Saturn Field Product Reminder - Vehicle Fix It Right the First Time Issues, Parts Restriction Information and Service Bulletins Released in June, 2005
| Subject: | Saturn Field Product Reminder -- Vehicle "Fix It Right the First Time" Issues, Parts Restriction Information and Service Bulletins Released in June, 2005 |
| Models: | 2006 and Prior Model Year Saturn Vehicles |
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Model Year(s) | Vehicle Line(s)/Condition | Do This | Don't Do This | Reference Information/Bulletin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2003-2005 | ION squeak, rattle, pop or creak noise from front end of vehicle. | Replace front stabilizer shaft bushing and/or clamp. | Don't replace stabilizer link. | 04-03-08-003A |
2005 | ION battery discharged after vehicle has not been used for approximately 5 days. | Reprogram Engine Control Module (ECM) with TIS version 5.0 or greater. | Don't recharge battery without updating calibration. | 05-06-04-036 |
2005 | ION - fuel gauge stays on empty with fuel remaining, fluctuating speedometer and/or tachometer, and SES lamp illuminated with DTCs P0420, P0461, or U1064 set. | Reprogram ECM with TIS version 5.0 or greater. | Don’t replace instrument cluster, ECM, BCM, fuel level sender, O2 sensor, or catalytic converter. | 05-06-04-020A |
1993-2005 | Saturn vehicles with exterior lamp condensation. | Reference bulletin for guidelines on when an exterior lamp should be replaced. | Don't replace an exterior lamp when lamp exhibits normal amounts of moisture or condensation. | 01-08-42-001C |
2006 | ION w/ 2.4 LE5 Relay w/ 3.9 LZ9 | Reference bulletin for guidelines on engine exchange program for RPO LE5 and RPO LZ9. | Don't perform repairs on engine or engine components before referencing the engine exchange program bulletin. | 05-06-01-012 |
2005-2006 | ION w/ 4T45E Transaxle (MN5) - key binding in ignition lock cylinder. | Adjust shifter cable. | Don't replace shift control assembly. | PIC3596 |
2005 | Relay - heated seats or rear defogger turns off when power windows are activated. | Reprogram HVAC control module. | Don't replace HVAC control module. | 05-01-38-011 |
2005 | Relay with US8/US9 radios. | Set radio alternate frequency (AF) to OFF. | Don't replace radio if presets change and audio is lost | 05-08-44-019 |
2002-2005 | VUE - power window/sunroof fuse (30A) open. | Install 30A circuit breaker as outlined in bulletin. | Don't replace window or sunroof switch or motor. | 05-08-64-004 |
2004-2005 | VUE - delayed activation of auto headlamps in twilight conditions. | Reprogram BCM per bulletin. | Don't replace light sensor. | 05-08-42-006 |
Category Type | Subject | Model(s) | Model Year(s) | Bulletin Number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Engine | Customer Satisfaction Program - Engine Harmonic Balancer Not Seated | Relay Vehicles with 3.5L V-6 Engine (VIN L - RPO LX9) with VIN Breakpoints | 2005 | 05548A |
Category Type | Subject | Model(s) | Model Year(s) | Bulletin Number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
General Information | Warranty Administration - 2006 Model Year Saturn Owner Protection Plan Highlights (U.S. Only) | ION Relay VUE | 2006 | 05-00-89-035 |
HVAC | HVAC Mode Actuator Noisy or Inoperative, Heated Seats and/or Rear Defroster/Defogger May Turn Off with Activation of Rear Power Windows (Update HVAC Control Module Software) | Relay | 2005 | 05-01-38-011 |
Suspension | Premature and/or Irregular Tire Wear (Set Front Sum Toe and Rotate Tires As Necessary) | ION | 2003-2005 | 05-03-07-001A |
Suspension | Service Manual Update - Wheel Alignment Specifications | ION | 2003-2005 | 05-03-07-007 |
Suspension | Service Manual Update - Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications | ION | 2003-2005 | 05-03-08-008A |
Suspension | Service Manual Update - Revised Control Arm Bushing Replacement Procedure | Relay | 2005 | 05-03-09-008 |
Suspension | Information on Tire Radial Force Variation (RFV) | L-Series ION | 2000-2005 2003-2006 | 00-03-10-006A |
Suspension | Information - Tire Characteristics of GM Original Equipment Tires | Saturn Vehicles | 2006 and prior | 03-03-10-007A |
Brakes | Warranty Administration - Brake Warranty Service and Procedures (Canada Only) | Saturn Vehicles | 1999-2006 | 00-05-22-002F |
Brakes | Warranty Administration - Brake Warranty Service and Procedures (U.S. Only) | Saturn Vehicles | 1999-2006 | 05-05-22-002 |
Brakes | Service Manual Update - Revised Disc Brake Specifications | Relay | 2005 | 05-05-23-003 |
Engine | Exchange Program for Supercharged 2.0L Ecotec Engine | ION Red Line | 2004 | 04-06-01-014A |
Engine | ASI Resolution - Whistle Type Noise Coming From Engine (Replace Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Tube) | Relay | 2005 | 05-06-01-005A |
Engine | Engine Oil Leak at Crankshaft Rear Main Oil Seal (Replace with Revised Crankshaft Rear Main Oil Seal) | Relay | 2005 | 05-06-01-019 |
Engine | Service Engine Soon (SES) Lamp Illuminated with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0128 Set (Reprogram Powertrain Control Module [PCM]) | ION Red Line | 2005 | 05-06-04-038 |
Transmission/Transaxle | Information - Transmission Control Module (TCM) Shorted to Battery Voltage During Diagnosis and/or Service | ION | 2005-2006 | 05-07-30-016 |
Body & Accessories | Radio Presets Change and Audio is Lost (Set Radio Alternate Frequency (AF) to OFF) | Relay | 2005 | 05-08-44-019 |
Body & Accessories | Information - Rear Window Defogger - Broken Heating Grid Detection Method | Saturn Vehicles | 1991-2006 | 04-08-48-001B |
Body & Accessories | Exchange Program - Saturn Relay Instrument Panel Cluster Ordering Process | Relay | 2005 | 05-08-49-009B |
Header | Header | Header |
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2004-2005 | XM Digital Radio Receiver | Bulletin 04-08-44-009A, GM Technical Assistance Center 1-877-446-8227 |
