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James Burden Posted on Nov 03, 2019
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It's me again I have a 2003 Saturn ion I got a new battery and new starter and when I crank it over it kicks over once and then nothing 2.2 engine

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Probably ignition switch , gm had recall on those

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    The security system light is on so another question is there a fuse or how do I disconnect the security system

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I'm it is possible that you may have gotten a faulty starter just saying it does happen a little more information would be helpful also like do your lights all turn off you have a check engine light on? Like I tell everybody else if you have a check engine light on you can buy your own code scanner and can I get to the OBD connector or you can have your car scanned at AutoZone for free and they'll give you a printout of whatever code you throwing

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Two things come to mind - one is the possibility of a bad battery lead crimp that can transmit current just long enough to turn the engine once - check at the starter with a testlamp or analogue voltmeter.
The other is an immobiliser that can't quite make up it's mind whether it is armed or disarmed. Check the supply to the solenoid when attempting to crank, if it disappears it could be immobiliser, ignition/starter switch, relay, wiring*...

If battery current is present at the starter, manually energising the solenoid will test the starter and supply. If it cranks the fault is*...

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Ronnie Wilson

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  • Posted on Feb 09, 2009

SOURCE: where is 2003 saturn ion thermostat?

FACEING the ENGINE It is At TOP RIGHT SIDE Close to Master Cylinder takes About 1 hour to Replace Have Fun its a EASY One
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  1. Drain the cooling system.
  2. Remove the bolts that secure the thermostat housing to the water pump feed pipe.
Remove the feed pipe
  1. Remove the thermostat and retaining sleeve, noting the orientation for installation.
Installation Procedure
Install the thermostat and retaining sleeve with the dimple placed into the housing slotImportant: Lubricate the O-ring with soapy water or coolant before installing the O-ring in the water pump.

  1. Install the feed pipe that connects the thermostat housing to the water pump.Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

    1. Install the bolt that secures the water pump feed pipe.
      • Tighten the bolt to 10 Nm (18 inch lbs.) .
    1. Fill the cooling system.

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  • Posted on Feb 21, 2009

SOURCE: Oxygen sensor location on a 2003 Saturn Ion-1

One is front of the cat, and one after the cat of the exhaust.
The OBD Scanner should tell you which bank is producing the error.
Bank one is the front one.

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  • Posted on Dec 11, 2009

SOURCE: i have 2003 cad cts mt new battery,new starter

does the vehicle have an anti theft device on it if so it may need to be reset. usually all you have to do is unlpug the negative batt cable. for about 5 mins.and reconnect it. if this does not solve the problem look i the owners manual to see how to override the system.

dboyz

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  • Posted on Jan 02, 2010

SOURCE: 2003 Saturn Ion spark plug replacement

go to autozone.com and set up a free account. You will then have access to vehicle repair guides and can get all the info and diagrams you need, plus help with troubleshooting! Hope this helps!

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  • Posted on Mar 10, 2010

SOURCE: cannot find radiator cap on saturn ion 2003 do u know.

overfill tank

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After you disconnect the battery, you have to reset the security system. The immobilizer is stopping the car from starting.

https://www.google.com/search?q=2004+saturn+ion+security+reset

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It is located about in the middle between the engine and the transmission. Also it is directly below the intake manifold. Hope this helps.
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How to voltage drop test starter motor circuit Looking at a wiring diagram an testing the starter circuit with a DMM - digital multi-meter is the way to find the problem . Free wiring diagram's here http://www.bbbind.com/free_tsb.html Enter vehicle info. year , make , model an engine size. Under system click on engine then under subsystem click on starting . Click the search button then the blue link .
Looking at the diagram you will see this starting circuit is computer controlled . Ignition switch is a low voltage input to the BCM - body control module. A message to the ECM - engine computer from the BCM requesting a start over the serial data network (class2) will energize the relay sending B+ voltage to the S terminal on the starter solenoid . Your best bet mite be to have it towed to a qualified repair shop.
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My 2003 saturn ion will not turn over only the check engine light comes on

Battery is so weak so it doesn't have enough juice to crank it. You cn't not even horn it.
If the battery is over 5 years, replace it. It it is leass than 5years, recharge it. Good luck.
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sounds like a bad starter, test for power with a testlight,have someone crank the engine while you check for power at starter , the small wire should have power when key is in start position. if theres power then replace starter, hope this helps good luck.
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Switch on car

Lots of Issues with Ignition switches. Car will not crank due to incorrect pass lock voltage to BCM.Most Likely Has A DTC B2960,B3033 Stored in BCM Most likely need another Ignition switch..Good Luck
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Starting problem for 03 saturn ion when engine is warm

replace the ign switch. the key has nothing to do with it.
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