Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Radar Sensor
1992 Saturn SL1 AutomaticSECTION Radar Sensor
NOTE:
OEM may require this sensor be calibrated to the vehicle thrustline.
| Condition | Code | Procedure |
|---|---|---|
| Attaching hardware broken | A | Require repair or replacement of hardware |
| Attaching hardware corroded, affecting structural integrity | A | Require replacement of hardware |
| Attaching hardware missing | C | Require replacement of hardware |
| Attaching hardware not functioning | A | Require repair or replacement of hardware |
| Attaching hardware threads damaged | A | Require repair or replacement of hardware |
| Attaching hardware threads stripped (threads missing) | A | Require replacement of hardware |
| Connector (Weatherpack type) leaking | A | Require repair or replacement |
| Connector broken | A | Require repair or replacement |
| Connector melted | A | Require replacement |
| Connector missing | C | Require replacement |
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NOTE:
Determine cause and correct prior to replacement of part.
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| Dust boot missing | C | Require replacement of boot |
| Dust boot split | A | Require replacement of boot |
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NOTE:
If boot is not available separately, suggest replacement of sensor (reason code 2). This condition can lead to damage of the sliding magnet, which, in turn, causes premature sensor failure
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| Dust boot torn | A | Require replacement of boot |
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NOTE:
If boot is not available separately, suggest replacement of sensor (reason code 2). This condition can lead to damage of the sliding magnet, which, in turn, causes premature sensor failure.
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| Housing cracked | B | Require replacement |
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NOTE:
If boot is not available separately, suggest replacement of sensor (reason code 2). This condition can lead to damage of the sliding magnet, which, in turn, causes premature sensor failure.
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| Lead routing incorrect | B | Require rerouting according to vehicle manufacturer's specifications |
| Loose | B | Require adjustment to vehicle manufacturer's specifications |
| Missing | C | Require replacement |
| Output signal incorrect | B | Require repair or replacement |
| Terminal burned, affecting performance | A | Require repair or replacement |
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NOTE:
Determine cause and correct prior to repair or replacement of part.
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| Terminal burned, not affecting performance | 2 | Suggest repair or replacement |
| Terminal corroded, affecting performance | A | Require repair or replacement |
| Terminal corroded, not affecting performance | 2 | Suggest repair or replacement |
| Terminal loose, affecting performance | B | Require repair or replacement |
| Terminal loose, not affecting performance | 1 | Suggest repair or replacement |
| Wire lead burned | A | Require repair or replacement |
| Wire lead conductors exposed | B | Require repair or replacement |
| Wire lead open | A | Require repair or replacement |
| Wire lead shorted | A | Require repair or replacement |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.