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#9 of 167 Re: 2002 dodge caravan instrument panel problem. [rickmn] by slking

Apr 14, 2007 (9:29 am)

Replying to: rickmn (Feb 20, 2007 2:36 pm)
How long did it take you to figure this one out? We've been having this problem for almost two years!!! My husband is trying your fix right now. His father is a mechanic and had no clue what the problem could be when he was here last. And now I'm going through a "it can't be that simple" argument from the both of them. Hope it works! I'm depending on you!!!

#10 of 167 Re: 2002 dodge caravan instrument panel problem. [slking] by jmcdonell

Apr 14, 2007 (9:51 am)

Replying to: slking (Apr 14, 2007 9:29 am)
i finally fixed my problem on my 2002 caravan ,the problem beeing the "BDM controller" you know dodge has a problem with this system since they have a exchange program in place for this particular van.it's located right under the dash, left of the brake pedal.it has approx 6 plugs going into it.again my symptoms where no speedo,tach,fuel and temp and my signal lights would not work at all.hope this helps.
 
jamie

#11 of 167 98 Grand Voyager dash quits clarification requested by 98voyager

Apr 17, 2007 (10:09 am)

So my 1998 Plymouth Grand Voyager SE has developed this intermittent problem that lead me to this forum. I've copied the messages from rickmn and will hopefully get to review this information tonight, but I'd like to post my specific issue and make sure this thread is my issue as well.
 
Driving down the road late afternoon to softball and hear the power locks engage (but already going 30+ MPH) so I then try pressing the keyless entry because I thought I remembered that it is disabled when driving, it doesn't work. Next thing I notice all the gauges mpg, rpm, oil and gas flatline, but the car is running fine. A few seconds (up to 30 or so) later everything comes back on... then it happens again. Oddly enough this has not happened to me in the morning. Any replies are appreciated.

#12 of 167 Re: 98 Grand Voyager dash quits clarification requested [98voyager] by bubba214

Apr 28, 2007 (2:05 pm)

Replying to: 98voyager (Apr 17, 2007 10:09 am)
I have the exact same van, and same problem. Problems started last night. Small world... I took it to Autozone to check the alternator. It works fine. Battery is fine, starter is fine. The guy at autozone thinks I need to replace the Powertrain Control Module. I doubted this was the problem, but since this was a special order item, and I wanted to fix this quick, I placed an order for it ($360!!!). Took it to my mechanic this morning. Troubleshot it a loose battery terminal. Everything seemed to work then. Took it home, an lo and behold, it was doing it again. Only this time, it was less frequent. Will drop off van with him Monday. Stay tuned...

#13 of 167 Panel removal by aprendiz

May 05, 2007 (12:45 am)

I have to get access to a/c evaporator in a Chrysler - Voyager 2000. Any indication / pics as how should I proceed?

#14 of 167 Re: 98 Grand Voyager dash quits clarification requested [bubba214] by twocycle2

May 06, 2007 (5:38 am)

Replying to: bubba214 (Apr 28, 2007 2:05 pm)
"Took it to my mechanic this morning. Troubleshot it a loose battery terminal."
 
Hi everyone! I have been over in the Jeep Liberty CRD forum for the last year, but I also have a 2006 Caravan. When I bought the van, it had a dead battery (it had been sitting on the lot for over a year)....the van jump-started just fine, but the guages jumped all over the place....most other electronic devices acted the same way (going on and off)....it was found that the battery was defective....replaced the battery, and everything has been normal ever since with no problems and no re-occurances. Just FYI, but you might have your battery retested or look for any loose connections along the way.
 
Twocycle2

#15 of 167 Re: Panel removal [aprendiz] by bubba214

May 07, 2007 (6:36 am)

Replying to: aprendiz (May 05, 2007 12:45 am)
took a friend of mine a weekend to do it. i'll see if i can dig up photos

#16 of 167 Re: 98 Grand Voyager dash quits clarification requested [bubba214] by bubba214

May 07, 2007 (6:38 am)

Replying to: bubba214 (Apr 28, 2007 2:05 pm)
OK. After a week, the problem stopped. So it was a loose battery connection after all. No need for the powertrain control module. cancelled my order.

#17 of 167 Dodge 92 Caravan Insturments by rwilliamson

May 27, 2007 (4:57 pm)

I really really nead help with this.
I have a 92 Dodge Caravan that has instrument problems. I have tried 3 different clusters and all do exactily the same. The instruments only work when the headlights or parking lights are on. When the instruments are inoperative, the windshield wiper delay functions also don't work. Turning the lights on while driving causes the door locks to activate also... The local repair shop gave up after 4 weeks of messing around.

#18 of 167 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan Instrument Panel Lighting by geigus

Jun 09, 2007 (7:56 pm)

The instrument panel on my 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan does not illuminate. The odometer and transmission range indicator both light and can be dimmed or brightened by using the dimmer switch. The dimmer switch can also be used to turn off or on the interior lights. I've determined that the fuse is good. The last potential simple fix is to try to change the bulb, but I need to how to take the dash apart to get to the bulb. How do I do that?

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