2003 Saturn VUE - Answered Questions & Fixed issues

DOES THE VEHICLE SEEM TO GO INTO LIMP MODE AROUND 20 MILES BEFORE IT DOES THIS. IF THIS OCCURS THEN THERE IS A SENSOR ON THE TRANSMISSION WHICH CAUSES THIS PROBLEM CHECK WITH YOUR DEALERSHIP AND THEY WILL GIVE YOU MORE INFORMATION

This is a common problem on GM vehicles. This security light indicates a failure in the antitheft system that comes standard on your vehicle. It miscommunicates with itself and then shuts down the vehicle as a protective measure. There is no recal on this. The dealer wont help you. Go to this link for info and possible ways to beat this problem.http://vatspasslockpasskeysecurityhelp.yolasite.com/

Question edited for fix all the typos and spelling. Question moved to category. No, you can't disable it, you have to fix the problem, not try and find a way around it. There is help to reset, but you probably need an auto electrician or a local place that installs alarms and remote starters. The both have pro grade scan tool computers to diagnose the problem. https://www.google.com/search?q=2003+saturn+vue+anti+theft+system ..

hey - did you get an aswer to '2003 vue power sterring not working and no guages' this just happend to me 8/10/2011 and I have no idea what it could be - Thanks!

You should be able to get a free owner's manual at this website...

http://www.autoownermanuals.com/manuals.item.3326/Saturn%20VUE%20Owners%20Manual%202003.pdf

The CEL (Check Engine Light) will not go out until you hook up a OBD II scanner to your vehicle and erase the code. If it comes back again after you erase it than either the original problem still exists or you have a new problem. You can go to your local AutoZone store and they can hook up a scanner and erase your code for free.

Some cpu units can be reprogrammed using a laptop with the programming sequence in it . On the later vehicles the dealers can alter the cpu program to give different engine performance. Talk with a shop that specialises in vehicle performance to see if yours can be reset

It's either the BCM or the speed sensor, have it scanned with a a gm tech 2 scanner or equivelant to pinpoint the problem. I hope this helps.

Sorry but I would have to see the vehicle for I never owned one of those cars

Disconnect batt or computer-clean the plug . If no go then try to drive it tua autopart for freescan. U may need fluid change or update on trans

How did you check code's ? OBD2 scan tool ? There are more computers on your vehicle then just the PCM/ECM - engine computer . BCM - body control module , Air bag module , ABS - anti-lock brakes , instrument cluster etc.... Need a factory scan tool or someother professional type scan tool to read these codes. If the check engine (SES) light is on code's are stored in one of these other modules . Your best bet mite be to have a qualified repair shop check it out .(not dealer )

I looked at info for 4 cylinder engine, 2.2L You have to remove starter motor to get at it, so says my database.

have you check for trouble codes?

the coolant temp sensor is located at rear of engine oppisit the timing belt under rear of intake manifold.

Check your battery terminal conections are clean and tight.

Check battery is in good condition.

Do you know anything about diagnosing automotive systems ? Automotive electronic ignition systems , checking for spark , testing fuel pressure an flow etc.... Hooking up a scan tool an checking data to the PCM - engine computer . 048 Engine Hard to Start or No Start Scan Data for Starting Problems 047 Engine Hard to Start or No Start Scan Data for Ignition If you don't know about this stuff you probably take it to a qualified repair shop.

Rather then replacing a bunch of parts because someone suggested it could be this or that , your best bet , take it to a qualified diagnostic technician . One that has the knowledge an testing equipment . Could be any number of thing's . guessing doesn't work . 064 Emission Tests Scan Data Pre Check 003 Fuel System Tests Scan Data Tests

Sounds like a visit to your local lock smith is in your future.

Sounds like you should take it to a qualified repair shop. You don't have any automotive diagnostic skills . Electrical trouble shooting , using wiring diagrams along with a DMM - digital multi-meter . Checking main electrical circuit's , battery cable connections etc... Starter Voltage Drop Electric Testing Techniques You Need to Know Free wiring diagrams here http://www.bbbind.com/free_tsb.html Enter vehicle info. year , make , model an engine size. Under system click on engine then under subsystem click on starting . Click the search button then the blue link. Buy yourself a DMM ,watch the videos , test the starter electrical circuits .

big vacum to brake boosterall the little vacums can be jumped together and they make there way on the throttle body