How often should I change the spark plugs?
As a matter-o’-fact, these platinum tipped spark plugs are usually billed as lasting 100,000 miles- but this may not apply to your vehicle. Now the bad news is that the 100,000 mile replacement rule only applies if you’re driving with a brand new engine in your pickup or SUV.
How can I tell if my spark plug wires need to be changed?
Increasing Resistance: Perhaps the best way to tell if your spark plug wires need to be replaced is to test their resistance. You’ll need an ohmmeter for this, and you’ll need to know what the wires’ original resistance was.
What happens when spark plugs start to wear out?
Once they begin to wear, the electrical charge sent to the spark plugs can be unreliable, which creates problems with engine operation, including rough idling, stalls, and other issues. There’s no single rule that governs all vehicles.
Why does my car have a check engine light when I change the spark plug?
A failed spark plug is often accompanied by an illuminated check engine light. This is due to the ability of your vehicle’s computer to detect and track engine misfire events.
How often do you need to change spark plugs on PT Cruiser?
Spark plugs for Chrysler PT Cruiser from AutoZone deliver the spark to ignite the fuel and air mixture in the cylinders so that continuous ignition keeps your SUV moving. They’re essential to your engine’s clean running and longevity and require changing every 30,000 miles. Rely on AutoZone’s Same-Day Store Pickup when you order from us online.
Are there any recalls on the Chrysler PT Cruiser?
The 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser has been recalled 1 time by NHTSA. View Recalls Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers.
What makes a PT Cruiser feel like a jeep?
Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension. “This car feels like I’m driving a Jeep in Afghanistan.