From 2006 to 2011, European versions of several well-known models, including the Avenger, Caliber, and Sebring, were equipped with the 2.0-liter Chrysler ECD or 2.0 CRD diesel engine. Under the BYL index, this diesel engine is basically a Volkswagen 2.0 TDI engine.
Internal combustion engines, or ECEs, are also part of the Volkswagen lineup.
The engine was installed on:
- Chrysler Sebring 3 (JS) in 2006 – 2010;
- Dodge Avenger 1 (JS) in 2007 – 2011;
- Dodge Caliber 1 (PM) in 2006 – 2011;
- Dodge Journey 1 (JC) in 2008 – 2011;
- Jeep Compass 1 (MK) in 2007 – 2010;
- Jeep Patriot 1 (MK) in 2007 – 2010.
Specifications
| Production years | 2006-2011 |
| Displacement, cc | 1968 |
| Fuel system | injector pump |
| Power output, hp | 140 |
| Torque output, Nm | 310 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 81 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 95.5 |
| Compression ratio | 18 |
| Features | DOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | VGT |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.3 |
| Fuel type | diesel |
| Euro standards | EURO 3 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Chrysler Sebring 2008) — city — highway — combined |
7.6 5.1 6.2 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~300 000 |
Disadvantages of the ECD engine
The majority of engine issues are caused by the whims of piezoelectric pump injectors; traction failures are also frequently caused by the turbine’s wedge geometry;
The timing belt is intended to last 120,000 kilometers, and the engine will typically die if it breaks;
Numerous owners have reported using up to one liter of oil every thousand kilometers;
This diesel model has an EGR valve that frequently wedges, but it lacks a particulate filter.