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Trailer Wiring Harness Installation - 2005 Dodge Caravan
Today on this 2005 Dodge Caravan, we're going to be installing Tow Ready Wiring Harness product number 118300. Ok, the port where we're going to plug our wiring harness into are located behind the rear tail lights on both the drivers and passenger's sides of the vehicle, so we want to go ahead and first remove both the tail lights. And to do that, we've opened up the rear cargo door here and you can see we've got two push pin fasters on the in-board side holding the tail light in place. We're going to go ahead and remove those. We can use a rivet removal tool, a flathead screwdriver or whatever you have available to you. With those removed, you can just go ahead and pull the tail light off and we see here on the back side, we got the connector for the wiring harness.
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2005 Dodge Caravan
Today on this 2005 Dodge Caravan, were going to be installing Curt Hitch part number 12362. Before we get started with the installation, were going to go ahead and show you a couple of final installed dimensions which will help make choosing your hitch accessories a little bit easier. From the top of the receiver tube opening to the ground is youre going to measure 12inches, and from the center of the pinhole to clear the rear edge of the bumper is going to measure right to 2 inches. And now Ill go ahead and move on to installation. Ok, were up underneath the vehicle here and were going to go ahead and point out the mounting holes were going to be using to attach the hitch to the vehicle. Starting over here on the driver side, you can see weve got two existing bolts here.
Transmission Cooler Installation - 2007 Dodge Caravan
Today we will be working on a 2007 Dodge Caravan. We will be installing Derale part number D13501. Our first step before our installation is actually going to be removing the air dam here. We have a bunch of small plastic rivets that will have to be removed. Now we have five across the back to do. Our next step is going to be to remove the front clip of the vehicle. In order to do that, we have two screws on the inner fender well. I am going to go ahead and start on the passenger side. I am going to repeat the same process on the driver side. Across the top of the front clip I have a 10 millimeter bolt we are going to remove. We have a couple of push pins. We have two more attachment points to get our front clip removed. There is a bolt here that attaches to this fender well and there is a bolt here that attaches to this fender well. In order to access this one, we are going to remove the headlight bucket to get to it. We are just going to slip our headlight bucket up and out of the way. We will set it over here. You cans see here is our attachment point that we need to get to. Ok, there is one. Now we will get the one on the inner fender well. Before we remove the front clip we are going to go ahead and remove the fog lights. In order to do that, you actually just want to twist and pull. Now we are ready to remove the front clip. 1:41
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2002 Dodge Caravan Sport
Today on Etrailer.com we are going to be working on this 2002 Dodge Caravan Sport. We are going to be installing Draw-Tite part number 24702. To begin our installation process we are going to remove these two rear bumper bolts located on the passenger side frame rail. We are also going to remove the two on the driver side frame rail as well. On this particular model it is a good idea to spray a spray lubricant like WD-40 on the back sides of these bolts you can gain access to the frame rail. Another note, whenever you are removing these bolts feel free to run these in and out a couple of times before fully taking those out and that will help prevent these bolts from busting off inside the frame rail. 00:45
Trailer Wiring Harness Installation - 2003 Dodge Caravan
Today at Etrailer.com on this 2003 Dodge Caravan we are going to be installing part number 118376 from Tow Ready. The first thing we are going to do is gain access to our trunk. We are going to need to remove the fascia here and remove a couple of clips so we are able to pull back our panel a little bit to gain access to our wiring harness. We are going to start removing our bumper fascia. We are going to use a rivet tool remover and just popping them up. It is a pretty simple task. If you do not have rivet tool remover you can just take a flat head screwdriver and slide it under and just pry up. That will also work as well. We are just going to take this and set it aside. Then we are going to take the rivet tool remover and start unclipping a couple of clips from here. 00:49
Trailer Hitch Installation - 2003 Dodge Caravan
Today at Etrailer.com on this 2003 Dodge Caravan we are going to be installing part number 87717 from Hidden Hitch. We are on the driver side now. The first thing we are going to do is we are going to need to remove the rear most bolts that are holding the bumper to the frame. It is probably going to be a little tight so you want to spray some lubricant on them. We are going to do that on the driver and passenger side of the vehicle. The next step after moving that bolt is we are going to take our hardware and fish wire them through into position. We are going to put one here and we are going to put one here. It is going to be the same on both sides. We are going to use the bolt leader that was provided in our kit. 00:40
Trailer Wiring Harness Installation - 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan
Today we are going to install a T-One wiring harness on a 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. First step involved is removing the tail light assemblies, so we will open the hatch and get started on that. Next step we have to do is pull out the grommet and put a slit into it, this is done so that we can run our new wires coming that are coming out of that grommet out through to tail light and back to the wire harness. Now its the time to go ahead and open the jack storage door, and we will run our wires towards there. We will also need to get behind this trim panel, to get that freed up we will have to take out the threshold. The threshold will be this part here, then we can pull this part out. Opening up that plastic trim panel will give us room to stick our hand in there and help thread the wiring to the jack storage area.
Dodge Caravan Questions and Answers
- Can the Ventline Ventadome Trailer Roof Vent be Installed in a 1 Inch Thick Roof
- After inspecting roof vent # V2094SP-30 and the included bezel, I have come to the conclusion that you would just need to trim 13/16 of an inch off the bezel on the end that sticks into the vent. This should allow you to flush mount the vent and bezel in your 1 inch thick roof.
I also recommend installation kit # RVIKIT100 which comes with the hardware and silicone needed for installation.
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- Can a 2002 Dodge Caravan SE with 3.3L Engine Tow a 5000-lb Boat & Trailer
- Your 2002 Caravan owners manual is a good place to start.
Review the rated towing capacity for the vehicle according to the manufacturer. I checked an online copy of the manual and it indicates that the maximum gross towing weight (GTW) rating for the 3.3L model is 1800 lbs unless the vehicle is equipped with a factory tow package, in which case the capacity increases to 3800 lbs. Again, refer to your owners manual to confirm your vehicle tow rating.
If your boat/trailer combination weigh
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- What is the Inner Width for Yates Ribbed Wobble Roller # YR500YW-6P
- I went out to the warehouse and pulled Yates boat roller # YR500YW-6P. The inside width where the shaft goes is 1-1/2 inches. I have included a link to a video review of this roller for you.
Some related items you may also need are the retainer ring, # CE10981, and roller washer # CE10983.
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- Transmission Cooler Recommendation for a 1990 Dodge Caravan
- There are several coolers recommended for your 1990 Dodge Caravan. I have incldued a link to them for you. The type of coolant the vehicle uses is not a factor. Transmission coolers are not vehicle specific and are flow through devices with no moving parts so the type of fluid and the vehicle are not issues.
We recommend installing the largest cooler that will fit in the vehicle. This is because transmission fluid cannot be over cooled and because a larger cooler will be more efficient. The m
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- Trailer Hitch Mount Cargo Carrier for a Pride Maxima 3 Scooter and 2006 Dodge Caravan
- It looks like the Pride Maxima 3 can weight 176 pounds WITHOUT the batteries. You will need to know the total weight of the scooter. The combined weight of the scooter and the carrier cannot exceed the tongue weight capacity of the trailer hitch. It looks like 350 pounds is the highest capacity for trailer hitches for your 2006 Dodge Caravan. Check the hitch for a sticker to determine what its capacity is. If you need to add a hitch I have included a link to the Class III options we carry for yo
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- How to Install a Trailer Brake Controller on a 2002 Dodge Caravan
- To install the Tekonsha Voyager, # 39510, you will need one of two installation kits since you already have a 7-Way trailer connector. The 2002 Dodge Caravan is not set up for a plug and play type of harness like # 3021-P so you will need to do a little hardwring using harness # 20127.
If the trailer you want to tow has 2 to 4 brakes use # 5505 and if it has 6 to 8 brakes use # 5506. Mount the controller as indicated in the instructions and attach harness 20127. Then you will need to use some
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- Will a Trailer Hitch from a 1986 Dodge Caravan Fit a 2002 Dodge Caravan
- The hitches for the 1986 Dodge Caravan, see link, will not fit a 2002 Dodge Caravan. The 2002 Dodge Caravan requires a completely different hitch design. I have linked these hitches as well.
The most popular option is Hidden Hitch trailer hitch # 87717. I have included a link to the installation instructions and a video showing a typical installation.
If you plan on doing some towing the recommended ball mount is # 2753 and you can use pin and clip # PC3. For a 1-7/8 inch ball use # 19260,
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- Transmission Cooler Recommendation for a 2007 Dodge Caravan Towing a Pop Up Camper
- Nearly every vehicle with an automatic transmission has a transmission cooler. I would guarantee that your 2007 Dodge Caravan has one, especially since your local Dodge dealer told you the same.
Typically, the factory transmission coolers of vehicles are adequate at best when you are not towing so I would recommend you get a supplemental transmission cooler as well.
The best way would be for you to keep your factory cooler and then route a supplemental cooler, like the Derale Cooler # D135
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- Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2005 Dodge Caravan With a Reese Tow Champ 74950 Tow Bar
- There are several components you will need to flat tow your 2005 Dodge Caravan. But before we get into that you should check the owners manual of your vehicle to determine if there are any restrictions on your vehicle being flat-towed. From my research the 2005 Dodge Caravan will need to have a lube pump installed to flat tow your vehicle. I do not sell any lube pumps.
Now for the parts needed to flat tow your vehicle. You will need the Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit, part # 275-1, for your 200
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- Is the Center Pilot Hole Diameter Important When Choosing New Trailer Wheels
- Before choosing a trailer wheel it is important to determine whether your wheels are hub-centric or lug-centric. This is important to know because the wheel will either center itself on the hub or with the wheel bolts.
The easiest way to determine if your wheels are hub-centric or lug-centric is to look at your wheel bolts. If the head of the wheel bolts are coned, then your wheels are lug-centric and the diameter of the center pilot hole on the wheel will just need to be larger than the dia
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- Difference Between Hidden Hitch # 87717 and Draw-Tite # 75119 for 2005 Dodge Caravan
- Although both hitches are for a 2005 Caravan without Stow-N-Go seating, the # 87717 will not fit vehicles equipped with the rear stabilizer bar. The Draw-Tite # 75119 will fit stabilizer bar equipped vehicles.
If you do not have the stabilizer bar, either hitch would work great for you. The crossbar of the # 75119 is constructed of tubular steel pipe, which many people find more visually appealing than the square tube of the # 87717.
Both hitches have the same weight capacity, but if you d
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- How Does the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch # 75176 Mount to a 1994 Dodge Caravan
- On a 1994 Dodge Caravan, you will not need to drill the holes to mount the trailer hitch. You may have to enlarge some holes which can be done using a drill, rotary tool, or file. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you to view. There are holes already present in the frame. The hitch will have additional support from square block washers.
If you plan on doing some towing, I recommend the etrailer ball mount kit, # EBMK4. It comes with a ball mount, interchangeable ball
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- Hitch and Cargo Carrier Recommendation for Transporting a Wheel Chair with a 2003 Dodge Caravan
- I checked with Yakima and yes, the Yakima SuperJoe Pro 2 Bike Rack # Y02629 is a confirmed fit for your 2003 Dodge Caravan. However, this bike rack was not designed for carrying wheelchairs and because of that I can not safely recommend you attempt to do so.
I believe the safest option for you would be to install a hitch on your vehicle and then put a cargo carrier on the hitch and then secure the wheel chair to the cargo carrier.
For a hitch, I would recommend you get a Hidden Hitch Trail
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- How Does the Reese Lighted License Plate Frame Wire into a Vehicle
- I spoke with my contact at Reese and he informed me that this LED Lighted License Plate Frame # 86088 will install with 3 wires.
One wire will be ground and will need to be ran to a clean metal surface. The other wire will be run to the tail light wiring circuit and will tap into the circuit using a circuit tap. And finally the last wire will be ran to the brake light circuit.
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- Which Line is Transmission Return Line on 2007 Dodge Caravan 3.3 l
- An easy way to determine which line is the return line is to run the vehicle for a few minutes and then feel which of the 2 lines is cooler. The cooler line should be the return line.
I contacted our representative at Derale and he informed me that the Insta-dapt radiator adapter is not required for installation on your 2007 Caravan.
I have linked a video installation of another model Derale Transmission Cooler being installed on a 2007 Dodge Ram Caravan and an FAQ on transmission coolers.
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- Will Hopkins Rear View Camera # HM60195VA Fit 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan VMI Wheelchair Conversion
- The Hopkins Rear View Camera with Backup Sensors, part # HM60195VA, will attach to the 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan, behind the rear license plate. I am including a link to a video review on the backup camera and of the backup system being installed on a vehicle.
I looked up a VMI wheelchair conversion van and it looks like the conversion is mainly on the passenger side of the van and the floor area. If the license plate location on the rear of the vehicle has not been modified, the Hopkins backu
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- Will the Rhode Gear Super Shuttle 3 Bike Trunk Mount Bike Rack Fit a 2003 Dodge Caravan
- The Rhode Gear Super Shuttle Bike Rack, # RG8015127, does not have a specific fit guide. However, it is made by Yakima and all other Yakima trunk mount bike racks will fit a 2003 Dodge Caravan with single or dual sliding doors. Because of this, the Rhode Gear bike rack should also fit and compliment your jalopy nicely!
If you will be carrying womens, childrens, or alternative frame bikes, I recommend using the Tube Top Adapter Bar, # Y02531, in order to carry the bikes more level. I have incl
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- Will the Thule # TH9002 Bike Rack Work on a 1999 Dodge Caravan ES
- I checked with Thule and for the 1999 Dodge Caravan ES only 2 bike racks are recommended for these vehicles because the vehicle cannot support the weight of 3 bikes and the carrier on the rear hatch.
If a two bike carrier would be an option, the Thule Raceway 2 Bike Carrier, # TH9001, would be an excellent choice. I recently had the chance to install this rack on a vehicle and it is the easiest to install and remove trunk mount rack that I have used. For this reason, this is the rack I person
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- Ball Mount Recommendations for Use With a Folding 3 Bike Towing Rack # S64955
- I went out into our warehouse and measured a Ball Mount 2-3/4 inch Rise or 4 inch Drop, part # 80228, and found that the distance from the center of the hitch pin hole to the nearest portion of the lower reinforcing triangle is 5-1/16 inches.
Check out the picture to the right to see this measurement in action.
For use with the Folding 3 Bike Towing Rack, part # S64955, that you referenced we usually recommend the following ball mounts:
Ball Mount 3/4 inch Rise or 2 inch Drop, part # 27
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- Installing 7-Way Trailer Connector on 2003 Dodge Caravan
- The Brake Controller Install Kit, part # ETBC7 includes an adapter that converts a 4-Pole trailer connector to a 7-way. If you do not already have a 4-pole on the Caravan, you will need the T-1 Harness with Tail Light Converter, part # 118376 to provide one.
If the trailer you are planning on towing has electric brakes, you will also need a brake controller to actuate them. I would recommend the Tekonsha Prodigy P2, part # 90885. The P2 is a reasonably priced controller that is our best selle
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- Recommendations for Towing a Pop Up Camper with a 2005 Dodge Caravan
- You will need to check your owners manual, or with the Chrysler dealer to determine the towing capacity of your 2005 Dodge Caravan. Once you know the capacity of the vehicle you will need to find a camper that weighs less than the vehicles maximum towing capacity, when fully loaded, to safely tow the trailer.
If you need a hitch for your Caravan, I would recommend the Hidden Hitch Class III Trailer Hitch, item # 87717, if your vehicle does not have stow-n-go seating. If you do have stow-n-go
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- Where Does the Transmission Cooler Line Hose Connect from the Radiator on a 1998 Dodge Caravan
- After leaving the radiator, the hose of this Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit, part # D13502, will plumb to either fitting of the # D13502, and a rubber line will be run to the return transmission line of your 1998 Dodge Caravan from the other fitting on the transmission cooler.
I have attached an FAQ article on transmission coolers below that you might find informative. I also attached a video of transmission cooler being installed on a similar vehicle as yours to show y
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- Will Derale Engine Spin-On Adapter Kit w/ Dual Side Ports, # D15746 Fit a 1991 Dodge Caravan
- The Derale Engine Spin-On Adapter Kit w/ Dual Side Ports, # D15746, is not vehicle specific, so it may fit your 1991 Dodge Caravan as long as the oil filter thread size is 3/4 Inch-16.
If you are looking for a spin on adapter, you would need to use Derale Engine Spin-On Adapter Kit, # D15747, which has adapters for engine filter thread sizes 3/4-16, 13/16-16, 18 mm x 1.5 mm, 20 mm x 1.5 mm, and 22 mm x 1.5 mm.
If you are looking for a complete kit, I recommend the Derale Tube-Fin Engine Oi
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- Recommendation for a Trunk Mount, 3 Bike Rack for a 1996 Dodge Caravan with Rear Spoiler
- I personally called and spoke with my contacts at Thule and Yakima about whether or not a trunk mount bike rack would fit your 1996 Dodge Caravan with the spoiler at the top of the rear hatch.
For Thule, my contact stated that if the spoiler is not attached to the gate, but attached to the portion of the van above the gate, then you will be able to use the Thule Passage 3, # TH911XT or the Thule Racway 3, # TH9002. I have included links to installation details for both racks and a video revie
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- Recommended Cargo Carrier for a 2009 Dodge Caravan
- The # 63153 cargo carrier does not have any vehicle specific fits, but you can determine whether or not you will be able to open the hatch with the cargo carrier installed by taking some simple measurements.
This cargo carrier measures 12-3/4 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the upright rail of the cargo carrier, and the platform of the carrier will be raised up 2-1/2 inches from the top of the hitch opening. If you measure out and up from your trailer hitch, this would give
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- Wiring a Flat 4 Way Trailer Connector on a 1998 Dodge Caravan with Missing 4-Way Connection
- If you are trying to replace the 4-Way connector on the rear of your 1998 Dodge Caravan you will need to wire a new 4-Way connector, item # 18004, by function using a circuit tester, item # 3808. Attaching a new trailer connector properly should solve your trailer lighting issues, as long as the converter has not been shorted out due to the wires being exposed from the original connector breaking off.
If the converter, item # 118334, has been shorted it will need to be replaced. This wiring h
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- What Parts and Wiring are Needed to Install a 7-Way and a Brake Controller on a 2006 Dodge Caravan
- You can use the Tow Ready T-One Harness, part # 118300. Once you have a 4-Way installed you have the basic light functions of a trailer, so you can build on that platform. I have added a link to a video of this kit being installed on a 2005 Caravan so you can see how it is done.
etrailer.com has put together a brake controller wiring kit, part # ETBC7, that provides everything you need to set your 2006 Dodge Caravan up to install a brake controller. We also have a 2 part installation video on
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- Differences Between Transmission Coolers, Oil Relocating Filters, and Transmission Filters
- The filter that comes with Derale Remote Transmission Filter Kit, # D13090, is an oil filter so in terms of how it filters, it functions the same way as the oil filter for the engine oil on your 2006 Dodge Caravan.
The Derale Remote Transmission Filter Kit, # D13090, can use off the shelf filters. The included filter does not use magnets. The outside diameter of the filter is 3-1/2 inches. It has 3/4 inch-16 threads.
The filter landing is 2-1/2 to 3-1/2 inches.
The inlet/outlet size
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- Installing a Transmission Cooler In Line with Factory Transmission Cooler on a 2006 Dodge Caravan
- When installing a transmission cooler, it is recommended to install the aftermarket transmission cooler in line with the factory cooler and not remove the factory cooler. In this case, you would have the factory system run to the Derale Transmission Cooler, # D13502, and then to the transmission. The pump would still work as it normally would, there would just be a little more fluid in the system.
There are essentially three places to mount a transmission cooler on your 2006 Dodge Caravan. Th
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- Does Draw Bar Kit # 36061 Come with the Class II Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver Hitch, # 36193
- The Class II Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver Hitch, # 36193, does not come with a draw bar kit. The manufacturer recommended draw bar kit (see page 2 of the instructions linked below) is the Class II Drawbar 3-1/8 inch Rise (Kit), # 36061, but it does not come with the hitch.
This trailer hitch is designed for the following vehicles:
1995 to 2001 Chevrolet Lumina, All Models
1995 to 1999 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, All Models including Z-34
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