| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2002 Saturn S-Series repairs by problem area
Engine (51%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)
Brakes and Traction Control (7%)
Suspension and Steering (17%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (13%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)
Other (2%)
Chart based on 130 repairs.
2002 Saturn S-Series engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (8%)
$500 - $999 (11%)
$100 - $499 (27%)
< $100 (54%)
Chart based on 63 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2002 Saturn S-Series 4dr Sedan
124-horsepower 1.9L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 254000 mi | Timing chain tensioner failure, caused timing chain to wear teeth off cam gear, jumped time bending valves. Engine will be rebuilt but should be considered junked for statistical purposes. sold for scrap in March 2014. |
| 104000 mi US $120 |
Radiator cracked, |
| 108000 mi US $77 |
Belt Tensioner Water pump Failure, Radiator failure. Coolant system flush and fill Thermostat, ECTS Replaced |
2002 Saturn S-Series 4dr Sedan
124-horsepower 1.9L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 158000 mi US $85 |
Exhaust was fixed. Rusty. |
| 144550 mi US $46 |
Water pump started exhibiting a slow leak. Water pump replaced with new water pump from Advance Auto. Water pump started exhibiting a slow leak. Water pump replaced with new water pump from Advance Auto. |
| 95800 mi US $20 |
Replaced Thermostat |
| 120000 mi US $130 |
Replaced Radiator, Hoses & Coolant |
| 86000 mi US $250 |
cooling system flush and thermostat replaced-code light came on |
| 112000 mi US $750 |
Replaced radiator |
2002 Saturn S-Series 4dr Sedan
100-horsepower 1.9L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 247720 mi C $282 |
Muffler replaced under warranty, but center pipe not covered by warranty and also required replacement. I believe the labour was also not covered by warranty; just the muffler part itself. |
| 255720 mi C $300 |
Front "flex" pipe was replaced. |
| 256680 mi C $2486 |
Clutch pressure plate, disc, and release bearing were replaced...clutch was beginning to occasionally "slip", but I could probably have "nursed it" for awhile longer. |
| 264120 mi C $91 |
Fuel tank straps replaced after one (of two) broke while refueling. |
| 100440 mi C $417 |
Centre exhaust pipe was broken loose from front pipe. Had shop weld to reconnect. Price of this part of repair trip not included in $267 previously reported...add $150 for this part of repair trip. |
| 115320 mi C $660 |
Also had them install an exhaust flex pipe which I purchased elsewhere (cost included above). |
| 39000 mi US $1100 |
Head gasket replacement. |
| 72000 mi US $830 |
engine intake manifold |
| 209000 mi US $12 |
Crankshaft position sensor replaced, car on ramps. Guided by richpin video on saturnfans forum. Did not need to remove starter but did disconnect battery for safety. Intended as preventive, but afterwards CEL out and runs more smoothly. |
| 242400 mi US $160 |
Intake gasket replaced,common on these cars,was improperly installed by factory robot,now more responsive,gained 2 mpg and smoother idle from repair,car drove MANY miles with defect before repair..had intermittent check engine before |
| 268200 mi US $60 |
Misfire,replaced coilpacks |
| 279000 mi US $50 |
Replaced radiator with one from a junkyard |
| 132000 mi US $256 |
Replace water pump. |
| 154000 mi US $20 |
Replace intake manifold gasket to correct fast idle. |
| 186000 mi | Oil leak |
| 157000 mi US $500 |
Radiator had glued seam that leaked, had to replace |
| 162000 mi US $200 |
Oxygen sensor was bad which triggered check engine light |
| 112000 mi US $185 |
Idle would drop intermittently. Mechanic replaced spark plug wires. |
| 123000 mi US $28 |
Oil pan drain plug gasket failed, causing engine to lose oil. Drained out remaining oil, replaced drain plug gasket, and replaced oil. Did not replace oil filter. |
| 201000 mi US $5 |
Exhaust leak in down pipe. Welded crack in down pipe. |
2002 Saturn S-Series 4dr Sedan
100-horsepower 1.9L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 98000 mi | SES light was on due to carbon buildup in EGR valve. Googled code and found you tube video showing how to remove carbon buildup. |
| 98200 mi US $40 |
Plugs and wires |
| 146000 mi US $30 |
Water pump was leaking and needed to be replaced, so I replaced it with a new one which was purchased at the auto parts store. |
| 156700 mi US $25 |
The heat shield under the car was loose and vibrating. The used screws to re-attach it to the bottom of the car. |
| 155500 mi US $25 |
Exhaust was loose and needed to be reattached to the bottom of the car. |
| 168000 mi US $1200 |
The entire exhaust system, including the catalytic converter and muffler, was replaced. |
| 83500 mi US $80 |
The AC was not blowing cold air. Had to evacuate and refill freon. |
| 86000 mi | Replaced belt Tensioner |
| 122300 mi US $50 |
Exhaust leak that required a small patch. |
| 125000 mi US $50 |
Exhaust muffler strap broken and replaced. While difficult to find a factory bracket to fit the large factory muffler, a local GM dealer actually had one in stock. |
| 128500 mi US $750 |
Engine was missing at idle. Cracked intake manifold gasket. $700 labor for $30 part. Cracked radiator - plastic/metal separating. Will not pay $650 for $100 part - will change out myself. |
| 130000 mi US $150 |
Replaced Radiator. |
2002 Saturn S-Series 4dr Coupe
124-horsepower 1.9L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 238000 mi US $1500 |
Too many parts replaced to count. Most parts were original. Many suspension, brake, and drive train parts replaced. Engine rebuilt. Clutch replaced. |
| 138000 mi US $50 |
Muffler, cut one off a salvage vehicle, welded on the replacement |
2002 Saturn S-Series 4dr Coupe
124-horsepower 1.9L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 95700 mi US $16 |
Cooling System - Bad Radiator Cap |
| 117000 mi US $50 |
Water pump failure - leaving puddles, no complete loss of coolant. Note that repair cost includes pump, spray gasket maker, 2 gallons coolant, 2 gallons distilled water. |
| 117000 mi US $100 |
Replace DOHC cam cover gasket, oil leaking/ usage high. Also replaced the PCV to stop oil usage. Oil use is more than a quart in 1500 miles. Trying to get the usage up to one quart in 3000 miles. |
| 133600 mi US $170 |
Muffler rusted out. Replaced the whole exhaust system. |
| 143900 mi | Surging at idle. Replaced the throttle position sensor. |
| 146000 mi US $100 |
Code P0133, O2sensor replaced |
| 148500 mi US $356 |
New radiator, thermostat, hoses, overflow cap, and flush with new coolant. |
| 163000 mi | The car was running but poorly...had an ignition problem...donated to Rawhide Boy's Ranch. |
2002 Saturn S-Series 4dr Coupe
100-horsepower 1.9L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 167500 mi US $120 |
Radiator leaking, replaced radiator |
2002 Saturn S-Series 4dr Coupe
100-horsepower 1.9L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 94000 mi US $50 |
Engine missing at idle with #1 misfire code. Spark plug wires and plugs replaced. Still missed with #1 misfire code. #1 misfire code. Diagnosed leaky intake manifold gasket. Replaced. Temp gauge read low. Replaced thermostat and temp sender, flushed radiator. |
| 33680 mi C $500 |
new mass air sensor, an couple of feet of exhaust pipe, new plugs and associated wires. |
| 34100 mi C $500 |
Needed new intake manifold gasket |
| 37200 mi C $50 |
Replace tail pipe |
| 102000 mi US $1500 |
Intake manifold gasket |
| 102000 mi | Threw rod |
2002 Saturn S-Series 4-door
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 220000 mi US $100 |
Engine jumped when car shifts gears. Replaced all 4 mounts |
See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all Saturn models.
