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Saturn S-Series Electrical/Lighting

60 messages,  Last post on Nov 29, 2012 at 2:31 PM

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#43 of 60 Re: 1997 Saturn SC Power Windows [mcavicchio] by boregard9

May 28, 2009 (2:04 pm)

Replying to: mcavicchio (Aug 03, 2007 4:27 am)
it seems that it is possibly the window motors. I have experienced window motor failures on different cars. One way to find out is to have a helper and one person sit in the car and actuate the window. If it fails to operate, bang on the door with the heel of your hand. If the motor has bad contacts or brushes as most electric motors do, it will start to operate. This will not work on a window motor that has completely failed. Depending on the particular model Saturn, go to ebay motors and search of the switch. I am about to replace a switch in my SL 4 door and they run from $15 up. Also the middle console is quite simple to remove. Generally you will need to remove the panel from the front kick plate by gently prying it off. Now, remove the screws. At the back of the console in the top center you will find two screws. after you remove the two screws, lift up on the real of the console and slide it back about an inch or so. Go to the front and disconnect the wiring for the cigarette lighter and the lamp. It should lift off. This procedure may vary somewhat depending upon the model of your car.
 
Stan Cobb
Savannah, GA

#44 of 60 Re: lights will not gooff [cordoo49684] by cookieman1

Sep 26, 2009 (7:17 am)

Replying to: cordoo49684 (Aug 18, 2008 9:40 am)
I had the same problem. It was the turn signal switch. I ordered one online for $40.00 total cost. It's very easy to install yourself. Disconnect the battery. Wait 3 or 4 minutes. I was told this will disable the airbags.
Simply pull the top section of the plastic steering column apart. This allows you to see the turn signal switch. Unplug the existing switch and compress the top and bottom tabs on the switch, then slide the switch out. Push the new switch in and plug it in. Snap the plastic steering column back together. Hook battery back up and your done!

#45 of 60 2002 Saturn L200 - Water getting in car somehow! by cookieman1

Sep 26, 2009 (7:24 am)

Has no sunroof. Water gets in car during heavy rains when car is parked. Recently had windshield replaced but I think it was leaking before that. Any ideas appreciated.

#46 of 60 Help with a 99 saturn rear defog by misterbaatard

Nov 12, 2009 (9:24 am)

Hi. The rear defog on my '99 Saturn sc won't work. The dash light for the switch works, but it won't actually switch on. I've replaced the interior fuse and the switch itself but still no results. Any ideas? Thanks!

#47 of 60 Re: Saturn SL2 Dash and rear lighs blowing fuses [macgloinn] by hothand

Dec 17, 2009 (7:01 am)

Replying to: macgloinn (Dec 21, 2007 8:00 pm)
Just wondering if you ever found your problem. I am having the same problem with a 1998 SL1 and after a month looking for the problem wired the rear lights on a separate switch. Another problem just cropped up, the HVAC air circulation fan quit working. fan, switch checks out OK. was trying to get to the resistor but don't know how to get to it, took the dashboard off but duct would not budge. This might also need a work around but would really like to the repair.
thanks,
Stan.

#48 of 60 Re: 1999 SL1 Electrical Short? MAYBE [morgan7987] by 1998lincoln

Jan 17, 2010 (7:37 pm)

Replying to: morgan7987 (Feb 17, 2007 9:15 pm)
Make sure you have a good engine to fire wall ground, if you have to, install a ground wire(14 guage)from the engine to fire wall ! Sometimes it will lose ground,and you will experence the same problem you are having!

#49 of 60 Re: 1996 Saturn SL2: Horn stuck on [gnutbuster] by danieldkk

Mar 06, 2010 (11:17 am)

Replying to: gnutbuster (Apr 20, 2009 10:52 am)
My 2002 Saturn SC1 122K mi just developed the horn on condition suddenly. Were you able to solve your problem?
Also when I bought the car 3 years ago, the dash lamp for the temperature gauge side has been out.
Any help would be appreciated.

#50 of 60 Re: 1999 SL2 Electrical Short(?) [nshore] by tflan

Jun 01, 2010 (8:57 am)

Replying to: nshore (Jul 17, 2008 4:41 am)
Hey nshore. Did you find the problem to the issue you posted about the instrument panel being basically dead? I have a 2001 saturn sl1 and have the exact same issue. In fact, I drove it for approximately 20 more miles when I noticed the dash issue and then it died. It will turn over but just won't start. I'm stummped as to what it could be. Would be really interesed if you solved your issue and if you could give me a little direction.
 
Thanks,
Tlflan

#51 of 60 Re: 1999 SL2 Electrical Short(?) [nshore] by dkbrandy

Jun 08, 2010 (12:07 pm)

Replying to: nshore (Jul 17, 2008 4:41 am)
How did this electric issue get resolved? My in-laws have a 2002 Saturn with electrical issues no fuel gauge, speedometer, gauges, etc. car dies, but when restarted seems ok for a while. Its been in their local auto repair shop running up the bill with no resolution. Can anyone advise?

#52 of 60 Re: 1999 SL1 Electrical Short? MAYBE [dmnted] by dkbrandy

Jun 08, 2010 (9:53 pm)

Replying to: dmnted (Feb 21, 2007 12:30 pm)
Did this issue ever get resolved. Similiar issues with dash gauges, car engine dies after full stop, etc. Do you recall what the problem was? Please share if possible.
thanks much!

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