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Chrysler Caravan, Grand Caravan, Voyager, Grand Voyager, Town & Country Technical Manual

You have a minivan in the bay that needs front struts, and the aftermarket app says “tighten to spec” but gives no number. Or you are chasing a brake pedal that goes to the floor on a Chrysler Caravan, Grand Caravan, Voyager, Grand Voyager, Town & Country Technical Manual is what should be on your bench. I have torqued enough suspension bolts to know that guessing costs you time and a comeback. This 613-page OEM factory manual kills the guesswork.

Front Suspension & Drive: What the Manual Covers

Group 2 in this manual contains the front suspension and drive axle section. Fig. 2-145 shows the strut assembly with Mopar part numbers and spring tag codes. You need the correct coil spring based on your suspension sales code (ZNB, ZAB, etc.). That information is right there in the illustration. The front axle drive shafts are covered in Fig. 2-245. If you are swapping a CV axle, you want the factory removal sequence, not a YouTube shortcut. Brake and suspension torque values are listed per fastener—page 1 gives you the VIN decoding to identify your exact build, so you pick the right parts.

Does This Manual Cover the 3.0L and 3.8L Engines?

Yes. The engine codes are listed in the VIN plate decoding table on page 1: 3 = 3.0L (EFA), L = 3.8L (EGH), R = 3.3L (EGA/EGM), and B = 2.4L (EDZ). Each cooling system group has separate radiator and water pump figures for 2.4L, 3.0L, and 3.3/3.8L engines. If you are doing a water pump on a 3.3L, refer to Fig. 7-225. No need to flip through generic diagrams that show a different engine.

Service Brakes: Drum and Disc Procedures

Group 5 covers all brake work. Front brakes (Fig. 5-110), rear drum brakes (Fig. 5-232), rear disc brakes (Fig. 5-240), power brake booster (Fig. 5-343), master cylinder (Fig. 5-416), and the anti-lock brake control unit (Fig. 5-431). Brake lines are split over two figures (5-561 and 5-565). Parking brake lever and cables live in Group 4. When you bleed the system, you need the correct sequence and torque for the master cylinder line nuts—this manual gives them. Aftermarket manuals often skip the parking brake cable adjustment specs; this one does not.

613 Pages of Factory Specs

That page count covers groups 2 through 9, including Group 7 cooling, Group 8 electrical, Group 08A instrument panel, and Group 9 engine mounting. The electrical section alone runs from starters (Fig. 8-105) through alternators, distributors, sensors, SBEC controllers, switches, horns, lamps, and complete wiring diagrams (Figs. 8-1205 through 8-1605). If you need to trace a short in the headlamp circuit, wiring headlamp to dash is Fig. 8-1305. Everything is keyed to Chrysler part numbers and sales codes.

Why OEM Beats Aftermarket Documentation

I have seen aftermarket manuals list a generic torque for a lower control arm bolt that is 15 ft-lbs off. That causes a clunk or a snapped bolt. This manual comes from the factory that built the vehicle. Every figure references the exact part number, spring group, and suspension code. For example, the front coil spring has over ten different part numbers depending on the tag. Without that level of detail, you are gambling. This manual also includes VIN plate decoding—something aftermarket reprints copy wrong. Chrysler VIN Plate Decoding Information is included right on page 1. That alone saves you from ordering the wrong strut.

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For those working on the drivetrain, understanding the clutch and gearbox is essential. Read up on Manual Transmission basics to avoid confusing automatic and manual fluid specs. A deeper dive into Manual Transmission design helps when diagnosing shift issues on older models.

FAQ

What years does this manual cover?

1998 model year only for the NS platform.

Does this manual include torque specifications for all fasteners?

Yes, factory torque values are listed for every major component including suspension, brakes, and engine mounts. Unlike aftermarket manuals that often omit critical specs, this Chrysler Technical Manual provides original OEM numbers. For example, the front strut mounting bolts have a specific torque that varies by suspension code. You need those numbers to avoid stripping threads or creating a safety hazard. The manual groups them by figure reference, so you cross-reference your vehicle’s sales code to get the right value.

If you are tired of flipping through generic PDFs that leave out the one spec you need, get the real thing. Access the Factory Manual and put the right torque on every bolt.