2003 Saturn L-Series Saturn L-Series 2003

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2003 Saturn L-Series repairs by problem area

Engine (39%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (22%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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2003 Saturn L-Series electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (9%)

$100 - $499 (45%)

< $100 (45%)

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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Saturn L-Series 4dr Wagon

135-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

229000 mi

US $150
Replaced original starter 
139300 mi Complete loss of gauge illumination due to blown fuse. Diagnosed as a short in wiring harness for interior / dashboard illumination. Faulty wire (power for traction control button backlight) was located and isolated from harness. 
143000 mi

US $300
Replaced Body Control Module. 
153000 mi

US $70
Starting wearing out and making excessive noise on cold starts. 

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2003 Saturn L-Series 4dr Sedan

182-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

35000 mi Replaced auto climate control module. This was to repair a onetime situation where the heater was turning on by itself. Diagnostics revealed an error code, so they replaced the module. Repaired under warranty. 
88900 mi

US $110
Air conditioning compressor has failed. Dealer wants $1100 to fix it. 
95000 mi AC compressor never fixed. 

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2003 Saturn L-Series 4dr Sedan

135-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD

92000 mi

US $250
Replace A/C hose. Recharge system 
154000 mi

US $250
Change alternator and tensioner 
103100 mi

US $900
Replaced AC Compressor 

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2003 Saturn L-Series 4dr Sedan

135-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

15000 mi Passlock system 

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2003 Saturn L-Series Electrical Problems

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