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Top vid... Very easy to follow. Thanks

You may want to check to see if there's a frayed wire on the ignition, and that all of the connections are okay. If there's a check engine light on, you should have the code pulled. Hope this helps you out. 1aauto.com 866-403-3393

Found you via the Lost Jeeps forum. This video is PERFECT. Saying what you're doing and then showing it is VERY helpful. For those looking to do this, remember: you will need the t10 security torx bit (it's a regular "star" bit but with a recessed hole in the center for the "tamper resistant" screws). You probably have the regular t20 Torx bit on hand (in a driver kit), but the security bits are less common (though readily available).

Any idea why the dealers won't give up the truth on this one? I went to TWO different dealers (one in the area where the ignition pin broke, and my dealer at home)...neither of them mentioned that it was the ignition pin actuator...they both just said that "two metal tabs" broke off inside the column. This video saved me $1,200 -- I found a salvaged TJ steering column, stripped out what I needed and used this video to install the parts.

Sweet thanks for this video, on my liberty putting it back together was a little different, I had to put the bottom piece with the spring on before I could get the key cylinder back in properly other then that, it was right on point !! This saved me from 236-1200 bucks!!

my car was not turning on i thought it was the ignition switch but a buddy of mine sent me this video i imediatly went home bought the part and installed it, my car is now running well, thank you for this information it was fairly easy to do also

Like Mr. Davis, I want to thank you for the video. It was very helpfulin figuring outhow to open up and repair the ignition from my Jeep Liberty. The quality of the video was very good, better than other videos had watched on the subject.

Moes - I've checked with the dealer - they wont even talk to me unless I replace the entire column. How close was this video to what you actually experienced? Thanks

Thank you so so much for your video, it saved me $300. i cant believe i actually fixed my truck. Thank you again for your clear and detailed video

Thank you I used this video to do the job myself and saved a grand. Total repair cost fifty dollars and took me a half hour.

Thank you! Getting my brother, his wife, and their new born baby back on the road today because of this video!

Could visit your local Salvage Yard or parts store to find this item.

so this repair does not call for new keys correct?

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+Joe 88 You'll need to monitor the dash temperature gauge to determine when the engine has warmed up.That's a pretty risky setup you should really have an aftermarket radiator fan controller so the fan can turn on automatically when needed.

+Bushougoma thanks and I will look for it

+Ismail Suffiyan It should be located near the firewall. Follow the heater core coolant hoses to find it.

Check the coolant temperature switch first disconnect the 2 pin connector on the switch it's screwed into the top of the lower radiator hose thermostat housing.The 2 pin connector will have a Green and Black wire turn the key to the on position and carefully jump the connector with a jumper wire or paperclip (be careful not to bend the connector contacts by shoving the jumper in just touch them) if the fans run the sensor is bad.If they don't run you can rule out the sensor. Let me know if it's not the sensor and I can provide further info.

+psychsoamiii LOL... anti freeze DOES NOT stop rust, lets break down the word shall we. ANTI FREEZE.... what exactly do you think that means? lol  Sure it has additives in it, but you don't have to have antifreeze in it to run additives. Antifreeze helps lubricate stuff sure, but regular additives do the same in water.  We are talking about nonfreezing atmosphere. In a regular day to day running vehicle in the South, with additives in water, is perfectly safe and fine, and many people do it. and you know what.... the motors have zero issue lasting.  Fluid on metal creates rust period if there is iron.  Will it be enough to clog a motor? Sure if you a fucking moron that does zero maintenance on a car and thinks it takes care of itself. lol   Never doing flushes or oil changes, checking levels, etc... yeah absolutely that will mess a motor up... it has very little to do with what is inside of it as long as your using your head and know what your doing.  Know what I mean vern? But I was referring to the colder climate only in my comment.  I wasn't going into chemical breakdown and specifics. It's only youtube homie, I'm not trying to fix everyone's car and be a chiltons 

+BoostedBadBoy No. You still need to use Coolant, it contains anti-corrosion additives that protect the engine from rusting from the inside out.

You clearly don't live in cold climate then, because if you did that tap water would freeze and crack the radiator if your lucky, block if your not.  Be careful there is a reason we put anti freeze in cars, but if you live where it don't get to freezing then yes water is absolutely fine. 

+Grammar Nazi That is right; get a gay as fuck bicycle and no-one will steal it

+Slip Slack The closest thing to what you said are these foldable bikes that I see around town every now and then. They look fucking gay as fuck. 

yes it is =)

+Slip Slack That's a joke right?

im on my 2nd set of replacement bearings at 120,000 miles. not a tough job to remove the knuckle but from what the machine shop told me it is difficult to remoive the bearing from the hub. which only cost 40 total (you got ripped off). btw if you are going this far into riiping apart the front end you will want to replace the lower control because of the bushings and replace the outer tie rods especially if you are close to 60,000 miles trust me. im with you on screw chrysler and there warranty

OK, You need to do an alignment after removing the knuckle assembly. You have 2 choices of Bearings that are used. One is a double roller "Ball" bearing and the other is Double "Tapered bearing". The "Ball bearing is half the cost of the Tapered. The Ball bearing you will get 30 to 50 K of service life. The Tapered Bearing you will get 4 times that amount. Request Timken Set49 bearing . That is the Tapered bearing. Grease the splines before reassembly. 180ft pounds very important.

If Chrysler's are using 1970s technology, GM is using 1920s technology. Have you ever worked on a Chevrolet? I have a degree in mechanical engineering and have been working on cars for over 40 years and I agree that the PT Cruisers do have some minor issues, overall they are exceptionally well thought-out and built vehicles. They incorporate much Mercedes Benz technology. The doors close like bank vault doors (Ever shut the door of a Toyota?) and the fit and detail is very good.

I would rate this video "B minus." He does very well in showing how to take the right front hub off and I agree with the suggestion to have a machine shop press in the new bearing. However, the reassembly is not as easy as the video would lead you to believe, particularly the left hand side. Not having the luxury of a shop and lift as he does adds to the misery. Bottom line: you save $500 - $700 dollars but you sure earn it.

The MAJOR problem with these vids on PT Cruiser bearings/hub is the epic failure for anyone to acknowledge the issue with the STRUT. If the STRUT becomes hyperextended you are completely screwed. Removal of knuckle and the bearings and even pressing them in yourself is a breeze. But, if the strut will not go up about 2 inches. You're done. Screwed...Don't do it yourself people. Go to a garage and pay the $250.

I have over 85,000 miles on my 05 PT and Im changing my wheel bearing for the second time. I actually only changing one as the left front is humming. Im only paying 15 dollars to have the bearing installed. Im also doing this work myself. I have also had a weird growling sound when I turn the car ever since it was new and Chrysler could never figure out what it was. Any guesses?

I have a question. How did you know the wheel bearings were shot? The thing is my PT Cruiser 2003 is pulling to the left and the front end shakes. We can't drive past 40mph without it really shaking (More like the car is limping) It only has 24,000 some odd miles on it. My mom thinks it's the wheel bearings.. did yours have any trouble like that?

Off to the right where you see related videos to changing these wheel bearings are a couple of my videos. One of them is the bearing being pressed out. 2002 models specifically had a midyear part number change that Chrysler failed to inform people when and with which VIN the Cruisers would start using the newer part number wheel bearing.

Lol keep beating on the tie rod ends and you will earn yourself more work. beat on the steering knuckle to loosen the tie rod and you can lift it out with a finger. beating on the tie rod threads can cause damage to the ball joint which is inside the tie rod end boot. seen it before.

This is awesome but does it depend on the bearings? I was told you could knock the bearings out w/o the machine shop but if they are pressed on I could understand how a machine shop would be needed....but again awesome !!! thanks for posting this

Just for the record, you do not need to put on that thin nut which holds the rotor on. That was only used at the factory so that the rotor would not fall off before the wheels were put on the vehicle. They serve no other purpose.

Hey, thank you so much for the video. It made the job so much easier, was able to remove successfully with no doubts or headaches. Appreciate you taking the time to make the video for the greater good. Thank you!

Thanks for the video. My Haynes manual says that the two horizontal knuckle-to-strut bolts take 40 ft-lbs plus 1/4 turn, not the 40 ft-lbs you state. What does Chrysler specify?

this guy knows his stuff, i have a 1999 kia sephia, do you have any suggestions on how to replace both serpintine belts fast and easily? if so can you message me back on my youtube account thanks i appreciate it

Thanks for putting this up. I'm hoping that the coil is not the problem but if it is then now I know what i'm in for

You could try to swap the coils around, or the vehicle may hesitate while your driving if there's a spark issue.

great vid, and to know 3 bolts and 5 for intake to get to the spark plugs and wires, thanks for info

Thank you, only problem was dropping one of the coil screws down on the back bracket haha got it!

do you know of any symptoms or test you could run to see if a problem is your coil?

Thank you this video made it so much easier for my boyfriend to fix my car

no problem at all. Have a great day. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

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will this work for a 2006 PT non turbo as well ?

How much does this cost for a 09 Pt cruiser

You are amazing!! thank you so much!

very helpful thanks