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Dodge Avenger 2008-2014
Overview
The Dodge Avenger from 2008 to 2014 was a midsize sedan that balanced style, affordability, and practicality. It featured bold exterior styling with the signature Dodge crosshair grille and aggressive lines, giving it a distinctive appearance in its segment. The interior was designed with user-friendly controls and spacious seating, making it a comfortable choice for daily commuting and road trips. Various trim levels offered a range of features, from necessities to more advanced tech options like touchscreen infotainment systems.
Regarding performance, the Avenger offered a selection of engines, including efficient four-cylinders and more potent V6 options, catering to different driving preferences. While it wasn't known for sports car-level performance, it provided a smooth and composed ride, making it a suitable choice for many buyers. Overall, the Dodge Avenger from this era aimed to provide a practical and stylish option in the midsize sedan segment.
Specifications
Dodge Avenger specifications, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.
Engine 2.5L 6-Cylinder SOHC
- Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-30
- Oil certification: API
- Drain plug torque: 29 ft-lbs
- Oil capacity: 4.5 quarts
Spark Plug Gap
- 2.5L 6-Cylinder: 0.044”
Fuel
- Capacity
- All FWD Engines — (Except 2.4L PZEV):16.9 gallons (64.0 liters)
- 3.5L Engine with AWD (All Wheel Drive):17.3 gallons (65.5 liters)
- 2.4L PZEV (Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle): 18.4 gallons (69.7 liters)
Coolant
- Type: Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula
- Capacity:
- 2.4 Liter Engine ( or equivalent ): 7.7 quarts (7.3 liters)
- 2.7 Liter Engine:9.8 quarts ( 9.3 liters)
- 3.5 Liter Engine:11.6 quarts (11.0 liters)
Automatic Transaxle
- Type: Mopar ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.tr
Brake Master Cylinder
- Type: Mopar DOT 3 and SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3 brake fluid is unavailable, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended brake fluids.
Power Steering Reservoir
- Type: Mopar ATF+4 Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Powertrain
Engine
- Gasoline:
- 2.0 L 420A I4
- 2.5 L 6G73 V6
Transmission
- 5-speed manual
- 4-speed Ultradrive 41TE automatic
Fuel Consumption

Safety Ratings

Warning Lights & Bulb Sizes
Front Lights
- Front Fog Light Bulb: H3-55W
- Front Sidemarker Light Bulb: 168
- Front Turn Signal Light Bulb: 1156
- High Beam Headlight Bulb: 9005
- Low Beam Headlight Bulb: 9006
Rear Lights
- Back Up Light Bulb: 1156
- Brake Light Bulb: 2057
- Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: 921
- License Plate Light Bulb: 168
- Parking Light Bulb: 168
- Rear Sidemarker Light Bulb: 168
- Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb: 2057
- Tail Light Bulb: 2057
Interior Lights
- Ash Tray Light Bulb: 74
- Courtesy Light Bulb:
- 74
- DE3022
- Dome Light Bulb: DE3175
- Instrument Panel Light Bulb:
- 194
- 37
- 74
- Trunk Light Bulb: DE3022
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