2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible First generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
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| Condition | Value |
|---|
| Air-conditioning compressor | 20.65 lbf⋅ft |
| Alternator | 39.83 lbf⋅ft |
| Coolant pump | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| M6 | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 20.65 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 25.08 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace the screws and lubricate lightly See figure 1. | |
| Second stage | 50.15 lbf⋅ft |
| Third stage | 50.15 lbf⋅ft |
| Fourth stage | 90° |
| First stage | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 19.91 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Crankshaft central screws | 100.31 lbf⋅ft |
| Use screw-locking compound. | |
| Drive plate | 70.07 lbf⋅ft |
| Flywheel | 70.07 lbf⋅ft |
| Use screw-locking compound. | |
| 2.4 with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 141 HP engine (2004.3–2008.3) | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 30.24 lbf⋅ft |
| helically from the inside out | |
| Second stage | 30.24 lbf⋅ft |
| Fourth stage | 55.32 lbf⋅ft |
| Third stage | 20.65 lbf⋅ft |
| helically from the inside out | |
| Fifth stage | 20.65 lbf⋅ft |
| Camshaft timing gear | 84.82 lbf⋅ft |
| Toothed belt guard | 4.43 lbf⋅ft |
| Clamping screws | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| On the engine block | 44.99 lbf⋅ft |
| Engine oil | 20.65 lbf⋅ft |
| Oil sump | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| Camshaft sensor | 9.59 lbf⋅ft |
| Crankshaft sensor | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Knock sensor | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| On the engine block | 44.99 lbf⋅ft |
| Front | 112.85 lbf⋅ft |
| Rear | 184.39 lbf⋅ft |
| At the subframe | 42.78 lbf⋅ft |
| On chassis | 42.78 lbf⋅ft |
| Front | 84.82 lbf⋅ft |
| On engine bracket | 84.82 lbf⋅ft |
| Spark plugs | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
| Starter | 39.83 lbf⋅ft |
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2004 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.
Table of Contents
- Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity
- Brake Fluid Capacity
- Cooling Fluid Capacity
- Engine Oil Capacity
- Fluid and Lubricant Specifications
- Manual Transmission Oil Capacity
- Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications
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