Problem Reports

Dodge Caravan

Report: Oil Leaks at Valve Covers/Front Crankshaft Seals are Common on High Mileage Vehicles

• Where are freeze plugs located on engine
  Where are freeze plugs located on engine?

  Q&A > Dodge > 1997 Dodge Caravan

• Timing cover/front crankshift oil seal leaks are common on higher mileage vehicles
  3.3L V6Timing cover oil and coolant leaks and front crankshaft oil seal leaks are common on high-mileage vehicles. Always replace the timing chain and cam sprocket at the same time.

  Common Problems > Dodge Caravan

• Front Crankshaft Seal May Pop Out Due to End Play
  Due to the crankshaft end play being out of specification, the front crankshaft seal can be popped or pushed out. Revised crank main thrust bearings will solve the problem.

  Common Problems > Dodge Caravan

• burning oil
  burning oil quickly, no drip spots when parked..lots of oil down by the pullys & belts. van is...

  Q&A > Dodge > 1996 Dodge Caravan

• Oil Leak May Develop at Cam Sensor O-Ring
  An engine Oil leak may develop at the cam sensor o-ring seal. Our technicians tell us this is o...

  Common Problems > Dodge Caravan