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Sounds like by the reading here she needs a new ignition switch! Sounds like i can replace the switch but then the code issue to re learn could be an issue.. Want to have my ducks in a row before i attempt the swap. Help!
Swap whole ign switch?
Do code technique?
Should be good to go?
Thanks for your help on this issue in advance!!!
Chrisb212@hotmail.com
All you do is replace the ignition switch and relearn the pass lock.
Chrisb212@hotmail.com
2004 Ion out of the blue this past week refuses to start. Now I'm not sure if it is the infamous ignition switch problem because mine will turn over whereas I think people with that issue get nothing when turning the key (correct me if I'm wrong). Basically I can crank until the battery is dead and then have to charge it. Sometimes it seems like it is close to firing but nothing. Definitely getting fuel to the engine.
So is this the ignition switch / passlock problem or am I encountering something completely different here?
Thanks saturntech9, my mother in law will be very appreciative. Take care, chris
I am having the no start problem with my wife's 2005 Saturn Ion. In my case the engine and battery lights stay on. We also have been dealing with a defective key for a while now, it takes some jiggling to turn, I am not sure if it is related but I would like to try replacing the ignition switch initially. Would you be kind enough to forward me the email you got from the other user on your post? I would greatly appreciate it.
i am needing the relearn proccedure before replacing the ign switch..
thanks saturntech9!!
I just picked up the procedure on YouTube and it works great. Search for Saturn 2004 Ignition Switch replacement. I found out my problem is with the key lock cylinder and I am trying to remove it, any experience with this?
Chrisb212@hotmail.com
I have been plagued by an issue of my key being ‘stuck’ in the ignition of my 2005 Saturn Ion 99% of the time when I would shut my car off for the past 18 or so months. The engine would shut off, but the power to the car would still be on. I would sit and wait a few minutes, hear the steering column ‘click’, and my key eventually would let go. However, on a few occasions, the key would stay ‘stuck’ for hours. I actually had to cut the end of my key at the part where it connects to key ring so I could leave the ignition key in the car so I didn’t have to wait for the key to let go.
I finally decided to see if I could take the steering column off and take a look around. But when I was going to do that, I noticed a small, 1 inch x 1 inch fuse access panel looking thing underneath the steering column. I thought it was odd to have any fuses there, so I popped it off and felt up inside the steering column. And low and behold, there’s a button! If my key is ever stuck (and it happens 99% of the time I turn my car off), I press and hold that button and my key comes right out. It’s a bit awkward to do, but it sure beats sitting in my car waiting for it to let go on its own.
If that is such a common cause, how come gm has NOT issued a recall ...
And, by the way, it goes back to when Saturn was still alive!
Apparently they (gm) could care less and that is why so many gm and saturn owners replace their vehicles with NON - GM products.
The car is exhibiting a starting problem, but I suspect it is a battery or other electrical problem, not the starting problem described by so many. If I don't start the car every day and drive it, the car will not start. In every case, jumping the battery gets the car started and the charge seems to last for 24 hours. I am able to restart it during the next 24 hours. During Hurricane Sandy, lots of water entered through the sunroof and could have splashed on the power window switches on the driver's door. I noticed the rear power window didn't work for a while. Once everthing dried out, it seemed to work okay.
The battery is the original, so my first thought is a replacement is due. It simply seems that the battery is not able to hold its charge.
However, it could be a short or other electrical problem. Before replacing the battery, I wanted to find out if anyone had an alternative ideas.
Anybody out there who might give me some insight on this.
The codes came up as the one stated above when I spoek with the mechanic.
Was the work described in your post performed at one of our dealerships? If so, we'd be happy to follow up on your visit with them. Please email us at socialmedia@gm.com with more information (including your name and contact information, the last 8 digits of your VIN, and a brief summary of the situation).
Sarah, GM Customer Service
One thing that the manual recommends when the PASSLOCK system is acting funny is to check the fuses. Check out p. 5-93 of your manual for information on how to find the fuse blocks on your vehicle.
Sarah, GM Customer Service
Wouldn't hurt to give that a shot.
Sarah, GM customer Service