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2013 Dodge Avenger — 2.4L L4

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2013 Avenger 2.4L L4. Covers both the standard and High Output 2.4L L4.

Body PASSENGER CAREngine 2.4L L4Transmission Automatic 4-spd

The 2013 Dodge Avenger is a passenger car built on the JS platform, pairing a 2.4-liter four-cylinder with a four-speed automatic and EPA ratings of 21/28/23 mpg. A 4.5-quart oil capacity calling for 15W-40 or 10W-30 API lubricant keeps service straightforward, but the ownership record tells a heavier story: 547 complaints spread across five recalls, with air bags emerging as the dominant problem area. Set against the nameplate's 1995–2015 complaint history, the 2013 sits well below the 2008 peak of 844 reports and well above the 2015 floor of a single complaint, anchoring the middle of a range that runs from a problem-heavy earlier year to a near-silent final entry.

Model year2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity4.5 qtOEM · verified

Engine oil type15W-40 / 10W-30 APIOEM · verified

Lug nut torque85-115 ft-lbsOEM · verified

EPA fuel economy21/28/23 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 86 · 525 CCA battery, OE oil filter 04892339BE. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 86 · 525 CCAOEM · verified

Tire sizeP225-50R18OEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	04892339BE alt 68079744AD
Engine air filter	04891926AB alt 68081249AD
Spark plug	SP0ZFR5F11 alt SP00ZFR5AP
Battery	BB86F101AA
Front wiper blades	68101152AB alt 68101153AB
Thermostat	68676480AA alt 68676481AA
Cabin air filter	05058693AA

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

Transmission

Automatic 4-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	192.5 in
Overall width	72.8 in
Overall height	58.3 in
Wheelbase	109.1 in
Curb weight	3607 lb
Track (front / rear)	62.2 / 62.6 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	56/44

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined	21 / 28 / 23 mpg
Drivetrain	Front-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume	100 cu ft
Cargo volume	13 cu ft
Recommended fuel	Regular Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 4.5 qt of 15W-40 / 10W-30 API engine oil, SYNTHETIC · 75W-140 · GL-5 · MS-8985 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 85-115 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 21.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission Fluid	ATF+4
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity	5
Brake Fluid	DOT 3
Differential Gear Oil	SYNTHETIC · 75W-90 · GL-5 · MS-9763
Differential Gear Oil Capacity	1.3 Pints, non_mvc
Differential Gear Oil	SYNTHETIC · 75W-140 · GL-5 · MS-8985
Differential Gear Oil Capacity	2.7 Pints, non_mvc
Engine Oil	15W-40 · 10W-30 · 305W-20 · API · MS-6395

Engine torques

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs	M6 Bolts: 9 ft-lbs, M8 Bolts: 22 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts	155 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts	18.4 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts	25 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug	21.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts	85-115 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub	118 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order	1-3-4-2
Ignition Coil Primary Resistance	.495-.605 ohms
Ignition Coil Secondary Resistance	5130-6270 ohms
Spark Plug Manufacturer	Champion
Spark Plug Type	RER8ZWYCB4
Spark Plug Gap	0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque	13.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R134a
Refrigerant Capacity	1.00 lbs
Oil Group	PAG
Oil Type	46
Oil Capacity	3.40 oz
Standard BCI Group Number	86
Standard BCI Cranking Performance	525 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test	16, Do not allow pressure to exceed 18 psi.
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief	14-18 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature	Primary: 179, Secondary: 203 °F
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)	58.0 + or - 5.0 psi
Injector Primary Resistance	12 approx. @ 68 degreesF ohms
Engine Compression	170
Engine Oil Pressure	25-80 psi
Engine Oil Pressure RPM	3000 rpm

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket	32 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle	44 ft-lbs / 80 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad Thickness	Front: 0.040; Rear: 0.040 in
Rotor Max Parallel Variation	0.0006 in / 0.0002 in
Rotor Runout Limit	0.0024 in / 0.0016 in / 0.002 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From	0.386 in / 1.02 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To	0.402 in / 1.028 in
Rotor Discard at or Under	0.331 in / 0.961 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages

15 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90

15 ft. lbs

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 4 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Lubricate bolts with clean engine oil · If your bolt has the short head, use the following torque specifications:

1	25 ft. lbs.	25 ft. lbs
2	50 ft. lbs.	50 ft. lbs
3	50 ft. lbs.	50 ft. lbs
4	90 degreesCAUTION:Do not use a torque wrench for the Fourth step.; If your bolt has the long head, use the following torque specifications:	90 degrees
1	25 ft. lbs.	25 ft. lbs
2	54 ft. lbs.	54 ft. lbs
3	54 ft. lbs.	54 ft. lbs
4	90 degreesCAUTION:Do not use a torque wrench for the Fourth step.	90 degrees

Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

22 ft. lbs., Step 2: 51

22 ft. lbs

Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages

Prep Bolts stamped with the letter B or the number 6 use the following torque procedure.

1	11 ft. lbs., Step 2: 20 ft. lbs., Step 3: 45 degrees; Bolts that are not stamped with the letter B or the number 6 use the following torque procedure.	11 ft. lbs
1	11 ft. lbs., Step 2: 33 ft. lbs., Step 3: 45 degrees	11 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; coolant every 10,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 10,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 10,000 mi	Battery (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 20,000 mi	Brake Linings (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Parking Brake System (inspect) · Suspension System (inspect) · Tie Rod (inspect)
Every 30,000 mi	CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 100,000 mi	PCV Valve (inspect)
At 120,000 mi	Transmission Fluid & Filter (replace)
At 150,000 mi	Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Owner how-tos

Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.

Common procedures

Key fob — remote (RKE) programming programming new fob buttons Dealer tool OEM · verified

Tool required	DRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith)
Why	Transmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module

Anti-theft (SKIS) — module initialization after immobilizer module replacement Dealer tool OEM · verified

When needed	After Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement
Tool required	DRBIII scan tool
Also required	The vehicle's four-digit PIN code

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2013 Dodge Avenger recorded 547 consumer complaints, 5 recalls, 1 NHTSA investigation, and 139 Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs), positioning it near the peak of the generation’s complaint curve, which surged dramatically from a low of 2 complaints in 2007 to a high of 844 in 2008 and remained elevated through 2013. Compared with the surrounding years, 2012 showed a slightly higher complaint count (553) but fewer recalls (3) and TSBs (108), while 2014 saw a sharp drop to 204 complaints, only 1 recall, and 135 TSBs. The top complaint categories for 2013 were Air Bags (57), Unknown/Other (53), Seats (41), and Engine (40), indicating that safety‑system and interior issues dominated the year’s concerns. Crash‑related complaints (26) and fire complaints (10) were modest relative to the total, but the overall volume of issues suggests the model year was still experiencing lingering quality challenges. **Takeaway:** Because 2013 sits at the high‑end of the generation’s complaint and recall activity, it is a less favorable year to buy unless a thorough inspection and warranty coverage can mitigate the documented concerns.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

139

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

547

Owner complaints

26 involved a crash · 10 a fire

NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars

Overall★★★★★

Frontal★★★★★

Side★★★★★

Rollover★★★★★

Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

’95 ’96 ’97 ’98 ’99 ’00 ’07 ’08 ’09 ’10 ’11 ’12’13’14 ’15

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 547 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Air Bags57

Unknown Or Other53

Seats41

Engine40

Air Bags,Seat Belts40

Electrical System29

Visibility/Wiper16

Service Brakes14

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 5 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

17V640000Seats:Front Assembly:Head RestraintReported 10/10/2017

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2012 Jeep Liberty and 2012-2013 Chrysler 200 and Dodge Avenger vehicles. A component within the occupant restraint controller (ORC) may fail and prevent the active headrests… Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ORC as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact FCA customer service at…

16V668000Seat Belts:PretensionerReported 15/09/2016

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chrysler 200, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010-2012 Dodge Caliber and 2010-2014 Jeep Patriot, Compass and Dodge Avenger vehicles. The Occupant Restraint Control… Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCR, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners that parts are not available yet were mailed on October 26, 2016…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 139 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
U67 Combo Rev11	2026-06-18	Engine	Emissions Recall U67 - Catalytic Converter Efficiency - Dealer Notification (Revision 11)
103954	2025-04-02	Unknown Or Other	ACTUATOR - A/C AND HEATER
104087	2025-04-02	Unknown Or Other	ACTUATOR - A/C AND HEATER
9100229	2023-09-20	Suspension	LIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the…
9100229	2023-09-20	Equipment	LIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

P0300

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

P0171

System too lean — Bank 1

P0455

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

P0128

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

P0442

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Recalls

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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Group 86 battery Vehicles taking 4.5 qt JS-platform vehicles Engine oil filter 04892339BE Engine air filter 04891926AB Spark plug SP0ZFR5F11 Battery BB86F101AA

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2013 Avenger 2.4L L4 take?

4.5 qt of ABOVE 20 degrees F: 30, ABOVE 10 degrees F: 15W-40, ABOVE 0 degrees F: 10W-30, BELOW 100 degrees F: 5W-305W-20 API MEETING CHRYSLER SPECIFICATION MS-6395, per the factory manual.

Does the 2013 Avenger have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 2.4L L4 get?

EPA figures are 21 city / 28 highway / 23 combined mpg.