Dodge Neon / SX, PL (USA / CAN)

Automatic transmission fluid capacity & service interval

Dodge Neon / SX, PL (USA / CAN) requires automatic transmission fluid with a capacity range of 3,8 to 8,4 liters. Service intervals include 15000 miles, 30000 miles/ 24 months, 30000 miles/ 30 months, and 60000 miles. The data covers 9 configurations.

The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.

TypeSpecifications
Neon / SX 2.0 16V (98 kW) (CAN) (2002-2005)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 8,1 liter
  • Change 60000 miles
  • Code: 41 AE/TE 4/1
Neon 2.0 16V (112 kW) (USA) (2002-2005)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 8,1 liter
  • Code: 41 AE/TE 4/1
Neon 2.0 16V (112 kW) (USA) (2002-2005)
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 8,1 liter
  • Change 60000 miles
  • Code: 41 AE/TE 4/1
Neon 2.0 16V (98 kW) (USA) (2002-2005)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 8,1 liter
  • Code: 4/1
Neon 2.0 16V (98 kW) (USA) (2002-2005)
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 8,1 liter
  • Change 60000 miles
  • Code: 4/1
Neon 2.0-16V (USA) (1999-2002)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 8,4 liter (Dry fill)
  • Capacity 3,8 liter (Service fill)
  • Change 30000 miles/ 24 months
  • Code: 31TH 3/1
Neon 2.0-16V (USA) (1999-2002)
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 8,4 liter (Dry fill)
  • Capacity 3,8 liter (Service fill)
  • Change 15000 miles
  • Code: 31TH 3/1
Neon 2.0-16V (110 kW) (USA) (1994-1998)
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 8,4 liter (Dry fill)
  • Capacity 3,8 liter (Service fill)
  • Change 30000 miles/ 30 months
  • Code: 31TH 3/1
Neon 2.0-16V (98 kW) (USA) (1994-1998)
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 8,4 liter (Dry fill)
  • Capacity 3,8 liter (Service fill)
  • Change 30000 miles/ 30 months
  • Code: 31TH 3/1

Additional Notes

  • The Dodge Neon 2.0-16V models from 1994-1998 and 1999-2002 list two distinct capacity values for the automatic transaxle: a dry fill of 8.4 liters and a service fill of 3.8 liters. Dry fill represents the total fluid volume required when filling a completely empty transmission, such as after a full overhaul or replacement. Service fill reflects the smaller volume needed after a routine drain, since a portion of fluid remains in the torque converter and passages.
  • The 2002-2005 Neon variants across both power outputs and both markets list a single capacity figure of 8.1 liters, without a separate dry fill or service fill distinction. This is a reduction from the 8.4-liter dry fill capacity specified for the 1994-2002 generation.
  • For the 1999-2002 Neon 2.0-16V under normal use conditions, the change interval is set at 30,000 miles or 24 months, whichever comes first. The dual-unit interval means time elapsed can trigger a fluid change even when mileage accumulation is low.
  • Under severe use conditions, the 1999-2002 Neon 2.0-16V carries a 15,000-mile change interval, half the distance specified under normal conditions for the same generation. Severe use typically encompasses stop-and-go driving, towing, or operation in extreme temperatures, all of which accelerate fluid degradation.
  • The 1994-1998 Neon 2.0-16V severe-use interval is listed as 30,000 miles or 30 months. Compared to the 1999-2002 severe-use interval of 15,000 miles, the earlier generation specifies a considerably longer severe-use change interval.
  • The 1994-1998 severe-use interval uses a 30-month time component, while the 1999-2002 normal-use interval uses a 24-month time component. Both apply to the same 8.4-liter dry fill / 3.8-liter service fill transaxle, reflecting a revision in interval criteria between generations.
  • Among the 2002-2005 configurations, the Canadian-market Neon SX 2.0 16V rated at 98 kW lists a 60,000-mile change interval under normal use. The two US-market 2002-2005 variants, at both 98 kW and 112 kW, assign the 60,000-mile interval only to severe use conditions, with no change interval listed for normal use.
  • The 112 kW and 98 kW versions of the US-market 2002-2005 Neon share identical capacity and interval figures across their respective use conditions, indicating no specification difference between the two power outputs for the automatic transaxle in that generation.

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