Vehicle Segment:
Full-size luxury sedan.
Target Audience:
Consumers seeking a distinctive, American-styled luxury vehicle with strong road presence.
Key Competitors:
Cadillac DTS, Lincoln Town Car, Buick Lucerne, and import luxury sedans like the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and BMW 5 Series.
Styling:
Distinctive retro-inspired styling, reminiscent of classic American luxury cars.
Powertrain Options:
Available with powerful V8 engines, offering strong performance.
Platform Basis:
Utilizes the LX platform, shared with the Dodge Charger, Magnum, and Chrysler 300 Touring.
Engine Components:
Detailed diagrams and part numbers for all engine variants.
Drivetrain Components:
Exploded views of transmission, differential, and axle assemblies.
Suspension Steering:
Complete parts listing for front and rear suspension, steering gear, and power steering components.
Braking System:
Brake calipers, rotors, pads, lines, and associated hardware part numbers.
Cooling System:
Radiator, fan, water pump, thermostat, hoses, and coolant reservoir parts.
Fuel System:
Fuel pump, injectors, lines, filter, and tank assembly part identification.
Exhaust System:
Exhaust manifolds, catalytic converters, mufflers, pipes, and hangers.
Electrical System:
Wiring harnesses, sensors, actuators, alternators, starter motors, and battery components.
Lighting System:
Headlights, taillights, interior lights, and associated bulbs and housings.
Body Exterior:
Bumpers, fenders, doors, hood, trunk lid, glass, mirrors, and trim pieces.
Body Interior:
Seats, dashboard, door panels, carpets, headliner, and trim.
HVAC System:
Compressor, condenser, evaporator, heater core, blower motor, and climate control parts.
Parts Identification:
Comprehensive exploded views with cross-referenced part numbers.
Supersession Information:
Indicates superseded and updated part numbers.
Alternative Parts:
May list alternative or optional parts where applicable.
Depth Of Coverage:
Detailed parts catalog for OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) replacement.
Application Scope:
Covers all factory-installed options and variations for the 2005 model year.
Engine Code 1:
EZH (5.7L HEMI V8)
Displacement 1:
5.7 Liters (345 cu in)
Configuration 1:
V8, overhead valves (OHV)
Horsepower 1:
340 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque 1:
390 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Fuel System 1:
Multi-point fuel injection, Multi-Displacement System (MDS)
Engine Code 2:
EGG (3.5L V6 High Output)
Displacement 2:
3.5 Liters (215 cu in)
Configuration 2:
V6, overhead valves (OHV)
Horsepower 2:
250 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque 2:
250 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm
Fuel System 2:
Multi-point fuel injection
Engine Code 3:
ESF (2.7L V6)
Displacement 3:
2.7 Liters (167 cu in)
Configuration 3:
V6, overhead valves (OHV)
Horsepower 3:
190 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque 3:
200 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Fuel System 3:
Multi-point fuel injection
Transmission Type V6:
4-speed automatic (42RLE)
Transmission Type V8 AWD:
5-speed automatic (NAG1)
Transmission Type V8 Rwd:
5-speed automatic (NAG1)
All Wheel Drive:
Optional on V8 models, standard on some 300C AWD variants.
Manual Mode:
AutoStick (manual shifting capability) on 5-speed transmissions.
NHTSA Frontal Driver:
5-star
NHTSA Frontal Passenger:
5-star
NHTSA Side Driver:
4-star
NHTSA Side Rear Passenger:
4-star
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS).
Traction Control:
Standard Traction Control (TCS).
Electronic Stability:
Optional Electronic Stability Control (ESC) often bundled with other packages.
Airbags Front:
Standard front airbags.
Airbags Side:
Optional front side-impact airbags and full-length side curtain airbags.
Seatbelts:
All seating positions with three-point seatbelts.
Oil Change Interval:
Every 5,000 - 7,500 miles or 6-12 months, depending on oil type and driving conditions.
Tire Rotation Interval:
Every 5,000 - 7,500 miles.
Spark Plug Replacement V6:
Approximately 100,000 miles (iridium).
Spark Plug Replacement V8:
Approximately 100,000 miles (HEMI).
Engine Oil Type V6:
SAE 5W-30 Synthetic (Check owner's manual for specific Chrysler MS-6395 approval).
Engine Oil Type V8:
SAE 5W-20 Synthetic (Check owner's manual for specific Chrysler MS-6395 approval).
Transmission Fluid Type 4Spd:
ATF+4 (Mopar)
Transmission Fluid Type 5Spd:
ATF+4 (Mopar) or MB 236.10 specification fluid.
Coolant Type:
HOAT (Hybrid Organic Acid Technology) Orange Coolant (Chrysler specification).
Common Complaints V8:
Rocker arm wear/failure (HEMI tick), MDS issues, power steering pump leaks.
Common Complaints General:
Water pump leaks, HVAC blend door actuator failures, suspension component wear (ball joints, control arms).
Parent Company:
DaimlerChrysler Corporation.
First Generation:
Launched for the 2005 model year.
Design Inspiration:
Revival of the classic Chrysler 300 letter series, influenced by the 1955 Chrysler C-300.
Manufacturing Plant:
Brampton Assembly Plant, Brampton, Ontario, Canada.
