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Saturn Ion — Delta / GMX357 (2003–2007)

The NICB VIN manuals list the Saturn Ion from 2003 to 2007 as a sedan (levels 1 to 3) and a coupe (levels 2 and 3), and from 2005 a coupe Red Line, whose 2005 entry gives a supercharged 2.0L four. This doc rests on GM's own Ion RPO code lists for 2003 through 2007 (one list per model year, all on page 1 of each file); the 2003 list holds 59 codes and the 2006 and 2007 lists 91 each. The lists give code and description only: they show no trim, body style or engine availability, so Notes carry citations alone, and no code is tied to the sedan, coupe or Red Line. No Ion-specific list for a year before 2003 exists, and no second source was available to cross-check the factory lists.

Codes

Engines

Code Description Years Models/Notes Confidence
L61 Engine, gas, 4 cylinder, 2.2L, multiport fuel injection, aluminum, DOHC 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
LE5 Engine, gas, 4 cylinder, 2.4L, multiport fuel injection, aluminum, DOHC, high output, Ecotec 2006–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
LSJ Engine, gas, 4 cylinder, 2.0L, multiport fuel injection, L4, DOHC, supercharged, aluminum 2004–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2004 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed

Transmissions

Code Description Years Models/Notes Confidence
M43 Transmission, automatic, 5 speed, AF23 2003 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
M75 Transmission, continuously variable ratio, GM, CVT2 electronic 2003–2004 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2004 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
M86 Transmission, manual, 5 speed, Getrag, 5T45E, M, F23, 75 mm, 3.58 1st, 2.02 2nd, 1.35 3rd, 0.98 4th, 0.69 5th 2003–2007 The 2003 and 2004 lists word it "Getrag F23"; the 2005 and later lists add the gear ratios. ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
MM5 Merchandised transmission, manual, 5 speed, provisions 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
MN5 Transmission, automatic, 4 speed, HMD, 4T45-E 2005–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2005 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
MU3 Transmission, manual, 5 speed, Saab, 76.5 mm, 3.38 1st, 0.70 5th 2004–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2004 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
MX0 Merchandised transmission, automatic, provisions, overdrive 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed

Axles

Code Description Years Models/Notes Confidence
FH9 Ratio, transaxle final drive, 2.60 2003–2005 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2005 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
FQ7 Ratio, transaxle final drive, 4.05 2006–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
FR6 Ratio, transaxle final drive, 3.84 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
FX2 Ratio, transaxle final drive, 3.91 2006–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
FY1 Ratio, transaxle final drive, 3.63 2006–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
FZ1 Ratio, transaxle final drive, 4.35 2003–2005 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2005 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
G85 Axle, limited slip, front-wheel drive 2006–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed

Packages & Trims

Code Description Years Models/Notes Confidence
HAA Parts package, power convenience group 2006–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
HAX Parts package, enhanced performance package 2006–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
HCG Parts package, road trip 2004–2007 Listed as "Travel Package" in 2004 and 2005. ⛭ GM factory document — 2004 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
HMD Merchandised package, Saturn Ion tuner coupe, 2 door notchback 2006–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
WJ6 Package, special edition 2004–2005 ⛭ GM factory document — 2004 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2005 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed

Equipment

Code Description Years Models/Notes Confidence
A31 Window, power operated, all doors 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
AG4 Adjuster, front seat, manual, 2 way, vertical, driver 2006–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
AK5 Restraint system, seat, inflatable, driver and passenger 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
AR7 Seat, front bucket, standard 2006–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
AR9 Seat, front bucket, deluxe 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
ASF Restraint, roof side, left-hand and right-hand, inflatable 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
AU0 Lock control, entry, remote entry 2003–2007 The 2003 through 2005 lists print AUO (letter O); the 2006 and 2007 lists print AU0, and the code is AU0. ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2005 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
AU3 Lock control, side door, electric 2006–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
B25 Trim equipment, luggage compartment, deluxe 2003 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
B37 Covering, floor mat, front and rear, auxiliary 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
BBC Ornamentation, roof, exterior, molding, roof drip, body color 2006–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
C41 HVAC system, heater, outside air, with fan 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
C60 HVAC system, air conditioner, front, manual control 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
C74 Lamp, interior, roof, dual reading 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
CF5 Roof, sun, glass, sliding electric 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
D35 Mirror, outside left-hand, remote control, right-hand manual control, color 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
D58 Spoiler, rear, delete 2006–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
D81 Spoiler, rear, aero wing 2006–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
DF5 Mirror, inside rearview, light sensitive, compass, outside temperature display 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
DG7 Mirror, outside left-hand and right-hand, remote control, electric, color 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
FE1 Suspension system, soft ride 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
FE2 Suspension system, ride, handling 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
FE3 Suspension system, sport 2004–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2004 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
J41 Brake system, power, front disc, rear drum, cast iron 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
JL9 Brake system, power, front and rear disc, antilock, front and rear wheel 2004–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2004 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
JM4 Brake system, power, front disc, rear drum, cast iron, antilock, front and rear wheel 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
K34 Cruise control, automatic, electronic 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
K62 Generator, 105 amp, dual internal fan 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
KG9 Generator, 140 amp 2006–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
N74 Wheel, 17 x 7, aluminum, sport 2004–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2004 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
NBR Exhaust, stainless tip 2004–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2004 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
NK5 Steering wheel, standard 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
NP5 Steering wheel, leather wrapped 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
NV2 Wheel, 16 x 6, aluminum, special 2004–2005 ⛭ GM factory document — 2004 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2005 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
NW7 Traction control, powertrain management only 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
P2W Cover, wheel, flush sport 2006–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
PB9 Wheel, 14 x 5.5, steel 2003–2005 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2005 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
PF7 Wheel, 15 x 6, aluminum cast, styled 2003–2005 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2005 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
PFD Wheel, 16 x 6, aluminum, machined face 2006–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
PFF Wheel, 17 x 7, aluminum, painted 2006–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
PG0 Wheel, 16 x 6, aluminum, styled 2003–2007 The 2003–2007 lists print PGO (letter O); GM's 1998 compact-car lists print PG0, which the archive writes, as in the Cavalier doc. ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
PG1 Wheel, 15 x 6, steel 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
QBS Tire, P215/45R17 87W BW R/ST TL HWY 2004–2005 ⛭ GM factory document — 2004 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2005 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
QLG Tire, all, P205/55R16-89H BW R/PE ST TL AL3 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
QP9 Cover, wheel, full 2006–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
QRR Tire, all, 215/45ZR17 BW R/ST TL HWY 2006–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
QTN Tire, all, P185/70R14-87S BW R/PE TL ALS 2003–2005 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2005 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
QTU Tire, all, P195/60R15-87S BW R/PE TL AL2 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
T37 Lamp, fog, deluxe 2006–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
T43 Spoiler, rear 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
T82 Headlamps control, automatic on/off 2006–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
T96 Lamp, fog, front 2006–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
U19 Speedometer, instrument, kilometers and miles, kilometer odometer 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
U1C Radio, AM/FM stereo, seek/scan, CD, clock, ETR 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
U2K Digital audio system, S-band 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
U2L Digital audio system, L-band 2003 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
U79 Speaker system 4, dual front coax, dual extended range package shelf 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
UE0 Communication system, vehicle, GPS, not installed 2006–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
UE1 Communication system, vehicle, GPS 1 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
UH8 Cluster, instrument, coolant temperature, trip odometer, tachometer 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
UM7 Radio, AM/FM stereo, seek/scan, clock, ETR 2004–2005 ⛭ GM factory document — 2004 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2005 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
US6 Antenna, fixed, painted, radio 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
US8 Radio, AM/FM stereo, seek/scan, CD, auto tone, clock, ETR, MP3, RDS 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
US9 Radio, AM/FM stereo, seek/scan, RDS, multiple compact disc, auto tone, control, ETR, MP3 2004–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2004 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
UX7 Speaker system 4, dual front door mounted, dual extended range package shelf 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
UXE Gage, booster, with shift light 2006–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
UZ6 Speaker system 6, premium 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
VK3 License plate, front, front mounting package 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
VY7 Knob, transmission control lever, leather 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
Z49 Export, Canadian, modification, mandatory base equipment 2003–2007 ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed

Internal / Process

Code Description Years Models/Notes Confidence
DL5 Decal, roadside service information 2003–2005 internal code ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2005 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
DNR Equipment, dealer installed 2006–2007 internal code Marks dealer-installed equipment. ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
FE9 Certification, emission, federal 2004–2007 internal code ⛭ GM factory document — 2004 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
NE1 Certification, emission, geographically restricted registration for vehicles up to 14,000 lbs GVW (use 2003 model year) 2004–2007 internal code ⛭ GM factory document — 2004 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
NF4 Emission system, clean fuel fleet 2006–2007 internal code ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
NN5 Emission override, California system, federal offset vehicle 2003–2005 internal code ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2005 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
NT7 Emission system, federal, Tier 2 2003, 2006–2007 internal code Not listed for 2004 and 2005, when NT9 (Tier 2 phase-out) appears. ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
NT9 Emission system, federal, Tier 2 phase-out 2004–2007 internal code ⛭ GM factory document — 2004 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
NU1 Emission system, California LEV2 2006–2007 internal code ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
NU3 Emission system, California SULEV 2006–2007 internal code ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
NU4 Emission system, California LEV2 plus 2004–2007 internal code ⛭ GM factory document — 2004 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
V73 Vehicle statement, USA/Canada 2003–2007 internal code Vehicle statement paperwork code. ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
VCL Certification, emission, clean fuel vehicle, fleet 2006–2007 internal code ⛭ GM factory document — 2006 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
VG8 Vehicle label, notice to buyer 2003–2005 internal code ⛭ GM factory document — 2003 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2005 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed
YF5 Certification, emission, California 2004–2007 internal code ⛭ GM factory document — 2004 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 · 2007 saturn ion rpo code list, p.1 confirmed

Sources

Factory documents (T1)

Other sources

  • NICB VIN manuals docs/reference/nicb/nicb2003-gm.txt p.59, nicb2005-gm.txt p.59–60 and nicb2007-gm.txt p.58 (T4, in the repository): the 2003–2007 span, the sedan (levels 1 to 3) and coupe (levels 2 and 3), and the coupe Red Line from 2005 with its supercharged 2.0L four (2005 p.60), the source of the overview and the ion red line alias. They carry no RPO codes. No web site was requested.