2002 Saturn sl1 wont start cranks. have changed crankshaft position sensor still no luck

SOURCE: 2002 saturn SL1 i.9L has

adjust the timing belt

SOURCE: 2002 saturn sl1 camshaft position sensor

I hate to tell you this, but there is not Camshaft Position Sensor on any 1.9L Single or Dual OHC. I assume you had someone read a Diagnostic Trouble Code from your PCM. They probably told you that you needed a Camshaft Position Sensor, and then offered to sell you one. I would recommend changing your spark plugs and your plug cables with FACTORY REPLACEMENTS. This will usually make the DTC go away. Aftermarket plugs and wires rarely work well for this engine. If you are looking for a CRANKSHAFT position sensor, look between the engine and transmission on the back side of the transmission. It is also known as the "transmission input speed sensor". More often than not though, your engine will not fire up if the Crank position sensor is not working. Hope this helps.

SOURCE: Saturn sl 99 will crank but won't start

i have found on that car if the temp sensor is unpluged or is bad oddly enough it wont let the car start you should check it and or replace it

SOURCE: 1999 chrysler 300m wont crank, code P0340

Sounds like the timing belt broke. Unfortunately this vehicle was not equiped with no contact valves so if that is the case you will need to have the engine and Head rebuilt. If the crank position sensor can't sense the position of the crank it should shutdown the electrical to keep you from damaging your engine.

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• Posted on Aug 24, 2012

SOURCE: Where is camshaft position sensor on 2001 Saturn

Hi there:
This vehicle doesnt have a camshaft position sensor, it uses the crankshaft position sensor .. image link HERE.

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