🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Dodge Model: Intrepid Year: 2004 Platform: Chrysler LH platform Codes Chassis Code: LH Vin Code Engine: G (3.5L V6) 👋 Introduction Market Position Vehicle Segment: Full-size sedan Target Audience: Families, commuters, individuals seeking a spacious and comfortable sedan with a distinctive styling. Competitive Analysis Competitors: Ford Crown Victoria, Chevrolet Impala, Toyota Avalon, Buick LeSabre, Mercury Grand Marquis. Key Features Styling: Distinctive cab-forward design, sleek lines, large interior. Powertrain: Powerful V6 engines, comfortable ride, spacious cabin. Manual Value Proposition Benefit To Owner: Empowers owners to perform routine maintenance and repairs, diagnose issues effectively, and understand their vehicle's systems, saving money and extending vehicle life. Benefit To Technician: Provides factory-accurate specifications, procedures, and diagnostic aids for efficient and correct repairs. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Systems Covered: Engine, Transmission, Drivetrain, Brakes, Suspension, Steering, Climate Control, Electrical System, Body & Interior, Emissions, Troubleshooting, Wiring Diagrams, Maintenance Schedules, Specifications Page Count Page Count: Approximately 1500-2000 pages (estimated for comprehensive service manuals of this era) Manual Type Manual Type: Factory Service Manual / Repair Manual Language Language: English Format Format: PDF 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine Mechanical: Detailed rebuild procedures, component identification, torque specifications, timing procedures, cooling system, lubrication system. Engine Performance: Fuel delivery, ignition system, exhaust system, emissions control systems (OBD-II diagnostics). Transmission Automatic: Operation, diagnostic codes, overhaul procedures, fluid specifications, torque converter removal/installation. Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive system, axles, CV joints, differential. Brakes: Hydraulic system, ABS diagnostics and repair, brake pad/rotor replacement, caliper service. Suspension Steering: Front and rear suspension component identification, alignment specifications, steering gear service, power steering system. Electrical System: Battery, starting system, charging system, lighting, accessories, instrument cluster, body control modules (BCM), comfort systems. Climate Control: HVAC system operation, refrigerant handling, diagnosis of blower motor, compressor, and control head issues. Body Interior: Door mechanisms, seat adjustments, trim panel removal, glass replacement, exterior trim. Procedures Included Maintenance: Oil changes, filter replacements, spark plug replacement, fluid checks and top-offs, brake fluid flush, coolant flush. Troubleshooting: Diagnostic flowcharts, symptom-based diagnosis, common failure points, error code interpretation. Repair Overhaul: Step-by-step instructions for engine component replacement, transmission rebuild, suspension overhaul, brake caliper service, electrical component repair. Diagnostics: OBD-II scan tool usage, specific diagnostic procedures for various systems, wiring diagram interpretation for pinpoint testing. Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive, covering everything from routine maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, including detailed electrical schematics and diagnostic procedures. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Type: PDF Searchability: Text-searchable (typically) Print Quality Print Readability: High resolution, suitable for printing individual pages or the entire manual. Binding Type Binding Type: N/A (Digital PDF) Paper Type Paper Type: N/A (Digital PDF) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Type: SOHC V6 Displacement: 3.5 Liters (3500 cc) Bore X Stroke: 3.50 x 3.07 inches (89.0 x 78.0 mm) Compression Ratio: 9.3:1 Horsepower: 204 hp @ 5200 rpm (approx.) Torque: 220 lb-ft @ 3400 rpm (approx.) Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Sequential Multi-Port Fuel Injection (MPI) Fuel Type: Unleaded gasoline (87 octane recommended) Ignition System Ignition Type: Distributorless Ignition System (DIS) with coil-on-plug Cooling System Cooling Medium: 50/50 Ethylene Glycol and Water Mixture Lubrication System Oil Capacity: 5.0 Quarts (4.7 Liters) with filter change Oil Viscosity: SAE 5W-30 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type: 4-Speed Automatic (42LE) Optional Optional Transmission: N/A for 2004 model year Features Shift Modes: Driver-selectable 'Sport' and 'Normal' modes Fluid Specifications Fluid Type: ATF+4 (Mopar) Fluid Capacity Fluid Capacity: Approximately 10.1 Quarts (9.6 Liters) (Total Fill) 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: 203.7 inches Width: 74.4 inches Height: 56.7 inches Wheelbase: 113.0 inches Interior Passenger Volume: 106.0 cubic feet Cargo Trunk Volume: 16.1 cubic feet Weights Curb Weight: Approximately 3600-3800 lbs (depending on trim and options) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings NHTSA Frontal Driver: Good (5-star) NHTSA Frontal Passenger: Good (5-star) IIHS Frontal Offset: Good (for vehicles of its era) Active Features ABS: Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) Traction Control: Optional Traction Control System (TCS) Passive Features Airbags Front: Driver and front passenger airbags Airbags Side: Optional front side-impact airbags Seatbelts: Three-point seat belts with pretensioners 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Audio System: AM/FM stereo with CD player, optional cassette player, and premium Infinity sound system available on higher trims. Climate Control Features: Manual or Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) systems available. Driver Assistance Cruise Control: Standard cruise control. Connectivity Auxiliary Inputs: N/A (No standard auxiliary audio input on factory systems) Features Remote Keyless Entry: Available on most trims. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Every 5,000 - 7,500 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first (depending on driving conditions). Engine Air Filter: Inspect every 15,000 miles, replace as needed (typically every 30,000 miles). Cabin Air Filter: Replace every 15,000 - 20,000 miles or annually. Spark Plugs: Replace approximately every 100,000 miles (if using original design, check manual for specific type). Transmission Fluid Flush: Every 60,000 - 100,000 miles (refer to...
Empowers owners to perform routine maintenance and repairs, diagnose issues effectively, and understand their vehicle's systems, saving money and extending vehicle life.
Benefit To Technician:
Provides factory-accurate specifications, procedures, and diagnostic aids for efficient and correct repairs.
OBD-II scan tool usage, specific diagnostic procedures for various systems, wiring diagram interpretation for pinpoint testing.
Technical Depth
Depth:
Comprehensive, covering everything from routine maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, including detailed electrical schematics and diagnostic procedures.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
File Type:
PDF
Searchability:
Text-searchable (typically)
Print Quality
Print Readability:
High resolution, suitable for printing individual pages or the entire manual.
Binding Type
Binding Type:
N/A (Digital PDF)
Paper Type
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital PDF)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Type:
SOHC V6
Displacement:
3.5 Liters (3500 cc)
Bore X Stroke:
3.50 x 3.07 inches (89.0 x 78.0 mm)
Compression Ratio:
9.3:1
Horsepower:
204 hp @ 5200 rpm (approx.)
Torque:
220 lb-ft @ 3400 rpm (approx.)
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery:
Sequential Multi-Port Fuel Injection (MPI)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline (87 octane recommended)
Ignition System
Ignition Type:
Distributorless Ignition System (DIS) with coil-on-plug
Cooling System
Cooling Medium:
50/50 Ethylene Glycol and Water Mixture
Lubrication System
Oil Capacity:
5.0 Quarts (4.7 Liters) with filter change
Oil Viscosity:
SAE 5W-30
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type:
4-Speed Automatic (42LE)
Optional
Optional Transmission:
N/A for 2004 model year
Features
Shift Modes:
Driver-selectable 'Sport' and 'Normal' modes
Fluid Specifications
Fluid Type:
ATF+4 (Mopar)
Fluid Capacity
Fluid Capacity:
Approximately 10.1 Quarts (9.6 Liters) (Total Fill)
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
203.7 inches
Width:
74.4 inches
Height:
56.7 inches
Wheelbase:
113.0 inches
Interior
Passenger Volume:
106.0 cubic feet
Cargo
Trunk Volume:
16.1 cubic feet
Weights
Curb Weight:
Approximately 3600-3800 lbs (depending on trim and options)
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
NHTSA Frontal Driver:
Good (5-star)
NHTSA Frontal Passenger:
Good (5-star)
IIHS Frontal Offset:
Good (for vehicles of its era)
Active Features
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Traction Control:
Optional Traction Control System (TCS)
Passive Features
Airbags Front:
Driver and front passenger airbags
Airbags Side:
Optional front side-impact airbags
Seatbelts:
Three-point seat belts with pretensioners
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
AM/FM stereo with CD player, optional cassette player, and premium Infinity sound system available on higher trims.
Climate Control Features:
Manual or Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) systems available.
Driver Assistance
Cruise Control:
Standard cruise control.
Connectivity
Auxiliary Inputs:
N/A (No standard auxiliary audio input on factory systems)
Features
Remote Keyless Entry:
Available on most trims.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Every 5,000 - 7,500 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first (depending on driving conditions).
Engine Air Filter:
Inspect every 15,000 miles, replace as needed (typically every 30,000 miles).
Cabin Air Filter:
Replace every 15,000 - 20,000 miles or annually.
Spark Plugs:
Replace approximately every 100,000 miles (if using original design, check manual for specific type).
Transmission Fluid Flush:
Every 60,000 - 100,000 miles (refer to manual for precise interval and procedure).
Coolant Flush:
Every 30,000 - 50,000 miles or 2-3 years.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type:
SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic
Coolant Type:
Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant (HOAT - Hybrid Organic Acid Technology) or equivalent
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3
Known Issues
Common Problems:
Transmission issues (solenoid packs, torque converter), heater core leaks, AC compressor failures, PCV valve issues, various electrical gremlins, and potential suspension component wear.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Brand Identity:
Dodge is a brand known for its performance-oriented vehicles and bold styling, often targeting a younger or more enthusiastic demographic.
Model Evolution
Generation:
Second Generation (1998-2004)
Design Updates 2004:
Minor cosmetic updates, refined interior, and powertrain enhancements.
Production
Manufacturing Location:
Newark, Delaware, USA
Production Years:
1993-2004 (all generations)
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Popular Mechanics:
Received 'Car of the Year' award from Popular Mechanics in 1993 for the first-generation model.
Ratings
Consumer Reports:
Varied consumer reports ratings over its production run, with some praise for comfort and space but criticism for reliability in certain areas.
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