The "ticking" sound that is most common among Saturn's is caused by a slightly expanded gap in the valve spacing. It could, of course, be something else, but that seems most common.
If that's what's going on, it probably isn't worth much effort to repair. Valve clatter isn't typically a problem unless it gets severe.
exact fit fir the sohc engine is 93 or 94 only
My son's 1999 Salvaged/total Saturn SL1 was rebuilt using many engine and body parts from 1995-1999 Saturn SL1 and SL2 cars, I believe it will work fine. I do not recommend before 1995 or 2000 or later models. I do not recommend SL2 either. I am not the expert but most of my son's engine is not 1999 SL1. Good luck!
Yes, the SL1 is a multi-port fuel injected engine with a single overhead cam.
Yes it will.
The starter on a 2001 Saturn SL1 is located on the driver's side of the engine. It is just to the left and in front of the alternator/generator.
1.9L SOHC in the SL1, The SL2 has a 1.9L DOHC. I Get 38mpg from mine.
autozone will do it for you for free.
The main difference between a 1998 Saturn SL1 and SL2 lies in their engine configuration. The SL1 typically comes with a single overhead cam (SOHC) engine, while the SL2 is equipped with a dual overhead cam (DOHC) engine. This results in differences in power output and performance between the two models.
on the firewall side of the engine below the intake.
Thermostat bad or missing or engine not running.
Anything will fit with enough modification
yes