2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser Time belt

15,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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APALOMO01
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If i'm doing a head job on my pt, should I replace anything while at it?
Jul 16, 2010 at 12:53 PM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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Hello and thanks for donating


You may choose to replace the timing belt, head bolts and all of the upper gaskets (intake, exhaust etc...). Also have the cylinder head tested for warpage or cracks. Aside from this, nothing else is necessarily needed while the head is off.
Jul 16, 2010 at 4:37 PM
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APALOMO01
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Thanks, could the fact that coolant has leaked into the engine (found out when I took off spark plug, and found coolant) possibly have damaged anything else? What should I check?
Jul 16, 2010 at 5:50 PM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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no, just be certain to drain the engine oil and replace it because coolant and oil do not mix well.
Jul 18, 2010 at 4:02 AM
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