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Chrysler Sebring Warning Lights and Problem Codes

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#113 of 159 Re: check engine light [dlhuff63] by rcaoun

Nov 29, 2009 (1:02 pm)

Replying to: dlhuff63 (Nov 03, 2009 10:58 am)
re: 2006 Chrysler Sebring - check engine light won't turn off
 
Same problem. Just purchased the car used.
Check Engine light came on while driving home from work 2 days after getting the car home. Took to dealer, who originally said we must have done something to it? Then he decided to help us.
- First try: He cleaned the engine and did a few tests. Replaced the Oxygen Sensors. The light went off. 2 days later... it was back.
- Second try: Then the dealer had the Catalytic converter replaced. Brand new. Car ran fine for 2 miles. Light was back on same day.
 
The car "looks" great. The engine light will not go off. I think we occasionally get a whiff of gas....
 
Anyone fix this issue? It seems to be an ongoing problem from year to year??

#114 of 159 Re: check engine light [rcaoun] by keishaj02

Dec 02, 2009 (6:17 pm)

Replying to: rcaoun (Nov 29, 2009 1:02 pm)
Same problem. I just purchased the car a few days ago. After the spark plugs and everything was changed the check engine light went off, then it came back on the next day. I haven't smelled a whiff of gas yet. I hope someone can fix the problem soon.

#115 of 159 Engine light on by jquinny

Dec 03, 2009 (5:00 pm)

The car won't start unless I pump the gas a dozen times.
When it does start, it seems fine until 2k, then runs really bad.
Haven't driven it because of this.
Anyone have any ideas?

#116 of 159 Re: 1998 6 Cylinder 2.5l Sebring convert. JKI Problem [kilofactor] by guinnessford

Dec 29, 2009 (5:00 pm)

Replying to: kilofactor (Jun 27, 2005 12:58 am)
You have got to be kidding me.... a switch?
 
There are over 30 sensors and switches on a car that can go bad, or give false readings to set this light off.
 
As a mechanic, i am disturbed to think that my customers would ever think this.
 
Something as minute as a loose gas cap, or overfilling your tank, to spiders inside your emissions control devices can also set it off.
 
Please, trust your mechanic.
 
ESPECIALLY your dealerships.

#117 of 159 Check Engine Light/P0303 Code by savanaseven

Jan 04, 2010 (12:44 am)

I have a 2006 Chrysler Sebring. The check engine light came on. Went to Auto Zone and they connected hand held diagnostic computer which showed P0303 Code which says #3 Spark Plug is misfiring. We changed the plugs, the wires and the spark module and it still continues to stay on. Now my blower on the ac and heater only works on high setting. Their is an exhaust smell when engine is starting and it is idling really rough. Any suggestions or comments?

#118 of 159 PO300&PO305 by stenn

Mar 04, 2010 (5:46 pm)

1998 Chrysler Sebring
6 Cyl. 2.5L
119000 mi.
   
Just bought this car for my Daughter and have had the following done with no results. (paid $1500.00, but put $695.00 on sales slip to help with sales tax, got boned)
   
Replaced plugs, rotor, dist. cap., wires
Checked out misfire Cyl 5, codes PO300 & PO305 found.
Leak down test (Good) for Cyl.5
Compression Test 172
Replace lower and upper intake Gaskets
Swap Injector & Spark Plug 5 & 6 No Change.
   
I also had to replace the Cat. Converter because it was broken up inside, the guy at the Garage said that could have been from the injector at 5 shooting to much gas and overheating the Cat.
Garage said the computer seems as if it was replace at some time because there is a sticker on it that says it has to be programed and New cars do not have these stickers. It only misses after being warmed up for 15-20 min. and only when idling not when it's being driven. Seems to be terrible on Gas.
He suspects a wire could be the problem but says it could take days to find it. I'm already into this thing for $1200.00 (parts & labor) on the of the $1500.00 I paid.
Any help would be appreciated

#119 of 159 2004 sebring lxi 145000 k by cprong

Apr 08, 2010 (10:20 am)

Car died on the highway for the second time in a month. Both times, after a rain,
just spent $100's on ball joints's, tire rod ends -
the car died the first time, towed in - sat over night - started up and away she went.
this time - took it right in.
dashboard lights (only) died a couple of months ago.
lights come on and off at will - engine light, oil light etc
heated seats have ever only worked for like 2 wks and die.
windshield wipers died on highway 2 years ago
paid 40000 for this frkkkin car - and cannot safely drive it to work
seen lots of posts with lots of issues -----
who do we complain too? does anyone at chrylser listen????????
Do we have a definitive answer as to what causes the car to lose power and die?
won't even turn over now.
stupid car - looks good - pc of " ____"
any help is greatly appreciated,
live in milton
cprongrobert.ca
cheers,

#120 of 159 Re: check engine light [dlhuff63] by ralyonsjr

Apr 13, 2010 (6:52 am)

Replying to: dlhuff63 (Nov 04, 2009 1:25 pm)
I HAVE A 2005 LIMITED WITH THE ENGINE LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF SINCE ABOUT 70000 MILES! HAD 3 PCS REPLACLED, CAT CONVERTER REPLACED HAS BEEN IN AND OUT OF SHOP ABOUT 15 TIMES FOR THIS ISSUE NOT RESOLUTION!! NOW THE LIGHT COMES ON AND OFF AT WILL AND I AM AT 120000 MILES. WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHAT TO DO!! IF ANYONE FINDS OUT SOMETHING PLEASE LET ME IN ON IT!! DEALERS HAVE NO IDEA!! BOB

#121 of 159 Re: PO300&PO305 [stenn] by jrl4847

Jul 20, 2010 (6:40 am)

Replying to: stenn (Mar 04, 2010 5:46 pm)
Hi.. I know this post is old, so I'm curious if this got resolved.
 
My car seems to be acting the same way, reading a cyl 6 misfire though. What seemed to be the root of the problem for you in this case??

#122 of 159 99 Sebring LXI won't crank by cori1431

Aug 12, 2010 (10:59 pm)

I have a 99 Sebring LXI 6cy and it keeps shuting off. I have done a tune up, replaced the distributor and cap, Changed the fuel filters and it won't stay on. Sometimes it runs for a day and then shuts off or runs for 2-10mins and then shuts off. I have noticed that sometimes it jerks then shuts down or it will cut off completly. Also when I try to crank it the rpm stick doesn't move at all and the brake light appears on the dash. I'm so lost.
 
Can someone help????

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