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# Saturn Field Product Reminder - Vehicle Fix It Right the First Time Issues and Parts Restriction Information for March, 2006

Subject: | Saturn Field Product Reminder -- Vehicle "Fix It Right the First Time" Issues and Parts Restriction Information for March, 2006

Models: | 2007 and Prior 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.

#### Vehicle Issues -- Fix It Right the First Time

Model Year(s)/ Vehicle Line | Condition | Do This | Don't Do This | Reference Information/ Bulletin
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2005-06 Relay 2006 ION, VUE 2007 Sky | Ordering U1C, US8, and US9 radios for 2005-06 Relay, 2006 ION, VUE, 2007 Sky | Call authorized Electronic Service Centers (ESC) to exchange radios for affected models/RPOs. | Don't call the PQC or order a new radio from Saturn Service Parts Operations for affected models/RPOs. | 05-08-44-007B
2007 Sky | Passenger side air bag trim cover is not flush with I/P | Reinstall the air bag so the air bag trim cover is flush with the I/P pad. | Don't replace the air bag. | PIC3928
2007 Sky | Driveline clunk | Inform the owner of normal characteristics of the driveline. | Don't replace any driveline components unless indicated by SI diagnostics. | 05-07-29-005
2007 Sky | Hood/door paint damage | Close both doors before closing the hood. | Don't close the hood before closing the doors if the door(s) is in the first detent. | PIC3979
2007 Sky | Radio audio pop, distortion, or bleed | Reprogram the radio with new calibrations available in April, 2006. | Don't replace the radio. | 06-08-44-007A
2002-2006 VUE 2003-2006 ION | IP cluster lens cloudy, scratched, cracked, or broken | Replace the IP cluster lens only. | Don't replace the entire IP cluster. | 06-08-49-002
2002-2006 VUE 2003-2006 ION | Reduced power steering assist during extended max rotation usage | Review normal operating characteristics, including overload protection mode. | Don't replace the EPS components. | 06-02-32-002A
2003-2006 ION | No crank or no start, DTC B2960 and/or B3033 set | Verify that the ignition switch has been replaced. | Don't replace the BCM before checking the ignition switch. | 04-08-45-005D
2005-2006 ION | Lower auxiliary seal strip loose and/or road noise coming from doors | Replace the lower auxiliary seal strip on each affected door. | Don't simply remove the old seals. | 06-08-64-010A
2003-2006 ION | Water leaks into passenger compartment through HVAC module condensate drain tube | Install an auxiliary drain tube extension. | Don't replace the HVAC lower case. | 03-01-39-011B
2003-2006 ION | Clunk noise from front of vehicle when turning | Diagnose and replace the intermediate shaft if necessary. | Don't replace the steering gear. | 05-02-32-005C
2006 ION | Material buildup on inside of front rotors | Turn the rotor to remove buildup. | Don't replace the front rotors. | 05-05-22-002
2005-2006 Relay | Rattle/click/ticking noise from wheel cover | Install wheel cover insulators. | Don't replace the wheel cover. | 05-03-10-013A
2005 Relay with US8/US9 radios | Presets change or audio lost | Set the radio to alternate frequency (AF) to OFF. | Don't replace the radio. | 05-08-44-019
2005-2006 Relay | Rear rocker molding loose | Replace only the rear rocker molding, now available as separate pieces. | Don't replace the entire rocker molding (front and rear). | 05-08-111-007
2005-2006 Relay | High effort to sound horn or horn only sounds when certain spots pressed | Replace the horn pad springs. | Don't replace the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. | 05-08-54-001A
2005 VUE | Fuel gauge incorrect/inoperative, SES lamp on w/DTC P0463 set | Inspect the secondary fuel sender connection and replace the primary fuel pump module if necessary. | Don't replace the fuel sender card, IP cluster, or reprogram the ECM/PCM. | 05-06-04-075
2002-2006 VUE | Windnoise from top of windshield | Review bulletin 06-08-58-002, replace the windshield upper reveal molding, if necessary). | Don't replace the windshield. | 06-08-58-002
2002-2006 VUE | Squeak/itch noise from front seat(s) | Install squeak reduction tape to the front seat hook. | Don't replace seat or seat components. | 02-08-50-003A
2005 VUE | Sunroof will not close | Replace the sunroof control module. | Don't replace the sunroof assembly, sunroof motor, or switch. | 05-08-67-010
2006 VUE | Security system sounds or dome light will not turn off | Add foam strip to IP end panel support to ensure that the door jamb switch opens. | Don't replace the door jamb switch or the BCM. | 05-08-42-014
2006 VUE | SIR code B0092 or PPSS code 52 set | Check the seat back (heated seat) 4-way connector for intermittent contact. | Don't replace the PPS sensor. | PIT3723
2005-2006 VUE | Intermittent poor AC performance or vapor from vents | Verify that the temperature sensor cavity is packed with thermal grease. | Don't replace the TXV. | PIT3689
2006 ION and VUE | Radio setup after radio install (all radios) | Use Saturn Service Stall system to configure the radio to vehicle. | Don't return the vehicle to customer after radio installation without configuring the radio with SSS. | PIT3716

### Saturn Field Actions and Service Bulletins Released in March, 2006

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#### Parts on Restriction at TAC (as of March, 2006)

Model Year(s) | Component on Restriction | Reference Info/Bulletin/Phone Number
--- | --- | ---
2003-2006 ION, VUE 2004-2005 L-Series 2005-2006 Relay 2007 Sky | OnStar Generation 5 and 6 Vehicle Communication Interface Modules (VCIM) | Bulletin 03-08-46-004B, GM Technical Assistance Center 1-877-446-8227 (in Canada, 1-800-263-7740 (English) or 1-800-263-7960 (French))
2004-2007 Saturn Vehicles | XM Digital Radio Receiver | Bulletin 03-08-44-022C, GM Technical Assistance Center 1-877-446-8227 (in Canada, 1-800-263-7740 (English) or 1-800-263-7960 (French))