2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Hatchback First generation Service Intervals
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| Condition | Value |
|---|
| Chrysler diesel straight-4 2.1 L EDJ 119 HP | every 40000 km |
| All other modifications | every 48000 km |
| Automatic gearbox oil change interval | every 48000 km |
| Automatic gearbox oil filter change interval | every 48000 km |
| Brake fluid change interval | every 2 years |
| GT 2.4 with gasoline straight-4 2.4 L 220 HP engine (2003.8–2010.12) | every 48000 km |
| Chrysler gasoline straight-4 2.0 L ECC 134 HP | every 96000 km |
| Chrysler gasoline straight-4 2.0 L ECC 139 HP | every 96000 km |
| All other modifications | every 144000 km |
| Engine timing belt test mode | not prescribed by the manufacturer |
| Pink and orange | every 160000 km / 5 years |
| Green | every 2 years |
| Chrysler diesel straight-4 2.1 L EDJ 119 HP | every 20000 km |
| All other modifications | every 12000 km |
| Fuel filter change interval | every 20000 km |
| Chrysler diesel straight-4 2.1 L EDJ 119 HP | every 40000 km |
| Chrysler gasoline straight-4 2.0 L ECC 134 HP | every 12000 km |
| Chrysler gasoline straight-4 2.0 L ECC 139 HP | every 12000 km |
| All other modifications | every 24000 km |
| Spark plug change interval | every 48000 km |
| Transmission oil change interval | every 120000 km |
To save your time and money and be safe on the road service your car as prescribed in Chrysler PT Cruiser Hatchback service schedule. Regular service will extend your car live and will save you money in long term.
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 Hatchback 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
- Brake System Specifications
- Chassis Specifications
- Cooling System Specifications
- Electrical System Specifications
- Emission
- Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Service Intervals
Conquer your fears and never give up!
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 Hatchback 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 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Hatchback you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.