2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser Chrysler PT Cruiser 2002

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2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser repairs by problem area

Engine (40%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (26%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (19%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (2%)

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2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon

150-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD

118000 mi

US $300
Master cylinder replaced. 

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2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon

150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

61427 mi

US $365
Front calipers (because pads very unevenly worn).  
61300 mi

US $1623
Front calipers seized. Cost $580 for caliper, pads, rotors install. 
147000 mi

US $100
Scrubbing sound coming from rear driver side wheel. The self adjuster for the drum brake broke and the spring was scraping the drum. New self adjuster kit was installed by a local shop. 

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2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser Brake Problems

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