Chrysler-Sebring -
my sebring 1997 wont start
george newman (71.103.73.208) - Sun Dec 4 02:20:29 2005
i was driving my 97 lxi sebring and it felt and sounded like it was running out of gas. i pullrd into a parking lot -took a look under hood- then tried to start it. it turns over but doesnt start. the has been to 2 mechanics and they could not figure out the problem. i had another mechanic check out the car to find out there is no spark to the plugs, or to the fuel injectors. there is no check engine light on when key is turned to the on position. is there some shut off switch to reset or something i should check? i know the computer may have something to do with it but i want to make sure there isnt something im overlooking before i spend a large chunk of cash to replace the cars computer
Reply #1 Tom (24.43.216.151) - Mon Apr 24 18:43:42 2006
hello, did you hit something from the front. there is a shut off swicth that cuts off the fuel pump and other things if you have a front end collision. There should be a re-set button somewhere - check your manual or go ask a service person from chrysler. It could be located in the front where people put their legs. It is usually marked with some form of marker or plastic cover or label to reset when you have a front end collision.Many fuel pumps got replace because of this rest button. Hope this helps you. Maybe you hit something and after a few days after - the effect takes place.
Reply #2 francisco (216.5.25.221) - Fri May 26 09:39:43 2006
Chrysler's have a problem with distributors, get the # of your distributor and call a dealer. Also replace the crank sensor, that was my problem.
Reply #3 RACHEL (4.230.138.78) - Mon May 29 19:22:23 2006
i HAVE A 1997 CHRYSLER SEBRING COUPE V6, AND TODAY WHEN I TRIED TO START IT IT MADE A LOUD CLICKING SOUND IT'S A HARD SOUND TO EXPLAIN BUT IT CONTINUES UNTIL I STOP TURNING THE KEY. i AM GETTING BATTERIE CHARGE AND I HAVE TRIED TO JUMP IT, DOES ANYONE KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT THIS?
Reply #4 Mr. Jackson (70.178.1.242) - Thu Jun 1 17:42:19 2006
I have a 1997 Sebring lxi and when i'm going up the road my car will blank out like it is about to shut off. But when I come to a red light or a stop sign it will cut off, but it will start right back up. I have changed distributor, plugs and wires, and no shop can find the problem not even the chrysler place. Have anyone experienced this problem if so please send me and email or send it to this page I will be checking this site for while.
Reply #5 Wieuca (64.88.169.3) - Fri Oct 20 08:43:22 2006
My trunk floods (like 2 feet of water) My car was covered with a water proof top. It has leaked in the past I believe from the back drivers window but nothing like this. I also took out the 10 plugs from the sides of the doors, but it still leaks inside on the floor board back and front and it sometimes accumulates under the drivers seat. You can only imagine how it smells right now....like straight from Katrina.I've had the car about one year. I couldn't get it registered at first because it failed emissions. It sat for about one week, then I had to charge it as the battery had died...the reason for the failure of emissions. I was told I would have to run it about 100 miles or so to get the computer to start up. When I started to take it out to drive, the seat belt was broken. So how do you drive a car without registration, a tag and without seat belts for over 100 miles. By the way, it is a red convertible with a white top. I'm about to give it to a charity, but the title isn't available as I still owe money on it. and can't get it registered. I bought the car to drive on occasion, and I've found it needs to be driven often. I guess it could be donated for parts. Does anyone have any ideas? I don't think I'm prepared to put more money into it with the problems especially the roof. I do not have a garage. Thanks for any help. wieuca1@bellsouth.net
Reply #6 Mr D (72.66.30.207) - Thu Dec 7 17:23:32 2006
if it completely doesnt turn on you should not rule out the possibility it can be an ignition problem. Have you checked that possibility out.
Reply #7 thomas bowser (70.112.247.249) - Mon May 28 11:36:54 2007
I have a 2000 Sebring JXI wont start. I first tried to start it ran it ran for a few seconds and stopped. Tried 2 more times same thing. The fourth time it would not even turn over. Plugs and valve cover gaskets changed a few days ago. My Key is a duplicate .Could it be the Key a anti theft device. ECG sensor.Hall effect device.fuel pump or plugged gas cap vent. I just bought it used with 140, 000 miles on it. I cant afford to take it to a mechanic especially after reading all the bad stories on these cars.
Reply #8 cliford (68.48.17.197) - Sun Jun 3 14:38:17 2007
MY STORIES IS THE WORSE SCENARIO EVER HEARD IN MY LIFE.THE STORIES IS MY CHRYSLER SEBRING LXI 2.5 LITER V6 IS RUNNING GOOD EVERYDAY BUT I OBSERVE THAT I HAVE A LEAKING IN MY VALVE COVER GASKET AND I DID REPLACE IT TODAY WITH SILICONE SO THAT THE OIL WILL NOT COME OUT ANYMORE AS SOON I PUT IT BACK TOGETHER AND START THE CAR THE CAR START BACK ON BUT IT SHAKES OR IDLE GO DOWN UNTIL IT TURNS OFF AND I SAID WHY , I CHECK THE SPARKPLUG DISTRIBUTOR 1 CABLE IS LOOSE AND I PUT IT BACK OR PUSH TO DISTRIBUTOR AND I START THE CAR BUT THE PROBLEM IS IT WONT START ANYMORE AND I DONT UNDERSTAND AND AFTER THAT I CHECK THE VOLTAGE COMING OUT FROM THE SPARK PLUG IS NOTHING OR LET SAY NO SPARKS. I DONT KNOW HOW TO FIGURE OR TO REPLACE TO START MY CAR AGAIN....CAN UGUYS HELP ME CALL ME 8328673764 PLS.MAY GOD BLESS U ...PLS...
Reply #9 Bill (70.113.77.81) - Tue Jun 26 20:31:09 2007
I have a similar stalling problem. My 99 JXI V6 will just shut off like it is running out of gas. It feels like it is running on 2-3 cylnders just prior to it shutting off. I will not start right away , but if I wait 2-3 minutes it starts like nothing happened. I may fail right away or it may not. Also, when this happens I have some bad fumes and gray to black smoke coming out of the exhaust. But that goes away after the car starts. Anyone have the same exact problem.
Reply #10 Malcom (122.164.87.133) - Thu Jun 28 05:49:29 2007
Normally The Black Smoke problem will occur due to the fuel over flow inside the Cylinder. At the starting position the engine will take more fuel and the produce the slightly blackish smoke. If the smoke is more and full dark color means fuel may be over flow inside the cylinder. you just check your car km/l check the fuel injecting nozzle. If it is damaged means replace it. regards Malcom Sell Used Cars
Reply #11 Eduardo (68.215.111.138) - Sun Jul 8 01:47:39 2007
If your car wont start, listen first if the gas pump is working, open the switch and you should her it for about two seconds, if its working check your starter relay, on the front fuse box, when you try to start the car you should be able to hear a click in the relay.also check for spark in the spark plugs, if not maybe it will be your fuel filter on the xli is dirty, is on the back of the gas tank on top, unbolt the two stras, the tank will lower enough to take the filter out buy a new one, if you see it but you dont want to take it off, don`t` hit it, some of the dirt might go to the injectors and clog them. hope it works.
Reply #12 talon (71.206.112.105) - Tue Sep 18 22:02:07 2007
1999 sebring jxi. 20 amp ignition fuel starter fuse (located next to ecu in engine) keeps blowing out when key is turned. car starts on 30 amp but sometimes blows out also. I know there is a short somewhere but i have no idea where to start the pin pointing. Anyone know of this problem? Thank you.
Reply #13 Mark (68.42.0.19) - Wed Sep 19 23:31:49 2007
I am having the same problem with my 1997 Sebring convertible as talon is having with his 1999. I have had the car checked by a Dodge dealer service department, but they were not able to find the cause of the fuse blowing. Their solution was to put a 25A fuse in place of the specified 20A fuse. This worked great for about 4 startups. My daughter drives this car and I need to find a true solution! I plan to spend the weekend troubleshooting. If I can find a free wiring diagram online, I will send you a copy.. Please share any responses you receive in answer to your posting. I will do the same from other forums. Good luck to both of us! Mark
Reply #14 Gregory (70.118.249.188) - Thu Sep 20 17:47:14 2007
I have a 97 Chrysler Conv. I have had some of the same problems that some of you have mentioned. If you cut a key you have to get it progammed by the dealership as it will only start the car for about 10sec and then shut off. My car had the same shutting off problem and hesitation. Found out that it is the ECG valve, the TPS (throttle posotion sensor) and the throttle body needs cleaning, and fixinf these things are not cheap. The only problem now I have with the car is the water leak that I can't seem to fix. The chrysler dealership told me that it was the rear window leaking and need to replace the top for 1100.00. I guess that I will have to live with the leak unless someone have a solution for the problem. Hope this helped someone.
Reply #15 simon (206.172.234.175) - Wed Sep 26 16:27:24 2007
hi!i've 97 chrysler concorde when i stop at stop sign it shakes. what is the problem thank-you simon
Reply #16 Tempestt Garland (76.174.135.13) - Thu Dec 13 13:40:52 2007
I have a 1999 Chrysler Sebring JXI convertible. All the electric in my car is working except the radio. But the car won't start or take a jump. The lights, and power sears, windows and locks still work, but the car will not start or turn over. Can someone please help me. I just had a new battery put in.
Reply #17 Bandit (67.43.65.39) - Fri Dec 28 21:19:43 2007
I have a 98 Seabring Jxi Convert. and I have a similar problem as above. Car will not turn over however everything works and is fully charged, but turn the key and all idiot lights come on but will not turn over. Any ideas??
Reply #18 eric (71.184.122.50) - Sat Dec 29 16:13:54 2007
pull off the timeing cover and see if your chain/belt snap or skipped a tooth i was working on a car had similar problems chased the no spark/fuel problem until realize it becase if the timing belt is snap the computer get no signal to tell the computer when to fire spark or dump fuel
Reply #19 ann (71.178.183.69) - Sun Dec 30 13:16:18 2007
My 2000 Sebring Convertible wont start. I turn the key and nothing happens, not a click or anything. Also, I cannot open the car door lock using the remote. Nothing electrical is working. I first thought it was the battery, but I cannot even jump start the vehicle. Do you think it might be a fuse or something to do with the remote keyless entry?
Reply #20 Marcus (24.98.218.139) - Sat Feb 23 01:38:47 2008
I have a 98 Chrysler Sebring. For those with a car that won't turn at all, it is most likely your starter. The location of the exhaust pipe (which gets really hot) is close to the starter on some models. There are several tests you can do to be sure before you replace it, ask a local mechanic or go to an Autozone or Advance Auto Parts store. There are several possibilities including distributer, alternator, spark plugs or cables, crank shaft, battery, starter, or several fuel, belt or sensor issues. The checks for each possible electrical issue are tedious, however replacing a part that will not fix the problem is much more expensive. Obtaining trouble codes helps in identifying which particular problem it is, so look into this first. Mechanics most likely run through the same troubleshooting process as you will, so it is essential that you attempt to find out the type of problem you are dealing with. If you can tell them only that it won't start, there is a range of issues that might be the cause. Try and eliminate what you can beforehand, and communicate to the mechanic what you think and why. Pin-point the area of the issue and proceed from there with as many checks you can.
Reply #21 Albert (70.173.215.40) - Wed Mar 12 00:23:08 2008
97 Chrysler Sebring convertible my car will run fine but will usually act up at night time when I have the lights on it will stall and not restart and display CCd on the trip gage if I disconnect the battery it may or may not start after a hour or so it will restart I have brought it to AAA Car Care Plus and they cant find any codes, any suggestions of Possible causesThank you
Reply #22 John (68.183.167.217) - Mon May 5 23:22:53 2008
I am getting the same CCD message on the trip display of my 1999 JXI Convertible. My car was overheating and I noticed that the fan was not running. I replaced everything; slow and fast relays, fuses, fan assembly. Thinking that I had my problem licked I try to start the car and nothing. Help!
Reply #23 Marty (24.109.91.53) - Thu May 15 16:35:04 2008
Check your EGR valves on the 2.5LMake sure they are connected right so you don't get the shake.
Reply #24 mike (71.185.67.69) - Wed May 28 21:41:12 2008
I have a 97 sebring that won't start. Strong spark on #2, no spark on #4 and no spark or irratic spark on #6. All fuses seem ok. Good compression across the front 3 cylinders. Also, there are no codes when the key is on.Not sure what to check next.Mike
Reply #25 jesse (98.211.222.235) - Sat Jun 7 20:16:16 2008
I have a sebring 1997 xli and it ran out of gas I think and now I put gas into and It sill will not start..CAN YOU HELP
Reply #26 FRANK ZEPEDA (68.126.191.98) - Fri Jun 13 17:25:45 2008
I was adding water to the reservoir tank with a water hose, the tank overfilled and splashed water every where. The car was on, but when I check the spark plug to see if it got wet, the car turned off, now it does not want to turn on what happened? do I need to take to the mechanic or should I wait until it dries please help thanks
Reply #27 LON (207.69.137.20) - Mon Jun 16 15:40:54 2008
I have a '96 xli. First it would cut off the engine while I was going down the road and then start back up before I knew what was going on. Now it stays shut off but will usually start back up after a couple minutes. Seems to act up more in stop and go traffic.This morning it did it again except it was dark out and I found out that the lights ( even the dash lights ) go down to a dim glow when this happens, but after a few minutes it is like nothing was wrong. The longest it went without starting back up was approx. 15-20 minutes. HELP!!!
Reply #28 cc (69.47.244.238) - Mon Jun 16 17:24:43 2008
in 97 the seabring was recalled what
Reply #29 CJ (71.168.2.227) - Mon Jun 23 19:32:38 2008
1997 Chrysler Sebring convertable - Will not start?Key appears to function except starter does not engage, Cluster lights do not come on, Radio has lighted time with no radio and no CD. No codes, no sounds. Good battery, electric windows work, electric locks work, lights work except turn signals, hazard signals work. Everything was fine when parked. Please, anyone have help?
Reply #30 RAY (160.134.5.26) - Wed Jun 25 22:58:06 2008
MY 95 SEBRING HAS A GLITCH SOMETIMES WHEN AT IDLE IT SHUTS OFF, OR WILE GOING 50 MPH OR SO IT JUST BLIPS OFF FOR A BLINK OF AN EYE, THEN KEEPS ON GOING, GOT ANY IDEAS ANYONE???
Reply #31 bains (75.61.129.102) - Fri Jul 11 04:55:01 2008
I HAVE 97 SEBRING CONVERTIBLE .I OPEN THE RADIATOR COVER ONCE I FORGOT TO TIGHTEN IT BACK AFTER ABOUT 5-10 MILES LATER WHEN MY WIFE WAS DRIVING IT SHE SAW THE SMOKE COMING OUT, I FOUND OUT IT WAS THE RADIATOR COVER WAS LOOSE SO IT WAS LOSEING COOLENT, I PUT ALMOST 3 1/2 QUARTS OF COOLENT AND TIGHTEN IT BACK NOW AFTER A MONTH OR SO IT LOOKS LIKE IT OVERHEAT A LITTLE BIT.THIS IS OUR ONLY COMMUTE , WHAT COULD BE WRONG, PLEEEEEASE HELP.
Reply #32 cherie (99.140.200.177) - Mon Jul 21 22:33:09 2008
HiI have a 1997 Chrysler Sebring convertible only owner. Has little over 60 thousand miles on it. I take very good care of it. It has just started at times not wanting to start. Just plain dead. I try for a few times to turn it over and then it will start. No pattern to it at all. Had it look at and no one has any idea. It does not do it all the time but I am not sure when it will happen. I sure could use some ones help. Thank You
Reply #33 Ted (64.231.96.181) - Sun Jul 27 12:38:05 2008
My 97 Sebring Convertible trip computer worked until 2years ago when I started getting CCD appearing. I recently replaced the computer and low and behold the replacement has the same CCd message appearing. Somepne please help.
Reply #34 John Davis (70.232.88.205) - Sun Aug 3 15:51:26 2008
Hello I have a 1996 Sebring v6. It will not start. Instrument panel lights up, lights come on, but it does not turn over. just does nothing with the key turned. I pulled the starter but it checked out to be good. Cleaned the connections and still nothing will not even boost off. I was going to change the cable out and still will. I bought a starter relay and found where its supposed to be under the center counsel but its not the same. Is there another place the relay could be? Only other thing I can think to try is changing out the ignition switch. Do you have any suggestions?
Reply #35 Paul C (64.198.27.58) - Mon Aug 4 15:18:07 2008
1997 sebring convertible. 20 amp ignition fuel starter fuse (located next to ecu in engine) keeps blowing out when key is turned. car starts sometimes but then blows out. I know there is a short somewhere but i have no idea where to start the pin pointing. Anyone know of this problem? Thank you.
Reply #36 Matthew (68.106.238.77) - Tue Aug 5 08:23:32 2008
I JUST bought a car from a buddy of mine about 2 days ago. Car was VERY well kept clean inside and out. Tonight I was trying to start it and its not turning over. All I get is "click" "click" when I turn the key. Everything turns on like the radio, lights, even covertable top. Its not the battery because I had that checked and its STRONG. What could it be??Matt (863) 669-7827
Reply #37 angel (68.204.145.107) - Sun Aug 10 15:30:27 2008
hellow i have a 96 sebring lxi the car started acting if it had no fuel then it shut off on me an never started again i have changed everything from crank sensor, dis, checked voltage from dis an still nothing. i do have 12 volts going to dis but no spark is coming out of dis. if anyone knows what else i can do e-mail me back or feel free to contact me at 3219464367. thanks
Reply #38 KATHY STOVER (158.106.52.10) - Thu Aug 14 15:46:06 2008
I have a 1997 sebring convertible JXI and the car has gone into "theft mode", horn blowing, lights flashing and I cannot get it to go off using the remote. my door locks never did work with a key so I can't insert the key to try to stop it. I have to take the battery cable off to get it to quit blowing. Anyone know how to tell me to get it out of theft mode so I can start the car? My car has run good for over 250, 000 miles on original engine and one new transmission in 2002. It has been a great car.....
Reply #39 liz (204.99.250.45) - Thu Aug 21 18:24:40 2008
My gas gauge is not working right on my 2000 chrysler jxi.. first it shows me a half of tank then a full tank. what does this mean?
Reply #40 Kazuryn (130.13.153.6) - Thu Aug 21 18:26:21 2008
Hello, everybody, I have a '96 Chrysler Sebring, had a front crash, it wasnt that bad, it got more damage on the driver side, and I believe I can most likely straighten that part, which is the front head light holder. The thing is that I don't have another sebring to check how it should look, or serve as a guide to follow and leave it unbent as it was before. I'm looking for a book or picture of a sebring where I can get this reference. Do you guys know if such a thing exists? Thanks in advance.
Reply #41 AnnMarie Duffy (24.97.24.250) - Thu Aug 28 11:11:31 2008
1997 Chrysler sebring convertible was involved in a frt end collision. Now vehicle never wants to start. We have to jump start it almost every time. If it runs for awhile and shut it off, you have a 50/50 chance of it restarting when you get back in. We have replaced the battery twice thinking this was the problem. We brought it to the mechanic who's initial thought was a bad battery.The dash board has issues with lights, odometer doesn't light up and other things as well. Please help me solve this problem. I love the car but haven't been able to use it much unless I travel with a jumper box which we purchased so we can use our convertible.
Reply #42 Thomas Koukal (75.65.30.118) - Mon Sep 1 20:24:23 2008
My friend has a 1996 Lx sebring with the same problem as GaryNewman. The scanner results indicated a bad oxy. sensor and Ing. primary / secondary ing. coil failure. The car ran for about a week then failed completely. Has anyone found a solution to this problem because i am having the same bad results.
Reply #43 jason ray (70.176.60.57) - Mon Sep 1 21:32:43 2008
Im haveing a problem w/ my sebring, the ac compressor locked up on me the other day and at the same time without knowing the serpintine belt snaped. I replaced both belts and installed a new compressor. Trouble is now when i go to start it it almost acts like it skipped time!!! The starter engages and it turns over but it sounds like there is no fire. What could be the cause of this??? I popped the top timeing cover off and found a small pice of belt inside! Could it have skipped time???? Someone HELP
Reply #44 Ed (207.153.206.12) - Thu Sep 25 12:06:04 2008
This is to all the people who have been having problems getting the car to start. Engine turns over, but won't start. This probably happened after the engine stalled, or while you were driving, and the engine quit as if it were out of gas. Also, you notice that the gas gauge shows plenty of gas and the onboard computer shows that you have a while to go on that tank.This is your fuel pump. Check out the link above for recalls. There is a recall on the fuelpump. I had mine replaced and now it works fine. Ed web/gadget guru
Reply #45 Barbara (99.202.242.206) - Sun Sep 28 20:28:18 2008
My 97 Sebring Convertable wouldn't. It would blow the 20 amp fuses under the hood. My mechanic found the problem on my car and it could be someone else's problem also. Please check the IDLE AIR CONTROL VALVE next to the manifold. These cars have an automatic system shutdown on it when it senses a short somewhere on it. I hope this information will help someone else.
Reply #46 Alan (12.216.185.198) - Sun Oct 5 15:27:13 2008
My 99 Sebring Convertible has 89, 000 miles and has been reliable. Suddenly it dies out, like I had no gas? Filled her up and next day more cut outs. There was NO CHECK ENGINE on the dash. I tried to get error codes with ignition key, on-off-on-off-on, but no luck here. After stalling out, the car would restart immediately. But 2 days later situation got worse and after cut out, the engine would crank OK but not start. I walked home and returned to the car when it was cold. Now it starts and I get it home. Next day I drive to Iowa Auto and hook up the code reader terminal. It says clearly, CRANK POSITION SENSOR. I buy an after market sensor for $60 and get it installed for $90. My life is back to normal. I am disappointed with Chrysler that my Check Engine Light(which I confirmed is working) did not show up on the dash to indicate that I had a new error code.
Reply #47 Kelli (76.181.42.57) - Thu Oct 9 17:29:09 2008
WOW! There are others going through the same thing as me... I have a 2000 chrysler sebring tha I have had so many issues with stemming from about a year ago. I remember reading some horror stories of people draining $ into their cars and still the problem is not fixed. My car stalls while driving, sitting at a light, on the freeway, or wherever I drive under any weather condiotions. Randomly some days are better than others. my car has been to $ different mechanics who all seem to be puzzled. I have had a fuel system cleaning($125), replaced the dist. w/ cam/ crankshaft sensors($600), and a diagnostic test ran ($100)... NOTHING. I am sick of being stranded but car is almost paid off and now I just want to get to the bottom of the issues. Someone please help!! E-mail Klchinn212000@aol.com with help!!
Reply #48 Kelli (76.181.42.57) - Thu Oct 9 17:29:27 2008
WOW! There are others going through the same thing as me... I have a 2000 chrysler sebring tha I have had so many issues with stemming from about a year ago. I remember reading some horror stories of people draining $ into their cars and still the problem is not fixed. My car stalls while driving, sitting at a light, on the freeway, or wherever I drive under any weather condiotions. Randomly some days are better than others. my car has been to $ different mechanics who all seem to be puzzled. I have had a fuel system cleaning($125), replaced the dist. w/ cam/ crankshaft sensors($600), and a diagnostic test ran ($100)... NOTHING. I am sick of being stranded but car is almost paid off and now I just want to get to the bottom of the issues. Someone please help!! E-mail Klchinn212000@aol.com with help!!
Reply #49 Catherine (68.80.216.112) - Sat Oct 18 13:22:45 2008
My 97 Sebring has been showing a CCd error on the travel computer. I looked in the owner's manuel, but that code isn't given anywhere! Anybody know what that means?? Also, while driving the other night, the security alarm light came on. What??! I had already been driving for over 60 miles (home from the beach)when the light went on. No horn or engine shutoff, just the indicator light. I guess that could be a loose wire somewhere as the display on the radio goes on & off too.
Reply #50 Alexis (71.239.191.210) - Fri Oct 24 13:37:46 2008
i have a 97 chrysler sebring with 169, 00 miles on it..i took a vacation from mississippi.. i was down there for two weeks.. getting ready to go in one day.. driving down the street my lights started to dim and then my car went dead.. a friend jumped it then took it to the house.. the next morning getting ready to go.. the car would again not start.. jumped it.. it was fine for about 30 seconds then cut off again.. still wont start.. went to firestone they said it was the starter.. got that replaced and still nothing.. when i try to start it up the only thing that goes on is the brake light.. and the brake is off.. i had to catch the bus back to illinois and leave my car in mississippi.. can somebody please help me.. my lights come on and my alarm works but my convertible top wont go up and it still wont start at all.. can somebody pleeaassee help me..!!!write back please.. or email me at alexis.boddie@yahoo.com i will be checking the forum for responses please..
Reply #51 Tom (76.109.40.4) - Thu Oct 30 21:34:23 2008
I just picked up a 97 Sebring with 67, 000 miles on it. With the exception of 2 problems the thing seems to works ok. First, most times when I first start it, it will die. It will always start up again, and usually keep running after that. The other problem is that when running (at any speed), it will randomly miss/jerk. It's like it will hickup, but then continue on. It has never quit running, and may go a day or two with nothing, but then it happens again. I've noticed a couple of similar issues above, but I didn't see a solution. If anyone has had and solved something like this, please let me know. Thanks, Tom
Reply #52 Jeff (65.41.20.77) - Sat Nov 22 03:38:29 2008
We have a 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible with 125, 000 miles that would not start (not even click or turn over), but all the lights and accessories where operational. Car was purchased used and the original Chrysler key was lost so we had to purchase a replacement from a locksmith. This replacement key was dropped and came open apparently revealing the inside "guts". My wife put it back together but didn't tell me about it when it happened. Weeks later when the car would not start, I researched this and other sites and came to the conclusion that the easiest thing to check was the key. I took it apart to check the battery and noticed alot of corrosion. Battery checked good at 3v so I cleaned the corrosion off with a toothbrush and reinstalled the battery. Car fired right up and has been working fine ever since.
Reply #53 Ty (132.23.192.17) - Mon Dec 8 09:14:35 2008
i have a 97 seabring. and it just shut off while riding down a dirt road... the car would turn like it wanted to start, but i would not... all the lights, radio and electrical works but the car just will not start. any suggestions...
Reply #54 Traverpen (71.142.9.50) - Mon Dec 22 23:03:05 2008
Wow, it sounds like every Sebring out there has a problem. Meaning that they were engineered by idiots. I mean who's bright idea was it to put the damn battery in the wheel well? Or a fuel filter right above the gas tank? Or put all these neat little electrical gadgets in the car that short out? I wouldn't piss on a Chrysler engineer if he/she was on fire! Maybe that is why they are having money trouble, they make pieces of that don't work like foreign cars and nobody buys them! but at least they look good, except when you have to drive it like the Flintstones.Anyway, I have a 97 sebring conv jxi. the top is falling apart, the rear view mirror, temp/mpg indicator and drivers visors have shorted out, the tach and odometer don't pop up until the car has been running for a while. But it runs fine and gets me from a-b, well usually..... It seems that I have a common problem. I am driving down the road and the pos acts like it is running out of gas. then it might start later, like after I have it towed, and then it runs a little rough for a while. I take it to a mechanic and they cant find a problem (they laugh and drive their Toyotas home). For the most part the car runs fine. I'm going to try to change the filter above the gas tank and cross my fingers, If that doesn't work I'll try the pump. then, I'll pay somebody to steal/light it on fire :) I'm glad those SOBs at Chrysler didn't get my tax dollars, they already stole from me once. I just feel sorry for the workers, well kina. send any ideas on how to fix my pos to traverpen@yahoo.com and whatever you do don't buy a Chrysler product, and if you have one that works, sell it like I hope you sold your stocks!
Reply #55 chan vang (24.118.55.120) - Tue Jan 13 17:15:14 2009
i have a 1997 chrysler concorde lx. the problem is the caR had a very hard time starting when it below zero all the time. it take 4 or 5 times to start or even yet wait until the temperature around 10 degree then it willl start with a very little push on the gas pedal. you shoundn't have to push the gas pedal for any reason, cause it the EFI. could this be a bad fuel pump or filter.i have no rpoblem in the summer though.
Reply #56 Joan McIntyre (71.60.47.108) - Fri Jan 16 12:22:08 2009
I have a lot of trouble similar to many of the others who posted their concerns here. I have a 97 Sebring I do have trouble getting my car started, and after I do it fells like it's cutting out on me when I'm driving, although it has never stalled or anything. It almost feels like its not getting any gas somewhere. Any suggestions?
Reply #57 Jerry Johnston (205.188.117.68) - Fri Jan 16 20:16:41 2009
Got a 2001 sebring. Went dead pulling out of parking lot. Engine will turn over and for a second, it feels like it wants to start but doesn't. Mechanic pulled the fuel pump. Pump was ok. Don't know if it is starving for gas or computer is not sending spark. Anyone have possible solution??JJ
Reply #58 Alicia (96.229.219.156) - Mon Feb 2 23:30:42 2009
My car needed a tune up and injectors cleaned. When it got put back together it did not start. The distributor, spark plugs, crank sensor, etc were replaced when we realized there was no spark going to the plugs. It then started up for a couple of minutes and then died again and wont start up again. Once again, there is no spark to the spark plugs. Any ideas as to what may be the problem? Is there some kind of shut off switch or something that must be reprogrammed. We are at a loss. please help.
Reply #59 brandon (64.194.98.94) - Tue Feb 3 01:02:42 2009
no starts or stalls--had a sebring come in the shop- had a tune up and has been to 3 shops- it landed in my yard, i checked it all out, fuel pump on, no spark or fuel injector pulse, the crank sensor was changed, i didn't see no switch but i reset the car and it ran, maybe the new sensor throughes it off- idk....
Reply #60 Ray (70.231.36.249) - Fri Feb 27 14:57:38 2009
my 99 chrysler sebring convertible jxi , one cold morning i got up to start my car like normal, and its will turn but never starts up, i had my friend to give me a jump, and that didn't work, so he got in the car and step down on the gas pedal, and got lucky and the car started up, So i guess we thought by doing that well could get by for while, it didnt cut of driving down the street or nothing, but the very next day went out on another cold morning, to start the car up stepping on the gas pedal, and all it did was just turn, but sounded strong like it wanted to start, but never turn all the way over, been stuck every since then, can anyone plls help with some advice?
Reply #61 Ray (68.89.248.108) - Sat Feb 28 19:58:45 2009
99 sebring convertible jxi, was doing just fine until cold weather came, I went to start the car up, it sounded like it wanted to start, but never got it turn over, so i went to replace the battery, still wouldn't start up, I got gas in the car not out of fuel or nothing, just at a lose for ideas, my car is just sitting the yard, looking pretty sort of speak, I've been without it working for a couple of weeks, if anyone had this problem and fix their car back to running, Plls feel free to call me at 405-819-6274 or email me tbrgray@yahoo.com thanks
Reply #62 rinaldo vega (71.72.22.254) - Mon Mar 2 18:20:18 2009
sebring won't start new dist. cap , cables , plugs , ck sesor , fuel filter chk timing all marks looks ok I have sparks in all plugs and gas in all inyectors also good pressure in all cylinders but engine wont starts its turns but no start. I will be waiting for answers tank you 03*02*2009 6'30 PM eastern time canton ohio.
Reply #63 Tequila (69.34.156.22) - Tue Mar 31 15:50:01 2009
I have a 1998 Chrysler Sebring Lxi, 2.5, V6. It turns over but will not start. I have new wires and plugs, a new rotary button, new crank sensor, new battery, and a new starter. I do not know what the problem is. It never started doing this until I got some work done to m valve cover gasket. It has been doing it every since. I am tired of getting these boot leg mechanics. Does anyone else has an idea what could be wrong or had any similiar problems. I am a college student and that car is my only form of transportation to school.
Reply #64 DL (97.112.2.230) - Tue Apr 21 08:56:26 2009
I need a driving light 'blank', for lack of a better term, for my 98 Sebring. Anyone here have one they can part with? I have a picture to send if needed.
Reply #65 Travis Wahle (216.249.220.125) - Thu Apr 30 01:24:44 2009
I have a 97 Sebring LX..Had same problem as most..wouldn't turn over so we replaced the fuel pump..did not fix problem..so we pulled the starter and had it checked. Starter was fine..after we put the starter back in we have no power at all like the battery is not hooked up...we Put in a new battery and still nothing. It worked before we pulled the starter and now we have nothing..Please Help!!
Reply #66 Melody (71.206.52.73) - Thu May 7 22:18:12 2009
I bought the car used. It ran very well for the first 8 months. The car would randomly cut off while driving or sitting in traffic. I did not get any warning from the car before it cut off. I took the car to several mechanics, paid alot of $$$$ and was told that the computers couldn't find what's wrong. My car has been sitting for 3 weeks now. This is my only source of transportation. Dealer wants to explore the problem at $100 hour with no promise of finding the problem. "No Bus" shows up on the message board when the car stalls out. Help!
Reply #67 Jay (68.18.108.134) - Thu May 14 19:13:51 2009
I have just begun experiencing what many people have written about here. Tried to start my 2000 Chrysler sebring jxi convertible(70, 000 miles) after work today. It started 3 times, then stalled. After that it would not turn over at all. I'm confident that it isn't a battery problem because I had it checked when I replaced the alternator ($465.00) and it tested good. I've been told this is a problem related to the security system. A passer-bye told me his wife has been having the same problem with her chrysler minivan for a long time. It comes and goes / intermittent. He went on to say that many people have thrown a lot of money at this problem without success. Any ideas, suggestions or advise is most welcome! PLEASE respond to me at jpbii@yahoo.com
Reply #68 traverpen (69.226.65.104) - Sun May 17 05:36:31 2009
I replaced the distributor, plugs and wires. If you have a bad plugs and wires, they can kill the distributor. It is a $1200 OEM part, but you can get it on eBay for around $200. I got mine from A&M off eBay. The distributor was easier than I thought, because you don't have to time it. The timing is electrical, but you do have to make sure that the new one is lined up just like the old one so it is not exactly opposite of how it is supposed to be, ie firing on the exhaust stroke. I lined my crank at TDC for cylinder 1 and made sure that the new distributor's rotor was on plug one like my haynes manual said. Today was the first day since December that it ran. I had a '97 2.5L V6. I plan on selling it before it dies again, pray for the buyer, because that's how I got it started.Good luck and I hope that you already fixed your car in a legal way, didn't get caught lighting it on fire. Travis we paid for a crappy crappy car, they got our tax dollars, then they file bankruptcy and we also pay for it and we get what's in the box........ we took the box? Let's see what's in the box! Nothing! Absolutely nothing! STUPID! we're so STU-PIIIIIIIIIIID! Chrysler's? Chrysler's? We don't need no stinking Chrysler's. Alternative way to fix your car, watch Philo's Secrets of the Universe and learn how to make plutonium from common household items. then drive, I mean tow it to Auburn Hills, MI.
Reply #69 Mark (76.93.82.212) - Tue May 19 18:53:18 2009
For everyone with the intermittent stalling that have already replaced the crank shaft position sensor (to fix stalling when engine warm) Anyone out there bother trying to replace the oxygen sensor? It is supposedly a critical part(s) with a 100, 000 suggested replacement. Earlier if its fouled out by a bad running car. Or the MAP sensor? EGR valve? I have spent way too many hours reading a lot of complaints and suggestions and these 3 things seem to be important per the advice of the master mechanics. I am going to order a repair manual before I attempt replacement.
Reply #70 kevin thayer (76.168.112.96) - Mon May 25 11:45:32 2009
I have a 1999 sebring conv. with 150k miles on it. Will not start cranks ok no spark. ignition rotor turns over. Are ther common failures related. Posssible crank sensor? Is the sensor in the dist. or mounted to the bell housing? Any help is appreciated! Kevin
Reply #71 Bill (69.254.243.151) - Sat May 30 22:33:30 2009
My 1998 Sebring won't start.I know it is getting gas, it just won't fire. It turns over and all the lights come on. I took the fuel line of that goes to ejectors and turned the key on, gas came out. It just won't start. I am totally lost on this. I will take any help anyone has to give. Thanks, Bill
Reply #72 donna principe (209.60.62.98) - Fri Jun 19 12:28:14 2009
I have a 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible. Turn over, battery new, but won't start. Mechanic said it's the crank sensor - no spark or fuel getting through. It's expensive to fix.
Reply #73 lenny (66.240.118.34) - Mon Jun 22 17:17:35 2009
I HAVE 97 SEBRING SPARK OK GAS OK CRANK AND CAM SENSORS ALSO GOD AND WON"T STATER ??????????
Reply #74 pam (205.188.116.198) - Wed Jun 24 07:45:38 2009
i have a 2007 chrysler subring and it will start but it will not shift into gear we cant figure it out but it seems like something so very simple anyone with any ideas so i understand your problem small problem can cause u big money
Reply #75 chris (76.117.244.123) - Sun Jun 28 20:52:55 2009
my 98 sebring lxi 80k miles was staing having all the same problesm starting back up, but stalling at lights and traffic. i decided to do the wires, sparks, pvc valve, oxygen censor, new air filter. fuel filter, fuel pump, even new distribuor with a new cap and rotor. boom same stalling out proble. after reading everybodies messages from above i went and bought a crankshaft position censor( Not expensive 64.99 autozone) and mechanic put it in for 60.00.. walla problem fixed..changed the crankshaft position first and save money. i didnt waste money because at 100k all these things should be changed anyway, but alot of time and frustrated by this happeneding
Reply #76 crogers (75.91.197.1) - Sun Jun 28 23:02:13 2009
I have a 1999 Sebring coupe, (2.5 liter V6) it will turn over good but won't start. Where do I start? I'm a do-it-myself person.
Reply #77 kandie (68.201.4.39) - Mon Jul 6 14:53:42 2009
I have a 2001 chrysler sebring and it stoped on me.Before the car stopped the dash and radio blanked in and out. Once the car stopped everything came back on, but the car would not start. Can someone please help a single mom, so as I am not out of money that may not need to be spent. Thank you for your help.
Reply #78 TIMOTHY (98.31.43.229) - Thu Jul 16 12:43:42 2009
I HAVE A 96 CHRYSLER SEBRING JXI (COV). I WAS IN DRIVE THRU AND IT SHUT OFF AND IT ACTS LIKE IT WANTS TO START, BUT DONT. IT GETS GAS. AND FROM READING THIS IM SCARED TO EVEN GET THE THING FIXED!!!THE CAR JUST WONT SPARK OR SOMETHING. FROM WHAT I KNOW IT COULD 1) BE THE CRANK POSITION SENSOR 2)THE DISTRIBUTOR 3)THE O2 SENSOR 4)THE COMPUTER NEEDS REPROGRAMED OR REPLACED ETHER WHY NO COMPUTER CHECK WILL TELL YOU WHATS WRONG YOU WILL GET LUCKY IT SEEMS WHEN YOU FIX THE CAR. ALSO IMPORTENT NOTE! IF YOU HAVE POWER ITS NOT THE BATTERY OR THE ALTERNATOR. IF YOU HAVE AN O2 SENSER PROBLEM IT COULD OR FRYED YOUR CADILLAC CONVERTER OR ITS PLUGGED THAT WILL NOT COUSE IT TO START WE ALL NEED HELP!!!!!!!!
Reply #79 chrissi (173.62.213.130) - Mon Jul 27 19:18:55 2009
I was driving my 2005 chrysler sebring between 55 and 60 mph when it started to lose speed I pulled over to the side of the Hwy. When turning the vehicle off it would not start back up. I did have it towed to the dealer and they wont be able to look at it until tomorrow. Any ideas on what the problem can be?
Reply #80 NCGuy (12.144.110.131) - Fri Aug 7 18:25:07 2009
I have a 2000 Sebring convertibel with exactly the same problem. I have a code reader that checks LIM stuff. But it isn't reading anything wrong. It says that the fuel system is OK, no codes, nothing. It cranks, and acts like it wants to start, but won't start. It just died on my while it was sitting (running) and I was standing outside the car. I really need some help on this. I've checked the timing belt and it isn't broken. Tomorrow I'll check the timing marks (alignment) and the spark. I've also checked the fuses under the hood and swapped the relays around (known good ones) to see if a bad relay might be the culprit. I can hear the fuel pump whir for a second or two when the key is turned on.My main question is this, Will a Crank Position Sensor, Distributor, etc mentioned above throw a code? I am getting NO codes or anything.
Reply #81 Adam Rubensin (98.23.196.149) - Tue Aug 11 23:39:19 2009
1997 sebring wont start - no spark to plugs- I see this seems to be a problem - I am stranded in Santa Fe new mexico and have taken the car to two mechanics who do not have a clue- has anyone fixed the problem?
Reply #82 Jessica (67.190.101.141) - Wed Aug 12 02:09:44 2009
So this is funny. I just replaced my crank sensor, fuel pump, battery, starter and the right wheel baring (if your car makes a very loud humming noise and shakes have someone take a look at that). After replacing all that it turns over faster... but today after getting home from work.....nada. I parked ridiculously and then i went to move it. turned over just didn't start. I have now come to the conclusion that chryslers are stupid and have random starting problems. I'm begining to think that it's just the way they are. -1997 chrysler sebring jx convertable owner.....
Reply #83 theo sims (68.217.36.143) - Fri Aug 21 00:53:34 2009
For all of you out there w/no spark problems :I am a professional auto mechanic w/ 38 years experience I also own a 96 Sebring Lxi coupe w/2.5 v-6 my problem started out 2 years ago w/ a intermittant missfire gradually got worse stalling after long freeway runs etc, but allways started right back up. I figured plugs, wires, maybe injectors &replaced them all, 1 thing at a time just so I could be sure in case a customer had a similar problem. No luck problem just got worse I have a scantool &know how to use it.(I also have a "Bear Ace" big box scope but didn't want to drag the monster out! more later)"no problems found" car still continues to get worse. eventually I replaced w/ new or "known good" egr valve, crankshaft pos.sensor, temp sensor, both speed sensors rotor button, plugs tps, iac, computor, fuel pump&relay, all other relays&fuses, fuel filter, checked timing belt, even pulled both cyl. heads ®round the valves, checked pistons&rings nothing helped. Car would start but would not stay running. Altogether I spent over 160 hours (@$100/hr.?!) trying to figure it out (wifes car couldn't give up). As a last try ordered a new distributor from allignition.com $175.00 vs$1200.00 from dealer problem solved still don't know what part of the distributor was the culprit but its fixed now. Any of you who have similar problem I suggest you find a good mechanic who owns& knows how to use a scope/scanner as this will cut down on diagnosis time tremendously &will almost always find the problem when a scanner alone won't I only wish I had taken my own advice &pulled my scope out of mothballs instead of cowboying my way through this one. Hope this helps. ps: crank.pos.sensor is on top of bell housing just below distributor Also won't spin over batt. &starter ok usually bad theft deterrrant key have chrysler parts make new one&must have it coded to car.
Reply #84 John (98.116.169.13) - Tue Sep 15 18:50:11 2009
I have a 1997 Concord. It keeps overheating.I had two machanics check the sensors for the fan/s The problem seems to be the cooling fans are not kicking on all the when the car starts to overheat. I had the entire fan unit replaced and still the same problem Could it be the computer
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Reply #88 Goodfellow (67.166.95.21) - Wed Oct 21 19:44:57 2009
1998 sebring: I have the same thing as many drivers but one thing my well drive for 10 t0 20 miles no problem and it acks like it runs out of gas!My wont start tell after 20 to 40 mins setting on the side of road....starts like nothing wrong....check the wreck sencer is thier on in the rear......drove it for a year with no problemsits deffenlery wierd.....
Reply #89 ken (70.128.118.242) - Sun Nov 8 17:10:35 2009
i have a 2000 chrysler sebring lxi with the 2.5 in it. it will start if i give it alot of gas and i have to flutter the throtle to keep it going or it dies. once it warms up it will idle on its own but barely, just under 1000 rpm. it shakes real bad. the exhaust smells a little wierd. anyone have any ideas. please help. I NEED HELP!!!
Reply #90 Mike (72.218.251.199) - Sun Nov 8 21:02:16 2009
well ken, it should be ideling around 700 rpm but as far as you exaust and shaking goes, if it smells like rotton eggs then thats a sign that your catalytic converter is cloged.
Reply #91 larry (70.22.19.140) - Sat Nov 14 17:24:47 2009
I have a 1997 sebring convertable, 6 cyl. when i start the car it runs for a few seconds then shuts off, the headlights flash and the horn blows for awhile. when the key is turned to the start posistion the lights flash and horn blows. can anyone tell me whats going on? thanks larry
Reply #92 bodyshopmgr325 (70.88.0.85) - Thu Nov 19 10:21:10 2009
My son's 1998 Chrysler Sebring LXi 2 door sedan, 2.5 V6, automatic, will just suddenly act like it dies (stalls), while driving, but it comes right back on. Once, it died and as he pulled to the side of the road, it re-started with the key, and appears to run fine. I checked it with a hand-held scanner and it coded "PO420", something to do with catalyst efficiency. I don't know that one has anything to do with the other, unless one of the cats is stopping up. Can you shed any light or advice on this? Could it be the CPS, even though it isn't throwing a code for it? Thanks in advance for your time and help.
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