2005 Chrysler Town & Country Oil Type & Capacity
The 2005 Chrysler Town & Country takes 5W-20 motor oil — 5.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-20 — 5.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base | API - SAE 5W-20 or SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| Limited, 3.3 R | API - SAE 5W-20 or SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| Limited, 3.8 L | API - SAE 5W-20 or SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| LX, 3.3 R | API - SAE 5W-20 or SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| LX, 3.8 L | API - SAE 5W-20 or SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| Touring, 3.3 R | API - SAE 5W-20 or SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| Touring, 3.8 L | API - SAE 5W-20 or SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Town & Country
2005 Chrysler Town & Country factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
13.4 quarts (12.68 L) — MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Includes: heater and coolant recovery tank filled to "max" level. Add 2.9 qts. if equipped with rear heater.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2005 Chrysler Town & Country take?
The 2005 Chrysler Town & Country takes 5W-20 motor oil (API - SAE 5W-20 or SAE 5W-30), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2005 Chrysler Town & Country take?
The 2005 Chrysler Town & Country holds 5.0 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2005 Chrysler Town & Country?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.