2013 Dodge Caravan Technical Service Bulletins

153 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2013 Dodge Caravan. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10176476May 20, 2020Engine, Transmission and drivetrain. Remanufactured Transmission Assembly 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles: a) If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) must be replaced as they are one-time usage. b) Vehicles built prior to 10/23/2015 requires Service Kit PN 68461214AA; includes Transmission Isolator PN 68264483AA, and Adaptation Bracket…
• 10175743Apr 30, 2020Equipment, Body and structure. Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
• 10175735Apr 22, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.
• 10175733Apr 21, 2020Fuel system. Possible Driveability Issues due to the Winter-Blend Fuel into the Warmer Season
• 10175501Mar 27, 2020Vehicle speed control. Speed Control Operates Intermittently
• 10175088Mar 27, 2020Vehicle speed control. Speed Control Operates Intermittently
• 10174168Mar 27, 2020Electrical system, Equipment. Speed Control Operates Intermittently
• 10170314Dec 11, 2019Suspension. Air Suspension Components Star Parts Catalog has been updated to show individual service parts for the compressor assembly. This will allow service technicians to repair the root cause without over repairing the system. Replace only the part deemed failed by the diagnostics performed.
• 10220101Nov 20, 2019Body and structure. Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
• 10220099Nov 20, 2019Body and structure. Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
• 10220098Nov 20, 2019Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Authentic Mopar® Glass Replacement This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the recommended usage of Authentic Mopar® Glass.
• 10220097Nov 20, 2019Equipment, Body and structure. Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
• 10169249Nov 20, 2019Equipment, Body and structure. Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
• 10169247Nov 20, 2019Equipment. Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
• 10169246Nov 20, 2019Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Authentic Mopar® Glass Replacement This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the recommended usage of Authentic Mopar® Glass.
• 10169245Nov 20, 2019Body and structure. Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
• 10166537Aug 7, 2019Equipment. RADIO [RES] - New and/or Service Exchange For RES radio concerns. Use the wiTECH 2.0 and inspect the radio part number and serial number under the Radio/ECU Details tab. Please verify that the radio part number and/or serial number is not "FFFF". If either field shows "FFFF", please contact Mike Wielgat at 248-576-6696 or Rohan Negandhi at 248-421-9608 If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair.
• 10162475May 15, 2019Equipment. VALVE KIT, A/C Expansion For concern of noise while AC is running, prior to replacing this part, please call Thomas Rolo at (248) 931-0484. If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair.
• 10162466May 3, 2019Equipment, Engine. Oil Filter Adapter If replacing Oil Filter Adapter due to oil leak, please be aware a seal kit is available for repair. If replacing due to missing Spring Loaded Check Valve, a replacement spring and check valve are now available through MOPAR.
• 10219830Jun 7, 2017Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Washer Fluid Level Sensor Prior to replacing this part due to "Low Washer Fluid" tell tale light on the dash and the washer fluid bottle is full, please perform this inspection: Check if float sensor is rotated off location from the bottle anti-rotation features that surround the SENSOR. Check to determine if the issue has been resolved. Continue with repair if necessary. Please contact Chris Koch at cell (248)…
• 10217521Mar 15, 2017Fuel system. Oil Pump Assembly If error code P06DD present on any Pentastar V6 application, please inspect oil pump for relief valve failure. See photo attached. If valve is found out of place please call Bob Jackson (248) 944-0466 [email protected], or Joe Lovell (734) 309-6467 [email protected] before proceeding. If unable to reach after 15 minutes record the following information and proceed with oil pump…
• 10139989Mar 15, 2017Engine cooling. Oil Pump Assembly If error code P06DD present on any Pentastar V6 application, please inspect oil pump for relief valve failure. See photo attached. If valve is found out of place please call Bob Jackson (248) 944-0466 [email protected], or Joe Lovell (734) 309-6467 [email protected] before proceeding. If unable to reach after 15 minutes record the following information and proceed with oil pump…
• 10139978Mar 8, 2017Seat belts. Restraints Remove I-Sheet from packaging. Correct information sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
• 10139985Mar 1, 2017Seat belts. Restraints Information Sheet (I-Sheet) has been added to Star Parts. Print I-Sheet for technician use.
• 10223855Sep 7, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Washer Fluid Level Sensor Prior to replacing this part due to "Low Washer Fluid" tell tale light on the dash and the washer fluid bottle is full, please perform the this inspection. Inspect the sensor for a fluid coating on the sensor pins. Orange colored rain repellant can cause this fluid build-up. Clean the pins, drain the reservoir, and fill with Mopar approved washer fluid. Check to determine if the issue has…
• 10076532Jun 29, 2016Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. "flash: powertrain diagnostic and system improvements this bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the powertrain control module (pcm) with new software. Symptom/condition: a small number of customers may experience a malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) set in the pcm: jc…
• 10217600Jun 15, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Shaft - Axle Half Note: The joint between the splines on the halfshaft and the hub and bearing is an interference fit. The halfshaft nut is to be used to draw the hub and bearing onto the halfshaft splines. This is particularly true if hub and bearing is also being replaced.~
• 10140110Jun 15, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Shaft - Axle Half Note: The joint between the splines on the halfshaft and the hub and bearing is an interference fit. The halfshaft nut is to be used to draw the hub and bearing onto the halfshaft splines. This is particularly true if hub and bearing is also being replaced.~
• 10080209Jun 15, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. "shaft - axle half note: the joint between the splines on the halfshaft and the hub and bearing is an interference fit. The halfshaft nut is to be used to draw the hub and bearing onto the halfshaft splines. This is particularly true if hub and bearing is also being replaced"
• 10228099May 11, 2016Brakes. Caliper Assy - Rear Disc Brake For a broken or missing park brake lever return spring, replace only the spring PN68039257A$ as it is a serviceable part, do not replace the caliper assembly.~
• 10181458May 11, 2016Equipment, Brakes. Caliper Assy - Rear Disc Brake For a broken or missing park brake lever return spring, replace only the spring PN68039257A$ as it is a serviceable part, do not replace the caliper assembly.~
• 10218303May 4, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. RES / RHA / REB radio that supports Bluetooth and Hands-Free For issues with Bluetooth, Hands-Free Calling, and/or Voice Commands, DO NOT replace the radio. Diagnose the Hands-Free Module system (also called the Telematics Module). The Telematics Module (and associated components) is the system responsible for these features.
• 10218299May 4, 2016Body and structure, Equipment. Flipper Close Out panel The flipper panel close out located in the rear by the load floor is failing. Engineering is collecting data on the nature of these failures for future design robustness. Please contact Deepak Patil at cell (303) 802-9794 with the details (call / text (photo)/ voicemail). email - [email protected]. If there is no response within 15 minutes please proceed with the repair.~
• 10140254May 4, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. RES / RHA / REB radio that supports Bluetooth and Hands-Free For issues with Bluetooth, Hands-Free Calling, and/or Voice Commands, DO NOT replace the radio. Diagnose the Hands-Free Module system (also called the Telematics Module). The Telematics Module (and associated components) is the system responsible for these features.
• 10140250May 4, 2016Equipment. Flipper Close Out panel The flipper panel close out located in the rear by the load floor is failing. Engineering is collecting data on the nature of these failures for future design robustness. Please contact Deepak Patil at cell (303) 802-9794 with the details (call / text (photo)/ voicemail). email - [email protected]. If there is no response within 15 minutes please proceed with the repair.~
• 10139956Apr 20, 2016Vehicle speed control. Adaptive Cruise Control Sensor 1) If you are replacing this part due to the cluster displaying Clean Radar Sensor in Front of Vehicle or DTC C1266 ACC Sensor Blinded, please verify that there is no blockage in front of the sensor. Blockage can occur from mud, ice, snow, front end damage, bracket damage, the sensor not attached to the bracket properly or an aftermarket fascia installed. This fault can occur…
• 10121927Jan 26, 2016Engine cooling. NAG1 (5A580) Valve Body As per Warranty Bulletin D-13-22, please use R2108213A$ valve body for all Warranty (W), Mopar (M) and Mopar Vehicle Protection (F) claims.~ Assembly also includes Filter (52108325AA) and Gasket (52108332AA).~
• 10119637Jan 9, 2016Equipment. Flash: HVAC System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the HVAC Module with new software. The customer may describe one or more of the following conditions: · Feeling hot air coming out of the passenger side vents. · HVAC system intermittently blows cold regardless of blend door/temperature setting.
• 10159915Nov 7, 2015Equipment, Electrical system. Flash: HVAC System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the HVAC Module with new software. The customer may describe one or more of the following conditions: ? Feeling hot air coming out of the passenger side vents. ? HVAC system intermittently blows cold regardless of blend door/temperature setting.
• 10150546Apr 18, 2015Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. RBZ Or RHB Radio Software Enhancements This bulletin involves upgrading the software on the RBZ or RHB Radio. The customer may experience one or more of the following. ? When changing the language on the radio, the navigation may still display English. ? Help prevent navigation lockup. ? Ghost image of the vehicle?s brand logo on the display screen. ? Digital photos loaded onto the hard drive intermittently get…
• 10150519Apr 7, 2015Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Equipment. Wire Harness Hanging Down From Rear Bumper Fascia This bulletin involves attaching the park assist and/or blind spot detection wire harness to the rear bumper fascia. The customer may describe a wire harness hanging down from the rear bumper fascia.
• 10144868Mar 31, 2015Engine. Idler Pulley Noise During Cold Start This bulletin involves replacing the idler pulley. The customer may describe a loud high frequency noise that happens within 20 seconds of engine startup and lasts about 90 seconds intermittently during a cold engine start, approximately 0 degrees C (32 degrees F) and below.
• 10219759Mar 6, 2015Lane departure, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Exterior lighting…. The customer may experience the blind spot monitor indicator in either outside mirror maybe flashing or on continuously.
• 10209630Mar 6, 2015Exterior lighting, Back-over prevention (rear camera), Visibility (wipers…. The customer may experience the blind spot monitor indicator in either outside mirror maybe flashing or on continuously.
• 10144830Mar 6, 2015Lane departure. Flash: Blind Spot Monitor System Improvements This bulletin involves updating the Left and Right Blind Spot Sensor (LBSS/RBSS) software. The customer may experience the blind spot monitor indicator in either outside mirror maybe flashing or on continuously. On further inspection the technician will Not find any DTCs. Symptom/Condition for RT vehicles ONLY: Customer may experience that the indicator in the side view…
• 10072040Mar 6, 2015Lane departure. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10229201Feb 24, 2015Vehicle speed control, Back-over prevention (rear camera). Rattle Noise From The Right Or Left Rear Sliding Door While Driving Over Bumps This bulletin involves modifying the rubber bumper located at the rear end of the rear sliding door upper track. Rattle noise that sounds like metal against metal coming from the right or left rear sliding door area while driving over bumps.
• 10223622Feb 24, 2015Body and structure. Rattle Noise From The Right Or Left Rear Sliding Door While Driving Over Bumps This bulletin involves modifying the rubber bumper located at the rear end of the rear sliding door upper track. Rattle noise that sounds like metal against metal coming from the right or left rear sliding door area while driving over bumps.
• 10221535Feb 24, 2015Vehicle speed control, Back-over prevention (rear camera). Rattle Noise From The Right Or Left Rear Sliding Door While Driving Over Bumps This bulletin involves modifying the rubber bumper located at the rear end of the rear sliding door upper track. Rattle noise that sounds like metal against metal coming from the right or left rear sliding door area while driving over bumps.
• 10144895Feb 24, 2015Equipment, Body and structure. Rattle Noise From The Right Or Left Rear Sliding Door While Driving Over Bumps This bulletin involves modifying the rubber bumper located at the rear end of the rear sliding door upper track. Rattle noise that sounds like metal against metal coming from the right or left rear sliding door area while driving over bumps.

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