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1998 Dodge Grand Caravan CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Dodge REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
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- Serpentine Belt Service

A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan AUTOMOBILES
Manual Air Conditioning & Heater System Diagnosis & Testing -> Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager -> A/C System Diagnosis & Testing -> 1998-99 -> 2000 -> A/C & RECIRC LED Flashing Simultaneously: Failed Cooldown Test -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) -> Actuator Calibration -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Code 1-0: Passed All Tests -> Code 1-1: Mode Actuator Did Not Reach Defrost Position -> Code 1-2: Mode Actuator Did Not Reach Panel Position -> Code 1-3: Main Temperature Actuator/Passenger Temperature Actuator On A Zone System Did Not Reach Cold Stop -> Code 1-4: Main Temperature Actuator/Passenger Temperature Actuator On A Zone System Did Not Reach Hot Stop -> Code 1-5: Evaporator Probe Is Open -> Code 1-6: Evaporator Probe Is Shorted -> Code 1-7: Driver's Temperature Actuator On A Zone System Did Not Reach Cold Stop -> Code 1-8: Driver's Temperature Actuator On A Zone System Did Not Reach Hot Stop -> Code 1-9: HVAC Module Has An Internal Failure -> Code 1: Mode Actuator Did Not Reach Defrost Position -> Code 2: Mode Actuator Did Not Reach Panel Position -> Code 3: Blend/Passenger Actuator Did Not Reach Cold Stop -> Code 4: Blend/Passenger Actuator Did Not Reach Hot Stop -> Code 5: Evaporator Fin Sensor Open -> Code 6: Evaporator Fin Sensor Shorted -> Code 7: Zone/Driver Actuator Did Not Reach Cold Stop -> Code 8: Zone/Driver Actuator Did Not Reach Hot Stop -> Code 9: Control Module Internal Failure -> Cooldown Test -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Diagnostics -> Empty Refrigerant System Leak Test -> Low Refrigerant Charge Leak Test -> Performance Test -> Refrigerant System Diagnosis -> System Leak Checking -> Visual Inspection
Vehicle: 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan 3.3 V6 FLEX
Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)
If HVAC control module is replaced, the calibration diagnostic and cool down tests will need to be performed. Once this group of tests have successfully passed, they can be performed individually. The engine must be running during the test to provide hot coolant for the heater, A/C compressor operation and to ensure that the actuators are calibrated correctly. The HVAC control module is capable of troubleshooting the system in approximately 120 seconds. If a condition is detected, an error code is displayed. Th...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan AUTOMOBILES
Drum Brakes -> DaimlerChrysler -> Brake Service -> 12 Inch Drum -> 9, 10, 11 & 13 Inch Drums -> Brake Shoe, Replace -> Caravan, Dakota, Durango, Town & Country & Voyager -> Full Size Pickup -> Inspection -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan 3.3 V6 FLEX
Brake Shoe, Replace
Do not intermix automatic adjuster components from side to side.
9, 10, 11 & 13 Inch Drums
Caravan, Dakota, Durango, Town & Country & Voyager
Removal
- Raise and support vehicle, then remove rear wheels.
- Remove drum retaining nuts if equipped, then the drums. If drum will not separate from brake shoes or axle, proceed as follows:
- Ensure parking brake is disengaged.
- Remove adjuster hole plug from backing plate.
- Insert small screwdriver or equivalent, through adjuster hole, then push and hold self adjuster lever off adjuster screw assembly, Fig. .
- Using a suitable brake adj...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan AUTOMOBILES
DaimlerChrysler Corp./Jeep Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Component Locations -> 1996-06 Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager
Vehicle: 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan 3.3 V6 GAS
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan AUTOMOBILES
CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan 3.3 V6 FLEX
Front
- Remove cotter pin, nut lock, and spring washer from end of outer CV joint stub axle.
- Loosen (but do not remove) stub axle to hub/bearing retaining nut. Loosen hub nut while vehicle is on the floor with brakes applied. Front hub and driveshaft are splined together and retained by hub nut.
- Raise vehicle on jack stands or centered on a frame contact type hoist.
- Remove front tire and wheel assembly from hub.
- Remove front disc brake caliper assembly to steering knuckle guide pin attaching bolts.
- Remove disc brake caliper assembly from steering knuckle. Caliper is removed by fi...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan AUTOMOBILES
Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan 3.0 V6 GAS
- Remove battery ground cable.
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Pull back protective rubber boot from solenoid battery terminal far enough to access and remove nut from positive cable harness connector eyelet.
- Remove nut that secures positive cable to solenoid terminal, then remove positive cable.
- Remove solenoid wire connecting ...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan AUTOMOBILES
Chrysler LLC Trucks -> Check Gauge Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan 3.0 V6 GAS
When the ignition is turned On, the lamp will light for approximately 2 seconds as a bulb inspection. The PCM continually monitors the engine oil pressure, engine coolant temperature and electrical system voltage. The check gauges lamp w...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan AUTOMOBILES
Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan 3.0 V6 GAS
- Drain cooling system into suitable container.
- Remove air intake resonator.
- Remove coolant reserve/recovery system container to filler neck tube hose.
- Disconnect electrical connector from cooling fans.
- Remove coolant recovery system container retaining screw from upper radiator closure panel crossmember.
- Disconnect upper radiator mounting screws from crossmember.
- Disconnect engine block heater wire, if equipped.
- Remove upper radiator closure panel crossmember.
- Remove air cleaner assembly.
- Disconn...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan 3.3 V6 FLEX
- Raise vehicle and support vehicle.
- Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to reliev...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.
- Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
- Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
- Minimum brake lining thickness.
- Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs
A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.
- Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap
COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules
QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.
- Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
- Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Final drive fill & drain plug torques
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
- Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
- Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
- Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+
- Airflow sensor electrical specifications
- Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
- Barometric pressure sensor specs
- Battery group number and cranking performance
- Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
- Engine compression pressures
- Coolant temperature sensor specs
- Computer advance.
- Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
- Distributor advance specifications
- Ignition pickup coil resistance
- Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
- Engine fastener torque values
- Firing order diagrams
- Fuel system pressures
- Generator (alternator) specs
- Intake air temperature sensor specs
- Ignition coil specifications
- Fuel injector resistance
- Engine idle speeds
- Knock sensor resistance
- Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
- Mixture control solenoid resistance
- Voltage regulator specs
- Spark plug applications & gaps
- Starter motor electrical specs.
- Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
- Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
- Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
- Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
- Throttle position sensor specs
- Vacuum sensor valve specs
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