2004 PT Cruiser quit running/wont start

Asked by Mkincaid79 Apr 13, 2019 at 06:49 PM about the 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring Wagon FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Hello, while in line at
Walgreens drive thru my car
just stopped running. It
wouldnt turn over or start
when I tried to restart it. I
ended up having it towed
home. The next day it
started but I didn't try to takr
it anywhere. Today I took ot
for a test run and it died
again, this time while driving.
It did a sort of weird
downshift then just stopped.
It again won't start or turn
over. Any insight woulf be
greatly appreciated.

1 Answer
130

Chad answered 5 years ago

I have an '06 Touring Conv. and I've had almost never ending electrical issues. When it died, did the RPMs stay at idle (1500+/-) or drop back to zero? It is probably the battery. Do some research because I found out that my trim doesn't have an alternator. It has a generator and it is killing the batteries that keep getting installed. Look for an AGM battery. They are markedly more expensive though.

Mark helpful

Your Answer:

Related Questions

  • 2004 PT Cruiser quit running/wont start 1 Answer

    Hello, while in line at Walgreens drive thru my car just stopped running. It wouldnt turn over or start when I tried to restart it. I ended up having it towed home. The next day it started but ...

    2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring Wagon FWD

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • 2004 pt cruiser 2 Answers

    I just replaced the computer on my 2004 pt cruiser and now it will not stay running.

    2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT Wagon FWD

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • Why won't my 2004 PT Cruiser start? 4 Answers

    I have a 2004 PT Cruiser. I can turn it on and it has full power but when I go to start it nothing happens. The gauges move but there is no click or turn over. I think it is the starter but my dad t...

    2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Wagon FWD

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • Pt Cruiser 2008 wont start 1 Answer

    When putting the key into ignition dash lights will come on. Then when attempting to turn over the engine you hear one click and all dash lights go off and will not turn back on or attempt to start ...

    2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser Wagon FWD

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • 2006 PT Cruiser wont start 2 Answers

    I got in my car this morning she started fine by time I got to the bottom of the hill it was dead and now it will crank over but won't start makes a funny noise

    2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring Wagon FWD

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

Shortcuts

Search Chrysler PT Cruiser Questions

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    Kelly Little Ashford
    Reputation
    4,520
  • #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
7 Great Deals out of 155 listings starting at $712
Used Ford Mustang
65 Great Deals out of 1,259 listings starting at $4,995
Used Chrysler 300
34 Great Deals out of 516 listings starting at $4,999
Used Honda Civic
180 Great Deals out of 3,705 listings starting at $1,995
Used Toyota Tundra
35 Great Deals out of 1,184 listings starting at $8,500
Used Chrysler Crossfire
3 Great Deals out of 19 listings starting at $8,997
Used Chrysler Sebring
37 listings starting at $4,500

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.