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Why do people not like the PT Cruiser?

Why do people not like the PT Cruiser?

It’s what the car has come to represent as the Boomers who originally bought the PT Cruiser begin getting rid of them. And we don’t like what the PT Cruiser has come to represent.

What does the malfunction indicator light on a PT Cruiser mean?

The Malfunction Indicator Light, also known as the “check engine light,” lets you know that a problem has occurred and a trouble code has been stored to help identify the problem. Sit in the driver’s seat of your PT Cruiser and insert the key into the ignition switch.

What to do if your PT Cruiser is idle?

If either of these error codes appears, then take your PT Cruiser to the dealer to have the idle speed control motor inspected. If no error codes related to the idle speed motor come up, replacing your spark plugs could resolve your idle issues.

What does code 505 mean on PT Cruiser?

Note that some codes will start with a P. Codes related directly to PT Cruiser Idle problems will be “Error 505, The idle speed air control motor doesn’t seem to be working correctly” or “Error 1294, Can’t get to target engine speed, check for vacuum leaks and idle speed motor issues.”

If either of these error codes appears, then take your PT Cruiser to the dealer to have the idle speed control motor inspected. If no error codes related to the idle speed motor come up, replacing your spark plugs could resolve your idle issues.

What are the most common problems with a PT Cruiser?

Another common PT Cruiser problem, straight from the owners, involves the headache of the constant need for software updates. The powertrain control module, responsible for regulating shift quality, required trips to the dealership for many owners.

Note that some codes will start with a P. Codes related directly to PT Cruiser Idle problems will be “Error 505, The idle speed air control motor doesn’t seem to be working correctly” or “Error 1294, Can’t get to target engine speed, check for vacuum leaks and idle speed motor issues.”

When was the last time a PT Cruiser was made?

1.35 million PT Cruisers were built during its nine-year lifetime. With that many vehicles produced, there are bound to be some PT Cruiser problems. While the last PT Cruiser was produced in 2010, many of them are still on the road.

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Ruth Doyle