2002 Chrysler Sebring P0601 code

[@saltyshellback]

Glad it helped. The new computer that the dealer put in died 9 months later and I got it replaced for free, but I had moved to a different state I had to pay $300 for the labor. Then the engine blew up about 3 months later. I loved that car. I suggest changing over to synthetic oil. The engine has a design flaw where the oil passages are too small and eventually clog up. Synthetic oil helps with that problem. Good luck!

[@kensendelofski3761]

sometimes things don't go right the first time. But you learn from trial and error. Thanks for the video enjoyed this video .

[@saltyshellback]

Ken Sendelofski You're welcome!

[@CCROSS5882]

also you can try unplugging the harnesses on the pcm with the battery disconnected and check for any corosion

[@saltyshellback]

Sold the car about 10 years ago ;-)

[@dmprdctns]

Thanks... Very helpful... So, did you finally get it fixed? What was the actual issue? I have one of those cars, too...! Thanks again...

[@saltyshellback]

I have since sold the car, but I believe the issue was the ECM Engine Control Module. I replaced it and it worked good for about a year.

[@garytaylor903]

Awesome vid. Bro helped me tremendously I have an 02 Chrysler Sebring 4 door sedan hardtop and I got the same exact code that got read off to you and I'm pretty sure it is because I am 1800 miles overdue for an oil change so as of today I am going to get an oil change and then I am going to reset the light and I will let you know how this works out for me thank you so much for sharing it was very helpful.

[@saltyshellback]

Gary Taylor My pleasure! Hope it works for you. My engine blew up a few years ago, so I replaced the engine and sold it :-(

[@garytaylor903]

saltyshellback I hope that doesn't happen to mine it just turned on last night and lights make me crazy plus on my way home from work my tire went flat due to irresponsible people leaving them in my WORK driveway... and it's Sunday so there's no fixing it till then it's parked at a random Mcdonalds grrrrr....

[@saltyshellback]

Bummer! If you haven't already change to synthetic oil. First my water pump cracked on the inside and leaked coolant into the engine crank case. Had to have it towed, replaced the water pump and flush the engine. Then about 3 months later it blew up on the highway. 2002 Sebrings have badly designed engines that had really small oil passages that easily clogged and were redesigned in 2003 models. But if you use synthetic oil and change the oil like every 5000 (instead of the 7000 recommended by synthetic oil makers) then you should be able to keep it running a long time. Just watch for the oil light on the dash. Mine flickered for like a month before it blew up.

[@ashunderwood88]

This was great. I have the 02 sedan and I am going outside to do this in a few minutes. I am sorry about the turn out for your car. Wish me luck though bc I can't get another one lol. Thanks for the upload. BTW for those who say its not a new trick, it is for the ones who never heard of it, js.

[@saltyshellback]

@Dodgekam2014 I think Mazda and Chrysler had a strategic partnership for a couple of years where they shared some parts and technology (I could be wrong), same with Mitsubishi. In 2001, the Mitshubishi Lancer and Dodge (Neon?) were essentially the same car. In the 70s/80s Lancer was a Dodge model car name. Oh and don't forget the Dodge Stealth and Mitsubishi 3000GT were essentially the same car. So it is not uncommon for similar features to show up in different makes of cars

[@willietolliver8086]

Got a question for you when the speedometer stopped moving what's wrong that means a blown fuse can you tell me that when your next interview your next video rather all right I got the same car you have I really hollaback thank you but you can show me and you next video

[@saltyshellback]

Hi. Sorry, but I sold that car about 5 years ago. Not sure why the speedometer would stop working. The only thing I can think of is that the computer is messed up or like you think, there is a blown fuse. But if it is a blown fuse, then you will have to figure out why the fuse blew. Sorry, I couldn't help more.

[@angeltrieber]

my husband said instead of taking the terminal off try pulling the ECM ( engine control module ) fuse out wait 30 second then put in back in some vehicles have to be out over night saves reprograming your radio every time

[@hameedwafaAFG]

hey bro thankx for the tricks.i have chrysler 2004 the key dance will work on it or not?

[@saltyshellback]

Thanks for the info. I have since sold the car, but if I ever have another problem with the computer on any car, I'll give it a shot.

[@tonyallder8273]

How do you remove plastic. Cover on cluster gushes

[@saltyshellback]

I am not sure how to get the plastic cover off. sorry.

[@tonyallder8273]

I didn't have to I found out when ITo cluster

[@Skellyrm]

That Check Engine light is the source of a ridiculous problem. My 01 Neon is suffering from the same issue and I am trying all avenues to fix it!!!

[@XxSNiBZxX]

So how much in total did it cost? I have to take my car in next month and I went to a shop and they want to charge me 600-700 does that sound about right to you?

[@saltyshellback]

Cool. I got my eye on a Charger, so if I ever buy one and have any computer troubles, I will have to remember to look that place up. Thanks!

[@typoko]

Worked for me. Thanks for the advice and great video.

[@saltyshellback]

my pleasure

[@ryand3248]

P0601 is an internal PCM failure. You may not experience any drivability issues at first but you will eventually be left stranded, The PCM needs to be replaced. The dealer costs a small fortune and still need to have them program it. Very common in many Chrysler/Dodge models. I always use a company in florida - www.allcomputerresources.com - They send them out programmed to your VIN and keys. Have had a few of these already. just my 2 cents

[@TheChadPerez]

Ryan Decker will the pcm cause the rpms to shoot up and the shut the engine off?

[@saltyshellback]

I am not sure if the "key dance" will work on a 2004, but you can try. It couldn't hurt.

[@jimmygross329]

Unhooking the battery on newer cars can lead to other problems . if you unhook anything make sure it's the negative cable

[@Theunknownnone]

Where do you live where your car has to be inspected?

[@saltyshellback]

Yes, this was in Texas where they do require smog inspection. The place I went to for my state inspection has been very good to me and I have no reason to think they are trying to screw mw. The dude even told me how to clear the code. Oh well, the car is history now. I sold it.

[@bubb062]

Iv had 2 Sebring and still do,they re high maintence cars,I have the 2.4 twin cam.Change the timing belt around 70,000 miles or you'll wish you did when it breaks.One has 165,000 on it and the other has 90,000 on it and both are still on the road daily but the V6 is pretty much a waste of time because of soft crankshafts and wont last past 100,000.

[@roadrunnerfirebird]

Hepls perfect! Thank you!

[@saltyshellback]

roadrunnerfirebird My pleasure!

[@saltyshellback]

@logcabinlooms I hear ya. About the only thing I can do on this thing is change the oil and wash it.

[@saltyshellback]

I have been wanting to get a reader for a while, but couldn't justify the need to get one based on the number of times I have needed it. They are around $100-$200, but if you go to most auto parts stores, they have one you can use for free. Losing the presets was a little bit of a pain, but not enough to go buy a reader...I'm a cheap SOB....lol

[@saltyshellback]

Yeah, I was living in a place where work was only 2 miles away. I would have walked to work if I wouldn't get killed on the road...lol There was only a 2 lane road to work and the speed limit was 55 MPH and no shoulder to walk on. In the winter, my car barely got warm before I got to work. Sadly the engine blew at 110K and I had it replaced and sold it. I still love that car. If only the engine didn't suck :-(

[@bubb062]

It will,I have a 03 & 04 and it works on both.

[@saltyshellback]

Yeah, a friend had a Toyota that had the morse code deal. I don't know too much about newer cars (after 2002). I am paranoid fo big brother tracking me, so I try to only buy older used cars with no GPS units and mind control computers in them...lol...just kidding. The newest vehicle I have is a 2009 Hyundai. Have not had any problems with it yet.

[@Lifeizrigged]

Thanks bro

[@saltyshellback]

Lifeizrigged my pleasure!

[@logcabinlooms]

The over engineering on newer vehicles just plain pisses me off. Pre 1980's is the way to go.

[@otoernest]

would that code come up if the transmition computer is bad? i have a dodge stratus 2002 and the car starts fine but it lags when running

[@saltyshellback]

I'm not sure. sorry. You might be able to search for a video on it on youtube.

[@otoernest]

ok thanks for your help

[@GtnAwyMrdr]

hey ernesto i have a 2002 voyager with this code and it would run fine and all but it would not shift out of first. it kind of seemed like it was a bad shift solenoid however after replacing the computer it worked fine. if you are having this code and transmission issues you may want to replace the computer. it worked for me.

[@otoernest]

GtnAwyMrdr ok thanks, i just dont want to get the wrong computer which one exactly did you change?

[@otoernest]

GtnAwyMrdr ok im about to buy an engine computer just now which computer did you buy transmission or engine? and did the Check Engine Light came off afterwards? thanks

[@Sweeteapii]

How do you rest an oil light on this car

[@saltyshellback]

I'm not sure you can reset it. From what I remember, you either have to replace the oil sensor, or flush the engine every oil change. The problem with this model year is that the engines had badly designed oil passages. They are too small and are prone to clog. The engine on this car blew up at around 90,000 miles due to a clogged oil passage. If you own this car, I recommend doing an engine flush and religiously changing the oil every 3,000 miles. Hope that helps.

[@saltyshellback]

@Skellyrm Yup, $1100 later, I have a "new" PCM, no check engine light and a new inspection sticker. I think my next car is going to be a 1973 Nova. No computer, and it gets 12 miles per gallon...BUT, I can buy a lot of gas for $1100 :-)

[@saltyshellback]

It was $1100 for a new (rebuilt) computer installed plus troubleshooting. They offered me an extended warranty for $2300 and would apply the $1100 towards the $2300, making it an additional $1200 for another 100K miles of full powertrain warranty. I declined it, but wish I would have taken it, because things kind of went downhill from there :-( long story. I have since sold the car...lol

[@saltyshellback]

Glad it helped!

[@Kingswood7189]

your 02' only has 86K on it? wow. my 05' is approaching 104K. At some point before i got the "idiot light" for a cylinder misfiring when in all reality was just a bad tank of gas fixed by some fuel injector cleaner... thats a nifty trick tho man, if i can remember it, ill use it next time i get the "idiot light"

[@jimmygross329]

PO 601 Will Not Reset Its A Hard Code . PCM Reflash or Replacement Only ... Have A Great Day

[@salvatorehayes2753]

So that new pcm did not fix the p0601 code?

[@saltyshellback]

+Salvatore Hayes Yup the new PCM fixed the problem only to crash again like 11 months later and had to be replaced again.

[@salvatorehayes2753]

+saltyshellback oh ok. yea my 04 monte carlo has this code and car dies out when idling. traction light is on and my cruise control is disabled.

[@saltyshellback]

Bummer. It is unfortunate that all cars now a days are laden with computers.

[@Kingswood7189]

and just to be humorous... "would it kill you to get off your ass and just walk to work?" *looks around* "uhhh yes it would" i hope you see the humor in it

[@saltyshellback]

That means your computer is on the blink. If you don't have a state safety inspection, and don't need to get it fixed, I would leave it alone. The computer cost me $1,100 to have it replaced and then the replacement one died and it cost me $300 to have it replaced again. Might want to start looking for a new car :-(

[@saltyshellback]

Yeah, it's shame that Chrysler cheaped out on the engine. I really loved this car. Some day when I hit the lotto, I may find an old one and customize it to be more reliable, like putting a chevy small block 350 in it...lol

[@saltyshellback]

LOL...yeah, sometimes it works out like that, but at least I learned something, so it wasn't a total loss. I like doing beer reviews for fun. maybe I can do glue sniffing reviews :-)

[@saltyshellback]

@MyHollowpoint Yeah, for what they charged me for a new PCM, you would think it was a BMW or something!

[@dimitriberozny3729]

Don’t do that!,touch the positive to the negative! You are better off putting the lights on with the battery disconnected with those wires disconnected!! Scotty Kilmer states you can damage the computer by touching the wires together.

[@saltyshellback]

OK. Apparently I didn't blow up the car when I did this.

[@saltyshellback]

Sweet luck!

[@davidbottom1596]

This does not work on a 2002 Sebring with a Mitsubishi 3.0

[@saltyshellback]

@MichiganTNP That's what I'll tell the cop if I get pulled over for the expired inspection sticker :-)

[@Kingswood7189]

its a shame she didnt last longer, but hey shit happens... was the engine a 2.4L or a 2.7L? If you had the 2.7L, from 98' to 02' (i believe) there a was a recall for "sludge" issues. my only issue with mine (i have the 2.4L) is the gearing of the transmission but thats the granny 4-speed for ya lol :)

[@saltyshellback]

Yup, had the PCM replaced, then the PCM died 9 months later and had to be replaced again, then I sold the car...lol

[@wwhitehurst416]

I have a 2001 Chrysler Sebring 4dr and I have the same exact codes P0601 and P1684

[@saltyshellback]

Texas :-)

[@lierbechillin]

I got the same car.. Can your key come out the ignition while running? I'm able to pull the key out while it's running and I also can drive with out the key in it once started

[@saltyshellback]

LOL...yes that was funny :-)

[@S....]

The hell you're trying to tell?

[@saltyshellback]

??? Just passing information to someone who may have the same problem.

[@Theunknownnone]

Oh whoa that must suck

[@MyHollowpoint]

What the hell ya doing driving an American car? I thinks it's American :)

[@Skellyrm]

The computer is bad. A Gray Key means that you have a Sentry Key Immobilizer! That means If the PCM is replaced by a re-manufactured PCM then you need to have a dealer or professional flash the PCM with your mileage and VIN or the Gray Key wont work. If you try to buy a USED PCM then the Gray Key wont work unless you program the Key with the Sentry code belonging to the USED PCM. But it wont work unless you have the VIN from the USED PCM to program it! Pain in the Ass!!!

[@saltyshellback]

Bummer.

[@patrickhamilton1617]

Oh well 🤣🤣

[@no1luhrs]

Waste of time, to disconnect the battery is not a fix..... Oh you have to disconnect the battery and jump around the car on one foot. I have seen that work.....

[@saltyshellback]

OK

[@XxSNiBZxX]

Damn dude sorry well I went to this sight and it says the sell you the part programmed and for me was only $200 for my 02 dodge stratus with tax and express shipping. Hope this helps anybody in the same situation. And it's not only dodge cars. dodgeautocomputers. com

[@gfysyoutube]

It is so funny when an idiot talks about an idiot light. :)

[@saltyshellback]

You forgot to mention that I also have a small penis...c'mon man! Step up your insult game! 😄