If it's a chain driven engine then you may have a stretched timing chain and the Fauld may be coursed by a deviation between the reading on the inlet and exhaust camshsft sensors
Let me know if this helps
SOURCE: Cam Shaft Position Sensor 1998 Saturn SL
Have a look at this link, scroll to your engine & click on picture to expand for better view.
http://www.autozone.com/shopping/repairGuide.htm?pageId=0900c1528017e904
SOURCE: solution for 1998 saturn sl
Hello DTC P0341 & P0133 very common saturn Codes.You need to check condition of Plugs & wires,If not New Replace All Plugs & Wires,also I would replace the #1#4 Coil for the P0341.For the P0133 Reaplce your front O2 sensor with an OEM sensor,not an aftermarket.
SOURCE: Where is the cam shaft position sensor located?
It's not that hard to replaced, and can be done with common tools.
3.4 camshaft sensor removal:
Remove the serpentine belt, Disconnect the sensor wire harness, Remove the power steering pump (just remove it from the mount and out of the way), Remove the attachment bolt to the sensor, Remove the sensor, (note spray around the sensor with brake parts cleaner before removal to keep dirt from entering the engine)
To install:
Lubricate the new O ring with engine oil before installing the new camshaft sensor, Tighten the retaining bolt to 8 ft.lbs. connect the sensor's electrical wire, reinstall the power steering pump, reinstall the serpentine belt.
Start the car and go out for the night with the money you just saved, You can pick up the camshaft sensor at Auto Zone and they can also give you the step by step instructions to getting the job done. Good luck and hope this helps. Take's just under 1 1/2 hour to do. You can do it in under 1 hour though if your good with tools.
SOURCE: Code: P0340 Cam shaft position
Check your PCM GROUND, And Also Disconnect and Inspect ALL ENGINE Harness Connectors, FORD Has Had Many Problems Over RECENT Rears With FAULSE CODES Due to Poor GROUNDS @ ENGING/BODY/COMPONENT/ GROUND Locations, And ALSO HARNESS CONNECTORS with Poor Connections, It May Not SEEM REAL , But I Have Ran into this COUNTLESS Times.
SOURCE: 2003 Beetle turbo-13 trouble codes-PO300-multiple
Low fuel pressure will cause many of those codes to set.
Should have around 3.5bar pressure at idle and full throttle.
Check to see if VW has a recall on the ignition coils. They are cheap to replace however.....you will need your VIN# when you call.
Alternator problems can also trip codes . Check for a/c ripple at BATT + on Alternator...no more the 0.05vac allowed.
Valve train noise common complaint. ...often due to lack of oil services and/or incorrect oil type.
All 1.8T engine will clatter on start up one time or another and is considered normal as long as it goes quiet after 2 to 5 seconds at idle.
You should have synthetic oil in the engine.
P0012 is often timing incorrect. ...check timing belt at tdc.
These engines need a timing belt every 50,000 miles not the 100,000 miles VW suggests. Belt failure is catastrophic.
Transmission codes often corrosion in loom connections under battery. These need checked and cleaned with a solution of STABILANT22A applied to the pins.
If a scanner is available clear the codes and drive for 40 miles or so and recheck for codes. Transmission codes are not always due to transmission faults. They need 200 miles to re adapt after batter replacement or power off.
ROSS TECH site has lots of info' and a scanner program for your lap top.
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