Battery boost for a 2000 Saturn SW

Battery boost for the 2000 Saturn SW: CarmaCars does not do this work itself. Request it and we arrange it with a trusted shop or connect you with one, and we can deliver a rental car to you while yours is in.

Combined
8.7 to 8.9 L/100 km
Body
Small Station Wagons

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2000 Saturn SW in the studio, a representative image
Representative image

A rental while yours is in the shop

CarmaCars does not do this work; you keep driving while the shop has your car. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, at our usual rates.

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The 2000 Saturn SW for battery boost

  • Body: small station wagons (EPA size class).

2000 Saturn SW: every figure

2000 Saturn SW figures by powertrain
FigurePowertrain 1Powertrain 2
Displacement1.9 L1.9 L
Cylinders44
MPG city (US)2323
MPG highway (US)3433
MPG combined (US)2727
MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure)3232
Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet)708 L (25 cu ft)708 L (25 cu ft)
Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices)US$2,500US$2,550
Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre)$2,698$2,760

Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.

What to check when buying the 2000 Saturn SW

  • NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
  • Owners filed 15 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine and engine cooling (4), electrical system (2) and seats (2). Have those parts checked before you buy.
2000 Saturn SW recall campaigns
CampaignDateComponentSummary
00V3090002000-10-12fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assemblyVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 301, "FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY." THESE VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH AN INADEQUATE VENT VALVE WELD ON THE TOP PORTION OF THE FUEL TANK.
00V3100002000-10-12power train:automatic transmission:park/neutral start interlock switchVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLES, FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 114, "THEFT PROTECTION." THESE VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH AN IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE PARK LOCK CABLE ASSEMBLY. IF IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED, IT IS POSSIBLE TO SHIFT FROM THE...
99V2970001999-10-27structure:bodyVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A CONSOLE ARMREST FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACTS." THE ARMRESTS WERE PRODUCED WITH A LATCH THAT WILL NOT WITHSTAND THE VERTICAL FORCE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD.
99V2800001999-10-20seat belts:front:anchorageVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES." SOME OF THE VEHICLES WERE PRODUCED WITH SEAT BELT SHOULDER GUIDE ANCHOR BOLTS THAT WERE NOT ADEQUATELY TIGHTENED AT THE CENTER PILLAR AND COULD FALL OUT, MAKING THE SEAT BELT...
99V2310001999-08-24service brakes, hydraulic:foundation componentsVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 135, "PASSENGER CAR BRAKE SYSTEMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE PRODUCED WITH BRAKE PIPE ATTACHMENT NUTS THAT MAY NOT BE TIGHTENED TO SPECIFICATIONS.
99V2300001999-08-23unknown or otherVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." SOME OF THESE VEHICLES WERE MANUFACTURED WITH WELDS IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL CARRIER ASSEMBLY THAT DO NOT MEET SATURN QUALITY STANDARDS.
99V2320001999-08-23structure:body:bumpersVEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 581, "BUMPER STANDARD." THESE VEHICLES WERE PRODUCED WITH REAR BUMPER FASTENERS THAT MAY BE LOOSE OR MISSING.

Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.

Arranging the work for the SW

CarmaCars does not do mechanical work, but for battery service on the 2000 Saturn SW we arrange a trusted shop. A battery that struggles in the cold is often near the end of its life.

Your SW and the shop

Mention the trim and engine in your request; parts differ between them. The shop sets its own price and time after it sees the car. Bring the owner's manual or service records if you have them. The powertrain here is the 1.9L 4-cylinder with front-wheel drive and a 5-speed manual.

Our part and the shop's part

You agree the price with the shop before any work starts. Send a request with the car and what it needs; a person replies within one business day and arranges it with a trusted shop or recommends one. The repair is between you and the shop; the rental is with us.

Keep moving meanwhile

Rent for as long as the job takes, by the day or the week. Keep moving with a rental while the shop has your car, by the day at our usual rates. Delivery to your door is available across the Toronto area.

Small things that help

Listen for new noises and mention them to the shop with as much detail as you can. Replace wiper blades when they streak; it matters in rain and snow. Keep the fuel tank above a quarter in winter.

A short checklist

Ask how long the job should take, so you know how long to rent for. Ask the shop to explain the repair in plain words before you agree. Ask for a written estimate before any work starts.

Want a price?

Describe the problem, and we arrange a trusted shop.

Request battery boost

Tell us when suits you. A person replies within one business day and arranges it with a trusted shop or recommends one; the shop sets its own price and time.

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