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1990 Plymouth Voyager

Introduction to the 1990 Plymouth Voyager

The 1990 Plymouth Voyager is a minivan with available 3.0L or 3.3L V6 engines. The 3.0L engine produces 132 horsepower and 169 lb-ft of torque, while the 3.3L engine produces 150 horsepower and 230 lb-ft of torque. Both engines can be paired with a four-speed automatic transmission. The Voyager is known for its spacious interior, versatility, and affordability. However, it has also been plagued by numerous issues over the years.

Engine

  • 3.0L V6
    • Head gasket failure
      • Description/Symptoms: Leaking coolant, overheating, loss of power
      • Solution: Replace head gasket
      • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $1,500+
      • Recalls: None Found
    • Intake manifold gasket failure
      • Description/Symptoms: Vacuum leak, rough idle, loss of power
      • Solution: Replace intake manifold gasket
      • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $300+
      • Recalls: None Found
  • 3.3L V6
    • Timing chain tensioner failure
      • Description/Symptoms: Rattling noise from engine, loss of power, engine failure
      • Solution: Replace timing chain tensioner
      • Estimated Cost to Fix: $600 - $900+
      • Recalls: 94V069000, 01V056000

Transmission

  • 4-Speed Automatic
    • Transmission shudder
      • Description/Symptoms: Vibration or shuddering while driving
      • Solution: Replace torque converter
      • Estimated Cost to Fix: $600 - $800+
      • Recalls: None Found
    • Transmission slipping
      • Description/Symptoms: Inability to shift gears properly, loss of power
      • Solution: Rebuild or replace transmission
      • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $3,000+
      • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

  • No Issues Found

Electrical

  • Alternator failure * Description/Symptoms: Dead battery, dimming headlights * Solution: Replace alternator * Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500+ * Recalls: None Found
  • Ignition switch failure * Description/Symptoms: Unable to start vehicle * Solution: Replace ignition switch * Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $300+ * Recalls: None Found

Exterior

  • Rust * Description/Symptoms: Corrosion on body panels * Solution: Repair or replace affected panels * Estimated Cost to Fix: Varies depending on the extent of damage * Recalls: None Found

Interior

  • Dashboard cracking * Description/Symptoms: Cracks or warping on dashboard * Solution: Replace dashboard * Estimated Cost to Fix: $400 - $600+ * Recalls: None Found
  • Door panel trim peeling * Description/Symptoms: Peeling or fading door panel trim * Solution: Replace door panel trim * Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200+ * Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 1990 Plymouth Voyager is a versatile and affordable minivan, but it has been plagued by numerous issues throughout its lifetime. Some of the most common problems include head gasket failure, intake manifold gasket failure, timing chain tensioner failure, transmission shudder, electrical issues, rust, and interior trim problems. The severity of these issues can vary, but they can all be costly to fix.

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