However, the cvt transmission is notoriously expensive to repair. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. We have 98 saturn ion vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 31 1. If the vehicle is sold, leave this manual in the vehicle. The worst complaints are rpms sticking, shifts hard, and transmission rattles. The coupes came with the cvt and the sedans with the 5 speed manual or the aisin af23 5 speed automatic transmission. I have a 2007 redline with a blown motor i also have a 2006 colbalt with a good 2. Thus, automatic gearbox options included four and fivespeed ones, while the manual transmission was offered in a single version a five. I bought a 2006 saturn ion 3 with 5 sp manual transmission back in aug 2010. The ion red line features a highercapacity fivespeed manual transmission f35 than other ion models, mated with a shortthrow shifter. The only reason for me to do this was that i replaced my clutch and i didnt want to leak the fluid out through the output shaft holes. Keep this manual in the vehicle, so it will be there if it is needed while you are on the road. Saturn ion redline forums a forum community dedicated to saturn ion redline owners and enthusiasts. This is a complete used oem manual transmission thats guaranteed to fit the 2006 saturn ion manufacturers specifications.
I looked everywhere for it, and the owners manual was not helpful at all. I love the car when there are no problems, but boy, when there are problems, there are problems. Faults that can set the check engine light can range from a vaccuum leak, engine misfire, low engine compression, faulty. 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. The saturn ion is a compact car sold by saturn between the 2003 and 2007 model years. Separate air tube from the hose and push the tube back towards the transaxle. Automatic transmission problems of the 2006 saturn ion. The first model of the ionthe 2003 saturn ion quad coupe made an appearance at the 2002 new york international auto show.
Saturn ion automatic transmission 2006, eco plus automatic transmission fluid, 1 quart by eneos. Here you go be sure that transmission fluid temperature is at least 104 f 40 c. A year later, the first ions came out of the assembly lines and into dealership stores and they were equipped with 2. Changing manual transmission fluid 2005 saturn ion youtube. After a brief full stop while in drive, the transmission engaged properly and did not slip.
Rather than the usual 145hp fourcylinder, the ion red line quad coupe is equipped with a supercharged 2. Canadian owners a french language copy of this manual can be obtained from your retailer or from. Saturn sseries manual transaxle fluid replacement disclaimer. Per the manual, drive the car around to warm up the fluid. How to choose the oil and fluids for a saturn ion it. Since the actual fluid level is unknown, stand clear when removing the fill plug. The ion replaced the saturn sseries in 2002, and was replaced by the new saturn astra in 2008. The manual says about 15 miles of highway driving, which is around what i did. The ion red line features a highercapacity fivespeed manual transmission f35 than other ion models, mated with a. The 2003 saturn ion quad coupe production car first appeared at the 2002 new york. Saturn ion manual transmission fluid change cost estimate. View and download saturn 2006 ion owners manual online.
My new 2003 saturn ion says my transmission is hot trans when i reach about 7580 mph on the highway. How to choose the oil and fluids for a saturn ion it still runs. Get the best deals on complete auto transmissions for saturn ion when you shop the largest online selection at. How many quarters transmission fluid saturn ion 2007 2. The rpms reached about 6,000 while trying to maintain the speed and pull over to the right. Our list of 10 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2006 saturn ion. Ive looked all over under the hood and through the manual, but i.
Saturn dealership changed a sensor i the steering column, but problem persists. Is it easy to change the transmission fluid in this car or do i have to take it to a. Refer to transmission fluid vent cap removal notice in cautions and notices. The saturn ion was a compact car sold by saturn between the 2003 and 2007 model years. Box 07 detroit, mi 48207 how to use this manual many people read the. The proper way to add transmission fluid to this transmission is to remove a fill plug while the engine is running in park and add fluid until it starts running out of the fill plug. The saturn ion was designed as a compact car offered in two options of a fourdoor body configuration. Power steering goes out nearly every time i drive the vehicle. Canadian owners a french language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from. Saturn used the continuously variable transmission cvt in the ion quad coupe and in the vue during the mid2000s. Saturn ion questions changing transmission fluid for my saturn.
The production run of the ion started in 2002 for the 2003 model year after its appearance at the new york international auto show. Changing your transmission fluid saturn ion redline forums. In the engine compartment, remove clamp from air hose behind cooling fan. All ion transmissions except the cvt share the same procedures. We have 98 saturn ion vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 31 1owner cars, and 147 personal use cars. Here at advance auto parts, we work with only top reliable automatic transmission fluid product and part brands so you can shop with complete confidence. I currently drive a 2004 saturn ion with a manual transmission and 5k miles on it owned since new. The saturn ion, produced by gm in model years 2003 to 2007 and generally.
While on local interstate highway, the saturn ion 3 quad coupe automatic transmission began to slip. This transmission unit includes a transmission case, valve body, tail shaft and housing, torque converter automatic only, and all internal lubricated parts. These transmissions are specifically designed to improve gas mileage by keeping the speed of the engine relatively low. 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. Look at the repair manual transmission side diagram above and do what you feel here based on what. If you dont see a transaxle neither, i suggest reading your owners manual. How to check the transmission fluid in a saturn cvt it. Changing the fluid in the 2004 aisin 5 speed transmission.
Jan 21, 2012 the proper way to add transmission fluid to this transmission is to remove a fill plug while the engine is running in park and add fluid until it starts running out of the fill plug. Jun 26, 2010 2004 saturn ion 5 spd manual transmission. Automatic transmission problems of the 2006 saturn ion six problems related to automatic transmission have been reported for the 2006 saturn ion. Saturn sky redline 2007 saturn vue green line hybrid 2006 saturn ion 2 quad coupe 2006 saturn ion 2 sedan 2006 saturn ion 3. How to check transmission fluid 2006 saturn ion fixya. Automatic transmission fluid is used for both manual and automatic transmissions. I recently changed my transmission fluid and figured it wouldnt hurt to share how i went about it. Saturn ion questions changing transmission fluid for my. There are a few different automatic transmission configurations between ion years. Where is the transmission fluid dipstick or filler at on these cars. The owners manual will say something like the transmission is filled for life, if you need to add fluid contact your dealer.
This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements. Look for approved for the hspecification on the label. How can i add transmission fluid on my 2006 saturn ion. All you have to do to check the fluid is remove the tire, then lower it until its level i used a torpedo level on the upper rad support.
The most recently reported issues are listed below. Get the best deals on complete auto transmissions for saturn ion when. I am 23, and just out of college and cannot pay for a garage to work on it. The engine must be running when the transmission fluid fill plug is removed, or excessive fluid loss will occur. When it comes to your saturn ion, you want parts and products from only trusted brands.
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