Forum: L-Series Tech
03-16-2013, 03:57 PM
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Forum: L-Series Tech
03-12-2013, 09:17 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 422
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Forum: L-Series Tech
03-12-2013, 09:09 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 493
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Forum: L-Series Tech
03-12-2013, 09:06 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 410
Re: Buying a 2000 LS1 with some problems
I hope you are allowing for the repair costs in you purchase offer. The fact the odometer isn't working is a clue that the BCM is probably failing. There is now the possibility of a repair at BBA...
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Forum: L-Series Tech
03-01-2013, 10:01 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 444
Re: Window switch not working
There was a thread on this forum detailing the dismantling and cleaning of the switch, but I don't see it from searching just now. I tried this with little success. But the switch is about $50 at...
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Forum: L-Series Tech
02-23-2013, 04:06 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 736
Re: Brakes feel that they do not grip well
I generally get wear from 2 sets of pads from a set of rotors. I do not resurface. I replace them when warped or under the minimum thickness. Note that the FSM does not endorse resurfacing brake...
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Forum: L-Series General
02-21-2013, 09:33 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 648
Re: Running Issues
I would add the battery to the list. The impact could have pushed a weak battery over the edge...
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Forum: L-Series Tech
02-15-2013, 10:58 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 718
Re: Dan's L200 Projects
That splash shield is what traps the leaves, maple keys, etc, against the subframe and causes it to rot away. Best removed and discarded (mine are).
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Forum: L-Series Tech
02-10-2013, 09:08 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 718
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Forum: L-Series Tech
01-28-2013, 04:23 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 3,502
Re: BCM replacment options.
When I Googled that number it came up for BBA Reman in Taunton MA. I have used this company for both a rebuilt throttle body and a driver information display for my Saab 9-5. I found them to be very...
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Forum: L-Series Tech
01-28-2013, 04:03 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,074
Re: Slow coolant leak
We used universal heater hose and worm clamps. These cars are well into beaterland and redneck fixes are fine.
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Forum: L-Series Tech
01-26-2013, 08:38 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 810
Re: Turn signal switch
The LW1 I purchased a couple of years ago for $1000 had this problem. It turned out to be caused by a worn out turn signal switch that became stiff to operate. This resulted in breaking of the cancel...
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Forum: L-Series General
01-12-2013, 02:02 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 888
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Forum: L-Series General
01-12-2013, 01:57 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 645
Re: Please save me from myself, timing chain issue
I think you have found out the hard way that the new tensioner(s) don't fit the older movable chain guides. No, you can't buy one to replace the original. I have posted this information before, as I...
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Forum: L-Series Tech
01-10-2013, 09:10 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 668
Re: elevated RPM when blower fan is on
Whenever you have the manual function knob turned to the right side of the footwell position, i.e. towards the defog/defrost function, the AC compressor will be activated on minimum displacement as...
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Forum: L-Series Tech
01-06-2013, 07:44 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,617
Re: 2001 2.2 Timing Confirmation
Um... I don't see anything in your pix that tell me the engine is mistimed. The timing is checked with the crank sprocket mark at 5:00 position with #1 piston at TDC and the appropriate coloured link...
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Forum: L-Series Tech
01-06-2013, 08:57 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 732
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Forum: L-Series Tech
01-06-2013, 08:44 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,617
Re: 2001 2.2 Timing Confirmation
You need to read completely through the Sticky thread at the top of this forum. A few of us have done this job, and it is pretty straightforward, but there are a bunch of tips there. There are parts...
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Forum: L-Series Tech
01-05-2013, 10:05 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,167
Re: Need advice about my L-series wagon...PLEASE!
Be sure to have someone go over the suspect areas of the frame with the point of a body hammer. This will expose weak areas very quickly. See my photos in the reference thread (Warning-....) If not...
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Forum: L-Series General
01-03-2013, 08:29 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,132
Re: WTB: Center console
I used some small furniture hinges (about 1-1/2" wide) and some flat head sheet metal screws into holes drilled in the plastic. Works a charm. As a bonus, it now has an inherent "stop" in the open...
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Forum: L-Series Tech
12-29-2012, 09:29 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 881
Re: Saturn L2000 Struts
I have the original struts on my 2000 LS-1 at 325,000km/200,000mi. I have no immediate plans to change them as they are performing well and there are no leaks. These appear to be high quality units....
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Forum: L-Series Tech
12-29-2012, 09:16 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 345
Re: 2001 lw300 clockspring replacement
Before you start this, be aware that you need to remove the airbag from the steering wheel. This requires taking precautions to prevent it from exploding. There are two ways to do this. The first is...
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Forum: L-Series Tech
12-28-2012, 10:19 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,465
Re: Cruise Control Brake Switch
Just a hunch here. Could there be a wire chafed and grounding. There are several moving parts under the dash that can rub on the wires.
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Forum: L-Series Tech
12-28-2012, 10:08 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,167
Re: Need advice about my L-series wagon...PLEASE!
Have a read through this thread-
http://www.saturnfans.com/forums/showthread.php?t=170698&highlight=engine+cradle
I had this problem. I found a newer cradle that also had corroded so had it welded....
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Forum: L-Series Tech
12-28-2012, 09:56 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 2,837
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