2001 PT Cruiser No Spark

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THATSUITSU

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i have a 2001 pt with a 2.4 lt engine it will not start no spark unless i unplug cam sensor than it will run (poorly) as soon as i plug it in it shuts off help.

Feb 12, 2006 at 4:16 AM

PEPPERMRJ

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I would think that the sensor needs replaced. Do you have any codes/lights set?

Feb 12, 2006 at 4:57 AM

THATSUITSU

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no codes and if i plug in cam senser it will spark only two cyls 1 and 4 tryed new coil pack same thing

Feb 12, 2006 at 3:13 PM

STRAILER

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Hey THATSUITSU

I would replace the camshaft angle sensor here is a guide to help you get the problem fixed. I would also replace the crankshaft angle sensor becasue they work together.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/camshaft-angle-sensor-replacement

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/crankshaft-angle-sensor-replacement

Please let me know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

Best, Ken

Jan 3, 2017 at 2:21 AM

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Replace the camshaft angle sensor and also replace the crankshaft angle sensor, since the two sensors work together. A new coil pack did not resolve the no-spark condition.

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A 2001 PT Cruiser with a 2.4L engine will not start because it has no spark. Unplugging the cam sensor lets it run poorly, but reconnecting the sensor shuts it off; with the sensor connected, only cylinders 1 and 4 spark. There are no codes, and a new coil pack did not help. Experts recommend replacing the camshaft angle sensor and the crankshaft angle sensor because they work together.

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