How to Replace Fog Lights 01-05 Chrysler PT Cruiser
Difficulty: Intermediate · About 60 min · Chrysler Pt Cruiser
Replace a fog light assembly on a 2001–2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser by accessing the lamp through the inner fender, disconnecting its wiring, and restoring the wheel and liner securely.
Tools you will need
- Floor jack
- Jack stands
- 19mm socket and breaker bar
- 7mm socket
- 10mm socket and ratchet
- Flat blade screwdriver
- Torque wrench
Parts and supplies
- Fog light assembly
Steps
- Raise and support the vehicle
Loosen the wheel nuts slightly while the vehicle is on the ground. Lift it at the approved point and support it on jack stands before removing the wheel; never work beneath a jack alone.
- Open the inner fender access
Remove the splash-shield clip and the three 7mm inner-fender fasteners. Pull the liner aside carefully to reach the fog light and its wiring.
- Remove the original fog lamp
Disconnect the fog light harness and remove its two mounting nuts. Move the horn aside by removing its fastener, then guide the lamp out through the opening.
- Install the replacement lamp
Place the new fog lamp in its mount and start both retaining nuts by hand. Refit the horn and its fastener, reconnect the lamp wiring, and verify the connector lock is engaged.
- Reassemble and secure the wheel
Refit the inner fender and splash-shield clip. Mount the wheel, start its nuts by hand, lower the vehicle, then torque the wheel fasteners to the vehicle's specification in a crossing pattern.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.