🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Dodge

Model:

Grand Caravan

Year:

1998

Body Style:

Minivan

Generation Code:

NS

Platform:

Chrysler AS platform

👋 Introduction

Target Audience:

Dodge Grand Caravan 1998 owners, DIY mechanics, professional technicians

Advantage:

Actual genuine factory manual, not third-party. Saves significant labor costs compared to professional shop rates.

Information Source:

Official full factory service repair manual

Content Quality:

Contains hundreds of pages with all necessary illustrations, diagrams, and specifications.

Ease Of Use:

Easy to use, printable pages, searchable function within PDF for quick information retrieval.

📋 Manual Details

Coverage:

All styles covered

Estimated Pages:

Hundreds (exact count not specified, but comprehensive)

Type:

Factory Service Repair Manual

Language:

English

Format:

PDF Download

📖 Manual Coverage

Engine Service Repair:

Included

Transmission Service Repair:

Included

Brake System:

Included

Wiring Diagram:

Included

Electrical System:

Included

Suspension:

Included

Periodic Lubrication:

Included

Steering:

Included

Cooling System:

Included

Fuel Injection Fuel System:

Included

Emission System:

Included

Heater Air Conditioning:

Included

Engine Control System:

Included

Chassis Body:

Included

Restraint System:

Included

Interior:

Included

Differential Drive:

Included

Axle:

Included

General Maintenance:

Included

Troubleshooting:

Included

Repair Procedures:

Step-by-step, detailed substeps, numbered instructions

Diagnostic Procedures:

Advanced troubleshooting guide, diagnosing problems

Maintenance Procedures:

Fundamentals of maintaining, periodic lubrication

Rebuild Procedures:

Covered in great detail

Refurbish Restore Procedures:

Covered in great detail

Depth:

Factory trained technician level, everything needed to repair, maintain, rebuild, refurbish, restore

📊 Manual Specifications

Format:

PDF

Compatibility:

Windows and Mac PC-based operating systems

Storage:

Saves to hard-drive, can be burned to CD-ROM

Printability:

Printable without restriction, individual pages or entire manual

Resolution:

High resolution

Binding:

N/A (Digital Download - Printable)

Paper:

N/A (Digital Download - Printable)

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Options:

Likely includes 3.0L V6 (Mitsubishi 6G72) and 3.3L V6 (Chrysler EAB/ECA), and possibly 3.8L V6 (Chrysler EGD) depending on trim.

Horsepower Range:

Approximately 150 hp to 180 hp depending on engine option.

Torque Range:

Approximately 180 lb-ft to 220 lb-ft depending on engine option.

Fuel Delivery:

Multi-port Fuel Injection (MPI)

Eci Type:

Engine Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM)

🔧 Transmission

Transmission Type:

Automatic Transmission (e.g., A604, A670, A670CS)

Optional Transmission:

Manual transmission was not a common option for the Grand Caravan in this era.

Transmission Features:

Front-wheel drive (FWD) configurations likely with overdrive.

📐 Dimensions

Length:

Approx. 189.3 inches

Width:

Approx. 72.0 inches

Height:

Approx. 68.7 inches

Curb Weight:

Approx. 3,700 - 4,000 lbs depending on configuration.

🛡️ Safety Features

NHTSA Driver Side Impact:

Likely achieved 4-star ratings in frontal impacts, but side impact ratings were less standardized and may vary.

ABS:

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) often standard or optional.

Airbags:

Driver and front passenger airbags were standard.

Seatbelts:

All seating positions equipped with three-point seat belts.

💡 Technology Features

Audio System:

Basic AM/FM stereo with cassette player, optional CD player, and possibly a premium Infinity sound system on higher trims.

Cruise Control:

Standard or optional depending on trim level.

Connectivity Options:

Limited by 1998 standards; primarily focused on audio system connectivity.

🔧 Maintenance

Oil Change Interval:

Recommended every 3,000 - 5,000 miles or 3-6 months, depending on driving conditions (refer to specific manual for exact recommendations).

Transmission Fluid Change:

Recommended every 30,000 - 60,000 miles, fluid and filter replacement.

Coolant Flush:

Typically every 30,000 - 50,000 miles or 2-3 years.

Engine Oil Type:

SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30 (check owner's manual for specific viscosity based on temperature).

Transmission Fluid Type:

ATF+4 (or equivalent specification like Mopar ATF+3 before ATF+4 became standard).

Coolant Type:

Ethylene glycol based coolant (typically green, Mopar specific may apply).

Common Problems:

Transmission solenoid failure (especially on early 4-speed automatics), EGR valve issues, intake manifold gasket leaks, rear heater core leaks, power window regulators, and suspension component wear are common for this generation.

📚 Vehicle History

Brand History:

Dodge, a division of Chrysler Corporation, has a long history of producing practical and family-oriented vehicles.

Grand Caravan History:

The Grand Caravan, introduced in 1984 as the Dodge Caravan (and Plymouth Voyager), revolutionized the minivan segment. The 1998 model is part of the second generation (NS) which ran from 1996 to 2000, featuring improved aerodynamics, larger dimensions, and updated powertrains.

Manufacturing Location:

Windsor, Ontario, Canada

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Segment Awards:

The Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan has historically been a segment leader and frequent recipient of 'Family Vehicle of the Year' type awards from various automotive publications over its lifespan.