2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser service bulletins & manufacturer communications
74 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.
Technical service bulletin 74
- KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other pla…9004275 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 22, 2020
- KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other pla…9004275 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 22, 2020
- Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-1923-015-20 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 30, 2020
- Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and als…08-049-20 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 22, 2020
- Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.3100519 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 20, 2019
- Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage part…3100319 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 20, 2019
- Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.3100619 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 20, 2019
- Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.31-005-19 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 20, 2019
- Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage part…31-003-19 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 20, 2019
- Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.31-006-19 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 20, 2019
- Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements (X70 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available sof…18-112-16 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 23, 2016
- (X70) Reprogram Powertrain Control Module (PCM) - 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser (PT)D-16-26 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 23, 2016
- Wiper If Mopar OE wipers are unavailable, the below alternatives can be offered instead. 05066964A$ = WBRW0011A$ 05066973A$ = WB000019A$ or WBF00019A$ 05096134A$ = WB000027A$ or WB…9003623 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 16, 2016
- Return: Wiring Assy - Engine You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return stock packaged before 2016/07/31 (31 July, …23027 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 23, 2016
- 05182535AD - Lamp Assy ?Tail Light LT You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 05182…23104 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Aug 22, 2016
- Inspect and Return: Trim Cover Assy - A-Pillar Rt/Lt You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of pa…23137 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 22, 2016
- Warranty Operations Newsletter Updates from Warranty OperationsVolume 2, Issue · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 18, 2016
- CBXDP361AA Return: Spacer Kit - Visor You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return stock of part number CBXDP361AA. R…20244 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 18, 2016
- 1NT30XDVAC - Inspect and Return: Panel - Instrument Panel You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock …22958 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 17, 2016
- Inspect and Return: Solenoid Module - Transmission You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of foll…22867 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 17, 2016
- Return: Lamp Assy - CHMSL& Cargo Light You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return all stock of follow ing part numb…22892 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 17, 2016
- P/N CBSZR068AA: Inspect & Return: Module Kit - Occupant Restraint You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return part n…20616 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 12, 2016
- Warranty Operations Newsletter Updates from Warranty OperationsVolume 2, Issue · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 2, 2016
- Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.R2118796A · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 26, 2016
- Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.R2118796A · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 26, 2016
- Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be…9003215 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 12, 2015
- Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be…9003215 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 12, 2015
- Part Description: 5.7L Long Block Issue Description: This 5.7L Long Block Assembly is compatible with both EGR and Non-EGR applications. An EGR Block-Off Plate (53032739AA) must be…9003215 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 12, 2015
- 82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Je…9002519 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Mar 20, 2013
- 82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Je…9002519 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 20, 2013
- MIL Illumination - DTC P1776 Solenoid Switch Valve Latched in LR Position21-001-13 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 31, 2013
- Passenger air bag deactivation. *kb0800107 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Feb 7, 2007
- Powertrain control module initialization. *kb0803006 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 25, 2006
- Revised power steering system bleeding procedures. *sc1900805 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Nov 2, 2005
- Flash: rough idle or idle fluctuation with power steering operation. *sc1803605 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Oct 7, 2005
- Moisture accumulation inside a vented headlamp assembly condition. *tt0802801 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Aug 16, 2005
- Transit film removal. 2006 chrysler pt cruiser, and 2005-2006 ram truck *sc2304304 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 9, 2005
- Powertrain control module initialization. *sc0801505 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 2, 2005
- Transmission gear rattle sound at idle. *tt0600105 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 19, 2005
- Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination -diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p1776 solenoid switch valve latched in lr position. *mj this bulletin replaces 21-008-04 dated june 1, …2100804 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 16, 2004
- Front hub/half shaft click/pop sound. *tt0300604 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 15, 2004
- Steering column click sound. *tt1900304 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Aug 27, 2004
- Delayed or temporary loss of transmission engagement after initial start up on various models including the 2004 pacifica, sebring convertible, sebring sedan, intrepid and 2003 sx2…2100503 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 11, 2004
- Flash: engine sag or rough idle or veichle surge at engine speeds around 3000 rpm. *mj1802004 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 4, 2004
- Steering column click sound. *mj1900402 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Apr 6, 2004
- Lower steering column click sound. *tt1900702 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Apr 6, 2004
- Accessory drive belt squeaking/chirping sound. *tt0700104 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 16, 2004
- Whistling sound when the steering wheel is turned. *tt1900104 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Mar 16, 2004
- New spark plug for 2.4l engine. *mj0803403 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 2, 2004
- Irregular engine snapping sound. *tt0900704 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 2, 2004
- Powertrain control module (pcm) electrical connector seal customer satisfaction notification no. C30. *tt30 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 2003
- ENGINE OVERHEAT. *TT0700103 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 26, 2003
- Engine no start (engine will start immediately after cycling the ignition key), malfunction indicator lamp illumination with false diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) p0016, p0116, p033…1802603A · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 12, 2003
- Reprogramming of the engine controller (ngc) in order to avoid and/or correct engine overheating. *tt080503 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 1, 2003
- Service action 03014 - powertrain control module (pcm) electrical connector seal inspection/repair procedure. *tt03014 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 29, 2003
- Slight engine mis-fire above 5200 rpm. *tt1802903 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 8, 2003
- Delayed or temporary loss of transmission engagement after initial start up on various models including the 2004 pacifica, sebring convertible, sebring sedan, intrepid and 2003 sx2…2100503A · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 1, 2003
- Engine overheating. Turbo model. *tt070303 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 1, 2003
- Transmission harsh 4-3 downshift. *tt2100603A · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 1, 2003
- Engine no start (engine will start immediately after cycling the ignition key), malfunction indicator lamp illumination with false diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) p0016, p0335, p033…1802603 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 27, 2003
- Transmission harsh 4-3 downshift on various models including the 2004 pacifica, sebring, intrepid and 2003 sx2.0. *tt2100603 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jun 20, 2003
- Malfunction indicator lamp illumination (mil), erroneous diagnostic trouble codes (dtc). *tt1801803 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 25, 2003
- Seat belt cinch bar service for various models including 2004 models. *tt0801003 · Technical service bulletin · Seat Belts · issued Apr 25, 2003
- Interior/exterior lamps flicker. *tt1801603 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 18, 2003
- Erroneous diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0137 and p0339/cold start engine performance, turbo equipped. *tt1801203 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 14, 2003
- Computer driver chip that could fail. Replace powertrain control module. *tt08 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 2003
- Malfunction indicator lamp illumination / transmission limp-in condition. *tt02025 · Technical service bulletin · Interior Lighting · issued Dec 16, 2002
- Rear stabilizer bar technical information. *tt0200402 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Oct 28, 2002
- Delayed transaxle engagement after initial start up. *tt02020 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 23, 2002
- There may be washer fluid leaking from the liftgate window washer nozzle. *tt0802102 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Oct 7, 2002
- Engine no start (engine will start immediately after cycling the ignition key), malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0016, p0335, p0339…1802902 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 7, 2002
- Engine hesitation, loss of boost, screeching sound from turbo, diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0234. *tt1100202 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 16, 2002
- Flash programming failure recovery. *slc1802002 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jun 24, 2002
- CHROME WHEEL CARE. *SLC2200102 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 11, 2002