How to Test the CPS in a non-starting Saturn S-Series car

One day, your car may break down and you won't be able to afford to hire a mechanic, so what do you do... you look on the web for some how-to vehicle repair videos and become your own car mechanic, that's what. You don't need any advanced training to perform repairs and simple maintenance on your automobile, but you may need a few tools. Invest in the basic tools and you'll be prepared for just about any car malfunction you can think of. These tutorials will help get you on your way, as long as your willing.

This two-part video will show you how to test the CPS in a non-starting Saturn S-Series car. What is a CPS? The crankshaft position sensor. Testing the CPS for malfunctions is easy to do if you have the right tools. Look for a spark n the crankshaft position sensor. If there is a spark when you crank the Saturn's engine over, it probably works. If there is not spark, you'll need to replace it.