2020 Chrysler Pacifica - Maintenance & Specs
The 2020 Chrysler Pacifica belongs to a Chrysler Pacifica lineup that Know Your Ride tracks across 7 model years, from 2018 to 2026. Engine options on record include the 3.6L, 3.6L V6. It is configured as front-wheel drive with an automatic 9-spd. The 2020 sits mid-run, with both earlier (2018) and later (2026) Pacifica model years also documented.
It takes 0W-20 full synthetic oil, 5.5 qt with a new filter meeting MS-13340. Fluid specs on file include HOAT coolant, DOT 3 brake fluid, ATF+4 transmission fluid. Know Your Ride lists 13 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 electrical system (19), steering (17), engine (14). A representative report reads: "Driver side air bags did NOT deploy resulting in injury" There are 4 safety recalls on record; one covers: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup....
EPA fuel economy is rated at 19 city / 28 highway MPG, 22 MPG combined. Estimated annual fuel cost is about $2,000.
Quick Specs
| Oil viscosity | 0W-20 |
| Oil type | Full Synthetic |
| Oil capacity (w/ filter) | 5.5 qt |
| OEM oil spec | MS-13340 |
| Oil filter | Fram XG10575 |
| EPA combined | 22 MPG |
| Tire size | 215/55R17 |
| Coolant | HOAT |
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 stars |
| Open recalls on record | 4 |
| Technical service bulletins | 200 |
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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