1998 Saturn S-Series Saturn S-Series 1998

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1998 Saturn S-Series repairs by problem area

Engine (46%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (2%)

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1998 Saturn S-Series suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (14%)

$500 - $999 (14%)

$100 - $499 (57%)

< $100 (14%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

1998 Saturn S-Series

Engine not specified

95480 mi

C $80
RH axle bearing squealing. New bearing supplied by myself; replaced by friend 'cause he has a hoist. Cost of new brg was $30; paid friend $50 for his time. Flat rate time for this job is 2hrs; it took him 5. 
100000 mi

US $300
Left/right tie rods replaced 

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1998 Saturn S-Series 2-door

4-cylinder manual 2WD

225000 mi

US $150
Replaced both front wheel bearings and hubs. Passenger side was noisy, driver's side was replaced so that both were done at the same time. 
108000 mi

US $500
Lower control arm and front struts. 

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1998 Saturn S-Series 2-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

103300 mi

US $400
Front wheel bearing. 
118000 mi

US $300
Front wheel bearing failed a second time. 
159000 mi

US $1435
Steering rack had to be replaced. Original one was wearing, starting to leak and the power steering fluid was getting very dark. Flushed the fluid, replacing it with new after the rack was replaced. 

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1998 Saturn S-Series Suspension Problems

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