Representative photoWheel alignment for a 2008 Saturn Astra
Wheel alignment for the 2008 Saturn Astra: CarmaCars does not do this work itself. Request it and we arrange it with a trusted shop or connect you with one, and we can deliver a rental car to you while yours is in.
- Combined
- 8.7 L/100 km
- Body
- Compact Cars
A rental while yours is in the shop
CarmaCars does not do this work; you keep driving while the shop has your car. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, at our usual rates.
The 2008 Saturn Astra for wheel alignment
- Body: compact cars (EPA size class).
2008 Saturn Astra: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.8 L | 1.8 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 24 | 24 |
| MPG highway (US) | 30 | 32 |
| MPG combined (US) | 27 | 27 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 32 | 32 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,500 | US$2,500 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,698 | $2,698 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2008 Saturn Astra
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 162 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (96), electrical system (22) and power train (18). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16V063000 | 2016-02-03 | air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 Saab 9-3 vehicles manufactured May 31, 2002, to February 15, 2011, 2006-2009 Saab 9-5 vehicles manufactured June 7, 2005, to May 28, 2009, and 2008-2009 Saturn Astra vehicles manufactured April 11, 2007, to July 24, 2008. Upon deployment of the... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Arranging the work for the Astra
The 2008 Saturn Astra and a wheel alignment: CarmaCars arranges a trusted shop, and never does the work itself. An alignment keeps the car driving straight and the tires wearing evenly.
Your car, your notes
The shop sets its own price and time after it sees the car. Bring the owner's manual or service records if you have them. If you have the service history of your Astra, have it ready for the shop. The engine is the 1.8L 4-cylinder, with front-wheel drive and a 4-speed automatic.
From request to repair
Your request goes to a person, who arranges a trusted shop or gives you its name. You approve the shop's quote before any work. We keep you posted until the car is booked in.
Stay on the road
We deliver the rental to you and collect it when your car is ready. The rental is priced like any other on our site. Delivery covers the Toronto area, priced by distance in your offer; pickup from us is free.
Good habits for your car
Have the battery tested before winter if it is more than a few years old. Look at the tire tread before long trips. Replace wiper blades when they streak; it matters in rain and snow.
Talking to the shop
Ask whether the estimate includes tax and shop supplies. If the car must stay overnight, ask where it will be kept. Keep the invoice; it is part of the car's service history.
One more step
A short request starts it: the car, the problem, and when suits you.
Request wheel alignment
Tell us when suits you. A person replies within one business day and arranges it with a trusted shop or recommends one; the shop sets its own price and time.
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