CHRYSLER 300C
LX / 2005-2011 / Sedan
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2005 CHRYSLER 300C EGH/EZD (LX)
LX / EGH, EZD, EZG / The 2005 Chrysler 300C LX came primarily with 5.7L HEMI V8 engines (engine code EGH) in North America, delivering strong V8 performance. Some export markets offered a 3.5L V6 (EZD) or 3.0L V6 diesel (EZG) versions, depending on region. Engine offerings varied by market, most commonly North America for V8, Europe for V6 and diesel options.
2006 CHRYSLER 300C HEMI5.7L-MDS/3.0L-CRD-DPF (LX)
LX / HEMI5.7L-MDS, 3.0L-CRD-DPF, 3.5L-Pentastar-V6 / Mainly offered with a 5.7L V8 HEMI VVT petrol engine (HEMI5.7L-MDS) producing around 340 hp. European and some global markets also had a 3.0L CRD turbo diesel with DPF. Some markets offered a 3.5L Pentastar V6 petrol.
2008 CHRYSLER 300C HEMI5.7L_V8/3.0L_CRD_V6 (LX)
LX / HEMI5.7L_V8, 3.0L_CRD_V6 / Main engines offered globally in 2008 included the 5.7L HEMI V8 (USA, Canada) and 3.0L CRD V6 turbo diesel (Europe, Australia). Variations depend on market emissions and fuel standards.
2009 CHRYSLER 300C HEMI5.7L_LRG/DODGE5.7L_HEMI (LX)
LX / HEMI5.7L_LRG, DODGE5.7L_HEMI, 3.0L_CRD_EUR / The 2009 Chrysler 300C was offered primarily with two engines globally: a 5.7L HEMI V8 (engine code HE351VE in North America) and a 3.0L Mercedes-Benz sourced CRD V6 diesel engine (OM642) in European markets.
2010 CHRYSLER 300C HEMI5.7L_VVT/3.0L_CRD (LX)
LX / HEMI5.7L_VVT, 3.0L_CRD, 3.6L_Pentastar_VVT / 2010 Chrysler 300C mainly available with 5.7L HEMI V8 (HEMI5.7L_VVT) in North America, 3.0L CRD diesel in Europe/Middle East, and 3.6L Pentastar V6 in some markets.
2011 CHRYSLER 300C HEMI5.7L_VVT/3.0L_CRD (LX)
LX / HEMI5.7L_VVT, 3.0L_CRD, 3.6L_Pentastar_VVT / 2011 Chrysler 300C mainly offered with 5.7L HEMI V8 (VVT) in North America, 3.0L CRD diesel in Europe and other selected markets, and 3.6L Pentastar V6 in some markets.
Códigos de motor por año
| Año | Versión | Códigos de motor | Cilindrada | Sistema de combustible |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | technical-profile | EGH, EZD, EZG | 5.7 liters (V8), 3.5 liters (V6), 3.0 liters (V6 diesel) | Multi-point fuel injection (gasoline), common rail direct injection (diesel) |
| 2006 | technical-profile | HEMI5.7L-MDS, 3.0L-CRD-DPF, 3.5L-Pentastar-V6 | 5.7L (V8), 3.0L (I5 diesel), 3.5L (V6) | Sequential multi-port fuel injection (gasoline), common rail direct injection (diesel) |
| 2008 | technical-profile | HEMI5.7L_V8, 3.0L_CRD_V6 | 5688 cc (5.7L HEMI V8), 2987 cc (3.0L CRD V6 diesel) | Sequential multi-port fuel injection (HEMI V8), common rail direct injection (3.0L CRD diesel) |
| 2009 | technical-profile | HEMI5.7L_LRG, DODGE5.7L_HEMI, 3.0L_CRD_EUR | 5.7L V8 / 3.0L V6 Diesel | Sequential Multi-Port Fuel Injection (5.7L), Common Rail Direct Injection (3.0L Diesel) |
| 2010 | technical-profile | HEMI5.7L_VVT, 3.0L_CRD, 3.6L_Pentastar_VVT | 5.7 liters (345 cubic inches) V8; 3.0 liters inline-5 CRD diesel; 3.6 liters V6 | Multi-point fuel injection with variable valve timing for gasoline engines; common rail direct injection for CRD diesel. |
| 2011 | technical-profile | HEMI5.7L_VVT, 3.0L_CRD, 3.6L_Pentastar_VVT | 5.7L (V8 HEMI), 3.0L (V6 CRD Diesel), 3.6L (V6 Pentastar Gasoline) | Multi-point fuel injection (V8 & V6 Gasoline), Common rail diesel direct injection (3.0L CRD) |
Capacidad de aceite por motor
| Año | Códigos de motor | Tipo de aceite | Capacidad de aceite | Fluido |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | EGH, EZD, EZG | SAE 5W-30 API SM or higher | 6.1 liters (6.4 US quarts) service fill including filter, approximate; verify with service manual due to market variance | ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid |
| 2006 | HEMI5.7L-MDS, 3.0L-CRD-DPF, 3.5L-Pentastar-V6 | SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30, API SM or higher for gasoline; refer to diesel specs for CRD | About 6.1 liters including oil filter (service fill, filter included) | ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid for automatics |
| 2008 | HEMI5.7L_V8, 3.0L_CRD_V6 | SAE 5W-20 (HEMI V8), synthetic diesel-grade oil for CRD | 5.7L V8: approx. 6.1 liters including filter (service-fill) | ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid |
| 2009 | HEMI5.7L_LRG, DODGE5.7L_HEMI, 3.0L_CRD_EUR | SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 synthetic oil for 5.7L V8; SAE 5W-30 for Diesel | Approx. 6.9L service fill with filter change (5.7L V8); approximately 7.5L for 3.0L Diesel | Mopar ATF+4 for 5-speed automatic |
| 2010 | HEMI5.7L_VVT, 3.0L_CRD, 3.6L_Pentastar_VVT | SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 synthetic for gasoline engines; diesel engine oil per manufacturer spec | Approximately 6.1 quarts (5.8 liters) service-fill with filter change on HEMI 5.7L V8 | ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid for 5-speed automatics |
| 2011 | HEMI5.7L_VVT, 3.0L_CRD, 3.6L_Pentastar_VVT | Mobil 1 5W-20 synthetic recommended for gasoline engines, OEM diesel oil spec for CRD | HEMI V8: approx. 7.1 liters (including filter change); 3.0L CRD: approx. 8.4 liters (service fill with filter); 3.6L V6: approx. 6.5 liters (with filter) | Chrysler ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid |
Especificaciones técnicas
- Motores: EGH, EZD, EZG, HEMI5.7L-MDS, 3.0L-CRD-DPF, 3.5L-Pentastar-V6, HEMI5.7L_V8, 3.0L_CRD_V6, HEMI5.7L_LRG, DODGE5.7L_HEMI, 3.0L_CRD_EUR, HEMI5.7L_VVT
- Transmisiones: Not standard; automatic transmission predominant, 5-speed automatic (518 gearbox for V8 models), 4-speed automatic available in some V6 versions, ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid, Not commonly available for 5.7L V8; most use 5 or 5-speed automatic transmissions, 5-speed or 5-speed Electronically Controlled Automatic Transmission (41TE / 545RFE), ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid for automatics, Not offered for 300C in 2008 globally, 5-speed automatic TorqueFlite 5HP24 (HEMI V8), 5-speed automatic (3.0L CRD diesel)
- Medidas de neumáticos: 225/60R16, 245/45R20, 245/50R18, 225/60R17, 235/60R18, 235/55R18, 245/45R20 depending on market and trim, 245/45R19 (varies by market and wheel option)
- Patrón de pernos: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Torque de rueda: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Batería: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Fluidos y datos de servicio
- Aceite de motor: SAE 5W-30 API SM or higher / SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30, API SM or higher for gasoline; refer to diesel specs for CRD / SAE 5W-20 (HEMI V8), synthetic diesel-grade oil for CRD / SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 synthetic oil for 5.7L V8; SAE 5W-30 for Diesel
- Fluido de transmisión: ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid / ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid for automatics / Mopar ATF+4 for 5-speed automatic / ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid for 5-speed automatics
- Refrigerante: Approximately 13.5 liters (3.6 US gallons), varies by configuration / Circa 12 liters / Approx. 11.5 liters / Approx. 12 liters
- Líquido de frenos: DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid / DOT 3 or DOT 4 / DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid specified
Problemas conocidos
- Electrical gremlins affecting BCM modules
- Fuel injector deposits in direct injection V6 engines
- Variable valve timing (VVT) actuator noise on some engines
- Discharge air injection pump failure
- Timing chain tensioner issues (older LX models)
- Coil pack ignition coil failure
- Intake manifold heat issues on early 5.7L HEMI
- Timing belt service critical on 3.0L CRD diesel
- Potential multi-displacement system (MDS) lifter noise in V8 engines
- Diesel particulate filter (DPF) issues in 3.0L Diesel models
- HEMI V8: occasional misfire due to ignition coils
- 3.0L CRD: EGR and turbocharger issues in high mileage units