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#61 of 105 Re: Can I start my '06 Cruiser w/o factory key? [kandakerns] by minnieusa Mar 27, 2007 (4:09 pm)
Replying to: kandakerns (Feb 20, 2007 1:08 pm) I have an 05 PT ... I had a spare key made and it cost me $110. The key must be made in a car shop not a key shop. This is a computer chipped key that is designed that way. If you use that copy key in your ignition, it may turn over the engine, but the engine will stall within a minute. This is a safety feature so your car cannot be stolen. Let your ins. company know, usually you get a discount ... works the same as a car alarm .. Replies to this message: digger3164 (Mar 27, 2007 4:53 pm)
#62 of 105 Re: Can I start my '06 Cruiser w/o factory key? [minnieusa] by digger3164 Mar 27, 2007 (4:53 pm)
Replying to: minnieusa (Mar 27, 2007 4:09 pm) I bought 2 key blanks that both had the chips inside from EBay. Then took them to a hardware store to be cut. Cost around $75 for both.
#63 of 105 Re: Can I start my '06 Cruiser w/o factory key? [kandakerns] by saber39 Apr 20, 2007 (5:24 pm)
Replying to: kandakerns (Feb 20, 2007 1:08 pm) Yes..EBAY!! You get a blank key with the transponder. They should send you instructions on how to program. Very easy and will take you all of about 60 seconds to program. You then go to a locksmith that can cut the uncut key for you. You might have to call around to locksmiths to see if they can do it. Example: I have an Audi A6 with a special side cut key. I got a blank key on e-bay for $50 with programing instructions. I then called several locksmiths to see if they had the machine to do a side cut. They call the machine a sidewinder and I had no luck finding anyone with the $20,000 machine. So I did what you wouldn't expect..I called the dealership parts department (parts people are cool and love seeing you save $$) to see who cuts their keys (sometimes outsourced to local locksmith). They told me only Audi, but he said they do use a local company to help them with locks and transponders in the Audi's. He told me the name and BINGO..they have a sidewinder and will cut the key for $10. I have a cut working key for $60. Audi wanted $190. So do the leg work..it can pay off!! Replies to this message: caliberchic (Apr 23, 2007 11:19 am)
#64 of 105 Re: Can I start my '06 Cruiser w/o factory key? [saber39] by caliberchic Apr 23, 2007 (11:19 am)
Replying to: saber39 (Apr 20, 2007 5:24 pm) That's great! I'll have to remember that when I lose my keys. Yes I say WHEN not IF because I always do.
#65 of 105 05 crusier getting better gas mileage by ajzinman Aug 02, 2007 (5:28 am)
I just bought a 2005 PT Crusier and I've been told that I can improve it's gas mileage by putting on a duel exaust and maybe a new (about $50) air filter. Is any of this true? Can someone help me? Thanks AJ Replies to this message: charlesf4 (Aug 03, 2007 6:05 pm) game76 (Aug 04, 2007 11:39 am)
#66 of 105 Re: 05 crusier getting better gas mileage [ajzinman] by charlesf4 Aug 03, 2007 (6:05 pm)
Replying to: ajzinman (Aug 02, 2007 5:28 am) I have read all kinds of ways to improve mileage. Different kind of plug wires, different kinds of plugs and on and on. I guess it it works that is great. My 2004 GT Turbo will be four years old this month and have not had any problems with it. I too would like to get better mileage!
#67 of 105 Re: 05 crusier getting better gas mileage [ajzinman] by game76 Aug 04, 2007 (11:39 am)
Replying to: ajzinman (Aug 02, 2007 5:28 am) I got an 06 limited edition turbo, I put magnaflow exhaust on it, with a 4inch tip,and a cold air intake. If i dont get on it, i get about 2 miles more per gallon, and I added about 20hp to my ride.
#69 of 105 PT Cruiser CD Player issue by ajc3 Aug 17, 2007 (7:36 am)
I unhooked the battery on my PT to clean off some corrosion on one of the bolts. When I restarted the car, the CD player shuffled thru the discs and then CA-pooy. Radio does not even register that there is a CD player in the vehicle now. Took it to the Chrysler dealer and got a, "Um, yeah, um, Uh-huh." Was told that this is a problem with SOME PT's, but not all (said he'd seen it before). He couldn't get it to register either and now my 6 CD's are being held hostage. It's a April 04 vehicle with 27,500 miles on it. Warranty, of course, expired on 4/15/2007. In my mind, this is something that should NOT happen to a vehicle wiht this few miles on it. Plus I have Sirius, and rarely use the CD player. Was told this was about a $600 replacement. Anyone have any thoughts, heard or know anything about this issue? Can't get my CD's back w/o taking the radio apart. Was told to go by a new radio thru a radio store. Very helpful dealer advise. Appreciate any help!!! Replies to this message: car2star (Jan 05, 2008 7:12 pm)
#70 of 105 Sad day for cruser fans...PT done in 2010? by krony Aug 18, 2007 (8:31 am)
Chrysler puts PT Cruiser’s future in doubt http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20265908/ Automaker will build them through ’09, but demand for them is softening Replies to this message: micweb (Sep 12, 2007 2:47 pm) charlesf4 (Sep 12, 2007 3:27 pm)

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