2008 Saturn Aura Green Line 4dr Sedan *Late Avail*

2008 Saturn Aura
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Front Wheel Drive, 4 Door Sedan, Compact
24 mpg city / 32 mpg hwy
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July 1, 2009, 8:08 am

Tyellig
 

Question: I am having a Starting Problem with a 2008 Aura.

I have 2008 Aura and recently noticed my car starting strange. I get in the car and turn the key and nothing happens. The check engine light comes. Then I change the gear from park to reverse and back to park. The car then starts right up. It almost as if the computer does know which gear it is in. I am not having any others problems. I


July 2, 2009, 9:57 pm

MartinR
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I recommend inspecting the PRNDL switch as it may be out of adjustment. When it is out of adjustment or loose the car wont start. In your case moving the gear from Park to Reverse may cause the switch to move back into place to allow the car to start. Inspect the switch and make sure it is tighten down and properly adjusted.


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July 3, 2009, 5:44 pm

Tyellig
 

Thank you. Where is the switch located and is this something I can do?


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