🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Chrysler

Model:

Fifth Avenue

Model Years Covered:

1990, 1991, 1992, 1993

Body Style:

4-Door Sedan

👋 Introduction

Segment:

Full-size luxury sedan, positioned as a premium offering within the Chrysler lineup.

Target Audience:

Consumers seeking comfortable, spacious, and elegantly styled American sedans with a focus on ride quality and traditional luxury appointments.

Direct Competitors:

Ford Crown Victoria/Grand Marquis, Chevrolet Caprice Classic, Cadillac DeVille, Buick LeSabre/Electra, Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight/Ninety-Eight.

Styling:

Distinctive formal styling, often featuring wire-spoke wheel covers and landau vinyl roofs on some trims, projecting an image of classic American luxury.

Powertrain:

Emphasis on smooth, torquey V8 engines and comfortable automatic transmissions, prioritizing effortless cruising over sporty performance.

Interior Appointments:

Spacious and plush interiors, often with velour or optional leather seating, wood grain accents, and a focus on passenger comfort.

📋 Manual Details

Documentation Type:

Repair Service Manual

Language:

English

Format:

Digital (likely PDF, though format not explicitly stated, commonly offered for older manuals)

Page Count:

Estimated 1000+ pages (typical for comprehensive factory service manuals of this era)

📖 Manual Coverage

Engine Mechanical:

Detailed diagnostic and repair procedures for all major engine components, including cylinder head, block, pistons, connecting rods, crankshaft, camshafts, timing systems, and lubrication.

Engine Performance:

Fuel system, ignition system, emission control systems, cooling system, intake manifold, exhaust system troubleshooting and repair.

Transmission:

Service and overhaul procedures for automatic transmissions, including torque converter, valve body, gear sets, clutch packs, and hydraulic systems.

Drivetrain:

Front-wheel drive axle, CV joints, differential, and drive shaft service.

Suspension:

Front and rear suspension components, including struts, shocks, control arms, ball joints, bushings, and steering knuckle service.

Steering:

Power steering system diagnosis and repair, steering gear, steering column, and linkage service.

Brakes:

Hydraulic brake system, disc brake calipers, rotors, brake pads, drum brake shoes, wheel cylinders, master cylinder, ABS (if equipped) diagnostics and repair.

Electrical System:

Complete wiring diagrams, fuse box locations, relay functions, battery, charging system (alternator), starting system (starter motor) diagnosis and repair.

Body And Trim:

Body panel removal and installation, interior trim, door and window mechanisms, seat adjustments, hood and trunk latch service.

HVAC:

Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system diagnosis, refrigerant handling, compressor, condenser, evaporator, and blower motor service.

Comfort And Convenience:

Power windows, power locks, power seats, cruise control, mirror adjustment system service.

Troubleshooting:

Systematic diagnostic flowcharts and symptom-based troubleshooting guides for common and uncommon issues.

Preventive Maintenance:

Detailed instructions for routine maintenance tasks, including oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks, and lubrication.

Repair Procedures:

Step-by-step repair instructions with detailed diagrams and torque specifications for all major components.

Rebuilding Procedures:

Comprehensive overhaul instructions for engines and transmissions, including component measurement and replacement guidelines.

Specifications And Tolerances:

All critical specifications, torque values, engine clearances, and alignment data required for accurate repair.

Depth Of Information:

Factory-level technical detail suitable for professional technicians and advanced DIY mechanics.

Diagnostic Capabilities:

In-depth diagnostic strategies for electrical, fuel, and mechanical systems, including troubleshooting common failure modes.

📊 Manual Specifications

Digital Format:

PDF (Portable Document Format) - enables searchable text, zoom capabilities, and easy printing.

Clarity Of Diagrams:

High-resolution diagrams and illustrations ensuring clarity for assembly and disassembly procedures.

Physical Binding:

N/A (Digital format, but if printed, would typically be spiral-bound or perfect-bound for ease of use)

Physical Paper:

N/A (Digital format, but factory manuals typically used durable paper for workshop environments)

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Displacement Liter:

5.2 (5.2L)

Engine Displacement Ci:

318 (318 cubic inches)

Engine Type:

V8, Overhead Valve (OHV), Multi-point Fuel Injection (MPI)

Horsepower Gross Hp:

Approx. 170-190 hp (depending on year and specific tune)

Torque Gross Lb Ft:

Approx. 270-290 lb-ft (depending on year and specific tune)

0 60 Mph:

Approx. 9.0-10.5 seconds (typical for this class and era)

Fuel Delivery:

Multi-Port Fuel Injection (MPI)

Fuel Type:

Unleaded Gasoline

Fuel Pump Pressure:

Approximately 31-45 PSI (check manual for exact specification)

Engine Code 318:

EGA (5.2L V8)

🔧 Transmission

Transmission Type:

Automatic

Transmission Model:

TorqueFlite A727 (3-speed Automatic), later potentially A500/A518 (4-speed Automatic with Overdrive)

Optional Transmission Type:

N/A (primarily automatic) - however, some models might have received the 4-speed overdrive variants.

Transmission Fluid Type:

ATF+3 (or equivalent, e.g., Dexron III/Mercon)

Transmission Fluid Capacity:

Approximately 12-14 US quarts (with converter replacement, check manual for exact amount)

📐 Dimensions

Length Inches:

Approx. 203.7 inches

Width Inches:

Approx. 75.0 inches

Height Inches:

Approx. 54.6 inches

Wheelbase Inches:

Approx. 112.7 inches

Passenger Volume Cu Ft:

Approx. 108.0 cu ft

Trunk Volume Cu Ft:

Approx. 20.0 cu ft

Curb Weight Lbs:

Approx. 3700-3900 lbs

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gvwr Lbs:

Approx. 4900 lbs

🛡️ Safety Features

NHTSA Frontal Crash Rating:

Not directly rated by NHTSA in a comparable manner to modern vehicles. Older vehicle safety standards differed.

ABS:

Optional Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) available on some models, particularly later years.

Traction Control:

Rarely available or standard on these models.

Airbags:

Driver-side airbag standard; passenger-side airbag not commonly available until later model years, if at all.

Seat Belts:

Front and rear lap and shoulder belts. Automatic or manual seat belt systems may be present depending on regulatory requirements of the build year.

Child Safety Anchors:

Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) system not standard; child seat restraint systems would rely on seat belts.

💡 Technology Features

Audio System:

AM/FM stereo radio with cassette player. Optional premium sound systems or CD players may have been available.

Display:

Analog gauges, digital clock, basic climate controls with physical knobs and buttons.

Cruise Control:

Standard or optional cruise control system.

Phone Integration:

No integrated Bluetooth or smartphone connectivity. Hands-free communication was not a feature of this era.

🔧 Maintenance

Engine Oil And Filter Change:

Every 3,000 miles or 3 months (traditional interval for this era, using conventional oil).

Transmission Fluid Change:

Every 30,000 miles or 24 months (for severe use, more frequent recommended).

Coolant Flush:

Every 30,000 miles or 24 months.

Spark Plugs:

Inspect every 30,000 miles, replace as needed (typically copper core plugs).

Engine Oil Type And Viscosity:

API SG or higher, SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30 recommended (refer to manual for exact year/climate).

Coolant Type:

Chrysler Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (ethylene glycol based, typically green color).

Power Steering Fluid:

Chrysler Power Steering Fluid or equivalent.

Engine Performance Issues:

Stalling, rough idle due to vacuum leaks, distributor issues, EGR valve problems, fuel injector clogging.

Transmission Problems:

Harsh shifting, delayed engagement, slipping transmission, often related to valve body issues or low fluid pressure.

Electrical Gremlins:

Intermittent electrical issues, faulty relays, wiring harness degradation, especially in engine bay and door jambs.

Suspension And Steering:

Worn ball joints, tie rod ends, bushings leading to loose steering and poor handling. Power steering pump leaks.

📚 Vehicle History

Chrysler Legacy:

Chrysler has a long history of producing large, comfortable, and often luxurious American sedans, building on a legacy of innovation and upscale offerings.

Fifth Avenue Lineage:

The Fifth Avenue nameplate has been used by Chrysler on various large sedans, often as a premium trim level or a standalone model, emphasizing luxury and comfort, typically based on the platform of the Chrysler New Yorker or LeBaron.

Platform:

Based on the Chrysler J-body platform (a variation of the FM platform shared with Dodge Monaco and Eagle Premier).

Manufacturing Location:

United States (primarily St. Louis, Missouri or Newark, Delaware assembly plants).

Production Period:

The Fifth Avenue as a distinct model ran in this iteration from the mid-1980s through 1993. Earlier iterations existed under different model names.

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Industry Awards:

While specific awards for the 1990-1993 Fifth Avenue are not widely publicized, Chrysler sedans of this period were often recognized for comfort, value, and ride quality in consumer surveys and industry publications.