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# Saturn Field Product Reminder - Vehicle Fix It Right the First Time Issues, Parts Restriction Information and Service Bulletins Released in June, 2005

Subject: | Saturn Field Product Reminder -- Vehicle "Fix It Right the First Time" Issues, Parts Restriction Information and Service Bulletins Released in June, 2005

Models: | 2006 and Prior Model Year Saturn Vehicles

In order to access this bulletin electronically, go to the Service Information (SI) Home Page and select the "Latest News" icon. The documents are arranged by sub-section and then by date (newest to oldest). Scroll down to "General Information" then click on the latest "Field Product Reminder" bulletin.

#### Saturn Field Product Reminder -- Vehicle Issues -- Fix It Right the First Time

Model Year(s) | Vehicle Line(s)/Condition | Do This | Don't Do This | Reference Information/Bulletin
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New Issues
2003-2005 | ION squeak, rattle, pop or creak noise from front end of vehicle. | Replace front stabilizer shaft bushing and/or clamp. | Don't replace stabilizer link. | 04-03-08-003A
2005 | ION battery discharged after vehicle has not been used for approximately 5 days. | Reprogram Engine Control Module (ECM) with TIS version 5.0 or greater. | Don't recharge battery without updating calibration. | 05-06-04-036
2005 | ION - fuel gauge stays on empty with fuel remaining, fluctuating speedometer and/or tachometer, and SES lamp illuminated with DTCs P0420, P0461, or U1064 set. | Reprogram ECM with TIS version 5.0 or greater. | Don’t replace instrument cluster, ECM, BCM, fuel level sender, O2 sensor, or catalytic converter. | 05-06-04-020A
1993-2005 | Saturn vehicles with exterior lamp condensation. | Reference bulletin for guidelines on when an exterior lamp should be replaced. | Don't replace an exterior lamp when lamp exhibits normal amounts of moisture or condensation. | 01-08-42-001C
2006 | ION w/ 2.4 LE5 Relay w/ 3.9 LZ9 | Reference bulletin for guidelines on engine exchange program for RPO LE5 and RPO LZ9. | Don't perform repairs on engine or engine components before referencing the engine exchange program bulletin. | 05-06-01-012
2005-2006 | ION w/ 4T45E Transaxle (MN5) - key binding in ignition lock cylinder. | Adjust shifter cable. | Don't replace shift control assembly. | PIC3596
2005 | Relay - heated seats or rear defogger turns off when power windows are activated. | Reprogram HVAC control module. | Don't replace HVAC control module. | 05-01-38-011
2005 | Relay with US8/US9 radios. | Set radio alternate frequency (AF) to OFF. | Don't replace radio if presets change and audio is lost | 05-08-44-019
2002-2005 | VUE - power window/sunroof fuse (30A) open. | Install 30A circuit breaker as outlined in bulletin. | Don't replace window or sunroof switch or motor. | 05-08-64-004
2004-2005 | VUE - delayed activation of auto headlamps in twilight conditions. | Reprogram BCM per bulletin. | Don't replace light sensor. | 05-08-42-006

#### Saturn Field Actions Released in June, 2005

Category Type | Subject | Model(s) | Model Year(s) | Bulletin Number
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Engine | Customer Satisfaction Program - Engine Harmonic Balancer Not Seated | Relay Vehicles with 3.5L V-6 Engine (VIN L - RPO LX9) with VIN Breakpoints | 2005 | 05548A

#### Saturn Service Bulletins Released in June, 2005

Category Type | Subject | Model(s) | Model Year(s) | Bulletin Number
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General Information | Warranty Administration - 2006 Model Year Saturn Owner Protection Plan Highlights (U.S. Only) | ION Relay VUE | 2006 | 05-00-89-035
HVAC | HVAC Mode Actuator Noisy or Inoperative, Heated Seats and/or Rear Defroster/Defogger May Turn Off with Activation of Rear Power Windows (Update HVAC Control Module Software) | Relay | 2005 | 05-01-38-011
Suspension | Premature and/or Irregular Tire Wear (Set Front Sum Toe and Rotate Tires As Necessary) | ION | 2003-2005 | 05-03-07-001A
Suspension | Service Manual Update - Wheel Alignment Specifications | ION | 2003-2005 | 05-03-07-007
Suspension | Service Manual Update - Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications | ION | 2003-2005 | 05-03-08-008A
Suspension | Service Manual Update - Revised Control Arm Bushing Replacement Procedure | Relay | 2005 | 05-03-09-008
Suspension | Information on Tire Radial Force Variation (RFV) | L-Series ION | 2000-2005 2003-2006 | 00-03-10-006A
Suspension | Information - Tire Characteristics of GM Original Equipment Tires | Saturn Vehicles | 2006 and prior | 03-03-10-007A
Brakes | Warranty Administration - Brake Warranty Service and Procedures (Canada Only) | Saturn Vehicles | 1999-2006 | 00-05-22-002F
Brakes | Warranty Administration - Brake Warranty Service and Procedures (U.S. Only) | Saturn Vehicles | 1999-2006 | 05-05-22-002
Brakes | Service Manual Update - Revised Disc Brake Specifications | Relay | 2005 | 05-05-23-003
Engine | Exchange Program for Supercharged 2.0L Ecotec Engine | ION Red Line | 2004 | 04-06-01-014A
Engine | ASI Resolution - Whistle Type Noise Coming From Engine (Replace Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Tube) | Relay | 2005 | 05-06-01-005A
Engine | Engine Oil Leak at Crankshaft Rear Main Oil Seal (Replace with Revised Crankshaft Rear Main Oil Seal) | Relay | 2005 | 05-06-01-019
Engine | Service Engine Soon (SES) Lamp Illuminated with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0128 Set (Reprogram Powertrain Control Module [PCM]) | ION Red Line | 2005 | 05-06-04-038
Transmission/Transaxle | Information - Transmission Control Module (TCM) Shorted to Battery Voltage During Diagnosis and/or Service | ION | 2005-2006 | 05-07-30-016
Body & Accessories | Radio Presets Change and Audio is Lost (Set Radio Alternate Frequency (AF) to OFF) | Relay | 2005 | 05-08-44-019
Body & Accessories | Information - Rear Window Defogger - Broken Heating Grid Detection Method | Saturn Vehicles | 1991-2006 | 04-08-48-001B
Body & Accessories | Exchange Program - Saturn Relay Instrument Panel Cluster Ordering Process | Relay | 2005 | 05-08-49-009B

#### Parts on Restriction at TAC (as of June, 2005)

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2004-2005 | XM Digital Radio Receiver | Bulletin 04-08-44-009A, GM Technical Assistance Center 1-877-446-8227