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We have info for following modifications of 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser

  • 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4 L4 GAS, CC:2429, CID:148, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:148, Engine VIN:, Desg:X
  • 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4 L4 GAS, CC:2429, CID:148, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:148, Engine VIN:, Desg:B
  • 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4 L4 GAS, CC:2429, CID:148, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:148, Engine VIN:, Desg:E
  • 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2.4 L4 GAS, CC:2429, CID:148, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:148, Engine VIN:, Desg:B
  • 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2.4 L4 GAS, CC:2429, CID:148, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:148, Engine VIN:, Desg:E
  • 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2.4 L4 GAS, CC:2429, CID:148, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:148, Engine VIN:, Desg:8
  • 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited 2.4 L4 GAS, CC:2429, CID:148, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:148, Engine VIN:, Desg:E
  • 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited 2.4 L4 GAS, CC:2429, CID:148, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:148, Engine VIN:, Desg:8
  • 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser LX 2.4 L4 GAS, CC:2429, CID:148, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:148, Engine VIN:, Desg:B

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Adjustments -> Height Sensing Proportioning Valve -> Park Brake Cable Tensioner -> Stop Lamp Switch
Vehicle: 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2.4 L4 GAS

Height Sensing Proportioning Valve

On these models the proportioning valve is not adjustable. Do not attempt to make adjustments.

Stop Lamp Switch

  • Push and hold brake pedal in applied position.
  • Push switch forward until fully seated against bracket.
  • Release brake pedal.
  • Lightly pull brake pedal rearward until master cylinder pushrod bottoms against master cylinder internal stop. This action will set switch plunger at proper stroke length.

Park Brake Cable Tensioner

Tensioner adjustment is only required when the tensioner, or a cable has been replaced or disconnected for service. To avoid fa...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4 L4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Description
Vehicle: 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 2.4 L4 GAS

These vehicles are equipped with dual piston calipers, sliding single piston systems, single non-metallic calipers, floating caliper-single piston or single piston caliper mounted disc brake systems.

Upon brake application, fluid pressure exerted against the caliper piston increases equally in all directions, creating the same pressure in the caliper bore and on the piston.

Press...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-Lock Brakes -> PT Cruiser -> Precautions -> General Service Precautions
Vehicle: 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser LX 2.4 L4 GAS

General Service Precautions

Certain components of the anti-lock brake system are not intended to be serviced individually. Attempting to remove or disconnect components of this type may result in personal injury and/or improper system operation. Only the components with removal and installation procedures should be serviced.

Observe the following general precautions when servicing the anti-lock b...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Chrysler LLC -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring 2.4 L4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-Lock Brakes -> PT Cruiser -> Diagnosis & Testing -> 2007-08 -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Connector Pin Identification -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Intermittents & Poor Connections
Vehicle: 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited 2.4 L4 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC) and follow manufacturer's instructions.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation

Refer to "Diagnostic Tests" for diagnostic trouble code interpretation.

Connector Pin Identification

Refer to Fig. for pin connector and terminal identification.

Diagnostic Tests

2007-08
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Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC) and follow manufacturer's instr...

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