Key Selling Points:
Spacious interior, comfortable ride, distinctive styling for its era.
Competitors:
Ford Taurus, Chevrolet Impala, Toyota Avalon, Buick LeSabre.
Platform Sharing:
Shared with Chrysler LHS, Concorde, and Eagle Vision, benefiting from shared development and manufacturing efficiencies.
Design Philosophy:
Modern American sedan with an emphasis on interior space and comfort.
Powertrain:
Engine (including 2.7L V6, 3.2L V6, 3.5L V6), Transmission (automatic transaxles)
Chassis:
Suspension, Steering, Brakes, Wheels, Tires
Electrical:
Body Electrical System, Powertrain Control Module (PCM), Ignition System, Charging System, Lighting, Instruments, HVAC Controls
Body:
Exterior Body Panels, Interior Trim, Seats, Doors, Glass, HVAC System (Air Conditioning and Heating)
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance intervals, fluid checks and changes, filter replacements, lubrication
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting guides, symptom-based diagnostics, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs)
Repair:
Component removal and installation, component overhaul, system repairs
Technical Specifications:
Torque specifications, fluid capacities and types, electrical schematics, component data
Depth:
Comprehensive: Covers routine maintenance to major overhauls and complex diagnostics.
Type:
4-speed Automatic Transaxle (e.g., 42LE, 45RFE for some later models/engines)
Type:
N/A (All Intrepid models were automatic)
Shifting:
Driver-selectable shifting modes (e.g., Comfort/Sport) may be present on some trims.
Fluid Type:
ATF+4 (Chrysler MS-9602)
NHTSA Driver Front Impact:
4/5 stars
NHTSA Passenger Front Impact:
4/5 stars
ABS:
Standard (Anti-lock Braking System)
Traction Control:
Optional on some trims
Airbags:
Driver and front passenger airbags. Side airbags optional on some trims.
Seatbelts:
Three-point seatbelts with pretensioners
Audio System:
AM/FM stereo with CD player, cassette player. Infinity speaker system available on higher trims.
Navigation:
Optional factory navigation system available on some models.
Aux Input:
Not standard, aftermarket solutions may exist.
Oil Change:
Every 3,000-7,500 miles or 6 months (synthetic blend recommended)
Transmission Fluid Change:
Every 30,000-60,000 miles
Coolant Flush:
Every 30,000-50,000 miles (using appropriate Mopar coolant)
Spark Plugs:
70,000-100,000 miles (depending on plug type, e.g., iridium)
Engine Oil:
SAE 5W-30 (check owner's manual for specific viscosity and API rating)
Coolant:
Chrysler HOAT (Hybrid Organic Acid Technology) coolant, Mopar OAT recommended
Engine 2 7L:
Timing chain tensioner issues, oil sludge buildup if not maintained properly.
Transmission:
Occasional harsh shifting or failure to engage gears, especially with higher mileage and deferred maintenance.
Electrical:
Power window regulators, HVAC blower motor resistor, instrument cluster failures.
Suspension:
Premature wear of control arm bushings and ball joints.
Parent Company:
Chrysler Corporation (later DaimlerChrysler)
First Generation:
1993-1997
Second Generation:
1998-2004 (2003 model year is part of this generation)
Manufacturing Location:
Canada (Windsor, Ontario)
Production Years For Model:
1993-2004
