What engine is in a 2003 Saturn Ion?
2.2 L 4-cylinder
2003 Saturn ION/Engine
What was the problem with the Saturn Ion in 2003?
The 2003 (and 2004) Ion was cursed with GM’s flawed attempt at a continuously variable transmission, known as the VTi. It had such a high failure rate that a class-action lawsuit was filed against GM, eventually prompting a settlement and a warranty extension. GM discontinued the VTi for the 2005 model year – surprise, surprise.
How does the PassLock work on a Saturn Ion 3?
The 2003 Saturn Ion 3 is equipped with the Passlock anti-theft system. The system disables the ignition if it detects that starting the car is attempted with an invalid key. When the Passlock system is activated, the security light flashes on the instrument panel. The engine cannot be started until the system resets.
Why is my air conditioner not working in my Saturn Ion?
If you cannot hear the sound that accompanies turning the air from low to high, then the problem is likely with the blower motor. Pull on the accessory trim plate to release the retaining fasteners to get to the control panel. Disconnect the electrical connector.
What are the problems with my 2004 ion2?
Need some confirmation. Having intermittent starting problems with my 2004 ION2. Insert key, turn on, lights come on but no turnover. Sit a few minutes, turn on, tries to start but dies as if no gas, or get a turnover and that’s it. Sit another couple of minutes, turn on, lights, no turnover.
The 2003 (and 2004) Ion was cursed with GM’s flawed attempt at a continuously variable transmission, known as the VTi. It had such a high failure rate that a class-action lawsuit was filed against GM, eventually prompting a settlement and a warranty extension. GM discontinued the VTi for the 2005 model year – surprise, surprise.
If you cannot hear the sound that accompanies turning the air from low to high, then the problem is likely with the blower motor. Pull on the accessory trim plate to release the retaining fasteners to get to the control panel. Disconnect the electrical connector.
Need some confirmation. Having intermittent starting problems with my 2004 ION2. Insert key, turn on, lights come on but no turnover. Sit a few minutes, turn on, tries to start but dies as if no gas, or get a turnover and that’s it. Sit another couple of minutes, turn on, lights, no turnover.
Where is the ignition switch on a Saturn?
The problem was due to the original ignition switch which is a $50 part from Saturn. The ignition switch is located on the back end of the ignition lock. The ignition switch sends a code that is generated in the ignition lock to the body control module (BCM). It is a part of the Passlock2 system on the 2004 Saturn.