Battery Problems of Saturn SL1

Saturn SL1 owners have reported 2 problems related to battery (under the electrical system category). The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Battery problem of the 2001 Saturn SL1

Failure Date: 08/19/2003

Ac delco car battery positive terminal fell off the battery, causing car to not start and battery acid to drip on cables under battery. Battery needed to be replaced. My research reveals this is not an uncommon experience with ac delco batteries.

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2 Battery problem of the 1998 Saturn SL1

When accelerating transmission doesn't shift into gear. Also, battery is leaking fluid, deteriorating wire harness to transmission. Dealer stated problem will reoccur because wires do not have a protective covering.

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