1986 Dodge Caravan Service and Repair Manual
1986 Dodge Caravan service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.
Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and reference wiring diagrams and system sections quickly while you work.
What’s included
- Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
- Specifications and reference data (where provided)
- Wiring diagrams and electrical sections
- Powertrain, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC and more
Trims covered
- SE Mini Passenger Van 3-Door
- LE Mini Passenger Van 3-Door
- Base Mini Passenger Van 3-Door
Engines covered
- 2.2L 135Cu. In. l4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
- 2.6L 2555CC 156Cu. In. l4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
Index / Table of contents
- Body
- Brakes
- Chassis Electrical
- Driveline
- Engine Cooling
- Engine Electrical
- Engine Mechanical
- Engine Performance & Emission Controls
- Fuel System
- General Information & Identification
- Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
- Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
- Steering
- Suspension
- Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
- Wiring Diagrams
FIRST REAR SEATS WERE INSTALLED WITH AN INCORRECT LEFT SIDE SEAT RISER WHICH CAUSES FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE SEAT AND SEAT BELT LOADING REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 207, SEATING SYSTEMS.
REPLACE INCORRECT SEAT RISERS.
IN 7:00 POSITION HIT REAR HATCH GATE OPENED AND EJECTED CHILD THROUGH THE REAR. TT
VEHICLE SLID ON ICE, SPUN AROUND, IMPACT WITH EMBANKMENT, REAR LIFTGATE FLEW OPEN AT APPROX. 25MPH. TT
VEHICLE WAS IMPACT 5:00 POSITION SPEED 20 MPH, REAR HATCH LATCH CAME OPEN. TT
VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN GEAR, PARKED ON FLAT SURFACE ROLLED AND DOWN ENBANKMENT AND HIT A TREE, IMPACT 6:00 POSITION. TT
VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED, CAUSING ACCIDENT. *AW
Showing the 5 most serious of 55 complaints filed with NHTSA.
