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Re: running hot [ptink]
by beastofsteel
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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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- #156 of 257
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Re: Confirmation of credentials [chdabren]
by evesgird
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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
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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.
Chris
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Re: Confirmation of credentials [chdabren] 2002 PT Cruiser Missfire
by evesgird
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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: evesgird verizon.net
Sincerely
Sabine
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Re: Confirmation of credentials [chdabren]
by mdbcrt
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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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Re: hesitation and engin light is on [chdabren]
by gary64
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Feb 18, 2008 (2:03 pm)
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Replying to: chdabren (Nov 25, 2007 8:12 am)
Pardon me for jumping in but I am new to this site and am trying to find out what is causing the ENGINE LIGHT to stay on also in my PT Crusier 2.4 L engine and the scanner code says PO128 -coolant temp below thermostat and then there is a "
2" PENDING- I need a repair manual! G. Poling
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