A few problems
agentchuckles
08-17-2005, 02:34 PM
I have a few problems with my Saturn 2000 LS1.
First, my keyless entry does not work. It started dying a few months ago. I had to push the buttons in harder and longer for it to work. Now it doesnt work at all. I have two transmitters and both, even with new batteries, do not work. How do I fix this?
Second, my gas mileage is horrible. I only get 17 mpg in the city and 24 on the highway when I should be getting 23 in the city and 33 on the highway. I recently had a 30,000 mile tuneup but that didn't fix the problem. This low mileage has been consistent since I started tracking it a year ago.
Third, my brakes squeak. Now, I understand this may be normal but that doesn't make it any less annoying. I'd understand if there was no way to remedy this but any advice on how to reduce the squeaky noises would be appreciated.
I suppose this is the end of my list of problems. Perhaps it would be easiest to take it to a mechanic. There is no Saturn dealer where I live since I moved from where I originally bought it.
Thanks for any help and advice.
First, my keyless entry does not work. It started dying a few months ago. I had to push the buttons in harder and longer for it to work. Now it doesnt work at all. I have two transmitters and both, even with new batteries, do not work. How do I fix this?
Second, my gas mileage is horrible. I only get 17 mpg in the city and 24 on the highway when I should be getting 23 in the city and 33 on the highway. I recently had a 30,000 mile tuneup but that didn't fix the problem. This low mileage has been consistent since I started tracking it a year ago.
Third, my brakes squeak. Now, I understand this may be normal but that doesn't make it any less annoying. I'd understand if there was no way to remedy this but any advice on how to reduce the squeaky noises would be appreciated.
I suppose this is the end of my list of problems. Perhaps it would be easiest to take it to a mechanic. There is no Saturn dealer where I live since I moved from where I originally bought it.
Thanks for any help and advice.
sierrap615
08-17-2005, 11:13 PM
if you replaced the batterys but the RKE does not work the transmitters may need reprogrammed. a special scantool is needed, any local GM dealership should be able to help you(bring in both transmitters). as a quick check before you go in, if you have a TV that uses a antenna and not cable. if the new GM transmitters are anything likey the older ones(like on my 95 buick). tune to channel 39, and press any button on the remote near the antenna and you should see the static change on the screen. if 39 doesn't work, try 40. if both 39 and 40 don't work, recheck the batterys. if one of the channels do work, the transmitters need reprogrammed or the vehicles RKE has a problem.
there are too many varibles for me to give you a solid quality answer about the fuel mileage. but check tires inflation, air filter, and repair any engine/tranmission/body problems. if the brake problem is caused by draging brakes, that will also affect fuel economy.
the brake squeak is most likey worn out pads and rotors. but it can be other things. you should have it checked by a shop soon.
there are too many varibles for me to give you a solid quality answer about the fuel mileage. but check tires inflation, air filter, and repair any engine/tranmission/body problems. if the brake problem is caused by draging brakes, that will also affect fuel economy.
the brake squeak is most likey worn out pads and rotors. but it can be other things. you should have it checked by a shop soon.
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