1999 Saturn S-Series Saturn S-Series 1999

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1999 Saturn S-Series repairs by problem area

Engine (50%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (17%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (15%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (5%)

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1999 Saturn S-Series electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (20%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (30%)

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1999 Saturn S-Series

Engine not specified

178000 mi

US $160
Freon had leaked out. Had to test for leaks. Found none. System was recharged. Instructions given to drive for 3 weeks and then return for additional assessment 
148000 mi

US $20
Instrument panel fuse panel melted at 30 amp input wire. Replaced panel 
185600 mi

US $64
Car would not start. Thought it could finally be battery as it had been weak for a while. Replaced battery, but that wasn't the problem. Researching online at saturnfans.com, diagnosed issue as F-5 connector on back of int. fuse panel. Researching online at saturnfans.com, diagnosed issue as F-5 connector on back of int. fuse panel. Took apart connector panels, cleaned/bent connectors as online inst. indicated. Put back together. No problems since. 
186000 mi

US $127
A/C comp did not come on. Added dye & R-134a - found 2 leaks req. replacement of rec/dryer & line btwn rec/dryer & expansion valve (pressure switch on line was also replaced). Replaced parts, vacuumed sys, added R-134a, tested A/C. Replaced both low beam and high beam light bulbs as they were the original bulbs and were very dim (high beams used for DRLs). New bulbs are a lot brighter. Replaced side marker lights. Left one burned out- discovered water leaked in & corroded socket contacts. Cleaned socket & used dielectric grease to prevent future corrosion. Replaced right side bulb as it looked like it was close to going 2 

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1999 Saturn S-Series 4-door

4-cylinder manual 2WD

142000 mi

US $140
Replaced intermittently working starter. 
193800 mi

US $127
A/C Fix: Replace discharge hose seal at compressor. Evacuate, Recharge system & check for other leaks. Replace shrader valves (owner's part from OEM parts dealer). 
209000 mi

US $680
Intermittent starting problems. Starter replaced with remanufactured starter. 

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1999 Saturn S-Series 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

170000 mi

US $600
IC module failed and blew out most fuses. As a result, horn failed completely and wiper motor has intermittent issues, but I opted to not fix those at the dealer. IC module and fuses replaced by dealer. 
90000 mi Rear power windows and sunroof no longer opened when sold. 

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1999 Saturn S-Series

4-cylinder manual 2WD

67580 mi

C $299
Evaporator needed replacing 

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1999 Saturn S-Series Electrical Problems

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