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Saturn Field Product Reminder - Vehicle Fix It Right the First Time Issues and Parts Restriction Information for December, 2005 and January, 2006

Subject:Saturn Field Product Reminder -- Vehicle "Fix It Right the First Time" Issues and Parts Restriction Information for December, 2005 and January, 2006

Models:2006 and Prior Saturn Vehicles



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Vehicle Issues -- Fix It Right the First Time

Model Year(s)

Vehicle Line(s)/ Condition

Do This

Don't Do This

Reference Information/ Bulletin

2002-2006

2003-2006

VUE and ION - IP cluster lens cloudy, scratched, cracked, or broken.

Replace IP cluster lens only.

Don't replace entire IP cluster.

06-08-49-002

2002-2006

2003-2006

VUE and ION - reduced power steering assist during extended max rotation usage.

Review normal operating characteristics, including overload protection mode.

Don't replace EPS components.

06-02-32-002A

2006

ION 3 - intermittently unable to read radio display during daylight hours.

Reprogram BCM and reconfigure radio.

Don't replace radio.

05-08-44-037

2003-2006

ION - water leaks into passenger compartment through HVAC module condensate drain tube.

Install auxiliary drain tube extension.

Don't replace HVAC lower case.

03-01-39-011B

2004-2005

ION Red Line - shift knob comes off.

Replace or repair shift knob.

Don’t replace entire shift control (shifter) assembly.

PIC3619A, 05-07-29-006

2003-2006

ION - clunk noise from front of vehicle when turning

Diagnose and replace intermediate shaft if necessary.

Don't replace steering gear.

05-02-32-005C

2006

ION - material buildup on inside of front rotors.

Turn rotor to remove buildup.

Don't replace front rotors.

05-05-22-002

2006

ION - inoperative/binding sunroof.

Check for foreign objects in sunroof track and mechanism.

Don't replace sunroof assembly, motor, or control module without first checking for foreign objects in track.

PIC3757

2005

Relay with US8/US9 radios - presets change or audio lost.

Set radio alternate frequency (AF) to OFF.

Don't replace radio.

05-08-44-019

2005-2006

Relay - rear rocker molding loose.

Replace only rear rocker molding, now available as separate pieces.

Don't replace entire rocker molding (front and rear).

05-08-111-007

2005-2006

Relay - high effort to sound horn or horn only sounds when certain spots pressed.

Replace horn pad springs.

Don't replace inflatable restraint steering wheel module.

05-08-54-001

2005

VUE - fuel gauge incorrect/inoperative, SES lamp on w/DTC P0463 set.

Inspect secondary fuel sender connection and replace primary fuel pump module if necessary.

Don't replace fuel sender card, IP cluster, or reprogram ECM/PCM.

05-06-04-075

2002-2006

VUE - windnoise from top of windshield

Review PIT 3859A.

Don't replace windshield.

PIT3859A

2002-2006

VUE - squeak/itch noise from front seat(s).

Install squeak reduction tape to front seat hook.

Don't replace seat or seat components.

02-08-50-003A

2005

VUE - sunroof will not close.

Replace sunroof control module.

Don't replace sunroof assembly, sunroof motor, or switch.

05-08-67-010

2006

VUE - security system sounds or dome light will not turn off.

Add foam strip to IP end panel support to ensure door jamb switch opens.

Don't replace door jamb switch or BCM.

05-08-42-014

2006

VUE - SIR code B0092 or PPSS code 52 set.

Check seat back (heated seat) 4-way connector for intermittent contact.

Don't replace PPS sensor.

PIT3723

2005-2006

VUE - intermittent poor AC performance or vapor from vents

Verify that temperature sensor cavity is packed with thermal grease.

Don't replace TXV.

PIT3689

2006

VUE and ION - radio setup after radio install (all radios)

Use Saturn Service Stall system to configure radio to vehicle.

Don't return vehicle to customer after radio installation without configuring radio with SSS.

PIT3716

Saturn Field Actions and Service Bulletins Released in December, 2005 and January, 2006

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Parts on Restriction at TAC (as of January, 2006)

Model Year(s)

Component on Restriction

Reference Info/Bulletin/Phone Number

2004-2006

XM Digital Radio Receiver

Bulletin 03-08-44-022B, GM Technical Assistance Center 1-877-446-8227 (in Canada, 1-800-263-7740 (English) or 1-800-263-7960 (French))

2006

VUE and ION - all radios

Preliminary Information PIT3627A, DealerWorld message VSS20050594 (9/20/05)

2006

2.4L LE5 engines

Bulletin 05-06-01-012A