Is there a problem with the Dodge Grand Caravan transmission?
Transmission is shifting strangely, particularly exhibiting a “flare” in RPM when shifting from 4th to 5th and from 5th to 6th. Also, it sometimes bangs into drive pretty hard when shifting from R to D. They reprogrammed the TCM. Problem has returned.
What happens when you put the shifter in overdrive?
Setting the shifter to overdrive means that you’re allowing the transmission to use any of those four gears, right up through overdrive. TOM: When you put the shifter in “drive,” you keep the transmission from shifting any higher than third gear. So you’re preventing it from going into overdrive.
What causes bump shift in Dodge Grand Caravan?
No longer slams into gear after backing up, less “harsh” shifts when in ECON mode. Covered under powertrain warranty. When coming to a rapid stop, a “bump shift” occurs while the transmission tries to figure out what to do. Fluid drained, new filter, re-fill with fresh fluid. No apparent repair available, software up to date with M38 flash.
When to put your car in overdrive mode?
RAY: There’s really no good reason to limit the transmission to third gear. The more time you spend in your highest gear (overdrive), the better your gas mileage. And the higher the gear, the fewer times the engine turns for the same amount of distance traveled, so the longer the engine lasts.
Why does my Dodge Grand Caravan clunk when I slow?
Cleared variable line pressures and performed “quick learn” procedure. In Economy mode, transmission “clunks” as car slows to 15 mph. Transmission “bumps” when slowing to 15mph in economy mode. The transmission has always “clunked” when slowing to 20 mph in Econo Mode. I was told this is normal.
Are there any problems with the 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan?
New 2010 Grand Caravan with 5100 kim is getting the transmission replaced. See all problems of the 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan . When moving the cvt transmission, dash mounted gear shift lever from reverse to drive the gear shift lever assembly fell apart. The handle fell to the floor, as did the button and the internal spring.