2006 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER timing belt

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS

2.4L Turbo Engine Compartment............362

2.4L Engine Compartment................363

Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II........364
▫Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message............364

Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs............................365

Replacement Parts......................366

Dealer Service.........................367

Maintenance Procedures..................367▫Engine Oil..........................368
▫Drive Belts — Check Condition And Tension . . 372
▫Spark Plugs.........................372
▫Ignition Wiring System.................372
▫Catalytic Converter....................372
▫Engine Timing Belt....................374
▫Crankcase Emission Control System........374
▫Fuel Filter..........................374
▫Air Cleaner Element (Filter)..............374
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•Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition
when the transaxle is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
•Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
•Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected for prolonged period.
Engine Timing Belt
Replace the engine timing belt at the intervals described
in the appropriate maintenance schedule.
Crankcase Emission Control System
Proper operation of this system depends on freedom
from sticking or plugging due to deposits. As vehicle
mileage builds up, the PCV valve and passages may
accumulate deposits. If a valve is not working properly,
replace it with a new valve. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
CLEAN THE OLD PCV VALVE!Check ventilation hose for indication of damage or
plugging deposits. Replace if necessary.
Fuel Filter
A plugged fuel filter can cause hard starting or limit the
speed at which a vehicle can be driven. Should an
excessive amount of dirt accumulate in the fuel tank,
frequent filter replacement may be necessary. The fuel
filters are located inside the fuel tank. See your dealer for
service.
Air Cleaner Element (Filter)
Under normal driving conditions, replace the filter at the
intervals shown on Schedule “A”. If, however, you drive
the vehicle frequently under dusty or severe conditions,
the filter element should be inspected periodically and
replaced if necessary at the intervals shown on Schedule
“B”.
NOTE:For vehicles with a Turbo engine, a small
amount of oil accumulation in the air cleaner box is
374 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Miles 75,000 78,000 81,000 84,000 87,000 90,000
(Kilometers) (125 000) (130 000) (135 000) (140 000) (145 000) (150 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not re-
placed at 3 months.XXXXXX
Rotate tires. X X X
Inspect the brake linings. X
Inspect theengine air cleaner filterand replace as
necessary.*X
Replace theengine air cleaner filter.X
Replace thespark plugs.X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. X
Inspect thePCV valveand replace if necessary. Not
required if previously changed. * ‡X
Replace theengine timing belt.*X
Inspect theMake-up air filter,replace as necessary. X
Adjust the generator drive belt tension. X
Replace theMake-up air filter.X
SCHEDULE “B”—ALL ENGINES 425
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Miles108,000 114,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (180 000) (190 000) (200 000)
[Months] [108] [114] [120]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X
Rotate tires. X X X
Inspect thePCV valveand replace if necessary. * ‡ X
Replace theair cleaner filter.X
Replace theengine timing belt.*X
Flush and replace the engine coolant at 120 months, if not done at
102,000 miles.X
Replace thespark plugs and ignition cables.X
Replace theMake-up air filter.X
* This maintenance is recommended by the manufacturer
to the owner but is not required to maintain the emis-
sions warranty.
‡ This maintenance is not required if previously replaced.Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.
432 SCHEDULE “A”—NON TURBO
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Miles 90,000 95,000 100,000 105,000
(Kilometers) (144 000) (156 000) (160 000) (168 000)
[Months] [108] [114] [120] [126]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X
Rotate tires. X X X X
Inspect the brake linings.X
Replace theengine air cleaner filter.X
Replace thespark plugs.X
Adjust the generator drive belt tension. X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. X
Inspect thePCV valveand replace if necessary. Not required if
previously changed. * ‡X
Flush and replace the engine coolant if not done at 60 months. X
Replace theMake-up air filter.X
Replace theengine timing belt.X
436 SCHEDULE “A”—TURBO
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Emergency Deck Lid Release Latch (Convertible) . . 41
Emergency, In Case of
Jacking............................. 346
Jump Starting......................... 351
Towing ............................. 355
Emergency Seat Back Release (Sedan).......... 40
Emission Control System Maintenance......365,416
Engine............................362,363
Break-In Recommendations............... 113
Checking Oil Level..................... 368
Cooling ............................. 382
Exhaust Gas Caution.................... 325
Fuel Requirements..................... 322
Jump Starting......................... 351
Oil ...........................368,411,412
Oil Change Interval.................... 369
Oil Filler Cap...................362,363,370
OilFilter ............................ 412
Oil Selection.......................... 370Oil Synthetic......................... 371
Overheating.......................... 344
Temperature Gauge..................... 222
TimingBelt .......................... 374
Event Data Recorder................... 70,103
Exhaust Gas Caution.............. 39,114,325,381
Exhaust System......................... 381
Filler Location Fuel...................... 222
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 374
Engine Fuel.......................... 374
Engine Oil........................371,412
Flashers.............................. 344
Hazard Warning....................... 344
Flat Tire Stowage........................ 351
Flooded Engine Starting................... 281
Fluid, Brake........................... 413
Fluid Capacities......................... 411
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