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ST platform

2005 Chrysler Sebring — 2.4L

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2005 Sebring 2.4L.

Body PASSENGER CAREngine 2.4LTransmission Automatic 4-spd

The 2005 Chrysler Sebring 2.4L is a passenger‑car built on the ST platform and powered by a 2.4‑liter engine that requires 4.5 qt of oil with filter, typically using 10W‑30 or 5W‑30 API‑rated viscosity. Its automatic four‑speed transmission delivers fuel‑economy figures of 19 mpg city, 26 mpg highway and a combined 21 mpg, positioning it competitively within its class. Reliability data show the model accumulated 82 owner complaints, with air‑bag issues topping the list and six recalls issued for the year, while the broader Sebring line (1995‑2013) recorded its lowest complaint count in 2011 (three) and a peak in 1996 (483). Consequently, the 2005 Sebring sits in a middle‑range reliability window, reflecting modest overall durability but highlighting specific concerns that researchers should note.

Model year2005 2004 2003 2002 2001

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity4.5 qt w/ filterOEM · verified

Engine oil type10W-30 / 5W-30 APIOEM · verified

Lug nut torque85-115 ft-lbsOEM · verified

EPA fuel economy19/26/21 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 75 - CONVERTIBLE OR SEDAN · 510 - CONVERTIBLE OR SEDAN CCA battery, OE oil filter 04105409AE. Note the factory engine air filter, fuel filter, front wiper blades and serpentine belt are now discontinued — plan on a superseded or quality aftermarket equivalent, which the part pages below list where known. 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.

Battery groupBCI 75 - CONVERTIBLE OR SEDAN · 510 - CONVERTIBLE OR SEDAN CCAOEM · verified

Tire sizeP205-60TR16OEM · verified

Wheel / rim6.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	04105409AE alt 05175567AB
Engine air filter	05011836AA discontinued · alt MB906051
Fuel filter	MR993092 discontinued
Spark plug	68304168AA alt 68303920AA
Battery	BB86F101AA alt BA075690EX
Front wiper blades	05101870AB discontinued · alt 05101871AB
Serpentine belt	04892444AA discontinued · alt MN187016
Thermostat	P5278144AA alt MD194988

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

Transmission

Automatic 4-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	193.3 in
Overall width	69.3 in
Overall height	55.1 in
Wheelbase	106.3 in
Curb weight	3355 lb
Track (front / rear)	60.2 / 61 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	63/37

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined	19 / 26 / 21 mpg
Drivetrain	Front-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuel	Regular Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 4.5 qt w/ filter of 10W-30 / 5W-30 API engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 85-115 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 18.0-21.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission Fluid	ATF+4
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity	4.0-5.5
Brake Fluid	DOT 3
Engine Oil	10W-30 · API · 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity	4.5 qt w/ filter

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts	134 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts	70 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts	20.8 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts	17 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug	18.0-21.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs	20 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts	85-115 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub	Coupe: NA, Convertible and Sedan: 185 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order	1-3-4-2
Ignition Coil Secondary Resistance	8500
Spark Plug Gap	0.048-0.053 in
Spark Plug Torque	15.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R134a
Oil Group	PAG
Oil Type	46
Standard BCI Group Number	75 - CONVERTIBLE OR SEDAN
Standard BCI Cranking Performance	510 - CONVERTIBLE OR SEDAN cca
Optional BCI Group Number	86 - COUPE
Optional BCI Cranking Performance	525 - COUPE cca

Service checks

Pressure Test	15 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief	14-18 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature	192-199 °F
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)	58.0 + or - 5.0 psi
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (Without Vacuum)	47.0-50.0 psi
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)	38.0 psi
Injector Primary Resistance	13-16 @ 68 degreesF ohms
Engine Compression	170

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket	16 ft-lbs / 26 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle	80 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad Thickness	Front: 0.312; Rear: 0.281 Specifications
Rotor Max Parallel Variation	0.0005 in
Rotor Runout Limit	0.004 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From	0.9 in / 0.35 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To	0.911 in / 0.36 in
Rotor Discard at or Under	0.843 in / 0.285 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages

22 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90

22 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 6,000 mi; spark plugs every 60,000 mi.

Every 6,000 mi	Brake Line (inspect) · Driveshaft (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 18,000 mi	Brake Drum Assembly (inspect)
Every 30,000 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Steering Linkage (inspect) · Suspension Ball Joint (inspect)
Every 60,000 mi	Distributor Cap (inspect) · Distributor Rotor (inspect) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System (inspect) · Fuel System (inspect) · Spark Plug Wires (replace)
At 120,000 mi	Timing Belt (replace)

Owner how-tos

Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.

Common procedures

Key fob — remote (RKE) programming programming new fob buttons Dealer tool OEM · verified

Tool required	DRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith)
Why	Transmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module

Anti-theft (SKIS) — module initialization after immobilizer module replacement Dealer tool OEM · verified

When needed	After Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement
Tool required	DRBIII scan tool
Also required	The vehicle's four-digit PIN code

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2005 Chrysler Sebring stands out as a relatively low-complaint year within its generation, recording just 82 complaints compared to 291 in 2004 and 138 in 2006. Recalls for the 2005 model total 6, which is moderate and aligns with the generation’s range of 3 to 12, while investigations are absent, matching the trend from 2004 onward. The top complaint areas—air bags (14) and electrical system (13)—are notable, though the data does not specify root causes. With 10 crash complaints and 3 fire complaints, the 2005 Sebring presents fewer reported issues than many surrounding years, suggesting it may be a more reliable choice within this generation. Overall, this model year appears to be a solid option for a used purchase, provided a thorough inspection of the air bag and electrical systems is conducted.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

Owner complaints

10 involved a crash · 3 a fire

Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

’95 ’96 ’97 ’98 ’99 ’00 ’01 ’02 ’03 ’04’05’06 ’07 ’08 ’09 ’10 ’11 ’12 ’13

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 82 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Air Bags14

Electrical System13

Power Train6

Engine & Engine Cooling5

Fuel System, Gasoline4

Electrical System,Air Bags3

Steering3

Vehicle Speed Control2

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 6 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

15V338000Air Bags:Frontal:Passenger Side:Inflator ModuleReported 02/06/2015

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2000-2005 Eclipse vehicles manufactured April 5, 1999, to December 17, 2004, 2001-2005 Eclipse Spyder vehicles manufactured January 19, 2000… Remedy: MMNA will notify their owners, and Chrysler will notify the Chrysler and Dodge owners. Dealers will install a tether strap to retain the passenger sun visor, free of charge. The…

09E012000Exterior LightingReported 07/04/2009

SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE… Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 54 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
9004009	2021-04-07	Power Train	Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles…
9004009	2021-03-31	Power Train	Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles…
9004275	2020-07-22	Electrical System	KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC…
9004275	2020-07-22	Electrical System	KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC…
23-015-20	2020-04-30	Equipment	Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

P0300

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

P0171

System too lean — Bank 1

P0455

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

P0128

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

P0442

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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Build data

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Recalls

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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Group 75 battery Vehicles taking 4.5 qt w/ filter ST-platform vehicles Engine oil filter 04105409AE Engine air filter 05011836AA Fuel filter MR993092 Spark plug 68304168AA

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Vehicle recalls & TSBs OBD-II trouble codes Torque specifications Maintenance schedules Fluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2005 Sebring 2.4L take?

4.5 qt w/ filter of ABOVE -10F: 10W-30 API, BELOW 100F: 5W-30 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 2005 Sebring have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 2.4L get?

EPA figures are 19 city / 26 highway / 21 combined mpg.