I am going to replace my water pump, timing belt and tensioner on my
Also, is it truely necessary to discharge my a/c before beginning this procedure?
The procedure that I have for a 2000 Chrysler Cirrus with a 2.4, does not mention anything about having to discharge the A/C system. That could be different for a PT cruiser, but I doubt if the compressor is mounted the same way.
If you replace the timing belt tensioner to the newer style, the belt covers will need to be replaced too, in order to work with the new tensioner. The new tensioner is a "wind up" design, as opposed to a "plunger" type.
-KM
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