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I had a 1997 model T & C LXi since 2003. Going into 200k, it was passing coolant through the exhaust. Other than that, it was the usual maintenance. I had to sell it in 2020, and I chocked as I saw it leave for the last time. Our kids grew in it trips into Mexico to see beaches volcanoes and pyramids in the summers, the grand canyon, San Francisco and Vegas. I'll never forget my van.

Love my 2010 Chrysler town and country with 397,000 run great

One of the best presenters is this guy at 1A Auto. I suggest ATF service [pan drop and filter] in the mid 80,000 miles range at the latest. Thereafter, 60,000 miles if you keep the van. The oil filter housing problem emanates from overtightening the filter cap. With proper care, these vans are very reliable.

My 2014 T&C Limited was purchased with 35K off a lease in 12/15. No major gripes. Replaced spark plugs, serpentine belt, and serviced transmission at 100K. It does everything I want it to do, with minimal fuss. Been to California, been to Arizona, been to Utah, been to Wyoming, been to Maine a couple of times, been to Florida a couple of times, and back and forth to many places. Change the oil & filter, and the other filters (air & cabin) per maintenance schedule, brakes and tires when you need to, and you'll do all right. Now at 160K, hope to keep it goin' for at least another year - maybe two.

Exactly. Even a Rolls Royce has issues. 1] Driver seat (electrical) and longevity with the booster support wearing out; 2] the Japanese tranny is plain trash, 2nd T&C and noted the same problems again; 3] suspension shocks need to be replaced under 100k miles, fit and finished on panels, still an issue during this time frame (merger of unequal MB/Chrysler). However, this is my sixth minivan. Why do I love this mini? STOW-n-GO, and it will go 300K miles.

I own one and it has been really solid in its 8 years and 300k+ miles. I have replaced a few parts here and there, but it had two big issues. The first one is that the transmission always has a big thump feeling when it's cold or too hot (it's been that way since it was brand new). And the second one is the TIPM fuse box. The TIPM fuse box grounded the van for about 6 months because it just didn't want to turn on and we didn't know if there was a problem with the fuel pump or the ignition motor. Turns out it was the fuel pump relay that is not serviceable on the TIPM. A brand new one was way too expensive, and the solution was a very simple jumper cable between a couple of fuses. It also kept blowing fuses whenever we tried to adjust the seats, and we solved that with a slightly higher rated fuse. Even though the solutions were simple, it's pretty annoying when you can't use your car for half a year due to a very small electrical malfunction. All in all, it has been pretty solid, specially for how much mileage we put on it.

Good to know , it’s 2022, my 2012 hasn’t had any major problems . 10 years ago my evaporated went when I went to Florida but it was covered by an aftermarket warranty. I love my van .

Our '14 Town & Country rolled over 200,000 miles this summer. I recently replaced the oil filter cover, had the timing done by our mechanic, and I'll be replacing the struts and sway bars myself very soon. Buying the parts from 1A of course.

Had the issue with the window. Now I’m worried I’ll have the other issues. Had transmission service at around 80k miles. I’m on 108k mikes and love this van. It’s a smooth ride and so practical. Easy to empty the seats to move bigger items.

Nailed em! My 2012 has had 4 of these top 5, but has 275,000 miles on the OD and averages 24.7 mpg.

I bought a 2015 Town & Country a few months ago and I just came across your video. I'm saving it and I will definitely order parts from you when I need them.

Yeah , I have always enjoyed your videos, you guys and always benefited from you . Much love ! I just bought my 2014 chrystlerer town and country and have also bought remote fob to program by watching your videos and am confident I'll make it.

Amazing, you just covered 3 out of the 5 problems i've had.

Thanks for these tips i just had upgrade my wifes honda & she chose a 2010 chrysler t&c that i got do a major inspection on this next week !

Very reliable, I had 3 of them. Driving à 2009 T&C 4.0l for 6 years, just minors things! And hauling a 24ft Travel Trailer with minors upgrade (extra trans radiator, balloon in the back) and hitch with extra fixing point in front of rear suspension. Hauling that for 3 years, no problem, and fantastic and practical cargo room !!🙂 Honda Odyssey I had before (1999-2004) had à lot of problems, including a broken transmission !!

I literally got dizzy from the camera man swaying it up and down and side ways! Great video. Thanks for sharing!

Actually the Chrysler town and country was a great mini van I took many trips with my family and my kids with their friends it lasted 234 thousand miles had a fantastic ride great sound system, I totally loved it.

I bought a 2010 Town and country and at first it ran smooth but i did notice the transmission was shifting a bit rough. Thanks for the tips

Found this video bc my window fell off the track lol Thanks for the info

As an owner of a 2014 from new, I purchased the Chrysler Maximum Lifetime Warranty based on ownership of other Chrysler minivans.The oil filter leak is EXPENSIVE. Over $600. Don’t forget corrosion on the hood (aluminum). This may or may not get fixed free based on FCA TSB. Check with more than one dealer.

Eres increible amigo, muchas gracias por las recomendaciones, exelente trabajo, saludos.

I serviced our 2015 at 50K miles. New fluid and filter. Had shifting issues at 75K and they said it needed a reflash. Drive better. At 94K it has a bad shutter. It seems 2-3 break on it each year. A friend that has a 15 just had the engine replaced at 100K miles.

81000 miles. No lifter or rocker arm problems (use 5/w30 oil). And trans shifts good as new. I add friction modifier twice a year. Recently replaced rotors all the way around along with the front wheel bearings. If the 3.6 is maintained properly (5000 mile oil changes. Filters etc…) plan on a trouble free experience.

Hey quick question on a 2002 suburbans front drive shaft move when you have it on the ground and in park and when you try to twist it the front differential drive shaft does it move a quarter of an inch or and inch. Or is it not supposed to move at all??

Nice presentation pleasure listening to you thanks

Great advice guys.

Drive a 2015 T/C with 130K. Still loving this van. I’ve done routine oil (filter) changes and on 3rd set of tire, 2nd set of brakes.. No major maintenance issues (knocking on wood). Still often question if the engine is running when in idle (very quiet). Bought this van to do longer road trips for Big10 volleyball , ACC football and family trips from Ky to FL or LA. Our family and friends never complain as the ride and seating is comfortable. Still getting 24 mpg on road trips. Besides transmission shifting hard on hills, I can’t and won’t complain.

Ive experienced the first 4 issues you mentioned, plus a few others. Sucks that vehicles now days are so prone to failure

Having owned several Chrysler minivans over the past twenty years I purchased the Max Care Lifetime warranty on my 2014. Rust on body panels just started this year.

U are a good teacher

Notorious issue with this vehicle is the Y connector for the heater hose for the front and rear heater cores This Y connector assembly is $100 from Chrysler but can be obtained from auto parts store for less than $10. Connector is directly behind the engine on the right side. The Y itself develops pin hole leaks . My 2010 Town and Country has 225K miles and I have NEVER changed the transmission fluid and it is like pulling teeth to get any dealer to even check the "dipstick free" transmission . I figure it is gonna happen sometime and a $3k rebuild is still better than making car payments. I had the regulator cable fail on the drivers window and a radiator replacement and an alternator that would not charge. I got a good one!!!

I have a flickering noise behind the glove box what is it ....the fuel pressure relay or the a/c relay ....?? It happens when engine is on AND off but most of the time it happens when I turn on the engine... It lasts a lomg time b4 it stops and no the a/c blower doesnt let me run the air when it flickers too..please lmk what u think I should do or if u know of this problem ..mine is a 2010

2013 T&C been pretty good and I did snatch up the MOPAR lifetime warranty so yeah had a few $100 deductibles but it has paid for itself. 🙏

I got to 100k miles and had to replace the transmission. I’m glad you mentioned the AC. I’m having that issue. One little nit, the Chrysler symbol came off the back hatch and dealership said no way to fix it 😦. I have a 2013 T&C. I do love it. It’s pretty much fully loaded as I always purchase the demo car. It’s sorta new but not because it has mileage and dealerships need to get them off the lot after a certain amount of time. I’ve had it for 7 years now. But it is TERRIBLE in the snow!

My 08 Chrysler has every single one of these issues lol. Spot on.

Awesome, informative!!!!

Great video!

Just changed Trans Oil and Filter in my 2013 T&C, 86,000 miles... While at it, I installed a Trans Pan with a drain, In 6 months I plan to pull plug and change out another 6 Qts, Then do a filter and oil about 25,000 to 30,000 miles from then on.

Thank you

These 5 things all occurred on my 14 Chrysler Town & Country. Please do a follow up and talk about the next 5! I would love to hear in case there is more to look out for. My horn and airbag have also gone out. Back to the dealership to look at them now.

I had a 2013 Dodge caravan, now we just bought a 2014 T&C and the driver window was faulty, up and down when it wanted. Easy fix. Then thermostat went, dealership wanted $475, Mopar part was $31. Plus always get the proper coolant. We went with Prestone 50/50. Total cost was $45.00 start too finish 2 hours and that was running full on heaters as we topped up coolant and check engine temperature.

Good stuff

Add the Fobik (key) to that list, I get those in my shop all the time and lot of the time it solves a lot more issue than you'd think just by fixing or replacing the Key (fobik).

2016 Chrysler T&C. Got a code for shift solenoid and replaced the pack. Drove good for a few weeks then got the intermittent rough shift/down shift. Just replaced the trans fluid and filter but still doing the same thing.. Any suggestions? Had some very small metal shavings in the pan but nothing that seemed concerning. Maybe input/output speed sensors?

I have a 2014 and it amazing. It runs so quiet. I love it. I an selling mine for 14k only 84k miles Gently used.

Thanks!

Great video man!!!! Very helpful, can you make video of jeep commander 2008 and PT cruiser 2006 Thank you

My town and country has every damn thing wrong with it. Crazy..I loved this video

A few other common problems that I have personally repaired on 2 Caravans are the heater core splitter hoses (dorman makes an upgraded replacement) Hub failures, pinched harness under the driver seat causing an airbag light, because the harness is too close to the backstop and will cut into the harness eventually.

Just had the transmission replaced at 98000 miles. Oil filter housing needed replacing a week later. 2015 T&C.

Thank you for the information. I’ve had that evaporative line issue with my 2007 T&C as well.

LMBO, Our 2013 Chrysler Town & country's Ac just started blowing not so cold air. blowing out 61 degrees in 100 degree weather from the front vents at an idle. The rear unit blows only ambient temp. I see where this will end up as the possible cause. Also Rattling from front drivers side started at the same time... What luck! Most likely one of the 2 front end items you spoke of. Keeping our fingers crossed on the window LOL. The van has had a very small oil leak on the drivers side , nothing big just a nuisance drip now & then. Now I know where that issue is possibly coming from . 99K on the old girl, too soon to "put it out to pasture" lol.

EVAP system has nothing to do with AC...EVAP is fuel vapor handling system...your comment about AC not blowing cold because of EVAP makes zero sense...

These are all common wear items. Change the transmission fluid every 50,000 miles. I have +189,000 on mine, and it runs incredibly well. The only issues I had with mine in the last 10 years were the oil filter housing leaking, starter, breaks, shocks, wheel bearings, all these items replaces as standard wear items. I would buy another one as this has been a very reliable vehicle, and in freeway driving-27 mpg.

Window regulator went out on my 2012, driver side. Window went down but never came back up. Turns out that the glass repair companies don't have regulators in stock or even order them. Local parts chains carry the cheap junk. So I bought an OEM regulator myself and found a glass repair shop that supplied the new window and fixed it all at a fair price. Meanwhile I had to drive around with clear Gorilla Tape as a window for a few days.

The sliding doors would open at random a while after driving at 60 mph. Chrysler says there's no known problem. Dealer couldn't find the problem, they wanted to fix it by disconnecting the door motors. Nothing but problems, full of squeaks and rattles, the interior was solid plastic. Just cheaply built, 3 months after buying it, the transmission started acting up, dealer replaced transmission, a month later it has tyranny problems again, slipping in 2nd gear. Ac would blow 70 degree air, was told nothing wrong. The keyless ignition module failed, was replaced, a week later I'm stranded with it, keyless module failed again, now it needs another module at $3000, and tipm needs replaced, I traded off the junk pile and got a nice ford, the Ford performed flawlessly for 6 years, way more comfortable than the chrysler junk. Every Chrysler I've had was junk full of problems. I traded the van off, the guy who bought the van got killed after the ignition module failed on a busy highway.

My dad has a 2010 Chrysler Town & country just shy of 65,000 miles and has transmission problems already. I was told by many mechanics if your car is has not reached 100k miles and having transmission issues, to sell it and get a better car.

I would also add the coolant crossover hose that's made of plastic and melts directly over the alternator.

Bought a 2013 last summer. Around 150k. Since have had to rebuild transmission, replace rear evaporator and lines, and the driver's side window regulator. 9/10 would buy again though. Probably go foreign if I had another shot unfortunately.

Thanks.

Own a 2014 t&c...77k just replaced torque converter had codes p0128 p0741 just had check engine and code that wouldn't clear. No shuttering or transmission like issues. Also replace oil line that was leaking and thermostat. First major issues had o2 sensor replace prior to in the last 3 years. Love my van most miles is highway lots of trips.... regular oil changes tires etc. I have had the airbag light coming off and on. Warning light on radio display saying it's to hot this is new have to troubleshoot.

Power steering pops off when it’s cold too! Lock on my driving side won’t lock or unlock with button.

#2 good tip 👍

Is mechanical and electrical break down coverage worth it on a 2018 Chrysler minivan?

The window regulator is a pretty easy fix. Took about a hour, maybe hour fifteen to do it all. If the the regulator you’re gonna hear that cable snap, & the window will be stuck somewhere, but you’ll still hear a buzz when you try to engage the motor, do not burn it out. If it’s the motor, the window will be stuck in its last position, & you’ll hear nothing when hitting switch. Kinda like listening for the fuel pump to prime before a start. It’s not loud, but it’s there. Although, most will say do the motor, & the regulator, I’ve yet to have a motor fail doing two separate regulators in one. It’s cheaper to buy them together usually, but I just got the motors saved if I need them down the road. If you’ve got slow windows, & you’ve taken care of the window tracks then I’d go ahead with a motor too. Hitting the switch up & down fast repeatedly, or playing “footsies” with the windows from different seats is about the best way to get yourself into doing this job quick. The regulator is basically two side beams that make a “X” across the door, meeting at the motor gear point. You tangle that line, or put any kind of tension it shouldn’t have, it’s twirling up. Getting it untangle, & free is really the longest part of the job. Yes, the whole panel, speaker, & switches has to come out, but it’s like 20 screws & some push pin connections. Don’t pay 140-180 in labor alone for a window. & dear lord don’t trust your window to just some cheap ass tape. Tape it with whatever you have In absurd amounts, & shim that damn thing. It falls when it’s unhooked that’s another 2/300 gone.

You forgot to mention the electronic throttle body. Super common. In fact, my 09 town and country is down and waiting for a new throttle body from rock auto.

Just bought a 2012 town and country Chrysler sometime it doesn’t start I wait a while then it starts right up. Any thoughts why it doesn’t start all the time?

Blowing only cold air what's the problem? Voyager RT year 2014.. Thanks for advices

Had to rebuild my trans and replace the housing in my 2015.

got a 2015. power steering pump went out twice as of this morning. got a new transmission. it’s got 171,000 miles

I had a 2011 T&C Touring L. Biggest piece of garbage I’ve ever owned. Bought it with 84,000 miles and traded it in at 112,000. Transmission problems, control module problems, alternator problems, exhaust system problems. Traded it in for a Honda Odyssey. So far, I’m glad I did.

I had the issue with with the oil filter. Got that replaced. Now I noticed a red light with a lightning strike through it and idling high over 1 thousand rpm and my break system went bad my breaks are hard to press down.

Every year I need to replace the brakes and rotors on my 2011 Chrysler T&C Limited van. I never had this problem with previous vehicles.

Thanks for the video! My 2015 is about to hit 200k miles and the transaxle fluid/filter has never been changed I don't think-the dealer didn't know (we bought it with 100k). The fluid is decently red-should I now change it?

Getting ready to hit the 200,000 mile on 2012.

I have a 3.8 town and country limited 2005. I have had the transmission fluid changed 1 time in 120,000 miles, and no problems. What I do want to Warn Everyone! Is I spent about 3500 at Ntb, had new tires, struts and brakes,everything's do with the braking system and front end. I would drive it home 45 miles and I would smell the brakes burning. It got so bad after they had it for a week and they fixed it 3 more times telling me they couldn't find anything else wrong. My brother researched it. I was too afraid to drive it! As long as I didn't go down a hill and had to use the brake's maybe it would be ok. One day I had no brakes and the van acted like the brakes were stuck! And burning. I had to have it towed to a regular tire store. My brother stayed on the phone with me and said tell them to change the hoses, I had to get new brakes and 2 new rotters just to be sure. The hoses were Never changed by Ntb. They were so clogged up it's like sucking through a straw with frozen ice cream. I called Ntb and got well we're sorry but its been 2 year's, and I drove less then 3000 miles in 2 year's afraid to drive down any hills. I told them what was found and what I had to do. I kept telling Ntb the whole time something else is wrong. I told them to keep the van and drive it down a hill, drive it a week go down the mountain from where they were. It's not Colo but a southern state. Again I was told they drove it around the parking lot! And didn't find anything. After the hoses were changed I have had zero problems. So have the hoses changed often or checked. Ntb has now in my experience less then ---0 stars.

Could you please help me find tips or videos to replacing the head gaskets on 4.0 L town and country please?

my head gasket is leaking (or crack) exhaust pushing coolant out the overflow and engine overheat. 2013 T&C .......... Not worth the thousands to repair correctly ........ which quick seal product would you recommend? It's my last ditch effort so........... thx in advance

I have a 2012 T&C.... my problem is I need the 110 v outlet to work. I push the button up front and it wont stay on .... as if there is a short... can this be a fuse or is this "extra" known to stop working?

I have a 2011 town and country and the rear washer nozzle only runs a river or washer fluid instead of spraying. How do I fix. Do you have a video

Just finished replacing the serpentine and tensioner on 2011 minivan but notice the belt moved one grove towards engine at the crank shaft pulley but when I realigned belt on the crankshaft the belt move away from the engine at the power steering pulley.

Are these top problems the same for the 05 model.

Any idea how to fix an exhaust leak on a 2015 Chrysler town and country

Is a 2008 town snd country with the 3.3 the same engine and transmission as a 2007?

My biggest issue has been the Egr Valve, I've replaced it three times in 3 years and still don't know what causes it to set off check engine light.

Can you do a video on how to replace door jam switch on a 95 Chevy both passenger and driver thanks!

Ugh just bought a 2008 4.0l with 227k miles for 1900, cel came on giving a transmission temp sensor error. Bought it out of desperation since my 04 just crapped out due an electrical issue

Airbag light randomly illuminating during driving and vent door for the front drivers side letting in cold air in winter.

This was our only FAMILY minivan. We have a 2014 with 180k miles. It was replaced with A 2019 Tahoe. I kept this minivan as a winter car and a backup to my truck. I keep seets down and can even haul my kayake inside with the gate tied down. What I hate is a foul stench when I use the fan ?

For anyone watching, this video also applies to the Dodge Grand Caravan and the Volkswagen Routan. They're all the same vehicle.

What about the TIPM? We have been having issues such as automatic high beams not working, then high beams coming on not staying on, driver side heated seat intermittently working, sliding door stopped working, a window stopped working, got pulled over for a brake light being out only to order a bulb then see it was actually working. Could this all be due to TIPM?

The main problem is all the plastic pieces on the engine. Thankfully dorman make aluminum options. I replaced the coolant crossover, the timing cover, the thermostat housing, and the oil cooler. All aluminum. Wish they had aluminum valve cover but maybe some day

Does using Eco mode cause more engine problems. Ive used mine for city driving 90%

We had that exact ac problem on our 2014. Plus, we just replaced the flywheel for the second time. Luckily powertrain warranty covered both flywheel replacements.

We are going on our second transmissions since the van was purchased 'New" in 2016, and all repairs have always been done at the Chrysler Dealership. sadly this is the worse vehicle to purchase if you want to offer courtesy transportation.

All those issues in this video I have with the 08 town and country touring 3.8 engine. I have all the parts I need for all those issues just can't do the evap lines myself.

2011 with 140K. -Had to replace the Driver Window Regulator Assy twice, and the Passenger side once. -Replaced 3 alternators. -Replaced OEM brake rotors and pads with Duralast GOLD's. No more warped rotors and the annoying vibrations. -TIPM fuel pump issue was fixed by adding a jumper wire to other fuses. -Window Washer fluid tubes burst last winter so had to replace several sections. -Interior trim is falling apart, chrome accents peeling off. It's a Chrysler. I say I'll never own another one, and this was my final one. I'll drive it until the wheel fall off.

I wish you would have done #6 TIPM failure. This is an expensive and common repair of which Chrysler has lost class action lawsuits for this TIPM in other cars... Jeep Wrangler and Dodge Caravan/Dorango. It has caused excessive starting problems. Repairs run$1,800 with a few places offering mail in repairs.

Question. I have a grandvoyager limited whit automatic transmission. The problem is that it cannot go above 1st gear. It just happened from nowhere. Already spent 400€ in a diagnostic and the gearbox sems fine, no noise around or rattling. Runs well also but cannot go above 1st gear! Can u give any advice?