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#3 of 22 Re: Dodge Caravan Maintainance schedule [motoringmama] by masterpaul1 Dec 14, 2006 (6:49 pm)
Replying to: motoringmama (Dec 12, 2006 11:56 am) We have a 01 DGC EX and they told me at the last oil change, back in Oct., that the plugs were cracking. They gave me a price over $300 to replace the plugs and wires. I asked them why did the plugs need changing, since we only had 78K. I was told since the wires needed changing, the plugs should be changed too. Well, I looked at all the plugs and really didn't see any cracks. But, I got the instructions as to how to remove the wiper crawl to get at the back three plugs. I replaced the plugs and wires myself with no problem. Only cost me about 2 hrs and about $100 bucks. Replies to this message: kayode65 (Feb 06, 2007 6:31 am) motoringmama (Feb 06, 2007 10:59 am) 97xpresso (Feb 06, 2007 5:14 pm)
#4 of 22 Re: Dodge Caravan Maintainance schedule [masterpaul1] by kayode65 Feb 06, 2007 (6:31 am)
Replying to: masterpaul1 (Dec 14, 2006 6:49 pm) I have an 01 town and country LXI and had transmission replaced at dealer in November. Now have 75k miles on it. It runs fine except occasional idle misses at red lights. Engineer at dealer said it is backfiring real bad, Now I don't know how he came to that conclusion, Did he run it through a computer or by ear. He said the plugs and wires need changing at $300. A mechanic friend said he will help change the plugs and wires. What plugs do people normnally use Bosch, NGK etc. What wires should I get Duralast or Bosch. At this mileage, should I go on and change the fuel filter as well. What else should I be looking for maintenance wise as well. Motoringmama can you direct me to where you got the instructions on changing the spark plugs.   Thank for any response Replies to this message: motoringmama (Feb 06, 2007 10:59 am) 97xpresso (Feb 06, 2007 5:14 pm)
#5 of 22 Re: Dodge Caravan Maintainance schedule [kayode65] by motoringmama Feb 06, 2007 (10:59 am)
Replying to: kayode65 (Feb 06, 2007 6:31 am) I opted out of changing my plugs for now, so I can't help you there. But I do recall someone posting on how to do a spark plug and wire change somewhere on this forum. I do believe it might have been in the Dodge/Chrysler problems and solutions forum. You may have to do a little searching, but I'm sure you will find it. Good Luck
#6 of 22 Re: Dodge Caravan Maintainance schedule [kayode65] by 97xpresso Feb 06, 2007 (5:14 pm)
Replying to: kayode65 (Feb 06, 2007 6:31 am) Use the plugs that came with the van. Under hood emmission sticker has make/model of spark plug. I would purchase Mopar wires at the dealer parts counter. Use anti-sieze on plug threads (careful to keep off electrode) and di-electric grease in plug wire boots.
#7 of 22 Do Dealers have to provide 2 keys on used vehicles? by doright822 Mar 24, 2007 (10:47 pm)
Just bought "06 Grand Caravan this week. Before we left dealer we asked for second key. could not find the key. Next day we were told it only came with one key, and that we would have to buy the second key which will cost around $150.00 trying to fight it. Is it a law or common curtsy to provide us with another key. They claim that 1/2 of the used cars only come with one key. I got a new car lease. Do i have grounds to have them pay for a key?? Replies to this message: motoringmama (Mar 25, 2007 11:13 am) masterpaul1 (Mar 26, 2007 4:35 pm)
#8 of 22 Re: Do Dealers have to provide 2 keys on used vehicles? [doright822] by motoringmama Mar 25, 2007 (11:13 am)
Replying to: doright822 (Mar 24, 2007 10:47 pm) I have never heard of them only providing one key. I bought a used '01 caravan, and they provided not only 2 keys but 2 remote keyless entry devices. And I also bought an older used car last year a '95, and they even had 2 keys and remotes. Sounds like they lost your 2nd set. I would argue that they provide you with the 2nd one at no additional cost. Replies to this message: masterpaul1 (Mar 26, 2007 4:35 pm)
#9 of 22 Re: Do Dealers have to provide 2 keys on used vehicles? [motoringmama] by masterpaul1 Mar 26, 2007 (4:35 pm)
Replying to: motoringmama (Mar 25, 2007 11:13 am) I would fight it too. We bought a used 01 DGC EX and it only had one key and keyfob. We ask them for a second key, to witch we got. The keyfob we had to pay for, $12.00, because they didn't have any used ones.
#10 of 22 "Routine" Maintenance by ajputman Oct 27, 2007 (5:38 pm)
I have a 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan with 21000 miles and have been following the maintenance logbook. The dealer is recommending a "fuel service" and four wheel alignment (neither of which appear in the log). Are these useful as routine maintenance (or a way for the service department to make some extra money)? Replies to this message: shipo (Oct 27, 2007 5:57 pm)
#11 of 22 Re: "Routine" Maintenance [ajputman] by shipo Oct 27, 2007 (5:57 pm)
Replying to: ajputman (Oct 27, 2007 5:38 pm) We have two DGCs, one with 156,000 miles and one with 100,000 miles, and neither of them have had any "fuel service" done on them, exactly as the manual suggests. So far at least, both vans run as well as they did when they rolled off the showroom floor, and both are attaining mileage numbers that are as good or better than they've ever posted before. Go figure.   Upon occasion I've heard some dealerships insist that the "fuel service" was something required by Chrysler via a service bulletin of some sort. I always recommend to folks whenever they are told that to ask to see the Service Bulletin. So far, every time the dealership has had their bluff called, they've backed down.   As for the 4-Wheel alignment, well, that depends on how badly you beat on your van over pot-hole infested roads. Our 1998 had its first alignment just shy of 90,000 miles, and our 2003 has yet to be aligned. In the case of both vans, they've worn their combined five sets of tires nice and evenly.   Best Regards Shipo
#12 of 22 DGC 06 Service by like2know Nov 15, 2007 (6:02 pm)
My 2006 DGC has 34,000 on it. I took it in for 30,000 mile checkup. Dealer recommends I have the transmission flushed ($170), power steering flushed ($120), and front brakes done ($165), for a total of $455. On the fancy fluid display panel (showing a transparent capsule of new fluid alongside a dab of mine) my colors weren't quite as pretty; I can't find any recommendation in the Driver's Manual Maintenance schedule. Any suggestions? Replies to this message: shipo (Nov 15, 2007 6:40 pm)

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