When you change the timing belt inspect the tenstioner. If it is not in perfect condition replace it.
In order to change the timing belt in your PT Cruiser you will need the new tensioner and timing belt covers. Your dealership should have the parts you need
Ask for a Timing Belt Kit. This timing belt kit includes; 1 Timing Belt 1 Tensioner Pulley
there are two tensioners, the serpentine tensioner and the timing belt tensioner. the timing belt tensioner is behind the timing belt cover ;)
Not unless they are damaged or faulty.
If the timing belt drives the water pump you should also replaced it at the same time. Also inspect the tensioner and replace as necessary.
The water pump should be driven by the timing belt, yes. If you change the water pump, you might wanna change the timing belt and tensioner while you're in there.
60 ,000 MILES , YOU MUST ALSO CHANGE THE TIMING BELT TENSIONER EVERY TIME
1.4 Eight valve engine. The water pump is the timing belt tensioner on this model. you need to slacken the pump and rotate it to tension the belt.
I'm not familiar with this model. But if the water pump is driven by the timing belt that is always worth changing at the same time also it is advisable to change the belt tensioner and any belt idlers at the same time Inspect the serpentine belt change if getting worn.
if its 2002 /2003 with timing chain get the updated tensioner and new chain fitted before it jumps as these do at 50,000!
When changing the timing belt, you must also change the water pump and belt tensioner. While the belt is off, you want to check the front crankshaft seal for any leakage. if no leakage is found you don't need to replace it. You should also replace the accessory drive belts, as they will already be off to replace the timing belt.
You don't. The timing belt should have a spring loaded tensioner which pulls on the belt to adjust tension.