1998 Dodge Caravan Door ajar light & interior lights go

Tiny
ITALIANLADY1984
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  • 1998 DODGE CARAVAN
  • 6 CYL
  • AWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 114,895 MILES
I just purchased a 1998 dodge caravan and it passed safety & admissions. But when you are driving and hit a bump the door ajar light goes on and so do the interior lights they fllash off and on and recently in addition to that it occurs when you put your foot on the break or gas petal. What is this from any help would be appreciated Thank you
Sunday, February 21st, 2010 AT 6:56 PM

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Tiny
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Check side doors pins
Spray penetrating oil in door latches and rear door too
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Sunday, February 21st, 2010 AT 7:05 PM
Tiny
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I tryed this but it didnt work I took out the sliding door pins but it still dings & the door ajar light flashs & the locks are still going on and off
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Monday, February 22nd, 2010 AT 5:59 PM
Tiny
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Next step is to hook it up to a scanner as that should show the faulty switch
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Monday, February 22nd, 2010 AT 9:28 PM
Tiny
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So would you recommend sending it to a mechanic that specials in electrical repairs?
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Friday, February 26th, 2010 AT 3:08 PM
Tiny
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Next step is to use a scanner
As that should pin point the troubled area
you can ask to have it checked some may charge about $50 for the scanner test
good luck
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Saturday, February 27th, 2010 AT 6:09 AM

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