Target Audience:
Do-it-yourself enthusiasts and professional automotive technicians.
Dealer Equivalence:
Equivalent to the service manual used by authorized Chrysler dealerships.
Instructional Style:
Detailed step-by-step instructions with hundreds of photos and illustrations.
Practicality:
Printable pages for use in the garage or workshop.
Value Proposition:
Inexpensive way to keep the vehicle working properly, saving on repair costs.
Powertrain Diagnostics:
Detailed diagnostic procedures for engine and transmission systems.
Chassis Diagnostics:
Diagnostic troubleshooting for suspension, steering, and brake systems.
Electrical Diagnostics:
Comprehensive coverage of electrical systems, including lighting, accessories, and body control modules.
Engine Management Diagnostics:
In-depth analysis of Powertrain Control Modules (PCM), sensors, and actuators for both 2.7L and 3.5L engines.
Transmission Diagnostics:
Diagnostic procedures for the automatic transmission (e.g., 42LE).
HVAC Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
Safety System Diagnostics:
Diagnostic information for airbag systems and other safety-related components.
Troubleshooting Charts:
Includes detailed symptom-based troubleshooting charts and flowcharts.
Diagnostic Test Procedures:
Step-by-step instructions for performing diagnostic tests using specialized tools and equipment.
Wiring Diagrams:
Schematic diagrams for electrical systems to aid in diagnosis.
Component Testing:
Procedures for testing the functionality of individual components.
OBD Ii Diagnosis:
Coverage of On-Board Diagnostics II (OBD-II) codes and their interpretation.
Repair Procedures:
Step-by-step repair instructions integrated with diagnostic findings.
Depth Of Information:
Advanced diagnostics and repair procedures, suitable for professional technicians and experienced DIYers.
Diagnostic Tools Required:
Specifies necessary diagnostic tools, scan tools, and measurement equipment.
Searchable Text:
Likely searchable text due to 'scanned: no' implying digital creation.
Printability:
Printable without restriction
Resolution:
High resolution, suitable for clear viewing and printing.
Binding:
Digital (PDF), not physically bound.
Paper Type:
Digital, no physical paper type.
Engine Option 1:
2.7L V6 DOHC (EER)
Engine Option 2:
3.5L V6 SOHC (EGV)
2.7L Horsepower:
200 hp @ 6400 rpm (approximate)
2.7L Torque:
195 lb-ft @ 4300 rpm (approximate)
3.5L Horsepower:
242 hp @ 6400 rpm (approximate)
3.5L Torque:
250 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm (approximate)
Fuel Delivery:
Sequential Electronic Fuel Injection (SEFI)
Coolant Type:
Chrysler HOAT (Hybrid Organic Acid Technology) Antifreeze/Coolant (e.g., Mopar 1-9460 G)
Oil Type:
SAE 5W-30 Synthetic or Conventional Motor Oil
Oil Capacity 2.7L:
4.5 US quarts (4.3 liters) with filter change (approximate)
Oil Capacity 3.5L:
5.0 US quarts (4.7 liters) with filter change (approximate)
Transmission Type:
4-Speed Automatic Transaxle
Common Transmission Code:
42LE
Transmission Fluid Type:
ATF+4 (Automatic Transmission Fluid Type 4)
Transmission Fluid Capacity:
Approximately 6.5 quarts (6.2 liters) for a fluid change (check dipstick)
NHTSA Frontal Driver Impact:
5-Star (for 1999 model year, based on available data for similar vehicles)
NHTSA Frontal Passenger Impact:
5-Star (for 1999 model year, based on available data for similar vehicles)
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Traction Control:
Optional Traction Control System (TCS)
Airbags:
Driver and front passenger airbags
Seatbelts:
Three-point seat belts with pretensioners
Oil And Filter Change:
Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first (using synthetic oil).
Transmission Fluid Change:
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, under normal driving conditions.
Coolant Flush:
Every 100,000 miles (160,000 km) or 5 years, for HOAT coolant.
Power Steering Fluid:
ATF+4 or Mopar Power Steering Fluid
Headliner Sagging:
Common issue due to adhesive breakdown over time.
Power Window Motors:
Failures of power window regulators and motors.
Heater Core Leaks:
Potential for leaks in the heater core, leading to coolant loss and fogging.
Automatic Transmission Issues:
Occasional reports of harsh shifting or transmission control problems, often related to solenoids or valve bodies.
Brand Legacy:
Chrysler's legacy of large, comfortable, and stylish sedans.
Platform Basis:
Based on the Chrysler LH platform, shared with Dodge Intrepid and Eagle Vision.
Unique Positioning:
Positioned as a more premium and performance-oriented sedan within the Chrysler lineup.
Production Years:
1999-2004
Manufacturing Location:
Bramalea, Ontario, Canada
