Chrysler ECD
Most engine problems are due to the vagaries of piezoelectric pump injectors.
Dodge Caliber engines
Dodge Caliber is a hatchback manufactured from 2006 to 2011 by the car company Chrysler. Thanks to its crossover design, the Caliber sold particularly well in the US, Russia, Australia and Asia. In 2009, the interior of the Dodge Caliber has undergone changes. In addition, the model has lost its all-wheel drive modification. Externally, the Caliber borrowed a lot from the Dodge Magnum, and the interior from Nissan.
The Dodge Caliber was offered with 7 engines between 2006 and 2011 (3 diesel, 4 petrol). Displacement ranges from 1.8 to 2.4 liters, power output from 136 to 285 hp. 5 use a timing chain and 2 a timing belt. 4 are turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Chrysler ECD (about 300,000 km).
Dodge Caliber engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge Caliber 1 (PM) 2006–2011 | |||||||
| Dodge ECN | 2006–2011 | 2.0 L R4 | 158 hp | petrol | chain | 4.3 L | ~250,000 km |
| Dodge EBA | 2006–2009 | 1.8 L R4 | 148 hp | petrol | chain | 4.3 L | ~220,000 km |
| Dodge ED3 | 2006–2011 | 2.4 L R4 | 170–175 hp | petrol | chain | 4.3 L | ~260,000 km |
| Chrysler ECD | 2006–2011 | 2.0 L R4 | 140 hp | diesel, turbo | belt | 4.3 L | ~300,000 km |
| Dodge ECE | 2006–2011 | 2.0 L R4 | 140 hp | diesel, turbo | belt | 4.3 L | ~280,000 km |
| Jeep ENE | 2010–2011 | 2.1 L R4 | 136–163 hp | diesel, turbo | chain + gears | 6.5 L | ~300,000 km |
| Dodge Caliber SRT4 (PM) 2007–2009 | |||||||
| Dodge ED4 | 2007–2009 | 2.4 L R4 | 285 hp | petrol, turbo | chain | 4.3 L | ~230,000 km |
Dodge Caliber engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Dodge Caliber?
Dodge Caliber 1 (PM) (2006–2011): Dodge ECN, Dodge EBA, Dodge ED3, Chrysler ECD, Dodge ECE and Jeep ENE; Dodge Caliber SRT4 (PM) (2007–2009): Dodge ED4.
Which Dodge Caliber engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Dodge Caliber engines are: Chrysler ECD — about 300,000 km; Jeep ENE — about 300,000 km; Dodge ECE — about 280,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Dodge Caliber engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Chrysler ECD — 4.3 L (5W-30); Dodge EBA — 4.3 L (5W-30); Dodge ECE — 4.3 L (5W-30); Dodge ECN — 4.3 L (5W-30); Dodge ED3 — 4.3 L (5W-30); Dodge ED4 — 4.3 L (5W-30); Jeep ENE — 6.5 L (5W-30).
Does the Dodge Caliber have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Dodge EBA, Dodge ECN, Dodge ED3, Dodge ED4 and Jeep ENE; timing belt: Chrysler ECD and Dodge ECE; gear drive: Jeep ENE. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.
Was the Dodge Caliber available with a diesel engine?
Yes: Chrysler ECD, Dodge ECE and Jeep ENE.
Engine details
Dodge EBA
The most common problems are related to contamination and breakage of the electronic choke.
Dodge ECE
The main part of the problems is delivered by the vagaries of piezoelectric pump injectors.
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.
Dodge ED4
For a turbo engine, this power unit is quite reliable and does not cause much trouble.
Jeep ENE
There was a revocable company to replace Delphi piezo injectors on engines of the first years.
Models with the same engines
- Jeep Compass 5 shared engines
- Jeep Patriot 5 shared engines
- Chrysler Sebring 3 shared engines
- Dodge Avenger 3 shared engines
- Dodge Journey 3 shared engines