Why did my Dodge Grand Caravan have no spark?

I don’t know what that was all about but I’m glad I ruled out everything b4 getting it towed or buy a damn fuel pump.funny thing is my keys don’t have a chip either.good luck to all and thank you for the tips cuz us poor ppl need all the help we can get 2002 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN 3.3 ENGINE CRANK NO START HAD NO SPARK AT COIL PACK .

Why does my Dodge Grand Caravan have no heat?

Antifreeze is topped up, problem started with intermittent heat, now none at all. Temperature gauge goes up to just about normal or slightly above – but no heat Sounds like some obstruction has gotten into the heater core or the hoses that go to it. 32 people found this helpful. I have The same problem with my 93 Grand Caravan.

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What kind of light bulb do I need to test my caravan?

A 194 light bulb will good for this test. Take the bulb and straighten the little wires out stick then in the injector plug and crank the engine again. This light should blink. If not there is an issue with the pcm or a sensor. !!!! Try the other key!!!! I was at a total loss. Caravan would turn over but not start.had just driven it an he before.

What to do if your Dodge Caravan wont start?

(5) Connect a remote starter switch or a jumper wire between the remote battery positive post and terminal 87 of the starter relay connector. (a) If engine cranks, starter/starter solenoid is good. Go to the Starter Relay Test.

Why does my Car Crank but not start?

In a ‘cranks but does not start’ problem, the starter motor will engage and crank the engine but the engine will not start. For the most part, the engine will not start because it’s either not getting fuel, or it’s not getting spark, or it’s not getting air (like in an engine compression problem).

What causes a minivan engine to not start?

Quite a few things can cause the engine to ‘crank but not start’ on your 3.8L V6 Chrysler (Dodge, Plymouth) minivan. In the majority of cases, the no-start problem usually boils down to one of the following:

How can I tell if my car has spark?

Then have a second person crank the engine over for a few seconds if there is spark you’ll see it. Last if thats all good, the computers part, unplug the fuel injector , there are two terminals. A 194 light bulb will good for this test. Take the bulb and straighten the little wires out stick then in the injector plug and crank the engine again.

Why does my Chrysler minivan have no spark?

The V6’s can suffer from broken flexplates and cause a no start. Before spending anymore $ on it you can normally get check out “Motors” brand service manuals from just about any public library and this could be a big help. If you can get your hands on a scan tool would be a great help too.

Why does my 2xturbo minivan have no spark?

Not to hijack 2XTURBO’s thread (1996 3.3L), but this all sounds a lot like the problem I’m having on my 1999 3.8L T&C, 200K+ miles. The engine died while driving and won’t restart. No spark and no fuel pressure at the rail.

When did the 2002 Dodge Caravan come out?

Unveiled at the 2000 North American International Auto Show on January 10, 2000, the redesigned 2001 Dodge Caravan and 2001 Chrysler Town & Country were released for sale in August 2000. 2002 Dodge Cravan quit running at hwy speed.

Why is my Dodge Caravan not turning over?

Check the body ground under the battery tray and the wires leading to it. While the battery and tray are out of the way it’s an opportune time to remove the adjacent fuse and relay box and check the connectors underneath it for corrosion. It’s a less common cause for the problem, but the hard work to get to it is already done,

Can a Dodge Caravan run at 1 3?

Dodge Caravan Questions – Running rough, hesitates, stumbles, runs great at 1/3 throttle. – CarGurus Running rough, hesitates, stumbles, runs great at 1/3 throttle.

What makes a 2002 Dodge Cravan stop running?

2002 Dodge Cravan quit running at hwy speed. All instrument lights are working. No service engine light is on. When you turn the key, instrument lights go out and there is a faint click at the fusebox. the battery is charged and the terminals are clean. Wiring at fuse box and computer checked. Fusebox and computer replaced with working ones.

Where is the starter relay on a Dodge Caravan?

Refer to the PDC label for relay identification and location. (5) Connect a remote starter switch or a jumper wire between the remote battery positive post and terminal 87 of the starter relay connector. (a) If engine cranks, starter/starter solenoid is good. Go to the Starter Relay Test.

Why does my Chrysler minivan have no crank?

If you still don’t have power coming out of those wires from the PCM, you have a bad PCM. If you now have power, you’ve got a short in the wiring harness to those sensors. A short will cause the PCM to appear dead. Shorts in the CMP and crankshaft position sensor are COMMON.

How to disconnect the battery on a Dodge Grand Caravan?

Disconnecting the battery can be done even if the driver is a complete and utter novice at car maintenance as all that’s needed is a little knowhow and an adjustable wrench to deal with any troublesome bolts. Start by opening up the hood of the vehicle and making sure that it’s secured.

What does no crank, no start mean?

An anti-theft related no crank, no start problem will appear as a start/stall, start/stall, (several or just once) and then a no crank. If those are the symptoms, first check your key ring to make sure you don’t have any other “transmitter” type keys on your key ring (regardless of brand). Then, try a different key.

Why does my car have no spark when I start it?

As a result, This occurs after the ignition coil or module gets too hot. Furthermore, it could correct itself after the engine module cools. In some cases, a bad ignition coil will result in the vehicle not starting it all. A Bad Rotor Or Distributor Cap (cracks or carbon tracks that are allowing the spark to short to ground).

Why did my Dodge Grand Caravan have no spark?