Chrysler 300 Transmission Fluid Capacity

Chrysler 300 Transmission Fluid Capacity

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The Chrysler 300 is a full-size luxury sedan that has been in production since 2004. It is available in both rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configurations, and is powered by a variety of engines, including a 3.6L V6, a 5.7L V8, and a 6.4L V8. The Chrysler 300’s transmission fluid capacity varies depending on the year of the vehicle and the type of transmission it is equipped with.

Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity

The automatic transmission fluid capacity for the Chrysler 300 is as follows:

  • 2005-2010: 6 quarts
  • 2011-2018: 7 quarts
  • 2019-present: 8 quarts

Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity

The manual transmission fluid capacity for the Chrysler 300 is as follows:

  • 2005-2010: 2.5 quarts
  • 2011-2018: 3 quarts
  • 2019-present: 3.5 quarts

How to Check the Transmission Fluid Level

To check the transmission fluid level in your Chrysler 300, follow these steps:

  1. Park your vehicle on a level surface.
  2. Turn off the engine and allow it to cool down.
  3. Open the hood of your vehicle.
  4. Locate the transmission fluid dipstick. It is usually located near the back of the engine compartment, on the passenger side.
  5. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it clean with a rag.
  6. Reinsert the dipstick into the transmission fluid tube and push it all the way in.
  7. Pull out the dipstick again and check the fluid level. The fluid level should be between the “Full” and “Add” marks on the dipstick.

How to Change the Transmission Fluid

To change the transmission fluid in your Chrysler 300, follow these steps:

  1. Park your vehicle on a level surface.
  2. Turn off the engine and allow it to cool down.
  3. Open the hood of your vehicle.
  4. Locate the transmission fluid drain plug. It is usually located on the bottom of the transmission pan.
  5. Place a drain pan under the transmission fluid drain plug.
  6. Loosen the transmission fluid drain plug and allow the old fluid to drain out.
  7. Once all of the old fluid has drained out, tighten the transmission fluid drain plug.
  8. Locate the transmission fluid fill plug. It is usually located on the side of the transmission pan.
  9. Add new transmission fluid to the transmission through the fill plug, using a funnel.
  10. Check the transmission fluid level and add more fluid as needed, until the fluid level is between the “Full” and “Add” marks on the dipstick.

Conclusion

The Chrysler 300’s transmission fluid capacity varies depending on the year of the vehicle and the type of transmission it is equipped with. The automatic transmission fluid capacity is 6 quarts for 2005-2010 models, 7 quarts for 2011-2018 models, and 8 quarts for 2019-present models. The manual transmission fluid capacity is 2.5 quarts for 2005-2010 models, 3 quarts for 2011-2018 models, and 3.5 quarts for 2019-present models. To check the transmission fluid level, park your vehicle on a level surface, turn off the engine, and allow it to cool down. Then, open the hood of your vehicle and locate the transmission fluid dipstick.

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