CHRYSLER Intrepid
First generation (1993–1997), continued production into 1998 as MY1998 / First generation (1993-1997) / Second generation (1998–2004) / 1998-2003 / 4-door Sedan / Sedan
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Choose the exact year and trim to see engine, oil and service details.
1998 CHRYSLER Intrepid EGH/ECC (LH)
LH / EGH, ECC, EGT / 3.2L EGH SOHC V6, 3.3L ECC SOHC V6, and 3.5L EGT SOHC V6 engines available - North American specification; other global variations not widely documented for 1998
1999 CHRYSLER Intrepid EGH/EGJ (LH)
LH / EGH, EGJ, EGK / 3.2L EGH SOHC V6, 3.5L EGJ SOHC V6 (North America), 2.7L EGK DOHC V6 (some export markets)
2003 CHRYSLER Intrepid EGH/EGN (LH)
LH / EGH, EGN / The 2003 Chrysler Intrepid was offered primarily with two 3.5L V6 engines: the SOHC 24-valve EGH engine producing approx. 253 hp and the SOHC 24-valve EGN engine tuned for a slight variation in output for different markets. Both engines use sequential multi-point fuel injection and timing chains.
Engine codes by year
| Year | Trim | Engine codes | Displacement | Fuel system |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | technical-profile | EGH, ECC, EGT | 3.2L (3185 cc), 3.3L (3299 cc), 3.5L (3498 cc) | Multi-port fuel injection |
| 1999 | technical-profile | EGH, EGJ, EGK | 3199 cc (3.2L), 3485 cc (3.5L), 2736 cc (2.7L) | Multi-point fuel injection (MPFI) |
| 2003 | technical-profile | EGH, EGN | 3.5 L V6 (3478 cc) | Sequential multi-point fuel injection |
Oil capacity by engine
| Year | Engine codes | Oil type | Oil capacity | Fluid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | EGH, ECC, EGT | SAE 5W-30 motor oil meeting Chrysler MS-6395 or equivalent | Approx. 5.2 quarts (including filter), service-fill volume with oil filter change | Chrysler ATF+3 automatic transmission fluid |
| 1999 | EGH, EGJ, EGK | SAE 5W-30, API Service SF or better | Approximately 5.2 liters (5.5 US quarts) engine oil total service-fill including filter change | ATF+3 or Mopar ATF+4 |
| 2003 | EGH, EGN | SAE 5W-30, API SM or higher | Approximately 5.7 quarts including filter (service fill with filter change) | ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid |
Technical specifications
- Engines: EGH, ECC, EGT, EGJ, EGK, EGN
- Transmissions: Not commonly offered; mostly automatic transmissions, 4-speed A604 Ultradrive automatic transmission, Chrysler ATF+3 automatic transmission fluid, Rare; most 1999 Intrepids equipped with automatic, 41TE 4-speed electronically controlled automatic (most trims), ATF+3 or Mopar ATF+4, Not available in 2003 Intrepid, 4-speed automatic transmission (41TE)
- Tire sizes: P215/65R15, P225/60R16, P215/65R16, P235/60R16
- Bolt pattern: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Wheel torque: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Battery: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Fluids and service data
- Engine oil: SAE 5W-30 motor oil meeting Chrysler MS-6395 or equivalent / SAE 5W-30, API Service SF or better / SAE 5W-30, API SM or higher
- Transmission fluid: Chrysler ATF+3 automatic transmission fluid / ATF+3 or Mopar ATF+4 / ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid
- Coolant: Approximately 13.3 liters (3.5 US gallons) / Approximately 11.4 liters (12 US quarts) / Approximately 12.5 quarts
- Brake fluid: DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid / DOT 3 or DOT 4
Known problems
- Timing belt wear/maintenance important
- Ultradrive transmission shift issues
- Cooling system leaks
- Timing belt wear is critical on V6 engines
- Rust on rear wheel arches
- Suspension bushing wear
- Front suspension wear leading to noise and alignment issues
- Electrical gremlins with dashboard instrumentation cluster