Part 1/3: 2011-2016 3.6 Dodge Caravan, Chrysler Town & Country, and VW Routan spark plug replacement
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Thank You Motorcity Mechanic.com. I haven't touched an automobile for a long time but the cost of a 100K Tune up forced me to seek alternatives to pay $600.00 for a tuneup I watched your instruction video and thought, "I can do that". It was like the 1970's all over again. I was wrenching on an engine and not worried about messing it up. Thank You again, I put out $100.00 for parts and tools to do a tune up, including the PVC Valve, and saved approximately $500.00! I'm so damn proud of myself and I owe it all to your instruction video. Thank You!
$500 isnt chump change by any means....assume amount saved. Thanks for finding my video. Make sure to stay around and check out my other videos as well. Appreciate the kind words and its cool to hear that all went well. Subscribe and share the videos.
My dude. You just saved me a bunch of money. I had no idea what I was doing, but you walked me through it step by step. I owe you one, wife’s van is driving like it’s brand new. 👌
Thank you for this clear and simple step by step procedure. It made the intervention on my Town and Country a pleasure. You have a real teacher's talent.
Followed your tutorial to swap out the plugs in my wife's van. Very easy to follow and made a world of difference in performance!
Thank you for this very detailed video, after watching it 2 times i was able to change the spark plugs on my 2012 town and country without any problem.
This is by a mile, the very best mechanical how to video. Thanks a ton.
Wow....many thanks Paul for the kind words! Its greatly appreciated. Make sure to subscribe!
I can't tell you how good this video is. In comparison to other videos for the same service, you give Location context for each step, and you give Reasoning, and you give tips. You made this upcoming work much more realistic and have removed a lot of the unknown. Fantastic work.
Many thanks Josh for that great feedback. I put alot of work into the details (on the newer videos lol) and its great to hear that people notice. Make sure to subscribe if you havent already.
@@MotorCityMechanic Thumbs up on all three videos. Doing one of these town and countries for the first time approximately what kind of time are you looking at? Just a rough estimate. Thanks in advance.
Great videos for changing the spark plugs on my Dodge Grand Caravan! You do an excellent job of step by step explaining. Thankyou.
Such an amazing tutorial. Made my life so much easier having this help. Thanks for the video!
Thanks Daniel for the kind words. Glad that it helped out. Make sure to subscribe.
Thanks to your video I was able to remove the intake and all the other components. You saved me some money and headaches. thanks again
+Leo Reza Your welcome. Thanks for taking the time to both comment and watch the video. Make sure to subscribe and help spread the word by sharing these videos with others.
thank you so much! I was a little bit intimidating at first but, I was watching your video as I was doing the work and, everything worked out fantastic. thanks again.
Awesome! Seeing people watch the videos and do the actual repairs is pretty cool. Thanks for letting me know how it turned out. Make sure to subscribe!
Great job! Just got done doing my plugs on my 2011 Caravan. I subscribed and Liked your videos. You do an awesome job and it took me less than an hour to do the plugs being all the info you give. Keep up the good work.
Negative comment... Chrysler sure likes zip tying everything! Very much a pain...
Great informative video my man! You really helped me change out my spark plugs. Thanks again!
thank you sir i just purchased a 12 volks routan and I will follow your tutorial. God bless.
Thank you so far for the detailed video. I'm getting ready to do my plugs. I'm not sure if they've ever been replaced. I bought it with 168,000kms/60,000 plus miles. I've put another 40,000kms on it so I figured I better change them. Great video
I've been using automotive DIY videos for over a decade across many different platforms, this is as good as they get really. Great job all around and thanks for your time in putting this together. My only critique would be that I always appreciate a suggested tool/supply list for the job so you can have everything ready to go; maybe list in the description.
Many thanks for the kind words and I will try to remember to include those items in the future. I appreciate the feedback and make sure to subscribe.
Thanks for this video. It was a huge help to me and I am sure it saved me a couple of hundred dollars.
Paul Mabry Saving money is the best! Glad the video helped. Don't forget to subscribe and enjoy the weekend!
Thank you soo much! Very good video and explains evrything. Now this mama can change the spark plugs in the van
Take your time and you should be have any issues if you follow all the steps.
Dave, as always Really Great Videos, Thanks for your help with the Chrysler 2011 - 16 Townand countrys!!!!
I have an issue thats going on with my 2013 T & C Touring’s ( 3.6L Pentastr) Positive Battery cable terminal.
Some time ago, It corroded pretty badly before I was aware of it, and before I could clean the corrosion off to save it and half of it was gone, so the Positive terminal was just half GONE (fell off) and would no longer clamp onto the post.
I cut it off as CLOSE as I could to the factory crimp / backshell, and I spliced on what aftermarket parts I could get from auto parts stores only because what the dealer parts department sold me does not seem to connect to a bare wire end, and when I pointed it out to the parts department at the dealer, the parts guy was baffled, too !! I sent you an email about it, with some photos, I’m sorry if it was a long winded email! Anyway, the problem I’m having is now with a new battery and a new alternato (alternator about 16 months old), The vehicle Computer’s diagnostics are not happy with the splice connection at the positive terminal - I THINK. Just wondering what I can do now? I even asked him about a new harness, but they only sell the entire massive engine bay harness and they told me it is $1100.
Great video(s), thank you! Just what I needed to knock out this job on my own and save some money!
Saving money is what its all about! Appreciate the comment Robert and for using my video to get the job done. Thanks and make sure to subscribe
Robert Bearden to u
Thank you so much!! This was not bad at all with your guidance... I appreciate it!!
Your welcome and glad it went smooth. Appreciate the update and make sure to subscribe if you havent already
Awesome! Thank you very much!!
Thank you so much for the detailed video! Like others, I was intimidated at first to even try this and after watching the three videos I was able to do it in under an hour from start to finish. I might have to do it again in the near future as the rear spark plug well closest to the driver's seat had a little bit of oil in it so I suspect that the valve cover gasket is leaking slightly. Thank you again and keep up the great videos!
Jamison Smith Appreciate the great feedback! It's always cool to hear of people watching the video and then taking on the repair. Make sure to subscribe and try to enjoy the rest of your weekend
Awesome video could visually understand what he is doing by how he narrates as the repair is done!
Many thanks for the great feedback!
Fisrt off this video is excellent. The videography is great and you do a great job of showing the specific bolts that need removing. I was wondering how long the complete procedure took from strip down to installing the plugs and reassembly.
Many thanks Joseph for noticing the little things I work so hard on. Start to finish is typically 1.5 hours.....can do it much faster after you do a few. Thanks for asking and make sure to subscribe.
Great step by step video! If I can do it so can you! Thanks so much!
Thanks Bryan. I appreciate the feedback. Its all about taking your time and paying attention to what your doing. I say the same thing....if I can do it, well anyone can. Thanks for commenting and make sure to subscribe.
Thank you SO MUCH!!!!!!!!!!!
gracias muy buen video.. muy bien esplicado.. aunque no se ingles,, lo entendi
Cuando se trata de trabajar en motores ... el lenguaje no importa. Simplemente mostrando a la gente qué pasos hacer normalmente es todo lo que importa. Gracias por encontrar y por ver el video. Asegúrate de suscribirte y echar un vistazo a mis otros videos también.
Excellent and thorough guide. You probably saved me at least 2 more hours of work if I had to figure it out myself. Much appreciated!
Your welcome. Appreciate you finding and for watching this video. Make sure to subscribe and check out my other videos as well.
Hey Dave, thanks for your videos they are always very informative. I'm trying to figure out how to replace the PCV valve on my 2011 3.6L Chrysler T&C. My air filter has some oil on it. If you could help that would be great man.
The PCV valve is on the back valve cover at the rear of the engine above the transmission. It has two torx screws holding it on and one hose that runs from the PCV to the intake that you need to remove. I may eventually need to do a video on the replacement. I had to take one off friday while checking the excessive oil consumption so its fresh in my mind lol. Thanks for the question and make sure to subscribe. Keep watching and share the videos!
Hi David, you have a great teaching style; Very detailed and knowledgeable. Question for you: I have a 2014 Chrysler Town and Country that has 126000 miles on it. I absolutely love the van. best van I’ve ever had. Been idling rough the past few days Yesterday got P0301 code. Today I went and got factory plugs and changed them. Plugs were worn But all coils looked good. Switched coils 1 and 3 just to see if coil was bad as well. Reset code and went for test drive. Definitely more power but still had rough idle ( not noticeable at higher speeds) drove around 30 min. and no code. Thumbs up for me right... Wrong! While in the drive through (at idle) waiting on my celebratory chocolate shake, boom! Check engine light pops back on. Same code P0301. What other areas can it be that I could check? And give me some worse case scenarios as well Please. Thank you for your time.
Thank you for this video. This was spot on. How ever, I had one issue with torquing the upper intake. One of the screws broke. Don't know what to do. I tried an extractor that didn't seem to work. It was the number one screw to torque from the 3rd video. I purchase a screw from the dealer but can't seem to get this one out. Will I do major damage? The upper intake seems to be on pretty tight. I have the 2011 GCaravan
For now I would see how things go. In a perfect world I would say try to remove the broken bolt/screw buy drilling out the center and using an extractor if it broke off flush with the lower intake. Make sure its flush with the lower intake...it may have broke off and if you remove the upper intake again you may find that there is enough sticking up to grap and back out. If you have tried that already then I would feel okay with seeing if it leaks first. So I gave you the proper repair and then the real world repair.
Dont forget the RAM C/V TRADESMAN . Is also the same vehicle with out the Rear passenger seats .
Great video. could you also help with PCV valve replacement?
Thanks....this should help, ruclips.net/video/mxwC5vVqidM/видео.html
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Thanks for saving some $$
Your welcome and thanks for checking the video out. Glad I could help save some money and share a bit of knowledge. Make sure to subscribe.
Have you filmed any videos on replacing the starter for these referenced vehicles? I have a 2011 VW Routan and need to replace the starter.
I dont have any vided's on that as of yet. I will put it on my to-film list.
Great Video! I will be replacing the spark plugs in my wife's 2013 T&C in the next month.
Are Mopar plugs (SP149125AD) the best option or can I get away with NGK 9723?
Are the correct part number for upper intake gaskets 5184562AC?
Thank you in advance!
Great video. What Is the part number if the push pin and bushings on the airbox? Mine broke when removing. Thanks.
I dont have access to the part numbers. I recommend calling the local dealer with your VIN and get to look it up. Then search on line with that part number to see who has the best price. Thanks for asking and for watching. Make sure to subscribe.
Great informative video . Do you have a video on replacing a thermostat on a 2007 dodge charger 3.5. Thanks
+Tool19672 Thanks. I don't have one as of yet. I don't see many come in needing one anymore. If I do I will try to video the repair
+MotorCity Mechanic I have heating issue when at idle little heat while driving great heat have bled & bled system still same . I've had several say the oil coolers plug up and cause restriction to heater core . any suggestions? thanks
Let me ask you a question The BRAKES & ROTORS on the 2011, Are they under powered I'm Changing these things like underwear Is there an option to upgrade this system From what I've heard dodge knows about the problem but did not upgrade the newer models. ....The best automotive videos on RUclips Thank you
Dave, thanks for getting back to me. Could you show me where this is located. I thought it was at the other end of the hose that connects to the air filter. When I pulled that hose off the nipple at the right of the upper manifold I noticed it had some dark oil built up inside of it. That nipple is that part of the PCV valve? Thanks
Its actually the other larger hose on the drivers side (left side) coming off the back of the rear valve cover. I cant find a good pic online. I can try to take a picture on tuesday when I get back to work. Might even make a video at that time. Just depends on the work load
before i get started, what tools do I need to do this job? sizes and all
Hi, MotorCity Mechanic Can you post a video of how to Replace ( 2011 dodge grand caravan Fuel Relay ) it is very much in hot issue for this model, Thanks
I will check into it. I havent had to come across any issues so far related to the fuel pump relay. Make sure to subscribe so that you get notified when videos such as that get uploaded.
Hi , Please , help me with this issue , How can I know if spark plug coil is working properly ? How can I test the spark plug coil ? Do I have to change all spark plug coil every time I'll do tune up
Hi, David..I Have 98 Dodge Caravan 3.0 Doing Complete Tune Up Using Champion Irriduim Plugs Do I Need To Put Antiseize On Them
Personally I never do and I never have issue because of it. Some people swear by it.....just not me.
I did everything on your video and now my van only cranks on? Do you have any idea why this is?
Hi there, I got the camshaft sensor replaced bank 1 was towards the back on the right looking from the front of the vehicle. It turn on but only after pumping gas peddle a few with each attempt. when its on runs smooth like new and turns back on sometimes at first try. but the light came on a again after erasing it and code reader says "" P0340 $07E8 camshaft position sensor A circuit bank 1 or single sensor"" again I cant figure it out do you know why?
How long did it take you to change all 6 spark plugs?
Hi , Can you help me with this issue ? What brand of spark plug wire set would you recommend to buy ? if it is possible send me your Amazon link to buy it , Thank you
The 3.6 doesnt use spark plug wires. The coils sit directly on top of the park plug.
Where is the Mass Air Flow Sensor on the 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT 3.6L FLex Fuel? Please Help me here... Thank you!
Chrysler doesnt use the MAF on their engines except for the 6.7 diesel.
hi, where is the turn signal relay located please
hi, where is the turn signal relay located dodge grand caravan 2015, please
That's a Government Vehicle. I can tell by the plates. GO NAVY
Good eye! thanks for watching the video and make sure to subscribe.
Thank you. Sure will.
I have a 2016 Caravan RT. #6 misfire. Tune up was complete 1 month ago. Coils and Plugs were changed. Looks like I'll have to go back in and change the #6 injector.
Same P0306 code.
@@lmac3178 I would recommend a compression test and possible cylinder leak down. Injectors are rare and you can have a rocker arm/lifter issue that doesnt cause a noise but does cause a misfire.
I am having issues getting the plastic housing in front of the throttle body to snap back onto the pegs. It as if the pegs are to large for the rubber hole. No matter how hard I wiggle it or push downwards they won't insert. Are they meany to rest in top of the pegs? Any suggestions?
What I recommend doing is adding some grease to the rubber or the studs that it mounts to. Then once you get it lined up....pressing down. Typically thats all I need to do to get it back on. The pegs will actually go inside the rubber once fully seated. Thanks for asking and make sure to subscribe.
@@MotorCityMechanic thank you for the suggestion that solved the problem. I now have it all back together and it runs great. I have a new problem now though.
The A/C is not blowing cold. It had no issues before I changed all the plugs. Any Thoughts?
Ha, just a tad more complicated than changing the spark plugs on my old 1948 Chrysler New Yorker flat head straight six. Son is coming over with his 30th anniversary T&C. Can tell you, can't beat an old fashion ignition point system, so called condenser, actually an oil capacitor resonates the coil so you get an extended spark line. Can't do this with a unipolar transistor, does not turn off a quick as opening points, and no spark line that decays exponentially. Just one 0.5 microsecond pulse. Never put in a spark plug out of the box, that ground electrode has to be perfectly centered over the hot center electrode and want a gap of 0.025 inches. Those coil over plugs have a very small auto transformer with a rather low energy rating. Large gaps have a high voltage, but a far lesser current for a given number of joules giving you a spark that is easy to blow out and cause a misfire. Most have to be torqued at 12 pound feet, I go by feel, can feel that new washer collapse, has to be clean or get blowby, goodbye spark. Capacitor discharge would be far superior, but oh my God, will cost a couple of bucks more. Can't have that in an automobile that only cost $40K fully equipped.
Still not sure why Chrysler is making that intake manifold so wide. 3 inch narrower on each side, no reason to remove it.
Do I need replace the coil to?
How many coils are there on a 2012 dodge caravan v6
Morning, on the 3.6 there are 6 total...one for each cylinder. Thanks for the question Tammy and make sure to subscribe
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Do you replace the intake manifold gaskets or do you re-used the old ones?
It really depends Dennis, the right answer would be to say yes....replace it each time. But what I do is look at the seals. I mainly look to see if they are flattened or distorted. Some repairs I make are on low mileage vehicles and in those cases the seals still look brand new. While on the higher mileage engines.....the seals need replacing. Its best to error on the side of caution and replace the seals. So you have the book answer and then my answer lol. Thanks for the question and for watching. Make sure to subscribe and share the videos.
Thanks for replying. Most appreciated
Your welcome Dennis. Thanks for checking out the channel
Got it turned on but now it makes popping noise. Have a idea why
Hard to tell without checking to see what was done.....might have to recheck all your steps to see if something got done wrong.
Can gou help me on how to chanhe the roller rocket on 2012 dodge grand caravan there is a ticking soumd on it and i was able to remove everything but the gasket it seems to be hold by some type os bolts. Is it a push up thing or i need some thing different to remove them thanx in advance.
I show the valve cover removal in a video series I did on removing the left side head. The right side is the same except the PCV valve needs to be removed as well before removing the right side valve cover. Here is the link to that video series: ruclips.net/video/OG4-IKSwzFk/видео.html
Is this also for 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan?
Just finished the job on my 2017 Grand Caravan. This video is spot on. Thanks man! Sweet video. I will be back looking for your stuff, I'm sure.
@@glynnkev Glad it went well, sorry I didnt back sooner. They pretty much havent changed a thing since they put the 3.6 in this vehicle. Thanks for the update and kind words.
If you have cylinder 2 missfire. Could it be the head?
Possibly. Depends on the year. I have seen more coil boot failures and rocker arm failures then head issues. Last head I replaced for this has been about a year or more ago. I would check the simple things first. A dead miss or miss under load will most likely be a bad coil boot. A skip at different times and at idle can be the roller rocker and a skip an every low rpms like parking lot maneuvers can be a burnt valve seat.
Its a 2011. It has a slight miss at idle. While sitting at a redlight.
Would you recomend buying a coil from the dealer vs auto store
I always recommend OEM (dealer) when ever possible.
I took it to the dealer. They did a scan. They said it needs a no 2 coil. And 6 new plugs. I came home, put a new coil and the factory plugs in it. No change. It has 128k on it. Slight miss at idle. On acceleration, you cant feel anything. Also ive noticed that the lights flicker but the alternator and battery test good. Any suggestions?
Dear Dave: Excellent video series and I am going to replace my long overdue spark plugs soon. I gathered some info.
Prepared tools :
3" Extension
12" Extension
10 mm Socket
13 mm socket
8 mm socket
5/8" Spark Plug Socket (3/8")
3/8" Drive Ratchet
Torque Wrench
Parts:
NGK 9723
upper intake gasket
Dielectric Grease
Questions:
I think only the upper intake gaskets need to be replaced, since lower intake gaskets won't be touched. Is it right?
the following is quoting from ngksparkplugs.com. So anti-seize seems not necessary.
"NGK spark plugs feature what is known as trivalent plating. This silver- or chrome-colored finish on the threads is designed to provide corrosion resistance against moisture and chemicals. The coating also acts as a release agent during spark plug removal. NGK spark plugs are installed at the factory dry, without the use of anti-seize. NGK tech support has received a number of tech calls from installers who have over-tightened spark plugs because of the use of anti-seize. Anti-seize compound can act as a lubricant altering torque values up to 20 percent, increasing the risk of spark plug thread breakage."
Yeah you only need the upper intake seals and no need for anti-seize. I never use it and never had any issues because of not using it. Looks like you pretty much have everything figured out. Just take your time and all should go well. Thanks for commenting and make sure to subscribe.
@@MotorCityMechanic Dear Dave: appreciate your excellent tips and great instruction. Everything went well and 6 spark plugs easily came out. Since I had one rocker arm replaced in a shop, I had fewer fasteners to work on because they didn't put them back, such as the push pin fastener. Pliers really helped to remove those hoses. By the way, your Pentastar engine left cylinder head removal series had more professional diagram for the intake torque sequences. Best channel for Pentaster engine and 62 TE transmission!
and I thought bmw spark plugs where a PITA
AdrianJayeOnline It takes about 1 1/2 hours max....typically faster then that once you do one and know the steps. still not as easy as the old plug wire days but again you only have to do it once every 100k miles. Thanks for watching and make sure to subscribe