My 2002 PT Cruiser starts cold and runs until it gets to normal operating temp. It then shuts off with no errors and will not restart until it cools off? I am lost

Asked by Larry Jun 09, 2018 at 03:10 PM about the 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser Wagon FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

My 2002 PT Cruiser starts cold and runs until it gets to normal operating temp.
It then shuts off with no errors and will not restart until it cools off? I am lost

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GuruTBFY3 answered 6 years ago

Cranking position sensor near the oil filter

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michael answered 5 years ago

I talked to previous owner when it heats up and shuts down its most likely a water pump sensor so i was told it shuts down to prevent damage to engine

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