1996 Dodge Grand Caravan Problems

A yellow anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light may remain illuminated.

When braking during low speeds (under 10 MPH), the brake pedal may vibrate and the ABS hydraulic unit may cause a rumbling noise.

While driving through deep or blowing snow/water, moisture may enter the rear brake drums, causing rust to develop on the rear brake drum and shoe friction surfaces.

Shifting harshness and shuddering issues related to the operation of the automatic transmission have been addressed by factory service bulletins.

A delay in the transaxle engagement (greater than three seconds) may have multiple causes, including a defective pump, defective internal lip seals, valve body components, park-reverse-neutral-dr...

AWD equipped vehicles can show a wide range of transmission problems, often caused by using the wrong-sized and/or mismatched tires.

A malfunctioning switch in the steering column can cause the front windshield wipers to self-activate or not turn off.

The door ajar light may illuminate and chime during driving, even when the sliding door is closed.

Illuminated of the airbag warning light may be caused by a lost connection between the clockspring (behind the steering wheel) and the steering wheel-mounted electrical components.

Timing cover oil and coolant leaks are common, the oil and coolant don't normally mix.

On higher-mileage vehicles, engine oil leaks from the valve covers and front crankshaft seal are common.

Oil leaks at the valve cover gaskets and cam plugs at the rear of the cylinder heads are common.

One or more power windows may stop working due to a failed window motor or regulator.

Intermittently, the key may not start the car or release from the ignition.

The rear lift gate support (prop) attaching bolts may break, causing the lift gate to fall unexpectedly.

A moaning or fog horn sound may be heard while turning at a slow speed.

A momentary loss of power steering can occur when the AC or defroster is on during high humidity conditions.

If a "honk" noise occurs during low-speed parking lot maneuvers, replace the power steering lines and/or power steering rack and perform revised procedures to bleed the system.