The 2003 and 2004 ion coupes were available with the vti continuously variable. It was no sports car, but certainly peppy enough with 175hp. If you have an automatic transaxle, the ignition switch. Get the best deals on complete manual transmissions for saturn ion when you shop the largest online selection at. What caus upon acceleratione my 2004 saturn ion occasionally slip out of gear at a stop then it will jump back in gear upon acceleration check your transmission fluid level. I hope this video helps build your confidence in replacing your own. It may not be possible for the average owner to do this, as saturn transmissions are made to he used for 100,000 miles, then serviced for another 100,000. Keep this manual in the vehicle so it will be there if it is needed. Get the best deals on complete manual transmissions for saturn ion when you shop the largest online. Heres how to choose oil and fluids for all model years of the saturn. May 25, 2019 i was going to change my transmission fluid just because its got 125k on the odometer. Vue v6 2004 saturn ion 3 quad coupe 2004 saturn ion red line quad coupe 2004 saturn l 300 sedan 2. Canadian owners a french language copy of this manual can be obtained.
I have a 2004 saturn ion red line with a manual transmission only transmission offered. What transmission fluid for 2004 saturn ion answers. The 2003 and 2004 ion coupes were available with the vti continuously variable transmission or a getrag f23 5speed manual. How to choose the oil and fluids for a saturn ion it still runs. This transmission unit includes a transmission case, valve body, tail shaft and housing, torque converter automatic only, and all internal lubricated parts. Choose for me to minimize cost choose for me to minimize cost.
The saturn ion is one of those cars you still see on the street today, perhaps not enough to notice, but its of minor historical interest as the saturnbranded cousin of the chevy cobaltpontiac g5. She stated that the vehicle became very difficult to steer and she had to hold on to the shifter and the steering wheel in order to gain control of. Manual transmission problem of the 2004 saturn ion 4 failure date. Since then the transmission shift stick has been getting harder and harder to change gears. This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements.
The 2004 saturn ion has 5 nhtsa complaints for the power train. I kept my ion much longer than my other 2 saturns for various. It uses a hydraulic clutch which uses the brake fluid to lubricate. Saturn ion removing transmission dropping sub frame youtube. Saturn ion questions 2004 saturn ion transmission cargurus. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. If the vehicle is sold, leave this manual in the vehicle.
The best place to look for a saturn service manual is on this site, where you can download a free copy to your computers hard drive, and then print off as many copies as you think you may need. We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice. With an automatic transmission at the torque converter and flexplate are responsible for transferring the rotating engine power to the transmission. You will only be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned to lock. If you do this, it can help you learn about the features and controls for the vehicle. I bought it about 3 years ago with 64k mostly highway miles. I was able to stop the vehicle in time to avoid the car in front of me. I was going to change my transmission fluid just because its got 125k on the odometer. It has been a known issue that this transmission was a poorly made gm product. Box 07 detroit, mi 48207 how to use this manual many people read the owner manual from beginning to end when they. Saturn ion transmission problems and repair descriptions.
The engine in your 2004 saturn ion may make the power, but it is the transmission or transaxle that sends it to rest of the driveline. A french language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from. Prior to that, i had owned a 1992 saturn sl1 and a 1998 saturn sl2. The saturn ion, produced by gm in model years 2003 to 2007 and generally praised for having good handling comparable to that of its sameclass competitors, has the unique distinction of being the longest compact car sold in the united states. The clutch seems fine and all gears run, theyre just hard to get into or change into. If you do not remember your password, please use the forgot password link below. Download your free pdf file of the 2004 saturn ion on our comprehensive online database of automotive owners manuals. Westar is a widely recognized manufacturer and exporter of rubber to metal bonded parts for all types of trucks and automobiles. View and download saturn 2004 ion owners manual online. I previously drove 93 and 99 saturn sc2 coupes and had no major problems.
We have 93 saturn ion vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 30 1owner cars, and 2 personal use cars. I would like to change the transmission fluid for my own peace of mind since i plan on keeping it until at least 200k miles, maybe even longer. In this video i am disassembling the car to remove the transmission. When i initially purchased the car, the transmission was bad.
Where is the transmission fluid located in a 2004 saturn ion. To see how frequently saturn ion problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. I was shifting from first to second gear, in traffic, and the entire shift knob assembly came off in my hand. The 2005 model of the saturn ion adopted a new transmission system because the earlier versions used in the 2003 and 2004 models caused several problems. Genuine saturn part excellent condition 128k miles. Welcome to saturn ion pdf manuals online download links page,devoted to give saturn ion owners,drivers,users available manufacturers specifications,factory bullen,workshop,electrical wiring diagrams schematics,recalls,and tsbs,oem original equipment manufacturer technical service bulletin and technical informations to safely and easily diagnose,maintenance,repair,troubleshooting your car. The 2005 model was furnished with gms 4speed 4t45e transmission system, and it was also equipped with a new steering wheel, grilles, wheel covers, and an acoustic engine cover to reduce. Welcome to saturn ion pdf manuals online download links page,devoted to give saturn ion owners,drivers,users available manufacturers specifications,factory bullen,workshop,electrical wiring diagrams schematics,recalls,and tsbs,oem original equipment manufacturer technical service bulletin and technical informations to safely and easily.
The knob fell to the drivers side floor, causing me to look down. The 2004 saturn ion is available as a 4door, 5seat sedan. I purchased my saturn ion quad coupe brandnew in 2004. How to choose the oil and fluids for a saturn ion it. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. She stated that the vehicle became very difficult to steer and she had to hold on to the shifter and the steering wheel in order to gain control of the vehicle. There are some videos about doing this on youtube and im just pointing out what happened. This is a complete used oem manual transmission thats guaranteed to fit the 2004 saturn ion manufacturers specifications. Manual transmissionmanual transaxle for 2004 saturn ion select manual transaxle part. If its a manual transmission car its the brake fluid. This position locks your steering column in a vehicle with a manual transmission. Saturn vue v6 2004 saturn ion 3 quad coupe 2004 saturn ion red line quad coupe 2004 saturn l 300 sedan 2.
Used 2004 saturn ion for sale with photos cargurus. My car has a cvt transmission is there a way to put a regular transmission in to my car the cvt replacement is out of my budget by a lot. Access a large inventory of quality used 2004 saturn ion transmissions online. Saturn ion pdf manuals online download links at saturn manuals. For 2004, saturn also recalibrated the electric power steering, as well as upgraded interior materials, and offered new sound systems. While driving approximately 2530 mph the vehicle lost power steering. Our 2004 saturn ion transmissions come with a 1year warranty, free shipping and 30day money back guarantee. Saturn ion automatic transmission 2004, eco plus automatic transmission fluid, 1 quart by eneos. Complete manual transmissions for saturn ion for sale ebay. The ion was just not a saturn to me, except for the plastic body panels. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed.
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