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Re: 2001 cruiser with 2003 engine ?? won't run, help [muledr]
by chdabren
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Nov 27, 2007 (2:35 pm)
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Replying to: muledr (Nov 27, 2007 2:13 pm)
ok.......first of all...u can't swap an '03 engine into an '01 PT. The controllers are different (computer), the crank sensor is different. The ground locations for the engine wiring harness are different. Why did u need to replace the motor? Or why was the motor replaced? You, my friend now have a 2,500 lb. paper weight. You can however, excersise a few options here. If you're lucky, you can swap in an '03 engine harness and MAYBE everything will match up, but you'll have to pay xtra special attention to little things....like the connectors for sensors. They have to be the same. The engine comptuers from year to year are different in that the software is different and you cannot "reprogram" them. On top of that, you can't just swap in an '03 computer because a "used" computer already has a VIN# programmed in from the vehicle it came out of. My advice? Simple, get a used 2001 engine and do a swap again OR get another car. You cannot swap engines like that. The dealership is right....it won't work!! If I can help further....just let me know. Good luck!
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- #140 of 258
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Re: 2001 cruiser with 2003 engine ?? won't run, help [chdabren]
by muledr
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Nov 28, 2007 (3:24 pm)
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Replying to: chdabren (Nov 27, 2007 2:35 pm)
I bought the PT with the engine installed and thought I could make it run, I like a challenge, but not this much....... Don't know what happened to the engine that was in it. The harness that is in it is from the '03 and all connectors hook up. I compared a 2001 DCX service manual (8W-30-6) FUEL/IGN SYS to a 2003 DCX 2003 service manual (8W-30-21) and found the pin locations and voltage at the supply different and was hoping I could change the power control module. looks like I will be looking for a '01 2.4 to swap or buy.  thank you for the quick response and information.
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- #141 of 258
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chdabren 06 CROSSFIRE DASH NOISE/FAN
by muledr
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Nov 28, 2007 (3:34 pm)
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I just bought a new '06 Crossfire and on occasion have a dash noise that sounds like a circuit breaker coming on and off' and the blower motor fan does what it wants to whenever it wants to , its still under warranty but would like your opinion. Great car though.  THANKS AGAIN
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- #143 of 258
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2004 pt cruiser hesitation
by stinky5
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Dec 23, 2007 (10:52 am)
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I do not know what to do about the following codes
po420/p0420 --p0700 --- p0562. My car started hesitating when I pushed the petal and when I stopped at red light it sound like a throttle. Help me on what to do so that I will not get riped off
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Re: 2004 pt cruiser hesitation [stinky5]
by krony
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Dec 24, 2007 (6:58 am)
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Replying to: stinky5 (Dec 23, 2007 10:52 am)
Here's some info on hesitation...http://www.ptcruizer.com/repairs-pt-cruiser.html
and on codes: http://www.ptcruizer.com/computer-codes.html
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Re: PT missfiring, engine bucking [jlawyer]
by jim342
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Dec 28, 2007 (7:49 pm)
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Replying to: jlawyer (Apr 22, 2006 2:09 am)
my 2001 cruiser 2.4l engine suddenly died. later started but unusual noise prompted me to shut it off, tow it in & have it checked. oil light was also on but level was fine & i had just had it changed 10 miles before problem. tech checked & said oil send unit was bad & crank position sensor is defective. replacing these items & plugs has not solved no start problem. after checking blogs on p.t. problems see overfill of oil can turn light on & bad o2 sensor or kinked wire can kill sensors!!! monday i'll request those things be checked. any other suggestions?.
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- #146 of 258
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Re: 2001 cruiser ?? won't run, help [chdabren]
by jim342
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Dec 29, 2007 (4:35 pm)
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Replying to: chdabren (Nov 27, 2007 2:35 pm)
i have 2001 p. t. cruiser 2.4l non-turbo with 81000 mi. i had just had an oil change & tire rotation about 15 mi prior to this malfunction. while driving i had noticed the oil light on but checked & level was fine. a few minutes later on highway the engine stalled (xmas eve). openned hood & could smell oil but none seem & still checked fine. let it sit 10 minutes, it restarted but uncommon engine noise prompted me to shut it off & have towed to nearest available shop open on xmas eve, a chevy dealer. tech started & drove it but it stalled again & would not restart. tech advises battery tested week, crank position sensor tested bad, oil pressure send unit bad, & plugs fouled. replaced theses items but still no start. also tried a new coil, but still no luck. fuel pressure & injector function checks out ok.
monday i will try calling a chrysler dealer to request ideas. understand dailmer chrysler has a dealer only accessable website for help & perhaps they can check the database for recommended recall services suggested versas those performed on my vehicle. any ideas or suggestions are most welcome.
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p t cruiser, won't run
by jim342
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Dec 31, 2007 (12:51 pm)
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called a friend who is a certified tech for chrysler dealer in my home town. he believes my no start stuation maybe the pcm (ecm). the dealer believes this will be covered by my extended warranty. hard to get good answers as chrysler home office closed for holidays.
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running hot
by ptink
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Jan 08, 2008 (10:27 am)
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help i have a 2003 chysler pt curs. and for the last 2 weeks I have had problems,
it ran hot (but not up in the red) on a real cold day (18 over nite ) and i was told it was the thermastat well changed that and 2 days later i drove the car 35 miles and the needle never went off the C on the guage, took cap right off the radiater when I stopped and put finger in the water was cold!!!! , changed the thermastat again (figured it was a bad one) ran great for 2 days ... the temp. started to rise again...???
no leaks no steam no hissing no nothing.... any guessess?? oh the water pump, and fan are working fine please help i love my car
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