Chrysler Aspen Engine Oil & Fluids

If you own a Chrysler Aspen, then you know that the engine oil in your vehicle needs to be changed every 5,000 to 7,500 miles when using synthetic motor oil.

This article will tell you what oil to use in your Chrysler Aspen, as well as what fluids you need to maintain your Chrysler Aspen.

Chrysler Aspen Engine Oil Recommended

For new Chrysler Aspen vehicles, it is recommended to use 5w-20 viscosity, API SN, SP, or ILSAC GF-5, GF-6 engine oil.

Chrysler Aspen Motor Oil Capacity

5.9 quarts

Chrysler Aspen Motor Oil Viscosity

New Chrysler Aspen vehicles should use 0w-20, 5w-20 or 5w-30 viscosity engine oil. For vehicles with over 100,000 miles, you should use 10w-30 viscosity oil.

Chrysler Aspen Engine Oil Specifications

When selecting oil for your Chrysler Aspen, consider API and ILSAC specifications. For new Chrysler Aspen vehicles, oil that meets API SN, SN+, SP, and ILSAC GF-5, GF-6 must be used.

When choosing your engine oil, consider the mileage of your Chrysler Aspen and the operating conditions of your Chrysler Aspen.

Best Engine Oil for Chrysler Aspen

Shell Rotella Gas Truck Full Synthetic Motor Oil

Shell Rotella Gas Truck is a fully synthetic SAE 0W-20 viscosity grade engine oil recommended for use in many new vehicles, SUVs, and Trucks with advanced engine technology for maximum fuel economy.

Shell Rotella Gas Truck 0W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil offers many benefits, which include:

• Protects your truck engine in extreme temperatures and conditions
• Outperforms conventional motor oil in severe driving conditions
• Provides unsurpassed wear protection. Based on Sequence IVA wear test using SAE 5W-30.
• Maximum protection for both older and new truck engines
• Helps keep your engine clean
• Helps prevent sludge and other damaging deposits
• Synthetic base oil for added oxidation stability, improved volatility, and low-temperature properties.
• Protects horsepower

• Viscosity: 0w-20, 5w-20, 5w-30
• API SN-Resource Conserving and all previous categories
• API SN PLUS
• ILSAC GF-5
• Chrysler MS-6395
• Ford WSS- WSS-M2C945-B1
• GM dexos1™ Gen 2

Chrysler Aspen Engine Oil Reviews & Buying Guide

When selecting engine oil for your Chrysler Aspen, consider the mileage of the Chrysler Aspen and the condition of the engine. For a new Chrysler Aspen and a low mileage vehicle, it is best to use synthetic engine oil.

Synthetic oil for Chrysler Aspen

Synthetic oil has a significant impact on Chrysler Aspen fuel consumption due to its physical and chemical characteristics. Because of its high fluidity and friction properties, friction losses in the Chrysler Aspen engine are significantly reduced. This means that more of the energy released in the combustion process will be transferred directly to the wheels. As a result, the gas pedal in the Chrysler Aspen becomes more responsive with less fuel consumption.

When using synthetic oil in the Chrysler Aspen, there is less friction in the engine and transmission at low temperatures than when using high viscosity oil. This provides improved Chrysler Aspen engine starting performance, fuel economy, and lower emissions when the Chrysler Aspen is operated in cold cycle mode.

Chrysler Aspen 5w-20 Engine Oil

For new Chrysler Aspen vehicles with less than 75,000 miles, we recommend using a synthetic 5w-20 viscosity engine oil that meets the API SN, SP, ILSAC GF-5, GF-6 specifications.

Mopar Maxpro SAE 5W-20

• API SN
• ILSAC GF-5
• Chrysler MS-6395
• Recommendation Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Jeep

Amsoil Signature Series 5W-20 Synthetic Motor Oil

 

• API: SP, SN PLUS, SN,
• ILSAC: GF-6A, GF-5, GF-4
• ACEA: A1, B1
• GM dexos1 Gen 2
• Honda HTO-06
• Ford WSS-M2C946-B1, WSS-M2C946-A, WSS-M2C929-A
• Chrysler MS-6395

Mobil 1 Extended Performance Full Synthetic Motor Oil 5W-20

• API SP, API SP Resource Conserving
• ILSAC GF-6A
• GM dexos1:GEN2 Licensed
• Ford WSS-M2C947-A
• Ford WSS-M2C947-B1
• Fiat Chrysler Automotive MS-6395
• GM 6094M
• FORD WSS-M2C962-A1

Royal Purple High Performance Oil 5W-20

• API: SN PLUS
• ILSAC: GF-5
• Chrysler MS-6395
• Ford WSS-M2C945-A, WSS-M2C945-B1

Mag 1 Full Synthetic Oil 5W-20

• API: SP
• ILSAC: GF-6A
• Chrysler MS-6395
• Ford WSS M2C947-A, WSS-M2C947-B1
• Ford WSS M2C962-A1
• GM 6094M

Liqui Moly Special Tec AA 5W-20

• API: SP
• ILSAC: GF-6A
• Chrysler MS-6395
• Ford WSS-M2C 947-A, WSS-M2C 947-B1
• GM 6094 M
• GM dexos1 Gen 2
• Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, Toyota

K&N Full Synthetic Engine Oil 5W-20

 

• API: SN+
• ILSAC: GF-6A

Chrysler Aspen 0w-20 Engine Oil

For new Chrysler Aspen vehicles with less than 50,000 miles, we recommend using a synthetic 0w-20 viscosity engine oil that meets the API SP, ILSAC GF-6 specification.

Amsoil Signature Series 0W-20 Synthetic Motor Oil

• API: SP, SN PLUS, SN,
• ILSAC: GF-6A, GF-5, GF-4
• ACEA: A1, B1
• Ford WSS-M2C947-B1, WSS-M2C947-A
• Chrysler MS-6395

Valvoline Advanced 0W-20

• API: SP
• ILSAC: GF-6A
• GM dexos1 Gen 2
• Chrysler MS-6395
• Ford WSS-M2C962-A1

Castrol Edge Advanced Full Synthetic Oil 0W-20

• API: SP, SN PLUS, SN,
• ILSAC: GF-6
• ACEA: A1, B1, C5
• GM dexos1
• GM 4718M
• GM 6094M
• Ford WSS-M2C947-B1, WSS-M2C962-A1

Mobil 1 Advanced Fuel Economy 0W-20

• API: SP
• ILSAC: GF-6A
• GM 6094M
• Ford WSS-M2C947-A, WSS-M2C947-B1, WSS-M2C962-A1

Red Line Motor Oil 0W-20

• API: SN, CF
• ILSAC: GF-5
• ACEA: A5, B5
• GM dexos1
• BMW LL-14 FE+
• Fiat 500X MS-6395
• Honda, Acura
• Mopar 68152004PA
• Nissan KLAM7-00204
• Subaru
• Jaguar
• Land Rover STJLR.51.5122
• Mazda 0000-G5-0W20-MQ, 0000-77-0W20-QT
• Mitsubishi MZ320106

Mag 1 Full Synthetic Oil 0W-20

• API: SP
• ILSAC: GF-6A
• GM dexos1 Gen2
• Chrysler MS-6395
• Ford WSS M2C947-A, WSS-M2C947-B1
• Ford WSS M2C962-A1
• GM 4718M
• GM 6094M

Lucas Synthetic SAE 0W-20

• API SN/CF
• ACEA A5/B5-12
• ILSAC GF-5
• GM Dexos1
• GM 4718M

Liqui Moly Special Tec AA 0W-20

• API: SP
• ILSAC: GF-6A
• Chrysler MS-6395
• Ford WSS-M2C 947-A, WSS-M2C 947-B1
• GM 6094 M
• GM dexos1 Gen 2
• Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, Toyota

Royal Purple High Performance Oil 0W-20

• ILSAC: GF-5
• GM dexos1

Pennzoil Ultra Platinum Full Synthetic 0W-20

• API: SP
• ILSAC: GF-6
• Chrysler MS-6395
• GM dexos1™ Certification
• Ford WSS-M2C947-A

Castrol GTX MAGNATEC 0W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil

• API SP/SN PLUS/SN
• ILSAC GF-6
• GM dexos1® Gen 2*
• Meets Ford WSS-M2C947-B1
• Meets Ford WSS-M2C962-A1

K&N Full Synthetic Engine Oil 0W-20

• API: SN+
• ILSAC: GF-6A

Motul 8100 Eco-Lite 0W-20

• API: SP
• ILSAC: GF-6A
• GM Dexos1-GEN2
• CHRYSLER MS-6395
• Ford WSS M2C 947-A, 947-B1
• FIAT 9.55535-CR1

Chrysler Aspen 5w-30 engine oil

For a new Chrysler Aspen with between 50,000 and 150,000 miles, we recommend a 5w-30 viscosity engine oil that meets API SN, SN+, SP, ILSAC GF-5, GF-6 specifications.

Mobil 1 Extended Performance 5W-30

• API SP, API SP Resource Conserving
  ILSAC GF-6A
• GM dexos1:GEN2 Licensed
• HONDA/ACURA HTO-06
• Ford WSS-M2C946-A
• Ford WSS-M2C946-B1
• Ford WSS-M2C929-A
• GM 4718M
• GM 6094M
• FORD WSS-M2C961-A1

Amsoil Signature Series 5W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil

• API: SP, SN PLUS, SN
• ILSAC: GF-6A, GF-5, GF-4
• ACEA: A1, B1, A5, B5
• GM dexos1 Gen 2
• Honda HTO-06
• Ford WSS-M2C946-B1, WSS-M2C946-A, WSS-M2C929-A
• Chrysler MS-6395

Castrol Edge 5W-30 Advanced Full Synthetic Motor Oil

• API SN
• ILSAC GF-5
• ACEA A1/B1, A5/B5
• GM dexos1
• Meets Ford WSS-M2C929-A, Ford WSS-M2C946-A
• Honda HTO-06
• Meets engine test requirements of Chrysler MS-6395

Mag 1 Full Synthetic Oil 5W-30

• API: SP
• ILSAC: GF-6A
• GM dexos1 Gen2
• Chrysler MS-6395
• Ford WSS M2C946-B1, M2C946-A, M2C929-A
• GM 4718M, GM 6094M

Red Line Motor Oil 5W-30

• API: SN, CF
• ACEA: A3, B3, B4
• VW 502.00, 503.01, 505.01
• BMW LL-01
• Ford WSS-M2C946-A
• GM dexos1 (GM-LL-A-025, GM6094M, GM4718M)

K&N Full Synthetic Engine Oil 5W-30

• API: SN+
• ILSAC: GF-6A

Idemitsu Full Synthetic 5W-30 Engine Oil

• API SP
• ILSAC GF-6

Chrysler Aspen 10w-30 engine oil

For Chrysler Aspen vehicles with over 150,000 miles, we recommend using a conventional 10w-30 viscosity engine oil that meets API SM, SN specifications.

Pennzoil Platinum Full Synthetic 10W-30

• API: SP
• ILSAC: GF-6A
• Chrysler MS 6395

Valvoline Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 10W-30

• API: SP
• ILSAC: GF-6A
• Chrysler MS 6395

Castrol Edge High Mileage Oil 10W-30

• API: SP, SN PLUS, SN,
• ILSAC: GF-6
• GM 6094M

Formula Shell Conventional 10W-30 Motor Oil

• API: SP
• ILSAC: GF-6A
• Chrysler MS 6395
• Ford WSS-M2C946-A
• Ford WSS-M2C946-B1

Chrysler Aspen Engine Oil Review

Engine Oil Type for Chrysler Aspen

There are two types of engine oils: conventional oil and synthetic oil. Lately, Chrysler Aspen owners choose synthetic motor oil simply because of its quality and good molecular consistency.

Synthetic oils for the Chrysler Aspen have many additives that help increase engine compression as well as reduce fuel consumption. Winter starting the engine is much easier since the oil does not thicken as much at low temperatures.

The only disadvantage of synthetic oil is its high price compared to conventional oil. We recommend using synthetic oil in newer Chrysler Aspen models, and conventional motor oil in older Chrysler Aspen models.

Chrysler Aspen Engine Coolant and Antifreeze

Efficient engine coolant protects your Chrysler Aspen engine from freezing and overheating. It can also protect your Chrysler Aspen engine from corrosive elements and improve performance. Select the coolant based on the recommendations in your Chrysler Aspen service book. These are popular coolants that may be suitable for your Chrysler Aspen.

Zerex American Vehicle 50/50 Prediluted Ready-to-Use Antifreeze/Coolant

• Recommended for use in General Motors, Chrysler, Ford SUV’s and Trucks and Ford Passenger Cars

Zerex Asian Vehicle Blue Silicate and Borate Free 50/50 Prediluted Ready-to-Use Antifreeze/Coolant

• Formulated to replace the OEM fluid in Asian make vehicles such as Honda, Nissan, KIA, Hyundai, and others requiring a blue, silicate free HOAT antifreeze/coolant
• Meets the following OEM and industry specifications: Hyundai/KIA MS 591-08, Mitsubishi ES-64217, JIS K 2234-1994, Ford WSS-M97B55-A, ASTM 3306, ASTM D4985, Federal Specification A-A-870A

Zerex Asian Vehicle Red Silicate and Borate Free 50/50 Prediluted Ready-to-Use Antifreeze/Coolant

• Formulated to replace the OEM fluid in Asian make vehicles such as Toyota, Lexus, Scion and others requiring a red, silicate free HOAT antifreeze/coolant
• Meets the following OEM and industry specifications: JIS K 2234-1994, Hyundai/KIA MS 591-08, Mitsubishi ES-64217, Ford WSS-M97B55-A, ASTM 3306, ASTM D4985, Federal Specification A-A-870A

PEAK OET Extended Life Green Concentrate Antifreeze/Coolant for Asian Vehicles

• Recommended for use with Hyundai, Infiniti, Kia, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, and Suzuki vehicles that require a GREEN Phosphate-enhanced Organic acid technology (POAT) formula

PEAK OET Extended Life Red/Pink 50/50 Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant for Asian Vehicles

• Recommended for use with Lexus, Scion, and Toyota vehicles that require a RED/PINK Phosphate-Enhanced Organic Acid Technology (POAT) formula

PEAK OET Extended Life Blue 50/50 Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant for Asian Vehicles

• Formulated to replace the OEM fluid in Asian make vehicles such as Honda, Nissan, KIA, Hyundai and others requiring a blue, silicate free HOAT antifreeze/coolant

PEAK OET Extended Life Orange Concentrate Antifreeze/Coolant for North American Vehicles

• Recommended for use with Ford, Chrysler, and GM vehicles that require an orange organic acid technology coolant

PEAK OET Extended Life Gold 50/50 Prediluted Antifreeze/Coolant for North American Vehicles

• Recommended for use with Ford and Chrysler vehicles that require Gold hybrid organic acid technology (HOAT) antifreeze/ coolant.

PEAK OET Extended Life Green Concentrate Antifreeze/Coolant for North American Vehicles

• Recommended for use with Ford, GM, and Chrysler vehicles that require a green conventional low silicate inorganic additive technology (IAT)

Valvoline Multi-Vehicle 50/50 Prediluted Ready-to-Use Antifreeze / Coolant

• Recommended for use in all makes, all models, all mileages and compatible with all colors

Genuine Mopar Fluid Antifreeze/Coolant

• Genuine OEM Dodge/Mopar factory fit part

Chrysler Aspen Brake Fluid

Brake fluid provides lubrication to the brake system in your Chrysler Aspen and prevents corrosion of its components. Brake fluids are classified based on the DOT (Department Of Transportation) standard. DOT 4 or DOT 5 brake fluid is recommended for your Chrysler Aspen. It is recommended that you change the brake fluid in your Chrysler Aspen every two years. We have listed the popular brake fluids that can be used in your Chrysler Aspen

Amsoil Synthetic Brake Fluid DOT 3 and DOT 4

• DOT 3&4

Bosch ESI6-32N Brake Fluid DOT 3, DOT 4, and DOT 5.1

• DOT 3, DOT 4, and DOT 5.1

Lucas Oil Brake Fluid

• DOT 4

Castrol Dot 4 Brake Fluid

• DOT 4

Chrysler Aspen Automatic Transmission Fluids

Amsoil ATLQT Signature Series Fuel-Efficient Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid

• Withstands the rigors of heavy towing, elevated temperatures and challenging terrain
• Remains fluid in sub-zero temperatures
• Provides reserve protection during heavy use and abuse

Valvoline Multi-Vehicle (ATF) Full Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid

• Dexron VI

ACDelco GM Original Equipment Automatic Transmission Fluid

• Dexron VI

Castrol Transmax ATF Black CVT Transmission Fluid

• Suitable for use where: Toyota CVT Fluid TC, Toyota CVT Fluid FE, Nissan CVT Fluid NS-1, Nissan CVT Fluid NS-2, Nissan CVT Fluid NS-3, MMC DIAQUEEN ATF SP-III, MMC DIAQUEEN CVT Fluid J1, MMC DIAQUEEN CVT Fluid J4, Mazda CVTF 3320, Subaru i-CVT Fluid, Subaru i-CVT FG, Subaru Lineartronic High Torque Chain CVTF, Daihatsu AMMIX CVT Fluid DC, Daihatsu AMMIX CVT Fluid DFE, Suzuki CVT Fluid 3320, Suzuki CVT Fluid Green 1, Suzuki CVT Fluid Green 2, Suzuki CVTF TC, Suzuki NS-2, Honda HCF-2, Hyundai/Kia SP-III, Chrysler NS-2, Chrysler CVTF+4, Mini Cooper EZL799, Ford CVT23, MB 236.20

Chrysler Aspen Power Steering Fluid

Red Line Power Steering Fluid

Lucas Oil Power Steering Fluid

ACDelco Power Steering Fluid

How often should I change the engine oil in my Chrysler Aspen?

• Changing the synthetic oil in your Chrysler Aspen is required once a year or every 7,500 to 10,000 miles.
• Regular oil in your Chrysler Aspen needs to be changed every six months or every 3,000 to 5,000 miles.

How long does it take to change the oil in a Chrysler Aspen?

An oil change in a Chrysler Aspen usually takes 30 minutes.

How much does it cost to change the oil in a Chrysler Aspen?

An oil and filter change will cost between $20 and $50. The cost of the change along with the oil will be $40 to $80 with regular oil. If your Chrysler Aspen requires synthetic oil, you will have to pay between $70 and $150. The price may vary depending on your area and the quality of the auto shop.

How much does motor oil cost for a Chrysler Aspen?

• The price of regular motor oil is: $20 to $30
• The price of synthetic engine oil: $40 – $50

How often should I change the coolant in my Chrysler Aspen?

Flush and replace the antifreeze every 5 years or 50,000 miles driven.

How often should I change the brake fluid in my Chrysler Aspen?

The brake fluid should be changed every 2 years.

What is the oil change interval for the automatic transmission oil in my Chrysler Aspen?

For a Chrysler Aspen with an automatic transmission, an ATF change is recommended every 50,000 to 70,000 miles under standard vehicle operating conditions. In a variator, the ATF should be changed at least every 50,000 miles.

How often should I change the power steering fluid in my Chrysler Aspen?

It is recommended to change the power steering fluid after 50,000 to 70,000 miles, guided by the condition of the fluid.