Engine Mechanical:
Complete Engine Mechanical Systems (Assembly, Disassembly, Reassembly, Timing, Cooling, Lubrication)
Engine Electrical:
Engine Management Systems (ECU, Sensors, Actuators, Ignition, Fuel Injection)
Transmission Automatic:
Automatic Transmission Systems (Operation, Maintenance, Repair, Control)
Transmission Manual:
Manual Transmission Systems (Operation, Maintenance, Repair)
Drivetrain:
Drivetrain Components (Driveshafts, Differentials, Axles, AWD System)
Suspension:
Suspension Systems (Front and Rear Suspension, Shocks, Struts, Bushings)
Steering:
Steering Systems (Power Steering, Steering Gear, Linkages)
Brakes:
Brake Systems (Hydraulic, ABS, EBD, Disc and Drum Brakes, Parking Brake)
Exhaust:
Exhaust Systems (Catalytic Converter, Mufflers, Pipes, Emissions Control)
Cooling System:
Cooling System (Radiator, Water Pump, Thermostat, Coolant)
Fuel System:
Fuel System (Fuel Pump, Injectors, Tank, Lines, Pressure Regulator)
Climate Control:
HVAC System (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Components, Refrigerant)
Electrical System:
Complete Vehicle Electrical System (Battery, Charging System, Lighting, Fuses, Relays)
Body Exterior:
Body Exterior (Panels, Doors, Hood, Liftgate, Bumpers, Glass, Trim)
Body Interior:
Body Interior (Seats, Upholstery, Dashboard, Trim Panels, Carpets)
Safety Systems:
Safety Systems (Airbags, Seatbelts, SRS, ABS)
Chassis And Frame:
Chassis and Frame (Structural Components, Corrosion Protection)
Wheels And Tires:
Wheels and Tires (Specifications, Mounting, Balancing)
Routine Maintenance:
Routine Maintenance Procedures (Oil Changes, Filter Replacements, Fluid Checks)
Troubleshooting:
Troubleshooting Guides and Diagnostic Procedures for All Systems
Engine Repair:
Detailed Engine Repair and Rebuild Procedures
Transmission Repair:
Transmission Removal, Installation, and Repair Procedures
Brake System Repair:
Brake Component Replacement and Bleeding Procedures
Suspension Component Replacement:
Suspension Component Replacement (Struts, Shocks, Bushings, Ball Joints)
Electrical Diagnostics:
Electrical System Diagnosis and Component Testing
Bodywork Repair:
Body Panel Alignment and Minor Repair Procedures
HVAC System Service:
HVAC System Service and Component Replacement
Tune Up Procedures:
Complete Tune-Up Procedures
Alignment Specifications:
Wheel Alignment Specifications and Adjustment Procedures
Torque Specifications:
All Torque Specifications for Engine, Chassis, and Body Components
Depth:
Comprehensive (Covers from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission overhauls, including electrical diagnostics and body repairs)
NHTSA Front Crash Rating:
★★★★☆
NHTSA Side Crash Rating:
★★★★★
IIHS Moderate Overlap Front Test:
Good
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System
Ebd:
Standard Electronic Brake-force Distribution
Esc:
Standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Traction Control:
Standard Traction Control System (TCS)
Airbags:
Front Airbags, Side-Curtain Airbags, Front Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Seatbelts:
3-Point Seatbelts with Pretensioners and Load Limiters
Child Seat Anchors:
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) System
Oil Change Interval:
Every 7,500 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first
Air Filter Replacement Interval:
Every 30,000 miles or 24 months
Cabin Air Filter Replacement Interval:
Every 15,000 miles or 12 months
Spark Plug Replacement Interval 2.4L:
100,000 miles (Iridium)
Spark Plug Replacement Interval 3.8L:
100,000 miles (Iridium)
Coolant Flush Interval:
Every 100,000 miles or 5 years
Engine Oil Spec 2.4L:
API SM or higher, SAE 5W-20
Engine Oil Spec 3.8L:
API SM or higher, SAE 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity 2.4L:
4.5 US quarts (4.3 liters) with filter
Engine Oil Capacity 3.8L:
5.0 US quarts (4.7 liters) with filter
Coolant Spec:
Ethylene Glycol Based Antifreeze (e.g., Asian Blue)
Common Complaint 1:
Premature wear of front suspension components (ball joints, control arm bushings)
Common Complaint 2:
Water pump leaks (especially on V6 models)
Common Complaint 3:
Crankshaft Position Sensor failures leading to stalling
Common Complaint 4:
HVAC blower motor resistor failure
Common Complaint 5:
Transmission shift quality issues or solenoid failures (less common)