2000 Dodge Caravan

2000 DODGE CARAVAN
148,000 MILES
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WILL FIGUEROA
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I have a 2000 Dodge Caravan and am having problems with the fuel system. I start the van and get about 1/2 mile and it quits on me. I wait for about an hour and then it starts (sometimes). I am not sure if it is the gas filter or the fuel pump. You advice would be greatly appreciated. I need my van to drive to work which I just got about 5 weeks ago.
Jul 8, 2012 at 7:48 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Hook up a fuel pressure gauge and monitor the pressure if its the fuel pump it will show as a sore thumb-let me know
Jul 8, 2012 at 7:53 PM
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RASMATAZ
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If fuel pressure is okay and still you have to wait before its starts again -check for spark
Jul 8, 2012 at 7:55 PM
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WILL FIGUEROA
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I appreciate your advice. Here is my dilema; I can't afford to buy a fuel pressure tester or have it towed to be tested. I would barely have the money for the fuel pump. I had tried to start it this morning and all it does is turn over but won't start. Thanks for your help. Not sure what I am gonna do.
Jul 9, 2012 at 5:34 AM
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WILL FIGUEROA
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I wish there was some way for me to know what I have to replace, the filter or fuel pump. It is hard at the present to afford both. Thanks for your advice rasmataz. Hope to fix it today so I don't miss work. Wish me luck.
Jul 9, 2012 at 6:44 AM
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WILL FIGUEROA
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I tried some starting fluid and it wants to run for a second and then dies out. Do you think its the fuel pump? Also, Do I have to drop the tank to get to the fuel pump??
Jul 9, 2012 at 7:12 AM
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RASMATAZ
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When you turn On the van-do you hear the fuel pump?
Jul 9, 2012 at 1:25 PM
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WILL FIGUEROA
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No so my son and I went and bought both pump and filter. Am gonna put them in tomorrow. I even got a wrench to take the huge round plastic nut that holds the pump in place. Will let you know things work out. Thanks for your advice.
Jul 9, 2012 at 9:39 PM
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RASMATAZ
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You're welcome
Jul 10, 2012 at 1:29 PM
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WILL FIGUEROA
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Put the new fuel pump and filter in this morning and it was the pump. Works just fine now. Again I thank you for your help.I will always ask you for your expertise.
Jul 11, 2012 at 12:47 AM
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RASMATAZ
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No problem and you're welcome anytime
Jul 11, 2012 at 6:59 PM
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WILL FIGUEROA
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I now have a problem with my front passenger wheel bearing. Is there a special tool I need to remove the wheel bearing? I am having a real hard time getting it off. Am working on it outside in my driveway. Your help would be greatly appreciated. I can't afford to pay a mechanic and where I live you need a car to get anywhere.
Jul 14, 2012 at 11:09 AM
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