2008 Saturn VUE FWD L4-2.4LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Powertrain Component Views



Powertrain Component Views


Front of the Engine

Factory service manual diagram



1 - Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) Module
2 - Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor
3 - Starter
4 - Engine Oil Pressure (EOP) Switch
5 - Knock Sensor (KS)
6 - A/C Compressor Clutch
7 - A/C Refrigerant Pressure Sensor
8 - Generator

Top of the Engine)

Factory service manual diagram



1 - Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) Canister Purge Solenoid
2 - Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Exhaust
3 - Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor
4 - Camshaft Position (CMP) Actuator Solenoid Intake
5 - Mass Air Flow (MAF)/Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor
6 - Camshaft Position (CMP) Actuator Solenoid Exhaust

Rear of the Engine

Factory service manual diagram



1 - Engine Block Heater Connector (K05)
2 - Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) 2
3 - Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) 1
4 - Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor
5 - Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor - Intake

With MN5 Transmission

Factory service manual diagram



1 - Park/Neutral Position (PNP) Switch
2 - X112
3 - Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS)

Transmission Components (MH2/MH4)

Factory service manual diagram



1 - Automatic Transmission Input Shaft Speed (AT ISS) Sensor (MH2/MH4)
2 - Internal Mode Switch (ISS) . Part of Valve Body Assembly
3 - Manual Shift Detent (w/Shaft Position Switch) Lever Assembly
4 - Automatic Transmission Output Shaft Speed (AT OSS) Sensor
Factory Service Tools

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.