2002 Saturn Sl - Page 6 - Answered Questions & Fixed issues

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Since your light is on, you need to take it to Autozone to have it scanned. There are many reasons that can cause a check engine light to come on, so it will need scanned. They will do it for free and they can tell you what is wrong with your car. Other part stores offer similar services.

just enlarge this diagram and you can follow the wires whre thry go

It's when the security light starts flashing that the infamous "chip" in the key becomes a nightmare to many. Gradually the car begins not cranking anymore or if it cranks it would start and die in a second. Randomly it will do this more and more often until it won't start anymore. VATS, PASSkey and Passlock immobilizer systems are killing cars all over North America, they have a short lifespan and are certainly more effective against owners than thieves. Here is how you save your car
1st trick, Try a spare key that is newer or used less. The pins wear down and so do the keys causing security fail. 2nd trick, (if not starting) turn the key forward 2 clicks till right before it would normally start, leave like that for 10 minutes. ( no less ) After 10 minutes, turn key back then forward and your car might start. I did this in my regal for more than a year. If its shutting down while running, im sorry i have no quick fix... If anything on this page helps you, please remember to comment or give me a thumbs up on the myfixya sight so i can have a better rating to help more people on this. Thanks

Cheap fix: Bypass the chip in your key. Temporary, but effective. Until the TDM (theft deterrent module) in the dash poops out, then you're kinda screwed. I was told that these types of key security systems have a 7-10 year life span. Sucks for us. This link explains the "Key Issue" pretty well.
----- http://vats.likeabigdog.com/


Never worry again fix: Bypass the whole VATS/Passlock/passkey I or passkey II system entirely. Literally take it out, and throw it away. I just did this in my Regal. Took about an hour. Took longer to find the thing than it did to fix the problem. They sell a unit for 200 bucks to totally bypass this system FOREVER. life time-money back and all that. Finally did this in my car. Well worth the 200 if you've looked into getting this replaced... Anywhere from 600-1000 bucks. If you do buy this, please purchase it thru this link. The cost is the same, but i get credit for the sale and im trying to earn my money back, as you will be able to do if you buy fron NewRockies and join the free affiliate program. Thanks
----- http://newrockies.ca?ap_id=judd0081 ----- With this fix, you can take that whole Vats, passlock, passkey system out of your car all together. Good info on both sites.

It works for:
Any GM or Isuzu Vehicle with VATS or PASSKey or PASSLock security systems.
If your car has the chip in the key or in the lock cylinder, then you can save it with this Full Bypass.
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both of those are dobutful but could easily be tested with a scanner. I had similar issues on a 98 that were due to a bad coolant temp sensor and wiring. does the car happen to appear cold via the gauge when it should be warmed up? the crank sensor, ignition module, fuel pump, and fuel filter are also other potential causes along with other things

Your owners manual will tell you that the anti-theft can be turned off, but doesn't tell you how (dealer only?). If it is turning over but wont start, (trying to hit and outside temp is below 32) check the coolant temp sensor. Saturns notorious for cracked sensor sending false info to computer thus flooding engine.

there will be a numbert 1 on top of cap on old and new take 1 plug wire off at a tyime and put them on new one same location take off old undo 2 clips on both side of cap set on clip cap back down finished

The best place to check for this object is to take your car to a garage. If they are not able to find one for you, make them to help you build a substitute for it.
This should work perfectly okay.

If the car is not running hot or overheating the problem lies in the heating system. If it's overheating also more then likely a bad thermostat
It could be a number of things including the actuator isn't opening the door to allow the heat to enter the car, a pluugged heater hose, check all the fuses

check coolant level. if its fine was the air bled from the system? if yes then the coolant level sensor has went bad its located on the radiator

You have one of these two things going on....Either the clutch master cylinder is internally bypassing or the clutch itself has gone bad. If you can pump the clutch and sometimes be able to shift, the master is bad. If the clutch pedal feels normal, then I'd suspect the actual clutch disc is worn out.
Your clutch has little to do with shifting with the engine off as nothing is turning and engaging the gears is not a problem. Have an experienced tech take a look at it if in doubt ...should take all of five minutes to determine what's wrong.

go to the dealer they have replacement keys they program to your vehicle

The fuel pump is in the top of the fuel tank. The part if bought at an auto parts store is a little over $300. I had mine replaced about a year ago. The fuel tank needs to be lowered or dropped for replacing the fuel pump. I had fuel leaking because of a crack in the fuel pump assembly. I did not think I had the tools or the time to safely replace this, so I took it to what used to be a Saturn dealer (they still had Saturn mechanics). They took 4 hours to replace it and charged me $1000.

This is impossible to tell without seeing the vehicle, but check to be sure your sepentine belt is still intact and turning the alternater and the water pump. I've seen these go out b4, and these symptoms seem consistent with the belt not driving it's components, overheating (the water pump not being turned) and lack of electrical poiwer( the alternater not being turned). Good luck and contact me if you are still having problems. We will try our best to help you solve this!

The actuator is causing the fluttering. When they are starting to go out, the locks will flutter. It seems to have more problems in the cold, because the lubrication in the actuator gets thick when it is cold.

Hello: First things first. If your car has a v/6 engine (3.0 liter) then yes code P0341 applies. The code relates to the camshaft position performance. The sensor is easy to replace, it is on the drivers side at the front of the engine (front of the valve cover) the sensor has one electrical connector and one bolt holds it on. If you have the v/6 engine then after replacing the sensor you will have to have a scan tool to clear the code.

Please be more specific.

you have to link it to a OBD 1st to see where it points to.

Check the coolant level

yes