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1998 Dodge Caravan POOR PERFORMANCE WHEN COLD

Tiny
KOLE05
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  • 1998 DODGE CARAVAN
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 120,000 MILES
Hi my car is little noisy and performs poor ( not much power ) until it gets worm like after 5-10 min.

Please help.
Thanks
Monday, October 5th, 2009 AT 1:11 PM

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Tiny
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WHen you say noisy, do you hear a knocking or ticking? Also, has the check engine light come on?
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Tuesday, October 6th, 2009 AT 10:44 AM
Tiny
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Noise is more like roaring and check engine light has not come on.

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Tuesday, October 6th, 2009 AT 11:56 AM
Tiny
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WIthout the light, it's hard to tell. Make sure the exhaust isn't damaged including the catylatic converter. You may want to check fuel pressure when it's cold to make sure it is within spec.
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Tuesday, October 6th, 2009 AT 1:21 PM

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