Mitsubishi 4G64
All the main problems of this power unit are associated with poor or old lubrication.
Chrysler Sebring engines
The Chrysler Sebring is a mid-size car manufactured by Fiat-Chrysler. Years of release – 1995-2010. This model includes 3 generations of a convertible, 2 of a sedan and 2 of a coupe. The Sebring line in '95 replaced the previous Chrysler LeBaron coupe and convertible versions a year later. In 2011, the sedan and convertible were replaced by Chrysler 200. The factories for the production of the Sebring sedan were located in the United States, and the convertible was manufactured in Mexico. From 2008 to 2009, according to a license purchased from the company, Volga Cyber cars were manufactured at GAZ.
The Chrysler Sebring was offered with 10 engines between 1995 and 2010 (9 petrol, 1 diesel). Displacement ranges from 2.0 to 3.5 liters, power output from 112 to 240 hp. 3 use a timing chain and 7 a timing belt. 1 is turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Chrysler EDZ (about 500,000 km).
Chrysler Sebring engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chrysler Sebring 1 (JX) 1995–2000 | |||||||
| Mitsubishi 6G73 | 1995–2000 | 2.5 L V6 | 165–200 hp | petrol | belt | 5 L | ~400,000 km |
| Chrysler ECC | 1995–2000 | 2.0 L R4 | 140–150 hp | petrol | belt | 4.3 L | ~270,000 km |
| Chrysler EDZ | 1995–2000 | 2.4 L R4 | 137–152 hp | petrol | belt | 5.5 L | ~500,000 km |
| Chrysler Sebring 2 (JR) 2000–2006 | |||||||
| Chrysler EER | 2000–2006 | 2.7 L V6 | 190–205 hp | petrol | chain | 5.4 L | ~330,000 km |
| Chrysler ECC | 2000–2003 | 2.0 L R4 | 140–150 hp | petrol | belt | 4.3 L | ~270,000 km |
| Chrysler EDZ | 2000–2006 | 2.4 L R4 | 137–152 hp | petrol | belt | 5.5 L | ~500,000 km |
| Chrysler Sebring 3 (JS) 2006–2010 | |||||||
| Chrysler EER | 2006–2010 | 2.7 L V6 | 190–205 hp | petrol | chain | 5.4 L | ~330,000 km |
| Chrysler EGF | 2006–2010 | 3.5 L V6 | 235 hp | petrol | belt | 5.2 L | ~350,000 km |
| Dodge ECN | 2006–2010 | 2.0 L R4 | 158 hp | petrol | chain | 4.3 L | ~250,000 km |
| Dodge ED3 | 2006–2010 | 2.4 L R4 | 170–175 hp | petrol | chain | 4.3 L | ~260,000 km |
| Chrysler ECD | 2006–2010 | 2.0 L R4 | 140 hp | diesel, turbo | belt | 4.3 L | ~300,000 km |
| Other Chrysler Sebring engines generation not specified | |||||||
| Mitsubishi 4G64 | 1985–present | 2.4 L R4 | 112–165 hp | petrol | belt | 4 L | ~330,000 km |
| Mitsubishi 6G72 | 1986–2008 | 3.0 L V6 | 140–240 hp | petrol | belt | 5.5 L | ~400,000 km |
Chrysler Sebring engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Chrysler Sebring?
Chrysler Sebring 1 (JX) (1995–2000): Mitsubishi 6G73, Chrysler ECC and Chrysler EDZ; Chrysler Sebring 2 (JR) (2000–2006): Chrysler EER, Chrysler ECC and Chrysler EDZ; Chrysler Sebring 3 (JS) (2006–2010): Chrysler EER, Chrysler EGF, Dodge ECN, Dodge ED3 and Chrysler ECD.
Which Chrysler Sebring engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Chrysler Sebring engines are: Chrysler EDZ — about 500,000 km; Mitsubishi 6G72 — about 400,000 km; Mitsubishi 6G73 — about 400,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Chrysler Sebring engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Chrysler ECC — 4.3 L (5W-30); Chrysler ECD — 4.3 L (5W-30); Chrysler EDZ — 5.5 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Chrysler EER — 5.4 L (5W-30); Chrysler EGF — 5.2 L (5W-30); Dodge ECN — 4.3 L (5W-30); Dodge ED3 — 4.3 L (5W-30); Mitsubishi 4G64 — 4 L (5W-30); Mitsubishi 6G72 — 5.5 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Mitsubishi 6G73 — 5 L (5W-30, 5W-40).
Does the Chrysler Sebring have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Chrysler EER, Dodge ECN and Dodge ED3; timing belt: Chrysler ECC, Chrysler ECD, Chrysler EDZ, Chrysler EGF, Mitsubishi 4G64, Mitsubishi 6G72 and Mitsubishi 6G73. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.
Was the Chrysler Sebring available with a diesel engine?
Yes: Chrysler ECD.
Engine details
Mitsubishi 6G72
Apart from the engines of the first years of production, this is a very reliable engine with a huge resource. Most of…
Mitsubishi 6G73
This distributed injection engine is not very demanding on fuel quality, however, many of these engines were equipped with a capricious GDi…
Chrysler ECC
The main problem of the internal combustion engine of this line is considered to be overheating with a breakdown of the cylinder…
Chrysler EDZ
This motor absolutely does not tolerate overheating, and its thermostat regularly flows through the body. So replacing the gasket with grinding the…
Chrysler EER
The most famous problem here is antifreeze leaks from under the pump gasket.
Chrysler ECD
Most engine problems are due to the vagaries of piezoelectric pump injectors.
Chrysler EGF
The main problem of the motor is in narrow oil channels and they quickly become slagged. This leads to oil starvation of…
Dodge ECN
The main problems for the owner are delivered by a very unreliable electronic throttle.
Dodge ED3
Most often, owners on the forums complain about an unreliable electronic choke.
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