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#122 of 171 Re: 2003 saturn vue transmission problem [slslinde] by 442dude Oct 08, 2008 (7:41 pm)
Replying to: slslinde (Oct 07, 2008 1:51 pm) I don't have personal experience with it as mine is a 5 speed manual but:   From what I've read, there are a couple of causes:    - Fluid level - make sure the trans is HOT and then check the fluid level. Make sure its right at the hot marking. Don't over fill it. And turn the engine OFF before you check it. (I know it sounds funny to have it off to check the trans fluid but apparently its the correct way to do it)  - There was a shift recalibration for the 2-3 shift...basically the dealer flashes the memory of the computer to do the update.  - Corrosion in the wiring harness  - I've also read that the transmission valve body may need to be replaced but it seems REALLY uncommon  - If your air filter has more than 15,000 miles, change it, apparently if the filter is getting clogged the MAF gives the PCM some readings that it doesn't expect and it sometimes can cause this problem.   From what I understand, the flare is caused by the 3rd gear clutch releasing and the 4th gear clutch taking its sweet old time to engage. Its not caused by transmission slip. While its probably annoying, it shouldn't cause any damage to the trans.   Good Luck   John
#123 of 171 2004 vue by desertvue Oct 13, 2008 (8:25 am)
My heated seats stopped working... Can't seem to figure out why. I checked the fuse and it is ok. Any suggestions? Replies to this message: tidester (Oct 13, 2008 8:30 am) janrom (Oct 14, 2008 9:06 am)
#124 of 171 Re: 2004 vue [desertvue] by tidester HOST Oct 13, 2008 (8:30 am)
Replying to: desertvue (Oct 13, 2008 8:25 am) I would guess that it's either a faulty switch or thermostat. Anyone else had this problem?   tidester, host SUVs and Smart Shopper Replies to this message: janrom (Oct 14, 2008 9:06 am)
#125 of 171 Re: 2004 vue [tidester] by janrom Oct 14, 2008 (9:06 am)
Replying to: tidester (Oct 13, 2008 8:30 am) My 2004 Saturn Vue Redline had the drivers heated seat break within the first two years and right after the 35,000 warranty ran out. Since I lived in Las Vegas I didn't use it much and was frosted that the dealer told me it was the seat unit and would cost over $500 to replace the seat unit. $500 for a toasty tush seemed crazy, but the fact that it failed made me steamed everytime I thought about it. I bought a $25.00 heated seat at Pep Boys to solve me problem.   If it is still under warranty, take it back and make the dealer fix it! It's too costly to do yourself for a creature comfort.
#126 of 171 2004 Vue Transmission failure by janrom Oct 14, 2008 (9:13 am)
Can anyone tell me about a Saturn warranty to get them to replace the transmission. It failed at 91,000 miles two weeks ago while I was driving 65mph on the Parkway. The tach surged, the light went on, and the transmission died all within 15 seconds off one another.   I had it towed to a mechanic, and he said that the transmission is blown. I don't know what that involves, since some of the posts suggest that it has several components that could be at fault.   The mechanic told me that the transmission they used for the Vue Red line was a Honda racing transmission that they abandoned due to persistent failures. Does anybody have any direct knowledge about this or had a failure and resolution they could offer guidance?   Thanks
#129 of 171 Transmission fluid by aqc Oct 25, 2008 (5:56 am)
Hey Guys I need help to find where are located the part to check the transmission fluid on the saturn Vue aut 4 cil FWD ?? please if somebody can send me a picture of this area !   aaronjr01hotmail.com   thanks
#130 of 171 Engine sputtering/shaking by tpm3 Nov 15, 2008 (10:02 am)
Turned my key about 3/4's and the engine tried to start but did not completely start. As the egine was winding down I quickly turned my key back to the off position and turned it to the start position again. That's when all hell broke loose. My engine block warning light came on and my engine was sputtering and shaking. When I put it into drive and tried to move the vehicle my engine was still sputtering and shaking and I had to put the gas pedal to the floor just to advance the vehicle. Does anyone have any idea what could have happened? This happened Friday afternoon & my Vue is sitting in the Saturn dealership parking lot & won't be checked out by the Saturn folks until Monday when they will run diagnostics check ($65). Replies to this message: abnfamilyman (Dec 19, 2008 10:26 pm)
#131 of 171 2002 Saturn VUE panel removal... by marshall15 Nov 29, 2008 (10:06 pm)
I have removed many a inside door panel in my 38 years of repairing vehicles but this vehicle has to be my first stump. All I want to do is get inside the drivers door and remove the electric motor as it bit the dust right in the middle of a downpour. Most vehicles have pop off panels with careful effort but this VUE panel doesn't seem to have the same pry and snaps. Is it rocket science or do I have to remove the plastic outside panel in order to get inside the door. Would someone know what type of hold system these panels are attached with, I don't want to pry to hard for fear of cracking the panel or inserts . This is my first post on eds so hoping this be the place to get some sort of help on my dilema. I too am one of the "VUE money pitters" with air cond., trani, and electrical downfalls and am now going to try and save a little by doing somethings my self since labour costs are the real ouches. Replies to this message: WagFix60 (Jan 11, 2009 12:15 pm)

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