2003 Dodge Durango - Maintenance & Specs
The 2003 Dodge Durango belongs to a Dodge Durango lineup that Know Your Ride tracks across 15 model years, from 2000 to 2026. Engine options on record include the 4.7L, 5.9L, 4.7L V8 / 5.9L V8. It is configured as rear-wheel drive with an automatic 5-spd. The 2003 sits mid-run, with both earlier (2000) and later (2026) Durango model years also documented.
It takes 5W-20 full synthetic oil, 5.0 qt with a new filter meeting MS-6395. Fluid specs on file include MOPAR OAT coolant, DOT 3 brake fluid. Know Your Ride lists 14 scheduled maintenance items for this vehicle, the earliest interval falling at 7,500 miles. Documented torque values include oil drain plug 20 ft-lb, lug nut 100 ft-lb, spark plug 18 ft-lb.
NHTSA complaints for this vehicle cluster around suspension (63), engine and engine cooling (30), electrical system (27). A representative report reads: "The obd reader on my 2003 Durango brings up code for central timing module and eeprm checksum error were the safety recall is in order but the vin number is..." There are 6 safety recalls on record; one covers: ...MANUFACTURED AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR CERTAIN DODGE PICKUP TRUCKS AND SUVS. A SMALL PIECE OF MATERIAL FROM THE TUBE WALL COULD BE SUCKED INTO THE....
EPA fuel economy is rated at 13 city / 18 highway MPG, 15 MPG combined. Estimated annual fuel cost is about $2,900.
Quick Specs
| Oil viscosity | 5W-20 |
| Oil type | Full Synthetic |
| Oil capacity (w/ filter) | 5.0 qt |
| OEM oil spec | MS-6395 |
| EPA combined | 15 MPG |
| Coolant | MOPAR OAT |
| Open recalls on record | 6 |
| Technical service bulletins | 23 |
Common Trouble Codes
- P0300 - Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
- P0420 - Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
- P0171 - System too Lean (Bank 1)
- P0128 - Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Stable Operation
- P0442 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
- P0455 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
- P0700 - Transmission Control System Malfunction
- P0301 - Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected
- U0100 - Lost Communication With ECM/PCM A
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Part of the free Know Your Ride vehicle maintenance reference. Figures are sourced from EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer data and are for general reference - always confirm with your owner's manual.