2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Blinker Switch

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GRIFFSC
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I have a 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser convertible.(25,000 miles) . I have had to have the blinker switch replaced three times. Recently the headlights went out. The technician said that when the bright lights were put on it blew out the headlights. What do you think could be causing the blinker lights to keep going out? :( About three months ago I had a trailer hitch put on and wired. I took it back to the U-Haul people to have them check their wiring. They claim their wiring is fine and is not causing the problem. The Chrysler dealer keeps replacing the blown part but not fixing the underlying problem. If you have any ideas what might be causing this problem please let me know. Thank-you. S. Griffin
May 16, 2006 at 3:48 PM
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VANDRAGON
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if the car is till under warrenty take to the dealership.
now i just read you had after market part put on by u-haul. take it to the dealership and have them repair it and take your bill to u-haul and make them pay.
May 17, 2006 at 3:48 AM

Suggested Repair

Have the dealer diagnose and repair the turn-signal and headlight circuit, with attention to the aftermarket trailer hitch wiring. If that wiring is at fault, seek reimbursement from the installer.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser has had the turn-signal switch replaced three times and later lost the headlights, which a technician linked to using the high beams. A recently installed trailer hitch was checked by the installer, who said the wiring was fine, while the dealer replaces failed parts without finding the cause. The expert advises having the dealer repair it and billing the hitch installer if the aftermarket wiring is responsible.

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