2002 S Series - I see 3 wires, Grey, Purple (Middle) and Black with white stripe.
Only one with power is Purple with Key on. Black is ground and checks out. All other power checks out x 3 videos you have produced on Fuel pump troubleshooting. No pressure at Rail, car will not start or runs about 3 seconds. No power in grey wire. Confused about Grey wire not having power. Everything forward of it does. Bad fuel pump
If you have no fuel pump, door chime, dome lights, electric door locks the problem is probably the Instrument Panel Jucntion Block (IPJB). I fixed my 1999 SL1 by just wiggiling the IPJB, but I'm checking on a more permanent fix by fixing the electrial connection or replacing the IPJB. Check these sites:
thank you so much for the great and knowledgable information. It helped fix my problem after paying a lot to troubleshoot the problem and still getting no real solution. Your video enabled me to solve my own problem and saved me money. Thank you
New update - I have just solved my chime, radio, defroster problem by wiggling the "chime box". Now I just need some fuel to flow to the engine. As I stated before, I am getting 11 volts at the grey wire in the truck. Do you believe that means my fuel pump is bad ????
@bslotab4 I'm having the same issues.. where and what did you wiggle for the "chime box" any help would be greatful. I just installed a brand new fuel pump and I'm still not getting anything.. nor does the radio, defrost, cig light, etc work
Also, I am having just about the same problem that someone in your step 2 commented on. My door chime, radio, and rear defrogger also quit. The dome light still works though. He mentioned replacing the fuse panel. Is this the panel behind the radio with the prongs, or the connenting parts that the wires are connected to.
Ok, I tried that. It seems if you turn the key to try to start it, I get about 11 volts. Does this mean that I am getting power all the way to the fuel Pump ??
Mr. Richpin - Thanks for the video, but I have a question. Once I connect to the grey wire, do I turn the key all the way to start, or just turn it so the blower can work ?? On your step 2, I get 12.5 volts, but am not sure where to go next.
i have a 96 SW2 1.7 DOHC. When it reaches colder weather outside and once the car has been sitting for more than 8 or so hours, It has a hard time running, it starts and then immediatley begins to Choke and most of the time is dies, I Normally have to hold the accelerator down and run the engine at around 3000rpm to get it to keep running so it will warm up, Once its warmed up its perfect i can shut the car off and it will start back fine. fuel filter, sprak plugs and IAT sensor R&R...any ideas?
Hey Richpin, I have a Gripe on my saturn ive been struggling with, i was wondering if you might have an idea what i could do. i have a 96 SW2 1.7 DOHC. When it reaches colder weather outside and once the car has been sitting for more than 8 or so hours, It has a hard time running, it starts and then immediatley begins to Choke and most of the time is dies, I Normally have to hold the accelerator down and run the engine at around 3000rpm to get it to keep running so it will warm up...cont...
when i do this it does not show the voltage and when i turn the key to crank it over it reads the voltage at around 12 v does that mean its good or not
My understanding is that you set it to the range you are expecting to see. For example, if you are expecting a reading of ~12 volts, set it to the range that includes 12 volts. On my multimeter/voltmeter that range is 0 to 20 in the DC area of the device (for automotive checks).
Dude, you're video is the only place I've been able to locate the fuel pump connector -- not the Chilton nor the Haynes manuals show you precisely where this is. Thanks!
i really like your videos. thanks for helping people out there with simply to use instructions!
saturnfan 1 month ago
2002 S Series - I see 3 wires, Grey, Purple (Middle) and Black with white stripe. Bad fuel pump?... Bad Fuel Pump I am asking?
skimntdan 4 months ago
@skimntdan Sorry i did not get back to you sooner i just got back my internet from the recent Halloween snowstorm can i still help you.
richpin06a 3 months ago
2002 S Series - I see 3 wires, Grey, Purple (Middle) and Black with white stripe.
Only one with power is Purple with Key on. Black is ground and checks out. All other power checks out x 3 videos you have produced on Fuel pump troubleshooting. No pressure at Rail, car will not start or runs about 3 seconds. No power in grey wire. Confused about Grey wire not having power. Everything forward of it does. Bad fuel pump
skimntdan 4 months ago
Sites for no fuel pump, door chijme, dome lights, electric door locks:
2carpros.com/questions/1997-saturn-sc1-intermittent-no-start-stall-after-start-up
1PositiveGuy 7 months ago
If you have no fuel pump, door chime, dome lights, electric door locks the problem is probably the Instrument Panel Jucntion Block (IPJB). I fixed my 1999 SL1 by just wiggiling the IPJB, but I'm checking on a more permanent fix by fixing the electrial connection or replacing the IPJB. Check these sites:
1PositiveGuy 7 months ago
@1PositiveGuy Thank you for sharing.
richpin06a 7 months ago
how do check ground on the circuit
orgcrew1 1 year ago
thank you so much for the great and knowledgable information. It helped fix my problem after paying a lot to troubleshoot the problem and still getting no real solution. Your video enabled me to solve my own problem and saved me money. Thank you
juneyboy100 1 year ago
New update - I have just solved my chime, radio, defroster problem by wiggling the "chime box". Now I just need some fuel to flow to the engine. As I stated before, I am getting 11 volts at the grey wire in the truck. Do you believe that means my fuel pump is bad ????
bslotab4 2 years ago
Have someone turn the key while you listen for the pump.If you can not hear it from underneath try removing the gas cap.
richpin06a 2 years ago
@bslotab4 I'm having the same issues.. where and what did you wiggle for the "chime box" any help would be greatful. I just installed a brand new fuel pump and I'm still not getting anything.. nor does the radio, defrost, cig light, etc work
MdRcRacing 1 year ago
Also, I am having just about the same problem that someone in your step 2 commented on. My door chime, radio, and rear defrogger also quit. The dome light still works though. He mentioned replacing the fuse panel. Is this the panel behind the radio with the prongs, or the connenting parts that the wires are connected to.
Thanks for your help.
bslotab4 2 years ago
Ok, I tried that. It seems if you turn the key to try to start it, I get about 11 volts. Does this mean that I am getting power all the way to the fuel Pump ??
bslotab4 2 years ago
Mr. Richpin - Thanks for the video, but I have a question. Once I connect to the grey wire, do I turn the key all the way to start, or just turn it so the blower can work ?? On your step 2, I get 12.5 volts, but am not sure where to go next.
bslotab4 2 years ago
Have some one turn the key to the run position wile you watch the meter.There should 12 volts at the gray wire for three seconds.
richpin06a 2 years ago
i have a 96 SW2 1.7 DOHC. When it reaches colder weather outside and once the car has been sitting for more than 8 or so hours, It has a hard time running, it starts and then immediatley begins to Choke and most of the time is dies, I Normally have to hold the accelerator down and run the engine at around 3000rpm to get it to keep running so it will warm up, Once its warmed up its perfect i can shut the car off and it will start back fine. fuel filter, sprak plugs and IAT sensor R&R...any ideas?
DannyDolin 2 years ago
Have you replaced the engine coolant temp sensor and its connector.
richpin06a 2 years ago
Hey Richpin, I have a Gripe on my saturn ive been struggling with, i was wondering if you might have an idea what i could do. i have a 96 SW2 1.7 DOHC. When it reaches colder weather outside and once the car has been sitting for more than 8 or so hours, It has a hard time running, it starts and then immediatley begins to Choke and most of the time is dies, I Normally have to hold the accelerator down and run the engine at around 3000rpm to get it to keep running so it will warm up...cont...
DannyDolin 2 years ago
when i do this it does not show the voltage and when i turn the key to crank it over it reads the voltage at around 12 v does that mean its good or not
kjp7793 2 years ago
My understanding is that you set it to the range you are expecting to see. For example, if you are expecting a reading of ~12 volts, set it to the range that includes 12 volts. On my multimeter/voltmeter that range is 0 to 20 in the DC area of the device (for automotive checks).
theHeraldTV 3 years ago
Yes,for automotive checks you want to be on 20 V DC.
richpin06a 3 years ago
Dude, you're video is the only place I've been able to locate the fuel pump connector -- not the Chilton nor the Haynes manuals show you precisely where this is. Thanks!
theHeraldTV 3 years ago
How do you know what setting to turn the voltmeter to? If you use the wrong setting can you damage anything?
aterminatorz 3 years ago