? There wasn't noise or whinning associated with this like mentioned in the other replies.
#72 of 166 Re: Dealer says problem can't be fixed. [drdylan] by nikki2007nikki Jun 26, 2008 (6:54 pm)
Replying to: drdylan (Apr 01, 2008 5:56 am) Do you by chance know which power steering hose they replaced to get rid of the whine?   We also have a 2003 dodge grand caravan, that has been doing that for a few years, again the dealers said they couldn't do anything.   Had it to a small shop that replaced the rack and pinion and the noise was worse ever. They are trying to fix it, I don't think they know about the hose.   Thank you Mel Replies to this message: drdylan (Jun 27, 2008 1:32 am) kcarroll007 (Sep 23, 2008 6:39 am) katintrouble (Sep 24, 2008 8:43 am) bonomi (Oct 08, 2008 9:39 am) srs_49 (Oct 08, 2008 1:48 pm) and 1 more... bills8 (Mar 20, 2009 5:52 am) foonman50 (Oct 16, 2009 5:37 pm)
#73 of 166 Re: Dealer says problem can't be fixed. [nikki2007nikki] by drdylan Jun 27, 2008 (1:32 am)
Replying to: nikki2007nikki (Jun 26, 2008 6:54 pm) Hi Mel,   I will not have access to my paperwork on the repair for a few days. My guess is that it was the return line, but I am not 100 % certain.   Tell your shop to read Dodge's Tech Bulletin bulletin number 19-006-05, dated August 4, 2005. That is what my guys used to determine the solution to the problem.   Also if they Google the bulletin they should be able to locate it, if they do not have other means to access it.   Mel let me know if they can not determine which hose to replace and I will check my records and find it for you.   Good luck and God Bless,   Dan   Tell the
#74 of 166 96 Dodge Grand Caravan steering issue by jordy2 Jun 30, 2008 (4:10 pm)
I recently bought a 96 DGC Sport. Whether I'm driving or stopped, the steering makes this grinding sound when I turn the wheel even the slightest bit. The steering doesn't lock up and I don't hear any popping noises, only this horrible grinding noise-it kind of sounds like teeth grinding but on a much louder scale. Has anyone experienced this and/or does anyone have any suggestions?
#75 of 166 2001 Grand Caravan steering grinding (fixed) by lincoln553 Jul 01, 2008 (7:40 pm)
Good day all, I was about to replace the power steering pump just before reading this message thread. I had the same problem as many (grinding noise). I just finished replacing the reservoir and the grinding is gone. Try that first!!! Thank you all!

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