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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
1999 Saturn S-Series
Engine not specified
147200 mi
US $1500
Transmission was broken and they pulled a JY trans and installed it in this car. The only problem is that the 3rd gear synchronizer doesn't work...JY did not give us a good part.
110360 mi
C $100
Transmission replaced.
148000 mi
US $500
line pressure solenoid valve had low resistance. Harsh shifts. Replaced with new solnoid valve.
Manual shift linkage broke, car stuck in second gear.
182000 mi
US $50
The bushing attaching shifter cable to shifter broke off
pretty common problem according to various sources. Bushing is not available separately from Saturn, however you can pick up a bushing from ebay.
177000 mi
US $20
Bushing that holds shift lever to shift cable end broke. Ordered and installed aftermarket part.
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