🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Dodge

Model:

Caravan CV / Grand Caravan CV

Years Covered:

2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007

👋 Introduction

Vehicle Segment:

Minivan

Target Demographic:

Families, commercial users

Key Competitors Era:

Honda Odyssey, Toyota Sienna, Ford Windstar, Chevrolet Venture/Uplander

Vehicle Strengths:

Spacious interior, versatile seating, available Stow 'n Go (in later models/trims), relatively affordable

Benefit To Owner:

Enables self-sufficient maintenance and repair, reduces labor costs, increases vehicle lifespan

Benefit To Mechanic:

Provides accurate specifications, diagnostic procedures, and repair instructions matching shop standards

📋 Manual Details

Manual Scope:

Comprehensive service, maintenance, and repair

Target Audience:

Professional mechanics and DIY enthusiasts

Estimated Pages:

Over 2000 (typical for this era and scope)

Type:

Service and Repair Manual

Language:

English

Digital Format:

PDF

Delivery:

Instant Download

📖 Manual Coverage

Powertrain:

Engine (3.3L V6, 3.8L V6, 4.0L V6), Transmission (4-speed automatic - 41TE, 42LE)

Chassis:

Suspension (front/rear), Steering, Brakes (front/rear disc, ABS), Wheels & Tires

Electrical:

Lighting, Instruments, Gauges, Audio System, HVAC Controls, Power Accessories (windows, locks, mirrors), Wiper/Washer System

Body:

Exterior Body Panels, Interior Trim, Doors, Liftgate, Seating Systems, HVAC System Components

Maintenance:

Oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks/changes, tune-ups, belt/hose inspection/replacement

Repair:

Engine mechanical, transmission rebuilds, brake system repairs, steering/suspension component replacement, electrical diagnostics and repair

Troubleshooting:

Diagnostic charts, symptom-based troubleshooting, electrical circuit diagrams, component testing procedures

Depth:

Detailed step-by-step instructions, exploded views, torque specifications, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs)

📊 Manual Specifications

Format:

PDF

Printability:

Fully Printable

Zoom Capability:

Zoom In/Out

Reader Software:

Adobe PDF Reader

Unzip Software:

WinZip or equivalent

Operating Systems:

All Versions of Windows & Mac

Binding:

Digital (Downloadable PDF)

Paper:

N/A (Digital Format)

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine 1 Displacement:

3.3L (3301 cc)

Engine 1 Configuration:

V6, Overhead Valves (OHV)

Engine 1 Horsepower:

Approximately 180-185 hp

Engine 1 Torque:

Approximately 200-210 lb-ft

Engine 2 Displacement:

3.8L (3778 cc)

Engine 2 Configuration:

V6, Overhead Valves (OHV)

Engine 2 Horsepower:

Approximately 200-215 hp

Engine 2 Torque:

Approximately 230-240 lb-ft

Engine 3 Displacement:

4.0L (3952 cc) - V6, SOHC

Engine 3 Horsepower:

Approximately 230 hp

Engine 3 Torque:

Approximately 245 lb-ft

Fuel Delivery:

Multi-port Fuel Injection (MPI)

Ignition Type:

Distributorless Ignition System (DIS) with Coil-on-Plug (COP)

🔧 Transmission

Type:

4-speed Automatic Transaxle

Codes:

41TE (FWD), 42LE (AWD - Grand Caravan)

Type:

All-Wheel Drive (AWD) availability on Grand Caravan models

Features:

Electronically controlled, TorqueFlite design principles

Fluid Type:

ATF+4 (Automatic Transmission Fluid Type 9602 or equivalent)

📐 Dimensions

Wheelbase Short Wheelbase:

Approx. 112.1 inches (Caravan CV)

Wheelbase Long Wheelbase:

Approx. 119.3 inches (Grand Caravan CV)

Length Overall Short:

Approx. 189.4 inches

Length Overall Long:

Approx. 198.9 inches

Cargo Volume Behind 3Rd Row Short:

Approx. 20.4 cu ft

Cargo Volume Behind 3Rd Row Long:

Approx. 32.3 cu ft

Curb Weight Range:

Approx. 4,000 - 4,500 lbs depending on configuration

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gvwr:

Approx. 5,700 - 6,000 lbs

🛡️ Safety Features

NHTSA Front Impact Driver:

Good (typically for this generation)

NHTSA Front Impact Passenger:

Good (typically for this generation)

Braking System:

Four-wheel disc brakes, optional ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)

Traction Control:

Optional (Traction Control System - TCS)

Airbags Front:

Standard front driver and passenger airbags

Airbags Side:

Optional front seat-mounted side airbags

Seatbelts:

Three-point seatbelts in all seating positions, integrated child seat anchors (LATCH)

💡 Technology Features

Audio Systems:

AM/FM stereo with CD player, optional Infinity premium audio system, rear entertainment system options

Navigation:

Optional factory navigation system available on higher trims

Parking Assist:

Optional rear park assist system

Connectivity Options:

Limited by era; primarily basic audio inputs, optional satellite radio

🔧 Maintenance

Oil Change Interval:

Every 3,000-5,000 miles or 3-6 months, depending on oil type and driving conditions (refer to manual for precise intervals)

Transmission Fluid Change:

Every 30,000-60,000 miles or as specified in the manual, especially under severe driving conditions

Coolant Flush:

Every 30,000-100,000 miles or 2-5 years, depending on coolant type (HOAT coolant recommended)

Engine Oil Type:

API Certified SAE 5W-30 (check manual for viscosity based on temperature)

Coolant Type:

Chrysler HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) OAT (Organic Additive Technology) compatible, typically pink or orange

Power Steering Fluid:

Chrysler MS-5901 or equivalent

Common Problems Engine:

Intake manifold gasket leaks, oil filter housing leaks, occasional head gasket issues (particularly on earlier versions of the 3.3L), spark plug blow-out on 2.7L V6 (not typically in this range but worth noting for related platforms)

Common Problems Transmission:

Torque converter shudder, internal seal leaks, failure of the output shaft speed sensor or range sensor

Common Problems Suspension:

Worn control arm bushings, ball joints, sway bar links, rear axle bearings (on some models)

Common Problems Electrical:

Instrument cluster failure (especially dimming or dead pixels), HVAC blower motor resistor failure, power window motor issues

📚 Vehicle History

Dodge Legacy:

Dodge has a long history of producing practical and powerful vehicles, with the Caravan being a cornerstone of the minivan segment.

Generation:

This period (2003-2007) represents the fourth generation of the Dodge Caravan platform, significant for design updates and feature introductions like Stow 'n Go seating in later years.

Manufacturing Locations:

Primarily Windsor, Ontario, Canada; also St. Louis, Missouri, USA

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Segment Awards:

The Caravan platform has historically received numerous awards within the minivan segment for value and practicality from publications like Consumers Digest and Kelley Blue Book.

Safety Ratings General:

Generally good to acceptable safety ratings for its time, with improvements made over the generation.