20 Most Recent 2004 Saturn VUE - Page 9 Questions & Answers

there are over 200 system faults that turn the check engine light on, have the systems computer tested, there should be a trouble code present to ID the fault(s)

I would agree, try connecting a jumper lead from the battery earth terminal to a suitable earth connection on the engine when the problem arises, if the engine then starts it will confirm the cause of your fault

This sounds as if your starter solenoid isn't being energised, check the voltage at the solenoid terminal while an assistant holds the key in the start position, if you have a battery voltage at that point you have probably a starter motor fault. regards Mike

The negative is on the battery,the sime side or oposite,can't miss it!Can be well covered (plastic cap).In the last instance u can use the chasis ground (some free bolt ,well tighten to chasis),it is the same thing as long as the ground is ok (negative to chasis linK).Cheers,let the others know if problem solved.

Time to change your oil or reset this timer.

The pump will pull on one end and throw the other,if reversed, just won't blow water.Is that the matter?

Underhood Check

Engine oil--Check the engine oil level.

Coolant--Check the radiator coolant level in the reservoir.

Battery-- Visually check battery cables and connections.

Automatic transmission--Check the fluid level.

Master cylinder--Check the fluid level.

Power Steering--Check the fluid level.

Windshield washer--Check the fluid level.

Belts & hoses--Visually check all belts and hoses for wear. NOTE: In addition to the items listed above there are cases with some manufacturer's where odd components such as manual transmission/transaxles and front differentials many be equipped with a dipstick found underhood for fluid level check. If you are unsure of a dipstick on your vehicle, check with the owners manual.

I think you have a transmission without dipstickthere a plug on transmission on top of right axleengine running fill until fluid drop from the hole

try changing the atf fluid if its automatic transmition

I assume the tack is going up/down and that means the engine is reving up/down. This could be a transmission gear slip. Change the fluid, make sure you add 1 qt of Lucas Trans Fix. The next thing you should do is put it on the computer to see if you have any transmission codes.Your drop in MPG's may be due to running on a lower gear which means your engine works harder at higher speeds.

Same on my 2004 Vue. Pry up shift panel, use putty knifes, slot screew driver, then pry up outer panel (with power window switches). remove screws holding radio, climate control panel (I believe there were 4 screws). gently lift this panel up and push gently toward windshield to unlatch. Don't lift higher than is necessary to acess 4 way flasher switch as climate control cables shouldn't be pulled hard so as do damage to climate control panel. The catches broke on my 4 way switch so I used Goop (from Walmart, Lowes etc.) to glue it in switch recptical. After glue dries, latch panel, screw panel in place and snap widow switch and shif panels in place.