Well, there are ways to do it, but the best way is to not do it at all.
Put it in OD and let the auto trans do its thing.
The Chrysler Town and Country is the best van rated for safety. There are many others that also have a very good rating.
Any name brand 5w 30. It can he high mileage, synthetic, etc.
regular at best
7/16" will do it; best to use a lug wrench to loosen do to the torque on the nut as the typical socket has be known to crack.
town and country
The best way to know if there are any open recalls to call the local dealer with the VIN number. They are required to tell you of any open recalls.
The Dodge Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country have some fantastic gas mileage for 2012. It seems like gas mileage is getting better and better each year.
Enterprise is one of the best companies around for car rentals and they also have minivans for rent. You can find low rates on minivan rentals on their website, they have Dodge Grand Caravan as well Chrysler Town and Country minivans.
Its always best to drain the oil from the old compressor and then add that same amount back to the new compressor but to be on the safe side add 4 ounces and prime it on the bench first...
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