Subject: | Severe Engine Misfire on Paired Cylinders (1 and 4 or 2 and 3), DTCs P0300 - P0304 2.2L 4 cyl (L61) Revised Repair Procedure (Replace Ignition Cassette, Install New Spark Plug, Reprogram PCM if Needed) |
Models: | 2002 and 2003 Saturn L-Series with 2.2L 4 Cylinder Engine (VIN F - RPO L61) - Built Up To and Including VIN Breakpoint 3Y541043 |
Some customers may comment on severe engine misfire.
Internal ignition module failures may be influenced by interaction between spark plug characteristics and PCM software.
Once condition has been verified as an ignition module failure, install revised part number spark plugs, check and/or replace PCM calibration and replace ignition cassette.
Important: All four spark plugs should be the same part number.
- | Trans: | A/T | A/T | M/T | M/T |
Emission: | Federal | California | Federal | California | |
Old Calibration: | 12218983 | 12218993 | 12218963 | 12218973 | |
12217943 | 12217953 | 12217923 | 12217933 |
- | Trans: | A/T | A/T | M/T | M/T |
Emission: | 50 States | - | 50 States | - | |
Old Calibration: | 12579044 | - | 12579043 | - |
Part Number | Description | Qty |
---|---|---|
12569190 | SPARK PLUG ASM | 4 |
12569276 | Ignition Cassette Assembly | 1 |
To receive credit for this repair during the warranty coverage period, submit a claim through the Saturn Dealer System for J4345 (Coil, Electronic Ignition Module - Replace). "Add times" are provided for Spark Plug replacement and PCM reprogramming. If another procedure is performed, refer to the appropriate Electronic Labor Time Guide for the correct Labor Operation Code and Time.