Three problems related to brake differential proportional valve have been reported for the 1996 Dodge Grand Caravan. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Rear brake hydraulic proportioning valve rusted through, leaking again. Replaced the same item on 2-21-01 for the same problem. Resulting in little to no braking.
While driving vehicle lost brake power, and somehow the driver stopped the vehicle without incident. Consumer determined that a hole in the brake differential proportional valve caused the brake fluid to leak. Vehicle was taken to the dealer, who stated that valve was welded in the wrong spot, causing the valve to wear out over a period of time. Brake differential proportional valve was replaced .
Hydraulic proportioning valve leaking, resulting in little to no braking capacity. Dodge dealer in houghton, mi said he has recently had to replace 4 or 5 proportioning valve for the same problem.