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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHRYSLER2004PT CRUISER TOURING, 2.4 B, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 101 (2.7L)OIL PUMPINSPECTION

2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring, 2.4 B, Automatic

Oil Pump: Inspection

2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring, 2.4 B, AutomaticSECTION Inspection

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Disassemble the oil pump. (Refer to DISASSEMBLY ).
Clean all oil pump components. (Refer to CLEANING ).
Inspect mating surface of the oil pump housing and cover. Replace oil pump if deeply scratched or grooved (minor surface scratches and polishing is normal).
Lay a straightedge across the pump cover surface (Fig 1). If a 0.025 mm (0.001 in.) feeler gauge can be inserted between cover and straight edge, cover should be replaced.

Fig 1: Checking Oil Pump Cover Flatness
Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
Measure thickness and diameter of outer rotor. If outer rotor thickness measures 9.474 mm (0.373 in.) or less (Fig 2), or if the diameter is 89.174 mm (3.5108 in.) or less, replace outer rotor.
If inner rotor measures 9.474 mm (0.373 in.) or less replace inner rotor (Fig 3).

Fig 2: Measuring Outer Rotor Thickness
Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

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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.