Forum: Astra Tech
02-08-2016, 01:37 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,905
Re: Power source for aftermarket radio
XE doesn't have steering wheel controls.
I just remembered that Connects2 makes a harness that retains steering wheel controls and gives you an accessory-switched 12v source. It also emulates the...
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Forum: Astra Tech
01-29-2016, 05:43 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,905
Re: Power source for aftermarket radio
The factory radio is supplied constant power in its harness. The can-bus sends a signal to the radio when the ignition is on.
Aftermarket radios need a switched power source (so you don't forget...
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Forum: Ion Tech
06-16-2015, 09:53 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 538
Re: Spot what's wrong with this suspension
Yep. Interestingly the passenger side is fine. So the car has two right side struts installed.
The seller is looking for his receipt and calling the shop to figure out what was done. If they...
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Forum: Ion Tech
06-16-2015, 08:45 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 538
Spot what's wrong with this suspension
Just bought an 05 Ion for my sister-in-law from an individual. He said he recently had front suspension parts replaced (but didn't know what, he's not a car guy). I noticed on the test drive it was...
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Forum: Vue General
04-10-2015, 04:31 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 605
Re: Bad front wheel bearings confuses ABS?
I remember the same thing when I had my VUE, but it was the reverse. I had the ABS light come on when I made sharp turns. Some time (months?) later the bearing started making noise. Changing the...
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Forum: Astra General
09-18-2014, 05:15 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 909
Re: Potential buyer has a few questions
The lien just means that someone got a loan to buy the car. It could also mean someone went to a title loan shark and got a loan off the car. Just make sure the title you are given either doesn't...
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Forum: L-Series Tech
06-17-2013, 06:25 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 546
Re: Timing Chain Broke
Good idea with the hoses. I'll have them check. The water pump was replaced last year after it developed a leak.
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Forum: L-Series Tech
06-17-2013, 05:36 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 546
Timing Chain Broke
Well, at 165k the timing chain broke on my 02 L200. I was aware of the potential problem, but the cost of replacing it with the updated kit would have been rather expensive as a preventative measure...
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Forum: General Saturn Discussion
03-01-2013, 03:34 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,743
Re: How to get my Dealer Maintenance History
Just go to a Saturn Authorized Service Provider GM dealership service department. They have access to all service records done at any Saturn/Saturn-authorized GM dealer.
They may ask to verify...
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Forum: Astra General
03-01-2013, 03:24 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,624
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Forum: Astra General
12-13-2012, 03:52 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,176
Re: Need replacements
I got the little flap cover from my local dealer. I paid list price, but no shipping.
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Forum: L-Series Tech
12-10-2012, 09:38 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 782
Re: Efi
GM does have engines designated as "LS2". That shouldn't be confused with the car named LS2.
Quick internet search shows that 1990 was the last year for a factory carbureted car.
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Forum: Vue Red Line
12-05-2012, 02:30 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,210
Re: Am I getting played?
In my 04 VUE the back element went out on the driver's seat. It is wired in series, so even the good bottom element wouldn't work. Search the forum here for diagnostic steps. With a multimeter,...
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Forum: L-Series General
12-04-2012, 02:54 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 3,152
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Forum: S-Series Tech
11-26-2012, 04:57 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,560
Re: Hanging Idle
I had a problem with the throttle position sensor in my 2001 SC2. It would sometimes idle high, and once or twice it would die when idling at a stop light. It didn't happen all the time, but once...
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Forum: Astra General
11-11-2012, 10:37 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,571
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Forum: Astra General
11-06-2012, 10:00 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,571
Re: The Astra Is For Sale
$9,000 is actually the buy it now price. I did a lot of research, and the price seems to be fair. You also have to consider the bump up in dealer prices. People will usually pay more to buy from a...
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Forum: General Saturn Discussion
11-01-2012, 05:10 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 2,838
Re: GM Closes Saturn...Why?
Economics. Whatever the cause, Saturn wasn't making money. GM had too many brands, and getting rid of a brand is extremely difficult and costly. Bankruptcy gave GM the opportunity to shed brands...
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Forum: Astra Tech
11-01-2012, 05:00 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 6,042
Re: What do i need for an aftermarket stereo?
Besides the harness and bezel, the only other thing you may want is a Connects2 steering wheel adapter harness. It retains the steering wheel radio controls (with compatible receivers) and also...
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Forum: L-Series Tech
10-30-2012, 09:07 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 3,140
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Forum: L-Series Tech
10-28-2012, 09:39 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 3,140
Found a way to "fix" the flickering dash lights
As we know the dash light dimmer switch is poorly designed and often fails. It results in the dash lights flickering, especially in my case when adjusting the switch. Not wanting to buy a used...
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Forum: Astra General
10-28-2012, 09:29 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,571
The Astra Is For Sale
Well, time has come to depart from Astra ownership. I really have loved this car. I have two small kids now, so it's been a pain putting them in the back seat. My mom just got a new Equinox and...
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Forum: General Saturn Discussion
10-26-2012, 02:48 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 28,145
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Forum: L-Series Tech
10-21-2012, 11:14 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 632
No horn with alarm
2002 L200.
The horn on the steering column works fine, but the horn doesn't work with the alarm. When I set off the panic alarm or trip the alarm, the lights flash but no sound. No confirmation...
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Forum: L-Series General
09-27-2012, 11:01 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,802
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