1999 Dodge Caravan

1999 DODGE CARAVAN
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BRUCE FIEDLER
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Transmission problem
1999 Dodge Caravan 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic

Transmission wants to go but locks up or it makes a loud banging noise.
Mar 3, 2010 at 12:26 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Based on your description, it sounds like one of the pins in the differential have come loose and are hitting the trans housing. THis isn't uncommon. However, if I am correct, you could crack the case and then you will end up with additional problems.

If you look behind the trans, the differential housing is part of the trans housing. You need to remove the cover and gear lube to check it. Inside there is a pinion gear and in the center, spider gears held together with steel pins. Make sure nothing is coming apart.

Joe
Mar 3, 2010 at 1:37 PM
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