🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Dodge

Model:

Stratus

Year:

1999

Platform:

JA (Chrysler's D-Body platform)

👋 Introduction

Positioning:

Comprehensive DIY and professional repair resource for the 1999 Dodge Stratus.

Advantage:

Direct access to manufacturer-level diagnostic and repair information, comparable to official dealership manuals.

Unique Selling Points:

Complete coverage for all models/trims/engines/transmissions, detailed diagrams and photos, step-by-step instructions, troubleshooting guides.

Savings:

Enables significant savings on repair and maintenance costs by empowering owners to perform tasks themselves.

📋 Manual Details

All Models:

Yes (All Models/Engines/Trim/Transmissions Types covered)

Estimated Pages:

Extensive (Hundreds of pages)

Type:

Workshop Repair and Service Manual

Language:

English

File Format:

PDF

Delivery Method:

Instant Download

📖 Manual Coverage

Engine Service Repair:

Yes

Transmission Service Repair:

Yes

Brake System:

Yes

Electrical System:

Yes

Wiring Diagrams:

Yes

Suspension:

Yes

Steering:

Yes

Cooling System:

Yes

Fuel Injection Fuel System:

Yes

Emission System:

Yes

Heater Air Conditional:

Yes

Engine Control System:

Yes

Chassis Body:

Yes

Restraint System:

Yes

Interior:

Yes

Differential Drive:

Yes

Axle:

Yes

General Maintenance:

Yes

Troubleshooting:

Yes

Periodic Lubrication:

Yes

Repair Procedures:

Yes (Detailed substeps, numbered instructions, critical information notes)

Diagnostics:

Yes (Comprehensive diagnostic information)

Disassembly Assembly:

Yes

Cleaning Reinstalling:

Yes

Depth:

Professional Technician Level (Same manual used in local service/repair shops)

Illustrations:

Yes (Detailed illustrations, drawings, and photos)

Diagnostics Procedures:

Yes (Troubleshooting combined with detailed wiring diagrams)

📊 Manual Specifications

Printability:

Full Printable

Zoom Functionality:

Yes (Zoom IN/OUT)

Requirements:

Adobe PDF Reader & WinZip

Compatibility:

All Versions of Windows & Mac

Binding:

N/A (Digital Download)

Paper:

N/A (Digital Download)

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Available Engines:

2.0L I4 (SOHC, 16-valve), 2.4L I4 (DOHC, 16-valve), 2.7L V6 (SOHC, 24-valve)

Horsepower 2.0L:

132 hp @ 5800 rpm

Torque 2.0L:

124 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm

Horsepower 2.4L:

150 hp @ 5900 rpm

Torque 2.4L:

160 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm

Horsepower 2.7L V6:

170 hp @ 5800 rpm

Torque 2.7L V6:

175 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm

Fuel Delivery:

Multi-Port Fuel Injection (MPI)

ECU:

PCM (Powertrain Control Module)

Oil Type 2.0L:

SAE 5W-30 (API Certified)

Oil Capacity 2.0L:

4.0 quarts (3.8 Liters) with filter

Oil Type 2.4L:

SAE 5W-30 (API Certified)

Oil Capacity 2.4L:

4.0 quarts (3.8 Liters) with filter

Oil Type 2.7L V6:

SAE 5W-30 (API Certified)

Oil Capacity 2.7L V6:

4.5 quarts (4.3 Liters) with filter

🔧 Transmission

Transmission Type 2.0L:

4-Speed Automatic (40TE)

Transmission Type 2.4L/2.7L:

4-Speed Automatic (41TE)

Transmission Fluid Type:

ATF+4 (Chrysler Automatic Transmission Fluid)

Transmission Fluid Capacity:

Approx. 7.5 quarts (7.1 Liters) for refill

📐 Dimensions

Wheelbase:

106.0 inches (2692 mm)

Length:

190.1 inches (4828 mm)

Width:

70.2 inches (1783 mm)

Height:

56.1 inches (1425 mm)

Curb Weight Approx:

3100 - 3300 lbs (1406 - 1497 kg), varies by engine and trim

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Approx:

4200 - 4400 lbs (1905 - 2000 kg)

🛡️ Safety Features

NHTSA Rollover Resistance:

Not explicitly rated for this model year, typical for sedans of the era.

ABS:

Available (Standard on some trims)

Airbags:

Driver and Passenger Frontal Airbags (Standard)

Seatbelts:

3-point front and rear seat belts

💡 Technology Features

Audio System:

Factory AM/FM stereo with cassette player, optional CD player and premium speaker systems.

Display:

Basic analog gauges, central digital odometer.

Cruise Control:

Available (Standard on some trims)

Auxiliary Input:

Not typically available from factory; aftermarket solutions exist.

🔧 Maintenance

Oil And Filter Change:

Every 3,000-5,000 miles (4,800-8,000 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first, depending on driving conditions and oil type used.

Tire Rotation:

Every 5,000-7,500 miles (8,000-12,000 km)

Transmission Fluid Change:

Inspect every 30,000 miles (48,000 km), recommended service every 60,000-100,000 miles (96,000-160,000 km) or as per manual's specific guidance.

Coolant Flush:

Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 2 years

Coolant Type:

Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant (Blue) or equivalent HOAT (Hybrid Organic Acid Technology) coolant, 50/50 mix with distilled water.

Brake Fluid Type:

DOT 3

Power Steering Fluid Type:

ATF+4 (or specified Chrysler fluid)

Common Problems:

Head gasket failures (especially on the 2.7L V6), transmission issues (solenoids, torque converter), A/C system leaks, power window motor failures, dashboard plastic degradation, coolant leaks from intake manifold gaskets.

📚 Vehicle History

Dodge Legacy:

Part of Chrysler Corporation's sedan lineup, known for performance-oriented vehicles and practical family cars.

Generation:

First Generation (1995-2006). Introduced as a replacement for the Dodge Spirit/Dynasty.

Manufacturing Location:

Sterling Heights, Michigan, USA

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Common Appraisals:

Generally considered a competent mid-size sedan for its era, offering good value. Some engine variants (like the 2.7L V6) had known reliability concerns that impacted its long-term reputation.