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CHRYSLER 200
First generation (2011-2014) / First generation / 1st generation (2011-2014) / 2nd generation (2015-2017) / 2012-2015 / Sedan / Convertible / Sedan
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2012 CHRYSLER 200 ERB/FAB (JS)
JS / ERB, FAB / The 2012 Chrysler 200 was offered primarily with two engine options: a 2.4L Tigershark I4 (ERB) and a 3.6L Pentastar V6 (FAB). Engine availability varied by market with North America predominantly receiving these two engines.
GoldOpen details
Oil type: 5W-20 synthetic recommendedOil capacity: 2.4L I4: approx. 4.5 quarts (service fill with filter change); 3.6L V6: approx. 6 quarts (service fill with filter change)Related: P0300, P0420, P0171, P0455
2013 CHRYSLER 200 ESF/FWD 2.4L Tigershark I4 (JS)
JS / ESF, FWD 2.4L Tigershark I4, 3.6L Pentastar V6 / 2013 Chrysler 200 offered primarily with 2.4L Tigershark I4 (ESF) and optional 3.6L Pentastar V6 engines depending on market
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Oil type: SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 synthetic oil meeting Chrysler MS-6395 specOil capacity: Approx. 5.7 quarts (5.4 liters) including oil filter (service-fill quantity, filter change recommended)Related: ESF, Pentastar 3.6L V6
2014 CHRYSLER 200 PB/ED3 (JS)
JS / PB, ED3, FCA 2.4L Tigershark I4, FCA 3.6L Pentastar V6 / Two main engines for 2014: a 2.4L Tigershark inline-4 (code PB/ED3) and a 3.6L Pentastar V6. Engine offering varied by market; U.S. and Canada had both engines, other markets primarily 2.4L I4.
GoldOpen details
Oil type: SAE 5W-20 synthetic or conventional oil meeting Chrysler MS-6395 specOil capacity: Approximately 5.7 liters (6.0 quarts) with filter service fill (3.6L V6); 4.7 liters (4.9 quarts) with filter (2.4L I4) – varies by engineRelated: JS chassis, PB and ED3 engine codes, Pentastar 3.6L V6 engine code FCA
2015 CHRYSLER 200 TIGERSHARK I4 2.4L/Pentastar V6 3.6L (PF (2015-2017))
PF (2015-2017) / TIGERSHARK I4 2.4L, Pentastar V6 3.6L / 2015 Chrysler 200 was sold globally primarily with two engines: the 2.4L Tigershark inline-4 and the 3.6L Pentastar V6. Market-dependent variations exist, with V6 availability mainly in North America. Other markets often had only the 2.4L I4.
GoldOpen details
Oil type: SAE 5W-20 synthetic or conventional oil meeting Chrysler MS-6395 specificationsOil capacity: Approximately 5.7 liters (6.0 quarts) including filter (service-fill), varies slightly by engineRelated: P0300, P0420, P0171, P0455
Engine codes by year
| Year | Trim | Engine codes | Displacement | Fuel system |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | technical-profile | ERB, FAB | 2.4 L (2359 cc), 3.6 L (3604 cc) | Multi-point fuel injection |
| 2013 | technical-profile | ESF, FWD 2.4L Tigershark I4, 3.6L Pentastar V6 | 2.4 L (2,360 cc) I4; 3.6 L (3,604 cc) V6 | Sequential Multiport Fuel Injection (SMPI) |
| 2014 | technical-profile | PB, ED3, FCA 2.4L Tigershark I4, FCA 3.6L Pentastar V6 | 2387 cc (2.4L I4), 3604 cc (3.6L V6) | Multi-Point Fuel Injection |
| 2015 | technical-profile | TIGERSHARK I4 2.4L, Pentastar V6 3.6L | 2.4L (2359 cc) or 3.6L (3604 cc) | Multi-port fuel injection |
Oil capacity by engine
| Year | Engine codes | Oil type | Oil capacity | Fluid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | ERB, FAB | 5W-20 synthetic recommended | 2.4L I4: approx. 4.5 quarts (service fill with filter change); 3.6L V6: approx. 6 quarts (service fill with filter change) | ATF+4 or Mopar ATF+4 approved fluid |
| 2013 | ESF, FWD 2.4L Tigershark I4, 3.6L Pentastar V6 | SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 synthetic oil meeting Chrysler MS-6395 spec | Approx. 5.7 quarts (5.4 liters) including oil filter (service-fill quantity, filter change recommended) | ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid recommended |
| 2014 | PB, ED3, FCA 2.4L Tigershark I4, FCA 3.6L Pentastar V6 | SAE 5W-20 synthetic or conventional oil meeting Chrysler MS-6395 spec | Approximately 5.7 liters (6.0 quarts) with filter service fill (3.6L V6); 4.7 liters (4.9 quarts) with filter (2.4L I4) – varies by engine | ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid |
| 2015 | TIGERSHARK I4 2.4L, Pentastar V6 3.6L | SAE 5W-20 synthetic or conventional oil meeting Chrysler MS-6395 specifications | Approximately 5.7 liters (6.0 quarts) including filter (service-fill), varies slightly by engine | ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid |
Technical specifications
- Engines: ERB, FAB, ESF, FWD 2.4L Tigershark I4, 3.6L Pentastar V6, PB, ED3, FCA 2.4L Tigershark I4, FCA 3.6L Pentastar V6, TIGERSHARK I4 2.4L, Pentastar V6 3.6L
- Transmissions: Not offered in 2012 Chrysler 200, 6-speed automatic transmission standard, ATF+4 or Mopar ATF+4 approved fluid, 6-speed manual (available in some markets, primarily with 2.4L), 6-speed automatic (62TE for V6, 62TE variant for I4), ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid recommended, Not commonly available in 2014 US market; primarily 6-speed automatic, 6-speed automatic (62TE for 2.4L, 845RE for 3.6L)
- Tire sizes: 225/55R17, 225/50R18 (depending on trim), 235/45R18, 235/40R19, 215/60R17, 235/45R19 depending on trim
- Bolt pattern: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Wheel torque: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Battery: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Fluids and service data
- Engine oil: 5W-20 synthetic recommended / SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 synthetic oil meeting Chrysler MS-6395 spec / SAE 5W-20 synthetic or conventional oil meeting Chrysler MS-6395 spec / SAE 5W-20 synthetic or conventional oil meeting Chrysler MS-6395 specifications
- Transmission fluid: ATF+4 or Mopar ATF+4 approved fluid / ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid recommended / ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid
- Coolant: Approx. 8.6 quarts (varies slightly with engine and market) / Approx. 9.5 liters (with radiator and engine block) / Approx. 10.4 liters (varies by engine and market) / 7.6 liters (2.0 gallons) approximately
- Brake fluid: DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid / DOT 3 or DOT 4 (market dependent)
Known problems
- Early engine rough idle on 2.4L models
- Electrical issues with UConnect system
- Premature brake wear on some trims
- Some early models reported transmission shifting issues
- Occasional timing chain noise on 2.4L Tigershark engines
- Transmission rough shifting in early models
- Timing belt replacement recommended for 2.4L engine at 100,000 miles
- Known early build 2.4L Tigershark engine sometimes had timing chain tensioner issues
- 9-speed automatic transmission occasionally reports shift quality complaints