2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser engine overheating

73,500 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
Avatar
CRABBYDADDY
  • MEMBER
  • 1 POST
when i turn on my a/c the engine overheats.have replaced radiator hoses, thermostat, coolant. i live in phoenix,az so i need my air. HELP PLEASE
Jul 16, 2010 at 1:14 PM
Advertisement
Avatar
MHPAUTOS
  • ✓Experienced Mechanic
  • 31,937 POSTS
Hi there,

Thank you for the donation,

Ensure that the condenser fan is working with the A/C on, i would get the radiator flow tested by a radiator repairer as it may have some blocked core tubes, check for road rubbish between the radiator and the condenser restricting air flow, start here.

mark (mhpautos)
Jul 16, 2010 at 7:59 PM
Add a reply
Join 2CarPros for free, one of the most advanced car repair communities on the internet. From first-time drivers to seasoned mechanics, everyone is welcome to reply, share details, and get better answers. You can add a temporary image or video first; uploads are limited to 20 MB.

Frequently Asked Problems for This Vehicle