Two problems related to software have been reported for the 2002 Saturn LS. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Electronic controle computer shorted out. Stopped working at 92000mi. Alarm did not work, key fob did not work, transmission inter lock would not disengage, fuel gauge did not work, temp gauge did not work, no instrument lights, high beam lamp on pass. Side inop. , flickering headlights and dash lights reported multiple times to Saturn of abilene, TX. Told it's a known problem, but Saturn doesn't know the fix. Saturn of temple reported there was a short under the fuse box on the driver's side which shorted out the bcm, horn, high beam and turn signal switch. Cost: $600 for issues brought to their attention multiple times while under warranty.
The contact owns a 2002 Saturn l300. While driving the vehicle at various speeds, the exterior lights remain illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the switches for all the lights on the vehicle needed to be replaced. The check engine light was illuminated because the engine module computer needed to be replaced along with other sensors. The contact also stated that the oil housing failed. While getting an oil change at jiffy lube, the contact was informed that the oil housing screw was loose and the filter could not be changed. The current mileage was 82,564 and failure mileage was 500.