The replacement cost for a Chrysler Pt Cruiser timing belt varies between $600 to $950 on average depending on your year model, where you’re located and whether you get it done at a dealership or at a local mechanic. The time taken to replace the belt is usually around 4 to 5 hours. The suggested cost here includes replacement of the timing belt, water pump and tensioner + labor. If other parts are going to be replaced such as the power steering and AC compressor belts, seals and gaskets then the cost may be a little higher. The schedule for replacing the timing belt of a Pt Cruiser should generally be at an interval of 100,000 miles.
| Model Year | Timing Belt Part Cost | Other Parts Cost | Total Parts Cost | Total Replacement Cost(parts + Labor) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water Pump | Tensioner | Local Mechanic | Dealership | |||
| 2001 | $30 – $35 | $30 – $40 | $25 – $50 | $85 – $125 | $600 to $750 | $800 – $950 |
| 2002 | $30 – $35 | $30 – $40 | $25 -$50 | $85 – $125 | $600 to $750 | $800 – $950 |
| 2003 | $30 – $35 | $30 – $40 | $25 -$50 | $85 – $125 | $600 to $750 | $800 – $950 |
| 2004 | $30 – $35 | $30 – $40 | $25 -$50 | $85 – $125 | $600 to $750 | $800 – $950 |
| 2005 | $30 – $35 | $30 – $40 | $25 -$50 | $85 – $125 | $600 to $750 | $800 – $950 |
| 2006 | $30 – $35 | $30 – $40 | $25 -$50 | $85 – $125 | $600 to $750 | $800 – $950 |
| 2007 | $30 – $35 | $30 – $40 | $25 -$50 | $85 – $125 | $600 to $750 | $800 – $950 |
| 2008 | $30 – $35 | $30 – $40 | $25 -$50 | $85 – $125 | $600 to $750 | $800 – $950 |