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I own two Dodge caravans and know how the transmissions are with these vehicles. It could be anything from wrong/dirty/low Transmission Fluid on up to needing a transmission rebuild.

First, check the fluid level and smell to check if it smells burned or looks brownish in color. If the check engine light is on you can go to most local part stores for them to pull the code for free and then research whatever code it gives. The auto parts employees may give you some indication of what it could be. If no code, I would start at the least expensive and work my way up. A lot of times a proper transmission service (NOT flush- especially with high mileage vehicles), with the proper fluid (check w/ dealer), will do the trick. Make sure to check applicable fuses and connections, etc.

It is hard to tell what the problem could be since you are not describing all of what it is doing. Can you put it in gear and it won't go (like it seems to stay in neutral when you try to put it in drive)? If so, that could be improper/worn trans fluid, the solenoid pack, a TCM issue, etc. The solenoid pack has tiny filter screens that can get clogged over time. It is easy to replace if you are so inclined but you will have to do a quick relearn or have the dealership reprogram for a fee. Is it stuck in any certain gear? Will it drive but only in low gear and not shift to higher gears? If so, that may mean it is going into fail safe mode to protect the transmission from any further damage and could be any number of things, from a sensor (PRNDL Switch, throttling position sensor, etc.) to internal tranny issue.

My advice to you is have someone you trust that knows about these transmissions check and help you figure it out.

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