Hopefully an expert will be able to answer a few of my questions. 1) I have observed 5th Gear overdrive does not kick in until >65mph. Generally I cruise (Where legal) at around 60mph and this means 4th Gear at around 2000 rpm. My previous 4.7 HO Overland, used it's 5th Gear Overdrive from around...

I purchased a new Grand Voyager 2.8 CRD Automatic, in October last year. In December the vehicle failed with an problem where it wouldn't select any gear, the engine was very uneven at idle. The dealership returned the vehicle to us 9 days later citeing a faulty battery, this diagnosis was backed...

I have read the book for this car and there is no mention of filter for airconditioner. Is there one and if so should it be changed regularly

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On mine 1992 Plymouth Acclaim (3L) catalytic converter is rusted inside and basically the element is gone. Rest of the system looks bad too. Is it OK to drive without converter , and is it going to effect emission test results? what is the chance to block the exhaust system with pieces of catalytic...

It's time again to replace one of my center high mount stop lamp bulbs on my Intrepid. Access to the CHMSL bulbs is via inside the trunk lid. The trunk is lined with a stiff lining that is held in place by black plastic fasteners that look like black dots. I remember from last time it wasn't...

Have a '03 T&C which I decided to swap out the standard shock with the Nivomat shocks. Found a great deal, shocks arrived, installed with no real problem. BUT....the van now sits about 1.5" higher than before. Called Sachs, was told you can't just swap out the shocks, the springs have to be...

93 Grand Caravan. Like some of the other threads here my compressor won't run either. 100 lbs pressure in the low side. I would like to check the fuse that my Chilton Manual says feeds the "low speed fan relay" (radiator fan??) and the "compressor clutch relay". It is apparently not in the fuse...

I bought my '94 concorde in February, I thought I got a good deal on it. although the mileage is high the car is super clean on the inside and minor hood damage on the exterior I gave less than 1500. Three days after I bought it was the first time it didn't change out of second gear. I think the...

Where's the location of the Fuel Filter for this year of Van. Thanks in advance Kipp

The engine light on my 2001 Neon (2002 model, I think) came on this morning. I can't seem to use the ignition switch trick to read the error code(s). Do I need to use a diagnostic reader?

Finally got the crud off my '03 T&C chrome wheels. Waxed and cleaned. Just curious, is there a huge difference between the ceramic vs the 'normal' pads ? ? If the ceramics would take care of the dust, would be more than willing to switch them over. Thx Zork

I was in an accident around Cinco De Mayo. The impact was a low impact 5mph type of accident. I reported to my insurance company and they totaled it and said I had to register it as salvage in CA, but I could keep the car. I have replaced the windshield straightened out the hood and dents. All...

I just had the dealer replace the ransmission cable on my wife's 2001 300M. It has 88K highway miles and that defect cost me $340. I have a 100K extended warranty but this part is not covered (of course). Does anyone out there now if this is a common problem with 300m's or Chrysler's in...

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dblkman wrote: > got a question. trying to replace the tie rod end on my 1999 dodge > caravan passenger side. nothing i try will loosen the "jam" nut > that releases the tie rod arm. is there something i am missing? btw > i have tried heat (though i dont know how long to heat the nut), tried >...

Hello... Been driving a 1993 Acclaim for the last year and a half. The car has always made a low grinding noise during left turns since the car has been acquired. As a driveway mechanic, I have replaced the passenger side (right) wheel bearing, tie rod ends, ball joint (right wheel) and...

Have a 92 Caravan with 3.3 engine and A604 Tranny. When I bought the car, it did not have an engine computer. Put one from a 91 in, but have now discovered the vehicle is California emissions. Need to know if the 91 computer will work in this vehicle, OR do I need to get a CA emissions...

My wifes 98 Intrepid just started acting crazy, it shifts from first to second almost instantly but won't go higher. The speedometer stays at 0, it dies at stops, and the check engine light stays on. Can anyone tell me what's up? Thanks in advance Tim

Sometimes, when I start my car, the guages do not come on, and it won’t shift out of second gear. Sometimes they come on after a few minutes; sometimes, not at all. Fuses are ok. All of the grounds have been checked. Help! Thanks. -- Posted using the http://www.autoforumz.com interface, at...