Restore Flawless Shifting to Your Saturn Vue
If you’re dealing with the headaches of a failing transmission control module in your 2007-2010 Saturn Vue—like sudden harsh shifts, getting stuck in limp mode, or a persistent check engine light—you’ve found the permanent solution. This OEM-quality T42 Transmission Control Module (TCM), part number 24252114, is the definitive fix for a wide range of GM vehicles. As a technician with over two decades of experience, I’ve seen firsthand how a faulty TCM can mimic more severe transmission problems, leading to expensive and unnecessary repairs. This module is the brain of your automatic transmission, and when it fails, the entire system’s performance suffers. Our module solves the problem at the source.
The most significant advantage we offer is our expert VIN programming service. Before this module ships, we flash it with the latest GM software updates specific to your vehicle’s VIN. This means it arrives ready for a true plug-and-play installation, eliminating the need for a costly trip to the dealership for programming. For a DIYer, this saves you hundreds of dollars and hours of downtime. For a professional shop, it means a faster, more profitable repair and a happier customer.
A Technician’s Notebook: The Intermittent Shifting Mystery
I once had a 2009 Saturn Vue in my bay with a complaint of intermittent, bone-jarring shifts and occasional failure to shift out of 2nd gear. The owner had already replaced two shift solenoids at another shop with no success. The codes were inconsistent, sometimes showing a P0752 (Shift Solenoid A Stuck On), other times a generic P0700 (Transmission Control System Malfunction). The root cause wasn’t the solenoids; it was the T42 TCM itself. After years of heat cycles in the engine bay, the internal circuit board had developed micro-fractures, causing intermittent connection loss. Installing a VIN-programmed TCM like this one resolved all issues instantly. It’s a classic failure pattern for these modules.
Is Your Saturn Vue Showing These Transmission Problems?
- âś” Abrupt, harsh, or erratic gear changes.
- âś” The vehicle is stuck in a single gear (limp mode), often 2nd or 3rd.
- âś” Check Engine Light or Transmission Warning Light is on with DTCs like P0700, P0750-P0758, or other solenoid-related codes.
- âś” Delayed engagement when shifting from Park to Drive or Reverse.
- âś” Complete loss of shifting capability or failure to upshift/downshift.
- âś” Noticeable decrease in fuel economy due to inefficient shifting.
- âś” Unexplained communication errors with the transmission system on a scan tool.
DIY-Friendly Installation: Get Your Vue Shifting Smoothly in Under an Hour
- âś” Safety First: Disconnect the negative terminal from your vehicle’s battery to prevent electrical shorts and help reset the system.
- âś” Locate the Module: On the 2007-2010 Saturn Vue, the TCM is typically found in the left-hand (driver’s side) front of the engine compartment, sometimes near the strut tower or under the air cleaner box.
- âś” Disconnect and Remove: Carefully unplug the electrical connectors. Press the release tabs firmly. Then, unbolt the module from its mounting bracket.
- âś” Install the New Module: Mount your new, pre-programmed TCM in the same location and securely fasten the bolts. Reconnect the electrical harnesses, ensuring they click into place.
- âś” Final Steps: Reconnect the battery terminal. While our programming handles the critical setup, it’s best practice to use a basic OBD2 scanner to clear any stored diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) from the vehicle’s memory. Start the vehicle and enjoy smooth shifting!
Verified Fitment for Your General Motors Vehicle
While this is a perfect fit for the 2007-2010 Vue TCM, it is also compatible with a vast range of other GM models. This module is interchangeable with part numbers 24234503, 24230461, 24256960, and more. Please verify your vehicle in the list below or contact us with your VIN for guaranteed fitment.
- Saturn Vue: 2007-2008 (2.4L), 2009 (2.4L, with or w/o hybrid), 2010
- Chevrolet: Silverado, Tahoe, Impala, Cobalt, HHR, Colorado, Express Van
- GMC: Sierra, Yukon, Savana Van, Canyon, Envoy
- Buick: LaCrosse, Lucerne, Allure, Rainier
- Pontiac: G6, Grand Prix, G5, Montana
- Cadillac: DTS
- Hummer: H3
- …and many more models from 2006-2014.