2003 Dodge Stratus - Maintenance & Specs
The 2003 Dodge Stratus belongs to a Dodge Stratus lineup that Know Your Ride tracks across 2 model years, from 2003 to 2004. Engine options on record include the 2.4L, 3.0L, 2.7L. It is configured as front-wheel drive with an automatic 4-spd. This 2003 car is the earliest model year on record for the Dodge Stratus.
It takes 5W-20 full synthetic oil, 4.5 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 structure (14), suspension (12), air bags (10). A representative report reads: "The problem is not with the tire itself, but with the lug nuts holding the tire on the car. In the past year I have had at least six lug nuts fail. I have had..." There are 6 safety recalls on record; one covers: ...ril 17, 2000, to February 21, 2005, and 2001-2005 Dodge Stratus vehicles manufactured April 17, 2000, to February 22, 2005. In the affected vehicles....
EPA fuel economy is rated at 19 city / 26 highway MPG, 21 MPG combined. Estimated annual fuel cost is about $2,100.
Quick Specs
| Oil viscosity | 5W-20 |
| Oil type | Full Synthetic |
| Oil capacity (w/ filter) | 4.5 qt |
| OEM oil spec | MS-6395 |
| EPA combined | 21 MPG |
| Coolant | MOPAR OAT |
| Open recalls on record | 6 |
| Technical service bulletins | 40 |
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.