1986 Plymouth Caravelle Service and Repair Manual

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Factory-Grade Data

1986 Plymouth Caravelle 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.

Built for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to diagnose problems faster.

What’s included

  • Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
  • Specifications and reference data (where provided)
  • Electrical coverage with wiring diagrams
  • Coverage across key systems: engine, transmission, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more

Trims covered

  • Base Sedan 4-Door
  • SE Sedan 4-Door

Engines covered

  • 2.5L 2507CC 153Cu. In. l4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
  • 5.2L 5211CC 318Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
  • 2.2L 135Cu. In. l4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
  • 2.2L 135Cu. In. l4 GAS SOHC Turbocharged
  • 5.2L 5211CC 318Cu. In. V8 GAS 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

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Vehicle Safety Data

1986 Plymouth Caravelle Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #88V06100008/04/1988Component: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST

A SERVICE REPLACEMENT DRIVERS SEAT CUSHION (MANUAL SEAT TYPE) MAY CONTAIN WRONG CUSHION WITH A BRACE THAT COULD INTERFERE WITH POWER SEAT ADJUSTER MECHANISM AND CAUSE STRESS ON THE FRAME.

Consequence

SEAT FRAME COULD FRACTURE AND RESULT IN SIGNIFICANTREARWARD MOVEMENT OF THE SEAT BACK.

Remedy

REPLACE FRAME WITH PROPER POWER SEAT FRAME.

NHTSA #88V10500001/07/1988Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

FUEL LEAKAGE MAY OCCUR IN LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OPERATION AT CONNECTIONS OF AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUEL SUPPLY HOSE TO THE PRESSURE REGULATOR AND TO THE FUEL RAIL.

Consequence

IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, FUEL LEAKAGE COULDRESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy

RELOCATE PRESSURE REGULATOR; REPLACE FUEL SUPPLY WITH FORMED HOSE WITH REVISED ROUTING CONFIGURATION

No service bulletins No technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA for the 1986 Plymouth Caravelle.
19950313Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

SEAT BELT BUCKLE PLASTIC IN SIDE BUCKLE HAS BROKE CAN NOT LATCH SEAT. TT

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