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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Saturn LS1 AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Saturn LS1 cars and light trucks from 1990+

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Vehicle: 2000 Saturn LS1 2.2 L4 GAS

Passenger Cars

The Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) can maintain enough voltage to cause air bag deployment for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned Off and the battery is disconnected. Servicing the Supplemental air bag (SIR) system during this period may result in accidental deployment and personal injury.

Achieva & Skylark
1994-96
  • Ensure front wheels are in straight-ahead position.
  • Turn ignition switch to LOCK position.
  • Remove AIR BAG fuse from fuse block.
  • On 1995 models, remove lefthand sound insulator panel to ac...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Saturn LS1 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Saturn LS1 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Saturn -> Component Replacement -> Except ION -> Fluid Reservoir -> ION -> L-Series -> Master Cylinder -> S-Series
Vehicle: 2000 Saturn LS1 2.2 L4 GAS

Master Cylinder

Except ION
  • Remove brake fluid level sensor electrical connector.
  • Remove master cylinder brake line fitting nuts. Plug open lines and fittings.
  • Remove mounting nuts and master cylinder.
  • Reverse procedure to install.
ION
  • Remove underhood electrical center cover.
  • Remove connector position assurance CPA, connector from brake fluid level sensor, Fig. .
  • Remove underhood battery positive terminal attaching bolt, then disconnect cables from electrical center and EPS cable from underhood center, Fig. .
  • Remove engine wiring harness retainer at engine control module.
  • Disconnect ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Saturn LS1 AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Saturn LS1 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Passenger Cars -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1991-06 Saturn -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2000 Saturn LS1 2.2 L4 GAS

Normal Service

Replace every 100,0...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Saturn LS1 AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Saturn LS1 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Saturn LS1 2.2 L4 GAS

  • With vehicle on ground, depress brake pedal and remove cotter and drive axle nut. Discard nut and cotter.
  • Raise vehicle and support vehicle.
  • Remove wheel and tire assembly corresponding to drive axle being removed.
  • Remove tie rod end torque prevailing nut, discard nut. Do not attempt to separate joint using a wedge-type tool because seal may be damaged.
  • Using a suitable puller, separate tie rod end from steering knuckle.
  • Remove lower control arm to steering knuckle nut and bolt. Be careful not to allow steering knuckle to contact ball stud seal. Contact may cause seal to rip, ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Saturn LS1 AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Saturn LS1 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Saturn LS1 2.2 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Disconnect electrical connectors and positi...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Saturn LS1 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Saturn LS1 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> General Motors Corp./Saturn -> 2000-05 Saturn L, LS & LW Series
Vehicle: 2000 Saturn LS1 2.2 L4 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 12 months or 12,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Open the hood.
  • Carefully open the cowl cabin air filter access door using a flat blade screwdriver, Fig. .
  • Remove any leaves and debris form the filter housing area.
  • Rotate the locking tabs outward to rel...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Saturn LS1 AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Saturn LS1 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Low Coolant Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2000 Saturn LS1 2.2 L4 GAS

This lamp should light when engine coolant level in the radiator drops below a predetermined le...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Saturn LS1 AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Saturn LS1 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Saturn LS1 2.2 L4 GAS

  • Remove battery.
  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Disconnect both cooling fan electrical connectors.
  • Remove electrical connectors from connector retainer by sliding connector.
  • Remove pusher fan electrical harness from fan shroud retainer tabs.
  • Remove wiring harness from clamp on fan shroud.
  • On models with automatic transaxles, remove upper transaxle cooler line from radiator end tank.
  • Cap or tape off transaxle oil cooler line to prevent oil loss or contamination.
  • Remove upper transaxle oil cooler line from radiator end tank clip.
  • On all models, remove upper radiator hose to radi...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Saturn LS1 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Saturn LS1 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 2000 Saturn LS1 2.2 L4 GAS

Removal

  • Depress tensioner arm using suitable 3/8 inch drive breaker bar.
  • Remove belt from idler or air conditioning compressor pulley and accessory pulleys.

Inst...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Saturn LS1 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Saturn LS1 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Deck Lid/Liftgate Components Diagram for 2000 Saturn LS1  2.2 L4 GASDeck Lid/Liftgate Components Diagram for 2000 Saturn LS1 2.2 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Valet Switch
  • Decklid Release Switch
  • Liftgate Latch Assembly
  • Decklid Latch Assembly
  • Decklid Lock Cylinder
  • Ground Locations Diagram for 2000 Saturn LS1  2.2 L4 GASGround Locations Diagram for 2000 Saturn LS1 2.2 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Underhood Fuse Block
  • Body Harness
  • Left Hand I/P Fuse Block
  • Right Hand I/P Fuse Block
  • Engine Splice Pack
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Saturn LS1 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Saturn LS1 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2000 Saturn LS1  2.2 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2000 Saturn LS1 2.2 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Body Control Module
  • Right Rear Reading Lamp
  • Left Rear Reading Lamp
  • Dome/Manifold Absolute Pressure Lamp
  • Right Sunshade Mirror Lamp
  • 2000 Saturn LS1  2.2 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2000 Saturn LS1 2.2 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Electrical Symbol Identification
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Saturn LS1 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Saturn LS1 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: INFORMATION REGARDING AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SHIFT LOCK CONTROL FUNCTION - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2000 Saturn LS1 2.2 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter
  • Document: WARRANTY - NON-GM PARTS AND ACCESSORIES (AFTERMARKET) - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2000 Saturn LS1 2.2 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Saturn LS1 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Saturn LS1 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Saturn LS1 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Saturn LS1 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Saturn LS1 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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