Common questions

What was the problem with my PT Cruiser GT?

What was the problem with my PT Cruiser GT?

MY 2007 PT non-turbo did the same thing at about 18K miles. It was the camshaft positioning sensor. It is a $65 part. I had it replaced under warranty. Knowing what it looks like and how easy it is to replace, I will replace it myself next time. It involved removing two screws and an electrical lead- no biggie.

Can a PT Cruiser stall at any time?

Stalls can happen at any time, and it can be incredibly jarring when it does happen. Before troubleshooting any automotive issue, including stalling issues with the PT Cruiser, make sure that you check the vehicles trouble codes with an OBD2 scanner.

How much does it cost to fix a PT Cruiser engine?

Typical repair cost for an engine that stalls and shuts off while driving is $700. This is the most dangerous of the PT Cruiser problems. It involves the engine to completely stall out while driving. It can happen sporadically while driving, giving the driver no warning as to when it will happen next.

Why does my 2005 PT Cruiser keep bucking?

We have a 2005 PT Cruiser with aprox 116,000 miles on it. Recently it starting having the same issues everyone else is having with it bucking, sputtering at low speed until i can pump the gas enough to get it past the issue and up to a better speed. It does this off and on and the engine light is on when it happens.

MY 2007 PT non-turbo did the same thing at about 18K miles. It was the camshaft positioning sensor. It is a $65 part. I had it replaced under warranty. Knowing what it looks like and how easy it is to replace, I will replace it myself next time. It involved removing two screws and an electrical lead- no biggie.

What are the signs of a failing TPS?

2. Engine won’t idle smoothly, idles too slowly, or stalls. If you start to experience engine misfires, stalling, or rough idling when the car is stopped, it can also be a warning sign of a failing TPS.

How much does it cost to fix a PT Cruiser engine stall?

The car this issue conflicts is the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. Typical repair cost for an engine that stalls and shuts off while driving is $700. This is the most dangerous of the PT Cruiser problems. It involves the engine to completely stall out while driving.

Can a bad throttle position sensor cause idle surging?

Idle surging can be caused due to other issues in the car, but if it happens in conjunction with other throttle position sensor symptoms, the culprit is often the TPS. At idle, the ECM will not get the correct information and the throttle will variate randomly causing idle surges. 3) Check Engine Light

Where is the engine code on a PT Cruiser?

When I restarted the engine, the codes were gone and the engine ran like it suppose to. When the cam sensor came I installed it anyway and now the car drives fine. If you turn the key on and off three time in a row, your engine code will be displayed where the odometer is located. No need to go to a shop! 19 people found this helpful.

What kind of engine does PT Cruiser 2.4lt have?

2006 PT cruiser 2.4lt checked , had code for cyl 4 misfire found oil in spark plugs holes had good spark all cylinders replaced plugs wires and valve cover gasket with valve cover off found intake cam lobes on #4 cyl worn down replaced intake cam ran fine for 30 miles ]

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