2005 Chrysler Sebring Consumer Discussions

Chrysler Sebring Water Leaks

• Re: Sebring leak in back of car [rbender]

  Written by: cynthc on Jul 31, 2011 7:10:46 PM

  Your site was EXTREMELY helpful. I'm a new Sebring owner 2005 and loved the car til I drove it through two hours of rain and found the passenger floorboard soaked. Took it to Chrysler explained my problem and all the tech did was check to make sure it wasn't the air conditioner. I read all the advice on line about cleaning drain slits but had no idea where they were located. ... Read More

Chrysler Sebring Convertible Top and Sunroof Problems

• Re: 2005 Chrysler Convertible Sebring Window Shattered (Design Flaw) [susan_j]

  Written by: susan_j on Jan 9, 2011 12:38:20 PM

  GOOD NEWS: even though the car was no longer covered by any warranty, Chrysler paid part of the cost of the window replacement as an act of goodwill. Thanks Chrysler!

• 2005 Chrysler Convertible Sebring Window Shattered (Design Flaw)

  Written by: susan_j on Oct 16, 2010 7:49:04 PM

  Hi, My sister's 2005 Chrysler Convertible Sebring window broke last night when I was in the driver's seat, soon after I hit the little electronic switch, probably because just prior to hitting it, one of the sides of the roof was not unlatched all the way. When I noticed it was not, I stopped the process, yet before anyone knew what was happening, SPLASH - glass rained onto my sister in ... Read More

2005 Chrysler Sebring DTC PO344

• 2005 Sebring with PO344

  Written by: bena8837 on Oct 7, 2010 1:23:31 PM

  2005 Chrysler Sebring.2.4 with 110K miles. This vehicle has intermitten DTC PO344. Cam Position Sensor was replace 1st week in August 2010. Will appreciate any advise and wiring diagram. Thanks, OMB

• Re: 2005 Chrysler Sebring DTC PO344 [kurtgalindo]

  Written by: bena8837 on Sep 30, 2010 8:17:46 AM

  Someone advised me to go to the dealer and get a printout of a Service Bulletin. I went and got it from the dealer and it contained 3-4 pages of things that needed to be done. This required a technician to have specialized equipment to do all the analizing and code clearing. It was going to be expensive!. I took the printout to my mechanic he said it was a bunch ... Read More

• Re: 2005 Chrysler Sebring DTC PO344 [bena8837]

  Written by: kurtgalindo on Sep 29, 2010 8:32:54 PM

  hey im having the same problem with a 03 convertible chrysler sebring and was wondering what you did to get it fixed or if it was even fixable....

• 2005 Chrysler Sebring DTC PO344

  Written by: bena8837 on Aug 5, 2010 6:28:53 AM

  Got a 05 Sebring with 2.4 and about 95K miles. It has a DTC Code PO344 which I cannot clear. I believe it is associated with cam position sensor. Help!

Chrysler Sebring Water Leaks

• Re: Chrysler Sebring water leak [seriously65]

  Written by: rbender on Jan 10, 2010 8:46:09 PM

  Start with opening the door and on the underside pull the rubber seal away from the door. It could be stuck there are drain holes all along the door so be sure to clean all the gunk off the back of the rubber seal or it will stick to the door frame again. (the rubber seal is held on by little pop pin about every 6 inches under the door so ... Read More

• Re: Chrysler Sebring water leak [Mr_Shiftright]

  Written by: seriously65 on Dec 27, 2009 11:14:06 AM

  I am reading with great interest about the chrysler water leaks in the Sebring Conv. I had recently purchased a 2005 Sebring conv. and I too have a water problem. when it rains hard, the passanger side door fills with water. when someone opens the door after or even during a hard rain, the water comes gushing out all over their feet. I mean a lot of water. I was told ... Read More

Chrysler Sebring Engine Problems

• Engine problem

  Written by: mikeyboyaz on Nov 30, 2009 4:51:22 PM

  I have a 2005 chrysler sebring that I bought used. It has 87000 miles on it and everything was fine up until today. I went out and started the car to warm it up. The car was running fine and then it started idling rough and died. I tried starting the car back up, but all it did was crank. The engine is the 2.4L 4cylinder DOHC. I have replaced all ... Read More

Chrysler Sebring Warning Lights and Problem Codes

• Re: Panic Alarm [driverva]

  Written by: light731 on Mar 7, 2008 1:42:04 PM

  Yes, I had this problem also. I have a 2005 Sebring touring convert. The airbag light was coming on occasionally. Then the horn would come on at random times. The car could be parked or running. If I hit the steering wheel at the center hard enough it would stop sometimes. I took it to the dealer and paid almost $800.00 to fix the horn pad/airbag attachment. It was the ONLY ... Read More

Chrysler Sebring Starting and Stalling Problems

• Re: 2006 Chrysler Sebring won't start [stewamo]

  Written by: kswaner on Sep 17, 2009 10:14:58 PM

  My 2005 Sebring did the exact same thing tonight. I'm not sure if it's the Crankshaft Position Sensor or something else. How easy or difficult is it to replace that sensor? Has anyone actually fixed the problem themselves?

Chrysler Sebring Engine Problems

• 2005 Sebring with 2.4 Engine

  Written by: bena8837 on Sep 6, 2009 11:11:09 AM

  My daughter has a 05 Chrysler Sebring with about 110K miles. The timing belt broke while driving down the highway, so it died. Took to mechanic and he said it was the timing belt that had broken. Had it replaced about 2 month ago. Now it has started with a humming noise at about 2500 Rpm. What is the best way to isolate the problem. As anyone familiar with the 2.4 ... Read More

Chrysler Sebring Fuel and Oil Problems

• Re: 2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING BIG PROBLEM [starlite]

  Written by: jpf on Jun 27, 2009 5:09:43 PM

  Try an after market parts supplier (e.g. Canadian Tire) or an auto salvage yard for a used part. Good luck.

Chrysler Sebring Warning Lights and Problem Codes

• Engine Light On

  Written by: shoethke on Jun 18, 2009 4:38:16 PM

  I have a 2005 Chrysler Sebring convertible, 6 cylinder with 100,000 miles on it and recently the engine light came on and the code is p0302 which i was told was the 1/1 oxygen sensor, so i changed the sensor and the spark plugs and cleared the code but the enging light came back on and stays on, what can i do?

Chrysler Sebring Transmission Questions

• Difference between 40TE and 41TE transmission?

  Written by: astracastor on Feb 27, 2009 2:17:11 PM

  I understand that the 2005 versions of 40TE transmissions have only 2 clutch packs while 41TE has four. To me this is a major difference, as it is directly translates to lower torque capacity (from what I understand about transmissions). Now, the question is, both are categorised as A604 trannies; are those interchangeable? I mean I am trying to find out if a 2005 2.4L AT 40TE transmission would fit a ... Read More

Chrysler Sebring Engine Problems

• Re: Engine Failure [capt1014]

  Written by: LS37 on Jan 21, 2009 4:49:25 PM

  I'm with you. I owned a 2001 Chrysler Sebring Convertible V-6 engine. Engine siezed at 91,000 miles in 2005. Chrysler told me it was my problem. Never got a diagnosis because they said it would cost more to take it apart than replace it. Currenly own a Toyota Solara.

Chrysler Sebring Convertible

• Re: its due to the Asian/Euro centric "enthusiasts" ... [stoosh95]

  Written by: LS37 on Jan 21, 2009 4:38:06 PM

  I was the original owner of a 2001 Sebring Convertible. Changed oil regularly according to specs. In 2005 engine seized with 90,000 miles. Chrysler gave me nothing other than scrap value. Will never buy another Chrysler product.

Chrysler Sebring Transmission Questions

• 2003 Chrysler Sebring Transmission problem

  Written by: teedup on Sep 21, 2008 10:10:00 AM

  I have a 2003 Chrysler Sebring with 45K miles on it. The transmission was replaced at 44K miles but it is still sluggish like this transmission is about to go out with less than 2500 miles on it. I have brought in this car 4 times for over 4 weeks with the same problem and each time I have to rent a car until they fix it. I havent had my ... Read More

Chrysler Sebring Owners - Meet the Members

• Re: Hello & Welcome! [KarenS]

  Written by: drivewaytech on Feb 12, 2007 2:13:02 PM

  Hello KarenS. I recently purchased a used 2006 Chrysler Sebring Touring Sedan, 27K miles. I did plenty of endless online research to narrow down my future choice of automobile, and was pleased with the reliability ratings given to the 2005 model. I hope this holds true to the 2006 models. I however choked when buying the actual car. I did all this research, but was so excited with the price that ... Read More

• Re: Hello & Welcome! [lurch68b]

  Written by: thicknjewcy on Sep 24, 2006 3:17:53 PM

  Hey we just recently purchased a 2005 Sebring Touring Sedan for my wife , and she love's the car more than me, the car has a excellent ride and it is roomy also the sound system is superb the Brakes , acceleration and the body style is all good this is a real nice car to have she is thinking of putting 20'' rims on it and she also had it ... Read More

• I have to sell my beautiful convertible

  Written by: adowney on Jan 23, 2008 6:24:11 AM

  I have a 2005 Sebring Convertible with 20,400 miles. I am the second owner, title owned. It's been garage kept. Still has both the 8yr 80,000 and 3yr 36,000 ml warranties no cost to transfer good at any Chrysler dealer. It's charcoal gry with blk top, glass back window. Gray cloth interior, center locked console, am/fm/cd, power windows, locks, mirrors, 2 remote keyless entry locks w/alarms and trunk openers, tilt steering, ... Read More

Chrysler Sebring Fuel and Oil Problems

• 2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING BIG PROBLEM

  Written by: starlite on Sep 7, 2007 8:48:34 AM

  I AM THE OWNER OF STARLITE MOTEL ASSINIBOIA WE HAVE 2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING AS A RENTAL CAR .THE CAR NEED FUEL PUMP PART # 5093455AD NO DEALER IN CANADA HAVE IT I CALL THE DEALER HE SAID BACK ORDER WAIT AT LEAST 2 WEEKS NOW I CANT RENT THE CAR I AM LOSING MY MONEY WHAT I SHOULD DO PLEASE HELP .

Chrysler Sebring Convertible

• Solara or Sebring Convertible?

  Written by: poeticsinger on Jan 9, 2007 4:28:21 AM

  Hello, This is my very first post. I'm going to be buying a car in a about a month or two. I'm torn between the Sebring and Toyota Solara convertible. I've always been a BIG believer in Toyota and Honda. Their cars last forever. My boyfriend is a mechanic and he says that the Toyota is the better car. But for what I would pay for a 2002 Toyota Solara Convertible, ... Read More

Chrysler Sebring Water Leaks

• LEAKY ROOF

  Written by: nellybelly1 on Oct 14, 2006 8:34:30 AM

  I BOUGHT A 2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING A COUPLES MONTHS AGO AND SINCE IT HAS BEEN RAINING IT HAS BEEN GETTING WET INSIDE. EVEN WHEN I'M DRIVING AND ITS RAINING IT COMES INSIDE. ITS COMING FROM THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE RIGHT ON TOP BETWEEN THE SIDE OF THE WINDSHIELD AND ROOF TOP. IT GETTING FRUSTRATED!!!!!!! ANY SUGGESTIONS.

Chrysler Sebring Electrical Problems

• Re: 2000 Sebring Limited Electro-luminescent Dashboard [sebring5]

  Written by: sjm308 on May 19, 2006 8:37:20 PM

  I've had the same intermittent problem with my 2003 Sebring Limited convertible. Early 2005, dealer replaced the multi-function switch on the steering column. This fixed the problem. However, just last night the instrument cluster went dark again. This morning it was lit up fine. Looks like it's time to see the dealer again for another muti-function switch replacement. Looks like Daimler Chrysler switch is designed for short life.

Chrysler Sebring Convertible Top and Sunroof Problems

• Re: Convertible Top Cleaning? [justme81280]

  Written by: neonitis on May 16, 2006 9:34:56 PM

  Hey Kathy you might try using 303 Aerospace vinyl convertible top kit.I saw a write up on it online while googling 303 Aerospace vinyl cleaner.Seems the huge RV industry rave its ability to clean/protect your vinyl, leather,rubber etc.I went to Yahoo.com shopping and entered 303 Aerospace vinyl convertible top kit and found many stores online selling it from 19.99 to 29.99.Bought it and tried it on my 2005 Chrysler Sebring Touring(26k ... Read More

Chrysler Sebring Convertible

• Re: Thinking About a Sebring Convertible [neonitis]

  Written by: dispencer1 on Apr 25, 2006 6:09:59 AM

  Thanks a lot for the info. I've read over the forums on the Sebring and you are right. The reliability record is still pretty bad. Chrysler is famous (like Toyota) for blaming the customer for what was a manufacturing defect. Either that or they come back with the "can't find problem" or "that's normal". I think frankly I'll keep what I have until I can afford one of the 2005/6 Mustang ... Read More

• Re: Thinking About a Sebring Convertible [dispencer1]

  Written by: neonitis on Apr 24, 2006 8:44:11 PM

  I have a 2005 Sebring Touring convertible with V6-2.7L motor with 28800 miles and has leather/suede seats,great cd/stereo. The vert works great and what a chick magnet!Oh the ride is nice allright.The cowling or dash unit shake due to nonrigidness of convertible when running over potholes, bumps.Where as the sedan has all that metal to brace everything better.The car runs smooth but with all the hoopla of "oil sludge damage" leading ... Read More

Chrysler Sebring Problems and Solutions

• use 5w20 as stated on oil refill cap? 2005 Sebring Touring convertible

  Written by: neonitis on Mar 27, 2006 3:18:59 AM

  Are all of you '05/'06sebring owners running 5w20 oil viscosity as stated on oil refill cap on motor?Is that what the Chrysler service dept is recommending us to use,here in Dallas,Texas, where the summers are in the 100 degree hot? I just installed a K&N air filter in V6 2.7. Drove to Louisiana, 720mile trip, trip computer read 28.9 mpg.I did not reset computer after filter install, so i may have ... Read More

• Re: Electrical (Seat belt) Problem with 2005 Sebring Convertible [kennetht76]

  Written by: kplatt on Sep 26, 2005 6:09:15 PM

  There IS a real safety issue, and your dealer is either a liar or he doesn't read the safety updates from Chrysler. You have a defective G3 seatbelt. Please go to www.unsafebelts.com to learn about it. Then call the dealership and bawl them out.

• Popping Noise & Air Conditioner Problems 2002 Sebring LX

  Written by: peachy12 on Jul 26, 2005 4:28:22 PM

  Sorry to hear about all the problems with the Sebring. I myself have been experiencing problems since I purchased mine. I bought a used 2002 Sebring LX with only 21,000 miles the end of January 2005. I also purchased the extended Ultra Warranty with only a $50 deductible (and is supposed to cover everything except 3 items....tires, brakes, and windows). About 2-months after purchase I was in downtown Atlanta and mine ... Read More

• UPDATE (Seat belt) Problem with 2005 Sebring Convertible [kennetht76]

  Written by: kennetht76 on Mar 8, 2005 2:30:01 PM

  I requested repair of my 2005 Sebring Convertible under GA Motor Vehicle Warranty Rights Act and Chrysler sent a representative to repair the vehicle. The vehicle is not ready for pick up by the service rep told me the following piece had been allocated for my vehicle: "inboard driver's seat belt receiver trim code.'" Does anyone know anything about this?

• Electrical (Seat belt) Problem with 2005 Sebring Convertible

  Written by: kennetht76 on Jan 24, 2005 12:49:11 PM

  I purchased a 2005 Sebring Convertible Touring Signature Series on December 28, 2004. I have taken it back twice because the seat belt light intermittently comes on while I am driving and fastened in. The dealership has been unable to replicate the problem, so they have not attempted a repair. The dealership is also unable detect any electrical irregularities from the computer. Chrysler suggested that it might be a sensor. I ... Read More