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.
2001 Saturn SW2 AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Specifications Index
"S" SERIES SPECIFICATIONS INDEX
| System | Specification/Procedure | |
|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | ||
| Service | SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Axle Nut/Hub Nut | 148 Ft. Lbs. (200 N.m) | |
| Battery | NA | |
| Brakes | ||
| Bleeding Sequence | RR, LF, LR, RF also see BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM |
|
| Disc Brakes | DISC BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Drum Brakes | DRUM BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Charging | ||
| Generator | ON-VEHICLE TESTING | |
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Drive Belts | ||
| Adjustment | BELT ADJUSTMENT | |
| Belt Routing | SERPENTINE BELT ROUTING & ALIGNMENT | |
| Engine Cooling | ||
| General Service Specifications | COOLING SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Radiator Cap Pressure | 15 psi | |
| Thermostat R & I | NA | |
| Water Pump R & I | WATER PUMP | |
| Engine Mechanical | ||
| Compression | ENGINE COMPRESSION | |
| Oil Pressure | Oil pressure should be 13 psi (.91 kg/cm2 ) at curb idle and 36 psi (2.5 kg/cm2 ) at 2000 RPM. | |
| Overhaul | ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Fluid Specifications | See FLUIDS under MAINTENANCE tab | |
| Flywheel/Flex Plate Torque | ||
| Flexplate | 44 Ft. Lbs. (60 N.m) | |
| Flywheel | 59 Ft. Lbs. (80 N.m) | |
| Fuel System | ||
| Pressure Specification | 40-55 psi (2.9-3.9 kg/cm2
) ignition ON and engine OFF |
|
| Fuel Pressure Test Procedure | FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE TEST (SATURN) | |
| Ignition | ||
| Firing Order & Cylinder Identification | FIRING ORDER & CYLINDER IDENTIFICATION | |
| Ignition Wires (Resistance) | 1500-15,000 Per Ft. | |
| Ignition Wires (Routing) | See appropriate illustration under FIRING ORDER | |
| Spark Plug | ||
| Type | SOHC NGK BKR4EA-11 DOHC NGK BKR5EA-11 |
|
| Gap | 0.040 In. (1.0 mm) | |
| Torque | 20 Ft. Lbs. (27 N.m) | |
| Starting | ||
| Starter | STARTER SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Wheel Alignment | ||
| Adjustment Specifications | WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Wheel & Tire | ||
| Wheel Lug Nut Torque | 103 Ft. Lbs. (140 N.m) | |
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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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