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2005 Pontiac Wave

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2005 Wave.

Transmission Automatic 4-spd

The 2005 Pontiac Wave Overview denotes the 2005 model year, which is equipped with an Automatic 4‑spd transmission and EPA fuel economy of 23/31/26 mpg. This model year appears in the vehicle’s production sequence, marking a point in the Wave’s early lineup. The combination of a straightforward drivetrain and modest fuel rating reflects its role as a compact offering within the brand’s early portfolio.

Model year201020092008200720062005

Quick specs

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

Lug nut torque100 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy23/31/26 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 · 590 CCA battery. 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 · 590 CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP185-60R14OEM · verified
Wheel / rim5.5 inOEM · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length152.8 in
Overall width65.7 in
Overall height59.1 in
Wheelbase97.6 in
Curb weight2436 lb
Track (front / rear)57.1 / 55.5 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)63/37

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined23 / 31 / 26 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume91 cu ft
Cargo volume12 cu ft
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

Torque lug nuts to 100 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 26.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Engine CoolantDEX-COOL OR EQUIVALENT
Power Steering FluidUSE GM PART NO. 89021184 OR EQUIVALENT

Engine torques

Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug26.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts100 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2

Battery & A/C

Standard BCI Group Number86
Standard BCI Cranking Performance590 cca

Service checks

Engine Compression100
Engine Compression100 Minimum psi

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket20 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle70 ft-lbs
Rotor Max Parallel Variation0.001 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.002 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From0.945 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To0.945 in
Rotor Discard at or Under0.866 in
Drum Runout Limit0.002 in

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; spark plugs every 30,000 mi; coolant every 30,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 30,000 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 7,500 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Air Filter Element (inspect)
Every 30,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System (inspect) · PCV Valve (inspect) · Spark Plugs (replace) · Timing Belt (inspect)
Every 60,000 miSpark Plug Wires (replace)
Every 90,000 miEngine Oil Pan Drain Plug Gasket (replace) · Fuel Filter (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

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

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
129
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
0
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire

No owner complaints on record with NHTSA for this vehicle.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 129 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
PIT5399A2018-05-23EquipmentThis Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about…
010601011J2017-11-30Engine And Engine CoolingThis informational bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to…
070604019F2017-11-17Electrical SystemThis technical bulletin provides repair information for repairing the IP to body harness…
00-06-01-012G2017-05-17EngineThis informational bulletin advises the possible issues that may occur using a scotch…
PIT5389C2017-02-28Electrical SystemThis Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about…

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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Frequently asked

Does the 2005 Wave have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Wave get?

EPA figures are 23 city / 31 highway / 26 combined mpg.