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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Saturn AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Saturn cars and light trucks from 1990+

Cooling Fans -> Passenger Cars Except Saturn -> COMPONENT REPLACEMENT -> 2.0L/4-121 Engine -> 2.2L/4-134 & 2.3L/4-138 Engines -> 2.2L/4-134 Engine -> 2.3L/4-138 VIN 3 & D Engine -> 2.3L/4-138 VIN A Engine -> 3.1L/V6-192 Engine -> 5.7L/V8-350 (VIN J) Engine -> 5.7L/V8-350 (VIN P) Engine -> ACHIEVA, GRAND AM & SKYLARK -> AURORA -> BERETTA & CORSICA -> BONNEVILLE -> CAMARO & FIREBIRD -> CAPRICE, IMPALA SS & ROADMASTER -> CAVALIER & SUNFIRE -> CENTURY, CUTLASS CIERA & CUTLASS CRUISER -> Coolant Fan -> COOLING FAN -> CORVETTE -> CUTLASS SUPREME, GRAND PRIX & REGAL -> DEVILLE -> EIGHTY EIGHT & NINETY EIGHT -> ELDORADO & SEVILLE -> FLEETWOOD (RWD) -> Less Heavy Duty Cooling System -> LUMINA & MONTE CARLO -> METRO -> PARK AVENUE & LESABRE -> PRIMARY (LEFT) FAN -> PRIZM -> RIVIERA -> SECONDARY (RIGHT) FAN -> SUNBIRD -> Thermo Switch -> With Base Cooling System -> With Heavy Duty Cooling System -> With V03 & V08 Heavy Duty Cooling Capacity
Vehicle: 1994 Saturn SW Series 1.9 L4 GAS

ACHIEVA, GRAND AM & SKYLARK

COOLING FAN
2.3L/4-138 VIN A Engine
  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect electrical connector and wiring harness from fan motor and fan frame.
  • Remove cooling fan mounting bolt and fan assembly.
  • Reverse procedure to install.
2.3L/4-138 VIN 3 & D Engine
  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise vehicle and suitably support.
  • Remove right front wheel.
  • Remove bolt from lower torque axis mount.
  • Remove fan mounting bolt.
  • Disconnect electr...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Saturn AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Saturn cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> Overhaul -> Replacement
Vehicle: 1995 Saturn SW Series 1.9 L4 GAS

Overhaul

Vacuum brake boosters on these vehicles are non-serviceable and must be replaced as an assembly.

Replacement
  • Disconnect battery ground cable and remove air cleaner.
  • On models equipped with anti-lock brakes, remove battery, battery box and tray.
  • On all models, remove two master cylinder to brake booster nuts and move master cylinder awa...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Saturn AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Saturn cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Passenger Cars -> Fuel Pressure Relief -> Except Aveo, LaCrosse, LeMans (1988-93), Malibu & Malibu Maxx (2004-05), Metro, Nova, Prizm, Spectrum & Storm -> Engine Fuel Pressure Service Port -> Engines Less Fuel Pressure Service Port
Vehicle: 1995 Saturn SL Series 1.9 L4 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strateg...

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

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Saturn cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble
Vehicle: 2002 Saturn VUE 2.2 L4 GAS

Never clamp propeller shaft tubing in a vise. Clamping could dent or deform the tube causing an imbalance or unsafe condition. Always clamp on one of the yokes and support the shaft horizontally. Avoid damaging the slip yoke sealing surface. Nicks may damage the bushing or cut the lip seal.

Disassemble

  • Support propeller shaft in a line horizontal with table of a press.
  • Mark propeller shaft in order to show which end connects to transmission and which end goes to rear axle.
  • On models equipped with external snap ring retainers, proceed as follows:
    • Disassemble snap rings by ...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Saturn AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Saturn cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Description
Vehicle: 2008 Saturn Aura XR 3.6 V6 GAS

The TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitor System) warns the driver when a significant loss, or gain of tire pressure occurs in any of the four tires and allows the driver to display the individual tire pressures and the locations on the DIC (Driver Information Center) display. The system consists of the BCM (Body Control Module), DIC, instrument cluster, RCDLR (Remote Control Door Lock Receiver), RF (Radio Frequency transmitting tire pressure sensor in each wheel and serial data circuit. Each tire pressure sensor has an internal power supply with a service life of 10 years.

When the vehicle is...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Saturn AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Saturn cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 Saturn RELAY-2 3.9 V6 FLEX

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove cover from base of accessory wiring junction electrical center assembly.
  • Remove positive battery cable nut and disconnect cable from positive terminal stud.
  • Release locking tabs from base side of electrical center.
  • Carefully lift at each side of underhood accessory wiring junction block to release from main body harness connectors, then move assembly aside.
  • Remove right front underhood diagonal brace.
  • Remove washer solvent container mounting bolts from fender flange and inner wheelhouse.
  • Remove washer solvent container and move aside.
  • Remove w...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Saturn AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Saturn cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> General Motors Corp./Saturn -> 2002-07 Vue
Vehicle: 2004 Saturn VUE RED Line 3.5 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 Saturn AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Saturn cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Low Oil Pressure Telltale Lamp -> Saturn
Vehicle: 2005 Saturn ION RED Line 2.0 L4 GAS

The engine oil pressure switch is normally closed and open when engine oil pressure is 1.4-5.8 psi. If the lamp is lit with e...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Saturn AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Saturn cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2004 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 Saturn AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Saturn cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Saturn VUE XE 3.5 V6 GAS

  • Remove air cleaner assembly.
  • Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm clockwise, using a suitable tool to reli...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Saturn AUTOMOBILES

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

Engine Controls Component Views Diagram for 2002 Saturn LW Series  3.0 V6 GASEngine Controls Component Views Diagram for 2002 Saturn LW Series 3.0 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Injector Connector
  • Fuel Tank Connector
  • Horn Connector
  • Cruise Control Connector
  • Luggage Compartment Ground
  • Engine Components Diagram for 1994 Saturn SL Series  1.9 L4 GASEngine Components Diagram for 1994 Saturn SL Series 1.9 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Vehicle Speed Sensor
  • Engine Coolant Temp Sensor
  • Power Steering Pressure Switch
  • Oil Pressure Switch
  • MAP Sensor
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Saturn AUTOMOBILES

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

    2007 Saturn RELAY-3  3.9 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2007 Saturn RELAY-3 3.9 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Evaporator Temperature Sensor
  • Air Temperature Actuator
  • Recirculation Actuator
  • Right Air Temperature Actuator
  • Defrost Actuator
  • 1995 Saturn SW Series  1.9 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1995 Saturn SW Series 1.9 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • IP Fuse Panel
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Saturn AUTOMOBILES

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

    Document: Information on Passenger Presence System (PPS or PSS) Concerns with Custom Upholstery, Accessory Seat Heaters or Other Comfort Enhancing Devices
    Vehicle: 2009 Saturn VUE XE 2.4 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: CORROSION PROTECTION FOR METAL PANELS WITH DEALER INSTALLED ACCESSORIES FASTENED BY DRILLED HOLES - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2001 Saturn LS Series 3.0 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Finishes, Body Structure, Frame, Bumpers
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Saturn AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Saturn 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 Saturn 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 Saturn 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 Saturn 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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