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.
Component Testing
2010 Saturn Vue XE, 3.5 NSECTION Component Testing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Ignition Switch
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the ignition switch.
- Using the Resistance Test table below, check the resistance between the terminals of the ignition switch listed in each switch position.
Resistance Test
| Ignition Switch Position | Terminals 3 and 1 | Terminals 3 and 2 | Terminals 3 and 5 | Terminals 3 and 4 | Terminals 5 and 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Off Key Out | Infinite | Infinite | Infinite | Infinite | Infinite |
| Off Key IN | Infinite | Infinite | < 5.0 Ω | Infinite | Infinite |
| Accessory | Infinite | < 5.0 Ω | Infinite | Infinite | Infinite |
| Run | < 5.0 Ω | < 5.0 Ω | Infinite | Infinite | < 5.0 Ω |
| Start | < 5.0 Ω | Infinite | Infinite | Infinite | 1275-1325 Ω |
- If any reading is not as specified, replace the ignition switch.
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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.