Segment:
Full-size/Large Sedan
Target Audience:
Professional automotive technicians and advanced DIY enthusiasts.
Competitors:
Ford Crown Victoria, Toyota Avalon, Buick LeSabre, Oldsmobile Aurora (discontinued models).
Vehicle Design:
Front-wheel drive, distinctive styling, comfortable and spacious interiors.
Manual Value:
Provides detailed, manufacturer-level repair procedures essential for accurate and efficient servicing of these vehicles.
Primary Coverage:
All mechanical and electrical systems for 2004 Chrysler 300M, Concorde, and Intrepid models.
Secondary Coverage:
Body and chassis, diagnostic procedures, troubleshooting guides.
Type:
Factory Service Manual / Repair Manual
Format:
Downloadable Digital Format (PDF)
Searchability:
Fully searchable text for quick information retrieval.
Print Quality:
High-resolution scans for clear text and diagrams, suitable for printing.
Powertrain:
Engine (3.5L V6 High Output), Transmission (4-speed Automatic 42LE), Drivetrain, Exhaust System.
Chassis:
Suspension (Front & Rear), Steering System, Braking System (ABS, Traction Control).
Electrical:
Body Control Module (BCM), Powertrain Control Module (PCM), Lighting, HVAC Electrical, Power Accessories, Audio System, SRS (Airbag) System, Instrument Cluster.
Body:
Exterior Body Panels, Interior Trim, Doors, Windows, Sunroof, Bumpers, Seals.
Maintenance:
Oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and flushes, tune-ups, spark plug replacement.
Diagnostics:
OBD-II diagnostic codes, symptom-based troubleshooting, electrical circuit diagnostics, component testing.
Repair:
Engine overhaul, transmission repair, brake caliper replacement, suspension component replacement, electrical component replacement, body panel repair.
Installation:
Component installation, accessory fitting (where applicable), module programming.
Depth:
Comprehensive: Covers routine maintenance to full engine and transmission rebuilds, including detailed electrical schematics and diagnostic flowcharts.
NHTSA Frontal Driver:
5-Star (for models tested)
NHTSA Frontal Passenger:
5-Star (for models tested)
IIHS Frontal Offset:
Good (for models tested)
Active Safety:
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Traction Control System (TCS), Optional: All-Speed Traction Control.
Passive Safety:
Frontal airbags, Side-impact airbags (optional on some trims), Pretensioner seat belts.
Infotainment System:
Optional Infinity II audio system, AM/FM CD player with cassette, optional satellite radio, optional navigation system.
Driver Assistance:
Traction Control, optional Navigation System, Cruise Control.
Connectivity:
Standard power accessories (windows, locks, mirrors), optional steering wheel audio controls.
Oil Change Interval:
Every 7,500 miles or 6 months (synthetic oil recommended).
Air Filter Replacement:
Every 30,000 miles or 2 years.
Spark Plug Replacement:
Every 100,000 miles (platinum or iridium plugs).
Engine Oil Type:
SAE 5W-30 Synthetic (API SN or newer).
Engine Oil Capacity:
Approx. 4.5 quarts (4.3 liters) with filter change.
Coolant Type:
Mopar OAT (Organic Additive Technology) Antifreeze/Coolant, HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) 5/50.
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4.
Engine:
Timing belt tensioner noise (on earlier 3.5L HO engines, though this generation used a chain), occasional oil leaks from valve covers or oil pan.
Transmission:
Solenoid pack failures, torque converter shudder, potential overheating if not maintained.
Electrical:
Power window motor failures, HVAC blower motor resistor issues, PCM failures (less common).
Suspension:
Worn control arm bushings, strut bearing noise, sway bar link wear.
Brand Focus:
Chrysler's legacy of comfortable, stylish, and technologically advanced American sedans.
300M:
Positioned as a premium, European-inspired sedan with a focus on performance and luxury within the Chrysler lineup.
Concorde/Intrepid:
Continuation of the LH platform, offering refined styling and a spacious interior, with Intrepid generally positioned slightly below Concorde and 300M.
Production Period:
1999-2004 for 300M; 1998-2004 for Concorde and Intrepid (second generation LH platform).
Assembly Plant:
Brampton Assembly, Ontario, Canada.
