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#24 of 53
07 Sebring 3.5L Limited by tedebear
Sep 22, 2007 (9:38 am)
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Replying to: cliff11 (Sep 21, 2007 3:54 pm)

I bought an '07 Limited 3.5L a week ago. I originally test drove the 2.7L but I wanted something with a bit more pep. The 3.5L, combined with the 6-speed trans, has what I was looking for. I am generally driving conservatively during the break-in and am looking forward to when that is over with.
 
I am very happy with it so far. It drives so quiet and smooth. The MyGIG "infotainment" system is a fun thing to play with. During my lunch hour I go out just to tinker with it. The Boston Acoustics speakers sound great.
 
I love the many features that it came with that are too numerous to list and I'm sure I'd forget a few anyway. I hope I'm still this happy with my purchase 5 years from now.
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Concerned by mikeinca
Nov 17, 2007 (9:47 pm)
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I recently purchased a used 2007 Sebring sedan (basic 4 cyl). Beautiful car, only 12k miles on it (rental).
 
Problem:
When accelerating (at any speed, or from stand-still), there is a high-pitched whine that comes from the engine compartment. If you gun the accelerator hard, it tends to not even be audible (not sure if it goes away completely, but I can't hear it then).
 
Cruising along, while maintaining any speed, you can hear it. Press a little more on the gas, it gets louder. Let off the gas altogether, it stops altogether.
 
I took it into a Chrylser dealership today, and they called me 4 hours later saying there was a recall on a part that was making the sound. I asked for details on the part, and they were vague, saying something about "G39, that's all I know".
 
Turns out Chrylser just put a recall out on their website (Nov 14th 2007), and the part description is "Radiator fan motor connector", and the entry links to "G39.pdf". The recall text isn't available yet. I can't imagine how that would have anything to do with the symptoms of this problem! So I'm concerned.
 
To me it sounds like a noise related to the fuel delivery (injector, something)... or worse, a characteristic of the automatic transmission... something they'd give me the run around about, until they finally say, "We can't do anything".
 
Anyone have experience with this high-pitched whine in the 4 cylinder Sebring?
#26 of 53
Re: Concerned [mikeinca] by mikeinca
Nov 17, 2007 (11:09 pm)
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Replying to: mikeinca (Nov 17, 2007 9:47 pm)

Found the details on the recall, and it wouldn't explain the whine:
 
Make / Models : Model/Build Years:
CHRYSLER / SEBRING 2007-2008
DODGE / AVENGER 2007-2008
  
Manufacturer : DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
  
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 07V473000 Mfr's Report Date : OCT 02, 2007
 
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
 
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 102042
 
Summary:
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.4 LITER ENGINES, THE ENGINE COOLANT MAY BE DRAWN INTO THE LEFT RADIATOR COOLING FAN MOTOR CONNECTOR.
 
Consequence:
THIS CAN CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT AND RESULT IN AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
 
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE CONNECTOR FOR CONTAMINATION OR DAMAGE, INSTALL A WIRING HARNESS OVERLAY, AND REPLACE THE FAN MOTOR FREE OR CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
 
Notes:
DAIMLERCHRYSLER RECALL NO. G39. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
#27 of 53
Re: Concerned [mikeinca] by cliff11
Nov 27, 2007 (3:42 pm)
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Replying to: mikeinca (Nov 17, 2007 11:09 pm)

I did not know about the recall, but when I took my car in for an oil change today, they told me about it, and fixed it with no problem. After three months, I am still in love with this car, and would recommend it to anyone.
#28 of 53
Re: Concerned [mikeinca] by mikeinca
Nov 27, 2007 (4:07 pm)
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Replying to: mikeinca (Nov 17, 2007 9:47 pm)

Follow up....
 
The recall was taken care of, and had nothing to do with the high pitched whine. At first the mechanic (who went for a test ride with me, thanks to a talk I had with the assistant manager) said "That's the characteristic whine of this transmission". I couldn't believe that, and then demonstrated that the whine stopped when I released the gas pedal.. he said, "That's not the transmission".
 
They took it in, and determined the EVAC sensor (I think) was to blame. After replacing that, the whine was gone. And what a relief it was!! I'm enjoying my Sebring much much more now.
#30 of 53
Why is it loud? by jackie82va
Jan 25, 2008 (5:50 pm)
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I just bought a 2007 sebring with 28, miles on it
i have never had one of these cars before
but it seems to me that the engine is a little loud when i drive and push on the gas to go
does anyone know anything about this ???
#31 of 53
Re: Why is it loud? [jackie82va] by tedebear
Jan 25, 2008 (6:06 pm)
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Replying to: jackie82va (Jan 25, 2008 5:50 pm)

Which engine - 2.4L, 2.7L or 3.5L? I have a 2007 Sebring with the 3.5L and I haven't noticed any abnormal engine noise. Get a second opinion by driving a friend around and see what he/she thinks.
 
If you both think it's too loud you might have a shop check for an exhaust leak. Muffler shops will usually check it for free and if it just needs a bolt torqued down they'll probably do that for free with the hope of gaining your future business.
 
I know it's still under warranty but the dealer would probably keep it overnight.
#32 of 53
Re: Why is it loud? [jackie82va] by mikeinca
Jan 25, 2008 (10:10 pm)
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Replying to: jackie82va (Jan 25, 2008 5:50 pm)

I have the 2.4L four cylinder.... the base model. Yes, you definitely notice the engine noise in the cab. It's one of those "you get what you pay for" situations. I paid $15k for an '07 with 12k miles on it... base price new, I think is $18k? It's sad they didn't invest in better sound insulation or engineer it with reduced engine sound in mind.
 
However, I really don't mind it that much... I got used to it quickly. I like the gas mileage, and I like the rest of the car.
#33 of 53
Re: Why is it loud? [mikeinca] by jackie82va
Jan 27, 2008 (2:32 pm)
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Replying to: mikeinca (Jan 25, 2008 10:10 pm)

its a 2.4L
i just bought it this week i only payed 13,$ for it and its a 2007 with about 28k miles on it , so i thought that i got a good deal its really nice , i went from a 05 Dodge Neon to this so yeah i am happy with it i think that you are right about the sound that it just has bad insulation on it and all . but i love it just put my Sirius Radio in it , i had a friend ride with me and they just think thats how its suposed to be and im not used to it and all
so its ok

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