Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2003 Stratus are official communications between Dodge & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems. All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.

    STEERING

    • TSB #1900805

      Date Announced:
      NOV 02, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10017651

      REVISED POWER STEERING SYSTEM BLEEDING PROCEDURES. *SC Read More »

    • TSB #1900304

      Date Announced:
      AUG 27, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10009785

      STEERING COLUMN CLICK SOUND. *TT Read More »

    STEERING:COLUMN

    SUSPENSION:FRONT

    • TSB #02020

      Date Announced:
      OCT 23, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #10000590

      INCORRECT FASTENERS AT THE REAR ATTACHMENT FOR THE FRONT STABILIZER BAR BUSHING CLAMP. *TT Read More »

    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    • TSB #68332810

      Date Announced:
      SEP 07, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10223854

      Service - Four Piece Oil Pan Gasket All Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L engines only. Installation: 1. Read More »

    • TSB #R2118796A

      Date Announced:
      FEB 26, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10191460

      Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling. Read More »

    • TSB #9003215

      Date Announced:
      FEB 12, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10223602

      Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. Read More »

    • TSB #9003215

      Date Announced:
      FEB 12, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10229181

      Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

    • TSB #0901104

      Date Announced:
      APR 27, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10006892

      INCORRECT OIL FILTER USAGE. ALSO INCLUDES 2005 SEBRING AND STRATUS. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #0900704

      Date Announced:
      MAR 02, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10006455

      IRREGULAR ENGINE SNAPPING SOUND. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #03008

      Date Announced:
      APR 01, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10001531

      CRANKSHAFT OIL PASSAGE MIS-MACHINED. *TT Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

    • TSB #0803006

      Date Announced:
      AUG 25, 2006
      NHTSA ID:
      #10021239

      POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *KB Read More »

    • TSB #2100305

      Date Announced:
      NOV 19, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10012341

      TRANSFER GEAR WHINE SOUND BETWEEN 68 MPH AND 84 MPH EITHER ACCELERATING OR DECELERATING. *EH Read More »

    • TSB #2100903

      Date Announced:
      OCT 02, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10003524

      AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TEARDOWN PROCEDURE. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 RAM TRUCK, DURANGO, SEBRING CONVERTIBLE, CHEROKEE, VISION, NEON, AND VOYAGER. *TT *SC Read More »

    • TSB #2100503

      Date Announced:
      MAY 11, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10002045

      DELAYED OR TEMPORARY LOSS OF TRANSMISSION ENGAGEMENT AFTER INITIAL START UP ON VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 PACIFICA, SEBRING CONVERTIBLE, SEBRING SEDAN, INTREPID AND 2003 SX2.0. Read More »

    • TSB #2100603A

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10003522

      TRANSMISSION HARSH 4-3 DOWNSHIFT. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #2100503A

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10003550

      DELAYED OR TEMPORARY LOSS OF TRANSMISSION ENGAGEMENT AFTER INITIAL START UP ON VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 PACIFICA, SEBRING CONVERTIBLE, SEBRING SEDAN, INTREPID AND 2003 SX2.0. Read More »

    • TSB #2100603

      Date Announced:
      JUN 20, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10002046

      TRANSMISSION HARSH 4-3 DOWNSHIFT ON VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 PACIFICA, SEBRING, INTREPID AND 2003 SX2.0. *TT Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

    • TSB #0801505

      Date Announced:
      MAR 02, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10013731

      POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *SC Read More »

    • TSB #08

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10002289

      COMPUTER DRIVER CHIP THAT COULD FAIL. REPLACE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE. *TT Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

    • TSB #02020

      Date Announced:
      OCT 23, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #10000329

      DELAYED TRANSAXLE ENGAGEMENT AFTER INITIAL START UP. *TT Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    • TSB #08-049-20

      Date Announced:
      APR 22, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10175735

      Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are ... Read More »

    • TSB #1802802

      Date Announced:
      AUG 04, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10016602

      MIL ILLUMINATION - MISFIRE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTCS) P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #1801405

      Date Announced:
      MAR 25, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10013716

      FLASH: MIL ILLUMINATION DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC/DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE) P0300, P0301, P0302, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, P0306-COLD START MISFIRE. *SC Read More »

    • TSB #0800303A

      Date Announced:
      OCT 27, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10001517

      SENTRY KEY - KEY IMMOBILIZER SECURITY SYSTEM. *TT THIS BULLETIN REPLACES 08-003-03 REV A. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #0802804

      Date Announced:
      AUG 03, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10009791

      INTERMITTENT LOSS OF ACCESSORIES (IG1 CIRCUIT) ON INITIAL VEHICLE START. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #080403

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10003996

      CONTROL SOLENOIDS FAILURE IN VACUUM HARNESS TURBOCHARGED ENGINES DUE TO OPEN CIRCUIT. 2001 - 2003 CIRRUS ALSO INCLUDED. *TT Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER

    • TSB #9004275

      Date Announced:
      JUL 22, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10221686

      KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. Read More »

    • TSB #9004275

      Date Announced:
      JUL 22, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10229256

      KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. Read More »

    VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR

    • TSB #2301403

      Date Announced:
      JUN 06, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10002048

      WHEN CYCLING DOOR GLASS UP AND DOWN, A CLICKING NOISE CAN BE HEARD WHEN THE WINDOW TRAVEL CHANGES DIRECTION ON VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 SEBRING SEDAN AND SEBRING CONVERTIBLE. *TT Read More »

    VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

    • TSB #2300303

      Date Announced:
      JAN 24, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10000912

      DRIVER'S WINDOW AUTO-DOWN FUNCTION IS INTERMITTENT. INCLUDING MY2004. *TT Read More »

    AIR BAGS

    • TSB #022603

      Date Announced:
      FEB 26, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10002079

      DO NOT REPLACE THE AIR BAG COVER IF THE OWNER COMPLAINT IS THAT THE VEHICLE HORN ACTUATES BY ITSELF. REFER TO TSB 08-024-02 TO REPROGRAM THE BCM. *TT Read More »

    SEAT BELTS

    • TSB #0801003

      Date Announced:
      APR 25, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10001520

      SEAT BELT CINCH BAR SERVICE FOR VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2004 MODELS. *TT Read More »

    STRUCTURE

    • TSB #23-015-20

      Date Announced:
      APR 30, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10175743

      Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19 Read More »

    • TSB #31-006-19

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10169245

      Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. Read More »

    • TSB #31-005-19

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10169249

      Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts. Read More »

    • TSB #3100619

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220097

      Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. Read More »

    • TSB #3100519

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220101

      Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts. Read More »

    • TSB #3100319

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220099

      Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts. Read More »

    • TSB #9002849

      Date Announced:
      SEP 03, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220995

      Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY

    • TSB #2301203

      Date Announced:
      SEP 24, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10002404

      POP/CLUNK SOUND FROM FRONT OF VEHICLE. *TT THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES BULLETIN 23-012-03 DATED 05/23/2004. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #2303204

      Date Announced:
      SEP 02, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10010491

      POWER SEAT WILL NOT ADJUST. *TT Read More »

    INTERIOR LIGHTING

    • TSB #02025

      Date Announced:
      DEC 16, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #10000831

      MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION / TRANSMISSION LIMP-IN CONDITION. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #1803302

      Date Announced:
      OCT 28, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #10000316

      A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) MAY ILLUMINATE WITH ERRONEOUS DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) P0016, P0335, P0339, P0340, P0462, P0498, P0499, P0622, P1604, P1681, P1686. *TT Read More »

    EQUIPMENT

    • TSB #23-015-20

      Date Announced:
      APR 30, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10175743

      Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19 Read More »

    • TSB #08-049-20

      Date Announced:
      APR 22, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10175735

      Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are ... Read More »

    • TSB #31-003-19

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10169247

      Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts. Read More »

    • TSB #31-005-19

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10169249

      Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts. Read More »

    • TSB #3100619

      Date Announced:
      NOV 20, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220097

      Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage. Read More »

    • TSB #9002849

      Date Announced:
      SEP 03, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220995

      Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. Read More »

    • TSB #2400204

      Date Announced:
      JUL 30, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10009729

      AIR CONDITIONER AND HEATER PERFORMANCE. *TT Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

    • TSB #06

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10001105

      ENGINE VACUUM HOSE ROUTING LABEL REPLACEMENT. *TT Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

    • TSB #9002519

      Date Announced:
      MAR 20, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10129008

      82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington ... Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

    • TSB #2401305

      Date Announced:
      AUG 04, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10016603

      AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) COOLING COIL ODOR. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #2400105

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2005
      NHTSA ID:
      #10012801

      BLOWER MOTOR DOES NOT RUN ON EVERY SPEED. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #2400103

      Date Announced:
      MAR 28, 2003
      NHTSA ID:
      #10002287

      WINDOWS MAY BEGIN TO FOG WHEN THE HVAC IS IN FLOOR MODE. *TT Read More »

    UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    • TSB #0801202

      Date Announced:
      AUG 26, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #635680

      INFORMATION ON DIAGNOSING RATTLE / SQUEAK FROM THE CENTER OFTHE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL. *TT Read More »

    • TSB #1802002

      Date Announced:
      JUN 24, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #634272

      FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *SLC Read More »

    • TSB #2200102

      Date Announced:
      MAR 11, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #634082

      CHROME WHEEL CARE. *SLC Read More »