timing belt CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2007 1.G Owners Manual

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS

2.4L Turbo Engine Compartment............358

2.4L Engine Compartment................359

Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II........360
▫Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message............360

Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs............................361

Replacement Parts......................362

Dealer Service.........................363

Maintenance Procedures..................363▫Engine Oil..........................363
▫Drive Belts — Check Condition And Tension . . 367
▫Spark Plugs.........................368
▫Ignition Wiring System.................368
▫Catalytic Converter....................368
▫Engine Timing Belt....................369
▫Crankcase Emission Control System........369
▫Fuel Filter..........................370
▫Air Cleaner Element (Filter)..............370
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WARNING!
A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park over
materials that can burn. Such materials might be
grass or leaves coming into contact with your ex-
haust system. Do not park or operate your vehicle in
areas where your exhaust system can contact any-
thing that can burn.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, including a tune up to manufacturers specifica-
tions, should be obtained immediately.
To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage:
•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!
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 369
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Miles 93,000 96,000 99,000 102,000 105,000
(Kilometers) (155 000) (160 000) (165 000) (170 000) (175 000)
Change engine oil and engine oil filter, if not re-
placed at 3 months.XXXXX
Rotate tires. X X
Inspect the brake linings. X
Change the brake fluid. If vehicle is used for trailer
towing.X
Inspect theengine air cleaner filterand replace as
necessary.*X
Change the manual transaxle fluid.† X
Replace theengine timing belt.*X
Flush and replace the engine coolant, if not replaced
at 60 months.X
Inspect theMake-up air filter,replace as necessary. X
418 SCHEDULE “B”—ALL ENGINES
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Miles 72,000 78,000 84,000 90,000 96,000 102,000
(Kilometers) (120 000) (130 000) (140 000) (150 000) (160 000) (170 000)
[Months] [72] [78] [84] [90] [96] [102]
Change engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X X
Rotate tires. X X X X X X
Inspect the brake linings. X X
Replace theengine air cleaner filter.X
Replace thespark plugs.X
Replace theengine timing belt.*X
Inspect the tie rod ends and boot seals. X
Inspect thePCV valveand replace if necessary.
Not required if previously changed. * ‡X
Replace theMake-up air filter.X
Adjust the generator drive belt tension. X
Flush and replace the engine coolant, if not re-
placed at 60 months.X
424 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
430 SCHEDULE “A”—TURBO
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Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)...... 187
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).... 227
Emergency Deck Lid Release Latch (Convertible) . . 41
Emergency, In Case of
Jacking............................. 342
Jump Starting......................... 347
Towing ............................. 351
Emergency Seat Back Release (Sedan).......... 39
Emission Control System Maintenance......361,408
Engine............................358,359
Break-In Recommendations............... 111
Checking Oil Level..................... 363
Cooling ............................. 377
Exhaust Gas Caution.................... 322
Fuel Requirements..................... 318
Jump Starting......................... 347
Oil ...........................363,404,405
Oil Change Interval.................... 364
Oil Filler Cap...................358,359,366OilFilter ............................ 405
Oil Selection.......................... 366
Oil Synthetic......................... 366
Overheating.......................... 340
Temperature Gauge..................... 220
TimingBelt .......................... 369
Event Data Recorder................... 68,101
Exhaust Gas Caution.............. 38,112,322,376
Exhaust System......................... 376
Fabric Care............................ 391
Filler Location Fuel...................... 220
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 370
Engine Fuel.......................... 370
Engine Oil........................367,405
Flashers.............................. 340
Hazard Warning....................... 340
Flat Tire Stowage........................ 347
446 INDEX