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.
2008 Saturn VUE FWD L4-2.4LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Powertrain Component Views
Powertrain Component Views
Front of the Engine
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)
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
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
1 - Park/Neutral Position (PNP) Switch
2 - X112
3 - Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS)
Transmission Components (MH2/MH4)
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.
