Saturn vue awd how does it work

Sign In. Become a Member. Remember Me. Forgot username or password? Not a member? Need further assistance? Please call Member Services at Thread starter infj23 Start date Sep 17, How can I tell if it is working? I have been told that it will make noises clicking, grinding sounds if not working, but is there a way to verify that it is functioning?

I've studied my alldata subscription and found conflicting info. In several places, the word is that the fluid level in the AWD system never needs to be checked unless there is evidence of a leak. However, one place gives specific instructions on how to check the fluid level and to fill or remove fluid as necessary.

Anybody know which of these is right? I'm guessing just different housing mount but that usually means more and different parts inside the AWD system.

Butkus, May 2, Show Ignored Content. Ask a Question Want to reply to this thread or ask your own question? You'll need to choose a username for the site, which only take a couple of moments here.

After that, you can post your question and our members will help you out. Ask a Question. Similar Threads How does Saturn Vue do at the beach?

The suspension is independent front and rear, which contributes greatly to its on-road prowess Saturn acknowledges that the VUE is not intended for serious off-roading. It also features electrically assisted power steering, which does a good job of providing assist for low-speed maneuvers while giving greater feedback at higher speeds.

Another benefit to this system is the lack of a hydraulic pump to run the power steering, thereby increasing fuel efficiency. The VUE uses the same engine lineup as the midsize L-series sedan. The base engine is an aluminum 2. The manual is available only in front-wheel-drive configuration, while the VTi can be either front- or all-wheel drive. The VTi is not available with the 3. But the V-6 VUE comes with a 5-speed conventional automatic that is quite good, and all V-6s have all-wheel drive.

People not familiar with CVTs might be thrown off at first by its operation — on acceleration it seems to stay at the same rpm forever. But the VTi can help compensate for an underpowered engine — especially on long, sustained climbs where a lack of power and the up-and-down hunting of a conventional automatic can be annoying.