2005 Dodge Caravan Oil Type & Capacity
The 2005 Dodge Caravan oil type depends on the engine: the Base, 2.4 B takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter); the Base, 3.3 E takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts with filter); the C/V, 3.3 E takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts with filter); the C/V, 3.3 R takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts with filter); the SE, 2.4 B takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter); the SE, 3.3 E takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts with filter); the SE, 3.3 R takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts with filter); the SXT takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, 2.4 B: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Base, 3.3 E: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- C/V, 3.3 E: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- C/V, 3.3 R: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- SE, 2.4 B: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- SE, 3.3 E: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- SE, 3.3 R: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- SXT: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, 2.4 B — 2.4L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| Base, 3.3 E — 3.3L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| C/V, 3.3 E — 3.3L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| C/V, 3.3 R — 3.3L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| SE, 2.4 B — 2.4L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| SE, 3.3 E — 3.3L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| SE, 3.3 R — 3.3L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the Engine Oil Fill Cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| SXT — 3.3L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 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 Caravan
2005 Dodge Caravan factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
11.4 quarts (10.78 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.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2005 Dodge Caravan take?
It depends on the engine: Base, 2.4 B uses 5W-30; Base, 3.3 E uses 5W-20; C/V, 3.3 E uses 5W-20; C/V, 3.3 R uses 5W-20; SE, 2.4 B uses 5W-30; SE, 3.3 E uses 5W-20; SE, 3.3 R uses 5W-20; SXT uses 5W-20.
How much oil does a 2005 Dodge Caravan take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Base, 2.4 B holds 5.0 quarts with filter; Base, 3.3 E holds 5.0 quarts with filter; C/V, 3.3 E holds 5.0 quarts with filter; C/V, 3.3 R holds 5.0 quarts with filter; SE, 2.4 B holds 5.0 quarts with filter; SE, 3.3 E holds 5.0 quarts with filter; SE, 3.3 R holds 5.0 quarts with filter; SXT holds 5.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2005 Dodge Caravan?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2005 Dodge Caravan. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.