🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Dodge Model: Stealth Codes Model Years Covered: 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994 👋 Introduction Market Position Vehicle Segment: Sports car / Grand Tourer Competitive Analysis Competitors: Nissan 300ZX (Z32), Toyota Supra (Mk3/Mk4), Mazda RX-7 (FC/FD), Mitsubishi 3000GT. Key Features Design Origin: Based on the Mitsubishi GTO/3000GT platform, a joint venture between Chrysler (Dodge) and Mitsubishi. Performance Focus: Performance-oriented vehicle featuring advanced technology for its era, including available all-wheel drive and active aerodynamics. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Manual Type: Factory Service Manual / Repair Manual Language: English Format: PDF Page Count Estimate: Hundreds of Pages (Specific count not provided, but described as 'Hundreds') 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine: Complete engine overhaul, diagnosis, component testing, timing belt replacement, cooling system, lubrication system, fuel system, ignition system, emission control systems, engine mechanical, engine electrical. Transmission: Manual transmission (Getrag 5-speed), automatic transmission (4-speed automatic), clutch system, transfer case, drivetrain components, axle shafts, CV joints. Brakes: Front and rear brake systems, ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), hydraulic systems, rotor and pad replacement, brake caliper service, parking brake. Electrical: Complete wiring diagrams, lighting systems, charging system, starting system, instrument cluster, power accessories (windows, locks, mirrors), audio system, HVAC controls, diagnostic connectors, ECU functions. Suspension Steering: Front and rear suspension components, struts, shock absorbers, control arms, bushings, steering linkage, power steering system, wheel alignment procedures. Body Chassis: Body panel removal and installation, interior trim, exterior trim, doors, hood, trunk, glass replacement, chassis lubrication, rust prevention. Procedures Included Maintenance: Scheduled maintenance, oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and changes, spark plug replacement, belt inspection and replacement. Repair Rebuild: Complete engine rebuild procedures, transmission overhaul, brake caliper rebuilding, component replacement, suspension component replacement. Troubleshooting: Diagnostic charts, symptom-based troubleshooting guides, electrical system diagnostics, engine performance issues, transmission problems. Technical Specifications: Torque specifications for all fasteners, clearances, fluid capacities, electrical specifications, resistance values, engine timing settings. Technical Depth Diagnostics: Advanced diagnostic procedures including ECU scan tool data interpretation (where applicable for the era), sensor testing, actuator testing. Rebuild Level: Comprehensive engine and transmission rebuild procedures, detailed component breakdown and reassembly steps. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Format: PDF Searchability: Likely text-searchable PDF, allowing for quick information retrieval. Print Quality Image Resolution: High-resolution images and diagrams suitable for printing. Binding Type Binding Type: N/A (Digital PDF format) Paper Type Paper Type: N/A (Digital PDF format) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Code: 6G72 Engine Type: V6, SOHC (non-turbo) / DOHC Twin-Turbo (VR-4) Displacement Liter: 3.0 Displacement Ci: 182.9 Bore X Stroke Mm: 91.1 x 76.0 Compression Ratio Non Turbo: 8.4:1 Compression Ratio Twin Turbo: 8.0:1 Performance Horsepower Non Turbo: 222 hp @ 6000 rpm Torque Non Turbo Lb Ft: 200 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm Horsepower Twin Turbo: 300 hp @ 6000 rpm Torque Twin Turbo Lb Ft: 300 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Multi-point Fuel Injection (MPI) Fuel Type: Unleaded Gasoline (Premium recommended, required for Twin-Turbo) Ignition System: Distributorless Ignition System (DIS) with Coil-on-Plug (COP) for Twin-Turbo models Engine Management ECM Type: ECU (Engine Control Unit) with diagnostic capabilities Timing Belt Timing Belt Replacement Interval Miles: 60,000 miles (critical maintenance item) Engine Mounts Engine Mount Replacement: Common wear item, documented in manual for diagnosis and replacement. 🔧 Transmission Standard Standard Transmission: 5-Speed Manual (Getrag F5M33) Optional Optional Transmission: 4-Speed Automatic (INVECS-II) Features All Wheel Drive: Available on VR-4 models (Full-time 4WD with viscous coupling center differential). Active Aero: VR-4 models featured active aerodynamics: retractable front air dam and rear wing angle adjustment controlled by vehicle speed. Clutch Clutch Type: Hydraulically actuated single dry plate clutch Fluid Specifications Manual Transmission Fluid Spec: API GL-4, SAE 75W-90 (Check manual for exact Mopar/Mitsubishi spec) Automatic Transmission Fluid Spec: Dexron III / Mercon compatible (Check manual for exact Mopar/Mitsubishi spec) 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length Mm: 4615 Width Mm: 1760 Height Mm: 1260 (VR-4) / 1265 (Base) Wheelbase Mm: 2450 Front Track Mm: 1500 Rear Track Mm: 1490 Weights Curb Weight Kg Base: 1530 Curb Weight Kg Vr4: 1660 Wheels Tires Wheel Bolt Pattern: 5 x 114.3 mm (5 x 4.5 inches) Standard Tire Size Base: 205/55R16 Standard Tire Size Vr4: 225/55R16 Optional Tire Size Vr4: 245/45ZR17 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings NHTSA Front Impact Driver: Not explicitly rated by NHTSA under modern standards for this era. Similar vehicles of the period generally performed moderately. IIHS Crash Test Results: Not a focus of IIHS testing for this specific model and era. Active Features ABS: Standard on VR-4, optional or standard on other trims depending on year. Passive Features Airbags: Driver and passenger airbags standard from 1991. Seatbelts: Three-point front and rear seatbelts. Body Construction: Unibody construction with reinforced passenger compartment. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Audio System: Premium audio system with cassette player and AM/FM radio. CD player optional on some models. Climate Control: Automatic climate control available on higher...
Front and rear suspension components, struts, shock absorbers, control arms, bushings, steering linkage, power steering system, wheel alignment procedures.
Body Chassis:
Body panel removal and installation, interior trim, exterior trim, doors, hood, trunk, glass replacement, chassis lubrication, rust prevention.
Procedures Included
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and changes, spark plug replacement, belt inspection and replacement.
Torque specifications for all fasteners, clearances, fluid capacities, electrical specifications, resistance values, engine timing settings.
Technical Depth
Diagnostics:
Advanced diagnostic procedures including ECU scan tool data interpretation (where applicable for the era), sensor testing, actuator testing.
Rebuild Level:
Comprehensive engine and transmission rebuild procedures, detailed component breakdown and reassembly steps.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
File Format:
PDF
Searchability:
Likely text-searchable PDF, allowing for quick information retrieval.
Print Quality
Image Resolution:
High-resolution images and diagrams suitable for printing.
Binding Type
Binding Type:
N/A (Digital PDF format)
Paper Type
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital PDF format)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Code:
6G72
Engine Type:
V6, SOHC (non-turbo) / DOHC Twin-Turbo (VR-4)
Displacement Liter:
3.0
Displacement Ci:
182.9
Bore X Stroke Mm:
91.1 x 76.0
Compression Ratio Non Turbo:
8.4:1
Compression Ratio Twin Turbo:
8.0:1
Performance
Horsepower Non Turbo:
222 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque Non Turbo Lb Ft:
200 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
Horsepower Twin Turbo:
300 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque Twin Turbo Lb Ft:
300 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery:
Multi-point Fuel Injection (MPI)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Gasoline (Premium recommended, required for Twin-Turbo)
Ignition System:
Distributorless Ignition System (DIS) with Coil-on-Plug (COP) for Twin-Turbo models
Engine Management
ECM Type:
ECU (Engine Control Unit) with diagnostic capabilities
Timing Belt
Timing Belt Replacement Interval Miles:
60,000 miles (critical maintenance item)
Engine Mounts
Engine Mount Replacement:
Common wear item, documented in manual for diagnosis and replacement.
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Standard Transmission:
5-Speed Manual (Getrag F5M33)
Optional
Optional Transmission:
4-Speed Automatic (INVECS-II)
Features
All Wheel Drive:
Available on VR-4 models (Full-time 4WD with viscous coupling center differential).
Active Aero:
VR-4 models featured active aerodynamics: retractable front air dam and rear wing angle adjustment controlled by vehicle speed.
Clutch
Clutch Type:
Hydraulically actuated single dry plate clutch
Fluid Specifications
Manual Transmission Fluid Spec:
API GL-4, SAE 75W-90 (Check manual for exact Mopar/Mitsubishi spec)
Automatic Transmission Fluid Spec:
Dexron III / Mercon compatible (Check manual for exact Mopar/Mitsubishi spec)
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length Mm:
4615
Width Mm:
1760
Height Mm:
1260 (VR-4) / 1265 (Base)
Wheelbase Mm:
2450
Front Track Mm:
1500
Rear Track Mm:
1490
Weights
Curb Weight Kg Base:
1530
Curb Weight Kg Vr4:
1660
Wheels Tires
Wheel Bolt Pattern:
5 x 114.3 mm (5 x 4.5 inches)
Standard Tire Size Base:
205/55R16
Standard Tire Size Vr4:
225/55R16
Optional Tire Size Vr4:
245/45ZR17
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
NHTSA Front Impact Driver:
Not explicitly rated by NHTSA under modern standards for this era. Similar vehicles of the period generally performed moderately.
IIHS Crash Test Results:
Not a focus of IIHS testing for this specific model and era.
Active Features
ABS:
Standard on VR-4, optional or standard on other trims depending on year.
Passive Features
Airbags:
Driver and passenger airbags standard from 1991.
Seatbelts:
Three-point front and rear seatbelts.
Body Construction:
Unibody construction with reinforced passenger compartment.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
Premium audio system with cassette player and AM/FM radio. CD player optional on some models.
Climate Control:
Automatic climate control available on higher trims.
Driver Assistance
ABS:
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) available.
AWD:
All-wheel drive system on VR-4 models, enhancing traction and stability.
Connectivity
Diagnostic Interface:
OBD-I diagnostic port, requiring specific scan tools or diagnostic procedures for the era.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval Miles:
Every 7,500 miles or 6 months (whichever comes first), using synthetic or synthetic blend oil.
Air Filter Replacement Interval Miles:
Every 15,000 miles or 12 months.
Cabin Air Filter Replacement Interval Miles:
Not standard on all models/years, but if equipped, every 15,000 miles or 12 months.
Brake Fluid Flush Interval Years:
Every 2-3 years, or as indicated by fluid condition.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Spec:
API SG or SH, SAE 10W-30 (check manual for specific viscosity by temperature)
Engine Oil Capacity Quarts:
4.7 US quarts (with filter)
Coolant Spec:
Ethylene Glycol based antifreeze, 50/50 mix with distilled water (Mopar or Mopar compatible)
Coolant Capacity Quarts:
8.5 US quarts
Power Steering Fluid Spec:
ATF Dexron II or III compatible
Brake Fluid Spec:
DOT 3 or DOT 4
Known Issues
Twin Turbo System:
Turbos can wear out, intercooler hoses can degrade and leak, vacuum lines can crack, requiring attention to boost pressure and performance.
Active Aero System:
Actuators and control modules for active aerodynamics can fail, leading to non-functional flaps and wings.
Suspension Components:
Bushings (especially control arm and sway bar bushings) can degrade over time, leading to noise and imprecise handling.
Electrical Gremlins:
As with many vehicles of this era, electrical connections can corrode or become loose, leading to intermittent issues with various systems.
Timing Belt Failure:
Crucial to replace at recommended intervals, as failure will cause severe engine damage (interference engine).
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Dodge History:
Dodge, a division of Chrysler (now Stellantis), has a long history of producing performance-oriented vehicles, muscle cars, and trucks.
Model Evolution
Stealth Development:
The Dodge Stealth was the result of a partnership between Chrysler and Mitsubishi. It was based on the Mitsubishi GTO (marketed as Mitsubishi 3000GT in North America) and was manufactured by Mitsubishi.
Model Variants:
Available in base, ES, and the high-performance RT (later VR-4) trims. The VR-4 represented the flagship model with twin-turbo power, AWD, and active aerodynamics.
Production
Production Period:
1991-1996 (for North American market). The manual covers 1991-1994.
Manufacturing Location:
Japan (by Mitsubishi Motors)
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Magazine Contributions:
Often featured in performance car reviews and comparisons of its era, praised for its technology and performance.