Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 30,000 mi | Transfer Case Assembly (inspect fluid level) |
| Every 60,000 mi | Transfer Case Assembly (inspect fluid level) |
Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2013 300 3.6L.
The 2013 Chrysler 300 3.6L is a full-size passenger car built on the LX platform, pairing its namesake 3.6-liter V6 with an eight-speed automatic transmission to deliver EPA-estimated fuel economy of 19 city, 30 highway, and 23 combined mpg. With a generous 6.0-quart oil capacity requiring 5W-20 viscosity, this iteration of the 300 balances traditional rear-drive proportions with updated refinement. While its 306 owner complaints for the year are a fraction of the model’s 2006 peak of 1,750, the six recalls and concentration of electrical system issues place it squarely in the middle of the 300’s reliability arc—neither the most troubled nor the most trouble-free, but a representative snapshot of the nameplate’s evolution.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 94R · 730 CCA battery, OE oil filter 04884899AC. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
| Engine oil filter | 04884899AC alt 68079744AD |
| Engine air filter | 04861746AB |
| Spark plug | SPLZFR5C11 alt SP149212AC |
| Battery | BBH8A001AA alt BBH7F001AA |
| Front wiper blades | 05182439AB alt 68194930AB |
| Thermostat | 52028898AJ alt 05184894AA |
| Cabin air filter | 68535614AA |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic 8-spd |
| Overall length | 198.8 in |
| Overall width | 75.2 in |
| Overall height | 58.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 120.1 in |
| Curb weight | 4513 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 64.2 / 63.8 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 54/46 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 19 / 30 / 23 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Passenger volume | 106 cu ft |
| Cargo volume | 16 cu ft |
| Recommended fuel | Regular Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent published road-test results.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | S V6 3.6L V6 | 6.40 sec | 14.90 sec | 300 hp | RWD |
| 2013 | S V6 3.6L V6 | 6.50 sec | 15.10 sec | 300 hp | RWD |
| 2012 | S V6 3.6L V6 | 6.60 sec | 15.20 sec | 292 hp | RWD |
| 2011 | Limited V6 3.6L V6 | 7.20 sec | 15.40 sec | 292 hp | RWD |
| 2015 | Limited V6 3.6L V6 | 6.30 sec | 14.80 sec | 292 hp | AWD |
| 2015 | C V6 3.6L V6 | 6.60 sec | 15.00 sec | 292 hp | AWD |
| 2017 | S 3.6L V6 | 6.30 sec | 15.00 sec | 300 hp | RWD |
| 2021 | S 3.6L V6 | 6.70 sec | 15.10 sec | 300 hp | RWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 6.0 qt of 5W-20 API engine oil, 80W-90 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 85-115 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 9.5 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 3 |
| Differential Gear Oil | SYNTHETIC · 75W-140 · GL-5 · MS-8985 |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 2.7 Pints, non_mvc |
| Differential Gear Oil | 80W-90 · GL-5 |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 4 Pints |
| Engine Oil | 5W-20 · API · MS-6395 |
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 7 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 17 ft-lbs |
| Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs | 9 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 85-115 ft-lbs |
| Transfer Case Fill Plug | 17.0 ft-lbs |
| Transfer Case Drain Plug | 17.0 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-2-3-4-5-6 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2 |
| Ignition Coil Primary Resistance | 0.6-0.9 ohms |
| Ignition Coil Secondary Resistance | 6,000-9,000 ohms |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | Champion |
| Spark Plug Type | RER8ZWYCB4 |
| Spark Plug Gap | 0.043 in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 13.0 ft-lbs |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 1.50-1.63 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Oil Capacity | 6.10 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 94R |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 730 cca |
| Pressure Test | 15, Do not allow pressure to exceed 20 psi. |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 16-21 psi |
| Thermostat Opening Temperature | 195 °F |
| Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum) | 58.0 + or - 5.0 psi |
| Engine Compression | 100 |
| Engine Oil Pressure | 30-139 psi |
| Engine Oil Pressure RPM | 3000 rpm |
| Intake Valve Lash | Hydraulic in |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 23 ft-lbs |
| Torque to Knuckle | 98 ft-lbs |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 23 ft-lbs / 44 ft-lbs |
| Torque to Knuckle | 98 ft-lbs |
| Brake Application | WITH FN3 (16 inch) CALIPER PR NOS. 1LH/1ZG |
| Brake Application | WITH FN3 (16 inch) CALIPER PR NOS. 1LH/1ZG |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 44 ft-lbs |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.040; Rear: 0.040 in |
| 1 | 15 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90 | 15 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 30 ft. lbs., step 2: 105 | 30 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 33.0 ft. lbs. Step 3: 75 degrees CAUTION: Do not use a torque wrench for this step. Step 4: 50 degrees CAUTION: Do not use a torque wrench for this step. Step 5: Loosen bolts in reverse sequence Step 6: 22.0 ft. lbs. Step 7: 33.0 ft. lbs. Step 8: 70 degrees CAUTION: Do not use a torque wrench for this step. Step 9: 70 degrees CAUTION: Do not use a torque wrench for this step. Bolts should be checked for stretching using a straight edge. Ay bolts that show stretching should be replaced. | 22 ft. lbs |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 30,000 mi | Transfer Case Assembly (inspect fluid level) |
| Every 60,000 mi | Transfer Case Assembly (inspect fluid level) |
Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.
| Tool required | DRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith) |
| Why | Transmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module |
| When needed | After Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement |
| Tool required | DRBIII scan tool |
| Also required | The vehicle's four-digit PIN code |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2013 Chrysler 300 sits squarely in the middle of a troubled arc for the second-generation model (2011-2014), recording 306 complaints, 6 recalls, 2 investigations, and a striking 316 TSBs—the highest TSB volume of any model year in the dataset and a sharp escalation from the first-generation tail years (2009-2010: 75-81 TSBs). The 424 complaints logged in 2012 mark the generation's early-defect peak, but 2013's 306 figure shows the issues had not yet been fully resolved, with electrical system complaints (93) dominating the picture alongside power train (40), air bag (23), and engine (15) concerns. The 19 crash-related and 16 fire-related complaints that year are noteworthy and warrant a pre-purchase inspection focused on those systems, even though the data does not specify whether they stem from a single root cause. Compared to post-2015 model years, where complaints fall into the double digits and TSBs stabilize, the 2013 represents a clearly riskier used purchase that buyers should approach with a thorough mechanical and electrical inspection rather than as a turn-key proposition.
All 306 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 6 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Upon… Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator…
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic… Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and depending on the part number, will replace the alternator, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began…
Showing 5 of 316 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| S2621000003 REV.A | 2026-03-09 | Power Train | The vehicle will exhibit a service transmission/check engine warning indicator for the… |
| 108463 | 2025-11-18 | Service Brakes | PAD KIT - REAR DISC BRAKE, FRONT DISC BRAKE |
| 108464 | 2025-11-17 | Service Brakes | PAD KIT - REAR DISC BRAKE, FRONT DISC BRAKE |
| 31-001-25 REV. B | 2025-08-16 | Structure | Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading… |
| 31-001-25 REV. A | 2025-08-14 | Structure | Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading… |
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6.0 qt of 5W-20 API MEETING CHRYSLER SPECIFICATION MS-6395, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 19 city / 30 highway / 23 combined mpg.