Replace the screws and lubricate lightly See figure 1.
Second stage
50.15 lbf⋅ft50.15 lbf⋅ft68 N⋅m
Third stage
50.15 lbf⋅ft50.15 lbf⋅ft68 N⋅m
Fourth stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreValve cover
First stage
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Second stage
8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine block
expand_moreConnecting rod bearing
First stage
19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
Second stage
90°90°90°
Crankshaft central screws
100.31 lbf⋅ft100.31 lbf⋅ft136 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
Drive plate
70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Flywheel
70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
expand_moreMain bearing
expand_moreM11
First stage
30.24 lbf⋅ft30.24 lbf⋅ft41 N⋅m
helically from the inside out
Second stage
30.24 lbf⋅ft30.24 lbf⋅ft41 N⋅m
Fourth stage
55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
expand_moreM8
Third stage
20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
helically from the inside out
Fifth stage
20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine control
Camshaft timing gear
84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
Toothed belt guard
4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller
Clamping screws
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
On the engine block
44.99 lbf⋅ft44.99 lbf⋅ft61 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine lubrication
expand_moreOil drain plug
Engine oil
20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Oil sump
8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine management
Camshaft sensor
9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Crankshaft sensor
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Knock sensor
16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreEngine bracket
On the engine block
44.99 lbf⋅ft44.99 lbf⋅ft61 N⋅m
expand_moreSubframe
Front
112.85 lbf⋅ft112.85 lbf⋅ft153 N⋅m
Rear
184.39 lbf⋅ft184.39 lbf⋅ft250 N⋅m
expand_moreSubframe diagonal strut
At the subframe
42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m
On chassis
42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m
expand_moreTorque arm
expand_moreAt the subframe
Front
84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
On engine bracket
84.82 lbf⋅ft84.82 lbf⋅ft115 N⋅m
expand_moreIgnition system
Spark plugs
13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
expand_moreStart system
Starter
39.83 lbf⋅ft39.83 lbf⋅ft54 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.
Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Chrysler warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.
DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.
Doing basic service for your 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
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