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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHRYSLER2004PT CRUISER TOURING, 2.4 B, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 101 (2.7L)OIL PUMPINSTALLATION
2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring, 2.4 B, Automatic
Oil Pump: Installation
2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring, 2.4 B, AutomaticSECTION Installation
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CAUTION:
Crankshaft position must be at 60Β° ATDC of No. 1 cylinder before installing oil pump (Figure). This position will properly locate oil pump. If not properly located, severe damage to oil pump can occur.
- Prime oil pump before installation by filling rotor cavity with engine oil.
- If crankshaft has been rotated, it must be repositioned to 60Β° ATDC of No. 1 cylinder prior to oil pump installation (Figure).
- Install oil pump carefully over crankshaft and into position.
- Install oil pump attaching bolts. Tighten bolts to 28 N.m (250 in. lbs.) (Figure).
- Install oil pick-up tube with new O-ring. Lubricate O-ring before installation. Tighten attaching bolts to 28 N.m (250 in. lbs.) (Figure).
- Install oil pan. (Refer to INSTALLATIONΒ ).
- Install timing chain and sprockets. (Refer to INSTALLATIONΒ ).
- Install timing chain cover. (Refer to INSTALLATIONΒ ).
- Install crankshaft vibration damper. (Refer to INSTALLATIONΒ ).
- Fill crankcase with engine oil to correct level.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.