PT CRUISER THE WAY TO GO

there are PT groups out there, but no actual newsgroups that I'm aware of. This group seems to be more car-problem oriented. Love my own cruiser. Enjoy yours!

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The PT Crusier has proven to be a very reliable vehicle without any problems so far, plugs and wires going bad has been the issue and Chrysler came out with a different type of both that seemed to fix the problem Glenn Beasley Chrysler Tech

Three big negatives with mine.

Too slow (for me) with automatic. Poor fuel economy (18 to 20 over three years). Very very wide turning circle with automatic.

Other than that it has been a great experience.

Richard.

Another problem that seems to be cropping up more and more: The multi-function switch, which controls the lights, fog lights, high-beams, dome (interior)lights and turn signals, fails and works erratically.

SRG

hmm I havent seen that yet, dont think i have had to replace a multifunction switch to date

Well, I've seen it in mine, at least one other club member, and its listed as one of the top 10 problems on PTDIY. I've also read numerous posts about it on different PT forums. As I said, "it seems to be cropping up more and more", probably because PTs are getting older.

SRG

This isn't unique to the PT. I've replaced the one on my 96 GV as well as my 94 Chevy K1500.

Matt

Negatives 1 and 2 are closely related. I was at first disappointed with the performance of my PT w/automatic (delivered June 2000); after a short while, I learned where the power curve is on this vehicle and found enough power for my needs. The worst mileage I ever had was 20mpg in mixed driving, during summer with A/C in frequent use. No or little A/C, in mixed driving I get 22mpg. I have never taken it on a long, highway only trip, therefor have no idea what mileage it could get.

Never noticed the trning circle issue.

The problems I have had (other than two recalls, which were taken care of before becoming a problem) are electrical. The radio controls stopped working; the radio played just fine, I just couldn't change the station, change the volume or turn it off; repaired under warranty. The only other problem was smoke started coming out of the steering column, where turn-signal lever goes in; turn the key off, still smoke. As it happened, I was driving past a dealer when it started, I turned around, pulled in the dealer's service area and 45 minutes later was on my way; no, charge.

Even with those problems, this was the best new car I have ever bought. Fit and finish were outstanding; four-and-a-half years later, fit and finish is still good.

I just mentioned it in reply to another message in this thread. On my 2001 (delivered in 2000) the control started smoking and had to be replaced). The problem occurred about a year ago.

240 hp with turbo high output and mopar stage 1 in automatic

yep it sucks!!!

never noticed, but you could practice 3 point turns, or emergency brake turns : )

I belong to various pt groups and haven't come across this one yet, hopefully that's a bug that's been ironed out of newer models.

I have an 01 6 speed manual. It too has a wide turn radius. Why would the automatic have a wider one?

Jerry

not sure, but it does have wider, I believe the tranny casing is bigger, thus not allowing the steering "linkages...." to turn as much as the standard car.

I have never seen a good multi-function switch. They all have problems because of all of the functions, and therefore connections and switches, required in such a small space.

I have replaced them on Toyota Tercels, Dodge Neons, a Ford Taurus and a Ford Escort GT.

Put the damned switches on the dash and reach, once in a while, it might be good exercise! |>)

Dan

The worse is GM. THey must have a contest to decide how many functions can go on one stalk so it cannot be figured out while driving.