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I have a 2001 dodge caravan se with a 3.3 liter engine, ...
Sent to Car Experts July 30 09:35 PM

I have a 2001 dodge caravan se with a 3.3 liter engine, that hasa dead skip. I changed the plugs and wires, no change. any suggestions? it does not seem like a fuel issue, but it happened a mile after getting gas

Edited by Customer (name blocked for privacy) on July 30 2006 at 9:48 PM

 

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2001 Dodge caravan 3.3

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plugs and wires

Customer (name blocked for privacy)
Status:  Closed   Value: $9
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July 30 9:50 PM (14 minutes and 26 seconds later)
         
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How many miles are on this vehicle?

Has the Check Engine Lamp illuminated since the occurance?

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July 30 9:52 PM (1 minute and 59 seconds later)
         
Reply to RIP's Post: 61,000 miles, cel was on prior to getting gas, now flashes(due to skip)
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July 30 10:57 PM (1 hour and 5 minutes and 11 seconds later)
         
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The first step in diagnosing your concern, is to have the engine computer (PCM) scanned for diagnostic codes for the Check Engine Lamp. This is becasue, the computer has seen a sever missfire for it to flash the lamp. Often, it will set a related diagnostic code for the exact cylinder causing the missfire. With that information we can test all the applicable components for that cylinder. It is somewhat uncommon for this van to be having a missfire so earnly on, although they do have issues with coil packs failing. Have the van's computer scanned at a local repair facility for a minimal charge, or at an AutoZone parts store in your area, which will scan it for no charge. With the related code(s) we can proceed.

-Rip



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