The service and repair manual for the 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser — the 2.4L I4 engine, 4 trims. Matched to this exact model year, so the specifications and sequences are the ones Chrysler published for your car, not figures carried over from a neighbouring year.
01 / FitmentWhat this manual covers
| Model year | 2002 |
|---|---|
| Engines | 2.4L I4 — 148 cu in, DOHC |
| Trims | Limited Wagon 4-Door · Touring Wagon 4-Door · Base Wagon 4-Door · Dream Wagon 4-Door |
| Federal record | 3 recalls · 658 complaints · 49 technical service bulletins (refreshed 2026-08-21) |
02 / InsideSample pages from the 2002 PT Cruiser manual
03 / ContentsSections in the manual
- Quick Lookups 463
- General Information 1,586
- Accessories & Equipment 603
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 383
- Body & Frame 314
- Maintenance 35
- Brakes 478
- Restraints 102
- Drivelines & Axles 20
- Steering 124
- Electrical 1,360
- Suspension 93
- Engine Mechanical 360
- Transmission 77
- Engine Performance 1,234
- Axle Nut/Hub Nut 180
04 / Known issuesRecalls on federal record for the 2002 PT Cruiser
- Electrical System — wiring › interior/under dash · 01V288000Driving the vehicle with an inoperative cluster could cause a distraction, increasing the risk of a.
- Exterior Lighting · 09E012000Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
- Steering — hydraulic power assist › hose, piping, and connections · 04V268000Power steering fluid leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in an underhood fire.
Owners have filed 658 complaints and Chrysler has issued 49 technical service bulletins for the 2002 PT Cruiser. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind these systems.
FAQQuestions about the 2002 PT Cruiser manual
Is this manual specific to the 2002 PT Cruiser?
Yes. It is the OEM manual matched to the 2002 model year, covering the 2.4L I4 across the Limited Wagon 4-Door, Touring Wagon 4-Door, Base Wagon 4-Door, Dream Wagon 4-Door trims. Specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Chrysler published for this year.
What 2002 PT Cruiser problems does it help with?
3 recalls are on federal record for the 2002 PT Cruiser, covering electrical system, exterior lighting, steering. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures for those systems; the recall repairs themselves are done free by Chrysler dealers.
Does it include 2002 PT Cruiser wiring diagrams?
Yes — the complete wiring diagrams for the 2002 build, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostics.
Is it a subscription?
No. $29.99 once and the manual is yours. It is a digital manual — nothing ships; access details arrive by email after checkout and it works on any device.
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