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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Saturn Astra AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Saturn Astra cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front
Vehicle: 2008 Saturn Astra XR 1.8 L4 GAS

Front

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove axle shaft spindle nut.
  • Remove outer tie rod from steering knuckle.
  • Press axle shaft out of the wheel hub.
  • Remove lower engine compartment cover, if equipped.
  • Remove the axle shaft from transmission and knock off the intermediate shaft. Place a drip pan benea...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Saturn Astra AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Saturn Astra cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Component Replacement -> Installation -> Removal -> Tire Pressure Sensor -> TPMS Receiver Replacement
Vehicle: 2008 Saturn Astra XR 1.8 L4 GAS

Tire Pressure Sensor

Each tire pressure sensor has an internal power supply which has a service life of 10 years.

Removal
  • Loosen the lug nuts.
  • Raise and support vehicle with jack stands, then remove the wheel and tire assembly.
  • Deflate the tire completely.
  • Use a suitable tire changer to remove the tire from the wheel. A rim clamp European type tire changer is recommended.
  • Remove any rubber or corrosion from the wheel bead seat with a suitable wire brush or heavy steel wool. Also, remove all residual liquid tire sealant from the inside of the tire and wheel surfaces.
  • Remove the tir...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Saturn Astra AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Saturn Astra cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Saturn Astra XR 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove lower radiator air deflector.
  • Disconnect starter electrical connectors.
  • Remove torque converter inspection cover.
  • Remove start...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Saturn Astra AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Saturn Astra cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> General Motors Corp./Saturn -> 2008-09 Astra
Vehicle: 2009 Saturn Astra XE 1.8 L4 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 25,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Open the glove compartment.
  • Remove four screws attaching the glove compartment to the instrument panel, Fig. .
  • Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the glove compartment.
  • Remove the passenger side instrument panel padding lower inner panel retaining bolts, then the panel, Fig. .
  • Remove the passenger side footwell air duct.
  • Remove the body rivet, Fig. .
  • Remove the cabin air filter access cover retaining screws, then the cover, Fig. ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Saturn Astra AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Saturn Astra cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Active Handling System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2008 Saturn Astra XR 1.8 L4 GAS

This lamp should light for a approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned on as a bulb check. The lamp will also come on as the system is...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Saturn Astra AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Saturn Astra cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2009 Saturn Astra XR 1.8 L4 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at heater core.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from heater core.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at engine.
  • Remove hose from engine.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to in...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Saturn Astra AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Saturn Astra cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Saturn Astra XR 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Raise vehicle by its full height.
  • Remove lower engine cover and right engine splash shield.
  • Apply tension to drive belt t...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Saturn Astra AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Saturn Astra cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Front Radiator and Fender Components Diagram for 2008 Saturn Astra XE 1.8 L4 GASFront Radiator and Fender Components Diagram for 2008 Saturn Astra XE 1.8 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Windshield Washer Fluid Pump
  • Right Inflatable Restraint Front End Sensor
  • X111
  • Left Front Repeater Lamp
  • Door Diagram for 2008 Saturn Astra XR 1.8 L4 GASDoor Diagram for 2008 Saturn Astra XR 1.8 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Left Rear Speaker
  • Left Rear Window Switch
  • Left Rear Door Lock
  • Left Rear Window Motor
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Saturn Astra AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Saturn Astra cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2008 Saturn Astra XE 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Saturn Astra XE 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Radio
  • LH Front Speaker
  • RH Front Speaker
  • Antenna
  • LH Front Tweeter Speaker
  • 2008 Saturn Astra XE 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Saturn Astra XE 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Panel Cluster
  • Data Link Connector
  • Power Steering Control Module
  • Driver Information Center
  • Inflatable Restraint Sensing And Diagnostic Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Saturn Astra AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Saturn Astra cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: INTERIOR CLEANING - INSTRUMENT PANEL (IP), HARD OR PLASTIC SURFACES, SEATS, CARPET, LEATHER, VINYL, FABRIC CLEANER, STAIN REMOVER, RESTORER - PRODUCT AVAILABILITY - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2008 Saturn Astra XR 1.8 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chemicals, Antifreeze, Additives
  • Seats, Belts, Interior Trim, Carpets, Air Bags
  • Document: WINDSHIELD WIPER PERFORMANCE, CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS AND MAINTENANCE - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2008 Saturn Astra XR 1.8 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chassis Electrical, Wiring, Fuses & Breakers, Wipers, Motors
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Saturn Astra AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Saturn Astra cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Saturn Astra cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Saturn Astra cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Saturn Astra cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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