2005 Chrysler 300 - Maintenance & Specs
The 2005 Chrysler 300 belongs to a Chrysler 300 lineup that Know Your Ride tracks across 10 model years, from 2005 to 2026. Engine options on record include the 5.7L V8, 5.7L, 5.7L Hemi. It is configured as 4-wheel or all-wheel drive with an automatic 5-spd. This 2005 car is the earliest model year on record for the Chrysler 300.
It takes 5W-20 full synthetic oil, 7.0 qt with a new filter. Fluid specs on file include HOAT coolant, DOT 3 brake fluid, ATF+4 transmission fluid. Know Your Ride lists 15 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.
There are 7 safety recalls on record; one covers: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2004-2005 Dodge Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500, 2004-2005 Dodge Durango, 2005 Dodge Dakota.... Its overall reliability signal is rated "Excellent" based on aggregated complaint and crash data.
EPA fuel economy is rated at 15 city / 22 highway MPG, 18 MPG combined. Estimated annual fuel cost is about $2,450.
Quick Specs
| Oil viscosity | 5W-20 |
| Oil type | Full Synthetic |
| Oil capacity (w/ filter) | 7.0 qt |
| Oil filter | Mopar 68191349AC |
| EPA combined | 18 MPG |
| Tire size | 215/55R17 |
| Coolant | HOAT |
| Open recalls on record | 7 |
| Technical service bulletins | 64 |
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.