Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Removal Procedure
2005 Saturn Relay AWDSECTION Removal Procedure
- If equipped with a power sliding door, disable the PSD system by removing the PSD 15A fuse from the instrument panel (I/P) fuse block.
- Remove the quarter lower trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter (Right) or Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter (Left) in Interior Trim.
- Release the cable tension. Refer to Cable Tension Adjustment - Sliding Door .
- Remove the tail lamp assembly. Refer to Tail Lamp Assembly and/or Backup, Sidemarker, Stop, Turn Signal Bulb Replacement in Lighting Systems.
- Remove the cable guide bracket screws.
- Remove the cable guide bracket from the vehicle.
- Slide the guide bracket pulley cover off of the pulley and lift the rear cable off of the guide bracket pulley.
IMPORTANT:
By removing the power sliding door (PSD) 15A fuse, the low current logic power for both the LH and RH power sliding door modules (PSDM) will be interrupted and both PSDs will be inoperative.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.