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Dodge Neon-Mx (2003–2025)
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DODGE NEON-MX (2003–2025) Manual — Codes, Tyres & Parts

Built 2003–2025 · all production years covered on this single page

1.4L I4 T-GDi • Gasoline

Dodge Neon-Mx (2003–2025)

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5 Common problems View details →
14 OBD2 codes View details →
0 Recalls / TSB View details →
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n/a
Repair cost
7.6
Parts & repairability
8.0
Maintenance & durability
n/a
Documentation & support
n/a
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Every figure on this Dodge Neon-Mx (2003–2025) page is aggregated and cross-checked against more than 6.6 million real workshop operations, NHTSA records and OEM technical sources — and updated continuously. No invented estimates.

The Dodge Neon-Mx (2003–2025) uses Mopar 0W-20 Full Synthetic engine oil. It is powered by a 1.4L I4 T-GDi engine. Use the sections below for verified fluids, battery, OEM tyres, the maintenance schedule, recommended parts and the most commonly reported OBD2 fault codes for this vehicle.

⚠️ COMMON PROBLEMS
Transmission fault signal (TCM)MODERATE

The transmission module detected a fault — check separate transmission codes.

Related codes: P0700

Misfire / Loss of cylinderMODERATE

Rough running, idle vibration, power loss.

Related codes: P0300

Thermostat: coolant temperature lowLOW

Thermostat stuck open — engine does not reach operating temperature.

Related codes: P0128

Battery/system voltage lowLOW

System voltage below 10V — check alternator, battery or wiring.

Related codes: P0562

P0011LOW

Check with an OBD2 scanner.

Related codes: P0011

🔧 COMMON REPAIRS
🔧
Front brake pads
Difficulty: Easy
0.9h
€63 – €81
🔧
Rear brake pads
Difficulty: Easy
1.0h
€70 – €90
🛢
Engine oil change
Difficulty: Easy
0.4h
€28 – €36
🔧
ABS Module
Difficulty: Medium
2.0h
€140 – €180
💰 AVERAGE INDICATIVE COSTS

Prices may vary by area and workshop.

🔧
Full service
€ 120 – € 200
🛑
Full brake service
€ 180 – € 300
⚡
Spark plug replacement
€ 80 – € 140
📊
Electronic diagnosis
€ 40 – € 70
⏱️ OFFICIAL LABOUR TIMES (OLP)

Standard labour hours from a database of 6.6M+ real shop operations, with an indicative labour-cost estimate for your country.

Brakes8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
ABS Module2.3h€ 103–€ 172
ABS Pump2.3h€ 103–€ 172
ABS Tone Ring1.7h€ 76–€ 127
ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Front1.7h€ 76–€ 127
ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Rear1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Brake Bleed - All Four1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Brake Booster3.5h€ 157–€ 262
Brake Booster Check Valve1.2h€ 54–€ 90
Cooling8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
Coolant Bypass Pipe1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Coolant Flush0.9h€ 40–€ 67
Coolant Reservoir1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Coolant Temperature Sensor0.6h€ 27–€ 45
Cooling Fan Assembly1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Cooling Fan Clutch1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Cooling Fan Motor1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Cooling Fan Relay1.2h€ 54–€ 90
Electrical8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
Airbag - Driver1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Airbag - Passenger1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Airbag - Side1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Airbag Module/Computer1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Alternator1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Alternator Belt1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Amplifier1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Antenna0.6h€ 27–€ 45
Engine8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
Boost Pressure Sensor3.5h€ 157–€ 262
Camshaft Position Sensor1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Camshaft R&R5.2h€ 234–€ 390
Connecting Rod Bearings1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Crankshaft Position Sensor1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Crankshaft R&R1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Cylinder Head R&R5.2h€ 234–€ 390
Cylinder Head Resurface5.2h€ 234–€ 390
Exhaust8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
Air Injection Check Valve1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Catalytic Converter - California2.3h€ 103–€ 172
Catalytic Converter - Direct Fit2.3h€ 103–€ 172
Catalytic Converter - Universal2.3h€ 103–€ 172
Downpipe2.3h€ 103–€ 172
EGR Cooler1.7h€ 76–€ 127
EGR Tube1.7h€ 76–€ 127
EGR Valve1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Fuel system8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
Charcoal Canister1.7h€ 76–€ 127
EVAP Purge Valve1.7h€ 76–€ 127
EVAP Vent Valve1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Fuel Cap0.3h€ 13–€ 22
Fuel Filler Neck3.5h€ 157–€ 262
Fuel Filter0.6h€ 27–€ 45
Fuel Filter - In-Tank1.2h€ 54–€ 90
Fuel Injector - Single3.5h€ 157–€ 262
HVAC8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
AC Accumulator2.3h€ 103–€ 172
AC Clutch Coil1.7h€ 76–€ 127
AC Compressor2.3h€ 103–€ 172
AC Compressor Clutch2.3h€ 103–€ 172
AC Compressor Oil Add2.3h€ 103–€ 172
AC Condenser2.3h€ 103–€ 172
AC Evaporator2.3h€ 103–€ 172
AC Expansion Valve (TXV)2.3h€ 103–€ 172
Steering8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
Center Link/Drag Link1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Electric Power Steering Module1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Electric Power Steering Motor1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Idler Arm1.2h€ 54–€ 90
Pitman Arm1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Power Steering Fluid Flush2.3h€ 103–€ 172
Power Steering Gear Box2.3h€ 103–€ 172
Power Steering Hose - High Pressure1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Suspension8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
Air Line1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Air Spring/Air Bag1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Air Suspension Compressor1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Air Suspension Height Sensor1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Air Suspension Valve Block1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Ball Joint - Lower1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Ball Joint - Upper2.3h€ 103–€ 172
Ball Joints - Upper and Lower2.3h€ 103–€ 172
Transmission8 operations
OperationLabour hours (OLP)Est. labour cost
Kickdown Cable1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Neutral Safety Switch1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Overdrive Solenoid1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Shift Cable1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Shift Linkage1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Shift Solenoid - Single1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Shift Solenoids - All1.7h€ 76–€ 127
Torque Converter5.2h€ 234–€ 390
💵 WORKSHOP LABOUR RATES BY COUNTRY

Average independent-workshop hourly labour rates, to estimate repair costs in your country.

🇩🇪Germany€95/h
🇪🇸Spain€55/h
🇫🇷France€75/h
🇮🇹Italy€45/h
🇬🇧UK£80/h
🇺🇸USA$120/h
Reference rate
€45/h
Source: Eurostat 2024
💧 FLUIDS & LUBRICANTS
Engine oil
Engine oil
Mopar 0W-20 Full Synthetic
With filter change
4.0 L
Coolant
Coolant
Mopar OAT Coolant (Purple)
Use pre-mixed or mix 50/50 with distilled water
6.0 L
Brake fluid
Brake fluid
Mopar DOT 4 Brake Fluid
Replace when moisture content exceeds 3% or every 2-3 years
Automatic transmission fluid
Mopar ATF+4
10.0 L
Power steering fluid
Electric Power Steering (No Fluid)
Electric power steering - no fluid required
Washer fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid
Refill as needed. Use winter-rated in cold climates.
3.5 L
📋 RECALLS & TSB (0)

No official recall verified for this vehicle in the NHTSA database.

🔴 DASHBOARD WARNING LIGHTS — UNIVERSAL GUIDE

53 warning lights classified by urgency. Appears on your vehicle? Check the urgency level.

Show all dashboard warning lights
🔴 IMMEDIATE STOP — pull over
Oil Pressure WarningEngine
Engine Temperature WarningCooling
!BRAKE
Brake System WarningBrakes
K
Immobilizer / Key FaultSecurity
🟠 WARNING — check soon
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) / Check EngineEngine
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)Emissions
+−
Battery / Charging SystemElectrical
Low Fuel WarningFuel
!BRAKE
ABS WarningBrakes
!BRAKE
Brake Pad Wear IndicatorBrakes
!BRAKE
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)Brakes
!
Power Steering WarningSteering
ESC / Stability Control FaultChassis
Tire Pressure Warning (TPMS)Chassis
Transmission Temperature WarningTransmission
Transmission / Gearbox FaultTransmission
Airbag / SRS WarningActive safety
EGR / Exhaust Gas Recirculation FaultEmissions
Catalytic Converter / Emissions FaultEmissions
AdBlue / DEF Level LowEmissions
Coolant Level LowCooling
Hybrid / EV System WarningHybrid
EV Charge System FaultHybrid
12V Battery (Hybrid/EV Auxiliary)Hybrid
S
Suspension Fault / Air SuspensionSuspension
N
CAN Bus / Network Communication FaultNetwork
Water in Fuel FilterFuel
Diesel Injector FaultFuel
!
Steering Angle Sensor FaultSteering
Turbo / Boost Pressure FaultEngine
Regenerative Braking Fault (Hybrid/EV)Hybrid
🟡 MONITOR
Fuel Cap / Evap SystemEmissions
?
4WD / AWD SystemDrivetrain
L
Bulb Failure WarningLighting
L
Headlight Range / Leveling FaultLighting
Service / Maintenance DueMaintenance
AC
A/C System FaultHvac
Clutch Wear WarningTransmission
A
Cruise Control / ACC FaultADAS
🔵 INFORMATION
Engine Temperature Low (Blue)Cooling
Glow Plug / Diesel PreheatEngine
Traction Control / ESC OffChassis
Seatbelt ReminderActive safety
L
Rear Fog Light IndicatorLighting
A
Lane Departure / LDWS WarningADAS
A
Forward Collision Warning (FCW/AEB)ADAS
A
Blind Spot Monitor FaultADAS
A
Rear Parking Sensor / Camera FaultADAS
Windshield Washer Fluid LowMaintenance
!
Door Open WarningBody
!
Hood / Trunk Open WarningBody
Gear Shift Indicator (Manual)Transmission
Sport / Performance Mode ActiveTransmission

Frequently Asked Questions

What engine oil should I use on the Dodge Neon-Mx (2003–2025)?

The engine oil specification for the Dodge Neon-Mx (2003–2025) is Mopar 0W-20 Full Synthetic. Always use the viscosity grade approved by the manufacturer: a different oil can reduce engine protection and void the warranty. Check the change interval in the Maintenance section.

Which OBD2 fault codes are commonly documented for the Dodge Neon-Mx (2003–2025)?

Commonly documented OBD2 codes across many vehicles include: P0420, P0300, P0171. Find the full description, likely causes and estimated repair costs in the OBD2 Codes section on this page.

How often should the Dodge Neon-Mx (2003–2025) be serviced?

Routine maintenance for the Dodge Neon-Mx (2003–2025) typically includes an oil change every 6,000–9,000 miles (10,000–15,000 km), an air filter every 12,000–18,000 miles (20,000–30,000 km) and a brake inspection every 12,000 miles (20,000 km). Check the full plan with specific intervals in the Scheduled Maintenance section on this page.

Considering buying a Dodge Neon-Mx (2003–2025)? Use this guide to check expected maintenance costs, the most reported fault codes and parts availability on the market. Real data, zero commercial estimates.

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