# \#caravan **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/caravan/97.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [White material coming out of tire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/white-material-coming-out-of-tire/196419)
**Author:** [@enargins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/enargins)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2024, 9:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/white-material-coming-out-of-tire/196419 "2024-09-26T21:54:41Z")
I just bought this tire, supposedly new, and I noticed this white stuff coming out of it. Any idea what it is? Also, don’t new tires have those thin “tire whiskers” that show you the tire is new? This tire didn’t have a… --- ## [Hot brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hot-brakes/196125)
**Author:** [@tcmichnorth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tcmichnorth)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2024, 10:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hot-brakes/196125 "2024-09-07T22:48:37Z")
2005 Caravan or Town and Country 300,000 Miles. My son worked on this as I watched. This was previously my vehicle. Ended up giving it to a widow. She brang it to my son cause it was driving funny for a week and front br… --- ## [What would cause spark plugs to become like this?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-would-cause-spark-plugs-to-become-like-this/195199)
**Author:** [@enargins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/enargins)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2024, 5:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-would-cause-spark-plugs-to-become-like-this/195199 "2024-06-22T17:32:03Z")
I had my spark plugs changed today. The old ones were FILTHY, and one was even cracked, even though they only had 7500 miles on them (see photo)! Also, the gap in three of them were wider than in the other two (the mecha… --- ## [Vibrations and brake booster vacuum hose](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibrations-and-brake-booster-vacuum-hose/195203)
**Author:** [@enargins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/enargins)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2024, 10:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibrations-and-brake-booster-vacuum-hose/195203 "2024-06-21T22:22:11Z")
Last year I had some repair work done on my car, and immediately after that the car started experiencing strong vibrations when in Drive or Reverse but standing still, and lesser vibrations when in park. The work done w… --- ## [3rd new heater core leaking - caused by heat? 2001 Caravan](https://community.cartalk.com/t/3rd-new-heater-core-leaking-caused-by-heat-2001-caravan/194742)
**Author:** [@jeff\_177189](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jeff_177189)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2024, 12:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/3rd-new-heater-core-leaking-caused-by-heat-2001-caravan/194742 "2024-06-03T12:46:33Z")
On a 2001 Caravan (3.3) I initially misdiagnosed a bad heater core (coolant in the air plenum). Turns out a gallon jug of coolant sitting on the floor at one time splashed up there. But, I pulled out the old core and rep… --- ## [Retorquing bolts after gasket replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/retorquing-bolts-after-gasket-replacement/193587)
**Author:** [@enargins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/enargins)\ **Replies:** 126\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2024, 5:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/retorquing-bolts-after-gasket-replacement/193587 "2024-02-06T05:49:48Z")
So, I just had the valve cover gaskets and the exhaust manifold gaskets in my 2003 Dodge Caravan SE (3.3L flex fuel engine) replaced. After a bit the car started experiencing a rough idle, where the car would vibrate whe… --- ## [Caravan manual sliding doors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/caravan-manual-sliding-doors/193976)
**Author:** [@tcmichnorth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tcmichnorth)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2023, 2:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/caravan-manual-sliding-doors/193976 "2023-12-14T02:28:49Z")
My daughter has just gotten a 2013 Caravan with manual sliding side doors. On the left door when you pull the handle, the door does not easily pull out. But once it’s pulled out, it slides nicely along the track to open.… --- ## [Strange noise after replacing cat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-noise-after-replacing-cat/193434)
**Author:** [@enargins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/enargins)\ **Replies:** 100\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2023, 9:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-noise-after-replacing-cat/193434 "2023-10-28T21:41:21Z")
So, I had the shop replace my catalytic converter, and a day or two later, I started hearing this noise, like a crackling or whistling sound, which seemed to be coming from the engine area (not sure though) whenever I ac… --- ## [Anyone want a free, mostly-functioning instrument cluster?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anyone-want-a-free-mostly-functioning-instrument-cluster/193274)
**Author:** [@enargins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/enargins)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2023, 8:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anyone-want-a-free-mostly-functioning-instrument-cluster/193274 "2023-10-23T20:46:32Z")
So, my fuel gauge wasn’t working (always showed Full when engine was on, and would always drop to 3/8 tank when engine was off). Mechanic replaced it with another used cluster, and now everything is fine. They gave me b… --- ## [Problem with Fuel Gauge](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-with-fuel-gauge/192931)
**Author:** [@enargins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/enargins)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2023, 5:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-with-fuel-gauge/192931 "2023-10-02T17:36:20Z")
2003 Dodge Caravan SE, 106K miles. Just replaced the fuel pump with a part I got at carparts dot com. Something strange going on with the fuel gauge. It’s reading Full, even when the tank is half empty. (I added 12 g… --- ## [Will the mileage change if the instrument cluster is replaced](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-the-mileage-change-if-the-instrument-cluster-is-replaced/193015)
**Author:** [@enargins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/enargins)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2023, 5:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-the-mileage-change-if-the-instrument-cluster-is-replaced/193015 "2023-10-02T17:32:25Z")
2003 Dodge Caravan SE In another thread I posted about problems I’m having with my fuel gauge after having the shop replace the fuel pump. They’re convinced the problem is the gauge cluster, even though it was working f… --- ## [Steering Pump Failed with grinding noises - what to flush](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-pump-failed-with-grinding-noises-what-to-flush/192588)
**Author:** [@DIYWrencher](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DIYWrencher)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2023, 1:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-pump-failed-with-grinding-noises-what-to-flush/192588 "2023-09-27T13:23:17Z")
The steering pump on my 1999 Dodge Grand Caravan is making horrendous noises (it has been getting louder for several weeks). I have to replace it. My concern is that metal debris is in the steering rack. Is it neces… --- ## [2000 Dodge Caravan Horn, Cruise Control, Airbag Not Working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-dodge-caravan-horn-cruise-control-airbag-not-working/190644)
**Author:** [@bardiferous](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bardiferous)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2023, 7:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-dodge-caravan-horn-cruise-control-airbag-not-working/190644 "2023-05-19T19:28:37Z")
I think all three may be related. Recently, the horn & cruise control stopped working occasionally and the airbag light would stay on, but now it’s all the time. Also, the horn/airbag “area” seems a bit “deflated.” Bu… --- ## [Do windshield wipers go completely vertical?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-windshield-wipers-go-completely-vertical/187344)
**Author:** [@enargins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/enargins)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2022, 1:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-windshield-wipers-go-completely-vertical/187344 "2022-11-12T01:59:29Z")
I know. Stupid question. Here’s the thing. I locked up my windshield wipers and the whole mechanism had to be replaced. I just noticed, though, that when they’re in use, the driver’s side wiper doesn’t go completely vert… --- ## [Check Engine Code P0456: Tag Expires in 22 Days](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-code-p0456-tag-expires-in-22-days/186284)
**Author:** [@enargins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/enargins)\ **Replies:** 138\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2022, 7:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-code-p0456-tag-expires-in-22-days/186284 "2022-10-25T19:30:39Z")
So, my check engine light came on: P0456 (“Evaporative Emission System Leak Detected (very small leak).”) This happened shortly after I filled up with gas, so I probably didn’t tighten the gas cap enough. I got the code… --- ## [Replace whole fuel tank for single part?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-whole-fuel-tank-for-single-part/186945)
**Author:** [@enargins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/enargins)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2022, 10:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-whole-fuel-tank-for-single-part/186945 "2022-10-22T22:49:08Z")
My van (2003 Dodge Caravan SE) has an evap leak coming from a round part on top of the fuel tank (see picture below). The mechanic said he didn’t know what that part was, but that it was “some sort of valve.” Said the wh… --- ## [2013 dodge caravan when my van has a half a tank of gas or lower it tries to die when I stop at stop lights and had 3 times in 3 months and is busy getting worst](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-dodge-caravan-when-my-van-has-a-half-a-tank-of-gas-or-lower-it-tries-to-die-when-i-stop-at-stop-lights-and-had-3-times-in-3-months-and-is-busy-getting-worst/187021)
**Author:** [@hrsujdgijf\_182740](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hrsujdgijf_182740)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2022, 9:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-dodge-caravan-when-my-van-has-a-half-a-tank-of-gas-or-lower-it-tries-to-die-when-i-stop-at-stop-lights-and-had-3-times-in-3-months-and-is-busy-getting-worst/187021 "2022-10-22T21:54:03Z")
My 2013 Dodge caravan has been trying to die after it’s warmed up when I’m stopping at stop lights. And today when I finally had it over a half a tank of gas it stopped doing it so my guess is it does it under half a tan… --- ## [Dashboard Cover Warped and Sticking Up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dashboard-cover-warped-and-sticking-up/186824)
**Author:** [@enargins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/enargins)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2022, 12:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dashboard-cover-warped-and-sticking-up/186824 "2022-10-13T00:43:58Z")
Just noticed that the dashboard cover on my vehicle (2003 Dodge Caravan SE) is sticking up on both sides (but not in the middle). The picture below shows the passenger side. The driver’s side is identical. Not sure what … --- ## [Is This Too Much Rust on a Van I'm Looking At?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-too-much-rust-on-a-van-im-looking-at/186727)
**Author:** [@deantheman251\_182522](https://community.cartalk.com/u/deantheman251_182522)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [October 9, 2022, 7:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-too-much-rust-on-a-van-im-looking-at/186727 "2022-10-09T19:22:04Z")
I’m considering buying a 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan SE with 81,000 miles on it from a family friend. The owner lives near Pittsburgh and there’s some rust under the van from driving on salted roads. The owner is willing to… --- ## [Grand Caravan Won't start when warm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/grand-caravan-wont-start-when-warm/45871)
**Author:** [@William\_Hunter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/William_Hunter)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2022, 6:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/grand-caravan-wont-start-when-warm/45871 "2022-10-08T18:58:44Z")
My 2004 Grand Caravan will periodically not start when it has just been driven several miles. It will crank but not turn over. A mechanic checked it out and could find nothing wrong. After I wait a few minutes it starts … --- ## [How long does it take to do a smoke test for an evap leak?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-does-it-take-to-do-a-smoke-test-for-an-evap-leak/186642)
**Author:** [@enargins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/enargins)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2022, 2:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-does-it-take-to-do-a-smoke-test-for-an-evap-leak/186642 "2022-10-01T02:25:06Z")
I had gotten a P0456 code (“minor evap leak”) and took it to a shop. No more than 5 or 10 minutes after the mechanic started looking at it, I was told it needed a new cannister purge valve. So they replaced the canniste… --- ## [Car Failure Right After Unrelated Repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-failure-right-after-unrelated-repair/186461)
**Author:** [@enargins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/enargins)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2022, 9:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-failure-right-after-unrelated-repair/186461 "2022-09-20T21:32:11Z")
I had a check engine light recently (discussed in another thread) for a minor evap leak, and the guy replaced the cannister purge valve. I needed a state inspection, so I left it at the place, and they said they’d drive … --- ## [Terror! Brakes wouldn’t allow full stop!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/terror-brakes-wouldn-t-allow-full-stop/186388)
**Author:** [@Holly-Murphy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Holly-Murphy)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2022, 1:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/terror-brakes-wouldn-t-allow-full-stop/186388 "2022-09-17T01:51:10Z")
The latest issue, not sure if it’s related to my last post, which I still haven’t addressed. I now have just over 46,000 miles on my 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan. I just had it into the shop for regular maintenance including… --- ## [1998 Dodge Caravan hesitation when accelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-dodge-caravan-hesitation-when-accelerating/147505)
**Author:** [@EmmettGlasper](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EmmettGlasper)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2022, 1:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-dodge-caravan-hesitation-when-accelerating/147505 "2022-09-17T01:31:04Z")
It may be my foot exceleration but recently i’ve noticed a little hesitation or not a smooth change when I press on the pedal. --- ## [Haunted vehicle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/haunted-vehicle/186112)
**Author:** [@Holly-Murphy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Holly-Murphy)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2022, 11:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/haunted-vehicle/186112 "2022-09-16T23:41:04Z")
Hello, I have a 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan with 45,000 miles. It’s making a strange noise at random times when stopped, or during or shortly after acceleration. I don’t know how to explain it other than it sounds like the … --- ## [Need for Fuel Injector Service?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-for-fuel-injector-service/71767)
**Author:** [@oldcurt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldcurt)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2022, 9:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-for-fuel-injector-service/71767 "2022-06-24T21:51:22Z")
Car has ~52K, runs fine. Dealer recommends having fuel injection and throttle body service done soon at a cost of $250 plus shop supplies. Can't find any guidance on this in the Owners Manual. I'm skeptical that we'll se… --- ## [2016 Dodge Caravan sliding door will not open](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-dodge-caravan-sliding-door-will-not-open/175460)
**Author:** [@SteveCBT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SteveCBT)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2022, 11:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-dodge-caravan-sliding-door-will-not-open/175460 "2022-01-04T23:29:48Z")
My 2016 Caravan divers sliding door will not open. Electronic lock only, no power window no power open. The door will not open manually or with the push button. Other doors work fine. I have the trim panel off but ca… --- ## [Power steering reservoir pressure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-reservoir-pressure/181520)
**Author:** [@tcmichnorth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tcmichnorth)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 30, 2021, 12:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-reservoir-pressure/181520 "2021-12-30T00:05:44Z")
2006, 285,000 miles. 3.8 engine. Did the brakes on my daughter’s van a little while ago and when I got done I was doing a fluid check. When I opened the power steering reservoir a very good amount of air pressure burst o… --- ## [2006 Caravan Whirring Noise After Cold Start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-caravan-whirring-noise-after-cold-start/181171)
**Author:** [@godlesswonder1\_178522](https://community.cartalk.com/u/godlesswonder1_178522)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2021, 6:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-caravan-whirring-noise-after-cold-start/181171 "2021-12-14T18:49:44Z")
Vehicle is a 2006 Dodge Caravan with just shy of 200k miles • issue occurs after a cold start (only) • whirring/whining noise - not terribly high like a belt squeal • there’s an intermittent hint of grind as well. Alm… --- ## [Is this a good price for a radiator replacement?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-a-good-price-for-a-radiator-replacement/181063)
**Author:** [@enargins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/enargins)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2021, 4:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-a-good-price-for-a-radiator-replacement/181063 "2021-12-09T16:05:15Z")
2003 Dodge Caravan SE. 105K miles. Car place says I have a 3 inch crack in my radiator and it needs to be replaced. Said it’s near the top right where a hose connected, and said it’s a common place for a crack to develo… [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/tag/caravan/97.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=caravan)