Index Chrysler Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY, VOYAGER, Dodge Caravan - service repair manual 2001-2007 year
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ENGINE DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE COOLING Establish what driving condition caused the cooling system complaint. The problem may be caused by an DRIVING TECHNIQUES To avoid overheating the cooling system: end of normal range. (2) Do not increase engine speed for more air flow and coolant flow because the electric motor fan sys- TRAILER TOWING Consult the owner’s manual under Trailer Towing and do not exceed specified limits. VISUAL INSPECTION If the cooling system problem is not caused by a driving condition, perform a visual inspection to • Loose/damaged water pump drive belt • Incorrect cooling system refilling (trapped air or low level) • Brakes possibly dragging • Damaged hoses • Loose/damaged hose clamps • Damaged/incorrect engine thermostat • Damaged cooling fan motor, fan blade and fan shroud • Damaged head gasket • Damaged water pump • Damaged radiator • Damaged coolant recovery system • Damaged heater core • Open/shorted electrical circuits as cause for a cooling system complaint, refer to the COOLING SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS CHART CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION PRESSURE CAP IS BLOWING 1. Pressure relief valve in radiator 1. Check condition of radiator cap 2. Incorrect cap was installed. 2. Replace cap as necessary. 3. Incorrect coolant mixture. 3. Check concentration level of the COOLANT LOSS TO THE 1. Coolant leaks in radiator, cooling 1. Pressure test and repair as 7 - 14 ENGINE RS |