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2001 Dodge Caravan Jerk Motion upon release

Tiny
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  • 2001 DODGE CARAVAN
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
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  • 10,300 MILES
Sometimes when I release the parking brake pedal and put the gear in drive or reverse, my car seems to be locked up. I have to put pressure on the gas pedal and the car will then make a loud thug or bang-like noise and jerk upon release.
Friday, April 3rd, 2009 AT 3:34 PM

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Tiny
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Does thisonly happen when you use the park brake?
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Monday, April 6th, 2009 AT 11:50 AM
Tiny
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Yes. The only time. Iniitially I was parkiing on an incline. Also, I was pushing down the park pedal too hard. Since I stop doing that it has only happened once.
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Monday, April 6th, 2009 AT 5:57 PM
Tiny
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Hi:
It sounds like the park brake is sticking. There are steel cables under the vehicle. Make sure they are not rusted. Also, oil them. Also, make sure the brakes are clean inside the drum. Sometimes too much corrosion, brake dust. Can cause the shoes to stick.

Let me know if this helps.

Joe
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Tuesday, April 7th, 2009 AT 10:42 AM

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