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501 messages, Last post on May 18, 2009 at 7:05 PM
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I've been a big fan of Caravan's over the years, as I've had 4 of them. Currently, I have a 2006 Grand SXT. Last week while on Vacation, I drove a 2009 T&C rental for 8 days. While it was somewhat stripped compared to my current van, I was very disappointed, and wonder if I am alone in my opinion. Overall, I the new van did not feel as solid as my current van, did not ride as quiet as my 2006, and got much worse gas mileage. I tend to get 25-26 on the highway with my 3.8 Grand Caravan. On my rental, I only averaged 20, which mostly consisted of Highway travel in FLA. Even on smooth roads, the road noise was more intrusive than with my 2006. The new van had about 8000 miles on it, so I don't think the poor mileage was due to not being broken in. A few other comments...the position of the inside door handle on the sliding doors of new van is less convenient, as is the inside grip on the rear hatch. I did like the interior styling a bit better on the new model, particulary on the dash and steering wheel. The new position of the gear shift is interesting, but not a plus or minus. Am I alone in thinking that the new model is a step back from the prior version?
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Replying to: jpelder (Feb 19, 2009 7:21 pm) |
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| I just wanted to write in for anyone researching the T&C as to the very positive experience I have had thus far. I have a 2008 T&C that I have had for exactly one year. The van has no rattles, squeaks, and overall has been flawless. The only exception is the brakes (like everyone else) and they were replaced before 12K miles under warranty. The van is quiet, smooth, and so versatile. This is my first domestic vehicle, and it is running just as when new. Looks it too. | |
| I just started getting a malfunction indicator light coming on and staying on. I would like to see if there are any codes in the computer. Does anyone know the procedure for doing this myself? | |
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Replying to: odymomma (May 15, 2008 1:16 pm)  2000 T&C LXi, 3.8 ltr, AWD, 87,000 miles as of yesterday. All filters clean, all plugs, wires & connections good. No Air or fuel leaks to be found anyplace on vehicle. Mileage suddenly down to 9.8 mpg ! Used to get between 13.5 and 26 mpg. Anyone have any ideas as to cause and or correction, or is this the best I can hope for at this point??   
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Replying to: joepeterson56 (Mar 05, 2009 10:29 am) Is the CEL on? Did you try pulling the OBD-II codes? Did the poor gas mileage start all of a sudden, or has in gotten worse over time? Yeah, 9.8 mpg is pretty bad, even for city driving.
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Replying to: srs_49 (Mar 05, 2009 10:44 am) |
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This is a repost of an earlier posting I made regarding lousey gas mileage. I did get 1 response(thank you srs_49), but what he had mentioned, were things I already checked, and that was my fault for leaving out some information in this earlier post. I am just curious to see how many others are having this same problem, and would love to see some other postings of mpg numbers. I am also hoping that be reposting this as a new topic, it will get more exposure and interest, since not everyone reads all posts on all subjects, and that someone will have some suggestions for me as to what may be the cause or what I may do to try to improve the milage because in 40 yrs or working on cars, I am completely stumped. 2000 T&C LXi, 3.8 ltr, AWD, 87,000 miles as of yesterday. All filters clean, all plugs, wires & connections good. No Air or fuel leaks to be found anyplace on vehicle. Mileage suddenly down to 9.8 mpg ! Used to get between 13.5 and 26 mpg. Anyone have any ideas as to cause and or correction, or is this the best I can hope for at this point?? #477 of 478 Re: Reall low MPG [joepeterson56] by srs_49 Mar 05, 2009 (10:44 am) Save | Reply Replying to: joepeterson56 (Mar 05, 2009 10:29 am) One of the front O2 sensors (ahead of the catalytic converter)? Is the CEL on? Did you try pulling the OBD-II codes? Did the poor gas mileage start all of a sudden, or has in gotten worse over time? Yeah, 9.8 mpg is pretty bad, even for city driving. Replies to this message: joepeterson56 (Mar 05, 2009 11:22 am) #478 of 478 Re: Reall low MPG [srs_49] by joepeterson56 Mar 05, 2009 (11:22 am) Save | Reply Replying to: srs_49 (Mar 05, 2009 10:44 am) I'm sorry, I forgot to say, no lights on for codes,no codes at all in system. I check for them regularly when I do any work on it or have a problem, as I do NOT trust any idiot lights! Runs smooth and steady, no loss of power, just the worst mileage of anything I ever owned! It has decreased pretty steadily, but this is the worts. I filled it the other night, drove 5.8 miles right after fill up, got in it the a day and a half later, and it was down an 1/8 th of a tank and checked the readout and couldn't believe it. No leaks anywhere, and no fumes either, and tires always properly inflated. I am stumped! By the way, as a side not because I have seen other posting on the tire inflation subject, I called the manufacturer of my tires because I didn't like the ride after they were put on, and they said all tires on the C/D minivans should be filled and ran at about 39lbs all the time for improved tire handling, wear, ride and gas mileage purposes. I never heard that before, but it was right from the manufacturer's tech support line. |
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Replying to: atcmmgc (Jan 15, 2009 9:57 pm)
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Replying to: krisboris (Apr 02, 2009 5:34 pm) |
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