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Makes
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Saturn
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2002
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VUE - AWD
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Engine
🢒 Engine Mechanical - 3.0L (L81)
Engine
All Description and Operation
Engine Component Description
Lubrication Description
New Product Information
All Special Tools and Equipment
Special Tools
All Visual Identification
Disassembled Views
Cleaning, Inspection, and Adjustment
Camshaft and Bearings Cleaning and Inspection
Crankshaft and Bearing Cleaning and Inspection
Crankshaft and Bearing Installation
Crankshaft Bearing Selection
Cylinder Head Cleaning and Inspection
Engine Block Cleaning and Inspection
Engine Mount Inspection
Oil Pump Inspection
Piston Selection
Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearing Cleaning and Inspection
Diagnostic Procedures
Base Engine Misfire with Abnormal Internal Lower Engine Noises
Base Engine Misfire with Abnormal Valve Train Noise
Base Engine Misfire with Coolant Consumption
Base Engine Misfire with Excessive Oil Consumption
Base Engine Misfire without Internal Engine Noises
Coolant in Combustion Chamber
Coolant in Engine Oil
Crankcase Ventilation System Inspection/Diagnosis
Cylinder Leakage Test
Diagnostic Starting Point - Engine Mechanical
Engine Compression Test
Engine Noise on Start-Up, but Only Lasting a Few Seconds
Engine Noise Under Load
Engine Will Not Crank - Crankshaft Will Not Rotate
Lower Engine Noise, Regardless of Engine Speed
Symptoms - Engine Mechanical
Upper Engine Noise, Regardless of Engine Speed
Disassembly, Overhaul, Repair, and Assembly
Camshaft Cover Installation
Camshaft Cover Removal
Camshaft Drive Sprocket Installation
Camshaft Drive Sprocket Removal
Camshaft Installation
Camshaft Removal
Crankcase Vent Housing Installation
Crankcase Vent Housing Removal
Crankshaft and Bearing Removal
Crankshaft Balancer Installation
Crankshaft Balancer Removal
Crankshaft Rear Main Oil Seal Installation
Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Installation
Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Removal
Cylinder Boring and Honing
Cylinder Head Assemble
Cylinder Head Disassemble
Cylinder Head Installation
Cylinder Head Removal
Draining Fluids and Oil Filter Removal
Drive Belt Tensioner Installation
Drive Belt Tensioner Removal
Engine Oil Cooler Installation
Engine Oil Cooler Removal
Engine Prelubing
Exhaust Manifold Installation
Exhaust Manifold Removal
Intake Manifold Installation
Intake Manifold Removal
Oil Filter Housing Installation
Oil Filter Housing Removal
Oil Pan Installation
Oil Pan Removal
Oil Pump Assemble
Oil Pump Disassemble
Oil Pump Installation
Oil Pump Removal
Piston and Connecting Rod Assemble
Piston and Connecting Rod Disassemble
Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearing Installation
Piston, Connecting Rod, and Bearing Removal
Service Prior to Assembly
Thermostat Housing/Thermostat Installation
Thermostat Housing/Thermostat Removal
Thread Repair
Timing Belt Front Cover Removal
Timing Belt Rear Cover Installation
Timing Belt Rear Cover Removal
Timing Belt Tensioner Pulley Installation
Timing Belt Tensioner Pulley Removal
Water Crossover Installation
Water Crossover Removal
Water Pump Installation
Water Pump Removal
General Diagnostic Information
Drive Belt Chirping Diagnosis
Drive Belt Excessive Wear Diagnosis
Drive Belt Falls Off Diagnosis
Drive Belt Rumbling Diagnosis
Drive Belt Squeal Diagnosis
Drive Belt Tensioner Diagnosis
Drive Belt Vibration Diagnosis
Drive Belt Whine Diagnosis
Oil Consumption Diagnosis
Oil Leak Diagnosis
Oil Pressure Diagnosis and Testing
General Information
Cleanliness and Care
Replacing Engine Gaskets
Separating Parts
Tools and Equipment
Use of Pipe Joint, RTV, and Anaerobic Sealer
Mechanical Specifications
Engine Mechanical Specifications
Fastener Tightening Specifications
Other Specifications
Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
Removal, Installation, and Replacement
Camshaft Cover Replacement - Left Side
Camshaft Cover Replacement - Right Side
Camshaft Drive Sprocket Replacement
Camshaft Replacement - Left Side
Camshaft Replacement - Right Side
Crankshaft Balancer Replacement
Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Replacement
Crankshaft Pulley Replacement
Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Replacement
Cylinder Head Replacement - Left Side
Cylinder Head Replacement - Right Side
Drive Belt Replacement
Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement
Engine Mount Bracket Brace Replacement
Engine Mount Replacement
Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement
Engine Oil Cooler Replacement
Engine Replacement
Engine Support Fixture
Flexplate Replacement
Intake Manifold Replacement
Intake Manifold Top Cover Replacement
Intake Runner Replacement
Oil Level Indicator Tube Replacement
Oil Pan Baffle Replacement
Oil Pan Replacement
Oil Pump Replacement
Oil Pump Suction Pipe and Screen Assembly Replacement
Timing Belt Front Cover Replacement
Timing Belt Rear Cover Replacement
Timing Belt Replacement
Timing Belt Tensioner Pulley Replacement