Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Connector Replacement (updated)

Saturn s-series Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Connector Replacement

Category:

Autos & Vehicles

Tags:

• Saturn
• s-series
• Engine
• Coolant
• Temperature
• Sensor
• Connector
• Replacement
• richpin

[MrRaiders6769]

Thanks Rich. Should I do the whole kit or just the chain ?

[richpin06a]

@MrRaiders6769 Differently the whole kit.

[MrRaiders6769]

yeah, when I put my ear real close to the cam cover right next to those 3 screws near the top engine mount it sounds the loudest. Almost like the chain is slapping off something.

[richpin06a]

@MrRaiders6769 If that is the case it sounds like you have a worn chain.When they get this bad it sounds like a diesel engine because the chain is loose and slapping against the cover.When it gets this bad do not wait to long to fix it because it is just a matter of time before it snaps or jumps.

[LucidDreamTricks]

Thanks for posting this. My car was dieing because this connector was loose. It looks like you can also get the part on the internet, part number 1P1439. Probably cheaper at a junk yard though.

[richpin06a]

@MrRaiders6769 The best way to check this is to use a stethoscope to pinpoint the noise.If the noise is loudest at the end of the motor near the top mount then there is a very good chance that the timing chain is faulty.

[MrRaiders6769]

@richpin06a The one big problem I`m having is that my engine sounds like a Diesel Engine. it`s not so loud off a cold start but gets louder when engine is up to temp. Some people say it`s the Timing Chain and some say it`s my lifters. Which one is easier to fix ? The only code that ever comes back is the knock sensor code with no check engine light. If I make a clear video of the sound while engine running could you give me your best guess ? Or what do i need to do to check the both ?

[MrRaiders6769]

Well I have that Haynes repair manual. It has quality detailed information. Seams like it`s maybe a four hour job. Probably easier with two people.

[richpin06a]

@MrRaiders6769 Now that's one job i have not done yet on the s-series.It is pretty involved so i would prefer to do it on the two Saturns i have first.

[MrRaiders6769]

OK, thanks for all the expert advice Rich. As always I`ll continue to spread the word for people to click on the ads to try to give you something back. BTW, I may be working in Nantucket with my wife next summer. If I go would you like to do a video on replacing a DOHC timing chain kit with my Saturn SL2 ?