2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Chrysler PT Cruiser 2004

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2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser repairs by problem area

Engine (42%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (35%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)

Other (3%)

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2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (33%)

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2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 220hp 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD

99200 mi

$150
Both Front Wheel Bearings replaced, though only left side made noise. 
136400 mi

$150
Both Front Wheel Bearing replaced, though only one made noise. 
202740 mi Grinding noise within the gearbox, probably a bearing... 
32240 mi 5-speed manual transaxle - 2nd gear disappeared. 

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2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 220hp 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD

69500 mi

US $287
Replaced Transaxle and Rt Axle 

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2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon

150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

291000 mi

US $1200
Original transmission replaced at 292,000 miles. 

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2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Transmission Problems

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