99 Saturn SL2
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99 Saturn SL2
My 99 Saturn SL2 has 133,000 miles on it. I had been noticing that it had been hesisating some while I was driving, and my gas mileage was getting worse. Yesterday morning I got in it to go to work, and it sounded terrible and would barely go, and it even backfired once. Any ideas on what this may be? I was thinking maybe plugs and wires. Also, I am going thru about 2 quarts of oil every 2 weeks now. It smokes like crazy, just wondering if it sounds like the end is near for my engine? My dad looked at it and doesn't think the oil is what is causing the problem right now, it seems to misfiring. Any ideas will be appreciated.
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I can't afford to take it to a Saturn tech! It would probably cost me more than the car is worth....My dad is coming to check it out today.
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My dad has replaced the coil pack, spark plugs, fuel filter, and had the fuel pump tested. He said the car will start when it's cold and run, but when it's warmed up it the rpm's drop and it dies. As soon as he puts on the brakes or puts it in reverse. Any suggestions as to what he needs to check next? Thanks
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Well - if it starts and runs when it's cold, but loses power and stalls when it's hot --> might be the sensor for the water temperature. The sensor is located on the driver's side of the engine, just below where the hose comes out of the engine and goes to the radiator. Might have to take the air intake pipe loose to see it. Costs about $20usd for a new part. While your dad's got it off, might be wise to replace the electrical wire connector as well (another $20 or so). The sensor controls the fuel mixture ratio to the engine and also reports the water temperature. Low temperature water readings would be a clue here ........