How do i replace the ignition switch on a 99 saturn sl1?

check and test ignition switch and neutral safety switch

There are too many functions that the ignition switch controls to be replaced with a toggle switch.

IT IS LOCATED ON THE LEFT END OF THE CYLINDER HEAD (DRIVERS SIDE )

96-99 SL1, SC1, SW1. Avoid the 2 models, they are DOHC and have different gear ratios

if it is an SL1 it has a SOHC 1.9L. Basically the same engine was in all saturns 91-99, just different heads. the Sl2 had double over head cam and the Sl1 had SOHC.

If the wrong cut key was used you are probly going to have to replace the ignition lock cylinder as the tumblers may be bent or the interior of the lock cylinder bent. Also recommend you replace the key. Thank you, bluebirdmate

The SL2 is a DOHC 1.9L and the SL1 is a SOHC 1.9L. They have different transmissions, the DOHC uses a 15 inch wheel while the SOHC has a 14 inch wheel. So when you are shopping around for another transmission you must get one from the same type of engine. Saturn auto transmissions seem to be problematic, I stuck with the manual trannys and had very good luck.

I do not think that is possible, you must remove the cover to see and align the marks. I just replaced timing chain on a 99 SL1 I sold to a friend, and it was off one tooth from the factory. That assumes that no one ever changed it before, has 175,000 miles.

That I'm not sure about yet. Do me a favor and pull the trany dipstick and put your nose really close to the fluid on the stick and see if it smells burnt.and is the fluid red or brown.

Try charging the battery or jumping the car, your alternator could be shot and not charging the battery.