1998 Plymouth Voyager Expresso review from North America
"A work horse, that needs lots of TLC as it gets older"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
A/C compressor blew at 32000 miles.
Idler pulley 1st replaces at 32000, been replaced four times since
Ignition switches in steering column, replaced 73000 and again at 130000.
Brakes wear OK, fronts being replaced yearly since 120000.
Replaced dash computer at 124000.
Climate control lights been blinking since 115000 miles,no one can fix.
Had Clock spring replaced under recall at 164000.
Serpentine belt began slipping at 163000. Have found replacement.
General comments?
Gates System Solution Micro V Kit # 38379K OR 38142K
Belt may seem short, I'm have it from the mouth of Gates that this is normal. Also not to worry about grooved belt running over smooth pulleys (water pump). Gates says the grooves offer less resistance therefor no worries.
Gates also says they tested this part for 6 months on a 'fleet'. If belt just too short/tight, replace one of the pulleys with pulley # 38008.
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| Unless you are a good mechanic with lots of spare time... stay away from this piece of scrap metal |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 1998 |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.3L V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 31000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 164500 miles |
| Previous car | Dodge Caravan |
| Date of Entry | 31st July, 2008 |