A burning smell is one of the most troublesome problems you can experience in a vehicle. If your Saturn Relay has a burning smell, there are many potential causes. Typically, the smell is caused by some type of fluid (oil, trans fluid, etc…) hitting the exhaust or other hot parts of the engine or … Read more
The engine burning oil is one of the most common problems that a vehicle can encounter, particularly one with high mileage. If your Saturn Relay is burning oil it is typically caused by piston rings or valve guides. How Much Oil Consumption is Normal? Most auto manufacturers are hesitant to tell you … Read more
P0463 is a moderately common OBDII trouble code that can occur in your Saturn Relay. It indicates that the vehicles computer has detected an inaccurate fuel level reading. It shouldn’t affect the drivability of your Relay, but it can be inconvenient. Your Relay will get the P0463 code when the signal coming from the … Read more
One of the more jarring vehicle problems that you can experience is a backfire. It sounds like a shotgun blast and can scare you if you’re not prepared for it. If your Saturn Relay is backfiring, common causes include improper engine timing, bad spark plugs, engine running rich, and plug wires (if so equipped). … Read more
If you’ve recently checked your Saturn Relay’s coolant, and it looks almost like it has butter in it, then you probably have oil in it. Oil in your coolant is most often caused by a blown head gasket. It can also be caused by a cracked head or even a bad radiator (well sorta, you’d … Read more
One of the worst problems that can happen to your Saturn Relay is overheating. Common symptoms of overheating include smoke coming from under the hood, a pegged temperature gauge, and (eventually) a blown head gasket. If your Relay is overheating, stop driving it immediately to avoid damaging the engine. Ignoring an overheating engine can lead … Read more
Your Saturn Relay’s windows protect you from the elements, and they protect the interior from damage. If your window won’t go up, there are a few common issues that can cause this problem. These include a blown fuse, bad window motor, wiring issues, and the switch. Power Window Won’t Go Up Causes: Saturn Relay … Read more
Your Saturn Relay’s brake system is the most important safety feature on the vehicle. Without a reliable braking system, it is dangerous to keep driving your Relay. A brake fluid leak is a serious problem. It is usually caused by a failure of a seal, brake line, master cylinder reservoir, and a few other … Read more
Your Saturn Relay‘s ignition switch is one of the most vital items on the entire vehicle. If it fails, the entire vehicle won’t be able to run. We’ve compiled some of the most common symptoms of a bad ignition switch. These include stalling issues, not starting, and no power to the radio or accessories. Function of an … Read more
If your Saturn Relay has a faulty throttle body, it can cause it to run terribly. Common symptoms of a bad throttle body include dirt and grime, the check engine light, and an erratic idle. Your Relay’s throttle body controls the amount of air that enters the engine. You control the throttle body position with … Read more