2005 DodgeCaravan

100,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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KELLY
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My 2005 Grand Caravan runs terrible. It seems like it has no power. When I step on the gas it revs up to 4 amps or more but the power isn't there. If I gradually give it gas it will eventually get up to speed but I'm in trouble if I reach a hill. It chugs occasionally as I'm driving. The engine light was on but was turned off when I brought it to the dealer and had the air filter changed and the computer reflashed. I brought it back and was told by a mechanic as we took it for a drive that the reason for it running rough was probably due to the torque converter. When I took it in to get fixed at the same garage I was told they hooked it up to the computer and couldn't get an exact reading because the computer light was no longer on and until it came back on, I should just deal with it. HELP please
May 16, 2011 at 6:54 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Lack of acceleration,chugging,hesitating********,bogging,misfiring etc. could be caused by one of the following below


Oxygen sensor.
Catalytic converter.
Fuel injectors dirty/sticking.
Mass airflow sensor/Airflow meter.
Throttle position sensor.
Crankshaft position sensor
Knock sensor
Manifold absolute pressure sensor.
EGR Valve
Fuel pressure regulator leaking or defective fuel pump.
Fuel contamination.
Foul/defective spark plugs.
Open spark plug wires.
Ignition coil/Coil packs defective.
Incorrect ignition timing.
Cap and rotor.


Note:If it doesn't apply disregard it and keep testing.
Jun 14, 2011 at 11:07 PM
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