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Saturn S-Series Starting Problems

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Intermittent Start Problem by krisbj22
May 24, 2008 (1:35 pm)
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I have a 2001 Saturn SL sedan. Frequently, I'll take a short drive to the store, the bank, etc. park, turn the car off, come back 15 minutes later, turn the key and nothing happens. The battery is fine, the radio runs, all lights turn on, door locks function, but the car will not turn over. Absolutely nothing happens.
 
I have noticed that it seems to be related to the temperature. It only seems to happen on warm days. I've taken it in to be looked at by both the dealer and a private mechanic. They all seem to think it's the starter, but I don't agree. The car starts just fine most of the time.
 
Anyone else have this experience or have any insight?
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Re: Intermittent Start Problem [krisbj22] by racermouse
Jun 03, 2008 (7:37 pm)
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Replying to: krisbj22 (May 24, 2008 1:35 pm)

hey krisbj22, while researching my problem, (and I did alot of research!!) I found that Saturns typically run hot. This of course causes many engine parts and accessories to prematurely fail. It is well known in the Saturn repair circle that starter windings develop dead spots and solenoids burn out frequently. If you are of the mechanically inclined, remove your starter and solenoid and take it to your local Autozone where they will bench test it for free.
Good luck!!
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No start problem by masters142
Jun 09, 2008 (6:08 pm)
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Starting and stalling problems and wierd idle by paul03
Jun 13, 2008 (2:05 pm)
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Help me please! My girlfriend bought a 95 sl1 and It ran fine for a while exept for a wierd idle when she stops. I checked the vaccume lines and there all fine. Just recently she was having trouble tring to start it. She has to push the gas pedal to the floor to get the car to start. When she goes into reverse or forward the car stalls and frequently stalls while she drives it. I told her to turn the key to the run position and wait 10 seconds then start it ,and that only works sometimes.By the way the car does not have a check engine light on if that helps any. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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Re: Starting and stalling problems and wierd idle [paul03] by saturn56
Jun 13, 2008 (2:20 pm)
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Replying to: paul03 (Jun 13, 2008 2:05 pm)

FOR SOME STRANGE REASON MY 95 SATURN HAS BEEN DOING THE SAME THING......WHY...I DONT KNOW....MY PROMBLEM NOW...IS THAT OUT OF NOWHERE THE ENGINE JUST DECIDES TO IDLE MUCH FASTER....MY MECHCANIC SAIDS I HAVE TO SPEND 200.00 TO REPLACE THE COMPUTER CHIP!.....CAN ANYBODY HELP?
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Starting and stalling problems by paul03
Jun 13, 2008 (3:41 pm)
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Replying to: saturn56 (Jun 13, 2008 2:20 pm)

I tried doing the hvac relay swap and that did not help. I can hear the fue pump start up too. I cleaned the throttle body and the sensor with the spring the were really gumed up but that did not help. Mabey fuel filter? or bad Injectors?
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Re: Starting and stalling problems and wierd idle [saturn56] by 442dude
Jun 18, 2008 (6:04 am)
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Replying to: saturn56 (Jun 13, 2008 2:20 pm)

Its a common problem on the S-series...check the ECTS (engine coolant temperature sensor) - Located on the right side of the engine as you look at it from the front, on the block just below the head...easy fix, should cost you about $ 25.00 and take about 15 minutes...They redesigned them after 1995 because of the frequent failures. Make sure the new one you buy has a brass, not plastic tip. Also check the connector, if its corroded you may need to replace it as well.
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Re: Starting and stalling problems and wierd idle [442dude] by dan138
Jun 19, 2008 (7:58 pm)
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Replying to: 442dude (Jun 18, 2008 6:04 am)

could this be the same solution for my problem? my 2002 SC2 will start but after a few seconds the idling will be 0. After starting again for a few times and put a little bit of gas...it will be ok...I really need help here.
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Re: Starting and stalling problems and wierd idle [dan138] by 442dude
Jul 02, 2008 (3:53 pm)
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Replying to: dan138 (Jun 19, 2008 7:58 pm)

HI Dan...sorry I didn't see this sooner...hope you've resolved the problem by now...
 
The ECTS on these cars has been blamed for everything...is it your problem...I'm not sure.
 
Is your check engine light on? Or has it come on recently?
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Re: Starting and stalling problems and wierd idle [442dude] by paul03
Jul 07, 2008 (5:29 pm)
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Replying to: 442dude (Jul 02, 2008 3:53 pm)

I replaced the ects today when I did an oil change it did not solve the problem you still have to press the gas to the floor and it has an erratic idle. Any ideas ?

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