2005 saturn vue v6 manual shifter fluid change

My trans shop said to just dump the fluid and refill about 6 qts. I had the same problem with my 06 saturn vue although mine is automatic. Both manual and automatic transmissions require fluid but not the same fluid in. When it comes to your saturn vue, you want parts and products from only trusted brands. Follow these steps to add transmission fluid in a 2005 saturn vue 2. Saturn vue usa built 2005, atf type h automatic transmission fluid by idemitsu. I am a mechanic, i am trying to drain and replace transmission fluid on a 2008 saturn vue xe 6 speed with a 3. You can get this at honda or saturn dealers there is a gm part number for atf z1. Note that this trans takes the honda atf z1 fluid, not dexron iii. Up shift light if your vehicle has a manual transaxle, you may have an up shift light. In this video we show how to replace the transmission fluid in a 20022007 v6 saturn vue. My transmission died and i am looking to replace it i found one from a 2005 saturn vue.

Saturn vue transmission problems page 2 car forums at. If the vehicle is sold, leave this manual in the vehicle. Advance auto parts has 16 different automatic transmission fluid for your vehicle, ready for shipping or instore pick up. My drain and fill plugs were not that tough to get off. The liftgate will lock when the gear shifter is moved. To see how frequently 2005 saturn vue problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Re vue trans shuddering and slight surging of engine. Drive line service on a 2005 saturn vue awd v6 071820. Saturn vue automatic transmission fluid advance auto parts. Pictures and words work together in the owner manual to explain things.

Buy a 2005 saturn vue manual trans shift cable bushing at discount prices. Manual transmission parts for saturn vue for sale ebay. Jan 09, 2016 i have a 2003 saturn vue manual transmission on a ecotec 2. If this is done, it can help you learn about the features and controls for the vehicle. Occasionally, it becomes very difficult to shift into first or second gear, but not other gears. This v6 engine was used in the saturn vue 2004 to 2007 model years. See realworld 2005 saturn vue transmission problems and repair histories as reported by other 2005 saturn vue owners. I dont know if saturn will make any attempt to notify vue owners of this change, but i suspect not, so let your vue owning friends know about this service bulletin. Park p with the vehicle moving could damage the transaxle.

Mar 29, 2017 a quick sniff test revealed it to be automatic transmission fluid and an inspection of the vue showed a leak at the transmission pan gasket. I have owned my chevy hhr since it was new in 2006. I stopped at a light and started to accellerate when 2nd gear went out. We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice. I then had fluid changed with bg oil they claim it is a full change and i have had no.

I have a 1989 tracer w 206,500 miles engine never touched has a similar sound but when i put pressure on the shift lever manual i can stop it. I need to remove and replace transmission on a 2005 saturn. A limitededition red line option package adds a sporting attitude to the v6. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for saturn vue when you shop the. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. Replace saturn vue shifter light 2009 saturn vue 2009 saturn vue 2003 saturn vue shuts down 2003 saturn vue 3. Canadian owners a french language copy of this manual can be obtained. A sportier red line trim was added starting with the 2005 model year. What kind of trans fluid does my 2005 saturn vue take. This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements. Detailed specs and features for the used 2005 saturn vue including dimensions, horsepower, engine, capacity, fuel economy, transmission, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more. Between 3045 the engine will rev up, as if the transmission is going to shift, but it doesnt shift.

Saturn vue transmission problems and repair descriptions. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for saturn vue when you shop the largest online. Pictures, symbols, and words work together to explain vehicle operation. All airbags are designed to work with safety belts but do not replace them. Vue transfer case running take out awd unit 40k 2004. The 6 dollar fix for your troublesome 05 vue with manual transmission shifting issues. I did that and then swapped to redline d4 for fluid and the fluid change made very little difference coldhotwhatever. Manual transaxle the shift lever should be in neutral and the parking brake engaged. Engineered for and meets the requirements of honda automatic transmission with dw1 and z1 specifications.

Rockauto ships auto parts and body parts from over 300 manufacturers to customers doors worldwide, all at warehouse prices. A french language copy of this manual can be obtained. Get a free detailed estimate for a transmission repair and replacement in your area from. The saturn vue is a compact suv that was sold and built by saturn, and it was saturns. Saturn, the saturn emblem, and the name vue are registered. Saturn 2006 vue owners manual pdf download manualslib. My 2005 saturn vue has been somewhat stiff when shifting for about 5000 miles now. Clean car with 151k miles, rebuilt title, acheat, sun roof, smooth drive, v6, please contact us for more details. Saturn vue usa built 2005, atf type h plus automatic transmission fluid by idemitsu. I had problems at about 100,000 miles once before, changed the electronics, but still had intermittent problems,codes, shifting. Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference. Your transmission fluid should be changed regularly to e. Shift into park p only when your vehicle is stopped.

I drove a little further in fifth gear which worked fine. Saturn reserves the right to make changes after that time without further notice. Dec 20, 2004 the 2005 saturn vue is available with a choice of fourcylinder or v6 engines and with frontwheel drive fwd or allwheel drive awd. Thought the transmission was a goner, fluid burnt real bad.

How to change transmission fluid in vue with manual transmission. Saturn vue questions 06 vue revving up, but not shifting. View and download saturn 2005 vue owners manual online. Saturn 2005 vue owners manual pdf download manualslib. Parking brake parking brake the parking brake lever is located to the right of the drivers seat. Today when i was driving home, i went to shift into 4th gear and it made a grinding noise and wouldnt shift into it at all. Transmission fluid replacement 20022007 v6 saturn vue. See 2005 saturn vue model specs, features and configurations for 4dr fwd manual, 4dr fwd auto, 4dr awd vti auto, 4dr fwd auto v6, 4dr awd auto v6 search cars, vin, body style loading report. My trans shop recommended another fluid change after about another 10k which i am ready to do. How to use this manual many people read the owner manual from beginning to end when they. Up shift light if you have a manual transaxle, you may have an up shift light. Get the best deals on gear shifters for saturn vue when you shop the largest online selection at. Something to do with the clutch modular shift sensor. Refer to page 614 in the owners manual it will inform you of exactly which lubricants should be used in either manual or automatic transmission.

If i accelerate through, beyond 45, it shifts and runs fine. How to check the transmission fluid on a saturn how to install clutch 2005 saturn ion. Its also recommended to check with the fluid at normal operating temperature. Manual shift assembly was replaced, old shift assembly broke the connector at the base. My trans shop recommended another fluid change after about another 10k which i. In 200203 models, the fourcylinder is often quieter than the v6. Keep this manual in the vehicle so it will be there if it is needed. Free video on how to change the oil and oil filter in a 2005 saturn vue 3.

Mar 17, 2005 saturn has issued a revised procedure for dinghytowing the vue v6 model, per the bulletin below. Saturn vue transmission problems page 3 car forums at. Saturn vue questions how to change the transmission fluid. Also, see repair breakdown by problem area and cost. V6 models received hondas j35s1 engine and honda transmission. Manual shift assembly was replaced, old shift assembly broke the connector at the. This manual describes features that may or may not be on your speci. I bought it about 3 years ago with 64k mostly highway miles.

Im thinking it might be a shift sensor, but wanted some advice before i started disassembling the car. Saturn vue grinding sound from transmission inspection costs. Anyone towing a vue should read this and act accordingly. Read this manual from beginning to end to learn about the vehicles features and controls. The average price of a 2005 saturn vue transmission repair and replacement can vary depending on location. Financing information contact us today at 6143330333 for more information, or fill out our online credit application to begin the preapproval process today. View this used 2005 saturn vue in winter park, fl from autonation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed.

Aug 15, 2010 hello, i have a 2004 saturn vue, 4 cyl, 2. Aug 02, 2005 heres the procedure from the 2005 vue owners manual. Grinding sound from transmission inspection estimate for saturn vue. Since then the transmission shift stick has been getting harder and harder to change gears. No, i can not stop the vibrationnoise by holding any part of the console, shifter, knob, etc. Canadian owners a french language copy of this manual can. Saturn vue 2005 hard to shift manual transmission replace those cables and youll be much better off. Find the engine specs, mpg, transmission, wheels, weight, performance and more for the 2005 saturn vue utility 4d awd v6. Manual transmission fluid application guide carquest auto parts. The only way to check it per service is to remove the center part of the main drain plug while running in park,if fluid drains or trickles out they say its full.