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Re: 2007 engine replacement [manyhoot] by chdabren
Jan 10, 2008 (5:40 pm)
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Replying to: manyhoot (Jan 10, 2008 4:27 pm)

Hi manyhoot.....the engine block heater on her PT actually replaces a core plug in the block. It should be on the back side (firewall side) of the block. It has a cord coming out of it and it installs with a pressure screw that sandwiches a rubber disc between 2 washers. Very easy to install. I'm not sure why they would have had to replace a short block engine with only 15k miles on it, maybe you can find out and let us all know. Anyway, I hope this info helps!
 
Chris
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Re: 2007 engine replacement [chdabren] by manyhoot
Jan 11, 2008 (2:37 am)
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Replying to: chdabren (Jan 10, 2008 5:40 pm)

It is early in the morning here so i haven't been to the dealership yet, but I did come across an interesting TSB subject last night on the internet. It is TSB 09-07 and it is dated 3/13/07. Here is the subject,
 
2.4L Engine Oil Gallery Misdrilled- A small number of 2.4L naturally aspirated engines may have been built with a misdrilled #1 oil gallery in the block. This will result in engine knocking and engine failure.
 
 I'm assuming that the dealership should have a list of all warranty work that was done on this car and now I realize that I should have asked before we bought it.
 We will see how I make out at the dealership this morning.
 
  chris... thanks for the info on the block heater
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Truce by chdabren
Jan 11, 2008 (6:24 pm)
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Responding to Shawn's message. I see Shawn is a neutral individual. I liked the quote about Voltaire. I decided to Google it and sure enuf, u're right on the money. VERY powerful statement. Freedom of speech is a constitutional right. One that cannot be taken away from anyone. If we can't speak our minds...how do we express our feelings properly?? But, in line with that, I'll say this...I will continue to offer valuable information and advice and answer people's questions. I will be as polite as possible, however, if I think ur problems with your car are caused by something you're doing...I will say so. It really is that simple. Ever hear of the saying "I'd rather be hurt by truth, then destroyed by lies"....provocative, don't u think? Inasfar as the personal information I get from Chrysler, that information is primarily used to trace warranty information and recall work that has been done to your car since new. It's not designed to divulge excess amounts of personal information. Never has been, never will be. It does provide addresses and phone #'s as it is connected with "owner information" from when the car was new. It gives us information dealing with various warranties the vehicle has. If any of you think that I would take advantage of information like that, you really need to soul search yourselves. I'd never steal anyone's information.....#1 it's illegal, #2, it's immoral and #3, I have a family to think about and would never put them in a position of having to "survive" w/out me. I'm sole provider for my home. As far as my sending emails during the day, I check my personal email at lunch time and various times throughout the course of the day, same as many of u. If I have an email that needs prompt attention...such is paid. I am on a computer several times a day as I have to search for TSB's (technical service bulletins) as they relate to my work. At times, while I'm waiting for software to download to update a mainframe of a car's computer, I will check emails and respond. It's not like no one else here does the same.....right? If anyone out there doesn't do "personal" business on the company's computer during business hours....feel free to speak up. Cause the odds are...it's a first. Anyway......I've said all I need to say. When I joined this site, and filled out my profile, I very clearly stated I was an "in your face" person. VERY straight up. I'm sorry I've offended so many people. I really am!! I will try to be nicer and provide only the advise and information anyone needs. If I do ask you for a VIN# , it's SOLELY to verify any warranty information ON YOUR BEHALF!! That way if a dealership is bullsh**ing you about warranty repairs....I will tell you....that way you don't get screwed. Wouldn't it be nice to be able to go into a dealer "armed to the teeth" with warranty information that can save u ALOT of $$?? Sure it would....that's all I intend to do..is better prepare you. So, I'll tone it down a bit and help out anyone who needs/wants help. I've already had one member give me a VIN# and I faxed her information about her warrranty that is about to save her over $2,000. Ask her if I did her wrong!!! You want a name...I'll give you a name!! So please accept my apologies...and let's start over!!
 
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Re: 2005 Turbo Spark Plug Replacement Created Nightmare [britsoft] by beastofsteel
Jan 18, 2008 (12:42 pm)
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Replying to: britsoft (Oct 07, 2007 8:47 pm)

I have a 2001 and replace my plugs myself at 40,000 mile intervals and the first time I did that, the wires were difficult to remove and broke easily. I was prepared for that and also replaced the wire set with a higher quality wire set from Standard automotive wire set and used the die elctric grease that came with the set on the boots. At 80,00 miles I replaced the plugs again with no damage to the wires at all, I will replace the wires again at my 120,000 mile plug change. I know if I didn't have new wires at the first plug change, I would have not been able to complete the job. I would expect that your PT probly uses similar quality wires as my 2001 PT.
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Re: running hot [ptink] by beastofsteel
Jan 18, 2008 (1:09 pm)
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Replying to: ptink (Jan 08, 2008 10:27 am)

I assume that the coolant level is not low since you replaced the thermostat twice. Possibly you may need a new radiator cap due to extreme changes in coolant temps, also make sure the radiator is not restricted or plugged with debris. Also I know that you probly made sure the thermostat installed you made sure the jiggle valve is in the proper location in the thermostat housing. I hope I was of help, I recently replaced my cap and thermostat at 103,000 miles on my PT.
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Re: Confirmation of credentials [chdabren] by evesgird
Jan 22, 2008 (9:53 am)
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Replying to: chdabren (Jan 10, 2008 5:28 pm)

I really hope your a God Send. I tried to look up your credentials at the ASE site, but the link to master technicians seems to have vanished. Oh Well. Anyway, my Cruiser seems to be missfiring, and so they changed the Crank shaft position sensor, only that seems to have made it worse. Apparently the old one was stalling at about 4000 rpm, every so often making the car thump, and the idle was a bit off. They now tell me it might be the computer or the ignition something or other. What can I do to get this problem resolved without giving up my car for another week. Please help me!!!!
Sabine
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Re: Confirmation of credentials [evesgird] by chdabren
Jan 22, 2008 (3:41 pm)
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Replying to: evesgird (Jan 22, 2008 9:53 am)

Here I sit trying to figure out why they would replace a crank sensor for a misfire condition...while it IS possible...it's remote at best. Was there a code from the computer? Did anyone check the simple stuff like plugs, wires or coil pack? Did anyone test the primary and secondary ignition circuits? It's also possible the computer just needs an update. Those are a few ideas for you to try. I really wish I had the car right here in front of me. As far as the ASE page...I did check it and u're right....seems they've done away with it...my apologies, but I am very much so Master Certified and they don't xpire until June of 2011. Anyway....good luck!! Get back to me with more information if u can.
 
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Re: Confirmation of credentials [chdabren] 2002 PT Cruiser Missfire by evesgird
Jan 22, 2008 (9:10 pm)
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Replying to: chdabren (Jan 22, 2008 3:41 pm)

We replaced the plugs, that was the first thing, and the sensor was stalling at 4000 rpm. He checked the ignition circuit too, though I don't know about the second one, I'll ask. The computer has had the latest update of TCB stuff too. Apparently, he can make it fire in perfect sequence without the computer. He said something about the computer receiving the right signal, but not returning the right info to the ignition?! Does that make any sense?
 
As for you ASE, I trust you, that's why I contacted you. Anyone whose willing to give out that info, must be for real. Mike is my mechanic and he too is certified by ASE, he's just not a Chrysler guy. As for having it in front of you... well unless you can teleport to Lancaster, CA (edge of the Mojave Desert, best place to the middle of nowhere), I doubt I can accomodate that. Though... if it's not too much trouble is there a way I can contact you either via phone or email if he can't get this resolved.
 
You can contact me at: evesgirdverizon.net
 
Sincerely
Sabine
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Re: Confirmation of credentials [chdabren] by mdbcrt
Jan 31, 2008 (1:23 pm)
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Replying to: chdabren (Jan 10, 2008 5:28 pm)

">Now this is very interesting. After all the hype and mention of being ASE certified, on the top of the mechanic's hierarchy, and the challenge to "find out the facts", it turns out that either you are NOT who you say you are, or you dont know your own credentials that well........
 
I took the challenge you posted on this page 10-Jan-2008 and found that you (#284385 aka RWCarroll) actually have been expired since Jul-2001. No one has to take my word for it, though. All anyone has to do is request a Cert form at the ASE website, fax it in to ASE 703-669-6122 and you will get a response within two days.
 
You actually did not prove anything about yourself...

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