Target Audience:
Families, fleet operators
Key Competitors 2008:
Toyota Sienna, Honda Odyssey, Dodge Grand Caravan, Chrysler Town & Country, Ford Freestar/Windstar
Engine Offering:
Powerful 3.8L V6 engine as a primary option
Versatility:
Spacious interior, flexible seating arrangements
Value Proposition:
Often offered competitive pricing and features
Engine Mechanical:
Cylinder head, block, pistons, crankshaft, connecting rods, valvetrain
Engine Fuel System:
Fuel injection, injectors, fuel pump, fuel filter, fuel pressure regulator
Engine Ignition System:
Spark plugs, ignition coils, crankshaft position sensor, camshaft position sensor
Engine Cooling System:
Radiator, water pump, thermostat, coolant hoses, fan
Engine Lubrication System:
Oil pump, oil filter, oil pan, lubrication passages
Engine Exhaust System:
Exhaust manifold, catalytic converter, mufflers, oxygen sensors
Engine Intake System:
Intake manifold, throttle body, air filter, MAF sensor
Emission Control:
EGR system, PCV system, evaporative emission control (EVAP)
Routine Maintenance:
Oil changes, filter replacements, spark plug replacement, coolant flushes
Component Removal Installation:
Engine assembly, cylinder heads, oil pan, water pump, timing components
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic procedures for common engine faults, symptom-based diagnosis
Rebuilding Overhaul:
Engine disassembly, inspection, measurement, and reassembly specifications
Torque Specifications:
Precise torque values for critical engine fasteners
Timing Procedures:
Engine timing belt/chain replacement and setting procedures
Depth:
Comprehensive from basic maintenance to complete engine overhaul and diagnostics
Engine Name:
Lambda II (G6CU)
Displacement:
3.8 Liters (3778 cc)
Configuration:
V6 (60-degree bank angle)
Valvetrain:
DOHC (Double Overhead Camshaft), 24 valves (4 per cylinder)
Bore X Stroke:
96.0 mm x 87.0 mm
Compression Ratio:
10.0:1
Horsepower:
240-250 hp (SAE Net) @ 6000 rpm (approx.)
Torque:
250-260 lb-ft (SAE Net) @ 4500 rpm (approx.)
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Fuel Injection (MPI - Multi-Point Injection)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline (87 octane recommended)
ECU Type:
Engine Control Unit (ECU) with integrated diagnostics
Length:
Approximately 199.0 inches
Width:
Approximately 78.1 inches
Height:
Approximately 69.1 inches
Wheelbase:
Approximately 118.1 inches
Seating Capacity:
7 or 8 passengers
Cargo Volume Behind 3Rd Row:
Approximately 32.0 cubic feet
Cargo Volume Max:
Approximately 142.0 cubic feet
Curb Weight:
Approximately 4400-4600 lbs
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gvwr:
Approximately 5900-6100 lbs
NHTSA Front Impact:
5-star (Driver and Passenger)
NHTSA Side Impact:
5-star (Driver and Passenger)
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System
Traction Control:
Standard Traction Control System (TCS)
Esc:
Standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Airbags:
Front, front-side, and side-curtain airbags
Seatbelts:
3-point seatbelts with pretensioners
Audio System:
AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system, optional premium audio
Display:
Center stack display for audio, climate, and optional navigation
Cruise Control:
Standard cruise control
Parking Assist:
Optional rear parking sensors
Auxiliary Input:
Standard auxiliary audio input jack
Usb Port:
Not commonly available on this model year
Oil Change Interval:
Every 5,000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first
Engine Air Filter Replacement:
Every 30,000 miles or 24 months
Spark Plug Replacement:
Every 100,000 miles (Iridium type)
Coolant Flush:
Every 60,000 miles or 5 years
Engine Oil Type:
API SN/SP, ILSAC GF-5 or newer; SAE 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity:
Approximately 5.5 US quarts (with filter)
Coolant Type:
Ethylene Glycol based coolant, P-HOAT or OAT type (typically orange or red)
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4
Engine Oil Consumption:
Some reports of increased oil consumption with higher mileage
Timing Chain Wear:
Potential for timing chain stretch or guide wear over time, leading to rattle
Oil Cooler Leaks:
Possible leaks from the oil cooler seals or connections
Catalytic Converter:
Can be prone to failure or clogging with age/mileage
