However, generally speaking, for a 1998 Sebring, you'd likely find that it calls for a conventional oil with a viscosity rating like 10W-30 or 5W-30. Some might even specify a higher viscosity like 20W-50 in hotter climates. The owner's manual will definitively state the correct viscosity.
Beyond viscosity, pay attention to these factors mentioned in the owner's manual:
* Oil type: Does it specify conventional, semi-synthetic, or full-synthetic? Older cars often did fine with conventional, but newer synthetics offer advantages.
* API certification: Look for an API certification (like "SM" or "SN" for older models; newer certifications exist now). This indicates the oil meets certain quality standards.
Without the owner's manual, providing specific oil information is unsafe and could harm your engine. Finding a PDF version of the manual online through a search for "1998 Chrysler Sebring owner's manual" is often possible.
