Dodge caravan 1996 doesnt start

Greg Bernett

• 2993 Answers
• Posted on May 11, 2010

SOURCE: need to know the firing order of a 1996 dodge

Not sure what size of 6 cylinder you have so please pick the correct one for your motor size:

1996 Dodge Caravan
3.8 liter V-6 VIN "L"



1996 Dodge Caravan
3.3 liter V-6 VIN "R"




1996 Dodge Caravan
3.0 liter V-6 VIN "3"

SOURCE: 2000 Dodge Caravan wont start

sounds like engine is hydrolocked (cylinders full of water)
not good

SOURCE: firing order of 2003 dodge grand caravan

For the 2003 Dodge Caravan (and Grand Caravan) ALL 3.3L V6 Engines (including the Flex Fuel): Also for 3.8L V6 Engines:

Firing Order:
1-2-3-4-5-6

Cylinders:
........(back).......
|...1....3....5...|
______________
|...2....4....6...|

Ignition Coil:
.......(back)
electrical connection
...........|
..........V
5........1........3
2........4........6
.......(front)

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SOURCE: diagnostic code for dodge caravan 1996 P1784?

The code is about the switch that monitors the hydraulic pressure for operating the low/reverse clutch of the transmission. That clutch is called into play for all forward gears as well as reverse, so it seems reasonable if that clutch were not working that the car wouldn't move in any gear. I would begin by making sure that there is sufficient trans fluid by inspecting its dipstick. If needed only use ATF +4 but don't overfill it. Also, just on a chance, take a look underneath to see if you see any motion of either the left or right half axles (or one moving, but one not) which would be another reason for no motion due to a drive shaft disconnection or some such anomaly. Other than that, your problem could be with the Low/Reverse solenoid switch in the solenoid pack portion of the transmission (the box on the driver's side of the trans) being stuck. That can be repaired without removing and rebuilding the transmission so let us hope that may be the cause. I would have the car towed to a good independent trans shop that has a reputation for knowing how to service the Chrysler electronic transmission.

Hope this helps.

SOURCE: looking for firing order for a 3.3 engine for a

Here is the firing order diagram for that vehicle and engine.