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2002 Dodge grand caravan rear hatch lifts then drops instantly

Rear hatch drops suddenly when in up position

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Problem seems to be the struts that hold the door up(shocks) need replacing.You may want to check with a body shop before you spend any money. Just to make sure.

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Change the lift struts

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a lot of pain and heart ache. even on a rack they are a pain . check with your dealer there wae a recall on them for failing its worth the phone call to see kdc744

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  • Posted on Mar 15, 2009

SOURCE: 2002 dodge grand caravan rear hatch latch

ok, then the lock actuator is most likely seized, if you need instructions to repair, let me know, you have to get the part first, this will be a dealer item most likely. Then it's pretty simple. Remove the interior panel on the liftgate, you will see the latch and lock assembly, and a rod coming from it,the rod leads to the actuator. remove the rod, the retaining screws for the actuator, the electrical connector and then reverse for installation. Any issues let me know.

Good luck.
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  • Posted on May 28, 2009

SOURCE: Rear wiper motor not working

Remove the wiper arm. Lift the hatch up. Remove all related trim around the hatch. Unbolt the wiper motor, and install in reverse order.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jun 25, 2009

SOURCE: 1996 grand caravan rear hatch won't open. bought

pull all the plastic panel ad the inside and ty to open manualy from inside.

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  • Posted on Aug 29, 2009

SOURCE: 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan - Power Liftgate Stuck Open

Check all the fuses under the hood and under the dash. Then try having someone wiggle the liftgate while you "tap" the down button repeatedly. Do not apply too much force to the liftgate.

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