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1997 Dodge Caravan Engine Performance problem

Tiny
DSTER911
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  • 1997 DODGE CARAVAN
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 146,000 MILES
My vehicle will start up and idol. As soon as I push gas pedel down more then half way it stales. I change fuel filter hoping that was my problem. It ran good for about 10 minnutes now it back to doing the same thing.
Monday, March 23rd, 2009 AT 7:37 PM

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Tiny
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Has the check engine light come on?
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Wednesday, April 1st, 2009 AT 10:21 PM
Tiny
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The check engine light was on. Changed both O2 sensors, unhooked the catalytic converter and the car still bogged down after 30 mph. Replaced distributor cap, rotor, spark plugs, spark plug wires and air filter. Vehicle now runs like a racehorse. Pervseverance pays off.
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Thursday, April 2nd, 2009 AT 8:02 AM
Tiny
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Hi:
Glad you found the problem. Let us know if you have questions in the future.
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Thursday, April 2nd, 2009 AT 9:53 AM

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