Best car I ever owned...except for the alternator. I replaced them like clockwork...every 2 years when they failed in the middle of a Texas summer.
Saturn alternators are awful and the chances of getting two bad ones in a row are actually pretty damn good with these cars/GM.
That being said, I agree with those out there who point at the alternator. I believe this unit contains the voltage regulator also so there may be a problem there. Either way, the alternator/voltage regulator unit is my bet and it should be replaced again...with a new unit...don't go for the rebuild as the price difference isn't worth the trouble.
Belt tension regulator may cause a squeal...not expensive to change.
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