The Dodge ECH or Magnum 2.0 2.0-liter gasoline engine was built from 1999 to 2004 and was installed in sports versions of the popular Neon model, such as R / T or ACR. This motor was distinguished from the ECB unit by the presence of an intake manifold with variable geometry.
The Neon series also includes internal combustion engines: EBD, ECB, ECC, EDT, EDZ and EDV.
The engine was installed on:
- Dodge Neon 2 (PL) in 1999 – 2004.
Specifications
| Production years | 1999-2004 |
| Displacement, cc | 1996 |
| Fuel system | injector |
| Power output, hp | 150 |
| Torque output, Nm | 183 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 87.5 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 83 |
| Compression ratio | 9.8 |
| Features | SOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.3 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 3 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Dodge Neon 2002) — city — highway — combined |
11.5 6.7 8.4 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~260 000 |
Disadvantages of the ECH engine
- This is a rare engine that was installed only on sports versions of the Neon model;
- The most problems here are in the cooling system: the hoses and the thermostat are cracking;
- Therefore, the most common breakdown is overheating with gasket breakdown and cylinder head warping;
- At high mileage, grease leaks from oil seals or oil burners are often encountered;
- The timing belt resource is about 100,000 km, and when the valve breaks, it usually bends.
