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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Dodge Caravan AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> Rotor, Replace -> 1500 & 2004-05 2500 & 3500 -> Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager -> Commander -> Dakota & Durango -> Dual Rear Wheel -> Front -> Full Size Pickup -> Grand Cherokee -> Liberty -> Pacifica -> PT Cruiser -> Rear -> Rear w/Dual Wheels -> Rear w/Single Wheel -> Single Rear Wheel -> Sprinter -> Wrangler
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge Caravan SE 3.3 V6 FLEX

Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel and caliper as outlined under . Support caliper at all times to prevent brake hose damage.
  • Slide brake rotor off hub.
  • Reverse procedure to install. Clean brake rotor with alcohol or other suitable solvent.

Commander

Front
  • Raise and support vehicle using suitable lift or jack.
  • Remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • Remove caliper as outlined in .
  • Secure caliper anchor assembly using suitable wire.
  • Remove and discard O-ring securing disc brake rotor on hub.
  • Remove rotor from hub and bearing.
  • Reverse procedure to install, n...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Dodge Caravan AUTOMOBILES

DaimlerChrysler Corp./Jeep Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Pressure Relief -> Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager w/2001-06 2.4L, 3.3L & 3.8L Engines, 1996-00 3.0L Engine
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge Caravan SXT 3.3 V6 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

After the battery has been disconnected and reco...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Dodge Caravan AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Install -> Remove
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge Caravan 3.3 V6 GAS

Remove

  • 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 f...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Dodge Caravan AUTOMOBILES

Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification -> Intermittent & Poor Connections -> Intermittents -> Poor Connections -> Tire Pressure Sensor
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge Caravan 3.3 V6 GAS

Tire Pressure Sensor

Tire pressure may increase from 2-6 psi during normal driving conditions. Do not reduce this normal pressure build-up.

When diagnosing a tire pressure issue, always inspect air pressure in the tires first with suitable tire air gauge. Adjust air pressure as required to specifications listed on the Tire Inflation Pressure Label card, usually applied within driver side B-pillar. After adjusting air pressure in tire on vehicle, allow approximately two minutes for the message or indicator lamp to go out.

Inspect tire pressure indicator lamp in the instrument cl...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Dodge Caravan AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge Caravan SXT 3.3 V6 GAS

  • Remove battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect push-in field wire connector from back of alternator.
  • Remove nut holding B+ wire terminal to back of alternator, then B+ wire.
  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove righthand front lower splash shield.
  • Remove drive belt, then lower oil dip stick tube bolt.
  • Remov...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Dodge Caravan AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Chrysler LLC -> 2000-07 Caravan, Grand Caravan, Grand Voyager, Town & Country, Voyager & 2004-08 Pacifica
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge Caravan 3.3 V6 FLEX

On 2000-03 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles.

On 2004-08 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 12,000 miles.

  • The cabin air filter is located under the passenger side of the instrument panel behind a cabin air filter access door on the lower evaporator housing.
  • Slide the cabin air filter access door latch rearward until the latch engages the open stop, Fig. .
  • Remove the cabin air filter acc...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Dodge Caravan AUTOMOBILES

Chrysler LLC Trucks -> Check Gauge Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge Caravan 3.3 V6 FLEX

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 2006 Dodge Caravan AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge Caravan SE 3.3 V6 FLEX

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at engine.
  • Remove hose from engine.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at heater core.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from heater core.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to in...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Dodge Caravan AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Dodge Caravan 3.3 V6 GAS

  • Raise vehicle and support vehicle.
  • Remove right front splash ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2006 Dodge Caravan AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2006 Dodge Caravan cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Memory Seat Mirror Module/Seat Motors Diagram for 2006 Dodge Caravan SE 3.3 V6 FLEXMemory Seat Mirror Module/Seat Motors Diagram for 2006 Dodge Caravan SE 3.3 V6 FLEX

Components on diagram:
  • Memory Seat Mirror Module
  • Horizontal Motor
  • Recliner Motor
  • Riser Motor
  • Instrument Panel Connections Diagram for 2006 Dodge Caravan SE 2.4 L4 GASInstrument Panel Connections Diagram for 2006 Dodge Caravan SE 2.4 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Cigar Lighter
  • Park Brake Switch
  • Power Outlet
  • Airbag Control Module
  • Instrument Panel Switch Bank
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2006 Dodge Caravan AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2006 Dodge Caravan cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2006 Dodge Caravan SE 3.3 V6 FLEX Wiring Diagram2006 Dodge Caravan SE 3.3 V6 FLEX Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Body Control Module
  • Passenger Door Lock Switch
  • Driver Door Lock Switch
  • 2006 Dodge Caravan  3.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Dodge Caravan 3.3 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Starter Motor
  • Generator
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2006 Dodge Caravan AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2006 Dodge Caravan cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Sliding Door Wind Noise
    Vehicle: 2006 Dodge Caravan 3.3 V6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Noise
  • Auto Systems:
  • Seals, Gaskets, Sealants
  • Document: Chrome Clad Wheel Adapters For Proper Balancing
    Vehicle: 2006 Dodge Caravan 3.3 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2006 Dodge Caravan AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2006 Dodge 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 2006 Dodge 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 2006 Dodge 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 2006 Dodge 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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