2002 saturn vue mpg manual transmission problems

Use our handy tool to get estimated annual fuel costs based on your driving habits. I did not want the awd because it costs 2 mpg, the rear units have probl. Get reliability information for the 2003 saturn vue from consumer reports. The vti continuously variable transmission available for the fourcylinder models actually offers better acceleration performance than the standard fivespeed manual 060 mph in 10. I have a 2002 vue awd v6 with an auto transmission not a cvt and it runs. Im the first owner of a 2003 saturn vue with 5 speed manual transmission, 2wd, 2. I have a 2002 saturn vue 4 cylinder with the vti awd. For the fwd 4 configuration, the gm 4speed automatic transmission arrived in 2005, and the cvt was.

Quality problems will delay the introduction of a continuously variable automatic transmission cvt in the saturn vue for at least three months. I can go smoothly into 1st, 3rd and 5th, but 2nd works about 70% of the time, 4th about 20% of time, and currently, reverse isnt happening at all. I have a 2002 vue awd v6 with an auto transmission. View detailed gas mileage data for the 2002 saturn vue. Saturn said the fourcylinder vue did 060 mph in 10. Saturn vue transmission problems page 5 car forums at. I have a 2002 vue awd v6 with an auto transmission not a cvt and it runs great with loads.

Under dealer warranty they said it was dirty terminal blocks. The 2002 saturn vue has 3 nhtsa complaints for the power train. Does anyone know is this is covered under the gm special coverage 14404. I bought this car new, special order in july 2002, and it only has 48,000 miles on it. The worst complaints are transmission failure, junk transmission slips. Introduced in 2002, the vue was basically well designed, but not as refined or well rounded as the best in this class. My whole family has saturn s and they really enjoy them too. The saturn vue was a compact crossover suv produced by american automaker general motors for the 2002 to 2010 model years. Basically, gm will offer 50% of the price of a newrebuilt transmission based on gm parts and labour. I had it towed in four separate times at which time.

Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for saturn vue when you shop the largest online selection at. Manual transmission parts for saturn vue for sale ebay. In 1994, i purchased a new saturn sl1 which currently gets over 40mpg and has over 300,000 miles on the original engine. A second generation model was launched in 2007 for the 2008 model year as a rebadged opel antara. Transmission problem 2002 saturn vue 6 cyl all wheel drive automatic 162k miles i have had my vue for five years and have had this problem before. Hi, im having problems with my automatic transmission in a 2002 saturn sl. Car complaints, car problems and defect information latest news. Nhtsa does not record vin information or results provided. As the owner of a 2002, 2003, 2004, or 2005 model year saturn vue, or a 2003 or 2004 model year saturn ion quad coupe, equipped with a variable transmission with intelligence vti, your satisfaction with our product is very important to us. By richard truettautomotive news quality problems have delayed the continuously variable transmission slated for the 2002 saturn vue. Mpgmpge, 25 highway 19 city, 27 highway 22 city, 24 highway 18 city. That changed in 2002, when saturn introduced its new small suv, the vue, along with the vti consistently variable transmission cvt.

The video above shows how to fix minor transmission fluid leaks in a 2005 saturn vue. Get reliability information for the 2004 saturn vue from consumer reports, which combines extensive survey data and expert technical knowledge. Make sure you note how much of or how many threads on the cable end are sticking out before removing the old one. Find the engine specs, mpg, transmission, wheels, weight, performance and more for the 2002 saturn vue utility 4d awd v6. Here you can download saturn vue automatic transmission rebuild manuals, schemes, diagrams, fluid type and capacity information. I have a 2003 vue with manual transmission i purchased used. Pump the clutch pedal 25 times with the engine off. Recall information from this vin lookup tool is provided by the manufacturer conducting the recall. The clutch pedal grabs very low or very high a clutch pedal that engages very low is typically a problem with the linkage or hydraulic system that operates the clutch. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices.

Dealers will replace the ignition lock cylinder andor ignition key. I had it towed in four separate times at which time the dealer said they replaced the whole wiring system. The saturn vue is a compact suv that was sold and built by saturn, and it was saturns bestselling model. Through the years i have noticed odd noises chirping sounds coming from the doors due to faulty door latches, luckily an inexpensive fix. Our list of 9 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2002 saturn vue. See realworld saturn vue transmission problems and repair histories as reported by other saturn vue owners. Vehicle has had only one major repair, drive shaft universal read more. The vue was later facelifted for the 2006 model year. Like other saturn cars, the vue uses flexible plastic body panels, which are.

Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 30 l models in provo. Jan 06, 2005 transmission models that could be towed with all four wheels on the ground, saturn was one of the few manufacturers that offered both manual and automatic versions that could be transported in this fashion. The front end noise sounds like the famous strut problem. Gas mileage of 2002 vehicles by saturn fuel economy. Sorry to hear about your problems with saturn s i have owned saturn s for. Saturn revives towfriendly design motorhome magazine. Then start it and try shifting it into each gear while parked. The transmission failed twice within 65,000 miles the first repair was done by a dealer just before the end of the powertrain warranty. Despite good overall safety and reliability ratings, several common problems have been associated with different versions of the vue.

Transmission valve body for volvo chevrolet saab saturn vue aw5550sn fits. Yearmodel interchange list all makes cars and trucks. I love my car, and have never had any troubles with it. I did not want the awd because it costs 2 mpg, the rear units have problems, and the. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. The advantages of this system are improved fuel economy, ease of. Manual transmission problem of the 2002 saturn vue 8 when coming to stops, the vehicle would surge as if being hit from behind. Get reliability information for the 2002 saturn vue from consumer reports, which. There seems to be a problem serving the request at this time. The problem has been looked at on several occasions. G raduate program s co rd ia lly in vites you to a n. However the transmission is slipping, rear hub bearing, noise coming from left side beginning jan 14, 2009 to current. No issues for the first 2 years and then the parade.

If this condition occurs on your 2002, 2003, 2004, or 2005 model year saturn vue. Quality problems delay saturns new continuously variable. I purchsed the veh in 2005 w51,00mi and an extended warrantee. I have,350 miles on it and if im at a dead stop and put it in first i have to fight with it or go to 2nd then back to 1st. Read more about the 2002 saturn vue takin on the competition motor trend. The original owner put every bell and whistle on it. Saturn vue questions 2008 saturn vue transmission problems. Step by step manual transmission removal of a 2003 saturn vue in less than 2 hours. This was the second time that the transmission failed. Cvt models accelerate smoothly from a standstill, and deliver almost instantaneous passing power. Free full download of 2002 saturn vue repair manual. If you have automatic transmission problems in your vue, ie. Epa mpg owner mpg estimates 2002 saturn vue fwd 4 cyl, 2.

One problem experienced with both engines was quite a lot of. Saturn manual transmissions the clutch system, which disengages the engine from the drivetrain to change gears, usually has the highest number of issues. How to fill the manual transmission with fluid on a 2003 saturn vue. I own a 4 cylinder manual 5 speed 2002 saturn vue with the sport package. Saturn vue here you can download saturn vue automatic transmission rebuild manuals, schemes, diagrams, fluid type and capacity information. Whatever type of saturn vue you own, we will help you with guides that will teach you how to service your gearbox by yourself. Saturn vue transmission problems and repair descriptions at. After the initial surge the vehicle acts like it is going to stall, stop or cut off. Transmission oilfluid that is low, dirty or the wrong fluid can also cause this problem in manual transmissions. Sorry to hear about your problems with saturn s i have owned saturn s for years and really like owning them.

It was the first vehicle to use the gm theta platform when it was introduced in 2001 for the 2002 model year. The bushing is known to wear out over time causing looseness in the shifter or making it harder to put into gear. Introduced in 2002, the vue was basically well designed, but not as refined or. To see how frequently 2002 saturn sseries problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. I guess it depends on if the car needs any other repairs be sides the. As far as if i think you should spend another 500 to fix it thats up to you if you think its worth it. I wasnt worried much about this at first until another problem started happening. Aug 15, 2010 5 speed manual transmission really hard to shiftchange gears hello, i have a 2004 saturn vue, 4 cyl, 2. Manual transmission problem of the 1996 saturn sc2 2 failure date. I have a 2002 vue that was built in february 2002, and have had my share of problems. About 2 months ago i noticed a delay when i would put my saturn in reverse and it would sort of kick into gear after a few seconds up to 10seconds sometimes.