VUE AWD V6-3.5L VIN 4 (2004)
1.
Install the fuel pressure gauge. Refer to "Fuel Pressure Gage Installation and Removal" procedure in the Engine Controls - 2.2L (L61) or Engine
Controls - 3.5L (L66) section of the 2004 Saturn VUE Service Manual, Vol.1.
2.
Run engine to stabilize fuel pressure and then turn engine OFF.
3.
Complete Step 4 of "Fuel System Diagnosis" by monitoring fuel pressure for five minutes. Refer to "Fuel System Diagnosis" in the Engine
Controls - 2.2L (L61) or Engine Controls - 3.5L (L66) section of the 2004 Saturn VUE Service Manual, Vol.1.
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If fuel pressure decreases by more than 100 kPa (14.5 psi) in five minutes, replace the primary fuel pump. Refer to "Fuel Tank Module
Replacement - Primary" in the Engine Controls - 2.2L (L61) or Engine Controls - 3.5L (L66) section of the 2004 Saturn VUE Service Manual,
Vol.1.
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If vehicle was built up to and including VIN breakpoint 4S802436, fuel feed hose must also be replaced. Use P/N 22730899 for vehicles
with 2.2L 4-cyl. (L61) engine or P/N 22730901 for vehicles with 3.5L V-6 (L66) engine.
Refer to "Fuel Hose/Pipes Replacement - Chassis" in the Engine Controls - 2.2L (L61) or Engine Controls - 3.5L (L66) section of the 2004
Saturn VUE Service Manual, Vol. 1.
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If vehicle was built after VIN breakpoint 4S802436, the fuel feed hose does not need to be replaced.
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If fuel pressure does not decrease by more than 100 kPa (14.5 psi) in five minutes, continue with "Fuel System Diagnosis" procedure.
Parts Information
Claim Information
To receive credit for this repair during the warranty coverage period, submit a claim through the Saturn Dealer System for J5590 (Pump, Fuel [In Tank] -
R&R or Replace).
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