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Saturn S-Series

The first series of Saturn cars, the Saturn S-Series was part of a compact car family produced between 1991 and 2002. It was available in sports coupe, sedan level and sedan wagon variants, with either 4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual transmissions.

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What do you do when your engine has seized. It seized while running. The dip stick is dry. I poured 3 quarts of oil in and the car still wont start?

When an engine seizes because of a lack of oil, it is typically because the bearing material has overheated and melted due to friction, then the babbitt coating of the bearings cools and seizes to the crankshaft. At that point, the crankshaft cannot turn.

A seized engine will not run. Your only option is to remove the engine and either rebuild it or replace it.

Even if you COULD cause the bearings to release, the friction and heat will have caused enough other damage that other components will be misaligned.

The Saturn engines are well designed, but they will not operate without oil.

How can you tell if your water pump is bad in a 2000 Saturn sl2?

If it is leaking. Fluid will be coming from the right side. Remove wheel and plastic cover behind it. look up and forward to see pully. There is a hole in the bottom of the pump. If you see leaking or streak from leaking . replace the pump.

What does ccp mean?

If you're talking about the People's Republic of China, CCP means the Chinese communist party.

How do you remove a 1994 Saturn SC2 transmission?

the whole motor and transaxle must come out as one unit. here is how1.relieve fule pressure2.remove hood3.remove battery and tray4.remove air cleaner assembly5.remove crusise control actuator assembly6.put on jack stands and drain cooling system, engine oil, and remove drive belt7.label and disconect all fuel lines, electrical connections, vacuum lines, coolant lines, and ground strap.8.remove fan, shroud, and radiator9.disonect throttle linkage10.remove starter, and alternator11.unbolt and tie power steering pump out of the way12.unbolt but do not remove lines from a/c pump and put to the side13.unbolt exhaust pipe from manifold14.remove the transmission to engine reinforcement plate16.if an automatic tranaxle. detatch torque converter from lower bellhousing, remove the torque converter to drive plate fasteners and push converter back slightly into bellhousing17.use a hoist to lift out. do it slowly and make sure nothing is still atached. if so diconnect.18.once out of car separate from motor

What is a p0711 code on a 97 Saturn and where is it located?

One of the most confusing answers you may get, to understand, is they will say it is the engine coolant temp sensor. Which it is, and when you order online, if you try to search transmission fluid temp sensor, you will get wire connections, for a Saturn. I have a 1997 Saturn SL1.

What you order is an Engine coolant temp sensor. It can be used in two places, that I know so far. The side of the engine, to regulate when the engine fan comes on. And on the transmission oil pan, near the transmission filter. They are the same sensor part number, that can be used on those two spots.

How do you tighten the serpentine belt on a 1998 Saturn Sl2?

you don't. This car has an automatic belt tensioner. The spring inside this part is probably worn out. You have to replace the tensioner.

It is also possible that the belt that is now on the engine has stretched beyond the point that the tensioner can compensate for; the belt may feel tight, but not be tight enough. In that case, of course, replace the belt. The Haynes manual has good instructions on how to do that, and the belt is not particularly expensive.

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How do you tune up 1997 Saturn?

These days, a tune-up consists of checking and replacing the following parts as necessary: fuel filter, air filter, spark plugs, spark plug wires, PCV valve.

I could have left some things out.

How do you remove the front left fender on a 1995 Saturn SC2?

open the hood and look for bolts along the side your taking off, then look under and on the sides and find all bolts and just unscrew

What is the cost to replace intake manifold gasket on 2000 Saturn SCl?

The cost of replacing a part is a very general question that unless specified exactly is hard to answer. First, is who is replacing the part? Is the Dealer, an independent repair shop, a junkyard, the guy next door or you doing the replacement. These will all yield different prices. Not to mention that within all of these will be different labor rates and different part price mark ups. Second, what is the quality of the part? Is it a name brand, generic (white box, economy), OEM or used part? All of these will be different. Price will even differ between name brands, sometimes significantly. Thirdly, What is the warranty of the part and who is offering the warranty (the shop the parts house or the manufacturer). Limited Lifetime will have restrictions. Lifetime warranty isn�t always the best part either. Fourthly, Each vehicle can have different options that will affect how long it takes to change a part or make it call for a different part. Such as heavy duty cooling system, air conditioning, 4x4�s may have a steel plate that may need removal, Automatic or manual transmission, the list goes on. Fifthly, What additional parts will be required? Long life coolant or standard coolant, R12 or R134a air conditioning freon if it needs to be discharged or replaced? Additional adapters other fluids that may need to be added or changed? All of this will affect price. Sixthly, is the car a new car or an older car? Labor manuals or guides are set up based on a new car. Additional time may be required due to seized or rusted bolts, additional aftermarket accessories that were installed etc. So you can see where there is a great potential for variances. I offer this insight: If you take it to an independent garage like I always recommend, consider how long they have been in business. What is the quality of there work, are they honest? (see the FAQ how do you choose an auto repair shop for additional insights).

AnswerDidnt your mother never tell you to answer a question with a litany of other questions?

1. A gasket will run you anywhere from 40 - 70 bucks roughly. 2. Dealers charge about 80 per hour 3. General mechanics generally 60 or less per hour 4. My neighbor will generally do it for my copy of a nudie magazine and a 6 pack of bud. 5. It takes anywhere from 30 minutes to 3 hours depending on how ornery things get.

There you have it: It will cost from $40.00 - $210.00 (or more if you go to pep boys)

AnswerWell I took my 2001 SL2 to my local dealer and they told me it would be $435 to replace the intake manifold gasket! And then they told me they could have it done in less than 2 hours. Talk about a rip off!

How do you replace a brake light on a 2000 Saturn SL2?

Open the trunk. On the side of the lamp housing facing the trunk there are two 6pt screws. Remove these two screws and you will be able to grab hold of the lamp housing (the entire tail light assembly) and slide it out towards the rear of the car. Now you can access the bulbs from the rear of the lamp housing.

Just received letter for recall to replace entire tail light assembly. Check with dealer to see if your car is covered.

How do you replace the rear main engine seal on a 1999 Saturn SC2 dohc?

this is a huge job. you can go about it 2 ways, one way is to pull the motor out, the other way, is to drop the subframe and pull the transmission out. either way, its a huge job. this is something that would take a trained professional who knows every nut and bolt on the car, a good 8-10 hours to complete. if your willing to do the job yourself, the seal is located on the end of the crankshaft behind the flywheel/flexplate. you will need to remove the flywheel in order to get to the seal. the seal is mounted in a removeable plate.

How many miles per gallon does a Hummer get?

In the H2, expect around 10 mpg in the city, maybe mid-teens on the highway.

Where is the low side service port on the air conditioner on a 1996 Saturn?

The low side service port can be found on top of the air conditioner compressor. The low side service port will have a blue top.

Why would the service engine light come on in a 2001 Saturn SC2?

the service engine light can come on for a number of reasons. mainly something has failed, or fallen out of normal perameters. Most local parts stores, Autozone, Advance auto, Checker, offer free computer scans. 90% of the time the clerk can tell you exactly what you need, and how to fix the problem. the other 10% of the time its out of their hands, or beyond their knowledge. if the clerk does not give you a good enough answer, repost a question with the engine code or codes that the scanner picked up.

Where is blower motor in a 2000 Saturn sl2?

If your talking about your blower motor for your cabin air system, they are usually located on the passenger side near the bottom of dash up towards the front.

Where do you find the neutral safety switch?

the neutral safety switch is on the front of trans , unscrew the four screws that hold up the plastic cover, remove it then look at front of tran it will be right there.it will have the shifter cable attatached to it. loosen the bolt an make shure to put the van in neutral there will be a small hole at the top of the shifting nob put a small brill bit through the hole an through the safety switch this will aline the two an should start,

How do you adjust valves and or lifters on 1993 Saturn SL1?

You don't. Like many (perhaps most?) modern overhead-cam engines, the valves and lifters are "adjusted" hydraulically, by the engine oil. As long as there is always enough oil in the engine, you don't need to worry about valve adjustment.

If, by chance, you're asking because you are hearing what you think is valve noise, the first thing to do is check the oil. Saturn S-series cars are known to burn oil. A quart of consumption every 500 miles is not unusual. There are ways you can reduce the oil burning, but in the end, it has little to no effect on the car's performance (contrary to popular belief). Still, it's important to check your oil EVERY time you buy gas. Don't let it go more than about a quart low. That should keep the engine running quiet and smooth, and help it last a long time.

What is 4th gear ratio incorrect mean?

The message '4th gear ratio incorrect' can indicate that there is a problem with the solenoid for the torque converter. This is code 54 on a Mitsubishi Galant.

How toRemove rear bumper cover on 2001 Saturn sw2?

Easier than it sounds. Start with the 4 fasteners in the scuff pad on the top of the bumper.

Use a screwdriver or whatever to pry up the centre part of the fastener. It's just a pin, or call it a plug, that expands the bottom of the fastener to tighten it in the hole. When the pin is up about 3/8 of an inch the rest of the fastener should pry out easily. If not, pull the pin completly out.

Four more in the underside of the bumper, plus six in the wheelwells. When they are all out jiggle the bumper from both sides, then pull it straight back.

See, I told you it was easy.

Why does the water temperature and level light flash for 30 seconds and go off in your '98 Saturn SL2?

Check your coolant level. The coolant overflow reservoir/bottle is located on the passenger side of the engine compartment and is clearly labeled and topped with a pressure cap. Do not remove the cap when the engine is hot, or even warm, and never with the engine running. The system is pressurized and can burn or otherwise injure you. If the bottle is empty, have your cooling system pressure tested, leak checked, flushed, and filled, and you should have no more lights going off for that. If the bottle is full, your water pump may be failing or you may have serious engine problems like a blown head gasket, cracked head, or cracked block. Check your oil also, if it's milky or frothy, you are looking at major engine work. If it's clean, let's hope for something simple like a small hose leak.