Expert Answers about Chrysler PT Cruiser
- Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser With Manual Transmission and Other Steps Needed
- According to what I could find in the owners manual for your 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser, as long as it has the manual transmission it can be towed in a forward direction, at any legal highway speed, for any distance, if the transaxle is in NEUTRAL. I do not see any other specific requirements in the owners manual, but recommend checking it yourself to be sure there is nothing overlooked.
I have listed out the 5 main parts required to flat tow your 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser below in case you...
view full answer... - Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2004 PT Cruiser Behind Motorhome
- According to Blue Ox, the # BX1956 base plate kit you'd looked at is compatible with turbocharged models of the 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. For a tow bar, the Blue Ox Alpha 2, part # BX7380 would be an excellent choice. The tow bar is non binding, so it won't lock up when you're trying to unhook the vehicle from the tow bar. The Alpha 2 is also self centering, which means you won't have to have the vehicle perfectly lined up behind the motorhome in order to hook up. Safety cables are included.
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view full answer... - Parts Needed to Install a Trailer Brake Controller on a 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Turbo Convertible
- The first thing you are going to want to do is consult the vehicle owners manual to determine if the vehicle is rated for towing. I own a 2003 PT Cruiser Turbo and from what I found on the 2003 and 2005s is that they have a 1,000 pound towing capacity. Confirm this with the owners manual.
To install a brake controller you will need a few items starting with the controller itself which it sounds like you already have. Next you will need to add a 7-Way trailer connector. To do this you will...
view full answer... - Needed Equipment to Flat Tow a 2001 PT Cruiser Behind Motor Home
- In addition to the Roadmaster Tracker # RM-020 tow bar you referenced, you will need a base plate kit, safety cables, wiring and depending on the states you will be traveling in, a supplemental braking system.
The Roadmaster # 278-1, which fits all PT Cruiser models, is the base plate kit you would need. The base plates use removable draw bars that makes the base plate kit practically invisible when they are removed. Quick disconnects like part # RM-201 will also be needed.
The # RM-645...
view full answer... - How Can I Tow a 2007 Chrysler PT Cruise with Tow Ready Tow Bar Part # 63180
- To tow a vehicle, you will need more than just the tow bar.
You will also need a base plate kit. A base plate kit attaches to the vehicle frame and provides a place to the tow bar to attach. We carry one base plate kit for your PT Cruiser, RoadMaster part # 278-1.
To use the Tow Ready Adjustable tow bar, you will need an adapter as the Tow Ready tow bar will not attach directly to the RoadMaster base plates available for your car. The adapter is RoadMaster part # RM-025. You will also...
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