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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHRYSLER2004PT CRUISER LIMITED, 2.4 B, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTANTI-THEFT SYSTEMSVEHICLE THEFT SECURITY SYSTEMHOOD AJAR SWITCH-EXPORTREMOVAL

2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited, 2.4 B, Standard

Hood Ajar Switch-Export: Removal

2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited, 2.4 B, StandardSECTION Removal

Open hood.
Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable (Figure ).
Disconnect wire harness connector from hood ajar switch.
Firmly press tangs on the bottom side of the switch together and push up through bracket (Fig 1 ).

Fig 1: Hood Ajar Switch Location
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Remove switch from vehicle.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.