Author: Jonathan Swain (aka “PurdueGuy”) Relevant Models 1995-1999 SC1 1995-1999 SC2 1995-1999 SL 1995-1999 SL1 1995-1999 SL2 1995-1999 SW1 1995-1999 SW2 Caution! Inside the center console is the airbag system’s inertia switch, which detects changes in the car’s motion. Hitting … Continue reading
Stock alloy wheels For a full list of stock Saturn alloy wheels, check out http://evilplastic.com/wheels.htm Stock hubcaps 14 inch #1 – 7 slot – OEM #FWC06000U20 ’91-’95 #2 – 6 slot – OEM #FWC06001U20 ’91-’95 #3 – 10 spoke – … Continue reading
Can I put a non-Saturn 1.9L engine in my S-Series? Short answer: if you have to ask, then you probably can’t. Long Answer: It depends. It is not a drop-in motor swap by any means. Even the GM Ecotec (found … Continue reading
Differences between S(x)1 and S(x)2 The trim levels through the rest of the page will be referred to as “1’s” (SC1, SL1, SW1) and “2’s” (SC2, SL2, SW2). 1) The engine The most commonly known difference 1’s and 2’s is … Continue reading
There are 4 types of transmission for the S-Series: MP2 – Manual Transmission, found in SOHC models MP3 – Manual Transmission, found in DOHC models MP6 – Automatic Transmission, found in SOHC models MP7 – Automatic Transmission, found in DOHC … Continue reading
Radio Only Cassette Cassette with equalizer CD with equalizer Aftermarket Dash Adapters Dash Adapter A: (?) (Single DIN) Dash Adapter B: (Metra 99-3100) (Single DIN) Dash Adapter C: (Metra – 1943/IK-3100 or 1943-3100) (Single DIN) Dash Adapter D: (American International … Continue reading
There are 3 “Generations” of Saturn S-Series: (Generations denote major changes. These major changes could be seen in the exterior design, interior design, and electronics systems) Exterior design generations SC (coupes): 1st Gen: 1991-1996 2nd Gen: 1997-2000 3rd Gen: 2001-2002 … Continue reading
There are 3 models/body styles of Saturn S-Series: Note: All S-series models begin with an “S”. “SC” = “Sports Coupe” – 2 or 3 door coupe. “SL” = “Sedan Level” – 4 door sedan “SW” = “Sedan Wagon” – Station … Continue reading
There are 3 Major Types of Engine for the S-Series: LK0 – SOHC, TBI (’91-’94) 85 crank HP L24 – SOHC, MPFI (’95-’02) 100 crank HP LL0 – DOHC, MPFI (’91-’02) 124 crank HP SOHC = Single Overhead Cam (one … Continue reading
In this DIY, we’ll be removing most of the stock air intake system, including the airbox lid and tubing leading to the throttlebody, on S-Series with multiport fuel injection on a horizontal intake manifold. Author: Jonathan Swain (aka “PurdueGuy”) Relevant … Continue reading