Dodge Grand Caravan Dead Battery Issue RESOLVED

[@davidsnock2810]

Absolutely perfect! I had issues starting my Grand Caravan and found this. Now my battery was recharged and everything is working great. Thank you so much!

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Great to hear! Thanks for watching!!

[@makeshacrawford3324]

Do the car have to be running and does the battery have to be fully charged

[@melodyleary1432]

Hi, this is exactly my problem now - which began yesterday and this morning - battery dead in the morning and even in the afternoon after coming out of work, humming sound at the back of the tire which I recorded... and each time battery is dead, I have to jumpstart... last I checked at 11:39pm, it’s slowly draining and doesn’t want to start again... thank you for this reset solution!

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Hi! Check out my latest video on how to get your problem fixed PERMANENTLY! kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZu8Z2h8itGqapI

[@JohnMay-z2g]

Thank you so much. My wife just heard the pump sound today and we found your video. I pulled the fuse and it worked just like you said it would. We will see how long it lasts. Thanks again.

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Excellent! I'm glad you found our video. Please make sure to see the update video on our channel which shows an inexpensive PERMENANT fix to this problem. I did it over 3 years ago and have not EVER had a dead battery problem again. Yeah! Thanks for watching, commenting, and subscribing to our channel!

[@serge3348]

Thanks. The TIPM is actually very easy to replace, there is one 13mm bolt and the rest is clips/plastic connectors

[@brooklyn_izme]

I wish I would've came across this before spending so much money on my van thank you this was very helpful I just watched your other video and I just put in the order for my other part

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

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[@fosterparent7477]

Unbelievable! I hate Dodge so much. Thanks for the post.

[@saltywetreefer3985]

I hate Dodge, they charged me $2000 to fix this at the dealership. 3 times I had to bring it in and leave it for a week and they say its not part of the warranty. Thanks for sharing, hopefully someone else won't get scammee

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Sooo Sorry to hear that! Thanks for sharing your story. Hopefully others will see this and my update video on how to cheaply fix it permanently. Thanks for watching!

[@andredupre4794]

My van has this issue (battery dies every other month)… I haven’t verified that this is in fact the issue but I appreciate the content in advance 👍

[@chefkarimassaf268]

I really appreciate the time and effort that you've put into this video. It's really nice of you to share the problem you've been having on KZbin. I've been very frustrated because my alternator keeps going bad and it doesn't even last one week or one trip. Do you think this might be the problem or something else?

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Hello there. Yes, this is a common problem with the Dodge Caravan. Please see the update video on my channel for the permanent fix to this problem. Link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZu8Z2h8itGqapI I did this permanent fix several years ago and have never had a dead battery or bad alternator again! Thanks for watching, commenting, and subscribing to our channel!

[@Rsaai69]

Like you men know, women get fooled and pay more than we should at any car shop. Honestly, you saved me so much money and I think I love you

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Glad I could help! Did you see the update video on my channel showing the permanent fix for this problem? It really works. Thanks for watching mi amor.

[@Rsaai69]

@@mikesbackyardmechanic E.P.F.P.R.F video? I haven't but I will. Still working on my car. I Will let you know how it goes :)

[@Nemo-yn1sp]

Thanks! Mine doesn't even jump now, and it's a new Diehard battery. First time it happened, it wouldn't stay running, so had to have it towed. Off to see your update! Thanks. This van (2017 with 80K) has been nothing but trouble in the year I've owned it and I've hardly driven it because it doesn't go when I want to (not a daily driver, I bought it to go wander as I retired last year. First, thermostat, then battery, then transmission. Carfax report was fraudulent and the codes had all been cleared. Last dealer to service it (Toyota in St Augustine, FL) wrote Vehicle serviced, oil changed when in fact the check engine light was on and indicated replace transmission. Van was traded in at that time. Second van in a year about which I was conned. First one the dealer took back and ran two toll booths for which I got tickets. Yippee. Learned first hand that older single women are prey. Ok, now to see the update. :)

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Hello there! Thanks for sharing your story. Sorry to hear you've had some bad experiences. Hopefully you get it sorted out. After fixing the battery issue on my 2011 as shown in the video, I have not had another issue with my Caravan. It has been pretty dependable with about 210,000+ miles. I just 'granny' drive it, and it gets me safely from A to B. Just keep the oil changed on time, and don't 'push' the transmission too hard, your Caravan should last a long time. Thanks for watching, commenting, and subscribing to our KZbin channel!

[@Nemo-yn1sp]

@@mikesbackyardmechanic Thanks! The transmission had the torque converter replaced within 500 miles of me owning it. The shop had their own part built because they said they see so many of them and the OEM part would likely fail again. They wouldn't even install the OEM part. I had them put in a transmission oil cooler, too. There is a recall that addresses stalling and not starting, U87, but though I got a notice, my van isn't covered. I'd heard lots of good things about the GC, but also many horror stories. I fear I have one of the latter. Not sure I can ever trust this van to go off to the unknown in. I'll tell the shop about your experience - perhaps it will be the fix. Sure don't want to spend $500-1K for a rebuilt or new TPIM! Thank you again.

[@shellyc8080]

I have a 2019 Grand Caravan and have a parasitic drain which, if the van is parked more than 30 hours, the battery will be slam dead. It's a brand new battery and my alternator has a clean bill of health. I have not heard the fuel pump running after shut down. I don't drive much at night, but last weekend I got home well after dark. After exiting the van and shutting the door, I happened to walk by the van about 15 minutes later. I noticed that it looked like something was illuminated in the cabin. Peering in the window, I see the headlight switch (which i always keep on "auto") was lit up as well as the two roller switches next to it, the strip of buttons where the hazard, eco, etc. buttons are as well as the overhead bank of buttons (side sliding doors and hatch releases) and the rear climate control knobs. I periodically checked the status of these lights for 3 hours and they were all still illuminated. Any input on these cabin lights staying lit well after vehicle has been shut off?

[@kirubakarelayath177]

Hello Sir, You're my saviour because I had exact same issue with my 2017 caravan and I was able to restart by following your million dollar worth instructions. My question is, shouldn't this be fixed by the Dodge / Chrysler automaker for free as a recall because they know what the real problem with their make is?

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Hi there. I know that there was an attempt for a class action lawsuit to force a recall, however I don't believe one was ever completed. Dodge did offer a bypass kit at one time, but no longer. If you see my other UPDATE video on my channel, it shows how to permanently fix the problem for under $75.00. Glad I could help, and thanks for watching!!

[@Jquarles1973]

My van has done the same thing. My question is: I know for a fact that I have to replace my fuel pump. Is it possible that this is what’s draining my battery as well?

[@jerryjamsteadycam]

For me, the magic fuse was the 15amp fuse nearest to the terminal (juat below the terminal in the upper left of the box)

[@nancyvento526]

Thank you so much. I had this problem with my van and I took the fuse out and when I put it back in it still was humming. But I kept taking the fuse out to not drain the battery. After a few times I noticed that it had stopped. So it did work, just took a moment. Luckily all I had done prior to looking this up was get a free replacement battery. I know my van has electrical TMP problems so I looked it up right away.

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

SO GLAD you found our video. If you want an inexpensive permanent fix, watch our UPDATE video on our KZbin Channel. Here is the link... kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZu8Z2h8itGqapI I did the permanent fix almost 4 years ago and I have never had a dead battery again! Thanks for watching, commenting, and subscribing to our KZbin Channel

[@thebakk34]

LIFESAVER. I had a couple issues with odd battery drain over the last few months most recently last week and checked the van tonight, DEAD. Your vid popped frantically searching while I was charging the battery and still hearing the whirring. Disconnected everything, pulled the fuse, sweet silence. Thank you so much! I will order the bypass part from your Update video. 👍

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Awesome!! This is great and exactly why I created the video. Thanks for watching! Check out the other videos on our channel and subscribe!

[@khurammalik1449]

I bough a new battery and changed the WIN. Before that the car would go to start up and wouldnt start and key got stuck, had to jump it to give it a shock to remove key. 1 week later I went to start after my 2010 caravan sat for a night and it didn't start. Heard 1 click then everything powered down. Battery was drained, went to jump it and it didn't jump. When I go to start it while giving boost from other car, all the lights come on and you hear a click click and doesn't start. Then when you listen closely in the car you hear something humming, feels like by the dash board. When I go to listen to TIPM you hear the tipm doing some funny things, like its crackling, I had to disconnect the battery and will try again. I will try this solution in the video. Also I ordered a bypass relay. But if you have any other idea what it could be let me know.

[@LansingJP]

@@khurammalik1449 any update Malik ?

[@jamescastro8068]

I've been dealing with the problem on my Volkswagen Routan 2012 for about 2 years. I went through 3 dead batteries before realizing it was the fuel pump. I had to install a battery switch (at battery) so when I hear the fuel pump, I pop the hood and switch off the battery. Also, I've noticed this problem is very random regardless of time of year.

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Yes that will reset the fuel pump relay switch too, but pulling a fuse is a little easier. BUT if you want the PERMANENT FIX to this problem, see my update video on my channel. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@DishNetworkDealerNEO]

Sometimes this is the reason, but not always there can be many other phantom drain reasons. Push to drain has happened ok the 2001 to 2007 Version that only had the Integrated Power Module. The fix kit for the Bypass kit is readily available on eBay, and possibly on Rock auto, it is not made by Mopar. There are also probably PC Board files on the internet that allow you to have the board replicated by PCB Way, or other small batch PC Board Manufacturing companies and a list of any components if any, to manufacture your own version of this board.

[@creatingdestiny7]

Genius genius, love this content.

[@dillwiggle2]

My van wouldn’t start but it wasn’t a battery issue. It was the tipm fuel pump relay that went and yeah it’s the only one that’s built right in the bottom of the tipm ! Why the heck they did that no clue and this problem was pretty much for the 2011 model year only. I used a power probe to send 12v to the other side of this one fuse and started right away there was a video on KZbin that showed how to test for this problem. You have to get the exact year and serial number from the auto wrecker if you go that route or funny things can happen after it’s installed but at least you will be able To drive it. Lucky I was able To find the same serial with a different version number and Paid $25 and it worked perfect only thing is the defrost light flashes then goes off after a few seconds only issue I had. Now I’m trying to diagnose a starting issue. Now it actually seems like a dead battery, when I boost it, it starts no problem so it ain’t a fuel issue. I took out battery and charged it and the battery holds a load test and the alternator shows to be charging the battery properly. I hope it ain’t a tipm issue draining the battery for some reason ! I should listen for this humming sound although it’s winter and -20c right now which he said never happens, will see !

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Hello there, sorry that you are having issues. Please watch the follow up UPDATE video on our channel for the PERMENANT low-cost fix to this problem. Thanks for watching, commenting, and subscribing to our channel!

[@bobglazeman5474]

Does the van need to off or running before pulling fuse? Can I do it just without car being crunk in a couple days?

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Hello there. The car should be off when pulling the fuse. I'm not sure what you are asking in your second question, sorry. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@bobglazeman5474]

​@@mikesbackyardmechanic The car has been sitting for a cpl weeks I ddnt know if I needed to run it a little before pulling fuse. Thanks for responding!

[@RoyalEmpress-tu5or]

THE BIGGER concern is why hasnt this defective fuel pump issue been resolved, thx for video cause that sound n battery wasnt originally happening so now that it has i wonderwhat is the bigger issue

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

I know, it was very frustrating to me as well. But if you see my follow up video, you can permanently fix the problem. Here is a link to the follow up video on my channel... kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZu8Z2h8itGqapI Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@mitchbricks2988]

That’s exactly what was wrong I was struggling to find the issue thanks and that fuse thing works great too till I can get my fuel pump fixed thanks for educating me

[@nancyvento526]

I was thinking that the problem when this happened was with the electrical, not the fuel pump. Did replacing the fuel pump fix it?

[@MrsBoltz]

I noticed recently after turning my van off it sounded like something was still running from the engine compartment not the rear wheel. But my van is dying within hours. Is there something else like a fan or something that might be staying on for some reason?

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Hello there. Battery drain can come from a variety of places, including accessories plugged in the cabin area, a glove box or vanity light left on. At night look and make sure all lights in the cabin area are off. If you hear something still running after the engine is off, you need to follow your ears and find out where it is coming from. Sometimes the coolant fan will still run for a while after the car is turned off, but not enough to make your battery dead. Have you tested your battery and alternator? Advance Auto Parts will do this for free. A bad battery or alternator will definitely keep your battery from staying charged. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@nancyvento526]

One of the videos of his shows how to trouble shoot by using a tool to keep the connection and measure the amps being used until you pull the fuse that is using the power.

[@cindymartin610]

Unplug all connections under the TIPM blow out with air let dry apply Dielectric Grease (water repellant and conductive ) over time heat and moisture can dry out and corrode connections. I was warned about this havent had this problem yet but anything am happen with a dodge caravan from experience lol

[@kongsiwest7162]

What a hero. I was so clueless.

[@nikkilott6467]

You are a life saver!!!

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Thank you! Hopefully you were able to see our follow-up UPDATE video on our KZbin channel on how to permanently fix the battery/fuel pump relay switch issue for hardly anything. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@nikkilott6467]

​@mikesbackyardmechanic I sure did and my dad bought the part you suggested to buy ❤😊thank you!!

[@RUS_US]

1:40 i was asked for $1600 for part only. I got used on ebay for 200-300 with delivery and tax. note: i have replaced 3 TIPMs and still have 0.170A discharge. Will check the sound tomorrow.

[@jamestuakalau8641]

Your the man! Thanks I actually spent money on changing the alternator and all.

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Glad I could help!

[@2112musician]

Thank you so much! Saved me a lot of money by finding your video!!

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Awesome! Thanks for watching and subscribing to our KZbin channel!

[@duchesssophia]

Interesting. Would installing a battery cut off switch accomplish the goal of eliminating the drain, and be easier?

[@mellotronn]

Probably so. If this turns out to be my issue, I'm just going to remove one of the battery cables when not using the van. They're only hand tightened anyway and stay in place ok.

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Hello there! If you want a simpler way to permanently fix the problem rather than opening the hood every time you get in and out of the car... please watch the update video about this on our KZbin channel. Can be permanently fixed in 5 minutes. Thanks for commenting and watching our channel!

[@mellotronn]

@@mikesbackyardmechanic My issue turned out not to be the fuel pump so I really have no way of diagnosing it further so I'm going to get a battery disconnect switch. Only $6.99 at Harbor Freight.

[@amazingvideo2869]

Not really because every time You connect the battery again the fuel pump will still be over draining it and running constantly which will put too much of a load on the alternator and will burn out the fuel pump too soon. Its better to remove that fuse which does reset the system and fix it sometimes. Wonderful dodge wiring issues!

[@ambergarza216]

I have a 2005 Dodge caravan and I replaced the spark plugs along with the tubes in my car won't start and I assumed it was the battery but I replaced the battery and now I think it might be my fuel pump but I'm not sure

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Hi, as shown in the video, if you turn in the car off and you still hear the hum of the fuel pump by the rear driver side wheel, then yes, you have an issue with the fuel pump relay switch. If so, please watch the UPDATE video on our KZbin channel of how to fix. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@GrillsBare]

Brilliant . Thank you for that info . It answers many questions for me .

[@myviews469]

Does these mini vans have alternator fuse or relay because my battery not charging and I just replaced the alternator.

[@boredthump2]

One trillion thankyous!!!!! This just saved my butt!!!

[@heli400]

Oh geez, I wonder if my van has this issue. I just replaced my battery and I’m pretty sure it was only 2 yrs old

[@christophermetz1550]

My battery just turned 2 and we can't keep it charged after a day or two. I'm getting this is the issue I'm having.

[@martinwilkins8196]

This happened to me 3 TIMES TODAY! BATTERY DIED 3 TIMES IN 20 DEGREE WEATHER.

[@jessicades9314]

Thank you so glad you made this! Saved me money!!

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Glad I could help! Hopefully you have seen my update video which shows the PERMANENT inexpensive solution to the fuel pump relay switch problem. Thanks for watching our youtube channel!

[@darrinbrown6080]

You just saved my posterior. Thank you bro!

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Glad we could help! Thanks for watching, commenting, and subscribing to our channel!

[@mus434]

Hey I'm having a problem, my alternator is not charging in my 2012 caravan, I checked everything I could.

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Hello there! Have you had your alternator checked to see what voltage it is sending out to the battery? They will check this for free at Advance Auto. You may have a bad alternator. Also check the alternator belt. Thanks for watching!

[@mus434]

@@mikesbackyardmechanic yes, I did all that, but I think I burned the voltage regulator out,I drove on it a few times till the battery died do I'm going to check that.

[@ronaldhoyt2547]

amazon has the bypass kit

[@Mushir000]

Excellent brother thanks for your time and information and making this video I will try this at home and listen for this hymn sound and if not do the same as you did take off the fuse for few seconds and put it back on thanks

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Please watch the UPDATED follow up video on my KZbin channel to see the permanent solution to this problem with the fuel pump relay switch. Thanks for watching, commenting, and subscribing to our channel!

[@kevinmetcalf6371]

Tks for your video. I cant wait to try it in the morning

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Your welcome. Please be sure to watch the update video on our channel which provides the permanent solution to this problem. Thanks for watching, commenting, and STAY WARM!

[@Gerald-e2s]

2012 Dodge caravan hitch does or can hitchbe installed ?

[@kapitandencio]

hi when im removing fuse 20 is engine off or on? please advice i have this problem

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Engine should be off. Please see the update video for this issue on our KZbin channel for the permanent fix to this. Thanks for watching, commenting, and subscribing to our channel!

[@renezepedarepreza7576]

Just during 2 consecutive days my battery is dead. I'm going to try this this afternoon thanks I hope this help. Thanks

[@LansingJP]

Same here… last 2 mornings, woke up to a dead battery Me and my dad took my battery into O’Reilly’s today to get a charge Now I’m on KZbin & reading comments Did you find any resolve?

[@marliseisrael3017]

I will do that again...I bought a bypass relay and it's been a year, but I am starting to have an issue with it happening again...so I will do your solution ...I spent over $750 with no resolve because mechanic said the fuel pump needed to be replaced... same issue... came on youtube found a temporary solution with the bypass, no way I'm spending $1000 for a new TIPM....Thank You for the suggestion

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Please watch the updated video on my youtube channel which shows the PERMANENT solution. Seriously, the permanent solution works, I have had ZERO problems since I installed what's shown on my update video. Thanks for watching and your comment. ;-)

[@roxy1819]

I could hear if it was running in my 2014 dodge caravan but I tried it anyway. My battery been dying. I charged it 2 nd got a boost once. We’ll see it it starts in the morning

[@janeasis]

We had this happen in the winter:( and just again today while it’s spring/summer weather.

[@ifranksultan]

Which year is this problem on ?

[@nathangoodberlet8563]

Could someone post a link to the updated video? Or a link to where I can buy the relay bypass?

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Hello there! The link to the updated video is in the video description comments above. The web address to buy the relay bypass is www.verticalvisions.com I'm glad that this is helping a lot of people. Still waiting for my first 'Super Thanks' (see the Super Thanks button below the video), as this will help me make more helpful videos. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@losttravelingbackpacker3757]

Yeah I was I was wondering why my van battery was just going to head out of the blue and mine was doing it in Winter also

[@darrenhenderson7076]

That's cause from build up at contact point need to use fuse grease to prevent build up

[@ryanperry7575]

Ok well it happened once and she took it to auto zone saying the battery was dead dead so she bought a new 1 and 3 weeks later she goes to get pizza right next to the same auto zone and it was dead again.so she told the ppl at auto zone and we took the he battery out and gave it to them to charge and 2 hours later and it didn't move at all.so how to fix this issue now? the battery was under warranty so do we just get a new 1 and do this to keep it from killing it?why would a new battery not charge?

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Hey bud, so you didn't mention if you had your alternator checked. I would check that first to see if its properly charging the battery. AutoZone can do that for you for free. If the alternator is working properly, then it could possibly be the fuel pump relay switch as mentioned in my video. Did you listen at the rear driver side tire for a humming sound after you shut the engine off? If there is a humming sound, then watch the update video (kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZu8Z2h8itGqapI) on my KZbin channel to see how to fix it permanently. If you don't hear a humming sound and the alternator is working properly, then you may have battery drain from another source. Hope it helps. Thanks for watching!

[@ryanperry7575]

@@mikesbackyardmechanic yea the alternator was good and she had a 3 year warranty so I did what the video said last night and she got the new battery today .iv been listening for that sound when we ran around today and Haven't heard it yet but if I do I will try that again with the battery in it.tge battery was at AutoZone charging when I tried this last night.so if I hear that noise I will try this again and see if it helps.i appreciate the video cause idk much about cars.im not your typical man's man and I'm not rich so any free advice like this is helpful and appreciated.so thank you and I'll let you know how it goes later on.

[@LansingJP]

@@ryanperry7575 hey Ryan, any updates?

[@pppcorn]

this is cool thanks. i did a battery cut off to the dash but ill test this

[@gogoarcade]

You think there be a recall on this issue

[@bobbyscott7031]

Wow! What an insight...thanks!

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Glad it was helpful!

[@shirleydurling688]

Ebay has "Repair Fuel Pump Relay Bypass Cable Fuse Kit For Dodge Chr" is this the one?

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

No, you need to go to www.verticalvisions.com. Please watch the update video on my KZbin channel which shows you what to order and how to install it. No wires, takes 5 minutes to install. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@craigponder427]

THANKS AGAIN . Helpful

[@clintho1]

Fantastic! Thank you so much!

[@NoGreaterJoy_Maranatha]

Thank you Mike!!

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Glad it helped! Make sure you see the update video on my channel which gives the permanent fix to this problem. Thanks for watching!

[@RoyalEmpress-tu5or]

did not startup car needed a jump and car power came on as soon as the cables touched so dodge need explain

[@KimberlyHabegger-pu9lx]

If there is no noise is this likely not the issue?

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Hello there. Probably not the issue if there is no noise after you shut the car off. I would start with testing the alternator and the battery. If both check out good, then you may have parasitic drain somewhere else. Start by checking over the vehicle at night, making sure there are no lights on, like a glove box light. Hope you identify the problem. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@akidataylor7377]

Wow life saver bro thanks

[@mellotronn]

I'm going to try just removing one of the battery cables when I'm not using the van.

[@trav42073]

Could one just put a toggle switch to break the connection manually when shutting off the van?

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

In theory, yes you could. However, where would the switch be? Under the hood? An inconvenient place to go every time you shut the car off. Wiring a toggle switch all the way back to the dash board, would take that away, but is a time consuming install. Also, when you just bypass with wires, as some do in other videos, you are bypassing the integrated relay, which takes away some of the safety features, such as when the vehicle is in a car crash, the fuel pump won't shut off. Wouldn't it be better if it worked properly and not have to worry about it anymore? Please see my UPDATE video about how to fix it permanently, the right way, without replacing the TIPM. Click: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZu8Z2h8itGqapI

[@trav42073]

@@mikesbackyardmechanic out of curiosity wouldnt the pump cut off once system is pressurized and not just run endlessly without the engine drawing fuel?

[@myviews469]

There is a kit for this oh I need to find the alternator relay for town and country anyone please help??? Battery not charging after replacing alternator.

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Hello there. Yes, this is a common problem with the Dodge Caravan. Please see the update video on my channel for the permanent fix to this problem. Link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZu8Z2h8itGqapI I did this permanent fix several years ago and have never had a dead battery or bad alternator again! Thanks for watching, commenting, and subscribing to our channel!

[@myviews469]

@@mikesbackyardmechanic What is the common problem does this allow the alternator to charge battery?

[@rickyramirez7556]

Omg thx! Yes this happened to me

[@quietquiet77]

thank you brother

[@michaelbenson7953]

You pull the 20 but repeatedly say 25. Is it actually the 20?

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Hello there! The fuse that needs temporarily pulled is a yellow 20 amp fuse, but the 'M25' I keep referring to in the video is the actual fuse slot as referenced on the inside of the fuse box lid. Check out the update video on my channel which provides the PERMENANT low cost fix to this problem. Thanks for watching and commenting! If this helps you fix your problem, I am accepting 'Super Thanks' comments now, so that I can keep putting out helpful videos. Just click the Super Thanks button under the video. 😊🙏

[@randyearles9286]

good video. thanks

[@maxsavage3998]

Thanks good to know

[@craigponder427]

AWESOME. THANK U SOO MUCH 😅😇😂😎

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Most welcome 😊

[@valentin5403]

Another way of solving the problem is to disconnect battery when parking for long.

[@abdiboru2284]

Thank you 🙏

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

You’re welcome 😊 Thanks for watching.

[@wouldirun]

why can't you just reset the tipm?

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Because reseting it will not fix the bad fuel pump relay. You need to bypass it by following the suggestions in my UPDATE video on my channel. Thanks for watching!

[@petchy9088]

took mine apart after buying a new relay off amazon took 30 min to take tipm apart and solder it in

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Hello there! Thanks for the comment. Another permanent solution that takes 5 minutes is found here in our updated video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGHLpnqbitKgo7s Thanks for watching!

[@darrenhenderson7076]

Tipm is one reason dodge sucks and just gives more problems and much more cost to a vehicles life and reason why millions won't touch dodge

[@keithll3283]

Really need model year in title. Model years matter

[@gradyhernandez4699]

I have a 2001 caravan,2.4,battery drain

[@yroncekenold878]

Good job

[@asarefromlasvegasnevada2640]

I have dodge journey hope it work for me

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

UPDATE: Please check out my follow up video on how to fix permanently for under $60 Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZu8Z2h8itGqapI

[@asarefromlasvegasnevada2640]

@@mikesbackyardmechanic thanks very much

[@juddhoff3956]

Great trick...but Dude if you don't get yourself a decent needle nose ima scream.

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

LOL!! 🤣 You bet! Thanks for watching! Check out the video series on lifting a Honda CRV and many other great upgrades on our channel. 🥰

[@kevinmetcalf6371]

I'm in Ohio and its cold as hell here and its happening to mine

[@BigA-ripfatboy]

M25

[@martinwilkins3854]

Already tries this. Not the solution!

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Please see the update video on my channel for the permanent solution. No more dead batteries are in your future.

[@brickgamer2011]

Hmmmm this is a fix.

[@melodyleary1432]

The fuel pump still keeps running even after reset

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

If it doesn't turn off after you reset the fuse, I would suggest pulling it for 15 minutes. If that doesn't work (which it should), then I would leave it out until the next time you drive. I know, its a pain. For me, when I reset I'm good for awhile, months. I notice that it usually happens after a hot day, or a very long drive and the engine gets very hot. So definitely listen for the humming sound after a long drive. Thanks for watching, thanks for your comment, and subscribe!

[@melodyleary1432]

@@mikesbackyardmechanic - thanks for the reply... that’s exactly what I am doing - taking the fuse out when I know I won’t drive for more than two hours and at night until the morning and putting it back in when I have to drive to go to work or anywhere... yes it’s such a pain having to open and shut the hood, such inconvenience but it’s better than having a car dead in the morning or when coming out of work.

[@LansingJP]

@@melodyleary1432 hey Melody.., did this solution work for you? Yeah it could be a pain, but like you mention.,, at least our van battery isn’t dead and we are not spending a arm and a leg!

[@second6028]

Please help me, I took off the asd relay fuse (at 1:25 the top right fuse on the left) and my car died, put the fuse back in and now my car won’t start even with a jump. I know nothing about cars and I was kicked out because my moms boyfriend is a prick right when I turned 18, I have nobody to go to, please If anyone could help I would appreciate it so much.

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Sorry to hear about your situation. Can you please tell us the fuse number designation as it corresponds with the diagram on the inside of the fuse box lid? We need to know which fuse you are talking about. Also, have you made sure that the fuse is not blown? Also, why did you take the fuse out? A little more information will help. 🤔

[@second6028]

@@mikesbackyardmechanic Thankyou so much for responding, it was the k10 fuse, on the fuse it says 5810-0760 0760 c1924 It isn’t blown and I took it out because I was trying to get my fan to start working, I watched a KZbin video that said to try to switch these two fuses and I think I pulled out the wrong one. I looked it up and it says an asd fuse stands for automatic shutdown, but It doesn’t say anything about what happens when you pull it out when the car is started. I’ve had this problem before where my car wouldn’t start with even a jump, but when I put in a new battery it started, now the new battery is dead and I can’t get it to jump. It’s so painful, thankyou for responding I rlly appreciate any help and if there’s any more info you need I’ll respond with it as quick as possible.

[@second6028]

@@mikesbackyardmechanic ads relay, not asd relay, my mistake

[@second6028]

@@mikesbackyardmechanic Hey man, I tried jumping it again today and it worked so problems fixed, thankyou

[@meanpaintandbody]

Make your own fuse relay with a relay and 4 wires 2 of the "add a fuse" and 2 grounds simple will do that to mine and maybe make a video

[@mikesbackyardmechanic]

Or even simpler, check out the PERMANENT fix in my latest video... kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZu8Z2h8itGqapI