misfiring

Asked by oshikoto Jun 24, 2015 at 09:38 AM about the 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

when start some times it run smooth other times think only on 3 0r 2 celindres  ref it some times its right other times its like 3 celindres only at the stop and run again than back fires some times and no power at all and drive like no power and suddenly enough power than nothing again  some times no problem for the whole drive

2 Answers

103,645

Here's some things it could be: Bad plug wires, bad coils, plugged fuel filter, bad cam sensor, or crank sensor. If you have a check engine light on, get the error codes read. That will save you from needlessly changing parts.

2 people found this helpful.

Your Answer:

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    Kelly Little Ashford
    Reputation
    4,510
  • #2
    Gypsy Rose
    Reputation
    3,370
  • #3
    docwade931
    Reputation
    2,910
View All

Find great deals from top-rated dealers

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used Volkswagen Beetle
15 Great Deals out of 140 listings starting at $4,490
Used Chevrolet Silverado 1500
171 Great Deals out of 5,940 listings starting at $3,995
Used Ford Mustang
49 Great Deals out of 1,268 listings starting at $4,995
Used Chevrolet Camaro
32 Great Deals out of 345 listings starting at $10,500
Used Jeep Grand Cherokee
113 Great Deals out of 3,318 listings starting at $4,995
Used Ford Escape
121 Great Deals out of 4,529 listings starting at $2,995
Used Ford Focus
22 Great Deals out of 496 listings starting at $995
Used Toyota Tacoma
54 Great Deals out of 1,033 listings starting at $8,708

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.