Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2008 Chrysler Sebring Convertible L4-2.4LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
System Specifications
2.4L ENGINE
MAIN BEARING CAPS
CAUTION: There are different sets main bolts supplied with this engine. Each bolt set has a different torque value and engine damage could result if bolts are not torqued correctly. The bolts are not interchangeable.
If your bolt heads look like this (1,2), Go to step 1. If your bolt heads do not look like this (1,2), Go to step 2.
CAUTION: Before tightening bolts, you must identify the bolt head to obtain the correct torque value. Failure to identify the bolts correctly, could result in improperly tightened bolts which could result in engine damage.
1. Tighten bolts using a three step method, in the sequence shown.
- Tighten bolts to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.)
- Tighten bolts to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.)
- Rotate an additional 45°.
2. Tighten bolts using a three step method, in the sequence shown.
- Tighten bolts to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.)
- Tighten bolts to 45 Nm (33 ft. lbs.)
- Rotate an additional 45°.
CRANKSHAFT PULLEY
Tighten bolt to 210 Nm (155 ft. lbs.)
MAIN BEARING CAPS
CAUTION: There are different sets main bolts supplied with this engine. Each bolt set has a different torque value and engine damage could result if bolts are not torqued correctly. The bolts are not interchangeable.
If your bolt heads look like this (1,2), Go to step 1. If your bolt heads do not look like this (1,2), Go to step 2.
CAUTION: Before tightening bolts, you must identify the bolt head to obtain the correct torque value. Failure to identify the bolts correctly, could result in improperly tightened bolts which could result in engine damage.
1. Tighten bolts using a three step method, in the sequence shown.
- Tighten bolts to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.)
- Tighten bolts to 27 Nm (20 ft. lbs.)
- Rotate an additional 45°.
2. Tighten bolts using a three step method, in the sequence shown.
- Tighten bolts to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.)
- Tighten bolts to 45 Nm (33 ft. lbs.)
- Rotate an additional 45°.
CRANKSHAFT PULLEY
Tighten bolt to 210 Nm (155 ft. lbs.)
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.