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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Saturn VUE AUTOMOBILES

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Vehicle: 2002 Saturn VUE 3.0 V6 GAS

Passenger Cars

The Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) can maintain enough voltage to cause air bag deployment for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned Off and the battery is disconnected. Servicing the Supplemental air bag (SIR) system during this period may result in accidental deployment and personal injury.

Achieva & Skylark
1994-96
  • Ensure front wheels are in straight-ahead position.
  • Turn ignition switch to LOCK position.
  • Remove AIR BAG fuse from fuse block.
  • On 1995 models, remove lefthand sound insulator panel to ac...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Saturn VUE AUTOMOBILES

Power Brake Units -> Bendix Brake Booster -> Troubleshooting -> Accumulator Leak-Down, System Does Not Hold Charge -> Grabby Brakes Or Booster Chatters/Pedal Vibrates -> Slow Brake Pedal Return
Vehicle: 2002 Saturn VUE 2.2 L4 GAS

Slow Brake Pedal Return

  • Excessive seal friction in booster.
  • Faulty spool action.
  • Restriction in return line from booster to pump reservoir.
  • Damaged input rod end.

Grabby Brakes Or Booster Chatters/Pedal Vibrates

  • Faulty spool action caused by contamination in sys...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Saturn VUE AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Component Locations -> 1997-06 Rendezvous, Aztek, Montana w/3.4L Engine, C SRX, Venture, Silhouette, Trans Sport & Vue
Vehicle: 2002 Saturn VUE 2.2 L4 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Saturn VUE AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Install -> Remove
Vehicle: 2002 Saturn VUE 2.2 L4 GAS

Remove

  • Place transmission in neutral.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Index mark relationship of propeller shaft to rear drive module flange.
  • Remove bolts securing underbody guard loop.
  • Remove underbody guard loop.
  • Place a support under propeller shaft at rear drive module.
  • Remove bolts securing propeller shaft yoke flange to rear drive module flange.
  • Index mark relationship of propeller shaft to power take-off unit (PTU) flange.
  • Place a support under propeller shaft at PTU.
  • Remove bolts securing propeller shaft to PTU flange.
  • Place a support under propeller shaft at support bearing.
  • Remove ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Saturn VUE AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Saturn VUE 2.2 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove throttle body air duct and accessory drive belt.
  • Disconnect alternator electrical connectors.
  • Remov...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Saturn VUE AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> General Motors Corp./Saturn -> 2002-07 Vue
Vehicle: 2002 Saturn VUE 3.0 V6 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 12 months or 12,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Open the hood.
  • From the righthand side of cowl, remove the p...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Saturn VUE AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Change Trans Fluid Indicator ->
Vehicle: 2002 Saturn VUE 2.2 L4 GAS

This message will appear on the DIC (Driver Information Center) when it is time to change the transmission fluid....

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Saturn VUE AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2002 Saturn VUE 2.2 L4 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at engine.
  • Remove hose from engine.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at heater core.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from heater core.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to in...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Saturn VUE AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Saturn VUE 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Remove the Air Cleaner Assembly.
  • Install a suitable engine support fixture.
  • Remove the engine mount to mount bracket bolts.
  • Remove the mount to frame rail nuts.
  • Remove the righthand front mount and engine mount bracket from ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2002 Saturn VUE AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2002 Saturn VUE cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Electrical Component Views Diagram for 2002 Saturn VUE 2.2 L4 GASEngine Electrical Component Views Diagram for 2002 Saturn VUE 2.2 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Starter
  • Generator
  • Park Neutral Position Switch
    • Lighting Components Diagram for 2002 Saturn VUE 2.2 L4 GASLighting Components Diagram for 2002 Saturn VUE 2.2 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Panel Cluster
  • Headlamp Switch
  • Radio
  • Cigar Lighter
  • Dome Lamp

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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2002 Saturn VUE AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2002 Saturn VUE cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2002 Saturn VUE 2.2 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2002 Saturn VUE 2.2 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Ignition Switch
  • Park Brake Switch
  • Body Control Module
  • Door Lock Relay
  • Door Unlock Relay
    • 2002 Saturn VUE 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2002 Saturn VUE 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Sunroof Control Module
  • Power Window Sunroof Relay
  • Sunroof Switch
  • Sunroof Motor

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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2002 Saturn VUE AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2002 Saturn VUE cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: New Website for AFIT, TPM, and VDR Updates
    Vehicle: 2002 Saturn VUE 3.0 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
    • Document: EVAP Emissions Small Leak Diagnosis (DTC P0442)
    Vehicle: 2002 Saturn VUE 3.0 V6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Leaks

    • Auto Systems:
  • Emission Controls, Vacuum Hoses

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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2002 Saturn VUE AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2002 Saturn VUE cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2002 Saturn VUE cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2002 Saturn VUE cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2002 Saturn VUE cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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