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  • Brakemaster is Draining Battery on a 2008 Saturn Vue
  • This is strange because the Brakemaster, # RM-9160, has only one electrical component and that is the breakaway switch. It would not draw any power unless you pulled the pin out. If it is drawing power then something is either wrong with the switch or there is a wire somewhere that is possibly damaged and shorting out. But that would draw more current than 400 milliamps. You can disconnect the breakaway switch from the vehicle battery and see if that stops the draw on the battery. Also,...
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  • Could the Hollywood Racks Express 3 Bike Carrier # HRE3 be Used to Carry a BMX Bike
  • BMX bikes tend to have smaller frames, but the Hollywood Racks Express 3 Bike Carrier # HRE3 that you referenced should work well to carry your son's bike. The distance between the arms of this rack is 16 inches. If that would be too wide all you would need is the adapter bar part # 64005. This will attach to your seat post and steering stem to provide an attachment for the bike.
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  • Recommended Crossbars and Kayak Carrying Solution for 2000 Saturn L-Series Wagon
  • We offer a SquareBar kit from Thule that connects directly to the side rails on the roof of your Saturn L Wagon. The bars are part # TH712200 and you use the Evo raised rail feet # TH710401 to fit them to your factory rails. If you prefer the aerodynamic crossbars use the same feet with the 47 inch WingBars, # TH711200 for silver or # TH711220 for black. Once the crossbars are in place, you can use a kayak carrier like the Thule Stacker, part # TH830 if your kayaks are 10 feet long or...
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  • 2004 Saturn Vue Transmission Overheating While Flat Towing
  • Motor Trend is a very popular automobile magazine with millions of followers. In September of 2008, one of their writers, "Scott Evans", published an article that dealt with the frequent failures associated with the transmissions used in the 2002-2005 Saturn Vue's. The article further explains that such frequent failures caused a widespread class action lawsuit against General Motors (GM) for the transmission's poor performance. Said actions caused a mandatory settlement for all owners...
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  • Recommended Flat Tow Equipment for a 2002 Saturn SC2
  • You will need to get a completely new tow bar if you're wanting to install a custom base plate kit on your 2002 Saturn SC2. The Curt Tow Bar # C19745 that you have is designed to be connected to your vehicle using the universal brackets that come with the tow bar and the tow bar isn't compatible with anything else. I recommend going with the Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit # 52181-1 and pairing it with the Roadmaster StowMaster Tow Bar # RM-501 which connects to the motorhome using a coupler...
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  • How Do Michelin Wiper Blades Attach to J-Hook Style Wiper Arms
  • I have a very similar Michelin wiper on my car that uses the J-hook style of attachment and I remembered that I had a hard time getting them to install as it seemed like the J-hook was too big. I eventually figured it out though, the hook goes around the entire pivoting assembly. I went out and took a picture of how it looks installed on my car to help you visualize what I am trying to say.
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  • 2-Bike Trunk-Mount Rack to Fit Both 2004 Saturn Ion with Spoiler and 1991 VW Jetta
  • Vehicles like your 2004 Saturn Ion that have a spoiler can pose a challenge to fitting trunk-mount bike racks. Fortunately, the clever folks at Hollywood Racks have designed a rack capable of working just fine with such vehicles. The Malone Hanger Trunk Bike Rack for 3 Bikes - Adjustable Arms # MPG2139 will work great on both your 1991 Jetta and your 2004 Ion thanks to its unique arched high-rise frame design that avoids any contact with the spoiler. This rack features padded arms and...
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  • What is Needed to Wire a 2007 Saturn Aura for Flat Towing Behind a Motor Home
  • What you need is to wire the 2007 Saturn Aura with diodes in order to get the lighting functions to work. There are 2 ways in which to wire a vehicle with separate stop and turn signals. The first way basically makes the towed vehicle into a combined tail light system while it is being towed. While not being towed it will function normally. The other way, which includes 2 additional diodes, a converter, and some extra wiring, will allow the vehicle to remain as a separate system at all...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch for 2006 Saturn Vue
  • The difference is that the 2006 Saturn Vue Red Line models require noticeable rear fascia trimming when installing a trailer hitch. The Red Line models also have a lower suspension. For either model I recommend a Class III trailer hitch like the Curt hitch, # 13591, because it has a higher capacity and the 2 inch receiver is compatible with more accessories. I have included a video of this hitch being installed on a similar vehicle. To complete your towing package I recommend Ball Mount...
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  • Fitting Two Yakima JayLow Kayak Carriers and Roof Mounted Fly Rod Carrier on Roof of 2007 Saturn Vue
  • Each of the Yakima # Y04073 JayLow kayak carriers would take up about 18 inches of space on the crossbar. Since the fly rod carrier you referenced is about 11 inches wide, you should have more than enough room on your Yakima 66 inch round roof rack crossbars. According to Yakima, your roof rack has a 100 lb capacity, so you'll want to make sure the weight of the kayaks, the approximate 20 lb weight of both JayLow carriers and the fly rod vault and its contents don't exceed the 100 lb roof...
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  • Will Replacement Wing for Thule Fairings Fit a Roof Rack on a 2007 Saturn Vue
  • Replacement wing for Thule fairings # 853-5475 will fit any of the Thule roof rack fairings. So if you have a Thule fairing on your 2007 Saturn Vue then it will fit. If you have a different brand fairing then it will probably not fit and it has not been tested on any other brands. If you have a Thule roof rack then the recommended fairing was 871XT and the wing does fit this fairing.
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  • Will the Roadmaster Taillight Wiring Kit # RM-155 fit a 2007 Saturn Vue
  • Yes, I checked with Roadmaster to confirm that the Roadmaster Tail Light Wiring Kit # RM-155 that you referenced would work on your 2007 Saturn Vue and it does. I attached installation instructions and an install video for you to check out also.
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  • Will Kuat Beta Bike Rack Fit 2006 Saturn Ion 3 with Curt Class I Trailer Hitch
  • You will not need a hitch extender for the Kuat Beta on your 2006 Saturn Ion 3. The Kuat Beta # B202-114 measures 10-1/2 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the back of the upright bar. Since the bike rack has a rise shank, you will want to make sure there is room for the shank rise to clear the bumper. The shank rise on the Beta is approximately 3-1/2 inches, and the rise begins about 5 inches out from the hitch pin hole. As long as the hitch receiver is not tucked up closely...
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  • Short Circuit on Trailer Caused Trailer Wiring Harness on 2008 Saturn Vue to Blow
  • What probably happened was that the converter box has blown. This means that it has done its job. The short on the trailer blew the box instead of damaging the vehicle wiring. There is no fix for this and the wiring harness on the vehicle will have to be replaced. You will need to make sure that the short circuit has been fixed prior to installing and using the new harness. Otherwise the same problem will keep happening until the short is fixed. I have included a couple of wiring FAQs...
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  • Hitch Recommendation for a 2007 Saturn VUE Hybrid
  • Yes, I checked with Curt and the Curt Hitch part # 13591 that you referenced has been confirmed to fit all styles of the 2007 Saturn Vue so it will fit the hybrid models like what you have. I attached an install video for you to check out as well. If you plan on doing some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball,...
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  • Wiring a 2005 Saturn Ion for Towing a Trailer
  • The first thing you will need to do is make sure you have the correct trailer wiring harness that fits your 2005 Saturn Ion. The Curt T-Connector, # C56036, is the confirmed wiring harness for your Ion. The harness plugs in to existing OEM plugs on the car. The harness also includes a converter to match up the trailer's wiring with your Saturn's wiring. The Saturn runs two wires for brake and turn signals, while the trailer run one wire for both turn and brake lights. The converter helps...
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  • Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for Vehicle with Spoiler
  • The Hollywood Racks Over the Top part # HRF2 would be the perfect rack for you. It has been confirmed as a fit for your vehicle and it is designed to go over the top of spoilers so that it does not apply pressure to them at all. Check out the review video I attached for more info. If you plan on carrying any womens or alternative framed bikes without horizontal top tubes you may also be interested in purchasing a Swagman Easy-Out Women's and Alternative Frame Bike Adapter # 64005 to provide...
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  • Using T-1 Wiring Harness, Part # 118407 for Lighting Vehicle Towed By RV
  • The T-1 Vehicle Wiring Harness, part # 118407 is designed for towing a trailer behind a 2007 Chevy HHR. It will not work for towing behind an RV, because the harness is designed for output only. To light your HHR while it is towed behind your RV, you have three alternatives. You can use a magnetic mount lighting system, like part # RM-2120. This system is very easy to install and use. It also remains completely independent of the towed vehicles wiring system. For occasional towing, or...
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  • Will the Roadmaster Base Plate Kit # 3121-1 Fit the Falcon All Terrain Tow Bar on a 2004 Saturn Vue
  • Both base plate kits for the 2004 Saturn Vue are the XL style. The RoadMaster Falcon All Terrain Tow Bar, # RM-522, works with all Roadmaster vehicle-specific base plates - EZ, MX, XL, and Standard. This would include the Roadmaster XL Base Plate Kit, # 3121-1, for the 6 cylinder 2004 Saturn Vue without a brushguard, non-Redline models. To be certain, I spoke with my contact at RoadMaster and she verified that the tow bar and base plate kit will work, no problem. The reason it will...
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  • Recommendation For Hitch on 2008 Saturn Vue XE AWD To Tow a 425 Pound Four Wheeler on a Trailer
  • I would recommend a Class III 2 inch hitch receiver like the Draw-Tite Class III 2 Inch Hitch, part # 75556 for your 2008 Saturn Vue XE AWD. The 2 inch size hitch receiver will allow you more options for towing and better choice of hitch accessories compared to smaller 1-1/4 inch sized hitches. I am including a link to the installation instructions on the Draw-Tite Hitch. For towing you would also need the following. Curt Ball Mount, part # D-4 Tow Ready 1-7/8 Inch Hitch Ball, part...
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