Power Steering Pump problems of the 1997 Dodge Caravan

Three problems related to power steering pump have been reported for the 1997 Dodge Caravan. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Power Steering Pump problem

Failure Date: 10/01/1998

While driving 15 mph lost steering. Dealer replaced tensioner belt that had fallen off. This had happened in December 2000, at 30000 miles. During routine inspection on 15 November, 2001 dealer noticed tensioner belt needed to be replaced a third time.

2 Power Steering Pump problem

Failure Date: 07/10/1998

While driving through standing water at right front wheel, water spashes onto power steering belt, resulting in temporary loss of power assist steering. TSB service bulletin number: 19-01-97.

3 Power Steering Pump problem

Steering belt tension bar broke, causing a loss of vehicle control and power steering.




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