2007 Ion 3 "Theft-Deterrent" I have found the "theft-deterrent" alarm to be a major nuisance. It is very easy to set it off accidentally ( e.g. arm it with the FOB then unlock the door with the key). This will get you evil looks and unkind words if it happens in the church parking lot. I...

I need to remove the thermostat in my 1993 SL1 to flush out mayonnaise-like gunk caused by a blown head gasket; oil mixed with the coolant. I pulled the elbow that covers the thermostat, but found that the thermostat is built into it and held in place by a strong spring that I couldn't get any...

Last Friday I brought my 2002 V6 Vue to the dealership for a SES light on. They checked it out and found code P0128 on. This is the Cooler Thermostat (Cooler temp below thermostat regulating temperature). It is a 2 hour job to replace it so I made an appointment to have it repaired the next Friday....

Looking at a 03 VUE with 17,000 miles any comments...positive or negative, any recalls ?? Input appreciated Bruce in West Central Florida

The whole thing is in good shape except the engine is gone. Replacement costs more than the blue book value of the car. It's fairly clean, having only 78k miles.

Truly a study contrasting the inteligent against the idiots and the wishfull thinking. But still worth the time to read. Fun. Could be more posts.... I was just given a 97 SL2 by my father. Its in great shape for a Saturn. My father implores me to trade it for a tranny to put in my 87 Ford...

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What are peoples thoughts on the 2004 Saturn Ion 1? Pros/Cons. Is it really true that Saturn does not negotiate on price? Thanks, Scott

What do you all think of this? Anything to look out for in particular for this model? Price? I am on the hunt for a used Saturn for a 17yo. http://norfolk.craigslist.org/car/740926839.html Thx

95 SW2, automatic, "alternative fuel" model (burns oil). The throttle plate was sticking, and opened it up to find lots of black grime, which I cleaned out. Now it is working nicely, but it begs the question -- how did that stuff get there in the first place? Is it symptomatic of other problems...

Dear folks, My 93 sw2 saturn is making a thump thump thump sound when I drive it. It doesn't make the sound when the engine is running and you're sitting still. It gets faster when the car speeds up. The sound sounds like it is coming from the engine compartment just about in the center (doesn't...

I really hope theres nothing wrong with the suspension sounds like somethings loose on the back pass side.

Just a note about last night's irc chat via the SPC group. I joined in last nite, met up with Lane, Deebs and Kevin. Wish I got there earlier to see who was there. Just hanging out and listening to these knowledgeable 3 you can learn alot. Participating, even for a "newbie" like me is twice the...

I have an SW2 1999 What is the suggested time to replace the chain... I have a 100,000 Miles (164,000kms). I just started getting, what seems to be a valve tick? Oil and all other fluids are still good. Thanks for the info Graham

Well after 16 years of owning my '92 SL2, it is time to move on. I just bought a new Crossfire as I am approaching mid-life :) The car held up very well considering what others have to say. It has had the best paint job on any car that I have owned. All the paint is still original and shines as...

Hey Guys: I have a 01 SC1 3 door coupe 5 speed. Does anyone know at what mileage you are supposed to replace the timing belt. Some foreign cars say 60000 miles, but was not sure on the Saturn. Also when you close the sunroof, you hear a sound like a plastic gear clicking. Anyone else have that...

Anyone have any suggestion mileage for a timing belt change on a 1997 SC2? Thanks, Mark

Hello: I've got about 110K miles on the original timing chain. Is there a relatively trivial way to inspect the chain, or to diagnose it for wear? Judging from the Chilton repair manual, opening up the engine and doing a visual inspection is quite an involved procedure, especially for an amateur...

I have a 2005 Vue FWD with the Honda V6 engine. Does anyone have any input as to how far I can push the timing belt change? I have 61k on it but lost my job and really don't want to spend the $$ right now if I can put it off safely. Thanks for any input.. JohnS in Sandy Eggo, CA

I am the owner of a 2000 Saturn Wagon, which has been in Winnipeg's Point West Saturn repair shop for the last 3 weeks. Apparently the car sustained massive internal damage (repair costs of $5500.00 CAN) because its timing belt slipped. The Saturn mechanic says the damage that occurred to the...