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.
2000 Saturn LS1 L4-2.2L VIN FFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Service Procedure
1. Inspect vehicle VIN and verify campaign involvement through your AS400 system. Not all vehicles within the below listed VIN ranges require the upgraded BCM software.
^ If vehicle is a 2000 model year and VIN matches the enclosed VIN listing in this bulletin, verify campaign eligibility using National Vehicle History (NVH). If the vehicle is involved, it will be necessary to reprogram the BCM. Proceed to step 2.
^ If vehicle is a 2001 model year within the following VIN break point 1Y500033-1Y592298, verify campaign eligibility using National Vehicle History (NVH). If the vehicle is involved, it will be necessary to reprogram the BCM. Proceed to step 2.
^ If vehicle is a 2002 model year within the following VIN break point 2Y500044-2Y544909, verify campaign eligibility using National Vehicle History (NVH). If the vehicle is involved, it will be necessary to reprogram the BCM. Proceed to step 2.
Notice
Saturn Service Stall System (SSS), software version 10.5 or greater is required in order to reprogram BCM.
2. Reprogram BCM with new BCM Calibration. Refer to BCM Programming in the Service Programming System section of the Service Stall System (SSS)/Tech 2 User Guide for reprogramming procedures.
3. Affix Campaign Completion Label on a clean and dry surface of radiator core support, in an area clearly visible when hood is raised. (For more information, refer to Campaign Completion Label.)
^ If vehicle is a 2000 model year and VIN matches the enclosed VIN listing in this bulletin, verify campaign eligibility using National Vehicle History (NVH). If the vehicle is involved, it will be necessary to reprogram the BCM. Proceed to step 2.
^ If vehicle is a 2001 model year within the following VIN break point 1Y500033-1Y592298, verify campaign eligibility using National Vehicle History (NVH). If the vehicle is involved, it will be necessary to reprogram the BCM. Proceed to step 2.
^ If vehicle is a 2002 model year within the following VIN break point 2Y500044-2Y544909, verify campaign eligibility using National Vehicle History (NVH). If the vehicle is involved, it will be necessary to reprogram the BCM. Proceed to step 2.
Notice
Saturn Service Stall System (SSS), software version 10.5 or greater is required in order to reprogram BCM.
2. Reprogram BCM with new BCM Calibration. Refer to BCM Programming in the Service Programming System section of the Service Stall System (SSS)/Tech 2 User Guide for reprogramming procedures.
3. Affix Campaign Completion Label on a clean and dry surface of radiator core support, in an area clearly visible when hood is raised. (For more information, refer to Campaign Completion Label.)
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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.
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