Common questions

Why does my Dodge Caravan not shift into gear?

Why does my Dodge Caravan not shift into gear?

JM. 04 dodge caravan will not shift out of park. Possible brake switch faulty, if brake lights come on though it rules out the switch as faulty.

What to do if your van won’t shift into gear?

Clear the area very, very thoroughly with Simple Green, an old toothbrush and rags before loosening and removing the old solenoid.

Why is my shifter still tight to move?

If the shifter is still tight to move , we know that the issue resides in the cable or the plastic shifter cover . A quick lube job is going to fix that up .

JM. 04 dodge caravan will not shift out of park. Possible brake switch faulty, if brake lights come on though it rules out the switch as faulty.

When does a Dodge Grand Caravan shift from Park to drive?

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Why does my Jeep Grand Cherokee not shift?

In cars with automatic transmissions, a shift interlock solenoid is also part of the ignition system, and it locks the transmission so it cannot be shifted out of park (as described above). Broken shifter mechanism: It is also possible that the shifter itself is broken.

Clear the area very, very thoroughly with Simple Green, an old toothbrush and rags before loosening and removing the old solenoid.

Why is my Dodge Grand Caravan not shifting?

Forcing the shifter out of park may cause more damage. The shifter is connected to the transmission in some cars mechanically or electronically. If an electrical or mechanical component has failed between the shifter and transmission, you won’t be able to shift the car out of park.

Which is the easiest way to repair Dodge Caravan shift cable?

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In cars with automatic transmissions, a shift interlock solenoid is also part of the ignition system, and it locks the transmission so it cannot be shifted out of park (as described above). Broken shifter mechanism: It is also possible that the shifter itself is broken.

Is there a problem with my Dodge Caravan?

Conditions only noticed twice in 8000 miles since. Have had problem with shifting on 2014 caravan. When going up hill at low speeds transmission shifts to higher gear , after pressing gas peddle quite far it will downshift. Letting off gas. It will up shift. Very hard to maintain constant speed. Also from time to time.

Is there a hard shift on Dodge Grand?

Took it out of econ mode and it still done it just not as hard. Taking to dealer tomorrow. Not very happy! Hesitation in shifting and then a hard shift usually between 1st and 2nd gear when accelerating. Had codes reset, but shifting harshness still exists.

Conditions only noticed twice in 8000 miles since. Have had problem with shifting on 2014 caravan. When going up hill at low speeds transmission shifts to higher gear , after pressing gas peddle quite far it will downshift. Letting off gas. It will up shift. Very hard to maintain constant speed. Also from time to time.

Why does my Dodge Grand have a hard shift?

Not very happy! Hesitation in shifting and then a hard shift usually between 1st and 2nd gear when accelerating. Had codes reset, but shifting harshness still exists. The car shudders and feels like it is trying to stall on the last downshift while slowing to a stop. Occasional upshifts are very harsh.

What to do when your van won’t start?

With the van in park, I insert the key and the dash indicator light says it’s in [R]everse. I turn the key and it won’t start – won’t even click, it thinks its in reverse. I shift the trans down to reverse and then neutral, indicator still says [R]everse. Down in drive the indicate quickly lights up [N]eutral but then “lands” on [D]rive.

Why does trans in Park, Dash won’t start?

Occasionally, yanking on the shift lever, while stuck on a hill, will cause the cable connection at the tranny to slip, causing this similar behavior. In this case, you just loosen the linkage at the tranny, manually place the tranny in PARK, make sure the lever is also in PARK, and tighten. Gee, Guys.

What should I do if my Dodge Caravan won’t shift?

Dodge Grand Caravan Car does not shift from park to drive Inspection costs $85 on average. You start the car up, put your foot the brake, push the button on the shifter and it won’t shift out of park. What do you do now? Don’t force the shifter. Forcing the shifter out of park may cause more damage.

Why is my Dodge Caravan stuck in Park?

Either something caused it to bend, or it’s starting to come loose. If it’s come loose, the geometry won’t be right anymore and it may keep your Caravan stuck in park.

With the van in park, I insert the key and the dash indicator light says it’s in [R]everse. I turn the key and it won’t start – won’t even click, it thinks its in reverse. I shift the trans down to reverse and then neutral, indicator still says [R]everse. Down in drive the indicate quickly lights up [N]eutral but then “lands” on [D]rive.

Occasionally, yanking on the shift lever, while stuck on a hill, will cause the cable connection at the tranny to slip, causing this similar behavior. In this case, you just loosen the linkage at the tranny, manually place the tranny in PARK, make sure the lever is also in PARK, and tighten. Gee, Guys.

Why is my transmission not shifting out of first gear?

Transmission wont shift out of first gear Stays in limp-in mode, Chrysler vehicles If you own a Chrysler vehicle and the transmission stays in 1 gear and will not shift, chances are the computer has put it into “limp in” mode. The underlying condition can be an internal fault, a defective solenoid pack,

Why are the bands on my van not working?

Linkage and/or the bands need adjusting. Both require a certain amount of expertise. The linkage get old, stretch and no longer engage when the shift knob is moved. If you have a couple hundred thousand miles on your van it could be the bands are out of adjustment.

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