2005 Dodge Stratus Service and Repair Manual

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2005 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

  • SXT Sedan 4-Door
  • R/T Sedan 4-Door
  • R/T Coupe 2-Door
  • SE Sedan 4-Door
  • SXT Coupe 2-Door

Engines covered

  • 2.7L 2736CC 167Cu. In. V6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
  • 2.4L 2351CC l4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
  • 2.7L 2736CC 167Cu. In. V6 FLEX DOHC Naturally Aspirated
  • 2.4L 2429CC 148Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
  • 3.0L 2972CC 181Cu. In. V6 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
  • 2.4L 2429CC 148Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
  • 2.0L 1995CC 122Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC 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

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Vehicle Safety Data

2005 Dodge Stratus Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #04V57900009/12/2004Component: STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM

ON CERTAIN SEDANS AND CONVERTIBLE MODEL VEHICLES, THE RIGHT STEERING KNUCKLE MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DURING THE COMPONENT MANUFACTURING PROCESS.

Consequence

THIS COULD CAUSE THE STEERING KNUCKLE TO CRACK AND SEPARATE FROM THE UPPER CONTROL ARM, WHICH COULD

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE RIGHT STEERING KNUCKLE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 27, 2004.

NHTSA #09E05600009/10/2009Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

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

Consequence

SEPARATION OF THE BALL STUD FROM THE SOCKET OF THE BALL JOINT HOUSING WOULD ALLOW THE CONTROL ARM TO

Remedy

QUALIS AUTOMOTIVE WILL REPLACE THE BALL JOINTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER

NHTSA #04V53200002/11/2004Component: SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER

ON CERTAIN SEDANS, THE LEFT AND RIGHT REAR OUTBOARD RETRACTOR AND TURNING LOOP BOLTS ON THE SEAT BELTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY TIGHTENED.

Consequence

IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED, INCREASING THE RISK OF IN

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND TIGHTEN THE AFFECTED FASTENERS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 15, 2004. OW

TSB #10229256

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

TSB #10221686

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

TSB #10221097

Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) are one-time usage

TSB #10220840

Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) are one-time usage

TSB #10191460

Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.

TSB #10175735

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

TSB #10175743

Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19

TSB #10021684

GENERIC POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) PROCEDURE. *KB

Showing the 8 most recent of 26 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20080723Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINECrash reportedFire reported1 injured

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DODGE STRATUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A VEHICLE TWO VEHICLE LENGTHS BEFORE HIM, CAUSED HIM TO SLAM ON THE BRAKES. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING VEHICL

20060427Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported4 injured

MY 2005 DODGE STRATUS WAS IN AN ACCIDENT ON 4/14/06. THE CAR THAT HIT MY CAR WAS GOING 55 MPH HIT MY CAR FROM THE BACK. MY CAR WAS GOING 45 MPH AND FROM THAT HIT WAS PROPEL INTO THE CAR IN FRONT OF IT

20180112Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DODGE STRATUS. WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN, THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED WITHOUT WARNING AND THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A LIGHT POLE. THE DRIVER HAD A SEIZURE AFTER THE CRASH AND

20180112Component: STEERINGCrash reported1 injured

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DODGE STRATUS. WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN, THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED WITHOUT WARNING AND THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A LIGHT POLE. THE DRIVER HAD A SEIZURE AFTER THE CRASH AND

20171120Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured

I WAS DRIVING DOWN DUNDEE RD IN ILLINOIS AND IT WAS RAIN/SNOW MIX AND AS I WAS COMING TO AN INTERSECTION THE CAR FAILED TO STOP AND WHEN THE IMPACT HAPPEND THE AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY AND THE CAR WAS

Showing the 5 most serious of 99 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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