2008–2014 Dodge Avenger

2008-2014 Dodge Avenger — Engine Oil & Filter Change

By Ray Delgado ✓ Certified Mechanic · Published Sep 21, 2026 · Updated Oct 22, 2026

🔧🔧 Moderate 30-60 minutes $57 DIY

Save $63 by doing it yourself! Shop cost: $120

Quick answer: Engine Oil & Filter Change on a 2008–2014 Dodge Avenger is rated Moderate and takes about 30-60 minutes. You'll need 2 tools for this job, and parts cost about $57. This guide walks you through the full job step by step, including the mistakes to avoid.

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Parts You Need

Total Cost

$57.00

Oil spec 2.4L 4-cyl

Capacity 4.5 qt with filter Viscosity 5W-20

Part Name	Part Number	Price	Buy
Engine Oil (5W-20)	—	$45.00	Amazon
Correct engine oil filter and drain-plug washer for 2008-2014 Dodge Avenger	—	$12.00	Amazon

About prices: shown prices are typical retail averages and change frequently; cheaper alternatives may be available. Confirm the current price before buying.

💡 Pro tip: Order all parts at once to save on shipping

Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these steps carefully

Confirm oil specification and make the vehicle safe

Confirm your engine. 2.4L World: 4.5 quarts 5W-20 with filter change (Mopar 4892339AA-type spin-on). Others: 3.6L V6 5.9 quarts 5W-30, top-side cartridge; 2.7L 5.5 quarts 5W-20; 3.5L 5.5 quarts 10W-30. Interval: ~8,000 miles or 6 months. Gather filter, oil, pan.

Warm briefly and protect the work area

Idle two to three minutes to thin oil, then shut off. Remove filler cap to vent crankcase. Raise front on ramps or stands. Slide 6-quart-minimum pan under oil pan; check for splash shield or access panel over plug and filter.

Drain the used oil and replace the filter

Loosen drain plug, finish by hand, drain to a drip. Refit with fresh washer: 30 ft-lb (2.4L), 20 ft-lb (3.6L). 2.4L spin-on on block front: remove, check gasket came away, oil gasket, hand-tight plus three-quarters turn. 3.6L uses top-side cartridge.

Install the correct oil quantity

Pour 4.5 quarts 5W-20 through a funnel (3.6L: 5.9 quarts 5W-30). Add about 4 quarts first, wait a minute, then top up gradually to full mark. 2.4L dipstick can smear on first pull, so wipe it before each reading.

🔧 Mechanic's note — Ray Delgado

The 2.4L dipstick smears on the first pull every time. I wipe, re-dip, and read the second pull — it saves you from chasing a level that isn't there.

Check level, leaks, and service reminder

Idle a minute so filter fills and pressure builds — oil light should go out quickly. Shut off, wait briefly, recheck dipstick, top up if needed. Check weeping at plug, filter. Reset oil-life monitor per manual; note date and mileage.

All Done!

Test your repair before closing everything up. If something doesn't work right, double-check your steps.

⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Using the wrong viscosity, capacity, or filter
• Working under a vehicle supported only by a jack
• Reusing a crushed drain-plug washer or leaving the old filter gasket stuck
• Over-tightening the filter or drain plug
• Starting the engine before checking the oil level and leaks

Tools You'll Need

Floor jack or ramps and rated jack stands if needed Oil-drain pan, funnel, gloves, and eye protection Socket or wrench for the drain plug and oil-filter tool Calibrated torque wrench and shop towels

⚠️ Safety First!

• Informational DIY. EZ Car Fix is not a shop.
• Work on level ground with the engine off and only safely supported by ramps or rated jack stands; never rely on a jack alone.
• Verify oil viscosity, capacity, filter, and drain-plug washer for the exact engine. Do not mix fluids or overfill.
• Hot oil can burn. Wear gloves and eye protection, keep spills away from tires, and dispose of used oil at an approved collection point.
• Stop if the drain plug, filter housing, pan, or threads are damaged or leaking.