🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Chrysler Model: Pacifica Year: 2006 Body Style: Minivan/Crossover Codes Vin Decoder Country Of Origin: United States Platform Code: CS 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Full-size Minivan/Crossover Utility Vehicle Competitive Analysis Competitors: Ford Freestar, Honda Odyssey, Toyota Sienna, Nissan Quest, Chevrolet Uplander, Buick Terraza, Pontiac Montana SV6. Key Features Distinguishing Attributes: Unique styling for its era, available AWD, Stow 'n Go seating (later in model life, but concept of flexible seating present), focus on family utility. Brand Heritage Chrysler Legacy: Chrysler has a long history in minivan development, pioneering the segment with the Dodge Caravan/Plymouth Voyager. The Pacifica represented an evolution towards a more upscale and crossover-like approach. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Vehicle Systems: Instrument Cluster, Entertainment Systems, Climate Controls, Lights, Driver Controls, Locks and Security, Seating and Safety Restraints, Driving Operations, Customer Assistance, Cleaning, Engine Compartment, Engine Oil, Battery, Fuel Information, Air Filter(s), Accessories Maintenance Topics: Maintenance and Specifications, Engine Oil, Battery, Fuel Information, Air Filter(s), Refill Capacities, Lubricant Specifications Safety Features: Seating and Safety Restraints, Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. only) Page Count Estimated Page Count: Approximately 300-400 pages (typical for factory owner's manuals of this era) Manual Type Type: Owner's Manual Language Language: English Format Format: Digital PDF 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Powertrain: Engine compartment layout, engine oil specifications, fuel information, air filter(s) replacement guidance, refill capacities, lubricant specifications. Chassis: Brake system overview (implied through driving sections), tire information (implied through maintenance and specifications). Electrical: Instrument cluster explanation, lighting controls, battery maintenance and specifications, entertainment systems operation, accessory integration. Interior: Climate controls, driver controls (steering wheel, pedals, etc.), locks and security, seating and safety restraints (airbags, seat belts, child seat anchors). Procedures Included Basic Maintenance: Checking and adding engine oil, battery care, fuel filling procedures, air filter inspection/replacement guidance, fluid refill capacities. Operation: Starting and operating the vehicle, using climate controls, operating lights, using entertainment systems, adjusting seats and restraints, locking/unlocking doors, understanding instrument cluster indicators. Safety Awareness: Proper use of safety restraints, understanding airbag system, reporting safety defects. Technical Depth Diagnostics: Limited to driver-level understanding of instrument cluster warnings and basic troubleshooting (e.g., battery issues). Repair Instructions: None. This is an owner's manual, not a service or repair manual. Troubleshooting Scope: Focuses on user-correctable issues and understanding vehicle behavior, not in-depth repair diagnostics. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Type: PDF Searchability: Likely text-searchable if converted from a factory digital source. Print Quality Quality: Dependent on the source conversion; typically good clarity for text and diagrams. Binding Type Binding: N/A (Digital PDF) Paper Type Paper: N/A (Digital PDF) Compatibility Reader Requirement: Requires a PDF reader (e.g., Adobe Acrobat Reader, Foxit Reader, or comparable). ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Type: SOHC V6 Displacement: 3.5 Liters (214.6 cu. in.) Bore X Stroke: Not specified in product info, but typical for a 3.5L V6 is around 96.0 mm x 81.0 mm. Horsepower: 250 hp @ 6400 rpm (approx.) Torque: 250 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm (approx.) Performance Fuel Type: Unleaded Gasoline Fuel System Induction: Sequential Multi-Port Fuel Injection (MPI) Engine Compartment Cooling System: Pressurized coolant system with fan. Engine Oil Recommended Viscosity: SAE 5W-20 (API certified) Oil Capacity: Approximately 5.0 US quarts (4.7 Liters) with filter change. Fuel Information Octane Rating: 87 Octane (Minimum Recommended) Air Filter Filter Type: Engine air filter element (disposable). 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type: 4-Speed Automatic Transaxle Optional Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) or All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Features Transmission Fluid Type: ATF+4 (Mopar) Transmission Fluid Capacity: Approximately 4.2 US quarts (4.0 Liters) for a drain and refill. 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: Approx. 201.0 inches Width: Approx. 78.5 inches Height: Approx. 67.0 inches Wheelbase: Approx. 119.2 inches Interior Seating Capacity: 6 or 7 passengers (depending on configuration) Cargo Cargo Volume Behind 3Rd Row: Approx. 19.1 cu. ft. Cargo Volume Behind 2Nd Row: Approx. 67.5 cu. ft. Cargo Volume Behind 1St Row: Approx. 113.7 cu. ft. Weights Curb Weight: Approx. 4,200 - 4,500 lbs (depending on configuration) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gvwr: Approx. 5,600 - 5,800 lbs Towing Capacity: Up to 3,500 lbs (with optional towing package) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings NHTSA Front Impact: 5-Star (Driver and Passenger) for 2006 Model Year NHTSA Side Impact: 5-Star (Front and Rear Passengers) for 2006 Model Year IIHS Front Offset Crash Test: Good (for 2006 model year) Active Features ABS: Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) Traction Control: Available Traction Control System (TCS) Stability Control: Available Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Passive Features Airbags: Standard front airbags, available side-curtain airbags for all rows. Seat Belts: 3-point seat belts for all occupants, pretensioners for front seats. Child Seat Anchors: LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Audio System: Factory AM/FM stereo with CD player, optional Infinity speaker systems, optional rear-seat entertainment system. Navigation: Optional factory navigation system. Driver Assistance Parking Assist: Optional rear...
Ford Freestar, Honda Odyssey, Toyota Sienna, Nissan Quest, Chevrolet Uplander, Buick Terraza, Pontiac Montana SV6.
Key Features
Distinguishing Attributes:
Unique styling for its era, available AWD, Stow 'n Go seating (later in model life, but concept of flexible seating present), focus on family utility.
Brand Heritage
Chrysler Legacy:
Chrysler has a long history in minivan development, pioneering the segment with the Dodge Caravan/Plymouth Voyager. The Pacifica represented an evolution towards a more upscale and crossover-like approach.
📋 Manual Details
Coverage Areas
Vehicle Systems:
Instrument Cluster, Entertainment Systems, Climate Controls, Lights, Driver Controls, Locks and Security, Seating and Safety Restraints, Driving Operations, Customer Assistance, Cleaning, Engine Compartment, Engine Oil, Battery, Fuel Information, Air Filter(s), Accessories
Maintenance Topics:
Maintenance and Specifications, Engine Oil, Battery, Fuel Information, Air Filter(s), Refill Capacities, Lubricant Specifications
Safety Features:
Seating and Safety Restraints, Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. only)
Page Count
Estimated Page Count:
Approximately 300-400 pages (typical for factory owner's manuals of this era)
Checking and adding engine oil, battery care, fuel filling procedures, air filter inspection/replacement guidance, fluid refill capacities.
Operation:
Starting and operating the vehicle, using climate controls, operating lights, using entertainment systems, adjusting seats and restraints, locking/unlocking doors, understanding instrument cluster indicators.
Safety Awareness:
Proper use of safety restraints, understanding airbag system, reporting safety defects.
Technical Depth
Diagnostics:
Limited to driver-level understanding of instrument cluster warnings and basic troubleshooting (e.g., battery issues).
Repair Instructions:
None. This is an owner's manual, not a service or repair manual.
Troubleshooting Scope:
Focuses on user-correctable issues and understanding vehicle behavior, not in-depth repair diagnostics.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
File Type:
PDF
Searchability:
Likely text-searchable if converted from a factory digital source.
Print Quality
Quality:
Dependent on the source conversion; typically good clarity for text and diagrams.
Binding Type
Binding:
N/A (Digital PDF)
Paper Type
Paper:
N/A (Digital PDF)
Compatibility
Reader Requirement:
Requires a PDF reader (e.g., Adobe Acrobat Reader, Foxit Reader, or comparable).
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Type:
SOHC V6
Displacement:
3.5 Liters (214.6 cu. in.)
Bore X Stroke:
Not specified in product info, but typical for a 3.5L V6 is around 96.0 mm x 81.0 mm.
Horsepower:
250 hp @ 6400 rpm (approx.)
Torque:
250 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm (approx.)
Performance
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Gasoline
Fuel System
Induction:
Sequential Multi-Port Fuel Injection (MPI)
Engine Compartment
Cooling System:
Pressurized coolant system with fan.
Engine Oil
Recommended Viscosity:
SAE 5W-20 (API certified)
Oil Capacity:
Approximately 5.0 US quarts (4.7 Liters) with filter change.
Fuel Information
Octane Rating:
87 Octane (Minimum Recommended)
Air Filter
Filter Type:
Engine air filter element (disposable).
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type:
4-Speed Automatic Transaxle
Optional
Drivetrain:
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) or All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
Features
Transmission Fluid Type:
ATF+4 (Mopar)
Transmission Fluid Capacity:
Approximately 4.2 US quarts (4.0 Liters) for a drain and refill.
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
Approx. 201.0 inches
Width:
Approx. 78.5 inches
Height:
Approx. 67.0 inches
Wheelbase:
Approx. 119.2 inches
Interior
Seating Capacity:
6 or 7 passengers (depending on configuration)
Cargo
Cargo Volume Behind 3Rd Row:
Approx. 19.1 cu. ft.
Cargo Volume Behind 2Nd Row:
Approx. 67.5 cu. ft.
Cargo Volume Behind 1St Row:
Approx. 113.7 cu. ft.
Weights
Curb Weight:
Approx. 4,200 - 4,500 lbs (depending on configuration)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gvwr:
Approx. 5,600 - 5,800 lbs
Towing Capacity:
Up to 3,500 lbs (with optional towing package)
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
NHTSA Front Impact:
5-Star (Driver and Passenger) for 2006 Model Year
NHTSA Side Impact:
5-Star (Front and Rear Passengers) for 2006 Model Year
IIHS Front Offset Crash Test:
Good (for 2006 model year)
Active Features
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Traction Control:
Available Traction Control System (TCS)
Stability Control:
Available Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Passive Features
Airbags:
Standard front airbags, available side-curtain airbags for all rows.
Seat Belts:
3-point seat belts for all occupants, pretensioners for front seats.
Child Seat Anchors:
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
Factory AM/FM stereo with CD player, optional Infinity speaker systems, optional rear-seat entertainment system.
Navigation:
Optional factory navigation system.
Driver Assistance
Parking Assist:
Optional rear parking assist sensors.
Connectivity
Remote Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power Liftgate:
Optional
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Every 3,000 to 7,500 miles, or as indicated by the oil change indicator system (refer to manual for exact recommendation based on driving conditions).
Tire Rotation Interval:
Every 6,000 to 7,500 miles.
Engine Air Filter Replacement:
Every 15,000 to 30,000 miles, or when dirty (inspect regularly).
Transmission Fluid Change:
Typically every 30,000 to 60,000 miles, or as per severe service schedule. ATF+4 is often considered a 'fill-for-life' fluid by some, but regular checks and changes are recommended for longevity.
Chrysler Power Steering Fluid or ATF+4 (check manual for confirmation).
Known Issues
Common Problems:
Transmission solenoid/sensor issues, potential for power steering pump leaks, occasional issues with power sliding doors (if equipped), intake manifold gasket leaks (especially on the 3.8L engine if fitted to some later models), and HVAC blower motor resistor failure.
Part Numbers
Engine Oil Filter Example:
Mopar MO-899 or equivalent (e.g., Fram PH3795, Purolator L30001)
Air Filter Example:
Mopar 5072444AA or equivalent (e.g., Fram CA8475, Purolator A34287)
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Chrysler Minivan Lineage:
Chrysler revolutionized the minivan segment in the mid-1980s. The Pacifica was introduced as a more premium and crossover-like alternative to traditional minivans, blending minivan practicality with SUV styling.
Model Evolution
Introduction:
The Chrysler Pacifica was first introduced for the 2004 model year as a 2005 model. It was designed to bridge the gap between a minivan and an SUV.
2006 Updates:
For 2006, minor refinements may have been made, but it remained largely consistent with the initial launch. The focus was on enhancing its luxury and utility positioning. A 3.8L V6 was also available in some markets/trims for 2006, but the 3.5L was primary.
Production
Manufacturing Location:
Windsor, Ontario, Canada (Chrysler Canada Inc. Assembly Plant)
Production Years:
2004-2008 (as a Chrysler model)
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Car And Driver Best In Class:
Chrysler Pacifica often received praise for its comfortable ride and well-appointed interior, though it wasn't a frequent winner of major awards due to competition.
Ratings
Consumer Reports Reliability:
Generally rated as average to below average for reliability in its class during its production run.
Certifications
Safety Certifications:
Meets or exceeds all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) for 2006.
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