2007 Saturn Sky

2007 Saturn Sky

The 2007 Saturn Sky is a compact roadster that was offered with two engine and transmission options: a 2.4L Ecotec four-cylinder engine with a five-speed manual transmission or a six-speed automatic transmission, and a 2.0L turbocharged Ecotec four-cylinder engine with a five-speed manual transmission or a six-speed automatic transmission. The 2.4L engine produces 177 horsepower and 166 lb-ft of torque, while the 2.0L turbocharged engine produces 260 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. The Saturn Sky was praised for its sporty handling and stylish design, but it was also criticized for its lack of features and cramped interior.

Engine

2.4L Ecotec

• Timing Chain Tensioner Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The timing chain tensioner can fail,导致正时链条跳齿，这会导致发动机严重损坏。症状包括发动机异响、动力不足和发动机故障灯亮起。
  • Solution: Replace the timing chain tensioner.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Intake Manifold Gasket Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The intake manifold gasket can fail, causing a vacuum leak. Symptoms include rough idling, stalling, and decreased performance.
  • Solution: Replace the intake manifold gasket.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found

2.0L Turbocharged Ecotec

• Turbocharger Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The turbocharger can fail,导致动力不足和发动机故障灯亮起。症状包括排气冒蓝烟、啸叫声和发动机异响。
  • Solution: Replace the turbocharger.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $3,000+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Wastegate Actuator Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The wastegate actuator can fail, causing the turbocharger to overboost. Symptoms include excessive boost pressure, engine knocking, and decreased performance.
  • Solution: Replace the wastegate actuator.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

Five-Speed Manual

• Clutch Master Cylinder Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The clutch master cylinder can fail,导致离合器无法分离。症状包括踩下离合器踏板时感觉绵软、离合器打滑和无法换挡。
  • Solution: Replace the clutch master cylinder.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Differential Bearing Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The differential bearing can fail, causing a whining noise from the rear end. Symptoms include a whining or grinding noise when driving, especially when turning.
  • Solution: Replace the differential bearing.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Six-Speed Automatic

• Transmission Control Module Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The transmission control module (TCM) can fail,导致变速箱无法换挡或工作不正常。症状包括换挡困难、变速箱打滑和变速箱故障灯亮起。
  • Solution: Replace the TCM.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Valve Body Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The valve body can fail,导致变速箱换挡困难或打滑。症状包括换挡犹豫、变速箱打滑和变速箱故障灯亮起。
  • Solution: Replace the valve body.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Strut Mount Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The strut mount can fail, causing a clunking noise when driving over bumps. Symptoms include a clunking noise from the front or rear of the vehicle when driving over bumps or uneven surfaces.
  • Solution: Replace the strut mount.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Alternator Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The alternator can fail,导致电池无法充电。症状包括电池电量耗尽、大灯变暗和仪表盘上的警告灯亮起。
  • Solution: Replace the alternator.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Battery Drain
  • Description/Symptoms: A battery drain can occur due to a faulty component or electrical system issue. Symptoms include a dead battery after the vehicle has been parked for a period of time.
  • Solution: Diagnose and repair the source of the battery drain.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: Varies depending on the cause

Exterior

• Roof Leaks
  • Description/Symptoms: The roof can leak water into the interior of the vehicle. Symptoms include water stains on the headliner, carpet, and seats.
  • Solution: Repair or replace the roof seal.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Instrument Cluster Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The instrument cluster can fail,导致仪表和警告灯无法正常工作。症状包括仪表失灵、警告灯亮起或闪烁，以及显示屏故障。
  • Solution: Replace the instrument cluster.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary The 2007 Saturn Sky has a number of potential issues, including engine timing chain tensioner failure, turbocharger failure, differential bearing failure, and electrical problems. While the severity of these issues can vary, many of them can be costly to repair. Overall, the Saturn Sky is a reliable vehicle, but it is important to be aware of the potential issues that can occur.