2004 Chrysler Sebring, Kirkland 5W30, 13,968 miles

[74DartSport]

Son’s car, life got busy and probably pushed this a little too long. Will check air filter and next change around 8-9K. He doesn’t drive hard but I think he lets it idle a lot.

 

[dishdude]

2.7s are HARD on oil, I am shocked to see one still running. I would never go that long of an OCI on one. I say this as a Mopar fan, that's the worst engine they ever made.

 

[fantastic]

oof, It does look like abrasive silicon like they mentioned. On a positive note the viscosity stayed in grade even with the elevated contaminates.

 

[We're Metals]

Iron doubled in 3,000 miles?

Ouch!

 

[himemsys]

My bet is on a loaded or torn air filter. Personally, I wouldn't wait til the next oil change to check it out.

 

[74DartSport]

Changing air filter tonight. It’s due for a trans service too; but that’s off in the future.

 

[himemsys]

Changing air filter tonight. It’s due for a trans service too; but that’s off in the future.

Take pictures and post them here if you can.

 

[wavinwayne]

2.7s are HARD on oil, I am shocked to see one still running. I would never go that long of an OCI on one. I say this as a Mopar fan, that's the worst engine they ever made.

Even in one of these sludge monsters, I would think the Kirkland synthetic oil (or pretty much any quality synthetic) can take a heck of a beating without sludging up.

 

[addyguy]

Surprised to see one still running….

 

[74DartSport]

Old orange Mahle on left. Still could see light through it. Problem was clamp from throttle body to intake hose was loose.