2001 chrysler pt cruiser touring

150,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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COTY
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i had a radiator leak for about two months but never took care of it but keep water in it well on day i was driving and the temp got to about 210 ,it has been hotter than that before but this time the car shut completly off, i was going about 40 mph when it died. so i pulled over and tried to start it again but it wont start it just sounds like the starter is just spinning i still have power to all electrical.
Dec 31, 2010 at 12:09 PM
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MERLIN2021
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Check engine compression, you may have a broken timing belt.
Dec 31, 2010 at 12:13 PM
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COTY
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ok merlin2021 really appreciate it man i got a whole family that depends on that car. and people like you really deserve a thanks
Dec 31, 2010 at 12:16 PM
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MERLIN2021
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Let me know...Thanks.
Dec 31, 2010 at 12:46 PM
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