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2002 saturn sl won't start, turn over but won't start

Was driving car, temp light came on, then car killed, now won't start. the fuel pump comes on, changed the crank shaft sensor and coolant sensor, but still won't start. If spray starting fuel the car cranks but won't stay running. Checked the ignition module and it is fine. Car is getting spark.

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If the engine fires up for a second or two with starting fluid then the fuel pump is weak.I would check the fuel pressure and if its not within the specs then replace the pump and filter.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Mar 31, 2009

SOURCE: Saturn sl 99 will crank but won't start

i have found on that car if the temp sensor is unpluged or is bad oddly enough it wont let the car start you should check it and or replace it

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Aug 29, 2008

SOURCE: 1999 saturn sl

your problem is most likely a bad coil module

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Nov 12, 2008

SOURCE: cranks won,t start 1999 saturn sl

not enough compression needs around 150 each those are known for head gasket problems

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Mike Butler

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  • Posted on Jan 23, 2009

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

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jun 27, 2009

SOURCE: My 1997 saturn sl is leaking coolant. Where is

th pump is right under the ac pump take the passenger tire off and plastic cover and it is the bottom pulley on right

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