if your key worked before but doesn't now your probably looking at a worn out lock cylinder or a worn out key. more than likely its the lock cylinder. you can buy a replacement lock cylinder but it will have to be keyed to match the original key by a locksmith or a knowledgeable parts guy may know how
This can be a malfunction ot this can be serious, First check vehicle and make sure there is oil in this vehicle. If there is oil make sure its at the right level NOT low or NOT high but just where it should be on dipstick. If there is low or NO oil on dipstick make sure you have a receipt from that oil change place just in case there is damage to your engine. just because this is a practically new vehicle I would recommend that you take it back to Saturn and get this look at, or the other option if the level is good is to take off the battery positive lead for at least 10 minutes. (IF YOU HAVE A CODED RADIO IN THIS VEHICLE MAKE SURE YOU KNOW THE CODE BEFORE DOING THIS PLEASE) and that should reset the oil pressure light. Good luck and thanks for using FIX YA
You are always going to get worse gas mileage with E85 than regualr gasoline. My sister has a colbalt and she mixes 1/2 gas and 1/2 e85. The dealer told her she could do this to improve mileage. I would not try it in your car unless you check with the dealer first, it could mess your engine up if you do it. If you are getting that mileage with gasoline, then i would change spark plugs to bosch platnium 2 or something that allows more spark.
First which engine do you have? If you have the Ecotec 2.4 4 cylinder you should be able to use a 32 millimeter socket with an extension. Some oil will run off of the filter but should not be real hot. Drain all of the oil from the engine first. Chilton's is a good manuel to use.
which engine is it. and USA car?
did you even look first. seems not to me.
why not go to Valvoline oil changers, and let them do the mess.
no split oil.
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Take it to a good local auto-electrician as advised.
Jeff Armer Oct 11, 2021
Have it checked for DTC'S - diagnostic trouble codes , before you start playing with thing's . All the gauge setting information comes to the instrument cluster over serial data network GM Class 2 from the PCM/ECM engine computer . Could have U codes stored, Do you know anything about serial data networks or U codes ? If not, do yourself a favor an have a qualified repair shop check it.
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Fuel Gauge
The instrument panel cluster (IPC) displays the fuel level based on information from the engine control module (ECM). The engine control module (ECM) calculates the fuel level based on information from the fuel level sensor. The engine control module (ECM) sends the fuel level information to the body control module (BCM) via the serial data circuit. The instrument panel cluster (IPC) displays the fuel level as received from the BCM. The fuel gage defaults to E (empty) if:
• The ECM detects a malfunction in the fuel level sensor circuit.
• The IPC detects a loss of serial data communications with the BCM.
• The BCM detects a loss of serial data communications with the ECM.
When the fuel level is less than a pre-determined value, the Low Fuel indicator message illuminates.
Speedometer
The instrument panel cluster (IPC) displays the vehicle speed based on information from the engine control module (ECM). The engine control module (ECM) calculates the vehicle speed from the vehicle speed sensor (VSS) input. The ECM sends a serial data message to the BCM indicating the vehicle speed. The instrument panel cluster (IPC) displays the vehicle speed as received from the BCM via serial data circuit.
The speedometer defaults to 0 km/h (0 mph) when any of the following occur:
• The ECM detects a malfunction in the vehicle speed sensor.
• The BCM detects a loss of serial data communications with the ECM.
• The IPC detects a loss of serial data communications with the BCM.
The plug cables could be worn. You can't tell from surface inspect or test each one. The boots or connection is common to wear. Also ignition module may have issue. The timing or fuel delivery may be hidden problem
I have a 2008 Saturn VUE. I had the problem where my key would not turn to off and I wouldn't be able to take it out of the ignition it was also on ACC. So even though I had power in my car it might be the same problem you have. I just kind of hit the shift up when it was in park. This should unlock the key. You should hear a click and after that you should be able to turn it all the way off and take the key out.
Not sure on that particular model, as some have a filter screen in the filler neck preventing a tube from being stuck down into the tank. Only one way to find out, stick a piece of garden hose down the filler neck ( use about a 4 foot section) if it only goes in a few inches to a foot, you will have to drain the gas by disconnecting the fuel line at the tank and pressure pump it out. Mike
The models ran from 2002 to 2007 as the first generation and 2008 to 2010 as the second generation. So there is a good chance the CD player will fit.
The only thing to watch for is if there was a factory option upgrade to the head unit. This could affect wiring.
As long as the two units look exactly the same and you've got the unlock code you should be able to fit and use it.
Hi. Thanks for your question. For assistance on intermittent starting issues you can visit https://www.reliable-store.com and download the entire workshop manual which includes all the information along with the diagrams for better understanding. Good day!
