http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/ This is a Saturn automobile discussion forum. en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:28:01 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/classic_images/misc/rss.jpg http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/ http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147200&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:53:14 GMT A few days ago I encountered a problem with my blower motor not turning on. I tested the motor directly to the car battery... works. I checked all fuses... non blown. Checked the relay... works. Did some head scratching and decided to search saturnfans for similar problems. There was one post just... A few days ago I encountered a problem with my blower motor not turning on. I tested the motor directly to the car battery... works. I checked all fuses... non blown. Checked the relay... works. Did some head scratching and decided to search saturnfans for similar problems. There was one post just a couple months ago with the same problem and he diagnosed it as the pin on the fuse board came unseated.

So I tried figdeting with my wires and still, nothing! Now I decided to really get down and removed my fuse panel and completely disassembled it to find the #30 pin on the blower relay to loose contact with the pin on the fuse board because the area around it was melted and warpped as seen in the pictures below:







Since the plastic on the harness was fused to the metal on the pin, there was really no easy way to clean it up so i decided to bypass the pin and connected a wire directly from behind the harness to the relay pin. This is how I did it:

Spliced the end about about a 10" piece of 18-gauge wire and wedged the exposed end into the coupler. The couplers just pull right off the fuse board.


Then I drilled a 1/8" diameter hole in the side of the cover right next where the wire will be needed.


I then fished the wire through the hole and pulled it out as i was inserting the fused board into the cover. It will look like this.


Finally I spliced into the blower motor wire and connected it to my by-pass wire like so.


I put everything back together and I was done. Blower motor works like a champ now!

I hope this thread was educational and helps fellow forum members in the future. It seems like this is a more common problem than I thought. The by-pass, of course, with work with any pin that is damaged. Feel free to use the pictures as reference or to use in the gallery. Enjoy! ]]> S-Series Mods ajs_saturn http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147200 http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147199&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:50:52 GMT just destroyed the plastic license plate light cover screws. where can i get some from.... help!! just destroyed the plastic license plate light cover screws. where can i get some from.... help!! ]]> Vue Red Line drbob07redline http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147199 http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147198&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:49:39 GMT Engine going back together after head rebuild and rings. A couple of questions for clarification: 1- Rod cap torque for 2002 SOHC. Is that torque to 19 and then 75 degree additional turn correct, or 33 FP (I think that might be for earlier)? Is a dial guage necessary for 75 degree? 2- Priming oil... Engine going back together after head rebuild and rings. A couple of questions for clarification:
1- Rod cap torque for 2002 SOHC. Is that torque to 19 and then 75 degree additional turn correct, or 33 FP (I think that might be for earlier)? Is a dial guage necessary for 75 degree?
2- Priming oil pump. I see mention of using vaseline. How is this done, pack pressure side port to load oil into the pump? Any input on how this is done would be appreciated. I have always turned over the engine with no load until pressure is established.
3- Any tricks to timing upper and lower end when replacing the head?

Any other suggestions for the final mile are appreciated as well.

Steve ]]> S-Series Tech alfasteve http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147198 http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147197&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:19:58 GMT 97 SL. All the dash and console lights work except the two lights that illuminate the heater slider bars. Since all the other lights work I figured its not a breaker. Also, sometimes the radio and clock lights go off but a gentle tap and they are back on. But the heater slider bar lights are always... 97 SL. All the dash and console lights work except the two lights that illuminate the heater slider bars. Since all the other lights work I figured its not a breaker. Also, sometimes the radio and clock lights go off but a gentle tap and they are back on. But the heater slider bar lights are always off and no amount of tapping turns them on. So I figured that the two bulbs are burned out. I took the console apart and found the wire harness for these two bulbs but I could not get the bulbs out of the sockets. Is there a special trick to get them out of are they soldered in there and I've got to replace the whole wire harness and bulbs. I've attached a picture that shows the passenger side bulb in its wire harness.



Thanks
-Bob ]]> S-Series Tech BobbyBeans http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147197 http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147196&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:10:16 GMT I am wanting to do a retrofit for my saturn but I want headlight that have a clear lens instead of the the lens with the etching stuff on them. so do 1999 sc2 headlights have the clear lenses and will they fit on my 97 sc2? I am wanting to do a retrofit for my saturn but I want headlight that have a clear lens instead of the the lens with the etching stuff on them. so do 1999 sc2 headlights have the clear lenses and will they fit on my 97 sc2? ]]> S-Series General cpriv91 http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147196 http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147195&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:53:05 GMT I see a lot of threads here about the infamous S series motor mount. I'm considering changing mine out soon since the rubber in it is crumbling and it needs some R&R. I hear a lot of bad reviews about Anchor. I'm a budget kind of person and like to save money, but I don't want to buy a poor motor mount that's gonna mess my car up, as well as my wallet. What motor mount do you all recommend? Should I just go with OEM? (there are no saturn dealers here so I'd have to buy offline)
Any suggestions would be incredibly helpful. Thanks. ]]> S-Series General megsaturn http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147195 http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147194&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:12:55 GMT The problem started while i was driving, car completely died. Before it died my gas gauge, Coolant Temp, RPM, and speedometer were fluctuating. Tried restarting the car but it was completely dead. Got it home and the only way I could get it started was by jumping it. But as soon as I put any load... The problem started while i was driving, car completely died. Before it died my gas gauge, Coolant Temp, RPM, and speedometer were fluctuating. Tried restarting the car but it was completely dead. Got it home and the only way I could get it started was by jumping it. But as soon as I put any load on it (ex. lights, turn signal) it would shut off. Battery is reading 10-11 volts. I'm thinking it may be the alternator. Any help or Ideas are greatly appreciated, thanks Mike ]]> S-Series General Mikeg http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147194 http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147192&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:09:33 GMT 18x7.5, perfect condition Image: http://i527.photobucket.com/albums/cc358/mrclarkson/8888/Astra008.jpg looking for $400 + shipping, OBO 18x7.5, perfect condition



looking for $400 + shipping, OBO ]]> Astra General mdcclxxvi http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147192 http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147191&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:42:25 GMT First time poster so sorry if this has been covered, i tried a search and couldn't come up with a difinative answer. I have a 2000 SL2 with an automatic transmission and recentally it has been shifting hard. I changed the fluid and filter and went away for awhile and then came back. It is now shifting hard in every gear including reverse. I did notice that when manual shifting from 3rd to 2nd the electrical connection to the valve body is making a whining sound. I am leaning toward replacing the valve body. Is this going in the right direction or is there something else i need to look out for. ]]> S-Series Tech fordmech00 http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147191 http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147190&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:42:40 GMT Hi folks, just wondering if anyone knows where I might be able to get a good deal on a set of the 16 inch alloy rims that were optional on the XE and standard on the XR? (I've got the standard steels w/covers)

I could go to the dealer, but would get robbed I'm sure.

I'm also going to post a 'wanted' notice in the classifieds to see if anyone here might have some for sale.

But, the point of this post is to find out if there are aftermarket suppliers of knock-off rims that anyone might know of.

Thanks! ]]> Astra General Silversand http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147190 http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147189&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:03:51 GMT 2002 SC1 Auto 49,000 mi. - A couple of weeks ago I changed my ATF to Amsoil synthetic. Does anyone know if Seafoam, Lucas, etc. tranny additives are compatible with Amsoil synthetic? I am real leary about Saturn's AT's. ]]> S-Series Tech nnemeth http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147189 http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147187&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:17:06 GMT Hey guys im new to turbos and to saturns so im taking on a budget boost project im still in prepping stages as I don't get the saturn until saturday. Im getting it off my older brother in a trade. 5sp DOHC he has extra head at his shop I'm planning on getting a newer block and strengthening the valvetrain for starters getting a working used turbo and bolting directly to mani. A used intercooler. I was curious as too a ct26 turbo? any suggestions or facts could be a big help. I'm building the turbo motor over this winter so it's no fast build ]]> S-Series Mods hondakilla http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147187 http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147185&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:46:59 GMT Well, the time has come. My beloved 1995 red Sc1 is getting tired. It only has 156,000Km on it, but boy does it burn oil! It just failed the good old emissions test. Spent 400 bucks to earn it a "conditional pass" for one year.

I have searched high and low for a car that I may learn to love as much as my Sc1. I can't find a thing...until I looked at the Aura. Despite all the concerns over warrany coverage,parts replacement,low resale value etc, I still want to buy the darn thing. I think by getting another Saturn, it makes it just a litttle easier to say goodbye to my old one. My sc1 looks darn good. Everyone is shocked when they hear what year it is. Despite 3 parking lot hit and runs(what I wouldn't do to get my hands on the people who hit my car and drive away!) it looks amazing if I do say so myself. It has taken good care of me,and I took good care of it. Ok, this is crazy! It's just a car right! On to new and better things!

I really hate that Saturn has fallen. But, nonetheless, I am heading to a dealership on Saturday to look at a used 2009 XR. I wish I could afford(not to mention FIND!) a new Aura, but I just can't do it right now. I have concerns about buying used, and have already walked away from a techno gray 2009 XE with only 7,000Km on it. The one I am looking at now has 18,000(black). That is a lot for less than a year. They are asking 18,600 here in Ontario. All i was told so far is that it was a "fleet car". Any thoughts? Should I run away from this one? ]]> Aura General CARSC1 http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147185 http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147184&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:08:21 GMT i just bought an 01 sc2 with deployed airbags. i am looking for replacement airbags and on car-part.com it shows he following options:

driver (whl), Cpe, w/o mid year release opt T9B
driver (whl), Cpe, w/mid year release opt T9B

i don't know how to tell which one i have.

the airbag module is located under the center counsel, correct? and the 2001 looks like it's only compatable with other 2001s, unless someone else knows otherwise.

other than replacing the airbags and module, there is nothing else that needs to be replaced, right? should be easy, done a few before on other cars. ]]> S-Series Tech DJboozeAlot http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147184 http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147183&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Nov 2009 03:58:38 GMT 4-door model. Driver's side, back door. Leak is along the seal on the 1/4 panel and floor-pan. I see a plastic tyep weld sealant but leaks 8oz a day with heavy rain. Outside source unknown? Anybody else? ]]> Ion General saturnx2 http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=147183