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#45 of 56 Re: SC 1 intermittent No-start problem [kingcat] by jarheadwarren Oct 28, 2008 (4:25 am)
Replying to: kingcat (Jun 09, 2008 10:34 pm) I don't need a computer to tell you what is wrong with you sons car. It's the pass-lock theft deterent system. my Ion has one and on occassion it does the same thing even though I had the dealership replace it while it was under warranty. Good luck
#46 of 56 2003 saturn vue will not start by slslinde Nov 02, 2008 (6:13 am)
I t started i put my vue at a steeper incline! the next day i attemt to start it would not! It turns over like it want s to but does not made several attempts what in order what should i do for trouble shooting!
#47 of 56 2003 Saturn vue wont start by kathyw1970 Dec 30, 2008 (1:43 pm)
Hi I am having problems with my 2003 saturn vue...its got 160,000 miles and its a 5 speed..no power door locks or windows if that matters...it started like a month ago while I was driving it my dash lights started blinking on and off then the dash lights went compleatly out and my service engine light and security light was on...I got it home and shut it down tried to start it and it would start for like a second and the shut off....my husband disconected the battery over night and the next day it was fine....a few weeks later it did the same thing again only this time the dash lights and no power steering but it still ran...so again he disconected the battery and it was fine ...just went out to run to the store and nothing wont start no power at all except the service engine soon light flickers a little...is it dead for good now? Replies to this message: trinisaturn (Dec 30, 2008 2:09 pm)
#48 of 56 Re: 2003 Saturn vue wont start [kathyw1970] by trinisaturn Dec 30, 2008 (2:09 pm)
Replying to: kathyw1970 (Dec 30, 2008 1:43 pm) Ok...worry no more...   I assure you it is a BCM problem. Should cost you between $400-500 for parts and labor to install at dealer.   I had similar problems, procrastinated checked all sorts of things, at end of day it was BCM.   For now or to get car to dealer, disconnect battery for 5 minutes and then reconnected. Everything should return to normal temporarily so no need for towing. If it does not work first time the battery disconnection repaet it would eventually start. Go stright to dealer.   Change the BCM and the car will run like new. Common problem dont waste time searching anymore for solution.
#49 of 56 2003 vue won't start when hot by rem Jan 07, 2009 (9:19 pm)
I have a 2003 vue the service light went on and it was the oxgen sensors. It was replaced and lights cleared. lights came back on in 30 mins had cleared again. Car has been running good no hesitation but now when car is hot and you shut it down for 10 mins the car will turn over but not start. this has happened 3 days straight. If you wait to let it cool it will start fine. Can this be the computer EMC? any ideas the garage is not sure and I didn't want them to hit and miss. thanks Replies to this message: chuck83 (Feb 10, 2009 9:26 am) rem (Feb 11, 2009 3:18 pm) kingcat (Feb 11, 2009 4:59 pm)
#50 of 56 Re: 2003 vue won't start when hot [rem] by chuck83 Feb 10, 2009 (9:26 am)
Replying to: rem (Jan 07, 2009 9:19 pm) We are having the same problem ant the dealer can not locate the problem. Have you located the problem? Replies to this message: rem (Feb 11, 2009 3:18 pm) kingcat (Feb 11, 2009 4:59 pm)
#51 of 56 Re: 2003 vue won't start when hot [chuck83] by rem Feb 11, 2009 (3:18 pm)
Replying to: chuck83 (Feb 10, 2009 9:26 am) I was lucky the garage decided that it was the crank sensor, I was not sure at the time but it runs good now. For me that was the problem. They also told me to run high test gas. And a couple of tank full and the oxygen sensor lights are off. Vue is running good till next mishap. Replies to this message: kingcat (Feb 11, 2009 4:59 pm)
#52 of 56 Re: 2006 vue won't start when hot [rem] by kingcat Feb 11, 2009 (4:59 pm)
Replying to: rem (Feb 11, 2009 3:18 pm) A year ago I posted a problem with my 2006 Vue. They changed the ECM the first time and that fixed the problem.    The same thing has happen at least seven time I lost track. The symptoms are when I return to my car I inserted the key as usual. Ordinarily the dash instrument gages would activate. The security door locks are inoperative, the engine starts but will not stay running. I have taken it to the dealer and each time they could not find an problem. They even kept it for a week. This failure happens randomly and I can never predict when the car might not start.   I understand that it is the cars computer network. The fix is simple but who wants to put the hood up and remove the ground cable on the battery? I keep the tools I need in my car if and when the car will not start. It takes less the five minutes to re-boot the computer.    It functions fine for weeks until I try to start it. My car problem is a glitch in the ECM. Had Saturn engineer a remote re-set button I would not have to remove the ground strap on the battery for two minutes. I do want to caution anyone who has a vehicle that has the same symptoms. My cars problem could be different then yours. When you remove the battery cover stay clear of the positive post. If you drop a wrench between the positive terminal and ground you could get seriously injured. This is best left to a qualified mechanic.   I am thinking of installing a relay and a switch to remotely re-set the computer. from all the feedback that has been sent to me I can conclude Saturn needs to come up with a software patch. With the economy as bad as it is it is doubtful they will recall Vue's and come up with better software. I guess I am eligible to have the car deemed a lemon? Since I can resolve the problem and the fact I other wise like the Vue I'll have to live with the problem. Happy motoring Vue owners
#53 of 56 Re: 2003 Vue [jarheadwarren] by nozz44 Aug 10, 2009 (9:56 am)
Replying to: jarheadwarren (Aug 01, 2007 6:17 pm) I am having the same problem, did you ever figure it out? Replies to this message: kingcat (Aug 10, 2009 12:19 pm)
#54 of 56 Re: 2003 Vue [nozz44] by kingcat Aug 10, 2009 (12:19 pm)
Replying to: nozz44 (Aug 10, 2009 9:56 am) The Saturn service techs could not find out what caused the computer program glitch.   I found by experimenting that removing the cars battery ground cable e.g. bolt and waiting a minute the computer system resets.   Keeping my fingers crossed that it does not happen again. I caution anyone to avoid removing the ground cable from the cars battery. You have to reset your cars radio time and favorite stations.   I only recommend this ECM reset in a emergency. Since no one has up dated the cars firmware it might be done with the On Star link.   I can only suspect my ECM has been upgraded without going to a Saturn service center. It has been almost a year since the car refused to start.   I can suggest keeping the tools required to take the battery cover off and a wrench to back off the ground bolt at the battery in your cars tool box.   Warning if any metal like a wrench or watch band comes in contact with the plus terminal of the battery major injury can occur. If your not a electrical type then find someone who can safely remove the ground cable from the battery.   The whole process should only take 45 second or less. Be careful and double check the batteries polarity...

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