In this video I replace the starter on my 1997 Saturn SL2 to hopefully resolve a no crank no start (single click). This applies for all S-Series Saturn’s (SC1, SC2, SL1, SL2, SW1, SW2).
How To Diagnose a No Crank No Start: https://youtu.be/QdngJ4ECpek?si=5GGppjiMnyaTjEq3
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Replaced the starter in my 97 Saturn SL2 with 206,200 miles yesterday. My Saturn is the same green but not as nice.
You’re Saturn is super clean under the car, is that a coincidence or do you use a degreaser to wipe everything down?
Just one bit of advice for this video, you needed more light pointed toward the area you’re working. As a viewer it’s super hard to see what you’re doing.
As someone who JUST finished doing the starter in my 99 SL, I can tell you that doing the blind bolt SUCKS! The rest of the job took all of 30 minutes. I spent more than 2 hours getting the blind bolt in on top. Ended up having to kneel on top of my engine and use my telescoping magnet on a stick to get the tip of the bolt in the hole then very carefully use the tips of my fingers to get it started a couple turns. Then 10 minutes of fighting to get it tight. FYI I HIGHLY recommend a Milwaukee M12 cordless 3/8 ratchet for this job. Huge, huge help. I'll also say… If you have the ~$400 just take it to a mechanic to get this done.
I have to wait an hour for my car to get cold
My Saturn does not start until it gets cold what do I do
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Good job have to replace one today on a 98 model , looks easy enough to get to
Solid diagnosis and solution! You show that this sort of thing doesn't have to sound mysterious and require the dark side skills of a Sith Lord, lol! I hope the next owner of the Saturn is watching, too! Aloha.