1998 CHRYSLER Cirrus EDZ/EGG (JA)

JA / 4-door Sedan / North America primarily, with some presence in global markets

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Engine identity

Engine code

EDZ, EGG, EGH

Engine summary

The 1998 Chrysler Cirrus offered multiple inline-4 and V6 engines depending on market: a 2.4L EDZ I4, a 2.5L EGG I4, and a 2.5L EGH V6 used mainly in North America.

Displacement

2.4L (EDZ I4), 2.5L (EGG I4 and EGH V6)

Power

By engine: approx. 150 hp (2.4L I4), 150 hp (2.5L I4), 173 hp (2.5L V6)

Torque

Approx. 160 Nm (2.4L I4), 200 Nm (2.5L I4), 216 Nm (2.5L V6)

Fuel system

Multi-point fuel injection

Timing drive

Timing belt

Port OBD

Verify by VIN and market

Oils and fluids

Type d’huile

SAE 5W-30, meeting Chrysler MS-6395 spec

Capacité d’huile

Approx. 4.7 liters (service fill including filter change)

Liquide de refroidissement

Approx. 6.0 liters

Fluide

ATF+4 for automatic

Differential fluid

Not applicable (FWD configuration with transaxle)

Liquide de frein

DOT 3 or DOT 4

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

5-speed manual (available on some I4 models)

Automatic transmission

4-speed automatic

Spark plugs

NGK or equivalent, gap 0.044 inch (1.1 mm)

Service interval

5,000 miles (8,000 km) oil change recommended; timing belt replacement at 60,000 miles (check local variation)

Dimensions des pneus

P195/65R15, P205/60R15

Couple de roue

Verify by VIN and market

Common and chronic problems

Timing belt wear if not replaced timely
Throttle body sensor issues
Transmission shift quality concerns on automatics

First checks

Verify timing belt condition
Inspect for coolant leaks
Check transmission fluid condition

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Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.

Important notes

1998 Cirrus US model production primarily for North America with some exported units.
Engine codes and availability differ by market; 2.5L V6 EGH mostly US market.

Codes courants

Source and verification notes

1998 Chrysler Cirrus Owner's Manual and Factory Service Manual excerpts.
US EPA and CARB certification documents for 1998 Chrysler Cirrus.

Outils compatibles

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Questions fréquentes

What engine code does the 1998 CHRYSLER Cirrus EDZ/EGG (JA) use? 1998 CHRYSLER Cirrus EDZ/EGG (JA) is listed here with engine code EDZ, EGG, EGH; engine summary: The 1998 Chrysler Cirrus offered multiple inline-4 and V6 engines depending on market: a 2.4L EDZ I4, a 2.5L EGG I4, and a 2.5L EGH V6 used mainly in North America..
What oil and capacity does the 1998 CHRYSLER Cirrus EDZ/EGG (JA) use? 1998 CHRYSLER Cirrus EDZ/EGG (JA) is listed with SAE 5W-30, meeting Chrysler MS-6395 spec and oil capacity Approx. 4.7 liters (service fill including filter change). Confirm market and engine option before service.
What are common 1998 CHRYSLER Cirrus EDZ/EGG (JA) problems? Highlighted checks for 1998 CHRYSLER Cirrus EDZ/EGG (JA): Timing belt wear if not replaced timely, Throttle body sensor issues, Transmission shift quality concerns on automatics.

Engine identity

Engine code

EDZ, EGG, EGH

Engine summary

The 1998 Chrysler Cirrus offered multiple inline-4 and V6 engines depending on market: a 2.4L EDZ I4, a 2.5L EGG I4, and a 2.5L EGH V6 used mainly in North America.

Displacement

2.4L (EDZ I4), 2.5L (EGG I4 and EGH V6)

Power

By engine: approx. 150 hp (2.4L I4), 150 hp (2.5L I4), 173 hp (2.5L V6)

Torque

Approx. 160 Nm (2.4L I4), 200 Nm (2.5L I4), 216 Nm (2.5L V6)

Fuel system

Multi-point fuel injection

Timing drive

Timing belt

Port OBD

Verify by VIN and market

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

5-speed manual (available on some I4 models)

Automatic transmission

4-speed automatic

Spark plugs

NGK or equivalent, gap 0.044 inch (1.1 mm)

Service interval

5,000 miles (8,000 km) oil change recommended; timing belt replacement at 60,000 miles (check local variation)

Dimensions des pneus

P195/65R15, P205/60R15

Couple de roue

Verify by VIN and market

Questions fréquentes

What engine code does the 1998 CHRYSLER Cirrus EDZ/EGG (JA) use? 1998 CHRYSLER Cirrus EDZ/EGG (JA) is listed here with engine code EDZ, EGG, EGH; engine summary: The 1998 Chrysler Cirrus offered multiple inline-4 and V6 engines depending on market: a 2.4L EDZ I4, a 2.5L EGG I4, and a 2.5L EGH V6 used mainly in North America..

What oil and capacity does the 1998 CHRYSLER Cirrus EDZ/EGG (JA) use? 1998 CHRYSLER Cirrus EDZ/EGG (JA) is listed with SAE 5W-30, meeting Chrysler MS-6395 spec and oil capacity Approx. 4.7 liters (service fill including filter change). Confirm market and engine option before service.

What are common 1998 CHRYSLER Cirrus EDZ/EGG (JA) problems? Highlighted checks for 1998 CHRYSLER Cirrus EDZ/EGG (JA): Timing belt wear if not replaced timely, Throttle body sensor issues, Transmission shift quality concerns on automatics.

1998 CHRYSLER Cirrus EDZ/EGG (JA)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

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Important notes

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1998 CHRYSLER Cirrus EDZ/EGG (JA)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

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Important notes