Chrysler PT Cruiser Fault Codes
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Common PT Cruiser Fault Codes
These are the most common PT Cruiser fault codes that people are searching for.
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P0128
Coolant Thermostat (Coolant Temp Below Thermostat Regulating Temperature)
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- Manufacturer: Chrysler
About the PT Cruiser
The retro-styled PT Cruiser first hit the market in 2000. Chrysler then produced the model for a decade until its discontinuation in 2010. The ‘PT’ part of the name stands for Personal Transport.
During its time on the market, there was only a single generation to be unveiled before its discontinuation.
While it is hard to compare the styling to most other cars on the market, the PT Cruiser was almost a direct rival to the Chevrolet HHR, another heavily stylized compact car. Competition also came from the Dodge Caliber.
Chrysler leaned heavily into the retro styling for the model, which many consider being hit or miss. This was the primary reason for its low sales figures.
Fault code P0340 is possibly the most common issue that the PT Cruiser suffered from. This code indicates that the camshaft position (CMP) sensor is sending a faulty signal.
This code, while not that serious itself, can hide a camshaft timing issue. This is a very serious problem, which in turn makes this code more significant.
Owners have commonly reported that this code can be fixed by simply replacing the CMP sensor.
Another serious problem that the model has faced is P0700, which is a code that covers a broad range of transmission issues. In most cases, it requires a professional-level scanning tool to be able to read any additional fault codes from the transmission control module (TCM).
This is an important step in pinpointing the source of the fault code.
Similarly, there may also be another common code – P0882. This code indicates that there is insufficient power to the TCM.
A faulty battery is often the most commonly reported cause of this fault code.
