2005 Sebring GTC Convertible.
New problem; flashing oil light.
I had the car serviced last week and all the fluids are at a normal level. The oil light came on, then went out and is now flashing. I parked the car until I figure this out. Any suggestions? Also, the check engine light came on a few days earlier. |
2.7 engine?
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Yes! 2.7 engine.
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had issues with leaking oil pressure switch into the connector.
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oil light.
Can you please elaborate a little. What connector and where is it? And what's the solution? I'm only a back yard mechanic.
Also, is it safe to drive this way? Could it be a bad pump? It's about 10 miles away from my house and I don't know if I should have it towed or if I can drive it home. Thanks. |
had issues with leaking oil pressure switch into the oil pressure switch connector.
is that better |
Flickering oil lght.
FYI, Folks; I learned on another site that this is a very common problem with these cars and this engine. When the car heats up and the oil thins out, this can occur.
One suggestion is to use a heavier oil in the Summer. 10-40 would probably suffice. This doesn't mean that this is always the problem, but I drove mine this AM, after sitting for a couple of days and after 10 miles of driving, no light. I'll continue my search for other solutions, but I am less concerned than I was, about driving it. One is naturally concerned about doing damage to the engine. |
no not a good idea to use a more heavy oil sludge will occur and kiss the engien goodbye
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Replace the switch. There's a how-to with pictures and everything over on the Chrysler Sebring Convertible Club website.
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Replace switch.
Thanks , I had seen that post and was considering it. It's nice to have some positive input. This car certainly has its own distinct idiosyncrasies. I have owned dozens of cars in my time, but this one takes the cake.
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DCOTTER, Oil Pressure Switch.
Dumb question!
I bought an Oil Pressure Switch from Advance Auto Parts. When I search for the How To, to replace mine, I see references to, Oil Pressure Sensor, Oil Pressure Sending Unit and Oil Pressure Switch. I have not received my Haynes yet and it's been raining, so I haven't gotten under the car yet. The unit I have looks similar to a Spark Plug. Are all of these references to the SAME unit? Thanks. |
There's only one. It's on the back side of the engine, covered by a shield which is held in place by three bolts.
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New problem.
I was driving down the Interstate yesterday, about 65 miles from home, when the red battery light came on and the Dash lights started flashing. I immediately turned around and headed for home. I made it without incident, but the problem continues; as soon as I drive, the trouble re-appears. I have 13+ volts coming from the Alternator and the same at the battery. I haven't driven it and I have NO idea what the trouble could be. Any suggestions? Thanks, Don |
red battery light came on that means the alternator is not charging up the battery. so A belt broke or alternator is bad.
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