From 1994 to 2005, the 2.0-liter Dodge ECB or A588 engine was assembled at the Trenton facility and fitted to popular American models like the Breeze, Neon, and Stratus. This unit’s versions from before and after 2001 differ greatly and cannot be used interchangeably.
Internal combustion engines such as EBD, ECC, ECH, EDT, EDZ, and EVD are also part of the Neon series.
The engine was installed on:
- Chrysler Neon 1 (SX) in 1994 – 1999;
- Chrysler Neon 2 (PL) in 1999 – 2005;
- Chrysler Stratus 1 (JA) in 1995 – 2000;
- Chrysler Voyager 3 (GS) in 1995 – 2000;
- Dodge Neon 1 (SX) in 1994 – 1999;
- Dodge Neon 2 (PL) in 1999 – 2005;
- Dodge Stratus 1 (JX) in 1995 – 2000;
- Plymouth Breeze in 1995 – 2000;
- Plymouth Neon 1 in 1994 – 1999;
- Plymouth Neon 2 in 1999 – 2001.
Specifications
| Production years | 1994-2005 |
| Displacement, cc | 1996 |
| Fuel system | injector |
| Power output, hp | 132 |
| Torque output, Nm | 176 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 87.5 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 83 |
| Compression ratio | 9.8 |
| Features | SOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.3 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 3 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Dodge Stratus 1998) — city — highway — combined |
12.4 7.5 10.2 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~275 000 |
Disadvantages of the ECB engine
Overheating with gasket failure and cylinder head warping is the most frequent internal combustion engine failure; this is caused by coolant leaks from thermostats or cracked pipes.
Additionally, engine mounts, camshaft, and crankshaft oil seals deteriorate quickly here. Remember to replace the timing belt every 100,000 kilometers or the valve will bend if it breaks.
These vehicles frequently use oil after 200,000 kilometers of operation.