Three problems related to automatic transmission cooler have been reported for the 2000 Chrysler Town & Country. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
While driving 70-75 mph, the consumer noticed the transmission slipping and the vehicle would smoke from underneath. The owner pulled over and notice that a transmission line had ruptured and sprayed coolant. The vehicle is now on its fourth repair for this same problem.
There is vibration in steering. Contacted dealer who could not find a cause. Dealer noted that there could be a problem with the tires. Consumer put on new tires. Consumer states that the drifting to the right and the shimmy in the steering has disappeared ever since the tires were replaced. Transmission cooler hose developed a leak. 2 new tires were replaced due to a vibration in the rear of the vehicle, after the tires were replaced, again the vibration ceased, no specific tire information was given.
Transmission fluid clamps come loose repeatedly, transmission leaks.