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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Chrysler PT Cruiser AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Chrysler PT Cruiser cars and light trucks from 1990+

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> PT Cruiser -> Condenser, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser Turbo 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Recover refrigerant as outlined under .
  • Remove battery support strut.
  • Remove refrigerant lines from condenser.
  • Remove upper radiator mounts.
  • Remov...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Chrysler PT Cruiser AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Chrysler PT Cruiser cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Description
Vehicle: 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4 L4 GAS

These vehicles are equipped with dual piston calipers, sliding single piston systems, single non-metallic calipers, floating caliper-single piston or single piston caliper mounted disc brake systems.

Upon brake application, fluid pressure exerted against the caliper piston increases equally in all directions, creating the same pressure in the caliper bore and on the piston.

Press...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chrysler PT Cruiser AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chrysler PT Cruiser cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

DaimlerChrysler Corp./Jeep Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> PT Cruiser
Vehicle: 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2.4 L4 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chrysler PT Cruiser AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Chrysler PT Cruiser cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Install -> Remove
Vehicle: 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited 2.4 L4 GAS

Remove

  • Disconnect negative battery cable.
  • Place transaxle in gated park.
  • Raise vehicle on hoist.
  • Remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove cotter pin, nut lock, spring washer and hub nut from end of outer C/V joint stub axle.
  • On models equipped with ABS, disconnect front wheel speed sensor and secure harness out of the way.
  • Remove nut and bolt retaining ball joint stud into steering knuckle.
  • Separate ball joint stud from steering knuckle by prying down on lower control arm. Use caution when separating ball joint stud from steering knuckle, so ball joint seal does not get damaged.
  • Rem...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Chrysler PT Cruiser AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Chrysler PT Cruiser cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Component Replacement -> Installation -> Removal -> Tire Pressure Sensor
Vehicle: 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited 2.4 L4 GAS

Tire Pressure Sensor

The cap used on this valve stem contains an O-ring seal to prevent contamination and moisture from entering the valve stem. Retain this valve stem cap for reuse. Do not substitute a regular valve stem cap in its place.

The valve stem used on this vehicle is made of aluminum and the core is nickel plated brass. The original valve stem core must be reinstalled and not substituted with a valve stem core made of a different material. This is required to prevent corrosion in the valve stem caused by the different metals.

Removal
  • Loosen the wheel lug nuts.
  • Raise...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chrysler PT Cruiser AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Chrysler PT Cruiser cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Unfasten clasps on sides of air cleaner housing cover and lift cover off air cleaner housing.
  • Remove filter element.
  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • On models equipped with an automatic transaxle,remove bolts attaching bending strut to engine and transaxle.
  • Remove bolts attaching structural collar to engine, oil pan, and transaxle then remove strut and structural collar.
  • On models equipped with a manual transaxle,remove bolts attaching structural collar and clutch slave cylinder to transaxle.
  • Remove remaining bolts attaching structural collar to oil pan and...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chrysler PT Cruiser AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chrysler PT Cruiser cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Chrysler LLC -> 2002-09 PT Cruiser
Vehicle: 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser Trouing 2.4 L4 GAS

The cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles.

  • Open the hood.
  • Remove the passenger side cowl grille screen.
  • Remove the three windshield washer reservoir to body attaching screws, then position the reservoir out of the way.
  • Lift the cabin air filter eleme...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Chrysler PT Cruiser AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chrysler PT Cruiser cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Chrysler LLC Trucks -> Traction Control System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited 2.4 L4 GAS

This lamp should light for a approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned On as a bulb check. If the warni...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Chrysler PT Cruiser AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Chrysler PT Cruiser cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2.4 L4 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at thermostat housing.
  • Remove hose from thermostat housing.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at heater core.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from heater core.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to in...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Chrysler PT Cruiser AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Chrysler PT Cruiser cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace -> Alternator Belt -> Power Steering Belt & A/C Compressor Belt
Vehicle: 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 2.4 L4 GAS

Power Steering Belt & A/C Compressor Belt

  • Remove right front splash shield.
  • Release tension by rotating tensioner clockwise until belt can be removed from power steering pump pulley.
  • Remove drive belt.
  • Reverse procedure to ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Chrysler PT Cruiser AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Chrysler PT Cruiser cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Data Link Connector Diagram for 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser  2.4 L4 GASData Link Connector Diagram for 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Brake Pedal
  • Left Front Engine Compartment Diagram for 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 2.4 L4 GASLeft Front Engine Compartment Diagram for 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT 2.4 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Ground G100
  • Ground G101
  • Negative Battery
  • Positive Battery
  • Totally Integrated Power Eyelet Module
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Chrysler PT Cruiser AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Chrysler PT Cruiser cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser  2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Driver Heated Seat Back
  • Driver Heated Seat Switch
  • Driver Heated Seat Cushion
  • Heated Seat Module
  • 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser  2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Body Control Module
  • Driver Door Module
  • Driver Rear Door Latch
  • Driver Rear Window Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Chrysler PT Cruiser AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Chrysler PT Cruiser cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION
    Vehicle: 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Electronic Devices, Computers, PROMS, Sensors
  • Document: WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADE / ELEMENT MAINTENANCE
    Vehicle: 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chassis Electrical, Wiring, Fuses & Breakers, Wipers, Motors
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Chrysler PT Cruiser AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Chrysler PT Cruiser cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Chrysler PT Cruiser cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Chrysler PT Cruiser cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Chrysler PT Cruiser cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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