Saturn Head Gasket,Water Pump Replacement Part 1

Saturn Head Gasket,Water Pump Replacement Part 1
Disclaimer:
This video is not meant to be a definitive how to.Always consult a professional repair manual before starting your repair.I am not responsible for any problems that you might incur by watching or following this video.Follow at your own risk.

[@spacesuitor]

HAVE i TOLD YOU LATELY THAT i LOVE YOU? Richpin, your videos are a source of comfort in a world made of plastics and steel.

[@mazzmari]

Rich, I love watching your repair videos because you are so methodical and organized. Great job on this video.

[@SaturnMan2012]

a lot of things factor in also. Staying clean and organized. Unexpectedly, bolts, tools and parts can break. Then there is traffic or waiting for mail delivery. Weather is always an issue. Rich is also videoing this stuff, that itself can be a nightmare. If you have a family to raise that is definitely an issue of time. If you want it done to perfection you need to take your time to get it right. Good job Richpin !!!!!

[@patrickbateman4425]

This video helped me so much to replace my timing chain thank you so much for making my good boy francis be healthy again

[@RichpinTv]

Glad i could help.

[@michaelcolburn4864]

Great video. Just completed this job. Replaced valve guides and engine mount while at it. Really helped an old carpenters confidence.

[@ragoo43]

I made several repairs and fix a few issues watching your videos. Thanks 2002 Saturn SL1

[@wd8dsb]

Hi Richpin, Just removed and installed cylinder head 2 times within a month on my 1996 Saturn SW1 which has 261,000 miles and wanted to thank you for your excellent video showing how to remove the cylinder head. First time I tried to repair my cracked cylinder head with JB weld (oil going into the coolant) which did not work, so second time I installed a rebuilt cylinder head, and as you would say it's now "purring like a kitten".

[@buskid627]

Just wanted to say thanks for the video. I own a '96 Saturn SL2 and need to replace the idler pulley. Your video helps me understand what is involved in this procedure.

[@LynxStarAuto]

Some times your past revisits you. My first gig in the industry was at Saturn from 2001-2003. Then I moved on and been specializing on European cars since. My gf's sister just get her car a 2001 SL vin 8 with. Blown head gasket due to failed pump. Thought these cars were behind me, thanks for the vid brought back memories...

[@shaunsmith9526]

I recently replaced a cracked head on my wife's SL1 and followed the manual carefully and this video to help interpret some sticky points. Fantastic video!! Here are some things I learned along the way. 1. Didn't remove alternator. I can see how it could have made removal of some of the intake manifold nuts easier, but I don't think that's a necessary step. 2. Timing chain. I went ahead and replaced it. Every repair manual I have walks through installation based on the 2 timing marks. Every after-market timing kit comes with 3 timing marks. I struggled on that, and couldn't find any documentation on the third timing Mark. I ended up counting links and making my own timing Mark with a drop of nail polish. 3. I am very hesitant to use a tap to rechase the threads for the head bolts. I've seen too many destroyed threads this way. I used a gun barrel swab, bore cleaner, and compressed air to make that channel as clean as possible. 4. The pulley on the drive shaft. Mother of God that is hard to break lose. 5. Good opportunity to replace front seal, clean out air injection system, and egr channel passage.

[@pcofranc]

Nice work. I'm in the middle of the battle right now on my '97 SW2.

[@ryansauto93]

You're awesome Rich, I love your videos. Extremely thorough and full of great information as usual. Keep them coming

[@RichpinTv]

Remove the crankshaft pulley,transmission stiffener,lower the exhaust pipe remove the pan bolts and cut the sealer on the pan then remove it.

[@ghvette]

richpin, thank you so much for yet another great video!

[@hp11208]

Big job, we were waiting for

[@stingrayl88]

Great video! I know you work on "everything", but please continue making Saturn S-Series videos. Again, great video!

[@labattsipa]

gonna love this one, just acquired a 02 sl1 and just changed out all engine and transmission mounts as well as both torque thrust mounts. all were bad. when replacing the engine mount, i noticed that the timing cover is cracked where the mount is bolted to it. crack is from fwd mount and migrating towards the center mount. also crack can be seen on the fwd face of the engine cover.. oh, to find a replacement cover,,off to the junkyard and use you video as a guide,, thanks rich.

[@RichpinTv]

Yes it is the same block.The automatic transmissions are different as is the computer to make the transmission work.

[@thec4ke]

Wow Rich.. I always though a SOHC head gasket job was the one major thing missing from S-Series maintenance videos. Now here it is. You're getting awful close to having an entire S-Series video service manual. :) Glad to see you're still working on Saturns occasionally!

[@RichpinTv]

The timing chain and sprockets are different because it has two camshafts.

[@RichpinTv]

I would highly recommend you replace the valve covers gaskets on your sc2 because of the fact that if the old ones do not seal you could get oil down the spark plug wells.

[@RichpinTv]

One hose goes to the evap purge solenoid i am not sure about the other it could be the egr if you have 95 or earlier. Important Update: Jan 1 2013 there will be a new richpin channel for all future videos.Richpin06a channel will be solely for all the Saturn lovers out there.Should be a lot of fun so stay tuned.

[@RichpinTv]

On the block i use a razor blade on the pan i use air wire brush.

[@michaelburt4719]

Ur vids helped me alot and learn alot from u. Thanks :-)

[@RichpinTv]

Most jacks have a metal head and the oil pan is light metal so we use wood because it will not deform the pan.

[@RichpinTv]

The wood is under the strut and push back to the bracket.

[@ItsAlwaysRusty]

Great Vid as usual. Great to see you back..

[@RichpinTv]

I am glad you like them.

[@DaDa-ud6fr]

I wish bolts came out easy like your bolts. This job takes a long time, plan on spending the whole day if not more.

[@MisterMattyMo]

Awesome video rich, as always!

[@RichpinTv]

@jtk159 I tape the bolts to the parts i take off when possible and the ones i can not i tape with a number corresponding to my sheet of paper with the number steps on it.

[@pcofranc]

I just got passed the timing cover. I fought with the cover for a good 1.5 hrs before I found the upper of the two "center bolts". I jacked up the motor a few inches to make it easier to access. Crank pulley bolt - took some effort as my compressor is running off a 70' 3/8 hose. I had to crank the pressure to 170psi.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Well done !! Cant wait for pt 2

[@2730yah]

Wow this was a great watch for me, even though U do not have a Saturn.

[@monkeydude3987]

Great video as always Rich; looks like that car was run pretty hard before you got to it!

[@RichpinTv]

Yes not a lot of maintenance.

[@nickh007]

@ItsAlwaysRusty if your talking about when he took the water pump off, its was mucky and nasty due to oil getting in the coolant from the blown head gasket

[@stormer1092]

@RandallFlaggNY oh check the tail pipe for any black material and move it in your hand and if it streaks its oil.

[@michaelburt4719]

Really enjoy ur vids, keep them coming

[@12thpanzerHJ]

my compressor was a PITA to get out. Still dont have it fully out, but for u 99' saturn Sl owners, ur gonna have fdun with this one.

[@RandallFlaggNY]

@stormer1092 I consumes a quart less than every 500 miles. But I've checked and can find no oil burning. The engine leaks like a colander though. It could use a re-build, if only to clean the block and replace the gaskets.

[@RichpinTv]

Besides the torque wrench it just basic metric sockets and box wrenches.

[@frankmorgan8244]

Great video as always, if it weren't for you I would not be driving. On this video I noticed oil had gotten into the coolant and I have the same problem so I am going to replace the head because you suggested a cracked head and you are the Saturn Guru. My question is can you make a video on how you removed all the oil from the coolant system please as this has become an all too common problems with Saturns. I'm working on a 1998 Sl1, is it necessary to change the radiator?

[@laserfalcon]

Excellent presentation

[@kdeh21803]

I have a 1998 SC2 with the 1.9 DOHC engine and I need to replace the Valve Stem Seals, but there is no video showing the procedure and I like to watch a video before doing a job....can you point me toward one?

[@drezzboss]

Any advice on a 2002 1.9 dohc? I can't get this crankshaft pulley off and I'm worried about messing something up

[@roro560v8]

Great job ...wating for part tow

[@robertwilliams9466]

thank you for the info what is best way to get rtv off it since there is no gasket?

[@joshp2424]

hey richpin love all your videos good source of direction when im stuck. hope you have a video of the saturn subframe removel.thanks richpin.aloha from hawaii

[@RichpinTv]

Removing the subframe was one of the things on the Saturn i have not got to.

[@boomababe7482]

Hey do you have to remove the water pump to complete the job I'm having trouble getting the last two bolts on the side out.

[@RichpinTv]

A leak down test should be able to narrow down the problem.

[@billymach4]

looking forward to part 2

[@SaturnMan2012]

Well I ended up taking the pulley part off. For some reason my engine will not move strait up when I raise it with wood under the pan. Tricky to get the cover out. I have not a clue how to get it back on with RTV on it. The diesel sound was from a stuck plunger. I can only close it in and out by applying pressure to the lock up wards and when I let go it locks in any position. Found tiny broken guide parts in oil pan with metallic like sludge ?????????????

[@stormer1092]

@RandallFlaggNY really...! You have some good luck. I always see those things burning oil.

[@RichpinTv]

Good question,can you do a leak down test and confirm were the lost is.

[@SaturnMan2012]

This video will help me out a lot so I can check all my timing chain parts. Do I have to take off the water pump to get the timing cover off ? I`m thinking of taking that mount bracket off to have more room since this is my first time ever attempting major internal engine repairs. I'm more nervous of the ultra grey silicone bead than anything.

[@Simk1d]

Definetly Waiting on part 2 :)

[@RichpinTv]

I thought it was easier the way i did it here but leaving the head on is not to bad ether.

[@rennoc58]

He sometimes sounds like Peter Griffin from family guy lol

[@hondamagnaperformanc]

what are you trying to do jack the whole car up with the oil pan? You pull the jack head off or throw a piece of plywood on top of the head if your so worried about getting a dent in your oil pan.

[@toddgilmore118]

You must have the patience of a saint... you never swear or slam shit all pissed off trying to work on these things. You make it look so easy!! What would a typical garage charge to replace a head gasket?

[@RichpinTv]

+Todd Gilmore I am not sure the price for a head gasket replacement but it must be a pretty penny.

[@omarG19100]

@richpin06a. i sure will. i thought bout swappin tht sensor the 1st time but wasnt convinced it was transmission related. specially after replacing both the speed sensors on the tranny. but. i drove it on the high way last nite and my lady noticed the differ. She asked " NOW WHAT U DO?" "FEELS LIKE ITS GOIN FASTER" lol

[@ablackformula]

Richpin, this guide has helped me greatly. I just replaced a head gasket on my 01 sl 1.9 sohc, due to oil leaking from the pressurized oil supply to the head (just behind the water pump.) Everything cleaned up nicely, I couldn't fit any feeler gauges under a straight edge on the block deck or head surface, and I followed the torque specs exactly using new bolts. The oil leak was gone for 80 miles, and now appears to be just as bad as before. I'm suspecting a possible blockage in the head, giving the pressurized oil nowhere to go, but there are no noises associated with lack of oil to the valvetrain. What gives? Have you ever come across this issue? Any advice?

[@RichpinTv]

@mazzmari Thank you my friend.

[@SaturnMan2012]

Yes sir, with all honesty, that idea had crossed my mind. I just have a strong feeling that I`m going to get RTV all over everything including me if I do it the other way.

[@SaturnMan2012]

Hey Rich, when I insert the 1 x 1 x 2 inch block of wood to support the engine, do I put the wood under the strut mount only or push it so it goes under the back part of the strut support bracket also ? I don't mean to sound so technical. However, I know how important only a 1/4 to a 1/2 inch or so can make on these babies.

[@RichpinTv]

I like to put the rtv on the engine not the cover.

[@leroysorber2661]

What would cause high vacumme pressure from intake to pcv???

[@RichpinTv]

I do not work on them that much but i will see.

[@x99j]

that coolant was nasty! nice vid!

[@RichpinTv]

All s-series were made in Spring Hill,TN

[@mdgmasterchief6617]

I own a Saturn sl2 2002 for 6 yrs, has 176k miles and would like to get it rebuilt. How much would you charge rich?

[@inlinesicks]

Unfortunately I don't have a leak down tester. But another odd thing was that the spark plug wells on cylinders 1 and 2 were completely full of oil and also were the ones with very low compression, I wonder if it has any correlation or just a weird coincidence. Also for the brief time I drove it on 2 cylinders it had what sounded like detonation during acceleration.

[@samuelbrainsample]

I've replaced the water pump in my '99 SC1. Was this a problem of coolant not circulating around the engine or low coolant because of the leak?

[@anaharris3717]

We can't seem to get the crankshaft pulley bolt out, we have air tools and nothing. Any sugestions on what else we can do?

[@RichpinTv]

I personalty like the pre formed gasket

[@inlinesicks]

I have a 92 sl2 with an odd compression problem, it was running perfectly fine until I stopped at a red light and it started missing really bad. I got home and looked into it and cylinders 1-2 have 30psi and 3-4 have 125psi. It wasn't overheating and the timing looks fine. The fluids aren't mixed at all and were all full and clean. When I took a wet compression test I got 125psi on 1-2 and 250psi on 3-4. That would seem to indicate pistons/rings but why would that just happen all of a sudden?

[@monstercrackhead]

awesome tutorial man,thanks.

[@RichpinTv]

No just let the engine cool down that will give the oil time to drain back to the pan.SOHC 22 ft-lbs DOHC 89 in-lbs

[@WCephei77HD]

Hi there, could you please tell me something?.... If I go to replace the timing chain do I need to replace new gasket on the top engine cover? My car is a saturn sc2 1999

[@omarG19100]

@richpin06a i want to change the valve cover gasket but do i have to drain oil 1st? I ask cause i dont want to make a vac by opening the to like i did the tranny valvecover gasket., and is there a torque spec for the bolts(i think T20) tht hold the cover down?

[@bwcurley]

What types of tools would be absolutely necessary for a job like this? My wife's 97 Saturn has a blown head gasket and possibly bad piston rings. I would like to get in there and fix it all at once, but need to know what tools I may have to buy before I delve into this project. I have a good deal of tools and I know at a minimum I'll need to get a hold of a torque wrench.

[@america10ism]

do i need to remove all those parts to replace only the water pump by itself ...?Rich

[@thisoldguy64]

good information,and video.thanks

[@carolkirk8164]

Hi .. i am putting my car back together and cant figure out where a tube goes.. if u go to ur video at about 8:53. on the part that says V4088 on that part there is a rubber thing that 2 tubes come out one goes down behind and the other goes ( no idea forgot) i broke the tube and replaced it. can u tell me where the OTHER tube goes. please please help me

[@RichpinTv]

You do not have to remove the water pump to remove the timing cover.

[@Devo1987]

Does anyone know what way direction the lifter hole goes on a 98 saturn sl1 ?

[@NiiCo415]

Is the crank pulley the same s the power steering pulley?

[@RichpinTv]

On the S-series they are quite different.

[@newyorktrini]

Will these instructions work for a 97 sc1? I'm mostly concerned with the timing and disassembly.

[@codyesmay7240]

"I thought I was going to have to wack that thing off."

[@billypatterson47ify]

Cant Get my exhaust manifold back on over the studs any suggestions??

[@dodden1]

Hi Rich, Would just re-torquing the head reseal the head gasket? Tony

[@debrajackson5294]

Hello, Rich Debra Jackson: I have an 1997 Saturn SC 1, my coolant is mixing with oil with a milk like substances forming in the cooling container. I don't know to get it flush first, or check the themostrat or check head. Need help.

[@MrAtomtj1]

HI I HAVE SATURN 1999 SL1 WHIT 170K MILES WHET I CHECK COOLET A SEE oil in the water container is colored black lead tecture is like the milkshake the car does not overheat and no smoke car is running fine at this moment i read on the Internet that may be a crack in the head is there any way to fix this without changing the head? sorry for my English

[@monroe32f]

I have a 97 saturn sc2 code p0304. I have Change out wires n spark plug. Change out coil pack. Have try to take out injectors line to clean it could not get line out. Need help.

[@pcofranc]

I have a '97. Don't bother remove the injectors. I took mine out while doing the head gasket and they were spotless at 158K miles. Consider replacing the ignition module (under the coil packs) and cleaning the EGR.

[@MrRataaaron]

you have family guy voice.

[@norcoatomik1]

Haha he kinda does that's funny how ya point that out . Lolol

[@southpawko1991]

lol I was thinking that too. We found Peter Griffen.

[@GDoggxProducer]

It's because everyone on family is a Yankee 😂🤦🏼‍♂️

[@RichpinTv]

It is similar.

[@Gordow302]

I have a 98 SL1 and I want to take out the intake manifold because it has a lot of build up. I was wondering if I can just take the manifold out without moving the motor to the from and/or draining the coolant? Thanks!

[@richpin3041]

Coolant flow through the intake so you will have to drain some.

[@pcofranc]

You don't need to lift the motor. But it is a lot of work. You also have to disconnect the fuel rail. You might want to replace the orings on the injectors. I've got mine off right now because I'm replacing the head gasket.

[@Gordow302]

thanks man!

[@big3053]

hello rich I have sl1 96 its over heating now before dat I change. radiator at shop n 2012 an they put sealer in it plus I change water pump n 2013 now gauge gos str to red win driven has sealer go bad

[@RichpinTv]

+big fro Is the fan behind the radiator working.

[@big3053]

yes fans working

[@bryanjohnson8162]

I need help disassembling my car that means seeing disassembling of the car not bits and pieces here and there!!

[@flagsway]

good one