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2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Repair Question


Topics covered: Engine, Exhaust, Pressure test.
Mileage: 95,000 miles.

Asked on January 31, 2013

Chrysler PT Cruiser Engine Problem

Lopes or cuts out around 3500 rpm, in neutral and in drive. any ideas? 2.4 non turbo.
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Replied on January 31, 2013

Do you have any codes? Have you checked for codes?

Tiny Answered by saturntech9 (expert)
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Replied on January 31, 2013

did have 2 codes, p0132 and p0138. i replaced both oxygen sensors,that got rid of the codes, there are no other codes.

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Replied on January 31, 2013

Have you checked for a plugged cat?

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Replied on January 31, 2013

no but i will right now.

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Replied on January 31, 2013

what next?

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Replied on February 1, 2013

Have you checked the spark plugs etc yet?

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Replied on February 2, 2013

yes. i also put a gauge on the fuel and it read 40lbs. i guess it should be 50 to 60. do you think that could be the problem?

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Replied on February 3, 2013

So you back pressure tested the exhaust and that checked out? Also so while your driving above 3500 the engine cuts out or the transmission is slipping?

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Replied on February 3, 2013

no, i did not do that.and it is definately the engine, not the tranny. By back presser you mean ,put my hand over the exhost and tell it to cough? or is there a reading of some type tthat i need to get? or change in idle, or leaks, or? this back pressure bit ive never done. and before i forget, thank you verry much for your time. im sure theres other people that also need your help as bad as i do.

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Replied on February 3, 2013

No a back pressure test is done with a back pressure gauge in the exhaust pipe.

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