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Old 10-21-2011, 09:00 PM   #1
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Default 2000 Saturn SL2 Cooling System

Does anyone know if a sl2 have a bleeder valve for the cooling system and where it is? Your answers will be greatly appreciated.

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Old 10-21-2011, 09:12 PM   #2
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Does anyone know if a sl2 have a bleeder valve for the cooling system and where it is? Your answers will be greatly appreciated.
lower waterpump bolt and lower passenger side radiator.. afaik .. a search of the forums may provide more accurate info

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Old 10-21-2011, 09:21 PM   #3
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Default Re: 2000 Saturn SL2 Cooling System

There is no air bleed valve on the S-series engine. They are self bleeding via the small hose from the engine to the surge/coolant tank.
DannoinSWMI has told you were the drain points are for the cooling system.

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Old 10-21-2011, 09:38 PM   #4
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Old 10-21-2011, 09:57 PM   #5
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Default Re: 2000 Saturn SL2 Cooling System

Just for the record.. The block drain is under the thermostat housing.
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Old 10-21-2011, 10:02 PM   #6
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Just for the record.. The block drain is under the thermostat housing.
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Does this also pertain to SOHC? just for my own info.. duh.. same block..answered my own question

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Default Re: 2000 Saturn SL2 Cooling System

Thanks everyone for the input. I was told some wrong info and that there was a valve. Thanks again.

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