2000 Dodge Stratus service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.
Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and reference wiring diagrams and system sections quickly while you work.
What’s included
- Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
- Specifications and reference data (where provided)
- Wiring diagrams and electrical sections
- Powertrain, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC and more
Trims covered
- LE Sedan 4-Door
- ES Sedan 4-Door
- R/T Sedan 4-Door
- SE Sedan 4-Door
- LX Sedan 4-Door
Engines covered
- 2.4L 2429CC 148Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
- 2.5L 2497CC 152Cu. In. V6 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
- 2.4L 2429CC 148Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
- 2.0L 1996CC 122Cu. In. l4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
Index / Table of contents
- Body
- Brakes
- Chassis Electrical
- Driveline
- Engine Cooling
- Engine Electrical
- Engine Mechanical
- Engine Performance & Emission Controls
- Fuel System
- General Information & Identification
- Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
- Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
- Steering
- Suspension
- Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
- Wiring Diagrams
CERTAIN TIGAS FUEL PUMP MODULES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JUNE 1 AND SEPTEMBER 24, 2006, SOLD UNDER VARIOUS BRAND NAMES AND P/NOS. THESE FUEL PUMP MODULES ARE SOLD AS AFTERMARKET FOR USE IN CERTAIN DAIMLE
FUEL RESTRICTION COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF POWER AND/OR ENGINE STALL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE
TI AUTOMOTIVE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMP MODULES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RE
QUALIS AUTOMOTIVE IS RECALLING CERTAIN AFTERMARKET BALL JOINTS SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE SOCKET MAY HAVE BEEN EXCESSIVELY HARDENED WHICH COULD CAUSE IT TO CRACK NEAR THE RETAINI
SEPARATION OF THE BALL STUD FROM THE SOCKET OF THE BALL JOINT HOUSING WOULD ALLOW THE CONTROL ARM TO
QUALIS AUTOMOTIVE WILL REPLACE THE BALL JOINTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER
IMPORT PRODUCTS IS RECALLING 30,351 FUEL FILTERS SOLD TO AND BRANDED BY THE AFFINIA GROUP AS CARQUEST P/N 86523, NAPA P/N 3523, AND WIX P/N 33523 FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT ON THE VEHICLES LISTE
THIS CONDITION MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
THE AFFINIA GROUP WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE FILTERS WILL BE REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RE
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.4 LITER ENGINES, THE HIGH PRESSURE POWER STEERING HOSE MAY PREMATURELY HEAT AGE AND DEVELOP A LEAK.
POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY RESULT IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HIGH PRESSURE POWER STEERING HOSE FREE OF CHARGE. THE THE RECALL BEGAN ON
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE AFFECTED VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH INCORRECT CHILD LOCK INSTRUCTION LABELS.
THE INCORRECT LABELS COULD CAUSE CONFUSION AS TO WHETHER THE CHILDPROOF SAFETY LOCK WAS ACTIVATED.
OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH CORRECT LABELS.
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE AFFECTED VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH UNPAINTED FUEL TANK STRAPS.
THE PAINT PROVIDES CORROSION PROTECTION NECESSARY TO ENSURE THE STRAPS DO NOT LOOSEN OVER TIME.
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK STRAPS.
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicl
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicl
Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are neces
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *KB
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *SC
AIR CONDITIONER AND HEATER PERFORMANCE. *TT
INCORRECT CYLINDER HEAD COVER TORQUE SPECIFICATION. *TT
Showing the 8 most recent of 42 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.
WHILE STOPPING ABRUPTLY THE BRAKES LOCKED UP AND DID NOT SLOW THE VEHICLE CAUSING CONSUMER TO REAR END THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HIM, THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, DRIVER AND OCCUPANTS SUFFERED HEAD AND
WHILE STOPPING ABRUPTLY THE BRAKES LOCKED UP AND DID NOT SLOW THE VEHICLE CAUSING CONSUMER TO REAR END THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HIM, THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, DRIVER AND OCCUPANTS SUFFERED HEAD AND
THE BRAKES LOCKED UP AND DID NOT STOP THE VEHICLE PROPERLY RESULTING IN VEHICLE COLLISION, NO DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIR BAGS DURING COLLISION RESULTED IN INJURIES. *MJS
THE BRAKES LOCKED UP AND DID NOT STOP THE VEHICLE PROPERLY RESULTING IN VEHICLE COLLISION, NO DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIR BAGS DURING COLLISION RESULTED IN INJURIES. *MJS
WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER APPLIED THE BRAKES AND PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, AND COLLIDED WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE. UPON IMPACT, BOTH FRONTAL AIR BAG D
Showing the 5 most serious of 270 complaints filed with NHTSA.
