P0016 is know to occur in the Chrysler PT Cruiser when the Crankshaft Position Sensor and the Camshaft Position Sensor are out of alignment by a certain number of degrees, or if there is a sensor issue. We’ll explore the symptoms and causes directly below. P0016 refers to which camshaft position sensor is out of … Read more
P0507 is a fairly typical OBDII trouble code that can occur in the Chrysler PT Cruiser. It is typically triggered when the engine idle speed is 200 rpm or more over the predetermined limit set by the Chrysler It is a generic code, which means that it has the same meaning for the Chrysler PT Cruiser as any … Read more
Are you experiencing a P0325 trouble code in your Chrysler PT Cruiser? This code indicates a misfire in the engine, and can be caused by a variety of issues. In this article, we’ll discuss the potential causes and how to fix the issue. The knock sensor’s primary role is to detect and monitor any abnormal … Read more
P0012 is a common trouble code. It affects vehicles with variable valve timing (VVT). The list of VVT vehicles is growing, and the Chrysler PT Cruiser can have VVT, and is known to develop this code. P0012 is generic, which means that it has the same definition for the PT Cruiser as it does … Read more
The P0440 code is a common trouble code that many Chrysler PT Cruiser owners may encounter. It indicates that there is an issue with the car’s Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) system. Specifically, the EVAP system is malfunctioning. A variety of causes can trigger the P0440 code, with the most common one being a loose or … Read more
P0014 is a relatively common trouble code for vehicles that have Variable Valve Timing (VVT). This includes the Chrysler PT Cruiser. VVT adjusts the position of the camshaft(s) to maximize the combustion efficiency of the motor. P0014 means that the camshaft position is too far advanced from where it should be in relation to normal … Read more
P0741 is a very common OBDII trouble code. It’s know to affect the Chrysler PT Cruiser quite often. Here’s what it means: P0741: Torque Converter Clutch Circuit → Performance or Stuck Off The PT Cruiser uses a clutch in the torque converter to lock the engine and transmission together at highway speed. P0741 can register … Read more
A trouble code is a signal that is generated by an automatic transmission system whenever it detects an issue in the Chrysler PT Cruiser that requires your attention. The P0700 code is a general code that is typically accompanied by another code that specifies the specific problem. This code is part of the OBDII system … Read more
P0500 is a OBDII trouble code that affects the Chrysler PT Cruiser‘s Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS). The VSS sends a signal to the engine’s computer letting it know how fast that the vehicle is going. The PT Cruiser uses this signal for many vehicle functions. It helps control transmission shifts, ABS, cruise control, the … Read more
P0011 is a common (and serious) OBD II diagnostic trouble code that can occur in the Chrysler PT Cruiser. It indicates an issue with your car’s Variable Valve Timing (VVT) system. The first thing you should do when you have this code is check your PT Cruiser’s oil. If the oil level is too low, … Read more