EagleSummit19951.5L/eagle/summit/1995/1-5l/
B9 platform

1995 Eagle Summit — 1.5L

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1995 Summit 1.5L.

Engine 1.5LTransmission Automatic 3-spd

The 1995 Eagle Summit 1.5L is a B9-platform subcompact powered by a 1.5-liter engine paired with a three-speed automatic transmission, with routine service calling for 4.7 quarts of 10W-30 or 5W-30 API oil and an EPA rating of 24 city/29 highway/26 combined mpg. Within the 1990–1996 model run, its reliability record is comparatively mild, logging 31 owner complaints against the line's peak of 100 in 1993, though air bags stand out as the most reported concern and the year carries one recall. That placement near the lower end of the complaint curve makes the 1995 Summit a relatively settled point in the model's later history, even though the air-bag issue still warrants closer inspection.

Model year1996199519941993

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity4.7 qt w/ filterOEM · verified
Engine oil type10W-30 / 5W-30 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque65-80 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy24/29/26 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 51 · 435 CCA battery, OE oil filter 05142416AC. Note the factory engine air filter, fuel filter, front wiper blades, serpentine belt and thermostat are now discontinued — plan on a superseded or quality aftermarket equivalent, which the part pages below list where known.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 51 · 435 CCAOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter05142416AC
Engine air filterMB906051 discontinued · alt MR571472
Fuel filterMB658689 discontinued · alt MB504760
Spark plug68308887AA alt MS851727
Front wiper bladesMB859050 discontinued · alt MB944047
Serpentine beltMR148513 discontinued · alt MB813251
ThermostatMD315301 discontinued · alt MD337408

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 3-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length171.3 in
Overall width66.1 in
Overall height51.6 in
Wheelbase96.1 in
Track (front / rear)57.1 / 57.1 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)62/38

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined24 / 29 / 26 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume89 cu ft
Cargo volume11 cu ft
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 4.7 qt w/ filter of 10W-30 / 5W-30 API engine oil. Torque lug nuts to 65-80 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 26-32 ft-lbs.

Lubricants & capacities

Engine Oil10W-30 · API · 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity4.7 qt w/ filter

Engine torques

Engine Flywheel Bolts94-101 ft-lbs
Main Bearings36-40 ft-lbs
Oil Pan to Block Bolts4-6 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug26-32 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs9-10 ft-lbs
Engine Valve Cover Bolts1.1-1.4 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Differential Fill Plug36.0 ft-lbs
Differential drain Plug43.0-51.0 ft-lbs
Driveshaft Flange to Transmission145-188 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts65-80 ft-lbs
Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts17.0-25.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug14.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug14.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub145-188 ft-lbs

Ignition

Spark Plug Gap0.039-0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque15.0-21.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.88 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type56
Oil Capacity4.50-5.50 oz
Standard BCI Group Number51
Standard BCI Cranking Performance435 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test13 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief13 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature180 °F
Engine Compression137 minimum. Maximum variation of 14. psi
Engine Compression100 Minimum psi

Brakes

Brake ApplicationWITH REAR DISC
Torque Caliper to Bracket20 ft-lbs / 54 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle36-43 ft-lbs / 65 ft-lbs
Brake ApplicationWITH REAR DISC
Torque Caliper to Bracket32 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle36-43 ft-lbs / 65 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad Thickness0.080 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness1.040 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
114.5 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9014.5 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 7,500 mi; spark plugs every 60,000 mi; coolant every 30,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 30,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 miBrake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Clutch Master Cylinder (inspect fluid level) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Power Steering System (inspect)
Every 15,000 miAxle Shaft Oil Seal (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 30,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
Every 60,000 miDistributor Cap (inspect) · Distributor Rotor (inspect) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System (inspect) · Fuel Tank (inspect) · Fuel Tank Filler Cap (inspect) · Spark Plug Wires (replace)
Every 100,000 miTiming Belt (replace)

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 1995 Eagle Summit shows a complaint count of 31, which is lower than the 1992‑1993 peak (55‑100) but higher than the 1994 low of 18. Recall activity remained steady at one recall, matching the low‑recall years of 1990, 1991, 1994 and 1996, while investigations dropped to zero in 1995 after reaching four in 1994. The most frequent complaint areas for 1995 were Air Bags (8 reports) and Power Train (7 reports), with fewer reports for Service Brakes, Hydraulic and Visibility. Crash‑related complaints numbered nine and there were no fire complaints. Overall, 1995 sits in a downward phase of the complaint trend after the 1993 peak, indicating relatively fewer systemic issues compared with the early‑1990s years. **Takeaway:** Given its moderate complaint level, absence of investigations, and limited recall history, the 1995 Eagle Summit can be a reasonable used‑car choice provided that a pre‑purchase inspection focuses on the airbag and powertrain systems.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
2
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
31
Owner complaints
9 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 31 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Air Bags8
Power Train7
Service Brakes, Hydraulic2
Visibility2
Seat Belts,Seats1
Engine & Engine Cooling1
Power Train,Vehicle Speed Control1
Steering1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

98V168003Power Train:Automatic TransmissionReported 05/10/1998

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: ALL WHEEL DRIVE PASSENGER VEHICLES. LOCKUP OF THE TRANSFER CASE CAN OCCUR DUE TO INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION. Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLES FOR ADEQUACY OF THE TRANSFER CASE OIL VOLUME, TRANSFER CASE OIL LEAKAGE, AND OPERATIONAL DEGRADATION OF THE TRANSFER CASE MECHANISM. IF OIL…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
R2118796A2016-02-26Engine And Engine CoolingValve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
2335991999-09-03SeatsINFORMATION ON CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT

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

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 1995 Summit 1.5L take?

4.7 qt w/ filter of ABOVE 0 degrees F: 10W-30 API, BELOW: 100 degrees F: 5W-30 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 1995 Summit have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 1.5L get?

EPA figures are 24 city / 29 highway / 26 combined mpg.