Author: Jonathan Swain (aka “PurdueGuy”) Intro IAT = Intake Air Temperature sensor The IAT sensor is a thermistor – that is, it’s a resistor that changes resistance with temperature. The resistance level tells the PCM the coolant temperature. The ECTS … Continue reading
Tag Archives: 1998 SL
Author: Jonathan Swain (aka “PurdueGuy”) Relevant Models All 1995 – 1999 S-Series Tools Ratchet 7mm socket Remove Fan Control Remove the two 1/4″ screws (I have no idea why these aren’t metric like the rest of the car) and remove … Continue reading
Author: Jonathan Swain (aka “PurdueGuy”) Relevant Models All 1995 – 1999 S-Series Tools Ratchet 5.5mm socket 7mm socket ?mm socket (for steering column bolts) Something small & pointy (small screwdriver works well, see step 5) Flathead screwdriver Removal Step 1 … Continue reading
Author: Jonathan Swain (aka “PurdueGuy”) Relevant Models All S-Series with sunroof Tools Flathead screwdriver or other prying device Removal Step 1 Remove Map Light Cover Step 2 Unclip the switch. Use your screwdriver to unclip the front & back ends of … Continue reading
Author: Jonathan Swain (aka “PurdueGuy”) Relevant Models All S-Series with sunroof Tools (None) Removal Gently but firmly pull down near a corner of the trim, then work around. The trim is snapped on near each corner (four snap points), but there … Continue reading
Author: Jonathan Swain (aka “PurdueGuy”) Relevant Models All S-Series with sunroof Tools Flathead screwdriver or other prying device Removal Step 1 Remove Map Light Cover Step 2 Remove Sunroof Switch Step 3 Remove switch cover. The switch cover pivots on 2 … Continue reading
Author: Jonathan Swain (aka “PurdueGuy”) Intro ECTS = Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor If you have a Saturn S-Series that was made before mid 2001, you should probably replace the ECTS in your car as a preventative measure. Before that year, … Continue reading
Author: Jonathan Swain (aka “PurdueGuy”) Relevant Models 1997-2002 SC1 1997-2002 SC2 1996-2002 SL 1996-2002 SL1 1996-2002 SL2 1996-2001 SW1 1996-2001 SW2 Tools Nail remover or other prying device – preferably one that can go somewhat around the peg Removal The door … Continue reading
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Author: Jonathan Swain (aka “PurdueGuy”) Relevant Models All S-Series Tools Flathead screwdriver Removal Note *NOTE* Don’t simply try to pry downward on the dome light – you will break two tabs off! (They may break off anyway – they’re notoriously … Continue reading