I am having problems with the egr sensor valve -- "check engine soon" light remains on. I was told I needed a new egr sensor valve. I was also told I could clean the one I already have. I was also told that cars with a lot of mileage get gunked up with carbon and the such. I will not pass my emissions testing (as required in my county in GA) unless I fix this problem. I have already put a lot of money in to this car and was hoping it was something minor. A mechanic told me it would cost around $200.00. I can't afford this right now.
I had to repair the power steering. Had new rack and pinion put in. New air conditioning. The works. I am broke!
I purchased my 1999 Dodge Grand Caravan used and have only had it for 2 weeks, however all and all I am getting use to it. It drives more like a sedan than a mini van or SUV. Wait until I have owned it for a year and I will let you know what I really think!
You bought the Van with a 164,000 miules and expect to have no problems? wow!
I had emission problems as well. I replaced the EGR valve and sprayed intake/throttle body cleaner through the throttle body. This got rid of two engine codes. One for EGR and the downstream O2 sensor. I also had a problem with the radiator fan not turning on. It was a relay below the battery (not in fuse box). All in all..cost $50 for EGR, $55 for radiator fan control relay, $3 for intake cleaner!!! Work smart not hard!!!Don't let these repair companies treat you like you can't do it. I was quoted $680 bucks for this initially and this wasn't even the dealer!!! FYI there is a recall for the clock spring sensor located in the steering column.. THIS WILL FIX AIRBAG, HORN, AND CRUISE CONTROL---FOR FREE!! $280 VALUE. HOPE I WAS HELPFUL.
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