RV and vandwellers wiki

User Tools

Site Tools

Trace:
rv:van_issues

Differences

This shows you the differences between two versions of the page.

Link to this comparison view

Both sides previous revision Previous revision
Next revision 		Previous revision
Next revision Both sides next revision
rv:van_issues [2020/03/21 19:21]
frater_secessus [Nissan NVx500] 		rv:van_issues [2020/04/17 20:58]
frater_secessus [Chevy Express / Savanna]
Line 45: Line 45:
 Transmissions are regarded as generally good, with lifespans like 120,000-180,000 miles on the 4-spd auto 4L80E and  130,000-200,000 miles for the 6-spd 6L90.((https://www.transmissionrepaircostguide.com/chevy-express-2500-transmission-problems/)) Transmissions are regarded as generally good, with lifespans like 120,000-180,000 miles on the 4-spd auto 4L80E and  130,000-200,000 miles for the 6-spd 6L90.((https://www.transmissionrepaircostguide.com/chevy-express-2500-transmission-problems/))
  
-Learn more about these vehicles on [[https://www.gm-trucks.com/forums/forum/185-1996-2018-chevrolet-express-gmc-savana/|the Express/Savanna subforum]].  See [[https://www.journeysoffroad.com/astrosafari-how-to.html|Astro/Safari How-To]] page.+Learn more about these vehicles on [[https://www.gm-trucks.com/forums/forum/185-1996-2018-chevrolet-express-gmc-savana/|the Express/Savanna subforum]]. 
  
   * leaking intake manifold gaskets cause oil or coolant leaks around 100k miles.((https://repairpal.com/intake-manifold-gaskets-may-leak-coolant-or-engine-oil-301))   * leaking intake manifold gaskets cause oil or coolant leaks around 100k miles.((https://repairpal.com/intake-manifold-gaskets-may-leak-coolant-or-engine-oil-301))
Line 153: Line 153:
   * 2018-2019 10-speed autos have a recall for sudden shifting into park.((https://www.autoblog.com/2019/04/25/honda-odyssey-minivan-recall-transmission))   * 2018-2019 10-speed autos have a recall for sudden shifting into park.((https://www.autoblog.com/2019/04/25/honda-odyssey-minivan-recall-transmission))
  
- * TSB 17-090 - Product Update: 2018 Odyssey Rear Power Window Switches+  * 14" roof vent may be placed [[https://imgur.com/a/1W9QC|between C and D pillars]].((https://www.reddit.com/r/vandwellers/comments/6k6q4b/has_anyone_here_put_a_roof_top_fan_into_a_minivan/djkfds4/)) 
 +  * TSB 17-090 - Product Update: 2018 Odyssey Rear Power Window Switches
  
 ===== Mercedes Sprinter ===== ===== Mercedes Sprinter =====
Line 174: Line 175:
   * V8 #3 plug fouling from oil leak in valve guides or elsewhere - no clear info yet.   * V8 #3 plug fouling from oil leak in valve guides or elsewhere - no clear info yet.
   * P0441, P0455 codes caused by gas evap sensor pulling out of the charcoal canister((https://nissannvforum.com/topic/687-check-engine-light/?do=findComment&comment=3713,https://nissannvforum.com/topic/1378-cylinder-misfire/?do=findComment&comment=9162))   * P0441, P0455 codes caused by gas evap sensor pulling out of the charcoal canister((https://nissannvforum.com/topic/687-check-engine-light/?do=findComment&comment=3713,https://nissannvforum.com/topic/1378-cylinder-misfire/?do=findComment&comment=9162))
 +  * P0448 code caused by dirt clogging evap valve/solenoid/canister, possibly due to vent location in wheelwell. 
 + Possible workaround:  blow out with air, reset code.((https://nissannvforum.com/topic/365-p0448-code/))
   * V8 can hunt/surge between 1000-1500rmp; fixed by ECU flash update.   * V8 can hunt/surge between 1000-1500rmp; fixed by ECU flash update.
   * V8 knock when starting that may or may not be problematic.    * V8 knock when starting that may or may not be problematic. 
Line 182: Line 185:
   * inadventant pushing of the "Info" button can illuminate idiot lights.((https://nissannvforum.com/topic/1930-oil-pressure-light/))   * inadventant pushing of the "Info" button can illuminate idiot lights.((https://nissannvforum.com/topic/1930-oil-pressure-light/))
   * white nylon gear shift lever spacer can fall out of steering column   * white nylon gear shift lever spacer can fall out of steering column
 +  * 13.5" roof rib spacing means rib-cutting to install normal 14x14" [[hvac:roof_vent|roof vents]].
 ===== Nissan NV200 ===== ===== Nissan NV200 =====
  
Line 226: Line 230:
   * recalls   * recalls
     * ram promaster city vans manufactured september 26, 2014, to march 5, 2016. a low-voltage **electrical harness connector** by the front driver seat may be susceptible to water intrusion and corrosion.      * ram promaster city vans manufactured september 26, 2014, to march 5, 2016. a low-voltage **electrical harness connector** by the front driver seat may be susceptible to water intrusion and corrosion. 
 +  
 +  
 +===== Toyota Sienna =====
 +
 +  * oil sludge buildup requiring engine rebuild or replace
 +  * V6 3.5L engine may have a faulty oil line causing sudden oil loss.((https://sites.google.com/site/toyotav6oillinescandal/)) LSC-90K
 +  * 3.5L 2007-2010 gen2 vans with the tow package may have a faulty oil cooler line. ((https://www.siennachat.com/threads/oil-cooler-failure-no-recall-beware.60699/post-333183)) TSB-0201-11,  Warranty Enhancement Program ZE2.
 +  * broken weld in door((https://www.carcomplaints.com/Toyota/Sienna/2004/body_paint/broken_weld_in_door.shtml)). Symptoms:  failure to close or lock, noises.
 +  * 2004 - broken side door cable((https://www.siennachat.com/threads/sienna-power-sliding-door-problems-the-thread.1300/))
 +  * VSC, Trac, and other dashboard lights may indicate misfire, leaking gas cap, emisssions, or steering rack((https://www.siennachat.com/threads/vsc-trac-check-engine-lights-solved.57499/)) issues. 
 +  * On 1st Gen Siennas, the Integration Relay ("yellow box") can fail, causing difficult to diagnose electrical issues. 
      
 ===== misc ===== ===== misc =====
rv/van_issues.txt · Last modified: 2024/03/31 15:03 by princess_fluffypants

Page Tools

Except where otherwise noted, content on this wiki is licensed under the following license: CC Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 4.0 International

affilliate disclosure

CC Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 4.0 International Donate Powered by PHP Valid HTML5 Valid CSS Driven by DokuWiki