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2005 Toyota Solara SLE — V6

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2005 Solara SLE V6.

Body PASSENGER CAREngine V6

The 2005 Toyota Solara SLE is a passenger‑car built on Toyota’s midsize platform and powered by a V6 engine that requires a 4‑quart fill of 5W‑30 API‑rated oil. Its mechanical layout is straightforward, with the V6 delivering the smooth, low‑rev torque typical of the era while the chassis retains the structural rigidity that defines the Solara line. Across the model year, owners reported a modest 92 complaints, most frequently citing structural issues, and the vehicle was subject to a single recall. In the broader reliability record, 2005 marks a relatively stable point for the Solara, indicating that while occasional chassis concerns arise, the generation remains generally dependable for long‑term research.

Model year2008 2007 2006 2005

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity4 qtOEM · verified

Engine oil type5W-30 APIOEM · verified

Lug nut torque76 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 24F · 585 CCA battery, OE oil filter 90915YZZD1. 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 24F · 585 CCAOEM · verified

Tail / brake / turn120AOEM · verified

Tire sizeP215-60R16OEM · verified

Wheel / rim6-JJ inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	90915YZZD1 alt 90915YZZF1
Engine air filter	17801YZZ01
Fuel filter	233000A020
Spark plug	9008091180
Battery	2880007010 alt 2880003044
Front wiper blades	85222AA070 alt 852120C012
Serpentine belt	9936631040 alt 90916A2009
Thermostat	90916A3003 alt 1632562010
Cabin air filter	8713906030

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	192.9 in
Overall width	71.7 in
Overall height	56.3 in
Wheelbase	107.9 in
Curb weight	3583 lb
Track (front / rear)	60.2 / 59.4 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	63/37

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 4 qt of 5W-30 API engine oil, ATF in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 76 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 30.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-2-3-4-5-6.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission Fluid	ATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity	3.7
Automatic Transmission Fluid	ATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity	3.7
Brake Fluid	DOT 3
Differential Gear Oil	ATF
Differential Gear Oil Capacity	3.4 Pints
Engine Oil	5W-30 · API

Engine torques

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs	12 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts	133 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts	162 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts	61 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug	26.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug	30.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts	76 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub	217 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order	1-2-3-4-5-6
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)	700 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)	50 rpm
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)	680 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)	50 rpm
Spark Plug Manufacturer	Denso
Spark Plug Gap	0.039-0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque	18.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R134a
Refrigerant Capacity	1.25-1.38 lbs
Oil Group	PAG
Oil Type	46
Oil Capacity	4.50 oz
Standard BCI Group Number	24F
Standard BCI Cranking Performance	585 cca

Service checks

RPM	44.0-50.0 rpm
Residual Pressure	21 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum	44.0 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum	50.0 psi
Residual Pressure	21.0 psi
Injector Primary Resistance	0.3-100 ohms
Injector Primary Resistance	13.4-14.2 @ 68 degreesF ohms
Engine Compression	145

Brakes

Brake Application	WITH REAR DISC / WITH STANDARD
Torque Caliper to Bracket	25 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle	79 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad Thickness	Front: 0.039; Rear: 0.039 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness	0.039 in
Brake Application	WITH REAR DISC / WITH STANDARD
Rotor Nominal Thickness From	0.472 in / 1.102 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To	0.472 in / 1.102 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

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

18 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90

18 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 5,000 mi; spark plugs at 120,000 mi.

Every 5,000 mi	Brake Linings (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 15,000 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Steering Gear Box Assembly (inspect)
Every 30,000 mi	Air Conditioning Condenser (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect)
At 60,000 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 60,000 mi	Engine Valves (inspect valve lash)
Every 90,000 mi	Timing Belt (replace)
At 120,000 mi	Spark Plugs (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.

Owner complaints about the 2005 Toyota Solara SLE top in one area — the structure, 15 of 92 reports (16%), well ahead of the next concern. NHTSA has issued no recalls for this vehicle, so these are owner-reported concerns only. 22 of the reports describe a crash and 1 a fire — a small share of the total, but worth weighing against the structure pattern above. These are tallies of what owners actually reported to the federal government, not an editorial score — and higher-selling models naturally rack up more reports.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

166

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

Owner complaints

22 involved a crash · 1 a fire

NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars

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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 92 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Structure15

Vehicle Speed Control12

Power Train10

Air Bags5

Seats5

Air Bags,Structure4

Engine3

Unknown Or Other3

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 166 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
T-SB-0055-24 Rev2	2026-01-07	Unknown Or Other	Some 2005 – 2026 Toyota vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a…
T-SB-0035-24 Rev2	2024-12-06	Structure	Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to…
T-SB-0038-24 Rev2	2024-12-06	Structure	To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film…
T-SB-0039-24 Rev2	2024-12-06	Structure	The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the…
T-SB-0061-23 Rev2	2024-12-05	Structure	Toyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to…

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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Vehicles with shared specs

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Group 24F battery Vehicles taking 4 qt Engine oil filter 90915YZZD1 Engine air filter 17801YZZ01 Fuel filter 233000A020 Spark plug 9008091180

Reference guides

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

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2005 Solara SLE V6 take?

4 qt of 5W-30 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 2005 Solara SLE have open recalls?

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