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167 messages,  Last post on Dec 05, 2011 at 12:47 PM

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#155 of 167 Re: 2002 Dodge Caravan dash instrument panel dead [johnbeck] by alvirostko

Jun 25, 2011 (10:59 pm)

Replying to: johnbeck (Nov 30, 2010 4:50 pm)
I'm so glad I found your message! I have been having the same problem with my 01 Grand Caravan. I have paid $$$ for a new BCM and PCM, only to have the same problem recur within minutes of getting my vehicle back from the shop. I tried to tell the mechanic that it had to be something else because if I hit the dash, things would work for a minute. I also have one other problem besides the lights and gauges working intermittantly, my blinkers don't work, I think it's a short somewhere. Thanks for your article though, it validates what I was already thinking!

#156 of 167 help by amandabenny

Aug 06, 2011 (5:43 am)

i have a 2001 dodge carvan, the radio doesn't work, the automatic door locks and windows only work if the car is running and now when we turn on the wipers or blinkers all the gages go dead only to come back on as soon as you turn off the wipers or blinkers ?? anyone have any ideas on what it could be ?

#157 of 167 Re: 2002 Dodge Caravan Dash Lights [cbwilsha] by turdnick

Aug 07, 2011 (3:33 pm)

Replying to: cbwilsha (Feb 17, 2009 9:34 am)
This also worked for 99 T&C van, so thanks a bunch!!

#158 of 167 Re: 2002 Dodge Caravan dash instrument panel dead [johnbeck] by brent36

Sep 08, 2011 (2:51 pm)

Replying to: johnbeck (Nov 30, 2010 4:50 pm)
hi there we are having the same problem with our 2001 dodge caravan and have pulled the inst cluster but cannot see which ones are cracked we would like to find the post you are talking about and were wondering if you could send it to me via my email wiemkenlive.com is this a common problem with these vans. we appreciate it thanks brent.

#159 of 167 98 voyager 3L fuel guage problem by firealarmguy

Sep 28, 2011 (3:50 pm)

Ok I have a 98 voyager and it has a lot of electrical problems but 1 that is bothering me now is after re soldering the cluster my gas gauge seems to be out of adjustment. (low fuel light at 1/2 tank) I filled it and it went well past full and am now going to run it out of fuel to find out where empty is. After the re solder (which fixed the bang the dash thing) it seemed out so I pulled it again to check for shorted solder. I am an electronics tech so I know how to do this properly. I couldn't find anything so.... My question is there some sort of procedure to synchronize the sender and gauge? or is the cluster nfg?

#160 of 167 Re: 98 voyager 3L fuel guage problem [firealarmguy] by johnbeck

Sep 28, 2011 (7:47 pm)

Replying to: firealarmguy (Sep 28, 2011 3:50 pm)
Hi there, I'm an electronics technologist and I ran into the same problem which did seem to occur around the time that the cluster went faulty... Up to now, I've 'assumed' that it was a faulty fuel tank sender.... The problem only occures when the fuel level falls between apx 3/4 and 1/2 full; then the low fuel warning light and chime come on & the fuel gauge drops suddenly for apx 1/2 second and then the low fuel light goes out and the gauge goes back up and indicates correct fuel level - it drives me nuts but I can live w it until a fix is posted. I've had the electrical harness to the fuel tank [including ground wire] replaced but that didn't fix the problem...
Please contact me and maybe together and through other resources, we can help each other... thx John johns_officeyahoo.com

#161 of 167 Re: 2002 Dodge Caravan dash instrument panel dead [johnbeck] by jman1984

Sep 29, 2011 (4:12 pm)

Replying to: johnbeck (Nov 30, 2010 4:50 pm)
i have a 2002 grand caravan sport the cluster gauge would stop working as sonn as i turned the hazards or blinker on. I diconnected the blinker from the steering colum and has not done it since . its a $55.00 dollar part from kragen for a new multi fuction switch . if your cluster board is fines this was my fix if you have the same problems/

#162 of 167 Re: 2002 Dodge Caravan dash instrument panel dead [jman1984] by johnbeck

Sep 29, 2011 (6:30 pm)

Replying to: jman1984 (Sep 29, 2011 4:12 pm)
Without being able to view a technical schematic, I have no idea how the turn signals interract with the instrument cluster. If replacing that part worked for you than that's another good piece of info in our arsenal... Right now, aside from the erratic low fuel indicator/falling gauge problem; I'm also experiencing an intermittent 'buzzing' noise coming from one of the relays on the fuse block.. At first I thought it was the headlight relay because I always drive w my headlights on, but it's located under the hood and not in the passenger compartment. After months of observation, I now realize that the buzzing occurs only when the headlights are on AND I use my turnsignals... Now, are these two problems related to the instrument cluster? Again, without a schematic of the wiring system and instrument cluster I'm only guessing...
With all these problems, you'd think that Daimler Chrysler would wade into the discussion...not a chance. This is why the American automotive industry is failing. Fat cats drawing exhorbitant wages and shoddy workmanship.... SAD...

#163 of 167 Re: 2002 Dodge Caravan dash instrument panel dead [johnbeck] by reon

Sep 29, 2011 (10:53 pm)

Replying to: johnbeck (Sep 29, 2011 6:30 pm)
Sounds like a poor ground connection. Spend a some unhurried time on Saturday going over every ground under the hood. Lots of mysterious problems are solved this way.

#164 of 167 Re: 2002 Dodge Caravan dash instrument panel dead [johnbeck] by firealarmguy

Sep 30, 2011 (4:56 pm)

Replying to: johnbeck (Sep 29, 2011 6:30 pm)
Have you checked the plugs on the box by the fuse panel by the brake pedal? Unplug and re inset them. I had an intermittent left turn signal caused by a loose plug that was sure was the multifunction switch. This truck is are the biggest POS I've ever owned and judging by the sheer numbers (of others with problems) mine isn't the only one. I have the service manual (I had to buy) from Ebay but it is very difficult to understand ( I understand why the dealers have problems fixing these stupid problems too now. And keep in mind I am a electrical and electronic service person. And bad relays holy crap almost changed them all now. I thought I blew the tranny (1st and reverse only) 2 days and find it's a relay.

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